Questions Raised About Nuclear Spill in Lepreau

An environmentalist is raising questions about the role of Canada's nuclear safety regulator after a heavy-water spill two months ago at the Point Lepreau nuclear power plant.
   
David Coon of the Conservation Council says the regulator, then called the Atomic Energy Control Board should have followed-up on similar incidents back in 1995.
   
The earlier incidents came to light in a report from NB Power.
   
The report, obtained by The Canadian Press, says heavy water entered a gas monitor three times during a shutdown in 1995, but the design was never changed.

Will Marriot Parent The Algonquin?

A prominent piece of New Brunswick history may be getting a new owner.
   
The Crown-owned Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews could soon carry the Marriott banner, if a deal can be finalized.
  
Tourism Minister Trevor Holder says the provincial government is in final negotiations with a consortium.
   
New Castle Hotels and Southwest Properties are interested in buying the resort, or becoming a partner with the province.
   
The minister says the parties now have 60 days to conduct their due diligence.
   
The province launched the search for a new operator last February .
  
Last year, the government said the century-old resort needed repairs and upgrades worth 20 to 25 million dollars.

Something For Every Biker

The "Rally in The St. Croix Valley" scheduling rides for all different kinds of bikers.

Canadian Chair Bob Hamel tells Tide News about a new ride added this year, called a dual-sport ride, for specialized bikes that go on and off road.

Hamel says they have a few dual-sport rides scheduled, leading the bikers through wooded areas, and giving them a chance to utilize the bike they own.
There will also be a "Blueberry-Chocolate" ride that includes blueberry tasting at Granite Farms in St. George and a tour of the Chocolate Museum in St. Stephen.

The Rally is set for July 1st to the 8th.

They are currently looking for volunteers, if you would like to participate, contact Bob Hamel at 467-7101 or through Facebook.

Cooke's To Be Awarded For Heroic Efforts

A local fish plant being honored for their heroic efforts.

Cooke's Aquaculture in St. George will be given an Industry Achievement Award during the Fish Canada/Workboat Canada Trade Show this weekend, for their selfless acts in the Flood of 2010.

When Charlotte County went under water last winter, an excess of 60 employees of Cooke's utilized boats to rescue people, as well as deliver food and supplies.

Cooke's also joined with JD Irving, in efforts to get those hit hardest into a new subdivision.

Glenn Cooke, CEO of Cooke's Aquaculture says "the flood happened in our town and to our people, there was no question of us getting involved."

The award will be presented at the Moncton Coliseum tomorrow night at 6.

SJDA Wins Technology Package

Congratulations goes out to the Sir James Dunn Acadamy in St. Andrews.
They are one of the winners from the MindShare Learning 21st Century Digital Classroom Challenge.  Sir James Dunn Adadamy is one of three regional winner’s from Canada  that will receive technology packages worth over $15,000.

Teacher Seth Richardson says “At SJDA technology education is at the forefront of our 21st century learning initiative. He says they are committed to inspiring future leaders to question, innovate and collaborate, using the skills necessary to succeed".