Back to school means time to slow down: RCMP
EAST HANTS: With students back in school, East Hants RCMP are reminding drivers to slow down and pay attention when travelling through school zones. S/Sgt. Michael Balmaceda said drop-off and…
Independent review to assess tying Nova Scotia Power’s earnings to performance
HALIFAX: The province is considering a new regulatory model for Nova Scotia Power to help improve affordability, reliability and accountability in Nova Scotia’s electricity system. Legislation introduced today, September 9,…
Province introduces legislation to reduce red tape, improve service
HALIFAX: Legislation introduced September 8, will reduce red tape and improve service for citizens and businesses by clarifying responsibilities, updating outdated provisions and reducing complexity. The Service Efficiency Act makes…
Fall River-area couple warns travellers after discovering tracking device on their vehicle
FALL RIVER: A Fall River-area couple is warning other travellers to be aware of their surroundings and their vehicles after discovering an unknown tracking device attached to their vehicle during…
UDS Home & School to host inaugural Harvest Market
MOUNT UNIACKE: The Uniacke District School (UDS) Home & School Association is inviting residents to shop local and support students at its inaugural UDS Home & School Harvest Market this…
N.S. Power launches Community Energy Fund in partnership with organizations
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia Power today announced the launch of its new Community Energy Fund, a $500,000 initiative aimed at helping customers with their power bills. The program will be delivered…
Province says changes to labour code will strengthen protections for workers
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia has introduced legislation to strengthen protections for workers and put more money in their pockets. Amendments to the Labour Standards Code tabled September 8, will: – reduce…
Renovations underway at Elmsdale Sobeys
ELMSDALE: Customers at Sobeys in Elmsdale are seeing renovation work underway inside the store, with changes taking place in one department as well as the former Chill Street space. The…
Province house bans rescinded
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Danielle Barkhouse, Speaker of the House of Assembly. Since the spring sitting of the legislature, I have been speaking with constituents and interested…
Happy Labour Day!
ENFIELD: The Laker News takes time today to recognize the contributions of all our hard workers across our communities we cover in East Hants, Sackville, Beaver Bank, Fall River and…