(Update) RCMPNS is in the 500 block of Hwy 1, Mount Uniacke, investigating a report of a person who may have a firearm
**** Via RCMP UPDATE – The RCMPNS have cleared the area, the investigation remains on-going. There are no concerns at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact the East Hants District RCMP at 902-883-7077. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web...
RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment confirms weapons-related threats at school to be unfounded
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment confirms weapons-related threats at school to be unfounded RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment determined that threats to a school were unfounded, and were in fact related to a planned event involving foam dart guns. On October 23, at approximately 8:30 a.m., officers attended a school in Musquodoboit Harbour...
RCMP traffic stop results in seizure of handgun and drugs
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP traffic stop results in seizure of handgun and drugs A traffic stop by the Nova Scotia RCMP’s Southeast Traffic Services (SETS) on Highway 101 has resulted in numerous charges and the seizure of a restricted firearm, drugs, illegal tobacco, and cash. On October 23 at approximately 1:55 p.m., an officer...
Halifax Regional Police is investigating a robbery that occurred in Dartmouth
**** HRP Media Release Police investigate robbery Halifax Regional Police is investigating a robbery that occurred in Dartmouth yesterday On October 23, at approximately 1:20 p.m., officers responded to a robbery in progress at the Irving gas station, located at 220 Victoria Road. A man entered the store, threatened the cashier with a metal, wrench-like...
Official results for 2024 Municipal Election now available
**** HRM Media Release Official results for 2024 Municipal Election now available The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the official results of the 2024 Municipal Election are available on halifax.ca/election. These results have been reviewed and verified by Elections staff and certified by the Returning Officer The official results for the Conseil scolaire acadien...
A memorial has been set up outside of the Mumford Walmart after a tragic incident took the life of a 19 year old employee
A memorial has been set up outside of the Mumford Walmart after a tragic incident took the life of a 19 year old employee. Repost **** HRP Media Release Halifax Regional Police investigate sudden death On October 19 at approximately 9:30 p.m. police were called to a sudden death at Walmart located at 6990 Mumford...
Possible school staff strike ahead
According to information sent to us, it looks like a possible school staff strike is in the works. Check out the image for more information...
Nova Scotians will see more money in their pockets beginning April 1, 2025, with a one percentage point reduction in the harmonized sales tax (HST) rate
**** CNS Media Release Nova Scotia’s HST to Drop in 2025 —————————————————— Nova Scotians will see more money in their pockets beginning April 1, 2025, with a one percentage point reduction in the harmonized sales tax (HST) rate. “We’re always looking for ways to provide relief to Nova Scotians. Now, in addition to indexing the...
UPDATE: Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit now leading investigation into fatal shooting in Kingston
**** RCMP Media Release UPDATE: Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit now leading investigation into fatal shooting in Kingston The Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit has taken over an investigation into a shooting in Kingston, where a man has since died. On March 6, 2023, at approximately 10:15 p.m., Kings District RCMP responded to...
Propane leak leads to evacuations in Tantallon
**** Via RCMP RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is assisting the Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency Service in evacuating the Tantallon Plaza, located at 4 Westwood Blvd, and the Rona, located at 3680 Hammond Plains Road, due to a propane leak. Please avoid the area. Residents are ask to follow directions from emergency services...