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If you’re addicted to cruising Etsy, checking out cute, creative one-of-a-kind creations made by hand—you’re going to want to step away from your computer this weekend. You can do this. After drawing nearly 15,000 shoppers last year, the Halifax edition of the Etsy Made In Canada market is back, this time taking over the Halifax…
I recently got a 3 pack of my favorite briefs. My balls are always hanging out and/or getting pinched. Did I miss a meeting about underwear? Who is the idiot engineer that decided to change the shape of my fav briefs? —Saggy
[Image-1] To all the people who summit ‘Love the Ways’ to The Coast, you are fabulous! I love the active community who comment on the online posts and enjoy reading the responses every week. It’s somewhat of a shame that there is more activity on the Bitch thread than the Love thread but hey, it’s…
[Image-1] A few days ago I had a grown man pull his car over on the bedford highway, simply to give me a lecture about picking up my dogs poop. Wow thank you, I could not give less of a rats ass about your opinion. Here’s a thought HRM, you want me to pick it…
To the lady who stole my rose at a bar the other night a friend gave that to Me Not You!!!All you had to do was ask and I probaly would have given it to ya but no you had to SteAL it,you heard me complain about it outside but you and your friend just…
T-bone, I love your style, your quiet voice and your way of knowing when to step in and help a clumsy co-worker. Offering me the lip balm in your pocket was too cute. I love working with ya. 🙂 —Seaside FM Lover
You are very hip and popular on the internet but the fact that you were abusive to your partner really showed me who you are deep down. Until then I always thought of you as a good person. No longer do you need to be in my life. Break the social norms that dismiss these…
Your glittering grin was a wonderful sight when we ran to the window to see drumming people on Barrington. I couldn’t help stealing glances at you for the rest of the afternoon. I love this city and its beautiful people! —Terribly Obvious Admirer
Every night I go to the Common hoping to just lay on the grass or perhaps even enjoy a soccer ball or a frisbee or something. Except every single night some softball league takes over the ENTIRE Common. You can’t find a place to relax; you can’t even walk through the Common. I see kids…
Shoutout to the guy chilling on his balcony patio on Windsor Street near the Cunard intersection on Monday night. With your glass of wine and Tragically Hip tunes blaring, it’s clear you have great taste in life. Keep it up. —Cheers
[Image-1] Well, I was going to travel to Truro, my hometown, this weekend for the One Horse Town concert, that the town has won for being, well, an empty town devoid of excitement and decent entertainment. I grew up there and remember when we had a nice little nightlife complete with local bands, several venues…
[Image-1] The Coast sent all 53 candidates running in HRM’s municipal election the same 15-question survey in order to help their residents and our readers know a little more about who’s running for council. Here’s what Warren Wesson from Dartmouth Centre sent back. ——— Why should residents of your district vote for you? I’ve been self…
[Image-1] The Coast sent all 53 candidates running in HRM’s municipal election the same 15-question survey in order to help their residents and our readers know a little more about who’s running for council. Here’s what Adam Bowes from Dartmouth Centre sent back. ——— Why should residents of your district vote for you? I don’t care…
“It was awesome, probably our biggest show ever. Just a super fun night of sweaty dancing and reggae and crowdsurfing and all that stuff we’ve been known for,” Dub Kartel’s Richard McNeil is talking about last weekend’s album release at the Seahorse, and if you missed it and you’re a fan, then I’m sorry. That…
Did you notice how less and less acts are coming to you. When you get snobby you get snubbed. We will be celebrating Zombie festivities from a different location HAHA —Not as braindead as you
Hey you know, those cute little names we call each other at work make me chuckle. You make washing dishes at that dive just a little bit easier. —peanut
Well, maybe not so much of a boy…but still adorable. You’re just fun. From the boxing to the bitching about the greasy cutlery you confound and confuse me and make me laugh all at once. Its wonderful. Enjoy your time off, I know Ill miss you Cha Cha. —Chicky-Wa-Wa
[Image-1] The Coast sent all 53 candidates running in HRM’s municipal election the same 15-question survey in order to help their residents and our readers know a little more about who’s running for council. Here’s what incumbent councillor Waye Mason from Halifax South Downtown sent back. ——— Why should residents of your district vote for…
[Image-1] Salmon have been swimming in Pacific Northwest waters for at least seven million years, as indicated by fossils of large saber-tooth salmon found in the area. During that time, they’ve been a key species in intricate, interconnected coastal ecosystems, bringing nitrogen and other nutrients from the ocean and up streams and rivers to spawning…
This is dedicated to the douche supreme in the silver Honda Element with the Coachella window sticker. Did I take your parking spot bro? Is that what happened? Don’t passive aggressively comment to me as you drive on by. I was the only car in the lot waiting for a spot as far as I…
Maybe if you have a problem with dogs in off leash areas running up to you because you are so uncomfortable with dogs… DON’T GO IN OFF LEASH AREAS!!. There are so few fucking places people can take their dogs in this city, maybe you can stick to the vast majority of the park where…
[Image-1] Taking the bus is a reality for lots of people in this city. But do we have to sit almost on top of each other?! I’ve taken transit in Mexico, the US and France and I’ve never been as close to my fellow passengers as I am on Metro Transit. Even on a subway…
[Image-1] The Coast sent all 53 candidates running in HRM’s municipal election the same 15-question survey in order to help their residents and our readers know a little more about who’s running for council. Here’s what Colin Castle from Waverley—Fall River—Musquodoboit Valley sent back. ——— Why should residents of your district vote for you? Over the…
Walking in the rain has always been a very cinematic and contemplative activity, provided you aren’t getting dumped on by the heavens, I guess. Now in downtown Halifax, while you’re shuffling to and from in the drizzles, you might find a little Instagram-worthy surprise at your galoshes. Argyle Fine Art was approached by Tim Hayman…
[Image-1] While some open districts this election seem to have more lawn signs than eligible voters, HRM’s two mayoral candidates won’t be slapping any advertisements onto residential properties. On Monday incumbent mayor Mike Savage and challenger Lil MacPherson issued joint press releases announcing their decision to forego lawn signs in favour of “other means of…
[Image-1] Councillor Linda Mosher is hoping to spruce up the HRM with a staff report asking for a dedicated fund for tree stump removal and the replanting of downed street trees. There’s currently a backlog of over 700 tree stumps in HRM awaiting removal. Most of those are leftovers from when Hurricane Juan tore through…
[Image-1] A lack of rain and a long, hot summer has resulted in “historic low water levels” in Lake Major, says a mandatory news release from Halifax Water. In order to conserve what water is left, the utility has instituted water use restrictions for all residents and businesses in the affected areas until further notice.…
There are hundreds of substitute teachers in Halifax, young people desperately seeking work in their chosen field. Many of these folks are bumped from the meager sub jobs available in favour of those retired teachers with huge pensions looking to finance their next European tour. How the fuck is this fair? Those rancid old farts…
Forget about that rag, the Chronically Horrid. It was horrible before the strike, unbelievably horrible after it. The Metro aka the Point Form News doesn’t count. We need another Daily News with fearless reporting. All we have now is Frank Magazine (with REAL journalists!) but that only comes out every two weeks. —Joe Howe Would…
Next time you see them, call 311 and press 5. Soon an Animal Control Officer will be there to have a chat. A ticket per dog will help guide these idiots to the right path. I have done it more than once, and it works. The North End has more than it’s share of these…
[Image-1] I hope you are enjoying your 1 month off. Isn’t it nice to have a government job so you can get your doctor’s note and be off for 4 whole weeks without question. You still find lots of time and energy to have drinks with your friends two or three times a week. Yes,…
To the red haired girl who works at a certain “Renaissance” inspired coffee shop downtown – I think your absolutely adorable. I would love to take you out for a drink sometime, maybe something a little stronger than coffee. —Smile sharer – #1 Cameron
[Image-1] Parks and recreation staff are advising HRM Regional Council to buy the Purcells Cove Backlands property being offered by the Shaw Group, but the development firm needs to chill out with all the high-pressure sales tactics. Shaw, in partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), made an unsolicited presentation to council back in…
[Image-1] Halifax Regional Police recently welcomed Dr. Chris Giacomantonio as its new research coordinator. It’s a civilian position in the department that’s responsible for pushing HRP along into a more evidence-based (and hopefully, more efficient) approach to policing. Giacomantonio is from Nova Scotia originally, but received his PhD in criminology from the University of Oxford,…
[Image-1] It’s probably not the worst intersection in the municipality, but it’s got to be the most needlessly confusing. Now the meeting points of Windsor Street, Chebucto Road and Cunard Street will be getting an overhaul, according to HRM’s recent request for proposals for designs to reroute the intersection. Currently anyone driving on Cunard Street…
[Image-1] Who gives a prepaid Visa as a baby shower gift?! I need baby things, but you go and give me a prepaid Visa. Basically, you’re telling me to go out and get my own shit. I’m 9 months pregnant and am extremely uncomfortable – I’m basically housebound until the little dude makes an appearance.…
I’m a 37 year old guy. I have no car, no house, only make about $25K, and share a two bedroom apartment with my 26 year old sister and her boyfriend. On top of that, I’m not that good looking. I’m also a man with a big heart. I love my mother, I love my…
If I dare express an honest opinion these days, it’s met with confrontation and rage that I don’t support every fucking lame-duck cause there is. Like most charities with top heavy administrations where the actual research gets about 5% or less. I’m sick & tired of public opinion, so tired of the self-righteous zeal &…
10.Ten Thousand Villages Gift Sale Saturday, Sept 17, 9am-3pm This sale gathers fair trade gifts from artisans in developing countries across the globe under one roof at Timberlea Baptist Church. Consider it one-stop, ethical shopping for everything from coffee to toys to jewellery. 9. Lowbrow Art Market/Vintage Kitsch Garage Sale Saturday, Sept 17, 10am Looking…
A phoenix is rising. Or that might just be the crust. North Mountain Pie is returning to the Seaport Farmers’ Market (1209 Marginal Road) this Thursday, September 15. The savoury pie maker, originally launched by Getaway Farms, closed after three months of serving up meat pies. That’s when Jared Mosher swooped in. “I’m the owner,…
[Image-1] This summer, members of the Canadian Association of Geographers made a unanimous decision to divest their financial holdings from the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies. In the process, CAG became the first academic organization in Canada to divest from fossil fuels. While joining hundreds of organizations, municipalities, churches and universities that have committed to…
Global ambition It’s Friday night and I am currently lying in my bed avoiding the hooting and hollering of the loud-ass party next door. I am wearing a frilly pink old-lady night gown, three throw blankets keeping my titties warm and yesterday’s eyeliner trying to escape my face. One cat is keeping my toes buried…
“I do what feels right to me, and I follow my instincts,” says Ashley McKenzie, the director, writer and editor of Werewolf, her debut feature. “I had a feeling, writing the script, knowing we should never see the ocean. Growing up in and now living in a town where I can look out a window…
Eljuri w/Solawa, El Jones, Diyet Friday, Sept 23, 7pm The Company House, 2202 Gottingen Street $10 Eljuri Saturday, Sept 24, 11:30am Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library, 5419 Spring Garden Road free Prismatic Finale Concert w/Cris Derksen, El Jones, Reeny Smith, Rebecca Thomas, Maarja Nuut, Diyet, Eljuri Sunday, Sept 25, 7pm Kenneth C. Rowe Hall,…
[Image-1] When demolition started on Young Avenue and plans to pave the way for Hondas hit the north end, Haligonians began campaigning to “save” their streets from development. But last Tuesday, Halifax Regional Council voted ‘no’ on adding a tool that may have aided that fight. By a narrow vote of 8-7 (with two councillors…
In July, Solar Impulse 2 became the first airplane to fly around the world without using fuel. At the same time, the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration has been working on electric planes. These developments mean air travel and transport could become more environmentally friendly, with less pollution and fewer greenhouse gas emissions, and planes would…
With the Atlantic Film Festival launching its eight-day marathon of 200-odd movies Thursday night, you will already have a sense of a few of the hyped offerings. There are the Atlantic gems, Weirdos, Maudie and Werewolf (see accompanying story), the international pictures beloved of European festival-goers Julieta and I, Daniel Blake, and Kristen Stewart continuing…
A long-limbed young man stands in the middle of an almost-unrecognizable, iceless Scotiabank Centre rink crowded with people. He’s wearing a baggy t-shirt and shorts with neon yellow shoes. He stares straight ahead, focused, despite all those who are literally building a tennis court around him: Two men on a scissor lift are wallpapering over…
An ailing father and his actor son sit around a living room discussing life and death while attempting to perform vaudeville routines. This is the premise of Zuppa Theatre Co’s Slowly I Turn: A Parlour Vaudeville in One Act, performed by real-life father and son John and Ben Stone and joined by Jess Lewis, third…
It’s going to be a Perfect World on Sunday. No, Kevin Costner hasn’t escaped from prison. On Sunday, the Ecology Action Centre is hosting its signature annual fundraiser. “As environmentalists, we are idealists,” says Joanna Bull, the EAC’s volunteer and events coordinator. “We’re trying to make the world better; we’re trying to create a more…
Q. I’m a woman who watches porn–we do exist–and I have a mad crush on a male porn star named Small Hands. Unfortunately, his videos focus less on his handsome face and more on some girl’s ass. Do! Not! Want! Is there a way to ask a porn star to please make a few movies…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22) Caution: You may soon be exposed to outbreaks of peace, intelligence, and mutual admiration. Sweet satisfactions might erupt unexpectedly. Rousing connections could become almost routine, and useful revelations may proliferate. Are you prepared to fully accept this surge of grace? Or will you be suspicious of the chance to…
Everyone—and we mean everyone—has experienced Quinpool Road. You’re heading to the Armdale Rotary? The Emera Oval? Downtown Halifax? You’re likely going through Quinpool. You’re a Dal/King’s student and you need, well, anything… you’re going to Quinpool Road. Quinpool Road is a unique area, as it’s entirely focused off one large, arterial road. Housing an eclectic…
Sunday is a big, long day, although at least my first movie’s at 10am for once. Vikram Gandhi’s is subject to a technical issue, slowing and stopping twice in the middle. It’s the kind of thing that can cost you a whole screening—I remember [puts on prospector hat] back in the film days (2009), the…
