CJLS (Yarmouth, NS)

CJLS-FM is a radio station located in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, broadcasting at 95.5 FM. It operates under the brand name Y95 and features an adult contemporary music format. Owned by Acadia Broadcasting Limited, CJLS-FM is recognized as one of the pioneering radio stations in the Maritime provinces.

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Cape Breton Eagles name Jason Clarke as Head Coach

3 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

The Cape Breton Eagles have found a new coach. Jason Clarke takes the role after Louis Robitaille announced he was stepping down after the season. The 52-year-old from Carleton Place, Ontario signed a three-year contract. He previously coached in the AHL as an assistant and has some Q coaching experience. But most of his coaching career has been with his hometown Canadians in the CCHL. He is the 11th head coach in team history.
CIB gives $97 million loan to Wedgeport Wind project

3 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

A major loan for the Wedgeport Wind project. The Canada Infrastructure Bank is giving $97 million to Elemental Energy toward the development of 12 wind turbines. Managing director of investments for the CIB Sashen Guneratna says they’ve been working in Nova Scotia for a few years. “When we look at making investments, we look at projects that can help improve the electricity sector and add capacity, while also reducing emissions. We’re very excited about this project,” said Guneratna.
Shelburne County Lobster Festival on until Sunday

3 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

We’re in the middle of Shelburne County’s Lobster Festival. For nearly 40 years, the celebration takes place to mark the end of the fall lobster fishery. The main event goes tonight with the Great Lobsterman Challenge at the Sandy Wickens Arena in Barrington. That’s where several lobster fishers compete in a series of competitions. Tyler Snow is the defending champion and will be back to defend his title.
Yarmouth County gets purple benches dedicated to domestic violence victims

3 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

The province and three municipal units helped out with the project. Sharon LeBlanc shared a speech that was read at her sister Janice Penney Clements funeral years ago. “It saddens me to read these words and still be echoing the same sentiments after all this time. Hopefully these benches will provide someone a place of refuge for those who are struggling,” said LeBlanc.
Yarmouth athletes do well at Taekwondo worlds in Ontario

4 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

A world gold medal for a Yarmouth man in Taekwondo. Last week, we told you about Larry Buchanan, who was set to compete in the Over 50 division at the ICTF Open World Championship tournament in Woodbridge, Ontario. He took top spot in patterns, and got a silver in sparring in his first world appearance. Buchanan says it was emotional. “I called my family and I was in tears, because I finally achieved one of my goals, to win gold in patterns.
Wedgeport Legion to host D-Day ceremony

4 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

A ceremony to honour a pivotal moment in the Second World War. The Wedgeport Legion will mark the 81st anniversary of D-Day this Friday. D-Day saw over 14,000 Canadian soldiers storm Normandy Beach in France, hundreds were killed or captured. Andre Boudreau with the legion says the day needs recognition. “For me it brings the whole aspect of the Second World War together. The Italian campaign started a year before, so it ties everything together. It was an important day,” said Boudreau.
Muise, Smith chosen as Yarmouth’s top volunteers

6 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

Two from Yarmouth are heading to the province’s volunteer reception later this year. Kerry Muise was chosen as the Municipality of the District of Yarmouth’s top volunteer. Muise has volunteered countless hours into the Yarmouth Rotary Club, served as president of the Yarmouth and Area Chamber of Commerce and has played a major role in fundraising for the Mariners Centre expansion. She says she’s just one of many. “All the volunteers behind Meals on Wheels, we have 30 of them.
Organizers say Y-Con 2025 best attended ever

6 days ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

It was the best Y-Con yet. Yarmouth’s annual gaming and comic book convention took over Mariners Centre on the weekend. Gaming coordinator Matthew Hiltz says the turnout was fantastic. “We had 30 percent more vendors, and it was reflected in our ticket sales, which were up 20 percent. We’re growing at a steady rate, and we can add more events every year,” said Hiltz. The weekend featured video and board game tournaments, a Cosplay contest and dozens of vendors.
Tax rates hold in Municipality of Digby

1 week ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

Tax rates are staying put in the Municipality of Digby. The residential rate remains at $1.30 per $100 of assessment, while the commercial rate stays at $1.85. The rates have been the same for 19 years. Council approved a $12.8 million operational budget. Some of the highlights include improvements to the airport property and municipal office, investments in the Digby Industrial Park and more.
Dark Sky T’Railway to help connect businesses in Tri-Counties

1 week ago | cjls.com | Kevin Northup

Over 200 kilometres of trail through the Tri-Counties has a new name. The former rail line is called the Dark Sky T’Railway. The is through the Western Regional Enterprise Network’s ‘Get Side-Tracked’ program. They say the name comes from community input and a nod to the region’s stunning night skies. The trail connects Smith’s Cove in Digby County to Barrington, and is for off-road vehicle users. The WREN says they are putting up signage to promote businesses, rest stops, art installations and more.