October 2024

Meet Your District 4 Municipal Candidates — Residents of Digby Neck and the Islands will choose between Angela Nichols and Peter Scherer in the upcoming municipal election, with electronic voting open October 10–19 and key issues including healthcare access, transportation, and economic development.

Westport’s Myron Garron’s Incredible Generosity Continues — Westport native Myron Garron and his wife Berna donated $25 million to the IWK Health Centre to create a world-first mental health and addictions ecosystem for children and youth across the Maritimes.

Ann’s Community Solar Greenhouse and Gardens — Volunteers celebrated a successful growing season, harvesting potatoes, squash, herbs, and greens while sharing food with community members, cooking classes, and the Freeport Foodbank.

Canadian Coast Guard Lifeboat Station Relocation — A proposal to move the Coast Guard lifeboat station from Westport to Freeport has sparked discussion, with supporters noting it could improve harbour access and safety for local vessels.

A Note from David Tudor — After 15 years representing District 4, councillor David Tudor announced he will not seek re-election as he begins paramedic training, reflecting on community victories and thanking residents for their support.

Dot Garron: Tales From an Island Midwife — A reprinted 1999 interview recounts the life of Adelia “Dot” Garron, a longtime nurse and midwife who helped deliver babies across the Islands and served her community for decades.