Santa Visits Coast Guard Station Westport — Holiday celebrations across Long Island and Brier Island include a festive visit from Santa Claus to the Canadian Coast Guard Station in Westport, arriving in an unconventional style that delighted local families and children.
Creative Winter Decorations Across the Islands — Residents showcase their creativity during the holiday season, including a Freeport yard display where recycled tires are transformed into a cheerful snowman that becomes a popular local photo subject.
Islands Consolidated School Supports the Local Food Bank — Students involved in the ICS Me-to-We program collect more than 650 food items for the Islands Food Bank, demonstrating strong youth leadership and community spirit across Digby Neck and the Islands.
Holiday Concert Brings the Community Together at ICS — Elementary students perform seasonal songs during the Islands Consolidated School holiday concert, drawing families and residents from Long Island and Brier Island for a festive community gathering.
Search and Rescue Training Over St. Mary’s Bay — A helicopter conducting search-and-rescue exercises flies low over Freeport and the surrounding waters of St. Mary’s Bay, offering residents a dramatic reminder of the emergency services that protect coastal communities along Digby Neck.
Community News from Long Island, Brier Island, and Digby Neck — The issue also includes updates on winter school activities, basketball season at Islands Consolidated School, exam schedules, community events, and local gatherings taking place across Freeport, Tiverton, Westport, and surrounding Digby Neck communities.
