Category: General Intrests

**** HRP Media Release Police continue to recover stolen bicycles Halifax Regional Police continue to recover bicycles and scooters believed to have been stolen throughout the region. In some instances, stolen property is recovered during an investigation and other times, found property is turned over to us through the kindness of the public. If your […]

**** HRP Media Release Halifax Regional Police recruiting cadets for its 2026 Police Science Program Applications for the 2026 Halifax Regional Police Science Program are being accepted until the end of the week. Those interested in becoming a police officer can apply for the program until January 10, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. AST. Successful applicants […]

**** Via HRFE Work for Halifax Fire Update – January 2, 2025 We are excited to announce that the 2025 Firefighter application period is now open. Applications will be received until January 16, 2025. Information sessions will take place starting at 7:00pm sharp (with doors opening at 6:30pm). Please see locations below: In-person  January 7, […]

DYK? Sadly, as online shopping continues to grow, missing packages increase across the region. Regardless of if the package is stolen, not delivered or other, it can be frustrating, costly and annoying to have a package disappear. A new Facebook group has been set up to share info regarding deliveries and it is a busy […]

**** Via Halifax Fire History Society Today, in 1858, a fire broke out at the Bigsby’s building. William H. Kelly, a 22-year-old Union Engine Company member (No. 3 Engine), was injured while rescuing a child and would later die of his injuries on September 15, 1859. He is buried at Camp Hill Cemetery. Follow the […]

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**** Via HRFE A holiday message from Fire Chief Ken Stuebing on behalf of Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency (HRFE) As the holiday season surrounds us with its warmth and joy, I want to take a moment on behalf of Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency to share our heartfelt wishes with the community we are […]

**** Via CBSA As of December 23 at 11:59 pm ET, work & study permits will not be provided to flagpolers at ports of entry, freeing up resources for CAN & US officers to focus on securing our shared border. Flagpoling is when foreign nationals who hold temporary resident status in Canada, leave Canada and, […]

**** Via Halifax Professional Firefighters “Station 13 was first on the scene of a high-rise fire on the 9th floor in Dartmouth. Thanks to their quick response and adequate staffing, the fire was quickly contained to a single apartment unit, preventing further damage and ensuring resident safety. We’re reminded of the time when Station 13 […]

**** HRM Media Release Holiday municipal service level adjustments The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of the following municipal program and service level adjustments in effect over the upcoming holidays.   Solid Waste Collection and Facility Hours  There will be no garbage, organics or recyclables collection services on Dec. 25. Curbside collection normally scheduled […]