From the Cruiser – Jan. 16, 2026
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 144 calls for service. The following are some of the highlighted calls as provided…
A PSA from Halifax Water on preparing for cold temperatures
NOVA SCOTIA: As a precaution, Halifax Water would like to remind customers that freezing temperatures can cause issues with internal plumbing and the privately-owned section of the water service lateral;…
MacLean powers offence, McLauchlan solid between pipes in Jr C Pens victory
LANTZ: A three goal third period broke open a close game as the East Hants Ryson Cionstruction Penguins skated to a 6-2 home ice victory on Saturday night. The N.S.…
Tougher penalties to combat illegal fisheries activities
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is cracking down on illegal fisheries activities with new, tougher penalties to protect the province’s seafood industry and economy. Thirty-one new summary offences with higher fine amounts…
Four arrested in HRM by RCMP for impaired driving
HRM: Four men, including one from Waverley, were arrested over a few days by Halifax RCMP for impaired driving. On January 19, at approximately 5:50 p.m., RCMP officers responded to…
Red Tape Awareness Week focus on making life easier for Canadians: CFIB
HALIFAX: The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s Red Tape Awareness WeekTM is back from January 26 to January 30 for its 17th year. This year’s focus will be on…
New skills program to help veterans build construction careers
NOVA SCOTIA: The province is helping Canadian Armed Forces veterans, reservists and their family members transition to construction careers. The assistance is through the new Skills Bridge initiative that will…
Senior Penguins take home-and-home set over Pipers in NSSHL play
PICTOU COUNTY: The East Hants Sr. Penguins improved their win total to 12 with a pair of victories over the Pictou County Pipers. The two Nova Scotia Senior Hockey League…
Delivering value for Nova Scotians focus of 2026-2027 revenue requirement application
HALIFAX: Continuing work to make Nova Scotia’s electricity system more reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective is the focus of the province’s independent energy system operator in its 2026-2027 revenue requirement application.…
N.S. launches HomeShare Program under human rights remedy
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians with disabilities will soon have more choices for supported living in community with the launch of the new HomeShare program, a commitment under the Nova Scotia Human…