COVID-19: One death, seven new cases, five recoveries on Aug. 25
HALIFAX: The province announced that a man in his 60's who lived in the Western Zone has died as a result of COVID-19 on Aug. 25.
"On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I extend...
N.S. Budget: Building Nova Scotia, Faster sees supports for Central Nova Scotia
From a press release:
EAST HANTS/FALL RIVER: Income tax fairness, a universal lunch program for children in public schools, more resources for healthcare and more support for Nova Scotians to meet their needs are key...
Snowbirds flyover impresses crowd in Elmsdale, Shubenacadie
ELMSDALE: It was very evident what the visit from the Canadian Forces Snowbirds meant to many as COVID19 along with the events of the past couple of weeks put a damper on the mood...
Streatch to seek long-term sustainability for WJCC
WINDSOR JUNCTION: Steve Streatch said he will work with the volunteer board of the Windsor Junction Community Centre (WJCC) to ensure it remains safe and secure.
The councillor was responding to a question from The...
Extension for water project possible, says Samson
FALL RIVER: An extension of up to a year to the initial March 31, 2018 deadline for the Fall River water project is possible, says the MP for Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook.
In an interview with The Laker...
VIDEO/PHOTOS: Volunteers help SWEPS clean up Black’s Brook
FALL RIVER: The Shubenacdie Watershed and Environmental Protection Society (SWEPS) held a cleanup of a waterway next to Lockview High in Fall River last month.
More than 25 volunteers joined others from the community to...
From the NSSPCA: Tips to keep your pet safe during Hurricane Dorian
DARTMOUTH: As Hurricane Dorian moves toward Nova Scotia for Sept. 7-8, it’s important to prep and protect your pet 🐾 ▪️Always bring pets indoors at the first sign or warning of a storm. ...
N.S. AG: Strong leadership, commitment from community required to keep school violence in check
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia's Auditor General said it will take strong leadership and community commitment to ensure safe learning environments in Nova Scotia schools after years of pervasive school violence in a new report.
To get...
Crosswalk flags installed in community of Waverley
WAVERLEY: Three sections of Rocky Lake Drive in Waverley had crosswalk flags installed last month in partnership between Norm Collins of Crosswalk Safety and local community groups.
The flags were installed on March 3 at...
SHeidi, Scotia among names chosen in RCMP’s Name the Foal contest
ENFIELD: An Enfield youngsters winning name is among the nine chosen from across Canada during the RCMP’s Name the Foal contest entry.
This year, the contest took on added significance, with many families staying home...