by NewsPlease note the following changes to regular schedules at City of Moncton facilities over the holidays: City Hall — closing at noon on Dec. 22 and Dec. 29, closed Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1 Crossman Community Centre-Kay Arena — closing at noon on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31; closed Dec. 25; open Jan. 1...
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by Brad PerryThe Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) has been granted public interest standing in its Policy 713 lawsuit. It is suing the provincial government over controversial changes made to its gender identity policy in schools. Teachers can no longer verbally use a child under 16’s preferred...
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by Evan TaylorIn the pursuit of ensuring seamless access to healthcare, the Western Regional Health Network is actively examining the crucial role that cellphones and network coverage play in this equation. To delve deeper into the challenges faced by residents experiencing cell service outages, the network...
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by Adam RileyA holiday heads up for those unsure of where to put the wrapping paper after it has been torn off of any gifts received over the weekend. Throw it out. Wrapping paper, especially the glittery, coloured and/or metallic wrapping paper is heavily saturated with dye and contains very little fibre...
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by Brad PerryTwo organizations representing New Brunswick municipalities want urgent action on municipal fiscal reform. A joint news release was issued by the Union of Municipalities of New Brunswick (UMNB) and the Cities of New Brunswick Association (CNBA) earlier this week. It followed the release of a...
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by Evan TaylorResidents served by the Region of Queens Water Utility can anticipate a welcomed relief in their upcoming quarterly water bills. Effective January 1, 2024, customers will benefit from a one-time 70% reduction in their water consumption rate, courtesy of a decision by the Nova Scotia Utility and...
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by Adam RileyA decision made by Ontario’s Energy Board has a member of the Ford cabinet pledging to step in. According to Energy Minister Todd Smith, the decision by the OEB would increase the cost of construction of new homes by tens of thousands of dollars, by reducing the period of time spread out for the...
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by Tara ClowCrossing the Confederation Bridge won’t cost you more in 2024. The Government of Canada has frozen rates for the second year. Currently Strait Crossing Bridge Limited charges $50.25 for a two-axle vehicle. $8.50 for each additional axle, and $20 for a motorcycle. Minister of Transport, Pablo...
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by Tara ClowA 26-year-old Fredericton man has been arrested in connection with a child pornography investigation. On April 5, 2023, members of the RCMP ICE Unit, along with members of the Fredericton Police Force and the RCMP’s Digital Forensic Services, searched a residence in Fredericton. Police...
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by Tim DavidsonThe Fort Frances Muskies took three of four games played in winter court sport action against the Dryden Eagles. The Dryden’ junior boys basketball team remains undefeated after downing the Muskies by a score of 57-40 on Thursday. Emmerson Moir poured in 27 points and Val Naybe had 16 to pace...
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