HRM is phasing out funding for school librarians and social workers over a five-year period, with a plan to prioritize fine arts and music education. Coun. Sam Austin voted against the motion, raising concerns about what this could mean for vulnerable students in HRM. globalnews.ca/news/1185151...

The Alderney Ferry has been at half-service since January. For ferry users, their opinions are mixed but for Coun. Mancini he’s frustrated in the delay in service. Particularly in that Halifax Transit isn’t using what it has to its full potential. globalnews.ca/video/118502...

The province has gotten four fixed-wing water bombers and a Cessna Bird Dog on contract from Forest Protection Limited, a New Brunswick based organization. The premier says these will help the province tackle wildfires, and hopes to keep the contract for the future. globalnews.ca/news/1184784...

Serial fraudster who said fake daughter died in DUI awaits possible prison time. globalnews.ca/news/1184602...

Mayor Andy Fillmore brought two motions to council asking staff to look at reducing red tape and eliminating fees for restaurants who want sidewalk patios. Both motions passed HRM council unanimously. globalnews.ca/news/1184569...

I’m staking my claim for the Gen Z song of a generation early. Old Town Road

Long-term care workers are back on the picket line after negotiations between the province and CUPE failed on Thursday night. For families, they're concerned about what this means for the care of family members, but they also support those on strike for higher wages. globalnews.ca/news/1184045...

Long-term care workers represented by CUPE and the province are returning to the bargaining table. This comes after Minister Barbara Adams told reporters midday that the province would only return to the table if members voted on the offer the province provided. globalnews.ca/news/1183910...

A new report from the Fraser Institute reveals that migration trends in Atlantic Canada may be reverting back to pre-pandemic trends with more young people leaving the region for work. For one economist, more needs to be done to attract young workers to the area. globalnews.ca/video/118377...

My latest story from yesterday. Opposition parties and advocacy groups are asking for more to be done to improve workers rights and wages in the province, with many saying as things currently stand the province isn't competitive and is putting workers at risk. globalnews.ca/news/1183144...

Pretty excited to have been nominated for an RTDNA award for my story on wildfire air patrols in the province! Big shout out to all my colleagues as well who have been nominated today for the Atlantic Journalism Awards and for the RTDNAs.

Businesses along Argyle Street are raising concerns about construction along the road. Particularly when it comes to how HRM communicated the work and fears it’ll hurt as much as when a similar project was done in 2017. globalnews.ca/news/1182957...

As we approach the one year anniversary of Lilly and Jack Sullivan’s disappearance from their home in Lansdowne Station, RCMP are saying they currently have no new leads. But they are asking the public to provide ‘fact-based’ tips to help the investigation. globalnews.ca/news/1182390...

The Nova Scotia government is making it easier for Nova Scotians to participate in medical research trials. globalnews.ca/news/1182059...

Three adults were killed in a fatal house fire over the weekend in Lower Sackville. The fire Marshall is investigating the cause, but for the community it’s a tragedy. globalnews.ca/news/1181898...

So today marks the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. I don't really like to talk about my education since people tend to get a bit weird when I mention I did a masters degree in Soviet History. But it's wild looking back and seeing that during Covid this disaster was my focus

More people are coming forward will allegations of fraud related to Race Auto Group in Lower Sackville. Lisa Marr is out $60k after she traded in two vehicles to the dealer and bought a third. She's one of many, with RCMP saying fraud reports have more than doubled. globalnews.ca/news/1181593...

Multiple customers are alleging fraud against a used car dealership in Sackville after some say they were left on the hook for loan payments after trading in their vehicle. RCMP are now involved, saying they’ve received 20 reports of fraud. globalnews.ca/news/1181433...

A majority of Nova Scotians want more wilderness protections, according to a Narrative Research poll commissioned by the Ecology Action Raymond Plourde wants to see the province conserve 20% of wilderness by 2030. Currently 14.55% is protected. globalnews.ca/video/118129...

Legal representatives for HRM and the province met for the first time today for the judicial review proceedings regarding Dartmouth Cove bylaws. While a hearing date is yet to be set, ARCP lawyers have applied to join proceedings. globalnews.ca/video/118112...

Residents in Hammonds Plains, especially along the Hammonds Plains road are raising concerns about egress and traffic congestion, especially since the area has continued to grow since the 2023 Tantallon Wildfire. globalnews.ca/news/1180892...

For the rural communities included in the inter-municipal transit plan by the NS government, they’re looking forward to what the project could mean for their regions. Truro mayor Cathy Hinton said, if implemented, would be game changing for the town. globalnews.ca/news/1180575...

Halifax regional council has endorsed the Downtown Halifax Business Commissions Vision 2030 plan with conditions. While many councillors say much of the plan had some good ideas, HRM is constrained financially and logistically in implementing them. globalnews.ca/video/118014...

Limpy the bear that has called the woods behind White Hills subdivision in Hammonds Plains evades capture, avoiding a live-trap set by DNR. The elderly black bear has become a beloved figure in the community but DNR will continue to monitor. globalnews.ca/news/1180082...

This story is crazy and made me feel like a conspiracy theorist while researching. www.thecoast.ca/news-opinion...

Coun. Tony Mancini is bringing a motion to council to ask staff to look into the possibility of a housing partnership to help modernize and support aging fire stations in HRM. He says given the finances of the municipality, a creative solution is needed. globalnews.ca/news/1179931...

Three adjoining buildings in New Glasgow’s downtown burned down yesterday during a late afternoon blaze. For the town this is a devastating blow and for those directly impacted, they’re trying their best to persevere. globalnews.ca/news/1177132...

An over 20 year old black bear named Limpy in Hammonds Plains has become an icon for the comnunity of White Hills. But given his age and how close he’s been getting to people’s homes, DNR is hoping to live trap him and move him to the wildlife park. globalnews.ca/news/1176795...

My latest story on the cuts to the Marine Debris clean Up program in the NS budget. Angela Riley with Scotian Shores says while they only accessed two thousand dollars of the grant a year... the cut to the entire grant sends a message about NS government priorities. globalnews.ca/news/1176622...

After months of debate and deliberation, HRM council voted in favour of passing the 2026-27 budget, which includes a 9.5% property tax increase. Mayor Andy Fillmore said during the meeting he couldn't support the budget, but many councillors stood behind it. globalnews.ca/news/1175355...

Two Halifax councillors are pushing for a province-wide dangerous dog registry. Currently, dangerous dog designations are based on the municipality. globalnews.ca/news/1175171...

Latest by me, Rebecca Lau and Skye Bryden-Blom globalnews.ca/news/1174925...

Hundreds fill Granville Street outside Province House advocating against the budget cuts that passed earlier this week. They say despite the budget passing, they’re not going to back down. globalnews.ca/video/117494...

Fairly large turn out for the All Hands on Deck rally outside Province House

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced in Halifax today $3 billion in defence funding for the Maritimes. With that includes $2 billion for Nova Scotia, an investment he says will support the local economy as well as help reach defence goals. globalnews.ca/video/117478...

The office for today

Nova Scotia Powers rate increase application was approved by the NSUARB but with adjustments. The final rate increase will be determined in the coming weeks. globalnews.ca/video/117462...

HRM is facing a 7.5% property tax increase, and while the budget won’t be voted on until March 31st, it has people in the real estate business and some residents concerned. globalnews.ca/video/117444...

ARCP also know as One Dartmouth Cove have installed no trespassing signs at Dartmouth Cove. They claim HRM violated the easement agreement, but for Coun. Sam Austin and Jill Brogan this is just another step in the company looking to block the trail. globalnews.ca/video/117399...

Both of my assignments today and yesterday have gotten me outside and enjoying nature, and I couldn't be more pleased that the weather has been nice

The province is going ahead with a connector road from Hammonds Plains to Highway 101 which will go through the Sandy Lake Wilderness area. It’s raising concerns about sustainability and whether the project will actually improve congestion. globalnews.ca/video/117385...

Atlantic Road Construction and Paving puts ‘No Trespassing’ signs along Dartmouth Cove Story by me www.halifaxexaminer.ca/economy/busi...

Roberta Whiting says after being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, she lacked motivation and relied on her wheelchair. Now, after participating in the 12-week ACCESS program offered through Dalhousie and the QEII, she can walk and has returned to baking. globalnews.ca/news/1173480...

University students at NSCAD were on the picket line on Monday morning joining instructors with CUPE 3912 that are also striking. The students are asking for affordable tuition, divestment and the reversal of provincial budget cuts. Students will strike all week. globalnews.ca/video/117336...

Students are picketing at NSCAD as today marks day 2 of the Nova Scotia Student Strike. I'll have a story on the situation for the 6 o'clock news.

NSCAD teaching assistants and contract instructors have entered their second week striking with the goal of acquiring fair wages and job security. Currently, they're the lowest paid compared to other Halifax universities and are looking for parity. globalnews.ca/video/117302...

The Turret Arts Society is running a campaign to raise money and convince HRM council to reverse the buy back of 1588 Barrington Street. In a declassified report from November, staff flagged concerns with the business model and the building sitting empty for 12 years. globalnews.ca/video/117282...

I always find the time of year when journalism awards applications are the worst time of year for my imposter syndrome as an early-career journalist And despite telling myself awards don't really matter, it's hard to shake sometimes

With the cuts to heritage and the closure of 12 local museums across the province, it has people in the industry sounding the alarm, especially since many of these cuts are disproportionately impacting rural parts of the province. globalnews.ca/news/1172614...

Halifax Council debated the future of the Halifax Forum during budget committee after Fillmore brought forward a motion to defer funding for the over $120 million project. globalnews.ca/video/117245...