by Alex AllanPremier Susan Holt said the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI) prioritizes safety when considering evening or overnight road and bridge work. She explained that reduced visibility, increased accident risk, and the cost are a few key factors in those decisions. Holt spoke with...
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by Caitlin SnowHighway 104 in Havre Boucher is closed as emergency crews fight a vehicle fire. RCMP say it is near exit 38. Expect delays.
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by Alex AllanA man from Scoudouc, near Moncton, has died following a motorcycle crash that is believed to have involved a moose in northeastern New Brunswick. RCMP reported that a collision occurred on Route 11 in Bertrand around 10:01 p.m. on Saturday. The 60-year-old man, who was the only rider, was taken...
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by Caitlin SnowThe union representing more than 10,000 Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge flight attendants says members have voted overwhelmingly in favor of strike action, Tuesday. In a press release, CUPE says the vote was 99.7 per cent in favour of walking off the job if necessary. It comes after months of...
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by Tim DavidsonAn Integrity Commissioner’s report on the comments of Dryden councillor Ritch Noel has found two contraventions of the Code of Conduct. There were several complaints about a Facebook post Noel made about an Eagle Lake resident, who had passed away. But Noel says he won’t apologize for his...
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by Caitlin SnowThere is about to be a mandatory conservation order in the Town of Antigonish. It includes all residential and business customers in the Town and fringe areas. These activities are banned: watering your lawn, trees, shrubs, flower beds and vegetable gardens filling pools washing walkways,...
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by Tim DavidsonThe federal government is committing $1.2 billion to support the softwood lumber industry. Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a four-pillar plan. He says that includes financial support for lumber companies as a result of new US duties. “The first pillar is to give our companies that need...
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by Caitlin SnowHalifax council has reversed their decision to make Morris Street one way after a strong ultimatum from the premier. Several councillors supported the decision to forge ahead, while others thought it best to take a step back for more consultation with organizations concerned about the bike...
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by Brad PerryA heads up if you are a frequent user of the Riverfront Trail in Moncton. Part of the trail at Hal Betts Field, near Foundry Street, is closed for several weeks. The closure is to allow for the realignment of storm pipe and site servicing for a new development. City officials said the closure,...
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by Brad PerryA growing Saint John festival is getting support from the federal government. International Culturefest, organized by the Saint John Newcomers Centre, is receiving $61,000. The announcement was made during this year’s festival, which took place over the weekend. “The festival continues to be a...
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