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PHOTOS: Nine Mile River Fire hosts open house for the community
NINE MILE RIVER: A steady stream of residents with children stopped by Nine Mile Fire Department on a beautiful Saturday morning. The department held their annual Open House as part…
N.B man dies in rollover that closed Hwy 118 for several hours
FALL RIVER: A 21-year-old New Brunswick man is dead following a single-vehicle rollover near Spriggs Lake on Highway 118 on Friday afternoon. Police say that at approximately 3:10 p.m., RCMP,…
From the Cruiser – Oct. 8, 2025
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, Officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 112 calls for service. The following are some tidbits from the week as provided…
Residents hear about plans for RCMP community office in Fall River
FALL RIVER: A new RCMP community policing office is coming to Fall River. It’s a move that both police and local leaders say will improve visibility, strengthen relationships, and help…
New Human Rights Commission chair named
HALIFAX: Lawyer and social worker Shawna Paris, KC (King’s counsel), has been appointed Chair of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission. “I want to welcome Ms. Paris to this important…
Shubenacadie man faces impaired driving charges following MVC
SHUBENACADIE: A 56-year-old man is facing impaired driving charges following a single vehicle collision near Shubenacadie. Sgt. Scott MacRae said that police, EHS, and local volunteer fire departments responded to…
Flu, COVID-19 vaccine appointments now available to book
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians can now book appointments for the COVID-19 and influenza vaccines. These safe, effective and free vaccines are recommended for everyone aged six months and older. “Vaccination against…
Colchester County man arrested after barricading himself in Truro Heights home
COLCHESTER COUNTY: A 32-year-old man wanted for failure to comply with conditions issued by the courts was arrested after barricading himself inside a home in Truro Heights for more than…
Traffic delays expected Friday morning in Fall River
FALL RIVER: Motorists are being advised of roadwork scheduled to take place on Friday morning on Hwy 2. HRM says work will occur on Hwy 2 between Fall River Road…