Tag: Halifax
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Scotiabank Centre Renovations Uncover a Storied Piece of Rock History
Unexpected Discovery Amid Renovations at Scotiabank Centre Maintenance teams at Halifax’s Scotiabank Centre stumbled upon a piece of local rock history during planned renovations over the Christmas holidays. While removing a bumper panel—part of the tough but well-worn interior of the freight elevator that hauls equipment and goods through the arena—the workers uncovered an unexpected…
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Scotiabank Centre Renovations Unearths ‘Cool Piece of Rock History’
Renovations at Scotiabank Centre Uncover a Surprising Relic Maintenance crews at Halifax’s Scotiabank Centre have stumbled upon a surprising relic amid the ongoing renovations. While removing a bumper, a protective panel from a well-used freight elevator, workers uncovered a fragment of rock history tucked away in the elevator shaft. The discovery has added an unexpected…
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Halifax’s Free New Year’s Eve Bash: What to Expect in the Grand Parade
Welcome to Halifax’s Free New Year’s Eve Celebration Halifax rings in the new year with a beloved, free-to-attend event along the iconic Grand Parade. The evening is a family-friendly and community-driven affair that draws both locals and visitors for a festive countdown, live performances, and a memorable fireworks display. If you’re planning to join the…
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New Year’s Eve in Halifax: Free Grand Parade, Fire Show & Headliners
Overview Halifax rings in the new year with a festive, free celebration along the Grand Parade. The city’s annual New Year’s Eve event runs from 11:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., offering music, a vibrant parade route, and a thrilling fire show. With headlining artists and a welcoming community atmosphere, it’s a premier way to welcome…
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Halifax’s Rail Cut: The Century-Old Project Ruining Your Daily Commute
What is the Halifax rail cut and why does it matter today? Halifax’s daily traffic life is a map of quirks, bottlenecks, and detours that many residents have come to navigate without a second thought. At the heart of this urban maze sits a century-old project known locally as the rail cut—a deliberate division in…
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Halifax’s Rail Cut: The Century-Old Project Reshaping Commutes and City Life
Introduction: A City Redirected by History Halifax residents have long lived with a peculiarity of their city’s layout: a rail cut that carves through central neighborhoods, effectively re-routing traffic and changing the rhythm of daily life. The century-old project, born from a railway expansion and urban planning ambitions, now sits at the heart of a…
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Halifax Rail Cut: The Century-Old Project Ruining Commutes
Introduction: Why Halifax Feels the Ripples of a Century-Old Decision Visitors to Halifax often notice a peculiar pattern in the city’s road network: sudden terminations, awkward bottlenecks, and detours that seem to spring from a decision made long before today’s drivers. The culprit, for many locals, is a rail cut that has shaped traffic flow…
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Kerri Einarson Closes In on Playoff Spot at Canadian Curling Trials
Overview: Einarson Keeps Dominant Run Alive Kelowna-based? No—Gimli, Manitoba-born skip Kerri Einarson and her rink continue their decisive march at the Canadian curling trials in Halifax. With a 9-7 victory over Selena Sturmay on Tuesday morning, Einarson moved to an unblemished 5-0 record. The win extended her team’s strong start and put them on the…
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Kerri Einarson Closes In on Playoff Berth at Canadian Curling Trials
Unbeaten Streak Continues as Einarson Beats Sturmay Kerri Einarson and her Gimli, Manitoba-based team kept their perfect record intact with a 9-7 victory over Selena Sturmay on Tuesday morning at the Canadian curling trials in Halifax. The performance extended Einarson’s run to 5-0, a dominant stretch that has positioned her squad for a potential playoff…
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Jacobs Bounces Back after Opening Loss at Canadian Curling Trials
Jacobs Responds to Opening Setback Brad Jacobs and his team faced an early test at the Canadian Olympic Curling Trials in Halifax after dropping their opening game. The defending Olympic champion, known for his steady execution and late-game resilience, faced a wake-up call that could have rattled a less seasoned squad. Instead, Jacobs regrouped on…