Helping others through experience: Dick Jamer’s story
By Lauren MacDougall When Dick Jamer’s wife Jan was diagnosed with dementia, he wasn’t sure where to turn. “I had no idea what the diagnosis meant or what help was…
Seniors Supper set for Tuesday
FALL RIVER: This Tuesday Oct. 28 is the Seniors Supper at the LWF Hall. The supper is put on by the Fall River & Riverlake District Lions Club at the…
New CPR guidelines for Canada released
TORONTO, ONT.: On Oct. 22, Heart & Stroke released the latest five-year update to itsCanadian Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care(ECC). Among the key updates is a…
“She was just perfect.” Remembering Lucy Cable-Munroe
FALL RIVER: The laughter, kindness, and light of 10-year-old Lucy Cable-Munroe still fill the hearts of those who loved her. Lucy was one of two children who tragically lost their…
‘She was fearless’: Family remembers five-year-old Adalind Gaul
FALL RIVER: Fearless. Determined. Loving. Those are just a few of the words used to describe five-year-old Adalind Gaul, whose boundless energy, adventurous heart, and gentle soul left a lasting…
BMO Ride for Cancer surpasses $15 million raised for cancer care; 2026 to be grand finale
Atlantic Canada’s largest cycling fundraiser marks 11 years of impact, more than $2 million raised in 2025, and announces 2026 as its grand finale HALIFAX: Atlantic Canada’s largest cycling fundraiser…
Community continues to step up: Family friend starts GoFundMe for Gaul family
FALL RIVER: A family friend of the second child who died tragically in a boating accident weekend has started a GoFundMe with the approval of the family. Adalind Gaul, five-years-old…
Annual GPV band craft fair showcases creativity, community spirit
FALL RIVER: The annual Georges P. Vanier Junior High Band Craft Fair once again filled the school gym and cafeteria with colour, creativity, and community spirit from Oct. 17–18. Dozens…
GoFundMe launched for Cable-Munroe family; Meal train started for both families
FALL RIVER: A GoFundMe has been launched (with permission from the family) in support of the family of one of two children who died tragically in a boating accident last…
History made: Lady Dragons go undefeated to capture provincial gold
OXFORD: The Lockview High Lady Dragons made history in dominant fashion, going a perfect 5–0 to win gold at the inaugural School Sport Nova Scotia high school girls baseball provincials.…