Federal investment will assist with Springfield Rec Centre upgrades
MIDDLE SACKVILLE: Upgrades are coming to the Springfield Lake Recreation Centre that will improve it and make it safer for all users. At the Rec Centre off Lakeview Avenue in…
Halifax District RCMP looking to identify motorcycle riders
LOWER SACKVILLE: Halifax District RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying 5 people involved in a dangerous driving incident. On Oct. 27 at approximately 7:30 p.m., Halifax District…
GPV boys nab provincial cross country banner; LHS intermediate girls second
MAIN PHOTO: The GPV Vipers girls claimed third place at provincials. (Submitted photo) FALL RIVER: The Lockview High intermediate girls cross country team narrowly missed out on a provincial title,…
Food Bank survey shows usage increase; Feed N.S. continues advocacy for policy-based change
FALL RIVER: As the number of people visiting food banks rises, Nova Scotians are recognizing that charity isn’t the long-term fix. “Nova Scotians need more income to meet their basic…
MEH council exploring possible changes to district boundaries
EAST HANTS: Population growth, especially in the Corridor area of the Municipality of East Hants is making councillors look at significant changes to the current district boundaries. At a recent…
PHOTOS: Sun shines on Crafts in the Park
FALL RIVER: The nice October weather shone brightly on Fall River and a yearly community event held showcasing local artisans. Crafts in the Park was held Oct. 22 at Jamieson…
From the Cruiser – Oct. 18-24
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week October 18 – October 24 (Tuesday to Monday) the East Hants RCMP responded to 111 calls for service. Here are a…
Langille leads Sea Hawks women’s soccer to weekend wins
ST. JOHN’S, NL: A Windsor Junction soccer player helped lead her AUS women’s soccer team to victory in a recent home game. Claire Langille scored her second tally of the…
The inside story of Halifax’s Public Gardens
By The Laker News HALIFAX: The Halifax Public Gardens are the oldest and finest Victorian public gardens outside the United Kingdom. But they were devastated by Hurricane Juan, and more…
Dartmouth man faces impaired driving charges
MILFORD: A 26-year-old Dartmouth man is facing charges of impaired driving after being stopped near Milford on Oct. 22. East Hants RCMP Sgt. Martin Roy said police received a report…