Ferries such as the 44-year-old Susan Anne are at the heart of a spirited debate among engineers and public officials about when or even if old boats reach an age when they can no longer operate safely. Washington state is mulling mandatory retirement for its ferries, and Greece now requires ferries to be taken out of service after 30 years. But many experts say that age is just a number for a
By Heather Killen Spectator NovaNewsNow.com The province and members of the Canadian Oil Heat Association are offering cold comfort to low-income Nova Scotians. The province recently announced that two Salvation Army-administered relief programs are receiving new funds to help low-income families offset the rising cost of home heating this winter. But local members of the Salvation Army warn
Barazin, Jean BARAZIN, Jean. 1930-2008. Passed away Thursday at home with his family by his side. Loving husband of the late Rosa (Mandroulia). Devoted father to Irene (Philippe), Georges (Madeleine) and Joseph (Heidi). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Julie, Christine, Matthew, Christina, Sabrina, Natacha, Rebecca and Luke. Visitation on Friday, February 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Urgel
While it's still too early to etch their name on the Florida High School Athletic Association's Class 3A state championship trophy, the Pine Crest boys' basketball team seems all but destined to win their first state title at the Lakeland Center on Friday.
By Heather Killen Spectator NovaNewsNow.com Darrell Dexter is hoping to sell his seniors health care plan in time for the next provincial budget. The NDP leader met with Middleton seniors last week to discuss his party's seniors care plan
Ahearn, Gertrude Elizabeth Mary (Flanagan) AHEARN, Gertrude Elizabeth Mary (nee Flanagan). In her ninety-third year, passed away on Sunday February 24, 2008. She was loved by all who new her. Gert's survivors include her daughters Susan E. Prue and Mary Eileen Ahearn; her four grandchildren Christina L. Curry; Laurie Ann Babbie (Gary); Brenda Ahearn; and Eric Ahearn; five great grandchildren
By Heather Killen Spectator NovaNewsNow.com The community college is looking to offer something for everyone. Jim Stanley, principal of the Annapolis Valley campus of Nova Scotia Community College, offered an update during the last regular meeting of the Town of Middleton on February 4. He described the college as a ?vibrant institution' and while there's always room to grow, he told council
Former champion Jennifer Jones of Manitoba will challenge Newfoundland's Heather Strong in a tiebreaker for the final playoff berth Friday at the Tournament of Hearts in Regina.
Former champion Jennifer Jones of Manitoba will challenge Newfoundland's Heather Strong in a tiebreaker for the final playoff berth at the Tournament of Hearts in Regina.