Author Archives: Evan Taylor
Christmas Tree Collection To Start Next Week
The Lunenburg Community Recycling Centre (LCRC) will be handling Christmas Tree collection throughout Lunenburg County. Stephanie Smitts Community Outreach for the LCRC says in order to have your tree...
Jan 04, 2021
Nova Scotia Approves Record Number Of International Newcomers
Nova Scotia set a new record for the number of approved applications for international newcomers in 2020. According to the Department of Immigration, the province approved 3,517 applications, exceedin...
Dec 29, 2020 The Nova Scotia border Entrance from New Brunswick. Photo: Nova Scotia Government
Chester Looking For Animal Control Provider
The Municipality of Chester (MOC) is trying to find someone who can handle animal control issues around the region. A tender was issued recently outlining what they are looking for in potential candid...
Dec 29, 2020
Chester Launches New Website To Attract Doctors
A new website launched by the Municipality of Chester (MOC) to attract physicians to the community is now live. The website's goal is to show why Chester would be an ideal place for a doctor to practi...
Dec 22, 2020 File Photo
Over 30 Road Work Projects Scheduled in Lunenburg County Next Week
Update: The Department of Transportation says all of the projects in Lunenburg county have been underway since September with the expectation that they will all be completed this week. Every Friday th...
Dec 18, 2020 File Photo
Volunteer Firefighter Tax Credit Removes Attendance Requirement
Nova Scotia announced today that they are removing one of the eligibility requirements for volunteer firefighters claiming a $500 tax credit. Previously to be eligible for the Volunteer Firefighters a...
Dec 17, 2020 A firefighter helping with hose management during this summers forest fire in Greenfield, NS. Photo: Department of Lands and Forestry
Local Soccer Pioneer Inducted Into Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame
If you've played soccer on the South Shore you've likely run into Bob Sayer at some point. His long career has just been recognized by the Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame who have inducted him in the bui...
Dec 17, 2020 Bob Sayer has been inducted into the Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame for his contributions to the growth of the game. Photo: Soccer Canada
MODL Inquires About Extending Bridgewater Transit Past Exit 12
The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg wants to be included in the Town of Bridgewater's transit plan and they have now officially made the inquiry. MODL council voted in favor of writing a let...
Dec 15, 2020 Osprey Village a retail shopping hub on the South Shore, NS. Photo: MODL
Schools Extend Holiday Break As a COVID-19 Precaution
Students and teachers will get to enjoy an extended holiday break this year with the province adding an extra week as a COVID-19 precaution. Students will now be off from December 19, until classes re...
Dec 11, 2020 File Photo - NS Government
Mahone Bay Nursing Home To Be Replaced With New Facility
More long-term care beds are on the way for Mahone bay with the provincial government announcing they are planning to replace the aging Mahone Bay Nursing Home with a new facility more in line with cu...
Dec 10, 2020 A mock up of the new long-term care home being built in Mahone Bay, NS. Photo: Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness
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