Halifax News
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Municipal public service announcements and media releases are shared via Bluesky. Stay up to date on the latest news by following @hfxgov.bsky.social.
Posted: October 5, 2026 - 1:11 pm
EN FRThe Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to learn more about the Municipal Archives this fall.
Posted: October 5, 2026 - 12:30 pm
EN FRThe Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of the upcoming construction of a new emergency egress route in the Westwood Hills community. The project will enhance emergency access, strengthen community resilience and support emergency preparedness.
Posted: October 5, 2026 - 11:29 am
EN FR Date: Monday, Oct. 5 to Tuesday, Oct. 13
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Posted: October 5, 2026 - 10:49 am
EN FRThe Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking feedback from residents of Upper Hammonds Plains and Upper Tantallon on potential connector road(s) to improve community access and emergency egress.
Posted: October 5, 2026 - 9:46 am
ENHalifax Regional Police responded to 762 calls for service over the weekend. Some notable incidents are as follows:
Posted: October 2, 2026 - 1:44 pm
EN FR Location: Dingle Road, from Purcells Cove Road to Dingle Park
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 6 to Friday, Oct. 9
Posted: October 2, 2026 - 12:41 pm
EN FR Date: Monday, Oct. 5
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Posted: October 2, 2026 - 11:51 am
EN FRThe Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that applications have opened for Neighbourhood Placemaking. The application period will remain open until Sunday, Nov. 8.
Posted: October 2, 2026 - 10:39 am
EN FRHalifax Regional Fire & Emergency (HRFE) is reminding residents about the importance of using, charging and disposing of lithium-ion batteries safely during Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 4 to 10). This year’s theme is “Charge Into Fire Safety – Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focusing on everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer.
Posted: October 2, 2026 - 10:28 am
EN FR Dates and times: Saturday, Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m.