Cape Breton woman charged after dead dog found in abandoned car

by David Burke

A woman from Little Narrows, N.S., is facing charges of animal neglect after the Nova Scotia SPCA says her dog was found dead inside an abandoned vehicle in a Halifax parkade.

He's laced up for 36 Terry Fox Runs, and at 81 he's ready for more

by Hal Higgins

Alex Hillier, a Canadian Forces veteran from Boularderie, N.S., donned his combat boots for the first Terry Fox Run in 1981.

Hurricane Irma diverts cruise ships to ports in the Maritimes

Ports around the Maritimes have been welcoming thousands of unexpected travellers due to hurricane Irma.

Province pushing for increased use of restorative justice

by Kayla Hounsell

The Nova Scotia government has tasked a committee with determining how to increase usage of an adult restorative justice program.

New child-care study redundant and too late, say critics

by Jean Laroche

Daycare operators blindsided by the province's decision to create a pre-primary program starting this fall are skeptical about being consulted after the fact.

'Lil' Floof the seagull hatched on library roof becomes unofficial mascot

by Natalie Dobbin

Halifax Central Library staff had a competition to name the baby seagull. It could have been called Bagel or Seagull, but Lori and 'Lil' floof won.

Halifax school board's French teacher vacancies almost filled

by Michael Gorman

The Halifax Regional School Board has just about fixed its french teacher shortage.

Why the province wants your trail camera photos of deer and bears

by Richard Woodbury

The province is using a photo contest to help officials better understand populations of deer and bears.

How does your personal income compare to that of other Canadians?

Census figures on income are out. Use our interactive to find out how your numbers compare to that of your fellow Canadians.

Oxford theatre, 'church of film' for 80 years, closes its doors

by Cassie Williams

Former Oxford theatre projectionist says the theatre meant a lot to many people over it's 80-year history. The final show was Wednesday.

N.S. Mountie killed helping motorists had history of going 'the extra mile'

by Bobbi-Jean MacKinnon

The 35-year-old Mountie who was killed Tuesday night when he pulled over to help change a flat tire on the Trans-Canada Highway near Memramcook, N.B., had a history of going above and beyond to help others, said the commanding officer of the Nova Scotia RCMP.

Logistics park next step in container terminal for Sydney

by Wendy Martin

There's no sign yet of a much-anticipated container terminal for Sydney, N.S., but the sod was turned Wednesday on a logistics park that would support such a development.

Children's books tell of bravery, kindness after Halifax Explosion

by Michael Tutton

A fresh generation of children's books is finding the grace in Halifax's worst moment — a massive explosion that levelled much of the city 100 years ago but inspired acts of kindness that still resonate.

Harvard research on Nova Scotia slavery ads aims to broaden understanding of history

by Moira Donovan

'I've never yet had one Canadian student enter [my] class knowing that slavery transpired in Canada,' says researcher.

Frustration in Cape Breton village as backlog delays arrival of Syrian refugees

by Joan Weeks

The village of Baddeck in Cape Breton has been trying to sponsor a Syrian family for two years. They've raised everything they need, but the group says federal delays are putting it all in jeopardy.

Just clicking on 'free' Facebook offers leaves you open to villains and viruses

by Yvonne Colbert

If you're a frequent Facebook user you know all about those "free" ads that pop up on your timeline — postings that offer two free Air Canada tickets, a $100 Ikea gift certificate or free pizzas, to mention just a few.

Some after-school program students without a ride after courtesy bus cuts

by Allison Devereaux

A letter from the principal of École Shannon Park School stated there wasn't space on the bus to accommodate students going to the Marshall's Active Programs at Banook Canoe Club, a 10-minute drive from the school.

Allan J. MacEachen, Canadian politician behind landmark social programs, dead at 96

by Elizabeth McMillan

Allan J. MacEachen, a long-serving Liberal MP and senator from Nova Scotia who was a driving force behind many Canadian social programs, has died at 96.

Souls Harbour to make bid for grant to create shelter at soup kitchen site

by Kayla Hounsell

Souls Harbour Rescue Mission is making its third bid for the $100,000 grand prize awarded by the Aviva Community Fund, with hopes of creating a shelter at the Halifax soup kitchen.

Potlotek First Nation advised its water unfit for drinking or washing

by Joan Weeks

Health Canada has advised the band council of Potlotek First Nation in Cape Breton to issue a water advisory after recent water tests showed high levels of iron and manganese. Meanwhile, the band is trying to get its new water treatment facility up and running.

Used-needle kiosks could be installed in every CBRM community

by Nic Meloney

The Cape Breton Regional Municipality and its police commission are considering installing collection kiosks for used needles in every community in the region, following a presentation Tuesday from health advocates.

Beware of Halifax parking spot rental scam, police warn

The parking spot located in the 5000 block of Kent Street is real, but the person who was offering to rent it is not the owner of the spot.

Instructors quit community college due to lack of paid prep time

by Elizabeth McMillan

Some former instructors at the Nova Scotia Community College says the school is taking advantage of some of its teaching staff by not compensating them for the work they do outside the classroom.

Live in Canada but own property in Irma-hit areas? Here's how to handle insurance

by Carolyn Ray

Insurance bureaus north and south of the border say Canadians who own property in U.S. areas hit by Irma need to get on the phone and learn whether their homes have been damaged.

'Everybody lost everything,' says Nova Scotia woman after Irma ravages Cuba

by Cassie Williams

A Nova Scotia couple are relieved that none of their immediate family were killed after Hurricane Irma ravaged Cuba, but they say parts of the island may never recover.

Law society wants Halifax lawyer Lyle Howe disbarred

by Preston Mulligan

The Nova Scotia Barristers' Society has recommended that Halifax lawyer Lyle Howe be disbarred and wants him to pay at least $450,000 in costs for the longest disciplinary hearing it has ever conducted.

Fisheries group blasts drilling regulations proposal 'nobody knows about'

by Moira Donovan

A Nova Scotia-based fisheries organization is raising concerns about changes the federal government is quietly proposing to the regulations governing oil and gas extraction in Canada's offshore and northern regions.

Preliminary hearing date set for teacher charged with child luring

by Wendy Martin

A Sydney high school teacher has chosen to be tried by a judge and jury on child luring charges involving two girls, ages 16 and 17. A preliminary hearing date has now been set for James David Pentecost.

Cumberland County recycling facility 'total loss' after fire

by Elizabeth McMillan

Firefighters were called to landfill in Little Forks, N.S., shortly before 6 a.m., and found the building unstable and engulfed in heavy smoke.

Armed and dangerous man who escaped police custody believed to be in Nova Scotia

RCMP are searching for Morris James Lanceleve, who they say escaped police custody after a shooting incident in Sackville last Friday and is believed to be armed and dangerous.

Canadian power crews head to Florida post-Irma to help 'get everything put back together'

by Kayla Hounsell

Dozens of Canadian power crews, including from Nova Scotia and Ontario, are heading to Florida to help restore power to millions of people affected by Hurricane Irma.