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…
Recreation Nova Scotia issues statement on provincial support cuts
HALIFAX: The following is a statement issued by Recreation Nova Scotia. “In what has been a difficult week for Recreation Nova Scotia, the recreation sector, and many others focused on…
Provincial reductions harmful, appear targeted says Assembly of N.S. Mi’kmaw Chiefs
From a release: MI’KMA’KI: This week, Premier Tim Houston and his government announced substantial cutbacks across Provincial spending. In that, 21 different Mi’kmaw-specific programs were targeted and cut. “The Nova…
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…
Local film, global impact: Scale of Change fly fishing film festival hits Halifax
HALIFAX: The Nova Scotia Salmon Association (NSSA) is proud to announce the Halifax stop of the Scale of Change Film Tour, a high-octane evening dedicated to the soul of fly…
Province invests $1 Million in AI traffic signal pilot for HRM
HALIFAX: The Province of Nova Scotia has earmarked $1 million in its latest budget to introduce adaptive, AI-powered traffic signals in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), with the Macdonald Bridge…
Shubenacadie man charged after vehicle he was driving crashed fleeing from police
LANTZ: A 33-year-old man from Shubenacadie is facing several charges, including flight from police, after an incident over last weekend. Cpl. Kevin MacDermid, with East Hants RCMP, told The Laker…
Nova Scotians deserve answers about PC government gutting jobs, services: NDP
HALIFAX: On Wednesday morning, following a budget that stripped services, programs and jobs across the province, New Democrats will force the PC government to explain their decisions that are hurting…
Shoulder to Shoulder rally will be held March 3 in Halifax at N.S. Legislature
HALIFAX: On Tuesday, March 3 at 12 p.m., a coalition of more than 60 Mi’kmaw and settler groups from communities throughout Nova Scotia are gathering at the N.S. Legislature to…
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…