Temporary solution found for WCA funding
WAVERLEY: A solution has been found to keep the Waverley Community Association (WCA) funded for the coming year. The WCA, which operates and runs as a non-profit organization and oversees…
Fall River planning bylaws due for review: Streatch
FALL RIVER: The local councillor said it might be time for the current planning bylaws put in place a few years ago through the Fall River Visioning process to be…
HRM Public hearing process explained
HALIFAX: With questions on the Carr Farm development in Fall River and why the public hearing is heard at regional council at city hall, rather than in the community they…
VIDEO: Steve Streatch talks 2018 and 2019
Councillor Steve Streatch spoke to The Laker about his highs and lows of 2018 and what is ahead for 2019 in the riding.
Taps turned on at ALJ
FALL RIVER: The flow of refreshing, tasty water said it all. Councillor Steve Streatch, along with Halifax Water’s James Campbell, visited Ash Lee Jefferson School on Feb. 11 for the…
Carr Farm public hearing details released
FALL RIVER: The public hearing date for a contentious proposed development in Fall River has been officially set. In an interview with The Laker on Feb. 11 at his Fall…
Beaver Bank mobile home fire deemed suspicious by police
BEAVER BANK: A mobile home fire in Beaver Bank has been deemed suspicious by Halifax District RCMP and fire investigators. The fire occurred at 406 Glen Rise Drive in the…
UPDATED: WCA, HRM meeting goes well
WAVERLEY: The future of the Waverley Community Association (WCA) and that of the Heritage Society (WHS), which oversees the Heritage Museum, have been left wondering what their future holds after…
Traffic impact remains a sticking point for residents
FALL RIVER: The impact on traffic from the Carr Farm development on Fall River Road and the community in general continues to be a main sticking point for residents, as…
New fire hydrants in operation
FALL RIVER: Another sign that the Fall River water project is coming online was made official on Dec. 18. The new fire hydrants along Fall River Road and Highway 2…