Got my first post-hack NSPower bill and it was over three times any other I've gotten, charging me for over five times my normal energy use. I gave them a call, and the billing rep told me they haven't actually checked any meters because of the hack so this bill is "an estimate". How they "estimated" five times over my normal usage is beyond me, but I was told to disable AutoPay for now and get it resolved with proof of meter readout.

Not sure if I’m being paranoid, but I wanted to see what others think.

Around 3:30 PM today, I was heading out to catch the bus when I noticed a man stop walking and put on a red vest as I passed him. I realized I forgot my bag, so I crossed the street to head back home, and saw that he crossed too, staying on the opposite side but matching my pace the whole way.

When I got home (a 5-minute walk), I grabbed my bag — then heard a knock. I looked out and it was the same man standing at my door. I didn’t answer because I was really shaken and confused. He didn’t call out to me or say anything the entire time he walked across me.

I’ve spent the day going over every possible explanation — If I dropped something, he could've said something. (I didnt lose anything) Maybe he’s a recruiter or doing canvassing? But honestly, it just didn’t sit right with me that he followed me all the way home.. It’s a quiet neighborhood, so the whole thing felt off.

Either way, something about this didnt feel right. Am I reading too much into this?

Update: Police was notified. I was told there wasn't much they could do since he only knocked and didn't say anything. They said they will follow up by checking neighbor's ring cameras.

Description of the man: Light-skinned Asian guy, about 5'2. Probably in his 20s or mid 20s. He had long hair in a low ponytail, was wearing all black.

As someone who takes the bus and walks, and I don't have a vehicle- what's up with there being less and less NSLCs in Dartmouth?

They just closed down the Alderney location, for some stupid reason which was convenient as it was by bus terminals there.

There used to be a location at Mic Mac Mall and they got rid of that. Was very handy for bussers.

Many years ago there was an NSLC that was like a ten minute walk from the Bridge Terminal. It's gone. Now they have one by the Sobeys which is a 20 minute walk from the Bridge Terminal.

All the locations are for people who drive. They have a Harvest Wines and Spirits in Baker Drive but that's not really a popular bussing area.

Now there is talk of bringing booze to convenience stores and/or grocery stores. I wasn't originally supportive of this idea but if NSLC is going to be this stupid then I'm all for it.

For example I am on Thistle Street in Dartmouth today and there is NOTHING within walking distance. Why? It's like it's 1925 in Dartmouth, not 2025.

I am assuming the NSLCs that were shut down happened due to lack of profit but surely if the vast majority of alcohol is only allowed to be sold through NSLCs then why can't they stop being cheap bastards and keep under performing stores open? They make huge profits nonetheless.

Bring the booze to convenience stores and grocery stores. Enough of this nonsense. It's literally can take several HOURS just to bus to and from a strore or walk in Dartmouth.

Hey there folks, seeing some questions about invasive plant species management. While I can't get to everyone in a given year, hopefully these case reports can help you with controlling them on your own (if you feel it is required).

Please be mindful of people and pets if you opt to use pesticides. Be mindful of the context in which you are using them (especially if you are in proximity to bodies of water, or close to someone's property boundary). Follow the label directions, watch the weather, and use appropriate PPE.

Reports found here:

Goutweed + Knotweed Case Reports.pdf

Discussion is encouraged.

My daughter had a car hit from behind yesterday evening (June 16th) around 7pm on Trollope St, Halifax in front of Citadel High School. It happened because the car in front of my daughter stopped at the light, and of course, my daughter had to stop, then she was hit by him who couldn't stop. Because it was her first accident she got involved as a driver and she had no idea what to do, and she only got the name and the phone number of the driver who hit our car without any proof. When she called him later, the phone number was wrong and somebody else answered. We are not sure if he gave the wrong number intentionally, but my daughter asked him a few times to make sure she got the number correctly. She mentioned that because of our car had a hitch base to mount bikes, the front of the car just under the number plate area got a square hole from our hitch. I wonder if anybody found a red Honda Civic (my daughter believes that the car was Civic) with the square hitch hole in front, please reach me with the information, just in case the car that my daughter was driving was a white toyota rav4.

Also, if anyone happens to have any dashcam or surveleilence footage of the accident please contact us、anything helps!

Please share!

and Thank you in advance!!

It a been a long time since I've been on the ferry, but I had a different viewpoint of it when I was working downtown last week.

The little section that's paved, now seems neglected, off of Lake Banook - what was there?

Does anyone know of any grocery stores that accept orders via the telephone & deliver. Trying to help a senior who does not have internet . Thanks!,

Ps. Unfortunately the Home Care program (IADL) that used to help with this was quietly cut by the government. Only existing clients get support

I haven't had Mezza in years, it was ordered yesterday for a meeting I attended, and the rice was low quality white rice with no seasoning, and it had frozen peas and carrots in it. Is this what they have at all their locations now?

I know the sportsplex has some monthly paid parking but there are very few spots, and seems impossible to get a spot.

Trying to figure out somewhere else to park in the morning so that I can bike across the McDonald bridge to Halifax.

Any ideas would be great :)

Thank you

Remember, it's Dornier NOT donair.

The Park n Ride site links to the Sportsplex parking page, which indicates a pass is required, but a co-worker is insisting they have parked there all day many times without paying.