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Who attacked the trees? Halifax public gardens visitors baffled two years after crime

Who attacked the trees? Halifax public gardens visitors baffled two years after crime

HALIFAX — Many of the trees in a Victorian-era public garden in the centre of Halifax that were attacked almost two years ago are showing remarkable signs of recovery, while visitors to the urban oasis are still puzzled by the mysterious unsolved cri
Second man faces murder charge in 2022 death that came after N.S. home invasion

Second man faces murder charge in 2022 death that came after N.S. home invasion

DIGBY, N.S. — A second man has been charged with the murder of a 64-year-old who died from injuries he sustained during a violent home invasion two years ago in southwestern Nova Scotia.
'Otherworldly' Portuguese man o' war becoming more common on Nova Scotia's inshore

'Otherworldly' Portuguese man o' war becoming more common on Nova Scotia's inshore

HALIFAX — With a little help from the warming Gulf Stream, Nova Scotia beachgoers are encountering a strange creature with a balloon-like body whose sting packs a higher punch than that of jellyfish.
High heat and humidity forecast for much of the Atlantic provinces

High heat and humidity forecast for much of the Atlantic provinces

HALIFAX — Heat warnings have been issued in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and most of New Brunswick for today and tomorrow.
Possible shark sighting at Nova Scotia beach prompts lifeguard to alert swimmers

Possible shark sighting at Nova Scotia beach prompts lifeguard to alert swimmers

HALIFAX — A possible shark sighting near a popular Nova Scotia beach prompted a lifeguard to clear the supervised swimming area on Thursday, but the head of the Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service says there's no cause for alarm.
Two missing hikers lost in woods near Antigonish, N.S., located by search teams

Two missing hikers lost in woods near Antigonish, N.S., located by search teams

ANTIGONISH, N.S. — Search teams have found two hikers reported missing in northeastern Nova Scotia. The Mounties say Dan Fraser of James River, N.S.
Doctors caution N.S. policy on medical assistance in dying could drive out some MDs

Doctors caution N.S. policy on medical assistance in dying could drive out some MDs

HALIFAX — Some Nova Scotia doctors say a recently approved regulation requiring them to make referrals for medical assistance in dying could drive physicians from their practices and harm recruitment.
Cape Breton police investigating gold-for-gas scam that targets unsuspecting drivers

Cape Breton police investigating gold-for-gas scam that targets unsuspecting drivers

SYDNEY, N.S. — Police in Cape Breton are investigating reports of a scam involving a seemingly stranded motorist flagging down drivers and offering gold jewelry in exchange for money to pay for gas or repairs. In Sydney, N.S.
Nova Scotia health-care unions move to conciliation in first step toward job action

Nova Scotia health-care unions move to conciliation in first step toward job action

HALIFAX — Unions representing health-care workers in Nova Scotia have filed for conciliation to reach an essential services agreement with the province, a first step toward a possible strike.
With expansion of phone app, Nova Scotia patients can access a suite of health info

With expansion of phone app, Nova Scotia patients can access a suite of health info

HALIFAX — Information on hospital visits and other medical records is now available for Nova Scotians through the province’s mobile phone application called YourHealthNS.
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