NSFM collaborates on enhanced Emergency Alert system
NOVA SCOTIA: The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (NSFM) has expressed its our heartfelt condolences to all those affected by the recent flooding, its president said in a release. Carolyn…
Enfield man stopped for speeding, charged with impaired driving
LANTZ: A 22-year-old Enfield man’s day went from bad to worse after he was stopped for speeding on Hwy 2 in Lantz on July 12. East Hants RCMP Const. Preston…
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Amazing pep rally for Olympian Sloan MacKenzie
WAVERLEY: It was a medal-worthy atmosphere at Cheema Aquatic Club on Wednesday afternoon. The club was holding a pep rally for Olympian Sloan MacKenzie who will compete with Katie Vincent…
COLUMN: Supporting Nova Scotia’s paramedics
The following is the monthly column supplied by Premier Tim Houston and his office to media across N.S. Our medical first responders provide critical care in emergencies and are an…
Exciting action sees variety of winners on The Laker News night
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: Here is the results from all divisions that were racing on July 12 during The Laker News Race night as part of the Bay Equipment Rentals Weekly Racing…
Booth ready to hear residents issues after being announced as provincial Liberal candidate
FALL RIVER/BEAVER BANK: An active community volunteer wants to do more at the provincial level for the Waverley-Fall River Beaver Bank community she calls home. That’s why Elizabeth Booth put…
Wine Growers N.S.: Alarmed by commercial wine bottling program figures
WOLFVILLE: The Wine Growers Nova Scotia (WGNS) and Grape Growers Association of Nova Scotia (GGANS) say they are deeply concerned about the recently disclosed figures related to the province’s Commercial…
Trails in HRM receive funding for upgrades
HRM: Nova Scotians and visitors will see upgrades to two popular trails in Halifax Regional Municipality with provincial grants announced July 15 by the province. “Trails are essential for improving…
Hants County man dies in Lunenburg County collision
LUNENBURG: A Hants County man has died as a result of a two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in Craney Corner, Lunenburg County. RCMP Cpl. Carlie McCann said that Lunenburg District…
Province understands concerns from residents, companies over septage issue; spokesperson
BEAVER BANK: A spokeswoman with the province said the government understood how concerning the septic cleaning service disruption was to Nova Scotians in the HRM area. While it was a…