Author Archives: Kevin Northup
WE CARE Radiothon underway in Yarmouth
The WE CARE Radiothon is in full swing on Y95. The annual fundraiser for the Yarmouth Hospital Foundation navigated through power outages Thursday morning. But the money is still pouring in. Over $40,...
Feb 29, 2024
CFIB hopes provincial budget is kind to small businesses
An association representing small businesses is hoping the provincial budget is kind to them. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says labour shortages are costing small businesses over on...
Feb 28, 2024
Charges laid in Yarmouth County copper theft
Four men have been charged with stealing copper in Yarmouth County. A break-and-enter was reported to Nova Scotia Power's Tusket Falls site just before 1 a.m. A van was later stopped by RCMP, and the ...
Feb 28, 2024
WE CARE Radiothon to focus on heart equipment
It's a big fundraiser for the Yarmouth Hospital Foundation, and it's happening right here on Y95. The seventh annual WE CARE Radiothon aims to provide funds for much needed equipment at the hospital. ...
Feb 28, 2024
Over half of N.S. voters satisfied with Houston government
A majority of Nova Scotians are satisfied with the performance of the provincial government. According to the latest poll from Narrative Research, 52 percent of respondents are happy with the Houston ...
Feb 28, 2024
Barrington to host senior curling provincials
The Barrington Curling Club is getting ready to host a big tournament. The men's and women's senior provincial championships are coming to the area next month. Steve Stoddart with the club says there ...
Feb 28, 2024
UPDATE: Missing N.S. woman and child found dead
A tragic update in the case of a missing woman and child in the Sheet Harbour area. RCMP say the 36-year old woman from Ruth Falls was found dead on Tuesday. A short time later, search teams located t...
Feb 27, 2024
UPDATE: Rain, wind warnings in effect for southwestern N.S.
It's going to be warm, wet and windy. A mid-week system is approaching Nova Scotia, and could drop lots of rain on the mainland. Rainfall and wind warnings are in effect for Yarmouth, Shelburne and Di...
Feb 27, 2024
Auditor General to speak to RCMP on Liberals' misuse of funds
A misuse of public funds has Nova Scotia's opposition party in hot water. Auditor General Kim Adair plans to file a report with RCMP after her investigation into the Liberal Association of Nova Scotia...
Feb 27, 2024
N.S. NDP leader says plan needed to tackle rising costs
Nova Scotia's NDP leader says costs are continuing to skyrocket. As the legislature is set to open, Claudia Chender says a plan is needed. She says they want to help people where they need it most. "W...
Feb 27, 2024
