Today's top headlines from CBC Nova Scotia

Good evening, these are your top stories for Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
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Teen convicted of manslaughter in death of Ahmad Al Marrach in Halifax parking garage

July 22 , 2025 at 04:05:12 p.m. ADT • :

A teenager accused of instigating a deadly ambush of Al Marrach, 16, has been found guilty of manslaughter in Nova Scotia Youth Court.

Police watchdog charges N.S. RCMP officer with sexual assault

July 22 , 2025 at 03:16:30 p.m. ADT • :

Const. Manas Parray is a member of the Inverness County District RCMP.

Nova Scotia's first land-for-housing project opens, 4 years after program launched

July 22 , 2025 at 05:32:42 p.m. ADT • :

The Progressive Conservatives are making the first delivery of a promise made in 2021 to turn surplus provincial land into affordable housing.

Documentary with N.S. connection aims to show sharks in new light

July 22 , 2025 at 04:04:59 p.m. ADT • :

The Great White North Invasion premieres on Tuesday on Discovery Plus. Watch Amy Smith's interview with Greg Trowes. He was part of the team that filmed off the coast of Lunenburg last fall.

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Dartmouth group teaches people how to defend themselves

July 22 , 2025 at 03:57:23 p.m. ADT • :

Walking alone at night can be scary. That's why some people are taking a self-defence course to learn how to defend themselves against violent attacks. Giuliana Grillo has the story.

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July 21 , 2025 at 05:43:18 p.m. ADT • :

Forestry sector exploring options after Northern Pulp gives up on new mill: mayor

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July 22 , 2025 at 12:10:12 p.m. ADT • :

Closing arguments heard in case of Halifax dentist, 82, accused of slapping child patients

July 22 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

School bus enlisted temporarily to help move Sydney cruise ship passengers

July 21 , 2025 at 08:37:56 p.m. ADT • :

The road to this couple's wedding included a brief dance party with the Halifax Pride parade

July 21 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

Their neighbours changed the coastline and they want it fixed

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