HALIFAX MORNING WIRE CORRESPONDENT
Tommy MacLellan — Halifax Morning Wire Coverage
All filed reports from Tommy MacLellan, Halifax correspondent covering the Halifax Morning Wire for the MiTL Conversation Desk.
An Acadia student made momos to pay his tuition.
Your dumplings might just save you tuition, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And today’s story is about a fella at Acadia University who decided his student loa...
Halifax City Hall wants to make your commute and rent easier
You're gonna love what City Hall did for you, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? Felt like every conversa...
Your kids are bus surfing in Halifax. Seriously.
Your Kids Are Bus Surfing Buddy No Joke Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And good Lord, do we ever have a story today that’s got me scratching my head like a confused ...
Your commute and rent are about to change.
Your City Hall: We talked about home and getting there, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? It felt like e...
Your kids are bus surfing in Halifax. Seriously?
Your kids are bus surfing in Halifax. Seriously? Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And today, my son, we've got one that's got parents across the city doing a double-ta...
Your Halifax housing hunt just got some new help
Here’s what’s been happening with your City Hall, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? It felt like every c...
Your WestJet bag from Cancun got hit. Here's what's missing.
Your Bags Went to Cancun and Lost Some Stuff, Buddy? Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. This one’s got a bit of a sting, you know? You fly all that way to Cancun, soak u...
City Hall wants your Halifax home to be more accessible.
Your week at City Hall: It was all about how we live, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? It felt like eve...
Someone brought a hacksaw to your Halifax Infirmary. What's next?
Someone brought a hacksaw to the Infirmary, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And sometimes, those stories make you scratch your head and wonder what in the Bluen...
Your Halifax home just got easier to find.
Here's your weekly recap, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? It felt like every conversation, every report...
Those blinding headlights? Transport Canada wants your Halifax take.
Someone in Halifax just did something you won't believe Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, my son, well, it’s got a bit of everything. You know how everyon...
Your real estate journey just got a new "co-pilot" in Halifax.
Your real estate journey is getting some new help! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? You know, sometimes you exp...
Your RCMP just drilled near Portapique days before the anniversary. Seriously?
Here's a story that will make your head spin Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. You know, sometimes you hear something that just makes you scratch your head and wonder ...
Your Halifax commute is almost back to normal!
Your commute is almost back to normal, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? It felt like we were talkin' a ...
Your Halifax commute just got a little easier. Here's how.
Your Week at City Hall: It was all about how we live, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? It felt like eve...
Your attic might hold a Titanic life jacket worth $600K.
Your Titanic life jacket is worth a mint, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, well, it’s got me thinking about all the things we keep in our attics ...
Shaun Majumder will help you buy a home in Halifax?
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### The Real Estate Journey Just Got a New Co-Pilot Some good morning to you, my son. We're always talking about what's next for Hali...
Your buddy Limpy the bear is still out there.
Your bear friend Limpy is still on the loose, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And sometimes, those stories are about a bear named Limpy who has become more of...
Shaun Majumder is talking real estate and you gotta hear it
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### Real estate talk is getting a new voice You know, sometimes the biggest news isn't what's happening on the streets, but what folk...
Limpy the bear just outsmarted Hammonds Plains' finest
Your bear problem in Hammonds Plains is just wild Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you're not gonna believe this one, my son. So, we've got this bear, right? Every...
Your Halifax home search just got a little easier, maybe?
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### What's happening in Halifax real estate right now? Well, my son, it seems we're all about accessibility these days, and that's so...
Waye Mason wants your old fire station to be your new apartment
Your old fire station might become your new apartment Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you won't believe the yarn our very own Halifax councillor is spinning. We’r...
Your Halifax real estate journey just got easier. Here's how.
Your real estate journey just got a bit easier, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. You know, sometimes the biggest news isn't a siren or a sudden downpour, it's ...
The province says no cougars, but East Pubnico saw one. What gives?
You won't believe this cougar story, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And let me tell ya, some of them are just… well, they're the kind you hear down at the Low...
Your Cogswell commute just got way less brutal.
Your Cogswell commute is almost back to normal! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had, my son! If you've been tuning in, you know it's been...
Someone swore they saw a cougar near East Pubnico again. Still no cougars?
Your eyes aren't playing tricks on you, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one? This one's got everyone down on the waterfront scratching their heads, and...
Your Cogswell traffic headaches could finally ease up soon
Your week at City Hall: It was all weather and traffic, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? If you've been...
Did you just see a cougar in East Pubnico?
Your buddy swears he saw what now Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Okay, so picture this, my son: you're out in East Pubnico, maybe just minding your own business, ge...
Your Cogswell traffic nightmare is almost over.
Here's your City Hall update, buddy! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had down at City Hall, eh? Seems like everyone, including old Tommy,...
They want to move a whole cemetery in Greenwood. What do you think?
Your ancestors are staying put, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one? This one is pure Nova Scotia, through and through. You know, you drive past these...
Your Cogswell commute is almost back to normal!
Your Cogswell commute is almost back to normal! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had, my son! If you've been tuning in, you know it's been...
Your commute might actually get better because of Cogswell.
Your week at City Hall: It was all weather and traffic, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? If you've been...
Halifax wants to keep Limpy the bear in your backyard
This bear just wants to chill in your backyard Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And today’s story, my son, is about a bear. Not just any bear, mind you, but a bear nam...
Your City Hall just dropped a Cogswell Interchange update.
### Your City Hall talk has been all weather and roads, buddy! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you've been wondering what old Tommy's been keeping an ey...
Your Alderney ferry is still broken. Again.
Your ferry is broken again, buddy. Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one? Oh, it’s a classic Halifax yarn, a real head-shaker. You know how much we rely on tho...
Your Shubie Park RV home is gone, buddy.
Your RV winter home in Shubie Park is gone, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, my son, well, it’s a bit of a heartbreaker for some folks in Dartmouth...
Your Cogswell traffic nightmare is almost over, my son!
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you’ve been wondering what old Tommy’s been keeping an eye on this p...
Halifax went from big plans to weather alerts, eh?
Your City Hall recap: What a week, eh? Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week we've had, my son! If you've been tuning in, you know it's been a real m...
Tancook Island is getting a car ferry. Guess what they're worried about?
You won't believe what they're doing on Tancook Island Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, my son, well, it’s got that special blend of 'only in Nova Scotia...
Your Nova Scotia eagles just hit a wild new record.
Your eagles are flexing, Nova Scotia Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. You know, sometimes you hear a piece of news and it just makes you stop and smile. Most times, i...
Your Cogswell traffic headaches are almost over, Halifax.
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you've been wondering what old Tommy's been keeping an eye on this p...
Tancook Island is getting a car ferry, but they're scared.
Your car ferry is coming, Tancook, but at what speed? Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you won't believe the yarn spinning out of Big Tancook Island right now. You...
Your Cogswell traffic headaches are almost over, Halifax.
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you’ve been wondering what old Tommy’s been keeping an eye on this p...
Nova Scotia spent $4.4M on AI. Your taxes are doing *what*?
Your morning coffee just got a bit spicier, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you won't believe the yarn I'm about to spin for you today. You know how everyon...
Another weather warning just hit Halifax. Are you ready?
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### Get ready, Halifax. More weather warnings are here. Well, my son, it looks like we're in for some more of that classic Atlantic m...
Your Mooseheads' new Russian rookie is chasing NHL dreams
Oh buddy, the Mooseheads are bringing the world to Scotiabank Centre! ## Your Mooseheads have a Russian rookie with big dreams Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And th...
Halifax, your morning commute just got wild.
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### Hold onto your hats, Halifax, the weather is comin' Well, my son, it looks like Mother Nature is gearing up for a bit of a dance ...
Halifax's illegal weed is lying about its THC. Seriously.
Your Donair Debate Just Got Even Weirder, My Son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, well, it’s got me chuckling like I just heard a particularly good Stan ...
Your weather alert is "UNKNOWN." What does that even mean?
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### Your Weather Alert This Morning Feels a Bit Off Well, my son, it seems we're in a bit of a peculiar spot this morning regarding t...
Serious weather's coming. Are you ready, Halifax?
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### There's some serious weather coming our way Well now, it looks like Mother Nature's got a bit of a temper today, my son. Accordin...
Big Mac sauce is washing up on your Bay of Fundy beaches
Your Big Mac sauce is probably from here, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And today’s story, well, it’s a real head-scratcher that’s got folks along the Bay of ...
Your city had a chance to get a "rat czar" in 2017.
Your city needs a rat czar and you never knew Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you won't believe the yarn I've got for you today. Remember back in 2017, when the c...
Your Cogswell Interchange is finally moving forward.
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? If you’ve been wondering what old Tommy’s been keeping an eye on, it’s been all...
Oxford Frozen Foods got fined $10,000. For your blueberries.
Your blueberries might be from away, my son, and that's a problem. Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you know, a lot of folks from away think we're just about lobst...
Your Cogswell traffic nightmare is almost over, my son.
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you've been wondering what old Tommy's been keeping an eye on this p...
Your new favourite Halifax band is made of seniors
Your new favourite band is made of seniors Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you're not going to believe the one I dug up today, right from our own backyard in Dart...
Your Cogswell Interchange is finally happening, buddy
Your Cogswell Interchange is finally happening, buddy! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you’ve been wondering what old Tommy’s been keeping an eye on thi...
Hydro-Québec wants our wind. What does Halifax get?
Your commute on the ferry might get even better Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you're not gonna believe this one, my son. So, you know how everyone's always yapp...
Your Cogswell traffic headaches are almost over, Halifax.
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? If you’ve been wondering w...
Halifax cops are dressing like panhandlers to catch you
You won't believe how the cops are catching drivers Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one? This one is pure Halifax, my son. You ever see someone on Spring Gar...
Your Cogswell Interchange is finally moving.
Your Cogswell Interchange is finally moving, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you've been wondering what's been stirring down at City Hall this p...
Your RCMP are now pretending to be panhandlers on Spring Garden Road
Your police are pretending to be panhandlers, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, well, it’s a real head-scratcher. You know those folks you see on S...
Cogswell's finally moving, but what did your council agree to?
### Your City Hall talk is all Cogswell, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, if you’ve been keeping an ear to the ground this past week, you’ll know wha...
Your Halifax rent just hit over $200 above the national average
This Halifax rental report will make your jaw drop Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. You know, sometimes you see a report come out, and you just kinda nod your head, l...
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son!
Your Cogswell traffic woes are almost over, my son! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? If you’ve been wondering w...
Hackers tried to blackmail Halifax MLA Rick Burns. Can you believe it?
You won't believe what these politicians are dealing with Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And this one, my son, well, it’s got a bit of everything. You know our MLA R...
Halifax, grab your T-shirt donairs, a big one's coming
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### Get Ready Halifax, You're in for a Rough One You know, people from away think the East Coast is cute and slow. But when the weath...
Your Halifax forecast is just perfect today
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. ### Your umbrellas are staying home today It’s one of those mornings where the harbour looks like glass, and the sun’s just sitting p...
You've got a brain-eating virus, pal.
Your brain is probably infected with a virus, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And sometimes, those stories make your morning coffee jump right out of your hand....
Did Trump just threaten Halifax's military heartbeat?
You won't believe what they're saying about Trump and NATO, my son Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. There's some chatter down south, and even up here, about what Dona...
Halifax's 127-year-old bridge bell is missing its whole story.
Your Halifax bridge bell mystery has a wild new twist! Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And let me tell you, this one about the mystery bell from the Halifax Harbour b...
Your Cogswell Interchange is finally moving, my son.
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well, this past week down at City Hall, it’s been all about that big Cogswell Interchange redevelopment. It’s some good to finally see...
They hammered nails into 3 Roman skeletons. What?!
You won't believe what they found in Roman graves Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And let me tell you, this one here, it’s a real head-scratcher. You know how people ...
CRA is taking away your tax drop boxes, Halifax. Why?
Your taxes are due, buddy, and the CRA ain't making it easy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. So, the Canada Revenue Agency is shutting down all its drop boxes for tax ...
Your car's wires are getting chewed up in Dartmouth.
You won't believe what's chewing up cars in Dartmouth Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And sometimes, those stories are about things that make you just shake your head...
Your Cogswell Interchange commute is about to get wild, eh?
Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. Well now, what a week it's been down at City Hall, eh? Seems like everyone's still buzzing about that Cogswell Interchange redevelopme...
You won't believe what AI said about Margaret Thatcher.
You won't believe what AI just said about Thatcher, buddy Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And sometimes, those stories are just… *wild*. My son, I was having my coffe...
Halifax is cutting arts while your kids play Fortnite Chapter 7.
Your kids are playing Fortnite Chapter 7, but what about Halifax? Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. You know all about Fortnite Chapter 7 dropping, and trust me, the ki...
Guess what just popped up on Spring Garden Road again?
You won't believe what's back in Halifax this spring Some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. And you know, sometimes the stories aren't about something big and heavy, sometim...
Council's still talkin' Cogswell Interchange. What's changing?
Well, some good morning, buddy — this is Halifax, and we have stories. If you’re wondering what old Tommy’s got his eye on down at City Hall, well, it’s always a bit of a dance, isn’t it? Next counci...