by Evan TaylorNova Scotia is remembering one of its most accomplished athletes. Nancy Garapick has died at the age of 64. Swimming Canada says she passed away peacefully at her home in Langley, British Columbia. Garapick rose to prominence at a young age, becoming Canada’s youngest Female Athlete of the Year...
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by Jacob MooreThe former lead singer of Led Zeppelin was serenaded with the unofficial anthem of Halifax. Wednesday night, Late Show host Stephen Colbert asked Robert Plant about sea shanties, according to a video posted to social media. In response, the rock star turned to the crowd and asked if they liked...
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by Caitlin SnowA stretch of downtown New Glasgow has been destroyed after a fire ripped through a row of historic buildings. In a post on social media, the New Glasgow Fire Department says the blaze started Wednesday afternoon and lasted through until Thursday morning as crews put out hot spots. “The loss of...
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by Evan TaylorThe possibility of a strike by long-term care workers in Nova Scotia was front and centre during question period yesterday. Halifax Armdale MLA Rod Wilson said workers are nearing a breaking point, with some earning only slightly above minimum wage even after years on the job....
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by Evan TaylorA potential strike at the University of King’s College has been avoided after a new agreement was reached and ratified. The University of King’s College Teachers Association says the tentative deal has now been approved by both its membership and the university’s board of governors. “As a...
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by NewsAn Baddeck RCMP officer has been charged with uttering threats. SiRT says the investigation started in February after a report the officer threanted a female he knows. He was charged Wednesday and is expected in court April 13. Acting Commanding Officer of the RCMP, Superintendent Dan Morrow...
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A 150-year-old church in Digby, Nova Scotia is at risk of losing one of its most historically significant features, and advocates are now asking for the public’s help to save it. The Trinity Anglican Church was named a top 12 finalist in Canada’s Next Great Save competition. Advocate Greg Turner...
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The province says the door is open for discussions with First Nations leaders on cannabis. Last Thursday, April 2, members of First Nations communities blocked key highways for several hours. The protests were over RCMP raids of cannabis storefronts on First Nations. Tensions are high,...
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by Caitlin SnowA strike is looming for some staff at the University of King’s College in Halifax. In a statement on their website, Vice President of King’s, Tim Currie says, the University of King’s College Teaching Association (UKCTA) indicated a strike could begin on Thursday at noon after conciliation talks...
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by Caitlin SnowThe future of one of the most iconic tourist destinations in the province remains uncertain two years after it closed, now that the cost of restoration has gone through the roof. Parks Canada says it could cost anywhere between $11.6 million to $70 million for any work necessary on the Keltic...
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