Dartmouth events kicking off as weather starts to warm
April 7, 2026
Spring may be slow in coming to Dartmouth this year, but spring activities are lining up thick and fast.
Articles
Coun. Kent: Prince Arthur getting repaved, HRM to examine parking on Marvin Street
April 1, 2026
During February's meeting about the Esson Road Project, Coun. Becky Kent told the group that Price Arthur Avenue was slated for repaving this year.
Esson Road fire marks third in two months
March 30, 2026
A fire at 42 Esson Road burned on March 28, leaving at least some of the triplex residents without a home and possessions. At least one resident was taken to Dartmouth General for observation, and at least two pets were under emergency veterinary care, as well.
‘No Trespassing’ signs at Dartmouth Cove spur confusion regarding public access
March 21, 2026
The company aiming to infill part of Dartmouth Cove has posted "No Trespassing" signs along the Dartmouth Harbourfront Trail at the cove.
Budget cuts affect local student, part-time jobs: museum director
March 13, 2026
The provincial government's cuts to grant funding are affecting many in the culture and heritage sector throughout Nova Scotia, including two Dartmouth sites: Evergreen House on Newcastle Street and Quaker House on Ochterloney Street.
Pleasant Street Diner reopening March 5
March 4, 2026
The Pleasant Street Diner will reopen its doors on March 5, nearly a month after a fire tore through the former Sobeys property in the complex shared by the diner and other businesses.
Donations being collected for family impacted by Renfrew Street fire
March 3, 2026
The family impacted by the fire at 476 Renfrew Street made it out safely – but not without losing their home and all of their possessions in the March 2 blaze.
Esson Road project meeting brings neighbours’ ideas to fore
March 3, 2026
Neighbourhood residents recently gathered at Dartmouth South Academy to discuss a project to beautify the plot of land between the end of Esson Road and the sports field behind the school.
Fire damages part of duplex on Renfrew Street
March 2, 2026
A fire has damaged part of a duplex on Renfrew Street. As of 6 p.m. the fire appeared under control; ambulances were at the scene. Chadwick and Renfrew were closed off earlier in the evening.
More than 400 new housing units coming online in area, permits show
February 25, 2026
Municipal records confirm what you’ve seen with your eyes: the Pleasant-Woodside area is experiencing a rise in new construction and renovation, with hundreds of new housing units on the way in the coming years.