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How to Avoid Problems with Black Bears

**** Via NS Government How to Avoid Problems with Black Bears For those who choose to reside in a rural area, increased interaction with wildlife is bound to occur. Real black bears aren’t the cuddly critters portrayed in cartoons. They are large powerful animals that should be treated with caution and respect. Black bears are...

HRP urge the public to use caution when speculating the name of the individual who is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act

**** Via HRP We understand news of arrests in the Devon Marsman investigation have been very emotional for the community. That said, we urge the public to use caution when speculating the name of the individual who is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Identifying a person being dealt with under the Youth Criminal...

Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services

**** Via HRM 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: Mastiff Gender: Male Description: Black brindle and white Location: Buckingham Drive, Stillwater...

After a long process, two new gateways signs in downtown Dartmouth are HERE!

**** Info via Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission NEW GATEWAY SIGNAGE After a long process, two new gateways signs in downtown Dartmouth are HERE! To get here, we took a number of steps. We started with putting out a Request for Proposals. After reviewing submissions, a contract was awarded to the chosen artists: Kristen De Palma...

Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services

**** Via HRM 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: Domestic medium hair Gender: Male Description: Black and white Location: Radcliffe Drive...

RCMP PSD training in Sackville

**** Via RCMP RCMP Police Dog Services is conducting scheduled training this week in the Old Sackville Rd. area and on the southeast side of First Lake in Lower Sackville. Officers will be in full uniform and will be wearing high visibility vests; they’ll also be talking with residents as our police dogs practice their...

Residents asked to take survey to help shape future of Windmill Road 

**** HRM Media Release Residents asked to take survey to help shape future of Windmill Road The Halifax Regional Municipality is completing a functional planning and design project for Windmill Road and is looking for residents to provide feedback on the current issues, needs, priorities and future opportunities for Windmill Road. The feedback on the...

NS SPCA Adoptable – Curtis

**** Via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable – Curtis Meet Curtis: The Ultimate Adventure Buddy! Brains, brawn, and a dash of handsome charm—Curtis is a young Shepherd who embodies it all! This dynamic boy is eager to be with his people and is always ready for his next big adventure. If you’re looking for a...

HRP Youth Program Recruiting

**** Via HRP Youth Program HRP Youth Program Recruiting Do you know a youth, between the ages of 14 and 18, who is interested in policing? The Halifax Regional Police Youth program is recruiting community-minded youth who are looking for an opportunity to enhance their leadership skills, be part of a close-knit team and make...

Found pets currently in the care of Halifax Animal Services

**** Via HRM 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: Great Pyrenees Gender: Male Description: White Location: Fall River Date: September 11...