Man arrested after weapons complaint in Saint John
A man was arrested after a weapons complaint in Saint John. Police got a call Saturday night around 6 that a man was armed inside a building in the 100-block of Waterloo Street. Officers contained the building with emergency tactical services. This led evacuations of nearby homes, A 30-year-old man exited the building ...
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17-year-old boy dies in crash near Moncton
A 17-year-old boy died in a crash in Turtle Creek. It happened at 1 a.m. Saturday on Nixon Road, according to Caledonia Region RCMP. The vehicle left the road and struck a power pole. The boy from Petitcodiac died at the scene, he was ejected from the vehicle. A 20-year-old man was taken to hospital with non-life-threa...
Nov 23, 2024
Car and train collide in Saint John
No injuries after a collision between a train and car in Saint John. It happened around 5:30 Friday afternoon near the Simms Corner intersection. Saint John Police say a train was travelling toward the pulp mill and collided with a vehicle that had gone through the flashing red lights. They're asking for anyone with in...
Nov 23, 2024
UPDATE: Weather cancels final Lancaster Santa Claus parade
Safety concerns due to weather has forced the cancellation of the final Lancaster Santa Claus parade. The 20th edition of the daytime parade in west Saint John was scheduled to take place on Saturday. But organizers made the decision to cancel the event late Friday due to rain and wind in the forecast. "With the f...
Nov 23, 2024
New Saint John Transit director named
A big promotion for the senior manager of transit and fleet for the City of Saint John. Kevin Loughery will take over as director of Saint John Transit effective Monday, Nov. 25 "Mr. Loughery's expertise in project management and his ability to deliver innovative solutions make him an excellent choice for this lea...
Nov 22, 2024
UPDATE: Boil water advisory lifted in Sussex
Good news for Sussex residents who have been boiling their water for several days. A boil water advisory that had been in place for the entire town was rescinded Friday afternoon. Town officials said lab results from two sets of water quality testing have come back satisfactory. As a result, Public Health advised the t...
Nov 22, 2024
Cineplex introduces free refill program for popcorn, drinks
You won't be running out of popcorn at the movie theatre. If you get a large popcorn and drink at Cineplex, you're now entitled to a free refill on both. You don't have to be a member, it applies to the same day and same visit. The theatre chain says it'll make sure there's enough for the ride home. Cineplex has 168 ch...
Nov 22, 2024
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N.B. could lose $62M in revenue due to federal tax cut
A two-month tax holiday being proposed by the federal government could cost New Brunswick $62 million in revenue. Premier Susan Holt unveiled the figure during question period in the provincial legislature on Friday morning. Holt said her government only learned about the proposal on Wednesday - one day before it was a...
Nov 22, 2024
GST cut could boost restaurant revenue by thousands of dollars
A national organization that represents eateries across the country is welcoming a move by the federal government that could bring thousands more into restaurant seats. Ottawa plans to remove GST from things like groceries, toys and your bill at your favorite place to eat out. Kris Barnier, Vice President at Restaurant...
Nov 22, 2024
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4 rescued after fishing vessel sinks off Grand Manan
Four people escaped injury after their fishing vessel capsized off the coast of Grand Manan Island, according to the Canadian Coast Guard. The incident happened just north of North Head on Saturday morning - the first day of lobster fishing season in the area. A Canadian Coast Guard vessel advised the Joint Rescue Coor...
Nov 22, 2024