By Alec Bruce, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Guysborough Journal
GUYSBOROUGH: If you’re a seasoned and visionary leader with a strong understanding of municipal governance – and a soft spot for long walks...
A monument for Austin Letcher Sr. was permanently installed at the Grants Pond Trailhead
PORT HAWKESBURY: The life and service of Forest Ranger Austin Letcher Sr. were honoured at a dedication ceremony in Port...
Facility, which began operating in 1890, had a history of overcrowding and fire hazards
ARICHAT: Representatives from the Municipality of Inverness County presented an update at Richmond County Council’s Oct. 14 meeting on a...
PORT HAWKESBURY: A retired RCMP officer has been charged with three counts of sexual assault following an investigation by Nova Scotia’s Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT).
SiRT announced Oct. 15, its director has reasonable...
STRAIT AREA: The Province of Nova Scotia is significantly expanding its support for emergency services providers, with several local fire departments across the Strait Area among the 144 organizations set to receive funding through the Emergency Services...
Moncton, N.B.: Atlantic Canadian seafood took center stage in Europe last week as 12 companies from the region participated in the Conxemar International Frozen Seafood Trade Show in Vigo, Spain, from Oct. 7-9.
The...
PORT HAWKESBURY: Continuing a longstanding tradition, the Town of Port Hawkesbury has once again enacted a Halloween night curfew to promote safety for trick-or-treaters.
During its Oct. 7 council meeting, members voted to approve...
WEST BAY: The West Bay Road & District Volunteer Fire Department has marked a busy year with new equipment, ongoing training, and active community involvement, all while navigating challenges facing volunteer services across Nova Scotia.
PORT HOOD: Municipal officials in Inverness County are exploring ways to improve how residents get from Point A to Point B.
“We want to get the community more interested and engaged in talking about...
CHÉTICAMP: A wastewater backup at Foyer Père Fiset Nursing Home on Oct. 8 caused significant flooding within the facility, forcing the temporary relocation of several residents and prompting a large-scale cleanup and damage assessment.