'It’s a dream come true': Holt, Liberal cabinet sworn-in to office
Susan Holt, the province's first female premier, and 18 cabinet ministers took the oath of office in the chamber of the legislative assembly Saturday.
RCMP investigating after man, woman found dead in home in Yarmouth, N.S.
Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating two suspicious deaths that happened in Yarmouth on Friday.
Growing Maritime MMA scene could soon expand to P.E.I.
The Maritime mixed martial arts scene could soon expand into Prince Edward Island.
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N.S. man, 28, dies following single vehicle crash in Pointe des Robichaud, N.B.
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Decision not to print voter cards for N.S. election 'short-sighted': seniors advocate
A seniors advocacy group says it is very concerned about a decision by Nova Scotia's elections agency not to mail voter information cards because of the threat of a postal strike.
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They sent ballots from Canada. Now, Americans prepare to watch the election from afar
More than 600,000 people who are eligible to vote in the U.S. election live in Canada, according to the U.S. Federal Voting Assistance Program.
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N.S. RCMP warns retailers of increased credit card scams
Nova Scotia RCMP is warning retailers of the increased volume of stolen or compromised credit cards being used to pay for high-volume or expensive orders across the province.
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Dieppe’s Champlain mall sold to Montreal-based company
Montreal-based company Westcliff Management, a privately owned real estate development and management company, officially own Dieppe’s Champlain Place Mall as of Halloween.
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Yarmouth RCMP investigating sudden deaths of two people known to each other
The RCMP in Yarmouth, N.S., is investigating the sudden deaths of two people known to each other.
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New furniture rules in U.S. could make furniture safer for children in Canada
A new law in the United States will make new dressers much safer for children and could make dressers in Canada safer as well.
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N.S. runner takes home gold in high-endurance competition
A Nova Scotian athlete recently took home gold in a high-endurance competition.
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Measles outbreak declared in Fredericton, upper Saint John River Valley: N.B. public health
A measles outbreak has been declared in New Brunswick’s Zone 3, which includes Fredericton and the upper Saint John River Valley.
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Americans in Canada cast ballot ahead of U.S. election
Stephen Winters says watching the U.S. election campaign from Canada as a dual citizen is like a parent watching their kid play sports.
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N.S. premier apologizes to women who fought in court for out-of-province operations
Nova Scotia's premier is apologizing after a court criticized his government for what it calls a flawed, discriminatory and unfair process that led to two women being rejected for coverage of out-of-province treatments.
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Tourism industry says 2024 was a strong year for Maritimes
As the cruise ship season draws to a close, the Maritime tourism industry says 2024 was a strong year across Atlantic Canada.
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Razorblade, cannabis found in Halloween treat bags: N.S. RCMP
The Nova Scotia RCMP says a razorblade and pre-rolled cannabis joints were found in separate treat bags on Halloween.
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University Avenue designated encampment in Halifax officially closes
Friday was eviction day for the residents of the University Avenue tent encampment in Halifax, but 15 or so tents remain on the median.
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'Stand by your sons, daughters': New Brunswick woman named national Silver Cross Mother
Maureen Anderson, who lost both her sons to their overseas service in the Canadian Armed Forces, has been named this year's national Silver Cross Mother.
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Gas leak contained in north end Halifax
Police are warning the public about a gas leak in the north end of Halifax Friday afternoon.
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Bachman-Turner Overdrive announce 2 Maritime tour stops next spring
The legendary rock n’ roll band behind hits such as 'Takin’ Care Of Business' and 'You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet' has announced a 2025 tour across Canada.
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Clocks and temperatures fall back this weekend
There were record-setting high temperatures on Halloween for the Maritimes, but a cold front will return chilly autumn weather for the first weekend of November.
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Diabetes Awareness Month: Man living with disease says it’s important everyone knows the common signs
Friday marks the first day of National Diabetes Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness and take action to tackle the diabetes epidemic.
'We are all treaty people': Symbol for truth and reconciliation unveiled at Halifax high school
A symbol for truth and reconciliation was unveiled at a Halifax high school on Wednesday.
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A Halifax junk remover shares some of his company’s strangest discoveries.
Halloween weather spooky good for the Maritimes
An autumn chill is in the air as we approach the end of October in the Maritimes but the region will catch a brief bump up in temperature just in time for Halloween.
Holiday Parade of Lights to go ahead in Halifax after uncertainty
The annual Holiday Parade of Lights will go ahead in Halifax this year after earlier uncertainty.
'This work is critical': First-of-its-kind facility dedicated to marine animal autopsies opens in N.S.
A first-of-its kind facility for Atlantic Canada dedicated to marine animal autopsies and sampling is opening in Seaforth, N.S.
Art exhibit explores rich history of Atlantic Canadian hip hop
Michael McGuire, who has cultivated an extensive catalogue of Atlantic Canadian hip hop records, is spearheading a new Halifax art exhibit on the art form.
Haunted Canada? Here are the country's scariest town names
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Veterinarian shares safety tips for pets on Halloween night
Halloween is Thursday, with scary decorations, kids in costumes and plenty of candy. Experts say it's not just children's safety people need to think about; four-legged friends also need some help.
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N.S. runner takes home gold in high-endurance competition
A Nova Scotian athlete recently took home gold in a high-endurance competition.
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Generous N.S. Halloween house draws hundreds of kids
A Nova Scotia Halloween house known for handing out candy and cash drew in hundreds of kids this year.
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Taylor's Version: Swifties pay tribute to their favourite popstar with Eras themed Halloween costumes
After more than a year-and-a half wait, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is finally making its way to Canada. The first Toronto concert is still 13 (Swift’s lucky number) days away, but Maritime trick-or-treaters got a head start on the fun by dressing up like their favourite popstar this Halloween.
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Diabetes Awareness Month: Man living with disease says it’s important everyone knows the common signs
Friday marks the first day of National Diabetes Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness and take action to tackle the diabetes epidemic.
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Moncton house receives extra attention after Halloween decorations deemed too scary by neighbour
Mason Louie of Moncton, N.B., has been decorating his house since 2019, but this year his family received a note calling the display too scary for children.
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Happy Halloween: Here are some safety tips to keep in mind ahead of the scariest night of the year
As families and kids prepare their trick-or-treating routes, the Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding families and motorists to plan for safety as well.
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N.S. man, 28, dies following single vehicle crash in Pointe des Robichaud, N.B.
A 28-year-old man from Judique, N.S., has died after a single-vehicle crash in Pointe des Robichaud, N.B.
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'It’s a dream come true': Holt, Liberal cabinet sworn-in to office
Susan Holt, the province's first female premier, and 18 cabinet ministers took the oath of office in the chamber of the legislative assembly Saturday.
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RCMP investigating after man, woman found dead in home in Yarmouth, N.S.
Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating two suspicious deaths that happened in Yarmouth on Friday.
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N.S. RCMP warns retailers of increased credit card scams
Nova Scotia RCMP is warning retailers of the increased volume of stolen or compromised credit cards being used to pay for high-volume or expensive orders across the province.
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Teachers in Newfoundland and Labrador say violence is on the rise, averaging 22 incidents per school day
School staff are being struck more often, students are fighting more frequently, and police are increasingly being called to school grounds, according to data compiled and released this week by the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association.
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Newfoundland and Labrador cautioned about growing debt as province touts success
Newfoundland and Labrador's auditor general has issued a warning about the province's financial position as the government announced it would finish the 2024-25 fiscal year with a higher-than-expected deficit.
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Growing Maritime MMA scene could soon expand to P.E.I.
The Maritime mixed martial arts scene could soon expand into Prince Edward Island.
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62-year-old man dies in P.E.I. crash
A 62-year-old man died in a garbage truck crash in Scotchfort, P.E.I. on Friday morning.
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'I put my whole life on hold': B.C. man embarks on Arctic to Antarctica trek
A Vancouver man is saying goodbye to his nine-to-five and embarking on a road trip from the Canadian Arctic to Antarctica.
Windsor teen's shredded pepperoni pizza post goes viral
A Windsor teen’s social media post showing off a distinctive Windsor pizza topping has gone viral, drawing millions of views worldwide and sparking new curiosity about Windsor-style pizza.
'You look like me': 7-year-old who went viral for his Auston Matthews Halloween costume meets Leafs star
Auston Matthews has come face to face with his look-alike. On Thursday, the Maple Leafs star met seven-year-old Grayson Joseph, who went viral for dressing up as an Auston Matthews hockey card.
'You never know what you're going to find': Halifax junk remover shares some of his company's strangest discoveries
A Halifax junk remover shares some of his company’s strangest discoveries.
'Smiles per gallon': B.C. man creates Canadian-themed art car with stuffed moose on roof
When Leah arrived at work directing traffic around a construction site, she never expected to see a van painted in all sorts of bright colours, and covered in eclectic decorations, including a stuffed moose attached to its roof.
Guelph, Ont. charitable bike repairs halted due to bylaw complaint
After 14 years of repairing and selling bicycles out of the garage of her home, a Guelph, Ont. woman’s efforts have ended – for now, at least.
More than 20,000 goldfish removed from Edmonton stormwater pond
Epcor says it has removed more than 20,000 goldfish from an Edmonton stormwater pond.
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Guelph, Ont. woman says she was pushed to homelessness and 'thrown on the street'
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No strike notice so far as talks continue between Canada Post and workers' union
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Federal mediators on site for negotiations between B.C. port employer and union
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U.K. prosecutors are mulling whether to charge Russell Brand over sex assault allegations
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'Venom 3' tops box office again, while Tom Hanks film struggles
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Flood survivors pelt Spain's royals with mud and premier is evacuated during a visit
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