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Calling All Tennis Fans
November 21, 2011
Tennis anyone….? The Highland Tennis Association has been diligently working over the past two years to grow the sport of tennis in Pictou County.  <more>

May your Holidays be Bright - LED Light Exchange Program Returns
November 9, 2011
Looking for a way to save money this holiday season? Nova Scotia Power has teamed up with Efficiency Nova Scotia to bring the annual LED Holiday Light Exchange program to the Town of Pictou Christmas Light Up event again this year.  <more>

Become Involved, Recreation Matters
November 7, 2011
Are you looking for something new to get involved with to make a difference in your community? The Town of Pictou is looking.. <more>

Government Offers Deal on Crown Land
October 21, 2011
The Town of Pictou will purchase two parcels of surplus Crown land from the provincial government for one dollar each.  <more>

Working Together to Out Run Cancer
September 18, 2011
"It was a journey that Canadians never forgot". The heroic Canadian is not longer with us, but his legacy continues. <more>

Natal Day Celebrations in Pictou
July 22, 2011
Pictou Recreation and Parks will be hosting a Natal Day party at the Hector Quay Visitors Marina on August 1^st from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend.  <more>   

Outdoor Summer Concert Series at Hector Quay Marina
July 8, 2011
The Hector Quay Visitors Marina will be hosting the annual Summer Musical Showcase throughout July and August on the Pictou waterfront. <more>

Rick Hansen Relay Returns to Pictou After 25 Years
June 13, 2011
This year marks the anniversary of the Man in Motion World Tour which came through the Town of Pictou 25 years ago. Again, Pictou will be on the Relay route on September 21st.  <more>

Cruise Ship Will Make Maiden Call To the Port of Pictou
April 19, 2011
Saga Shipping Company will visit the Port of Pictou with its vessel Saga Pearl II in September 2012. The announcement was made by Sage Shipping Company Ltd. last week.  <more>

Celebrate the Passion, Action and Impact of Volunteers
March 25, 2011
One of the most remarkable aspects of Canadian life is the extent to which we reach beyond our families and friends to contribute to others and our communities..... <more>

FCM's Green Municipal Fund supports feasibility study of water treatment infrastructure upgrades in the Town of Pictou
March 17, 2011 
Hans Cunningham, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and director of the Regional District of Central Kootenay, B.C., and the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, today announced a Green Municipal Fund™ (GMF) grant for the Town of Pictou. <more>

Tennis Association Announces Massive One Day Vote Effort on March 10th
As announced earlier, Highland Tennis Association is one of a number of community projects vying for a $100,000 cash prize from Pepsi Canada. <more>

Active Pictou County Announces New Coordinator
March 1, 2011
Do you know how much physical activity you need each day to stay heatlth? Rae Gunn does. Ms. Gunn is the new coordinator for the inter-sectorial group Active Pictou County. <more>

Put Aquafitness on your Winter Keep-fit List
February 28, 2011
Duck in out of the cold and keep fit at the Pictou pool with some innovative ways to keep fit this winter. Consider a full body workout with Aquafitness or Arthritis Water Exercises... <more>

Take the Roof Off Winter at the Carnival
February 4, 2011
Don't miss the exciting lineup of activities which have been planned for the Pictou Winter Carnival taking place on February 11-13, 2011. <more>

New Joint Funding Partnership Announced with deCoste
January 24, 2011
A new joint funding partnership between the deCoste Entertainment Centre Society, Town of Pictou and the Municipality of Pictou County has been made official this week.  <more>

The Shiretown Shines over the Holidays
December 14, 2010
The chill in the air did not stop Pictou residents from coming out and celebrating the Holiday season in downtown Pictou during the Christmas Light Up event on December 3^rd.  <more>

Annual Light Up Marks the Beginning of the Christmas Season in Pictou
November 23, 2010
If you don't have the Holiday spirit yet, Pictou will get you there in a hurry, bundle up and mark December 3rd on your calendar.  The Town of Pictou officially marks the beginning of the 2010 Christmas season with the annual Christmas Light-up beginning at 6:00pm. <more>

Sale of Ship Hector Moving Forward
November 16, 2010
The ownership and operation of the Ship Hector and Hector Heritage Quay has changed hands... <more>

Look What's Happening at Broidy Park
May 21, 2010
Pictou Recreation, Tourism and Culture along with community volunteers are coordinating new and exciting changes to Broidy Park. <MORE>

Pictou Rallies to Welcome the Marathon of Respect and Equality
May 3, 2010
Henderson Paris began the Run Against Racism two decades ago as a way to promote equality in the county. This coming week, the new Marathon of Respect and Equality will take place on Thursday, May 6th with a rally beginning at 8:30am at Market Square on Water Street in Pictou. <MORE>

Lobster Tales
February 23, 2010
The Pictou Lobster Carnival Committee announces its Entertainment lineup for July 09-11 2010. <MORE>

Take the Roof Off Winter at the Carnival
February 5, 2010
The Town of Pictou will warm up to winter during their annual Winter Carnival February 12-13, 2010.  Bust out of hibernation and "Take the Roof Off Winter"! <MORE>

CBC's Land and Sea Features Local Lobster Hatchery
January 25, 2010
Pictou NS - The Lobster Stock Enhancment Research Project, a division of the Northumberland Fisheries Museum and Heritage Association, will be featured as aprt of an upcoming Land & Sea episode, slated to air on Sunday, January 31st at 12:00pm on CBC Television. <MORE>

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