Blue Nose Marathon takes over Halifax this weekend
By Natasha Pace Reporter
Despite the rainy weather on Sunday, thousands of people are still expected to take part in various races. Continue reading
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Halifax taxi driver acquitted of sexually assaulting passenger can reapply for licence
By Natasha Pace Reporter
Ghazi’s taxi license was suspended in April of 2016 and expired last year while his case was making its way through the courts. Continue reading
Mi’kmaq artist Jordan Bennett awarded public art bid for Dartmouth Sportsplex
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The $200,000 public art project will include a wall-mounted feature for the new main entrance and include a design to fill 1,500-square-feet of interior window space. Continue reading
Police seize drugs, cash from cannabis dispensary after investigating break-in
Halifax Regional Police say that at 7:16 a.m. Wednesday, officers responded to a report of a broken front window at 2411 Agricola Street, a store owned by Coastal Cannapy Inc. Continue reading
Halifax’s procurement process needs ‘significant improvement,’ says auditor general
There is indication the procurement process hasn’t been in compliance with provincial regulations. Continue reading
No water action plan after N.S. environment minister, Harrietsfield residents meet
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
Rankin repeatedly told the crowd that action to enforce the ministerial orders cannot be taken until the court case has concluded. Continue reading
Popular Halifax dog park to undergo improvements starting this week
Halifax says work crews will be on-site at The Mainland Common off-leash dog park from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday until mid-June. Continue reading
Halifax councillor Matt Whitman likes, then unlikes, tweet advocating violence against journalists
Whitman is no stranger to social media controversy. Continue reading
Halifax to seek Supreme Court order to shut down cannabis dispensary
The HRM said on Wednesday that it’s seeking a court order to shutdown Coastal Cannapy Inc., as it is a business operating without a permit. Continue reading
Halifax to repaint, add new rainbow crosswalks in time for 2018 Pride Week
Unlike last year, when area business improvement districts and area councillors agreed to foot the bill at four locations, it appears the HRM will be shouldering the cost alone. Continue reading
