Property Assessments for 2023 in the mail
From a press release sent to us: HALIFAX: Over the next few days, property owners throughout Nova Scotia can expect to receive their 2023 Property Assessment Notices which reflect market…
Speed limit to be reduced on Windgate Drive
WINDSOR JUNCTION: The speed limit on a well-travelled connector road between Windsor Junction and Beaver Bank is being reduced. The reduction in speed is something residents in the area have…
Securities Commission issues warning about Crypto scams
From a release HALIFAX: The Nova Scotia Securities Commission is issuing an urgent warning about a widespread scam after numerous Nova Scotians – and other Canadians and U.S. residents –…
N.S. releases highway plan with $450 million investment planned
HALIFAX: The province is investing in provincial highways, bridges and ferry infrastructure to make them safer for Nova Scotians. The Five-Year Highway Improvement Plan released today, January 6, will see…
Firefighter call stats show it was a busy 2022 for many departments
ELMSDALE: The yearly stats for 2022 indicate a busy year for some departments, including Uniacke & District Volunteer fire. The stats are from participating departments in Enfield; Nine Mile River;…
Reports of bullets hitting vehicles being investigated by RCMP
SHUBENACADIE: Police are investigating after reports of a pair of incidents involving bullets striking vehicles in the Shubenacadie area on Jan. 1. East Hants RCMP S/Sgt. Cory Bushell said police…
Variety of charges for Halifax man following incidents in Hammonds Plains, Sackville areas
HAMMONDS PLAINS: A 29-year-old Halifax was arrested and in police custody on multiple charges related to offences throughout the HRM, Hammonds Plains, Lower Sackville, Ardoise, and the Middle Sackville area…
Teen suffers life-threatening injuries in Belnan collision
BELNAN: An 18-year-old Elmsdale man has suffered life-threatening injuries in a single-vehicle collision just before 1 a.m. in Belnan. East Hants RCMP, along with Lantz and Elmsdale fire, responded to…
From the Firehouse – October 2022 calls
Brought to you by: KENNETCOOK: Here is a look at the calls for East Hants and Stewiacke volunteer fire departments for the month of October. Participating departments providing information on…
N.S. announces more funding to support healthcare recruitment, retention
From a release HALIFAX: Community groups and municipalities can now apply for up to $100,000 for projects to help recruit and retain healthcare professionals in Nova Scotia. “We know that…