Groundhog Day cancelled due to blowing snow forecast
SHUBENACADIE: The annual Feb. 2 Groundhog Day event at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park is cancelled due to the forecast for blowing snow. The blowing snow could create unsafe driving conditions for…
N.S. Quality of Life survey launching in February
EAST HANTS: The Nova Scotia Quality of Life Survey is launching on February 23. It is a groundbreaking opportunity to help improve quality of life in your community. Every household…
From the Cruiser – Jan. 20, 2026
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 72 calls for service. The following is highlighted calls and information from the Jan.…
Enfield man charged with break-and-enter
ELMSDALE: A 37-year-old Enfield man has been charged with break-and-enter after an incident in the community. East Hants RCMP Sgt. Scott MacRae said RCMP responded to a report of a…
Shubenacadie Sam set to make annual prediction on Monday
SHUBENACADIE: Nova Scotia’s famous groundhog, Shubenacadie Sam, is ready to make the annual Groundhog Day prediction on Monday, February 2, at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park. Nova Scotians are invited to attend…
Trivia night supporting local food banks on Feb. 3
ENFIELD: The ninth annual Susie McDonell Memorial trivia night is fast approaching. The fundraiser, in support of local food banks across East Hants, is being put on by the East…
Dal Tigers women’s basketball announces commitment of East Hants’ Maggie Robson
SHUBENACADIE: A women’s basketball player from the Shubenacadie area is going to be donning the colours of the Dalhousie Tigers in September. The Atlantic University Sport team announced over the…
“Our people are hurting, and we want answers”; Sipekne’katik Chief Glasgow issues statement
Sipekne’katik First Nation extends condolences, calls for urgent dialogue on policing in First Nations communities SIPEKNE’KATIK FIRST NATION: Within one week, two Mi’kmaw men have been shot and killed by…
Gilby set to participate in World Series of Asphalt at New Smyrna next month
ENFIELD: Gage Gilby is going to get his 2026 race season started a bit early, beginning next month. Gilby and his no. 25G Gilby Motorsports race team will be partaking…
Atlantic Chiefs call for urgent meeting with federal partners following community deaths
MILLBROOK/SIPEKNE’KATIK: Chiefs from across the Atlantic and Gaspé regions convened an emergency virtual All Chiefs meeting Jan. 21 to address serious concerns following two recent deaths in the communities of…