Fake threat call to Halifax high school came from outside Canada: Police
A recent security scare at Halifax West High School, which saw the institution placed under a stringent lockdown following a threatening call, has been officially deemed a hoax, with police…
Power bills in Nova Scotia may spike as utility looks to refinance $1B in assets
Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) has formally applied to the provincial regulator for permission to undertake a substantial financial restructuring initiative, proposing to refinance close to $1 billion worth of…
Six Years On: Halifax Police Continue Relentless Pursuit of Justice in Sheila Madore Homicide Case
Six years after Sheila Madore was officially reported missing, Halifax Regional Police continue their intensive investigation into her homicide, a complex cold case that remains a poignant reminder of the…
Halifax West High School Lockdown Lifted After Weapons Threat Deemed Unsubstantiated
Students and staff at Halifax West High School experienced a harrowing afternoon on Thursday, October 8, 2026, as the institution was placed under a stringent lockdown following a credible report…
Confusion in Halifax courtroom over U.S. consulate bomb threat case
Proceedings for Ali Assakereh, the 54-year-old man accused of threatening to bomb the U.S. consulate in Halifax in August, encountered significant procedural hurdles during a recent court appearance, leading to…
Emera and Canadian Utilities Forge $72 Billion Alliance to Create Canadian Energy Powerhouse Amidst National Infrastructure Push
The Canadian energy landscape is set to undergo a transformative shift with the announcement of a landmark merger between Halifax-based Emera Inc. and Calgary-based Canadian Utilities, a controlling subsidiary of…
Westwood Hills Residents Applaud Emergency Exit Progress but Advocate for Comprehensive Egress Solutions Following 2023 Wildfire Lessons
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) has announced that work is set to commence this month on a crucial emergency exit from the Westwood Hills community, a development largely welcomed by residents…
Economic Pressures Drive Significant Decline in Tipping Across Canadian Hospitality Sector, Prompting Industry Rethink
A recent comprehensive report reveals that escalating economic pressures are not only compelling consumers to reduce their frequency of dining out but are also significantly diminishing their generosity when it…
Sexual Assault Charge Against Trailer Park Boys Actor Mike Smith Dismissed in Nova Scotia Court, Citing Complainant’s Mental Health Concerns.
The sexual assault charge against Mike Smith, widely recognized for his portrayal of Bubbles in the popular Canadian comedy series Trailer Park Boys, has been dismissed in a Nova Scotia…
Nova Scotia RCMP Warns of Sophisticated Gold-for-Safekeeping Scam Targeting Vulnerable Individuals Across Canada
Nova Scotia’s Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Commercial Crime Section has issued a critical public safety alert regarding an alarming and "emerging" fraud scheme. This sophisticated scam involves victims being…
















