Updated July31/09
Calais Maine is celebrating there 200th birthday today. Mayor Vinton Cassidy tells tide news there will plenty to celebrate on both sides of the border:
Cassidy says the Mayor from St John and the Mayor from St Stephen will be in Calais to celebrate this day. Back in 1909 the city of Calais was officially named.
Friday, July 31, 2009
New Fisheries Service Centre Now Open
Updated July31/09
The Fisheries Service Centre on Campobello Island is now open.The announcement was made yesterday by The Federal Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Gail shea . The project is part of an overall DFO accommodation strategy for Southwest New Brunswick that has already seen new offices built over the last three years in Grand Manan Island and St. George.The new building was built by a Campobello Island contractor using local materials and suppliers.
The Fisheries Service Centre on Campobello Island is now open.The announcement was made yesterday by The Federal Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Gail shea . The project is part of an overall DFO accommodation strategy for Southwest New Brunswick that has already seen new offices built over the last three years in Grand Manan Island and St. George.The new building was built by a Campobello Island contractor using local materials and suppliers.
Kier on Tidal Power
Updated July31/09
Energy Minister Jack Kier says without a doubt, they will harness the tidal energy of the Bay of Fundy. Kier tells Tide News, it's just a matter of time before Irving Oil and the Huntsman Marine Science Centre determine what type of equipment will be needed to survive the high tides of the Bay.
Kier says the Bay of Fundy is a pretty rough environment but private investors will eventually make a break through.
Energy Minister Jack Kier says without a doubt, they will harness the tidal energy of the Bay of Fundy. Kier tells Tide News, it's just a matter of time before Irving Oil and the Huntsman Marine Science Centre determine what type of equipment will be needed to survive the high tides of the Bay.
Kier says the Bay of Fundy is a pretty rough environment but private investors will eventually make a break through.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Lotto Deadline
Updated July29/09
The second prize for a record-breaking 6-49 jackpot is still going unclaimed in the province.The Atlantic Lottery Corporation says the second prize winning ticket was sold in Westmorland County last summer and is worth 220 thousand dollars.
The ticket was sold for the August 8th 6-49 draw worth 43 million dollars. The top prize was split two ways in Ontario and Quebec. The deadline to claim the second prize is next Saturday.
The second prize for a record-breaking 6-49 jackpot is still going unclaimed in the province.The Atlantic Lottery Corporation says the second prize winning ticket was sold in Westmorland County last summer and is worth 220 thousand dollars.
The ticket was sold for the August 8th 6-49 draw worth 43 million dollars. The top prize was split two ways in Ontario and Quebec. The deadline to claim the second prize is next Saturday.
Lepreau Delays
Updated July29/09
The provincial Opposition Leader is voicing continued concerns over the mounting costs of the Point Lepreau refurbishment. The 1.4 billion dollar project is now at least 150 million dollars over budget--and--that extra cost was for a five month timeline extention. The project is now seven months behind schedule and expected to be finished early next year.
David Alward says a non-partisan committee should be set up to oversee the work and promote trans-parency and account-ability.
The provincial Opposition Leader is voicing continued concerns over the mounting costs of the Point Lepreau refurbishment. The 1.4 billion dollar project is now at least 150 million dollars over budget--and--that extra cost was for a five month timeline extention. The project is now seven months behind schedule and expected to be finished early next year.
David Alward says a non-partisan committee should be set up to oversee the work and promote trans-parency and account-ability.
Price of Gas Continues to Climb
Updated July30/09
The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's weekly price schedule which shows the maximum retail for a litre of gasoline is 96.2 which is up just over two cents from seven days ago. Most stations in St Stephen are advertising gas for 97.0 even today.
Diesel is up almost three cents coming in 95.4, furnace oil takes a jump of almost four cents to 77.1 and propane is only up percentage points at 81.8.
The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's weekly price schedule which shows the maximum retail for a litre of gasoline is 96.2 which is up just over two cents from seven days ago. Most stations in St Stephen are advertising gas for 97.0 even today.
Diesel is up almost three cents coming in 95.4, furnace oil takes a jump of almost four cents to 77.1 and propane is only up percentage points at 81.8.
Oak Bay Camp Ground Now Open
Updated July30/09
Heading into the long weekend campers will be happy to hear the closed sign is officially down at the Oak Bay camp ground. The new Camp Ground Manager Joe Moffit tells tide news he can't say enough on how much this means to him to finally open for the season.He says alot of hard work and long hours but finally the camp ground is ready for business.
Moffit says there is roughly 80 sites that are now available. He says there is still some work that has to be completed but the majority is done. To open the camp ground was roughly $25,000.00 dollars to upgrade the premise. The tender is a ten year contract.
Heading into the long weekend campers will be happy to hear the closed sign is officially down at the Oak Bay camp ground. The new Camp Ground Manager Joe Moffit tells tide news he can't say enough on how much this means to him to finally open for the season.He says alot of hard work and long hours but finally the camp ground is ready for business.
Moffit says there is roughly 80 sites that are now available. He says there is still some work that has to be completed but the majority is done. To open the camp ground was roughly $25,000.00 dollars to upgrade the premise. The tender is a ten year contract.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Point Lepreau
Updated July29/09
Opposition Leader David Alward is concerned about the delays in the Point Lepreau refurbishment, and its potential cost to New Brunswick ratepayers.
The project was originally pegged at a cost of $1.4 billion, however, the continuous delays are costing New Brunswickers more and more each day. The extra cost was originally estimated to be over $150 million when the project was only five and a half months behind schedule. It is now seven months behind schedule, and said to be completed in early 2010.
Opposition Leader David Alward is concerned about the delays in the Point Lepreau refurbishment, and its potential cost to New Brunswick ratepayers.
The project was originally pegged at a cost of $1.4 billion, however, the continuous delays are costing New Brunswickers more and more each day. The extra cost was originally estimated to be over $150 million when the project was only five and a half months behind schedule. It is now seven months behind schedule, and said to be completed in early 2010.
Celebration in Harvey
updated July29/09
Final preparations are underway for the Don Messer Centennial Celebration in Harvey Station. The events takes place in an 800-seat tent beside the rec centre, just up the hill from Harvey's famous giant fiddle. Messer, who was born and raised in nearby Tweedside, was one of Canada's most beloved entertainers. He will be celebrated with concerts, musical jams, an outdoor inter-faith church service and much more. This take place through august 1st to the 8th.
Final preparations are underway for the Don Messer Centennial Celebration in Harvey Station. The events takes place in an 800-seat tent beside the rec centre, just up the hill from Harvey's famous giant fiddle. Messer, who was born and raised in nearby Tweedside, was one of Canada's most beloved entertainers. He will be celebrated with concerts, musical jams, an outdoor inter-faith church service and much more. This take place through august 1st to the 8th.
Moosehead Has a Hit
Updated July29/09
It appears Moosehead Breweries has a hit on it's hands. Moosehead Light Lime is the companies most successful launch of a brand in the past 25 years with 1.2 million bottles sold since June.27th. It was only available here and over on the Island for the first month but cases are being delivered to Nova Scotia this week.
President Andrew Oland says the product has exceeded their expectations and they are thrilled with the response. Production at the brewery has had to increase to meet the demand which means extra shifts for staff. Light Lime is the breweries second new product this year.......Cracked Canoe hit NB Liquor store shelves back in the spring.
It appears Moosehead Breweries has a hit on it's hands. Moosehead Light Lime is the companies most successful launch of a brand in the past 25 years with 1.2 million bottles sold since June.27th. It was only available here and over on the Island for the first month but cases are being delivered to Nova Scotia this week.
President Andrew Oland says the product has exceeded their expectations and they are thrilled with the response. Production at the brewery has had to increase to meet the demand which means extra shifts for staff. Light Lime is the breweries second new product this year.......Cracked Canoe hit NB Liquor store shelves back in the spring.
Milk Cartons Can be Recycled
Update July29/09
Beginning next month, you will be able to recycle all your milk cartons. Public Education Officer with the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission Brenda MacCallum tells Tide News, you could always recycle the plastic jugs and the bags.
This new set up is conjunction with the Waste Commissions new five to three bin sorting facility. This means their fleet of trucks will be able to pick up more material at one stop. Things get started the first two weeks of next month.
Beginning next month, you will be able to recycle all your milk cartons. Public Education Officer with the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission Brenda MacCallum tells Tide News, you could always recycle the plastic jugs and the bags.
This new set up is conjunction with the Waste Commissions new five to three bin sorting facility. This means their fleet of trucks will be able to pick up more material at one stop. Things get started the first two weeks of next month.
Construction in St. George
Update July29/09
Construction will start today in St George.Motorists are advised that the Magaguadavic River # 2 Upper Bridge located on Main Street will be reduced to one lane . Transportation Minister Denis Landry says the construction in the amount of $80,000 dollars is expected to last four weeks, weather permitting. Traffic lights will be in place to assist the flow of traffic. Keep in mind Fines have doubled if you are caught speeding in construction zones.
Construction will start today in St George.Motorists are advised that the Magaguadavic River # 2 Upper Bridge located on Main Street will be reduced to one lane . Transportation Minister Denis Landry says the construction in the amount of $80,000 dollars is expected to last four weeks, weather permitting. Traffic lights will be in place to assist the flow of traffic. Keep in mind Fines have doubled if you are caught speeding in construction zones.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Man Dies of His Injuries
Update July28/09
A second person had died as the result of a crash in McAdam last week. On July 23, a head on collision between two vehicles claimed the life of Tabitha Kitchen of McAdam. Three young children in Kitchen’s vehicle were taken to hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.
The driver of the second vehicle, 75 year old Blake Maclean of Harvey, NB succumbed to his injuries on Sunday at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
A second person had died as the result of a crash in McAdam last week. On July 23, a head on collision between two vehicles claimed the life of Tabitha Kitchen of McAdam. Three young children in Kitchen’s vehicle were taken to hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.
The driver of the second vehicle, 75 year old Blake Maclean of Harvey, NB succumbed to his injuries on Sunday at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Refinery Decision Reax
Updated July 28/09
A prominent economist with the University of Alberta says now is not the time to add capacity to refining operations and Irving Oil made the right decision to halt plans for its proposed second refinery. Andre Plourde tells our news department , more people are buying smaller, fuel efficient and hybrid vehicles but that doesn't mean a second refinery won't be a good idea in the future.
Plourde says in the long term there will be a return in increased demand as the economy rebounds from the recession.
A prominent economist with the University of Alberta says now is not the time to add capacity to refining operations and Irving Oil made the right decision to halt plans for its proposed second refinery. Andre Plourde tells our news department , more people are buying smaller, fuel efficient and hybrid vehicles but that doesn't mean a second refinery won't be a good idea in the future.
Plourde says in the long term there will be a return in increased demand as the economy rebounds from the recession.
UPDATE ON LEPREAU UPGRADE
update July28/09
The refurbishment at Point Lepreau has reached an important milestone, but the project is now seven months behind schedule. NB Power spokeswoman Heather MacLean says crews have completed the removal of 380 tubes from the heart of the reactor which completes the reactor disassembly.
It is the first time a Candu-6 reactor has been refurbished and MacLean says the use of specialized tools for the job took longer than expected. The project was originally expected to cost $1.4 billion and would have seen the reactor back online in September but it will now be next year.
The refurbishment at Point Lepreau has reached an important milestone, but the project is now seven months behind schedule. NB Power spokeswoman Heather MacLean says crews have completed the removal of 380 tubes from the heart of the reactor which completes the reactor disassembly.
It is the first time a Candu-6 reactor has been refurbished and MacLean says the use of specialized tools for the job took longer than expected. The project was originally expected to cost $1.4 billion and would have seen the reactor back online in September but it will now be next year.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Wet and Wild Weather for the Weekend
Update July24/09
Environment Canada has posted a warning for some wild weather this weekend. They are tracking a system developing over the Atlantic south of New York. It will lie over Maine today and expected to make the shift into our area today and tonight.
Rain at times is expected to be heavy and howling winds approaching gale force near the coast. Forecaster's tell us with this kind of combination, there could be flooding in some low lying area's. The full forecast is coming up shortly.
Environment Canada has posted a warning for some wild weather this weekend. They are tracking a system developing over the Atlantic south of New York. It will lie over Maine today and expected to make the shift into our area today and tonight.
Rain at times is expected to be heavy and howling winds approaching gale force near the coast. Forecaster's tell us with this kind of combination, there could be flooding in some low lying area's. The full forecast is coming up shortly.
Fatal Crash
Updated July24/09
A woman is dead and four other people are hurt following a two-vehicle accident between Harvey and McAdam yesterday. RCMP Sgt. Claude Tremblay says a pickup truck and a van collided around noon on Route 4 near Christie's Ridge. He says the woman driving the van was killed, while three young children in the vehicle and the man driving the truck were taken to hospital in Fredericton.
Tremblay says some of the injuries are serious.
A woman is dead and four other people are hurt following a two-vehicle accident between Harvey and McAdam yesterday. RCMP Sgt. Claude Tremblay says a pickup truck and a van collided around noon on Route 4 near Christie's Ridge. He says the woman driving the van was killed, while three young children in the vehicle and the man driving the truck were taken to hospital in Fredericton.
Tremblay says some of the injuries are serious.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Grand Manan Ferry Down
updated July23/09 5:54am
Those who use the Grand Manan Five Ferry on a daily basis have had their schedule interrupted this week. The vessel has broken down twice and remains dry-docked until a replacement part arrives from Europe. Coastal Transport spokes-person Murray Ryder tells Tide News, the first break down happened on Sunday and then the final blow on Monday
Ryder says the parts should be here today. If everything stays on schedule, the 55-vehicle vessel should be back cutting through the water Tomorrow Morning.
Those who use the Grand Manan Five Ferry on a daily basis have had their schedule interrupted this week. The vessel has broken down twice and remains dry-docked until a replacement part arrives from Europe. Coastal Transport spokes-person Murray Ryder tells Tide News, the first break down happened on Sunday and then the final blow on Monday
Ryder says the parts should be here today. If everything stays on schedule, the 55-vehicle vessel should be back cutting through the water Tomorrow Morning.
Minister Goes Above and Beyond
Updated July23/09 5:52am
Fisheries Minister Rick Doucette has been taking on some new responsibilites the past few days with the ferry down. He tells Tide News, to accomodate some of the people caught in the long line-ups, he has been using his own vehicle as a shuttle service:
Doucette says you never know what you will be doing from day to day in Provincial politics and this is a new chapter for the book.
Fisheries Minister Rick Doucette has been taking on some new responsibilites the past few days with the ferry down. He tells Tide News, to accomodate some of the people caught in the long line-ups, he has been using his own vehicle as a shuttle service:
Doucette says you never know what you will be doing from day to day in Provincial politics and this is a new chapter for the book.
Gas Prices Are Up
Updated July 23/09 5:51am
After a month of steady decline, gas prices are back on the upward swing. The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's weekly price schedule which shows the maximum price for a litre of self-serve going for 93.4 which is up just under two cents from a week ago.
Disel is up almost two cents at well with a maximum price tag of 92.5, furnace oil is up almost three cents at 73.8 and propane comes in at 81.5 which is actually down almost two cents.
After a month of steady decline, gas prices are back on the upward swing. The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's weekly price schedule which shows the maximum price for a litre of self-serve going for 93.4 which is up just under two cents from a week ago.
Disel is up almost two cents at well with a maximum price tag of 92.5, furnace oil is up almost three cents at 73.8 and propane comes in at 81.5 which is actually down almost two cents.
Tour of Maritime Continues
Update July23/09 5:50
St. Stephen and Saint John are on the agenda today for the Standing Senate Committee on National Security and Defence. Chair Senator Colin Kenny and several of his colleaugues including Senator Joseph Day have been visiting Maritime border crossings and points of entry this week. This morning at 11am.....the senator's will be at the Marco Polo Cruise terminal. CBSA officers will brief and answer questions on port operations and the use of detection equipment.
This afternoon at 1:30pm, CBSA will provide a tour of the new land border crossing in St. Stephen while briefing and answering questions from Senators on border crossing operations.
St. Stephen and Saint John are on the agenda today for the Standing Senate Committee on National Security and Defence. Chair Senator Colin Kenny and several of his colleaugues including Senator Joseph Day have been visiting Maritime border crossings and points of entry this week. This morning at 11am.....the senator's will be at the Marco Polo Cruise terminal. CBSA officers will brief and answer questions on port operations and the use of detection equipment.
This afternoon at 1:30pm, CBSA will provide a tour of the new land border crossing in St. Stephen while briefing and answering questions from Senators on border crossing operations.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
LATEST ON MAINE LNG PROJECT
Updated July 21/09
The Canadian ambassador to the United States Michael Wilson has told U-S regulators that Canada won't let ships have access to a liquefied natural gas terminal on Passamaquoddy Bay. Downeast L-N-G is building the plant in Robbinston, Maine. However, for ships to get there, they'll need to sail through Head Harbour Passage between Campobello and Deer Island's _ waters which Canada controls. Wilson says Canada maintains the right to control and regulate their use. Canada's opposition to the project is based on concerns about safety and the damage massive L-N-G tankers might cause to the local environment.
However Dean Girdis, president of Downeast L-N-G, says he's aware of the Canadian government's position but the project will go ahead regardless. He says they have legal analysis that says U-S ships have a right of passage. He also suggests Ottawa and the Province are working to protect Canadian interests.
The Canadian ambassador to the United States Michael Wilson has told U-S regulators that Canada won't let ships have access to a liquefied natural gas terminal on Passamaquoddy Bay. Downeast L-N-G is building the plant in Robbinston, Maine. However, for ships to get there, they'll need to sail through Head Harbour Passage between Campobello and Deer Island's _ waters which Canada controls. Wilson says Canada maintains the right to control and regulate their use. Canada's opposition to the project is based on concerns about safety and the damage massive L-N-G tankers might cause to the local environment.
However Dean Girdis, president of Downeast L-N-G, says he's aware of the Canadian government's position but the project will go ahead regardless. He says they have legal analysis that says U-S ships have a right of passage. He also suggests Ottawa and the Province are working to protect Canadian interests.
Travelling the skies with Saint John Airport
Updated July21/09
With most people in St. Stephen using the Bangor Airport to fly the friendly skies, the Saint John Airport wants to see how it can keep them in this country. Chair of the Airport Board of Directors Paul Doiron tells Tide news this Wednesday there will be an open house to share what is available for Charlotte county residents .
Doiron says it is important that they share what the airport offers to residents here in the border town. The open house is this Wednesday at the Milltown Legion starting at 2:00 until 5:00.
With most people in St. Stephen using the Bangor Airport to fly the friendly skies, the Saint John Airport wants to see how it can keep them in this country. Chair of the Airport Board of Directors Paul Doiron tells Tide news this Wednesday there will be an open house to share what is available for Charlotte county residents .
Doiron says it is important that they share what the airport offers to residents here in the border town. The open house is this Wednesday at the Milltown Legion starting at 2:00 until 5:00.
Teaching Conference
Updated July21/09
Seventy teachers are attending a conference to discuss how to best teach high school students. The conference is a part of the 21st Century Learning Initiative which began in six provincial english high schools.
Sir James Dunn Academy, in St. Andrews, will join the project where students take on projects that challenge them with real world issues requiring hands on use of math, science and literacy skills.
Seventy teachers are attending a conference to discuss how to best teach high school students. The conference is a part of the 21st Century Learning Initiative which began in six provincial english high schools.
Sir James Dunn Academy, in St. Andrews, will join the project where students take on projects that challenge them with real world issues requiring hands on use of math, science and literacy skills.
Seadogs Gearing Up For Season Five
Update July21/09
With training camp just weeks away, preperations continue in the front office of the Saint John Seadogs for season five. President Wayne Long tells Tide News, they would like to have 2300 tickets in the vault by the time the season opens:
Long admits alot of people may still be on the fence about the team with so many new faces but is confident, fans will like the product on the ice.
With training camp just weeks away, preperations continue in the front office of the Saint John Seadogs for season five. President Wayne Long tells Tide News, they would like to have 2300 tickets in the vault by the time the season opens:
Long admits alot of people may still be on the fence about the team with so many new faces but is confident, fans will like the product on the ice.
New License Plates Are Coming
Updated July 21/09
A newly designed provincial licence plate will be unveiled on New Brunswick Day. Conservation plates with three new designs will be available for $32 and regular plates with the new design will be $25.
Also new, owners of seasonal or antique vehicles will now have a single licence plate for their vehicles. The new plates will be available starting on the 4th of next month but getting one is optional.
A newly designed provincial licence plate will be unveiled on New Brunswick Day. Conservation plates with three new designs will be available for $32 and regular plates with the new design will be $25.
Also new, owners of seasonal or antique vehicles will now have a single licence plate for their vehicles. The new plates will be available starting on the 4th of next month but getting one is optional.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Man Jumps To His Death
Updated July20/09* 6:22
The Major Crime unit is still trying to piece together what caused a 44-year old man to leap off an over-pass on the weeked and fall to his death. On Friday night, there was a two vehicle crash around 9:30pm at the Grand Bay Westfield Exit in St John.
Police say the dead man was the driver of a vehicle heading north that left the road after it collided with a second vehicle, with four people in it. Officers say the man got out of his vehicle, ran past the other one and jumped over a guardrail.
The Major Crime unit is still trying to piece together what caused a 44-year old man to leap off an over-pass on the weeked and fall to his death. On Friday night, there was a two vehicle crash around 9:30pm at the Grand Bay Westfield Exit in St John.
Police say the dead man was the driver of a vehicle heading north that left the road after it collided with a second vehicle, with four people in it. Officers say the man got out of his vehicle, ran past the other one and jumped over a guardrail.
NB Power Power Bills
Updated July20/09 6:21
A reminder going out this morning just incase you have not heard the news.You can no longer pay your NB Power bill at their office at 83 Queen Street West. Utility Spokes-person Heather McLean tells Tide News, the are many other ways to pay power bills and it shows.
McLean says this new rule took effect at the start of the last month but staff is still working at the office if you have any questions or concerns.
A reminder going out this morning just incase you have not heard the news.You can no longer pay your NB Power bill at their office at 83 Queen Street West. Utility Spokes-person Heather McLean tells Tide News, the are many other ways to pay power bills and it shows.
McLean says this new rule took effect at the start of the last month but staff is still working at the office if you have any questions or concerns.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Gas Prices
updated July16/09
If your heading out of town this weekend you will be happy to hear this. The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's weekly price schedule and the maximum retail price for a litre of self-serve is 91.7. That is down almost a nickel from last week with most stations in St Stephen showing a posted pump price of 92.5.
Diesel is down almost four cents at 90.1 and furnace oil takes a nice hit as well dropping to 70.9. Propane is down almost four cents at 82.9.
If your heading out of town this weekend you will be happy to hear this. The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's weekly price schedule and the maximum retail price for a litre of self-serve is 91.7. That is down almost a nickel from last week with most stations in St Stephen showing a posted pump price of 92.5.
Diesel is down almost four cents at 90.1 and furnace oil takes a nice hit as well dropping to 70.9. Propane is down almost four cents at 82.9.
Two Vehicles Hit Head On
Update July16/09
A two vehicle accident cause major damage to both vehicles but both drivers walk away with only minor injuries. Calais police tell us Kyamarie Brown 19 of Baileyville was driving a black 1997 jeep and struck a tractor trailer head on driven by Roger Trafton 24 of St David Ridge on Baring Street in Calais. The accident happened around 5:15 yesterday afternoon.The damage to both vehicles is estimated to be $15,000.00.
A two vehicle accident cause major damage to both vehicles but both drivers walk away with only minor injuries. Calais police tell us Kyamarie Brown 19 of Baileyville was driving a black 1997 jeep and struck a tractor trailer head on driven by Roger Trafton 24 of St David Ridge on Baring Street in Calais. The accident happened around 5:15 yesterday afternoon.The damage to both vehicles is estimated to be $15,000.00.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
More money
Updated July15/09
More great news announced by the Provincial Government. The Government is investing $1.65 million in rural road infrastructure for chipsealing in Charlotte, St. John and Kings counties. This contract, awarded to Northern Construction Inc. includes 6.9 km on Deer Island, eight km in the St. George, Pennfield, Blacks Harbour areas and 26 km around St. Stephen.
The department is investing more than $1.5 million in ferry upgrades and refits along with improvements to wharfs and landings for the Grand Manan, Lady White Head, John E. Rigby and Deer Island Princess II vessels.
More great news announced by the Provincial Government. The Government is investing $1.65 million in rural road infrastructure for chipsealing in Charlotte, St. John and Kings counties. This contract, awarded to Northern Construction Inc. includes 6.9 km on Deer Island, eight km in the St. George, Pennfield, Blacks Harbour areas and 26 km around St. Stephen.
The department is investing more than $1.5 million in ferry upgrades and refits along with improvements to wharfs and landings for the Grand Manan, Lady White Head, John E. Rigby and Deer Island Princess II vessels.
Acadia Grows
Updated July15/09
Great news today. A Saint John based broadcasting company is expanding its reach in Northwestern Ontario -- Acadia Broadcasting which is the parent company of this radio station is purchasing two FM stations in Thunder Bay from Newcap Inc. The stations will join Acadia's stations in Dryden - Kenora - and - Fort Frances under its subsidiary company Northwoods Broadcasting Limited. The 4.5-million dollar deal is subject to approval by the Canadian Radio -Television and Telecommunications Commission. Acadia also owns and operates stations in St Stephen and Bridgewater.
Great news today. A Saint John based broadcasting company is expanding its reach in Northwestern Ontario -- Acadia Broadcasting which is the parent company of this radio station is purchasing two FM stations in Thunder Bay from Newcap Inc. The stations will join Acadia's stations in Dryden - Kenora - and - Fort Frances under its subsidiary company Northwoods Broadcasting Limited. The 4.5-million dollar deal is subject to approval by the Canadian Radio -Television and Telecommunications Commission. Acadia also owns and operates stations in St Stephen and Bridgewater.
King Street Construction
Update July 15/09
The bulk of the work for king street is complete. Director of operation Lee Johnson tells us the seal should be finished by the end of the day. Johnson says there will still be some odd and ends to clean up but the majority of construction will be finished today.
The bulk of the work for king street is complete. Director of operation Lee Johnson tells us the seal should be finished by the end of the day. Johnson says there will still be some odd and ends to clean up but the majority of construction will be finished today.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
More than $7.5 million for Charlotte County roads
Update July 14/ 09
12:45
The provincial government is investing more than $7.5 million to improve transportation infrastructure in Charlotte County. The investments were highlighted today by Transportation Minister Denis Landry and Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet. The Town of St. Stephen will receive $1.25 million over a five-year agreement to reconstruct King Street. The Town of St. George is receiving $150,000 for work on Route 172 (Fundy Bay Drive from Mount Pleasant Road to Mascarene Road). The Village of Blacks Harbour is receiving $95,000 for storm sewer upgrades on Route 176.
12:45
The provincial government is investing more than $7.5 million to improve transportation infrastructure in Charlotte County. The investments were highlighted today by Transportation Minister Denis Landry and Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet. The Town of St. Stephen will receive $1.25 million over a five-year agreement to reconstruct King Street. The Town of St. George is receiving $150,000 for work on Route 172 (Fundy Bay Drive from Mount Pleasant Road to Mascarene Road). The Village of Blacks Harbour is receiving $95,000 for storm sewer upgrades on Route 176.
Car hits utility pole
Update July 14/09
A man is lucky to be alive after hitting a utility pole yesterday afternoon. A man from the McAdam area was travelling north on highway 3 when he went off the road hitting a pole and landing on top of the wires. Rcmp says the man was reaching down to adjust his stereo when he went off the road. NB Power and Fire officials were on the scene to assist with the accident. The man was sent to hosiptal but later released with minor injuries.
A man is lucky to be alive after hitting a utility pole yesterday afternoon. A man from the McAdam area was travelling north on highway 3 when he went off the road hitting a pole and landing on top of the wires. Rcmp says the man was reaching down to adjust his stereo when he went off the road. NB Power and Fire officials were on the scene to assist with the accident. The man was sent to hosiptal but later released with minor injuries.
Construction Announcement
Updated July 14/09
There will be an announcement today from Transportation Minister Denis Landry and Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet on the construction activity and infrastructure upgrades in Charlotte County. This will take place at the construction site just west of the Blacks Harbour exit (Route 785) along Route 1.The announcement will be made at noon time.
There will be an announcement today from Transportation Minister Denis Landry and Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet on the construction activity and infrastructure upgrades in Charlotte County. This will take place at the construction site just west of the Blacks Harbour exit (Route 785) along Route 1.The announcement will be made at noon time.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Missing Person in Musquash
Updated July13/09
The Musquash Fire Department, River-Valley Ground Search and Rescue along with RCMP are combing an area near Musquash. This after the call went out about a missing person last night. No word on how old or whether it is a boy or girl they are looking for.
We have placed a call to RCMP for more details and are still waiting to hear back.
The Musquash Fire Department, River-Valley Ground Search and Rescue along with RCMP are combing an area near Musquash. This after the call went out about a missing person last night. No word on how old or whether it is a boy or girl they are looking for.
We have placed a call to RCMP for more details and are still waiting to hear back.
Structure fire
Updated July13/09
Nobody hurt after a house went up in flames yesterday in Upper Mills. St Stephen fire department along with Oak bay and Calais were on the scene for roughly two hours. St Stephen Fire Chief Jeff Richardson tells Tide news the fire started around 3:50 in the afternoon at 1549, 12 smith Rd in Upper Mills. The fire remains under investigation but we do know this is not connected with the rash of arsons that took place 2 weeks ago in the St Stephen area. The house was vacant.
Nobody hurt after a house went up in flames yesterday in Upper Mills. St Stephen fire department along with Oak bay and Calais were on the scene for roughly two hours. St Stephen Fire Chief Jeff Richardson tells Tide news the fire started around 3:50 in the afternoon at 1549, 12 smith Rd in Upper Mills. The fire remains under investigation but we do know this is not connected with the rash of arsons that took place 2 weeks ago in the St Stephen area. The house was vacant.
New River Station Bridge
Updated July13/09
The Department of Transportation is closing the New River Station Bridge #2 in the Lepreau area starting tomorrow. The 31 year old structure is getting some repairs.
The bridge is between Lepreau and Lake Utopia on what's commonly reffered to as the Old Saint John Highway. Work is expected to take about 2 weeks.
The Department of Transportation is closing the New River Station Bridge #2 in the Lepreau area starting tomorrow. The 31 year old structure is getting some repairs.
The bridge is between Lepreau and Lake Utopia on what's commonly reffered to as the Old Saint John Highway. Work is expected to take about 2 weeks.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Bay Of Fundy Moves On
The Bay of Fundy has cracked the top 77 in the global New 7 Wonders of Nature contest.The second phase of voting ended earlier this week narrowing down the original 440 locations down to 77. The next stage of the contest will have the New7Wonders independent panel of experts selecting 28 final candidate to be announced on July 21st.The Bay of Fundy is the only Canadian site to make it into the top 77.
Fundy Bay Keeper Concerned Over Bridge Repair
Repair work on the Mispec River Bridge is causing concern for the Conservation Council. It has reported to the Coast Guard and Environment Department that work crews on the bridge are sweeping concrete and old paint into the mouth of the river. Spokes-person Dave Thompson tells us, has hasn't been to the site but has received plenty of calls.
The endangered species Thompson is speaking of is one of the inner Bay of Fundy salmon populations. Thompson hopes if there is some wrong-doing, action will be taken before work on the bridge resumes on Monday.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Local Take on General Motors Bankruptcy
A business professor at the University of New Brunswick says the General Motors soap opera is about to begin.Barry Boothman tells us, GM has been able to emerge from bankruptcy protection much faster than anticipated, but is unsure what the public is going to think about it.Boothman says eliminating brands now, and experimenting with greener automobiles is coming a little late. He says brands such as Pontiac should have been phased out 10 to 15 years ago.Boothman says it's going to be hard for GM to pay back their government loans quickly because their debt was in the area of $172 billion dollars including assets
Small Optimism Dipped Slightly In New Brunswick
Business optimism among Canada's small business owners dipped last month despite hopeful signs earlier this year.The Canadian Federation of Independent Business shows decreases in provincial business optimism for the month of June.New Brunswick only slipped slightly going from 66.9 percent in May to 66.4.This province is showing the third highest level of optimism in the country coming in behind Prince Edward Island, and Saskatchewan.
Hache Getting Used to New Position
Still new to the porfolio, Education Minister Roland Hache says he's easing his way into the position.Hache tells us, he spent a long time as Minister of the Environment, and is enjoying the challenges with his new post.Hache recently announced $2.9 million dollars going towards reinstating educational support staff, and says next on the agenda is the transportation file.Hache says he is confident a solution can be figured out.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Public meeting tonight about CCCC
Updated July9/09
A public meeting is being held today by The Town of St. Stephen to answer questions on the environmental report of the proposed Budd Avenue Civic Centre . An independent assessment report released June 29 said the preferred Budd Avenue site is suitable for construction. The report concludes the site has traces of environmental con-tamination but falls within the environmental guidelines for commercial construction.The meeting will be at the St. Stephen Legion from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
A public meeting is being held today by The Town of St. Stephen to answer questions on the environmental report of the proposed Budd Avenue Civic Centre . An independent assessment report released June 29 said the preferred Budd Avenue site is suitable for construction. The report concludes the site has traces of environmental con-tamination but falls within the environmental guidelines for commercial construction.The meeting will be at the St. Stephen Legion from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Moose Licenses
Updated July9/09
There's a call to allow the killing of more moose in the province. The provincial wildlife federation wants the government to offer more tags for the three-day hunting season. Federation president Roland Michaud says the Department of Natural Resources has under-estimated the moose population. He says the possibility might be there to increase the quota significantly in some management zones.
This week, just over 34-hundred hunting licences were granted for the season.
There's a call to allow the killing of more moose in the province. The provincial wildlife federation wants the government to offer more tags for the three-day hunting season. Federation president Roland Michaud says the Department of Natural Resources has under-estimated the moose population. He says the possibility might be there to increase the quota significantly in some management zones.
This week, just over 34-hundred hunting licences were granted for the season.
More Swine Flu
Updated July9/09
The Health Department is confirming the first hospitalized case of the so called swine flu in the province. This is the seventh case of the H1N1 virus announced in two days.Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Paul Van Buynder says they received confirmation that a woman in her 30's from northern New Brunswick is currently recovering in the hospital.
This brings the total number of cases in the province to 17.
The Health Department is confirming the first hospitalized case of the so called swine flu in the province. This is the seventh case of the H1N1 virus announced in two days.Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Paul Van Buynder says they received confirmation that a woman in her 30's from northern New Brunswick is currently recovering in the hospital.
This brings the total number of cases in the province to 17.
Gas Prices
Updated July9/09
Drivers heading into another summer weekend will be happy to hear this. The price of gasoline has dropped by nearly 3 cents a litre. The Energy and Utilities Board has set its maximum price schedule with a litre of self-serve gasoline coming in at 99.3. Gas stations in St Stephen are posting a pump price of 97.2 cents a litre.
Diesel fuel has also dropped to land at a maximum of 97.4, while propane is about the same as yesterday at 97.4 cents a litre
Drivers heading into another summer weekend will be happy to hear this. The price of gasoline has dropped by nearly 3 cents a litre. The Energy and Utilities Board has set its maximum price schedule with a litre of self-serve gasoline coming in at 99.3. Gas stations in St Stephen are posting a pump price of 97.2 cents a litre.
Diesel fuel has also dropped to land at a maximum of 97.4, while propane is about the same as yesterday at 97.4 cents a litre
Bear Warning
Updated July 9/09
A family In St John got quite a surpise last night while cooking when they saw a bear with its nose pressed up against their kitchen window.There have been several sightings of bears over the past couple of weeks.Nobody was hurt but the bears are hungry this time of year and they are looking for food.
Just last week here at home the Calais Police Department had reported bear sightings in the Calais area. Calais Police is reminding residents to keep garbage indoors, bring in birdfeeders and grills as these will attract bears.So far we've had no reports of any beer incidents around the Charlotte County area.
A family In St John got quite a surpise last night while cooking when they saw a bear with its nose pressed up against their kitchen window.There have been several sightings of bears over the past couple of weeks.Nobody was hurt but the bears are hungry this time of year and they are looking for food.
Just last week here at home the Calais Police Department had reported bear sightings in the Calais area. Calais Police is reminding residents to keep garbage indoors, bring in birdfeeders and grills as these will attract bears.So far we've had no reports of any beer incidents around the Charlotte County area.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
How Much Rain Have We Had
Updated July8/09
So just how much rain has Charlotte County been soaked with over the past three weeks? With three days of sunshine in the forecast this week, we can look back and see just how miserable things have been. Since the 15th of last month, 135 millimeters has fallen since this past Sunday with the average being just over 60 millimeters. Evironment Canada Meteorologist Claude Cote tells Tide News, he has been doing this for awhile and can't remember this soggy of a start to the summer season. If the rain-fall amount didn't depress you.....this probuably will.........we haven't seen a full day of sunshine since June.17th.
So just how much rain has Charlotte County been soaked with over the past three weeks? With three days of sunshine in the forecast this week, we can look back and see just how miserable things have been. Since the 15th of last month, 135 millimeters has fallen since this past Sunday with the average being just over 60 millimeters. Evironment Canada Meteorologist Claude Cote tells Tide News, he has been doing this for awhile and can't remember this soggy of a start to the summer season. If the rain-fall amount didn't depress you.....this probuably will.........we haven't seen a full day of sunshine since June.17th.
NB Southern Railway Boost
Updated July8/09
Ottawa and Fredericton are investin $18 million dollars into New Brunswick Southern Railway for an upgrade. The company will provide the remainder of the funding for the project which is expected to create 35-40 jobs. The money will be used to replace, upgrade and improve the ties, steel rail, rail bed and bridges and upgrade the railway's terminals in Saint John and McAdam.
There will also be an upgrade to the mainline track from Saint John West to the border and from McAdam to St. Stephen.
Ottawa and Fredericton are investin $18 million dollars into New Brunswick Southern Railway for an upgrade. The company will provide the remainder of the funding for the project which is expected to create 35-40 jobs. The money will be used to replace, upgrade and improve the ties, steel rail, rail bed and bridges and upgrade the railway's terminals in Saint John and McAdam.
There will also be an upgrade to the mainline track from Saint John West to the border and from McAdam to St. Stephen.
Down-East LNG Report is Done
Updated July8/09
There is no mincing of words from Premiers Graham's office concerning the proposed LNG Terminal in Maine. Graham has completed and sent in a report on the Downeast LNG draft environmental impact statement. It says the project would have major impacts on the lives of those who live and work on Head Harbour Passage and Passamaquoddy Bay. The environment would be negatively affected, tourism- and environmental-based economy would suffer and the safety and security of the region could be compromised.
Graham will share the report with Prime Minister Harper in light of Ottawa's opposition to LNG vessel traffic through Head Harbour Passage.
There is no mincing of words from Premiers Graham's office concerning the proposed LNG Terminal in Maine. Graham has completed and sent in a report on the Downeast LNG draft environmental impact statement. It says the project would have major impacts on the lives of those who live and work on Head Harbour Passage and Passamaquoddy Bay. The environment would be negatively affected, tourism- and environmental-based economy would suffer and the safety and security of the region could be compromised.
Graham will share the report with Prime Minister Harper in light of Ottawa's opposition to LNG vessel traffic through Head Harbour Passage.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
MORE CANADIAN SOLDIERS ARE DEAD.
Updated July7/09
Compliments of the Canadian Press
Two Canadian soldiers, along with a British soldier, have been killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Brigadier-General Jonathan Vance identified the Canadians as 38-year-old Master Corporal Pat Audet and 25-year-old Corporal Martin Joannette. Vance says the incident was not related to insurgent activity.
The latest deaths bring to 124 the number of Canadian soldiers who have died as part of the Afghan mission since 2002.
Compliments of the Canadian Press
Two Canadian soldiers, along with a British soldier, have been killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Brigadier-General Jonathan Vance identified the Canadians as 38-year-old Master Corporal Pat Audet and 25-year-old Corporal Martin Joannette. Vance says the incident was not related to insurgent activity.
The latest deaths bring to 124 the number of Canadian soldiers who have died as part of the Afghan mission since 2002.
CHILD PORN CASE HITS ANOTHER ROADBLOCK.
Updated July7/09
A 38 year old man accused of several sexual offences has once again been denied legal aid. Michael Gary Gilbert of Tracyville faces counts of sexual assault, possession of child pornography and making child pornography. He appeared briefly in Burton provincial court yesterday so the court could hear of the results of his latest application to legal aid.
He was initially denied when facing three charges, but when several new counts were laid, a judge urged him to apply again.
A 38 year old man accused of several sexual offences has once again been denied legal aid. Michael Gary Gilbert of Tracyville faces counts of sexual assault, possession of child pornography and making child pornography. He appeared briefly in Burton provincial court yesterday so the court could hear of the results of his latest application to legal aid.
He was initially denied when facing three charges, but when several new counts were laid, a judge urged him to apply again.
Saying Goodbye to Michael Jackson
Update July7/09
A Saint John man is re-living memories of Michael Jackson as the world prepares to say goodbye today. Artist Norm Jackson saw Michael perform with his brothers on the Ed sullivan show forty years ago. Jackson tells Tides News, he knew there was something special about him at that time.
Jackson says when he first heard the news that the King of Pop was dead, he was shocked. A memorial service for Jackson will be held this afternoon in Los Angeles.
A Saint John man is re-living memories of Michael Jackson as the world prepares to say goodbye today. Artist Norm Jackson saw Michael perform with his brothers on the Ed sullivan show forty years ago. Jackson tells Tides News, he knew there was something special about him at that time.
Jackson says when he first heard the news that the King of Pop was dead, he was shocked. A memorial service for Jackson will be held this afternoon in Los Angeles.
Infrusture Announcement
Updated July7/09
A significant infrastructure announcement is planned for this morning in McAdam. Premier Graham, Veterans Affairs Minister Greg Thompson and James Irving will make the announcement at the former train station.
A spokesperson for the province says this announcement is going to affect all of Southern New Brunswick.
A significant infrastructure announcement is planned for this morning in McAdam. Premier Graham, Veterans Affairs Minister Greg Thompson and James Irving will make the announcement at the former train station.
A spokesperson for the province says this announcement is going to affect all of Southern New Brunswick.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Moose Draw
updated July6/09
Hunters eagerly waiting to hear if they can hunt moose this season should listen up.The results of the 2009 moose licence draw are now available.To find out if you're successful call 1-800-459-3729, or check online at the Natural Resources website.There were over 60 thousand applications for just over 34 hundred licences for the season starting September 24th.
Hunters eagerly waiting to hear if they can hunt moose this season should listen up.The results of the 2009 moose licence draw are now available.To find out if you're successful call 1-800-459-3729, or check online at the Natural Resources website.There were over 60 thousand applications for just over 34 hundred licences for the season starting September 24th.
Latest on Arson case in St. Stephen
Updated July6/09
The search continues for a suspect or suspects following a rash of arsons in St. Stephen last week. RCMP tell us they are still reviewing the files and there were no blazes over the weekend. 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall, driven to another location and torched.
Another vehicle was lit up at the local curling club and a pair of buildings were also destroyed. Nobody was hurt.
The search continues for a suspect or suspects following a rash of arsons in St. Stephen last week. RCMP tell us they are still reviewing the files and there were no blazes over the weekend. 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall, driven to another location and torched.
Another vehicle was lit up at the local curling club and a pair of buildings were also destroyed. Nobody was hurt.
Two Men Arrested in Arson Investigation
updated July6/09
Two 19-year old men have been arrested in connection with a string of mischief and arsons in the Charlotte County area. During the last week of June, homes in the Utopia and St George areas suffered various damages to property including broken mail boxes, broken vehicle windows, smashed flower pots, stolen and broken garden lights, damaged above ground pools and several fires, including two vehicles that were attempted to be set on fire.
No word on when the two men from St. George will appear in court.
Two 19-year old men have been arrested in connection with a string of mischief and arsons in the Charlotte County area. During the last week of June, homes in the Utopia and St George areas suffered various damages to property including broken mail boxes, broken vehicle windows, smashed flower pots, stolen and broken garden lights, damaged above ground pools and several fires, including two vehicles that were attempted to be set on fire.
No word on when the two men from St. George will appear in court.
Accident on Highway 170
Update July6/09
A elderly man from from the United States is facing charges after an accident late last week. St George Rcmp tell us a vehicle ran through a stop sign at the intersection of highway 127 and 170. The vehicle hit another with a women and her daughter in it. Both were taken to hosiptal and have been released. No word on when the driver will be in court.
A elderly man from from the United States is facing charges after an accident late last week. St George Rcmp tell us a vehicle ran through a stop sign at the intersection of highway 127 and 170. The vehicle hit another with a women and her daughter in it. Both were taken to hosiptal and have been released. No word on when the driver will be in court.
St Stephen fires
Updated July6/09
St Stephen RCMP are Still looking for the publics help in the rash of arsons last week. Officers tells us they are still reviewing the files and there were no fires reported over the weekend. Last week 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall driven to another location and torched and vehicle at the Curling Club was set on fire. A pair of buildings were also destroyed in the fires. Nobody was hurt.
St Stephen RCMP are Still looking for the publics help in the rash of arsons last week. Officers tells us they are still reviewing the files and there were no fires reported over the weekend. Last week 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall driven to another location and torched and vehicle at the Curling Club was set on fire. A pair of buildings were also destroyed in the fires. Nobody was hurt.
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Human Remains Found in East Saint John
Details are still limited on the human remains found in East Saint John yesterday.An autopsy is scheduled for today to identify the decomposed body found in the swamp area behind the Best Western Hotel.The area is still blocked off, and police spent most of the day yesterday on site after receiving the tip from a ground and rescue team conducting a training exercise.The police are expecting the Major Crimes Unit to release a statement later today with more information.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Opposition Urges Provincial Governmet to Save School Support Jobs
The New Brunswick Teacher's Association and Provincial opposition are optimistic some of the school support jobs that were cut earlier this year can be saved. Both the Union president and opposition leader are urging Education Minister Roland Hache to use the province's Innovative Learning Fund to save some positions. Haché recently froze the 3.4 million dollar program, initially budgeted at 5 million dollars. Opposition Leader David Alward says the frozen funds should be used to relieve some of the damage.
WorksafeNB Stakeholders Report
WorkSafe NB's has released its stakeholders report for 2008. The agency boasts exceeding its targets for service, staff satisfaction and reduced accident frequency last year. Also, for the fourth consecutive year, assessment rates decreased from $2.10 in 2007, to $2.05 in 2008--- the lowest in Eastern Canada.
President and CEO Doug Stanley says the report recaps a year of successes and challenges amid a year of change. Last year, the agency adopted its new name, changed its industry classification system, and changed the composition of its board of directors.
President and CEO Doug Stanley says the report recaps a year of successes and challenges amid a year of change. Last year, the agency adopted its new name, changed its industry classification system, and changed the composition of its board of directors.
Calais Regional Hospital Tobacco Free
Calais Regional Hospital is completely tobacco-free. The tobacco-free status applies to all hospital buildings, physician offices, parking lots and property that make up the hospital campus.The Calais Regional Hospital Board of Directors voted to make CRH a tobacco free campus in August 2008.The announcement was made July 1st of this year.
Streets Causing Damage to Vehicles
Many residents living in St Stephen are raising concerns over some damage done to their vehicles from driving through King Street construction. Roger Madsen tells tide news the pots holes were so bad along King street that it tore his muffler off his 1995 Ford Taurus.
Madsen says there were no signs posted to let the public now back on June 12th that the roads were in bad shape.The cost for the parts is almost $200.00. Another resident is saying her rocker panel had been torn off costing roughly $250.00 dollars in damage.Tide news placed a call to Thomspon Construction voicing concerns and received no comment.
Madsen says there were no signs posted to let the public now back on June 12th that the roads were in bad shape.The cost for the parts is almost $200.00. Another resident is saying her rocker panel had been torn off costing roughly $250.00 dollars in damage.Tide news placed a call to Thomspon Construction voicing concerns and received no comment.
Friday, July 3, 2009
St Stephen Fires
update July3/09
St Stephen Rcmp are investigating a rash of fires that occurred over the past few days. St Stephen fire department tells us there was another car set on fire at the curling club parking lot this morning around 3:24. This is the 14 car to be set on fire over the past 3 days. Also on July 2nd a structure fire at a Camp Waweig in Waweig had been destroyed by fire. Rcmp believe that the fire started sometime through the night. St Stephen Rcmp think the fires may be contected.
St Stephen Rcmp are investigating a rash of fires that occurred over the past few days. St Stephen fire department tells us there was another car set on fire at the curling club parking lot this morning around 3:24. This is the 14 car to be set on fire over the past 3 days. Also on July 2nd a structure fire at a Camp Waweig in Waweig had been destroyed by fire. Rcmp believe that the fire started sometime through the night. St Stephen Rcmp think the fires may be contected.
Cars damage from King Street
updated July3/09
Many residents that live in St Stephen are raising concerns over some damage done to their vehicles from driving through King Street construction. Resident Roger Madsen tells tide news the pot holes were so bad along King street that it tore his muffler off his 1995 Ford Taurus:
Madsen says cost for the parts is almost $200.00 and another residents say's her rocker panal had been torn off costing roughly $250.00 dollars in damage.Tide news place a call to Thomspon construction voicing concerns and at that time no comment was made.
Many residents that live in St Stephen are raising concerns over some damage done to their vehicles from driving through King Street construction. Resident Roger Madsen tells tide news the pot holes were so bad along King street that it tore his muffler off his 1995 Ford Taurus:
Madsen says cost for the parts is almost $200.00 and another residents say's her rocker panal had been torn off costing roughly $250.00 dollars in damage.Tide news place a call to Thomspon construction voicing concerns and at that time no comment was made.
Over 2600 NB power customers knock off grid
Update July03/09
NB power is reporting Outages around the Charlotte County area. Over 2600 NB power customers are without electicity this morning. The hardest hit area is Grandmanan with over 1800 residents without power. Wilson Beach has 740 customers knock of the grid.Winds are suppose to pick up this morning with heavy rain. Full weather details are coming up shortly.
NB power is reporting Outages around the Charlotte County area. Over 2600 NB power customers are without electicity this morning. The hardest hit area is Grandmanan with over 1800 residents without power. Wilson Beach has 740 customers knock of the grid.Winds are suppose to pick up this morning with heavy rain. Full weather details are coming up shortly.
Gas Prices Down
updated July3/09
It's down......but you could probuably use an eye-dropper to fill up your tank with the savings it is showing on the big board. The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's latest price schedule which shows the maximum price for a litre of self-serve is going for 99.8 which is down percentage points from last week.
Diesel has held the line coming in at 97.6.....furnace oil is down percentage points to come in at an even 79 cents and propane is down almost a penny at 85.8.
It's down......but you could probuably use an eye-dropper to fill up your tank with the savings it is showing on the big board. The Energy and Utilities Board has released it's latest price schedule which shows the maximum price for a litre of self-serve is going for 99.8 which is down percentage points from last week.
Diesel has held the line coming in at 97.6.....furnace oil is down percentage points to come in at an even 79 cents and propane is down almost a penny at 85.8.
Liquor Store update
updated July3/09
More information released this morning on a new liquor store in St Stephen.Spokeperson for NB liquor Nora Lacey tell tide news they are hoping for the end of January 2010 for the new liquor store .Lacey says the new store will be at the end of the charlotte mall next to Sobeys with an enclose walk way between Sobeys and the NB liquor store.
Lacey says the liquor store will be about 7000 square feet that will include retail space, warehouse space and staff space.
More information released this morning on a new liquor store in St Stephen.Spokeperson for NB liquor Nora Lacey tell tide news they are hoping for the end of January 2010 for the new liquor store .Lacey says the new store will be at the end of the charlotte mall next to Sobeys with an enclose walk way between Sobeys and the NB liquor store.
Lacey says the liquor store will be about 7000 square feet that will include retail space, warehouse space and staff space.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Thirteen cars destroyed by fire
updated July2/09
Thirteen cars and a building were destroyed by fire last night. Fire crews were busy trying to attend to three separate fires in the Oakbay and Rollingdam area.Oak Bay Fire Chief tells us the first fire was a structure fire on the intersection of highway 127 and highway 1. The building was vacant at the time but fully engulf in flames by the time the fire department got there. George Mcleod tells tide news 12 cars were destroyed in garage at a Danny Higgins residents in Tower Hill:
Mcleod says the third fire was a car stolen from the Rollingdam area and set on fire in the elmsville area. Mcleod says they think arson may be involved.
Also Nobody hurt after a vehicle got fire at Kent building supplies this morning. St Stephen fire department was on the scene to contain the blaze for roughly an hour cleaning up after the fire. Tide news was told the fire started around 9:30 this morning. Not sure how the fire started .
Thirteen cars and a building were destroyed by fire last night. Fire crews were busy trying to attend to three separate fires in the Oakbay and Rollingdam area.Oak Bay Fire Chief tells us the first fire was a structure fire on the intersection of highway 127 and highway 1. The building was vacant at the time but fully engulf in flames by the time the fire department got there. George Mcleod tells tide news 12 cars were destroyed in garage at a Danny Higgins residents in Tower Hill:
Mcleod says the third fire was a car stolen from the Rollingdam area and set on fire in the elmsville area. Mcleod says they think arson may be involved.
Also Nobody hurt after a vehicle got fire at Kent building supplies this morning. St Stephen fire department was on the scene to contain the blaze for roughly an hour cleaning up after the fire. Tide news was told the fire started around 9:30 this morning. Not sure how the fire started .
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Canada Day Festivities
Residents will be Celebrating Canada Day throughout Charlotte County today.St Andrews Mayor John Craig says celebrating Canada's 142nd Birthday is a special time in St Andrews by the sea.
Craig says there will be activities throughout the day. To end the day there will be fire works for the whole family to see.Others that will be celebrating with festivities are St Stephen and McAdam for families to enjoy the Holiday.
Also to keep in mind the Border line ups may be busy over the next few days with our friends across the border as the holiday approaches for July the 4th .Your reminded to drive safe and enjoy the holiday.
Craig says there will be activities throughout the day. To end the day there will be fire works for the whole family to see.Others that will be celebrating with festivities are St Stephen and McAdam for families to enjoy the Holiday.
Also to keep in mind the Border line ups may be busy over the next few days with our friends across the border as the holiday approaches for July the 4th .Your reminded to drive safe and enjoy the holiday.
Drugs Seized
A 42-year old man has been arrested following a drug bust on the Tobique First Nation Monday. More than two pounds of marijuana were seized from a home on the Lagoon Road, along with scales, packaging materials, 12 hundred dollars in cash and eight weapons.
The suspect is being held until his court appearance.
The suspect is being held until his court appearance.
Lower Taxes, Lower Money
The province's Opposition Finance Critic says despite a tax reduction to take effect today, taxpayers will actually have less money than before the March 2009 budget. Bruce Fitch says taxes are still not down to the level they were in 2007 and new fee increases means taxpayers will see less money than before the tax cuts.
Among the hikes are increased fees for vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses. Fitch says the Graham government is trying to make itself out as a hero by cutting taxes when New Brunswickers will have a deeper hole in their wallet than before. The Plan for Lower Taxes includes personal income tax savings of about 124 million dollars this year.
Among the hikes are increased fees for vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses. Fitch says the Graham government is trying to make itself out as a hero by cutting taxes when New Brunswickers will have a deeper hole in their wallet than before. The Plan for Lower Taxes includes personal income tax savings of about 124 million dollars this year.
10th Case of the Swine Flu
The Department of Health is confirming yet another case of the H1N1 virus. This brings the number of cases in the province to 10 since the outbreak began in April. Chief medical officer of health, Dr. Eilish Cleary, says the latest victim of the virus--also known as the swine flu-- is a woman in her 50's from the Fredericton area.
So far, none of the reported cases in New Brunswick have required hospitalization.
So far, none of the reported cases in New Brunswick have required hospitalization.
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