Here in town on Wednesday, Sept. 23, it was very windy. I had just crossed Fort St. to go to Sobeys and on my return no more than a half-hour later, I was stunned to see a huge tree limb of about 40-feet or more. I started to back up and heard female voices yelling “we’ll help!” Incoming was a mother-daughter team of first responders. They struggled and pulled it away from the ramp I needed to cross the street. Thank you ladies! I am so grateful and very proud of you both. I

As a former newspaper reporter that covered multiple municipal, provincial and federal elections and also served four terms as a municipal councillor, I have some thoughts on the upcoming election for residents to consider. The town is already assured two males will hold the top positions (mayor and deputy mayor) since women are not contesting those positions. Those men will also serve on county council. It might be wise for residents to consider voting in at least three fema

Parking in the Dalhousie St./Richmond St. and surrounding area is a real problem for many persons who have walking issues. It does not take a brilliant mind to figure out, as the population is getting older, requiring accessible options, that more “designated parking spots” are needed in the area. Additional spots designated to accommodate these persons would solve a lot of issues and encourage the “able bodied persons” to get their “steps” in by walking to this area from pu