Author Archives: Evan Taylor
Health Canada approves updated Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
Health Canada has given its approval to Moderna's updated COVID-19 vaccine, making it available to Nova Scotians aged six months and older. This announcement comes after a two-month review period foll...
Sep 12, 2023
Cancer Socieity calls on NS to raise vape purchasing age to 21
A senior official from the Canadian Cancer Society in Atlantic Canada has ignited a passionate call for action regarding the surging rates of youth vaping in Nova Scotia. Central to their concern is t...
Sep 12, 2023
Nova Scotia receives "D" grade in CanAge's vaccine report card
In CanAge's recently released third annual Vaccine Report Card for the 2022-2023 period, Nova Scotia has received a grade of "D." The report, issued by CanAge, Canada's national seniors advocacy organ...
Sep 11, 2023
Province announces first site for healthcare worker housing in Lunenburg
The South Shore was identified as one of the regions in urgent need of housing for healthcare professionals through extensive consultations with stakeholders and other government departments. Other re...
Sep 11, 2023
Sarah Mitton claims silver at Diamond League Brussels, qualifies for Finals
Nova Scotia's own Sarah Mitton, fresh off her silver medal triumph at the 2023 World Athletics Championships, continued to make waves in the global athletics scene by securing another impressive secon...
Sep 08, 2023
Board and staff of LaHave River Credit Union support merger
The LaHave River Credit Union (LRCU) is in the process of undergoing a merger with East Coast Credit Union, and the board and staff are hopeful it will go through. LRCU Board Chair John Visser says th...
Sep 08, 2023
Lunenburg seeks civic-minded residents for Council Advisory Committees
The historic town of Lunenburg is calling upon its community members to step up and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their picturesque town. With an eye towards bolstering local democracy ...
Sep 06, 2023
NS Teachers Union still concerned about overcrowding and substitute shortages heading into school year
The Nova Scotia Teachers Union is excited for a new school year as students return to classrooms. However, NSTU President Ryan Lutes says there are still a few areas of concern they'll be monitoring o...
Sep 06, 2023
Lahave River Credit Union faces controversial takeover bid by East Coast
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia - In a startling development that has sent shockwaves through the Nova Scotian financial community, the Lahave River Credit Union, a longstanding institution with deep communi...
Sep 06, 2023
Bridgewater Council venue shifted to Bridgewater Fire Hall due to renovations
The upcoming Town of Bridgewater Council meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023, will be relocated to the Bridgewater Fire Hall, located at 81 Dominion Street. The meeting is scheduled to commence a...
Sep 05, 2023
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