Author Archives: Tim Herd
Higgs Government Budget A 'Creditability Issue': Melanson
The provincial government will table its budget next week. Prior to its release, the Official Opposition mentioned the Higgs government has a 'creditability issue' regarding the numbers put forward. "...
Mar 17, 2022 Interim Liberal Leader Roger Melanson (Photo: Zoom)
SJPF Warn Residents Of Bail Scams
The Saint John Police Force (SJPF) is alerting the public of an ongoing bail scam. The call usually involves a fraudster calling and identifying themselves as a relative, lawyer, or police officer. Th...
Mar 17, 2022
Construction Of New Wells Recreation Park Building In Rothesay Receives Funding
A new building is set to be built at Wells Recreation Park in Rothesay. On Wednesday, both the federal and provincial governments announced funding for the facility. The Higgs government is providing ...
Mar 16, 2022 Attorney General Ted Flemming, Rothesay Mayor Nancy Grant, Environment Minister Gary Crossman, and Saint John-Rothesay MP Wayne Long. (photo from Tim Herd, Acadia Broadcasting)
Canada Games Returning To Province In 2029
Canada's best young athletes will head to New Brunswick. The province will host the Canada Summer Games in 2029. Every province and territory will be represented in the games. It will feature more tha...
Mar 16, 2022 momovieman / CC
City Seeking Public Feedback For 10-Year Strategic Plan
The City of Saint John wants to hear from residents on its 10-year Strategic Plan. It is a plan identifying a renewed vision that will set new long-term goals for the community. "It will be used to gu...
Mar 15, 2022 The exterior of Saint John City Hall is pictured in this file photo. (Staff photo)
Irving Oil Field House Hosting Two National Events
Two championship events are heading to the Irving Oil Field House. From March 26-27 the Athletics Canada and Canadian Masters Indoor Championship will be held at the field house, followed by the U SPO...
Mar 15, 2022 The Irving Oil Field House in Saint John. (Photo: Brad Perry)
Skating Closed On Lily Lake For The Season
With spring approaching, the City of Saint John has closed the skating surface at Lily Lake. It will be closed for the season as the temperature continues to fluctuate. In a release, the city said the...
Mar 15, 2022 Lily Lake in 2022 (photo from the City of Saint John)
Distracted Driving Campaign Begins In Saint John
The Saint John Police Force (SJPF) will conduct its Distracted Driving Campaign between March 13 to 19. The campaign will focus on the enforcement and educating the public about the dangers associated...
Mar 14, 2022
SJPF Arrest Man Wanted On Canada-Wide Warrant
The Saint John Police Force (SJPF) has arrested a man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. Fabian Cromwell was wanted in connection with an alleged assault in the city's north end in January. The 53-year-...
Mar 14, 2022 A Saint John Police Force car. Image: Brad Perry
KV Fire Responds To Structure Fire
Just before 5 p.m. on Saturday, the Kennebecasis Valley Fire Department responded to a structure fire. It occurred in Quispamsis off of Yandall Drive, and officials mentioned when crews arrived there ...
Mar 13, 2022 Image from KV Fire Division Chief Shawn White
