The Chief Librarian of Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library (PARL) says he is deflated that branches will not get sustainable funding. The province denied changing the funding formula for PARL, so services will get cut back. Eric Stackhouse told us it means some locations may need to close one a...
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by Caitlin SnowLegendary Canadian curler Colleen Jones has died at the age of 65 after a battle with cancer, according to her son Luke. In a post on social media, he says she passed late Tuesday morning after three-year battle. “Late this morning while looking out over the ocean on her favorite spot in Maders...
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by Alex AllanMore people in Charlotte County will soon gain access to primary care with the expansion of the Collaborative Wellness Centre in St. Stephen. The provincial government is providing $3.6 million to Horizon Health Network to move the clinic into a larger space, recruit more health professionals...
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by Alex AllanCanada’s Commissioner of Official Languages said recurring problems are putting minority language communities at risk. Raymond Théberge released his midterm report on the federal Action Plan for Official Languages 2023–2028 at a press conference in Dieppe, New Brunswick. The plan includes $4.1...
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by Caitlin SnowHRM can improve how it manages recreation programming planning according to a new report by Auditor General Andrew Atherton. The review released Tuesday, found their strategies needed some work. “HRM has numerous recreation programming strategic objectives, which considered community need when...
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by Tara ClowSaint John Police is raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving. A campaign is currently underway and will run until November 27. Police say there’s a risk if a driver’s eyes come off the road for even a second. Distractions may include eating or drinking, texting, or talking on...
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by Caitlin SnowIf you are visually impaired, Neptune Theatre in Halifax has a service to enhance your theatre watching experience. The timeless classic Wizard of Oz is currently playing and is one of the few shows of the season that offers audio description. According to Charisse Lebrun, the director of...
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by Tara ClowThe annual collection of food and monetary donations has begun in Anglophone East schools. This is the 26th year of the tradition for students competing to make sure their school brings in the most. “It seems every year the need is there. It increases, and we’ve done some great work in the past....
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There’s a growing culture of safety in Nova Scotia’s fishing industry. According to the Workers Compensation Board, the injury rate has dropped 45 percent in the last five years. CEO of WCB Nova Scotia Karen Adams says it’s due to collaboration among industry partners. “Groups of people from...
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The Old Fashioned Christmas at Sherbrooke Village is making its return this year. The Village will be decked out with over 65,000 lights, decorations, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. There will be workshops, crafts, wagon rides, Victorian tea, an escape room, music, fireworks and...
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