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Air Canada flight attendant strike worries N.B. business leaders
Posted 12 August 2025

Air Canada flight attendant strike worries N.B. business leaders

Two New Brunswick chambers of commerce say a possible strike by Air Canada flight attendants could disrupt air travel and hurt the economy. The chambers in Saint John and Fredericton are calling on the federal government to be prepared in case talks break down. The flight attendants, represented...

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‘It’s more than just a bookstore’: Riverview’s Cover to Cover Books and its 20-year bond with readers
Posted 12 August 2025

‘It’s more than just a bookstore’: Riverview’s Cover to Cover Books and its 20-year bond with readers

Cover to Cover Books in Riverview has kept readers coming back for 20 years, even as digital reading grows. It’s built a reputation for personal service, lasting relationships and a deep commitment to the local reading community. Crystal Wolfe, president of the independent bookstore, first...

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Wildfire burning in Susies Lake area of Halifax
Posted 12 August 2025

Wildfire burning in Susies Lake area of Halifax

A wildfire has broken out in the Susies Lake area of Halifax, the Department of Natural Resources confirms. The size is not yet known, but large columns of smoke are visible across the city. DNR is managing the evacuation of a commercial building on Dugger McNeil Drive. A DNR helicopter and four...

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2 arrested after shots fired, police chase near Saint John
Posted 12 August 2025

2 arrested after shots fired, police chase near Saint John

A man and a teen have been arrested after a firearm incident that led to a police chase near Saint John. Officers responded to reports of possible shots fired on Plateau Crescent in Willow Grove around 3:40 p.m. on Sunday. Witnesses also reported seeing a beige or gold Chevrolet Impala fleeing...

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Witness thousands of sandpipers at Interpretive Centre
Posted 12 August 2025

Witness thousands of sandpipers at Interpretive Centre

It’s a performance by tens of thousands of Semi-Palmated Sandpipers. They’re making their annual stop on their migration from the Arctic. “They need that energy to get down to South America, and that’s what brings them to the mud flats of the Bay of Fundy is the abundant space for them to go to...

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New Brunswickers grateful for efforts of wildfire personnel
Posted 12 August 2025

New Brunswickers grateful for efforts of wildfire personnel

New Brunswickers are expressing their thanks to those battling wildfires in the province. Moncton, Riverview and Dieppe firefighters have been assisting the Department of Natural Resources to battle an out-of-control blaze in Irishtown. Riverview Mayor Andrew Leblanc expressed his gratitude...

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Reminders and reassurances for Riverview residents about water supplies
Posted 12 August 2025

Reminders and reassurances for Riverview residents about water supplies

Reassurances from the Town of Riverview about the water supply during dry conditions, and a lack of rain. Riverview Town Councillor Heath Johnson posed the question during this week’s Town Council meeting. The City of Moncton provides the water supply.    Riverview’s Director of Public Works,...

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Work along Saint John’s McAllister Drive begins Wednesday
Posted 12 August 2025

Work along Saint John’s McAllister Drive begins Wednesday

Expect some delays along a busy Saint John street over the next few weeks. Part of McAllister Drive will be down to one lane in each direction starting Wednesday. Crews will be replacing water infrastructure between Mountain View Drive and Loch Lomond Road. “Motorists should expect delays and...

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Halifax city hall adds security screening
Posted 12 August 2025

Halifax city hall adds security screening

New security measures at Halifax City Hall. An airport-style baggage x-ray machine and walk-through metal detector will be in operation as of Monday. The municipality says it’s to increase safety for employees and visitors that attend council and other meetings. You’ll have to remove your bag,...

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N.S. warden hopes we avoid repeat of 2023 wildfires
Posted 12 August 2025

N.S. warden hopes we avoid repeat of 2023 wildfires

The warden of Barrington says we can’t have a repeat of 2023. As Nova Scotia continues to enforce a ban on activity in the woods, many on social media have complained the province is going too far. Shaun Hatfield says we have to remember the devastation of the 23,000 hectare Barrington Lake...

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