Queens Place To Host World Junior 'A' Exhibition Game

Some big news for Queens Place Emera Centre and the local Maritime Hockey League team. The 2012 World Junior 'A' Challenge Host Committee announced today that Liverpool will host the Czech Republic team for a two-day training camp November 1st and 2nd. An exhibition game between the Czechs and the CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks is also planned for November 2nd. Tickets for the exhibition game will be available starting Monday for $15 on the Hockey Canada website or at Queens Place Emera Centre. The 2012 World Junior 'A' Challenge will be held November 5-11 in Yarmouth and features teams from the Czech Republic, Russia, United States, Switzerland, Canada West and Canada East.

Student's Car Damaged After Trip On Forties Road

A Lunenburg County university student is facing a hefty repair bill following a drive on the ragged Forties Road in Lunenburg County. The road from New Ross to East Dalhousie is uneven and features some deep divots and hasn't seen any new pavement in over a decade. Chester councillor Cheryl Scott says she received a letter from a young woman indicating her car sustained $500 in damage after a recent drive on the rough stretch of road.



Scott says the road is so bad, businesses are losing customers because no one wants to drive on the road. The Nova Scotia government has recognized the road needs new pavement but offered no timeline as to when that may happen.

Call For Action As Gas Prices Increase Again!

A big jump in South Shore gasoline prices overnight. Regular self serve is selling today for $1.44 per litre ... thats a 5 cent increase from yesterday. Diesel is ... down ... slightly to $1.35.6 .... thats a cent and a half lower. Heating oil is down by a similar amount. Canadian Taxpayers Federation Atlantic President Kevin Lacey tells us .... consumers are being taxed-to-death on gasoline and its making life even more difficult.



Lacey says the only winner in all of this is the government which collects millions in tax revenues from gasoline sales.

Bantam 'AA' Bulldogs In Cole Harbour For Atlantics

Another Bridgewater baseball team is getting the chance to bring home an Atlantic title. The Bantam 'AA' Bulldogs are in Cole Harbour this weekend for the Atlantic Championships, featuring the top teams from the Maritimes and Newfoundland. Bridgewater opens up play at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon against Dartmouth. The Bulldogs also take on Lancaster, New Brunswick Friday night at 8pm, PEI Saturday afternoon at 1pm and Gander, Newfoundland Sunday at 11am. The top two teams after the round robin will meet in the Championship game Sunday afternoon. The Peewee 'AAA' Bulldogs brought home bronze in their Atlantics last weekend in Newfoundland. Some games are expected to be broadcast online at http://www.bellaliant.net/communityone/ .

Three Games In Three Days For Mustangs

A busy start to the regular season for the South Shore Canadian Tire Mustangs. The local major midget club is on the road Friday night in Berwick to open their regular season against the Valley Wildcats. The Mustangs then travel back to Bridgewater for a two game series against the Cape Breton West Islanders. The Stangs host the Islanders Saturday night at 8pm and Sunday morning at 10:45 at the Bridgewater Memorial Arena..

Chester: Old Stone Bridge Heritage Designation

The Old Stone Bridge in Chester will receive its official heritage designation during an event later today. MLA Denise Peterson-Rafuse will unveil a provincial heritage plaque at the little bridge on Victoria Street symbolizing its rich history. The bridge was designated a provincial heritage property in April. It's the first structure in the province to receive such designation that is not a building or property. The bridge dates back to the late 1800's and still sees regular traffic.

Ready, Set .. Here We Go - Jacks Hockey Returns!

It'll be a big night tonight at the Bridgewater Arena. The new Maritime Hockey League season is getting underway and the CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks will be hitting the ice in their home opener. Action begins at 7 o'clock as the Lumberjacks host their rivals, the Yarmouth Mariners. During the exhibition season prior to tonight's game, the Jacks racked up two wins and two losses.
-- Next Tuesday night, the Lumberjacks organization will honour local Olympian, Jenna Martin. She recently competed at the 2012 London Olympics and set personal best times while qualifying just prior to the games. Martin will be honoured during the game at the Bridgewater Arena when the Jacks host Pictou at 7:30 (Tuesday night).

Big Hike In South Shore Gasoline Prices

Hope you topped up your gas tank before midnight last night. As expected, gasoline prices at South Shore pumps have taken a hike this morning. Following on the heals of a similar increase in New Brunswick the night before, this province's utility and review board set prices overnight here. Regular self serve is selling this morning for a dollar-44 a litre ... thats a 5 cent increase from yesterday. Diesel is down though to a dollar-35-point 6 .... thats a cent and a half lower. Heating oil is down by a similar amount.

MODL Forwards Road Concern To The Province

A request to to have a Lunenburg County road surveyed will go through the province. The Municipality of Lunenburg received information from residents in Barss Corner and Margaretsville asking them to help improve conditions of the Oakhill Public Road from Walburne Road to West Whales Lake. The residents are worried about the lack of public access to the lake. Municipality of Lunenburg mayor Don Downe says their hands are tied.



Downe says the municipality will write a letter on behalf of the residents to the Department of Transportation to outline their concerns.

Chester Warden Receives Diamond Jubilee Medal

It's obvious members of council and staff in Chester can keep a secret. Long time warden Allen Webber was presented with a Queens Diamond Jubilee Medal in a surprise presentation during council this morning. Deputy Warden Floyd Shatford says Webber is a deserving recipient after committing over three decades of his life to Chester through his role as a councillor and warden.However, Shatford says they wanted it to be a surprise.




Webber says he is grateful and humbled by the recognition from his colleagues. The medal serves to honour significant contributions and achievements by Canadians and was created to recognize the Queens 60th anniversary of her accession to the Throne.

Chester: Armstrong Brings Hard Work Approach

The incumbent candidate in the village of Chester says he'll continue to bring a work boots and lunch pail approach to the council table. Brad Armstrong is a carpenter by trade and says he wants to continue working hard on behalf of the residents in the village. Armstrong is being contested for the District 3 seat by local chamber of commerce president Ben Wiper. Armstrong believes a councillor needs to be available and accessible at all times and says he's done his best to meet those requirements.



Armstrong was first elected in 2008 and is looking for his second term. He feels his experience and dedication will be an asset on the next council.

Meisner Wants Increased Transparency At MODL

A mayoralty candidate for the Municipality of Lunenburg believes there should be more openness and transparency around the council table. Kirk Meisner has announced he will challenge Don Downe for the mayor's seat in municipal elections next month. Meisner admits he has no political background but spent 23 years involved with the onshore and offshore gas industries. He feels council has been tight-lipped about the LCLC.



Meisner also believes more could be done to attract young families to the municipality. Elections will be held October 20 province-wide.

Long-time Resident Running For Bridgewater Council

A lifelong resident of Bridgewater is going after a seat on council. Dennis Woodworth has lived in the town since 1971 and says the timing is right to represent the people. He hopes residents will take advantage of their right to vote.



Woodworth feels he would be best utilized at the council level because of his volunteer service and business experience in the town. Eleven other candidates are vying for a seat when e-voting opens October 11 in Bridgewater.

South Shore Gasoline Prices Expected To Increase

While gasoline prices in many parts of the country are expected to fall tonight, here on the South Shore be prepared for prices to actually rise above the dollar-forty a litre mark. For the sixth week in a row, the price of gas is up in New Brunswick today and thats usually an indication of what may happen here when prices are set late tonight. The New Brunswick energy and utilities board has increased regular self-serve almost five cents to a new top price of $1.40.8 a litre. The price of both furnace oil and diesel have fallen this week.

Bridgewater Adopts Healthy Eating Policy

It's an initiative to try and get people to choose healthy snacks over junk food. The town of Bridgewater has adopted a policy to increase the amount of nutritional foods provided in recreation and municipal settings. The new policy affects all recreation facilities, events, fundraisers and vending machines on properties in the town. The plan will be implemented in two phases; the first two years will focus on providing mostly nutritional foods with other options to choose from. After two years, there would be an evaluation with a move to increase the amount of nutritional foods while cutting down on unhealthy items. Meetings will be scheduled with staff and canteen operators to renegotiate contracts to include the healthier foods.

Election Candidates List: School Board

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. Advance polling days vary between each municipal unit. Polling day is October 20th. Voting will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.

The following have filed for School Board: The top vote getters in each district will become board members.

Electoral District 1 - The entire Region of Queens Municipality (including the Maitland Bridge area of the County of Annapolis in polling District 8.)

Allan Foster
Clifford 'Butch' MacLeod
Karen Ohrt
Elliott Payzant
Courtney Wentzell

Electoral District 2 - Municipality of the District of Lunenburg Polling Districts 5, 6, 7,and 9.

Wallace Rex Cross
Elizabeth Crossland
Bob Mertens
Dan Thimot

Electoral District 3 - Town of Bridgewater

Cheryl Fougere
Jerome Tanner

Electoral District 4 - Municipality of the District of Lunenburg Polling Districts 2, 8, 10, 11, and 12.

Fred Daugherty
Brian Eisener
Jennifer Naugler
Karen Reinhardt

Electoral District 5 - Municipality of the District of Lunenburg Polling Districts 1, 3, 4 along with the Town of Mahone Bay and Town of Lunenburg.

Rick Carey
Elmer Garber

Electoral District 6 - All polling districts in the Municipality of the District of Chester.

Theresa Griffin
Warren Laws
Maxwell Rafuse

Member of Conseil Scolaire Acadien Provincial - Hank Middleton (acclaimed)

African Nova Scotian Member of the South Shore Regional School Board - Vernon Simms (acclaimed)

Election Candidates List: Region of Queens

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In the Region of Queen, advanced polls will be held October 11th and October 16th. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.




The following have filed for the office of Mayor:

Chris Clarke
David Dagley
Owen Hamlin
Mervin Hartlen

The following have filed for council:

District 1

Darlene Norman
Brittany Wentzell-Verge

District 2:

Bruce Inglis
Heather Kelly
Gene "Gino" Wong

District 3:

Brian G. Fralic
Roger Jollimore
Stacy Smart-Chandler
Joel Zwicker

District 4:

Bev Davison
Gary Levy
Susan MacLeod
John Townsend

District 5:

Jack Fancy
William "Billy" Joudrey
Linda Rafuse
Wayne M. Wentzell

District 6:

John F. Croft
Dwight Crouse
Raymond Fiske
Doug White

District 7:

*Peter Waterman (acclamation)

Lunenburg Schooner Involved In Heroic Rescue

It's been a heroic maiden voyage for the Martha Seabury. Crew on the Lunenburg schooner is to thank for saving three men's lives during its trip to the Newport International Boat Show. The Seabury left Gloucester, Massachusetts on Monday when they encountered three men in distress after there boat overturned. Schooner Captain, Paul Bracken, says crew members made the rescue just before dark.



Bracken says the U.S. Coast Guard was called-in and transferred the men to hospital to get checked out. All three were expected to make a full recovery. The schooner was built by Dawson Moreland and Associates and was launched on the Lunenburg Waterfront in early August.

Election Candidates List: Municipality of Chester

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In Chester, advanced polling will be held October 11th through to October 18th. E-voting will take place during the eight days of advanced polls. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.



The following have filed for council: The warden will be selected via secret ballot during the first council meeting following the election.

District 1:

Mashal A. Hector
Andre Veinotte

District 2:

*Floyd P. Shatford (acclaimed)

District 3:

Brad Armstron
Ben Wiper

District 4:

Stephen Bond
Allen Webber

District 5:

*Robert (Bob) Myra (acclaimed)

District 6:

Phillip Broome
Tina Connors
Cheryl Scott

District 7:

*Sharon Church-Cornelius (acclaimed)

Election Candidates List: Municipality of Shelburne

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In the Municipality of Shelburne, advanced polling will be held October 11th and October 16th. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.






The following have filed for council: There will be races in four of the seven districts. Three candidates have been elected through acclamation.

District 1: 

Doris Townsend
Robert (Bob) MacLean

District 2:

Ardith Van Buskirk
Carol Mahaney

District 3:

*Norman Wallet (acclaimed)

District 4:

Cathy Holmes
Joan Bower

District 5:

*John Roscoe (acclaimed)

District 6:

David Levy
Benjamin (Benny) Acker

District 7:

*Roger Taylor (acclaimed)

Election Candidates List: Town of Mahone Bay

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In the Town of Mahone Bay, advanced polling days will be held October 13th and October 16th. Polling day is October 20th. Voting will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.

The following have filed for the office of Mayor:

*Joe Feeney (acclaimed)

The following have filed for council: Top six vote getters will be elected to council.

John Bain
Penny M Carver
David Devenne
Lynn Hennigar
Karl Nauss
Lila O'Connor
Virginia Uhlman
Kelly Wilson

Election Candidates List: Town of Shelburne

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In the Town of Shelburne, advanced polls will be held October 11th and October 16th. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.

The following has filed for the office of Mayor:

P.G. Comeau
Alan Delaney
Karen Harris Mahatall
Robert Sinden


The following have filed for council: Top four vote getters will be elected to council.

Joshua Brown
Rick Davis
Tony Mahaney
Roy O'Donnell
Elizabeth Rhuland
Frank Slate
Bob Strang

Election Candidates List: Town of Yarmouth

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In the Town of Yarmouth, advanced polling will begin on October 12th and run through to October 20th. E-voting will take place at any time during those days until 7PM on October 20th. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.


The following have filed for the office of Mayor:

Byron Boudreau
Charles A. Crosby
Pam Mood

The following have filed for council: Top six vote getters will be elected.

Brenda Atwood
Bently Boudreau
Madeleine Dennis
Randy Donaldson
Glenys Fraser
Ken Kelly
Ken Langille
Daniel W. MacIssac
Neil MacKenzie
Jim MacLeod
Phil Mooney
Gillian Rowley

Election Candidates List: Municipality of Lunenburg

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg, advanced polls will be held October 13th and October 16th. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.




The following have filed for the office of Mayor:

Don Downe
Kirk Meisner

The following have filed for council with elections slated in seven districts. The remaining candidates have been election through acclamation.

District 1:

Nancy Allen-Rogers
Errol Knickle
Basil Oickle

District 2:

*Don Zwicker (acclaimed)

District 3:

*Frank J. Fawson (acclaimed)

District 4:

Michael S. Ernst
Nancy Wentzell

District 5:

Claudette E. Garland
Larry Power

District 6:

Wade S. Carver
Terry Dorey
Dave Moore

District 7:

Cathy Moore
Ron S. Seney

District 8:

Dexter Halliday
Dan Hennessey
John Veinot

District 9:

Carolyn Bolivar-Getson
John Harley
Gary Mailman

District 10:

*Lee E. Nauss (acclaimed)

District 11:

*Martin E. Bell (acclaimed)

District 12:

*Eric Hustvedt (acclaimed)

Election Candidates List: Town of Lunenburg

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In Lunenburg, advanced polling will be held October 11th and October 16th. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.



The following have filed for the office of Mayor: (Alphabetical Order)

Rachel Bailey
Ron Stockton

The following have filed for council: Top six vote getters are elected.

Tom Barclay
Danny Croft
Tyler Hayden
John McGee
Peter Mosher
Jamie C. Myra
Cindy Sangster
Robert Young
Peter Sherman Zwicker

Election Candidates List: Town of Bridgewater

Municipal and School Board elections will be held throughout the province next month. CKBW/HANK FM is putting a concentrated focus and effort on bringing its listeners local coverage from their communities around the South Shore. In Bridgewater, advanced polls will be held October 11th until October 20th. E-voting will take place between 8AM to 8PM on those days. Polling day is October 20th. Polls will open at 8AM and close at 7PM. We will have live election night coverage on CKBW beginning when the polls close.




The following have filed for the office of Mayor: (Alphabetical Order)

Gary MacNeil
David Walker

The following have filed for Council: Top six vote getters are elected.

Jim Bell
Beverlee Brown
Michael Graves
Patrick Hirtle
Sandra Mailman
Kevin Marlin
Jennifer McDonald
Bill McInnis
Greg Ritcey
Andrew J. Tanner
Wayne S. Thorburne
Dennis Woodworth

Lunenburg West Liberals Set To Nominate Their Candidate

Mark Furey & Stephen McNeil

Liberals in Lunenburg West are about to nominate their candidate for the next provincial election. Mark Furey is returning to take another crack at the seat now held by NDP MLA Gary Ramey. Furey lost to Ramey when he ran in 2009. Today, Wednesday, Furey is retiring from his 32 year career with the RCMP, the past 24 based in Lunenburg County. The province's Liberal leader Stephen McNeil says having Furey back on the team is helping to boost his party's fortunes. However, he says tackling the meat and potato issues headon is also important. McNeil says there's also a decline in voter confidence in the NDP government.



The Lunenburg West Liberal nomination meeting for Mark Furey will be held Thursday evening starting at 630 at the Bridgewater Legion Hall.

Bolivar-Getson Seeks Municipal Council Seat

She began her political career on Lunenburg Municipal Council back in 1997, moving on to provincial politics as a PC cabinet minister in 2003 before being defeated in the election of 2009. Now, Carolyn Bolivar-Getson is returning to municipal politics. She has announced her intention to seek the District 9 seat on District of Lunenburg council.



Bolivar-Getson hopes to win the seat on October 20th, replacing the 42 year veteran of council, Arthur Young, who is retiring. She says if elected, she will bring issues of concern to her and her constituents to the council table for discussion and decisions.

VIDEO: Performers Announced For Bluenose II Re-Launch

A number of acts will perform in Lunenburg during the re-launch celebration of Bluenose II. Alan Doyle of Great Big Sea will lead a parade of top-level Atlantic Canadian talent on Saturday, Sept. 29. The well-known performer will join host Tom Gallant, a Lunenburg County resident, as well as singers Laura Smith, Matt Mays and many others. The day-long festivities will begin with the official Bluenose II relaunch from 7-9am, to take advantage of high morning tides. The re-launch is weather dependent and will slowly winch out the ship so it can slide into the water. Once the schooner is launched, it will be moored by the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic for a day of entertainment. Family stage performances will take place throughout the day. Afternoon performers will include well-known local performers Razzamataz and Donna and Andy. Gallant and Doyle will anchor the evening performance from 7:30 to 9:30pm, before fireworks light up the night sky over Lunenburg harbour.

Transporting Rock Leads To Cost Overruns For LCLC

There have been some cost overruns related to work on the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre. Change orders have affected the budget after additional money was spent on transporting a large quantity of rock material from the construction site. The slate management budget is believed to be over-budget by about $294,000. However, Municipality of Lunenburg mayor Don Downe says there are contingency funds in place for the $33.5-million project. He says things happen when building a new facility.



Overall, Downe says the rainy-day fund has kept the project on budget.

Bridgewater Supports Relocating Visitor Centre

Bridgewater council is supporting a move to relocate the Visitor Information Centre to make it more visible. Members approved drafting a lease agreement with the Municipality of Lunenburg that would see the VIC move from its temporary location in Cookville to an area just off exit 11. The centre has been in Cookville for the last two years. Bridgewater's rep on the joint committee, Patrick Hirtle, says the VIC needs to move.



If approved, both Bridgewater and the Municipality of Lunenburg would pay approximately $23,000 each over 10-years for the new centre.

Bluenose II Re-Launch Set For September 29th

An all-day celebration is planned to mark the re-launch of Bluenose II in Lunenburg later this month. After a two-year - $16 million dollar rebuild - Nova Scotia's sailing ambassador will make a return to the water on Saturday, September 29th. Communities, Culture and Heritage Minister Leonard Preyra says thousands of people are expected to watch the official relaunch, when Bluenose II slides into the water from the slipway. The schooner will then be winched out and towed beside the Fisheries Museum for the event. Highlights of the relaunch event will feature family entertainment and local talent in the afternoon. The evening Bluenose ll celebration will include top East Coast talent, a video and a fireworks presentation.

Meisner Will Battle Downe For Mayor's Chair

There will be a mayor's race in the Municipality of Lunenburg. Upper Northfield resident Kirk Meisner has confirmed with CKBW/HANK-FM News that he will challenge Don Downe for the mayor's seat. Meisner is making his first run for the mayor's chair. Downe announced in June he would seek a second term. He was first elected in 2008 after a lengthy career in provincial politics.

Yarmouth Shelter Seeks Government Understanding & Help

SHYFT House - Yarmouth

Homeless youth is not a social problem unique to the city. Its a province-wide issue according to the co-chair of a shelter in the Yarmouth area. Bernadette MacDonald says the provincial government, which didn't renew funding for the shelter last year, doesn't understand the issue.



The Supportive Housing Youth Focus team, or SHYFT, was designed to provide troubled and homeless teens with a place to live while helping integrate them into the community. Now, enough money has been provided by the federal government to keep the facility open daily from 8am to 8pm. However, SHIFT is in need of about 40-thousand dollars to hire "live-in" staff for a 24-7 operation until at least next June.
Officials are looking to government, foundations and fundraising to help reach their goal.

Chamber President Will Seek Chester Village Seat

The president of the chamber of commerce in Chester will throw his hat in the ring to represent residents of the village at the council table. Ben Wiper is a local businessman from Marriott's Cove and has served on the chamber board for the past six years. He is seeking election in District 3 and will challenge incumbent Brad Armstrong for the seat when municipal elections are held next month. Wiper says his campaign will focus on promoting growth in Chester and feels the municipality could benefit from hiring an economic development officer.



Wiper also cites access to health care and daycare as top priorities during his campaign.

Election: Final Day To Submit Nomination Papers

It's the last day for potential candidates to submit nomination papers in advance of next month's municipal and school board elections. The deadline to file is Tuesday evening at 5 o'clock. Every municipality will hold an advance poll on Tuesday, October 16th while a second advance polling day will be held on either Thursday, October 11th or Saturday, October 13th. Residents are being asked to watch for specific advance polling dates within their municipality. Election day is October 20th.

Lady Alers Win Women's Softball League Title

The Lady Alers are the inaugural champions of the South Shore Women's Softball League. The Alers defeated the Vixens 13-3 in the final to be crowned the top club out of the six-team league. League president and Alers member, Renee Roast, says it was a total team effort in the win.



Roast says she is extremely proud of the team and their effort all season. She is hoping to expand the six-team league to eight clubs in 2013.

Former Board Chair Running For School Board

A former chair of the South Shore Regional School Board is running for a seat in this fall's election. Elliott Payzant is running for district one, which covers the entire Region of Queens. Payzant served on the board since 1994 until he was among 12-members fired by the Education Minister last November. He says his 18 years of experience could be a benefit to an eight-person board.



Payzant has also served as the president of the Nova Scotia School Board Association. He feels there needs to be different methods of providing education to students like virtual classrooms because of dwindling budgets. School Board elections will be held October 20.

Chester: Bond Challenges Webber In District 4

The campaign trail in Chester is heating up with just over a month to go before municipal elections. Chester Basin area resident Stephen Bond has announced he will challenge long time councillor and warden Allen Webber in District 4. In an interview with CKBW/HANK FM, Bond feels more support for local businesses is needed to promote growth within the municipality. He also cites the need for a stronger relationship with the provincial government to help with road and street upgrades.



Bond is a small farm operator and is an active member of the Canadian Army Reserve. He says his goal is to present a strong new voice at the council table. Municipal elections will be held throughout the province on October 20th.

Provincial Parks Closing Due To Severe Weather

Provincial beaches, the Shubenacadie wildlife park, day-use and camping parks will be closed to the public because of anticipated weather conditions from tropical storm Leslie. All properties will close by 4pm today, and will remain closed Tuesday. All locations will be re-evaluated for storm damage or safety concerns on a case-by-case basis. Full refunds will be given for camping park reservations cancelled because of the storm. Call 1-888-544-3434 for refunds and further updates about parks and tropical storm Leslie. Off-road trail users are urged to use caution as conditions may deteriorate. For more information on provincial parks, visit http://www.novascotiaparks.ca/ .

Crown Attorney Appointed In Liverpool

Queens County has a new crown attorney. Sharon Goodwin has been appointed to the Liverpool office of the Public Prosecution Service. The Director of Public Prosecutions made the announcement Monday. In a statement, the Director says Goodwin's experience in criminal law will be an asset to the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service. Goodwin is a native of Port Hastings, Inverness County. She graduated from Dalhousie Law School in 2006. Goodwin was in private practice before joining the Antigonish office of Nova Scotia Legal Aid in 2009.

Stomach-Flu Outbreak Closes Roseway Manor

A stomach-flu outbreak has forced the Roseway Manor in Shelburne to temporarily close its doors. Between 10-15 residents have experienced illness since Saturday evening. Administrator Sharon Callan says they closed the manor Sunday.



Callan says the residents have shown improvements since being diagnosed over the weekend. There were no new cases as of Monday morning. The manor is closed to friends and visitors until further notice.

Significant $ Needed To Boost Damaged Business & Tourism: Yarmouth MLA



"Prince of Fundy" Ferry On Yarmouth Run 1970's

The province will help in the search for a private operator for a new ferry service between Yarmouth and Maine. The Dexter government has committed 21 million dollars over several years. However, Yarmouth Liberal MLA Zach Churchill is wondering what can be done to revitalize business and tourism in the region.
It was devastated by the loss of the ferry service more than 3 years ago.



Ottawa hasn't indicated yet if it will provide any funding to help re-establish the ferry service.

Lunenburg County Soccer Teams Do Well At Provincials

It was a very good weekend for the Upper (Lunenburg) County Soccer Club based in New Germany. The Under-12 and Under-14 Girls' teams won silver at the provincials played in Lunenburg County. The Under-14 Boys claimed gold at their provincials played in Dartmouth.

Pee Wee Bulldogs Grab Bronze At Atlantics

Bridgewater has finished third at the 2012 Atlantic Pee Wee Baseball championships. The Bulldogs topped a Metro squad 10-7 in yesterday's bronze medal game at St. John's, Newfoundland.

Lumberjacks Drop Decision To Shipbuilders

In MHL exhibtion action yesterday in Dartmouth the Metro Shipbuilders dumped the CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks 6-2. The contest was tied at 2 midway through the second period before Metro scored four unanswered goals. The Jacks finish their pre season with a 2-2 recprd and play their regular season home opener this Friday night against Yarmouth.

RCMP Investigate Fire On Cape Sable Island

An investigation is underway to determine the cause of a residential fire in Centreville. Barrington RCMP say the blaze was reported at a mobile home on Saturday night around 9:30PM. The trailer was fully engulfed when emergency crews arrived at the home located on Cape Sable Island. Mounties say no one was injured and the home was completely destroyed. The provincial fire marshal's office has been called in to investigate.

Federal Funds Benefit Astor Theatre In Liverpool

It's a boost for those who enjoy the artistic scene at the Astor Theatre in Liverpool. The federal government has invested $20,000 in the Astor Theatre performing arts series "This is Canada". MP Gerald Keddy made the announcement in a media release last week. Keddy says the funds will help promote live performances and experiences on the South Shore. The "This is Canada" series will feature different shows by a variety of professional artists from four provinces and parts of the North. The money be spread out over the next two years and help attract new talent to the theatre and expose their audiences to a wider genre of performances.

MHL: Jacks Prepare For Final Pre-Season Tune-Up

In MHL pre-season action last night in Yarmouth the Mariners topped the CIBC Wood Gundy Lumberjacks 6-4. Playing his first game this year Lumberjack Luc Ramey was the first star with two goals and two assists. The Jacks play their final exhibition contest today at 12:30 at the Dartmouth Sportsplex against the Metro Shipbuilders.

Bulldogs Look For Solid Finish At Atlantics In NFLD

The Bridgewater Bulldogs can place no higher than third at the 2012 Atlantic Pee Wee Baseball championships in St. John's, Newfoundland. Fredericton scored the game's only run in the bottom of the seventh to edge Bridgewater 1-0 in last night's semi final.  The Bulldogs will face Lower Sackville in the bronze medal game this morning.