Sunday Morning Coffee

Sunday mornings I usually take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. I thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, that you enjoy with your Sunday Morning Coffee as well.

Bridgewater’s much-anticipated public transit system hits the road – Nova Scotia – CBC News

This is just great! Much needed public transportation in a small town and lots of people taking advantage of this new service already…I am so impressed! A wonderful option for many and goes a long way to making Bridgewater more marketable as a place to live. Love it!

The Town of Bridgewater’s new bus has been picking up passengers for just three weeks, but there’s already hope that the long-awaited transit system could change the small South Shore community for the better.The single bus system launched Sept. 25, thanks partly to Halifax Regional Municipality’s donation of two Metro X buses it no longer used.In the first two weeks, about 1,250 riders used the service, according to Bridgewater Mayor David Mitchell.

Source: Bridgewater’s much-anticipated public transit system hits the road – Nova Scotia – CBC News

LighthouseNow: Family business ripe for success

Terra Betta is such a remarkable success story, starting with processing cranberries to sell at local farm markets to now selling 5 millions pounds all around the world! With a commitment to Atlantic Candadian fruit and products they have built an amazing business using what we have here. I love it!


Photo by Gayle Wilson

David and his wife Evelyn have run Terra Beata Cranberry Farm on Heckman’s Island ever since they bought a 30-acre parcel of land across from their home at an auction in the late 1990s. Their four children – John, Rebecca, Ben and Ella – were each recruited into operations as soon as they became old enough to help out in the bogs. Together, they have grown the fledgling operation, which started as a sideline business with two acres of raw cranberries destined for farmers’ markets. Terra Beata is now a

Source: LighthouseNow: Family business ripe for success

You Could Work Here!

Recreation Program Coordinator- The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg – Bridgewater, NS

This is a great position for the right person. Involved in all aspects of programming, hiring and support of the many programs offered here through the Municipality.

The Program Coordinator plans, implements and manages recreational programming and events within the District of Lunenburg. The Program Coordinator will partner and cooperate with community organizations and other municipal units to maximize recreational opportunities within the District of Lunenburg.

Source: Recreation Program Coordinator job – The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg – Bridgewater, NS | Indeed.com

You Could Live Here!

284 Main Street, Mahone Bay Nova Scotia

What a sweet little home right on Main Street in Mahone Bay. Walking distance to The Barn, Suttles and Seawinds and Mateus Bistro…what’s not to love about this! Did I mention it’s listed for $199 900? 😉

Perfect family home in Mahone Bay. This traditional cape features 3 bedrooms, an open main level, a covered back porch and 1 1/2 baths. The home is within easy walking distance to all that Mahone Bay offers. It backs onto the Trans Canada Trail which is great for walking or biking. Mahone Bay is one of the most picturesque seaside towns in Nova Scotia and just one hour away from Halifax.

Source: 284 Main Street, Mahone Bay Nova Scotia Property Details

This property is listed with Martin Dowse of Remax South Shore Realty.

Thank you for joining me for a Sunday Morning Coffee. Enjoy the day!

About Jennifer

Jennifer Naugler is the owner of Simple Local Life Media. When she's not working, she enjoys cooking, gardening, visiting farm markets and thrift stores and spending time with her family. Coffee is life.