In The Spotlight

The Turtle Patrol’s goal is to help our native turtles survive in the wild, to share turtle news and talk turtles with like minded individuals. If you see a turtle in the wild we want to hear about it.

**** Info via the NS Turtle Patrol Repost The Turtle Patrol’s goal is to help our native turtles survive in the wild, to share turtle news and talk turtles with like minded individuals. If you see a turtle in the wild we want to hear about it. Thank you for taking an interest in our...

DYK? Today, May 23, is World Turtle Day

DYK? Today, May 23, is World Turtle Day Over 200 kinds of turtles are known in the world, with 7 species in Nova Scotia! “American Tortoise Rescue, a nonprofit organization established in 1990 for the protection of all species of tortoise and turtle, is sponsoring our annual World Turtle Day® on May 23. The day...

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!

**** Via Connie BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!! Connie and Don Dennis will be back at Chapters Dartmouth on Saturday, May 25th from 11-1pm to sign copies of their book “Pickles the Osprey”! If you are in the area please stop by! There will be copies available to purchase...

Bide Awhile – Meet our feature companion: Lenny

**** Info via Bide Awhile Meet our feature companion: Lenny Lenny is a loving 5 year old male Himalayan who has Cystitis. While he appears to be a shy guy, Lenny loves attention from humans and other cats. He enjoys chin/cheek scratches, nuzzling the palm of your hand, catnip, and playing with dormant toys. Little...

World Bee Day is observed on 20 May each year to draw attention to the essential role bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy

**** Info via World Bee Day World Bee Day – 20 May World Bee Day is observed on 20 May each year to draw attention to the essential role bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy. It provides an opportunity for governments, organizations, civil society and concerned citizens everywhere to...

NS SPCA Adoptables – Marie

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptables – Marie Marie Approx. Age: 6 years Gender: Female Site: Dartmouth Meet miss Marie, this 5 year old lady came into our care as an owner surrender due to her medical, Marie may need on going ear maintenance long term as well as a urinary diet that...

Daisy has some special news to share… you can book appointments at the SPCA Veterinary Hospital in Dartmouth ONLINE!

**** NS SPCA Release Daisy has some special news to share you can book appointments at the SPCA Veterinary Hospital in Dartmouth ONLINE! Yep – you read that right. You won’t have to call or e-mail during business hours anymore. Instead, no matter what time it is, you can book your appointment online here: https://spcans.use2.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login...

In photos – A busy day for HRFE HAZMAT crews as they took to a realistic training situation with members of Brenntag in Burnside

In photos – A busy day for HRFE HAZMAT crews as they took to a realistic training situation with members of Brenntag in Burnside With limited information for the crew, a call for a serious HAZMAT spill came in, sending a full specialty call from HRFE. Arrival – Crews began setting up and preparing required...

Thank you for your service Gordon!

Thank you for your service! **** Via HRFE Thank you for your service Gordon! What an incredible milestone!! Enjoy your retirement...

Halifax student’s heartwarming story about home is a runner-up in national writing contest

**** Info via Meaning of Home Halifax student’s heartwarming story about home is a runner-up in national writing contest Grade 5 student wins a $10,000 grant for Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia Today, Habitat for Humanity Canada is announcing the winners in Meaning of Home, a national writing contest where children from across Canada share...