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❄️ Stay safe on the roads this winter. Check real-time road conditions, plow tracker, highway webcams, and safety tips at

novascotia.ca/tran/winter/

#WinterSafety
November 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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💰 Nova Scotians are invited to share ideas for the 2026–27 provincial budget, focused on growing the economy and addressing the deficit. Submissions are open until Dec. 12. Details:

novascotia.ca/budget-engag...

#NovaScotia #NSBudget #PublicEngagement
November 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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🗳️ Halifax residents are invited to apply for volunteer positions on municipal boards, committees, and commissions. Applications are open until Nov. 26. The municipality aims for diverse and inclusive representation. Learn more at:

halifax.ca/serve

#Halifax #CommunityEngagement
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November 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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🌿 Nova Scotia has added 1,267 hectares of land across 16 sites to its parks and protected areas, supporting biodiversity and climate action. The province aims to protect 20% of its land and water by 2030. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/11/0...

#NovaScotia #Environment #ClimateAction
November 5, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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🚌 A free Transit Cape Breton pass is now available for eligible low-income residents through Nova Scotia’s Community Bus Pass Program. About 7,300 people in Cape Breton can benefit from free access to transportation starting November 4. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/11/0...

#CapeBreton
November 4, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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🔍 Police are investigating a homicide after a man was found with gunshot wounds near Cain St. and Clarence St. in North Preston on November 2. The victim later died in hospital. Investigators are seeking public information and dashcam footage. Source:

rcmp.ca/en/nova-scot...

#Halifax #RCMP
November 3, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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💨 Nova Scotia will see strong east to southeast winds Friday, with gusts reaching 70 km/h and shifting southwest by evening. Heavy rain in the morning will ease to scattered showers later in the day. Secure loose outdoor items. Source:

weather.gc.ca

#NSStorm #WeatherAlert
October 30, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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📮 Mail delivery through #CanadaPost is resuming in Nova Scotia starting Friday, October 31. Access Nova Scotia centres will no longer serve as mail pickup locations. Delays are still expected, and using online services is recommended. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/3...

#NovaScotia
October 30, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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⚖️ A Halifax Regional Police officer has been charged with multiple criminal offences, including breach of trust and possession of property obtained by crime. The charges follow an investigation into the sale of stolen property. Source:

sirtnsnb.ca/investigatio...

#Halifax #PoliceAccountability
October 29, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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🔐 A youth has been arrested in Halifax for participating in an online violent extremist group. The investigation revealed involvement in groups using social media and gaming apps, leading to several exploitation-related charges. Source:

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#CyberSecurity #Halifax
October 28, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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🚓 Halifax police handled 664 calls over the weekend, including two major incidents — a bomb threat at Halifax Shopping Centre (unfounded, 13-year-old charged) and a robbery attempt at a Dartmouth Sobeys (53-year-old arrested).

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#Halifax #PublicSafety #HRP
October 27, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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🚨 Nova Scotia RCMP has arrested a man from Queens County who was wanted on a province-wide warrant for multiple sexual offences. Police thank the public for their assistance.

rcmp.ca/en/nova-scot...

#NovaScotia #RCMP #PublicSafety
October 27, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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🇺🇳 Nova Scotian UN peacekeepers were honoured with certificates at Province House in Halifax, marking the UN’s 80th anniversary. Nearly 300 nominations have been received so far. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/2...

#NovaScotia #UN #Peacekeepers #Halifax
October 24, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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🚓 A shooting occurred on Veith Street/Hanover Street in Halifax on Thursday night. An adult victim was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Police state this was not random and there is no ongoing public threat. Source:

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#Halifax #PublicSafety
October 24, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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📚 This holiday season, discover Nova Scotia’s stories! Through the Nova Scotia Loyal pilot, get $10 off books by local authors or publishers at 11 bookstores across the province until Feb. 28, 2026. 🌟 Support local voices, shop local!

nsloyal.ca

#ReadLocal #NovaScotiaLoyal
October 23, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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⚡ Premier #TimHouston reshuffled his cabinet to strengthen focus on energy and resource development. He now serves as Minister of Energy, aiming to make Nova Scotia an "energy superpower." New ministers also appointed across key departments.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/2...

#NovaScotia
October 21, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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🚧 The MacKay Bridge will close from Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. to Oct. 27 at 5:30 a.m. for maintenance. HHB offers free ferry service during the closure to ease traffic. Expect delays and plan alternate routes. Details below 👇

halifaxharbourbridges.ca/news/mackay-...

#Halifax #MacKayBridge #NovaScotia 🚢
October 21, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Nine 🌊 Nova Scotia communities, including Lunenburg and Antigonish, join the Community Climate Capacity Program to boost resilience against floods, droughts, and wildfires. The province invests $7.3M to support local climate action.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/2...

#ClimateAction #Sustainability
October 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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🚨 A woman has been charged after stealing a Halifax fire truck early this morning. The vehicle was later found undamaged, and no injuries were reported. She faces multiple charges, including theft and impaired operation.

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#Halifax #NovaScotia #Police
October 20, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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💧 Halifax Water has launched a new, simplified one-page bill design as of Oct. 2025. The update makes it easier for customers to read charges, track usage, and find key info — all on one page.

halifaxwater.ca/understandin...

#Halifax #HalifaxWater #UtilityUpdate #NovaScotia
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October 20, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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🚨 RCMP is investigating after gunshots struck a home on Riverside Dr. in Lower Sackville around 1 a.m. on Oct. 15. No injuries were reported. Anyone with info is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

rcmp.ca/en/nova-scot...

#NovaScotia #LowerSackville #RCMP #CrimeAlert
October 16, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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👶 Infants under eight months can now receive free protection against RSV in Nova Scotia. The program runs from Oct. 15, 2025, to Apr. 30, 2026, offering doses at hospitals, primary care, and public health clinics.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/1...

#NovaScotia #RSV #Health #Immunization
October 16, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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🔥Burn ban and woods restrictions have been lifted in Annapolis County as of Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Daily burn limits remain across Nova Scotia until Oct. 31. Fines for violations can reach $25,000. Stay alert and check the BurnSafe map.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/1...

#NovaScotia #WildfireSafety
October 15, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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🌐 Nova Scotia launches NovaMINE, a new online portal to simplify and modernize mine permitting. The system increases transparency and access to information while supporting responsible resource development.

mining.novascotia.ca

#NovaScotia #Mining #NovaMINE #NaturalResources
October 14, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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⚖️ A new chair and two commissioners have been appointed to the human rights commission, with one member reappointed. The changes aim to strengthen the focus on equity and justice. Source:

humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...

#HumanRights #NovaScotia #Government
October 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM