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Crash victim left fighting for his life after three friends die in horror smash

A young man is critically injured after a car crash in Halifax that killed three of his friends, prompting an investigation by the police.

Mar 21 β€’ 19:17 UTC
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National & Local

He was arrested, fled, and jumped into the river to escape swimming: the video of the unusual aquatic chase

A young man led police on an unusual chase in Daytona Beach, jumping into the Halifax River to evade arrest, prompting officers to pursue him on paddleboards.

Mar 21 β€’ 16:30 UTC
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Three men killed in multi-car crash named – with fourth fighting for his life

Three young men died in a multi-vehicle crash in Halifax, with a fourth currently hospitalized and multiple arrests made.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:36 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Three killed in multi-car crash in Halifax as fourth man fights for his life

Three men were killed in a multi-car crash in Halifax, and a fourth man is critically injured.

Mar 19 β€’ 09:56 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Video shows suspect’s desperate river escape as officers launch paddleboard pursuit

A Florida suspect attempted to flee law enforcement by jumping into the Halifax River, leading to a paddleboard pursuit by officers from the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office and Daytona Beach Shores police.

Mar 18 β€’ 22:31 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax sees return of shared e-bikes, e-scooters after winter pause

Halifax has reintroduced shared e-bikes and e-scooters after their winter hiatus, resuming their availability in designated parking spots around the city.

Mar 17 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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National & Local

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland 'alarming breach of data confidentiality' update

Lloyds Banking Group is under scrutiny from MPs after a breach allowed some customers to view other people's transactions in their banking app.

Mar 17 β€’ 15:16 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ National Post
National & Local

β€˜Her body was not there’: Mother describes finding daughter’s charred remains in Halifax Walmart oven

The mother of a 19-year-old woman found dead in a Walmart oven in Halifax expresses her grief and dissatisfaction with the investigation into her daughter's death.

Mar 15 β€’ 16:19 UTC
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'I found my teen daughter baked to death inside Walmart oven'

A mother tragically discovered her daughter dead inside a Walmart oven, leading to shock in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Mar 14 β€’ 13:51 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax gathers to honour Africville activist known for decades-long protest

Halifax residents gathered to celebrate the life of Eddie Carvery, a long-time Africville activist known for his persistent protest advocating for reparations and recognition of the historical Black community.

Mar 13 β€’ 21:16 UTC
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National & Local

Martin Lewis question to Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland after 'data breach'

Consumer advocate Martin Lewis raises concerns following a technical glitch that allowed Lloyds Bank, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland customers to view other people's account details.

Mar 13 β€’ 13:26 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax and Lloyds LIVE: Martin Lewis speaks as wrong transactions seen on apps

Customers of Halifax, Lloyds, and Bank of Scotland reported seeing incorrect transactions on their banking apps due to a technical glitch, prompting comments from financial expert Martin Lewis.

Mar 12 β€’ 12:09 UTC
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National & Local

Customers of three UK banks report being able to see other people’s accounts on app

Customers of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland experienced a glitch in the banking apps that allowed them to view other people's account information.

Mar 12 β€’ 12:03 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax and Lloyds Banking Live: Martin Lewis Statement as Customers See Wrong Transactions

Customers of Halifax, Lloyds, and the Bank of Scotland reported seeing incorrect transactions in their banking apps, prompting comments from financial expert Martin Lewis.

Mar 12 β€’ 09:11 UTC
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National & Local

Faltering Canadian billionaire puts Halifax mansion up for sale for $14.9 million

Canadian billionaire John Risley has listed his lavish Halifax mansion for sale at $14.9 million amidst financial struggles with over $1 billion in debt.

Mar 10 β€’ 16:21 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax council considers asking province to create dangerous dog registry

Halifax regional council is set to vote on a proposal urging the provincial government of Nova Scotia to establish a dangerous dog registry following a tragic incident where a boy was killed in a dog attack.

Mar 9 β€’ 17:29 UTC
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Sports

VIDEO ⟩ Blumberg's First Goals in the National Lacrosse League

Latvian athlete Ostins MetjΕ« Blumbergs scored his first goals in the National Lacrosse League, helping his team Halifax Thunderbirds win against the Las Vegas Desert Dogs.

Mar 8 β€’ 15:10 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax teens lament the loss of government program offering free bus passes

Halifax high school students express their disappointment over the Nova Scotia government's budget cuts to a program that provided free transit passes, impacting their independence and mobility.

Mar 6 β€’ 21:36 UTC
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Crime & Justice

5 men, including victim, charged with obstruction in Dartmouth shooting

Five men, including the shooting victim, have been charged with obstruction in relation to a shooting incident in Dartmouth, Canada.

Mar 6 β€’ 17:45 UTC
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National & Local

β€˜Geopolitical uncertainties’ amid Iran war could slow fall in mortgage rates, says Halifax

Halifax warns that the ongoing US-Israel war in Iran may hinder the expected decrease in mortgage rates due to its impact on inflation and economic stability.

Mar 6 β€’ 08:19 UTC
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National & Local

Police, fire departments tasked with finding savings as Halifax struggles with budget

Halifax's police and fire departments are under pressure to identify financial efficiencies amid ongoing budget discussions in the city.

Mar 5 β€’ 20:58 UTC
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National & Local

Feds announce 400 new military housing units for Halifax

The Canadian government has announced the construction of 400 new military housing units in Halifax to support Canadian Armed Forces members.

Mar 5 β€’ 20:09 UTC
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National & Local

Man found suffering from gunshot wound in Dartmouth: Halifax police

A 23-year-old man with a gunshot wound was found in Dartmouth, and police do not believe the shooting occurred at that location.

Mar 5 β€’ 19:10 UTC
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National & Local

β€˜He’s petrified’: Halifax Jewish student pulled from school following antisemitic harassment

A Jewish student in Halifax has been forced to switch to online schooling after facing persistent antisemitic harassment from classmates.

Mar 5 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
National & Local

β€˜Really short-sighted’: Nova Scotia budget cuts funding to Halifax student transit pass program

Nova Scotia's budget cuts funding for a critical student transit pass program, potentially impacting 30,000 students in Halifax.

Feb 25 β€’ 20:34 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax Β£2,995 'rule' in place for all UK bank account holders

Halifax bank account holders in the UK should be aware of a cash deposit limit of Β£2,995 when using self-service machines.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:34 UTC
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National & Local

Tensions high as Halifax mayor, councillors battle over how to balance books

Halifax's budget discussions have escalated into tensions among the mayor and city councillors over proposed budget cuts and their implications.

Feb 24 β€’ 22:10 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
Crime & Justice

Children's home manager abused vulnerable boys and girls in 18 year 'regime of fear'

A children's home manager was found to have sexually abused multiple vulnerable children over an 18-year period at a care home in Halifax.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:42 UTC
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National & Local

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland axe key service for 28 million customers

Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland have stopped offering the option to deposit cheques at Post Office branches for their customers, affecting around 28 million users.

Feb 23 β€’ 13:24 UTC
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National & Local

Gang prevention program for Muslim youth in Maritimes receives federal funding

The Canadian government has allocated $1.2 million for a gang prevention program aimed at Muslim youth in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

Feb 20 β€’ 19:47 UTC
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National & Local

Full list of 168 Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches closing in 2026 and 2027

Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland are set to close 168 branches across the UK over the next two years, following an earlier announcement of further closures.

Feb 20 β€’ 14:39 UTC
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National & Local

Signed Crosby, MacKinnon jerseys stolen from Halifax bar by masked thief

A Halifax bar experienced a theft where signed NHL jerseys of local hockey stars Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon were stolen from the wall just before closing.

Feb 19 β€’ 20:08 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax bar closes after sewage backup, but it’s unclear who will pay to fix it

A downtown Halifax bar, Rumours, is temporarily closed due to a sewage backup, causing significant financial losses for the owners.

Feb 17 β€’ 21:14 UTC
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National & Local

Georgian 'masterpiece' hall is 'only one in the world' and 'must-see'

The Piece Hall in Halifax, UK, is celebrated as a unique 18th-century cloth hall and a premier entertainment venue.

Feb 17 β€’ 06:00 UTC
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National & Local

Conviction of sex offender prompts Halifax police to issue appeal to possible victims

Halifax police are urging potential victims to come forward following the conviction of Bruce Douglas Hatfield for sexual assault, amid concerns he may have committed additional offences.

Feb 13 β€’ 21:33 UTC
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National & Local

β€˜Coming home’: New Halifax school set to welcome students after years of delays

A new elementary school in north-end Halifax is ready to open after years of delays, providing a fully accessible learning environment for students.

Feb 13 β€’ 21:23 UTC
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National & Local

Full list of Lloyds, Halifax and NatWest branches closing in 2026

Lloyds Bank is set to close 95 branches across the UK, including several by January 2026, reducing its total to 610 branches as part of its adaptation to changing customer banking preferences.

Feb 13 β€’ 11:42 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax security expert says Nova Scotia schools could benefit from patrol officers

A security expert advocates for the implementation of patrol officers in Nova Scotia schools amidst rising concerns for student safety following a tragic school shooting in British Columbia.

Feb 12 β€’ 20:09 UTC
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National & Local

Flight from Toronto becomes β€˜disabled’ after landing at Halifax airport, passengers forced off

A Porter Airlines flight from Toronto became inoperable after landing at Halifax, leading to passengers being evacuated onto the runway.

Feb 12 β€’ 14:56 UTC
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National & Local

Bike lane debate returns to Halifax council as staff told to look for alternatives

Halifax council debated the future of bike lanes, focusing on alternatives to the proposed All Ages and Abilities network, amidst growing concerns over cyclist safety and infrastructure costs.

Feb 11 β€’ 21:23 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

More Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches to close - check if yours is affected

Lloyds Banking Group has announced the closure of additional branches of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, affecting 95 locations across the UK between May 2026 and March 2027.

Feb 11 β€’ 17:48 UTC
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National & Local

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to close 95 branches – see full list

Lloyds Banking Group has announced the closure of 95 branches across the UK, affecting customers of Lloyds Bank, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, with closures scheduled from May 2026 to March 2027.

Feb 11 β€’ 16:25 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax police investigating death of woman found inside tent

Halifax Regional Police are investigating the death of a woman discovered in a tent downtown, with an autopsy planned to determine the cause of death.

Feb 11 β€’ 15:25 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax-area animal shelter grateful for β€˜skyrocketing’ adoption rates

A Dartmouth animal shelter is experiencing record-high adoption rates, highlighting a growing trend across the province.

Feb 10 β€’ 21:16 UTC
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National & Local

Halifax councillors considering carpool lanes to help ease traffic congestion

Halifax city councillors are exploring the idea of implementing carpool lanes to alleviate traffic congestion, particularly by potentially converting existing bus lanes into high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes.

Feb 10 β€’ 20:44 UTC
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National & Local

Black History Month: Community Y and the role it plays in north-end Halifax

The Community YMCA in north-end Halifax emphasizes education and basketball to empower local youth, particularly during Black History Month.

Feb 10 β€’ 17:03 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Halifax man sentenced in 2022 shooting death outside Gottingen Street nightclub

A Halifax man received a seven-year sentence for manslaughter in the shooting death of 25-year-old Trayvhon Bradshaw outside a nightclub in 2022.

Feb 9 β€’ 21:36 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Failed parking job outside Halifax police HQ nets man impaired driving charges

A man was arrested for impaired driving after a failed parking attempt outside police headquarters in Halifax.

Feb 9 β€’ 20:29 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
Crime & Justice

Man charged with attempted murder in Halifax McDonald’s stabbing

A 19-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder for stabbing another man at a McDonald's in Halifax, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Feb 9 β€’ 20:24 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
National & Local

5 things to know about Halifax’s proposed new transit plan

Halifax Transit is proposing a $70-million overhaul of its service, aiming to improve transit efficiency in response to growing congestion in the city.

Feb 9 β€’ 14:34 UTC

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