Waverley native appointed Chief Conductor of Iceland Orchestra
WAVERLEY: A native of Waverley who performs overseas has been elevated to a new role by the Iceland Symphony Orchestra (ISO). In a release on her Facebook page, Barbara Hannigan…
“This is the beginning.” Autism Action Plan just a start, hopes Executive Director
BEDFORD: The first-of-its-kind in Nova Scotia Autism Action Plan announced by the province on Wednesday morning in Bedford is just the start, hopes the Executive Director of Autism Nova Scotia.…
East Hants RCMP officer meets his match – a duck
MILFORD: It was a fun shift at work on May 15 for an East Hants RCMP officer. Const. Andrew Ouellette, the School Safety Officer for East Hants, found himself making…
Free classes for seniors being offered in Wellington
WELLINGTON: Seniors looking to learn computer skills; relax with yoga; and show off their artistic side can do all that in one spot. The Wellington-Fletchers Lake Station House will be…
N.S. NDP: Houston government must commit to keeping health care public
From a release HALIFAX: The N.S. NDP say as walk-in clinics close and Nova Scotia’s family practice wait list surpasses 15 per cent of the population, the government under Premier…
PHOTOS: Author bookshop and reading an enjoyable weekend for all
MILFORD: It was a great couple of days at the East Hants Writers Federation annual bookshop and reading. The event took place in the basement at Milford Rec Hall on…
Hard work pays off for Lockview High students Kerr, Gaudry
FALL RIVER: Two Lockview High students feel honoured to have been nominated and selected from amongst their peers for a prestigious provincial award. Madeleine Kerr of Fall River and Cate…
Halifax man suffers serious injuries in mvc; others sustain minor injuries
BEDFORD: A 24-year-old Halifax suffered life-threatening injuries following a serious single-vehicle collision on Hwy 101 east near exit 1H Bedford. RCMP said police, EHS, and local fire services were called…
Pilot project announced for three-wheeled vehicles
HALIFAX: A five-year pilot project to test and evaluate the operation of federally approved three-wheeled vehicles on Nova Scotia roads begins this month. “Road safety for all users is our…