Essex mayor pushes education on off-leash dogs
The mayor of Essex is championing a dual approach of public education and bylaw enforcement to address concerns over off-leash dogs in the community. Learn about the proposed strategy.
The mayor of Essex is championing a dual approach of public education and bylaw enforcement to address concerns over off-leash dogs in the community. Learn about the proposed strategy.
A Nova Scotia municipality is reviewing its dog control bylaw following the tragic death of a 13-year-old boy. The move comes as the community seeks to prevent future incidents.
Halifax Regional Council will decide on a motion to implement a flat $300 fee for false fire alarms, aiming to reduce unnecessary emergency responses. Learn the details and potential impact.
An Ontario court has ruled a Mississauga bylaw infringed a homeowner's freedom of expression over his lawn display. Read the full ruling and its implications for municipal regulations.
An Ontario court has ruled a Mississauga bylaw infringed a homeowner's freedom of expression over his lawn display. The decision sets a precedent for municipal regulations and Charter rights.
The Museum of Natural History in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is temporarily closed for a two-week renovation project starting January 11, 2026. Learn about the updates and planned improvements.
As the Halifax Memorial Library's future hangs in the balance, a historian recounts its 50-year legacy as a community cornerstone. Discover the story behind the building.
A fire at Halifax's Scotiabank Centre has been contained. Facility operators confirm all weekend hockey games will proceed without disruption. Details on the incident and response.
Halifax Water has submitted a revised rate application, proposing an 18.1 per cent increase for 2026. The utility cites infrastructure needs. Learn the details and potential impact.
Kitchener City Council has approved changes to Waterloo Region's encampment bylaw following a contentious public meeting. Get the latest details on the decision and community reaction.
A key Halifax ramp will close for nearly two years starting Spring 2026 for the Windsor Street Exchange project. Get details on the timeline and expected impacts on local traffic.
Central Elgin introduces a new bylaw to regulate short-term rentals, addressing tourism growth and housing for temporary trades workers. Learn how this impacts property owners and the community.
Former employees of the shuttered Ubisoft Halifax studio are searching for clarity following its sudden closure. Get the latest details on the situation and what comes next for the local gaming industry.
Waterloo Regional Council saw heated delegations debating proposed changes to the encampment bylaw. Get the latest on the tense public meeting.
A man is facing assault charges following an incident at Scotia Square Mall in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Police responded to the scene on January 7, 2026.
Kitchener regional councillors are asking for public input on a proposed amendment to the city's encampment bylaw. Learn how to share your feedback on this critical local issue.
The Angus L. Macdonald Bridge in Halifax will be closed this weekend for the final phase of a critical bearing replacement project. Plan for detours and delays.
French video game giant Ubisoft is shutting down its Halifax development studio, resulting in the loss of 71 jobs. The company calls it a 'difficult decision' impacting Nova Scotia's tech sector.
Ochapowace First Nation implements a temporary dog control bylaw to protect community safety following a tragic incident. Learn about the new measures and their impact.
Ochapowace First Nation has implemented a temporary emergency dog control bylaw to address community safety. Learn about the new measures and their implications.
Just Cycle, a Halifax spin studio, is organizing a fundraising event. Discover how the local fitness community is coming together to support a worthy cause in the city.
Halifax Regional Municipality has announced the development of a new suburban plan. Learn about the key details and what it means for the city's future growth.
Halifax Water explains the recent increase in watermain breaks is a normal seasonal occurrence due to freezing and thawing cycles. Learn about the response efforts.
A man is in custody after allegedly assaulting security personnel at a Halifax Walmart. Halifax Regional Police responded to the incident on January 5, 2026. Read the latest details.
Saskatoon residents risk fines for improper snow removal. Learn the city's sidewalk bylaw rules, clearing timelines, and how shovelling snow onto roads can lead to penalties.
Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency crews responded to a significant fire in Timberlea, N.S., on Sunday morning. No injuries were immediately reported. Get the latest details.
Halifax Water has reduced a proposed rate increase, but Nova Scotia landlords argue the cost remains too high for renters. Learn about the ongoing affordability struggle.
Souls Harbour Rescue Mission hosted its annual New Year's Eve dinner in Halifax, providing meals and community to hundreds. Discover the impact of this heartwarming tradition.
A four-year-old beagle named Hank is recovering after being attacked by two larger dogs in a Calgary crosswalk. City bylaw services are investigating the Monday afternoon incident.
A Halifax councillor says police should be called if unauthorized work begins on the controversial Dartmouth Cove infill project. Get the latest on this local development dispute.