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A Nova Scotia non-profit is asking people to “adopt” a bat in a bid to educate Maritimers about a rare species, while supporting bat conservation. The Nature Trust of Nova Scotia has launched the Adopt a Tri-coloured Bat initiative, in support of one of the smallest bat species in North America. The winged mammals only weigh about the weight of a Toonie but play a big role in the region’s ecosystems. “They’re a keystone species,” said Lucas Greville, a Mount Allison University professor and bat researcher. “They’re going to be eating and taking care of a lot of moths, beetles, general pests. So they’re something we really want to have around.”Maritime bat populations were devastated by white-nose syndrome in the early 2010s. The white fungus grows on the bats’ muzzles, wings, and ears during hibernation. The syndrome constantly wakes bats up during hibernation and depletes their resources. Story continues below advertisement

In photos – Nova Scotians gathered for the 44th annual Nova Scotia Fallen Peace Officers’ Memorial Service in HalifaxToday marked the 44th annual Nova Scotia Fallen Peace Officers’ Memorial Service. The service honours peace officers based in Nova Scotia who died in the line of duty. It is a humbling reminder of the selflessness and dedication of those who lost their lives while serving others. Peace officers, first responders, civilian employees, military personnel and volunteers marched from Halifax Regional Police Headquarters, on Gottingen Street, to Grand Parade. Participants from across the province then assemble at the Nova Scotia Fallen Peace Officers’ Monument for the ceremony. Dignitaries brought remarks and then wreaths were laid by peace officers, dignitaries and family members in memory of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A water main break on Chicago's Northwest Side flooded at least six homes overnight, leaving residents with water-filled basements and raising questions about responsibility as construction work was underway on nearby sewer and water infrastructure. Home video recorded shortly before 11 p.m. Thursday showed water slowly covering Newland Avenue near Grace Street. Residents were later seen outside speaking with a contractor as water continued flowing from the ruptured pipe into the early morning hours. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIn one exchange captured on video, a homeowner asked, "Who do we talk to about our flooded basements? "Another person responded, "We cannot shut the main down. We can't turn the water off because Bridge Elementary is on here. "Residents said the flooding continued for hours before city crews arrived. "No one showed up. Water all over. And then, this morning, I came down to my basement and it was flooded; almost like three-feet of water," said homeowner Ruberto Barrera, whose home was among those affected. Barrera lives on Newland Avenue, where at least six homes were flooded.

The mayor of a Montreal suburb pleaded guilty to a professional ethics breach and faces a $30,000 fine over comments he made about Palestine. Hampstead Mayor Jeremy Levi entered his plea on Thursday after a complaint to the Quebec order of professional accountants.

A person was shot Friday in Dorchester and has life threatening injuries, police said. At 10:24 p.m., officers responded to a report of a person shot on Beauford Lane in Dorchester, a Boston police spokesperson said. The person likely has “life threatening injuries,” the spokesperson said. The investigation is ongoing. No further information was immediately available. This breaking news story will be updated. Madyline Swearing can be reached at madyline.swearing@globe.com.