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History of Hopewell

History of Hopewell

The History of Hopewell, details some of the people from Hopewell who helped shape the community, and the people who continue to make the community what it is. It features many residents, including those who left to seek fortune and the ones who stayed to contribute to the growth of the community. Together it helps paints a vivid picture of the community’s history, filled with anecdotes and memories shared by the residents of Hopewell.

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Blanchard Road, Pictou County

Blanchard Road

Blanchard Road is located south of Blue Mountain. It is named after Colonel Blanchard of Truro cut the road through Blanchard area to gain access to some of his land.

Pictou Island History

Pictou Island History

Pictou Island is an island community located in the Northumberland Strait about 7.5 km from the main land. The island has a long and rich history, and the Pictou Island book skillfully intertwines the island’s past and present, providing readers with a captivating glimpse into how it has evolved over the past few hundred years.

The Pictou Island book is available to read online for free …

History of Riverton

History of Riverton

This 7 page article (no author mentioned) provides a brief historical overview of the settlement of Riverton, that was originally known as Fishpools, and how it evolved into a thriving community. It explores how the early settlers who lived along the East River, tracing back to the arrival of the Ship Hector in 1773. 

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Avondale and its People (Parts 1 & 2)

Avondale and its People

Avondale and its People provides a historic look into the lives of many early settlers who came to live in Avondale and its surrounding areas (Piedmont, Merigomish, Baileys Brook, Kenzieville etc.) capturing the essence of the area’s history, while offering a glimpse into the rich heritage of the region, spanning from family histories, agricultural practices, to the impacts that technology and transportation had on the community over the years.

This is available to read online for free …

Fisher's Grant 24 - Pictou County

Fisher’s Grant 24

Fisher’s Grant 24 is a residential Indian Reserve administered by Pictou Landing First Nation. It is located between Boat Harbour, and the Northumberland Strait. The initial Reserve was created around 1866. In 1960 several smaller Reserves were amalgamated all into one, creating Fisher’s Grant 24.

Boat Harbour West 37

Boat Harbour West 37

Fishers Grant Pictou County

Fisher’s Grant 24G

Fisher’s Grant 24G is a small resource based Indian Reserve administered by Pictou Landing First Nation. It is located along the south east side of Boat Harbour.
The Reserve was created in 1927 with the approval of Order in Council document.