New Long-Term care home opens early in Bedford
BEDFORD: Seniors now have more access to long-term care with 144 new, modern single rooms opening early at Moody Hall in Bedford. Originally slated to open this summer, the first…
The rising dangers of wildfires: Breaking down provincial worries
From a release First Onsite survey explores wildfires, smoke, evacuation, and family safety MISSISSAUGA, ONT.: FIRST ONSITE Property Restoration, Canada’s leading property restoration company, marks the beginning of the 2025…
Town of Truro, Municipality of Colchester announce governance transition of Central N.S. Civic Centre Society
TRURO: The Town of Truro and Municipality of Colchester County have issued a statement informing the public of governance transition of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Society (Society), the…
Swole Bears among entrepreneurial businesses recognized by province
HALIFAX: Students in Nova Scotia have been recognized for their outstanding entrepreneurial talent with the Minister’s Entrepreneurship Award of Excellence. Each year, students in grades 6 through 12 are invited…
Quarry expansions in Digby, Colchester Counties approved
From a release COLCHESTER COUNTY: Two quarries are expanding to support Nova Scotia’s growth, jobs and infrastructure. The quarries in Kemptown, Colchester County, and Seabrook, Digby County provide stone, gravel…
N.S. announces free Shingles Vaccine available this month
HALIFAX: Starting May 20, Nova Scotians aged 65 and older can book their free shingles vaccine appointment. The first appointments will be May 28. “Across Canada, nearly one in three…
Province provides tips on preparing for Blue-Green algae season
HALIFAX: As Nova Scotians head outdoors in the warmer weather to enjoy the province’s lakes, they should know about and watch for blue-green algae. “Nova Scotia is known for our…
Youth Climate Action Fund program funding recipients announced
HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality has announced winners for the second round of funding through the Youth Climate Action Fund. The program provides technical assistance and funding to cities worldwide…
GPV students enjoy learning about N.S. farm markets, food products at Buy Local Expo
FALL RIVER: A Buy Local Expo gave Georges P. Vanier Junior High students like Ashley Demings, Aliya Irving and their peers an “eye-opening” experience on the food products and farm…
Aerotech Connector expected to open by late summer: official
WELLINGTON: The much-anticipated opening of the Aerotech Connector in Wellington is just months away. As work is progressing on the construction of the roundabout at Hwy 2 and the Connector,…