Nova Scotia will welcome 30 new paramedics in 2024-25 following the province’s first in-person healthcare recruitment effort in Australia earlier this year. Health Minister and Antigonish MLA Michelle Thompson stated she is thrilled to welcome these new team members...
Boylston Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
The RCMP Provincial Internet Child Exploitation Unit arrested a Boylston man for child pornography offences. On April 11, the RCMP ICE Unit, assisted by Guysborough County RCMP, the Antigonish–Guysborough RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit and RCMP Digital Forensic...
Committee of the Whole for Municipality of the County Makes Recommendations to Council on Electoral Boundary Review and Voting for Next Municipal Election
Committee of the whole for the Municipality of the County of Antigonish made a couple of recommendations for council concerning an electoral boundary review and the voting method in the upcoming municipal election. Antigonish County Warden McCarron said council...
Eastern Counties Regional Library and District of St. Mary’s sign a Memorandum of Understanding
The District of St. Mary's and Eastern Counties Regional Library signed a memorandum of understanding as a way of working together more effectively. Laura Emery, CEO of the ECRL, said the agreement lays out shared responsibilities, means for regular innovation, good...
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Arts Health Antigonish Receives $25,000 grant to Investigate Child Care Options
Arts Health Antigonish has received a $25,000 grant to investigate options for bringing more...
John Allan Cameron, Winston “Scotty” Fitzgerald and Musician and Arts Advocate Joella Foulds to be Inducted to the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
The Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame has announced their 2024 inductees. They include...
“Fill the Boot” Drive from Antigonish Town and County Firefighters has raised $106,628.79 Since the Drive Began in 2010
A milestone for the annual Muscular Dystrophy "Fill the Boot Drive" in Antigonish Town and County....
Central Nova MP Sean Fraser says Health Care a top priority a Top Priority With Federal Government
When it comes to health care, Central Nova MP Sean Fraser says it is a top priority for the...
Several Options Available to Vote Early in Pictou West Byelectoin
There are a number of ways voters in Pictou West can cast their ballots early for the May 21st by-election. Prior to election day, eligible voters can vote early at the returning office or at the advance poll. Voters can also apply to vote by write-in ballot. Early...
Stellarton Woman Injured in Two Car Collision on Highway 104 in Cumberland County
Cumberland County District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Upper Nappan. Yesterday, at approximately 12:27 p.m., Cumberland County District RCMP, fire and EHS, responded to a report of a collision on Highway 104. Upon arrival at the scene,...
Paqtnkek Powwow Organizers Pleased with the 2024 Event
The Paqtnkek Powwow, held at St. FX University earlier this month has been declared a success. One of the organizers of the event, Brad Paul, says the Powwow was well attended, attracting visitors from as far away as Ontario, Saskatchewan and Arizona. Paul says more...
Central Nova MP Sean Fraser says Budget Includes Measures for Housing
Central Nova MP Sean Fraser said the recent federal budget included a number of measures to address housing in Canada. Fraser, who serves as federal housing minister, said the government wants to solve the housing crisis and three measures they are taking include help...
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Antigonish Junior B Bulldogs Win Opening Game at Don Johnson Cup, Northern Subway Selects are now 2-and-2 at Esso Cup
An explosive start for the Antigonish Junior B Bulldogs at the Don Johnson Memorial Cup...
Northern Subway Selects 2-and-1 at Esso Cup
The Northern Subway Selects are now 2-and-1 at the Esso Cup, the national U18 women's...
Antigonish Minor Hockey Product Brady Peddle to Commits to Play for NCAA’s Michigan State Spartans
Antigonish Minor Hockey product Brady Peddle committed to play in the NCAA for the...