From the Cruiser – Aug 5, 2025
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 117 calls for service. The following is some of the highlights as provided by…
PHOTOS: Food trucks and a show and shine at Scotia Speedworld
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: To kick off Summer Clash 250 weekend, Scotia Speedworld held its annual food truck rally and show and shine. Here are some photos from the fun event that…
Pen pal exchange sees clients at CCOA, Scotland group writing each other
ENFIELD: Friendship has no borders, and clients at two organizations in Scotland and Hants County are learning that firsthand. The clients at Edge Group Scotland in Musselburgh, Scotland, and those…
Police nab driver for stunting going 181 km/h on Hwy 102
MILFORD: The pocketbook for an East Hants driver is about $2,500 less as of Aug. 2. Sgt. Scott MacRae with East Hants RCMP said police stopped a driver going almost…
Province announces ban of all fireworks during burn ban
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is banning all use of fireworks even if they are professional and have the appropriate approvals. The news of the ban was announced late on Wednesday night…
Hit and run suspect identified thanks to tips from community: police
ELMSDALE: A 23-year-old Nine Mile River man has been identified as the person of interest in a hit-and-run in Elmsdale. The person’s photo and a little writeup appeared in the…
Food Truck rally, show and shine kick starts SummerClash250 weekend
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: Foodies get your appetite ready. The annual Food Truck Rally, including a car show & shine, is set to kick off the 2025 Summer Clash, presented by Atlantic…
Big medal haul for Braveheart Special Olympic athletes at provincial summer games
LOWER SACKVILLE: It was a big medal haul for the Special Olympics athletes from Sackville-Bedford Bravehearts at the provincial summer games. The games took place July 24-27 in Antigonish at…
Council tables motion to discuss relocation of Shubenacadie cenotaph
SHUBENACADIE: Four community residents of the Shubenacadie area spoke at Municipality of East Hants municipal council regarding the relocation of the cenotaph. The residents who spoke were Carolyn Nelson; Michelle…
No Laker News email newsletter on Monday Aug. 4
Heads up: Because of the Natal day holiday on Monday, there will be no daily newsletter published on August 4. We hope you all enjoy some time with family this…