Angela Capobianco
Digital Broadcast Journalist
Angela Capobianco is a Digital Broadcast Journalist based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Angela grew up in Halifax and graduated from the University of King’s College with a degree in history and philosophy in 2019. She did a brief stint in Kingston, Ontario, for graduate school, before heading back home to Halifax to pursue journalism. She graduated from the one-year journalism program at the University of King’s College in 2023.
Before joining Global News in November 2024, she worked for two weekly newspapers in northern Nova Scotia, where she tackled issues related to rural poverty, such as food scarcity, housing and homelessness.
She loves to tell the stories that matter most to people and their communities, with a particular focus on municipal politics, housing, environmental concerns and human rights. You can usually find her scrumming with the best of them at City Hall.
When not working, she can be found reading, diving deep into a good show, attending circus classes or learning to speak Russian.
To contact Angela, you can send her an email or reach her on Bluesky @ange-sometimes.bsky.social
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Video Archives
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Halifax council votes to look into cutting patio fees, creating red tape portal -
N.S. long-term care workers back on picket lines as negotiations break down -
N.S. leaders spar over long-term care workers strike as both sides return to the table -
New study finds migration to Atlantic Canada growing among older generations -
N.S. advocacy groups, opposition calling for more workers’ rights protections -
Halifax businesses says city construction will impact foot traffic downtown -
Halifax bar is voicing frustration after city construction delays patio opening -
N.S. missing kids: RCMP ‘want answers’ 1 year after Lilly and Jack’s disappearance -
Halifax council passes motion to help next year’s budget stay affordable -
N.S. making it easier for residents to take part in medical research -
Sackville, N.S. grappling with loss after house fire kills 3 people -
N.S. woman says she’s down $60k after alleged car dealership fraud -
Customers of Nova Scotia car dealership allege fraud, say outstanding loans never paid -
New poll finds Nova Scotians in support of more land protections -
Halifax-area residents warn traffic congestion hinders wildfire evacuation efforts -
New Nova Scotia transit strategy aims to connect Halifax with rural communities -
Halifax’s auditor general raises concerns over municipal water utility’s hiring procedures -
Halifax council votes in favour of report on how to revitalize downtown -
Halifax councillor pitches idea of modernizing fire stations with housing -
‘Heartbreaking loss’: Businesses, apartments destroyed in downtown New Glasgow, N.S. fire
Author Archives
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Halifax council votes to look into cutting patio fees, creating red tape portalAccording to the municipality's website, the fees for a patio range from $350 to $1,270, depending on its size and whether it is seasonal or annual.CanadaMay 12
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Nova Scotia long-term care residents, family worry about ‘further crisis’ if strike drags onNo new deal has been reached after renewed negotiations between the union representing striking long-term care workers and the Nova Scotia government.CanadaMay 8
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Striking long-term care workers’ union, N.S. government return to bargainingThe two sides reached an impasse on March 24, and members have been on strike since April 13.CanadaMay 7
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N.S. advocacy groups, opposition calling for more workers’ rights protectionsOpposition parties in Nova Scotia and some advocacy organizations are calling for the province to do more to protect workers' rights and improve labour conditions.CanadaMay 5
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Argyle Street businesses worried about construction 9 years after ‘disastrous’ projectBusinesses along Argyle Street are raising concerns about construction just ahead of the busy summer season and the impact it will have on foot traffic in the area.CanadaMay 4
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Nova Scotians can now opt in to volunteer for medical research and clinical trialsNova Scotians who want to take part in medical research, whether it's participating in a clinical trial or having their samples collected for studies, can now opt in.HealthApr 28
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Fire kills 3 in Lower Sackville, N.S. as community faces tragedy againFire investigators are working to determine what caused a house fire in Lower Sackville over the weekend that claimed the lives of three people.FireApr 27
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Nova Scotia woman alleging fraud against car dealership says she’s on the hook for $60KMore customers of a Lower Sackville used car dealership are alleging fraud, as RCMP confirm the number of complaints they're investigating has more than doubled in a day.CanadaApr 24
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Customers of Nova Scotia car dealership allege fraud, say outstanding loans never paidSome customers of a Lower Sackville car dealership allege the business left them on the hook for loans on vehicles they've already traded in.CanadaApr 23
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Hammonds Plains residents warn traffic congestion hinders wildfire evacuationFor local residents, action is simply not fast enough in getting egress in subdivisions along Hammonds Plains Road, as well as diverting traffic away from the main artery.CanadaApr 20
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‘Game-changer’: Rural N.S. communities look forward to possible new transit systemThose who could benefit from this inter-municipal transit system are applauding the move and hopeful it'll take shape soon.CanadaApr 17
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Halifax councillor pitches idea of modernizing fire stations with housingA Halifax councillor is looking at creative solutions on how to handle the municipality's aging firefighting infrastructure, alongside the critical need for more housing.CanadaApr 13
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‘Limpy’ the bear to be removed from N.S. suburb but some want him to stayDNR plans to move the black bear to the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park. However, some residents say they've lived peacefully alongside Limpy and want him to stay.CanadaApr 7
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Nova Scotia shoreline clean-up group says grant cut sends wrong messageNova Scotia's decision to cut the entire grant for its Marine Debris Clean-Up Program has some questioning the province's priorities considering the size its fisheries industry.EnvironmentApr 6
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Nova Scotia legislature reopens with new rules after protesters disrupt voteNova Scotia's legislature has reopened with new rules after being closed to the public since March 25 following a protest that delayed a budget vote.PoliticsApr 2
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‘There’s enough good here’: Halifax council passes budget after months of heated debateAfter months of heated debate and deliberation, councillors approved its 2026-27 budget, which includes an operating budget of $1.45 billion, a capital budget of $316.7 million.CanadaMar 31
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Halifax councillors pushing for provincewide dangerous dog registryHalifax council will be debating whether to press the provincial government for a Nova Scotia-wide registry of dangerous dogs, as well as stricter penalties when attacks occur.CanadaMar 30
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Nova Scotia legislature closed to public for 3rd day as demonstrations continuePremier Tim Houston returned to Province House after nearly missing the entire week, including the passing of the budget, at the Nova Scotia legislature.PoliticsMar 27
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An exercise program proves life-changing for this Nova Scotia cancer patientSince 2018, the ACCESS program has partnered the Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program and has seen over 500 participants come through the program.HealthMar 17
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Heritage ‘paying the price’ as Nova Scotia budget shuts down 12 museumsThe Fisherman's Life Museum is one of 12 provincial museums slated for closure across the province as part of Nova Scotia's 2026-27 budget.CanadaMar 11
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Police, fire departments tasked with finding savings as Halifax struggles with budgetBudget discussions continued at Halifax City Hall on Thursday, and while no one was recommending job cuts, trimming down is required somewhere.PoliticsMar 5
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Protesters rally outside N.S. legislature as tensions rise inside during debateHundreds of protesters made their voices heard outside the Nova Scotia legislature to protest the government's cuts to cultural programs and resource extraction policies.PoliticsMar 3
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‘Really short-sighted’: Nova Scotia budget cuts funding to Halifax student transit pass programAs part of the budget, the province will be reducing grants to organizations to the tune of $130.4 million — including the bus pass program.PoliticsFeb 25
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Tensions high as Halifax mayor, councillors battle over how to balance booksThe mayor recently brought up the idea of reducing municipal wages over the next three years by seven per cent. One councillor is calling the budget process "chaotic."PoliticsFeb 24
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Gang prevention program for Muslim youth in Maritimes receives federal fundingOrganizers say the program will address factors such as social isolation and discrimination, while offering mentorship and prevention-based programming.CanadaFeb 20