By Savayda Jarone, Herbalist
Elevate these precious summer days by treating yourself to special beverages that capture the freshness of local herbs and fruit. Enjoy the fresh flavors of summer in the form of smoothies, iced teas, and cocktails or mocktails if you prefer alcohol-free. By adding herbs, you increase the nutritional profile and flavor of your drinks. Here are some of my favorite recipes for memorable herb-inspired drinks for special occasions, weekend gatherings with friends, or simply sipping during a quiet moment on the patio.
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News from Nova Scotia Health
Did you know? The Eastern Shore Musquodoboit Community Health Board (ESMCHB) works on health promotion initiatives based on input from the community. Every five years, we engage with the community to discuss what makes a community healthy. In 2016, the last time we did a full engagement, we were told that mental health, access to health information and services, wellness & prevention, and rural inequities were the top issues impacting the health of our communities.
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On Tuesday, July 18, the East Preston Ratepayers Community Development Association sponsored a standing-room-only candidate forum at the East Preston Community Centre. The Association’s Christina Parker moderated the forum.
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Edmonds did not become a candidate until after the August issue of the Cooperator had gone to the printers. We regret that we were unable to arrange for an interview. However, Edmonds did run as a Green Party candidate in 2019, so we are lnking to that 2019 profile. The principles of the Green Party have not changed since 2019.
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By David Shuman
Carlo Simmons told the Cooperator that he was initially skeptical when asked to run by Keith Colwell, the former Liberal MLA who represented the riding for around two decades. But after talking things over with his wife Loretta, he decided it was time to give back to his community.
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By David Shuman
Twila Grosse has been tackling tough issues throughout her 35 years working in business planning and budgeting at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
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By David Shuman
Colter Simmonds says he wasn’t ready the last time he campaigned to represent Preston. This time around, he says he found his calling.
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Bobby Taylor did not respond to our requests for an interview before this issue of the Cooperator went to press. We hope to arrange full interview with him shortly, which we will post here.
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By David Shuman
As fires burned and smoke billowed across the province, the tragedy that took Clive and Kim Jones’ home in 2008 came rushing back to them.
Fifteen years after the Porters Lake/Mineville fire, Clive and his wife Kim are offering their support to victims of the wildfires. He says they are now linked by something few can wish to imagine.
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By Richard Bell
Residents along the Causeway in Three Fathom Harbour are raising questions about their recent discovery that the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture has issued a “special experimental licence” for a clam project literally in their backyards.
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