Local News

The price of gas dropped a bit while the price of diesel went up this week.   The price for a litre of regular self-serve unleaded ranges from $1.91.7 to $1.94.7 in the eastern mainland and Port Hawkesbury.  For the rest of Cape Breton, it’s $1.92.5 to $1.95.5.   ...

Antigonish Mayor Sean Cameron yesterday commented on the water situation in the town.     As of Thursday afternoon, the town was on voluntary water restrictions while crews at the sewage treatment plant are installing new aeration equipment and completing warranty...

The Municipality of Inverness County issued a boil water advisory for all Mabou water system users.  The municipality stated water system is currently experiencing discoloration and staff are working to resolve the issue. As a precaution, residents are advised to boil...

As of 6 am this morning, voluntary water conservation measures are in place for the Town of Antigonish Water utility.   The town of Antigonish is encouraging town and fringe area residents to use water wisely and limit activities such as filling pools and washing...

Harbour Wars 2026, a community celebration in Little Harbour, Richmond County, is set for August 15.     Janelle Martell, co-chair of Harbour Wars, described the event as a friendly fishermen's skills competition with teams of four working to be named the top crew. ...

St. Ninian Cathedral is hosting the closing mass of the 125th Anniversary Year of the Sisters of St. Martha tomorrow, July 29, at 10:30 am. The date also marks the Feast of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. Everyone is welcome to the mass, with a reception by...