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Seniors living in Halifax tent move into apartment thanks to donors, volunteer
Two Halifax seniors who were living in a tent have moved into an apartment thanks to a volunteer street navigator and financial help from some kind strangers.
Trust heralds largest acquisition of privately owned coastline in N.S. history
The Nova Scotia Nature Trust announced Tuesday the successful purchase of Cape Negro Island and a deal to acquire the adjacent Blanche Peninsula. It marks the largest acquisition of privately owned coastline in Nova Scotia’s history, adding nearly 1,034 hectares to the province’s coastal protected areas.
Frustrated South Rawdon residents want bridge back after waiting over a year
Residents of South Rawdon say the missing bridge is not only an inconvenience, but a safety hazard, and they worry about the ability of first responders to get on the scene of an emergency quickly.
Halifax hospital to lose parkade in redevelopment, staff asked to consider walking, busing to work
When the Robie Street parkade at the Halifax Infirmary is demolished later this year, nearly 700 coveted parking spaces will go with it. A union representing health-care workers says losing the parking garage will worsen an already challenging parking situation for staff who need a safe space to park at all hours of the day in any kind of weather.
Analysis of electronic data leads to additional charges against N.S. man
A 58-year-old Windsor Junction, N.S., man arrested last year on child pornography offences is facing additional charges after police examined over 40 electronic devices seized after his arrest.
You won't be able to miss this bike infrastructure in Halifax
The artistic flair of some elementary school students in north-end Halifax has added a colourful touch to temporary safety features at two intersections in their neighbourhood.