Long-serving and highly popular Strait area priest Father Hughie D. MacDonald is preparing to retire from the priesthood after 66 years.

CREIGNISH: A much loved clergyman is stepping down. After 66 years of dedicated service, Father Hughie D. MacDonald, who recently turned 93, made the decision to retire. “I feel fine but I think I’m not quite as mobile as I used to be,” said Fr. MacDonald. “I still do all my duties and I feel…

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Matt Draper

Antigonish native Matt Draper has been a photographer, reporter and columnist for The Reporter since 2003.