RCMP warn public of phone scam in the Digby area
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP warn public of phone scam in the Digby area Digby RCMP is warning the public about a phone scam where the caller, who may appear to be calling from a local telephone number, requests the victim’s social insurance number. The RCMP is aware of four such calls in recent days...
Theodore Too is up for sale
**** Info via http://www.scrutonmarine.com/ Theodore Too is up for sale It looks like beloved Halifax Harbor icon (and ambassador) Theodore Too is for sale! The listing is here: http://www.scrutonmarine.com/pv2273.htm...
HRP: Consider a career in policing. Yes, YOU!
**** HRP Media Release Consider a career in policing. Yes, YOU! Halifax Regional Police will soon be accepting applications for our upcoming 2021 cadet class. If you’re looking to give back to your community and make a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity might be for you. At HRP, we want to continue...
Police warn citizens of fraudulent phone calls
**** HRP Media Release Police warn citizens of fraudulent phone calls Halifax Regional Police is advising the public of a recent increase in fraudulent phone calls where a scammer identifies themselves as a police officer, or a representative of Service Canada or the Canada Revenue Agency. A common theme of late involves the...
RCMP warn public about ransomware scams
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP warn public about ransomware scams RCMP is warning the public about a type of scam targeting businesses after a recent report received by Halifax District RCMP. Police received the report from a business that had their network hacked with ransomware. The hackers demanded $270,000 to reinstate their network. Ransomware...
HRP: Fraud prevention tips
**** HRP Media Release Fraud prevention tips Halifax Regional Police is sharing some fraud prevention tips to help citizens safeguard their personal information and money. From emails claiming that your bank account has been compromised to phone calls advising that you’ve won a free cruise, fraudsters will use any opportunity to get their...
RCMP is reminding the public to be cautious when looking for love online
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP is reminding the public to be cautious when looking for love online. Romance scams continue to be a way for scammers to take advantage of their victims by taking their money. Recently, police received a report from a victim who lost more than $50,000 over an extended period of time...
The Province-wide burn ban has been extended to June 1st: Current do’s and don’ts
**** Info via the HRFE: The Province-wide burn ban has been extended to June 1st, including domestic burning and beach fires. Outdoor wood burning appliances and campfires are now allowed from, 7pm to midnight, with some limitations as described below. Outdoor wood burning appliances: • permitted in all zones • must be manufactured; • manufacturer’s...
Municipal programs and services for Victoria Day, Monday, May 18
**** HRM Media Release Municipal programs and services for Victoria Day, Monday, May 18 The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of the following municipal program and service level adjustments for Victoria Day, Monday, May 18: Solid Waste Collection and Facility Hours: No municipal solid waste collection services will take place on Victoria Day...
Beware of scammers posing as Nova Scotia Power employees
**** RCMP Media Release Beware of scammers posing as Nova Scotia Power employees RCMP is warning the public of two recent reports of someone posing as a Nova Scotia Power employee and calling residents to request payment in gift cards. On May 1 and again today, Lunenburg District RCMP had complaints where a caller...