From the Cruiser – May 5, 2026
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 128 calls for service. The following is some of the highlighted responses as provided…
“It’s a really big honor.” HERH students receive Lt. Governor’s Education Medal
MILFORD: Two Grade 11 students at Hants East Rural High (HERH) School are being recognized for their academic achievements and community involvement after receiving the Lieutenant Governor’s Education Medal during…
Emergency preparedness award nominations now open, province says
HALIFAX: The Department of Emergency Management is launching its first awards program to recognize people who are significantly enhancing emergency preparedness, response and recovery across Nova Scotia. “Nova Scotians never…
Youth dies in collision; young driver, second youth sent to hospital with injuries
MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR: A youth has died in an early morning collision in Musquodoboit Harbour, RCMP say. Police said that at approximately 3:37 a.m., RCMP, EHS and fire services responded to…
Statement from Minister Adams on long-term care labour negotiations
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care. On Thursday, May 7, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) asked the employers and…
N.S. NDP: Houston government must deliver fair deal for long-term care workers
HALIFAX: Official Opposition Leader Claudia Chender with NSNDP Seniors and Long Term Care Critic Rod Wilson urged the Houston government to immediately return to the bargaining table, and support striking…
Most Canadians aren’t ready for a disaster — only 1-in-4 have an emergency kit: survey
Canadians prioritize pets, phones, and cash when evacuating disasters: First Onsite survey MISSISSAUGA, ONT.: As wildfires, floods, and extreme storms intensify across Canada, a new survey from First Onsite Property…
RCMP, CBSA dismantle crime group after nearly 250 kg of cocaine detected in shipping container in Halifax
HALIFAX: Federal law enforcement agencies have successfully disrupted an organized crime group importing 248.7 kilograms of cocaine into Canada from the Dominican Republic. The investigation was initiated on March 3,…
Investigation continues into stolen truck from Truro area found in Enfield
ENFIELD: A Ford F-250 stolen from a residence in Truro Heights was located in an Enfield subdivision and as a result police closed down the street for a short time…
Rotary Club continues showing they care for Lower Sackville with cleanup
LOWER SACKVILLE: The Rotary Club of Sackville and Area continued to show its committed to caring for the environment and our community this past weekend. Early Saturday morning, another Highway…