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On the banks of a Nova Scotia river, Mi'kmaw elver fishers defy Ottawa
Three First Nations have sent letters rejecting participation in the Fisheries Department's new system, saying that their treaty rights prevail over federal regulations, and indicating they'll operate their own quotas and monitoring system.
Winter weather makes an April comeback in Nova Scotia
Spring interrupted by snow, ice pellets and freezing rain across the province.
Former N.S. privacy commissioner wants office to gain resources, more powers
Nova Scotia's recently departed privacy commissioner says she hopes the provincial government will give her successor the power and resources they need to ensure citizens can access public records.
An inmate's 'chilling' memory of a Halifax jail death raises questions on cell checks
"Richard Murray was a nice guy. I looked out for him. It was heartbreaking."
N.S. information commissioner says government bill threatens right to access records
Nova Scotia's freedom of information commissioner is calling on the governing party to withdraw legislation that she says weakens the public's right to access government records and documents.
Mental health care for Black people in rural N.S. lacking year after Desmond report
While the province says some recommendations from the Desmond inquiry have been fulfilled, some say there's still work to be done.
Ottawa delays meetings for unpopular plan to redistribute baby eel quotas
After a barrage of criticism over a plan to transfer baby eel quotas away from longtime licence holders, the federal Fisheries Department is delaying information sessions on the pilot project.
Maud Lewis artwork valued at more than $30K stolen from Halifax home, say police
Three framed Christmas cards by the celebrated Nova Scotia folk artist were reported stolen on Nov. 25, 2024, from a home on Cambridge Street in Halifax.
Woman killed by husband in Mahone Bay described as well-loved, funny
Family members of a 60-year-old Nova Scotia woman killed by her partner say she was an "effortlessly funny" person who could also be lovingly honest and direct.
Advocate says Halifax goals for safety unmet after pedestrian killed
Halifax safety advocates are calling for government action to reduce the number of pedestrians injured or killed by cars, after the death of a senior who was hit while walking on a marked crosswalk earlier this week.