Do You Still Care About the Lighthouses? — A cover story argues that saving Peters Island Light and Western Light depends on more people stepping up to help SAIL2, warning that volunteer fatigue and limited participation could stall the effort to preserve two important Island landmarks.
Me to We Trip to Nicaragua an Eye Opener for Local Students — A student account follows the Tri-County Me to We group in Nicaragua as they dig foundations for a preschool, meet local families and teachers, and return home with a sharper understanding of poverty, education, and gratitude.
What’s Up with the Ferry Dock Project? — Organizers report that the ferry dock renewal project keeps moving despite setbacks, with support from Westport and Tiverton, plans for a life-size humpback installation at East Ferry, and continued work on washrooms, kiosks, traffic flow, and long-term maintenance.
Tip’s Story: The Life of One Feral Cat — A moving rescue story traces the long survival of an aging feral cat cared for over many years in Freeport, showing the harsh realities of feral life and the deep commitment involved in protecting vulnerable animals on the Islands.
Lessons Given on How to Make Your Own Non-Toxic Home Cleaning Products — A workshop on Digby Neck shows residents how to make safer household cleaners using simple ingredients, while also highlighting the health risks linked to many common commercial products used in the home.
Some Irish Music on the Neck — A local music feature captures an evening of Irish tunes on Digby Neck, celebrating the kind of small-scale live performance that helps keep community culture vibrant in rural Nova Scotia.
Community News from Long Island, Brier Island, and Digby Neck — The issue also includes spring updates from Westport, Freeport, and Digby Neck, skating and school news, Legion events, Schoolhouse Café fundraising, health centre notices, community benefits, library programming, and everyday local happenings across the Islands and Bay of Fundy region.
