TRURO, N.S. —
It was 5C, and raining, at 6:30 a.m., and today’s high is expected to be 6, with rain through the day, and an overnight low of -3C.
Tuesday’s high is expected to be 2C, with a few flurries, dropping to -7C overnight.
Daytime temperatures are expected to reach 2C-9C during the rest of the week.
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Today’s stories
Truro firefighter seriously injured while training
Chignecto school busses travelling only on paved roads today
Upper Onslow man remembers his time in the Gaza Strip
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Plenty of Pets
Les is a shy seven-month-old guy.
He will beg for treats and likes to be close to people when they’re calm and quiet. Once he trusts someone, he’s very loving.
Les is neutered, litter trained and ready to find his forever family.
For more information, visit the 10,000 Carrots Rabbit Rescue website or Facebook page or email 10000carrotsrescue@gmail.com
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Tidal Times
The tidal bore will be coming in at 4:20 p.m. today
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Community Calendar
MONDAY, MARCH 11
Cards
MARCH 11 – Cards at the Good Neighbours Club, 21 Palmer St. at 1:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, MARCH 12
Film Group
MARCH 12 – First United Church Memorial Hall, at 10 a.m. – Infamous – short discussion to follow; everyone welcome.
Open Mic
MARCH 12 – Open Mike Jam Session, Tuesday nights at 7 p.m., Upper Stewiacke – Springside United Church Hall, 5511 Highway 289. Everyone welcome to perform or enjoy the music; goodwill donation; shared lunch.
Needle Arts
MARCH 12 – Marigold Guild of Needle Arts Meeting, 7 p.m., Truro Fire Hall community room. Member Program: Chicken Scratch Project; open to guests and potential new members. info@marigoldguildofneedlearts.ca
Dance
MARCH 12 – Goodtime Seniors Dance Club dance every Tuesday evening from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Truro Legion, Brunswick Street. $7; shared lunch; 50/50 tickets; all are welcome.
Al-Anon
MARCH 12 – Truro Al-Anon meets every Tuesday, 8 p.m., at The Good Neighbor's Club 21 Palmer St. Truro. For more info call Lois 902-890-1518.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
Annual Meeting
MARCH 13 – National Association of Federal Retirees NS 72 Colchester East-Hants Branch annual meeting; reports, election of officers, etc., Air force Association, 22 Cottage Street, Truro, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact Georgette: 902-897-2404.
Al Anon
MARCH 13 – Cobequid Al Anon meets weekly on Wednesday evenings 7 to 8 p.m. at Douglas Street Rec Centre, Truro. For information contact Jane 902-890-0197.
Card Party
MARCH 13 – Card Party, Warwick Mountain Rec Club, 7 p.m.; shared lunch, $3 admission; highest in ladies and gents; 50/50.
Dance
MARCH 13 – Dance in Salmon River Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others; shared lunch.
Coffee Party
MARCH 13 – St. Patrick’s Day Coffee Party, 10 a.m., Trinity United Church, 415 Onslow Road, Upper Onslow; admission $8; chairlift accessible; Info: 902-895-4188; sponsored by UCW Unit, Trinity United Church.
Butch’s Jam
MARCH 13 – At the Horseman's Club 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday night.
THURSDAY, MARCH 14
Spiritual Group
MARCH 14 – Guiding Light Spiritual Group meets every Thursday, 7 p.m., Douglas Street School room 12, 40 Douglas St., Truro.
Chase the Ace
March 14 – Chase the Ace Draw, Debert Legion, draw at 8:15 p.m.; doors open 6 p.m. for ticket sales, $3 each. Available at various venues. No need to be present to win.
Card Party
MARCH 14 – Auction 45 Card party every Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. at the Bible Hill Fire Hall; sponsored by St. David's United Church. $5 charge with cash prizes, light snack.
Bingo
MARCH 14 – Bingo at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St. at 1:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 15
Chowder Lunch
MARCH 15 - Immaculate Conception Parish, 669 Prince St. 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Corn chowder $8; fish chowder $10; includes roll, dessert, tea/coffee. Children under 12 free. Take out available, pick up only.
Dance
MARCH 15 – Seniors Old Time Dance, Douglas Street Recreation Centre, 2 p.m.; door prize, sponsored by Y Seniors Group; age 50 and older welcome; admission $6.
Supper
MARCH 15 – Debert Legion Friday Night Supper. Chicken, vegetables, dessert, tea/coffee. Adults $10; under-12 $5. Take-outs available. Wheelchair assessible.
Coffee House
MARCH 15 – Touch of the Irish Coffee House, 7 to 9 p.m., St. Andrew’s United Church. Free will offering at door; light lunch; local musicians Ken and Chella Henderson, and Ron and Ann Fougere.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
Pancake Breakfast
MARCH 16 – TOPS NS 2709 Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., Masonic Lodge, 143 Pictou Road, Bible Hill. Pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee/tea. $5.
Snowshoe Hike
MARCH 16 – Hike Nova Scotia and HubCycle guided Victoria Park Snowshoe Hike, 10 a.m. Bring your own or reserve rentals in advance. Qualify to win a trail prize. See www.hikenovascotia.ca for details.
Turkey Supper
MARCH 16 –Turkey supper at the Salvation Army, 6-8 p.m.; enjoy good food, fellowship and gospel music. Cost $10. For tickets call 902-893-3042.
Supper
MARCH 16 – St. Patrick’s Day Irish Stew Supper, Milford Lantz United Church, 2134 Hwy 2, Milford, 5 to 6.30 p.m. Adults $10; Children 4-12 $5; Under-4 free.
Guitar Club
MARCH 16 – Fingerpicking guitar club jam/meeting at Douglas Street Recreation Centre, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Info: pimaguitarsociety.yolasite.com or mike 902-639-9267.
Coffee Party
MARCH 16 – St. Patrick's Day Coffee Party, 10 a.m., Knox United Church, Brookfield. Sponsored by Unit 7.
Volkssport Club
MARCH 16 – 5/10k, 1A, 10 a.m., Bible Hill Permanent Walk, Roadside Willies, Jennifer Drive, Bible Hill. Contact Wanda Woolaver 902-895-6932. Pre-St. Pat’s Day lunch to follow.
Crib
MARCH 16 – Crib at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St., at 1:30 p.m.
Supper
MARCH 16 – St. Pat’s Irish Stew Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m.; variety of desserts - Milford Lantz United Church, 2134 Highway 2 in Milford – Adults $10; 4-to-12 $5; under-4 free. Proceeds to church.
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
Pancake Breakfast
March 17 – Tatamagouche Legion; pancake, ham, sausage, eggs, etc. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone welcome; $7 and $4 for 12-and-under. Wheelchair accessible. Takeouts available.
Bluegrass Concert
MARCH 17 – Musical Memories Bluegrass Concert, at 2 p.m., Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, 12430 Hwy 224; lunch provided; admission by free will offering; wheelchair accessible. Information: 902-384-2520 or email middletonunitedchurch@ns.aliantzinc.ca
