Knights pull away late in win over Dragons in boys hoops
FALL RIVER: The Lockview High Dragons kept things close until late in the going. During a Metro High School boys game against Millwood Knights, the Dragons hit a buzzer beater…
New social work cohort for Black/African Nova Scotian Students
FALL RIVER: N.S. is investing in training to help address under-representation of Black/African Nova Scotians in the social work field and ease pressures on the healthcare and social service systems.…
Blackburn highlights 2022 for Beaver Bank, expects challenging 2023 for council
BEAVER BANK: Lisa Blackburn said 2022 was a challenging year for regional council, and 2023 looks to be as challenging for councillors with HRM. In 2022, topics such as policing…
COLUMN: MPs News and Views with Darrell Samson
By MP Darrell Samson BLACK HISTORY MONTH The month of February is a time to celebrate the many contributions of Black Canadians to our history, identity, and strength as a…
COLUMN: Looking ahead at 2023 with cautious optimism
By Jennifer Rideout Last year was challenging and especially harsh for balanced and income-focused investors. In most periods, bond markets have helped offset poor equity performance. This year both stocks…
Suburban FC U-13 AA girls bottle drive raises more than $1500
FALL RIVER: The Suburban FC U-13 AA girls soccer team got a great start to their fundraising towards a trip to Ontario. In a recently held bottle drive, the girls…
Nominations open for l’Acadie and Francophonie Award of Excellence
HALIFAX: Nominations for the Lieutenant-Governor’s Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie opened January 24. The award recognizes people whose social, economic or cultural contributions have made a difference in…
Halifax health science firms pursue innovative solutions to medical challenges
HALIFAX: Atlantic Canada’s bioscience sector has become a key driver of economic growth and diversification for the region. The federal government is investing to help three Halifax bioscience companies create…
Fall River’s Langille stands tall as Lady Pens earn MMFHL tie with Lynx
MAIN PHOTO: Kaitlyn Langille of the Pens stretches out her pad to make the save as the stick of a Lynx player is blocked from getting the rebound. (Healey photo)…
Privateers sweep Jr B Pens in NSJHL play
LIVERPOOL: The Liverpool Privateers took four key points from the East Hants Junior Penguins on the weekend. In a home-and-home set, the Privateers beat East Hants in Lantz 4-3 in…