N.S. Quality of Life survey launching in February
EAST HANTS: The Nova Scotia Quality of Life Survey is launching on February 23. It is a groundbreaking opportunity to help improve quality of life in your community. Every household…
Help HRM choose the official tartan of the municipality
HRM: The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to share their thoughts on three proposed tartan designs to help select an official tartan for our region. How to provide feedback…
Year in review: Gillis reflects on busy first year as HRM councillor, looks ahead to transit, affordability, and major projects
LOWER SACKVILLE: Billy Gillis, the councillor for Lower Sackville-Beaver Bank, said 2025 was a foundational year on regional council, focused on relationship-building, tackling long-standing safety concerns, and laying the groundwork…
Dragons boys come up just short in loss to Grammar on Senior Night
FALL RIVER: Zach Doucette led the Lockview High Dragons charge on Tuesday night, but it just wasn’t enough. Doucette scored 14 points in the first half and 28 overall as…
Design work planned for Windgate Drive–Beaver Bank Road intersection
BEAVER BANK: Design work to explore long-awaited safety upgrades at the Windgate Drive–Beaver Bank Road intersection has been included in the municipality’s proposed 2026–27 capital budget, according to Lower Sackville–Beaver…
Motorists advised about wastewater system work ongoing in Beaver Bank
BEAVER BANK: From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, Halifax Water crews will be performing wastewater system maintenance near 373 Beaver Bank Road, Beaver Bank. This work…
PHOTOS: Kings Hockey Club hosts inaugural Alumni Game
LOWER SACKVILLE: The Kings Hockey Club held their inaugural Alumni Game at the Sackville Arena. It was a very entertaining game which saw some pretty good hits made and lots…
Happy New Year!
From us here at The Laker News to all of you, we wish you all the best in 2026. We look forward to bringing you the news, sports, and events…
Holiday Greetings Video: The Laker News
From all of us to all of you thank you for your support the past year, and we look forward to covering more stories from our communities in 2026.Merry Christmas!!…
Mayor acknowledges suburban tax concerns, says balance is key
BEAVER BANK/MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY: Mayor Andy Fillmore says balancing tax rates with service levels in suburban and rural communities remains a priority, as residents in areas like Fall River, Wellington, Beaver…