Fire and emergency services are facing a precarious future according to the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs. One third of volunteers, who make up the majority of the members across the country, are over the age of 50. And I'd bet that number is higher in parts of Nova Scotia.

It was in spite of, or maybe because of, the criticism about a lack of mandatory public health measures. Both Doctor Robert Strang and Health Minister Michelle Thompson have some timely advice.

This season's Grinch will be inflation. Increased food costs and the rising cost of basics are going to cut into the holiday spending. But then again, there are other ways to celebrate the season.

She wanted to make it clear that a lot of professionals are facing challenges right now. But a teacher I spoke with recently is opening the classroom door to show us what's been happening.

I don't want to speak for everyone, but there are a lot of us who are spending too much time in front of a screen. And maybe we need a kick in the butt to get moving.

It's going to be another winter where people are struggling to find an affordable and safe space to live in Halifax. And groups like Shelter Nova Scotia are doing what they can to help. And once again, there's a call for you to help the helpers.

It's considered the most dangerous job in Canada. And when fuel and bait prices are high and there's concern over market prices, safety needs to remain the number one priority.

It was a long day of testimony for the Prime Minister at the Emergencies Act inquiry. And he did a "reasonable" job of explaining why the act was needed to clear the streets of Ottawa.

I've been blessed to have worked with amazing professionals over the years. And none was as nice a person as Chronicle Herald Arts Reporter Stephen Cooke.

We are about to be inundated with the countdown to Christmas that can be overwhelming and stressful at times. But joy and happiness can sometimes be found by accident.