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The federal Justice Minister is introducing legislation to change the way victim surcharges are applied by judges in criminal sentencing. Jody Wilson-Raybould is looking to change a 2013 law that forc...

Another Lunenburg landmark is back in port. Picton Castle is in dry dock for it’s bi-annual upkeep. Barnacles will be cleared, systems will be checked and the hull will be painted. Helping with ...

The MP for South Shore – St. Margaret’s says she’s confident a motion addressing abandoned and derelict vessels will be approved this week. Members of parliament will debate the moti...

It’s Week 2 of the Valley High School Hockey League. The Yarmouth High Vikings hope to rebound this weekend after a 7-1 loss to Par-en-Bas Sunday. They travel to Northeast Kings to face the Tita...

Three projects in Digby County will receive federal funding. Just over $52,000 will help the Town of Digby improve its downtown promenade, including renovations to the sidewalk, deck and railing, the ...

The Yarmouth Junior A Mariners look to remain perfect. They start a two-game road trip tonight in Campbellton against the Tigers. 9 Hour Roadie to meet @TigerHockeyNews Friday 7:30@MTimberWolves Sat 7...

A new building for Yarmouth’s HOPE Centre is being constructed at a different location than originally planned. Staff and clients of the Handicapped Organization Promoting Equality, which offers...

Wilson’s Home Hardware Building Centre was awarded business of the year Thursday night in Shelburne County. The community and business excellence awards were given out in Clark’s Harbour. ...

The MLA for Argyle-Barrington says there is still more work to be done to address short-comings in the Office of Acadian Affairs. Yesterday the minister responsible, Michel Samson, said the office wil...

Nova Scotia is getting a heavy dose of rain over the next two days. Environment Canada has listed a rainfall warning for Lunenburg, Queens, Shelburne and Yarmouth counties. The weather agency is sugge...