Stories by Ben Roth

Ben Roth is a reporter based in Halifax with interests in local breaking news, world news, and investigative features. He has a keen love for adventure and is always looking for the next story.

Email Ben at: <bn888777@dal.ca>

People line up outside a post office in Lakeside on Dec. 11, 2020.

timeline2020: COVID-19 in Nova Scotia

Lockdowns, closures and death as a global pandemic takes hold

By Ben Roth , Anastasia Payne and Hollie Uffindell

Dec 15, 2020

Even with vaccinations beginning Dec. 15 public health measures will remain in place for months to come.

Nova Scotia to vaccinate first front-line workers against COVID-19 next week

Most people may have to wait until summer or fall 2021

By Ben Roth

Dec 8, 2020

Terrance is one of the 25 cats that have already been adopted from the 80 that were rescued.

Nova Scotia SPCA working to help hoarded cats find new homes

Many adopted already, others are receiving necessary medical care

By Ben Roth

Dec 2, 2020

Despite the rules being played out clearly, some travellers are finding that follow through when it comes to compliance calls don't happen as promised and consequences for missing them are minimal.

Travellers find Nova Scotia's COVID compliance checks aren't as advertised

Some travellers go unchecked for 14-day isolation periods, no consequences for no response

By Ben Roth

Nov 30, 2020

The movement towards defunding the police has picked up momentum across Canada and the United States following protests against police violence over the summer.

Community input to guide conversation on defunding the police

Public hearings for Halifax may begin as early as January

By Ben Roth

Nov 17, 2020

Lisa Adams won a landmark victory in N.S. Supreme Court after spending 16 days in an extreme form of segregation while in prison.

‘I’m in hell’: Nova Institution inmate challenges dry cell treatment

16-day ordeal raises the issue of charter rights for prisoners

By Ben Roth

Nov 10, 2020

Health experts say getting the flu shot this year is more important than ever before.

Halifax-area pharmacies prepare for busy flu season in midst of pandemic

Pharmacy manager encourages people to call ahead

By Ben Roth

Oct 28, 2020