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Sam McNeish
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Constable recognized for policing excellence
TORONTO - Several generations of families have one person to thank for seeing their children grow up. Many times those actions go ... -
Cranberries, the new 'super food?'
Nova Scotia is truly a health-conscious person's playground. Not only is the northern region of Nova Scotia known for its wild blueberry crop, ... -
Tragedy sparks lifes work
OXFORD - A statement made by a guest speaker normally doesnt stick in the mind of those who attend conferences. That was until Tory Rushton, the ... -
SOAR wants to help you arrive alive
WEST AMHERST - How long has it been since you had formal driver training? For many seniors it has been more years than they can count since they ... -
Memories come in a jar
OXFORD Harvest season is always a special time for Donna Hardie. Not only does she get a fresh batch of fruits and vegetables she turns into ... -
Joggins UNESCO designation closer to becoming reality
AMHERST The rest of the world is one step closer to finding out how important Joggins is to the scientific world. The community continues to ... -
Problem Solver
AMHERST - No one could accuse Terrie Brundage of not loving her grandson. Her grandson was born with a number of medical issues that created ... -
Sunset Residential Centre hosting dinner and auction
PUGWASH Volunteers have spent countless hours trying to make a difference. The work of those volunteers will come to fruition on Saturday, Oct. ... -
Oxford to consider arena upgrades
OXFORD - A move to update an aging Oxford Lions Arena reached the next step in Monday when an architect charged with design enhancements made a ... -
Experts dig in at Joggins Fossil Cliffs
AMHERST - Joggins continues to move forward in an effort to show the world the value of the fossil cliffs. A pair of experts from the ... -
United Way campaign goal at $145,000
AMHERST - The United Way recently kicked off its 2007 fundraising campaign seeking to raise $145,000, up $5,000 from last year's total. "The ... -
Siddall named 4-Her of the Year
TRUEMANVILLE David Siddall joined family members in being named the Cumberland County 4-H member of the year. The hulking Siddall, a member of ... -
Springhill institution celebrates 40 years with...
SPRINGHILL The Town of Springhill and many generations of residents owe a great deal to the Springhill Institution. Families have found a means ... -
New school bell to ring in Oxford
OXFORD A grandiose new school will sit high atop the hill behind the former Oxford Regional High School, future home to the class of 2010, as ... -
Fire Prevention Week: Teaching the young
OXFORD Children are taking the onus on themseleves to keep their families safe. Thats why students at Oxford Regional Elementary School are ... -
Oxford police face number of incidents with young...
Oxford - The Oxford detachment of the RCMP attended more than 150 calls from June to September including 51 complaints in the month of August. ... -
Future looks bright in Oxford
OXFORD - The class of 2010 will graduate from a new facility thanks to a project that commenced in Oxford Monday afternoon. Oxford Regional High ... -
The benefits of the Institution
SPRINGHILL - Many generations of families and residents of Springhill have felt the effects and benefits the Springhill Institution has bestowed ... -
Fire engulfs South Albion Street home
AMHERST - Amherst firefighters are continuing their investigation of a fire on Albion Street late Saturday. The blaze, confined to the second ... -
Ramblers split weekend action
AMHERST - The Halifax Wolverines took advantage of a sluggish start by a tired and undermanned Amherst Ramblers en route to a 3-1 victory here ... -
Nova Scotia native raising awareness of alcoholism
AMHERST - It's a problem that lives in all our lives. Almost every family has a dark story of someone who has a drinking problem of varying ... -
Breafast program among activities back at River...
RIVER HEBERT October will be a busy month for students, staff and families associated with the River Hebert Elementary School. The Grade 1 and 2 ... -
Junior Panthers grab two victories by shutout
PUGWASH - The Pugwash Junior Panthers continued its winning streak with two more shutout victories, including a 6-0 victory over the visiting ... -
CCMHA coaches sought for provincial level teams
AMHERST - Cumberland County Minor Hockey Association is still seeking applications for a couple of its provincial teams for the 2007-08 hockey ... -
Practise your escape plan
OXFORD - The fire inspectors do a few extra inspections, the chiefs do public addresses and the firefighters attend schools and public functions ... -
Big Dig
By Sam McNeish The Citizen OXFORD Repairs of a nearly 40-year-old system will be a huge benefit for the residents of the Town of Oxford. ... -
Community Happenings
Trinity-St. Stephens to mark 100 years Oct. 12 - Trinity-St. Stephens United Church will be celebrating 100 years at 7:30 p.m. with a ... -
United Way of Cumberland County program support...
AMHERST The United Way of Cumberland County has one simple goal. Support the organizations that do yeoman service in the communities throughout ... -
Ramblers edge Bulldogs 2-1
ANTIGONISH - Chris Goghen's goal at 15:31 of the second period proved to be the game-winner as the Amherst Ramblers defeated the Antigonish ... -
Halifax pounces on tired, shorthanded Ramblers
AMHERST (Staff) - The Halifax Wolverines took advantage of a sluggish start by a tired and undermanned Amherst Ramblers en route to a 3-1 victory ...


