N.S. RCMP says it was already tackling illegal cannabis before minister’s directive
The Nova Scotia RCMP say they have no plans to change their approach to illegal cannabis dispensaries in the province, despite a new provincial government directive.
Snowy and windy start to the week for the Atlantic provinces
Much of the Atlantic region will see a cold and windy start to the week as an Alberta clipper system heads east.
Veterans Affairs demands repayment of some benefits; process shocks advocates
Veterans are receiving surprise letters demanding repayment of large benefit overpayments — debts advocates say may be caused by Veterans Affairs’ own errors.
Nova Scotia justice minister wants Mi’kmaq chiefs to help crack down on illegal cannabis
The Nova Scotia government is cracking down on illegal cannabis dispensaries, which it says outnumber legal NSLC stores in the province.
Electric utility opens emergency centre as more ugly weather heads for Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Power has issued a statement saying rain and snow overnight will be whipped up by strong winds that will continue to lash the province on Friday.
NS Power dismisses premier’s claim that utility could be breaking regulatory laws
Nova Scotia’s largest utility is responding to a stinging letter from Premier Tim Houston by insisting it hasn’t broken any laws.
Canadian families could pay $1,000 more for groceries in 2026, report warns
Canadians could face grocery bills up to $1,000 higher in 2026 as food prices rise 4-6 per cent, with restaurants and meat seeing the biggest jumps.
Arctic air, coastal flooding, and high winds forecast for parts of Atlantic Canada
Icy cold weather is sweeping into parts of Atlantic Canada starting today, while other regions begin to shake off the effects of yesterday’s nor’easter.
Nova Scotia animal shelter offers kitten cuddles in support of a good cause
Bide Awhile in Dartmouth, N.S., opened its doors on Giving Tuesday to help foster connections and to highlight the impact of the community’s support.
Halifax teen faces sentence in ‘unprecedented’ case involving threats against school
In April, a 16-year-old boy was arrested by Halifax Regional Police over what they called a ‘credible’ threat against Citadel High School.