It was -4C at 6:30 a.m. and that’s as high as it’s expected to get today. There will be snow flurries today and tonight, with the temperature dropping to around -12C overnight.
There are flurries in the forecast for Saturday, with a high of -10C and an overnight low of -14C.
The sun should be bright on Sunday, with a high of -7C, dropping to -17C during the night.
Today’s stories
Video: Pet pigs popular with Colchester County residents
Masstown Market serves as setting for federal funding announcement
The story behind the Truro-Bible Hill 1985 video
Plenty of Pets
Boston and Whiskey are best friends who would love to be adopted together.
Boston is a young adult, while Whiskey is about six months old.
They love playing in the yard and enjoying the smells of the outdoors.
They can be left alone at home, but they prefer having people around most of the time.
To learn more about these dogs, and others waiting for homes, visit Marley’s Hope on Facebook, on the website, email [email protected] or call 902-444-3647.
Tidal bore times:
The tidal bore will be coming in at 3:50 p.m. today
Saturday: 4:17 a.m. and 4:34 p.m.
Sunday: 5:01 a.m. and 5:23 p.m.
Fuel prices:
Fuel prices went up overnight.
Gasoline increased by 1.1 cent and is now 1.00.2 cents per litre.
Diesel jumped 7.1 cents and is now $1.18.7 per litre.
Community Calendar
SATURDAY, JAN. 12
Cribbage
JAN. 12 – Crib every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Good Neighbors, 21 Palmer Street.
Cribbage
JAN. 12 – Crib Tournament West St. Andrews Community Hall, 1 p.m. $22 team; two 50/50 draws.
Queen of Hearts
JAN. 12 – Tatamagouche Legion,North Shore Rec Centres Queen of Hearts Saturdays
at the Legion. Tickets $2 each sold until Friday; Saturday sales only at Legion, 2 to 4 p.m. Draw time 4:15 p.m.
Coffee House
JAN. 12 – Nazarene Church Gospel Coffee House, 6:30 p.m.; Freedom Road and Friends; freewill offering; shared lunch to follow.
SUNDAY, JAN. 13
Musical Jam
JAN. 13 – Monthly Jam Session, 2 to 4 p.m., Hilden United Church Hall; freewill offering and 50/50 draw; coffee, tea and cookies available; proceeds for Truro Homeless Society; everyone welcome.
Trail Hike
JAN. 13 – Hike Nova Scotia/Cobequid Eco-Trails Society guided hike or snowshoe on the Yellow Birch Trail in Kemptown, 9:30 a.m. Bring your own snowshoes. See www.hikenovascotia.ca for details.
MONDAY, JAN. 14
Cards
JAN. 14 – 45's every Monday evening at 7 p.m. at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer Street.
Pickle Ball
JAN. 14 – Beginner Pickle Ball, Wentworth Recreation Centre, 13752 Highway 4, Monday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon.
Walk ‘n’ Talk
JAN. 14 – Walk ‘n’ Talk is on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 to 11 a.m., Wentworth Recreation Centre, 13752 Highway 4.
Meditation
JAN. 14 – Meditation Connection, every Monday, 6:30-7:30 p.m., NSCC Mindfulness Centre, Truro. Free.
TUESDAY, JAN. 15
Dance
JAN. 15 – Goodtime Seniors’ Dance Club 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.; live band; shared lunch, 50/50; admission $7. Royal Canadian Legion Brunswick Street, Truro.
Al-Anon
JAN. 8 – Truro Al-Anon meets every Tuesday, 8 p.m., at Good Neighbor's Club, 21 Palmer St., Truro. For info call Lois 902-890-1518.
Pickle Ball
JAN. 15 – Advanced Pickle Ball, Wentworth Recreation Centre, 13752 Highway 4, Tuesday, Thursday and Wednesday, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Yoga
JAN. 15 – Vinyasa Flow Yoga, 6:30 p.m., Wentworth Recreation Centre, 13752 Highway 4. Contact Andrew at 902-986-1429.
Knit-In
JAN. 15 – 1 to 4 p.m.; share skills, patterns, conversation and knitting fun. New knitters are welcome. Colchester Historeum, 29 Young St., Truro.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 16
Al Anon
JAN. 16 – Cobequid Al Anon meets weekly on Wednesday evenings, 7-8 p.m. at Douglas Street Rec Centre.
Dance
JAN. 16 – Dance in Salmon River fire hall 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others. Shared lunch.
Butch’s Jam
JAN. 16 – Butch’s Jam, every Wednesday night, Horseman's Club 6:30 p.m.; everyone welcome.
Open Mic
JAN. 16 – Open Mic/Jam Session, first and third Wednesday each month; doors open 1 p.m.; jam until 4 p.m. at Shubie United Church, 2869 Hwy 2. All are welcome.
GRANS Meeting
JAN. 16 – GRANS, one-on-one, support and information, 5 to 7 p.m., Sobeys Community Room, Robie Street, Truro.
Mental Wellness
JAN. 16 – Lead With Your Heart welcomes Nova Scotia Worx, 7 p.m. at First United Memorial Hall. Re-entering the workforce; program that focuses on mental wellness struggles.
Coffee House
JAN. 16 – Coffee House at Zion United Baptist Church, 454 Prince St., Truro, 1 to 3 p.m.; fun, good music featuring Bill Hill and band; refreshments.
THURSDAY, JAN. 17
Bingo
JAN. 17 – Bingo every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at The Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer Street. Everyone welcome.
Spiritual Group
JAN. 17 – The Guiding Light Spiritual Group meets every Thursday, 7 p.m. Douglas Street school room 12, 40 Douglas St., Truro.
Card Party
JAN. 17 – Auction 45 Card party, Thursday afternoons, 1 p.m. at the Bible Hill Fire Hall; sponsored by St David’s United Church. $5 charge, cash prizes, light snack.
Canasta
JAN. 17 – Learn the game, 1 to 3 p.m. $2 fee, or free to members. Colchester Historeum, 29 Young St., Truro. All players welcome.
PROBUS
JAN. 17 – A club of active retirees who enjoy guest speakers and activity groups. PROBUS Club meets at the Truro Fire Hall, 9:30 a.m. Guest speaker iRoss Hall, Ornithologist; guests welcome.
Chase the Ace
JAN. 17 – Chase the Ace Draw, Debert Legion 8:15 p.m. Doors open 6:30 p.m. for ticket sales, $3 each. Available at various venues. No need to be present to win.
Support Group
JAN. 17 – Truro Parkinson's Support group meets the third Thursday of the month, 2 to 4 p.m., Colchester-Easts Hants Regional Library. All are welcome and there is no cost.
FRIDAY, JAN. 18
Supper
JAN. 18 – Debert Legion Friday Night Supper 4:30-6 p.m. Chicken, vegetables, dessert. Adults $10; under-12 $5. Take outs available. Wheelchair assessible.
Dance
JAN. 18 – Seniors Old Time Dance, Douglas Street Recreation Centre,7:30 p.m.; shared lunch, door prize, sponsored by Y Seniors Group; age 50 and older welcome, admission $6.
Chair Yoga
JAN. 18 – Every Friday at First United Church Memorial Hall; $5, everyone welcome.
Supper
JAN. 18 – Debert Legion Friday Night Supper. Chicken, vegetables, dessert, tea/coffee. Adults $10; under-12 $5. Take-outs available. Wheelchair assessible.
SATURDAY, JAN. 19
Cribbage
JAN. 19 – Crib every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Good Neighbors, 21 Palmer Street.
Queen of Hearts
JAN. 19 – Tatamagouche Legion,North Shore Rec Centres Queen of Hearts Saturdays
at the Legion. Tickets $2 each sold until Friday; Saturday sales only at Legion, 2 to 4 p.m. Draw time 4:15 p.m.
Guitar club
JAN. 19 - Guitar finger-picking club, 2 to 4 p.m., all styles and skill levels welcome;
N.S. Exhibition Grounds, MacMillan Centre, 73 Ryland Ave., Bible Hill. Info: 902-639-9267.
Coffee House
JAN. 19 – Country Gospel Coffee House, 7 p.m., Christian Fellowship Centre, 1533 Plains Rd. Debert; local talent; shared lunch; free will offering.
Snowshoe Hike
JAN. 19 – Hike Nova Scotia/HubCycle guided snowshoe hike at Victoria Park, Truro, 10 a.m. Bring your own snowshoes or reserve rentals at [email protected]. See www.hikenovascotia.ca for details.
45s Card Party
JAN. 19 – St. David’s Hall, Pictou Road, 7 p.m.; $5; light lunch and prizes; all are welcome.
SUNDAY, JAN. 20
Yoga
JAN. 20 – Gentle Yoga at 4:30 p.m. Wentworth Recreation Centre, 13752 Highway 4. Contact Kaly at 902-410-0292 or [email protected].
Bluegrass Concert
JAN. 20 – Musical Memories Bluegrass Concert, 2 p.m., Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, 12430 Hwy 224 For information 902-384-2520; lunch provided; admission by free will offering; wheelchair accessible.
