by Randy ThomsAmid a province-wide liquor store workers strike, the provincial government points out where alcohol, beer and wine are still being sold. It has released a highly detailed online map, pointing out the location of more than 1,000 LCBO agency stores, breweries, wineries, wine shops and...
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by Brad PerryMore than 50 iconic landmarks and buildings across the country will be illuminated to honour the Canadian Paralympic Team. It is part of nationwide celebration marking 50 days to the Paralympic Games being held in Paris. There are three landmarks here in Moncton: the Avenir Centre, Downing...
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by Brad PerryA third person will represent New Brunswick at the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Track and field athlete Craig Thorne has been selected to compete in the men’s 110-metre hurdles. The Quispamsis was nominated to compete last week after winning his second national title just days...
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In his own words, local artist Ken Robichaud became enamoured with Lego when they introduced Star Wars build sets in 1999. However, it wasn’t until 2012 when Lego partnered with Marvel Avengers that he decided to build himself a wearable Captain America Shield. Now he’s showing more than 10...
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Building permit activity in the City of Moncton significantly increased during the second quarter of 2024. City officials said 437 permits totalling $92.2 million were issued. Year to date, building permits amount to $148.6 million, indicating a 50 per cent increase from last year’s $99 million....
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by Brad PerryChanges are coming to the federal dental care program in order to get more providers on board. Health Minister Mark Holland said they can now bill Sun Life Financial directly on a claim-by-claim basis. Holland said that means there is no longer a need for providers to officially participate in...
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by Chloe HannanA national event is highlighting historic sites across Thunder Bay. Historic Places Days is a week-long, national event that shines a spotlight on historic places. People are encouraged to visit these sites and check out the events happening there. The annual event is organized by The National...
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by Tara ClowA New Brunswick seniors advocate says long-term care home waiting lists are at their highest level ever. Executive Director for the Seniors Coalition Cecile Cassista says over 1000 seniors are waiting to get into homes, and more than 500 are in hospital. “I was alarmed and I thought there’s...
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by Evan TaylorThe Big Ex is concerned about what not having a local livestock veterinarian will mean for them in the future. In June, South Shore Veterinary Hospital announced they’d be ceasing large animal services in the fall, and suspending equine services as of August 16. South Shore Veterinary Hospital...
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by Tim DavidsonDryden motorists will have to find an alternate route tonight if they use the Duke Street overpass. The road will be closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic from 9 this evening until 6 tomorrow morning. The City of Dryden suggests using an alternate route. The detours may be congested, and...
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