East Hants RCMP issues statement after rumours circulate of student bringing firearm to school » The Laker News ENFIELD: In light of posts that a student had taken a firearm to school, East Hants RCMP issued the following to The Laker News.

Const. Andrew Ouellette, with East Hants RCMP, issued the following about the dangers of speculating and spreading rumours on social media in light of recent posts alleging a student had taken a firearm to an #EastHants school.

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From the Cruiser - March 19, 2026 » The Laker News Brought to you by:

From the Cruiser for March 19, sponsored by GNS Rentals #EastHants

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The parking lot at Pete’za Perfect in Elmsdale is flooded. A few minutes after I took this photo a garbage truck drove through it to pick up the garbage, but the guy could not get off the truck or else he would’ve been indeed deep water. #EastHants

We’re told that Hwy 2 in front of the Sportsplex in Lantz has a lot of water pooling, and is very slushy and an icy mess. #traffic #EastHants Drive carefully!

Memorial tournament presentation honours legacy of Trevor Ettinger and Jeff Smith » The Laker News LANTZ: A special moment of remembrance and gratitude took place Sunday afternoon March 15 at the Trevor Ettinger–Jeff Smith Memorial Tournament at the East

Well deserved recognition for Mabel Smith and Edna Ettinger from the Trevor Ettinger - Jeff Smith Memorial Tournament. #ElmsdaleNS #EastHants

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East Hants RCMP defends Bud Davies cup in charity hockey game fundraiser with HERH Tigers » The Laker News LANTZ: Threepeat!!

PHOTOS: I coached the East Hants RCMP to victory over HERH Tigers in a charity hockey game in support of the Braeden Bannister Memorial fund last Saturday night in Lantz #EastHants

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Man uninjured after tractor-train collision; faces charges of impaired driving » The Laker News ELMSDALE: A 74-year-old man from Enfield faces one count of impaired driving after the tractor he was driving collided with a train last week in Elmsdale.

“Police arrived on scene and identified the driver of the tractor who had driven through while the signals were activated and the arms had come down to prevent crossing,” said A/Sgt. Collier. #ElmsdaleNS #EastHants

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Lantz man facing charges of assault with a weapon, robbery, uttering threats » The Laker News ELMSDALE: A 36-year-old Lantz man is facing a slew of charges after being found stuck in a house under construction.

Upon investigation, police learned the man had breached a no contact order attending an address of a female known to him, Const. MacDermid said. #ElmsdaleNS #EastHants

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Jr B Pens, Lumberjacks renew rivalry in NSJHL quarterfinal series; Game 2 in Lantz Friday » The Laker News LANTZ: The quarterfinal series schedule for the East Hants Bitar's Ristorante Penguins and South Shore Lumberjacks is out.

Jr B Pens, Lumberjacks renew rivalry in NSJHL quarterfinal series; Game 2 in Lantz Friday #EastHants

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Bridge pedestrian access concerns raised in Elmsdale » The Laker News ELMSDALE: Concerns about winter maintenance and pedestrian safety on the Highway 214 overpass crossing Highway 102 have prompted discussion between residents

Bridge pedestrian access concerns raised in Elmsdale #EastHants

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Braeden Bannister U7 Jamboree a huge success, organizers say; Angie Bannister recognized for community support by EHMHA » The Laker News LANTZ: The East Hants Minor Hockey Association welcomed more than 40 teams and 1,000 players and spectators to the East Hants Sportsplex in Lantz this weekend

Braeden Bannister U7 Jamboree a huge success, organizers say; Angie Bannister recognized for community support by EHMHA #EastHants

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The Jr B Penguins have eliminated rival Brookfield Elks in the NSJHL mini series winning game four tonight 8-2 in Lantz. The Pens advance to the next round taking the series 3-1. Watch for photos/recap on #TheLakerNews website over the weekend. #EastHants

Information session on human trafficking set for Feb. 23 in Elmsdale » The Laker News ELMSDALE: An information session on human trafficking will take place Monday night in Elmsdale.

Information session on human trafficking set for Feb. 23 in Elmsdale #EastHants

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Firefighters get hands-on training dealing with horses in case of an emergency » The Laker News BELNAN: When Nine Mile River Volunteer Fire Department members get called to an emergency, they’re trained for a lot, but not every call involves people.

Firefighters from #NineMileRiver received some hands-on training in dealing with horse in case of a fire or an emergency. #EastHants #Belnan #ElmsdaleNS #fire

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Year in review: MacDonald reflects on 2025, looks ahead at challenging 2026 » The Laker News ELMSDALE: There were many highlights for 2025, but the MLA for Hants East also said for the coming year 2026 there are some fiscal realities facing the

Year in Review: MacDonald reflects on 2025, looks ahead at challenging 2026 #EastHants

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Gilby brings it home in fourth; mechanical issue ends Jarrett Butcher's run early » The Laker News NEW SMYRNA, FLA.: Gage Gilby of Enfield brought home the no. 25 unofficially in fourth place as the time limit clock and a yellow flag ends the World Series

Enfield's Gilby nabs fourth place on Night One of World Series of Asphalt at New Smyrna Speedway after avoiding multiple wrecks; Halifax's Jarrett Butcher's race ends early due to mechanical issue #EastHants #Halifax #ProStockTour #EnfieldNS

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🎒 All CCRCE schools ( #Cumberland, #Colchester, #Pictou, #EastHants ) are closed today, Monday, Feb. 2, due to ongoing weather and road conditions. Offices and worksites open 2 hours late.
Source:

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#NSWeather #SchoolUpdate #CCRCE #NovaScotia

Bulldogs erase Jr B Pens lead, pick up overtime victory in NSJHL play » The Laker News LANTZ: The Antigonish Bulldogs scored three unanswered goals to spoil an early elad by the East Hnats Bitars Ristorante Penguins en route to an overtime

The Jr B Penguins got out to a 2-0 lead, but the Antigonish Bulldogs scored three straight for the OT win in NSJHL
play on Saturday night #EastHants

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Man who was reason for East Hants emergency alert arrested by police » The Laker News BELNAN: A man from the Oldham area who was the subject of an Emergency Alert and intense response from the RCMP on Saturday Nov. 29 was safely arrested by

The man was safely arrested in the Belnan area after police issued an emergency alert late in the morning. #EastHants

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Shubenacadie site selected as part of new provincial public housing » The Laker News ELMSDALE: One of four sites for new public housing selected by the province will be in Shubenacadie.

Shubenacadie site selected as part of new provincial public housing #EastHants

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Lantz man charged with impaired driving, attempting to bribe officer after MVC » The Laker News LOWER SACKVILLE: A single-vehicle collision on Hwy 102 in Lower Sackville has led an 18-year-old Lantz man to be charged with impaired driving and alleged

The Lantz man is alleged to have attempted to bribe the officer to leave following a single-vehicle collision on Hwy 102 near Bedford on Oct. 21. #EastHants #Sackville

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Tigers boys hockey capture inaugural Ice Breaker tournament » The Laker News LANTZ: The Hants East Rural High Tigers boys hockey team have captured the Inaugural HERH Ice Breaker tournament.

Tigers boys hockey capture inaugural Ice Breaker tournament #EastHants #Sackville #Halifax

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Mandatory water restrictions implemented for East Hants, N.S. Customers in East Hants, N.S., are now under mandatory water restrictions as much of the province continues to grapple with dry conditions well into October.

Mandatory water restrictions implemented for #EastHants #NovaScotia

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🚱 У Ланці, Елмсдейлі та Енфілді діють обов’язкові обмеження: заборонено поливати газони, мити авто, наповнювати басейни чи користуватися мийкою під тиском. Це допоможе зберегти водні ресурси громади. Деталі:

www.easthants.ca/water-status/

#EastHants #NovaScotia #WaterConservation

🚱 Mandatory water restrictions in #Lantz, #Elmsdale, and #Enfield:
❌ No lawn watering
❌ No at-home car washing
❌ No filling pools or hot tubs
❌ No pressure washing
Your cooperation helps protect the community’s water supply. Details:

www.easthants.ca/water-status/

#EastHants #WaterConservation

Yeomans, Arsenault, Hines, Levy recognized at 51st Provincial Volunteer Awards » The Laker News HALIFAX: The extraordinary contributions of volunteers in Nova Scotia were celebrated on September 29, at the 51st annual Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony

Yeomans, Arsenault, Hines, Levy recognized at 51st Provincial Volunteer Awards #easthants #FallRiverNS #Stewiacke #MusquodoboitValley

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Why Mortgage Pre-Approval is Essential Before House Shopping | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker Getting pre-approved for a mortgage before you start house hunting in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), East Hants, or Truro isn't just a good idea—it's essential for a successful home-buying e...

Mortgage pre-approval in #HRM #EastHants #Truro gives you:

Clear budget limits
Faster closing process
Serious buyer credibility
Rate protection

Smart buyers get approved first! #NovaScotiaHomes #MortgageAdvice

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RCMP officers taking new approach with East Hants schools » The Laker News EAST HANTS: Students and staff across East Hants will be seeing more of their local RCMP officers in schools and the community this year, thanks to a novel

“When I walk into a school now, kids aren’t asking, ‘Why are the police here?’” Const. Ouellette said. “Instead, it’s, ‘Hey Constable,’ with fist bumps and high fives. That’s what we want — for kids and staff to feel comfortable and see us as approachable.” #EastHants

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From the Firehouse - July 2025 » The Laker News Brought to you by:

The fire calls for #EastHants and #Stewiacke volunteer departments that provide them for July 2025. Sponsored by Brannen’s service centre.

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N.S. Liberals bill aims to limit social media use for youth; HRM said they would review legislation carefully if it moved forward » The Laker News HALIFAX: The provincial Liberal party said it wanted to bring forward the Social Media Responsibility Act because they want Nova Scotia to be the best place

The proposed bill from the N.S. Liberals would limit social media use among youth if it passes; HRM said they would carefully review legislation if it moves forward. #Halifax #EastHants

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