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HALIFAX: Opposition parties are calling on the provincial government to provide clearer updates on its progress in implementing recommendations from the inquiry...
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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...
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...
Town of Antigonish approves 2026-27 budget with no change to tax rates
ANTIGONISH: Councillors in the Town of Antigonish have approved their 2026-27 municipal operating budget, maintaining residential and commercial tax rates at current levels while advancing several infrastructure, environmental, and...
Construction worker assaulted; town staff call for respect, safety
ANTIGONISH: Senior officials in the Town of Antigonish are reminding the public about the importance of respecting workers after an incident in which a crew member was physically assaulted...
Wagmatcook man charged with aggravated assault following early-morning Eskasoni incident
ESKASONI: A Wagmatcook man has been charged with aggravated assault after an early-morning incident in Eskasoni that left a youth with life-threatening injuries, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted...
10th Annual Shine Blue show includes film screening, supports new non-profit
ST. PETER’S: As a local autism fundraiser marks a significant milestone, a community advocate is charting a new course to continue delivering services to the autism community after losing...
Province again denies funding for key rural road upgrades
ANTIGONISH COUNTY: The Municipality of the County of Antigonish has once again been denied provincial funding for several rural road projects, extending what local officials describe as a years-long...
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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...
Thanking Jesus for the touchdown – What makes you so special?
I think the wheels first came off when we started thanking Jesus for helping us win the game and score the goal....
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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...
