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N. S. government not on track to meet 2030 conservation target, advocates warn
13+ hour, 31+ min ago (668+ words) The Government of Nova Scotia committed to protecting 20 per cent of its lands and waters by 2030a target set in law under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and reaffirmed in its 2023 protected areas strategybut advocates warn the province…...
South Shore Regional Hospital unveils first MRI machine
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (388+ words) Patients on the South Shore will soon be able to access MRI scans closer to home. A new MRI suite has been unveiled at South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater, marking the first time the hospital will offer the service....
Air Canada launches new direct flight between Halifax to Brussels
5+ day, 13+ hour ago (141+ words) A new flight that will get you to another European destination a bit easier. Air Canada has launched a non-stop service between Halifax and Brussels, Belgium. Halifax Stanfield International Airport says in a news release, the flight now operates three…...
Nearly 100-year-old Yarmouth signs sell for 35k at Ontario auction
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (570+ words) A one-of-a-kind historical artifact from Yarmouth sold at an auction for much more than you might expect. The set of six tin signs, which are nearly 100 years old and were made to advertise a pharmacy along the road, went for…...
South Shore Bulletin celebrates 150 years of local journalism
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (402+ words) A South Shore community newspaper is celebrating a major milestone this weekend. The South Shore Bulletin is marking 150 years of local journalism with a public celebration on Saturday. Current owner Kevin Mc Bain says it is a privilege to help…...
Mayor says Sail GP impact "huge" for Halifax as city gets ready
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (314+ words) We are one day away from an international sailing event taking over the Halifax harbour again, and according to the mayor, the impact economically will be huge. Sail GP is back this weekend. Andy Fillmore tells us we are proving…...
Houston says no active plans for data centres in Nova Scotia
6+ day, 12+ hour ago (401+ words) Premier Tim Houston says Nova Scotia is not actively pursuing data centres, but believes the discussion could become more relevant in the future as the province expands its energy capacity. Speaking with reporters following cabinet on Thursday, Houston was asked…...
Keep the birds from leaving their mark where you sit
1+ week, 17+ hour ago (26+ words) Your South Shore I love to see the birds, hate to see what they leave behind!...
Lunenburg taxi owner says lack of complaint process pushed allegations against mayor into public
1+ week, 1+ day ago (420+ words) The owner of a Lunenburg taxi company says he went public with allegations against Mayor Jamie Myra because he felt there was no formal way to have the matter reviewed. Simon Gordon, owner of Salt Wind Transportation, has accused Myra…...
NHL broadcasts leaving CBC
1+ week, 1+ day ago (162+ words) It's the end of a remarkable era in Canadian television and sports. According to a joint statement from Rogers and CBC Tuesday, the CBC will no longer carry NHL games beginning next season. It means the iconic broadcast Hockey Night…...