Column: Growth is coming fast – we need to be ready
The following is a column submitted to The Laker News by Mayor Andy Fillmore. People across Bedford, Fall River, Sackville, and Beaver Bank can feel how quickly HRM is changing.…
Sinclair, Kikuchi among announced Sport N.S. Support4Sport award winners
WELLINGTON: The greatest in the Nova Scotia amateur sport sector were recognized May 23 as Sport Nova Scotia revealed the winners of the 2026 Support4Sport Awards at the Halifax Convention…
Lockview High alum named as one of two Sobey School of Business Valedictorians for Spring Convocation
(This story is from the news.smu.ca website as sent to us here at The Laker News) FALL RIVER: Valedictorians Lydia Ramsay and Chloe Pobjoy-Ridolfo will represent the Sobey School of…
Proposed stadium/commercial development still in early discussion stage, Deagle Gammon says
WELLINGTON: A proposed $1.5 billion development near the Halifax Stanfield International Airport that has sparked excitement online, including talk of a stadium, hotels, restaurants, and commercial growth, remains only at…
Mayor Fillmore delivers 2026 State of the Municipality address at Convention Centre
HALIFAX: Mayor Andy Fillmore delivered his 2026 State of the Municipality address Wednesday at the Halifax Convention Centre, outlining a vision for how Halifax can prepare for rapid growth, rising…
Holistic Hub Road show brings wellness practitioners to Fall River residents
FALL RIVER: A new wellness-focused community event brought together providers and residents at Fully Align Studio in Fall River on Saturday, creating what organizers described as a smaller, more personal…
PHOTOS: Ash Lee Jefferson students show talent in Unplugged: The Human Beat
FALL RIVER: Student talent was on display last week during four performances of a musical at Ash Lee Jefferson Elementary school in Fall River. Unplugged: The Human Beat was performed…
Speed cushions to be installed at various locations on Lockview Road
FALL RIVER: The local councillor is advising residents of an upcoming project to install speed cushions along Lockview Road in Fall River. As part of the HRM’s approved 2026/27 Capital…
Residents invited to participate in Neighbour Week
HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to start planning and take part in Neighbour Week from June 21 to 27, 2026. Neighbour Week is an opportunity to build…
PHOTOS: Maritime Diecast Expo had enthusiasts in their glory at second event
(We are reposting this story due to the website issues this week) FALL RIVER: The second annual Maritime Diecast Expo had close to 30 vendors for enthusiasts to browse on…