From the Cruiser – Feb. 25, 2026
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 105 calls for service. The following are some of the highlighted calls as provided…
Local film, global impact: Scale of Change fly fishing film festival hits Halifax
HALIFAX: The Nova Scotia Salmon Association (NSSA) is proud to announce the Halifax stop of the Scale of Change Film Tour, a high-octane evening dedicated to the soul of fly…
Province invests $1 Million in AI traffic signal pilot for HRM
HALIFAX: The Province of Nova Scotia has earmarked $1 million in its latest budget to introduce adaptive, AI-powered traffic signals in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), with the Macdonald Bridge…
Municipality posts sign indicating air-horn like noisemakers not allowed at Sportsplex
LANTZ: If you’re attending upcoming events like hockey games at the East Hants Sportsplex in Lantz, a new sign has popped up telling attendees of a new rule. The sign…
Shubenacadie man charged after vehicle he was driving crashed fleeing from police
LANTZ: A 33-year-old man from Shubenacadie is facing several charges, including flight from police, after an incident over last weekend. Cpl. Kevin MacDermid, with East Hants RCMP, told The Laker…
Nova Scotians deserve answers about PC government gutting jobs, services: NDP
HALIFAX: On Wednesday morning, following a budget that stripped services, programs and jobs across the province, New Democrats will force the PC government to explain their decisions that are hurting…
Shoulder to Shoulder rally will be held March 3 in Halifax at N.S. Legislature
HALIFAX: On Tuesday, March 3 at 12 p.m., a coalition of more than 60 Mi’kmaw and settler groups from communities throughout Nova Scotia are gathering at the N.S. Legislature to…
Lawrence House Museum among those being closed by province as part of cuts
MAITLAND: The Lawrence House Museum in Maitland is one of 12 that are set to be closed as part of cuts by the province. The East Hants Historical Society said…
RCMP Traffic Unit reports increased traffic stops, enforcement activity
LOWER SACKVILLE: The RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment (HRD) Traffic Unit has recorded a steady increase in traffic stops and enforcement activity over the past several months, with the most significant…
Amendments strengthen support, safety for children, families
HALIFAX: Amendments to several acts introduced February 25, will further protect the privacy rights, safety and well-being of children, youth and families in Nova Scotia, according to the Minister of…