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N.B. premier expresses support for Israel
Posted 10 October 2023

N.B. premier expresses support for Israel

The premier of New Brunswick is expressing support for Israel after this weekend’s terrorist attacks. “New Brunswick condemns the terrorist attacks against Israel,” Premier Blaine Higgs said in a social media post on Sunday. “We mourn the loss of innocent civilian lives and our prayers are with...

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New tool assists families if a fire breaks out
Posted 10 October 2023

New tool assists families if a fire breaks out

A new tool will teach families how to react when there is a fire in their home. Three mobile fire prevention trailers,  designed as a kitchen and a bedroom will allow families an opportunity for a hands-on learning experience in a fire situation. Local firefighters will assist by teaching the...

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Registration underway for local Santa Claus parades
Posted 10 October 2023

Registration underway for local Santa Claus parades

There is no snow on the ground yet, but preparations are underway for this year’s Santa Claus parades. The uptown Saint John parade takes place at 6 p.m. on Nov. 18, followed by the Lancaster parade at 1 p.m. on Nov. 25. “Community” is the theme for both parades and the registration deadline is...

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Local sports for Tuesday, October 10th
Posted 10 October 2023

Local sports for Tuesday, October 10th

The Dryden Eagles Football team has improved to 3-2 in the Winnipeg High School Football. The Eagles downed the Daniel McIntyre Maroons 35-14 Friday afternoon. Dryden led 29-0 at the half. The Eagles now prepare for their Homecoming game against the St. Norbert Celtics on Friday. That game is a...

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Moncton man last seen on September 8
Posted 10 October 2023

Moncton man last seen on September 8

A request for help to locate a missing 47-year-old Moncton man. RCMP say Shawn Sowden was last seen on High Street on September 8 but wasn’t reported missing until October 6. Sowden is around 5’10 and weighs between 180 pounds and 220 pounds. He has blue eyes and is balding with grey and white...

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Limited annular solar eclipse sighting for Canadians
Posted 10 October 2023

Limited annular solar eclipse sighting for Canadians

An annular solar eclipse is expected on Saturday, October 14th, but Canadians will not get the full effect. Backyard Astronomer Gary Boyle says what’s also known as a ring of fire eclipse can be seen in the United States, “It’ll be an annular eclipse that will be seen through the United States...

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Missing PEI woman last seen in Moncton in June 2023
Posted 10 October 2023

Missing PEI woman last seen in Moncton in June 2023

New information about a missing PEI woman, with a connection to Moncton. Thirty-year-old Élora Patoine was reported missing in October 2022. RCMP has now learned her last known sighting was on Albert Street in Moncton. This was identified using a new PEI Missing Persons Act as part of their...

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Dartmouth man facing slew of charges after police chase in Lake Echo
Posted 10 October 2023

Dartmouth man facing slew of charges after police chase in Lake Echo

A Dartmouth man is facing a slew of charges after a police chase in Lake Echo. RCMP say it was Saturday afternoon around 3pm on Highway 7 when a GMC Terrain drove away from a traffic stop. When officers found the vehicle, it was on Linda Lane, a dead-end street. One 34-year-old passenger got out...

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Registration underway for 2023 Greater Moncton Santa Claus parade
Posted 10 October 2023

Registration underway for 2023 Greater Moncton Santa Claus parade

No snow on the ground yet, but preparations are underway for next month’s Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus parade. The deadline to register your group or business is November 14th. This year’s theme is The World Celebrates the Season. The parade will be held on November 25 in downtown Moncton,...

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Lockeport man facing firearms charges
Posted 10 October 2023

Lockeport man facing firearms charges

A young man is facing over a dozen charges in Shelburne County. It’s related to assault, firearms, uttering threats and impaired driving. The 19-year old from Lockeport was arrested late Friday night after a traffic stop in West Green Harbour. Earlier, Shelburne RCMP learned the man allegedly...

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