From the Cruiser – Jan. 26 to Feb. 2
Brought to you by: ENFIELD: East Hants RCMP responded to 90 calls for service between Jan. 26 and Feb. 2. Here are just a few of the calls, all from…
OP-ED: Vaccination, trust in science and patience is the only way out of this pandemic
By Linda Silas A COVID-free future is within our reach – a future where it’s safe to hug again and where our smiles no longer need to be hidden behind…
Province announces Green Fund investments
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is a leader in fighting climate change and that work will continue. That is why the province will spend nearly $18 million from the Green Fund to…
Churchill announces partnership between N.S., Rick Hansen Foundation
EAST HANTS/HALIFAX: The province is working with the Rick Hansen Foundation to promote inclusion and accessibility in public school classrooms so all students feel welcomed, valued and supported. Curriculum learning…
Province announces intentions to protect 20 sites across N.S.
HALIFAX: Protected areas are an important part of conserving Nova Scotia’s unique habitats, coastline and biodiversity, while providing places for people to connect with nature. Government intends to protect 20…
Police seek tips on break-and-enter
MOUNT UNIACKE: A break-and-enter into a business in Mount Uniacke on Jan. 26 is being investigated. S/Sgt. Cory Bushell said the detachment received a report that someone had entered the…
RCMP nab 37 impaired drivers in East Hants in 2020
EAST HANTS: Impaired driving remains a serious issue. Like at RCMP detachments across N.S., the officers with East Hants RCMP are focused on getting drivers who drive impaired off the…
Lewis comes within seconds of national record at indoor track meet
BEAVER BANK: A track-and-field athlete from Beaver Bank came within seconds of the Canadian national record during the first meet since COVID19 restrictions were lifted allowing competition. At the indoor…
Councillor Blackburn provides Beaver Bank train track update
BEAVER BANK: The local municipal councillor has provided an update regarding work that CN recently did at an intersection many say needs changes to make the movement of traffic better.…