House fire claims life of Sipekne’katik woman
SIPEKNE’KATIK: A 52-year-old woman has died in a house fire in the community of Sipekne’katik early in the morning hours of Sunday. Firefighters from Indian Brook, and mutual aid responding…
Police looking to identify plywood theft suspect
ELMSDALE: RCMP are looking to identify an individual in a theft incident. Sgt. Scott MacRae, with East Hants RCMP, said the individual was involved in the theft of plywood. The…
Heat warning issued for East Hants, most of N.S.
EAST HANTS: A heat warning beginning Monday afternoon Aug. 11 and expected to remain in place until Wednesday night has been issued by Environment Canada for East Hants and the…
NS SPCA seeking info on abandoned kittens
ELMSDALE: Inspectors with the Nova Scotia SPCA are seeking information about an individual(s) in the area of the Elmsdale McDonald’s restaurant on Highway 214. The Nova Scotia SPCA has received…
From the Cruiser – Aug 5, 2025
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: Over the past week, officers with East Hants RCMP responded to 117 calls for service. The following is some of the highlights as provided by…
PHOTOS: Food trucks and a show and shine at Scotia Speedworld
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: To kick off Summer Clash 250 weekend, Scotia Speedworld held its annual food truck rally and show and shine. Here are some photos from the fun event that…
Pen pal exchange sees clients at CCOA, Scotland group writing each other
ENFIELD: Friendship has no borders, and clients at two organizations in Scotland and Hants County are learning that firsthand. The clients at Edge Group Scotland in Musselburgh, Scotland, and those…
Police nab driver for stunting going 181 km/h on Hwy 102
MILFORD: The pocketbook for an East Hants driver is about $2,500 less as of Aug. 2. Sgt. Scott MacRae with East Hants RCMP said police stopped a driver going almost…
Province announces ban of all fireworks during burn ban
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is banning all use of fireworks even if they are professional and have the appropriate approvals. The news of the ban was announced late on Wednesday night…
Hit and run suspect identified thanks to tips from community: police
ELMSDALE: A 23-year-old Nine Mile River man has been identified as the person of interest in a hit-and-run in Elmsdale. The person’s photo and a little writeup appeared in the…