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Council unanimously voted in favour of the new cannabis land-use restrictions after a public hearing on Tuesday.

To sacrifice the fisheries and tourism industries for a handful of oil jobs is not a gain. It’s not even breaking even.

The 2017 Ortega, tastes very Gaspereau Valley with a hint of Italy.

@ Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

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In honour of the 100th year since (most) Nova Scotian women got the vote, Caravan Theatre assembles a diverse group of performers to celebrate.

@ Lilian Piercey Concert Hall

With his very first play, Jacob Sampson has created a showcase for himself—and Nova Scotia—that just keeps getting bigger.

@ Bide Awhile Animal Shelter

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