Halifax closes underused designated homeless encampment
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 2:21 pm more...
City officials in Halifax have decided to shut down one of the five designated homeless encampments due to its persistently low usage. Authorities believe the move will help reallocate resources more effectively in addressing homelessness, albeit leaving some community members pondering what the next chapter holds for local support initiatives.
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Halifax wildfire probe ends without charges
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 2:21 pm more...
Investigators on the 2023 Halifax wildfires have determined that evidence remains insufficient to lay charges over the origins of the incident. Despite an exhaustive search for leads in the provinces affected areas, authorities have decided not to pursue criminal proceedings, leaving unanswered questions for the local community.
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Halifax hospitals' free parking policy faces growing pains
Friday, May 16, 2025, 10:21 am more...
Nova Scotia’s health minister has admitted that hospitals in Halifax are grappling with “growing pains” as they adjust to a free parking system. The initiative, initially celebrated as a patient-friendly move, now appears to be causing enough administrative headaches to prompt urgent tweaks and rethinking.
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Halifax teen to enter plea over threat and gun charges
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 12:21 pm more...
A Halifax teenager facing an array of charges including threats and gun possession is set to enter a plea via video link. The legal process continues unfolding as local authorities maintain their determined pursuit of justice, leaving the community to navigate through a maze of legal drama.
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Halifax Vice-Principal Stabbing Sparks Guard Negligence Lawsuit
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 6:20 am more...
A Halifax-area high school is reeling after a vice-principal was stabbed by a student, prompting a lawsuit against a security guard accused of neglecting proper search and de-escalation protocols. The incident has ignited concerns about school safety and the reliability of on-site security measures.
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Nova Scotia kayaker tragedy: Body recovered from lake accident
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:21 am more...
Nova Scotia authorities recovered the body of a missing kayaker after a fatal paddling incident left the community in mourning. RCMP reports detailed that two youths were involved when one overturned their kayak, and investigations now seek to clarify the tragic circumstances of this accident.
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Halifax school threat case escalates with hate charges
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 3:21 pm more...
A Halifax teenager faces escalating legal action after allegedly forming online hate groups and threatening a downtown high school. Additional charges for illegal weapon possession have been added, intensifying community concerns and prompting a more robust response from local law enforcement.
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