The search for answers continues for the family of Harold and Corey Cossaboom.
The fisherman's vessel "Whole Family" went down off St. Martins back in February and the boat or their bodies have still not been re-covered.
Trish Green is Corey Cossaboom's sister and says a day doesn't go by she doesn't miss her only brother.
Back on March.19th, the family was told the Coast Guard would make the vessel "Mathew" which is equipped for this type of search available but a week later, an official with the Department of Fisheries called to tell them quote, sending the vessel would be a waste of taxpayers money.
Recently, a scallop dragger the R.L.S out of Digby sank in the same area and the family believes there has to be something in the area causing this to happen.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
St. Stephen Missing-BoyUpdate
An 11-year-old boy reported missing from St Stephen has been found.
The boys' family had reported that Shane Jeffries had not been seen since 6:30 p.m. Tuesday near the St. Stephen Middle School.
RCMP said today the boy has been located. They did not release any other details.
The boys' family had reported that Shane Jeffries had not been seen since 6:30 p.m. Tuesday near the St. Stephen Middle School.
RCMP said today the boy has been located. They did not release any other details.
Missing 11 Year Old In St. Stephen
St. Stephen RCMP are asking for the public's held in finding an 11 year old missing boy. Shane Jeffries has not been seen since around 6:30 last night in the Area of the St. Stephen Middle School.
He is described as about 4 foot 1 with blond hair and of medium build. His family tells Tide News he was last seen wear a blue T-Shirt , Blue Jeans and white sneakers.. If you have seen this boy contact the local RCMP at 466-7030.
He is described as about 4 foot 1 with blond hair and of medium build. His family tells Tide News he was last seen wear a blue T-Shirt , Blue Jeans and white sneakers.. If you have seen this boy contact the local RCMP at 466-7030.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Rick Doucet Takes The Seat For Liberal In Charlotte The Isles Riding
It came down to 890 Votes between the top two candidates in last night Election. Liberal Rick Doucet takes with 3176 votes followed by PC Sharon Tucker 2286 votes.
Premier Shawn Graham is back in the legislature but he'll be losing a lot of Liberal company as his party moves into the opposition.
Several of his cabinet ministers lost their seats.
The Liberals are elected in eight and leading in seven ridings -- less than half of the 31 seats they held going into today's vote.
Premier Shawn Graham is back in the legislature but he'll be losing a lot of Liberal company as his party moves into the opposition.
Several of his cabinet ministers lost their seats.
The Liberals are elected in eight and leading in seven ridings -- less than half of the 31 seats they held going into today's vote.
Malloch Takes Top Spots In Charlotte Campobello
The Conservatives have doubled their seats in the legislature in a landslide election victory over the Liberals.
PC Curtis Mallach took the top spot last night with 2980 votes beating out Liberal Annabelle Juneau by1464 votes.
The Tories under David Alward were victorious in 42 ridings while Shawn Graham's Liberals took the remaining 13.
Alward admits the result was both an acceptance of his party and a verdict on the last four years of Liberal rule.
Graham says he expects to step down as party leader, but he'll remain as the member for his riding for the time being.
PC Curtis Mallach took the top spot last night with 2980 votes beating out Liberal Annabelle Juneau by1464 votes.
The Tories under David Alward were victorious in 42 ridings while Shawn Graham's Liberals took the remaining 13.
Alward admits the result was both an acceptance of his party and a verdict on the last four years of Liberal rule.
Graham says he expects to step down as party leader, but he'll remain as the member for his riding for the time being.
MLA-Elect Margaret Ann Blaney
The riding of Rothesay has re-elected Conservative Margaret Ann Blaney for a fourth consecutive term.
Blaney defeated Liberal Victoria Clarke and says one of the issues she kept hearing at the door is rising property taxes.
Blaney says there are some good models out there the party will look at and bring the issue of property taxes it into the 21st century.
Blaney defeated Liberal Victoria Clarke and says one of the issues she kept hearing at the door is rising property taxes.
Blaney says there are some good models out there the party will look at and bring the issue of property taxes it into the 21st century.
Saint John Fundy Has A New Face
The Conservative banner is flying again in Saint John Fundy.
Glen Savoie beat Liberal Gary Keating to re-claim the seat which hasn't been blue since Saint John MP Rodney Weston held it.
Savoie says as a new-comer to the political scene, he is expecting a lot of hard work.
Savoie says while going door to door, he was hearing a lot of discontent and people that wanted their voices heard.
Glen Savoie beat Liberal Gary Keating to re-claim the seat which hasn't been blue since Saint John MP Rodney Weston held it.
Savoie says as a new-comer to the political scene, he is expecting a lot of hard work.
Savoie says while going door to door, he was hearing a lot of discontent and people that wanted their voices heard.
Saint John Harbour MLA-Elect Carl Killen
For the time being, Conservative Carl Killen is the MLA-Elect for Saint John Harbour, beating Liberal Ed Doherty by nine votes.
The margin of victory means there is an automatic re-count. Killen says his exposure to municipal politics is one of the reasons for his decision to make the leap provincially realizing you do have very little power to change policy at the municipal level.
Killen says Saint John Harbour is the most interesting, challenging riding in the Province with great candidates and a wide demographic. No word yet from Elections NB as to the process for the re-count.
The margin of victory means there is an automatic re-count. Killen says his exposure to municipal politics is one of the reasons for his decision to make the leap provincially realizing you do have very little power to change policy at the municipal level.
Killen says Saint John Harbour is the most interesting, challenging riding in the Province with great candidates and a wide demographic. No word yet from Elections NB as to the process for the re-count.
Longtime M-L-A Easily Re-Elected In Hampton-Kings
Longtime M-L-A Bev Harrison, described by some as an icon, was the first Conservative elected in last night's election.
Harrison says this is his biggest win in the riding of Hampton-Kings in six or seven elections.
Harrison adds he thinks David Alward will make an excellent premier because he has a style that is consultative.
Harrison says this is his biggest win in the riding of Hampton-Kings in six or seven elections.
Harrison adds he thinks David Alward will make an excellent premier because he has a style that is consultative.
Saint John East Conservative M-L-A Elect Glen Tait
A former fire chief and Common Councillor is now a newly elected Conservative M-L-A.
Glen Tait won the seat last night formerly held by Liberal Roly McIntrye.
He says it will be new for him setting provincial policy.
Tait says going door to door he kept hearing of the desire for change with anger being voiced about Shawn Graham.
Tait decided to run provincially after coming to the conclusion city councillors really don't have all that much clout when it's all said and done.
Glen Tait won the seat last night formerly held by Liberal Roly McIntrye.
He says it will be new for him setting provincial policy.
Tait says going door to door he kept hearing of the desire for change with anger being voiced about Shawn Graham.
Tait decided to run provincially after coming to the conclusion city councillors really don't have all that much clout when it's all said and done.
Saint John Portland Conservative M-L-A Elect Trevor Holder
The MLA for Saint John Portland is returning to the Legislature but this time he will be on the government side.
Trevor Holder defeating Liberal Dan Joyce to keep the riding for the Conservatives.
Holder says he is looking forward to being on the government side again having served as a cabinet minister under then Premier Bernard Lord.
Holder goes on to say he feels good because he thinks the win is about building a better community and being on the government side is a better place to accomplish that.
He believes voters want a government that is focused on health care, poverty reduction, education and the provincial debt.
Trevor Holder defeating Liberal Dan Joyce to keep the riding for the Conservatives.
Holder says he is looking forward to being on the government side again having served as a cabinet minister under then Premier Bernard Lord.
Holder goes on to say he feels good because he thinks the win is about building a better community and being on the government side is a better place to accomplish that.
He believes voters want a government that is focused on health care, poverty reduction, education and the provincial debt.
Saint John Lancaster Conservative M-L-A Elect Dorothy Shepherd
A West side business owner is responsible for another of the city's biggest upsets.
Dorothy Shepherd beat longtime Liberal M-L-A Abel Leblanc, who had won two consecutive terms, to win Saint John Lancaster for the conservatives.
Shepherd says it's an exciting victory. Shepherd is thrilled with a conservative majority saying she found a lot of voters were undecided at the door with the big concern being property assessments.
One of her priorities is to increase use of the Lorneville Industrial Park.
Dorothy Shepherd beat longtime Liberal M-L-A Abel Leblanc, who had won two consecutive terms, to win Saint John Lancaster for the conservatives.
Shepherd says it's an exciting victory. Shepherd is thrilled with a conservative majority saying she found a lot of voters were undecided at the door with the big concern being property assessments.
One of her priorities is to increase use of the Lorneville Industrial Park.
Renowned Heart Surgeon Defeats Liberal Cabinet Minister In Fundy-River Valley
In one of the biggest upsets of the campaign, A Conservative doctor has defeated an incumbant Liberal cabinet minister.
Dr. Jim Parrott defeated former Energy minister Jack Keir in Fundy- River Valley by a sizeable margin.
Dr. Parrott, a renowned heart surgeon says the support was incredible especially since he was out of commission with a foot injury and couldn't really campaign door to door.
The new M-L-A will recuperating at home for 3-4 weeks after a foot injury.
Dr. Jim Parrott defeated former Energy minister Jack Keir in Fundy- River Valley by a sizeable margin.
Dr. Parrott, a renowned heart surgeon says the support was incredible especially since he was out of commission with a foot injury and couldn't really campaign door to door.
The new M-L-A will recuperating at home for 3-4 weeks after a foot injury.
Saint John Fundy Goes Conservative With Newcomer Defeating High School Principal
For the first time since M-P Rodney Weston held the riding, Saint John Fundy is flying the Conservative banner again.
Glen Savoie beat Liberal Gary Keating, the principal at Simonds High, and tells says while going door to door, he was hearing a lot of discontent from people who wanted their voices heard.
As a newcomer to the political scene, Savoie says he expects a lot of hard work and wants voters to let him know what they want for the riding.
Glen Savoie beat Liberal Gary Keating, the principal at Simonds High, and tells says while going door to door, he was hearing a lot of discontent from people who wanted their voices heard.
As a newcomer to the political scene, Savoie says he expects a lot of hard work and wants voters to let him know what they want for the riding.
Quispamsis Conservative M-L-A Elect Blaine Higgs
Conservative Blaine Higgs is the new M-L-A for the riding of Quispamsis.
In what has to be considered one of the upsets of the night, he defeated Liberal Mary Schryer and tells us one of the issues he hopes to tackle is the Province's growing debt.
Higgs says he was greeted with a lot of resentment towards Shawn Graham and the Liberals, while going door to door, including the failed NB Power-Hydro Quebec deal.
In what has to be considered one of the upsets of the night, he defeated Liberal Mary Schryer and tells us one of the issues he hopes to tackle is the Province's growing debt.
Higgs says he was greeted with a lot of resentment towards Shawn Graham and the Liberals, while going door to door, including the failed NB Power-Hydro Quebec deal.
Rothesay Conservative M-L-A Elect Margaret Ann Blaney
For a fourth straight term.... Conservative Margaret Ann Blaney is the M-L-A for the riding of Rothesay.
Blaney defeated Liberal Victoria Clarke and says the feeling was good among all the Conservative candidates.
The two issues she kept hearing at the door is the dislike for Shawn Graham and rising property taxes which the party has a plan to combat.
As a former cabinet minister, Blaney was asked if there is a chance she will be asked to take on another portfolio which she says is up to Premier Elect David Alward.
Blaney defeated Liberal Victoria Clarke and says the feeling was good among all the Conservative candidates.
The two issues she kept hearing at the door is the dislike for Shawn Graham and rising property taxes which the party has a plan to combat.
As a former cabinet minister, Blaney was asked if there is a chance she will be asked to take on another portfolio which she says is up to Premier Elect David Alward.
Saint John Harbour Conservative M-L-A Elect Carl Killen
The closest race of the night was in Saint John Harbour.
It was just after eleven o'clock that Conservative Carl Killen, a member of Common Council, was declared the winner by only nine votes over Liberal Ed Doherty.
Killen says he realizes the numbers mean an automatic recount but tells us this is the most interesting and challenging riding in the province because there are so many people who feel despair and a sense of hopelessness.
Killen says his experience in municipal politics is one of the reasons why he decided to run provincially because he found out civic politicians have very little power to change policy when it comes to the big issues.
It was just after eleven o'clock that Conservative Carl Killen, a member of Common Council, was declared the winner by only nine votes over Liberal Ed Doherty.
Killen says he realizes the numbers mean an automatic recount but tells us this is the most interesting and challenging riding in the province because there are so many people who feel despair and a sense of hopelessness.
Killen says his experience in municipal politics is one of the reasons why he decided to run provincially because he found out civic politicians have very little power to change policy when it comes to the big issues.
Local Election Results
Here are the local election results for Charlotte - The Isles
Rick Doucet (L) 3176 Votes (Elected)
Sharon E. Tucker (PC) 2286
Sharon Greenlaw (NDP/NPD) 305
Berton Folkins (GREEN) 180
Terry James (PANB/AGNB) 248
Here are the local election results for Charlotte-Campobello
Curtis Malloch (PC) 2980 Votes (Elected)
Annabelle Juneau (L) 1516
Lloyd P. Groom (NDP/NPD) 798
Janice E. Harvey (GREEN) 500
John Craig (PANB/AGNB) 404
Rick Doucet (L) 3176 Votes (Elected)
Sharon E. Tucker (PC) 2286
Sharon Greenlaw (NDP/NPD) 305
Berton Folkins (GREEN) 180
Terry James (PANB/AGNB) 248
Here are the local election results for Charlotte-Campobello
Curtis Malloch (PC) 2980 Votes (Elected)
Annabelle Juneau (L) 1516
Lloyd P. Groom (NDP/NPD) 798
Janice E. Harvey (GREEN) 500
John Craig (PANB/AGNB) 404
Monday, September 27, 2010
Liberal Rick Doucet Elected For Charlotte The Isles
It's Official Liberal Candidate Rick Doucet has been oficially Elected with 3176 votes. Keep listening to The Tide in the morning we will have all the updates and quotes from the candidates.
Curtis Malloch Elected For Charlotte Campobello
Here are the updated numbers with 71 percent of the votes tallied for Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch has been elected with 2980 votes.
Latest Results For Charlotte Campobello & Charlotte The Isles
Here are the updated numbers with 57 percent of the votes tallied for Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 2400 votes with Annabelle Juneau trailing behind with 1059 votes, taking third is NDP Lloyd Groom with 561 votes and Green Party Candidate Janice Harvey is in forth place with 389 votes. PANB John Craig is in last place with 326 votes.
With 67 percent of the votes tallied for Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 3052 votes in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 2149 votes. NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 265 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 225 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 165 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
42 % Of Results For Charlotte Campobello Results In
It's almost at the halfway point with 42 percents of the votes tallied for Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 1854 votes with Annabelle Juneau trailing behind with 816 votes, taking third is NDP Lloyd Groom with 360 votes and NDP Green Party Candidate
Janice Harvey is in forth place with 276 votes. PANB John Craig is in last place with 208 votes.
Janice Harvey is in forth place with 276 votes. PANB John Craig is in last place with 208 votes.
67 % Of Results For Charlotte The Isles Are In
With 67 percent of the votes tallied for Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 3052 votes in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 2149 votes.
NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 265 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 225 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 165 votes
NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 265 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 225 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 165 votes
New Brunswick has wrapped itself in Tory Blue
The Conservatives, led by David Alward, will form the next provincial government with a substantial majority.
That sends the Liberals under Shawn Graham to defeat -- giving them the dubious distinction of being the first party in the province since Confederation to be beaten after only one term in office.
As vote-counting continues, the Tories are elected in 15 and leading in 23 of the province's 55 ridings.
The Liberals are elected or leading in 17.
For The Riding Charlotte Campobello Progressive Conservative Curtis Malloch is taking the lead with 1160 at this time but things could change as on 28 percent of the votes tallied. Liberal Annabelle Juneau is taking second with 528 votes.
As we turn our attention to Charlotte The Isles with 56 percent of the votes tallied Rick Doucet takes the lead with 2642, in second place PC candidate Sharon Tucker has 1896 votes in.
That sends the Liberals under Shawn Graham to defeat -- giving them the dubious distinction of being the first party in the province since Confederation to be beaten after only one term in office.
As vote-counting continues, the Tories are elected in 15 and leading in 23 of the province's 55 ridings.
The Liberals are elected or leading in 17.
For The Riding Charlotte Campobello Progressive Conservative Curtis Malloch is taking the lead with 1160 at this time but things could change as on 28 percent of the votes tallied. Liberal Annabelle Juneau is taking second with 528 votes.
As we turn our attention to Charlotte The Isles with 56 percent of the votes tallied Rick Doucet takes the lead with 2642, in second place PC candidate Sharon Tucker has 1896 votes in.
Updated Results For Charlotte The Isles Results For 2010
Latest Results for Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 2220 votes in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 1557 votes.
NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 193 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 141 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 107 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 193 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 141 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 107 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Updated Results For Charlotte Campobello Results for 2010 Election
For Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 767 votes with Annabelle Juneau trailing behind with 368 votes, taking third is NDP Lloyd Groom with 146 votes and NDP Green Party Candidate
Janice Harvey is in forth place with 104 votes. PANB John Craig is in last place with 79 votes. These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Janice Harvey is in forth place with 104 votes. PANB John Craig is in last place with 79 votes. These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Latest Results For Charlotte The Isles Results For 2010
Latest Results for Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 2220 votes in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 1557 votes.
NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 193 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 141 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 107 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 193 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 141 and taking last place is Green Party Berton Folkins with 107 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Latest results For Charlotte Campobello Results for 2010 Election
For Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 497 votes Annabelle trailing behind with 269votes ., takingthird now is NDP Lloyd Groom with 128 votes andNDP Green Party Candidate Janice Harvey is in forth place with 80 Votes. PANB John Craig is in last place with 71 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Latest Results for Charlotte The Isles
For Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 1223, in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 865 votes. NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 79 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 75 and taking last place at this point is Green Party Berton Folkins with 26 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Latest results For Charlotte Campobello Results for 2010 Election
For Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 284 votes Annabelle trailing behind with 181 votes ...At this point NDP Green Party Candidate Janice Harvey is in third place with 67 Votes, taking forth place NDP Lloyd Groom 59 and PANB John Craig is in last place with 47 votes.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
These are not the official results. Keeping checking our website and our Facebook account to post your comments.
Updated Results For Charlotte Campobello & Charlotte The Isles
For Charlotte Campobello Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 284 votes Annabelle trailing behind with 181 votes ...At this point NDP Green Party Candidate Janice Harvey is in third place with 67 Votes, taking forth place NDP Lloyd Groom 59 and PANB John Craig is in last place with 47 votes
For Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 839, in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 542 votes. NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 47 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 41 and taking last place at this point is Green Party Berton Folkins with 26 votes.
Keep checking our website at www.the tide .ca to get updated results and on our Facebook to place your comments
For Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 839, in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 542 votes. NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 47 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place with 41 and taking last place at this point is Green Party Berton Folkins with 26 votes.
Keep checking our website at www.the tide .ca to get updated results and on our Facebook to place your comments
Incoming results for 2010 Election
For Charlotte Campobello it still looks likes Curtis Malloch is taking first place with 1832 votes Annabelle trailing behind with 124 votes ...At this point NDP Green Party Candidate Janice Harvey is in third place with 59 Votes, taking forth place NDP Lloyd Groom 37 and PANB John Craig is in last place with 33 votes
For Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 533, in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 361 votes. NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 32 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place and taking last place at this point is Green Party Berton Folkins with 23 votes.
These are not the offical results. Keep posted to The Tide for the official results.
For Charlotte The Isles Liberal Rick Doucet taking first place with 533, in second place PC Sharon Tucker with 361 votes. NDP Sharon Greenlaw is in third with 32 votes, PANB Terry James in forth place and taking last place at this point is Green Party Berton Folkins with 23 votes.
These are not the offical results. Keep posted to The Tide for the official results.
Results at This Hou For The 2010 Election.
At this point the top two leading Candidates for Charlotte The Isles are Rick Doucet with 401 votes and Sharon Tucker with 249
At this point the top two leading Candidates for Charlotte Campobello is PC Curtis Malloch with 12 and Annabelle Juneau with 6
These are unofficial results keep checking to see the final results on The Tide.
At this point the top two leading Candidates for Charlotte Campobello is PC Curtis Malloch with 12 and Annabelle Juneau with 6
These are unofficial results keep checking to see the final results on The Tide.
Polls Closed
The polls have closed and the counting has begun as voters choose a new provincial government after a 32-day campaign.
There are a record five parties in today's election but only the Conservatives, Liberals and N-D-P ran a full slate of candidates in all 55 ridings.
The Green party is contesting a New Brunswick election for the first time and running candidates in most ridings.
The People's Alliance of New Brunswick, an upstart party, has candidates in 14 ridings.
When the election was called, Premier Shawn Graham's Liberals had 31 seats and the Conservatives under David Alward had 21.
There was one Independent and two seats were vacant.
There are a record five parties in today's election but only the Conservatives, Liberals and N-D-P ran a full slate of candidates in all 55 ridings.
The Green party is contesting a New Brunswick election for the first time and running candidates in most ridings.
The People's Alliance of New Brunswick, an upstart party, has candidates in 14 ridings.
When the election was called, Premier Shawn Graham's Liberals had 31 seats and the Conservatives under David Alward had 21.
There was one Independent and two seats were vacant.
Election Day
The polls open today in St. Stephen and across New Brunswick.
Liberal Premier Shawn Graham is looking for a second mandate from the electorate.
Conservative Leader David Alward is looking for his chance to guide the Province.
Local candidates for Charlotte Campobello will be waiting patience today as the votes are coming in and being tallied up. Annabelle Juneau is running for the Liberals, Curtis Malloch is running for the PC group, meanwhile Lloyd Groom is the NDP candidate, Janice Harvey stand for the Green Party and John Craig is running for the newest political party People of Alliance New Brunswick.
If you fall in the area for Charlotte The Isles Rick Doucet is the candidate running for the Liberals, PC Candidate is Sharon Tucker. The NDP party has Sharon Greenlaw as their candidate . Berton Folkins represents the green part and Terry James is the Candidate for PANB.
Polls close at 8 p.m.
Liberal Premier Shawn Graham is looking for a second mandate from the electorate.
Conservative Leader David Alward is looking for his chance to guide the Province.
Local candidates for Charlotte Campobello will be waiting patience today as the votes are coming in and being tallied up. Annabelle Juneau is running for the Liberals, Curtis Malloch is running for the PC group, meanwhile Lloyd Groom is the NDP candidate, Janice Harvey stand for the Green Party and John Craig is running for the newest political party People of Alliance New Brunswick.
If you fall in the area for Charlotte The Isles Rick Doucet is the candidate running for the Liberals, PC Candidate is Sharon Tucker. The NDP party has Sharon Greenlaw as their candidate . Berton Folkins represents the green part and Terry James is the Candidate for PANB.
Polls close at 8 p.m.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Illegal Smokes Off Saint John Streets
8000 contraband cigarettes and a large amount of cash have been found at a home on the West-Side. Saint John Police and RCMP got into the home earlier this week and arrested a 78-year old man.
No word on charges at this point.
No word on charges at this point.
PANB Candidate John Craig Takes Aim at David Alward
In keeping with health care so what does the newest political party have to say about the conservatives and their leader. PANB candidate for Charlotte Campobello John Craig says people should be afraid of David Alward's past record with healthcare.
Craig tellsTide News David Alward closed six Hospital in the Province of New Brunswick when he was in cabinet.
As for Charlotte The Isles Candidate for People's Of Alliance Terry James says in past history both the Conservative and Liberals have hacked away at the Former Fundy Hospital in Blacks Harbour and reduced to it's current status as a 12 hour Emergency Room with a Nursing Home attached and in light of yesterday comments in regard to nursing homes it causes even great concern with regard to the future of health care service for Blacks Harbour.
Craig tellsTide News David Alward closed six Hospital in the Province of New Brunswick when he was in cabinet.
As for Charlotte The Isles Candidate for People's Of Alliance Terry James says in past history both the Conservative and Liberals have hacked away at the Former Fundy Hospital in Blacks Harbour and reduced to it's current status as a 12 hour Emergency Room with a Nursing Home attached and in light of yesterday comments in regard to nursing homes it causes even great concern with regard to the future of health care service for Blacks Harbour.
Liberal Candidate Rick Doucet Calls Out Conservative Leader
Liberal Candidate for Charlotte The Isles Rick Doucet calling out the Conservative leader David Alward to come forward and make a commitment to the people of Grand Manan concerning the future plans for their new nursing home.
Tide news placed a call to Conservative candidate Sharon Tucker and she tells us there is no truth to what Doucet claims that if the conservatives take power they will shut down the plans for the new nursing home on the island.
Tucker tells us Rick Doucet and Liberal Leader Shawn Graham are desperate..
Tide News has placed a call to Conservative Leader David Alward and have yet to hear back...
Tide news placed a call to Conservative candidate Sharon Tucker and she tells us there is no truth to what Doucet claims that if the conservatives take power they will shut down the plans for the new nursing home on the island.
Tucker tells us Rick Doucet and Liberal Leader Shawn Graham are desperate..
Tide News has placed a call to Conservative Leader David Alward and have yet to hear back...
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Local Man Dies in Bike Crash
RCMP were called to Boundary Street last night to respond to a collision between a bike and a vehicle around 10. The driver a local man from St. Stephen was pronounced dead at the scene.
The passenger suffered serious injuries and he was transported to the Saint John Regional Hospital.
The driver of the vehicle was uninjured.
RCMP tell us it appears the motorcycle was traveling West on Milltown Blvd, at a high rate of speed, as it approached the intersection with Boundary St. A vehicle traveling East on Milltown Blvd, West of the Boundary St intersection, was in the process of turning left onto Boundary St, when the collision occurred.
Police, Fire and Ambulance services responded to the scene. An RCMP Traffic Collision Analyst, from Fredericton, attended and conducted an analysis of the scene. Speed has been confirmed and alcohol is suspected as being contributing factors.
The passenger suffered serious injuries and he was transported to the Saint John Regional Hospital.
The driver of the vehicle was uninjured.
RCMP tell us it appears the motorcycle was traveling West on Milltown Blvd, at a high rate of speed, as it approached the intersection with Boundary St. A vehicle traveling East on Milltown Blvd, West of the Boundary St intersection, was in the process of turning left onto Boundary St, when the collision occurred.
Police, Fire and Ambulance services responded to the scene. An RCMP Traffic Collision Analyst, from Fredericton, attended and conducted an analysis of the scene. Speed has been confirmed and alcohol is suspected as being contributing factors.
Monday, September 20, 2010
People's Alliance Release Education Plan
The People's Of Alliance released their education plan this morning at the St. Stephen High School. Party leader Kris Austin along with Charlotte Campobello Candidate John Craig were on Hand to speak to the students.
The Party would like to see the education system include re-introducing trades in the High Schools among other things the party's platform consists of free vision screening and a push for a settlement with teacher's assistants.
Austin tells the point they are trying to make as a new political party the People's Allianceare everyday people that are fed up with the way politics and government is run in New Brunswick.
The Party would like to see the education system include re-introducing trades in the High Schools among other things the party's platform consists of free vision screening and a push for a settlement with teacher's assistants.
Austin tells the point they are trying to make as a new political party the People's Allianceare everyday people that are fed up with the way politics and government is run in New Brunswick.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Conservatives Make Promise to Moose Hunters
Seniors,Jobs, health-care have been some of the focus for the parties of the first three weeks of the Provincial Election campaign.
Although the Conservatives are today are turning their attention to the woods.
If elected on the 27th, Leader David Alward says his party will make changes to the moose hunting season and give more people to take part.
Alward says there are some people who haven't had their name drawn in ten years and that is not fair. The Conservative Party is also pledging to increase the catch limit of trout from five to ten.
Although the Conservatives are today are turning their attention to the woods.
If elected on the 27th, Leader David Alward says his party will make changes to the moose hunting season and give more people to take part.
Alward says there are some people who haven't had their name drawn in ten years and that is not fair. The Conservative Party is also pledging to increase the catch limit of trout from five to ten.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
First For Taxi Drivers in Saint John
A new programme has been completed in partnership with Saint John airport to better enable taxi drivers to be tourism ambassadors for the city.36 cab drivers, dispatchers and managers have completed the first customised taxi driver customer service programme in the province.
The executive director of the Tourism Industry Association, Real Robichaud says taxi drivers can help make or break how visitors view Saint John because they can be the first people visitors talk to when they fly into the airport. That means they have to be able to answer questions about what there is to do and the best places to stay and eat at. Robichaud also says their cabs have to be clean as well.
It's estimated tourism spending by visitors in Saint John exceeded 246 million dollars in 2008 with the number of passengers flying into the airport increasing for three consecutive years.
The executive director of the Tourism Industry Association, Real Robichaud says taxi drivers can help make or break how visitors view Saint John because they can be the first people visitors talk to when they fly into the airport. That means they have to be able to answer questions about what there is to do and the best places to stay and eat at. Robichaud also says their cabs have to be clean as well.
It's estimated tourism spending by visitors in Saint John exceeded 246 million dollars in 2008 with the number of passengers flying into the airport increasing for three consecutive years.
Gas Prices On The Rise
Another increase in the price of gas after the weekly setting. Self serve regular is up by just over a cent to 98.2 a litre.
Diesel has also increased to 103.5 with the maximum price for propane higher at 103.2
Diesel has also increased to 103.5 with the maximum price for propane higher at 103.2
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Speed Monitoring In St Stephen
If your headed to the High School today in St. Stephen you'll see something tracking your speed.
Members of St Stephen Citizen On Patrol are going to be conducting speed monitoring in St Stephen and area over the next couple of weeks.
The RCMP will be providing the volunteer group use of the RCMP portable roadside system, which displays the speed of approaching vehicles.
It will be placed, near our local St Stephen and area schools, to promote “Back to School Awareness”.
Over the next few weeks residents will see the sign in various place around town as Citizen On Patrol members through the use of the roadside system, will be collecting and documenting speeds, time of day and number of vehicles.
This initiative will assist the RCMP in determining where the police should be focusing enforcement. This would be another example of the value of the Citizens on Patrol Program and the citizens who have committed themselves to it.
Members of St Stephen Citizen On Patrol are going to be conducting speed monitoring in St Stephen and area over the next couple of weeks.
The RCMP will be providing the volunteer group use of the RCMP portable roadside system, which displays the speed of approaching vehicles.
It will be placed, near our local St Stephen and area schools, to promote “Back to School Awareness”.
Over the next few weeks residents will see the sign in various place around town as Citizen On Patrol members through the use of the roadside system, will be collecting and documenting speeds, time of day and number of vehicles.
This initiative will assist the RCMP in determining where the police should be focusing enforcement. This would be another example of the value of the Citizens on Patrol Program and the citizens who have committed themselves to it.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
RCMP Seek Help In Missing Moncton Man
Codiac Regional RCMP are seeking the public’s help in locating a 43-year-old Moncton man missing for over a month. Michael Andrew Blakney was reported missing to police last week but was last seen in early August while riding his bicycle in Moncton.
Blakney is of average build, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 150lbs, and has black hair. He also walks with a limp. Blakney uses prescription glasses and often wears a ball cap. Family and friends say he rides a one speed bicycle everywhere and is known to ride regularly on trails to Sackville and Petitcodiac.
Blakney has a seasonal job and his employer states that Blakney did not report for work like he usually does each fall. Investigators have also learned there have been no calls on his cellular phone and no bank transactions since early August.
Anyone with information about Michael Andrew Blakney is asked to call Codiac Regional RCMP at 857-2400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Blakney is of average build, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 150lbs, and has black hair. He also walks with a limp. Blakney uses prescription glasses and often wears a ball cap. Family and friends say he rides a one speed bicycle everywhere and is known to ride regularly on trails to Sackville and Petitcodiac.
Blakney has a seasonal job and his employer states that Blakney did not report for work like he usually does each fall. Investigators have also learned there have been no calls on his cellular phone and no bank transactions since early August.
Anyone with information about Michael Andrew Blakney is asked to call Codiac Regional RCMP at 857-2400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Green Party Takes On A Natural Look
As you head around the traffic circle in St. Stephen you may wonder why there are some scarecrows stuck in the grass with all the Political signs.
It's the Green approach to The Green Party's Political Sign.
It's the Green approach to The Green Party's Political Sign.
RCMP Arrest 3 People in Robbery
St Stephen RCMP have arrested two men and one youth in connection with robbery that happened in Baillie late Sunday night. The Three are being held in custody and will be appearing in Provincial Court.
Sergeant Bob MacKnight tells us police responded to a complaint of a the home invasion just after it happened at the home in Baillie.
The investigation determined that three were responsible, and Police also tell us one of the men used a firearm against a person insie of the house, although no one suffered serious injury.
Sergeant Bob MacKnight tells us police responded to a complaint of a the home invasion just after it happened at the home in Baillie.
The investigation determined that three were responsible, and Police also tell us one of the men used a firearm against a person insie of the house, although no one suffered serious injury.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Cupe Local 2745 Picket Juneau's Office.
Members of Cupe Local 2475 on the picket line today outside of Annabelle Juneau's office as they continue to fight for a contract. the group has been with one for 19 months now.
Today they are asking for your support for their educational staff by asking the public to call or write Premier Graham and ask him llive up to his last Election promise by investing in Educational support staff.
Police Seek Help In B&E
RCMP are asking for the public’s help in solving a break and enter in Johnson Settlement over the Labour Day Weekend.
Approximately $5000 worth of items, including tools and jewelry were taken from a residence and detached garage.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact District 1 RCMP at 506-755-1130 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Approximately $5000 worth of items, including tools and jewelry were taken from a residence and detached garage.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact District 1 RCMP at 506-755-1130 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
People's Alliance Release Platform
Kris Austin, Leader of the People's Alliance of New Brunswick released their platform earlier this morning at The Coleson Cove generating station . Austin says he wants to see the power back in the hands of the people. Austin tells us they have a concept that the citizens of New Brunswick should be legal shareholders in NB Power.
This means New Brunswick would own 51 % of the Crown Corporation. Austin's says this way in the future that if there is any intent to sell of dismantle the corporation it would have to go thru the hands of New Brunswick fist.
Austin say the difference between his party and the other Political Parties is that they are saying what they want to do where as other party leaders won't say. He tells us the Political Parties need to more clear.
This means New Brunswick would own 51 % of the Crown Corporation. Austin's says this way in the future that if there is any intent to sell of dismantle the corporation it would have to go thru the hands of New Brunswick fist.
Austin say the difference between his party and the other Political Parties is that they are saying what they want to do where as other party leaders won't say. He tells us the Political Parties need to more clear.
Voter Cards In The Mail
If you've been concerned about why you haven't seen your voter information card in the mail yet, worry no longer.
More than 520,000 people around the Province will receive the card in the mail this week.
Election Officials say it helps but is not necessary to have the card with you to cast your ballot.
The card how-ever is equipped with a bar-code which will make the voting process go quicker if you have it with you.
If you don't have a card or forget it, there will be a seperate station set-up at each polling station to make sure your name is added to the list.
More than 520,000 people around the Province will receive the card in the mail this week.
Election Officials say it helps but is not necessary to have the card with you to cast your ballot.
The card how-ever is equipped with a bar-code which will make the voting process go quicker if you have it with you.
If you don't have a card or forget it, there will be a seperate station set-up at each polling station to make sure your name is added to the list.
Friday, September 10, 2010
NB Power Is Warning Its Customers Of A Telephone Scam
NB Power issued a press release back in March warning its customers of a telephone scam and warn public the scam is still making it's rounds.
Customers have been solicited by someone offering a device for sale that can save them money on their electricity bills.
NB Power is not selling such devices, nor has it approved any such device and recommends thatcustomers contacted by persons making such claims report the incident immediately to theirlocal police force, the RCMP or PhoneBusters at 1-888-495-8501.
Customers have been solicited by someone offering a device for sale that can save them money on their electricity bills.
NB Power is not selling such devices, nor has it approved any such device and recommends thatcustomers contacted by persons making such claims report the incident immediately to theirlocal police force, the RCMP or PhoneBusters at 1-888-495-8501.
Fredericton Girl Names RCMP Puppy
Out of 9125 entries in Canada to name one of ten RCMP puppies an 11 year old Frederiction Girl recieved a prize.
Eleven year old Julia Leahy was the only New Brunswicker to receive an award. Julia won for her submission of the name “Cody”.
Sgt. Pierre Gardner of the RCMP New Brunswick Police Dog Service presented Julia with her prize of an 8×10 laminated photograph of “Cody”, an official RCMP ball cap, a plush dog named “Justice” and a certificate. Congratulations Julia!
This contest is a annual RCMP “Name the Puppy” contest held by the RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre in Alberta.
Photo : Julia Leahy, Sgt. Pierre Gardner and his Police Dog “Bruno
Eleven year old Julia Leahy was the only New Brunswicker to receive an award. Julia won for her submission of the name “Cody”.
Sgt. Pierre Gardner of the RCMP New Brunswick Police Dog Service presented Julia with her prize of an 8×10 laminated photograph of “Cody”, an official RCMP ball cap, a plush dog named “Justice” and a certificate. Congratulations Julia!
This contest is a annual RCMP “Name the Puppy” contest held by the RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre in Alberta.
Photo : Julia Leahy, Sgt. Pierre Gardner and his Police Dog “Bruno
Impared Driving Charges Over Long Weekend
Over the Labour Day long weekend, the RCMP conducted operations and checked more than 10,000 vehicles across the province.
The focus of that weekend was on impaired driving and even with the poor weather, for District One, 28 provincial tickets were issued for the area.
Three people were charged with impaired driving and 1 other received a 24-hour suspension. In addition nearly 600 provincial tickets and warnings were handed out.
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The focus of that weekend was on impaired driving and even with the poor weather, for District One, 28 provincial tickets were issued for the area.
Three people were charged with impaired driving and 1 other received a 24-hour suspension. In addition nearly 600 provincial tickets and warnings were handed out.
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Meet The Candidate's
With the Provincial Election right around the corner it may be time to get to know the people that want to represent us.
The St. Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Candidate's Night on Thursday, September 16 from 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m. The event will be held at the Milltown Legion.
The St. Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Candidate's Night on Thursday, September 16 from 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m. The event will be held at the Milltown Legion.
Maine Company Receives Funding from Federal Department of Energy
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded Portland Based Ocean Renewable Power Company $10 million to fund a key part of their commercial-scale tidal energy development project in Cobscook Bay.
The company is partnering with the University of Maine and the U.S. Coast Guard and has received financial support from the State’s Maine Technology Institute.
Governor Baldacci said the success of Ocean Renewable Power Company is important to the entire State as public and private partners in Maine continue to aggressively pursue development of clean, renewable energy.
Maine also continues to explore opportunities with Nova Scotia for collaboration regarding research, technology and deployment of tidal energy. A two-day workshop planned for October in Nova Scotia.
Governor Baldacci and Premier Dexter signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Ocean Energy Development on July 12, 2010 to share information on renewable electricity with a focus on ocean tidal energy.
The company is partnering with the University of Maine and the U.S. Coast Guard and has received financial support from the State’s Maine Technology Institute.
Governor Baldacci said the success of Ocean Renewable Power Company is important to the entire State as public and private partners in Maine continue to aggressively pursue development of clean, renewable energy.
Maine also continues to explore opportunities with Nova Scotia for collaboration regarding research, technology and deployment of tidal energy. A two-day workshop planned for October in Nova Scotia.
Governor Baldacci and Premier Dexter signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Ocean Energy Development on July 12, 2010 to share information on renewable electricity with a focus on ocean tidal energy.
New Brunswick & Maine Recognized For Awards
Two departments of transportation recognizedThe departments of transportation for both New Brunswick and Maine were co-recipients of the Partnerships Award recently at the second annual Atlantica Champions of Excellence Award ceremony.
From left: Imelda Gilman, president of the Saint John Board of Trade; David Cole, Maine Department of Transportation commissioner; David Johnstone, deputy minister, New Brunswick Department of Transportation; and John Porter, president, Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce.
From left: Imelda Gilman, president of the Saint John Board of Trade; David Cole, Maine Department of Transportation commissioner; David Johnstone, deputy minister, New Brunswick Department of Transportation; and John Porter, president, Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce.
Marijuana plants seized from roof of home in St. George
Just when you thought you have heard it all RCMP tell us they have found a grop op on a roof of a home.
RCMP seized marijuana plants, as well as a small quantity of prescription narcotics yesterday in St. George.
While only six full-sized, mature marijuana plants were seized, Police estimate that the plants could have produced up to 3000 marijuana joints.
A man and a woman, both in their forties, were arrested at the scene and later released.
The plants were growing in large plastic tubs on the roof visiable for anyone to see driving by.
RCMP seized marijuana plants, as well as a small quantity of prescription narcotics yesterday in St. George.
While only six full-sized, mature marijuana plants were seized, Police estimate that the plants could have produced up to 3000 marijuana joints.
A man and a woman, both in their forties, were arrested at the scene and later released.
The plants were growing in large plastic tubs on the roof visiable for anyone to see driving by.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Graham Takes Aim At Alward
Premier Shawn Graham is on the attack -- Graham is going after Conservative leader David Alward for promising to study and consult on a number of issue instead of laying out concrete plans.
Graham fired the shots during a campaign stop here in the city of Saint John this morning -- the Liberal leader calls Alward's promise to re-study the controversial French immersion issue a turning point in the election campaign.
Graham says test results prove the changes his government implemented are working.
Meanwhile -- Graham is promising to implement an asset management strategy for health care facilities which will lead to automatic upgrades of medical equipment - a move he says will help attract more doctors to our province.
Photo By Gary MacDonald
Graham fired the shots during a campaign stop here in the city of Saint John this morning -- the Liberal leader calls Alward's promise to re-study the controversial French immersion issue a turning point in the election campaign.
Graham says test results prove the changes his government implemented are working.
Meanwhile -- Graham is promising to implement an asset management strategy for health care facilities which will lead to automatic upgrades of medical equipment - a move he says will help attract more doctors to our province.
Photo By Gary MacDonald
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Conservatives Told To Shut Down Account
The Conservative Twitter account which presents itself as "NBLiberalParty" has been removed by Twitter for violating their terms of service.
It was last month when Liberal candidate Kelly Lamrock called on the Conservatives to remove the account because they were misleading and irresponsible.
The Conservatives responded by saying it's a great site for people to go on to get the truth.
It was last month when Liberal candidate Kelly Lamrock called on the Conservatives to remove the account because they were misleading and irresponsible.
The Conservatives responded by saying it's a great site for people to go on to get the truth.
Police Bust Grow Op in St. George
RCMP in St George has discovered and dismantled an outdoor marijuana grow operation along Mascarene Road. Police tells us about 90 marijuana plants in the final stages of production were seized.
Anyone with information regarding any suspicious activities taking place in their area is encouraged to contact the police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
The plants could have produced 45,000 marijuana joints.
Anyone with information regarding any suspicious activities taking place in their area is encouraged to contact the police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
The plants could have produced 45,000 marijuana joints.
Chamcook Lake Algae Information Line
With the recent discovery of the blue-green algae bloom in Chamcook Lake, the Town of Saint Andrews is taking a proactive role to ensure information is readily available to all residents by providing a new Public Information Phone Number that will provide the most up-to-date information on the status of the drinking water in the Town.
Information will be updated as it becomes available. The new phone number is 529-5115.
New Brunswick Music Awards
New Brunswick is getting its first provincial music awards and the general public will have a say in picking the winners.
The awards are sponsored by Music NB and will be held in Moncton on Oct. 9. Your voting has started today and will continue until October 7
Check out this website to vote http://www.musicnb.org/
The awards are sponsored by Music NB and will be held in Moncton on Oct. 9. Your voting has started today and will continue until October 7
Check out this website to vote http://www.musicnb.org/
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Irving And Titus To be Recognized By Red Cross
Judith Irving has been selected by the Canadian Red Cross as the recipient of its 2010 Humanitarian Award.
This is to recognize Irving's commitment to charitable work and philanthropy. The Red Cross has also announced that Amanda Titus from Sussex will receive its 2010 Young Humanitarian Award.
The awards will be handed on November.17th at the Delta Brunswick.
This is to recognize Irving's commitment to charitable work and philanthropy. The Red Cross has also announced that Amanda Titus from Sussex will receive its 2010 Young Humanitarian Award.
The awards will be handed on November.17th at the Delta Brunswick.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Earl For Most Is A Non-Event
(Waves Hitting The Shore At Saints Rest Beach In Saint John)
(Photo By Jim Hennessy)
They only clean up going on for most of the Province following Tropical Storm Earl is putting all of your patio furniture back back where it belongs.
Except for kicking up a few waves, bringing some rain and knocking out power for close to 4000 people, the storm turned out to be a non-event.
As of 7:30am this morning, NB Power was still working to get six of it's customers in Passekeag and one in Summerville back on the grid.
NB Power And Saint John Energy Helping Out
Crews from Saint John Energy and NB Power are in Nova Scotia looking to reconnect homes and businesses to the grid following Tropical Storm Earl.
Both utilities received a call from Nova Scotia Power for some help yesterday afternoon with a combined 21 crews in that Province.
No word on how long the crews will be needed but both utilities say they will stay with the job until it is done.
Getting Young Voters To Cast A Ballot
Signs on milk cartons along with a Facebook page.
Just two of the initiaves launched by Elections NB to get young voters out to cast a ballot.
The average for this Province is around 67% which is high compared to other Provinces.
Chief Electoral Officer Michael Quinn tells CHSJ News, the 18-25 demographic has always been the tough bracket to crack but they are working to change that pattern.
Earlier this week, Elections NB announced they are teaming up with Northumberland Dairy with side panels on cartons of milk reminding young people to cast a ballot.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
NB Power/ Winds
Power crews are ready to go if we receive any power outage due to the high winds in the forecast today. At this hour NB Power is reporting 24 unplanned outage on Deer Island.
They expect to have power restored to Island residents by 10:30 this morning. Winds are anticipated to continue all day and over night tonight .
They expect to have power restored to Island residents by 10:30 this morning. Winds are anticipated to continue all day and over night tonight .
Friday, September 3, 2010
Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) In Chamcook Lake
With The Recent blue-green Algae found in Chamcook Lake all users of that municipal water supply are being advised that the Department of Health and the Department of Environment have been notified by Saint Andrerws Town officials that they had received a few complaints about the smell of tap water and that the algae bloom at Chamcook Lake with the increased winds that have pushed the algae down to the intake end of the lake.
A visual inspection at the plant indicated that a small number of colonies were in the raw water, however, no colonies were observed in the treated water.
As a precautionary measure the Department of Health is asking users who notice a change in the color, taste or odor in their water supply or who are a dialysis patient or dialysis treatment provider to seek an alternative source of water for consumption and dialysis until we are in receipt of test results from the samples taken in the past two days.
The Department of Health, Department of Environment, and the town of St. Andrews are working together to ensure your water supply is not affected by this blue green algae bloom. The department of Health will issue advisories to the public where necessary to protect public health.
A visual inspection at the plant indicated that a small number of colonies were in the raw water, however, no colonies were observed in the treated water.
As a precautionary measure the Department of Health is asking users who notice a change in the color, taste or odor in their water supply or who are a dialysis patient or dialysis treatment provider to seek an alternative source of water for consumption and dialysis until we are in receipt of test results from the samples taken in the past two days.
The Department of Health, Department of Environment, and the town of St. Andrews are working together to ensure your water supply is not affected by this blue green algae bloom. The department of Health will issue advisories to the public where necessary to protect public health.
Towns Ready For Earl
Hurricane Earl's potential impact on Atlantic Canada is broadening. Tide News Spoke with Charlotte The Isles MLA and Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet and he tells us he took time off of the campaign trail yesterday to speak with members of municipality's in the area to go over their action plans..
Doucet was on Grand Manan yesterday and spoke with member from their EMO and The Department Of Public Safety and says they are prepared for Earl.
Lee Johnson Director Of Operation for The Town Of St. Stephen says we are prepared as the fire department will be on hand 24, generator's are in place for back up water and St. Stephen Public works are on call for anything flooding or downed trees the weather may bring our way...
The Chief Administrative & Development Officer for The Town Of Saint Andrews tells us they have emergency plans in place and reminds they can call the emergency line at 529-5120.
The Mayor of Blacks Harbour is reminding everyone to do their part in the community by checking on your neighbours or seniors in the area before and after the storm. Emergency plans are in place and ready to go if needed for Blacks Harbour.
Doucet was on Grand Manan yesterday and spoke with member from their EMO and The Department Of Public Safety and says they are prepared for Earl.
Lee Johnson Director Of Operation for The Town Of St. Stephen says we are prepared as the fire department will be on hand 24, generator's are in place for back up water and St. Stephen Public works are on call for anything flooding or downed trees the weather may bring our way...
The Chief Administrative & Development Officer for The Town Of Saint Andrews tells us they have emergency plans in place and reminds they can call the emergency line at 529-5120.
The Mayor of Blacks Harbour is reminding everyone to do their part in the community by checking on your neighbours or seniors in the area before and after the storm. Emergency plans are in place and ready to go if needed for Blacks Harbour.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
People's Alliance Kickoff
The People's Alliance Party officially kicked off its campaign for the September 27th provincial election by focusing on what it calls the financial crisis facing the province.
Party Leader Kris Austin says nothing or very little has been mentioned so far about the growing provincial debt and string of budget deficits.
Austin says the People's Alliance is not proposing any tax increases but modest tax cuts for small businesses to stimulate economic growth.
The Provincial New Democrats are accusing both the Liberals and Conservatives of being irresponsible with all of their campaign promises.
Party Leader Kris Austin says nothing or very little has been mentioned so far about the growing provincial debt and string of budget deficits.
Austin says the People's Alliance is not proposing any tax increases but modest tax cuts for small businesses to stimulate economic growth.
The Provincial New Democrats are accusing both the Liberals and Conservatives of being irresponsible with all of their campaign promises.
Gas Prices Take A Rise
Gas prices have taken a hike after the weekly setting with maximum prices rising by a couple of cents. Self serve regular is now selling for 97.0 cents a litre around town with diesel up to 105.9.
The maximum price for propane is listed at 101.7 a litre.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Air Quality Alert for Ozone Today
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is warning people that the air quality in Maine over the next several days will likely be the worst we have seen in several years.
Ground-level ozone concentrations are expected to reach unhealthy levels along the entire coast of Maine . The high levels will continue into Thursday and likely move inland.
In addition to the heat and humidity, several pollutant levels will be on the rise; these factors combined create a more severe situation. For more info http://www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=Citizen+Alert+System&v=Article-2004
Ground-level ozone concentrations are expected to reach unhealthy levels along the entire coast of Maine . The high levels will continue into Thursday and likely move inland.
In addition to the heat and humidity, several pollutant levels will be on the rise; these factors combined create a more severe situation. For more info http://www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=Citizen+Alert+System&v=Article-2004
Horizon Health Network Appoints Three New Members
Madeleine Drummie from Oak Bay has been appointed one of three new board members for the Horizon Healh Network Board Of Directors.
Drummie retired in 1997 from her 33-year career in the federal public service as the senior liaison officer in the Office of the Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada.
She has held positions in the Unemployment Insurance Commission and the Departments of Manpower and Immigration and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada.
She has served as a former member and chair of the Board of Hospice of Charlotte and co-chair of the Lead Fundraising Division for the Charlotte County Civic Center Project and is currently a director of the Board of Algonquin Properties.
Drummie retired in 1997 from her 33-year career in the federal public service as the senior liaison officer in the Office of the Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada.
She has held positions in the Unemployment Insurance Commission and the Departments of Manpower and Immigration and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada.
She has served as a former member and chair of the Board of Hospice of Charlotte and co-chair of the Lead Fundraising Division for the Charlotte County Civic Center Project and is currently a director of the Board of Algonquin Properties.
Van Flips In Musquash
The Musquash Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle flipped over on Highway One in Musquash. The collision occurred in the east bound lane close to mile marker 94 shortly after 4 pm on yesterday afternoon.
One man was transported by ambulance to hospital. Eastbound traffic was reduced to one lane while emergency responders were on scene.
The Musquash Fire Department urges motorists to reduce their speed as they approach emergency vehicles on the side of the highway, and to be prepared to stop if directed.
One man was transported by ambulance to hospital. Eastbound traffic was reduced to one lane while emergency responders were on scene.
The Musquash Fire Department urges motorists to reduce their speed as they approach emergency vehicles on the side of the highway, and to be prepared to stop if directed.
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