Author Archives: Kevin Northup

A political science professor at Cape Breton University has written a new children's book. Dr. Tom Urbaniak wrote 'You Are Loved' in memory of his late wife Alison Etter. It's addressed to their 2-yea...

The province is forecasting a budget-deficit of over $247 million. That's a nearly $220 million improvement from the initial forecast. In his first update as Finance Minister, John Lohr says their big...

A former Liberal MLA has been appointed to the Senate. Allister Surette of West Pubnico, Yarmouth County was chosen by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Surette served as MLA of Argyle from 1993 to 1998,...

Someone in Nova Scotia is going to become a millionaire Thursday. The Firefighters 50/50 draw is expected to surpass $1 million. Three others have won over a million dollars since 2022, the largest pr...

A political science professor says there's no way out for Justin Trudeau. Dr. Tom Urbaniak is reacting to the turmoil within the Liberal Party, as calls grow for the Prime Minister to step down. He sa...

It's time to sharpen up your skates. The Emera Oval on the Halifax Common is now open for the season. It's the largest outdoor artifical ice service east of Quebec City, equal to three NHL hockey rink...

Two Nova Scotians have been appointed to the Order of Canada. Mabou, Cape Breton's Heather Rankin was named an Officer. Rankin is a Cape Breton icon, known for her solo albums and being part of her aw...

A major hockey tournament is coming to Nova Scotia next year. Truro will host the World U17 Hockey Challenge from October 31st to November 8th, 2025. Two Canadian teams will take part, along with team...

Have you seen a missing taser? Halifax Regional Police say one of their officers lost it Monday night while on a foot pursuit on Yorkshire Avenue in Dartmouth. Officers searched the area minutes later...

The province is in the giving spirit. The government gave Christmas trees to three charities at Province House. Lt.-Gov. Mike Savage presented a tree to the Souls Harbour Rescue Mission, Premier Tim H...