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Sometimes it’s nice to know you’re not alone and today I feel so validated. As you know, I’ve had to lay down some ground rules for how we interact with each other because we’re embarking on a revolutionary new era of respect and kindness, even when we don’t see eye-to-eye.

Here are some examples of why I had to set boundaries—and don’t worry, the cat is alive and well.

Even since starting back to work just last week, I have been told to shut the f$%k up several times AND that I’m so stupid that this newsletter is “unreadable”.

Although I might make light of it for self-preservation reasons, online harassment is a real problem that disproportionately affects women. According to a UNESCO study (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), human rights defenders, activists, journalists and lawmakers face increased rates of violence both online and offline—73% of women journalists experienced online violence in the course of their work.

The findings reveal significant mental health consequences: 25% of women journalists surveyed reported being diagnosed with or treated for anxiety and/or depression and 13% reported experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Yarmouth politician Pam Mood is taking a stand by making the decision to block abusive online comments—and she says it’s a decision she wish she made years ago, adding “I have no problem with a difference of opinions, but to actively use abusive words…nobody should put up with that.” Preach queen 👑

Mood—who has served as mayor in Yarmouth for 14 years—said harassment and death threats against Nova Scotia politicians have spiked in recent years and said she’s concerned about the future of politics in Nova Scotia if the threats and harassment go unaddressed.

Death threats? What are we doing here people? This is Nova Scotia politics we’re talking about! I say with the deepest empathy for whatever trauma has caused people to lash out in this way: this is a YOU problem, so get a grip and seek therapy. Here is a list of mental health resources available in Nova Scotia.

We need women in activism, journalism and politics now more than ever. We can’t and wont be driven out by cowards behind keyboards—statistically, you guessed it, men.

Research by the Canadian Women’s Foundation indicates that patterns of online abuse mirror offline gender-based violence, with male perpetrators often using the internet to enforce gender hierarchies, silence women in public spaces and spread anti-feminist rhetoric.

I hope Pam sets the Mood for future behaviour. See what I did there?

Love and light!

– Jules

📷 @editorjulesl

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🚗 Driving, biking or busing today? Check out the current traffic conditions and ongoing road closures.

Music Nova Scotia has released its Nova Scotia Music Week award nominations, and Good Dear Good looks to be on top with a total of four nominations.

The Halifax indie pop-rock band released their newest EP sook last September, which is up for Pop Recording of the Year. They are also nominated for Entertainer of the Year and Music Video of the Year for "Better of Dead" directed by the band's frontman, Tim Hatcher, who is also nominated for the SOCAN Songwriter of the Year award.

The Coast’s Brendyn Creamer goes over all the Music Nova Scotia Award nominations for the annual ceremonies in Truro this November.

⛽ An interrupter clause issued this week forced the price of diesel up across Nova Scotia—the Nova Scotia Energy Board increased prices from 204.0 to 210.2 on Tuesday. It’s a 6.2-cent increase on July 14.

🏡 The price of a home in Halifax fell by half a percentage point this spring compared to last year as the Canadian housing market shook off a sluggish winter—according to a new report from Royal LePage.

🏛️ Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar opens this Friday night at Shakespeare By The Sea! Don't miss this bloody, political drama in Point Pleasant Park. Book seats TODAY!*

🏳️‍🌈 Join the Museum for an evening of film with Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance, a documentary that shaped Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ movement.*

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🚔 The roommate of a man who is the apparent victim of a swatting hoax says being awoken in the middle of the night by a swarm of police officers was a terrifying and surreal experience.

🌿 A former correctional officer will learn next month whether he will be sent to prison for trying to smuggle cannabis concentrate into a Nova Scotia jail—contraband a prosecutor says was worth more than $50K at the highly inflated prices behind bars.

🚁 Four new helicopters will help with N.S. wildfire efforts—the fleet of Airbus H125s will also help in search and rescue efforts, scientific research, and transport people and equipment during emergencies

🪵 Federal researchers want to know where dead seabirds off the coast of Nova Scotia are most likely to wash up, and they’re using a low-tech solution to find out: driftwood.

📚 Five rural Nova Scotia libraries slated for permanent closure next week have been granted a reprieve and will now have enough funding to remain open until Sept. 30.

⚖️ Disgraced Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard was found guilty of sexual assault in a Montreal courtroom after pleading 'no contest' to the charges.

🚨 Gunfire erupted near the dockyard in Halifax, where a man was injured—on July 12, around 1:10 a.m., officers responded to a report that someone had been shot in the 2100 block of Amalamek Way.

Looking for something to do this week? Check out these Coast picks:

🗓 Rox Live Presents: Band’s Night Out – Live on the Crown Royal Stage!: Are you ready to rock? Rox Live is bringing musicians together for a night built for live music, connection, and good vibes. All musicians and all genres are welcome! Whether you sing, play guitar, bass, drums, keys, or just want to jump in and jam, this night is for you. The first half of the night is open mic, giving artists a chance to take the stage and perform. The second half turns into an open jam, where musicians can jump in, play together, and see where the music takes them. | July 15 | 7:30 |

🗓 Better Times Comedy at Good Robot: Don’t miss this award-winning stand-up comedy show at Good Robot Brewing on Robie St. Regular guests include Clare Belford (writer, This Hour Has 22 Minutes), Dan Hendricken (CBC LOL, Halifax Comedy Festival), Travis Lindsay, and Adam Myatt, plus a rotating cast of Halifax and visiting comics. | July 15 | 8:00pm | $15 | 

🗓 Trunk 7 Music Festival: A lively, homegrown music festival celebrating the best of Nova Scotia’s talent, the Trunk 7 Music Festival brings together emerging artists, youth performers, and established acts for a weekend of live entertainment. Known as one of the Eastern Shore’s premier summer events, it offers a diverse lineup of genres in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.  | July 17-18 | $60/day |

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➡️ The CSL Tacoma bulk carrier departs Halifax for Portsmouth at 6am

🚢 The Voldendam cruise vessel arrives in Halifax at 9am.

🚢➡️ The MSC Naisha III general cargo vessel arrives in Halifax from Montreal at 11am and departs for Saint John at 4:30pm.

➡️ The Tirranna vehicle carrier departs Halifax for New York at 4pm

🌅 Authentic Latin flavours meet the Halifax waterfront. Order online to skip the line, then collect your fresh Salt + Sol bites and enjoy!

🥒 It's National Pickle Month! Good Robot (Robie St.) is celebrating with thrice-breaded sour dill kosher deli pickles, deep fried and sprinkled with magic pickle dust.

🍕 Sketti & Ball Co. launches a new pizza lineup, from classic Margherita to Meatball Parm, plus rotating weekly staff creations that keep the menu exciting!

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🛢️ Here are the top things to come your eyes on in Canadian business trends this week. From the Bank of Canada’s interest rate announcement, to a looming strike threat at WestJet, to Carney’s trip to NATO, we have you covered.

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