N.S. sets sights on fixed election dates
HALIFAX: Voters will soon have certainty on the timing of future provincial elections. Legislation introduced October 13, will, for the first time in Nova Scotia, establish fixed dates for provincial…
Throne speech focuses on “Solutions for a Healthy N.S.”
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia will move forward with solutions that work for Nova Scotians, addressing the problems within the healthcare system and embracing what is possible for the province’s economy and…
COVID-19: 99 new cases reported over Thanksgiving weekend; 130 recoveries
HALIFAX: Over the past four days, since Oct. 8, N.S. has had 99 new cases of COVID-19 and 130 recoveries, the province reported in its release on Oct. 12. Twenty-seven…
Milford Fire among Emergency Service Provider funding recipients
MILFORD: A local fire department will be able to improve its capability in protecting the community it serves better after being among the volunteer fire departments and ground, search and…
Resident credited with getting crosswalk flags installed near school
FLETCHERS LAKE: A local resident is being applauded and credited with ensuring the safety of children in the Holland Road area. Councillor Cathy Deagle Gammon said resident Mike Tamblyn had…
From the Cruiser – Sept. 28 – Oct. 5
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: East Hants RCMP responded to 100 calls for service between Sept. 28 and Oct. 5 In his weekly From the Cruiser police briefs, S/Sgt. Cory…
Province says business as usual for Fall River Childcare Centre
FALL RIVER: The Minister for the department of Education and Early Childhood Development says it’s status quo for Fall River Childcare Centre, despite online posts to the contrary that the…
COVID-19: 25 new cases, 38 recoveries reported Oct. 8
HALIFAX: The province is reporting 25 new cases of COVID-19 and 38 recoveries on Oct. 8. There are 17 cases in Central Zone, four cases in Eastern Zone, three cases…
COVID-19: 30 new cases reported Oct. 7; 36 recoveries
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is reporting 30 new cases of COVID-19 and 36 recoveries. There are 26 cases in Central Zone, two cases in Western Zone and two cases Eastern Zone.…
N.S. Health to require Proof of Vaccination for support people/family caregivers
HALIFAX: In keeping with the provincial government’s September 29 announcement that proof of vaccination will be required for designated caregivers and visitors of residents in long-term care facilities, Nova Scotia…