Maud was born on Dec. 29, one of those inconvenient, post-Christmas, pre–New Year’s orphaned birthdays that humans tend to resent. People with late-December birthdays always speak in the fragile tones of hostages: “No, it’s fine, really. Christmas counts for both.” It never does. But for a dog, it’s perfect. The humans are home, slightly dazed […]
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It’s been a news-worthy year in Charlotte County. From wharf deadlines, Ministers Island uncertain future, Blacks Harbour water supply woes, a heavy tourism season, a trade war with the U.S., and turmoil over a local homeless shelter – there was no shortage of stories to choose from for our top five. Feds, province contradict deadline […]
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The Saint Andrews council has approved its 2026 budgets, but not without some dissent. Like other local governments in Charlotte County, it held its tax rates for both rural and urban areas. The provincial government has a freeze on property assessments, creating a level of uncertainty to municipalities across the province. Saint Andrews will hold […]
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A hybrid boat belonging to the Peskotomuhkati (Passamaquoddy) docked at the Saint Andrews wharf caught fire Wednesday. “On Dec. 3, an unexpected fire occurred aboard one of our fishing vessels while it was secured at the wharf in St. Andrews,” a statement from the Passamaquoddy Recognition Group. It said no injuries reported in connection to […]
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The Passamaquoddy Lodge Foundation announced that it is hosting another information session regarding its plans to expand and relocate the nursing home, amid ongoing delays in provincial approval. Caroline Davies, a member of the board of directors for the foundation, said Eight years ago, the board was examining how to move from 40 beds, 20 […]
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Every December, the Kiwanis Club of Saint Andrews gathers for one of the community’s most cherished traditions: assembling holiday baskets for local seniors, especially those who are widowed or live alone. In the last few years, they have also been joined by their youngest members, the K-Kids, who bring their youthful enthusiasm to the initiative. […]
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Budget season is underway for Charlotte County municipalities. In Saint Andrews, council has received two presentations regarding its capital and operating budgets and in two in St. Stephen. A priority theme throughout both capital budgets – which is the budget that deals with acquisition or maintenance of fixed assets like buildings, land, equipment – has […]
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Horizon Health Network and the Town of Saint Andrews have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on the Wellness Centre located in the W.C. O’Neill Arena Complex. The Wellness Centre is a medical clinic that is given space for free by the town to operate and has several doctors with active practices. The agreement is […]
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Charlotte County. From festive markets and sparkling parades to cozy community gatherings, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the holiday season close to home. The Courier and CHCO-TV have teamed up to bring you the “Christmas in Charlotte County 2025 Guide” — your one-stop list […]
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