Police Warn Of Snow Removal Scammers

Fredericton Police Force are warning about a snow scam.

The police receiving some info that people may be offering snow removal for driveways and roofs but insisting the homeowner pay steep up-front fees.

Some people offering this service get the money first and never show up to do the work.

You are being warned to do your homework when looking for companies to do snow removal at your home.

UNB Faculty Set Strike Deadline

This could have a major effect on students and staff alike...... the Association of University of New Brunswick Teachers has voted to set a strike deadline of January 13th.

If it goes ahead, the strike would be a first for UNB--there's never been a faculty strike at the school in its 230 year history.

It would effect more than 800 full time and part time staff.

The key issues are compensation and working conditions comparable to other similarly-sized universities according to the Teacher's Association.

The association is working to arrange a general membership meeting for Thursday after which more details could come out.

Perry Inquest Set For March

The Coroner's inquest into the death of Serena Perry is scheduled to begin at the Saint John Law Courts on St. Patrick's Day.

A release on the government's website says two weeks have been set aside where presiding coroner John Evans and a jury will hear evidence from subpoenaed witnesses.

Perry was 22 years old when she died on February 14th 2012 while a patient at the Regional hospital.

The jury can make recommendations aimed at preventing any future deaths under similar circumstances.