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…
N.S. announces Disaster Financial Assistance for July 2024 flash flood damage
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians can now apply for disaster financial assistance for uninsurable losses related to flash flooding in the Annapolis Valley and surrounding areas last week.“This has been another devastating…
X-Ray reports to be included in YourHealthNS App
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians will soon be able to access more information about their X-ray results through the YourHealthNS app. X-ray reports completed from July 15, and onward will be available…
Insulin pump program expands, province announces
HALIFAX: All Nova Scotians living with Type 1 diabetes can now apply for funding to cover the cost of an insulin pump and supplies, the provincial Health and Wellness Minister…
Heat warning issued by Environment Canada for all of Nova Scotia for July 8, 9
HALIFAX/EAST HANTS/FALL RIVER: A heat warning has been issued for N.S. with humidex values expected to reach 37 degrees Celsius are expected Monday July 8 and Tuesday July 9, Environment…
UpLift, Public Health partnership sees continued funding for Youth Engagement Coordinators
HALIFAX: Representing a key outcome of the UpLift Partnership, Nova Scotia Health Public Health has announced continued funding for eight Youth Engagement Coordinator positions along with one provincial role. These…
Local hockey players to compete in U.S. roller hockey tournament
EAST HANTS: Sixteen N.S. hockey players are set to make history when they hit the road to St. Peters, Mo. this month. The players will be competing against kids from…
West Hants youth report of online threats leads to arrest of California man
WEST HANTS: An eight-year-old boy from West Hants is being praised for helping lead police to the arrest of a California man for making online threats. RCMP say that in…
COLUMN: More ways to access healthcare
The following is the column submitted to The Laker News and other media by Premier Tim Houston. Nova Scotians deserve access to healthcare when and where they need it. Now…
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Rain can’t dampen spirit at Ritchie Gilby Memorial Car Show
LANTZ: Mother Nature’s rain couldn’t dampen the spirit of those attending and organizers of the third annual Ritchie Gilby Memorial Car Show on Saturday. The third edition of the car…