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Halifax councillors amend convenience store bylaw to allow 1am close

by Zane Woodford September 13, 2023September 13, 2023

Jubilee Junction Convenience in Halifax on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. — Photo: Zane Woodford

The original plan to close Jubilee Junction and Triple A at 11pm was controversial.

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Halifax councillors amend convenience store bylaw to allow 1am close

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