The Truro Daily News: Local News

Buildup under bridge should be removed: area resident

Harry Sullivan — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

BELMONT – Russell Lynds gazes across the buildup of trees and brush under a bridge over the Belmont River near his home and shakes his head.

Town, county on the hook for extra millions to build civic centre

Monique Chiasson — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

TRURO – A proposed civic centre in Colchester County would cost about $11 million more than originally anticipated.

Women in business gather to share their knowledge

Sherry Martell — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

TRURO – After 15 years of working in the corporate business world, Wanda MacInnes decided to take her career in a new direction when staff cuts eliminated her position.

LEGO robotic competition Saturday

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

TRURO – Future scientists and engineers will put their LEGO robotic creations to the test
as part of a LEGO League competition this weekend.

Cause of morning trailer fire under investigation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

BEAVER BROOK – A trailer fire in Beaver Brook is under investigation by the fire marshal.
Cobequid District Fire Brigade responded to the blaze on Chase Lane at about 11:30 a.

Blueberry producers meeting this weekend

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

TRURO – About 300 blueberry producers from across the province will meet in Truro today and Saturday to discuss issues facing their industry.

Court briefs

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:08:00 GMT

Breaching house arrest nets man probation
TRURO – A Salmon River man who breached the conditions of his house arrest by drinking has been sentenced to six months of
probation.

Trio face additional break and enter charges

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

SHUBENACADIE – Police have laid additional charges against three men who were arrested and charged earlier this month with break and enters.

Museum hosting used book sale Saturday

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

TRURO – Readers of all ages are encouraged to check out a used book sale at the Colchester Historical Museum.

Less snow, more cold in Nova Scotia's winter forecast

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT

HALIFAX – You may find yourself shoveling less this winter, but you can count on more days of wearing long underwear and toques.