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Tim Houston and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad budget
And Matt Andersen sells out three Halifax concerts this May, adds fourth show
Alyssa Goulart
March 28, 2023
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Good morning!
Recently I’ve been looking at expanding my go-to restaurant choices. I know Halifax’s food scene has so much to offer and with Burger Bash going on it’s made me realize just how little I’ve explored it. I’d love to get some recommendations from Coast readers and maybe even share the suggestions I receive with all of you. Hit reply or email me at [email protected] with your recs.
Enjoy your Tuesday!
- Alyssa Goulart, Newsletter Editor
BUDGET SEASON
Tim Houston and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad budget
Politicians don’t like to say what they mean anymore. It’s an annoying habit they’ve picked up over the years, but it’s one that helps them avoid accountability. Which, in turn, increases the odds they can screw up in office and still get re-elected.
Being able to deflect questions is an important skill where avoiding accountability is concerned. One of a politician’s favourite ways of answering a question without actually giving an answer is to use a folksy turn of phrase that sounds like it means something. In Atlantic Canada, due to the proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the whole maritime culture thing, ship and boat metaphors are common.
Premier Tim Houston used one Thursday, in the press scrum after his government introduced the province’s 2023-24 budget. “Nova Scotians are reasonable people. They know that this ship was going the wrong way. It's a big ship, we're slowing it down, we're turning around,” he said of how this budget addresses Nova Scotia’s financial picture.
Need to know
☀️ Today's weather: Partly cloudy with a high of 6C and a low of -5C.
🏥 Nova Scotia Health is holding a primary care clinic in Halifax this Thursday, Mar. 30 from 10am to 6pm.
🐄 Eastern Front Theatre brings Jivesh Parasram’s hit one-man show Take D Milk, Nah? to Alderney Landing for a hometown crowd, Mar. 29 at 7:30pm.*
🛒 According to CTV a one-time “grocery rebate” is set to be announced today as part of the 2023 federal budget.
🩺 The Province is expanding access to dialysis by adding treatment centres at Pictou’s Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital and Queens General Hospital in Liverpool.
*Sponsored Post
TOGETHER WITH SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA
Spectacular Sibelius
Symphony Nova Scotia proudly presents an explosive season grand finale concert, Thursday, Apr. 20 at 7:30pm in Halifax, Rebecca Cohn Auditorium. Experience the soaring music of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius—including Canadian rising star violinist Kerson Leong's performance of Sibelius' sensational, show-stopping Violin Concerto!
Get tickets here or watch online! This concert is part of our Digital Series and will be live-streamed.
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In other news
🎭 Nova Scotia has announced new $15.5 million investments for various arts & cultural community organizations across the province.
🦞 Nova Scotia’s moratorium on seafood processing and licenses is being lifted.
🍾 The cost of booze is up! The NSLC has raised its prices by 3%.
💻 According to a new report from the HRM’s auditor general, Nova Scotia Water’s cybersecurity is not up to par.
🧠 The East Coast Music Association and the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia are working together to provide musicians with better access to mental health resources.
🚔 A woman was assaulted in Halifax this past weekend after a man was let into her apartment by pretending to be a building employee.
⛳️ Halifax area golf course, The Links at Brunello, was forced to pay over $1600 to a couple whose home suffered damage after the golf course was opened in their backyard.
🚨 The woman involved in the emergency alert issued in Nova Scotia on Sunday for reports of an armed individual has turned herself in.
🗣 Dalhousie Legal Aid is hosting an Eviction Prevention panel on Mar. 28 at the George Dixon Centre.
🧳 Are you planning on taking a vacation this year? You might be surprised at what other Canadians’ travel plans are for 2023 according to the results of a new survey.
⚰️The National Funeral Association is reviewing regulations after two cases of wrongful cremation in Nova Scotia.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SONIC CONCERTS
Get tickets for these upcoming concerts!
Dave Sampson – No foolin’ this April 1! Spend a Saturday night with the Cape Breton singer-songwriter, his band, and Daniel James McFadyen!
TUNS – the indie-rock supergroup featuring Chris Murphy (Sloan), Mike O’Neill (The Inbreds), and Matt Murphy (The Super Friendz) make a rare appearance in Halifax this spring.
Things to do
Looking for something to do this week? Check out these Coast picks:
🗓 Festival of Colours: Celebrate Holi with singing, dancing and other colourful activities at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth next month. Limited tickets are available | Apr. 8 | 12pm-5pm | $17.31.
🗓 Where Dance & Music Meet: Mocean Dance and 1313 Music Association are collaborating on a showcase called Where Dance & Music Meet that’s opening this weekend. The event will also be live-streamed if you can’t attend in person | Mar. 31 & Apr. 1 | 8pm | $19.70.
🗓 Celebrating Jay Smith: Sonic Concerts is hosting a benefit concert at The Lighthouse Arts Centre celebrating the life of musician Jay Smith. Proceeds will be donated to the Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA of Cape Breton | Mar. 31 | 8pm | $54.70.
🗓 Tails & Tales: Crafty Beasts Brewing Co. is hosting a dog pop-up market at Garrison Brewing’s Seaport location. Come on down and support some amazing local vendors | Apr. 2 | 12pm-4pm | Free.
Find more Halifax events in The Coast listings
Where to eat & drink
🌊 Salt + Ash Beach House: Looking for a new place to dine at on the waterfront? Grab a bite to eat at Freehand Hospitality’s newest offering, Salt + Ash Beach House. Check out what to expect from the restaurant by watching or reading The Coast’s first look.
🥮 Sugar Marmalade: In the mood for something sweet? Try some Asian-inspired desserts from Brenton Streets’ newest addition, Sugar Marmalade.
🍔 Burger Bash: The bash is on until Apr. 1 and over 160 restaurants are participating. Check out the list of establishments involved and find your perfect burger while also supporting Feed Nova Scotia.
Have a restaurant recommendation you want to share? Reply back and let us know!
Local specials
🌷 Get in that spring mood and brighten up your space with 2 for $15 tulips from Pete’s Frootique and Fine Foods in Bedford. The deal is on until closing on Wednesday.
🍻 Lake City Cider has a new happy hour! Every Monday to Wednesday enjoy $5 pints between 4pm and 6pm.
🌮 It’s taco Tuesday and Trendz Gastro Pub in Dartmouth is offering chicken, fish and short rib tacos for only $4 each.
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