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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

13 days

Wholesome Canada Post interaction

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2 years

I’ve been made aware of this image circulating with my name attached to it. Just clarifying that this is fake. Don’t trust screenshots.

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3 years

For anyone who doesn't like the Halifax Christmas tree, I hereby raise you the Dartmouth Christmas tree

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4 years

My plans: 2020:

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3 years

A broken man on a Halifax pier.

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3 years

Today was the right day to go to Cape Breton.

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5 years

Almost a year ago, I accepted my dream job of writing for The Canadian Press. This morning, I found out that I will be laid off in a few weeks, along with 3 of the most talented journalists in NS - roughly half our Atlantic desk.

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2 years

@DrSarteschi This is fake. Neither I, nor anyone at Global, wrote this article.

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5 years

Sorry to do the whole "personal news" thing, but I'm very excited to announce that I will begin working with @CBCNS next week. Looking forward to this new chapter in life!

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3 years

Some personal news: Today is my last day at CBC Nova Scotia. I'm excited to announce I'll be starting a new job next week with @GlobalHalifax & @Global_NB . I'm so grateful for the opportunity to keep doing what I love and digging into the stories people care about.

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Alex Cooke

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2 years

If anyone wants to check out the *actual* stories I've written, here is my staff profile:

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3 years

Shoutout to this guy chilling on Portland Street

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Alex Cooke

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5 years

A friendly reminder to everyone in #Halifax doing some last-minute #HurricaneDorian stockpiling: be nice to your cashier! They are dealing with a LOT today and it's not their fault the stores are busy.

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3 years

Double dosed and officially a mix'n'matcher! #Pfizerna

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5 years

I can't overstate the value CP provides to news orgs across the country. This is terrible news for #cdnmedia , and unfortunately this isn't the first (and won't be the last) blow to the industry. This comes after other significant losses within the company.

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3 years

A mildly amusing transcription error at today's Nova Scotia news briefing. (He said "confidence.")

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5 years

I'm going to Newfoundland for the first time tomorrow! Accepting suggestions of things to do and see in the St. John's area.

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@ACookeHFX

2 years

Our journalism is stronger when we work with each other, not against

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2 years

. @ACookeHFX thanks for the "as first reported by..." Others (ahem) seem incapable of crediting.

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2 months

Some personal news: yesterday was my last day at Global News. After much reflection and consideration, I've decided to pursue a career outside of journalism. I will miss my colleagues very much.

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5 years

Impressions of NYC from a Nova Scotian tourist: - Literally everyone owns AirPods - If you greet a cashier with "Hi, how are you?" they will look at you like you have two heads - $1 bills are space-consuming and unnecessary - RIP personal space - Traffic light? What's that?

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5 years

Remember the rude customer at The Old Apothecary? She came back to apologize after her behaviour was called out. #Halifax

Is the customer always right? Why this employer stood up for bullied staff | CBC News

Laura MacLeod, the owner of The Old Apothecary in downtown Halifax, says more employers need to stand up for staff when they're bullied by customers.

www.cbc.ca

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5 years

"I dare you to take a meeting with me, and explain to me, and look into my eyes and tell me that there is no health-care crisis in my province of Nova Scotia. I dare you."

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5 years

“We tend to think of Maud Lewis as being a happy little elf in a wonderful, dreamlike, snow-white little house, but actually, she lived a life of abuse, and privation, and poverty, and I just find it incredible that she had the strength to keep going.”

Nova Scotia to honour beloved folk artist Maud Lewis for Heritage Day

Folk artist Maud Lewis, famous for her colourful paintings of rural life, will be an honouree at this year’s Heritage Day.

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Alex Cooke

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2 years

When you write an article about someone, you're supposed to quote them. Or, at the very least, ask them for comment. Despite Lisa's very public statement, that standard journalistic practice was ignored. No wonder there's no byline. I'd be embarrassed to put my name on that.

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@CTVNews

2 years

Lisa LaFlamme is leaving CTV News. The network announced today that the Chief Anchor and Senior Editor is departing after more than 30 years with the company.

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5 years

I'm sure I will have more thoughts in the coming weeks, but for now I just want to say that this past year writing for Canada's national wire service has been an incredible experience, and I will be sure to make the most out of my last few weeks.

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5 years

Hello, St. John's! I have arrived in your beautiful city. Thank you to everyone who recommended stuff to do here. I have a lot to work with!

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

I beg to differ, sign outside Sobeys.

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Alex Cooke

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4 years

Today I got an email that brought tears to my eyes. It was someone I interviewed for a tribute article about their relative who recently passed away. They said while COVID-19 is keeping their family apart, they've found comfort in reading their loved one's story.

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5 years

That's a wrap, @CdnPress . This past year has been amazing. I've learned a ton, I've talked to countless wonderful people, and I've done some work I'm truly proud of. Onto the next adventure...

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4 years

I had a joke about journalism but it couldn't be reached for comment

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3 years

Nova Scotia weather on days I have off vs. Nova Scotia weather on days I work

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5 years

I'm taking a few weeks away from CBC to help with the online news workshop at @ukings . I'll miss reporting but I'm very excited to meet some bright future journalists!

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

Feeling very overwhelmed by all the kindness & support I've had in the last day. A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to reach out to me and my Canadian Press colleagues. This industry can be quite thankless at times so I'm grateful to see so many ppl appreciating us.

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

3 years

Can confirm the Dartmouth Christmas tree is once again fully lit and fully fabulous.

Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

3 years

For anyone who doesn't like the Halifax Christmas tree, I hereby raise you the Dartmouth Christmas tree

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

On a related note, here is my LinkedIn profile: And my website (which I now need to update)

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Stories from Atlantic Canada

alexcookejourno.wordpress.com

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@ACookeHFX

7 years

So I'm not really a pop fan but @Sia 's #Christmas album is actually freaking awesome. #EverydayIsChristmas

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

Journalists getting home at the end of the night. #elxn43

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Alex Cooke

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3 years

There's no rush quite like writing a story about COVID-19 vaccines opening to people aged 25+ while waiting in line to book your own appointment.

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5 years

Signal Hill is 😍

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

4 years

I'm looking to speak with Nova Scotians who have gone to work sick at a retail/restaurant job because they couldn't afford to miss shifts or were scared of getting in trouble if they called in⁠. My DMs are open if you want to chat. #journorequest

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5 years

Me, most of the year: Freelancing is great! So much freedom! I work from home! I make my own hours! Yeehaw! Me, during tax season: ...crap.

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

A man held a door for me today while I was slightly too far away. I jogged the last few steps to the door so as to not keep him waiting. He apologized. I said "no problem" and thanked him. He thanked me back. I then thanked him again. It was a profoundly Canadian moment.

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4 years

#BREAKING The Government of Canada will now be proceeding with a full public inquiry into the Nova Scotia shootings in April. #NS

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

2 years

When I was 11, I starred in an educational video about recycling for my town's waste management service. I recently unearthed the tape and got it digitized. Let's just say there's a reason I'm a web writer and not a TV personality.

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Alex Cooke

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4 years

I'm back working at @ukings again for the next few weeks, and, as always, our student journalists are putting out some truly stellar work. If you appreciate quality #Halifax journalism and you're not following @signalhfx , you really should.

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Alex Cooke

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6 years

Hanging up my headphones for the last time as my final day at @NEWS957 draws to a close. A big thanks to @thesmacleodshow , who was the best talk show host a producer could have asked for, and to everyone else who helped make this job amazing. #overandout

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5 years

My thoughts are with the affected staff at CTV and The Globe and Mail today. Speaking from experience, going through a "restructuring" is the worst. But while journalism is a tough industry, I've seen it produce even tougher people. Hoping everyone lands on their feet.

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6 years

It was great talking to three great Canadian actors ( @arwenhumphreys , @andrewphung and @gerrydee ) about how there's no shame in working a second job in showbiz. #GeofferyOwens

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5 years

Looks like we have some #QueerEye fans in downtown Dartmouth. #Pride2019

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@ACookeHFX

6 years

Happy holidays everyone! I'm on the Atlantic desk at The Canadian Press. Feel free to DM me with story ideas if you got 'em. (This tweet brought to you by lots of coffee.)

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4 years

I talked to some @ukings journalism students about breaking news today... sort of. They won't actually see the lecture until the fall. I'm sure the cameras learned a lot though. Thanks for having me, @lezlielowe !

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4 years

Roses are red, Violets are blue, Can you tell me your name, And spell it out too?

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@reveal

4 years

Because transparency matters on Valentine's Day ... Please complete the redacted rhyme, but make it about journalism. ❤️❤️

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2 years

Being a journalist is cool and normal

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3 years

I came, I saw, I had nightmares.

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4 years

Grocery shopping in 2020

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6 years

If you're a sucker for nostalgia and enjoy documentary series, I highly reccomend @toysthatmadeus on Netflix! I learned so much about #Lego today.

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4 years

A stunning New Year's Day in Dartmouth. Feels like a fresh start.

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@ACookeHFX

6 years

I think whoever designed this shopping bag forgot that Atlantic Canada exists

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Alex Cooke

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2 years

@tricky_bacon @DrSarteschi Our national team has covered her in the past. My work focuses mostly on local stories out of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, so I'm not sure why my byline was used.

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Alex Cooke

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1 year

@atRachelGilmore Rachel, I am so sorry. Terrible news. It's too bad we didn't get to work together more but I was struck by your professionalism and kindness during our Fiona coverage. Looking forward to seeing you land on your feet.

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

3 years

I didn't wait all this time to *not* get a post-vaccine selfie.

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

4 years

Remember that brief time period in March after we decided shaking hands was bad, but before we really started physical distancing? And for like 4 days people were telling us to greet each other by bumping elbows and tapping feet? Glad that never caught on.

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

3 years

After a therapist was charged with sexual assault for the second time, I saw some people wondering why he was able to continue practicing after the first. I wondered too. Here's my latest:

How a N.S. therapist was allowed to keep practicing after first sexual assault allegation - Halifax...

A Yarmouth, N.S., therapist facing two sexual assault charges was allowed to continue practicing after the first allegation in 2019.

globalnews.ca

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

5 years

I'm here at @ArgyleFineArt with @thestarhalifax for a "Bob Ross flash mob" - try saying that five times fast! No mistakes at this painting event, just happy accidents.

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6 years

For those who haven't heard, I've accepted a weekend reporter-editor position with the Atlantic bureau of the Canadian Press. I'm going to miss radio but I'm excited for this opportunity! #journalism

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5 years

Someday I will design and patent a collapsible umbrella that won't turn inside out at the slightest gust of wind and I will make millions in Nova Scotia alone

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6 years

A whistle-blowing woman interrupted @JustinTrudeau 's speech, was promptly escorted out by security. #FCM2018AC

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5 years

Me: Why is my computer so slow? Also me: *opens 500 Google Chrome tabs, launches 10 different programs, inserts multiple SD cards, sets keyboard on fire*

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6 years

I’ve been following the William Shatner vs Global News situation unfold with much interest. I’ve decided to create a thread summarizing (to the best of my ability) what happened.

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

2 years

@GlobalGraeme More like SLIDE-walk

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Alex Cooke

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4 years

Heartbroken for the wonderful folks at @NEWS957 who are getting laid off. An especially big shoutout to my stellar former boss @thesmacleodshow , who took a huge chance on me when I was fresh out of j-school and taught me everything I know about live radio. Thinking of you all.

Sheldon MacLeod

@thesmacleodshow

4 years

Thanks for all of the kind words team. Still more shows before we're finished though.

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3 years

I can't express how much I've learned and grown over the last two years at CBC. Thank you to all of my wonderful coworkers and everyone who trusted me with their stories. This last year has been tough but you all helped make it a little less scary.

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4 years

Today I attended my grandfather's funeral over webcast. He passed away in Montreal on May 15 at the age of 95. Paying respects at my computer felt... odd. But I'm grateful technology is allowing people to be together in these times. Here he is in his younger years. RIP Opa.

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4 years

Huge props to the many journalists who have been working tirelessly (and also tiredly) to keep us informed during #USAelection2020 . Now go take a nap!

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@ACookeHFX

13 days

@jmfexpatcdn Go ahead!

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5 years

I never fully appreciated my cell phone until I was locked in a room with budget documents and no access to Google. #NSBudget19

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5 years

Where does the time go? Hard to believe I graduated J-school three years ago today. Life since then has been quite the ride, but it's been an exciting one and I wouldn't trade it for the world.

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3 years

Found my old Grade 9 yearbook recently, where apparently my peers said I was most likely to be a punk star. Sorry to disappoint.

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3 years

@MellyMelMac The lights look great at Sullivan's Pond!

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3 years

There is currently no lineup at the COVID-19 rapid testing site at the Halifax Convention Centre! I was literally in and out in 3 minutes. Testing is available there today until 8 p.m. Rapid testing is also available at the Halifax Central Library until 7:30.

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5 years

Merry Christmas! My gift to the world is this picture of my very offended cat in a tiny Santa hat.

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

Very pleased to report that the geese at Sullivan's Pond appear to be doing just fine!

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Alex Cooke

@ACookeHFX

4 years

A new publication staffed by young journalists and prioritizing marginalized voices just launched today. It can be very hard for new reporters to get started so this is a really cool idea. I'll be reading!

The Pigeon

@ThePigeon

4 years

It's finally Monday! We are officially live over at . Check out the site to read our first articles, and follow along on Twitter as we share some behind-the-scenes info from our staff about their pieces 🗞️

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5 years

It's a gorgeous night for the #GeorgeStreetFestival !

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3 years

Merry Christmas from me and my extremely annoyed cat

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5 years

Start spreadin' the news... I'm in New York!

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5 years

Today I slipped and fell on a patch of ice. A guy hurried over to ask if I was okay and then he also slipped... chivalry is not dead!

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6 years

This is cute. I encourage any Haligonians upset over @TheodoreTugboat 's departure this summer to read this post from the #Halifax subreddit.

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@ACookeHFX

4 years

When this is all over I will never complain about a slow news day ever again. #COVID19NS

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@ACookeHFX

12 days

Canada Post worker saves the day after child forgets stamp on postcard to grandma | Globalnews.ca

A child attending a summer camp in Dartmouth said she thought her postcard was lost after forgetting to stamp it. Thanks to her counsellor's quick thinking, it's back in transit.

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6 years

Today I (very publicly) slipped and fell on my back near a busy street while running errands. A very kind driver pulled over, asked if I was okay and offered me a ride. I said no, but the effort was appreciated. Faith in humanity = higher than faith in #Halifax salting efforts

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@ACookeHFX

6 years

#Environment minister @cathmckenna pinky swore to do her part to keep the earth clean. #EarthDay

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

Throwback to when I worked at Canadian Tire several years ago and dressed up as an actual "Canadian tire." Only one of my customers got it but I still feel like I deserved a raise. #halloween

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@ACookeHFX

3 years

Remember that brief period of time when we thought the Atlantic bubble would come back this month? Feels like a faraway dream now...

Global Halifax

@globalhalifax

3 years

BREAKING: Nova Scotia is entering a two-week province-wide lockdown.

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6 years

There are many things I will never understand. Astrophysics, for one. The meaning of life. IKEA assembly instructions. But what truly eludes me is why people enjoy smashing bus shelters for fun. #halifax

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@ACookeHFX

5 years

I'm super glad there were no reported injuries, but it always makes me sad to see downed trees. Especially the big ones. So much history they've lived through. Best of luck to the crews out there assessing and cleaning up this morning. #DorianNS

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4 years

Gotta love fall in Nova Scotia.