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Stitching White Point back together

Many things were lost during the fire at White Point Beach Resort, but among them was a very treasured and unique item. The White Point quilt hung in the main lodge for over 20 years, depicting scenes from around the resort area. However like the resort itself, the quilt too shall rise again.

Tourism in images

Nick Moase Photo The stones from the original fireplace at White Point Beach resort were handed out during the...
Doug Smith photo The yurt at Eel Weir, about eight kilometers along the Peskowesk ski trail, had a wood frame. The...
Aethne Hinchliffe photo Elizabeth Brown is the managing director and curator of the Rossignol Cultural Centre. She is...
Irene Zaari and her husband, who just goes by Zaari, stand in front of their newly opened...
Tourism numbers are down about 15 per cent for the Region of Queens. Much of the problem comes...

Other news

A Beatle on the Mersey?

July 9, 2009 - 7 h 01

Sir Paul McCartney of Beatles and Wings fame has been invited to set aside his bass for a ukulele jam on the banks of the Mersey River in Liverpool.

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General fun during Privateer Days

July 8, 2009 - 6 h 55

The following are scenes from just some of the various Privateer Days events and activities.

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General fun during Privateer Days

July 8, 2009 - 6 h 54

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A time for history at Privateer Days Encampment

July 7, 2009 - 12 h 21

The Kings Orange Rangers Privateer Days Grand Time Line Encampment was the largest 18th and 19th century re-enactment camp west of Halifax, according to Lt. Charles Norman. Over 100 re-enactors and 61 tents were set up at Fort Point in Liverpool....

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Privateer Days Encampment and Battle - Part 2

July 7, 2009 - 12 h 20

The following photographs were taken by Paul McGrath and show scenes from both the encampment and the skirmish.

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Kings Orange Rangers turn back Americans during Privateer Days

July 7, 2009 - 11 h 13

The Privateer Days re-enactment of the American invasion and subsequent successful defense of Liverpool July 5 at Fort Point Lighthouse Park was held with the historic Grand Time Line Encampment as a background.

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There's nothing like a (Privateer Days) parade

July 6, 2009 - 12 h 58

Rainy weather surrounded Queens County during Privateer Days July 2-5 but generally left the historic festival alone, much to the delight of the crowds. The festival also celebrated Liverpool Township's 250th birthday. More photographs will be...

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There's nothing like a (Privateer Days) parade

July 6, 2009 - 12 h 56

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There's nothing like a (Privateer Days) parade

July 6, 2009 - 12 h 55

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A little bargaining chip for AbitibiBowater

April 3, 2009 - 10 h 27

AbitibiBowater Inc. has actually gained a little financial leverage to continue talking with lenders over restructuring its huge debt.

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