The Laker News - Pat Healey 🇨🇦

The students are getting in their final rehearsal parts of Shrek Jr the musical.

Students at Riverside Education Centre are hard at work practicing their parts in Shrek jr the Musical. It has performances Thursday to Saturday.

Column: Growth is coming fast – we need to be ready. By HRM Mayor Andy Fillmore #Halifax #Sackville #FallRiverNS thelaker.ca/column-growth-…

ICYMI: Lockview High alum named as one of two Sobey School of Business Valedictorians for Spring Convocation #Halifax #FallRiverNS @DalhousieU thelaker.ca/lockview-high-…

Martin, Hawco selected by @JrBPenguins as NSJHL Territorial Picks #EastHants #ElmsdaleNS thelaker.ca/martin-hawco-s…

Statement from Minister Masland on death of Bridgetown volunteer firefighter #AnnapolisCounty thelaker.ca/statement-from…

It was an emotional victory lane after Saturday's #KennyUPull150 at @sswracing as Gage Gilby picked up his first career @ProStockTour win before the home fans. thelaker.ca/gilby-scores-e…

The remains of the newborn were located at approximately 3:20 p.m. Sunday in a wooded area off Old Coach Road. The N.S Medical Examiner Service will be conducting an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death. #Halifax thelaker.ca/police-locate-…

@k_ramsay3 @Toby_Christie Some of us were able to watch the races though. I was able too and I know friends that could as well.

@Toby_Christie Not to mention, here in Canada, neither race was broadcasted. Nobody in Canada was able to have eyes on those sponsors.

Honeycutt says he would have rather run on Monday than be up against a clock, and added, "These sponsors and everybody pay way too much money, put way too much effort to come over here and run 40 green flag laps in a 110-lap race." After last night's race, an O'Reilly Series team owner told me they weren't sure how they were going to explain to their sponsors that there was hardly any racing last night. There are consequences to stopping these races early. And if this becomes commonplace, it's going to be a long-term sticky spot for teams and their sponsorships, I fear. #NASCAR

Full Burn ban on, effective today at 2pm for all of Halifax county. Please obey the burning restrictions. (from the Fall River fire Association)

Such sad news in Halifax this weekend.

. @ColeButcher_ sit in 21st Place in points after the race in Charlotte this morning. @ThorSportRacing

Porters Lake’s @ColeButcher_ finishes in 27th Place completing all 110 laps. Good run for the rookie in his visit to Charlotte. @ThorSportRacing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Line of Duty Death – Firefighter Alexandru Uichita Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department – May 21, 2026 It is with profound sorrow and broken hearts that the Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department announces the line of duty death of our brother, Firefighter Alexandru Uichita, age 40, who passed away on the evening of Thursday, May 21, 2026, during wildfire suppression operations in Moschelle, Annapolis County. While engaged in firefighting operations, Alex suffered a sudden medical episode. Members on scene responded immediately, but despite every effort, Alex could not be revived. He spent his final moments surrounded by his brothers and sisters in the fire service, serving the community he cared so deeply about. Alex joined our department on November 27, 2024, and had already become one of the most beloved members of our family. In that time, he left a mark on every single one of us. His charisma lit up every room he walked into. A quiet leader who was kind, dependable and his willingness to help – no matter the task, no matter the hour – was without limit. He was the kind of person who showed up, every time, for everyone. Alex had recently begun his Firefighter 1010 course through the Annapolis County Fire Service Association, and his dedication to growing as a firefighter reflected exactly who he was as a person – someone who always wanted to give more. We are devastated. There are no words adequate for the loss we are feeling today, and we know that feeling is shared by so many who had the privilege of knowing Alex. His loss is deeply felt by his fellow firefighters, his friends, and the wider community he served with such dedication and pride. The Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department extends our deepest condolences to Alex’s beloved wife, their three young children and all of his loved ones. The department stands with them in grief and in gratitude for his service. We ask that the public please respect the privacy of his family during this incredibly difficult time as they begin to navigate life without him. The Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department extends our deepest gratitude to the mutual aid departments and agencies who assisted with the medical care on scene alongside us: Annapolis Royal Volunteer Fire Department, Lawrencetown Volunteer Fire Department, Digby Volunteer Fire Department, Bear River Volunteer Fire Department, Emergency Health Services (EHS), the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables (DNRR) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Your presence and support on scene and in the hours since has meant more to us than we can express. Our flags have been lowered to half-mast in honour of Firefighter Uichita, and we humbly ask that others do the same. Details regarding the memorial service and any related events will be shared once they are confirmed in consultation with the family. Those wishing to offer financial support to the family are asked to please note that all donations will be managed and collected by the Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department through the department treasurer and leadership. No donations will be accepted through any crowdfunding or online donation platforms. Further donation instructions will be shared by the department directly. E-transfers can be sent to treasurer@bridgetownfire.ca, or cheques may be made payable to the Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department, with 100% of all funds going directly to Alex’s family. Media inquiries may be directed to bridgetownfire@bridgetownfire.ca. Rest easy Alex, we’ll take it from here

Gage Gilby wins the Kenny U Pull 150.

@mattdagley Sure see you then!

@ReprtrPatHealey I’ll pick you up when you get released. 2029?

Umm @mattdagley help I need to be bailed out.

Off to the racetrack to catch all those who are speeding ha ha.

This little boy had a lot of fun releasing his fish into First Lake in Lower Sackville .

Great crowd on hand for the fish release at First Lake in Lower Sackville. Watch for the video story on the Laker news website in the coming days.