On hot and humid days like today, it’s best to try to remain indoors in an air conditioned place, if possible
**** Info via REMO King’s Cty On hot and humid days like today, it’s best to try to remain indoors in an air conditioned place, if possible. If it’s not, remember to drink plenty of water and not exert yourself. Humidex — short for “humidity index,” a value that is calculated rather than measured —...
The community hub located in the lower parking lot of the St. Margaret’s Centre provides a place where residents affected by the fires can connect with community groups that offer support services
**** HRM Media Release The community hub located in the lower parking lot of the St. Margaret’s Centre provides a place where residents affected by the fires can connect with community groups that offer support services. Below is the remaining schedule for this week: July 5 (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) – IWK mental health...
Where are the areas of risk for Lyme disease in Nova Scotia?
**** Info via REMO King’s Cty Where are the areas of risk for Lyme disease in Nova Scotia? Nova Scotia has a suitable climate for tick populations. Blacklegged ticks survive best in areas that provide a moist habitat and are often found in and near wooded or forested areas, shrubs, long grass, leaf litter, urban...
Springfield Beach closed to swimming due to possible blue-green algae bloom
**** HRM Media Release Springfield Beach closed to swimming due to possible blue-green algae bloom The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of toxin-producing blue-green algae bloom, Springfield Beach in Lower Sackville is closed for recreational use. Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) is naturally occurring in freshwater environments and may grow...
With the upcoming long weekend, Halifax Regional Police is providing some tips to help everyone safely enjoy the celebrations in our region
**** HRP Media Release Summer events safety tips With the upcoming long weekend, Halifax Regional Police is providing some tips to help everyone safely enjoy the celebrations in our region. The start of summer means there will a number of events happening throughout the municipality. To learn more about the lineup of events and festivities...
Mobile primary care clinics for Halifax
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Halifax Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic at 2751 Gladstone Street has these upcoming clinic dates: Tuesday, July 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday, July 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is a...
Select Bose Acoustimass®, Lifestyle® and Companion™ Bass Modules recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Select Bose Acoustimass®, Lifestyle® and Companion™ Bass Modules recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The bass module’s electrical components can fail, posing a fire hazard. As of June 14, 2023, the company has received 21 reports globally of the bass modules igniting or melting including 3 reports of property damage, no...
Outdoor pools and beaches open for 2023 season
**** HRM Media Release Outdoor pools and beaches open for 2023 season The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Bedford and Cole Harbour outdoor pools, as well as all supervised municipal beaches, will open for the season on Saturday, July 1. The new Halifax Commons Aquatics Facility will be opening soon. Please visit our...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has upcoming clinic dates: Cobequid Community Health Centre 40 Freer Ln., Lower Sackville Saturday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, July 2 from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. This is a temporary...
Repost – Fireworks by-laws and safety
‘*** HRFE Release Repost – Fireworks by-laws and safety What are Consumer Fireworks? Consumer fireworks are low-hazard and restricted to recreational use. They include items like roman candles, sparklers, fountains, volcanoes, mines and snakes. Other Types of Fireworks Include: Display fireworks are high-hazard and restricted to professional use. They include items like aerial shells, cakes...