Jean Laroche
@nsnewsh0und.bsky.social
Retired after almost 40 years chasing news. Equal parts passionate, despondent about politics today and the state of our democracy. Like Bruce Cockburn, I believe you've "got to kick at the darkness 'til it bleeds daylight."
Hub Grub in Truro has the best burgers and fries in NS! If you haven’t tried it yet, you should. Your tummy will thank you. That is all.
November 15, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Hub Grub in Truro has the best burgers and fries in NS! If you haven’t tried it yet, you should. Your tummy will thank you. That is all.
@clairecameron.bsky.social
“Devoured” your book this weekend after the conversation we had in Halifax on Friday afternoon. Great read! I’ll be sending a copy to my brother in Quebec who is also wrestling with cancer. Loved your final thoughts on living and love.
“Devoured” your book this weekend after the conversation we had in Halifax on Friday afternoon. Great read! I’ll be sending a copy to my brother in Quebec who is also wrestling with cancer. Loved your final thoughts on living and love.
November 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
@clairecameron.bsky.social
“Devoured” your book this weekend after the conversation we had in Halifax on Friday afternoon. Great read! I’ll be sending a copy to my brother in Quebec who is also wrestling with cancer. Loved your final thoughts on living and love.
“Devoured” your book this weekend after the conversation we had in Halifax on Friday afternoon. Great read! I’ll be sending a copy to my brother in Quebec who is also wrestling with cancer. Loved your final thoughts on living and love.
Former reporters (except Jennifer Henderson who’s still at it) gather at Province House to help celebrate the storied career of CP reporter Keith Doucette. It’s his last legislative sitting. Retirement awaits at the end of the month. Welcome to the club mon ami.
October 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Former reporters (except Jennifer Henderson who’s still at it) gather at Province House to help celebrate the storied career of CP reporter Keith Doucette. It’s his last legislative sitting. Retirement awaits at the end of the month. Welcome to the club mon ami.
Humbled to be awarded a lifetime achievement award from @rtdna.bsky.social Glad to share the spotlight with my former CBC colleagues showing off the haul from CBC in NB, PEI and NS.
September 26, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Humbled to be awarded a lifetime achievement award from @rtdna.bsky.social Glad to share the spotlight with my former CBC colleagues showing off the haul from CBC in NB, PEI and NS.
I'll be moderating a panel on aging and ageism on October 6th at the Halifax Central Library. I hope you can join me and a very knowledgeable group of women. Here are the details.
September 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
I'll be moderating a panel on aging and ageism on October 6th at the Halifax Central Library. I hope you can join me and a very knowledgeable group of women. Here are the details.
Well done Darty. Well done.
September 22, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Well done Darty. Well done.
Film-maker Reid Davenport has delivered an important and thought provoking examination of Canada’s medical assistance in dying law. Must view for anyone seeking or in public office, as well as anyone who develops policy.
September 14, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Film-maker Reid Davenport has delivered an important and thought provoking examination of Canada’s medical assistance in dying law. Must view for anyone seeking or in public office, as well as anyone who develops policy.
Cape Breton celebrity sighting at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Star struck!
September 12, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Cape Breton celebrity sighting at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Star struck!
Just saw this wonderful film at the Atlantic film fest. Well written, superbly acted piece of cinema with a lot to say about love and the power of writing. Highly recommend it.
September 12, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Just saw this wonderful film at the Atlantic film fest. Well written, superbly acted piece of cinema with a lot to say about love and the power of writing. Highly recommend it.
Happy 34th Anniversaire to this lovely human. Travel companion, hiking buddy and amazing partner in crime. I can’t imagine anyone putting up with me as long as you have.
September 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Happy 34th Anniversaire to this lovely human. Travel companion, hiking buddy and amazing partner in crime. I can’t imagine anyone putting up with me as long as you have.
Not so much breathtaking but I’m partial to small town elevators and the love this towns and villages have for them. This one is in a Saskatchewan town of 120.
August 14, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Not so much breathtaking but I’m partial to small town elevators and the love this towns and villages have for them. This one is in a Saskatchewan town of 120.
Not sure why but I’ve always been fascinated by this elevator and always hoped I’d see it first hand.
July 22, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Not sure why but I’ve always been fascinated by this elevator and always hoped I’d see it first hand.
Vacationing in Canada and lovin’ it. Tonight it’s Algonquin Park for a third night. Tomorrow we stay at a campground on Lake Superior.
July 17, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Vacationing in Canada and lovin’ it. Tonight it’s Algonquin Park for a third night. Tomorrow we stay at a campground on Lake Superior.
A very Nova Scotia outdoor summer scene. Fog and drizzle with your festival - why not.
June 29, 2025 at 9:52 PM
A very Nova Scotia outdoor summer scene. Fog and drizzle with your festival - why not.
Forgot the image D'OH.
November 17, 2024 at 2:09 PM
Forgot the image D'OH.