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HubCap Comedy Festival gears up for 26th year
Posted 20 January 2026

HubCap Comedy Festival gears up for 26th year

The HubCap Comedy Festival is preparing to bring more than 30 comedy shows to Greater Moncton as it marks its 26th year. Festival general manager Robert Gallant said the winter timing has always been part of the festival’s identity. “It’s definitely a time when we need it here,” he said, noting...

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Queens approves $54.3‑million capital plan with major infrastructure focus
Posted 20 January 2026

Queens approves $54.3‑million capital plan with major infrastructure focus

The Region of Queens has approved a new five‑year, $54.3‑million capital investment plan, clearing the way for municipal staff to begin preparing tenders ahead of the spring construction season. More than half of the spending — roughly $27 million — is budgeted for the upcoming fiscal year....

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NSFM President says communication failures worsened latest power outage
Posted 20 January 2026

NSFM President says communication failures worsened latest power outage

Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities President and Bridgewater Mayor David Mitchell says Nova Scotia Power’s communication during the province’s latest outage was the worst he’s seen — and left municipalities scrambling as the blackout stretched from Sunday night into Monday morning, with...

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Help needed to find alcohol theft suspects in Eastern Passage
Posted 20 January 2026

Help needed to find alcohol theft suspects in Eastern Passage

RCMP are looking for the public’s help to identify the people pictured. They are searching for them in relation to alcohol thefts from a store on Cow Bay Road in Eastern Passage that occurred on October 10, 2025. If you have information on these incidents or recognize these people, contact RCMP...

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Local animal shelter supporting pet owners facing rising costs
Posted 20 January 2026

Local animal shelter supporting pet owners facing rising costs

Over 1900 animals have been dropped off at Moncton’s local animal shelter within the last year, according to People for Animal Wellbeing. They average around 150 animals being cared for during the peak summer months. “ are making difficult decisions; the cost of everything is rising. We want to...

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Basketball star named chef de mission for Canada Games
Posted 20 January 2026

Basketball star named chef de mission for Canada Games

A former Olympian will lead New Brunswick to the Canada Winter Games next year. Dianne Norman was named chef de mission last week. Norman is considered one of the greatest female basketball players in New Brunswick. She represented Canada at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, and the 2000 Games in...

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Codiac RCMP to launch new social media page
Posted 20 January 2026

Codiac RCMP to launch new social media page

A new Facebook page for the Codiac Regional RCMP. RCMP Superintendent Benoit Jolette explained the purpose of the page to Moncton City Council this week, “This new Facebook page is not going to be monitored 24/7, but it allows us to share a lot more of the day-to-day stuff. On the New Brunswick...

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New supports available for Nova Scotian’s with disabilities
Posted 20 January 2026

New supports available for Nova Scotian’s with disabilities

Nova Scotian’s with disabilities will have more independence when it comes to where they live with the launch of the new HomeShare program. Starting today, participants can choose to share a home with an established support provider in the community of their choice. Each match is based on...

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Digital signs provide real-time info for Halifax bridges
Posted 20 January 2026

Digital signs provide real-time info for Halifax bridges

You may have noticed digital signs as you approach the Macdonald and MacKay bridges in the Halifax area. In a media release the province says it is an early step in a transportation system that is “smarter, more informative and able to respond dynamically to road conditions.” There are 11 signs...

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Cape Breton Eagles to take fan questions at ‘Town Hall’
Posted 20 January 2026

Cape Breton Eagles to take fan questions at ‘Town Hall’

A chance to ask questions about the Cape Breton Eagles. Staff members are holding a town hall Wednesday night at 6 in the main concourse of Centre 200. General Manager Sylvain Courturier, Head Coach Jason Clarke and President Joey Haddad will discuss the recent trade deadline, the march to the...

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