The Chronicle Herald and its predecessor newspapers have been telling Nova Scotians’ stories since 1824. In words, pictures and cartoons, we’ve told the stories and we’ve reflected the sentiment that flowed from the triumphs, conflicts, celebrations and tragedies that are part of life’s inevitability.

This book, in words, pictures and cartoons, captures some of the rich moments of the last year or so. Political triumphs and embarrassments. Sports, both good and not so good. Official responses that seemed inadequate in the wake of enormous tragedies. And good lives lost.