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…
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…
N.S. NDP: PC government isn’t fixing women’s healthcare, it’s cutting it
LOWER SACKVILLE: On Monday, NDP Leader Claudia Chender and women advocating for better health care called on the Houston government to immediately create a provincial women’s health strategy so that…
East Hants RCMP seeking info on whereabouts of Ryan Alexander Cole
ENFIELD: East Hants RCMP is seeking information on the whereabouts of Ryan Alexander Cole. Cole is currently wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant. The 36-year-old man, from Kentville, is facing…
Bridge pedestrian access concerns raised in Elmsdale
ELMSDALE: Concerns about winter maintenance and pedestrian safety on the Highway 214 overpass crossing Highway 102 have prompted discussion between residents and the Municipality of East Hants. The bridge, which…
New legislation strengthens fire protection across Nova Scotia
EAST HANTS: Nova Scotia has introduced the Support for Fire Protection Services Act on February 23, to strengthen fire services across the province. Under the new act, the Minister of…
From the Cruiser – Feb. 25, 2026
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 105 calls for service. The following are some of the highlighted calls as provided…
Municipality posts sign indicating air-horn like noisemakers not allowed at Sportsplex
LANTZ: If you’re attending upcoming events like hockey games at the East Hants Sportsplex in Lantz, a new sign has popped up telling attendees of a new rule. The sign…
Lawrence House Museum among those being closed by province as part of cuts
MAITLAND: The Lawrence House Museum in Maitland is one of 12 that are set to be closed as part of cuts by the province. The East Hants Historical Society said…
Budget 2026-27: Central Nova Scotia investments
HALIFAX: In this year’s budget, Nova Scotia is forging a path toward powering its future, building stronger, healthier communities and ensuring the Province’s fiscal sustainability. Finance and Treasury Board Minister…