Nova Scotian's Abroad
Calling All Nova Scotian's Who Have Ventured Out on the Bright Blue Seas!
08/05/2023
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New Dragon to Live at Miller Lake
'People love it': New dragon to take to the waters of Miller Lake | SaltWire John Robidoux thinks it was in the late 1970s or early '80s that the first dragon appeared in the water of Miller Lake, along Highway 102. “It was ...
20/04/2023
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Sorry Cape Breton, back to mainly chilly temps and possible flurries tomorrow!
13/02/2023
Heroic Dog Honoured in Pictou Nova Scotia.
Heroic German shepherd honoured for saving couple from Pictou County, N.S., house fire | SaltWire It’s not often dogs are invited into the Municipality of Pictou County’s council chambers. But for Athena, exceptions were made. The German shepherd, who ...
09/02/2023
Winter Garden Harvest in Nova Scotia
Growing vegetables during colder seasons may actually be less work Author and gardener Niki Jabbour sheds light on how to keep a winter garden.
30/12/2022
The Flying Bluenose -:Railway
How Nova Scotia's historic luxury train captivated North America The Flying Bluenose Express transported tourists from Yarmouth to Halifax in style for 45 years, at a time when Acadian culture was a North American fascination.
29/12/2022
What a shame that something can't be done to save this iconic church in Digby County.
Historic church in Digby County finally facing sale or demolition | CBC News The Catholic Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth is issuing a call for proposals for the Digby County Wooden Church, after the group trying to save it fell short of its fundraising goal.
28/08/2022
What is your favourite NS beer, or beverage?
08/06/2022
Nova Scotia's Unofficial Anthem.
KATY JEAN: An inside perspective on Nova Scotia's unofficial anthem, You Feel the Same Way Too | SaltWire HALIFAX, N.S. — Nova Scotia has a few unofficial anthems. There’s
06/06/2022
This week in Nova Scotia History
LEO J. DEVEAU: This Week in Nova Scotia History: June 6-12 | SaltWire 6 & 7 June 1944 - News reached Nova Scotia that the largest Second World War military campaign ever on European shores had begun – known as the D-Day ...
30/05/2022
Halifax women buys old roller skates online, and discovers they belonged to her 40 years ago.
'Perfect fit': Halifax woman unknowingly buys used roller skates she owned 40 years ago | CBC News A woman looking to get back into roller-skating found a pair for sale online. It turned out they were the pair she owned 40 years ago.
12/05/2022
New food truck in Windsor, N.S. taps into area's rich heritage of hockey, farming, giant pumpkins | SaltWire WINDSOR, N.S. — A Windsor chef is paying homage to his roots with a new business that tempts the taste buds. Andrew Dill launched Chef Dilly’s — a food ...
12/05/2022
First floating tidal power delivered in N.S. | SaltWire Ocean energy firm Sustainable Marine says it has harnessed the tidal currents in the Bay of Fundy, delivering the first floating in-stream tidal power to ...
03/05/2022
Springtime in Nova Scotia
WEATHER PHOTO: Time for the May flowers following April's showers in Montague, P.E.I. | SaltWire Trista MacLeod has been out and about in Montague, P.E.I., capturing various signs of spring, and sent me this sign of spring photo of some buds blooming.
21/04/2022
Nova Scotia Taxi driver leaves $1.68 Million to Antigonish hospital.
Antigonish taxi driver leaves $1.68 million to local hospital | SaltWire ANTIGONISH, N.S. — Antigonish’s most famous taxi driver always said he’d leave a few dollars for the hospital. “Of course, when we found out how much we ...
18/04/2022
Seasonal homeowners blast Nova Scotia's non-resident tax plan | SaltWire Seasonal homeowners who live outside Nova Scotia lambasted a proposed tax plan at the legislature’s law amendments committee meeting on Thursday. The ...
14/04/2022
FENWAY PARK: How Nova Scotians designed the home of the Red Sox | SaltWire By BOB DOHERTY With the baseball season almost upon us, and pandemic lockdown restrictions disappearing across North America, many Nova Scotian members of ...
11/04/2022
A. emerson, ba, bsc, mdcm, facs, frcs Dunphy | SaltWire It is with great sadness, but immense gratitude for a long and wonderful life, that we announce the death of our father, Dr. Emerson Dunphy, of Antigonish, ...
10/03/2022
Nova Scotia Has It All The government is investing $23 million to help Nova Scotia's film industry grow sustainably and generate economic activity year-round.Premier Tim Houston an...
10/03/2022
Nova Scotia Travel Guide - The Best Road Trip Ideas | The Planet D The best things to do in Nova Scotia from Cape Breton to the South Shore. This Nova Scotia travel guide takes you on a road trip through Nova Scotia. ►Subscr...
10/03/2022
On the road again: Atlantic Canadian travel bugs have got an itch that needs scratching | SaltWire After two years of COVID hibernation, many Atlantic Canadians are ready for a vacation. With many countries and provinces lifting restrictions, travel is ...
26/12/2021
GET GROWING: A crop of 2021 memories and planting seeds for 2022 | SaltWire As the year comes to a close, I like to look back on the growing season to celebrate the successes as well as acknowledge the challenges I faced in the ...
17/12/2021
Nova Scotia's population reaches 1 Million !
Nova Scotia’s population hits one million | SaltWire A major milestone for the province: Nova Scotia is now home to over one million people, according to the latest numbers from Statistics Canada. In a news ...
12/12/2021
Halifax Nova Scotia in the 1990's. What are your memories of Halifax and Nova Scotia in the 1990's?
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01/12/2021
History of Nova Scotia Nova Scotia History has something for everyone; prehistoric life, intrigue, war, pirates & privateers, a union of cultures, incredible music, the desire to s...
Where are you from in Nova Scotia, and where are you living now?
26/10/2021
Yarmouth NS to Bar Harbour Maine USA Ferry Services
Cat ferry sailing to Yarmouth and Bar Harbor for trials and training ahead of 2022 season | Saltwire The Cat ferry will spend a few days sailing to Yarmouth and Bar Harbor in preparation for the 2022 season. Between Oct. 23 and Oct. 27, the Cat will be ...
24/10/2021
Autumn in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
22/10/2021
Autumn is the most beautiful time of year in Nova Scotia. This photo is from Shelburne County.
18/10/2021
What is your favourite town to visit in Nova Scotia?
10 Towns in Nova Scotia to Visit this Summer! Looking for Nova Scotia road trip ideas? Instead of heading to Halifax or Lunenburg check out some of the smaller towns and villages in Nova Scotia that have...