"Pause Before You Post"

St. Stephen High School taking a different approach to bullying.

This week is the launch  of "Pause Before You Post", a campaign designed by Jostens to bring awareness of the dangers in cyberbullying.

They want to encourage students to "pause" before posting pictures, videos, or comments on social media sites like Facebook, or texting others.

Photo by SSHS student Blair Hamilton.

RCMP Release Name of Man Who Drowned

The name of a man who died over the weekend in a boating incident has been released.

Police believe 45-year-old Norman Parker from Back Bay was with his 10-year-old son Saturday afternoon, when the engine in their boat suffered problems in Blacks Harbour.

The pair were forced to abandon their boat, but only the boy was able to make it to shore.

Parker's body was found later by local fishermen.

An autopsy was done yesterday, confirming he died from drowning.

St. Stephen Goes Country!

The Border Town was a Country Town this weekend.

Canadian Country Music Stars Aaron Pritchett and Chris Cummings, with special guest host Mike Biggar performing at the St. Stephen Middle School Saturday night.
A great turn-out from the community to hear some of their favorite chart-toppers.

For more pictures, check out The Tide's Facebook Page.

Christmas Parade Success in Cold Weather

Santa Claus drew a good crowd over the weekend.

Friday evening, The St. Stephen Christmas Parade took place, bringing many onlookers to the streets in minus 3 degree weather.

However, the chilly temperature didn't put a damper on the celebration.

Following the parade, Town Square was packed with people for the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.