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In defence of Peeps
And Halifax Alehouse bouncers plead not guilty in assault case
Alyssa Goulart
April 11, 2023
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Good morning!
Yesterday I asked if you thought the spring weather was here to stay. While a big majority of you believe we’re finally done with winter, about 30% of Coast readers are still a little unsure about trusting the warming temperatures. If you’re part of that 30%, maybe this will convince you otherwise: According to a CityNews weather specialist, temperatures could reach summer levels this week and we’re on track to break a record for the warmest Apr. 11 ever recorded in the city!
While it's terrifying to think about the likely cause of these higher than usual temperatures—global warming—it’s got us here at The Coast thinking about upcoming activities like camping. Will you be taking a trip into the wilderness this summer? Scroll on down to let us know.
COAST READERS RESPOND
In defence of Peeps
It was Easter this past weekend so there are a lot of sugary treats you can buy right now to celebrate the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And we love a candy-themed poll here at The Coast so last week, we asked our newsletter readers and our social media followers what they think is the best Easter-themed candy, narrowed down to four options: a chocolate rabbit, Creme Egg, Mini Eggs and Peeps.
Mini Eggs (and for the purpose of this poll this categorization includes Hershey’s Eggies) won by a landslide, taking over half the votes on each platform. The chocolate rabbit and Creme Egg were neck and neck for second place, with the Creme Egg just inching ahead to take silver. Peeps were a resounding “no-thank you” across the board.
Peeps lost bad.
Forget the naysayers. I have very loose anecdotal evidence that Peep love is regional.
Need to know
🌤 Today's weather: Sunny with clouds moving in throughout the morning. A high of 16C and a low of 7C.
🌖 Reminder: Nocturne’s 2023 Call for Submissions closes on April 17! Artists, collectives, creatives, community groups, galleries, and curators are all welcome to apply.*
☀️ The sun is coming out, so shake off winter with some fantastic events at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, many of which are free!*
⚠️ Correction: In yesterday’s newsletter due to an editing error, we gave the incorrect name of the physician who has been suspended from practise due to Ozempic prescribing. The licence of Dr. David Davison has been suspended. The Coast erred in identifying Dr. Gus Grant, who is the Registrar and CEO of the College of Physicians & Surgeons, as the prescriber. You may have also caught our correction email sent out yesterday where Davison’s name was spelled incorrectly, we apologize for both mistakes. It’s safe to say Monday was not our day here at The Coast.
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TOGETHER WITH NOVA SCOTIA COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN
Photo: Polina Shulga
April 15th pop-up markets!
Join us for upcoming pop-up markets:
Etlitoq: Indigenous Artists’ Pop-Up Market and NSCAD Spring Makers’ Market hosted in partnership with NSCAD Treaty Space Gallery, Anna Leonowens Gallery, CIMADE Lab, CEL, and SUNSCAD at NSCAD Port Campus 1107 Marginal Rd. Apr. 15, 11am-5pm.
Etlitoq (1st floor) features Indigenous vendors who create unique, handcrafted pieces through contemporary and traditional practices such as basketry, beadwork, quillwork, ceramics, and more. The NSCAD Spring Makers’ Market (second floor) features work by current NSCAD students practicing their craft in a variety of disciplines such as printmaking, painting, and textiles.
Did you know? Etlitoq (e·dê·li·dohk) is a Mi’kmaw word meaning “she/he/they makes it”. Click here to learn more about vendors and the space’s accessibility.
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In other news
🏢 In his State of the Municipality address last week, Mike Savage confirmed that the city has come to an agreement with the provincial government that will allow them to reach the 1.5 million in funding needed annually to create a permanent drop-in centre for those experiencing homelessness.
🌊 A water main broke in the city yesterday flooding the Armdale Roundabout and causing hazardous driving conditions [VIDEO].
🌳 Negotiations to extend The Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative that was launched in 2019 are ongoing. CBC has the story.
🚨 Retail theft isn’t just a worsening problem in Halifax, but all of Atlantic Canada. Find out why experts believe theft numbers are on the rise here.
🇺🇦 After weeks of uncertainty, The Ukrainian Store, where newcomers from Ukraine are able to find household items that have been donated, has officially opened up its new location on Agricola Street.
🔬 Learn how science is helping the art community decipher between authentic Maud Lewis paintings and frauds.
🚍 The HRM has plans to add protection shields for drivers on Halifax Transit buses. Transit Union president, Shane O’Leary, believes more needs to be done to ensure the safety of transit workers.
🧬 A Dalhousie University research team is using a $5 million grant from the Canadian Cancer Society to study environmental risks for lung cancer in non-smokers.
🫶 Out of the Cold Halifax is looking for donations of “clean, washed, warm and lightweight sleeping bags.”
👜 Want to help choose the new I (heart) North End tote bag? Vote for your favourite design here.
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