The Yarmouth Mariners are back in action. They return from holiday break to face the Valley Wildcats on the road this afternoon. The Mariners are seven points back of Pictou County and Amherst for a playoff spot. Yarmouth’s first home game of the new year is Friday night as they host the...
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It’s time to ring-in 2026! Halifax’s annual New Year’s Eve celebrations take place at Grand Parade tonight at 11 p.m. Local artists Skratch Bastid, Lane Hall and JupiterReign will perform, then a fireworks display at midnight. A free skate is happening at the Emera Oval from 10 p.m to 12:30 a.m....
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by Tara ClowIt’s New Year’s Eve day, and some businesses may be planning to close earlier than usual. It’s something to keep in mind if you have any shopping to do. Many stores will remain closed on January 1, including all malls, big-box stores and most grocery stores. NB Liquor and Cannabis NB stores will...
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A snowy end to 2025 for some. Snow squall watches are in effect for Yarmouth, Shelburne, Digby, the Valley and northern Nova Scotia. It’s happening this morning for southwestern areas, and later in the day for the other areas. Strong winds are expected to reduce visibility in blowing snow....
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by Tara ClowDowntown Moncton is expected to be a busy spot to ring in the New Year. Festivities are planned once again on December 31 as a part of the New Year’s Eve Family Fun Fest. Estimates last year were upwards of 20,000 people, and this year it’s expected to be even bigger and better. “It’s a fourth...
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by Alex AllanNew Brunswick may be starting the new year with a significant snowfall. Environment Canada issued a special weather statement and said a low-pressure system is expected to move in on Thursday and continue into Friday morning. The agency said 15 to 30 centimetres of snow is possible across most...
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by Caitlin SnowThere were some notable weather events across the country in 2025 that brought heat, ice and some extremely dry conditions. Environment and Climate Change Canada breaks down the top ten: 10. Western Canada baked in a record-breaking late summer heat Places like British Columbia reached 40...
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by Caitlin SnowIt was a bit of a challenging year for Halifax with half a new team on Council, a new mayor and several big-ticket items, according to a few team members. Mayor Andy Fillmore acknowledges that he came into his new role with a “big head of steam” but is looking ahead with optimism. In a year-end...
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by Alex AllanThe Nature Conservancy of Canada says it is putting more emphasis on connecting protected areas across the country. Andrew Holland, a national media relations director with NCC, said the organization is trying to group projects so they form larger natural corridors instead of isolated sites. He...
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A local charity will feed over 300 people on New Year’s Eve. Souls Harbour Rescue Mission is hosting a free holiday dinner with turkey and all the trimmings. It’s happening on Cunard Street from noon to 3 p.m, everyone is welcome to attend. In a release, Chief Executive Officer Michelle Porter...
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