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Chase The Ace Back Tonight In West Pubnico, Estimated Jackpot Is $144,000
25 cards remain in the West Pubnico Legion’s Chase the Ace deck. The lucky ticket winner tonight will have a chance to pick the ace, and win an estimated $144,000 jackpot. The fundraiser for the...
Sep 02, 2016
Main Street Mile In Yarmouth Sunday
The annual Main Street Mile will be run in Yarmouth this Sunday. At 8:30am, runners or walkers will begin at the Lake Milo Boat Club. The route is south along Main Street and ends at the Sports Hall o...
Sep 02, 2016
Samsung Stops Sales Of Galaxy Note 7 After Reports Of Phones Catching Fire
Samsung is halting sales of its new Galaxy Note 7 smartphone after reports of the phone catching fire while charging. The South Korean electronics company says after launching an investigation they fo...
Sep 02, 2016
Yarmouth Mariners Can't Hold Early Lead, Fall 8-4 To Lumberjacks In Preseason Play
The Yarmouth Junior A Mariners dropped their second exhibition game, 8-4 to the South Shore Lumberjacks in Bridgewater. Matt Warner led Yarmouth with two goals. Aaron Maillet and Matthew Smith also sc...
Sep 02, 2016
Digby RCMP Give Tips On Wharf Rat Rally Safety
Digby RCMP are reminding those attending the 12th annual Wharf Rat Rally to make safety a priority. #Digby #RCMPNS is ready for 2016 Wharf Rat Rally festivities https://t.co/z79FBgpVUG - RCMP, Nova Sc...
Sep 02, 2016
Tropical Cyclone Information Statement In Effect For Western Nova Scotia
Environment Canada says residents of Nova Scotia should watch the forecast over the long weekend. A tropical cyclone information statement has been issued for Yarmouth, Shelburne and Digby Counties, a...
Sep 02, 2016
Municipality Of Barrington Continuing To Offer Water To Residents
The Municipality of Barrington is adding additional options for those affected by a lack of water. Wells are drying up, as Barrington has been one of the driest places in Atlantic Canada this summer. ...
Sep 02, 2016
Local Track And Field Complex In $10,000 Contest.
A local track and field coach is hoping her video will receive enough votes to win a $10,000 contest. Nicole Gushue submitted a minute-long video to Support4Sport Nova Scotia on the track and field fa...
Sep 01, 2016
Wharf Rat Rally Underway In Digby, Special Tribute Planned For Opening Ceremony
It’s day two of the 12th annual Wharf Rat Rally in Digby. The event sees thousands of motorcycles and spectators flock to Digby every Labour Day weekend. Wayne MacDonald, Vice-Chair of the Rally...
Sep 01, 2016
Barrington Cadet Receives Top Honours
A 14 year-old cadet has been recognized for her exemplary performance. Lindsey Nickerson is with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps 327 Unicorn in Barrington. She attended summer training in Cornwalli...
Sep 01, 2016
