Trail groups warn of danger on closed trails
“We’re cutting large trees that are dangerously suspended over the trails, trees large enough to cause death.” HRM: Trail managers are frustrated. Cleaning up after Hurricane Fiona is hard enough…
Fall River player named to AUS first team men’s soccer all star team
ANTIGONISH: A Fall River soccer player has earned a year-end accolades from the Atlantic University Sport (AUS). Lockview High alum Lewis Dye, who plays with the St. Francis Xavier University…
MEH approves demolition of structure at Shubie River Park; discusses insurance on assets it obtains
SHUBENACADIE: After an Oct. 4 fire destroyed the stage/washroom at Shubenacadie River Park, the Municipality of East Hants (MEH) has passed a pair of motions aimed at its demolition and…
Record-breaking season for provincial parks
GRAND LAKE/OAKFIELD: For the second year in a row, Nova Scotia’s provincial parks have broken their record for the highest number of camper nights. Camping parks hosted 99,304 paid overnight…
N.S. to train 30 L’nu students through new Practical Nursing Program
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is training more healthcare workers to provide a diverse range of care in communities across the province. Starting in the 2023-24 academic year, aspiring practical nursing students…
Federal investment will assist with Springfield Rec Centre upgrades
MIDDLE SACKVILLE: Upgrades are coming to the Springfield Lake Recreation Centre that will improve it and make it safer for all users. At the Rec Centre off Lakeview Avenue in…
Food Bank survey shows usage increase; Feed N.S. continues advocacy for policy-based change
FALL RIVER: As the number of people visiting food banks rises, Nova Scotians are recognizing that charity isn’t the long-term fix. “Nova Scotians need more income to meet their basic…
The inside story of Halifax’s Public Gardens
By The Laker News HALIFAX: The Halifax Public Gardens are the oldest and finest Victorian public gardens outside the United Kingdom. But they were devastated by Hurricane Juan, and more…
NS Liberals: Bills tabled on Income Assistance, Veterans
FROM A RELEASE HALIFAX: At province house Oct. 24, the Nova Scotia Liberal Party introduced two bills as the session in the Houseresumed.Community Services shadow minister Ben Jessome will be…
Community turns out for The Big Give in Elmsdale
ELMSDALE: The community came out to give back and receive during the Big Give in Elmsdale on Oct. 22. At the old Elmsdale School (more aptly known as the East…