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đď¸ Happy May Day Halifax!
Plus, three schools close early after potential threats
Happy International Workersâ Day Halifax!
You only have to look up at the crane-laden skyline for proof of the incredible amount of work being done to meet the needs of Halifaxâs ever-expanding population, especially in the construction sector.
In fact, 2024 is already a record-breaking year for new housing development in N.S.âand itâs only May. Work has started on more housing units (2,158 to be exact) than any other first quarter since the province started tracking this kind of data in 1948.
So, this May Day, letâs raise a glass to all the workers building a bright and sustainable future for Halifax.
Work safe out there!
â Julie
đĄď¸ Traffic & Weather
Today: đŚď¸ 11°
Tomorrow: đ¤ď¸ 13°
Next Day: đ¤ď¸ 10°
đ Driving, biking or busing today? Check out the current traffic conditions and ongoing road closures.
EDUCATION
Three schools dismiss students early Tuesday following potential threats under investigation
Halifax West High. đ¸ Screenshot / Google Maps street view
Students at Halifax West High near Clayton Park as well as Millwood High in Middle Sackville have been dismissed early two days in a row this week in response to written threats of potential explosive devices, which police and RCMP are investigating. As of Tuesday afternoon, the investigations are ongoing.
On Monday, officers were on scene at both schools to investigate separate potential threats that were written in school bathrooms. A third school, l'Ăcole secondaire du Sommet on Larry Uteck Boulevard also reported a similar threat about a potential explosive device at the school.
Both Halifax West and Millwood, as well as a third school, Park West in Clayton Park, dismissed their students early on Tuesday in response to written threats of potential explosive devices reported to police. Tuesday's round of reported potential threats are related to messages written on paper or in bathroom stalls. Police say itâs uncertain whether these incidents are related through one individual or copy-cats.
So far, thereâs no evidence to suggest one person is responsible, police told The Coast on Tuesday.
The police say they canât speculate on the causes driving the frequency of the incidents.
đ¤ Need To Know
đ¨ Police are asking for the publicâs help finding a man they say is armed and dangerous. David John Campbell was last seen around Gaston Road in Dartmouth Tuesday morning.
đ¨ Four teenagers face robbery and weapons charges after they allegedly threatened and robbed another teenager in the cityâs west end. The victim was not injured.
SPONSORED BY MAYWORKS KJIPUKTUK/HALIFAX
Stop & Smell the (Bread &) Roses
Mayworks Kjipuktuk/Halifax is back this spring and the first week of the festival is giving you plenty of time to get cozy, get down, and get back in touch with your fellow workers. Whether youâre grooving at The Next Gen hip hop show at the Seahorse, or joining us for a gallery opening at the Bus Stop Theatre, thereâs something for everyone this year, centred around a theme of legacy and restorative relaxation. May Day brings Bread & Roses, a bilingual live art and poetry reading, why not start there? Full program details available here.
WHATâS HAPPENING
This weekend in Halifax, thereâs a Janeâs Walk for everyone
đ¸ credit: Build Nova Scotia
One of the yearâs biggest, most consistently fascinating volunteer-led events returns this weekendâand just in time for the good weather. On Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and 5, nearly 20 Janeâs Walks will take place all over Halifax and Dartmouth as part of a global place-making initiative. The walks are named for the late urbanist and activist Jane Jacobs, who advocated for everyday citizens and their importance in shaping their communities.
In Halifax, youâll find guided walks and bike rides telling stories of the cityâs tree canopy, the North End Bikeway, Quinpool Roadâs murals, untold lore from Dartmouthâs cemeteries, Halifaxâs waterfront and its changes and the history of segregation in Nova Scotia, among other tours. All are free and volunteer-led.
âItâs very much a grassroots, community-led volunteer festival,â organizer Emma Bartel tells The Coast.
đď¸ In Other News
đ¨ Halifax police are investigating if social media posts identifying the teenagers charged with Ahmed Al Marrach's murder violated the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The act prohibits the publication of the identity of a person under the age of 18 who is accused or found guilty of a crime.
đ A new report finds strengths and areas for improvement in Nova Scotiaâs response to last yearâs wildfires.
âď¸ Assault charges against two Halifax Ale House bouncers were withdrawn just moments before their trials started. The crown attorney said the complainant no longer wanted to be involved.
đ¤ Gordon Lightfootâs original band will reunite to play six shows in Atlantic Canada, including the Halifax Casino on Oct. 2. The show will pay tribute to Lightfootâs songs and share stories about his career.
𧹠An archaeologist is using ground-penetrating radar to search for historic evidence of a massive wall that surrounded Halifax over 250 years ago.
SPONSORED BY NSCAD UNIVERSITY
NSCAD Fashion Show May 4
As the scent of spring fills the air, we invite you to a celebration of emerging NSCAD fashion makers. We proudly announce the return of the NSCAD End-of-Year Student Fashion Runway Show after a five-year hiatus. A long-established tradition, our show is a testament to Halifax's vibrant fashion culture. Buy tickets now.
đ¤ Trivia Tuesday
Nathan MacKinnonâs Colorado Avalanche look poised to advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs this week. Who was the last Haligonian to win the Stanley Cup? |
đď¸ Things To Do
Looking for something to do this week? Check out these Coast picks:
đ Bread & Roses: Can You See Us?: Haitian-QuĂŠbecois poet Laura Doyle PĂŠan and visual artist Tricia Robinson team up for a combined spoken word and live illustration performance at The Bus Stop Theatre, in both English and French. | May 1 | 7-8:30pm | Pay what you can
đ The Harlem Globetrotters: For nearly a century, the Globetrotters have brought fun and joy to generations of families, and fans return year-after-year to pass their excitement on to the next generation. | May 2 | 7pm | starting at $59
đ Hip Hop: The Next Gen: Halifax activist Masuma Khanâalso known as rapper General Khanâemcees a night of hip hop performances at the Seahorse by local up-and-comers Chieffy, J u Ă c e, BASYL, LXVNDR and Yohvn Blvck, deejayed by OKAY TK. | May 4 | 9-11:30pm | $10
Have an event to share? Let us know at [email protected].
đ´ Where To Eat & Drink
đ§Taste test one (or all) of the new flavours at Layers Cupcakes this week: banana Nutella cream puff, triple chocolate cheesecake cookie and/or blueberry streusel.
đˇ Come for the view, stay for the wine. Or vice versa. Either way, itâs Wine Wednesdays at The Decks.
đ In Case You Missed It
đ¨ The Mayworks FestivalâHalifaxâs longest-running workersâ movement festivalâis back for its 16th year. The Coastâs Martin Bauman has you covered with all the Mayworks happenings for the 2024 instalment.
đŁď¸ Halifaxâs Transportation Standing Committee deferred the decision to make a mistake. The Coastâs Matt Stickland breaks down the Road Safety Strategy and explains how the plan ignores evidence while losing sight of the cityâs long-term goal.
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