COMMUNITY NEWS

LIVERPOOL - The Region of Queens Municipality has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Patrick Hirtle as the first Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

MODL - A long-awaited conservation victory has arrived for one of Nova Scotia’s most treasured coastal landmarks. The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg (MODL) and the Nova Scotia Nature Trust recently announced that Cape LaHave Island – an iconic piece of the South Shore -– will now been permanently protected.

BRIDGEWATER - Big changes are on the way for the South Shore Transition House Association (SSTHA) as the organization moves forward with plans to better support women and children escaping domestic violence.

LUNENBURG - The 10th annual Lunenburg Literary Festival, known as Lunenburg Lit, kicks off Nov. 6-8 at locations throughout the UNESCO World Heritage site.

LUNENBURG - The Lunenburg and District Fire Department marked Fire Prevention Week 2025 with a focus on lithium battery safety, community education, and engagement with young firefighters.

NEW GLASGOW/LUNENBURG - Lunenburg’s Town Crier Stephen Findlay earned a second-place finish at the international town crier competition held in New Glasgow Sept. 18-21.

BRIDGEWATER – Hundreds of 4-H members from across the province took over the South Shore Exhibition grounds Sept. 26-28 for the 45th annual provincial show.

BRIDGEWATER – Calling all volunteers!

BRIDGEWATER - For the first time since 2018, the 4-H Nova Scotia provincial show will be held in Bridgewater at the South Shore Exhibition grounds Sept. 26-28.

LUNENBURG – Firefighter Nicholas Falt recently returned from the Firefit World and Canadian National championships held in St. Catharines, Ont. Sept. 10-14.

MAHONE BAY – The 29th annual Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival is taking place over three weeks this year, from Sept. 26 to Oct. 13.

SOUTH SHORE – This year marks a remarkable milestone for one of Lunenburg County’s most influential businesses.