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In just 12 months, the Maritimes experienced major storms, political sea changes, historic heat levels and no shortage of triumphs and tragedies. As 2024 draws to a close, check out an alphabetical ranking of some of the biggest stories that shaped the lives of people on the East Coast.
Aurora borealis: At this time of year? Localized entirely in the Maritimes? It happened multiple times across the region in 2024 due to increased solar activity, treating sky-gazers to a colourful and dazzling display.
Blue wave: Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston called a snap election in November. He said he needed a new mandate from voters and he got one as they put the Progressive Conservatives back in power with a 43-seat supermajority. That election also saw the rise of the NDP as the official Opposition as the Liberals collapsed to just two seats.
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