Fashion Show for Bleacher Seating

Bluenose Academy

An upcoming fundraiser is helping Bluenose Academy get bleacher seating for the school's gym. The Sea of Colours Fall Fashions will be held Thursday at 7pm in the Lunenburg Community Centre. Early Literacy Leader Gretchen Gerhardt says the seating is important because it allows people to sit down while watching activities in the gym. Tickets cost $5 for children, $10 for adults or $25 for a family of four. They're available for purchase at Kinley's Drug Store, Centre Consolidated and Lunenburg Academy.

Teachers/Province Reach Agreement

The province's 10-thousand public school teachers have accepted a new two-year agreement with the province.   Members of the Nova Scotia Teachers Union ratified the agreement today (October 7th). Education Minister Ramona Jennex says both parties worked very hard to reach an agreement that is fair to teachers, affordable to the province
and in the best interest of public education. The agreement will see teachers receiving a one per cent salary increase in each of the two years. The contract also commits the Department of Education and the NSTU to establishing a joint committee to examine a number of workload issues facing teachers.

Shelburne County Business Excellence



Business Excellence



Fifteen businesses in Eastern Shelburne County have been selected as finalists for the 2011 Business Excellence Awards. In addition to the honour of being deemed a business leader in their category, the finalists will be showcased at the Business Excellence Awards dinner. Category winners will be announced at the Awards dinner at the Osprey Arts Centre on October 20th. Guest speaker for the event will be Emily Tipton, Sustainable Development Coordinator/Municipal Engineer. The Awards are hosted by the Community Business Development Corporation and The Shelburne and Area Chamber of Commerce. The top three finalists in their respective categories are:
Export Achievement Award:
Cotter’s Ocean Products Inc.
Kenny & Ross Ltd.
Ven Rez Limited

Green Award:
Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women & Song Society, Grace Poole
NSCC, Donna Bower & William Nickerson
ReHouse Timberframes, Chris Bird

Employee of the Year:
Cora Beck, Charlotte Lane Cafe
Dee Harding, H & B Car Sales Ltd. and Goulden’s shell
Joey Reynolds, Dexter’s Service Centre Ltd.

Entrepreneur of the Year:
Clark Blanchard, CBMC Engineering Limited
Nick Stewart, Nick Stewart Concrete Work
Sam Stewart, All 4 One Graphics

Business of the Year:
Don Atkinson Trucking Ltd., Bill & Sherri Harris
Harlow Construction Ltd., Robbie & Jeffery Harlow
TLC Pharmacy, Tami Crosby

High Liner Foods Inc. one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2012

A local seafood processor has cracked Canada's top 100 employers list. High Liner Foods Inc. in Lunenburg was named to the list for 2012 after being named one of Nova Scotia's and Atlantic Canada's top employers in 2011. The Vice-President of Human Resources at High Liner Foods, Joanne Brown, says they're very excited to make the list.

"We view High Liner as a very positive company to work at and it is important for us when entering into a competition like this, so we could show other people the good things we do within our company that make it attractive as a place to work."

High Liner Foods received top marks for training and skills development and community involvement. This is the first time the company has been recognized as one of Canada's top employers.

Man stable after medical distress call in Queens County

A 54-year-old man is reported to be in stable condition after going into medical distress while on a canoeing trip with friends on Lake Rossignol, Queens County. The Annapolis County native was located and rescued by a Joint Rescue Coordination Centre helicopter around 10am Thursday morning. Queens RCMP, EMO, the Department of Natural Resources, local Department of Fisheries officials and North Queens Ground Search and Rescue aided in the search. The man was airlifted from a cabin along Lake Rossignol to South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater.

Lumberjacks head to NB for three-game road trip

The CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks are off to New Brunswick Friday for a three-game road trip. The Jacks, who sit at 2-5 this season, visit the Campbellton Tigers Friday night at 8pm. The local junior club will then travel to Miramichi for a Saturday night contest, and then head to Woodstock for a Sunday afternoon date with the league-leading Slammers.

Hatfield praises perserverance and determination to South Shore Health



Derek Hatfield


A world-renowned sailor took some time recently to tell his story to members of South Shore Health. Derek Hatfield of Indian Point is the second Canadian to race around the world alone and first to do it twice. He was a guest speaker at South Shore Health's Annual General Meeting in late September. Hatfield says the story of his journey can motivate others to do great things. He says health-care is a very important issue for all Canadians and believes his speech about perserverance and overcoming major obstacles relates to it.

Framework eases into South Shore Schools

An Early Literacy Leader with the South Shore Regional School Board says the introduction of the new Framework has been a smooth transition. Gretchen Gerhardt says students are beginning to get comfortable with the program. She says she's glad the Framework starts with children in primary because it helps target kids at a younger age. Gerhardt says it's still early to tell if the Framework will have better results than Reading Recovery. She says the Department of Education has commended the School Board for their quick adjustment of adopting the Framework into their schools.

Coyote Awareness

The province is continuing its four-part plan to help people be safer from aggressive coyotes including the pelt incentive program. Natural Resources Minister Charlie Parker says the plan included hiring a wildlife conflict biologist, launching a public awareness campaign called Be Coyote Smart, training 13 trappers, and paying for marketable pelts. The same $20 incentive amount is being offered again this year, only during the regular trapping season which runs Oct. 15 to March 31.
       The number of incidents of coyotes showing aggressive behaviour this year has dropped significantly. During the April to September period of 2010, 10 incidents of coyotes showing aggression or too much familiarity with people led to 32 animals being trapped and removed. During the same period, this year, one incident was recorded, leading to the removal of two coyotes. The Be Coyote Smart educational materials, are available at: www.gov.ns.ca/natr .

BUS DELAYS ALERT

Due to heavy rainfall and flooding, Tanner Settlement Road has been closed at as has a portion of Hwy 332, on the LaHave side, between Grimm Road and Indian Path Road. This closure is affecting bus services for some children going to Centre Consolidated School and Park View Education Centre.  The following buses will not service the above mentioned areas this afternoon; however buses will stop as close possible to the barricades to drop-off students from those areas:

Route 214 with Sid Strowbridge


Rout 206 with Liz Drake


Route 215 with Lisa Tanner

Guardians of students from the affected areas may contact Cathy at 541-8252 for updates.  Please note: all other students travelling on these buses, who do not live in the affected areas, may be delayed as a cause of the above closures.

Proposed Scrap Metal Legislation Targets Thieves

The province is proposing legislation to make it harder for thieves to sell stolen metals, such as cooper pipe and  power lines. Justice Minister Ross Landry says thieves who are stealing oil pipes, telephone cables and power lines are threatening the safety of Nova Scotians, harming the environment and hurting the economy of the province. He says government intends to make it harder for them to profit from their crimes and he wants input on the proposed legislation.   Before the legislation is introduced, Landry is asking for input from Nova Scotians, including the scrap metal industry.  The legislation would require scrap metal dealers and recyclers to keep a record of transactions, including the
identity of seller, and to notify police when they receive certain items, such as industrial copper wire. The penalties for not complying with the legislation would be a fine of up to $5,000 or one year in jail.

Laughs for Leukemia and Lymphoma

Ryan Joudrey

A Maitland man is coming home to Lunenburg County to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. Ryan Joudrey was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia nine years ago, but has since beat the disease. Now, the 30-year-old Joudrey lives in Halifax and is hoping to raise funds through comedy to help patients and families who have been affected by the disease. He says it will be an entertaining night with a variety of different comedians. The Stand-up Comedy Fundraiser will take place at the Bridgewater Days Inn October 15 at 8pm. Advance tickets are available for $10 at the Days Inn or $15 at the door. Tune into South Shore Sunday Morning October 9 to hear Ryan's full interview.

Seniors Driving Course offered in Pleasantville

Seniors Safety Coordinator Beth George

Bridgewater Police and Chester RCMP are teaming up to give seniors more confidence behind the wheel. The "55 Alive" driving course is a training program developed by the Canada Safety Council and works to improve awareness and adjust driving skills. Seniors Safety Coordinator, Beth George, says they'll discuss issues like traffic hazards and laws, new technology and correcting bad driving habits. The program is free to seniors 65 years of age or older, who have a valid Nova Scotia drivers license and have never taken a safe driving program before. The six-hour classroom-based course will be held at the Pleasantville Fire Hall on October 12 from 9am until 4pm.

Weather Causing Problems for School Busses

Closure of Hwy 332 affecting drop off of some students on Route 206 (Centre Consolidated & PVEC)


Due to heavy rainfall and flooding, a portion of Hwy 332, on the LaHave side, has been closed between Grimm Road and Indian Pass Road. This closure is affecting bus services for some children on bus 206 from Centre Consolidated School and Park View Education Centre. School administration are contacting the guardians of those students who are affected.

Students who travel on Bus Route 206, but who do not live between these areas, will still be transported home; however, please do anticipate delays in their arrival.  Also as of 3:20 p.m., bus 307, Amy Levy for Chester Area Middle School is running 30 minutes late.

For updates, see ssrsb.ca

Turkey Talk

Tis the time to talk turkey. According to the Turkey Farmers of Canada, during Thanksgiving alone, over three million whole turkeys are served nationally during the holiday. Increasingly, many of these turkeys are being cooked throughout the Fall by deep frying in an outdoor cooker or turkey fryer. Before attempting to cook these moist, tasty and crispy delights users should be aware that the use of outdoor gas appliances could also pose a risk of fire or injury if not used carefully and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Before You Begin

 -Read and carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions and be aware of all warnings.
- When purchasing a turkey fryer, make sure it carries the mark of an accredited certification agency, such as the CSA International Certification Flame indicating that it meets applicable national standards.
- To avoid overheating of the liquid propane cylinder, ensure it is located as far away as practical (depending on the length of hose provided) from the fryer burner. Situate the fuel tank and fryer so that any wind will blow the heat from the fryer away from the tank.
- Turkey fryers should only be used outdoors and at least three metres (10 feet) from structures - including garages, carports and overhangs - vehicles, and combustible materials.
- Always use a turkey fryer on a level, stable, non-combustible surface, and never on a wooden deck or any structure that can catch fire. Be sure to use only the pot that came with the outdoor cooker and that it is centered directly over the burner.

Turkey Frying Time
- Never cook a partially or fully frozen turkey! A frozen turkey can cause the oil to splatter and boil over, posing a potential risk of fire and burn injuries. Prior to cooking, turkeys should be thawed in a refrigerator at least 24 hours for every 2.5 kg (five pounds) of bird.
- Dry the turkey before putting it in the oil. Pay special attention to drying the cavity of the bird as it has the greatest potential for water or ice to accumulate. Avoid marinades that may react with the hot fryer oil.
- When filling the pot with oil, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and never over-fill the turkey fryer. This can cause the oil to overflow posing a potential risk of ignition from the burner flame.
- Never heat the oil above 200°C (400°F) and always use the thermometer supplied with the turkey fryer to measure the oil temperature. Check oil temperature frequently. If the oil begins to smoke, turn gas to 'off'.
- Use well-insulated oven mitts when touching a pot lid, handles or when adding or removing food to prevent the risk of burn injuries.
- Slowly lower the turkey into hot oil with caution, being careful to avoid any overflow.
 Never leave a turkey fryer unattended.
- Young children and pets should be kept away from the area where turkey fryers are being used, even after use.

Alert: Fire!
- If any portion of the turkey fryer catches fire, do not attempt to extinguish or fight the fire. Immediately remove all people from the vicinity of the turkey fryer, and contact the fire department or 9-1-1. Do not attempt to extinguish fire with water!

Calling It A Day
- Never move the pot or drain the oil from the pot until the oil has cooled to a temperature of 45°C (115°F) or less.

Light Up the Night

Over two thousand Jack-O-Lanterns will shine at Kejimkujik National Park this Thanksgiving weekend. For the 12th year in a row, Keji will be lit by the glow of carved pumpkins and the moon. Kejimkujik has become a Thanksgiving family tradition for so many that it is one of the park's busiest weekends of the year. Visitors cook their Thanksgiving feasts on camp fires and enjoy the rich fall colours of Kejimkujik as their backdrop. The additional lure for visitors is the incredible programming and the thrill of a challenge. The Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is a huge hit and people's creativity shines. For those interested in less manual labour, on Saturday night, (October 8) Parks Canada and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada invite visitors to drop by the Sky Circle for International Observe the Moon Night. Between 7p.m. and 10p.m., volunteers from RASC will help visitors observe the splendour of the moon and of Kejimkujik's pristine night sky through telescopes. And at 8p.m., there will be a 1.5 hour night hike to explore the forest by the light of the moon. On Sunday morning, it's the Annual Cold Turkey Dip based on a cold turkey swim done in 1908, captured in the book "The Tent Dwellers".
          The weekend will culminate at the Outdoor Amphitheatre and the Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Awards Gala where winners of the pumpkin carving contest and the Friends of Keji Photo Contest are announced. For more information visit http://www.parkscanada.gc.ca/keji

Ferry Out of Service

Due to dangerous weather conditions the Tancook Ferry is out of service until further notice.

World Teacher's Day

Premier Darrell Dexter and Education Ramona Jennex honoured the province's 10-thousand teachers, including community college, and Atlantic Province's Special Education Authority teachers, today (October 5th). Premier Dexter says World Teachers' Day is an opportunity for Nova Scotians to say thank you for the work teachers do educating students. He says teachers are owed thanks and appreciation every day of the year. World Teachers' Day is celebrated annually to highlight the important role of teachers. The theme for 2011 is teachers for Gender Equity.

Four SSRSB schools receive banner from Terry Fox Foundation



Mrs. Laura Roblee, on behalf of the Terry Fox Foundation presents Ms. Carol Hughes, Principal of Pentz Elementary, with the school's participation banner.


Four South Shore schools have been recognized for their 30 years of service in the Terry Fox Run. Pentz Elementary, Newcombville Elementary, New Germany Elementary and Dr. JC Wickwire Academy were presented with a 30-year participation banner from the Terry Fox Foundation. Pentz Elementary Principal, Carol Hughes, says it's an important accomplishment for the school because it shows that the students and community have made the event a priority. Hughes says together, they have raised $25,626.17 for the Terry Fox Foundation in 30 years.

By-law causes delay for Bridgewater off-leash dog park

Bridgewater Councillor David Mitchell

The chance of an off-leash dog park in Bridgewater has hit a snag. According to zoning laws, dogs are not permitted off-leash in any park or recreational space within the town. Councillor David Mitchell says council will have to change its current by-law and receive provincial government approval. Mitchell says its roughly a four and a half month process to get the by-law changed. Mitchell hopes council will fast-track the procedure but he doesn't expect to see an off-leash dog park in Bridgewater until Spring 2012.

Adjust Driving Conditions

RCMP are reminding motorists to adjust their driving habits due to heavy rain that is expected to occur across the province today. When driving in the rain, motorists are encouraged to:

- Reduce speed and watch for puddles or dips in the road where water may be pooling.


- Drive with headlights on. It will increase visibility and will also make the vehicle more visible to other drivers.


- Refrain from using cruise control and making jerky stops and starts to prevent hydroplaning due to the buildup of water on the roads. If motorists start to hydroplane, they should stay calm and take their foot off the gas. Slowing down will usually restore contact and friction with the road surface.

McNeil Calls for deregulation of gasosline pricing

Liberal leader Stephen McNeil

Liberal leader Stephen McNeil says addressing the tax-on-tax on gasoline is an easy way for the government to make gasoline cheaper for Nova Scotians. He says the Utility and Review Board's dismissal of the premier's second attempt to adjust gas regulation is further proof that deregulation of gasoline pricing in Nova Scotia is the only answer. McNeil says by attempting to tinker with regulation , the premier is admitting that our regulatory regime is failing Nova Scotians. He says regulation costs the people of the province millions of dollars each year, drives up prices and places increased costs on the shoulders of Nova Scotians and businesses. McNeil adds removing the tax-on-tax on gas would immediately reduce the price of gas by close to four cents per litre and bring some fairness back to the pumps."

South Shore Students Win Energy Scholarships

Five South Shore students are among this years group of 19 scholarship winners from an industry-government partnership. The Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy Scholarship Program awards up to 12 scholarships, valued at 10-thousand dollars each, to high school graduates pursuing energy studies at university. It also offers up to ten, 25 hundred-dollar scholarships for students pursuing energy-related trades and technology programs at the Nova Scotia Community College.

Recipients are chosen based on academic achievement, community involvement and extra-curricular activities, and must have demonstrated an interest in the Nova Scotia energy sector.
       Pengrowth Energy Corporation, Pengrowth Management Limited and the province has invested $3 million in the scholarship program to date. Since the program's inception in 2005, 130 students have received scholarships and grants.

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS:
-- Alecia Bowers, Liverpool Regional High School
-- Kyle Boyle, North Queens Rural High School
-- Thomas Lloyd, Liverpool Regional High School
-- Haley Newell, Barrington Municipal High School
-- Ryan Newell, Barrington Municipal High School

Operation Impact

Operation Impact kicks in gear this Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Police officers throughout Lunenburg County will be out in full force for the national traffic safety initiative which runs from October 7th to the 11th. The safety blitz focuses on safe driving practices and targets high risk drivers, noting the increase in people travelling the roads . Traditionally the Thanksgiving weekend is one of the deadliest long weekends of the year on Canadian highways.

Restroom Assault

A 24 year old male remains in custody while a youth will appear in court this afternoon in connection with an alleged assault at a Bridgewater area restroom. Both are facing charges of assault causing bodily harm, as well as breaching court orders. The incident took place last Thursday, September 29th. An adult male suffered minor injuries after being jumped by the two accused. Matthew Manuel Faustino was denied bail yesterday and returns to Bridgewater Provincial Court on Wednesday.

Harbour House raises over $8,600 during 25th anniversary fundraiser

Harbour House in Bridgewater received a big anniversary present over the weekend. The shelter raised over $8,600 dollars in support of women's and children's programming like individual and group counselling and outreach services. Jayden Winfree says roughly 115 people attended the event at the Bridgewater Curling Club. The Transition Home is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month.

Argyle MLA mystified over support for Railway, not Yarmouth Ferry

Argyle MLA Chris d'Entremont

The MLA for Argyle says the NDP is giving a message to people on the South Shore that they're not important. Chris d'Entremont is reacting over the Dexter government's recent $2-million a year investment into the Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway, with no support for the Yarmouth Ferry. He says Premier Dexter should apologize for his actions.

"I think a good government is also one that would recognize its mistakes and stand down to them and say, you know, maybe we were wrong here. But, to take a Happy Days kind of look at it, when Fonzie couldn't say he was wrong, I think that's what we've got now. We've got a Premier that really doesn't want to go back on his word to admit things."

d'Entremont says he can't explain how the NDP decided that a railway was more important than a ferry because they're both important economic links. He believes the Premier should find a solution to get the ferry service back before its too late.

Liverpool Man Committed to Murder Trial

A Liverpool man accused of killing his fiance, has been committed to stand trial on a second degree murder charge. Thirty-one year old James Leroy Leopold is charged in the death of 47 year old Laura Lee Robertson who was reported missing on April 14th.  Her remains were found off Highway 208 outside Greenfield, Queens County almost two weeks later.   Leopold remains in custody since being arrested in April.  He'll appear in Supreme Court October 13th to get a trial date.   Evidence presented at the preliminary inquiry today (Monday,Oct. 3) is banned from being broadcast.

Portraits of Honour Day- October 14th

The Portraits of Honour National Tour will be rolling into Town a week from this Friday. The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg is fully supporting the venture by proclaiming October 14th as Portraits of Honour Day in the Municipality. Mayor Don Downe says Council is also sponsoring two crosses in memory of local fallen soldiers, Corporal Paul Davis and Private Rick Green. The day's activities will include a parade, opening ceremonies, and viewing opportunities for family, students and the general public . The Friends of the Fallen Banquet will be held that evening at the Bridgewater Legion Branch 24.


The Portrait of Honour is a 10 feet by 56 feet hand painted mural, depicting the faces of all 157 of Canada's fallen in Afghanistan.

Walk to School Week

Be on the look-out for kids on the streets this week.

Students from elementary to high school will be taking to their feet to mark the beginning of International Walk to School Month in October. Eight South Shore schools will be taking part in the event, also known as IWALK.
        IWALK celebrates the physical activity, safety and environmental benefits of walking and cycling. Iit's not just kids and parents who see the importance of walking to school. More and more, school administration and teachers are recognizing what active forms of transportation can do for learning.
International Walk to School Month is an initiative of Active & Safe Routes to School (www.saferoutesns.ca), coordinated in Nova Scotia by the Ecology Action Centre in partnership with the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness as part of the Active Kids Healthy Kids Initiative. For a list of participating schools, go to  http://saferoutesns.ca/index.php/event/october-is-international-walk-to-school-month/

SSH Supports Breastfeeding in the Workplace

South Shore Health is endorsing breastfeeding in the workplace . Although there is a one year maternity leave in Nova Scotia, Health Canada recommends breastfeeding for two years and beyond, well past the point that most women have returned to work. In recognition that breastfeeding is the best way to feed babies and get them off to a healthy start in life, South Shore Health has taken a lead in creating a work environment that supports staff to continue to breastfeed their babies after returning to work. South Shore Health is an active community partner on the Lunenburg & Queens Baby-Friendly™ Committee.   Since the launch of their Make Breastfeeding Your Business: An Action Support Kit in 2009, South Shore Health has developed policies to support and promote breastfeeding in the community and at work. There are also several online resources available to staff and the community to support breastfeeding. Visit Breastfeeding Supports under Home and Community Services on the South Shore Health website at http://www.southshorehealth.ca/

South Shore Health struggling to keep primary health care physicians

The VP of Medicine and Acting CEO for South Shore Health says its been a challenging year for people looking for primary health care physicians in Bridgewater. Dr. Peter Vaughan made the remarks during South Shore Health's Annual General Meeting last week. He says its an ongoing struggle to keep medical personnel in the area.

"Communities in Nova Scotia and all across Canada are increasingly forced into competition for all health care providers including nurses, lab and x-ray technologists in addition to physicians. Health care professional recruitement and retention continues to be an ongoing challenge, as we continue to work with our community partners to make our district attractive in this highly competitive environment."

Vaughan says, despite the challenges, they're working towards new and better ways of providing sustainable health services to residents.

103 Crash Kills Two, Critically Injures One

Two people were killed as a result of a two car, head-on crash over the weekend on highway 103.
It happened in fog and rain near Chester between exits 7 and 8.
One man was sent to hospital in Halifax in critical condition as a result of the
crash.
21-year-old Dustin Bruce Conrad of Shelburne and 48-year-old Deanna Lynn Huggard of Saint John, NB were pronounced dead at the scene.
Police are still trying to determine the cause of the crash.
There was fog and it was raining at the time.

Back to the Big House

The summer break for South Shore MLA's officially ends on Monday, October 31st. As spooky as it sounds Gary Ramey, Pam Birdsall and Vicki Conrad head back to the house on Halloween. The Nova Scotia government has announced the fall sitting of the legislature will begin on that date. The spring session wrapped up on May 19.


The governing New Democrats hold 31 of the legislature's 52 seats, followed by the Liberals at 13 and Conservatives with seven. There is also one Independent.

MP Keddy to Make Funding Announcements

The Municipality of Shelburne and Town of Lockeport will be getting some federal funding this weekend.
South Shore/St. Margaret's MP Gerald Keddy will be making two announcements on Saturday (Oct.1) with respect to the Government of Canada's investment in the communities.  Keddy will make the first announcement at the Sandy Point Light House & Community Hall at 10 a.m. He'll then travel to 
Seacaps Park in Lockeport to make the second funding  announcement at 11:30 a.m.

Fire Chief Recovering

Bridgewater's Fire Chief continues to recover from suffering cardiac arrest earlier this week at his Spence Street home. Sixty-four year old Wayne Thorburne could be transferred to South Shore Regional or even released from a Halifax hospital as early as Monday October 3rd. According to Deputy-Fire Chief Mike Nauss, Thorburne underwent a small surgery having a stent inserted and is on the road to recovery.

Lumberjacks edge Mariners

Andrew Wigg

Andrew Wigg scored the go-ahead goal with less than eight minutes remaining as the CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks edged the Yarmouth Mariners 4-3 Thursday night. Wigg, along with Tyler Noseworthy and Michael Crawley led the Jacks with a goal and an assist each. Wigg says it feels good to beat their South Shore rivals.

"It's really good to get wins inside our own division too, it usually makes it worth four points, especially against our biggest rival Yarmouth. They gave us a good game and it was good to come out on top."

Billy Clarke stopped 42 shots for the Jacks in the win. The Lumberjacks will head to Dieppe Saturday night to take on the Commandos.

SSRSB chair pleased with new Framework

The chair of the South Shore Regional School Board says a recent presentation on the new Framework has left him with a more positive outlook. Elliott Payzant says there were a number of positives to take from Wednesday night's display. He says he has more confidence in the Framework because it starts helping students in primary, through to grade two. Payzant says he still has some concerns because its a new program but adds, his fingers are crossed it will work out. Literacy mentor Stephen Jamieson and Early Literacy Leader Gretchen Gerhardt provided the presentation to the School Board.

Curb concerns

Councillor David Mitchell

A lack of sidewalk on one side of Glen Allan Drive has at least one Bridgewater town councillor concerned about seniors safety. David Mitchell is requesting to cut the curb down and allow seniors at Drumlin Hills to have a better chance of crossing the street. He says seniors have to walk roughly two to three hundred feet down the road, or 150 feet up the road to get to the nearest crossing. Mitchell's request is expected to be investigated by traffic authority and town engineer Harland Wyand.

Fire Chief Hospitalized

Bridgewater's Fire Chief remains hospitalized in Halifax after suffering a heart attack at his home earlier this week. Sixty-four year old Wayne Thorburne went into cardiac arrest at his Spence Street home Monday afternoon. Members of the fire department along with police and paramedics responded to the call. Thorburne was initially taken to South Shore Regional before being transferred to Halifax. Reports indicate the Chief is in a drug induced coma in order for his heart to rest. Deputy Fire Chief Mike Nauss is acting as Chief in Thorburne's absence.

Active Transportation Meeting

The Town of Shelburne, and the provincial Department of Health and Wellness and Public Health are partnering to start the conversation around Active Transportation in the town.
Many conversations and actions have, and are taking place around sidewalks, biking and walking in communities.  The Town is holding a public meeting on Monday, October 17th at 6:30 pm in the Firemen's Meeting Room at the Shelburne Community Centre to talk about Active Transportation.
          Having a walkable and wheelable community is an important part of creating a healthy, vibrant and economically attractive community. Active Transportation has strong economic, health, safety, social and environmental benefits.  If you want to know more, or have questions, please call Community and Economic Development at 875 3873 or email jlocke@town.shelburne.ns.ca

New Website Promotes Atlantic Seafood Products

A new and improved website promoting Atlantic Canadian seafood will help the industry compete in a global market.  The Atlantic Canada Seafood Trade Group has been working with the seafood industry and associations to re-create an enticing and user-friendly website that connects national and
international buyers to the product diversity Atlantic Canada has to offer. Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister Sterling Belliveau says it will connect national and international buyers with Atlantic Canadian companies to help build long-term business relationships . The website is available in English and French and is accessible by all mobile devices anywhere in the world. The website address is,
http://www.atlanticcanadaexports.ca/

Crew error blamed for Concordia sinking

A Transportation Safety Board report on the capsizing of a Nova Scotia-based tall ship off Brazil is blaming lack of knowledge by the crew for the sinking.


The Concordia, based out of Lunenburg, had 64 students and staff from the West Island College sailing school on board when it sank on February 17th of last year; everyone was rescued.

The board's report Thursday says the vessel was lost in a squall because a risk of a knockdown was not clear to the crew.

As a result, appropriate responses such as reducing sail or changing course were not taken before the squall hit.

Mosaic selected for new Bluenose Academy

A Lunenburg artist will have his work installed in the foyer of the new Bluenose Academy. Scott Conrad was announced as the winner of the school's summer-long Mosaic Design contest. The theme of the mosaic was based on student ideas and celebrates the merger of four schools; Lunenburg Academy, Lunenburg Junior & Senior High, Riverport and District Elementary and Centre Consolidated School. Students from Primary to Grade 9 at Lunenburg Academy and Centre Consolidated gathered Wednesday at Centre to vote on the mosaic choices. Conrad's design is of the schooner Bluenose sailing into Lunenburg Harbour.

Lumberjacks select Jake Bullen as team captain

The CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks have named their captains for this season. Jake Bullen will wear the 'C', while Tyler Noseworthy, Andrew Wigg and Michael Crawley will be the assistant captains. Head Coach Terry Rhindress says Bullen is the ideal captain for the team.

"Jake's more of a lead by example guy, you know, comes to practice every day, on time and accountable, and one of the first guys to step up if you need a volunteer to do something. The fans like him, the kids like him, he's just a likeable guy. Every game he gives you the best he's got. He's just one of those leaders that doesn't necessarily have to be the guy that stands up in the dressing room screaming and hollering."

Bullen is expected to begin his captaincy Thursday night when the Lumberjacks host the Yarmouth Mariners at 7pm.

Man, accused of abducting daughter, to appear in court next month

A South Shore father will be in court next month on a charge of abducting his 11-day-old daughter. Collin James Lawrence of Jordan Ferry appeared briefly Wednesday in Shelburne provincial court with a new lawyer who asked for time to familiarize himself with the case. Lawrence is charged with child abduction under a section of the Criminal Code that prohibits one parent from depriving the other parent of child access when both have lawful custody. Lawrence is also charged with mischief for allegedly damaging a telephone in the home he shared with his wife and daughter. He was charged after his wife claimed her husband had forcibly taken their baby daughter after the couple had argued. The man and baby were discovered several hours later in a vehicle near Oxford.

Climate Change Adaptation Projects

The Municipality of Chester is receiving support from the Climate Adaptation Fund for a community based project. Chester and Dalhousie University's marine affairs program will help the municipality to identify coastal adaptation options for their Climate Change Action Plan. The project will receive 10 thousand 200 dollars in funding. Chester is one of three community based adaptation projects to receive a combined total of more than 36 thousand dollars. Environment Minister Sterling Belliveau says the province must find ways to adapt to climate change, and these project will play an important role.
For more information on climate change and the adaptation fund, visit http:// climatechange.gov.ns.ca/content/home

Queensland Arson

Two changing rooms at Queensland Provincial Park have been destroyed by fire and police are calling it arson.  The RCMP received the call shortly after 4 a.m. this morning
(Wednesday September 28th), Damage to the structures is estimated between 6 to 8 thousand dollars. Police are asking anyone who may have been in the area Tuesday night to call them if they have any information that could generate new information or lead to an arrest.

Recall of Ham Product

You might want to check that package of ham in your refrigerator. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning the public not to eat Compliments brand Sensations Old-Style Smoked Ham because it may be contaminated with listeria. The affected product is sold in 175 gram packages and has a best before date of November 13, 2011. The Quebec manufacturer is voluntarily recalling the product . It was distributed in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Newfoundland and Labrador and also Quebec and Ontario.

Listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea. Those particularly at risk include pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems

Municipality of Lunenburg issues default notice to Osprey Ridge Golf Course

The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg has issued a notice of default to Osprey Ridge Golf Course. A release Wednesday says the golf course must meet financial obligations within 60 days or the Municipality will assume title to the property. Mayor Don Downe says the golf course has been an important community asset for the past 12 years, but it is now in default and action must be taken. The Municipality has supported the business since 1996 by guaranteeing a loan of $3.2-million and currently holds a first and second mortgage on the property. Downe says it's not the intention of the Municipality to operate the facility in the long-term.