Monday, March 10, 2014

Bridgewater: Fishing Dragger Takes On Water

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A 45-foot fishing dragger started taking on water earlier today off the government wharf in Bridgewater. Fire officials from the town and Da...

Risley Honoured By Business Hall Of Fame Nod

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The owner of White Point Beach Resort in Queens County says he's honoured to be part of this year's induction class for the Nova Sco...

Several NS Towns Facing Dire Financial Squeeze

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Last week, Springhill annouced its intention to seek permission to drop its town status in favor of joining the larger surrounding municip...

Public Hearing Planned On Fate Of Lunenburg Building

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The proposed demolition of an old waterfront landmark in Lunenburg is the subject of a public hearing tomorrow night (Tuesday). The town, ...

Ramblin' Hank To Be Honored With Stamp

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A big celebration is planned for May in Liverpool. May 9th will be Hank Snow's 100th birthday and to commemorate the occasion, Canada ...

Former Queens Mayor Named Transition Coordinator For Springhill

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A former mayor of the Region of Queens will oversee the change in governance for the town of Springhill. The province has appointed John Lee...
Sunday, March 9, 2014

Lobster Report Recommendations Need Implementation: Chris d'Entremont

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Maritime fisheries ministers, representatives of the lobster industry and others will be meeting near the end of the month. They'll be...

The Marketing Of Tom Mulcair

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In light of the high-profile Justin Trudeau leading the Liberals, federal New Democrats are launching a campaign to counter his popularity...

RCMP Warning Residents About Fraud

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RCMP are warning residents to protect themselves from fraud by keeping their personal information safe. March is fraud prevention month. Pol...
Friday, March 7, 2014

Long-time Newspaper Editor Moving On

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The president of Lighthouse Media Group calls it a sad day. Long-time editor, Vernon Oickle, is no longer with the Lunenburg County Progress...

Emera/NS Power Execs Hauling In Big Bucks

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As power rates continue to soar in Nova Scotia, the top brass at Emera, the parent company of Nova Scotia Power, have again rewarded the...

Clocks Spring Ahead This Weekend

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Daylight savings time begins on Sunday. People are reminded to set their clocks and watches ahead one hour at 2 a.m., or Saturday evening ...

Drennan, McIntosh Each Earn Silver At CIS Championships

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A pair of Lunenburg County athletes have earned silver medals at the CIS Track and Field Championships. Bridgewater's Rachael McIntosh...

Lower Gasoline Prices

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Gasoline prices are lower this morning. Regular self serve is selling at South Shore pumps for $1.39.3 per litre. Thats 2.5 cents lower th...
Thursday, March 6, 2014

Chester: 'Our Health Centre' Striving Towards Financial Goal

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Proponents with 'Our Health Centre' in Chester have raised just over $2.2-million towards the facility. The community group is prop...

Back Center Woman Faces Charges Relating To Elder Abuse

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A 59-year-old woman is facing several charges in connection with elder abuse. Lunenburg County RCMP say an 81-year-old woman was the victi...

Crash Causes Power Outage In Chester Area

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Nova Scotia Power says there are roughly 1,000 homes and businesses without power  in Chester-area including East River, Simms Settlement, H...

Region Of Queens Fire Departments Look For Help With New Equipment Purchases

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Volunteer fire departments in the Region of Queens are becoming increasingly concerned about finances. More money is needed to upgrade fir...

Blockhouse: Waldorf School Finalist In National Contest

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An independent school for young children in Blockhouse is in the running for a national contest. The Waldorf school is listed as a finalis...

McIntosh, Drennan Compete For National Titles

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A pair of Lunenburg County athletes are going for gold at the CIS Track and Field Championships in Edmonton. Bridgewater's Rachael McI...