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Iranians and supporters call on Canada to help protesters in Iran
Posted 17 January 2026

Iranians and supporters call on Canada to help protesters in Iran

More than 200 Iranians and their supporters rallied in downtown Halifax to call out the Iranian government for killing protesters. They also want to draw attention to the issue, hoping Western countries will help, according to one protester named Vida. She is here in Halifax with her children...

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First time blind hockey tournament in Moncton
Posted 17 January 2026

First time blind hockey tournament in Moncton

It’s one of the fastest team sports in the world, played by athletes with 10 per cent vision or less. It’s blind hockey. The 2026 Eastern Regional tournament is being held for the first time in New Brunswick. Moncton SeeCats President and Player Simon Richard says they have around 12 players,...

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Nova Scotia School Lunch Program improves meal quality while reducing waste
Posted 17 January 2026

Nova Scotia School Lunch Program improves meal quality while reducing waste

New meals and new packing for the Nova Scotia School Lunch Program. The province says as of January 16, new menu items include pork and vegetarian egg roll bowls, chicken fingers and gluten-friendly cornbread. For schools that have lunches delivered, meals that transport well will be added, such...

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Part of Highway 252 closed after crash in Whycocomagh
Posted 17 January 2026

Part of Highway 252 closed after crash in Whycocomagh

Highway 252 in Whycocomagh is closed after a single vehicle crash. It happened just before 9 a.m. Saturday morning, and the nearest civic address is 150, according to a social media post from RCMP. Fire and EHS are also on the scene. Police say you should avoid the area if possible.

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Pedestrian seriously hurt after crash in Eastern Passage
Posted 17 January 2026

Pedestrian seriously hurt after crash in Eastern Passage

A 31-year-old woman from Eastern Passage was seriously hurt when she was hit by a car in a cross walk on Thursday. It happened at 7:30 a.m. on Cow Bay Road, according to RCMP. They say a Volkswagen Jetta was travelling east when it hit the woman, who was crossing at Hornes Road. The woman was...

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Nova Scotia Power customer session in Guysborough
Posted 16 January 2026

Nova Scotia Power customer session in Guysborough

If you’re having concerns over your recent power bills, a local session is coming to Guysborough. Nova Scotia Power says they’re holding a customer billing support session to answer questions about estimated power bills. It’s taking place tomorrow from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Chedabucto...

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Strong winds for Halifax area, Guysborough County and Cape Breton
Posted 16 January 2026

Strong winds for Halifax area, Guysborough County and Cape Breton

Strong winds that may cause damage are expected this evening in Halifax County (east of Porters Lake), Guysborough County and Cape Breton. Environment Canada says westerly wind gusts can hit up to 90 km/h until tonight. They remind you to secure loose objects  and that high-sided vehicles can...

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Section of Portland St closed after pedestrian hit: police
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Posted 16 January 2026

Section of Portland St closed after pedestrian hit: police

A section of Portland Street is closed Friday afternoon after a crash involving a pedestrian. Details are few at this time… however… police say it happened at Manor Drive. The street is shut down in both directions.    

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Nova Scotia School Lunch Program improves meal quality while reducing waste
Posted 16 January 2026

Nova Scotia School Lunch Program improves meal quality while reducing waste

The province is investing $80 million into the Nova Scotia School Lunch Program in 2025–26 so that schools are able to improve meal quality and reduce waste. By introducing new menu items, reusable packaging, and adjustments to how meals are prepared and delivered, the program is able to...

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Man found dead at ATV crash in Antigonish County
Posted 16 January 2026

Man found dead at ATV crash in Antigonish County

A man is dead after an ATV crash in Antigonish County this morning. RCMP say around 5:30 a.m., they found a 40-year-old man from North Grant dead near the vehicle on their arrival in Addington Forks. It occurred in the 0-100 block of Addington Forks Road. The investigation is ongoing. Contact...

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