New skating rink opens in Oakfield
OAKFIELD: The rink is now open for everyone to use. After much anticipation, the new skating rink–or Outdoor Rink as its being dubbed–has officially opened on the grounds of the…
Highway 102 ruts a safety concern, Churchill hears during visit
ENFIELD/FALL RIVER: The rutting of the road along Highway 102 between the Airport and Lantz/Elmsdale is a concern to many residents and they let the Leader of the Official Opposition…
Province announces more supports for families of children with autism
From a press release: HALIFAX/EAST HANTS: Many Nova Scotians who have a child with autism can apply for up to $3,000 to cover the costs of equipment, supplies and other…
Program aimed at those at very high risk of developing lung cancer launched in N.S.
From a press release HALIFAX: A new screening program will help save lives by preventing lung cancer and finding it earlier. The Lung Screening Program, which includes clinical assessment and…
Sharp skater: Young Lantz boy keeping East Hants skates in shape
LANTZ: A budding entrepreneur is making sure the skates of East Hants residents are staying sharp this winter. Nine-year-old Dawson Burns is a student by day at Maple Ridge Elementary…
Kennetcook man’s ticket numbers selected in N.S. Firefighter 50/50
KENNETCOOK: Another East Hants resident has won big on the Nova Scotia Firefighters 50/50 raffle. Brian Nicoll of Kennetcook had his number selected during the draw last Thursday. He won…
HRM issues statement on fire at Grand Parade tent encampment
HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality is providing the following statement regarding the fire today Jan. 22 at the Grand Parade Designated Outdoor Sheltering Location. Shortly after 6:30 a.m., Halifax Regional…
N.S. NDP: Community Food Access program demand quadrupled
From a press release HALIFAX: More and more families are struggling to afford their grocery bills causing greater demand on programs that help people get healthy food. Data obtained through…
Carruthers, Lewis, Rogers, Gaudry, Moon among Athletics East winners
LOWER SACKVILLE: Athletes from across HRM who members of Athletics East were recognized at a year-end awards banquet. The banquet was held prior to the holidays at the Kinsmen Centre…
MEH removing trees at end of life span by former Elmsdale school
ELMSDALE: The Municipality of East Hants (MEH) has announced they will be removing trees along Hwy 214 by the former Elmsdale school site. The removal will occurr this week, if…