Lost surnames

Looking back over the decades, and indeed centuries, it is amazing to observe the numerous family names that once were common in this area. One of those names that no longer holds a place here is Muise.
PORT HAWKESBURY: The town is taking precautions to protect public health in view of the daily and changing news and government direction concerning the Novel Coronavirus (COVID 19). All tow council meetings and...
PORT HAWKESBURY: The province now has its first confirmed case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), with another four more presumptive positive cases, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Robert Strang, announced during a press conference Monday afternoon.
While Canada mobilizes to respond to the spread of COVID-19, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support. Many of you have reached out to one of our staff with tips, questions and gratitude...
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One of my all-time favourite singers and songwriters passed away not long ago, so I’m writing this column while my emotions are still raw and bubbling just beneath the surface. That seems only appropriate when writing...
STRAIT AREA: With fears surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic spreading even more quickly than the virus, a great number of sports events across the province have been cancelled – and the effect is certainly felt locally. As of last...
ARICHAT: The Municipality of the County of Richmond has decided on a number of measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. During a special emergency meeting this afternoon in Arichat, Richmond Municipal Council decided to postpone all municipal...
The decision by Richmond Municipal Council to deny funding for participants wanting to take part in an upcoming Female Leadership School has, ironically, done more to help the event and the underlying causes it is promoting, than any approval could...
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