ANTIGONISH: The federal employment minister was in town last week to discuss youth employment.
On October 12, StFX University hosted a youth town hall with Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour. Also sitting in was Central Nova...
PORT HOOD: Stories that, years ago, wouldn’t dared be told publically were offered with good humour last Tuesday at the Chestico Museum.
“Moon shining and making bull beer were things that happened in our community,” said John Gillies, one of...
ANTIGONISH: Community partners received federal funding for a project trying to end gender-based violence.
On October 13, Central Nova MP Sean Fraser announced $395,000 in federal funding for the Antigonish Women’s Resource Centre and Sexual Assault Services Association (AWRCSASA). Fraser...
ANTIGONISH: It’s a big boost for the community and two community groups.
Last week, Central Nova MP Sean Fraser announced $625,000 in funding to help renovate the former National Philatelic Centre building, which is shared by the Canadian Association of...
ARICHAT: The Canadian Coast Guard now has community support to replace another lighthouse in the area.
During a public meeting on October 3 in Arichat, residents approved a proposal, endorsed by the Isle Madame Lighthouse Preservation Society, for the Coast...
PORT HAWKESBURY: A local college campus is on its way to helping raise money for students.
On October 5, NSCC kicked off its “Make Way – The Campaign” for NSCC fundraising drive, with the goal of raising $25 million for...
ANTIGONISH: The plan is out in the community.
The Antigonish and County Community Health Board, the Strait Richmond Community Health Board, and the Guysborough Community Health Board unveiled their Collaborative Community Health Plan last week at East Antigonish Education Centre/Academy.
The...
PORT HAWKESBURY: A mass casualty exercise was held in the town last week to test the capabilities of local first responders.
Port Hawkesbury Volunteer Fire Department chief and Town of Port Hawkesbury Emergency Management coordinator Curtis Doucette explained the simulation...
PORT HAWKESBURY: NSCC students want a safe walking lane between their school and the town.
On October 2, the Nova Scotia Community College Strait Area Campus hosted a walk-a-thon. The event raised $13,000 for the ROC Society.
“About 90 students came...
ANTIGONISH: A local campaign is aiming to make local communities safer.
On October 5, the Strait Area Community Response to Sexual Violence Network launched the “Every Door is the Right Door” campaign.
Project manager Nancy O’Regan said the campaign involves inviting...