Covid-19 Delays Opening Of New Cafe, But Halifax Couple Keeps Dream Alive
The Osney Café and Social will open in the city’s north end once restrictions are lifted.
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Old Road BBQ Is Closed But Aaron Emery Keeps On Cooking For Frontline Workers
The goal of Cooking For Canada is to give overworked and overstressed frontline workers a chance to ‘press the pause button’ with a ‘real’ meal.
Huddle@Home: Why Trevor Nichols’ Cat Is His Biggest Moral Support
In this series, our team will share their at-home workspace, and their tips that keep them productive. Today we visit Huddle’s Halifax writer, Trevor Nichols.
Low Wage Workers Like Justin Poulain Prove Their True Value In A Crisis
He says he’s not a hero, but the Halifax delivery driver spends every shift interacting with staff at the restaurants he works for and the people he delivers to, and the threat of COVID-19 is always on his mind.
Here’s Why N.B.’s Carbon Tax Won’t Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The intent under the province’s plan is to offset increases so consumers see no year-to-year jump in prices. The Green Party leader said that’s a “huge mistake” which eliminates longtime influence on things like vehicle purchase decisions.
How Virtual Visits Are Helping Maritime Doctors During COVID-19
Telus Health is rolling out a video consultation feature as a free added service for four months to the 26,000 physicians already using its electronic medical records platform.
Why This Recession Is Different, And How Maritime Governments Can Get Through It
Economists at the Conference Board of Canada believe the impact of COVID-19 will be felt for years, but say that with careful planning the region can get back to some kind of normal before too long.
Nova Scotia Company Creating Pandemic-Fighting Screening Booths
As work in its industry dries up, a Nova Scotia company is shifting gears to lend its expertise to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Construction Workers Who Always Talk Sports Now Preoccupied By COVID-19
Jerad Banyan, a Dartmouth electrician, still wakes up every weekday morning at 5 am, and gets ready for work. He comes home at the end of the day worried not just about himself but his wife Samantha too.
Landlords Under Financial Pressure Are In The ‘Same Boat’ As Tenants
A Halifax property manager that operates eight buildings with a total of 70 commercial tenants says landlords have mortgage payments to make, and can’t simply defer rent payments for tenants.
