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Third year St. F.X. student Neely MacBurnie took part in a special three-day retreat over the summer, which involved 20 “youth thinkers” from across Atlantic Canada, gathering at Thinkers Lodge in Pugwash, Cumberland County.

St. F.X. student inspired by climate change retreat

Cole Butcher was the winner of the Lucas Oil 150, Sept. 14, at Riverside International Speedway. It was his second win at James River this season and third on the 2019 Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour season.

Butcher slides in for Lucas Oil 150 win

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Port Hawkesbury to form physician recruitment committee

Folks circle St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Sunday afternoon, during Together We Are More.

Massive turnout for Together We Are More

Mary Ellen Clancy addressing the crowd during her well-attended book launch, Sept. 11, at the People’s Place Library.

Clancy’s launches book 20 years in the making

Artist Nellie Fraser using the open studio time at The Arts House, on the morning of Sept. 10. The open studio time is every Tuesday morning.

Creativity continues at Antigonish’s Arts House

Sara McCarron and Alison Blanchard of Waitaki Athletic Marist women’s rugby team in New Zealand after a match with Green Island. They are pictured with their parents – Lee McCarron (left) and Brian and Sharon Kenny-Blanchard (an Antigonish native). Brian also coaches the team. Contributed

Sara McCarron plays rugby in New Zealand

Owner Rosemary Curry (left) and Rose Murphy discuss plans for the upcoming Travel Tales – trauma and triumph on the road – a storytelling open mic that will take place Tuesday, Sept. 24, beginning at 7 p.m., at the Red Sky Gallery on Main Street in Antigonish. Corey LeBlanc

Travel Tales – trauma and triumph on the road

Antigonish author Anne Simpson will launch her new book Strange Attractor Thursday (Sept. 19), beginning at 7 p.m., at the Red Sky Gallery on Main Street. Corey LeBlanc

Strange Attractor explores ‘self’

Keiran Burnham has developed into a placekicking and punting star for the St. F.X. X-Men football team. Bryan Kennedy

Keiran Burnham starring for football X-Men

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Port Hawkesbury to form physician recruitment committee

Updated 5 hours ago

Owner Rosemary Curry (left) and Rose Murphy discuss plans for the upcoming Travel Tales – trauma and triumph on the road – a storytelling open mic that will take place Tuesday, Sept. 24, beginning at 7 p.m., at the Red Sky Gallery on Main Street in Antigonish. Corey LeBlanc

Travel Tales – trauma and triumph on the road

Updated Sep 13, 2019 at 2:37 p.m.

Antigonish author Anne Simpson will launch her new book Strange Attractor Thursday (Sept. 19), beginning at 7 p.m., at the Red Sky Gallery on Main Street. Corey LeBlanc

Strange Attractor explores ‘self’

Updated Sep 13, 2019 at 2:38 p.m.

Central Nova map courtesy of Elections Canada.

Federal election campaign underway

Updated Sep 13, 2019 at 5:04 p.m.

Local

Folks circle St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Sunday afternoon, during Together We Are More.

Massive turnout for Together We Are More

Updated 52 minutes ago

Retired hydro-geologist Peter Lund speaking to the crowd during the Cochrane Hill gold mine information session, Aug. 19, in Sherbrooke.

Questions and concerns a plenty during Cochrane Hills proposed mine information session

Updated Aug 22, 2019 at 4:17 p.m.

Roger MacKay is seeking the conservative nomination in Central Nova.

What's next for Central Nova, now that Roger MacKay is out of the federal election race?

Updated Aug 20, 2019 at 12:13 p.m.

RCMP release

Fatal tractor incident in Antigonish County

Updated Aug 19, 2019 at 7:39 a.m.

Opinion

Central Nova map courtesy of Elections Canada.

Federal election campaign underway

Updated Sep 13, 2019 at 5:04 p.m.

The Antigonish Old Dogs who participated in the Molson Canadian Moncton Dynomites Tournament March 29-31. Pictured is Allan MacDonald (back, left), Paul Bourque, Rob Dunphy, Deiter Haas, Kevin Cameron, Gary Wood, Allie MacDonald, Donnie MacDougall, Brent MacDougall, coach Greg MacDonald, Greg MacDonald (front, left), Adam Dunphy with daughter Addison, Stephen MacKenzie, Doug Vail, Richard MacKenzie, trainer Mark from Moncton, Willie Joe Sofan and Leonard MacEachern. The Old Dogs won their division at the tournament; the seventh time in a row they have, with different line-ups, claimed a tournament title.

Different age, same game, more memories

Updated Aug 13, 2019 at 2:53 p.m.

DVDs featuring well known and beloved movies starring Candy, as well as some SCTV Christmas skits, and a book written about the late, great Canadian comedic actor.

A Canadian comedy icon gone too soon

Updated Jul 16, 2019 at 12:20 p.m.

A stack of newspapers

To venture beyond the (pay)wall

Updated Jul 16, 2019 at 12:20 p.m.

Business

The panels being installed at 227 Main Street.

Recent installation creates largest PV Solar system in Antigonish

Updated Sep 03, 2019 at 12:37 p.m.

Antigonish Chamber of Commerce president Dan Fougere (left) and David MacGillivray, the grandson of Patrick C. Hanley, present Colleen Cameron with the CIBC sponsored Patrick C. Hanley Community Builder Award, during the Chamber's President’s Dinner April 24.

Cameron receives Antigonish Chamber of Commerce's community builder award

Updated Apr 28, 2019 at 5:13 p.m.

Damian Welsh with daughter Kheiran handing out one of Back East Seafood’s specialties – a two-piece fish and chips.

Business brings family back together in Antigonish

Updated Apr 16, 2019 at 10:32 a.m.

Artist rendition of Bayside Travel Centre.

Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation launches $10 million highway showcase

Updated May 17, 2019 at 1:17 p.m.

Sports

Cole Butcher was the winner of the Lucas Oil 150, Sept. 14, at Riverside International Speedway. It was his second win at James River this season and third on the 2019 Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour season.

Butcher slides in for Lucas Oil 150 win

Updated 17 hours ago

Cape Breton West Islanders forward Bryce Thompson skating past a Weeks’ defenceman, Aug. 31 in Port Hawkesbury.

SLIDESHOW: ‘Honest effort’ Islanders getting ready

Updated Sep 05, 2019 at 7:31 p.m.

Napa Sportsman Series drivers, some pictured here in action during the Henry’s AUTOPRO 100 Aug. 16 at Riverside, will settle the title in the Henry's AUTOPRO 75, this Saturday (Sept. 7) at Riverside International Speedway. Richard MacKenzie

Riverside ending 50th anniversary season with a bang

Updated 17 hours ago

General manager Gerry Marangoni and new head coach Donnie Grant discussing the upcoming NSJHL season for the Antigonish Junior ‘B’ Bulldogs.

Grant, Junior Bulldogs excited to get going

Updated Sep 02, 2019 at 8:49 p.m.

Lifestyles

Third year St. F.X. student Neely MacBurnie took part in a special three-day retreat over the summer, which involved 20 “youth thinkers” from across Atlantic Canada, gathering at Thinkers Lodge in Pugwash, Cumberland County.

St. F.X. student inspired by climate change retreat

Updated 1 hour ago

ENSE manager Donald MacLellan (right) presents Jim Kell with the Most Sportsmanlike Award – Maritime Horse Pull – in memory of Donald ‘DL’ MacDonald, Sunday (Sept. 1) afternoon at the Antigonish Arena.

Kell recognized for his many years of involvement

Updated Sep 05, 2019 at 7:29 p.m.

Hope Dalvay signing books during the launch for Welcome to Camp Fill-in-the-Blank, earlier this summer in Charlottetown.

St. Peter’s writer releases first novel

Updated Sep 04, 2019 at 1:37 p.m.

Participants, organizers and attendees gather for a group photo following the conclusion of the Disability, Access, Equity and Education: Creating Welcoming Communities held Aug. 26 and 27 at St. F.X.

Creating Welcoming Communities event held at St. F.X.

Updated Sep 02, 2019 at 8:50 p.m.

Recent Stories

Shawn Wade Hynes follows his lawyer into the court room. Hynes is charged with criminal negligence causing bodily harm and assault with a weapon. He has pled not guilty.

Trial for man accused of shooting coworker with a nail gun underway

Third year St. F.X. student Neely MacBurnie took part in a special three-day retreat over the summer, which involved 20 “youth thinkers” from across Atlantic Canada, gathering at Thinkers Lodge in Pugwash, Cumberland County.

St. F.X. student inspired by climate change retreat

Premier Stephen McNeil announces $48.8 million on Sept. 4, 2019 for a new interchange along Highway 103 to be cost-shared with the federal government and the town. - Josh Healey

McNeil Liberals regain lead in latest poll of Nova Scotia voters

Hike Nova Scotia is encouraging Nova Scotians to get out and get active through their annual Fall Guided Hike Series.

Nova Scotia fall colours featured in hike series

Pictured above are cast members from CentreStage Theatre’s production of The Cemetery Club.

The Cemetery Club a long-time crowd favourite

Imperial CEO Rich Kruger

Imperial Oil appoints new president as current CEO transitions toward retirement

A school bus and 18-wheeler were damaged in Wilmot when the truck collided with the back of the bus, causing fender damage and a broken window.
KATHERINE BICKFORD

Annapolis RCMP advising safety in school zones and around buses after 18-wheeler hits school bus

Quinlan Smith’s graphite drawings of wildlife capture subtle details in the faces of animals, especially around the eyes.

Nova Scotia artist captures subtle detail in wildlife portraits

Former CFL player turned handyman and HGTV star Sebastian Clovis was first introduced to carpentry and building when he was 15.

Home comfort: Create the ultimate fan cave

Members of the Valley Junior A Wildcats hand out treats during the Berwick Gala Days Street Parade.

Valley Wildcats an important part of community

Savaria Vuelift octagonal elevator.

What's up in new homes: elevators on the rise

Murdoch the shark was tagged off Cape Breton by the Ocearch research team. The shark is estimated to be 3.68 metres in length.

VIDEO: Research team tags second great white shark off Cape Breton