by Jacob MooreA new expansion of the child-care centre at Mount Saint Vincent University would let the school take on infants and give education students more learning opportunities. University president Joël Dickinson says it’s better for students in the education program to learn how to work with all sorts...
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by Caitlin SnowIt’s officially cruise ship season and one of the biggest ships to port in Halifax, arrived alongside the waterfront Friday morning. The MSC Meraviglia holds nearly 4,500 passengers. According to the Port of Halifax, it came around 7 a.m. is scheduled to leave by 7:00 p.m. Friday evening and...
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by Brad PerryMore details have been released about disaster financial assistance for those affected by two winter storms. Heavy rain on Feb. 28 and 29 caused significant flooding in the Sussex area and infrastructure damage across southern New Brunswick. Meanwhile, heavy rain and strong winds during a...
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by Caitlin SnowMore service disruptions for the ferry. HRM says crossings between the Alderney Ferry and Halifax terminals are cancelled between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday, May 11. They say it is due to staffing availability. Shuttle service will be provided. UPDATE (Fri., May 10, 2024, 2:08 p.m.): The date...
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by Brad PerryThousands of New Brunswick students will start their summer break earlier than expected. The last day for students in the anglophone sector was initially scheduled to be on Tuesday, June 25. However, the Department of Education has announced the last day will now be on Friday, June 21, similar...
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by Caitlin SnowFour new Medical Resonance Imaging (MRI) machines are coming to Halifax hospitals over the next several months. They are machines that use powerful magnets and a computer to take detailed pictures of inside the body to help doctors make decisions on treatment. The province says the additions...
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by Tim DavidsonFor the second time in a week, the Dryden OPP have laid shoplifting charges. The OPP responded to a call for service on April 28th, around 6 pm from a local business. 27 year old Dryden woman has been charged with theft under $5,000 and mischief. She’s due in Dryden Court on May 16th to answer...
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by Caitlin SnowIf you live in the west end of Halifax, you have probably received a note in the mail about more helicopter traffic on the way. Emergency Health Services says the military base at Windsor Park will soon be used as a backup landing spot for the LifeFlight helicopter. The location was picked...
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by CJ GoaterThe Thunder Bay district health unit is currently monitoring one COVID-19 outbreak. The outbreak first declared on May 3, is located at Hogarth Riverview Manor on the 1st floor of the Spruce Grove Resident Home Area. Outbreaks located at Bethammi Nursing Home on the third floor and Pioneer Ridge...
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by Evan TaylorThe Town of Lunenburg has announced the bandstand located in Civic Square is currently closed. Citing safety reasons, the town did not provide a timeframe as to when they hope to reopen the site. Yellow caution tape has been installed on the steps of the bandstand to prevent people from using...
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