Author Archives: Kevin Northup
Greenville, Yarmouth County given Lt. Gov award
A Yarmouth County community has been recognized by the Lieutenant Governor. Arthur J. LeBlanc was in Greenville on Saturday to present the 'Community Spirit Award' to the board of the community centre...
Apr 09, 2024
Fisheries minister to investigate alleged mistreatment of Indigenous fishers
The federal fisheries minister says she'll review the alleged mistreatment of two Mi'kmaw fishers in Nova Scotia's Shelburne County. Diane LeBouthillier says allegations brought forward by the fishers...
Apr 09, 2024
Garage fire quickly put out in Yarmouth County
A fire had to be quickly put out in Yarmouth County. It happened early last night on North Ohio Road. Yarmouth fire chief Mike Deveau says a grass fire got into the wall of a small garage. He says sta...
Apr 09, 2024
Man wanted for 2021 N.S. murder still on the run
A search is still on for a man accused of murdering a Nova Scotian. It happened in July, 2021 in Millbrook First Nation. Twenty-nine-year-old Valdo Pauyo, also known as "C.J" fled the province immedia...
Apr 09, 2024
Billy Idol to rock Halifax, Moncton this August
A rock legend is coming to the Maritimes this summer. 80s superstar Billy Idol will bring his 'Rebel Yell' tour to Scotiabank Centre on August 23. He'll be supported by Canadian rockers Platinum Blond...
Apr 08, 2024
Talks scheduled next week as NSTU prepares strike vote
A strike vote is looming for Nova Scotia's teachers. The vote takes place on Thursday, as conciliation dates with the government are scheduled to resume on April 15. Union president Ryan Lutes says th...
Apr 08, 2024
Duck Lake bridge in Belleville re-opens
Good news for residents of Belleville, Yarmouth County, The Duck Lake bridge has officially re-opened to traffic. High water levels shut the bridge down on March 31. It's the second time this spring t...
Apr 08, 2024
Storm take 3-1 lead in NSRJHL final
The Southwest Storm are a win away from another championship. They shut out East Hants 3-0 Sunday to take a 3-1 series lead in the N.S. Regional Junior Hockey League final. JJ MacPhee scored twice, Ri...
Apr 08, 2024
New paramedic association aims to solve challenges in N.S.
A group wants to help improve the system for paramedics in our province. The Nova Scotia Paramedic Professional Association aims to provide solutions for challenges facing the profession. Member Rob G...
Apr 07, 2024
Spring sitting wraps up, MLA steps down as Speaker
The spring sitting of the Nova Scotia Legislature has wrapped up. The Houston government passed a budget highlighted by healthcare investments and a new school lunch program. The government passed thi...
Apr 05, 2024
