How do you recognize a concussion? When does a concussion need medical attention? There’s a good chance you may not know the answers. According to statistics from the Public Health Agency of Canada, fewer than half of Canadians know what […]
At the start of a new year, it’s tempting to focus on all the big things you’d like to change about your life. But if you want new habits or routines to stick beyond February, it’s best to make them […]
Winter weather has arrived, bringing with it the urge to get cosy and indulge in some serious comfort food. The good news in this time of inflation and sky-high food costs is that, in addition to being delicious, stick-to-your-ribs soups […]
With winter now upon us, you may be finding it hard to spend time outside. As temperatures drop, the days grow shorter and the weather gets snowier, it’s tempting to hunker down inside until April. But spending long stretches inside, […]
Halloween celebrations sure can be scary – especially if you consider the amount of waste associated with the holiday. Cheap plastic decorations, mass-produced costumes and candy wrappers can all add up to be one big pile of garbage on November […]
Parts of northern and eastern Nova Scotia continue to grapple with power outages, cellular, telephone and internet disruptions, and severe damages following Hurricane Fiona – one of the most severe weather systems to ever hit Nova Scotia. You may be […]
Autumn in Nova Scotia means apples, apples everywhere. Across the province, and especially in the Annapolis Valley, you’ll find orchards and farms bursting with the shiny red fruit. Nova Scotia is the top apple exporter in Canada, with almost 5,000 […]
Ah, fall. With the first breath of those crisp autumnal breezes, minds turn to all the promise that September brings: apple harvests, comfort food, cozy sweaters…and the excitement of the back-to-school season. But if the first sight of fall on […]
Thinking about hitting the road? Your vehicle isn’t the only thing that will need refuelling during your trip – so will you and your passengers! Whether you’re planning one last road trip before summer’s over or thinking ahead to long […]
Are the hot, sticky days of late summer getting you down? A simple day trip or a quick overnight staycation might be just the remedy, and it doesn’t have to be complicated or pricey. If you are travelling as a […]
