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High-Risk Sex Offender Notification: George Durling
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- Published: Wednesday, 10 September 2025 16:17
September 10 , 2025
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
News Release
In accordance with the Nova Scotia Release of High-Risk Offender Information Protocol, the New Glasgow Regional Police is advising the public that a High-Risk Sex Offender is residing in the Marsh Street area of New Glasgow.
George Durling, 57-year-old male is a federal offender and has been released after serving a two-year sentence for convictions of:
- Distribution of Child Pornography
- Print/Publish Child Pornography (x3)
- Failure to Comply with Probation Order (x2)
- Harassing Communication and Indecent Communication
George Durling was known to text and call random phone numbers with sexually explicit content.
These offences occurred in the Truro and Maitland Nova Scotia area. He has previously been sentenced to:
- Three years of probation related to a sexual assault in Manitoba (1992)
- Eighteen months of probation for an assault in Truro (2019)
- One year of probation for an indecent act in Truro (2022)
Geroge Durling is on conditions to restrict him from being around children under 16 years of age. He must not attend a public park or public swimming area where persons under the age of 16 years are present or can reasonably be expected to be present, or a daycare centre, schoolground, playground or community centre. He cannot seek, obtain or continue any employment, whether or not the employment is remunerated, or become or be a volunteer in a capacity, that involves being in a position of trust or authority towards persons under the age of 16 years and he cannot have any contact — including communicating by any means — with a person who is under the age of 16 years, unless the offender does so under the supervision of a person whom the court considers appropriate.
This High-Risk Offender Information is provided to alert members of the public of his presence in our community and is not intended to encourage any form of vigilante activity or other unreasonable conduct.
New Glasgow Regional Police will continue to monitor the situation and will be completing regular compliance checks. Police also encourages the public to report any suspicious activity by calling 902-752-1941. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.
Photo of Geroge Durling enclosed. Police remind the public that the photograph of the person taken at the time may not accurately represent their current appearance.
NG 150 International Town Criers Competition Brings Global Tradition to downtown New Glasgow
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- Published: Wednesday, 10 September 2025 10:17
Media Release
NG 150 International Town Criers Competition Brings Global Tradition to downtown New Glasgow
New Glasgow, September 9, 2025:
The Town of New Glasgow is proud to announce the New Glasgow 150 International Town Criers Competition will be hosted in Downtown New Glasgow from September 18 - 21, 2025 as part of the town’s 150th Anniversary celebrations. This event will welcome town criers and their consorts from across Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States, filling Downtown New Glasgow with history, celebration and pageantry.
The competition schedule includes:
- Home Cry - Friday, September 19 at 1:00 p.m. at Carmichael Park
- Open Cry - Saturday, September 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the New Glasgow Farmers Market
- New Glasgow 150 Theme Cry - Saturday, September 20 at 2:00 p.m. at Carmichael Park
Throughout the event, criers will showcase their skills through traditional proclamations, heritage-themed cries, and celebratory performances, with judging based on voice, clarity, and showmanship.
“Hosting the New Glasgow 150 International Town Criers Competition right here in our community is a truly exciting way to celebrate our milestone anniversary,” said Nancy Dicks, Mayor of New Glasgow and Co-Chair of the New Glasgow 150 Committee. “This event will honour a changing tradition while showcasing our town and region to visitors from across Canada and abroad. We look forward to welcoming this diverse and eclectic group of criers and their consorts as they bring their uplifting energy and talent to our town.”
Jim Stewart, New Glasgow’s Town Crier, added, “Town criers are keepers of history, heritage, and voice. This competition is an opportunity to not only showcase our craft but also to bring communities together in the spirit of celebration. We’re thrilled to share this tradition with New Glasgow during such a historic year and to show the breadth and versatility of today’s town criers. I am honoured to showcase my hometown, our County and Nova Scotia to my colleagues.”
The competition is expected to draw local audiences and tourists, creating a festive downtown atmosphere that complements New Glasgow’s year-long anniversary celebrations. Also in attendance will be an international film crew from New York City who are working on a film about the contemporary town crier.
The Town of New Glasgow thanks all sponsors, volunteers, New Glasgow 150 Committee members and community partners who are helping to bring this world-class event to life.
Media Contact:
Emma Proudfoot
Marketing & Communications Specialist
Town of New Glasgow
(902)759-9782
Viola’s Way Placemaking Project Celebrates Funding in New Glasgow
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- Published: Thursday, 28 August 2025 09:10
News Release
For Immediate Release
New Glasgow, August 28, 2025:
The Town of New Glasgow and the New Glasgow GALMA Society are thrilled to celebrate the successful funding announcement and groundbreaking of the Viola’s Way Placemaking Project. The event, held today adjacent to the former Roseland Theatre, marks a significant milestone in creating a welcoming, inclusive, pedestrian-only space dedicated to reflection, celebration, education, and reconciliation.
Viola’s Way will honour the enduring legacy of African Nova Scotian changemakers, including its namesake, Viola Desmond, and reflects a strong collaborative investment from the Government of Canada, Province of Nova Scotia and the Town of New Glasgow, demonstrating a shared commitment to cultural recognition, inclusion, and community development.
Funding contributions include $1,000,000 from African Nova Scotia Affairs, Province of Nova Scotia, $390,000 (non-repayable) from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), $342,700 from the Town of New Glasgow and $315,875 from the Building Communities Through Arts & Heritage program of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
The New Glasgow GALMA Society, serving as the Community-Led Advisory Group for Viola’s Way, is a grassroots organization rooted in African ancestral values. Grounded by the principles of Kwanzaa and Africentricity, “GALMA will centre the historical and lived experiences of African Nova Scotians and all people of African descent in all initiatives we undertake”.
“Canada’s diversity and heritage reflect the values and stories that make our country unique and strong,” said the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. “Through this project, New Glasgow celebrates a milestone anniversary while reflecting on the significant contributions that African Nova Scotians have made to this community. I know Viola's Way will be a gathering space where the legacy of local leaders and trailblazers will inspire generations to come.”
Mayor Nancy Dicks also shared her support and gratitude at the ceremony."Viola’s Way will be so much more than bricks and pathways, it will be a space to reflect, to celebrate, to honour legacy, and to promote learning and healing. It represents a bold and beautiful step forward for our community, and I’m so proud to see this vision coming to life."
Twila Grosse, Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs, added “Viola Desmond’s courage in 1946 changed not only this community but Canada itself. Through this investment, our government is reaffirming its commitment to keeping African Nova Scotian history visible and central to Nova Scotia’s story.”
The Honourable Sean Fraser, P.C., K.C., Member of Parliament for Central Nova, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, shared his support. “Viola’s Way is a powerful tribute that reminds us of Viola Desmond’s courage. Her stand at the Roseland Theatre was a turning point in Nova Scotia’s journey toward justice, inclusivity, and equality. As a trailblazer in Nova Scotia’s civil rights movement, Viola’s legacy continues to inspire the resilience of our province. I’m proud to see this project take shape in our community, and proud to support initiatives like this that help build local economies where everyone can contribute to and strengthen the communities we call home.”
The Town of New Glasgow and the GALMA Society thanks all partners, supporters, and community members for joining this important celebration and look forward to seeing Viola’s Way become a vibrant space that reflects the heritage, history and voices of the community.
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Media Contact:
Emma Proudfoot
Marketing & Communications Specialist
Town of New Glasgow
(902)759-9782
New Glasgow Drone Show
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- Published: Tuesday, 12 August 2025 11:13
New Glasgow, NS - The Town of New Glasgow and the New Glasgow 150 Anniversary Celebrations Committee are thrilled to announce the premiere of their first-ever Drone Show, a highlight event of the 150th anniversary festivities. The event will take place on Saturday, August 31, 2025, with a rain date set for Sunday, September 1, 2025.
Produced by North Star Drone Show, renowned nationally for its spectacular and highquality presentations, this groundbreaking show promises to be a memorable experience for residents and visitors alike.
The evening’s festivities will kick off at 7:00 p.m. with live music performed by Reckless at Glasgow Square. The highly anticipated drone show will follow at 9:00 p.m., lighting up the sky over the Amasipukwejk (pronounced Ah-mah-see-boog-whesk). The Glasgow Square parking lot and Rotary Park will serve as the official viewing area for attendees.
As the first drone show in Pictou County, a large turnout is expected. Event organizers advise that significant pedestrian and vehicle traffic may occur in the downtown and riverfront areas before, during, and after the show. The timing of the event over a
Importantly, the show does not include any form of pyrotechnics and fully complies with all provincial regulations currently in place to mitigate wildfire risks. While Rotary Park is open during provincial restrictions, the Samson Trail surrounding Rotary Park will stay closed until further notice.
“We are excited to welcome the community and visitors to this free, landmark event as part of our 150th anniversary celebrations,” said Mayor Nancy Dicks. “The drone show offers a safe and inclusive way for everyone to come together and celebrate this important milestone as we wrap on what has truly been an event packed summer.”
The Town of New Glasgow thanks everyone for their cooperation and ongoing support in making the 150th anniversary a truly unforgettable celebration.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, August 31, 2025 (Rain date: September 1)
Time: 7:00 p.m. – Live Music at Glasgow Square
Time: 9:00 p.m. – Drone Show over Amasipukwejk
All are invited to join in this historic milestone event as New Glasgow celebrates 150 years of community. heritage, and progress.
Welcoming the Lulan Home
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- Published: Tuesday, 12 August 2025 11:09
New Glasgow, NS, August 12, 2025 - The Town of New Glasgow will proudly welcome home the historic horse-drawn steam engine fire truck, the Lulan, with a special ceremony and presentation at Station 33, New Glasgow Fire Department.
The Lulan, purchased by the Town of New Glasgow in 1877, has a storied history of service. Following two historic fires in the town, the Lulan became a vital part of the community’s firefighting efforts. In 1917, the Lulan was sent to Halifax to assist after the Halifax Explosion, accompanied by a full complement of firefighters, nurses, and doctors. Its final run was on July 23, 1918, before it was eventually returned to Halifax for restoration and display in 2018 as part of a shared history between New Glasgow and Nova Scotia’s capital city.
Named in honour of Pictou Landing First Nation Chief James Lulan, who lived to the age of 97, the Lulan is a treasured artifact of both New Glasgow’s heritage and Nova Scotia’s firefighting history.
“We are delighted to have the Lulan back in New Glasgow as part of our Town’s 150th anniversary celebrations,” says Mayor Nancy Dicks. “It is a rich part of our story and symbolic of the character, leadership and dedication of the people of New Glasgow and area to want to support and help others in a time of need. This community mindedness, caring and generosity still exists today. That the Lulan is named in recognition of a Mi’kmaq Chief from Pictou Landing First Nation, also gives it a place of great prominence and significant in our region’s and province’s history.”
“The Lulan is part of our history,” added New Glasgow Fire Chief Ross White. “It’s an honour to welcome it home."
Event Details;
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Station 33, New Glasgow Fire Department Page
The Town of New Glasgow thanks its presenting sponsors- Trinity Energy Group, Twin Rivers Home Builders, and I. Matheson & Co. Ltd- for their generous support of the 150th anniversary celebrations.
Everyone is welcome to attend this special New Glasgow 150 Anniversary celebration!