Author Archives: Kevin Northup
Mooseheads fall to Quebec in Game 6
Heartbreak for Mooseheads fans. They lost Game 6 of the Q-league final 5-4 on Sunday at home to the Quebec Remparts. Zach L'Heureux scored late to put Halifax up 4-3, but the Remparts would strike twi...
May 23, 2023
Province releases surgical wait numbers
The province says they reduced the wait list for surgeries by more than 4,000 people over the last year. They say the number of people removed has been larger than the number added. Better scheduling ...
May 19, 2023
Mooseheads face elimination in Quebec
The Mooseheads need a win tonight to keep the QMJHL final going. They visit the Quebec Remparts for Game 5, trailing the series 3-1. Halifax hopes to bring the series back home Sunday afternoon, while...
May 19, 2023
WestJet strike could impact flights at Halifax Stanfield
If you're flying WestJet or Swoop this long-weekend, you may have to make other plans. A pilot strike could begin Friday, and cause disruptions at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Spokesperson...
May 17, 2023
Firefighters making progress on Hassett fire
Day five of a forest fire in Hassett, Digby County. Firefighters are making progress, and have the 111 hectare fire 90 percent contained. The Department of Natural Resources says 34 staff, seven volun...
May 12, 2023
Mooseheads set for highly anticipated showdown with Remparts
The top two teams in the QMJHL are ready for battle in the finals. The Halifax Mooseheads are flying to Quebec ahead of tomorrow's Game 1 against the Remparts. Mooseheads play-by-play announcer Garret...
May 11, 2023
Hassett fire is 65 percent contained
Fire crews continue to battle a forest fire in Hassett, Digby County. As of last night, the fire was being held at 111 hectares, and was 65 percent contained. The Department of Natural Resources says ...
May 11, 2023
'McHappy Day' raising funds for new Ronald McDonald House in Halifax
A Big Mac will go a long way today. It's McHappy Day at McDonalds restaurants across Canada. Here in Nova Scotia, proceeds will help local families, as well as the new Ronald McDonald House in Halifax...
May 10, 2023
Digby County fire still burning, no longer spreading
A forest fire in Digby County is no longer spreading. The blaze in Hassett grew to 111 hectares yesterday. The Department of Natural Resources says 26 staff, 47 volunteer firefighters and two helicopt...
May 10, 2023
UPDATE: Digby County wildfire grows to 80 hectares
A forest fire in Digby County expanded overnight. It's now 80 hectares in size, according to the Department of Natural Resources. They say they're working to get the blaze in Hassett under control. 10...
May 09, 2023
