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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 32m

Street by street, the Cogswell District is coming to life. New parks, art, multi-use paths and roadways are taking shape — and we’re on track for substantial completion by the end of the year. Catch up on the latest milestones: www.halifax.ca/about-halifa...

The intersection of Cogswell and Barrington Street, facing south. Cars travel through the intersection. Bike lanes are displayed. The pedway is in the background.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 1h

Traffic delay: Oxford Street, between Quinpool Road and Cornwall Street. This work will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 15 to Friday, Oct. 17, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. This work includes road repairs. Details: buff.ly/UI8DISt

Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 3h

Thanks for your comment. The social post didn’t have enough space to include all the details, but the linked web page does note that the bike valet service is operated by the Halifax Cycling Coalition. We appreciate you taking the time to point this out!

Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 3h

This ad was published in 1924 by Frank Gillis & Co. Their offices were located on the east side of Granville Street, between Sackville and Prince streets.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 3h

Today (Oct. 15) at 10 a.m.: Audit and Finance Standing Committee, Council Chamber, 3rd Floor City Hall. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/st.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/cBQWIXj....

A graphic with a blue background and an icon of a clock and the word 'Meeting'.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 16h

The municipality's Environment & Climate Change team and @ecologyaction.bsky.social will be at @nocturnehalifax.bsky.social this year to launch three more Climate Commitment Badges: Food, Nature Connections and Climate Resilience. See you there!

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 19h

Traffic Delay: Old Sambro Road, between Herring Cove Road and Dunbrack Street, Wednesday, Oct. 15 and Thursday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 20h

We're hosting free Green Shores® naturalization training this Saturday, October 18 at the North Preston Community Centre!

Living Lakeshores is our collective approach to improving the resilience of our freshwater shorelines. Register to learn more about sensitive ecosystems at bit.ly/3KNmSTA

A group of people standing together in a park, overlooking a shoreline.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 22h

Traffic delay: North Preston Road, between Bramco Lane and Reddy Drive. This road repair work will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop-and-go traffic will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 22h

Curbside Giveaway Weekend is coming up on Oct 18 & 19. It's a great opportunity to reduce the amount of items ending up in the landfill, while allowing others the chance to find a special treasure to enjoy. Learn more at halifax.ca/curbside.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 1d

Traffic Delay: Dunbrack Street, between Lacewood Drive and Main Avenue, Tuesday, Oct. 14 and Wednesday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 1d

Road closure: Alpine Drive. This work will take place on Monday, Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This closure is needed for the safe movement of equipment servicing the new multi-unit property at 20 Alpine Drive. Details: buff.ly/vc33P1S

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 1d

Today (Oct. 14) at 6 p.m.: Halifax and West Community Council, Council Chamber, 3rd Floor City Hall. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/co.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/fYk1vz6....

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 2d

Can you guess when this ad from the Cuvilier Permanent Chimney Cleaner was published? The ad illustrates the "old" and "new" ways of cleaning chimneys, noting that "Halifax City Ordinance #23 demands that all chimneys be cleaned every 60 days."

Blue background with drawings of chimneys being cleaned the old way and the new way with text that reads: "The Cuvilier new patented permanent chimney cleaner. Approved and recommended by the Provincial Fire Marshall for installing in all standard chimneys. Approved by the NS Board of Fire Underwriters. Made in various sizes to fit your chimney. Nearly 100% of all chimneys can be adapted to the installation" along with some smaller text at the bottom.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Traffic delay: intersection of Maple Street and Dahlia Street from Tuesday, Oct. 14 to Friday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This work is for road repairs. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Update: This work will continue from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17.

Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 19d

Traffic delay: Willett Street, between Dunbrack Street and Lacewood Drive. This work will take place from Monday, Sept. 29 to Friday, Oct. 3 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Work will begin at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Traffic delay: Woodlawn Road, between Athorpe Drive and Valleyfield Road. This road repair work will take place from Tuesday, Oct. 14 to Friday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. Lane reductions will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Roadway closure: Countryview Drive, between Cabela Road and the Wright Avenue overpass. This utility work will take place from 7 a.m. on Oct. 13 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 17. A marked detour will be in place. Transit stop 6796 will be closed during this work. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/ro...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Update: This work will continue from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17.

Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 19d

Traffic Delay: St. Margarets Bay Road, between Indian River Road and Bowater Mersey Road, beginning Monday, Sept. 29 until Friday, Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

*No municipal employees were harmed in the making of this video.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Download the free Halifax Recycles mobile app on your Android or iOS device to have waste info in the palm of your hand! Search what goes where – whether it's in the garbage, recycling bin or green cart – or sign up for weekly reminders and service alerts. Learn more: halifax.ca/whatgoeswhere

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Traffic delay: Intersection of Glendale and Riverside drives to 1540 Glendale Drive. This road repair work will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Lane reductions will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Your art trip starts here: Nocturne runs Oct. 16–19. Whether you’re walking, biking, rolling or riding transit, there are plenty of ways to explore this year’s art.

Enjoy free bike valet parking on Oct. 18. Check out the locations and coupon code for Bird Canada: halifax.ca/nocturne

Graphic with a blue background and a green pathway resembling a travel route. A small green circle with a white cyclist icon on this pathway. White text reads: Your trip starts here.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 4d

Early work in preparation for the Windsor Street Exchange project will take place from 8 p.m. on Oct. 24 to 5 a.m. on Oct. 27. During this work, the ramp from Lady Hammond Road to Highway 111, toward the MacKay Bridge will be closed with detours in place. Learn more: www.halifax.ca/home/news/up...

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 5d

Halifax Municipal Archives is hosting a Cogswell District Scan-a-thon on Oct. 25 from 1-4 p.m. at Central Library. Do you have any photos, slides or negatives of the homes, buildings or people once located in this reimagined neighbourhood? Share them with us at the event! Learn more: buff.ly/A4HNxJj

Alt: A historic black and white Municipal Archives photo overlooking the what is now the Cogswell District, overlayed with white text that reads: Cogswell District Scan-a-thon. Saturday, October 25 from 1-4 p.m.

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