The Hants Journal

The Windsor Senior Bus has become a lifeline for residents who live in various care facilities across Windsor and West Hants as a way to get out and explore. A fundraiser is underway to replace the aging vehicle.

Windsor Senior Bus Society fundraising to buy updated vehicle

Debbie Robertson (nee Slaunwhite) is the chairperson for the 50-year reunion being planned for Windsor Regional High School alumni this summer. She's looking forward to reconnecting with old chums and remembering those who have since passed away.

Former Windsor Regional High School students invited to special 50-year reunion

Graduating students Vaish Somasekaran, of Windsor, and Meredith Chambers, of Falmouth, were all smiles as the pre-prom celebrations started June 15. CAROLE MORRIS-UNDERHILL

King's-Edgehill School graduates receive $1 million-plus in scholarships

Children laughed and smiled as they made their way down the firefighter-run water slide at the Falmouth Community Hall June 16. The event was part of the annual Teddy Bear Jamboree. Pictured are Emma and Kayla Cooper, of Falmouth.

SLIDESHOW: Families flock to annual Falmouth Teddy Bear Jamboree

The mother of one of the victims in the initial Garnett Smith case said she was saddened but not surprised to hear that Smith was back before the courts soon after his sentence was completed.

Faith in Nova Scotia justice system rocked: Hants County mother speaks out ...

Kevin Durling and Amin Tran own and operate The Martock Glass Company — a business dedicated to providing quality glass installations.

Martock Glass focuses on providing quality service, Atlantic-made products to Valley residents

For the latest news pertaining to the White Rock Rockies, be sure to visit this website.

White Rock Rockies looking for improved offence after tough start to season

Greenwood Amateur Radio Club hosts field day June 23 in Wilmot starting at 3 p.m. and running for 24 hours.

Greenwood Amateur Radio Club hosts field day June 23 in Wilmot

Four-year-old Lucas Munroe gives Roland Provencal, No. 23, and Jordan Martin, No. 6, with the Hantsport Shamrocks some high fives during Sunday's game against Windsor.

Hantsport Shamrocks sitting at the top of NSIBL standings

Cate Smith, centre, represents the 100 Women who Care Annapolis Valley, as the organization met June 21 to hear from three community programs. Leslie Porter, right, and Anne Parks represented the evening's successful presenting group, the Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society.

Valley organization donates to Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society

Debbie Robertson (nee Slaunwhite) is the chairperson for the 50-year reunion being planned for Windsor Regional High School alumni this summer. She's looking forward to reconnecting with old chums and remembering those who have since passed away.

Former Windsor Regional High School students invited to special 50-year reunion

Updated a day ago

Graduating students Vaish Somasekaran, of Windsor, and Meredith Chambers, of Falmouth, were all smiles as the pre-prom celebrations started June 15. CAROLE MORRIS-UNDERHILL

King's-Edgehill School graduates receive $1 million-plus in scholarships

Published Jun 21, 2018 at 6:09 p.m.

Cate Smith, centre, represents the 100 Women who Care Annapolis Valley, as the organization met June 21 to hear from three community programs. Leslie Porter, right, and Anne Parks represented the evening's successful presenting group, the Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society.

Valley organization donates to Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society

Updated 20 hours ago

For the latest news pertaining to the White Rock Rockies, be sure to visit this website.

White Rock Rockies looking for improved offence after tough start to season

Published 3 hours ago

News

Lucas Parent of Yarmouth.

Children's Wish Foundation getting set to grant Yarmouth youngster's wish

Updated a day ago

Jennifer Holleman of Yarmouth.

Human trafficking forum in Halifax hears from grieving Yarmouth mom and ex-sex workers

Updated Jun 20, 2018 at 3:23 p.m.

Kentville Mayor Sandra Snow has been appointed Honorary Colonel of 415 Maritime Patrol Force Development Squadron at 14 Wing Greenwood.

Fostering community: Kentville Mayor Sandra Snow to be appointed honorary air force colonel Friday, looks to build connections

Published Jun 20, 2018 at 11:54 a.m.

Second World War veteran St. Clair (Joey) Patterson, formerly of Hantsport, was all smiles as he climbed aboard the Windsor Senior Citizens Bus bound for Halifax recently. Patterson, like many residents who now call Dykeland Lodge home, says he enjoys going on the daytime outings.

Senior citizens bus offers Hants County residents a 'window to the world'

Updated Jun 20, 2018 at 9:18 a.m.

Sports

For the latest news pertaining to the White Rock Rockies, be sure to visit this website.

White Rock Rockies looking for improved offence after tough start to season

Published 3 hours ago

Avon View High School’s Athlete of the Year: Female for 2018 was Paige Parker. Pictured presenting the award is Jim Bryan, the school’s director of athletics.

Avon View athletes shine at annual sports banquet

Published Jun 17, 2018 at 10:27 a.m.

For the latest news pertaining to the White Rock Rockies, be sure to visit this website.

White Rock Rockies get 2018 season off to a shaky start

Published Jun 17, 2018 at 6 a.m.

For the latest local baseball news, be sure to visit this website.

Competition heating up in NSIBL: Windsor Knights score two thrilling wins over Pictou

Published Jun 16, 2018 at 5:31 p.m.

Business

Morse’s Farm Limited owner and operator Anthony Morse estimates that 20 to 25 per cent of the leaves on potato plants in this particular field were killed by a heavy frost overnight from June 3 to 4.

Farm Credit Canada to help customers in Annapolis Valley, across Maritimes impacted by late frost

Updated Jun 20, 2018 at 7:45 a.m.

The Cat ferry docked on the Yarmouth waterfront. TINA COMEAU PHOTO

Cat ferry service starts its season between Yarmouth and Portland on June 8

Updated Jun 08, 2018 at 11:44 a.m.

The Energy East project is on hold. What will that mean for Atlantic Canada

N.B. tries to revive Energy East pipeline

Published Jun 07, 2018 at 9:31 a.m.

Luke den Haan stands amid the plants in his bustling greenhouse.

Agriculture minister, farmers see how greenhouse farming in Holland is changing the industry

Updated Jun 05, 2018 at 4:32 p.m.

Living

Greenwood Amateur Radio Club hosts field day June 23 in Wilmot starting at 3 p.m. and running for 24 hours.

Greenwood Amateur Radio Club hosts field day June 23 in Wilmot

Published 19 hours ago

Alexia McLaughlin, above, her husband Garnet and their staff at Cobequid Consulting build natural parks and creative structures around Atlantic Canada from their backyard in Economy, Colchester County. AARON BESWICK • THE CHRONICLE HERALD

Kentville park to combat ‘nature deficit disorder’

Updated Jun 20, 2018 at 12:13 p.m.

Paul O’Brien performs at King’s Theatre in Annapolis Royal June 30 at 7:30 p.m. Now based in Bridgetown, O’Brien is originally from the UK and has toured Europe.

Paul O’Brien performs in not-to-be-missed concert at King’s Theatre June 30

Published Jun 19, 2018 at 12:05 p.m.

Even at more than 100 pounds lighter, Carolyn Walsh of Avonport is certain she’s gained more than she’s lost if she considers the broader picture.

Avonport woman loses more than 100 pounds, gains new outlook on life

Updated Jun 20, 2018 at 7:45 a.m.

Opinion

This Etsy Made in Canada market featured locally made items that covered a wide range of products.

EDITORIAL: Shop Canada

Updated Jun 22, 2018 at 8:56 a.m.

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VIBERT: Animosity congealing in PC leadership race

Published Jun 15, 2018 at 2:37 p.m.

Auditor General Kim MacPherson

RUSSELL WANGERSKY: Being truthful to constituents should be the law

Updated Jun 15, 2018 at 9:26 a.m.

Talks continue this week among Canada, Mexico and the U.S. on renegotiating NATFA.
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Editorial: Mending fences

Updated Jun 15, 2018 at 9:32 a.m.

Community

Cate Smith, centre, represents the 100 Women who Care Annapolis Valley, as the organization met June 21 to hear from three community programs. Leslie Porter, right, and Anne Parks represented the evening's successful presenting group, the Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society.

Valley organization donates to Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society

Updated 20 hours ago

Hall of fame committee chair Mike Trinacty dedicated the Berwick Sports hall of Fame’s 20th Annual Induction Ceremony to Carol Boylan-Hartling, a longtime member of the association and the face of recreation in Berwick, who passed away this year.

Carol Boylan-Hartling honoured at Berwick sports hall of fame induction

Updated Jun 17, 2018 at 12:52 p.m.

Aaron Peerless smiles wide as his beard is judged in the long-beard category at the facial hair contest.

Bikes and beards back in full force at this year's Devils Half Acre rally

Updated Jun 17, 2018 at 11:19 a.m.

Students at Annapolis West Education Centre staged a very realistic mock disaster early on June 15. Annapolis Royal fire, EHS, town police, and the RCMP were involved in the event that raised awareness about impaired driving – in light of upcoming high school graduations. In this scenario two cars driven by students collided. There was one fatality, one person seriously injured, and four with minor injuries, including the driver of one of the cars who was arrested for drug impaired driving.

Almost too Real - First responders, students take part in ‘under-the-influence’ reality check in Annapolis Royal

Updated Jun 15, 2018 at 10:39 p.m.

Recent Stories

For the latest news pertaining to the White Rock Rockies, be sure to visit this website.

White Rock Rockies looking for improved offence after tough start to season

Greenwood Amateur Radio Club hosts field day June 23 in Wilmot starting at 3 p.m. and running for 24 hours.

Greenwood Amateur Radio Club hosts field day June 23 in Wilmot

Four-year-old Lucas Munroe gives Roland Provencal, No. 23, and Jordan Martin, No. 6, with the Hantsport Shamrocks some high fives during Sunday's game against Windsor.

Hantsport Shamrocks sitting at the top of NSIBL standings

Cate Smith, centre, represents the 100 Women who Care Annapolis Valley, as the organization met June 21 to hear from three community programs. Leslie Porter, right, and Anne Parks represented the evening's successful presenting group, the Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society.

Valley organization donates to Windsor Senior Citizens Bus Society

Near Blomidon, N.S., just as the rain clouds were clearing, but Cape Blomidon was still lost in the fog.

CINDY DAY: Have you ever 'smelled' the rain?

Lucas Parent of Yarmouth.

Children's Wish Foundation getting set to grant Yarmouth youngster's wish

Students at Yarmouth Central School have been recognized for an art project that involved raising money for bursaries that will be awarded to students in memory of four young children who lost their lives in a house fire. Grade 1 student Emma Perkins was all smiles as received her certificate from Education Minister Zach Churchill during a June 22 ceremony at the school. TINA COMEAU PHOTO

Yarmouth Central School students recognized for being respectful and caring citizens for honouring the memory of four young lives lost

Nova Scotia Education Minister Zach Churchill.

Stakeholders say reasons behind changes affecting future speech-language pathologists, other specialists lack clarity

The Kentville law courts. - File

Kings and West Hants Court Report, June 22

The Kings Transit Authority has launched its #GetOnTheBus program offering summer bus passes for $30 to students from 12 to 18 years old.

VIDEO: Kings Transit #GetOnTheBus summer pass program seeks to boost riders

This Etsy Made in Canada market featured locally made items that covered a wide range of products.

EDITORIAL: Shop Canada

Debbie Robertson (nee Slaunwhite) is the chairperson for the 50-year reunion being planned for Windsor Regional High School alumni this summer. She's looking forward to reconnecting with old chums and remembering those who have since passed away.

Former Windsor Regional High School students invited to special 50-year reunion