Red Dress Day

Today, Annapolis Valley First Nation honours Red Dress Day, a National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People. We remember those who are missing, those whose lives were taken, and the families and communities who continue to carry their stories.  Each red dress is a powerful symbol of loss, […]

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Patch paving season!

With warmer weather arriving and asphalt plants beginning to open, Nova Scotia Department of Public Works staff were getting hands-on familiarization with milling and patch paving last week. Crews from across the Western District came together to build their skills and refine the techniques used for this type of work. Many people may not realize […]

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⚠️🌧️ Significant rainfall and strong winds are expected to develop on Sunday

📍 Locations: Mainland Nova Scotia. 🌧️ Potential rainfall: 25 to 40 mm, with possibly more in heaviest showers. 💨 Potential wind gusts: easterly 60 to 80 km/h becoming northerly Sunday night.  Strong southwesterly winds are also expected along parts of the Eastern Shore Sunday night. ⏰ Time span: Sunday until early Monday morning. 📝 Remarks: […]

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Today marks the third annual First Responders Day in Nova Scotia!

Across the Annapolis Valley and beyond, first responders provide vital support to residents during some of their worst moments.  Over the past 3 years, emergency services have been put through severe flooding, wildfires, crimes and much more, providing crucial service.  Premier Houston introduced legislation designating May 1 as First Responders Day on October 12, 2023. […]

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Fact‑based tips sought as RCMP investigation into disappearance of Lilly and Jack Sullivan continues

The Nova Scotia RCMP continues an active and comprehensive investigation into the disappearance of Lilly and Jack Sullivan, one year after the children were reported missing from their home on Gairloch Rd. in Lansdowne. On May 2, 2025, at approximately 10 a.m., Pictou County District RCMP responded to a report that six‑year‑old Lilly and four‑year‑old […]

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