Yikes! — A Meteghan fishing boat runs aground near Cow’s Ledge above the Freeport ferry dock, drawing local attention in Grand Passage before the Coast Guard helps pull it free on the next high tide. The story captures a dramatic Bay of Fundy moment in waters regularly travelled between Freeport, Westport, Long Island, and Brier Island.
Come See! ~ Hot Off the Drafting Tables! — After years of community advocacy, the design and pre-engineering process for the ferry docks at East Ferry, Tiverton, Freeport, and Westport reaches the presentation stage. The article highlights proposed upgrades that improve access, lighting, shelter, signage, and public space across this key Digby Neck and Islands transportation route.
Petit Passage Tidal Project — A public meeting in Tiverton outlines plans for a tidal energy project in Petit Passage between Digby Neck and Long Island, with deployment targeted for 2017. The article explains the turbine design, navigation concerns, environmental questions, and the potential economic and renewable-energy significance for the Bay of Fundy region.
Digby Neck Collective — A new non-profit group launches to strengthen economic growth, wellness, social life, and community development across Digby Neck. Early ideas include a school café, workshops, beautification efforts, tourism improvements, and other practical projects shaped by residents from East Ferry to Digby.
The Boat Is Coming! The Boat Is Coming! — The issue previews the arrival of Margaret’s Justice, the new Grand Passage ferry that will serve Freeport and Westport. It also connects the vessel’s name to the legacy of Margaret Davis of Brier Island, whose historic walk to Halifax to defend her land rights still resonates across the Islands.
Digby Neck Consolidated School — Students at Digby Neck Consolidated School take part in a three-day ArtSmarts workshop inspired by Mi’kmaq art, creating marine-themed work for a professionally published fundraising book. The project combines visual art, writing, and a gallery visit to give local students a major creative opportunity.
Community News from Long Island, Brier Island, and Digby Neck — The issue also includes harvest events, library and school activities, cleanups, benefits, church services, seasonal gatherings, health notices, and everyday community updates from Freeport, Westport, Tiverton, Brier Island, and communities along Digby Neck.
