A new piece of legislation in the House of Commons will move the country towards the goal of a national Pharmacare system. Central Nova MP Sean Fraser says over the years, the federal government has been building systems needed for a national pharmacare program,...
Baddeck Lawyer Daniel T. L. Chiasson Receives Prestigious Kings Counsel Designation
A local lawyer is one of 14 attorneys in the province being recognized with the prestigious King's Counsel designation. The KC designation is awarded annually to members of the legal profession to recognize exceptional merit and outstanding contributions to the legal...
Province announces Funding for Community Upgrade Projects in Richmond County
The Provincial Government has announced funding to a number of community projects in Richmond County. Two organizations will receive $50,000; The Louisdale Lions Club for basement insulation and repairs, and the St. Peter's, Grand River, Loch Lomond Pastoral Charge...
St. FX Business Student Luke White Receives Prestigious Frank H. Sobey Awards For Excellence in Business
A third year St. FX University Business student is one of eight students from across Atlantic Canada to be recognized for outstanding achievement. Luke White is a recipient of the prestigious $45,000 Frank H. Sobey Awards for Excellence in Business Studies. The eight...
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Local Company Submits Low Bid for Gravelling Projects in Inverness County
A local company submitted the lowest bid for three gravelling projects in Inverness County....
Province Writes Off $11.6 Million in Unpaid Debts
The province is writing off $11.6 million in unpaid debts. Government officials says it is mainly...
Local Company Acquires City Mazda of Halifax
A local company has purchased a car dealership in Halifax. City Mazda has announced the operation...
More Options for Voters to Cast Ballots Expected for next Federal Election
It's expected there will be more ways for voters to cast their ballot the next time a federal...
Province provides Funding to St. Peter’s Royal Canadian Legion for Installation of a Generator
The Royal Canadian Legion in St. Peter's is getting some help from the provincial government. Richmond MLA Trevor Boudreau, says the legion will receive $50,000 for the installation of a generator for a community comfort centre and as a gathering place during extreme...
Municipal Affairs Minister John Lohr says Changes to Antigonish Consolidation Act reflective of Concerns Expressed by the Community
Municipal Affairs Minister John Lohr says the amendments he introduced to the Antigonish Consolidation Act Monday reflects concerns government heard from the local community. As the Legislature's Committee of the Whole House reviewed the bill, Lohr proposed a number...
Old Tug Boat Moored Near Marie Joseph Removed
An old tug boat that has been tied up near Marie Joseph, Guysborough County for years has been removed. Officials with the Canadian Coast Guard say recently, an operation to remove and safely dismantle the tug Craig Trans was completed. RJ MacIsaac Marine Recycling...
Modular Homes for Healthcare Workers coming the Port Hawkesbury and Guysborough
More modular homes are coming for healthcare workers in Guysborough and Port Hawkesbury. The province has announced two more modular housing sites under the government's housing for healthcare program. It could provide homes for about 25 workers and their families....
Sports
Veteran’s Cup Championship Series Opens in Antigonish
The schedule has been set for the Nova Scotia Junior Hockey League's Veteran's Cup...
Weekend Sports Roundup
The Antigonish Bulldogs are the U11 AA Fundy Highlands North Champions with a 7-2 win...
X-Women Hockey’s Maggy Burbidge Named St. FX Female Athlete of the Week
X-Women Hockey forward Maggy Burbidge is the STFX Female Athlete of the Week. Burbidge,...