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Arlene Benham

2016

Three shades of ‘green’ running for mayor on Grand Manan

The similarity of candidates' names in Grand Manan's mayoral race has led, inevitably, to comments about "shades of green" and reminders to voters to read their ballots carefully.

2016

Report on air ambulance crash issued by transportation board

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has issued a report on its investigation into the August 16, 2014, air ambulance crash on Grand Manan.

2016

Roadkill removal policy eyed after deer hit

At the Grand Manan's village council’s meeting on January 4, the main subject of discussion was the removal and disposal of road-killed animals. Councillor Kirk Cheney summed up a story that became a hot topic on island social media.

2015

Island schools facing shakeup

A possible restructuring of the White Head Elementary School (WHES) may have negligible impact on the students and families involved, according to Principal Sally Cogswell.

2015

Lighthouses linked through ham radio

Grand Manan's Swallowtail Lighthouse was a focal point for some conversations spanning the globe on August 15 and 16, as three amateur radio operators set up shop to participate in the International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend (ILLW).

2015

Teen driver’s sentencing ‘a cautionary tale’

A year after a car crash killed one Grand Manan teen and injured four others, the driver of the vehicle was sentenced on July 15 in a case both Judge Henrik Tonning and defence lawyer David Lutz hope will provide a warning to others.

2015

Traveller brings message to island

A man with a message is walking around the Maritimes this summer, towing a cart decked with flags and exchanging inspiration with all he meets. In late June Mikael Champagne reached Grand Manan.