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.…
Police locate remains in search for missing newborn; two people charged in incident
HALIFAX: The search for a missing newborn baby in Halifax has concluded. Human remains of an infant were located. New information redirected the search to Prospect Road and the surrounding…
Traffic delays expected on Cobequid Road, Lwr. Sackville; Starboard Drive in Bedford this weekend
LOWER SACKVILLE: Motorists are being advised of some weekend traffic disruptions in two areas of the Sackville/Bedford area. In Lower Sackville, HRM said there is to be traffic delays expected…
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…
Longtime MS Walk participant says community makes invisible illness visible; walk set for May 31
LOWER SACKVILLE: For nearly 20 years, Candice Colwell has walked alongside family and friends at the Halifax MS Walk, raising funds and awareness for a disease that changed the course…
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…
From the Cruiser – May 12 calls
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 84 calls for service. Here is a look at the highlighted calls as provided…
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…
Registration opens for the annual Pepsi Natal Day Parade
HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that registration has opened for the 129th Pepsi Natal Day Parade. The parade will take place on Monday, Aug. 3. This annual…
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Feds, province, HRM supporting construction of safe, stable housing for children with Chisholm Services for Children
LOWER SACKVILLE: Eight children who would be under the care of the province will get a chance at a brighter future with two new homes being built by Chisholm Services…