16 h. ago Canadian tourist from Nova Scotia found dead on Dominican Republic beach

Dorian Christian MacDonald was on vacation alone at a hotel in Puerto Plata on the north coast of the island.

Society

18 h. ago Buyers of coastal properties in Nova Scotia can ask for disclosure on flood risk

The provincial government says the forms will help buyers make informed decisions before purchasing coastal property.

Events

3 d. ago Nova Scotia invests in climate change adaptations for its seafood industry

The Nova Scotia government says it will spend $1.73 million to help 22 seafood companies and related organizations reduce their carbon footprints.

Society

3 d. ago Canadian tourist found dead in Dominican Republic, officials say

Dominican Republic officials say a Canadian tourist was found dead in a northern part of the country last week. The country’s civil defence agency says 33-year-old Dorian Christian MacDonald was found dead in the water on a beach in the Puerto Plata resort town of Maimon Bay last Friday. Agency spokesperson Jenssen Sanchez says first […]

Society

3 d. ago Ryan Reynolds, Heather Rankin among Canada Day Order of Canada appointees

OTTAWA — Actor Ryan Reynolds and musician Heather Rankin will both be invested as officers of the Order of Canada during Canada Day festivities in Ottawa. Vancouver-born Reynolds is known for playing the Marvel character Deadpool and for several business ventures, including co-ownership of the U.K.’s Wrexham Football Club. Mabou, Nova Scotia’s Rankin has won […]

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3 d. ago ‘No need for the punishment’: Parents of Halifax soccer players upset by suspension

Parents are speaking out after a soccer facility in Halifax cancelled their children’s practices for a week with no refund after allegations of 'aggressive behaviour' from players.

Sport

3 d. ago Media Statement: NPF Welcomes Nova Scotia’s Policing Reforms and Continued Partnership with RCMP

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following is a statement from Brian Sauvé, President and C.E.O. of the National Police Federation, regarding the newly released findings of Nova Scotia’s comprehensive policing review. “We welcome yesterday’s announcement by the Province of Nova Scotia (NS) outlining a thoughtful and comprehensive plan to strengthen policing […]

Society

4 d. ago Nova Scotia ministers to meet with environmental racism panel: minister

The minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs says she has read a report about environmental racism in her province, but she won't talk about what it says.

Politics

4 d. ago Nova Scotia ministers silent on environmental racism report, to meet with authors

The minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs says she has read a report about environmental racism in her province, but she won't talk about what it says.

Politics

4 d. ago Nova Scotia Progressive Conservatives outpaced rivals in fundraising last year

Elections Nova Scotia says the Tories raised $1,157,677, the Opposition NDP collected $839,465, and the Liberal party received $633,163.

Other

5 d. ago Nova Scotia pet owner shares story after her dog dies suffocating on a chip bag

A Nova Scotia woman is sharing her story after the death of her beloved pet, in hopes it helps other pet owners. 

Events

5 d. ago Appili Therapeutics Reports Fiscal Year 2025 Financial and Operational Results

LIKMEZ™ (ATI-1501) for Metronidazole Oral Suspension 500mg/5mL re-launched and commercial sales ongoing   Five U.S. government proposals submitted, totalling up to US$125 million HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Appili Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:APLI; OTCPink: APLIF) (the “Company” or “Appili”), a biopharmaceutical company focused on drug development for infectious diseases and medical countermeasures, today […]

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5 d. ago Sports store announces it will close 5 of its Ontario retail locations

Another retailer is set to shut its doors in Canada, as French sports brand Decathlon announced the closure of five of its Ontario stores. The sports store announced on its website that it would be closing its locations in Brampton, Burlington, Markham, Scarborough and Vaughan.The move comes in an attempt to evolve the brand's "retail strategy" in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the company's site said."We are staying agile in our retail strategy, considering our options for quicker, more efficient service that meet our customers where they are with the products they love," they said."This includes our recently launched same-day shipping service, where products leave our warehouse the day customers in select regions place online orders."Decathlon said it would continue to serve affected customers through its website and 15 other locations across the country, including remaining stores in Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia, Quebec and B...

Sport

5 d. ago N.S. says local police forces that don’t meet standards will be replaced by RCMP

The Nova Scotia government says it is considering a larger role for the RCMP as the province restructures and modernizes policing services.

Events

5 d. ago Nova Scotia government signs agreements with universities to get doctors from Lebanon

The Nova Scotia government has signed agreements with two universities in Lebanon to bring family doctors to the province.

Politics

5 d. ago NS Power expands offer of free credit monitoring for customers after cyberattack

Nova Scotia Power is offering five years of credit monitoring to past and current customers in response to the cyberattack. It had initially offered two free years of monitoring.

Economics

5 d. ago Daily dose of info helping men cope with prostate cancer diagnosis in Nova Scotia

The program includes pelvic exercises to improve bladder control, aerobic and strength exercise routines, and instruction on how to maintain intimacy.

Science

6 d. ago Donald Trump’s disdain for wind energy could create windfall for Nova Scotia: experts

HALIFAX — U.S. President Donald Trump’s opposition to renewable energy could create a “golden opportunity” for Nova Scotia’s fledgling offshore wind energy industry, a leading international consulting firm says. Aegir Insights, based in Denmark, recently presented a webinar that examined Premier Tim Houston’s 10-year plan to license enough offshore turbines to produce 40 gigawatts of […]

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6 d. ago Soaring temperatures, dry conditions: Officials warn about fire risk in Nova Scotia

Halifax firefighters are planning ahead after the wildfire that broke out in the Ostrea Lake area on Sunday. 

Events

7 d. ago Nova Scotia RCMP officer faces another sexual assault charge

Nova Scotia's police oversight agency has confirmed that an RCMP officer is again facing a charge of sexual assault.

Events