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‘I’d love to see a PWHL team here,’ says N.S. tourism minister
Posted 15 January 2026

‘I’d love to see a PWHL team here,’ says N.S. tourism minister

Would the province like to see a Professional Women’s Hockey League team in Nova Scotia? Tourism minister Dave Ritcey says yes. Two ‘Takeover’ games at Scotiabank Centre in Halifax sold-out in minutes. Ritcey says they met with the league in December. “Those two games sent a strong message to...

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Poor cell service being addressed in Antigonish County
Posted 15 January 2026

Poor cell service being addressed in Antigonish County

Frustrations are growing over the lack of cell service, which is essential for staying safe and connected. The Municipality of the County of Antigonish says they are approaching the issue by working with the Cellular for Nova Scotia Program. It’s led by Build NS who is responsible for managing...

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RCMP launch public sex offender database
Posted 15 January 2026

RCMP launch public sex offender database

A new tool to investigate and prevent sexual crimes against children was launched by the RCMP Thursday. The High Risk Child Sex Offender Database is a national, publicly accessible tool. The first of its kind in Canada, the database contains information about people who have been found guilty of...

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Lease program moves people from hotel shelters into homes
Posted 15 January 2026

Lease program moves people from hotel shelters into homes

People facing homelessness are receiving help to put a roof over their heads from the Province. The government says the master lease program is moving people out from emergency hotel shelters and into supportive housing. The Province covers the lease directly from landlords and subleases to...

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Group says many restaurants still suffering from effects of pandemic
Posted 15 January 2026

Group says many restaurants still suffering from effects of pandemic

The organization that represents eateries across the country says establishments are still feeling the negative effects of the pandemic, six years later. There have been several restaurants in Nova Scotia that have publicly expressed having a hard time in recent weeks including the Red Knot...

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Dartmouth robbery spree leads to arrest of 35-year-old man
Posted 15 January 2026

Dartmouth robbery spree leads to arrest of 35-year-old man

One man has been arrested and charged in connection to a series of robberies at several locations in Dartmouth. Halifax Regional Police responded to calls from January 8th through the 11th. They say all of the robberies were similar in nature with each incident taking place between 7:30 and...

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N.S. author announces new book hot off success of Heated Rivalry TV show
Posted 15 January 2026

N.S. author announces new book hot off success of Heated Rivalry TV show

Hot off the hype for the Heated Rivalry TV show, the author has announced a new book. Rachel Reid’s Unrivaled will be the seventh entry in the Game Changers series and releases on Sept. 29, 2026. The books inspired the show, which follows two players from rival hockey teams, Canadian Shane...

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Two vehicle accidents involving deer in Long Point
Posted 15 January 2026

Two vehicle accidents involving deer in Long Point

Two deer caused a bit of chaos on Highway 19 in Long Point this morning. RCMP say there were two separate vehicle incidents with two separate deer that occurred close to each other. There were no injuries reported and the road is open. Police are asking for you to be on the lookout for animals...

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New Dieppe clinic to support young children without doctors
Posted 15 January 2026

New Dieppe clinic to support young children without doctors

Families in the Beausejour region with young children who lack a primary care provider will soon have a new place to turn for help. Vitalite Health Network announced a new clinic in Dieppe will open on January 19 to support nearly 2,000 children aged five and under who are waiting to be attached...

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RCMP operation on Assomption Boulevard
Posted 15 January 2026

RCMP operation on Assomption Boulevard

Codiac RCMP are currently on scene of a police operation on Assomption Boulevard. Police are asking the public to avoid the area and allow them to work. More information as it becomes available. #RCMPNB are currently on scene of a police operation on Assomption Boulevard in #Moncton. Please...

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