Reminder: Pat’s vacation starts tomorrow; no Laker Newsletter April 16-20
ENFIELD: One last PSA and heads up that beginning April 16-20 there will be no Laker Newsletter as Pat will be out of province enjoying a much deserved break from…
MCANS disappointed with Minister’s approval of Eigg Mountain wind project
NOVA SCOTIA: It was with profound sadness and disappointment that the Moose Conservation Association of Nova Scotia received notification of Nova Scotia Environment Minister Tim Halman’s shortsighted acceptance of the…
RCMP in N.B. issue warning about fraudulent letters delivered by mail
NEW BRUNSWICK: RCMP in New Brunswick are sharing a public advisory about fraudulent letters being delivered by mail. As such and even though we’re in N.S., it may be good…
Community input sought in East Hants Community Plan update
EAST HANTS: It’s time for an update tot he East Hants Community Plan, and you’re feedback is being sought by the Municipality of East Hants. The East Hants Official Community…
NSAR announces new president and board
DARTMOUTH: The new President and Board of Directors for the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®(NSAR) were recently sworn in at the Association’s 26th Annual General Meeting. New President, Sandi Carroll,…
Eigg Mountain wind energy project approved
ANTIGONISH: The Eigg Mountain wind energy project in Antigonish County received its environmental assessment approval on April 9. Construction of the wind farm, which will include 22 turbines, is expected…
Statement from Natural Resources Minister on industrial approval of Touquoy Mine
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Natural Resources Minister Kim Masland. “On April 10 industrial approval was granted for new work at the Touquoy gold mine site in Moose…
RCMP charge woman with impaired driving in Enfield after report to police
ENFIELD: An alert citizen spotted what they thought was an impaired driver last week and notified RCMP. A/Sgt. Evan Collier with East Hants RCMP said the call of a possible…
Approval issued for new work at Touquoy Mine site in Moose River
MOOSE RIVER: Atlantic Mining Nova Scotia received an industrial approval April 10, to process stockpiled ore at the Touquoy gold mine in Moose River, Halifax County. There are about three…
Long-term care talks at impasse as strike looms, CUPE local president says
ENFIELD: Sitting down at Aroma Maya Coffee & Donuts in Enfield, Wendy Jarema didn’t mince words about the state of negotiations between long-term care workers and the provincial government. The…