Nova Scotian icon the Bluenose II will be setting sail and visiting towns all over Nova Scotia. If "open decks" is noted, you are able to walk the deck of Bluenose II and chat with the crew. There is no cost for open decks, and no need to book ahead. When it says "public harbour cruises" noted next ...

The Nova Scotia government has announced that they're purchasing four helicopters to replace their current fleet. The problem? They don't have names yet! They're inviting the public to suggest names. The only guidelines are: "Submissions should reflect our province's character, culture, history, or sense of place....

Saturday is going to be a day of Shindig shenanigans down at Shipyard Landing in Bridgewater and you NEED to be there! Starting at 11am, this will be a day of homegrown music with a fantastic lineup. An art festival will also light up the Bridgewater waterfront down at Shipyard Landing. There will be food trucks and fo...

This weekend is your chance to fish WITHOUT a licence for the FREE Fishing Weekend. Normally you must have a fishing licence if you are 16 years of age or older in Nova Scotia, but this weekend is the exception. You usually need to be a licenced angler to take a youth under 16 fishing but this weekend (June 7-8) you c...

We have Family Feud Canada and Canada's Got Talent-now we're getting another classic game show to call our own! The Price Is Right Tonight will be a Canadian version of the beloved show that has been a TV staple for years. It will be hosted by Canadian comedian Howie Mandel, and will air on Citytv, owned by Rogers, in ...

It was announced that Colin and Justin will be filming a show in Nova Scotia for HGTV. If that isn't a fit for you but you would love to be featured on a show, Season 7 of Home Shores is looking for owners of waterfront homes in Nova Scotia. It's produced by Treecreeper Production Inc. (Clerisy Entertainment), a Dartmo...

Colin & Justin who you may know from their various design shows or as owners of the North Star in Louisbourg will be the hosts of a new HGTV show called Small Town Escapes with Colin and Justin. From the production company: Small Town Escapes with Colin & Justin (20 x 30 / Ocean Entertainment / in production s...

This weekend the Days Inn in Bridgewater is the host location for this year's Hiking Summit. This year's event is co-hosted by Hike Nova Scotia and Lunenburg County Hikers. I had the chance to sit down for a chat with Janice Rand and Stuart Frank from the Lunenburg County Hikers. They offered some suggestions for those...

Wondering what to do THIS SUMMER? This year we are excited to be offering a go to spot for a fun activities listing this year. Be listening for the Arby's Summer Fun Forecast on Country 100.7. Join us each weekday: Jonathan - 8:40am Ian - 12:50pm Alicia - 2:50pm The Arby's Summer Fun Forecast is brought to you by:

I love these loan programs. I took advantage of one in the winter. I rented out some snowshoes!! Once again MODL has their summer Equipment Loan program happening. How does it work: They offer 4-day loan periods, Tuesday-Friday or Friday-Tuesday. Loan request must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Equipment is allo...

This year marks 20 years for the "Valley's Largest Annual Country Music Event", the Fox Mountain Country Music Festival. Early Bird pricing is offered until the end of May to enjoy this year's event. Festival organizer Matt Balsor is proud to announce this year will feature another stellar lineup including Sa...

Soon when you walk into your local Canadian Tire, you will see some familiar stripes that you associate with Hudson's Bay Company. Canadian Tire announced that it has entered into an agreement to buy the rights to become the owner of the intellectual property of the Hudson's Bay Company. This includes the HBC Stripes a...

Looking to do some camping this summer? Some of your favorite provincial camping spots are opening this long weekend! The rest will be opening soon! Check out the full schedule below! You can book HERE Camping parks opening tomorrow, Friday May 16: Blomidon - Canning, Kings County Cape Chignecto - Advocate Harbour, Cum...

Thanks to the Nova Scotia Loyal program, students in Nova Scotia will receive $10 vouchers to use at local farmers' markets. (Newcomers to Nova Scotia who are clients of ISANS and YREACH will also be receiving vouchers) The program aims to encourage students to purchase locally grown, harvested, or crafted products. St...

Kids are so much more talented when it comes to their artistic ability than we were. I remember some of the "art" I used to create as a kid, wow. Last week the art exhibit opened at the DesBrisay Museum featuring artistic creations from the various elementary schools in the area and it is very impressive. T...

Tonight is the ACM Awards, and that means one thing...A big concert on Tv. Once again Reba will be hosting the event! Here is the full list of performers: Alan Jackson Blake Shelton, "Texas" Brooks & Dunn and Cody Johnson Brothers Osborne (Keith Urban Tribute) Chris Stapleton (Keith Urban Tribute) Clint ...

I have always been a fan of star gazing, but I don't know if the extreme version will be as relaxing. This weekend there is an expected reentry of a 50+ year old spacecraft to the Earth's atmosphere, Kosmos 482. Now normally this would not be a big deal as most items burn up during reentry, but this time could be diffe...

Today is celebrated as Doctor's Day in Nova Scotia. There are a number of events planned with Nova Scotia Health around the day as well for 2025. Doctors' Day 2025 Event and Live Stream We were lucky enough to have a chance to take the tour of South Shore Regional Hospital and see the progress of the new expansion. A...

This week Monday is a great day as we kick off to a week full of smiles. Smile Cookies are back at Tim Horton's This spring the proceeds from the Smile Cookie campaign will be supporting various causes along the South Shore. From the Special Olympics, to fire departments and the playground at Bridgewater Elementary S...

Spring migration for hummingbirds has begun and they are headed for Nova Scotia - none have been reported yet this year, they were in the Province by this time last year. So far this year, it looks like they've made it to Maine. You can report a sighting here. If you feed hummingbirds, don't bother with the store boug...

Have you yet to receive a voter information card in the mail?? If you haven't received one, no need to worry. Click here and select 'where do I vote' - enter your postal code - it will tell you where you go to vote on April 28. To vote, you must be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old on election day. Make su...

Want to star in Canada Shore? A new series that will be produced by Paramount+ and MTV, wants to cast 10 Canadians to star in a show similar to Jersey Shore. There are already 18 Jersey Shore spin-offs. Producers are looking for Canadians aged 19-26 "who are ready to move in with other like-minded people to experi...

It is later than most years, but this weekend is finally Easter. The time when chocolate and sweet treats can act as a meal replacement and eggs become a beautiful and tasty treat. Again this year there are a number of egg dying trends that have become popular for 2025. I remember trying the shaving cream idea for co...

I remember when the movie came out it was amazing to "travel" through the robotic eyes to the wreckage. We watched in awe and some are still bitter with Rose for not letting Jack on the door. Now we get another more in-depth look at the Titanic deep in the Atlantic with "Titanic The Digital Resurrectio...

Once again the RCMP name the foal contest is back! Kids have a chance to name a foul that one day could be part of the world-famous Musical Ride. The Musical Ride's Breeding Program needs help naming up to 10 adorable foals. To enter kids must be: 14 years old or under submit a name that starts with the letter B names...

The Nova Scotia Government has been working on a plan for a number of years to replace/update the Motor Vehicle Act with the Traffic Safety Act. One of the possible updates would include the installation of photo radars to catch people speeding. This would be a device that could take pictures of speeding vehicles and s...

As we gaze out at what looks like a winter morning, in the back of my mind I am thinking in about a month, spring activities will be in full swing. This white stuff should turn the grass green, as it is sometimes referred to, "Poor Man's Fertilizer". Basically the nitrogen gets held longer on the plants wit...

The Government of Nova Scotia is working to improve cell coverage across the province, especially in rural areas. The Cellular for Nova Scotia Program needs your help to pinpoint areas of poor coverage. You can use this map to report areas with no signal, spotty service, or dropped calls.

As of Tomorrow, April 1, the Carbon Tax will be removed from gas and diesel. The Carbon Tax adds approximately 17.6 cents/liter. (the HST will also drop tomorrow in Nova Scotia, down to %14) A drop of almost 18 cents in the price of a liter of gas is not a bad thing certainly, but prices in 2025 have been trending upwa...

Last night the top music folk in Canada were celebrated in BC. Highlighted by some great performances, viewers were also treated to some historic moments including our own Anne Murray receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award. This put her Juno Award count up to 26, the most received by any artist. Here is the full lis...

Sport fishing starts back up again on April 1st here in Nova Scotia! I had no idea you could buy your license online! Before you buy it though make sure to read all the rules and regulations! Here's the cost of the different licenses: Click HERE to apply for a license now! Happy Fishing!

The Nova Scotia Stampede returns with another weekend packed with world-class rodeo action and great live music.​ It'll be happening September 18th to 21st, 2025, at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition Complex in Truro. Who is performing? Thursday: Matt Andersen, Jimmy Rankin, Jodi Guthro and Maggie Andrew Friday:...

We will be treated to a partial solar eclipse on Saturday morning if the weather cooperates. The eclipse will last 1 hour and 8 minutes in total, beginning at 7:04am, be at it's max at 7:16am and end at 8:12am. Click here to see a video representation of how it will appear and a what time from Time and Date. I've set i...

This afternoon on the Kitchen Party (12 noon) we will be treated to a tune from a new artist and the details behind the "Real Things" I had a chance to chat with Joe H Henry on Country 100.7. Keep up to date with Joe H Henry at joehhenry.com You can catch him live at the Lunenburg Opera House on April 12. Get...

The Sable Island Institute and Sable Island National Park Reserve have an opportunity for professional artists from the Atlantic Provinces to apply for the first Sable Island artist residency. The successful applicant will spend 2 weeks on Sable Island in October. The goal is for the artist to create an original work o...

There has been chatter for many months now about the location of the new Costco in Nova Scotia. Yesterday the below images began popping up on social media, indicating the new store will be in Middle Sackville. Is this accurate? No, it's not. Our newsroom reached out to HRM Councillor Billy Gillis. He said the images a...

There will be a total lunar eclipse next Friday, March 14. Time and Date is a fantastic website to learn more about events like this. If the weather cooperates, we will be treated to an impressive show if you are able to stay up all night that is! You can click here (I've set the location to Bridgewater) to see how muc...

Canadian Family Feud is looking for Nova Scotia families to be part of their show!! Check out the call for families below!

And here we are again.... This is certainly not even close to being to most important issue regarding the tariffs and the subsequent response from Canadian officials so please think of this more of an FYI. The following is a list of all the American alcohol that will be removed from NSLC shelves. Huge shout out to Hob...

This afternoon on the Kitchen Party (12 noon) we will be treated to a brand new tune from Jessica Russell. She stopped by the Country 100.7 studio to tell us all about it and update us on what she has been up to. Watch for more and keep up to date on what Jessica has been up to online jessicarussellmusic.com

Once again, this year the RCMP is asking kids to help them name their future Police Service Dogs. Entries are accepted online only and can be submitted here. The contest is open to Canadian kids between the ages of 4-14. This year, the names for the future police dogs must begin with the letter A and be 1-2 syllables a...

As we are getting closer to the big day, here is another way to support this year's Gift from the Heart Radiothon. Candy Grams are the perfect way to send a message this Valentine's Day. Say "Thank-you", "You're The Best", "I Love Your Hat", haha. Since these Candy Grams are supporting the...

Friday is the big day, the Gift from the Heart Radiothon as we work to raise funds to bring Molli to South Shore Regional Hospital. The excitement is starting to build and there are many ways to support this important fundraising effort. The online Auction has even more items added and bidding continues with the wrap u...

I'm bummed about this one!! The CMT Music awards were always one of my favorite award shows. They will be cancelled/ "on pause" this year due to the fact that Paramount is going through a merger with Skydance Media. Reports say that the company looks to "reimagine and optimize their events slate going fo...

This is your chance to support the Gift from the Heart Radiothon and possibly enjoy a Date Night. Tickets are $2 each or three for $5 as the Oncology Department offers you the chance to win everything you need for a Date Night at home with that special someone. You can purchase tickets at the South Shore Regional Hospi...

The Gift from the Heart Radiothon is just over a week away and there is a tonne of events happening. Some of the ways you can help raise funds for the 15th annual event are with a Text *texting the word 'MOLLI' to 45678 It will donate ten dollars to the Gift from the Heart Radiothon The Gift from the Heart Radiothon Au...

It's all about Reboots these last couple years, and it's official! A 'Little House on the Prairie' Reboot Is Coming to Netflix. The original aired on NBC between 1974 to 1983. There's not a lot of information around it right now. It was announced Rebecca Sonnenshine will be the showrunner and one of the executive produ...

This is certainly not even close to being to most important issue regarding the tariffs and the subsequent response from Canadian officials so please think of this more of an FYI. The following is a list of all the American alcohol that will be removed from NSLC shelves. Huge shout out to Hobo_Goblins on Reddit for sh...

Artists from all genres of music are getting together tonight to help raise money for wildfire relief efforts in Southern California. The 2025 FireAid special will be streamed across several platforms starting at 10pm AST. It will be on Apple TV, Netflix, Paramount+, Max, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube. Just a few of t...

February 14th is the 15th annual Gift From The Heart Radiothon. This year, the money you donate will go towards MOLLI, a revolutionary technology in breast cancer care. There are many ways to help! You can donate, by texting the word 'MOLLI' to 45678 It will donate ten dollars to the Gift from the Heart Radiothon. Tick...

Last summer we took a family trip to the isle of red mud, PEI. It was a good time to see a very different looking spot and the boys had a blast at the "red beach". Now I am excited to see that Prince Edward Island is now coming to the mainland. I have always been a fan of cartoons and I can't wait to catch ...

Here's something you don't want to miss. The Grand Ole Opry is celebrating its 100th Birthday with a three-hour-long TV special tribute. It's going to be hosted by Blake Shelton and many artists are set to perform. Artists that have been announced are Reba McEntire, Jelly Roll, Carrie Underwood, Carly Pearce, Dierks Be...

Health Canada has posted a notice about an egg recall due to possible salmonella contamination. The recall notes that the eggs were sold in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario & possibly other provinces and territories. I did see a post from someone in the Valley saying they purchased eggs in New Minas and they wer...

I remember when I was a kid, the people that had the gigantic satellite dishes for TV in their home, they were the envy of the home entertainment world. Imagine all the options! At this time, we still had the off air feed with two and a half channels... since one would only come in for a few hours when the weather wa...

We will be treated to a rainy Sunday and Monday with temperatures in the 6-8 degree range but that will change come Tuesday. Forecasters are predicting that a cold surge from the Artic will spread across central and eastern Canada bringing with it some intense wind chills. By Tuesday, it will feel like -20. That will c...

Today is "Ditch New Year's Resolutions Day" and for that reason I don't feel bad posting about this topic. Even if you vowed to stop the treats in 2025, chances are you are ready to break that promise by now anyway. I remember years ago the Cherry Blossom was supposed to become extinct, but then it still rema...

The wildfires in California continue to burn out of control with at least 25 people dead and more than 6 million people in Southern California under a critical fire threat according to CNN this morning. Fire crews are fighting the blaze with various resources including aerial firefighting. Canada has sent 'super scoop...

TikTok could be banned in the US on Sunday due to national security concerns. As a result, another Chinese app called RedNote has become the top social networking app on the Apple app store rankings. Red Note, that is described as a social networking and e-commerce platform, was launched in 2013 and has a layout that m...

I guess it is more correct to say the planets are aligning this month, but it is a spectacle to witness. A "Planet Parade" is the term used when four or more planets line up and this month we have that happening in our night sky. Now that the Full "Wolf Moon" has had its chance to shine, we can see...

As of today, the price of a stamp in Canada is now 25 cents more than it was previously. The cost of a single stamp for a domestic letter is now $1.44 The price of booklets and coils of stamps has also jumped. For example, a coil of 100 stamps will now cost $124 which is up from $99. Any items that you want to send reg...

I'm a wimp when it comes to movies! I don't like horror films. I hate films that are too gory or show people in a lot of pain. And if the dog in the film dies... not a CHANCE I'm watching it. Do you try to avoid books, movies or TV shows if you think there is a possibility that the dog character in them may die? Well, ...

Billboard has released their list of the Top Artists of the 21st Century! I don't think it's any surprise who is at #1, but I did think a few Country artists would be higher on the list!! Billboard's Top Artists of the 21st Century, Top 50: 50. Olivia Rodrigo 49. Christina Aguilera 48. Rascal Flatts 47. Avril Lavigne 4...

Canada Post workers are back on the job today as the result of a ruling from the Canada Industrial Relations Board. Postal workers have been on strike since November 15 so you can imagine that they will be faced with an enormous backlog of mail to sort in the coming days. Patience & understanding will be beneficial...

Here is something to be aware of as you pack those lunches. MadeGood granola bars are being recalled due to a potential safety hazard as there is a risk some of them could contain metal. MadeGood Granola Bar Voluntary Recall We are voluntarily recalling certain MadeGood granola bars as a precautionary measure due to a ...

The Government of Canada will give us a temporary GST/HST break on groceries and certain other qualifying goods from December 14, 2024 until February 15, 2025. What items will be included? A list of items can be found below, and includes items in each category that would not be eligible. The below information is from c...

Tonight is the night that Boston will be lighting up the beautiful tree Hugh and Liz Ryan donated. This year's tree for Boston, a white spruce, came from Mattie Settlement in Antigonish County. It's been a tradition since 1971, that Nova Scotia sends a Christmas tree to Boston, to say thank you for their help during t...

I was excited when they announced that Kelly Clarkson will once again be hosting tonight's Christmas is Rockefeller Centre Christmas Tree Lightning Special. It'll feature some of our favorite Country artists, like Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Mickey Guyton and many more. Don't miss it. It'll be on NBC and Peacock t...

Today is "Giving Tuesday" and what better way to celebrate than to make a donation to the Gift From The Heart Radiothon. February 14th we will be raising funds for a device that makes breast cancer procedures less invasive and better, the Molli You can donate to the cause with a simple text To Donate $10, tex...

Tonight, is the 58th CMA awards! I always love watching music award shows because it's one big concert on Tv. A few of the performers tonight: Jelly Roll with Brooks & Dunn, Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan, Ella Langley and Riley Green, Luke Combs, Megan Moroney, Bailey Zimmerman, Kacey Musgraves, Eric Church, Cody...

Canada Post employees are on strike for the foreseeable future. What do you do if you are depending on receiving something important in the mail from the Government like applying or registering for a program? Maybe you are waiting on a permit, license or cheque to arrive? Of course, where possible, you are encouraged t...

Mattie Settlement, Antigonish County can claim ownership of this year's Christmas Tree that is heading to Bosten! Hugh and Liz Ryan are donating their 45 foot white spruce! It's been a tradition since 1971, that Nova Scotia sends a Christmas tree to Bosten to say thank you for the help Boston gave the province during t...

If you are waiting for your Voter Information card to arrive in the mail for this Provincial election, you can stop. Elections Nova Scotia are not printing Voter Information cards due to the potential postal strike. If you are not sure of which district you are in or where you go to vote, use this finder tool from Elec...

The Washboard Union are going to be on Tv this Sunday. They will be on an episode of the CBS TV drama "Tracker". The show stars Justin Hartley. They will be performing during the episode. You can watch it on CBS/CTV and Crave TV.

Yesterday was the celebration of something I have never really been into, horror movies. Now if there was ever a time to explore the world of fear and gore in movie form, this would naturally seem like the time leading up to Halloween... especially since the women's network has only Christmas movies on right now. But ...

If you love the Hallmark Christmas movies then you will be happy to learn that 32 new ones will be released this year. Yes, they've already begun to air, Hallmark doesn't mess around, 'Twas the Date Before Christmas, Holiday Crashers & Scouting for Christmas are all available now. Next up: Operation Nutcracker whic...

Hundreds of frozen waffle products made in Ontario are being recalled by the manufacturer because of possible contamination by the listeria bacteria. TreeHouse Foods issued the voluntary recall on products sold under various brand names including Walmart's Great Value, Loblaws No Name, Sobeys Compliments and many more....

The Big Show is TONIGHT. Country 100.7 presents an unforgettable evening with "Swift Kick," the ultimate Taylor Swift tribute band! Get Your Tickets NOW at lclc.ticketpro.ca I had the chance to talk with Laura Morgan, the lead singer about what you can expect tonight. Can't wait to see you there!

You'll want to make sure you check out tonight's full moon. It's the Hunter's moon and it will be the largest Supermoon of the year. It will come within 222,000 miles from the earth, at its nearest point, making it look bigger and brighter than usual!

I have driven across Canada a number of times and have been lucky enough to see the huge nighttime prairie sky. I have caught a glimpse of a wolf alongside of the Alaskan Highway at night and walked in daylight at 11pm in Whitehorse, but there was something I always wanted to see and until last night I never had. I ha...

It's that time of year again, the Pumpkin People have returned to Kentville. This year they are playing games as they offer a month of enjoyment and family fun. Lindsay Young joined me this morning from the Town of Kentville to tell us all about "Game Night". This weekend the Kentville Harvest Festival will...

Those of you that walked through the 4-H Building at the South Shore Exhibition, or checked out the 4-H displays at any of the exhibitions or fairs this year, the top competitors will be showcased this weekend. The 2024 4-H Nova Scotia Provincial Show is being held at the NS Provincial Exhibition Grounds in Bible Hill,...

Last night saw a prominent Canadian female hosting in an iconic location for the People's Choice Country Awards. Shania Twain was in the Grand Ole Opry House as awards were handed out and great performances were enjoyed. No huge surprises as the hardware was received. Here is a full list of winners: THE PEOPLE'S ARTIS...

Danone Canada has issued a recall for Kirkland Signature Probiotic Yogurt that was sold between September 3 & 19 at Costco in a 24 pack. The issue is that it could have a type of yeast that could possibly make immunocompromised people sick. They do say that the risk is low as this yeast is not known to grow in refr...

You never know what the internet is going to discover!! Turns out if you slow down Dolly Parton's music it kind of sounds a lot like Hozier is singing, and vice versa.... I went looking and found a version of "Jolene" slowed down. What do you think...does it sounds like Hozier? I can hear the similarities!

Doctor Odyssey is a new show premiering this month, September 26th on ABC and Hulu. It's a show about the doctors and nurses aboard a luxury cruise ship. Joshua Jackson who you may remember from Dawson's Creek is one of the main characters, Dr. Max Bankman They just released the trailer and there are a lot of famous gu...

Morgan Wallen has shared a little snippet of what he's been working on in studio!! The caption reads, "This one coming at y'all soon". No word on when...but I love a good heartbreak song.

There will be a partial lunar eclipse tonight. Here is the timeline from timeanddate.com: 11:12pm: Partial moon eclipse starts - moon is getting red. 11:44pm: Eclipse Moon is closest to the center of the shadow. 12:15am: Partial Eclipse ends. When it comes to the percentage of obscuration. It will be a tiny little &qu...

Today is a celebration that shines the spotlight on the reason Country 100.7 exists, International Country Music Day. Hot on the heels of Canada's biggest night in Country Music, the CCMAs, if we are to name the top Canadian act according the awards handed out over the weekend, Josh Ross would take that title after rec...

The Canadian Country Music Awards were handed out over the weekend in Edmonton. Josh Ross was the big winner Saturday night with 5 awards including Male Artist and Entertainer of the Year. Top Female Artist of the year went to MacKenzie Porter and the Fans' Choice was the James Barker Band. Top Album in Canada, that ...

This Sunday is the annual Terry Fox Run. Countless runs will be held across the Country and money will be raised for Cancer research. If you would like more details on the Terry Fox Foundation, or if you would like donate, click HERE! The Terry Fox School Run will be held on September 27th. There is a Terry Fox Run hap...

Make your plans to get down on the farm this weekend! Sunday is "Open Farm Day" in Atlantic Canada. It's the perfect day to learn more about what products are produced and raised in our own backyard and a great chance to learn more about where our food comes from. We have a few farms on the South Shore part...

September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and promoting actions that can help save lives. It's time to end the stigma around Mental Health. Always know you are not alone! Thanks to the novascotia.ca website. I wanted to pass along this important inform...

Can you Help? I saw a post on facebook the other day from the Town of Mahone Bay, looking for Volunteers for their Comfort Centre. When it's needed it's held at the Mahone Bay and District Fire Department, 41 Hawthorn Road. To read the Town of Mahone Bay Comfort Centre Operating Procedures and fill out the volunteer ap...

A new provincial School Lunch Program will launch next month. Families will be able to order affordable lunches through an online pay-what-you-can system that lets them confidentially pay what they are able. Starting in October, NSLunch.ca will be home to the online ordering platform, which you will use to order your k...

On Thursday students head back to school. I always think it's so cute when parents take "First Day" Back to School photos. Especially for their very first year!! Here's a template in case you would like to use it!! Just save the picture, print it and fill it out and you'll be good to go!!

In case you missed it, The Reklaws once again performed on America's Got Talent. Tonight, we find out if they move on to the next round!

A simple blood donation can help save someone's life. Clinics are scheduled for today, tomorrow and Thursday. (August 27,28,29, 2024). They are happening daily from 12-3 and 5-8, at the Best Western in Cookville. Go to blood.ca to book an appointment.

Yes, it's that time of the year.... Road work time. As annoying as it can be...we need it! So, start practicing patience. Depending on where work is happening, it could cause some delays in your travel. Work starts today and will continue for about 3 weeks. Work areas include: Aberdeen Road (from Miller to Chapel Hill)...

Today is Burger Day and we could talk about what makes a great burger. Fresh beef, toppings, condiments. The creativity of a burger can be fun. I wish I could perfect the "Turtle Burger" and I will keep practicing, haha It is a great continuation to bacon day that was celebrated earlier this week. Bacon T...

It is a day that seems like it needs some attention since it celebrates the smokey deliciousness of processed pork. Happy Bacon Lovers Day! Seems like today is a rough day for pigs as ham is also being celebrated on pizza today for Hawaiian Pizza Day. That stirs the ongoing controversy around pineapple being found on...

This weekend the 19th annual fundraiser event for the IWK is being held at the Harmony Ball Field in Queens County. The Log A Load For Kids event is centered around a lob ball tournament, but is SO Much More! A 50/50, BBQ, Auctions and lots of fun for all. With over $300,000 raised for the cause to date, a new goal ha...

Looks like Nova Scotia will be getting it's very own Stampede! The Nova Scotia Stampede will include a sanctioned, international Rodeo consisting of barrel racing, bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback riding & gymkhana. (Side note: what is gymkhana? - it's an equestrian event consisting of speed pattern racing and t...

The big stage has been set up and the entertainment in the main ring is set to start tonight with Connor Hirtle and then Green River Revival tomorrow evening. Saturday night an excited crowd will be treated to a fantastic show from the Washboard Union. I had the chance to talk with the "guy without the beard"...

It might be a necessity every morning to grab a coffee, but today that coffee means a lot more! Today is Tim Hortons Camp Day with 100% of coffee proceeds going to Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. Just think, your morning coffee could change a child's life forever! Too hot for coffee you say? Iced coffee proceeds help t...

It might not be great weekend weather for the beach, but it could be perfect for watching the ocean. Sunday is the launch of "Shark Week" and this year our province will be in focus for this television celebration. John Cena is this year's host for the week that looks at the creatures that have been feared a...

I was looking forward to picking strawberries, it is a tradition, but looks like that won't be happening this year. Yesterday, less than an hour after opening the U-Pick the announcement was posted that they were "all picked out". Then by 9am it was announced that there would be no more strawberry U-Picks th...

Returning a product to Amazon just got easier for Canadians. Staples locations across the Country are now accepting Amazon returns and you don't even need to re-package them or print off a label. To initiate a return, customers create a QR code by visiting the Amazon.ca "Your Orders" page, clicking "Retu...

With the heat warnings this past week, it is hard to believe that summer is not even here yet. But that is all about to change this afternoon at 5:51pm. Today's Summer Solstice is the earliest it has been for 200 years. The longest day of the year is here, and it's the earliest Apparently earlier summers will be a tr...

Seaside A Cappella are looking for members to join them and offering women the chance to give it a try. All ages are welcome to try their hand, or voice at performing this summer. Starting next Wednesday you have the opportunity to step on stage with this award winning group. If that is not your style, you can plan to...

Netflix won't be available on some Apple TVs soon. 2nd & 3rd generation Apple TVs were released over a decade ago and Netflix says they want to be able to "maintain the best possible experience" This has happened in the past with Samsung and Vizio Smart TVs and even 1st generation Roku boxes. If you gave ...

Since leaving the South Shore to become a trained opera performer, Hannah Ernst has traveled the world performing. A decade later, now a graduate, she is returning to perform for the hometown crowd. This will be a great send off and the perfect opportunity to wish Hannah all the best as she is set to begin her career a...

This weekend is your chance to get up close and personal with some beautiful heritage homes and gardens in Mahone Bay. For over 20 years the Home & Garden Tour fundraiser has been raising money for the Mahone Bay Museum and this year is one you do not want to miss. I had the chance to chat with Karen Pinsent about...

At this point there are two types of gardeners. The ones that have everything planted and are just waiting for it to grow and then there is those of us that are not ready at all... considering not bothering because we are late, but there IS Still Time! One thing I have always wondered when it comes time to plant the g...

Yesterday was drawing day and I didn't realize that we have a pop-up art gallery right here in Bridgewater at the South Shore Centre. Not only a spot to view and purchase paintings, but also the spot where you can purchase a colouring book with pictures of Bridgewater. What a great way to celebrate the Town of Bridge...

Just in case you had been stocking up on snacks in time for the long weekend. There has been a snacking recall. Not a lot of details given on where these items were sold, but the UPC codes are listed below. A spokesperson for Frito Lay told Food Safety News that ""this action is the direct result of a season...

This is not a distinction any province would want to celebrate. On the list of the unhappiest provinces in Canada, Nova Scotia is in second place according to a recent study. Using data from various sources (the National Statistical Office, Statistics Canada, and the Government of Canada) eight key areas were looked ...

It was a big success in the USA last year and starting today you can enjoy the purple creation in Canada. McDonald's has launched the "Grimace Shake" for a limited time just in time for this week's warm weather. McDonald's is launching the Grimace Shake across Canada Grimace is an interesting character. Turn...

I still find it hard to believe that Upper Clements Park no longer exists. I'll never forget the excitement of the flume, the wooden roller-coaster and the bumper boats and cars. Well, if you would like to own your very own piece of Upper Clements Park, Trevor MacDonald can help you out with that. He is currently selli...

Happy World Donkey Day! I know today is McHappy Day and we certainly want you to drop by McDonald's for a meal, treat, or all meals today. Every purchase will help Ronald McDonald House AND on the South Shore, Special Olympics. So that is your excuse to stop by the golden arches and enjoy. Now since donkeys are being...

I have seen arguments on both sides around the idea of "No Mow May" and they both sound founded. One idea is that the early flowers like dandelions are not offering much for nutrients to our pollinating community, which is the biggest reason mentioned for not mowing the lawn this month. "No Mow May"...

Last week, the RCMP issued a notice that they will be doing roadside Mandatory Alcohol Screenings (MAS) during all traffic stops in Halifax Regional Municipality communities served by the RCMP throughout the month of May. In case you were wondering, in 2018, the MAS became part of the Criminal Code Section 320.27(2), b...

Today is the beginning of a tasty week with Tim Hortons Smile Cookies available. Not only is it a friendly way to sweeten your day, but this treat is also working to put smiles on the faces of the fundraiser partners. This week when you purchase a smile cookie from Tim Hortons locations in Bridgewater, you are suppor...

Russell Musgrave of Boularderie Centre in Cape Breton bought $200 worth of Atlantic Lottery Scratch'N Win tickets and won big! One of those tickets was the $1.5-million top-prize on the new Super Set for Life ticket. He sat down with his tickets as soon as he got home and the very first ticket he scratched was a top-pr...

Spring migration for hummingbirds has begun and some have been spotted in Nova Scotia. You can report a sighting here. If you feed hummingbirds, don't bother with the store bought food, it isn't needed and contains dyes. Clean your feeder and add a sugar and water mixture. 1 part sugar/4 parts water is great! Some peo...

If you were travelling this weekend, you may have noticed the roadsides were a bit busier than normal. I passed a couple locations where people were dressed in high vis attire collecting trash along the roadside. That is certainly one way to make the world a better looking spot, getting rid of litter. There is nothi...

Spring is officially here! The peepers are peeping, the birds are singing, the mosquitoes are beginning buzzing AND the potholes are WILD! I had to take a drive to the valley yesterday and WOW is all I can say. I hit one on highway 12 and I think my teeth are still chattering this morning. After filling up with gas a...

Carbon tax rebates have begun to be deposited into bank accounts of those who are eligible to receive it in Nova Scotia. The payments are based on the size of your household. In order to receive the carbon rebate, Canadians need to file their annual tax return. If you are registered for direct deposit with the Canada R...

Mattea Roach is set to return to Jeopardy! in May when the Masters Tournament kicks off. The Masters pits the 6 highest ranked players against each other. For 3 weeks, they will compete for the grand prize of $500, 000 and the title of Jeopardy! Masters champion. Here are the other contestants: James Holzhauer (2023 w...

The new Season of Sullivan's Crossing starts SUNDAY!! I've yet to watch it, but it's on my list. Especially since it was filmed and based in Nova Scotia. The story is also based on a series of books by author Robyn Carr. It's about neurosurgeon Maggie Sullivan who finds herself in legal trouble and returns to her homet...

Today I had the newest authors on the South Shore drop in for a chat. Mary Jayne and Kyle Wyman from Hebbville have turned a real life common occurrence into a children's book about their boys. This Saturday you can drop by the St Philip's St playground and help celebrate "The Coyote Brothers Learn How To Fix A B...

Amazon has issued a recall for some eclipse glasses that have not been approved by the American Astronomical Society. You would have received the recall notice if you purchased ones that fall under the recall. How can test your eclipse glasses to make sure they are safe? Put them on inside. You should not be able to se...

By this time next week it will all be over. Next Monday, April 8, 2024 we will experience a total solar eclipse. This event will be the first since 1972 where this much of the sun is covered by an eclipse in this area. Since this is the first event like this in over 50 years, there are many experiencing the eclipse fo...

Today is April 1, also known as April Fools Day but have you ever wondered why? There doesn't seem to be a clear origin of the tradition. History.com explains: Some historians speculate that April Fools' Day dates back to 1582, when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, as called for by t...

No Joke! April 1st is the first day of the Nova Scotia sport fishing season. To fish for any species of fish (except salmon) in fresh water in Nova Scotia, you need to have a General Fishing Licence. Here are a few details you should know from the novascotia.ca website. For more indept details click HERE! Eligibility Y...

Pump prediction drama today! We are going with 4 cent drops as our most trusted sources have done the same. Note: some sources are predicting a drop of only 0.3 cents for gas and 0.2 cents for diesel. Either way, there will be an increase Monday with the carbon tax increase.

For 347 days, Merel Chiasson of Bas-Caraquet, N.B. had a Lotto 6/49 ticket worth $64-million on his bedroom dresser and he didn't know it. Chiasson came into the Atlantic Lottery head office in Moncton, N.B. to claim his prize - the largest lottery prize ever won in Atlantic Canada - just 19 days before it was set to e...

Kate Middleton has posted a video announcing she's undergoing cancer treatment.