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Angela Capobianco

@ange-sometimes.bsky.social

she/her ☀️🌜| so it goes | | digital broadcast journalist at Global Halifax | tips? angela.capobianco@globalnews.ca

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 5d ago

MLA Becky Druhan and Richmond Deputy Warden Amanda Mombourquette are running for leader of the NS Liberal Party. This will be the first time the party has had a female leader. Both candidates aim to rebuild trust in the party. globalnews.ca/news/1200494...

2 candidates in the running to become next leader of N.S. Liberal Party - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The Nova Scotia Liberal Party is set to elect its first female leader with two candidates officially entering the race for the party's top position.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 5d ago

it's been a tough week in the office saying goodbye to our morning show crew While I've only spent just under two years at Global, the morning show has been a fixture of our newsroom for thirteen years. Keep tuning in to the morning to see the local work from all of us, just in a different package

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · last wk.

Cases of anaplasmosis are on the rise in Nova Scotia. One expert and the NS Department of Health are asking Nova Scotians to be vigilant, avoiding being bitten by the critters and check themselves after being outside. globalnews.ca/news/1199552...

Lyme disease isn’t the only concern as tick-borne illness rises in Nova Scotia - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Anaplasmosis, a tick-borne bacterial disease spread by black-legged ticks, is also spreading in the province.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2w ago

Halifax Water is asking for a significant hike to their water and wastewater connection fees on new builds in HRM. The utility says this is to offset infrastructure costs, but for Fillmore and builders, they’re concerned what this means for future growth. globalnews.ca/news/1198800...

Proposed 650% Halifax Water fee hike for new construction raises alarm among builders - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Halifax Water is proposing a 650 per cent increase to water hook-up fees for new developments and an additional 265 per cent hike to connect to the wastewater system.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2w ago

Mi’kmaq will not be included in upcoming natural resources standing committee meetings. Opposition leaders are raising the alarm, while L’nu Affairs minister Leah Martin says she and her department are open for discussions with community. globalnews.ca/video/119867...

Houston government leaves out Mi’kmaw voices from upcoming natural resources meetings | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Houston government leaves out Mi’kmaw voices from upcoming natural resources meetings Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2w ago

A yellow rainfall warning has been issued for parts of Nova Scotia due to heavy rainfall and flooding risks. This comes three years since the fatal 2023 flash floods took the lives of four people. Since then HRM and EMO have worked to improve crisis communication. globalnews.ca/news/1197617...

Heavy Nova Scotia rain threatens flooding on anniversary of deadly 2023 flash flood - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Environment Canada has issued a yellow rainfall warning for parts of Nova Scotia, as the province's emergency management minister warns residents to take the forecast 'seriously.'

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Lyndsay Armstrong@lyndsayarmstrong.bsky.social · 2w ago

"What he’ll be remembered for most was his unwavering commitment to the people around him. He went above and beyond for everyone,” says Dalhousie's engineering faculty. ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/tribute...

Tributes pour in for Halifax engineering professor who died after a road accident

HALIFAX — Tributes are pouring in for a Dalhousie University engineering professor and cyclist described as a mentor and father figure who died following a road accident in Halifax.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2w ago

Dal prof. Nouman Ali was killed after being doored by a pickup truck driver on Friday afternoon while cycling. HRP are still investigating but issued the driver a ticket for inspection issue. But for cycling advocates, this incident a symptom of larger problems in HRM. globalnews.ca/news/1197415...

Cycling advocates urge stronger safety measures after Halifax man dies in ‘dooring’ incident - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The death of a 71-year-old Halifax cyclist who collided with a vehicle door is renewing calls for improved safety measures on the road.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2w ago

My latest from Friday. According to a staff report presented at council, Upper Hammonds Plains ranks third worst for egress and connectivity. For those in the area they see the ranking as validating and hope this spurs further action 3 years after a wildfire. globalnews.ca/video/119705...

Upper Hammonds Plains community hopeful as egress and connectivity marked as high concern | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Upper Hammonds Plains community hopeful as egress and connectivity marked as high concern Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 3w ago

The group behind the Sullivan's Pond poppy display for Remembrance Day work year-round to get the work off the ground. This year the group aims to have fifteen thousand poppies sewn and prepared for this years ceremony. globalnews.ca/news/1196896...

Volunteers work year-round for Dartmouth Remembrance Day poppy tribute - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Volunteers in Nova Scotia are marking the Legion's centennial anniversary and offering a glimpse into the work that goes into creating a cherished Remembrance Day tradition.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 3w ago

Nova Scotia Power is bringing back late fees on October 1st. This comes over a year after the utility experienced a cyberattack disrupting customer billing and resulted in stolen data. NSP also announced a new community energy fund to help customers in need. globalnews.ca/news/1196677...

NS Power says billing ‘back to normal’ after cyberattack, so it’s bringing back late fees - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Nova Scotia Power says it plans to resume charging late fees this October for the first time since a cyberattack disrupted billing last spring.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 3w ago

Halifax Transit's tap-to-pay program has been delayed until December. Mayor Andy Fillmore brought a motion to council to keep the fare increase coupled with the service enhancement, despite the $288 thousand budget gap it creates pushing it back by three months. globalnews.ca/news/1196557...

Halifax Transit’s tap-to-pay upgrades delayed by 3 months - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The delay comes after municipal staff informed Halifax city councillors they cannot meet the initial deadline for the program rollout.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 3w ago

The Annapolis Valley Regional Library board is meeting tonight to determine whether extending service at five library branches slated for closure is possible without provincial funding. For Kentville Mayor Andrew Zebian, he wants the local municipalities to step up. globalnews.ca/news/1196384...

Effort underway to save 5 rural Nova Scotia libraries slated for closure - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The imminent closure of five rural Nova Scotia libraries has municipalities working to find funding solutions to keep the doors open.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 4w ago

This month marks three years since I started working in journalism full-time! It's been a wild journey that's taken me to various parts of Nova Scotia and has taught me not just about the province but also a lot about myself.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 4w ago

Replacing the MacKay, fixing it or putting a tunnel in its place is the focus of a tender the province put out to study what are the most viable long-term options for crossing the Narrows. But opposition leaders feel this is just kicking the project down the road. globalnews.ca/news/1196127...

Nova Scotia government orders study to assess MacKay bridge replacement - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Should the MacKay bridge that spans Halifax Harbour be repaired, rebuilt, or replaced with a tunnel?

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 4w ago

Phase 2 of the Windsor Street Exchange project has officially begun. Major work will be done to improve efficiency and move traffic easier from Bedford Highway to the MacKay Bridge. For HRM this is a step in the right direction for modernization. globalnews.ca/video/119587...

Windsor Exchange project enters major construction phase | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Windsor Exchange project enters major construction phase Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · last mo.

A fun story for a day before the holidays! Canadian and Germany are marking 75 years in diplomatic relations, and as a result, the German Bundeswehr Ceremonial Band are putting on a large show for the Nova Scotia Tattoo. globalnews.ca/news/1194468...

Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo celebrates Canada-Germany ties - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo kicks off this week, and is marking some significant milestones for Canada's military history.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · last mo.

My story from yesterday. Halifax Harbour Bridges put out a tender for an engineering study on preserving and rehabilitating the MacKay Bridge. But for opposition leaders, it's raising concerns about whether the province is serious about replacing the aging bridge. globalnews.ca/news/1194281...

Tender for MacKay Bridge rehab study sparks concerns over replacement timeline - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The A. Murray MacKay Bridge opened in July 1970 and is expected to hit the end of its life around 2040.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · last mo.

Mi'kmaq advocates are standing firm in their rights to sell cannabis following an announcement on Wednesday by the province that new, stricter rules and fines will be in place for violation of the Cannabis Control Act. The province says these new rules are for safety. globalnews.ca/news/1194025...

Nova Scotia rolls out new cannabis rules, but Mi’kmaq group defends economic rights - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The Tim Houston government has rolled out changes to the Cannabis Control Act this week after they were passed during the spring sitting of the legislature.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · last mo.

First story back from vacation! Attended a federal press conference on their new bail and sentencing reform, particularly in combating retail theft and violence against transit workers and users. Minister Sean Fraser says harm reduction supports are included. globalnews.ca/news/1193875...

Halifax businesses applaud Ottawa’s tougher bail, sentencing laws aimed at retail theft - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

The federal government says it's heard loud and clear that public safety is an 'issue of grave concern' and has brought in legislation.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2mo ago

The product of my trip down to Kejimkujik last week! Chain Pickerel are dominating the waterways at Kejimkujik National Park, with nine out of ten catches being Chain Pickerel as opposed to the native Brook Trout or Yellow Perch. globalnews.ca/news/1190754...

Invasive chain pickerel outnumber native fish at Kejimkujik National Park - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

An invasive species of fish has taken over the waterways at Kejimkujik National Park, sparking concern it could spread further and severely impact Nova Scotia's fish stocks.

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Angela Capobianco@ange-sometimes.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Talk of safety concerns on Spring Garden Road has the area business association raising the alarm for what it means for local businesses. But Ashton Stephenson, HRM's housing and homelessness director, says the situation is much more complex. globalnews.ca/news/1190474...

Theft, crime hurting Spring Garden Road’s image, Halifax business association says - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

Spring Garden Road is known as a shopping destination and busy hub, but an increase in retail theft and loitering complaints puts that reputation at risk.

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