Author Archives: Kevin Northup
3 staff injured after 'serious incident' at QEII emergency department in Halifax
Three employees were injured after a 'serious incident' at the QEII's emergency department. Halifax Regional Police were called around 1 p.m. for a weapons complaint. Health Minister Michelle Thompson...
Jan 29, 2025
New Yarmouth MLA excited for first legislative session
Yarmouth's MLA is preparing for his first legislative session. Nick Hilton was elected for the Progressive Conservatives over former Liberal leader Zach Churchill, who held the seat for 14 years. Hilt...
Jan 29, 2025
Nova Scotia gets 'A-' grade in red tape reduction; CFIB
Nova Scotia is cutting more red tape. The Canadian Federation for Independent Business gives our province an 'A minus' grade in their 16th annual report card. That's the second highest score in Canada...
Jan 29, 2025
BoC lowers rate, says tariff threat 'clouding economic outlook'
As the tariff threat looms, the Bank of Canada lowered its interest rate again. The 25 basis point reduction is the sixth straight decrease, and brings it to three percent. Governor Tiff Macklem says ...
Jan 29, 2025 Markgraf / Depositphotos.com
N.S. to put in largest minimum wage increase ever
It's the largest minimum wage increase in Nova Scotia's history. It's going up $1.30 by October to $16.50 an hour. The first raise will take it to $15.70 on April 1. Labour, Skills and Immigration min...
Jan 29, 2025
Snowy Wednesday in the forecast for much of N.S.
It's been a snowy day in much of the province. A special weather statement is in effect for most of eastern Nova Scotia, including Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond counties. Up to 15 centimetres of...
Jan 28, 2025
Workshops to focus on Yarmouth's future
Workshops are going to focus on the future of Yarmouth. Open houses on housing, urban structure and culture, heritage and environment are set for this week. Mayor Pam Mood says it's the latest step in...
Jan 28, 2025
Case of man charged in largest N.S. wildfire back in court
The man charged in the largest wildfire in Nova Scotia's history is returning to court. The lawyer for 23-year-old Dalton Clark Stewart entered a guilty plea in Shelburne Provincial Court in November ...
Jan 28, 2025
No 'traitors' in parliament on foreign interference, report says
Foreign interference did not affect the last two federal elections. The final report of a public inquiry makes 50 recommendations after hearing from over 100 witnesses. Commissioner Marie-Jose Hogue s...
Jan 28, 2025
Clare approves 2 more members for Meteghan RCMP
More resources are coming for RCMP in Clare. Council has agreed to budget for two more officers to join the Meteghan detachment. The request came as police deal with a high volume of calls and increas...
Jan 27, 2025
