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Hospital Foundation celebrates another record fundraising year at AGM
SYDNEY: The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation marked another milestone year during its Annual General Meeting held, April 21 at the Membertou...
COMMUNITY
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Across St. Mary’s, volunteerism is simply a way of life
SHERBROOKE: In many small communities across the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s, volunteerism is simply a way of life, and many essential services depend heavily on it....
Port Hood wastewater project underway
PORT HOOD: Work to replace a long-standing wastewater lift station in Port Hood got underway earlier this week, marking a major infrastructure investment aimed at improving the reliability and...
Local 4-H members participate in public speaking competition
Inverness County had strong participation in the regional public speaking event. Pictured are members Gabriella and Malia Watts, Faith Campbell, Hayley Cox, Taylor Poirier, Halle Watkins and Annika...
Pinoy Fiesta celebrates culture, community at L’Arche Cape Breton
The unique fundraising event highlighted diversity as a defining strength of L’Arche, showcasing Filipino music, traditions and a buffet of authentic Filipino cuisine, further enriching the celebration of...
New student housing opens at Beinn Mhàbu, boosting access and easing local pressures
MABOU:A new student residence at Beinn Mhàbu is being hailed as a major step forward for both learners and the wider community.
Officials gathered April 24...
New collaborative health clinic opens doors in Antigonish County
ANTIGONISH COUNTY: A new era of primary healthcare is taking shape in Antigonish County with the opening of the Antigonish Community Health Clinic, a modern “health home” designed to...
Lobster season is set
The Mabou Harbour wharf had a flurry of activity as crews organize gear before Setting Day.
Photo by Nicole Fawcett. Blessings of the boats...
St. Martha’s Regional Hospital earns ENERGY STAR certification,
Ranks among Canada’s most energy-efficient hospitals
ANTIGONISH: St. Martha’s Regional Hospital has been recognized with a 2025 ENERGY STAR certification, becoming just the second hospital in...
SPORTS
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Larade’s TaeKwonDo returns from Atlantic Championships with medals
PORT HAWKESBURY: Larade’s TaeKwonDo sent eight athletes to the Atlantic TaeKwonDo Championships in Halifax, and the local contingent made a strong showing...
U18 Islanders reflect on strong finish to season
PORT HOOD: The U18 Major Cape Breton West Islanders marked the conclusion of their season earlier this month, gathering at St. Peter’s...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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SYDNEY: A free, in-person film industry orientation course will be held at the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Sydney Waterfront Campus, an initiative organizers say will help develop a local workforce to support the island’s expanding film...
For the third straight week, the inbox is brimming with exciting announcements, but in the interest of not giving current events short shrift, let’s start with what’s right around the corner first.
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This column has been more about upcoming concert announcements than current events lately, and that’s not going to change much this week, since the 2026 Pictou Lobster Carnival has dropped its July 3 to 5 lineup, and...
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Nova Scotia’s deficit isn’t just about Donald Trump’s Trade War
It reflects a decades-long failure to raise the revenue needed for an aging population
Nova Scotia’s 2026 budget triggered...
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After 59 years, Georgie’s Garage bids farewell
Ashley Martell of Timeless Flowers and Gifts brought George Boudreau some gifts and many other community members stopped by to wish...
