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AfterWords Literary Festival returns to Halifax for 8th year • Nov. 3, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (CTV News)

N.S. government orders changes to Halifax planning rules to boost development • Oct. 30, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (CBC)

Fire at Halifax grain elevator site under control • Oct. 27, 2026, 7:08 AM ET (CTV News)

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