From the Cruiser – Sept. 29 to Oct. 6
Brought to you by: ELMSDALE: This week, East Hants RCMP responded to 118 called for service during the week of Sept. 29 to Oct. 6. Here are some highlights: On…
Enfield RCMP charge man with not self-isolating after Quebec trip
NORTH SALEM: A 39-year-old man has been charged with not following health guidelines upon returning to N.S. from outside the Atlantic Bubble. On Oct. 4, East Hants RCMP responded to…
VIDEO: #AsktheCandidates District 1 HRM forum provides answers to residents questions
FALL RIVER: The four candidates vying to represent District 1 Waverley-Fall River-Musquodoboit Valley answered 16 pertinent questions chosen among the 50 submitted by residents to The Laker News during the…
Lions Xmas Express counting on community for continued support due to COVID19 restrictions
Organizers confirm no Lions Christmas Parade, school food drives this year FALL RIVER: The Lions Christmas Express will look different this holiday season. Like many things, with COVID19 health guideline…
From the Firehouse – September 2020 calls
This Column is brought to you by: INDIAN BROOK: Here is a look at how many calls are local volunteer fire departments responded to in the month of September. The…
Ibraheem family welcomed to Canada, N.S. with (distanced) open arms
MAIN PHOTO: Ahmad and Hala Ibraheem share an emotional embrace as they realize they are beginning their new life in their new home, Canada, after arriving at Halifax Stanfield Airport.…
Business Feature: Glow Event store has all your Halloween tricks and treats
BAYERS LAKE: If you’re looking to get your scare on, then the Glow Halloween store has all your ghoul and goblins need for this Halloween. While some have thought COVID19…
N.S. students among organizers of CyberSTEAM Challenge
WOLFVILLE: Two of the three organizers of the Canadian CyberSTEAM Challenge are from Nova Scotia. Jessica Bennett, from Wolfville, and Margaret Hopkins, also from Wolfville, have teamed with Sandra Mai,…
One person escapes Cooks Brook fire uninjured: HRM Fire official
COOKS BROOK: One person escaped unhurt from an early morning fire in a mobile home trailer in Cooks Brook on Oct. 4, fire officials say. Shortly after 3 a.m., Halifax…
Quick response in Beaver Bank prevents further fire damage
BEAVER BANK: The quick response of firefighters prevented further damage from a fire in the wee hours of Oct. 4 on Galloway Drive in Beaver Bank. Gord West, District Chief…