Author Archives: Kevin Northup
UPDATE: Building Knocked Down On Argyle Street After Fire
An abandoned building in Yarmouth's south-end was in flames this morning. The Yarmouth fire department were called to the structure fire near the corner of Argyle and William Streets around 3:30 a.m. ...
Apr 27, 2021 (Y95 News Photo)
Municipality of Yarmouth Volunteer of the Year: Mike Randall
Provincial volunteer of the year winners are being formally recognized today. The Municipality of the District of Yarmouth's Volunteer of the Year is Mike Randall. He's being recognized for his work a...
Apr 26, 2021 (Contributed Photo)
Town of Yarmouth Volunteer of the Year: Tim MacKinnon
Provincial volunteer of the year winners are being formally recognized today. The Town of Yarmouth's Volunteer of the Year is Tim MacKinnon. The volunteer firefighter is known for his incredible Hallo...
Apr 26, 2021 (Photo Contributed)
Sipekne'katik First Nation Planning To Start Summer Lobster Fishery
The Sipekne'katik First Nation are moving ahead with another 'moderate livelihood' lobster fishery in St. Mary's Bay this summer. In a release last week, Chief Mike Sack says the season would run from...
Apr 26, 2021 Chief Mike Sack of the Sipekne’katik First Nation.
Mariners Fall 5-4 To Truro in Double Overtime Saturday
The Yarmouth Junior A Mariners fell 5-4 in double overtime Saturday night to the Truro Bearcats at Mariners Centre. Cam Patton, Reilly Mayne, Jordan McKenna and Sam Gillis had the Yarmouth goals, Brys...
Apr 26, 2021
Vandalism Up In Town Of Yarmouth
Vandalism is popping up significantly in the Town of Yarmouth. Whether it's graffiti or property being destroyed, town staff has noticed more and more of it lately. Yarmouth's Mayor is disappointed wi...
Apr 23, 2021
100 Guys Who Share Donate To Yarmouth Ground Search and Rescue
A big donation went to Yarmouth County Ground Search and Rescue last night. It was made by the 100 Guys Who Share, Yarmouth County at their latest meeting. The organization will receive over $13,000. ...
Apr 23, 2021
Two Mural Projects On Horizon For Yarmouth
Two mural projects have been approved by the Yarmouth Facade Society for the upcoming year. The first at 313-315 Main Street on the Iceworks building will display a sailing ship to signify the history...
Apr 23, 2021 Belle Hatfield presents to Yarmouth's Committee of the Whole (Y95 News Photo)
MODY Led Survey On Mariners Centre/Bridge Facility Upsets Town
A phone survey funded by the Municipality of Yarmouth has drawn the ire of Yarmouth town council. The survey asks Yarmouth County residents several questions about their feelings on the expansion of M...
Apr 23, 2021 (Y95 News Photo)
Three Active COVID-19 Cases In Tri-Counties
There are now three active cases of COVID-19 in the Yarmouth/Shelburne/Digby Community Health Network. This according to the Nova Scotia COVID-19 Dashboard. The province says there's no sign of commun...
Apr 23, 2021
