From the Cruiser – Feb. 25, 2026
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 105 calls for service. The following are some of the highlighted calls as provided…
Municipality posts sign indicating air-horn like noisemakers not allowed at Sportsplex
LANTZ: If you’re attending upcoming events like hockey games at the East Hants Sportsplex in Lantz, a new sign has popped up telling attendees of a new rule. The sign…
Shubenacadie man charged after vehicle he was driving crashed fleeing from police
LANTZ: A 33-year-old man from Shubenacadie is facing several charges, including flight from police, after an incident over last weekend. Cpl. Kevin MacDermid, with East Hants RCMP, told The Laker…
Lawrence House Museum among those being closed by province as part of cuts
MAITLAND: The Lawrence House Museum in Maitland is one of 12 that are set to be closed as part of cuts by the province. The East Hants Historical Society said…
Frontline to pay for Premier’s fiscal mismanagement, NSGEU says
HALIFAX: Core public services that people rely on are being threatened as part of Premier Tim Houston’s short-sighted, slash and burn budget that was released on Monday, February 23. “For…
Xidos scores twice, Jr B Pens earn shutout road win over Elks in game three
BROOKFIELD: Nik Xidos scored twice and the East Hants Bitar’s Ristorante Penguins used a three goal second period en route to a shutout win over the Brookfield Elks on Tuesday…
Major cuts amongst $1.2B deficit budget released by N.S.
HALIFAX: In this year’s budget, Nova Scotia is forging a path toward powering its future, building stronger, healthier communities and ensuring the province’s fiscal sustainability. Finance and Treasury Board Minister…
Quarterfinal series set to resume between Jr B Pens, Elks Tuesday night
LANTZ: After the nor’easter forced the postponement Monday of the best-of-five quarterfinal series between the East Hants Bitar’s Ristorante Penguins and Brookfield Elks, the NSJHL series will resume on Tuesday…
JR C Pens one win away from advancing to next round in playoffs
LANTZ/BARRINGTON: The East Hants Ryson Construction Penguins exploded for offence on the weekend. Now they sit one win away from advancing after back-to-back victories over the South West Storm in…
Jr. B Penguins, Elks split first two quarterfinal games in mini series
BROOKFIELD: After two games, the series is even between the East Hants Bitar’s Ristoarnte Penguins and Brookfield Elks. The best-of-five NSJHL Fred Fox division quarterfinal got started Friday night. Game…