Rookie PN World Cup season ends on high note for Emma Archibald
OTTAWA, ONT./FALL RIVER: Emma Archibald left a very good first impression. Archibald, a Lockview High alum, just wrapped up her inaugural season on the Para Nordic World Cup with her…
N.S. teachers, specialists to vote on strike action April 11, NSTU says
HALIFAX: The N.S. Teachers Union (NSTU) said that its members will hold a vote on April 11 that could lead to a strike mandate. In a release, the NSTU said…
Blasting at Aerotech Connector to continue into May: Public Works
WELLINGTON: Crews continue to make progress at construction of the Aerotech Connector in Wellington. Local residents had emailed The Laker News regarding blasting and damage to their homes, as well…
HRM Parks & Rec spring programming registration now open
HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that registration has opened for spring recreation programs. Parks & Recreation offers a variety of innovative, cost-effective programming lead by local, passionate…
N.S. NDP: Government should protect workers; ban scab labour in N.S.
HALIFAX: The Nova Scotia NDP tabled legislation March 19 banning scab labour in Nova Scotia. Federal anti-scab legislation recently passed Second Reading with all-party support. Provincially, British Columbia and Quebec…
N.S. Liberal Party: More, Faster: Doctors leaving healthcare system at an alarming rate
From a Liberal Party N.S. release: HALIFAX: According to a freedom of information request, 31 family doctors left the Nova Scotia Health Authority in the first six weeks of 2024.…
Poilievre says Conservatives aim to appeal to disgruntled Liberal, NDP supporters
HALIFAX: The Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) will be appealing to disgruntled Liberal and NDP voters to gain their support at election time, said its leader in an interview on…
What is community solar?
The Nova Scotia government has announced a community solar program. But how is it different from the solar panels you already see on homes? By Sean Kelly, Climate Story Network…
Emera Oval closing March 17 for 2023/24 season
HALIFAX: Residents have a few more days to take advantage of ice skating at the Emera Oval. It will close for the 2023/2024 winter season on March 17. Staff monitor…
HRM update on Grand Parade, ongoing support for those experiencing homelessness
HALIFAX: Over the past several weeks, the municipality has been taking a number of steps to provide supports to those experiencing homelessness in our region, and particularly to those sleeping…