As we discussed in the newsletter last week, there has been a lot of chatter online about Gen Z bringing their Starby’s iced latte into job interviews. They are being dragged for this behaviour all over reddit and TikTok, with some saying it’s totally unprofessional and some defending their right to bring the cold caffeination […]
Julie Lawrence
Julie Lawrence is the Editor-in-Chief of The Coast. She is intersectional feminist, journalist and communications specialist from Halifax, N.S.
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Halifax woman’s safe space stolen by serial masturbator
Forget sharks. Women in Halifax are finding it’s not safe to go in the water for an even more unsettling reason. For the past five years, Robin Johnson has found solace and peace in her regular swims at Williams Lake or Tea Lake—also known as Purcell’s Pond. It was her way of erasing the stresses […]
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Removing U.S. alcohol from Canadian shelves has been a major trade irritant to Donald Trump—which he called “discriminatory measures”— when he announced a fresh set of tariffs on Canada last month. At the time of this poll, several premiers—including Tim Houston— said that Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked provinces to restock American alcohol on […]
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Cycling infrastructure saves lives
When I opened Instagram on Monday night and saw the screenshot saying that a person cycling had been killed in Halifax, I felt deeply sad, but I was also angry. Many people I know and care about have been advocating for safe cycling infrastructure for years. And still, people are dying on our streets. The […]
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Relaxed, calm vibe is new south end hair studio’s jam
Amanda Hodgson and Jaime Horbul started thinking about how they would run their own business if they were in charge years ago. What was then a hypothetical is now a reality. Both former stylists and members of the leadership team at a bustling downtown studio and spa for years, they have gone out on their own […]
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This one wasn’t even close. The labour disruption at Dalhousie University is over, according to the university’s board and the Dalhousie Faculty Association. But we can’t ignore the time (and money) that students lost out on. According to a press release from the Dal Student Union, each week that classes are cancelled represents about 7% […]
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Every big show happening in Halifax in September 2025
Atlantic Film Festival This year’s program features exciting world and regional premieres, never-before-seen stories, and bold new voices in cinema. From debut filmmakers to internationally acclaimed directors, the 2025 lineup is a dynamic mix of fresh talent and celebrated storytellers. Expect powerful documentaries, daring narratives, and unforgettable characters. With over 100 films presented over the […]
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Tim Houston announced a “stay out of the woods” order on Aug. 5, amid “tinder dry” conditions across the province. A total ban on open fires was brought in the week before, with both bans punishable by a $25,000 fine. The whole point is obviously to prevent wildfires and we don’t have to look too […]
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City council will vote on a motion to potentially stop a project to convert Morris Street into a two-way bikeway—in light of a letter from Tim Houston expressing his government’s opposition to the plan. This project has sparked a lot of different conversations about the role city council has been or should be playing, the […]
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Sean Feucht holds rallies that blend upbeat Christian-rock songs with sermons that tie in his right-wing political views. Between praising President Donald Trump as “God’s chosen one” and suggesting that abortion supporters are “demons,” Feucht has repeatedly advocated for the fusion of church and state. And now his MAGA Christian roadshow is hitting Halifax. It […]
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The Coast has been closely following the drama that is the Windsor Street Exchange. First it was getting an overhaul, then it wasn’t, then it was again. It’s hard to keep up. At this week’s meeting, regional councillors voted unanimously in favour of continuing some preparation, or early work projects, at the busy intersection this […]
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Every big show happening in Halifax in July 2025
Halifax Jazz Festival July 15-20 The TD Halifax Jazz Festival—formerly known as the Atlantic Jazz Festival—is the oldest jazz festival and largest summer festival in Atlantic Canada. Designated a Hallmark Event by the Halifax Regional Municipality, the festival attracts up to 65,000 visitors, involves 400 volunteers and employs over 350 local musicians. Here is a […]
