August 2023

News + Opinion

• City

  The Board of Police Commissioners is updating the HRP budget process

  Maintaining the perception of good governance in Halifax.

  By Matt Stickland

  Aug 3, 2023

  
• City

  Halifax AG bids council adieu with bleak IT security report

  But at least the HRM is taking steps to shore up another vulnerability: Climate change.

  By Matt Stickland

  Aug 16, 2023

  
• City

  Shawn Cleary tried to make Halifax’s housing crisis worse

  But his motion was ruled out-of-order.

  By Matt Stickland

  Aug 22, 2023

  
• City

  Everything you need to know about HRM council’s Aug. 22, 2023 meeting

  A monster agenda, including some embarrassing moments for Cleary, Russell and Purdy.

  By Matt Stickland

  Aug 23, 2023

  
• City

  Electronic fare payment for Halifax Transit delayed until fall

  And Halifax Transit is improving, but could be doing better.

  By Matt Stickland

  Aug 24, 2023

  
• City

  Halifax Transit’s electronic fare delays demand accountability

  What’s going on down at the bus depot?

  By Matt Stickland

  Aug 31, 2023

  
• News

  The Wanderer Grounds podcast: João Morelli is back—and he isn’t done scoring yet

  The Halifax Wanderers earned their first road win of the season on July 30 and have a chance to make franchise history this long weekend.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 1, 2023

  
• News

  Three blank sailings in Halifax this week. Are the leftover effects of the floods to blame?

  Container ships, cruise ships, cargo carriers and more vessels bound for Halifax the week of July 31-August 6, 2023.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 1, 2023

  
• News

  Wanderers drop points in cagey 2-1 home loss to league-leading Pacific FC

  The playoff race has begun in earnest for HFX Wanderers FC—and the Halifax side find themselves in a tight battle with 10 games remaining.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 8, 2023

  
• News

  Norovirus cases are hitting 10-year highs on cruise ships this season. What’s to blame?

  Container ships, cruise ships, cargo ships and other vessels bound for Halifax the week of Aug. 7-13, 2023.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 8, 2023

  
• News

  8 things to do in Halifax this weekend (Aug. 11-13, 2023)

  From bike rides to roller derby to live shows, here’s your guide to weekend fun.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 10, 2023

  
• News

  Halifax is one step closer to having a pro women’s soccer team

  The Halifax Wanderers announce plans of joining the still-forming League1 Atlantic—which would include a women’s division.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 10, 2023

  
• News

  The Wanderer Grounds podcast: Doneil Henry is loving life in Halifax

  The 30-year-old defender hasn't allowed a goal in his four games with the Wanderers—and he sees a bright future for Halifax’s young squad.

  By Martin Bauman and Matt Stickland

  Aug 14, 2023

  
• News

  5 cruise ships, 3 car carriers headline this week’s Halifax Harbour arrivals

  Container ships, cruise ships, cargo ships and other vessels bound for Halifax the week of Aug. 14-20, 2023.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 15, 2023

  
• News

  North Preston hooper aims to combat racism with 3-on-3 tournament

  Chris Johnson's third annual Anti-Racism Tournament runs this weekend, Aug. 18-20, 2023.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 16, 2023

  
• News

  Halifax police lay charges in Ryan Michael Sawyer’s homicide

  Alexander Pishori Levy, 37, faces charges of manslaughter and criminal negligence causing death.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 16, 2023

  
• News

  The Wanderer Grounds podcast: Wanderers snag a road point from defending champions Forge FC

  Where will the club finish by season’s end? And will Halifax reach its mandated U-21 minutes quota?

  By Martin Bauman and Matt Stickland

  Aug 22, 2023

  
• News

  What does the Panama Canal’s giant ship backlog bode for Halifax?

  Container ships, cruise ships, cargo ships and other vessels bound for Halifax the week of Aug. 21-27, 2023.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 22, 2023

  
• News

  The Wanderer Grounds podcast: Dan Nimick is making a case for Defensive Player of the Year

  The Halifax Wanderers defender is doing all the little things right—and is a big reason why his club has conceded the fewest goals in the Canadian Premier League.

  By Martin Bauman and Matt Stickland

  Aug 28, 2023

  
• News

  Halifax’s busiest cruise ship week yet of 2023 is here

  Container ships, cruise ships, cargo ships and other vessels bound for Halifax the week of Aug. 28-Sept. 3, 2023.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 29, 2023

  

Arts + Music

• Arts & Culture

  Everything you need to know about Buskerfest 2023

  The annual fest will be taking over the Halifax and Dartmouth waterfronts Aug. 2-7.

  By Alyssa Goulart

  Aug 1, 2023

  
• Arts & Culture

  The reel deal: Halifax author Karen Pinchin’s new book is making a splash

  The Dartmouth-based investigative journalist and author of Kings of Their Own Ocean has earned praise in The New Yorker—and is living proof that deeply reported stories aren’t dead.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 11, 2023

  
• Arts & Culture

  Everything you need to know about the 11th annual Art of Disability Festival

  The festival will be happening on Aug. 19 at Pier 21 in Halifax.

  By Alyssa Goulart

  Aug 16, 2023

  
• ADVERTISER CONTENT Arts & Culture

  A player-focused company that puts Atlantic Canadians first: Atlantic Lottery

  Giving back to Atlantic Canada—including over $400 million last year alone—is in the organization's DNA.

  Content by Atlantic Lottery

  Aug 23, 2023

  
• Arts & Culture

  8 things to do in Halifax this weekend (Aug. 25-27, 2023)

  From pop-up tasting menus to ceilidhs to live comedy, here’s your guide to weekend fun.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 24, 2023

  
• Arts & Culture

  Every big show happening in Halifax (and beyond) in September 2023

  Joel Plaskett, Jann Arden and The Wiggles headline shows in Halifax this coming month.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 25, 2023

  
• Cultural Festivals

  8 things to do in Halifax this Natal Day long weekend (Aug. 4-7, 2023)

  From fireworks to buskers to barbecues, here’s your guide to long-weekend fun.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 3, 2023

  
• Cultural Festivals

  Every show coming to Halifax Fringe Festival in 2023 (so far)

  With more than 40 shows on offer, this year’s Fringe has something for everyone. Allow The Coast to be your guide.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 21, 2023

  
• Cultural Festivals

  Everything you need to know about the 2023 Halifax Fringe Festival

  The festival is back for its 33rd year from Aug. 30 to Sept. 10.

  By Alyssa Goulart

  Aug 23, 2023

  
• Music

  Halifax’s Maggie Andrew is bringing alt-pop to new heights

  The 24-year-old singer-songwriter has earned praise from the likes of Santigold and might well be Nova Scotia’s next breakout act.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 2, 2023

  
• Music

  Rich Aucoin wants you to feature on his next album

  The Halifax indie-electronic act is working on the third installment of his quadruple album—and this weekend, he brings his Synthetic odyssey to The Shore Club.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 17, 2023

  
• Music

  Joel Plaskett catches the campfire spirit with “Hey Moon”

  Fresh off the release of 2022’s Window Inn Sessions, the Halifax rocker looks up into the night sky on his latest single.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 21, 2023

  

Best of Halifax

• intro

  Voting is open for the 2023 Best of Halifax

  Cast your votes in the 29th annual BOH Readers' Choice Awards.

  By Team Coast

  Aug 9, 2023

  

Food + Drink

• Food

  Palm Tree Kitchen brings Island flavour to Quinpool Road

  The Caribbean-inspired sandwich and rum bar delivers big on cocktails and home cooking.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 3, 2023

  
• Food

  Meet the comedian ordering the same poutine at Willy’s in Halifax every day

  Michael Moses is making a career of trying to become a regular at restaurants around the world.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 23, 2023

  
• Food

  Fortune Doughnut is closing—and reopening as Vandal Doughnuts

  The sprinkle-coated switcheroo comes as the owners of Sea Smoke and the former Saké take the helm of both Halifax bakeries.

  By Martin Bauman

  Aug 30, 2023

  
• Food + Drink Festivals

  Everything you need to know about the 2023 Halifax Lebanese Festival

  Celebrate traditional Lebanese culture from Sept. 8 to 10.

  By Alyssa Goulart

  Aug 31, 2023