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Woman faces fraud charges after theft from Nova Scotia premier's riding association

Woman faces fraud charges after theft from Nova Scotia premier's riding association

NEW GLASGOW, N.S. — Police in New Glasgow, N.S., say a 44-year-old woman faces fraud charges after funds went missing from the Pictou East Progressive Conservative Association. New Glasgow Regional Police began the investigation on Oct.
Small memorial set up outside Walmart where 19-year-old found dead in bakery oven

Small memorial set up outside Walmart where 19-year-old found dead in bakery oven

HALIFAX — A small memorial of flowers, prayer candles and condolence cards has been set up in a parking lot just outside a Halifax Walmart where a young woman died in a walk-in oven over the weekend.
Nova Scotia premier announces one point cut to HST, to 14 per cent, starting April 1

Nova Scotia premier announces one point cut to HST, to 14 per cent, starting April 1

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s harmonized sales tax will be trimmed by one percentage point starting April 1, Premier Tim Houston announced Wednesday amid increasing speculation about a snap election call in the coming days.
'Alarming': Report says Canadian homes show higher levels, exposure to radon gas

'Alarming': Report says Canadian homes show higher levels, exposure to radon gas

CALGARY — A countrywide study says radioactive radon exposure is on the rise and continues to be a critical public health concern. The study, released Wednesday, is the first update on radon exposure in Canada since 2012.
Police say 19-year-old woman who died at Halifax Walmart was found in walk-in oven

Police say 19-year-old woman who died at Halifax Walmart was found in walk-in oven

HALIFAX — Halifax police say a 19-year-old woman who died in a Walmart bakery on Saturday was found in a large, walk-in oven when first responders arrived at the scene in the city's west end.
Bravery award given posthumously to Nova Scotian who pulled three from sunken vehicle

Bravery award given posthumously to Nova Scotian who pulled three from sunken vehicle

HALIFAX — A man who died trying to save three people trapped by floodwaters was among eight Nova Scotians awarded the province's Medal of Bravery on Tuesday.
Nova Scotia Liberal Fred Tilley quits to join governing Progressive Conservatives

Nova Scotia Liberal Fred Tilley quits to join governing Progressive Conservatives

HALIFAX — As speculation mounts about a pending provincial election in Nova Scotia, a member of the Opposition Liberals crossed the floor Tuesday to join the governing Progressive Conservatives.
Nova Scotia health data at risk due to ineffective cybersecurity: report

Nova Scotia health data at risk due to ineffective cybersecurity: report

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia doesn’t provide effective cybersecurity for its digital health networks, and as a result is exposed to unnecessary risk, says a new report by the province’s auditor general.
N.B. premier-designate Susan Holt knows she has to deliver on promises quickly

N.B. premier-designate Susan Holt knows she has to deliver on promises quickly

FREDERICTON — Susan Holt says it hasn't sunk in yet that she is New Brunswick's premier-designate.
North Atlantic right whale population grew in 2023, but still vulnerable to humans

North Atlantic right whale population grew in 2023, but still vulnerable to humans

HALIFAX — The estimated population of North Atlantic right whales increased in 2023, but marine scientists say human behaviour still poses a significant threat to the critically endangered species.