Unit renamed after substantial donation

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Drake Lowthers
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Frank Sobey (third from the left), chair of the Sobey Foundation cuts the ribbon at the official unveiling of the Sobey Cardiorespiratory Services at St. Martha’s Regional Hopsital on July 4. The unit was renamed following a significant $1 million donation in September. (Photo by Drake Lowthers)

ANTIGONISH: The ribbon for the new cardiorespiratory services unit was cut during a small gathering of provincial and municipal political representatives, members of the hospital’s foundation and hospital staff last Thursday. In recognition of a significant donation of $1 million back in September to the St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation “The Time is Now” campaign,…

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Drake Lowthers

Drake Lowthers is the editor of The Strait Area Reporter, where he leads coverage of the people, stories, and events that shape northeastern Nova Scotia and western Cape Breton Island. Originally from the Annapolis Valley, and calling Antigonish home for the past decade, he has a passion for community journalism, and has told hundreds of stories that highlight local voices - from grassroots initiatives to provincial issues that affect everyday life - in a creative, yet thought-provoking way. His dedication to excellence in journalism has earned multiple recognitions on the national stage, confirming his belief in the vital role of local news in informing, connecting, and strengthening communities. When he isn’t in the newsroom, Drake is deeply engaged in the Antigonish community, where he continues to advocate for collaboration and building a stronger future together.

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Drake Lowthers
Drake Lowthers is the editor of The Strait Area Reporter, where he leads coverage of the people, stories, and events that shape northeastern Nova Scotia and western Cape Breton Island. Originally from the Annapolis Valley, and calling Antigonish home for the past decade, he has a passion for community journalism, and has told hundreds of stories that highlight local voices - from grassroots initiatives to provincial issues that affect everyday life - in a creative, yet thought-provoking way. His dedication to excellence in journalism has earned multiple recognitions on the national stage, confirming his belief in the vital role of local news in informing, connecting, and strengthening communities. When he isn’t in the newsroom, Drake is deeply engaged in the Antigonish community, where he continues to advocate for collaboration and building a stronger future together.