MLAs celebrate Bridgewater’s 125 years with mayors past, present, at legislature
HALIFAX — The provincial lawmaker who represents the Main Street of the South Shore paid tribute to Bridgewater’s 125th birthday...
The many ways that we can serve
Knowing that one has found their purpose in life is important for many people, including, or perhaps especially, for young...
The Ark, Michelin reap benefits of refundable agreement
BRIDGEWATER — A refundables agreement allows a Bridgewater-based association to pay participants of its programming, while, at the same time,...
Charity fundraiser eyes $1 million milestone in 2025
LUNENBURG — On the heels of successfully drumming up $50,000 toward the future acquisition of gear for Lunenburg’s hospital, organizers...
All about the beautiful ring-necked duck
On March 23, I found ring-necked ducks at quite a few locations and Steven Hiltz reported them at Wentzell’s Lake...
Premier Houston delivers State of the Province address
COOKVILLE - "We will continue to invest in Nova Scotians. I think you're worth it. We will also commit to...
Help give a veteran a lift campaign
BRIDGEWATER - The Bridgewater #24 branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is asking for financial help.
The branch that has served...
NSJHL finals tied at one game apiece
BRIDGEWATER – The series is tied 1-1.
The South Shore Jr. B Lumberjacks and the two-time defending league champion Antigonish Bulldogs...
Lunenburg’s top bureaucrat departs back to the Prairies
LUNENBURG — Jamie Doyle’s tenure as Lunenburg’s top bureaucrat lasted nearly two years. Originally of Cape Breton, Doyle, who came...
Lighting up the night in Liverpool!
LIVERPOOL - Mother Nature co-operated this time and offered up a warm night for the first Light Up Queens Winter...
Christmas Bird Counts 2022/2023
I recently read the review for the Nova Scotia Christmas Bird Counts 2022/2023 in Nova Scotia Birds Volume 65, Issue...
The Burg Classic returns to Lunenburg
LUNENBURG - It has become a “can’t miss” event in Lunenburg.
The 11th annual Burg Classic hockey tournament fundraiser will take...
New Mahone Nursing Home to finish by June - chief executive
MAHONE BAY — The new MacLeod Group-operated Mahone Nursing Home is just weeks away from finishing and the Antigonish County-based...
It’s time for the great Lunenburg Easter egg hunt
LUNENBURG - The hunt is on once again!
Children, young and old, are invited to join in on the annual Easter...
How old is that kitten?
Last week, we talked about what to do if you find kittens outside without their mom: leave them be!
Their best...
Residents call for Lapland Road upgrades
LAPLAND — Monica Fisher is grateful for the recent grading, which improved some of the unpaved driving surface and covered...
Jr. B Lumberjacks sweep series; head to NSJHL finals
BRIDGEWATER - It was a slapshot heard throughout Bridgewater.
The South Shore Lumberjacks defeated the Capstone Colts 1-0 in game four...
Spring has sprung at SHAID
The coldest days of 2024 are finally behind us and we are gearing up for another busy kitten season here...
Colouring our outlook
Do you ever feel that many situations in your life are random, where you can’t pin down a reason for...
Province pledges new public housing complex
BRIDGEWATER — Construction of a new three-storey, 21-unit public housing complex on the town’s west side will begin next year...
Cineplex shuttering Bridgewater location
BRIDGEWATER — Cinematic big screens in town are going dark 20 years after movie-goers rejoiced the return of blockbuster films...
Signs that spring is finally upon us
I heard song sparrows singing on territory on March 11. Northern cardinals have been calling for weeks now and black-capped...
NDP cites MODL’s work while peppering province about coastal policy
BRIDGEWATER — The Progressive Conservative (PC) government’s hesitation to make coastal protection law in the province resulted in the New...
Federal minister defends carbon pricing
BRIDGEWATER — In town to announce the national government’s additional spending on a green energy program that benefits Nova Scotia...
Municipality seeks development solar garden development in Whynotts Settlement
COOKVILLE — The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg (MODL) is banking on being included in a provincial renewable energy...
