Nova Scotians are reminded to set their clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 14, when daylight saving time comes into effect at 2 AM, or before going to bed Saturday evening.

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Our 'Welcome to Annapolis Digby' immigration portal is now available to preview!

The site contains all the basic info required by those looking to immigrate to our region, and will continue to evolve as we move closer to our official launch later in the month.   But the highlight of the portal has to be our new videos. 

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Folks in Lawrencetown will gather at the local firehall en masse on March 15 to watch CBC's Hockeyville Top 12 Show.  Everyone is invited to come out and cheer on the only local contender in the competition — bring your camp chair and favourite treats, or grab a hotdog at the canteen ... doors open at 8:00 PM sharp!

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The Nature Conservancy of Canada is in the planning stages of developing an informal trail network on its 1200 acre property located at the south end of Brier Island.  The organization is holding an Open House on March 8 in Westport, and is looking for feedback on the proposed trail.

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Having solid market knowledge and a 'go to market' plan can make a world of difference when it comes the success of new high-tech products in the marketplace.  For an existing company, a market plan will help guide the employees and management in the execution of the company's growth plans bringing focus to the company's operations and the team's activities.

How to Develop a Winning Market Strategy For Breakthrough Innovations will help you and your company do just that.  With an actual value of $695*, you can take advantage of this opportunity for only $50 + HST!  Participants will enjoy a comprehensive two-day seminar taking place at ABCC in Cornwallis on March 22 and 23.  An added bonus: The first 10 registrants will receive free overnight accommodations!

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Students and staff will enjoy tasty, healthy menu items, made with such in-season, locally grown produce with the help of a new school resource:  Strive for Five at School! A Guide to Promoting Fruit and Vegetables, was launched on March 10 at Lawrencetown Education Centre and Lawrencetown Consolidated School in Annapolis County. Community partners and students got to try a few of the Strive for Five at School! recipes, prepared by the students and school cafeteria staff.

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