Three hours adrift in ocean: ‘If it hadn’t been for the life jackets, it would have been a whole different story’ Trio rescued off Cape Sable Island in southwestern NS after spending 3 hours in water after boat capsizes www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

So many heartwarming & touching backstories to this buoy wall in my Yarmouth, NS hometown. Love the buoy wall. Love it even more after the couple who created it told me about its impact & about how it all began with a henhouse filled not with eggs, but with buoys. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

'Safe, affordable housing makes such a difference': Province contributing $2.66 million to Yarmouth N.S. 24-unit housing project on Shaw Avenue. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Yarmouth Mall seeking more flexibility to be able to add offices and medical clinics to fill empty spaces. But it’ll require the okay from the town. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Changes are coming to a problematic intersection in Yarmouth County that has been the scene of collisions and fatalities over the years. The most recent life claimed was a 17-yr-old teenager. The intersection is being turned into a 4-way stop. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

What a nice surprise. The film Jacob and I made: ‘Justin’s Addiction Story: No Family is Immune’ won an award at the Jersey Shore Film Festival. It was judged: Best International Short Documentary. With every view our family’s message & Justin’s voice is heard. Grateful. 💜 youtu.be/dfail0n07lw

Canada Day on Yarmouth NS waterfront.

When South-Korean born Sonia Park looks at the Korean War veterans seated at a table in her Yarmouth County NS restaurant, she doesn’t see just friends. She sees family. And she thanks them in a special way. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Brier Island residents thankful for pause to 'nightmare' ferry backup plan. Was very happy to see the pause button hit on this one. Plan B was awful. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Yarmouth is channeling its inner Dancing Queen. Mamma Mia hitting Th’YARC stage in July. Being a lifelong ABBA fan, definitely enjoyed pulling this story together. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

I completely agree with Brier Island residents. Removing Margaret’s Justice ferry that can handle up to 18 vehicles & replacing it with the Scotian ferry that can accommodate 7 or less, if it comes to this, is a terrible decision & solution. #trafficnightmares www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

So deeply humbled to have been inducted into the Atlantic journalism Hall of Fame & to have won gold awards in all 3 news categories I was nominated in. The best part was sharing it with my family. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

A victory for French learning and culture: Acadian village of Wedgeport N.S. celebrates new elementary school after a very, very, very long wait. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Yarmouth is playing host to a new music and arts festival June 20 and 21 called the Ultramarine Music and Arts Festival. Lots of great stuff planned. Check it out! www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Deeply humbled for my upcoming induction into the Atlantic Journalism Awards’ Hall of Fame for my 35-year career in community journalism. Thank you to my son Jacob, former Vanguard colleagues & community members for the nomination. I was so very moved. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

N.S. Acadian games saw more 810 athletes celebrate sport, culture and language. The event took place in Yarmouth County. It was fun to see so much excitement and enthusiasm during Les Jeux. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Lots of enthusiasm from the host Par-en-Bas team at the opening ceremony of the Jeux régionaux de la Nouvelle-Écosse 2025. These youth Acadian games were happening in Yarmouth County NS with over 800 athletes from across the province.

‘It’s as important as getting a family doctor’: Veterinary care high in demand but short in supply in southwestern N.S. and other parts of the province www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Bon appetit Yarmouth: Owners looking to convert former eyesore church into upscale restaurant www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Wasn’t expecting this. A Mother’s Day ‘Letter to My Mom’ that my son Jacob made for me. 🥹I’m so blessed to be his mom. 🩷 Missing my son Justin who died last year. Life isn’t the same without him. 💜 My two boys have always made me a better person. 💙

The search for Zack Lefave: New development leads to renewed search in four-year-old Yarmouth County investigation www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

In this column I reflect on the legacy that Lynn Seeley, Yarmouth’s larger-than-life firefighter leaves as his legacy after 46 years in the fire service. He was such a great guy. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

‘Lily’s fight is our fight’ The community is stepping up to help a Yarmouth girl who needs to undergo major surgery in Toronto as a result of a rare syndrome she was born with. Fundraiser on April 26. This 9 year old’s smile just lights up a room. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Was very poignant to watch firefighters march from the Yarmouth Fire Hall to Beacon Church on the morning of April 9 for the funeral of retired Platoon Chief Lynn Seeley whose impact on the fire service will always be felt and remembered. He was a great firefighter and a great guy.

Too many false 911 calls linked to phone system at Yarmouth hospital concerning to town council and RCMP. Nova Scotia Health says it shares these concerns. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Did some spring cleaning and found forgotten & unknown memories & treasures of my son in tote boxes. Miss him so much since his death last year. These treasures brought tears & smiles. 💜 www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Too many false 911 calls from Yarmouth hospital concerns town and RCMP. Nova Scotia Health shares these concerns and is taking steps to rectify the situation. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Freezing spray during February has transformed the Cape Forchu Lighthouse property in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia into an icy, mesmerizing canvas.

Everybody loves Bill: Yarmouth man’s lifelong dedication to community appreciated by all. Bill Newell is so beloved. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Could Canada-U.S. relations impact ferry traffic on The CAT in 2025? www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

‘We are going to save her’: Iconic former church in Digby County NS gets hopeful 11th hour reprieve . Vacant Structure has been eyed for demolition. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

These guys started their band back in my high school years in the late 1980s. I’m aging them, and myself, but it’s great to hear new music by The Purple Helmets in 2025. They’ve gone from recording music in their teens & 20s to their 50s. They’ve still got it. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Must my son Jacob's dog Rocky always look so happy when it's time to go home? I get the whole “You wanna go for a ride?” thing. And 300 kms is a long ride. But still. At least I got a look of sympathy from him in the final photo before they drove off after a 2 week visit home for the holidays. 🥹😂

A female high school hockey team in southwestern Nova Scotia is disappointed the same rule that allows them to play hockey after 2 schools had to combine to ice a team, also prevents them from having the same meaningful season as teams they play against www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

News from southwestern NS in 2024. The biggest event by far was the nine-day World Acadian Congress. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Some of the news that was in the news in Yarmouth County NS in 2024 www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Some of the news events of 2024 in Shelburne County NS www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

A look back at some of what made the news in Digby County NS in 2024 www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

Dementia & my dad. Dementia’s cruelty continues on. My dad stopped speaking weeks ago. Now as he stares at us all I’m left to wonder, what does he see when he looks at us? What is he thinking? But then during a recent visit, something happened. Something special. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

A recount in Yarmouth confirmed PC Nick Hilton’s win over Liberals’ Zach Churchill in the provincial election. Hilton wins by 16 votes. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

This wall of ukuleles at a Yarmouth elementary school caught my eye. Funny though, it made me think back to my kids’ recorder days when they were in elementary school.

My dad has dementia. He lives in a long term care facility. Two or 3 weeks ago he stopped speaking. During our visits he just sits and stares at us. During a Dec 6 visit I hit record on my phone, hoping to get a smile. This happened instead ❤️

www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/... Big plans envisioned for the old Yarmouth high school building in Yarmouth NS. It’s being eyed for an international training & certification facility for doctors, nurses & specialists.

Crabby start to southwestern NS lobster season | Tri-County Vanguard

Historic church in southwestern N.S. still facing possible demolition | Tri-County Vanguard

My goodness those are some big snowflakes ❄️. Backyard. Front yard. Cue December.

Got to spend the afternoon with my son Jacob’s dog Rocky at our cottage. Sometimes it’s a toss up about what’s more stunning: the view or Rocky. I’m voting for Rocky. ❤️

Nov. 24-30 has been National Addictions Awareness Week. Since losing my 21-year-old son Justin in Jan. 2024, such awareness has been especially close to my heart. Keeping my promise to you Justin. Your voice is still being heard. Miss you so much. #addiction youtu.be/dfail0n07lw

Frenchys is pretty iconic where I’m from. Had a lot of fun doing this story with Dora and Vernon. Congrats on their retirement after nearly 33 years of owning the Tusket Frenchy’s. Best wishes to the new owners. www.saltwire.com/atlantic-can...

These are always so fun. But their meaning is even more special. Such a great community tradition. www.saltwire.com/atlantic-can...