Halifax seasonal waterfront vendor location moving

The seasonal vendor area on the Halifax waterfront is moving next spring to a new, vibrant place for high-quality small business, art and entertainment.

Small businesses interested in seasonal opportunities on the Halifax waterfront can be part of an exciting new location by responding to a request for proposals issued today by the Waterfront Development Corporation. A request for proposals for marine recreation businesses is also available. Vending opportunities include twelve existing buildings and ten sites for new buildings. The focus is on high-quality small business, art and entertainment. Acting president and C-E-O of Waterfront Development, Jennifer Angel says the focus is on creating a place where locals want to be and also welcoming visitors to experience authentic Nova Scotia at its best. Both requests for proposals close January 17th.

Woman charged in Crescent Valley fire

A Saint John woman has been charged after the fire this week in Crescent Valley.

The fire in the public housing complex on Taylor Avenue has been deemed arson. 26 year old Rea Ann Thompkins was in court yesterday. THe Telegraph-Journal reports she requested a psychiatric assessment and the juge agreed sending her to the Restigouche Hospital Centre for 30 days.

Court documents listed Thompkins as living in the apartment of the four unit building where the fire started…but no other details are being released yet. She’ll return to court January 6th.