Author Archives: Evan Taylor
Atlantic Canadian universities alcohol policies below par, new study finds
ANTIGONISH, Nova Scotia, Canada - The Campus Alcohol Policy Project (CAPP), led by Dr. Kara Thompson, Director of the SHEA (Substance Use & Health in Emerging Adulthood) lab and Associate Professo...
Oct 18, 2023
NS Government announces expansion of LTC Rooms in Meteghan
The Nova Scotian government is set to commence renovations on the former Villa Acadienne long-term care home in Meteghan, Digby County, paving the way for 47 additional single rooms for seniors...
Oct 17, 2023
Museum Nova Scotia moves Mi'kmaq artifacts from aging Stellarton facility
The Nova Scotia Museum Archaeology, in a recent move to enhance accessibility to its extensive archaeological collections, has successfully transferred approximately 500 banker's boxes of valuable his...
Oct 17, 2023
Halifax Wanderers FC ready for first home playoff game
In a historic first for the Halifax Wanderers FC, a sold-out crowd is expected to descend upon the Maritimes this weekend as the club hosts Pacific FC in their inaugural home playoff match. This quart...
Oct 13, 2023
RCMP warns Nova Scotians about "grandparent" scams after elderly couple defrauded
The Pictou County District Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) issued a cautionary message to residents of Nova Scotia regarding fraudulent "grandparent" or "emergency" scams. This alert follo...
Oct 12, 2023
First Nova Scotian fully accessible and inclusive playground opens in Liverpool
Liverpool, welcomed a groundbreaking addition to its community today with the official opening of the Etli Milita'mk Playpark. Designed to be a universally accessible space where people of all ages an...
Oct 11, 2023
Progressive Conservative caucus announces public housing locations prematurely, Housing Minister says
Nova Scotia's Housing Minister, John Lohr, expressed understanding and respect for his colleagues' eagerness to share positive news with their communities but acknowledged that the Progressive ...
Oct 10, 2023
Halifax set to host historic soccer match between Canada and Brazil
Canada Soccer's Women's National team is set to create history in Halifax as they prepare to host Brazil at the Wanderers Grounds on Tuesday, October 31. This significant event, presented by CIBC, mar...
Oct 06, 2023
Emera fines for Muskrat Falls failures doubled
The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB) delivered a significant blow to Halifax-based Emera as they increased the financial penalty for the company's failed deliveries of hydroelectricity from...
Oct 06, 2023
Nova Scotia Power gears up for Tropical Storm Philippe
Nova Scotia Power is taking proactive measures in anticipation of the approaching Tropical Storm Philippe, which is expected to bring high winds and heavy rain to parts of the province. The utility co...
Oct 06, 2023
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