News 1. MLAs block colleague who just gave birth from attending emergency session virtually The Houston government is holding an emergency session of the legislature to vote against a recommendation that MLAs get a 12% pay increase, which seems like a ridiculous piece of performative theatre. And Cape Breton Centre-Whitney Pier MLA Kendra Coombes won’t […]
Owner of roller dome optimistic business will skate to success
After taking a gamble on a new career as a business owner, Shane Upshaw, owner and operator of Upshaw’s Roller Dome in Spryfield, says he’s optimistic Halifax’s only indoor roller skating arena will be a hit. The father of four was working for an irrigation company installing underground water sprinklers when he decided to leave […]