REC girls capture regional hoops banner
MILFORD: The Riverside Education Centre girls basketball team has won the Northumberland Jr. High/middle school regional banner. The team was led by several players on the court in the 50-32…
Easter Seals N.S. issues statement over provincial budget funding cuts
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Easter Seals Nova Scotia. “Easter Seals Nova Scotia was recently notified of a 12.45% cut to our core funding, representing more than $100,000.00,…
Liberals table Trade Infrastructure Act to unlock economic growth
HALIFAX: Recognizing that infrastructure is the foundation of a strong economy, House Leader Derek Mombourquette will introduce the Nova Scotia Trade Infrastructure Act to ensure our province has the tools…
Autism Nova Scotia addresses provincial budget impact on programs and staffing
HALIFAX: Provincial budget cuts will result in Autism Nova Scotia needing to eliminate or scale back programs supporting Autistic Nova Scotians. While the full scope of changes is being finalized,…
Thunder, Jr C Pens set to renew acquaintances in round two playoff series
LANTZ: The East Hants Ryson Construction Penguins and Eastern Shore Thunder are set to renew old acquaintances as the two squads square off in round two. East Hants, led by…
Lantz man facing charges of assault with a weapon, robbery, uttering threats
ELMSDALE: A 36-year-old Lantz man is facing a slew of charges after being found stuck in a house under construction. Const. Kevin MacDermid, with East Hants RCMP, said that police…
NS NDP: Houston government cuts harm Nova Scotia families
HALIFAX: On Wednesday, Official Opposition Leader Claudia Chender, caregivers and advocates called on the Houston government to reverse their harmful cuts to Nova Scotians who look after their loved ones.…
Province announces eligibility for Order of Nova Scotia expands
HALIFAX: More people are now eligible to be nominated for the prestigious Order of Nova Scotia, and the maximum number of appointments each year has increased. New regulations broaden eligibility…
Gilby set to take green flag in “Hunt for the Bear” at Alabama 200
ENFIELD: A young race car driver from East Hants will again be hitting the track south of the border. This Saturday night at the Alabama 200, Gage Gilby will take…
Jr B Pens, Lumberjacks renew rivalry in NSJHL quarterfinal series; Game 2 in Lantz Friday
LANTZ: The quarterfinal series schedule for the East Hants Bitar’s Ristorante Penguins and South Shore Lumberjacks is out. Game one in the best-of-seven series took place March 1 in Lunenburg…