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Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day ceremonies observed across HRM

Dartmouth and Halifax both held commemorative events on Nov. 11

By Lothian Taylor and Ross Andersen

November 13, 2017, 3:14 pm ASTLast Updated: November 13, 2017, 3:14 pm

Soldiers in First World War attire participate in Halifax’s ceremony. Ross Andersen

There were several ceremonies put on around Halifax on Remembrance Day 2017.

Ross Andersen captured some of the sights and sounds at Grand Parade Square in downtown Halifax.

Across the bridge, Lothian Taylor attended Dartmouth’s ceremony, which moved locations this year.

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Sturdy tales for worried people

Sharks. Family. The beach. Hockey. Church. Laughter. Normal, everyday life has them all – and more

By Online Features Workshop

A message about staying home and safe on the front steps of a house in south-end Halifax.

'Being kind to yourself': How to self-isolate at home

COVID-19 has forced us inside. Here's how to care for your mental health.

By Carleigh MacKenzie

Robin Croft shows automotive workshop participants how to check tire pressure at Coast Tire and Auto Service in Dartmouth on March 8. The workshop was run by Camp Courage.

Women slam door on gender stereotypes

‘If I can change a tire … and boost a vehicle, I can do anything'

By Maryanne McLarty

Luke Cameron looks out his window in Halifax. Nova Scotians are encouraged to practice social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Nova Scotia’s first 3 presumed cases of COVID-19 spark tighter prevention measures

New restrictions affect schools, daycares and nursing homes

By Kaija Jussinoja

Madison Stewart (right) adjusts her snorkel mask at a freediving learning session in Dartmouth on March 4.

No gear, no problem for these freedivers

Halifax Freediving Club introduces newcomers to the sport

By Darcey Neale

Hunter poses in his sweater and bow tie at the Instafamous Dogs of Halifax event at the Argyle Fine Art gallery on March 7.

Instagram dogs put the power of the pack behind Halifax art exhibit

Dog-themed art show at Argyle Fine Art runs until March 21

By Claire Henry

Keigan Davis stands near trash that was illegally dumped on his property in Halifax.

Halifax considering big fines for trash dumpers

New illegal dumping prevention measures could also include more officers on patrol

By Josh Neufeldt and Will McLernon

Yasmin Lash immigrated to Canada from Israel in 2018. Lash will tell her story at The Shoe Project event in Halifax at the Peggy Corkum Music Room on Sunday.

How the shoe fits: Halifax immigrants share their stories

The Shoe Project gives immigrant women a platform this International Women's Day

By Claire Henry