Author Archives: Evan Taylor
Lake Pisiquid to be filled as firefighters request access to water
In response to the ongoing battle against historic wildfires raging across Nova Scotia, an Emergency Order has been signed by EMO Minister John Lohr to ensure that Hants County municipal fire services...
Jun 02, 2023
NS Fisheries Minister says fire has potential to devestate lobster industry
Following Cabinet on Thursday provincial Fisheries Minister Steve Craig said the lobster industry in Barrington is on high alert due to the ongoing wildfires in Shelburne County. Barrington is home to...
Jun 01, 2023
South Shore local governments following province's lead, restricting park access
Following the Province of Nova Scotia's decision to impose restrictions on woodland activity due to the ongoing wildfires, several municipal bodies around the South Shore have announced the closure of...
May 31, 2023
Lunenburg to host mayoral byelection on August 12
Lunenburg Town Council approved August 12 as the date for their upcoming byelection to replace former Mayor Matt Risser who resigned earlier this month. The official nomination period opens on July 10...
May 31, 2023
Lobster fishermen impacted by wildfires in LFA 33/34 will get extended season
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans is planning to offer an extended lobster season to harvesters impacted by the ongoing wildfire in Shelburne County. Shelburne County is home to LFA 33/34 which i...
May 30, 2023
Roseway Manor evacuating residents
Roseway Manor, a senior living facility located in Shelburne County has made the decision to evacuate all of it's residents to Acadia University in light of the ongoing wildfire situation. Air quality...
May 30, 2023
Weather will work against firefighters until at least Friday
Nova Scotia's ongoing battle with wildfires has been further complicated by unfavorable weather conditions predicted over the next few days. Firefighters and emergency response teams are facing an uph...
May 30, 2023
DNR issues ban on all fires across Nova Scotia, in place until further notice
Nova Scotia's Department of Natural Resources and Renewables has issued a ban on setting fires for any reason within 1,000 feet of woods. The ban includes provincial and private campgrounds along with...
May 29, 2023
Queens Food Bank celebrates new freezer
Volunteers at the Queens County Food Bank celebrated the unveiling of their new walk-in freezer on Friday, which will vastly improve their frozen storage capacity. The food bank regularly serves betwe...
May 26, 2023
Ottawa announces $2.5B for 61 new small Coast Guards vessels
The Canadian Coast Guard unveiled plans for a substantial investment to complete the renewal of the country's small vessels fleet. The investment of $2.5 billion, will facilitate the acquisition of up...
May 26, 2023
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