Posts by Sam Gillett

Halifax Wanderers: A day at the grounds

By Sam Gillett | October 7, 2019 |

In this image: Fans watch from the sidelines with blue-coloured gear.

When the final whistle blew, the score was 0-0. Even still, Saturday afternoon at the Wanderers’ stadium was anything but dull.

Atlantic Fashion Week: shots from the runway

By Sam Gillett | October 1, 2019 |

In this image: Three models model the runway in black and red.

Atlantic Fashion Week celebrated its 13th season this September. Several local fashion designers showcased new looks on the runway.

Who the heck was Joseph Howe?

By Sam Gillett | September 21, 2019 |

In this image: The statue of Joseph Howe on Hollis Street.

The name Joseph Howe appears in many places around Halifax. The man behind the name left quite a legacy in Nova Scotian journalism, politics and history.

Weekend recap: soccer action

By Sam Gillett | September 18, 2019 |

In this image: A girl kicks a soccer ball with the audience in the background.

The Dalhousie University Tigers soccer teams kicked off their home season this weekend at Wickwire Field with back to back games.

Introducing the Halifax Wanderers 

By Sam Gillett | September 6, 2019 |

In this image: The crowd cheers for the Halifax Wanderers team at a game.

There’s a new game in town. Once you’re settled in that fresh apartment or residence building, it might be hard to miss the sea of blue shirts,  coloured  smoke and bagpipes marching over to the Wanderers Grounds,  wedged between the Citadel and Public Gardens. What’s the commotion? Pro soccer.   While students have been on summer break,  the  Halifax…

Wearing the maple leaf

By Sam Gillett | April 9, 2019 |