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January 2012 Archives

NSCAD University is scrambling for a plan

Alvin Comiter, President of the Faculty Union at NSCAD, says making the deadline won't be easy.

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The Fire Marshall is making buildings safer

The CBC's Jean Laroche checks in with the Fire Marshall about inspections of public buildings.

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Port Report: January 31st, 2012

A ship will arrive in Halifax harbour today carrying automobiles.

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Elwin Hemphill in Pictou

The town of Pictou is cracking down on disruptive drivers

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The role of buses in traffic incidents

The CBC's Bob Murphy investigates Metro Transit bus accidents.

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Jesse Hirsh: January 30th, 2012

Google has announced a major change to the way it tracks users.

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Prescription drugs and crime in the Annapolis Valley

We speak with MLA Jim Morton and Kentville Police Chief Mark Mander about the link between crime and prescription drug abuse.

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Say What: January 30th, 2012

We play a clip from a story we've done in the past week, and you have to identify it.

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Hells Angel Jeffrey Lynds is dead.

The CBC's Phonse Jessome tells us about the Hells Angel who died in a Quebec prison over the weekend

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Sara Keddy in Berwick

There are so many properties being bought and sold in Berwick, our community contact feels like she's playing monopoly.

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Brave the weather and get out this weekend!

This is the 7th annualIn the Dead of Winter festival, the thing that keeps you going until spring with some great folk acts from all over North America.

Highlights include:

Friday
Martha Wainwright and Whitehorse at the Spatz Theatre (Citadel High)
Andrew Sisk (formerly known as Share) Treelines CD release at the Company House
Tanya Davis at the Bus Stop Theatre

Saturday
Becky Siamon CD release at the Bus Stop
Jon Mckiel at 2053 Gottingen
Stewart Legere at Eye Level Gallery

Plus so many more! Click the link up there for everything.

Track
Andrew Sisk, "Bridges Burn"
http://andrewsisk.bandcamp.com/track/bridges-burn

Lobster fishermen are clawing their way into a new organization

James Mood explains how he recruited 700 members in 23 days.

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Getting prescription drugs off the streets to deal with crime

A community organization points to the presrciption drug epidemic in the valley as the source of the growing crime wave.

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Gillian Crawford in River John

A new cafe is quickly becoming popular in River John

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A look back at a heroic doctor

History columnist Dianne Marshall tells us about a 19th century doctor who fought disease and disaster to help the less fortunate.

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Ontario farmers urge caution on windmills

The President of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture explains why they are saying no to windmills for the time being.

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Three governments on the South Shore consider amalgamation

Don down of the Municipality of Lunenberg and Caroll Publicover of Bridgewater explain how they plan to work together.

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Frank Hartman in Parrsboro

The band hall in Parrsboro has a new look and a new energy.

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Science Corner: January 25th, 2012

Bob Fournier tells us about the intricate architecture of bowerbirds

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Where would you expect a traditional pendulum clock to run the slowest:?

You would expect a clock to run slowest as far as possible from the earth's centre of gravity. That would be on Mounty Chimborazo in Equador.

Council giveth and council taketh away, and then they giveth back again

CBC reporter Pam Berman brings us an update on the future of the former St. Pat's - Alexandra school.

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Minister John MacDonnell defends the province's heating rebate

The Minister reacts to concerns about the province's Heating Assistance Rebate Program.

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A passion for Black History

Meet the Chair in Black Canadian Studies at Dalhousie University

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Laurent D'Entremont in West Pubnico

A new book about angels is keeping a special memory alive for a family in West Pubnico.

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For more information about the book, e-mail: haroldandsimone@bellaliant.net or call 762-2801.

At the table with the Prime Minister

Chief Gerard Julian is in Ottawa to meet with the Prime Minisiter at the First Nations Summit

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Honouring a great woman

Evelina Upshaw is being honoured as an African Canadian hero.

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Left out in the cold: Part One

The province's heating rebate program might not help the most vulnerable.

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Wanda MacLennan in Mount Uniacke

Mount Uniacke is a little off the beaten track, but people there are determined to put the community back on the map.

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The great windmill debate continues in Pugwash.

A proposed windmill project is pitting neighbour against neighbour

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Jesse Hirsh: January 23rd, 2012.

Jesse Hirsh talks about the future of Research in Motion

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The Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests visits Nova Scotia

A New Brunswick man comes to Nova Scotia looking for survivors of sexual abuse by priests.

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A conversation with a panhandler in Halifax

Information Morning's Margot Brunelle asks one young man whys he's there.

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Say What: January 23rd, 2012

We play a quick clip from a story we've done in the past week and you have to identify it.

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Doreen Beaton in Port Hawkesbury

Find out why Big Brothers, Big Sisters opened a new office in Port Hawkesbury

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Fast and frivolous fun on the Newsquiz


Quizmaster Don Munro puts Don and Louise through their paces.

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20 years of singing praise


The Nova Scotia Mass choir celebrates an important anniversary.

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Settling the dispute over the Cape Breton SPCA


Kristin Williams of the Nova scotia SPCA tells us the latest in the ongoing dispute over the Sydney animal shelter.

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Weekend events Jan 20-23


There are a pair of cool film events happening this weekend amongst a very busy Hollywood barrage: On Friday the Alliance Francaise screens a 2009 documentary about Juliette Binoche, one of its greatest living actors, and on Sunday BA Johnston hosts his own birthday screen of the John Cusack cult classic Better Off Dead at Gus' Pub.

A nice dance double bill is on the go at the Dunn this weekend: Mocean Dance (quartet) and Claudia Moore (solo plus a duo with Dan Wild) perform pieces by awesome choreographers Tedd Robinson and James Kudelka. Fri-Sun, 494-3820


A busy music weekend lies ahead:

Friday
Cape Breton's unstoppable Tom Fun Orchestra with Town Heroes at the Seahorse
Pop-dance star Lights at the Cohn
BA Johnston's birthday bash day one: w/Bad Vibrations, Adam Mowery, Quaker Parents, Old and Weird at Gus' Pub
wheelwright theatre fundraiser w/Nick Everett, Poplar Pines, Willie Stratton, Tempertemper at the Bus Stop Theatre

Saturday
A rare performance by The Heavy Blinkers with Laura Peek at The Company House
BA Johnston's birthday bash day two: w/Quivers, Outtacontroller, The Sensibles

Track:
Willie Stratton, "November"

Laura Churchill Duke from Kentville

A refuge in a time of need - we hear about a new transition house for men in Kentville.

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More questions than answers in espionage case


Defence consultatnt and retired naval captain Tony Goode offers his insight into the story of Canadian Forces Lieutenent Jeffrey Paul Delisle.

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Exploring the cause and effect of lonliness


Psychologist Andrew Starzomkski is one of the panelists as a Cafe Scientifique. It will be held at the Humani T Cafe on Young Street in Halifax, at 7pm

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Considering longer school days for elementary students


Education Minister Ramona Jennex says, Nova Scotia students have much shorter days than children in other provinces.

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Lisa Gleave from Windsor

Strap a helmet on your toddler - Ski Martock is introducing the little set to snowboarding.

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If the earth were a perfect sphere, it would be completely covered by the ocean. From 50 m to 25000 m, how deep would that ocean be?


With the land in place, the average depth of the ocean is 4000 metres. If the land were all levelled and the earth were smooth like a billiard ball, the average depth would be 2400 metres.

Science Corner: January 18th, 2012

Bob Fournier tells us why scientists are rethinking the number of planets in the universe.

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A modern day version of the refrain 'Tax the Rich, give to the poor.'

Economist Mike Bradfield tell us about the personal income tax changes he proposed for the provincial budget this spring.

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Turning the microscope on university president salaries

The CBC's Jennifer Henderson speaks with Chris Ferns, the President of the Association of Nova Scotia University Teachers.

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An internet strike against censorship

We speak with an internet law expert about proposed American legislation poised to crack down on internet piracy.

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Kevin Marzcak in Chester

Find out why the municipality of Chester is expropriating land.

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A penny for his thoughts

The Finance Minister explains why he wants voter input to assist with the challenges and choices surrounding the spring budget.

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To share your thoughts with the Minister on-line, check out the Back to Balance website.

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Tax advice for ex-pat Americans

We speak with an international tax specialist who answers questions about how the IRS will deal with "delinquent Americans."

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The oldest fire service in Canada gets a new Chief

Doug Trussler is the new fire chief of Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Services.

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Port Report: January 17th, 2012

With a cruise ship on the rocks in Italy, our Harbour Watcher Mac MacKay takes a look at cruise ship safety.

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Janet Becigneul in Antigonish

People in Maryvale worked hard and quickly to replace their historic church.

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Jesse Hirsh: January 16th, 2012

How Star Trek is influencing modern medicine

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An urn for mother and the radio

A Halifax artisan pays tribute to his mom

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Say What: January 16th, 2012

We play a quick clip from a story we've done in the past week, and you have to identify it.

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Turning the economic tide in Queen's County

Freelance reporter Katie Ingram speaks with some young business people to hear their thoughts as they look to the future.

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John Verlinden in Musquodoboit Harbour

A Musquodoboit Harbour man is on the hunt for photos and stories to celebrate local hockey heritage.

If you would like to get a hold of Kevin Murphy, call 404-7033 or e-mail easternshoremariners.com

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Stop complaining and step up

A professor at Dalhousie University hopes to inspire more people to get involved with municipal politics and their communities.

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Check out his website, Nova Scotia Municipal Elections 2012

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Plenty to choose from this weekend!

Even when it's quiet in the arts world at large, there's always a show or six waiting in the wings!

FRIDAY
A cool folk show with Matt Reid, Gianna Lauren and Mark Grundy at 1313 Hollis
A cool indie rock show slash 7" release with Long Weekends, Monomyth and Dyscontrol at Michael's
A classical fusion show at the Sir James Dunn Theatre: Crossover Currents w/Andrew Miller, Sanctuary, Spanner w/pianist Bill Brennan, Paul Cram Trio, Aperture Trio and Tena Palmer and Zokugaku

SATURDAY
All-ages punk party at Shake It Dance on Cornwallis: Eviction Party, Scribbler, Slumlord, Root Rot and Key Teens

SUNDAY
Indie folk rock at Gus's Pub with Klarka Weinwurm, Quaker Parents, Look Look
Shambling alt-country at The Carleton with Racoon Bandit and The Moonshine Ramblers at The Carleton

Quaker Parents, "When You Can't Beat the Dream"
http://quakerparents.bandcamp.com/track/when-you-cant-beat-the-dream

Nova Scotians are worried about the plan to re-draw provincial electoral boundaries

The former Chair of the 1991-92 Provincial Electoral Boundary Commission says minorities are right to fear an electoral boundary review.

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Here are some healthcare suggestions, Mr. Premier

Mary Jane Hampton and Allan Lynch provide advice to the Premier as he heads west for discussions about healthcare funding.

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Anita MacLellan in Economy

In Lower Five Islands, they've rediscovered an outdoor rink that hasn't been used for years.

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All is well with Angus L

Dianne Marshall tells us about the Nova Scotia politician whose name adorns the old bridge across Halifax Harbour.

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A wreck diver says NS museums need to change their thinking

If the given the opportunity, Nova Scotia's museums would NOT display a collection of artifacts from the Titantic. A scuba diver disagrees with this position.

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Minister of Community Services responds to concerns from Alice Housing

Denise Peterson-Rafuse, the Minister of Community Services, responds to a funding crisis at Alice Housing.

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Sharing the View raises $85,770 for Feed Nova Scotia

We wrap up this year's Sharing the View calendar project in support of Feed Nova Scotia.

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Pay for insulin pumps now or cover higher medical expenses later

The Diabetes Association says it's time the province picks up the tab for insulin pumps to manage type 1 diabetes.


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Jimmy Lefresne in Tatamagouche

There's a group of men in Tatamagouche who don't mind being considered odd fellows.

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Voting in the recent Egyptian elections

A Haligonian with dual Canadian/Egyptian citizenship talks about a recent trip to Egypt.

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Tarek Abouamin voting in the Egyptian elections last month.

Why does snow at the base of apple trees melt faster than it does elsewhere?


There is less snow under the tree to begin with because the truck causes the wind to swirl around, which blows the snow away. Also, the treeabsorbs energy and reflects sunlight back to the ground.

Science Corner: January 11th, 2011

Crumbling a piece of paper does not seem like much of a scientific challenge, but there's more to it than that.

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Thirty years of good work, and still no stable support

A Halifax women's shelter is sounding the alarm bell over the amount of money it gets from the Province.

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Deplorable housing in First Nations communities

Some Wagmatcook residents say you don't have to go as far as Attawapiskat to find terrible housing conditions

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A recipe for Macaroni and cheese connects a Halifax woman to the CEO of Microsoft.

A Halifax woman's blog is part of Microsoft CEO's presentation at the annual International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Check out her blog, Life from a Broad.

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Paying a high price for having diabetes

A young man with diabetes says that there are different standards for health care in different provinces

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Survey Says

Find out what telephone pollsters worry about when they're writing their questions.

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Ken Langille in Yarmouth

A multi-talented artist in Yarmouth had a tremendous success at his latest art show.

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A business perspective on rising tuition

Sunny Marche is a professor in Dalhousie's School of Business Administration in the Faculty of Management.

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A new phone scam is making the rounds

Daniel Williams of the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre explains how to protect yourself from a phone scam where the caller claims they are from the Windows Service Centre.

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Artifacts from the Titanic on auction

The head of the Nova Scotia museums shares his view on the ethics of dealing with artifacts from wrecks.

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Passionate about DIY Hockey rinks

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Yesterday's discussion about outdoor rinks sparked a passionate email from one of our CBC colleagues, Mark Pineo. He sent us some lovely photos of his very professional-looking outdoor rink, including these step-by step photos.

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Moving closer to getting a commuter rail line

Jennifer Watts, the Vice Chair of HRM's Transportation Standing Committee, will ask council to vote on a feasibility study for a commuter rail line.

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Linda Arsenault in New Glasgow

They do more than score goals - the Crushers hockey team is making a difference in New Glasgow.

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Coyote carcasses dumped in a creek by the side of the road

A Yarmouth County woman recounts the discovery of the carcasses and we check in with the Wildlife Division at the Department of Natural Resources.

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Jesse Hirsh: January 9th, 2012

Find out what a GOOD computer virus is.

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Lobster fishermen hold out for higher prices


James Mood tells us why some fishermen have formed a new alliance and are refusing to accept less than $5.50 per pound.

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Landmark East explores the connection between excercise and learning


Rob North tells us why one private school, and some public schools, are paying more attention to physical activity.

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Say What: January 9th, 2012

We play a quick clip from a story we've done in the past week and you have to identify it.

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Getting public transit back on the rails

A new on-line petition is calling for a commuter rail line from Bedford to Halifax.

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Digging deep into a mystery

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Janice Guinan from Truro brings us the story of a an ancient forest found buried in a field.

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Enjoy the weekend!

Though the new year is always slow to rumble to life arts-wise, there
are a few cool music events this weekend including three CD
releases which is really pulling the cord right out of the gate, eh?
FRIDAY
Writers Strike releases a seven-inch at the Seahorse with
Jenocide and The Sensibles (formerly The Stance)
The Bad Bad Bad releases its new self-titled EP w/The
Cannisters, Eliza and The Strange, Wake Up Earthquake and The
Scoop Outs
at Jacob's Lounge (they are also doing a 6pm all-ages
show at CD Heaven in Dartmouth)

SATURDAY
The Artists' Legal Information Society is holding its first benefit
show with Kestrels, Jenocide, Audrey and the Agents and DJ
James Reid
at Michael's $5
The East Coast Blues Society likewise raises funds at Bearly's
with Theresa Malenfant

SUNDAY
Young River CD release at The Carleton with Carmel Mikol,
Calen Kinney
and Martin Davidson

Track:
Young River, "Ultimatum"
http://youngriver.bandcamp.com/track/ultimatum-2

Reaction to the news of a potential buyer for the Port Hawkesbury mill

Bob MacEachern, owner of a Port Hawkesbury radio station, brings us the mood on the streets.

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A rocking benefit for young mothers

Thirteen people will be rocking out in rocking chairs in the Bay Court of the Mic Mac Mall on Saturday to raise money for Supportive Housing for Young Mothers.

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David Tudor on Brier Island

David tells us about plans for an energy project near Brier Island

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HRM's 25 year growth plan is up for review


Urban planner Andy Filmore tells us about a building boom in HRM's core.

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A look at Saskatchewan's workplace bullying laws


The head of Saskatchewan's occupational health and safety division explains the province's harassment laws.

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Making a deal for New Page


Ronald Stern, CEO of the company that wants to buy the mill explains his plans and trustee Matthew Harris explains the negotiation process.

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Patrick Hirtle in Bridgewater

People in Bridgewater are trying to figure out what to do with some old, empty buildings.

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Converting an old church into a new home

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Annick and Kerry French in New Port want to preserve an old, dilapidated church in their community by moving it down the street and fixing it up as part of their new home.

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Determined to get their high school education


A new program in Spryfield helps adult learners earn their GED

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Satellites study the earth's ground water


Bob Fournier tells us how NASA is studying the world's supply of groundwater.

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Does the earth lose heat as it travels through space?

Yes. The earth and its atmosphere are warmer than the surrounding space.

Why does the colour of sunsets vary?


Sunsets differ according to the particles in the atmosphere. The tiny particles scatter light at the short wave length (the blues) which leaves the red wave lengths more prominent.

Understanding who bullies, and who gets bullied


Jerry West talks to psychologist Carol Pye about the personal dynamics of bullying.

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Concerns over changing electoral boundaries

Hear about the plan to rejig electoral boundaries to reflect Nova Scotia's 21st century landscape.

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Not giving up on an empty school

Hear why North End Halifax residents started a letter-writing campaign to city hall

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Bonnie Johnson in Middleton

Middleton is getting excited about an upcoming hockey tournament

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Celebrating the 20th anniversary of our community contacts

It's been 20 years since Information Morning launched a daily feature called Partyline, which is now Community Contact .

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Partyliners on the 1st Anniversary of the feature: Margaret Stinson (Maitland), Cathy Holmes (Middle Ohio, Shelburne County), Kelly Ryan (host), Jimmy Lefresne (Tatamagouche), Anita MacLellan (Economy), Mary Willa Littler (Springhill), and Bonnie Murray (River John).

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Say What: January 3rd, 2011

We play a clip from a story we've done in the past week and you have to identify it.

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Port Report: January 3rd, 2011

When cold winter temperatures come rolling in, seafaring becomes more challenging.

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Speaking out about bullying in the workplace


Jerry West talks to two people who say workplace bullying took a toll on their personal lives and their health.

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Barbara Feeney in Mahone Bay

Find out what leaders in Mahone Bay have in store for 2012

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