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I work in tourism, and today I had multiple passengers from a certain regal cruise ship tell me how friendly of a reception they’ve received from the people of Halifax, and that they’ve never met such kind people before. Way to go, NS! —Proud of my city right now
Drivers of HRM. STOP trying to cheat the RED lights when I’m waiting for the walk signal. When ALL four lights are red I find that if I wait the 2-3 seconds for the walk signal drivers waiting to turn Right become impatient or think I’m letting them go, so when I step of they…
June 10, 2017: Props to the street shooter with the Rolleiflex outside the Halifax Central Library. There was that girl in that stance with sunhat and shades. I watched you walk up, take the shot, and move on. I admire your eye and your technique. Keep it up and don’t forget to show your work.…
My fiancé tells me that she wants a 30k dollar wedding just like the women on TV. Instead, I’m giving her an ultimatum: Either cut the cost down so I can buy a muscle car or she gets the curb. —I ain’t no schmuck
Dear Ask Hole, Why, at a restaurant, is food always garnished with other food? I try to eat the garnishes to avoid contributing to food waste, but soggy, BBQ-drenched lettuce SUCKS at the bottom of a plate of wings. Why is this a thing? —For Real It’s Extremely Sloppy Dear FRIES, It seems to…
East of Grafton 1580 Argyle Street Tue-Fri 12-3pm & 5:30-10pm Sat 11:30am-3pm & 5:30-11pm Sun 11:30am-10pm East of Grafton probably wishes it was anywhere else, thanks to the nonsensical oversaturation of construction that has basically made Argyle Street the shittiest place to spend time on the peninsula. (“Hold my beer.” —The Waterfront.) We have all…
June 17-18 Play On Just when everyone’s amped up from the Stanley Cup playoffs, the world’s largest street hockey tournament lands in Halifax, taking over the the street at the Halifax Common with over 400 teams, 6,000 players of all levels and a whole lot of hustle. Whether you’re pounding the pavement too, or cheering…
Not everybody can afford a summery escape to Spain, but thankfully you can enjoy a tiny taste of sunny Barcelona here in Halifax with a quick trip to Highwayman (1673 Barrington Street). Picking a favourite pintxo is practically impossible, but the ’nduja and shrimp pintxo is truly worth a trip to the restaurant: A spread…
The city’s assault on patio season has had no effect on Little Fish, the casual downstairs portion of The Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill (1740 Argyle Street). Its patio is downright lovely, with enough trees nearby to block out all but one crane, and a pleasant nautical vibe from the blue and white striped awnings…
The people behind a feature film about a Black police officer are crowdfunding the movie’s post-production costs in hopes of having it finished for festival season. The aptly named Black Cop is directed by Cory Bowles, based on the same premise as his short film of the same name. The short version recently screened at…
My doctor put in a request for an MRI in October 2016. I just got the good news…I have an appointment for March 2018, in Kentville because HALIFAX is too busy. I might be dying, please send the bill to my estate. Someone please remind me why we love public healthcare. —Not Amused
I quit your shitty band two years ago. Yet, you continue to text me from ungodly hour of 6am till you crash at night at about 9pm. Bro, I don’t care about the band anymore. I’ve moved on and so should you. I don’t care how your band has cool new T shirts, hats, shower…
Dear Nova Scotia, Today marks our two-year anniversary. Writing this letter has additional significance to me because it is the first time I have written a love letter in my 25 years of existence. And although it isn’t to a person, rather a place, you have changed me in much the same way I envision…
In withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, U.S. President Donald Trump demonstrated monumental ignorance about climate change and the agreement itself. As Vox energy and climate writer David Roberts noted about Trump’s announcement, “It is a remarkable address, in its own way, in that virtually every passage contains something false or misleading.” From absurd claims that…
Halifax is still trying to figure out what to do with Bloomfield, more than a year after the province walked away from redeveloping the former north-end school. A staff report before Regional Council on Tuesday recommended once again selling off the Agricola Street property as surplus. Instead, council voted to defer that discussion until mid-August…
Ben Wedge says more and more people are cycling—and changes need to be made to accommodate the growing number. Wedge’s consulting firm, Bike Feats, started up in fall of last year. It will have installed more than 150 bicycle racks by the end of June. The firm works with landlords and employers to provide “any…
To the soccer mom driving down Vernon on Saturday afternoon, not only did you not stop at that stop sign I had the right away at, the following light you refused to share the lane with me you pulled so close to the curb you were rubbing your tires. Ironic that you had a share…
You only care when something bad happens to you but can care less if it happens to other people. In fact, you’d be more than happy to step on and over other people if the government promises you a little piece of the pie. You call new democrats hypocritical but when liberals do the exact…
Coming back to Halifax for his yearly visit to sprinkle Jager on the city, and also to tour his latest album Gremlins 3, BA Johnston flies in on a snot rocket to Gus’ Pub June 17 with Spew, Outtacontroller and Reaguns Rayguns 9pm, $6, $3 with Weedeater ticket stub, $10 with Moncton ID (lollll). In…
So is DriverHer a service for women to protect or help them feel more safe in this city? OR is it an outlet for people who hate men? Naturally I’d have assumed the former, your consistent misandry in literally every article you publish convinces me of the latter. —Suggested Title: Clickbait “Reporter” is Coast Norm
To whoever vandalized our car Sunday night near the commons: I’m not sure why you would want to break into our car…all that was in there was garbage! I can’t imagine that the small change you might have found was worth causing almost $6,000 in damage! The only really upsetting part about it is knowing…
Ursula Johnson could be the first Atlantic Canadian to bring home one of the country’s most distinguished art awards. The shortlist of nominees for the 2017 Sobey Art Award were announced on Tuesday, out of a list of 25 artists from across Canada. Johnson hails from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The Sobey Art Award is considered…
So at 10:10pm Thursday, June 8 I opened the door of a pizza location located to see if they had any “pizza to go.” Their website indicated they are open until 11pm but when I opened the door to their establishment I was greeted with an “Oh fuck off.” Now I am not a business…
You were out since 5am walking your somewhat frisbee fetching Border Collie. Met you in Shubie. What a great demeanour and smile you have. —Hello again
I am really sick of seeing these white, privileged local “designers” using their privilege of travel to exploit the materials made and created by others in countries like India and Columbia to name a couple, and re-selling them here at a way higher value. As an independent small business, how can you justify the ethics…
In the aftermath of the May 30 election, Nova Scotia NDP leader Gary Burrill claimed that the NDP’s “trajectory of difficulty has been reversed,” the glass is “way more full than empty” and “we have won, because only the NDP has opened up a door to hope.” Yet the NDP received its fewest votes since…
Rose is 43 years old, married, a mother, and has all the obvious fixings for a life that is content and fulfilling. And yet, she is unhappy, she is discontent, she is bitter in the way a lifetime accommodating demands and expectations can make someone bitter – especially, perhaps, a woman. In the moments we…
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I avoid cabs when I’m alone. Usually, I’d rather walk. However, sometimes I’ve had a few drinks and it’s cold or I’m in uncomfortable shoes, so I’ll wave a taxi down from the sidewalk. When I get in the car, my eyes immediately dart around for a licence number. I’m ready to jump out if…
An American author saw a void in books about Canadian female politicians, so she decided to fill it. Madelyn Holmes is currently in Halifax to promote her latest book, Working for the Common Good: Canadian Women Politicians, in which she profiles eight different women from the New Democratic Party. Holmes’ interest was piqued by reading…
10 Halifax Greek Festival Thursday // Friday // Saturday // Sunday One of the things we’re most excited about is chowing down on the fest’s delicious, authentic eats—from savoury souvlaki to sweet halva. 9 Marine protected areas: For whom? Thursday This Oceans Week lecture includes whale songs, live streaming from the first UN Oceans Conference…
If you walk past Common Roots Urban Farm, your eyes might catch colourful stakes popping from the earth. The mosaic of green, orange and purple are essential in organizing the community growing space, located on the corner of Robie Street and Bell Road. The orange stakes that take up about half the farm indicate plots…
“Who’ve you got to testify against me—that’s reliable?” Jimmy Melvin Jr. asked, according to police. “You don’t got no weapon. I know that.” It was 2015 and Melvin was in police booking, again. The infamous Spryfield gangster and convicted felon had been picked up as he pulled into a convenience store on the Bedford Highway,…
Tiffany Naugler and Dan Nightingale would “bend over backwards” for music in Halifax. They are the co-founders of the blog and media company Noisography, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Before smartphones and social media, Naugler and Nightingale were lugging cameras to shows, hoping to capture a candid moment to share with fans online.…
It is 2017 and my family is once again forced to file into uncomfortable airport-style chairs in a dismal courtroom in Montréal. The interior is a muted, ’70s yellow-grey that’s reminiscent of vomit. It’s fitting, seeing as every time I enter the Palais de Justice it induces that semi-panicked feeling you have right before your…
Halifax police are still waiting for an independent analysis of its street check data before deciding what, if any, action to take on the controversial practice. In the meantime, more and more records keep getting added to the pile. A January CBC investigation analyzed over a decade of Halifax Regional Police data and found that…
The Liberals started their re-election campaign promising decisive new actions on environmental policy: Implementing the party’s cap-and-trade proposal, holding another review on forestry and clearcutting, legally protecting our coasts and passing a Biodiversity Act. Now that Stephen McNeil’s government has won a second majority, environmentalists are waiting to see how quickly the Liberals follow up…
In my high school years, there was always that one teacher I could count on, and that was Mr. (Wade) Smith. From keeping me on track to just giving me your ear when I needed to talk—but more importantly needed someone to listen—you were always there. You gave me guidance and support as a young…
I was very saddened to hear the news of my community brother Wade Smith’s passing on Friday, June 2. Wade was many things to many people: family man; friend; mentor; coach; administer/educator; community leader and more. Upon my reflection of Wade’s 50 years, I was filled with inspiration and pride. Pride in the example of…
Q I hate how my boyfriend has sex with me. He is 40 years old. It used to be fine, but a year ago he started adding new moves he obviously got from porn: Smacking my pussy with an open palm, vigourously rubbing my clit, wrapping his hands around my neck. I’m not anti-porn. What…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Gemini (May 21-Jun 20) “When I grow up, I’m not sure what I want to be.” Have you ever heard that thought bouncing around your mind, Gemini? Or how about this one: “Since I can’t decide what I want to be, I’ll just be everything.” If you have been tempted to swear allegiance…
Domestic profuse This article is SO important (“Michelle Coffin is reclaiming her story,” cover story by Maggie Rahr, June 1). I’m so proud of professor Coffin for being so open and honest. I continue to look up to her. #nspoli —Julia Kenney, @juliakenney via Twitter Thank you, Michelle, for your courage to speak out and your…
Simon Thibault’s new cookbook, crowning bestseller lists on Amazon, is not to be mistaken for a simple assemblage of everyday eats. No, Pantry and Palate is instead something much more: Equal parts cultural preservation and recipe collection, the work spans Acadian kitchens from southern Nova Scotia (where Thibault, a past Coast contributor, was born and…
