December 20, 2016
Halifax Magazine: How sweet it is: Halifax’s chocolatiers
Cocoa and Honey Heather Oliveira started Cocoa and Honey in 2011. At that time, she…
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Advocate Media and its various publications have gathered, from across Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, a collection of stories that capture the true spirit of the season. We hope these stories will remind us all of the real reason we gather each year to wish for peace and goodwill among peoples everywhere. Thank you for visiting.
December 20, 2016
East Coast Living: Prep your home for party season
The East Coast is known for its kitchen parties, but with the holidays on the…
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December 20, 2016
East Coast Living: Winter cocktails add warmth to your holiday
Recipes Featured In This Article Maple Manhattan A Canadian take on a classic cocktail.... Nutellaiti…
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December 20, 2016
Halifax Magazine: The more things change: a letter from December 1867
A Christmas letter I discovered during one of my enjoyable visits to the archives illustrates…
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December 20, 2016
Halifax Magazine: Hannah Mae Cruddas grows up with Clara
Hannah Mae Cruddas remembers the symphony, and the puppets, and the dancing.She was five or…
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December 20, 2016
Enfield Weekly Press: Packing boxes for Caring & Sharing
Little Tyler Munroe of Blenan was a big help to the Caring & Sharing Angel…
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December 20, 2016
Enfield Weekly Press: Community Christmas Concert
Cole Nason was looking adorable in his vest and tie as he sang on stage…
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December 20, 2016
Enfield Weekly Press: In the giving spirit
ELMSDALE: Christmas will be a little more joyous for children in need in the Milford,…
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December 20, 2016
Enfield Weekly Press: Student steps up to give back
KENNETCOOK: While the work-to-rule job action is happening with teachers, many parents have been focusing…
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December 20, 2016
The Laker: Christmas on the Waverley Green
Santa and Mrs. Claus hitched a ride with Station 41 Waverley fire to arrive in…
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December 20, 2016
The Laker: Helping others have a Merry Christmas
Cole Fisher of Fall River (right) and Jackson McNeil of Waverley stand beside 68 of…
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December 20, 2016
The Laker: Lockview Band performs seasonal favourites
Riley Pilapil sang during Lockview High School’s Band holiday concert filled with sounds of the…
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December 19, 2016
The Pictou Advocate: Library makes handmade card making easy
It’s a common sign of the holidays when well wishes and happy greetings from close…
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December 19, 2016
At Home on the North Shore: Caldera for Christmas
When Tracy and Jarret Stuart explored locations for their new life adventure, a hilltop farm…
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December 18, 2016
Hub Now: Angels Remembered
The Christmas season often reminds many people that someone special is missing. It is during…
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December 18, 2016
Hub Now: Tree competition
Truro Mall is looking a little more festive these days. Seven decorated Christmas trees are…
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December 18, 2016
Hub Now: Shoe box School
Women living in shelters and transition houses across Northern Nova Scotia will have something special…
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December 18, 2016
The Tatamagouche Light: Shine bright
Josey Forbes’ face beamed when she saw cat decorations covering one of the trees. At…
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December 18, 2016
The Tatamagouche Light: Community helping community
Close to 50 families will be celebrating this season thanks to the help of others.…
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December 18, 2016
The Tatamagouche Light: Dinner, anyone?
People and their stories – that’s what keeps Don Wilson returning to help organize the…
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December 18, 2016
The Port Hawkesbury Reporter: Retired teachers has his faith in former student repaid
PETER’S: It was a favour repaid for a former student and teacher. In 1991, St.…
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December 18, 2016
The Port Hawkesbury Reporter: Holiday welcome for newcomers
The Walkins family, including parents Brett and Kerry and kids Halle and Nolan recently came…
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December 18, 2016
The Port Hawkesbury Reporter: ‘Compassionate Friends’ offer healing over the holidays
MABOU: Those dealing with the loss of a child will find themselves among friends this…
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December 18, 2016
The Pictou Advocate: Accomplish the remarkable by doing something ordinary
In this, the season of giving, many are wondering what they can do to help…
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December 18, 2016
The Pictou Advocate: Enjoy environmentally friendly, nice looking and smelling natural Christmas trees
Over the last 20 years, there has been an increased interest and effort in “being…
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