It was -5C at 6:30 a.m. (-12C with the wind chill), and the temperature is only expected to go up by one degree during the day, with a mix of sun and cloud, and an overnight low of -8C.
Tomorrow’s high is expected to be 2C, with sunshine, and an overnight low of -4C.
If you’re wondering where the plows are, check out the Nova Scotia Plow Tracker website.
Today’s stories
Truro's Holiday Heroes go to work
Chances are it will be a green (not white) Christmas for Nova Scotia
Yoga Dance marks winter solstice in Truro
Plenty of Pets
Clover is a beautiful three-year-old calico who is waiting for someone to fall in love with her.
She is one of many cats and kittens currently available for adoption through the Colchester SPCA.
To meet the animals, stop by the shelter at 408 Industrial Avenue. For more information, call 902-893-7968 or check out the Facebook page.
Tidal Times
The tidal bore will be coming in at 9:04 a.m. and 9:36 p.m. today.
Community Calendar
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 19
Dance
Dec. 19 – Dance at Salmon River Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others. Shared lunch.
Butch’s Jam
DEC. 19 – Butch's Jam; fun and music, 6:30 p.m. at Horseman's Club every Wednesday night.
THURSDAY, DEC. 20
Bingo
DEC. 20 – Bingo every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at The Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer Street.
Spiritual Group
DEC. 20 – The Guiding Light Spiritual Group meets every Thursday, 7 p.m., Douglas Street school room 12, 40 Douglas St., Truro.
Chase the Ace
DEC. 20 – Tri Service Chase The Ace Draw, Debert legion 8:15 p.m. Doors open 6 p.m. for ticket sales; Tickets $3 each. Available at various venues. Not necessary to be present to win.
FRIDAY, DEC. 21
Mixed Darts
DEC. 21 – Debert Legion Mixed darts, 7:30 p.m. $2 to play. Fun darts only. Everyone welcome.
Music and Carols
DEC. 21 – An evening of Music & Carols for Christmas, Brookfield Baptist Church, 7 p.m. Social time with refreshments following; free-will offering; everyone welcome.
SATURDAY, DEC. 22
Cribbage
DEC. 22 – Crib every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Good Neighbors, 21 Palmer Street.
