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Eclair the dog needs a new home in the Dartmouth area

June 9, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Meet Eclair – a sweet and gentle little lady who is slowly learning that the world can be a safe and loving place. Since arriving in care, her confidence has continued to grow, and she […]

Homegrown Business: Venessa Cavicchi Downing of Cavicchi’s Meats

June 8, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Tucked into Tantallon and woven into the fabric of the Halifax Regional Municipality, Cavicchi’s Meats is the kind of neighbourhood shop that reminds you food is about more than groceries. Built on family tradition and […]

Recipe for Hot Cuban Sandwich from Armstrong Cheese

June 7, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Loaded with layers of roast pork, ham, pickles, and melted Swiss cheese, this Hot Cuban Sandwich from Armstrong Cheese is a smoky, crispy twist on the deli classic. Pressed on the grill until golden and […]

Tippy the cat needs a new home in the Dartmouth area

June 6, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Tippy is a gorgeous grey fluffy boy with a luxurious coat and a calm, wise presence. With his soft, cloud-like fur and bright, observant eyes, Tippy has the look of a cat who knows exactly […]

Five Minutes With: Rock Musician Elyse Aeryn

June 5, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Elyse Aeryn makes music for the wild hearts—those who crave connection, catharsis, and a little rebellion. Serving soulful roots-rock with a gritty edge, her songs feel like the windows rolled down on a late-night drive—equal […]

The Halifax Explosion: The Day a City Was Shattered

June 4, 2026 admin

On the morning of December 6, 1917, Halifax awoke to what seemed like an ordinary winter day. The city was a vital wartime port, bustling with military activity as the First World War raged across […]

“A Day in the Life” with: Visual Artist Rachel Reeve

June 3, 2026 Lauren Kannwischer

Rachel Reeve is an interdisciplinary artist based in Nova Scotia whose work explores the emotional and symbolic language of the natural world. Her practice is rooted in a lifelong connection to rural and coastal environments, […]

Charitable Choices: Jocelyn Hamilton of Hospice Halifax

June 2, 2026 Lauren Kannwischer

For many Nova Scotians, Hospice Halifax represents something deeply important: compassionate care, dignity, and support during life’s most difficult moments. Under the leadership of Hospice Halifax Executive Director Jocelyn Hamilton, the non-profit continues to provide […]

Ollie the dog needs a new home in the Dartmouth area

June 2, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Meet Ollie – your future adventure buddy! Ollie is a striking Terrier mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. This young, energetic guy is always up for action-whether it’s hiking trails, playing […]

Homegrown Business: Margo Khoury of Better in Boxes

June 1, 2026 Emilea Semancik

There’s a moment every host knows — the mild panic of “what do I bring?” — and Margo Khoury built an entire atelier around solving it beautifully. As the Founder and Owner of Better in […]