Author Archives: Kevin Northup
Political science prof says federal election campaign will be like no other
A political science professor believes we'll be going to the polls on April 28. This comes as reports swirl that Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to call a snap election this Sunday. Dr, Tom Urbaniak ...
Kevin Northup Mar 20, 2025
Tariffs 'causing concern' in fishing industry; Conservative MP
A Conservative MP says tariffs on seafood are worrisome. West Nova's Chris d'Entremont says potential 25 percent tariffs from China and the U.S. will have some impact on the shore price. He says thing...
Kevin Northup Mar 19, 2025
Inflation grows in February; StatsCan
Inflation went up last month. The rate shot to 2.6 percent year-over-year in February. That's up from the 1.9 percent increase in January. Statistics Canada says the end of the GST holiday put pressur...
Kevin Northup Mar 18, 2025
Pharmacy clinics making a difference in N.S.
Pharmacy clinics are working in Nova Scotia. According to the final report from the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia, 98 percent of patients are highly satisfied with the care they received. CEO Al...
Kevin Northup Mar 17, 2025
Mood talks tariffs at municipal govt. conference in Washington
A Nova Scotian mayor says her trip to Washington, D.C. was positive. Yarmouth Mayor Pam Mood was part of a delegation from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities attending a conference with nearly ...
Kevin Northup Mar 14, 2025
Canadian video of empty liquor store shelves featured on 'Kimmel'
A Canadian was surprised to go viral on the 'Jimmy Kimmel Show.' Keltie Bain of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia posted a TikTok video of empty shelves in a liquor store after American products were removed. Nov...
Kevin Northup Mar 14, 2025
Gas prices fall again in N.S.
Another drop in the price of gas. It went down about two cents a litre at midnight. The price is sitting around $1.55, depending on where you live. Diesel fell by six cents, it's averaging $1.84 a lit...
Kevin Northup Mar 14, 2025
N.S. Premier continues tariff talks in U.S.
Nova Scotia's Premier is continuing talks in the U.S. Tim Houston will host roundtables in New York to discuss the impact of tariffs. He will also speak at the Seafood Expo North America in Boston, wh...
Kevin Northup Mar 12, 2025
'The Killers' to close Halifax Music Fest
Another huge lineup for the Halifax Music Fest. Seven-time Grammy nominated band 'The Killers' will make their Halifax debut on Sunday, June 29 at Garrison Grounds on Citadel Hill. The Las Vegas alter...
Kevin Northup Mar 11, 2025
Emera Oval to close for season Sunday
You'll be able to enjoy the Emera Oval during March Break. The city says it will close for the season on Sunday. But they caution, it could close sooner based on ice conditions and warmer temperatures...
Kevin Northup Mar 11, 2025





