Close To ‘Full Lockdown’ In Halifax As Covid-19 Cases Surge
The provincial government announced sweeping new restrictions in the Halifax area today as cases in the region surged.
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Nova Scotia Cancels Women’s World Hockey Championship
The IIHF Ice Hockey Women’s World Championship, which was set to take place in Nova Scotia in early May, would have created millions in economic activity but was too risky to stage because of Covid-19 concerns.
Nova Scotia Closes Borders To Non-Essential Travel
As of Thursday morning, people from outside Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland won’t be allowed to enter Nova Scotia unless they are permanent residents, or their trip is essential.
The province also says Nova Scotia residents should not leave the province for non-essential purposes.
Former Dartmouth Post Office Being Sold As Prime Development Opportunity
The heritage building hit the real estate market last week and the firm handling the sale is touting the property as an opportunity for midrise or highrise development.
New Development Would Add More Density Near Halifax Forum
Halifax’s Design Advisory Committee made way for more density near the Halifax Forum this week when it gave conditional approval to a mixed-use tower just off Windsor Street.
Nova Scotia Imposes Stricter Mask Requirements As Covid-19 Variant Cases Spike
The new rules require people to wear masks on outdoor restaurant bars and patios and places like outdoor farmers’ markets and festivals too.
Atlantic Airports Pleased With Air Canada Deal But Want More Support
The federal government agreed this week to give Air Canada $5.9-billion to help the airline through the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Story Behind The $200 Cape Breton Whisky Made From Alexander Keith’s IPA
Nearly decades ago, Lauchie MacLean started an experiment at his Cape Breton distillery that’s yielded a new single-malt whisky.
Atlantic Bubble Will Not Reopen April 19
Unrestricted travel between the four provinces won’t resume until May 3.
Halifax Council Votes For Public Hearing For Major Development In Preston Township
The plans for the site of the former Nova Scotia Home for Coloured Children include commercial enterprises, an 80-unit seniors housing facility, followed by a mix of market-rate and affordable housing.
