March 2022

Big Business Wants Your Bay, Again — Residents and fishers gathered at a public meeting organized by St. Mary’s Bay Protectors to oppose a new proposal for open-net pen salmon farms in St. Mary’s Bay. The project would place multiple large aquaculture sites off Tiverton, Central Grove, Little River, and Mink Cove, raising concerns about impacts on lobster grounds and the local fishing economy.

Islands History: Rum Running and Prohibition on Long and Brier Island — A historical feature explores the Islands’ connection to rum running during the Prohibition era, including the story of Brier Island–born Captain Arthur Moore, who was shot by pirates while guarding a cargo of whisky aboard the schooner J. Scott Hankinson.

Dredging Dilemma in Sandy Cove — A proposed dump site for harbour dredging materials from Centreville and other Digby Neck harbours has sparked concern among residents, who worry about truck traffic, environmental impacts, and lack of early community consultation.

Winter Storms Cause Damage Across the Islands — A series of powerful winter storms in February brought strong winds and debris across Digby Neck and the Islands, damaging buildings and roads, including the Tiverton Church of Christ and areas along Overcove Road.

Community News from Long Island, Brier Island, and Digby Neck — The issue also includes updates from Islands Consolidated School, Westport Library programs, local wildlife features like Creature of the Cove, and community stories reflecting everyday life across the Islands.