Supporters of new accessible bleachers at Lockview High recognized
FALL RIVER: Supporters and donors towards the new bleachers got to have a close up look at them recently and see the donor wall installed to show their support. Lockview…
Wong’s riding in memory of friend during Wounded Warrior Canada fundraiser
FALL RIVER: A local couple are in the process of training for a big ride in support of a nationally-recognized mental health organization. Brian Wong and his wife Marlene will…
Rafflebox 5050 fundraiser launched by Track & Turf Field committee
FALL RIVER: A new fundraiser has just launched to help support the HRM Northern Suburban Track & Turf Field in Fall River. The almost $5 million project will be built…
Wong sworn in as Minister of L’Nu Affairs
FALL RIVER: The MLA for Waverley-Fall River-Beaver Bank has added a new portfolio to his resume. Brian Wong has been sworn in as the Minister of L’Nu Affairs on Feb.…
Students needs, government priorities targeted in agreements with universities
HALIFAX: New one-year funding agreements with the province’s 10 universities will cap tuition increases and spur more action on student housing, the Minister responsible for Advanced Education said. The bilateral…
N.S. announces more supports for post-secondary students
HALIFAX: Students in Nova Scotia are getting some extra support with the cost of post-secondary education from the provincial government. Advanced Education Minister Brian Wong announced Dec. 21 that the…
Aviation Museum receiving provincial support
ENFIELD: Local efforts to preserve and promote our area’s rich history will soon be bolstered thanks to an investment from the provincial government. Waverley-Fall River-Beaver Bank MLA Brian Wong made…
N.S. Power penalized more than $1 million in UARB decision
HALIFAX: The province’s power utility has been penalized more than a $1 million for not meeting performance standards. In a decision released Aug. 16 by the Nova Scotia Utility and…
Province unveils new master’s program to train physician assistants
From a release HALIFAX: Nova Scotia announced August 3, a new physician assistant program at Dalhousie University that is expected to begin in January. The two-year master’s program will be…
Province announces opening of applications for Community Economic Development Fund
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians will continue to benefit from community-based projects that spark innovation and build stronger, more collaborative regions, through investments from the Community Economic Development Fund. The fund, now…