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Surfers get into the swing of things as waves swell up ahead of Hurricane Lee, slated to arrive in the province late tonight into tomorrow. Lee has triggered several warnings and watches in the province, including storm surge warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . […]
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**** Parks Release Parks Closing for Storm ———————————————————– Nova Scotia’s provincial and wildlife parks are closing because of predicted severe weather from hurricane Lee. “Safety is our priority as we prepare for storm conditions forecast for the weekend. We are closing our parks for the storm and will reopen when it is safe,” said Natural […]
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In photos – Making a splash at the 12th annual United Way Harbour Swim. With a send off from members of the HRFE Union Pipes and Drums, over 30 swimmers headed out for the big swim. Great job by all involved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . […]
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Via United Way Harbour Swims start on Wednesday, September 6th with Shelburne swim at 2 p.m.; Chester at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 7th at Halifax at 11:30 a.m. and Sydney Harbour at the Fiddle at 6:30 p.m. and we finish up on Friday, September 8th with St. Peter’s Locks at 8:30 a.m. and Pictou Harbour […]
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**** HRM Media Release Registration opens for Parks & Recreation fall programming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that registration has opened for fall recreation programs. Parks & Recreation offers a variety of innovative, cost-effective programming lead by local, passionate instructors in a judgement-free zone. Programming is offered in a variety of fields – […]
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**** HRM Media Release Bedford Outdoor Pool reopening The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Bedford Outdoor Pool, located at 277 Shore Drive, will reopen to the public on Wednesday, August 2. Municipal staff have been working to clean-up and repair the damage caused by the recent weather event and we are pleased […]
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Via DNR Due to impacts of the flooding on July 22, 2023, Smileys Provincial Park, Hants County is closed for the remainder of the parks season. Cleanup work is underway and the park is closed to all visitors. Full refunds will be given for campsite reservations affected by the closure.
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**** Via NAIG It’s all led to this. The 2023 North American Indigenous Games are HERE. Our Cultural Village opens tomorrow as athletes arrive for a week of sport and culture like no other! Pjila’si. We’re saving you a seat. Full sport and culture schedules at www.naig2023.com —
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**** HRM Media Release Municipality welcoming North American Indigenous Games participants The municipality is pleased to be welcoming athletes, coaches, staff, performers and spectators of the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) 2023. Close to 5,000 athletes representing more than 750 Indigenous Nations will be gathering to compete in the games from Saturday, July 15 to […]
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**** HRM Media Release Halifax Common Aquatics Facility opens July 6 The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Halifax Common Aquatics Facility will open for public use on Thursday, July 6 at 1 p.m. The facility includes: a 13,500 square foot pool with capacity for 300 swimmers a barrier-free lift to allow safe […]
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