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Preparing for an in-person Halifax Pride

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Preparing for an in-person Halifax Pride

A behind-the-scenes diary series exploring how one of the city's biggest festivals comes together in the face of COVID-19.

By MORGAN MULLIN, Jul 17/21


Premier Iain Rankin has called a provincial general election

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Premier Iain Rankin has called a provincial general election

With a voting date of August 17, Nova Scotia's provincial election is now on.

By LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG, Jul 17/21


COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Saturday, Jul 17

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COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Saturday, Jul 17

Updates including briefings, infections and our daily map of community COVID-19.

By TEAM COAST, Jul 17/21


Canada vaccination tracker to chart national vax rates

COVID-19 »

Canada vaccination tracker to chart national vax rates

Canada's vaccine rollout animated as a race to show who's leading the fight against COVID.

By KYLE SHAW, Jul 17/21


Nursing Homes of NS is launching its own election campaign

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Nursing Homes of NS is launching its own election campaign

When the writ drops, the association wants to remind people that long-term care needs help.

By LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG, Jul 16/21


Get a Sweet Tease of burlesque and drag this weekend

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Get a Sweet Tease of burlesque and drag this weekend

The scene starts its COVID comeback with a big summer-themed show Sunday night.

By CHRIS STOODLEY, Jul 16/21


Dal students scramble for housing after getting residence rejections

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Dal students scramble for housing after getting residence rejections

Some students are frustrated with the university after getting rejected from res for the upcoming school year

By CHRIS STOODLEY, Jul 16/21


Black entrepreneurs ready for Taking BLK Gottingen

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Black entrepreneurs ready for Taking BLK Gottingen

The annual market to celebrate African Nova Scotian businesses happens Saturday, July 17.

By ISABEL BUCKMASTER, Jul 16/21


Rankin’s pre-election funding frenzy continues

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Rankin’s pre-election funding frenzy continues

Thursday featured electric buses, action on the Coastal Protection Act and Friday brought even more.

By LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG AND VICTORIA WALTON, Jul 16/21


Black police officer and Liberal candidate pulled over at gunpoint by RCMP

NEWS »

Black police officer and Liberal candidate pulled over at gunpoint by RCMP

HRP superintendent Dean Simmonds and Preston candidate Angela Simmonds file formal complaint against RCMP after terrifying ride to the grocery store.

By GABRIELLE DROLET, Jul 16/21


COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Friday, Jul 16

COVID-19 »

COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Friday, Jul 16

Updates including briefings, infections and our daily map of community COVID-19.

By TEAM COAST, Jul 16/21


Your horoscope for the week July 15-21

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Your horoscope for the week July 15-21

Authorize your immortal soul to be in charge of everything you do, Virgo.

By ROB BREZSNY, Jul 16/21


Canadians, Bud Light Seltzer is here, just in time for summer

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Canadians, Bud Light Seltzer is here, just in time for summer

The fan-favourite is now available across Canada

Paid Content By BUD LIGHT SELTZER, Jul 16/21


NS hits 75% vax target but data dashboard lags behind

COVID-19 »

NS hits 75% vax target but data dashboard lags behind

The shortfall is due to 8,000 vaccinated military members who still need to be added.

By VICTORIA WALTON, Jul 15/21


Strang says physically distanced dance floors are the new norm

COVID-19 »

Strang says physically distanced dance floors are the new norm

But the top doc doesn’t have any COVID-friendly dance move recommendations.

By VICTORIA WALTON, Jul 15/21


COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Thursday, Jul 15

COVID-19 »

COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Thursday, Jul 15

Updates including briefings, infections and our daily map of community COVID-19.

By TEAM COAST, Jul 15/21


14 rules that relax in Phase 4 of NS reopening

COVID-19 »

14 rules that relax in Phase 4 of NS reopening

Phase 4 allows eating out in big groups, dancing in bars and mask-free playgrounds starting July 14.

By CHRIS STOODLEY, Jul 14/21


43 new affordable homes for Halifax from federal cash

CITY »

43 new affordable homes for Halifax from federal cash

Mayor Savage announces housing plan the day after removal deadline for crisis shelters.

By LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG, Jul 14/21


Crisis shelters safe as removal deadline passes

CITY »

Crisis shelters safe as removal deadline passes

“We’re not going to move in and force people out,” mayor Savage says after city threats.

By ISABEL BUCKMASTER, Jul 14/21


Good Robot Brewing does discount draft for doses

COVID-19 »

Good Robot Brewing does discount draft for doses

Halifax brewery says anyone vaccinated can get a beer at the lowest legal price—$2.75.

By VICTORIA WALTON, Jul 14/21


COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Wednesday, Jul 14

COVID-19 »

COVID cases and news for Nova Scotia on Wednesday, Jul 14

Updates including briefings, infections and our daily map of community COVID-19.

By TEAM COAST, Jul 14/21


Where to get a rapid COVID-19 test this week (July 14-July 18)

COVID-19 »

Where to get a rapid COVID-19 test this week (July 14-July 18)

Get a rapid test whether you're headed to work, a hang out with your bubble, or a patio.

By TEAM COAST, Jul 14/21


Emotional arsonists

SAVAGE LOVE »

Emotional arsonists

If you need a therapist after sex with someone, maybe that person shouldn’t be in your life.

By DAN SAVAGE, Jul 14/21


Where to get a walk-in COVID vaccine in Halifax

COVID-19 »

Where to get a walk-in COVID vaccine in Halifax

Bayers Lake, Mic Mac Mall and the Halifax Convention Centre are all options.

By TEAM COAST, Jul 13/21


Nearly 70,000 Nova Scotians need a doctor

HEALTHCARE »

Nearly 70,000 Nova Scotians need a doctor

Waiting list for a family doctor grew by more than 20,000 people in the last year.

By LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG, Jul 13/21


Trudeau calls NS child care funding key to 'a feminist recovery' from COVID

CITY »

Trudeau calls NS child care funding key to 'a feminist recovery' from COVID

Rankin says daycare will cost around $10 per day by 2026, but critics want to see help sooner.

By LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG, Jul 13/21


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