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Operators busy clearing Hwy 101

January 26, 2026January 31, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Busy morning for highway plows working to keep our 100 series Highway clear! There is lots of snow down keeping operators busy today and overnight tonight. Drive safe if you have to commute! Adrian J.

Reduced traffic on roads as storm hits province

January 26, 2026January 31, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

There is no doubt that roads across the province are snow covered and slippery at times. Plows are out working to keep up with conditions. Lots of cancellations and road closures. Adrian J.

Cold morning across the valley!

January 25, 2026January 31, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Some flurries overnight are creating some whiteout conditions over exposed areas this morning. 🥶🥶 Cold cold cold, it’s cold this morning, with the temps around -17 feeling like -27 when you wake up around 6AM today! Drive safe and have a great weekend. Adrian J.

Flurries making for slippery conditions

January 23, 2026January 24, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Scattered flurries across the valley are making for slippery conditions this evening. While the winter season is upon us, taking the appropriate steps by turning lights on, clearing off your vehicle and giving yourself a few extra minutes can make all the difference when hitting the roads! Drive safe. Adrian J.

⚠️ Hazardous winter conditions are possible:

January 23, 2026January 24, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Winter storm to bring strong winds, significant snowfall, and blowing snow. 📍 Locations: southern Nova Scotia. ❄️ Potential snowfall: 20 to 30 cm. 💨 Potential wind gusts: northeasterly 60 to 80 km/h. ⏰ Time span: Sunday night until Tuesday morning. ✍️ Remarks: A developing winter storm is expected to bring a period of prolonged snowfall […]

It’s bittersweet

January 23, 2026January 23, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

For decades, residents living within the core of the Annapolis Valley have become all too familiar with the roaring sounds of the CC-130H Hercules. An airplane that has been providing search and rescue operations throughout Canada since the 1960s and soaring the skies of its home, Greenwood, since 1991. Pictured the CC-130H Hercules. The final […]

⚠️ Black Ice

January 22, 2026January 23, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Getting reports from some motorists that there is black ice on roadways this evening! Black ice is typically clear, but it can be misleading as it takes on the colour of the pavement beneath it, making it look like a wet, dark, and often dull patch of road. Take your time and use caution if […]

Gas Update Via Joel Hirtle

January 22, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Gas up 0.7 & Diesel up 7.3

Two arrested following search warrant in New Minas

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

Southwest Nova District RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has arrested two people for drug trafficking and weapons offences in New Minas. On January 18, Southwest Nova SCEU, assisted by Kings District RCMP general duty officers and the General Investigation Section, executed a search warrant at a home on Kings Cres. At the residence, officers […]

End of an era

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026thevalleyeyephotography

It was an interesting, informative and thorough day with the Royal Canadian Air Force at 14 Wing Greenwood. Due to unforeseen circumstances the Hercules that has serviced the base for decades was unable to depart as it ends its journey servicing Canadians. More to follow on the visit to the base and the welcoming of […]