Details on how you can still receive Government related mail
Canada Post employees are on strike for the foreseeable future. What do you do if you are depending on receiving something important in the mail from the Government like applying or registering for a program? Maybe you are waiting on a perm...
Nov 18, 2024
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Lady Gaga joins the cast of a Netflix show
Lady Gaga is reportedly set to appear in season 2 of Wednesday. If you aren't familiar, that is the Addams Family show on Netflix starring Jenna Ortega. I watched season 1, it's cute! Doesn't sound like Lady Gaga will have a big role, more ...
Nov 15, 2024
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Nov 14, 2024
Voter Info cards will not be sent out for the Provincial Election
If you are waiting for your Voter Information card to arrive in the mail for this Provincial election, you can stop. Elections Nova Scotia are not printing Voter Information cards due to the potential postal strike. If you are not sure of w...
Nov 04, 2024
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Department of Education and Early Childhood Development asking for input
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is asking for your input as the update the Provincial School Code of Conduct Policy The goal of the update is to improve how incidents of unacceptable behaviours are responded to,...
Oct 25, 2024
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Have you booked your mammogram appointment?
I called to book my mammogram this morning, it was a simple process that took 5 minutes. The mobile breast screening clinic is in Arichat now and then moves to the Strait Richmond Hospital. You can see the mobile and permanent clinics here....
Oct 24, 2024
32 new Hallmark Christmas movies to be released this season
If you love the Hallmark Christmas movies then you will be happy to learn that 32 new ones will be released this year. Yes, they've already begun to air, Hallmark doesn't mess around, 'Twas the Date Before Christmas, Holiday Crashers & ...
Oct 22, 2024
Huge frozen waffle recall due to possible listeria contamination
Hundreds of frozen waffle products made in Ontario are being recalled by the manufacturer because of possible contamination by the listeria bacteria. TreeHouse Foods issued the voluntary recall on products sold under various brand names inc...
Oct 21, 2024
No weekend gas in Inverness as of October 20
As of this Sunday, the only gas station in Inverness, Ultramar, will be closed on weekends due to staff shortages.
Oct 18, 2024
New Tesla robots can do chores or just "be your friend"
Elon Musk has revealed Tesla Optimus robots that are designed to help with household chores. I have a robot vacuum but these ones are about 3000 levels beyond that - they look like Storm Troopers. They will cost between $20-30k. "It ...
Oct 11, 2024
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Planning a trip to Cape Breton? Here is a fall leaves change guide
Planning a trip to Cape Breton to enjoy the beautiful fall colors? CBISLAND.COM has a great guide for when you can catch the trees in all their glory. We have some beautiful scenic view in Cape Breton and they are at their best when they sh...
Oct 04, 2024
Costco yogurt recalled for the second time this month
Danone Canada has issued a recall for Kirkland Signature Probiotic Yogurt that was sold between September 3 & 19 at Costco in a 24 pack. The issue is that it could have a type of yeast that could possibly make immunocompromised people s...
Sep 26, 2024
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Ordering now open for 'pay what you can' school lunch program
The new provincial School Lunch Program is now open for ordering. September 20-25 you can place an order for October 1 which is the first date the lunches will be served. These will be affordable lunches ordered through an online pay-what-y...
Sep 20, 2024
Partial lunar eclipse tonight
There will be a partial lunar eclipse tonight. Here is the timeline from timeanddate.com: 11:12pm: Partial moon eclipse starts - moon is getting red. 11:44pm: Eclipse Moon is closest to the center of the shadow. 12:15am: Partial Eclipse en...
Sep 17, 2024
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Henry Island is for sale!
Henry Island, located just off the coast of Route 19 between Port Hood and Harbourview, has hit the market. The asking price for the 200 acre island is $6,990,000. This is the first (public) listing event for the property. It has a working ...
Sep 10, 2024
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Sep 05, 2024
What's up with Yellowstone and all the spin offs?
Here is the trailer for the second half of Yellowstone season 5 AND! rumor is this might NOT actually be the final season. That said, Kevin Costner is not going back. It will be interesting to see how they get rid of his character without h...
Sep 05, 2024
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Back to school info for Quad County parents with the SRCE
The kids head back to SRCE schools tomorrow. Here are some (what I hope) helpful links and info for you: Academic Calendar 2024-2025 Strait Regional Centre for Education student cell phone policy School Supplies will be provided A new "...
Sep 04, 2024
"Pay what you can" lunch program to launch in schools next month
A new provincial School Lunch Program will launch next month. Families will be able to order affordable lunches through an online pay-what-you-can system that lets them confidentially pay what they are able. Starting in October, NSLunch.ca ...
Sep 04, 2024
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Strait Regional Centre for Education student cell phone policy
The following email was sent to parents/guardians of students at Tamarac Education Centre in Port Hawkesbury this morning: As you may be aware, the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development announced a Provincial Directive on Ce...
Sep 03, 2024
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Who is running in the Port Hawkesbury Municipal election? (updated)
The next general municipal election in Nova Scotia is October 19. Below are the people who will be running. For Port Hawkesbury Town Council: Todd Barrett Paula Hart Iaian Langley Donald MacDonald Terence Matthews Current Council Member Bla...
Sep 03, 2024
FAQ for Nova Scotia Summer Fest
Nova Scotia Summer Fest begins tomorrow and runs until Saturday on Columbus Field in Antigonish. Tomorrow is the Nova Scotia Summer Fest Cookout featuring food and beverage vendors from Antigonish and across Nova Scotia. Admission is free o...
Aug 14, 2024
Canso Causeway 69th Anniversary
August 13, 2024 marks the 69th anniversary of the official opening of the Canso Causeway. In 1903, a proposal known as the "Strait of Canso Bridge" was presented to government. The plan was to build a 4,370 ft steel cantilever bri...
Aug 13, 2024
Leeside Society in Port Hawkesbury adds a dog to their staff
Leeside Society has a new staff member named Darwin who fills the roll of accredited Facility Support Dog. Darwin is a 2 year old Labrador/Retriever and a recent graduate from Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides in Oakville, Ontario, and...
Aug 06, 2024
The Stampede but make it Nova Scotian
Looks like Nova Scotia will be getting it's very own Stampede! The Nova Scotia Stampede will include a sanctioned, international Rodeo consisting of barrel racing, bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback riding & gymkhana. (I had no idea wh...
Jul 29, 2024
Health Canada Recalls Silk and Great Value brand plant based drinks
UPDATE July 18: 2 deaths have been linked to this recall A National recall has been issued by Health Canada for various Silk and Great Value brand plant based refrigerated beverages due to Listeria monocytogenes. What you should do If you t...
Jul 09, 2024
The story of the lost wedding journal
This morning I received an email from Fiona Brady and Carl Mehling. 25 years ago, they had been married for 15 days and were honeymooning in Nova Scotia. Fiona had a journal that she used to document planning her wedding, her wedding vows, ...
Jun 24, 2024
Amazon returns made easier in Canada
Returning a product to Amazon just got easier for Canadians. Staples locations across the Country are now accepting Amazon returns and you don't even need to re-package them or print off a label. To initiate a return, customers create a QR ...
Jun 20, 2024
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If you have an older Apple TV, Netflix won't work soon
Netflix won't be available on some Apple TVs soon. 2nd & 3rd generation Apple TVs were released over a decade ago and Netflix says they want to be able to "maintain the best possible experience" This has happened in the past w...
Jun 17, 2024
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Free School Supplies for all SRCE Students
This email went out to families with Strait Regional Centre for Education students this morning: For your planning purposes, I am pleased to let you know our school will be offering free school supplies to all students this coming school ye...
Jun 03, 2024
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Cape Breton Screaming Eagles coming to Port Hawkesbury
The Cape Breton Eagles are returning to Port Hawkesbury this Fall! For the first time since 2011, the Eagles will do battle with the Saint John Sea Dogs in QMJHL pre-season action on September 6 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. Eagles G...
May 21, 2024
You could own a piece of Upper Clements Park! Bumper cars for sale on Facebook Marketplace
Growing up in the Annapolis Valley, I have fond memories of Upper Clements Park. It's hard to believe that it no longer exists. I'll never forget standing on the deck of the Flume and watching everyone get soaked! Well, if you would like to...
May 09, 2024
Mandatory breathalyzer testing during RCMP traffic stops for the month of May
Last week, the RCMP issued a notice that they will be doing roadside Mandatory Alcohol Screenings (MAS) during all traffic stops in Halifax Regional Municipality communities served by the RCMP throughout the month of May. In case you were w...
May 06, 2024
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Got junk? Spring heavy pickup is coming up around the Quad Counties
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Apr 30, 2024
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The Hummingbirds have arrived!
Spring migration for hummingbirds has begun and some have been spotted in Nova Scotia. (hope they brought their winter jackets!) You can report a sighting here. If you feed hummingbirds, don't bother with the store bought food, it isn't ne...
Apr 23, 2024
Air Fryer Biscuits
My husband made a delicious roast dinner last night. As it was cooking, I thought to myself, "biscuits would be good with this." I've made biscuits in the past but they are very hit or miss for me. I've mentioned before how much I...
Apr 22, 2024
Wondering when the carbon tax rebate arrive?
Carbon tax rebates have begun to be deposited into bank accounts of those who are eligible to receive it in Nova Scotia. The payments are based on the size of your household. In order to receive the carbon rebate, Canadians need to file the...
Apr 16, 2024
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Mattea Roach returns to Jeopardy! next month
Mattea Roach is set to return to Jeopardy! in May when the Masters Tournament kicks off. The Masters pits the 6 highest ranked players against each other. For 3 weeks, they will compete for the grand prize of $500, 000 and the title of Jeop...
Apr 15, 2024
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Port Hawkesbury actress Ellie Cluett nominiated for ACTRA Maritimes Award
You may remember that 10 year old Ellie Cluett from Port Hawkesbury starred in a Christmas movie called The Secret Gift of Christmas, filmed in Halifax, last year. Her character was Phoebe Armstrong, the daughter of one of the main characte...
Apr 12, 2024
Are your eclipse glasses safe?
Amazon has issued a recall for some eclipse glasses that have not been approved by the American Astronomical Society. You would have received the recall notice if you purchased ones that fall under the recall. How can test your eclipse glas...
Apr 08, 2024
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Apr 04, 2024
Jim Cuddy announced as 2024 Stanfest performer
It may not seem like it, but summer will be here before we know it. With summer comes Stanfest in Canso. It was just announced that Jim Cuddy will perform as part of Stanfest on Friday, July 26. The 27th annual Stan Rogers Folk Festival kic...
Apr 02, 2024
Total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024
On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will be visible from Nova Scotia. This is something that happens when the moon completely covers the sun. There is a very narrow path in which you can see it, called path of totality. The path is ve...
Apr 02, 2024
Happy April Fools Day! Where did the tradition come from?
Today is April 1, also known as April Fools Day but have you ever wondered why? There doesn't seem to be a clear origin of the tradition. History.com explains: Some historians speculate that April Fools' Day dates back to 1582, when France...
Apr 01, 2024
Pump prediction - conflicting information this week
We are going with 4 cent drops as our most trusted sources have done the same. Note: some sources are predicting a drop of only 0.3 cents for gas and 0.2 cents for diesel. Either way, there will be an increase Monday with the carbon tax...
Mar 28, 2024
$64 million dollar Lotto 6/49 Jackpot claimed 19 days before it was set to expire
For 347 days, Merel Chiasson of Bas-Caraquet, N.B. had a Lotto 6/49 ticket worth $64-million on his bedroom dresser and he didn't know it. Chiasson came into the Atlantic Lottery head office in Moncton, N.B. to claim his prize - the largest...
Mar 28, 2024
You can apply to be a seat filler at the JUNO awards!
For the second time in its 53 year history, the 2024 JUNO awards show will be broadcast from Halifax! The host this year is Nelly Furtado for the Sunday, March 24 show at the Scotiabank Centre. The awards show will feature performances by T...
Mar 18, 2024
Port Hawkesbury resident Adam Cooke will compete on Canada's Got Talent!
Adam Cooke is well known to many in the Quad Counties. You will often find him behind a microphone either singing, playing the piano or reporting on local stories. Now, the country will be introduced to him on March 19 when he appears on Ca...
Mar 07, 2024
Wet phone? Apple says don't put it in rice
If you've ever dropped your phone in water, your next move was probably frantically grabbing the box of rice. Apple now says they don't advise we do that. They say doing that could allow small particles of rice to damage your iPhone. Instea...
Mar 05, 2024
February 29 gas prediction
Feb 29, 2024
Looking back at THE dress
It was 9 years ago this week that a picture of a dress caused otherwise sane adults to passionately fight on the internet. It was February of 2015 when Cecilia Bleasdale took a picture of a dress in a store in England. Her daughter, Grace, ...
Feb 27, 2024
Weekly Pump Prediction
Feb 22, 2024
15 new Provincial Parks announced in Nova Scotia (8 in the Quads!) + the expansion of 2 others
The Government of Nova Scotia announced plans for more Provincial parks in the Province. There will be 15 new provincial parks, 8 in the Quad Counties, and more space at two others. These designations of Crown land will put the Province mor...
Feb 15, 2024
Snowfall warning in effect for the weekend
From Environment Canada: A low pressure system southwest of Nova Scotia will slowly track eastward tonight. This low will intensify on Saturday and become quasi-stationary southeast of the province resulting in a prolonged period of snow fo...
Feb 02, 2024
Canso Causeway closures - February 3 & 4
Feb 02, 2024
Coorie Centre open for shelter during storm
In response of the forecasted snowfall predicted for the local area, the Coorie Centre will be open for those living rough in Antigonish & Guysborough Counties. You are welcome to join them at 12pm on Friday, February 2 until them end o...
Feb 02, 2024
Gas prices adjustment prediction - February 1
Feb 01, 2024
How to make snow cream
Have you ever eaten snow? This came up after Reese Witherspoon posted a video making a drink from snow. Some of the commenters were VERY opposed to eating snow. Reese essentially made a cold brew coffee with snow but if you are interested, ...
Jan 24, 2024
Cape Breton castle listed for 1 million dollars has sold
If you say "you know the castle on the 105?" to pretty much any local, they will know exactly what you are talking about. The home had been listed for sale (see the listing here) It had been used as a bed and breakfast over the ye...
Jan 23, 2024
Gas prices adjustment prediction - January 18
Jan 18, 2024
Scammers pretending to be an NSP worker
Nova Scotia RCMP are warning people about a new phone scam where a caller claims to be a Nova Scotia Power employee. The scammer wants you to believe that you didn't pay for your smart meter installation, indicating that if you don't pay up...
Jan 17, 2024
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Maintenance will cause traffic delays Monday on Canso Causeway
Maintenance will be done on the Canso Causeway swing bridge on Monday, January 15, 2024. There are 4 traffic stoppages planned. Each will last 10-15 minutes between 9-11am and 1-3pm. The Nova Scotia Department of Public Works reminds motori...
Jan 12, 2024
January 12 weather alerts for the weekend
Jan 12, 2024
January 10 weather alerts
This will be a one day/night event. The forecast for Thursday is calling for sun & clouds.
Jan 10, 2024
Weather Alerts issued January 9
Coastal areas be aware: there will be higher than normal water levels along the Atlantic Coast of Nova Scotia during the tidal cycles between 12pm Wednesday and 12pm Thursday. The greatest risk of coastal flooding will be during local high ...
Jan 09, 2024
Ellie Cluett from Port Hawkesbury makes SECOND big screen debut!
Today is a VERY exciting day! Ellie Cluett, a 10 year old from Port Hawkesbury, will be on our TV screens again tonight. You may remember Ellie was cast on the TV show From, you can read more about that here. The next project on her growin...
Dec 15, 2023
2023 Holiday Shipping Deadlines from Canada Post
If you are sending cards or packages to loved ones, the below will tell you when they need to be mailed by. If you send Christmas cards, the deadline within Canada is December 19th if you are sending cards locally, December 18th for regiona...
Nov 30, 2023
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Police issue a warning about iOs 17 update
Included in the iOS 17 update is a feature called Name Drop that is on by default. It allows users to save contact information or share a photo when Apple devices come close together. Depending on the situation, this can be dangerous, espec...
Nov 28, 2023
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A horse (Yes, a HORSE) escaped it's stall in the cargo hold of a plane
Well. You don't hear THIS everyday. An Air Atlanta Icelandic 747 was going to Belgium on November 9 with a horse in the cargo hold of the plane. Somehow, the horse got free of it's stall. The pilots had to divert back to JFK airport. Liste...
Nov 15, 2023
Nova Scotia filmed Hallmark Christmas movie will be released November 11
The Hallmark movie, Christmas Island, which was filmed in Lunenburg, Peggy's Cove, and Halifax, will be released tomorrow. The plot: When a snowstorm diverts Kate's first private flight en route to Switzerland to Christmas Island, she must ...
Nov 10, 2023
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Finally! Yellowstone creators announce date for the rest of season 5 (+ new spinoffs!)
Yellowstone fans rejoice! We at last have a date for the end of the series! The first half of season 5 was released in November of 2022 and then.....nothing. It all came to a halt due to the writers strike and, allegedly, disagreements betw...
Nov 07, 2023
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Disney+ puts an end to password sharing
Another streaming service has cracked down on password sharing. This time it's Disney+. They are no longer allowing people to share passwords outside of their household. The new updates went into effect last Wednesday. They have several dif...
Nov 06, 2023
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Mariah Carey is being sued for copyright infringement
Once again, 2 songwriters, Andy Stone and Troy Powers, are suing Mariah Carey over her holiday classic, All I Want for Christmas is You. A similar suit was filed last year from the same people. That suit was dropped after 5 months. They cla...
Nov 02, 2023
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Don't know what to do with those wallet sized school photos? Try this!
It was recently school picture day at my sons school. When the proofs came back, I was looking at the various package options and noticed that many of them came with multiple 2X3 or wallet sized photos. I don't have much use for those so it...
Oct 20, 2023
Netflix opening stores
Netflix has announced that they are looking at opening actual brick and mortar stores. They plan on calling it "Netflix House." They stores will offer retail, it's not clear what they will be selling but they will also have food a...
Oct 18, 2023
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An old Blockbuster RECEIPT sells for over $700.00!
I've heard of many old video games selling for large amounts of money but never a receipt! An old Blockbuster receipt showing the purchase of a rare video game has earned a Torontonian just over $700.00!! Back in 1999, they bought a rare vi...
Oct 17, 2023
The best time to see the fall leaves in Cape Breton
We are experiencing another beautiful fall in Nova Scotia. Today is the official opening of the Celtic Colours International Festival at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. Celtic Colours is a festival that happens each year at this time and ...
Oct 06, 2023
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Partial solar eclipse in Nova Scotia on October 14
Nova Scotia will be treated to a partial solar eclipse on Saturday, October 14. It will begin at 1:43pm, peaking at 2:36pm and ending at 3:29pm, lasting 1 hour and 46 minutes. You can see from the image below how much of the sun will be cov...
Oct 05, 2023
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Applications open for Granville Green 2024 concert series
The 2024 season for Granville Green will be July 7 to August 11. Organizers are currently accepting applications from performers. The deadline to apply is December 31, 2023 but may be earlier if all dates are filled. Below are the requireme...
Sep 29, 2023
Vanna White will stay with Wheel of Fortune for at least 2 more years
This is the 41st year for Wheel of Fortune and the final year that Pat Sajak will be the host. Ryan Seacrest will take over as host for season 42. Vanna White has signed a contract to stay with the show for at least 2 more years. TMZ is rep...
Sep 20, 2023
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Tonight! The Amazing Race Canada wraps up in Halifax & 5 teachers from Glace Bay appear on Family Feud Canada
It's a big night for Nova Scotia on reality tv! The season 9 finale of the Amazing Race Canada will see contestants crossing the finish line in Nova Scotia tonight. Both Halifax and Fisherman's Cove in Eastern Passage will be race locations...
Sep 19, 2023
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Are you prepared for Hurricane Season?
We are now keeping a very close eye on Hurricane Lee. Lee remains a Category 3 and was in the northern Caribbean Sunday night. The exact track of Hurricane Lee still remains unclear as it continues to move further north up the Atlantic Ocea...
Sep 11, 2023
Look up! There is a Super Blue Moon this week!
The forecast is calling some clouds tonight and maybe showers in the Quad Counties. Hopefully that will hold off so we will be able to see the the "supermoon." The moon will appear bigger as it orbits closer to earth. It would hav...
Aug 31, 2023
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Tamarac Education Centre: new student welcome day, school supply list & how to get messages from the school
The first day of school can be unsettling for students, especially if they are new to the school. If you have a student attending TEC in Port Hawkesbury, you are invited to visit on Friday at 1:30. The first day of school is September 6. If...
Aug 30, 2023
Bob Barker willed his estate to over 40 charities
There are some celebrity deaths that hit harder than others. Bob Barker was one of those. I feel like he was directly tied to my childhood. Our parents and grandparents would never miss The Price is Right, he kept us company when we were ho...
Aug 29, 2023
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Stop the madness! Mustard Skittles???
Let me preface this entire thing with the following disclaimer: I hate mustard. That said, I suspect, that even if I LOVED mustard, this would still be nasty. August 5 is National Mustard Day (okayyyy) and French's has teamed up with Skittl...
Jul 26, 2023
A heat warning has been issued for much of Mainland Nova Scotia
Environment Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness have issued a heat warning for most of Mainland Nova Scotia. Warnings are in effect for: Annapolis County Antigonish County Colchester County - Truro and south Halifax...
Jul 25, 2023
One of the beaches in Port Hood is now more accessible than ever before!
Mobi mats have been installed in Port Hood! It's a nonslip semi-rigid and stable rollout pathway. This will allow access to the beach for people that otherwise may not have been able to navigate the sand. This new feature is at the Boardwal...
Jul 19, 2023
Did you get your "carbon tax rebate?"
Residents of Nova Scotians will be getting a cash rebate to offset the new carbon tax. The "Climate Action Incentive" payment will come every 3 months by cheque or direct deposit. It is tax-free and the objective is to help indivi...
Jul 18, 2023
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Potentially dangerous blue-green algae reported in the Quad Counties
As we finally are getting some warmer temperatures, please be on the lookout for blue-green algae. In the Quad Counties, both Lake Ainslie and Indian Harbor Lake have had blue-green algae reported as of today. Contact or consumption can be ...
Jul 14, 2023
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We will soon be able to collect Air Miles at Dollarama
It was announced earlier this week that we will be able to collect Air Miles at Dollarama starting on August 7. Recently, BMO purchased Air Miles. They explained in a press release that you can earn 10 bonus miles when you spend $30 or more...
Jul 14, 2023
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Ellie Cluett from Port Hawkesbury makes big screen debut on tv show From!
I've been raving about how much I'm loving the tv show FROM. It's available on Paramount+. The show is set in an undetermined location in the United States (presumably) but it's filmed in Nova Scotia! They built an entire set in Beaver Bank...
Jun 15, 2023
Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk are coming to Port Hawkesbury in November!
SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT: The Forgive Me Tour-Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk SHOW DATE: November 18, 2023 7:30pm Chantal Kreviazuk and Raine Maida are one of Canada's most influential cultural couples. Kreviazuk made her critically acclaimed ...
Jun 14, 2023
Remember Loki? He's the dog that was tied to a tree the night of the Polar Vortex. He and his sister need a home.
Do you remember Loki? He was the dog that was rescued after he was tied to a tree in Louisdale the night of the polar vortex. The kind folks at Coastal K9 Rescue Society in Antigonish have been caring for him and his sister. He is thriving...
Jun 13, 2023
Nova Scotia filmed and set show, Sullivan's Crossing, renewed for season 2!
Have you been watching Sullivan's Crossing? It's on my list! I hear it's really good! Many people say it has similar vibes as Virgin River. I also understand that the first season ended with a cliffhanger, so fans will be excited to learn t...
Jun 09, 2023
A big ducking update is coming to iOS 17
The new iOS update (17) will improve the auto correct feature. If you have ever tried to type a word that you can't say on the radio, you know that more often than not, autocorrect will change it to something else. With this update, the key...
Jun 08, 2023
Kiefer Sutherland helped raise over $100,000 for wildfire relief in Nova Scotia!
Kiefer Sutherland is the co-founder of Red Bank Whisky which is available in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. He was on a promotional tour last week. On Friday, he announced that they would shift the efforts to raise money for t...
Jun 07, 2023
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Social Media scam posts! Tips to identify them & how they get you
A friend shared this post yesterday and it came up on my feed. Can you spot the scam here? I've highlighted some obvious red flags when you look at the authors profile: She just joined the group and her profile is a page with only this post...
Jun 01, 2023
Visit Cape Breton Waterfalls for a chance to win prizes! One of them is in Port Hawkesbury!
Hike Nova Scotia encourages you to get outside and explore our beautiful Province. They are hosting a Hiker Challenge. It's tailored to showcase the best of the province while giving us fun challenges. You hike certain distances or in certa...
May 09, 2023
Granville Green 2023 Lineup Reveal
Granville Green is a free, outdoor concert series Sunday evenings at 7pm in Port Hawkesbury. Concerts will be held from July 2 until August 6 at the bandshell on Granville Street. After the 8:30am news on Friday, May 26, Michelle Farrow, th...
May 09, 2023
Yellowstone will end with season 5 + new spinoff
After much speculation and rumors, it has FINALLY been confirmed that Yellowstone will come to an end with the conclusion on season 5. This season has been split into 2 parts and fans have be waiting for a release date for the second half a...
May 08, 2023
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Ed Sheeran found not guilty in copyright case
The Ed Sheeran copyright case has concluded with a not guilty verdict. He's was being accused of copying 'Let's Get It On' by Marvin Gaye in his song 'Thinking Out Loud.' The family of the late Ed Townsend were the ones that sued. Ed Townse...
May 05, 2023
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Will the Turnbull Brothers move on to the finale on Canada's Got Talent? We find out at 10:20 this morning!
Our Glace Bay boys were on Canada's Got Talent Tuesday night and covered Los Lonely Boys' song Heaven. They joined me (filling in for Scottie O) on The Hawk Morning Show earlier. The finale on is on May 16, there will be a total of 8 perfor...
May 04, 2023
You CAN buy a Leafs VS Panthers ticket outside of the US!
If you were thinking of travelling to Florida to cheer on the Maple Leafs as they take on the Panthers, you will now be able to buy tickets to the game. Yesterday, there were reports that Ticketmaster would only sell tickets to the second r...
May 02, 2023
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Did Ed Sheeran rip off Marvin Gaye? Take a listen!
Ed Sheeran took the stand yesterday to testify in a copyright infringement trial. He's being accused of copying 'Let's Get It On' by Marvin Gaye in his song 'Thinking Out Loud.' The family of the late Ed Townsend are the ones that are suing...
Apr 28, 2023
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We could see the Northern Lights last night! What exactly ARE they?
Parts of Atlantic Canada were treated to a performance of the Northern Lights last night! I looked but wasn't able to see them in Port Hawkesbury. There were sightings around the Quad Counties (and beyond) Pictures were sent to The Hawk fro...
Apr 24, 2023
Time to get rid of your junk! Heavy garbage pick up info!
Many areas in the Quad Counties will be offering heavy garbage pick up soon. The details that I know about so far are listed below.
Apr 21, 2023
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The end of Yellowstone is near
Yellowstone is in it's 5th season. Over 12 million people watched the premier back in November and fans have been waiting for a release date for the second half of the season. It seems now that after the remainder of season 5 finally airs, ...
Apr 20, 2023
Presidio of Monterey
Why does the old water tower need to be taken down and is it full of chicken? Your questions, answered! + pictures!
The old water tower in Port Hawkesbury (Tamarac) is being demoed. When we posted this on The Hawk's Facebook Page, reaction was immediate! This structure has been in the town for many, many years and a lot of people have fond memories assoc...
Apr 19, 2023
Hummingbirds have been seen in Nova Scotia already!
Spring migration for hummingbirds has begun and (believe it or not!!) some have been spotted in Nova Scotia. (hope they brought their winter jackets!) You can report a sighting here. If you feed hummingbirds, don't bother with the store bo...
Apr 19, 2023
Nova Scotia filmed (and set!) show Sullivan's Crossing premiers Sunday
A new show that was filmed in Nova Scotia premiers this Sunday on CTV. The cast of the show, called "Sullivan's Crossing" includes Chad Michael Murray. You may have seen him in One Tree Hill, Gilmore Girls and movies like Freaky F...
Mar 17, 2023
Check out this great new tourism commercial for Nova Scotia
The Province has released a new commercial to promote Nova Scotia. I love it! It starts with a couple in a bar debating with a guy about how much coastline Nova Scotia has. They then embark on a trek around the Province with key locations h...
Mar 07, 2023
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Mobile Primary Care Clinics in Evanston and Antigonish tomorrow
The ER at the Strait Richmond is closed until Sunday morning at 8am and Guysborough Memorial Hospital's emergency department is closed until Monday morning at 8. Click here to see all closures. If you need care, there are 2 primary care cl...
Feb 24, 2023
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Name that RCMP Puppy 2023 contest!
Once again this year, kids can help name Canada's future RCMP Dogs. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is back with their "Name the Puppy Contest". Here's the details around the contest: Names must begin with the letter "S&quo...
Feb 17, 2023
Eligibility requirements and how to apply for the $1000 heating rebate
There is an extreme cold warning issued for the entire Province and heating costs are higher than ever before. Below are the details on the newly expanded Heating Assistance Rebate Program Rebate amount You can receive $1,000 (instead of $1...
Feb 03, 2023
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Zellers restaurant IS returning - kinda, sorta
Zellers has created quite the buzz lately as they revealed they will be re-opening. There will be 2 locations in Nova Scotia, one in Dartmouth and the other in Sydney. With the return of Zellers, many people (including me!) have been wonde...
Jan 27, 2023
Antigonish (or An-TEE-go-nish) was featured on Jeopardy! last night
The category was small town America and Canada. The clue, worth $1600, was for more than 150 years, traditional festivities have come to Antigonish in this Province for the annual Highland games. Ken Jennings took a swing and a miss at pro...
Jan 17, 2023
Mattea Roach will compete on a Jeopardy! spin-off show
A spin-off show from Jeopardy! called Jeopardy! Masters has been picked up. 6 of the best players from Jeopardy! will compete and Ken Jennings will host. You can't talk about the best Jeopardy! players of all time without mentioning Nova Sc...
Jan 12, 2023
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No white Christmas for Nova Scotia - Santa is bringing high rains & wind
It looks like it will be a less than ideal Christmas weekend as far as the weather is concerned. Environment Canada is has issued a special weather statement for the entire Province. At this point, they say that it will mainly impact southe...
Dec 21, 2022
Sending Holiday packages or cards? Here are your Canada Post deadlines
If you still plan on sending Christmas gifts or cards to loved ones, take a look below at the mailing deadlines from Canada Post to make sure it arrives before December 25. Sending Packages within Canada: PriorityTM XpresspostTM Expedited P...
Dec 08, 2022
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What were the most searched words of 2022?
Merriam-Webster dictionary just released its most-searched words of the year, and the #1 term is a MAJOR red flag. The Top Searched word of 2022 is "GASLIGHTING" What does Gaslighting mean? Gaslighting is "psychological manip...
Dec 01, 2022
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What to get for the person that has everything? How about adopting a WWF animal?
We all have someone on our Christmas list that stumps us when it comes to finding something to give them as a gift. Have you considered adopting an animal in their name from the World Wildlife Foundation? They have over 40 species to choos...
Nov 30, 2022
How secure are your passwords?
It may be time to update some of your passwords. NordPass (A Cybersecurity company) has published its list of the top 200 most common passwords. Turns out the #1 password in Canada and the WORLD this year is "Password"....seriousl...
Nov 16, 2022
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There will be a total Lunar Eclipse tomorrow morning
Early tomorrow morning there will be a Total Lunar Eclipse. It'll be the last total lunar eclipse over North America for the next 3 years! Lunar eclipses can be visible from everywhere on the night side of the Earth, if the sky is clear. Fr...
Nov 07, 2022
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See Mattea Roach on the Tournament of Champions November 11!
Many of us have been waiting for the Jeopardy Tournament of Champions to cheer on Mattea Roach once again! The Tournament of Champions began on Monday and will continue until mid-November. Mattea will appear on the November 11 show in the s...
Nov 03, 2022
Halloween candy cookies!
Chances are, you have some Halloween candy left over from Monday (or your kids have WAY too much!) How about making Halloween candy cookies? I found a few recipes that look yummy. I'm sure you could also simply dump candy into your favorite...
Nov 02, 2022
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Keep your pets safe this Halloween!
Often our pets can get spooked by the excitement around a holiday. So, here's some great tips on keeping them safe during Halloween. A big thank you to NVA Canada for these great tips!
Oct 31, 2022
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Netflix has codes to help you find exactly the type of show you want!
You know how Netflix has different categories to help you pick out what you may want to watch...Romance...Comedy...Horror... Well, they have narrowed it down even further to secret category niches with special codes. How does it work? To us...
Oct 26, 2022
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This couple left some surprises for a future owner
This couple decided to play a prank on future owners of their home. The skeleton would terrify me! Have you ever found something hidden in your home during a renovation from a previous owner?
Oct 26, 2022
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The person behind the text to speech voice on TikTok has revealed herself and she's Canadian!
If you have ever scrolled videos on TikTok, you've heard the female voice that some videos use. Turns out, it is a Canadian radio host from Kitchener! Kat Callaghan is also a Podcaster and a voiceover artist. She made a TikTok, using her ow...
Oct 24, 2022
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Look up! The Orionid meteor shower will peak this week!
The Orionid meteor shower began September 26 and will continue until November 22 but it's at its peak this week! Overnight Thursday (Friday morning) will be the best time to watch, between midnight and dawn. Orionids tend to have around 10 ...
Oct 19, 2022
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Loblaws announces price freeze on No Name products
If you are PC Optimum points member, you probably got the same email I did yesterday. As of yesterday, Loblaws froze prices of all their No Name products until January 31, 2023. They said if other food prices go up, No Name product prices w...
Oct 17, 2022
Would you being willing to watch ads on Netflix if the monthly fee was only $5.99/month?
Starting November 1, Netflix Canada will be offering a new subscription plan. Netflix Basic with ads is a plan that would give you only one screen at a time and ads would be shown before or during most TV shows and movies. They also say tha...
Oct 14, 2022
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Check your lotto 649 tickets! Someone in Nova Scotia is a Millionaire!
Someone in Nova Scotia has a winning 1 million dollar ticket for the Lotto 649 draw last night! This was with the Gold Ball Draw. Check your numbers here and good luck!!
Oct 06, 2022
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Authors I've been loving lately
I love to read, always have. I used to get in so much trouble as a kid because I would try to sneak a flashlight into bed with me to read. I recently went to a Meet the Teacher night at my sons school and was pumped to see Goosebumps books ...
Oct 04, 2022
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How to apply for Hurricane Fiona relief money
If you lost food due to power outages during Hurricane Fiona or your property was damaged, you could be eligible to receive money from the Government. Support includes: $100 for every household that lost power for at least 48 hours to help ...
Oct 03, 2022
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Are you prepared for Hurricane Fiona?
It's looking like the brunt of Hurricane Fiona will impact the Quad Counties on Saturday morning as a hurricane force post tropical cyclone. Very heavy rain is predicted to begin Thursday night and flooding and washed out roads are likely i...
Sep 20, 2022
Should new pet owners get paid time off work.....PAWrental leave? At least one Canadian company is offering it!
A marketing company in Canada is giving employees paid time off when they adopt a new pet. Talk Shop says: this paid time off policy will allow new dog or cat owners time to focus on bonding with their new family member. It will help them h...
Sep 15, 2022
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Would you keep Netflix if you couldn't binge shows?
To me, there is nothing better than finding a series that you really enjoy and having multiple seasons to watch. Well, that won't be the case for some shows on Netflix. Reports say that Netflix recently lost almost 1 million subscribers so ...
Sep 14, 2022
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Is a 100% self serve grocery store coming to Halifax?
Rumor has it that a fully self serve grocery store is coming to the Halifax area. Shopping at Aisle 24 is totally self reliant. There are multiple locations in Ontario and Quebec. The founders are children of a corner store proprietor. You ...
Sep 13, 2022
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The Queen has passed away. Now what?
Shortly before it was announced that the Queen had died, a double rainbow appeared over Buckingham Palace. I've always been a fan of the Royal Family. I can't point to a specific reason why but I suspect it has a lot to do with the imagined...
Sep 09, 2022
The Canso Causeway Swing bridge in action from the water!
I was kayaking last weekend and happened to be at the Canso Causeway when a boat went through. You can check it out in the video below. I increased the speed on the video to double - the actual time was closer to 3 minutes. The 68th anniver...
Sep 07, 2022
Winnie the Pooh....but make it a horror movie!
Well, THIS is a twist on a classic. Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey looks so bad, it can't be real, can it? The (possibly spoof) movie has no release date as of yet.
Sep 06, 2022
Should we get rid of the nickel?
We seem to be ok without the penny but what if the nickel was removed from circulation? Turns out quite a few Canadians are not a fan of coins in general. This study shows that 40% of Canadians would be ok with getting rid of the Nickel. Th...
Aug 30, 2022
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Need money for post secondary education? Check out what's available
The Government has announced programs to assist students with costs associated with University or College. If you're turning 18 in 2022, you might be eligible for up to $2000 for your education through the Canada Learning Bond. Maybe you're...
Aug 18, 2022
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After 35 years with CTV, Lisa LaFlamme has been let go from the CTV National news
After 35 years with CTV, Lisa LaFlamme will no longer be the anchor for the CTV National news. She says it wasn't her choice and she was blindsided. She explains below in her own words.
Aug 15, 2022
2022/23 School Supply Lists
If you haven't already, it's time to start buying back to school supplies. Below, you will find lists for local schools.Supply list for Strait Regional Centre for Education schools SRCE Academic Calendar Allan Lafford High School supply lis...
Aug 15, 2022
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Scene+ rewards program launches tomorrow and replaces AirMiles at many major retailers - here's the details!
Scene+ launches tomorrow in Atlantic Canada. That means you will no longer be able to earn AirMiles at Sobeys stores as they move to the new reward program. Scene+ will roll out to the rest of Canada by early 2023. You can use your Scene+ ...
Aug 10, 2022
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Hot enough for ya? Here are some signs of sickness from the heat to watch for
At the risk of stating the obvious - it's HOT! It looks like we will see some relief by Wednesday. If you have the luxury of air conditioning, it can be manageable but not everyone does. Temps will continue to reach 29 to 33 degrees with th...
Jul 25, 2022
Fireworks and dogs - tips on keeping your dog calm
As we head into Canada Day long weekend, fireworks may be a part of the celebrations. While they are fun for most of us, not so much for dogs. A few ways you can prepare your dog if your community will be having a fireworks display: Make su...
Jun 30, 2022
The Child Care Benefit changes for July - Federal & Provincial
The Canada child care benefit is a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help with the cost of raising children under 18 years of age. Eligibility and amounts depend on the total taxable net income for the household, the num...
Jun 29, 2022
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Look up! 5 planets will line up over the next few nights (and not again for another 20 years!)
We have a chance to see something very rare, and the prime time to see it is the next couple nights! For the first time since 2004, we will have the chance to see 5 planets line up in the sky. It will be visible to the naked eye and it will...
Jun 22, 2022
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One of the 'Name the RCMP Puppies' winners is from Cape Breton
Every March, the RCMP host a contest asking kids to help name puppies that will become police dogs. This year, the names for the future police dogs had to begin with the letter R, be 1-2 syllables and have no more than 9 letters. 13 names ...
Jun 20, 2022
You'll never guess which store sold a $1 Million Max Million ticket!
Joe MacLean of Marion Bridge retired in May, but was having second thoughts about his decision soon after. Just a few weeks later, MacLean no longer needs to wonder if he made the right call after winning a $1-million Maxmillions prize on t...
Jun 17, 2022
Mattea Roach has received her Jeopardy! winnings after a slight delay
After winning 23 games in a row, giving her the longest streak of any Canadian to appear on the show and putting her in 5th place for all-time in wins in Jeopardy! history, Mattea Roach has received her winnings which totaled $560,983 US. I...
Jun 17, 2022
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A Squid Game Reality show is coming!
Squid Game, which was the most successful show for Netflix to date when it was released last year, will be the inspiration for a new reality show. Squid Game: The Challenge will have the largest prize in reality show history and the largest...
Jun 15, 2022
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Making a buck (or 14,969) off the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial
I'm not gonna lie, I would wear the HECK outta a Mega Pint t-shirt! Those are for sale online along with other trial memorabilia. Aside from t-shirts with sayings from the 6+ week trial, I've see listings for wrist bands that spectators nee...
Jun 09, 2022
Don't forget to clean your Hummingbird Feeders!
I love watching Hummingbirds visit my feeder each year. They've been in Nova Scotia for a few week - you can check out the migration map here. It's important to make sure you keep your feeders clean. If you don't, mold can grow and cause t...
Jun 08, 2022
Check out which Ocearch tagged sharks are near us!
Ocearch is a program that tracks sharks for research purposes. You can check out their interactive shark tracker map here. Looks like Betsy, Hal, Bluenose and Jane are enjoying the waters off Nova Scotia! World Oceans Day is on June 11. Yo...
Jun 03, 2022
Washington Black casting call for extras
Washington Black is a mini series that is currently filming in the Lunenburg area. You can read more about it here. It stars Sterling K. Brown from This Is Us. The production is looking for extras. You can check out casting call details her...
May 24, 2022
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Have you been impacted by the global shortage of infant formula?
An infant formula manufacturing plant in the United States (who made Similac Alimentum formula) has closed and resulted in a global shortage of infant formula. In Canada, there is a shortage of infant formulas designed for babies with food ...
May 20, 2022
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The 100th year anniversary of 4-H in Nova Scotia was celebrated in Heatherton on Saturday
Did you know that 4-H began in Heatherton? Dr. Hugh MacPherson from St.FX extension department lead the formation of the first club in Heatherton in 1922. The motto of 4-H is "Learn To Do By Doing." Members aged 7-21 learn new ski...
May 16, 2022
The Upper Clements Park train is for sale.....on Facebook Marketplace!
A piece of my childhood! Upper Clements Park opened in 1989 and operated for many years. You can read more about the park and check out a video someone took after it was abandoned here. The 1905 locomotive that was at the park for many yea...
May 12, 2022
Check your change! Fake Toonies are circulating in Canada
The RCMP have seized approximately 10 000 counterfeit toonies. Last summer, the Royal Canadian Mint identified an ongoing counterfeit currency issue through their random sampling process. Throughout the investigation, the RCMP seized approx...
May 11, 2022
Tamarac Education Centre needs a new playground - how you can help!
The playground at TEC in Port Hawkesbury was removed last year due to safety concerns. The first meeting to plan for a new one is coming up next week. It will require planning for fundraising, what structures to include, placement etc. Next...
May 04, 2022
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Have you spotted any hummingbirds yet?
Spring migration for hummingbirds has begun and some have been spotted in Nova Scotia. (hope they brought their winter jackets!) If you feed hummingbirds, don't bother with the store bought food, it isn't needed and contains dyes. Clean you...
May 03, 2022
Sydney is in the running for Kraft Hockeyville!
Click here to vote! Voting is unlimited! There are 4 communities in the running to win the Kraft Hockeyville contest this year & Sydney is one of them! The others are in Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia. The winning community will b...
Apr 28, 2022
Could you pass the test to be a contestant on Jeopardy? Find out here!
You can choose between the National College Championship test and the Anytime Adult. Mattea Roach won her 16th game last night, answering correctly 89% of the time. She will be on the show tonight going for win #17!
Apr 27, 2022
If you need to renew your passport - don't wait!
Looking to travel soon? You may want to double check your passport and see if it needs to be renewed. Service Canada has warned Canadians to start the process early because there have been delays. They say it's due to an "unprecedented...
Apr 26, 2022
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Nationwide ice cream recall
Various brands of ice cream products have been recalled due to the possibility of them containing pieces of plastic and metal. The recalled products have been sold nationally at stores and distributed to hotels, restaurants and institutions...
Apr 24, 2022
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Queen Elizabeth celebrates her 96th birthday today
Queen Elizabeth II turns 96 today. She is Britain's longest serving monarch. She actually celebrates 2 birthdays each year. Today is the actual day she was born. Another celebration will take place in June. This is common with Royalty and i...
Apr 21, 2022
Still playing Wordle? (Wordling? Wordler?)
If you are still playing Wordle and wanting more daily, how about these? Dordle: Guess two mystery words instead of oneQuordle: Guess four mystery wordsOctordle: Guess eight mystery words
Apr 19, 2022
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Boston Marathon - Nova Scotia runner results!
The 126th Boston Marathon was held today after being cancelled since 2020. The route covers 26.2 miles (42.1 kms) Which is about the equivalent of driving from Port Hawkesbury to Heatherton on the 104. A handful of Nova Scotians made their ...
Apr 18, 2022
The collab we didn't know we needed! Harry Styles & Shania Twain at Coachella!
Harry Styles had a surprise guest during his Coachella set on the weekend. Never, in a million years,could I have predicted Shania Twain! I loved it! They started off with Man, I Feel like a Woman and then did You're Still the One.
Apr 18, 2022
Amazon Prime membership fees are increasing in Canada
The price of Amazon Prime is going up in Canada. This will be the first increase since Amazon Prime first became available in 2013. Subscribers will see the monthly fee rise to $9.99/month ($2 increase) and if you are an annual subscriber, ...
Apr 11, 2022
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Kinder recall - the surprise is salmonella! (not as fun as a toy)
Ferrero Canada Ltd. is recalling certain Kinder brand chocolate products from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recalled products have been sold nationally. Food contaminated with salmonella may not look or smell...
Apr 08, 2022
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A Nova Scotian will be on Jeopardy tonight!
Mattea Roach will be on Jeopardy tonight! She says on Twitter that the show identifies her as being from Toronto, where she now lives, but she is very proud to be representing her home province of Nova Scotia. Her episode was filmed in Janu...
Apr 05, 2022
Happy April Fools Day! Where did the tradition come from?
Today is April 1, also known as April Fools Day but have you ever wondered why? There doesn't seem to be a clear origin of the tradition. History.com explains: Some historians speculate that April Fools' Day dates back to 1582, when France...
Apr 01, 2022
An Academy Award for Nova Scotian Director Ben Proudfoot
Lets talk about the Oscars. (No! Not that slap) How about the fact that a Nova Scotian won an Oscar last night? Halifax director, Ben Proudfoot won an academy award for Best Documentary! It was produced in part by Shaquille O'Neal and Steph...
Mar 28, 2022
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Did you adopt a dog from the United States? Get them tested for heartworm disease!
We adopted our sweet girl from Texas last fall. You can read her story here. Yesterday was National Puppy day and for fun, I asked you to share pictures of your dog on The Hawk facebook page. If you need a smile, that post is here. As I w...
Mar 23, 2022
Did you work from home in the last year due to the pandemic? You can claim some expenses on your tax return!
The deadline to file your tax return is April 30. Since that is a Saturday, your return will be considered filed on time if the CRA receives it or it is postmarked on or before May 2. Many of us worked from home over the past year due to th...
Mar 21, 2022
Nova Scotia re-opening plan - Phase 3 is here
It was March 22, 2020 when then Premier McNeil declared a State of Emergency in Nova Scotia. On Sunday, after almost 2 years, the state of emergency in Nova Scotia ended. Phase 3 of the re-opening plan for Nova Scotia began today. I almost ...
Mar 21, 2022
Netflix is cracking down on password sharing
If you share your Netflix password with someone outside your household, your monthly charges could go up. Netflix will begin to attempt to discourage password sharing by adding a fee. They are planning on charging people who are sharing the...
Mar 18, 2022
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Happy St Patrick's Day! Why do we celebrate today?
May good luck be with you wherever you go, and your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow. May your days be many and your troubles be few May all God's blessings descend upon you May peace be within you May your heart be strong May yo...
Mar 17, 2022
Name the RCMP puppies!
The RCMP are hosting their annual Name the Puppy contest. The deadline for submissions is tomorrow (March 17) Entries are accepted online only and can be submitted here. The contest is opened to Canadian kids between the ages of 4-14. This ...
Mar 16, 2022
What to expect after March Break
My son attends a Strait Regional Centre for Education School. Yesterday, we received an email outlining what students can expect at school after March Break. This is going to be a big transition for some students considering the younger gra...
Mar 11, 2022
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Welcome to Phase 2
Phase 2 of the Nova Scotia re-opening plan began today. Guidance and restrictions Businesses and services Personal and wellness services Personal services businesses (like hair salons, barber shops, spas, nail salons and body art establishm...
Mar 07, 2022
Today is Pancake Tuesday!
I've tried, but I just don't like pancakes. They SOUND delicious but it's a no for me. I can still vividly remember mom making them for me when I was around 10 years old and it turned into one of those situations where I had to sit at the t...
Mar 01, 2022
No more proof of vaccination required as of today!
Today is the day that Nova Scotians will no longer need to show proof of full vaccination to participate in discretionary, non-essential events and activities that gather people together. That means things like like going to restaurants, mo...
Feb 28, 2022
COVID restriction will be dropped March 21
Gonna be honest, I didn't see the announcement yesterday coming but I'm glad it did! As of this Monday, Nova Scotian's will no longer be required by Public Health to show proof of vaccination and by March 21, all restrictions are due to be ...
Feb 24, 2022
Today is Pink Shirt Day
Today is Pink Shirt Day (Anti-bullying Day) The movement, which is now recognized around the world, began in Nova Scotia back in 2007. Chuck McNeill was in grade 9 at Central Kings High school in Cambridge (near Kentville) He wore a pink sh...
Feb 23, 2022
Heritage Day 2022
Heritage Day is an annual reminder of the history of Nova Scotia and an opportunity to celebrate the people, places and events that have contributed to our unique heritage. You can learn more about past and upcoming honourees here. The 202...
Feb 18, 2022
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43 Poster and Literary contest - TEC & SAERC winners!
Congratulations to the students at SAERC and TEC who have won placement in various divisions in the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43 Poster and Literary Contest for 2021. The submissions all have a Remembrance Day theme and were done last No...
Feb 14, 2022
Nova Scotia re-opening plan
Is it June 2021 all over again? The NS Government has released a 3 Phase plan to ease restrictions. Last year, it was 5 phases. Each phase is based on ongoing epidemiology, hospitalizations, employee absences and COVID-19 activity in long-t...
Feb 10, 2022
Screenshot notifications for Facebook messenger
Facebook....er, excuse me, META has added a screen shot notification to the messenger platform. If you ever used the "disappearing messages" feature in Facebook messenger, you will now be notified if someone takes a screenshot of ...
Feb 08, 2022
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2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing are officially underway!
The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing are officially underway! The opening ceremonies were earlier this morning due to the 12 hour time difference. The games continue until February 20. Considering the time difference, the start time for many...
Feb 04, 2022
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Nova Scotia sledding map
I came across this Google Map that was created to show some great sledding hills in Nova Scotia. The first thing I noticed is that the Quad Counties are lacking some pins, so I'm hoping we can change that! Prince Street Park in Port Hawkesb...
Feb 03, 2022
It's Groundhog Day....but why??
Since today is Groundhog Day, I was curious how this tradition began. I learned that Groundhog Day has its roots in the ancient Christian tradition of Candlemas, when clergy would bless and distribute candles needed for winter. The candles ...
Feb 02, 2022
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Do your jeans go into the hamper or back in the drawer at the end of the day?
Be honest. How often do you wash your jeans? Unless I get a stain on them, I wash them maybe every 2-3 wears. Is that gross? I dunno, let me live my life 🙂 A fellow named Josh Le decided to take this question and make it into an experimen...
Jan 31, 2022
Betty White Challenge - local donation totals!
In honor of Betty White and her life long commitment to animals, many people donated to local animal shelters & rescues as part of the #Bettywhitechallenge Here are some totals so far: Nova Scotia SPCA: $78 000 + CARMA Antigonish: $3722...
Jan 21, 2022
