General Interests

New Programs to Increase Child Care Spaces

**** CNS Media Release New Programs to Increase Child Care Spaces ———————————————————- Two new child-care programs announced today, December 5,will help create more child-care spaces in licensed not-for-profit child-care centres and family homes across the province. These new programs will help new or existing not-for-profit centres complete minor renovations that will allow them to create...

Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services

**** Via HRM Found Pet Photos Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services If you recognize your missing pet, please contact Animal Services at 3-1-1 from anywhere within the municipal boundary or 1.800.835.6428 toll-free outside of the municipal boundary but within Nova Scotia. Breed: Pomeranian mix Gender: Male Description: Black & white Location:...

We are saddened to announce the recent passing of retired Police Service Dog (PSD) Nico

Sad news Via HRP We are saddened to announce the recent passing of retired Police Service Dog (PSD) Nico Nico was a loyal partner, friend and companion to Cst. Kevin MacDonald during his time in the field. Nico had an exceptional 8-year career with Halifax Regional Police before retiring two years ago. Over the years...

Marco, Lee and Pam are helping the homeless at a camp in Dartmouth

Marco, Lee and Pam are helping the homeless at a camp in Dartmouth With donated supplies from Maritime Demolition, clothing from “the fishbowl” and stoves, tarps, warming supplies and more from NAPA in Burnside, the trio are making repairs to structures and plan on building a cooking area for those who call this park home...

Tech update – We are back!  Tech issues took our page down for maintenance but we are back! 

Tech update – We are back!  Tech issues took our page down for maintenance but we are back! Update – If you are having issues today please stand by. A few things are still settling I guess...

Councillor Cathy Deagle Gammon elected Deputy Mayor

**** HRM Media Release Councillor Cathy Deagle Gammon elected Deputy Mayor District 1 Councillor Cathy Deagle Gammon was elected today by her fellow Councillors to serve for the next year as Deputy Mayor for the Halifax Regional Municipality. The new Deputy Mayor takes over from Deputy Mayor Sam Austin, who held the position for the...

Halifax District RCMP warns of porch pirates

**** RCMP Media Release Halifax District RCMP warns of porch pirates With the holiday shopping season well under way, Halifax District RCMP is reminding residents to stay vigilant and take precautions to avoid becoming victims of theft. During this time of year, with an increase in online shopping, RCMP officers are regularly called upon to...

Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services

**** Via HRM Found Pet Photos Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services If you recognize your missing pet, please contact Animal Services at 3-1-1 from anywhere within the municipal boundary or 1.800.835.6428 toll-free outside of the municipal boundary but within Nova Scotia. Breed: Boxer mix Gender: Female Description: White and brindle...

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic will be closed over the weekend

**** Via Maritime Museum of the Atlantic The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic will be closed over the weekend There was external fire damage to our main entrance, which affects our museum operations. We are all well and Merlin Macaw is safe and being cared for. Thanks for your understanding...

Whether you’re going to stores or shopping online, Halifax Regional Police has a few simple tips for you to consider to keep the bah-humbug away from your holiday purchases

**** HRP Media Release Holiday shopping safety tips Holiday shopping season is in full swing. Whether you’re going to stores or shopping online, Halifax Regional Police has a few simple tips for you to consider to keep the bah-humbug away from your holiday purchases. Online shopping It is best to shop from your personal device...