The 2026 Atlantic Summer Institute Youth Leadership Program
I’m Jenna, I’m 22-years-old, and I grew up in Timberlea, Nova Scotia. I’m also a proud graduate of Bay View High School, Class of 2022. Today, I’m incredibly proud to…
Communities in Bloom Judges in Mahone Bay
Susan Ellis and Larry Hall are judges from Communities in Bloom (CiB) Canada who came to evaluate the town of Mahone Bay in late July. In 2024, Mahone Bay was…
Poppies for Hubbards
This Remembrance Day, a special community project is taking shape along the waterfront in Hubbards. At the cenotaph at the Hubbards Cove Marina, a striking display of handcrafted poppies will…
Growing Tomatoes on Nova Scotia’s South Shore
Like growing beans, growing tomatoes in the St. Margaret’s Bay, Mahone Bay, and Lunenburg areas is easy. The most successful tomatoes have short maturation periods— the time between blossoming and…
Serving the Community Beyond the Workplace
World Humanitarian Day recognizes the efforts of individuals who make a positive difference in their communities through service, compassion, and action. Service to the community extends beyond the workplace for…
Bluenose II Returns Home from Sail Boston 250
I am writing this from the chartroom of Bluenose II in the middle of the Gulf of Maine. Under the guidance of the second mate, the 12-4 watch has the…
Free Digital Device Training Available This Summer at St. Margaret’s Bay Community Enterprise Centre
Community members looking for help with everyday technology can take advantage of free one-on-one Digital Device Training this summer at the St. Margaret’s Bay Community Enterprise Centre. Open to everyone,…
From Childhood Dream to Community Legacy: The Kai Matthews Bike Park
After several years of planning and community support, the redesigned Kai Matthews Bike Park in Hubley is expected to open later this summer. For the Matthews family, the project is…
Tantallon Author Captivates Readers with Foreign Whispers: A Telepathic Awakening
After a life of lived experience with the paranormal, Tantallon-born and raised author Richard Fort is now sharing his theories and stories surrounding telepathy, extraterrestrials, and secret societies through his…
Helping Bees Thrive: The Importance of Pollinator Plants in Nova Scotia
Bees are among the most important pollinators in Nova Scotia, playing a vital role in supporting local ecosystems, gardens, and food production. From Annapolis Valley apple orchards to backyard vegetable…