COMMUNITY NEWS
That’s a wrap
26-02-23
CONTRIBUTED STORY
BRIDGEWATER – When a teenage Wendell Eisener walked into the Bridgewater Fire Hall to attend his first rehearsal of what was then called the Bridgewater Firemen’s Band, he was greeted by rickety wire stands, music in leather folders that never seemed to leave the hall, and adult musicians whose talents left the young man in awe.
South Shore libraries feel squeeze of flat provincial funding
26-02-23
By ED HALVERSON
ed.halverson@southshorebulletin.ca
PROVINCE – After years of stretching every dollar, Nova Scotia’s public libraries say they are nearing a tipping point.
SPORTS
Lumberjacks finish second; await first round winners
26-02-23
By KEVIN MCBAIN
kevin.mcbain@southshorebulletin.ca
BRIDGEWATER – The South Shore Jr. B Lumberjacks finished the regular season in second place in the Fred Fox division earning a bye into the second round of playoffs.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Bridgewaters’ Frost Fair is back this Valentine’s Day
26-02-10
CONTRIBUTED STORY
BRIDGEWATER – On Feb. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., you are invited to come together at 123 Empire Street for the 2026 edition of the Frost Fair. Filled with family-friendly activities, including a lobster cookie s’more station, this free event welcomes everyone to warm up to winter, gather with friends and community members, and have fun.
LIFESTYLES
Aging in place safely: some simple kitchen modifications
November 25, 2025
By ANNE WENTZELL
It’s often called the heart of the home. The kitchen is where meals are prepared with loving hands. But for those elderly adults who decide to age in place, there are some simple modifications to make to avoid accidents such as falls, strains, or other mishaps while cooking that gourmet meal.
The Medication Maze: older adults navigating it safely
November 18, 2025
By ANNE WENTZELL
Growing older is a blessing we should never take for granted. But sometimes aging comes with some ailments that have to be dealt with and this involves taking medications to suppress any symptoms of these medical conditions.
