Brenna Kennedy commits to SMU women’s soccer Huskies
FLETCHERS LAKE: A Fletchers Lake women’s soccer player will be playing the sport she loves a little closer to home this coming Atlantic University Sport soccer season. Brenna Kennedy has…
Man charged with assaulting police officer, resisting arrest after youths seriously injured in hit-and-run
FALL RIVER: Two youths were seriously injured after being hit by a driver in Fall River on Friday night. RCMP said that officers from the Lower Sackville detachment, along with…
New Long-Term care home opens early in Bedford
BEDFORD: Seniors now have more access to long-term care with 144 new, modern single rooms opening early at Moody Hall in Bedford. Originally slated to open this summer, the first…
AI-powered security pilot to launch at Colchester East Hants Health Centre emergency department
From a release HALIFAX: Nova Scotia Health is launching a new security pilot project at Colchester East Hants Health Centre (CEHHC) in Truro, aimed at enhancing safety for patients, visitors…
Fletchers Lake woman sentenced in case of permitting rabbits to be in distress
FLETCHERS LAKE: A 46-year-old Fletchers Lake woman is not permitted to own any new animals for the next six years. Karie Pye was sentenced recently, the N.S. SPCA said in…
Fall River players excited to be named to U-13, U-15 Lacrosse N.S. teams for nationals
Story by NSCC Journalism student Paige Dillman, who is interning with The Laker News WINDSOR JUNCTION: Four Lacrosse players from the Fall River area are excited to represent their province…
Francis, Moore appreciative to be selected as Lieutenant Governor Education Medal winners
FALL RIVER: Two Lockview High students have been recognized for their dedication to school and community involvement with the Lieutenant Governors Education Medal. Dallas Francis and Danielle Moore, both from…
4-H Club members give back to Hardwood Lands community
Story by NSCC Journalism intern Paige Dillman HARDWOOD LANDS: The Hardwood Lands 4-H Club gave back to their community on May 25 by cleaning the Community Centre and the church.…
Street upgrades coming to Wellington area
WELLINGTON: Residents in Wellington are being advised of several street upgrades that are planned for the 2025 construction season in the community. The lists and info had been posted on…
Grant, MacKenzie help push Canada to bronze at ICF Sprint World Cup
SZEGED, HUNGARY: A Canadian foursome is bringing home bronze from an international competition last week. The Canoe-Kayak Canada team of SDophia Jensen, Zoe Wojtyk, Wellington’s Jacy Grant and Sloan MacKenzie…