Traffic, Weather & Utility

Nova Scotia RCMP release monthly provincial impaired statistics for March​ 2021

**** RCMP Media Release Nova Scotia RCMP release monthly provincial impaired statistics for March​ 2021 As Nova Scotia’s Provincial Police, road safety is a top priority. In an effort to keep citizens informed about enforcement on our roadways, the Nova Scotia RCMP is releasing statistics for all RCMP detachments in Nova Scotia for March​ 2021​...

ReadyLIFT brand lift kits recalled due to crash hazard

**** Recall via Health Canada ReadyLIFT brand lift kits recalled due to crash hazard Common name: ReadyLIFT brand lift kits Product description: This recall involves ReadyLIFT brand lift kits containing M18 Class 10.9 bolts in sizes ranging from 130mm to 150mm in length. The following lift kits are affected: Part/stock keep number Name of Product Vehicle years...

Burn Restrictions for April 8, 2021 2:00 pm to April 9, 2021 8:00 am.

**** Info via NS DNR Burn Restrictions for April 8, 2021 2:00 pm to April 9, 2021 8:00 am. Burning restrictions by county also available by toll free phone line, recorded message updated daily: 1-855-564-2876(BURN) Source: http://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/...

A great reminder via the Bedford Volunteer Firefighters Association

A great reminder via the Bedford Volunteer Firefighters Association: “As temperatures climb, so do the risk of grass and wild land fires. Please do not throw burning cigarette butts out of vehicle windows. Let’s do our part to keep our community, and each other, safe.”...

Police remind people to not leave valuables in parked vehicles

**** HRP Media Release Police remind people to not leave valuables in parked vehicles Halifax Regional Police are reminding people to not leave valuables in parked vehicles. Last month, Halifax Regional Police received 115 reports of thefts from vehicles with a number related to vehicles parked in parkades. Whether you’re parked in a driveway, parkade...

Hydrant Maintenance – Bedford Highway

**** Halifax Water Release Hydrant Maintenance – Bedford Highway ​ Halifax Water crews will be undertaking hydrant maintenance tomorrow (Thursday, April 8th) on the Bedford Highway. ​ This work will require a lane drop in the outbound lane near 1611 Bedford Highway from 9:00AM – 4:00PM. The sidewalk in the work zone will be closed. There...

Police issue 32 tickets for driving offences

**** HRP Media Release Police issue 32 tickets for driving offences Halifax Regional Police issued 32 tickets for motor vehicle-related offences throughout the region yesterday. The HRP Traffic Unit was monitoring traffic on many of our roadways yesterday. Throughout the day, officers issued 32 summary offence tickets: eight for speeding; and 24 for other offences...

RCMP : Plenty of tactics to catch auto thieves

**** RCMP Media Release Plenty of tactics to catch auto thieves A stolen vehicle causes more than a headache. Victims can be left without transportation, with missed appointments and with insurance bills. And perpetrators can use the stolen cars during other crimes. In 2019, about 27 per cent of Canada’s reported motor vehicle thefts happened in Alberta, according...

Throughout April, @HfxRegPolice are highlighting the risks of #AggressiveDriving

**** HRP Media Release Throughout April, @HfxRegPolice are highlighting the risks of #AggressiveDriving. Choosing to speed & drive aggressively can be a life-changing decision. Make the right choice for you & others by driving safely. Always, be cautious of cyclists & pedestrians. #SlowDown  ...

Imagine Spring Garden Road – Clyde Street two-way traffic conversion

**** HRM Media Release Imagine Spring Garden Road – Clyde Street two-way traffic conversion ​The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of the following changes that will go into effect on Clyde Street in support of the Spring Garden Road Streetscaping Project (Imagine Spring Garden Road): ​ Clyde Street, between Brenton Street and Dresden Row...