From the Cruiser – May 7, 2025
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 122 calls for service. The following are some of the highlighted calls and messaging…
Breaking barriers and fighting fires: Harris first woman to be named East Hants Chief
LANTZ: An East Hants female firefighter has put her name into the milestone book for firefighting in the municipality. When Kensa Harris was voted by her fellow firefighters to be…
Volunteer firefighters honoured for close to 300 years of service
NOEL: Seven volunteer firefighters were recognized during the Municipality of East Hants Volunteer awards. The awards were held May 2 at the Noel Fire Department. Besides the volunteer awards, long…
RCMP investigating multiple thefts from vehicles in Enfield area
ENFIELD: Several residents in an Enfield subdivision reported thefts from their vehicles overnight May 6, East Hants RCMP said. Staff Sgt. Michael Balmaceda told The Laker News that police received…
First responders, municipal organizations hosting Community Safety event
LANTZ: An exciting day of live demonstration from East Hants first responders and municipal organizations is set for Saturday May 10. Residents will be able to learn all about safety,…
Student-led MMIWG2S event brings awareness about Red Dress Day to HERH students
By Paige Dillman, NSCC Journalism student who is interning with The Laker News for May MILFORD: Two Indigenous students at Hants East Rural High School wanted to bring awareness to…
Community Chorale director bids farewell
By Paige Dillman, NSCC Journalism student who is interning at The Laker News for May 2025 ELMSDALE: Martha Healy has been the director of the East Hants Community Chorale since…
Fire Smart program, games, and fire truck tours part of NMR Fire event
NINE MILE RIVER: Local residents had the opportunity to learn about the Fire Smart Home Ignition Zone self-assessment during an Open House last weekend at Nine Mile River fire. Besides…
Community breakfast all about bringing people together
By Paige Dillman, NSCC Journalism student interning with The Laker News. Photos: Dillman and Pat Healey CARROLL’S CORNER: Station 40 Dutch Settlement firefighters held a breakfast on May 3 at…
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Getting a line in the water for a good cause at Cory’s Lil Anglers Memorial cup
SHUBENACADIE: Approximately 100 participants came out to take part in the annual Cory’s Lil Anglers fishing derby at Shubenacadie River Park. It’s done in memory of Cory Boudreau and put…