The Sunday to Monday storm forecast seems to be on repeat with another storm headed our way.

Visit Lunenburg REMO - Regional Emergency Management Organization for updates for Lunenburg County. 107.9 Go Rock is the official radio station for REMO: tune in for updates.
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Please share where friends, family, and neighbours can find the most up-to-date information.
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​It looks like we may see more snow beginning Sunday and continuing into Monday. Our Town’s Public Works team has been working hard all week clearing snow and making room for what’s ahead. As always, this is a gentle reminder to be prepared for changing winter conditions, take your time, and stay safe.
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The Town of Mahone Bay is proud to support the incredible non-profit organizations and societies that help make our community such a vibrant place to live.

​Through our Grants to Organizations Policy, the Town considers, within its financial capacity, grant support for programs, services, and activities that enhance the quality of life for Mahone Bay residents. This support recognizes the vital role our community partners play in the wellbeing and growth of Mahone Bay.

As Mahone Bay Town Council prepares to begin its annual budget deliberations, Council will also review applications for grants under this policy. Funding opportunities include:

• Program and Events Grants
• Operational Grants
• Capital Grants

The application deadline is March 31, 2026.

All applications must include the organization’s current fiscal year budget and financial statements from the previous fiscal year.

To learn more about eligibility, requirements, and how to apply, please review the Grants to Organizations Policy on the Bylaws + Policies page of the Town of Mahone Bay website.
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Mahone Bay Council by-election to be held on Saturday, February 14.

Ed Halverson introduces the five candidates running for two seats on Town Council in the latest South Shore Bulletin.

You will also have an opportunity to hear directly from the five candidates at the Candidates Forum hosted by Mahone Bay Tourism and Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the Mahone Bay Centre gym.
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When we vote, we shape our shared future. Democracy works best when everyone participates. Get informed. Go vote!
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​Something for the calendar on this wintry day!
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Our next Council Café is on Thursday February 12 from 11am - 12 noon with Mayor Suzanne Lohnes-Croft and Councillor Penny Carver. Schedule your "coffee break" with us and pop in to Town Hall to catch up on news and chat about what matters most to you.
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1:07pm  RESTORED!

​1:00pm  Power estimated to be back on in 20 minutes.

We are aware of a power outage in the Western grid and there are several roads affected. We will provide an update with timing for getting back online as soon as we know anything.

Town Hall will delay opening until 10am today Tuesday January 27, 2026. Staff will work from home where possible until then,

Due to the continuing winter storm, Town Hall will remain closed today, January 26, 2026.

​Staff will be working from home where possible.

​We understand that many residents have had questions about recent recycling and sorting changes. We appreciate your patience as we adapt to these changes together.

The good news is that Nova Scotia’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for packaging and paper products means more items can go into your blue bag, including some plastics and packaging that were not accepted before.

Under EPR, the cost of recycling is shifted from municipalities to the companies that produce packaging. This helps create a more efficient recycling system and supports waste reduction across the province.

To help make these changes easier, here are some simple and helpful tools:

Updated Sorting Guide
Visit the Region 6 Solid Waste Management website for the most up-to-date sorting information: http://www.region6swm.ca

Recycling App
Download the Region 6 NS Recycles app on the App Store or Google Play (search: R6RECYCLES).
The app lets you: check your garbage and recycling schedule; receive collection reminders; and find sorting information anytime

Divert NS sorting Wizard
Not sure where an item goes? Use the Divert NS online “Wizard.”
Simply type in the item name and it will tell you how to recycle or dispose of it: https://divertns.ca/sorting-guides/lunenburg
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By using these tools, we can all work together to adapt to the new system and be more environmentally responsible as a community. Thank you for doing your part.
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Join Mahone Bay Tourism and the Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, February 4 at 7:00pm at the Mahone Bay Centre gym for a special election candidates forum.

​Hear directly from the five candidates running for the two open Town of Mahone Bay councillor seats.

Questions can be submitted in advance to [email protected], and there will be time for questions from the audience.
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