Lumberjack Competition

The 37th Annual International Homecoming Festival continues in St. Stephen & Calais today with the International Lumberjack Competition.  20 lumberjacks and lumberjills were competing for cash prizes and trophies.  Hundreds of spectatiors came out and cheered on the contestants.
For a complete list of other festival events happening today and throughout the week, visit http://www.thetide.ca/

Iggy Speaks On Lepreau Refurbishment

(Michael Ignatieff gives a speech at Paul Zed's BBQ)
(Photo by Sherry Aske)

A crowd of people turned up to watch Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff roll into town on the Liberal Express.

Ignatieff was in Rothesay last night for a barbecue at former MP Paul Zed's house.

He spoke about his stance on the Point Lepreau refurbishments, saying his focus as a federal politician is that Stephen Harper has walked away from the Canadian nuclear industry for the past four years. 

Ignatieff says we need to make sure we have nuclear technologies and the capacity to repair our nuclear stations. 

He says we're losing nuclear scientists almost daily now, and the responsibility for that is ultimately not with AECL, but with the Conservative government.

Fewer Forest Fires

The number of forest fires around the Province are way down this year and that might come as a surprise to many with the all the hot, humid weather.

So far, there have been 120 fires which have burned 110 hectares.

Jeff Betts is the Provincial Fire Center Operations Officer and tells us, it doesn't seem like it, but the rain is spaced out enough that the woods are not tinder dry and campers are being very cautious to extinguish any fires before leaving their site.

Betts says last year, 230 hectares of forest was lost around the Province which is also low with the ten year average being close to 400.

New Event For Chocolate Fest

Area Teens will think there is definetly a sweet new event added to Chocolate Fest this year.

Maria Kulcher of the Chocolate Fest Board of Directors tells us a Much Music Videodance will be held at the Border Arena on Aug 3rd.

It's for kids between the ages of 12 and 18 and will have wicked sound, killer lighting and the hotest new and old school videos.

For more information you can go to http://www.chocolate-fest.ca/index.php.

Call For More Diversity On EUB

An anti-poverty group would like to see even more change with the Energy and Utilities Board than what has been proposed by Provincial Energy Minister Jack Keir.

Bethany Thorne Dykstra of Voice of Real Poverty tells us members of the Board should be elected instead of appointed.

She would like to see representation on the E-U-B from someone who can speak up for the interests of consumers, especially those who don't have a lot of money to work with.

Iggy Comes To Town

(Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff)
(File Photo)

Liberal Party Leader Michael Ignatieff continues his cross province tour this weekend with a stop-over in Rothesay today.

Former Saint John MP Paul Zed is hosting the get-together at his home and tells us he expects there will be several hundred people on hand to greet Ignatieff when he arrives.

Zed points out this is Ignatieff's fifth trip to Saint John and there is no political agenda, just a chance to come and have a more relaxed visit to the area.

Mayor Holds Riding Rally

Mayor of Blacks Harbour Terry James will be holding her first riding rally to be held at the Eastern Charlotte Lion’s Club in Pennfield today between 2 and 5.

James tells Tide News she's up for the challenge and she's up against our current MLA Rick Doucet and Mayor of St. George Sharon Tucker.

Tide news asked James how she felt running against them as she has built a different relationship with them in the past as the Mayor of Blacks Harbour.

She says she has the utmost respect for both of them and she's hoping they have equal respect for her.

PANB Leader Kris Austin will be on hand today to show his support for James. The People’s Alliance of New Brunswick is the newest official political party in New Brunswick.

New Flavour Doing Well

Something that certainly goes well with a sunny long weekend is a cold beer.

Joel Levesque is Vice President of Communications with Moosehead Breweries and tells us since launching their newest summer flavour -Moose Light Blackberry- at the end of June, sales have been great.

He says they've achieved their sales objectives and they're getting great feedback about it.

Levesque says the Moose Light Blackberry might be back next summer, or they might have a new flavour because consumers seem to be really interested in experimenting and product innovation.

Bay Of Fundy At Risk

(Marine biologist Jamie Steele)
(Photo by Gary MacDonald)

A St. Andrews marine biologist says the Bay of Fundy remains a resource at risk.

Jamie Steele tells us the bay's fragile ecosystem is linked to influences around it.

Steele says even though we strive for a balance between uses such as shipping or tourism -- we usually go too far the other way and have to backtrack to repair any damage to the ecosystem.

But -- Steele says talk of tidal power generators in the bay is miles ahead of past suggestions of large damns to harness the tides which would have a significant impact on the bay's marine life.

He says we have to become more aware of our own backyard and how we influence what happens in it.

Nature Trust Cleans Beaches

The Nature Trust of New Brunswick is making an effort to clean up the beaches in Bocabec Bay near St. Andrews today.

The stretch of shoreline was chosen for this year's Charlotte Isles clean-up and Executive Director Renata Woodward tells us they normally collect just over one ton of garbage.

Woodward says they see a lot of commercial bins, plastic containers and oil containers that get washed in from the ocean.

She says the goal is to get people involved in land conservation and land stewardship.

Arson Cause Of Early Morning Fire In Saint John

The cause of a fire early this morning in the north end of Saint John was arson. The Major Crime Unit along with fire investigators are trying to find who deliberately set it. The fire broke out around 3:30 in a two and a half storey wooden building that was empty on Douglas Avenue at Main Street.

Police say there were no injuries.

International Festival Kicks Off Tonight

The annual International Homecoming Festival celebrating kicks off its 37th year with a handshake tonight at The Ferry Point Bridge at 7.

The next 10 days will be filled full of events,activities friends and family from here and away.

International Homecoming Festival brings people from both countries together to celebrate more than 200 years of friendship between the two border towns. This year’s festival theme is “Bridging Our Friendship,” Events for the 37th Annual International

Homecoming Festival are scheduled to take place from from today to Aug. 8 and you can get your complete list by listening to our station or checking out our community calendar.

Seatbelts Save Lives

New stats from RCMP prove what some have been preaching for a long time.....seatbelts save lives. Officers tell us 90% of drivers in the Province buckle up before starting their vehicle but the 10% who don't account for 44% of those killed on Provincial Highways.

No matter what you have planned for this Long Weekend, if it involves driving, RCMP remind everyone to buckle up as they will be conducting check-stops all weekend.

Huntman Marine Science Center At Halfway Point

It's officially at the half way mark with the concrete hitting the ground this week for the New Huntsman Marine Science Centre.
‘Seal the Deal’ campaign was launched in October of last year to raise the remaining $2 million it needed to complete the new Discovery Centre, which will cost $8 million to complete.

 One million already raised, and $2.5 million from both the provincial and federal governments, the target was to reach $2 million before the doors to the new facility open in June 2011.

The new centre, complete with aquarium, 226-seat theatre, wet lab, and conference rooms will be open year-round. Plans for the new building are on show at the temporary aquarium, which is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Huntsman this year.

Gas Prices Up And Down

Self serve regular has gone up by a cent a litre after the weekly setting while diesel has gone down slightly by under a cent to a dollar point six a litre. Propane remains at 99.6 cents.

Meanwhile if your headed to Calais gas will only cost you 78 per litre Canadian today.

Blacks Harbour Mayor Terry James Launches Campaign As People's Alliance Candidate.

Mayor of Blacks Harbour Terry James has confirmed she is running as an official candidate for People’s Alliance of New Brunswick . James will be holding her first riding rally to be held at the Eastern Charlotte Lion’s Club in Pennfield this Saturday, July 31st between 2 and 5 pm.
James tells Tide News she will represent on behalf of the people wheater it is jobs, education, health care, ferry service, property taxes, or rural issues. James says she's intend's to win a seat in the New Brunswick Legislature.

PANB Leader Kris Austin says he's impressed with James energy, enthusiasm, and knowledge.

The People’s Alliance of New Brunswick is the newest official political party in New Brunswick.

St. Stephen Lottery Winner

David and Susan Johnson of St. Stephen are the latest winners from Atlantic Lotto.
They were very excited when they arrived to pick up their cheque for $1-Million.
David was out Saturday night when he decided to pick up a ticket for the Atlantic 49 draw. 
When he checked his ticket the next day on the internet, he discovered he was a new millionaire!
Circle K in St. Stephen will receive a one percent seller's prize for selling the winning ticket.

Progressive Conservative Party Leader to Make Announcement

PC Leader David Alward will make a campaign announcement at noon tomorrow around noon time in Frederiction. It's just 62 days away from the Election.

Earthquake Felt off Waters Outside Of Saint Andrews and Grand Manan

A small earthquake occurred offshore, close to Grand Manan Island, and about 75 from Saint Andrews and 56 kms East of Machias.

There are no reports of damage but those in the area say they heard and felt it. It registered as a 3.2 Quake. It struck around 3:30 Sunday.

New Radio Station For Nova Scotia

Country music and up to date news is being enjoyed on the south shore of Nova Scotia at 100.7 CKHJ Hank FM.

The new radio station is up and running and is owned and operated by Acadia Broadcasting which also owns 98.1 The Tide, Country 94 and sister station 97.3 the Wave.

Company Vice-President Jim MacMullin says it is exciting to launch our new ststaion after two years of planning, approvals and construction.

Hank Fm is sharing broadcasting space with it's sister station, CKBW.

The launch of the new station coincides with another exciting event for the Bridgewater stations a move into new state of the art studios anmd offices.

Doucet Announces $1.5 million In Infrastructure Projects

The MLA for Charlotte-the Isles tells Tide News work begins Tuesday near Back Bay as the Province is investing more than $120,000 for replacing of a cross culvert on the Back Bay Loop Road.
The project will take up to three weeks and the road will be closed to thru traffic. Where the culvert is in the middle of the loop, residents should turn around and go back the same way they entered the road.

Doucet also announced a tender award, valued at $422,000 for paving through the Department of Transportation’s designated highways program for paving Route 172 Fundy Bay Drive from Mount Pleasant Road to Salar Court and Letete Road from Main Street to Mount Pleasant Road.

Bike accident Over The Weekend

The Harvey Volunteer Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident between a motorcycle and a delivery truck over to end out last week. The accident happened just outside of Harvey Station. The motorcycle travelling with a group of 4 motorcyclists going towards St. Andrews crossed the path of the lead bike in the group and the bike and driver struck the side of the truck.

The driver of the motorcycle was rushed to Fredericton by ambulance and later transferred to Saint John. RCMP accident reconstruction team investigated the cause of the accident.

MaxMillion Dollor Ticket Sold In St. Stephen

Lotto officials say an Atlantic 49 ticket sold in the province for Saturday's draw is worth amillion bucks.

The winning ticket was sold in St. Stephen. Atlantic Lottery officials say another ticket worth that amount was sold in Fredericton.

It was one of the MaxMillions that were drawn in the LottoMax lottery on Friday.

The winner has yet to step forward.

A First For The Province With Expansion Of Amber Alerts

Facebook users can sign up for AMBER alerts directly in their new feeds.
Amber alerts provide the public with info that can help locate an abducted child. Corporal Todd Chadwick is the Provincial Coordinator for AMBER Alert says this Facebook page is set up differently.

He says you can't write on the wall, it's purpose is to push information out to the public.

To join their Facebook page, click on the link.

http://www.facebook.com/AMBERalertNB?ref=sgm

Jack Irving's Visitation

A large turnout is expected as people pay their respects to the late Jack Irving who died earlier this week. Visitation is from 2 this afternoon until 8 tonight at Trinity Anglican Church on Charlotte Street with the funeral service scheduled tomorrow morning at 11:00.

False Abduction In Memramcook

Police has found out the report of attempted abduction made a 10-year-old girl in Memramcook is false.
After she was being interviewed by RCMP investigators, she admitted she made up the incident.

Police tells us because of the age of the girl no charges are being considered.

Attempted Abduction In Memramcook

RCMP are investigating the attempted abduction of a 10-year-old girl in southeastern part of the Province. They Tell us it happened mid afternoon yesterday in Memramcook.

Police say a man tried to grab the girl from behind but she mananaged to break free and run for help.

The suspect, who was wearing a black hoody, is described as being slim and of medium height.

Gas Prices Today St.Stephen & Calais

Not much of a change with gas prices after the weekly setting. Self Serve Regular has gone up just slightly, under a penny, to 98.9 cents a litre.

 Diesel is also higher at 101.1 a litre. Propane, meantime, is less expensive falling to 99.6 cents.

Meanwhile if you headed to Calias gas will only cot you .76 cents per litre.

Point Lepreu Near Completion

NB Power says the refurbishment of its Point Lepreau nuclear generating station is about 75 per cent complete, although some some leaks were found in the joints of new calandria tubes, they contain pressure tubes that hold the reactor's fuel bundles.

Atomic Energy of Canada has been conducting assessments and tests on a number of potential technical solutions in order to create tighter seal joints that meet operating standards.

B&E At St. Stephen Guardian

Local RCMP responded to an alarm activated at the Guardian drug store in St. Stephen to start the week out.. Upon arrival the police discovered the business had been broken into and the culprit had fled the scene with a quantity of methadone.

Through investigation the RCMP has identified a suspect in the break and enter, the investigation is continuing.

Lake Utopia Land Owners Hold Vote

A motion to form a Lake Utopia Association will be tabled at a charter meeting tonight at The St. Mark's Church in St. George. All landowners on the lake and the lower Magaguadavic River are encouraged to be in attendance.. The lake has been a great summer retreat for locals and property owners from all around the Atlantic Provinces, Ontario, and the States.

Algae bloom in the recent years have raised cause for concern from locals and the health of their lake.

The meeting is set to get underway at 6:30 tonight.

John Ernest (Jack) Irving

John Ernest (Jack) Irving, C.M., D.Litt., LL.D., was born on January 1, 1932 in Saint John, New Brunswick to Kenneth Colin Irving and Harriet Lila “née MacNarin” Irving.

John E. Irving is a Member of the Order of Canada, a Companion of the Order of The Business Hall of Fame, an inaugural member of the New Brunswick Business Hall of Fame, recipient of an Honourary Doctorate of Letters from the University of New Brunswick, recipient of an Honourary Doctorate in Civil Laws from Acadia University and is an Alumnus Honoris Causa of Harvard University Graduate School of Business Administration, Boston, MA. He graduated from Rothesay Collegiate School, Rothesay, NB in 1950 and attended Acadia University, Wolfville, NS from 1950 to 1952.

In 1952 at his father’s request he joined his father’s businesses and he worked all his life, along-side his brother Arthur in Irving Oil. In addition, John E. Irving was a Director of all Irving businesses and was responsible for and managed a number of the companies within the varied Irving enterprises.

He is survived by his wife Suzanne Heather Cameron “née Farrer”, his children John Keillor Farrer Irving, Colin Dargarvel Irving, Anne Cameron I. Oxley and six grandchildren.

He died after a short illness on July 21, 2010. Visitation will be held at Trinity Anglican Church, 115 Charlotte Street, Saint John, NB on Friday July 23, 2010, from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm. The funeral service will be conducted at Trinity Anglican Church at 11:00 am on Saturday July 24, 2010. A private family interment is to take place at a later time.

Arrangements are under the care of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (506-634-7424). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation or the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.

Online donations and condolences may be made at: www.brenansfh.com.

Jack Irving Has Passed Away

The Irving family is mourning the loss of a member today. John Ernest Jack Irving has passed away following a short illness. Born on January.1st. 1932, Irving was the chairman of the board of Ocean Capital Investments which is the parent company of Acadia and Northwoods broadcasting. Irving has been decorated with many recognitions over his life-time and career including a member of the Order of Canada, a member of the New Brunswick Hall of Fame and held an honourary doctorate in civil laws from Acadia University.

Irving worked all his life with Irving Oil first joining the company in 1952. Vistation will be held at Trinity Anglican Church on Charlotte Street, Friday between two in the afternoon and eight in the evening. The funeral will be held the following day, also at the Trinity Anglican Church at eleven o'clock.

Bell Mobility Scam In St. Stephen

Locals beware of a scam making its rounds in our Bordertown. This time you'll recieve a call from a man or women claiming to with Bell Aliant offering you a promotion. The caller will identify himself or herself as a employee of Bell Mobility and even give you an employee number and a return contact number. The caller will offer you a deal on a LG Rumour phone and all you have to do is give your Social Insurance Number or the last 4 digits of a major Credit Card.

Tide News Spoke Public Affairs Manager with Bell Alliant Allison Queen and she tell us that this is not an Aliant campaign. Queen reminds everyone they will never ask anyone for thier persoal over the phone and if you recieve a call that your not sure about call Bell or your local authorities.

Local RCMP would like to remind the public to be extremely cautious if a caller asks you for personal information over the phone, do not give it. If the caller says act now, they’re doing you a favour, refuse immediately, you are not obligated. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Wood and Wardrobe Fire Update

The Wood and Wardrobe Store will be returning to their former location at 6 king street in St. Stephen. That from Manager Tammy Parks of the St Croix Volunteer Center & Wood and Wardrobe. Cleanup has now begun at the The wood and wardrobe which was gutted by fire back on May 23rd.

The center is still waiting on Insurance although there will not be enough insurance money to complete all repairs. Fundraiser are being planed as well as the Center is in the process of getting their Charitable Status.

Parks tells Tide News they are focusing on the downstairs store front area that will allow them to reopen at their former location

"Go Riding" TV Show Is In Province

The "Go Riding" TV show and magazine are touring ATV trails in the Province starting today in Moncton.

The tour with the Province's A-T-V Federation also includes stop in Sussex this week and in Fredericton.

Jacques Poirier of the A-T-V Federation says in 2005, a national survey found the A-T-V industry in the Province brings in 50 million dollars a year.

Twinning OF The Highway From Waweig to Lepreau

A sod turning event was held this morning for the twinning of the Number one Highway with Transportation Minister Denis Landry, New Brunswick Southwest MP Greg Thompson and and the project manager, for Dexter Construction participated in a groundbreaking ceremony in St. George along with MLA for Charlotte The Isles Rick Doucet

Doucet tells Tide News this has been a long time in the making and this is the single largest highway project that the Province has seen and probably will ever see. It will be great for business and tourism

Doucet say people whom are looking for places to live will find it allot easier from the outside area that may want to move to places along the coast. Estimated time of completion for this project is 41 months to date.

This new infrastructure between Waweig and Lepreau, along with other major upgrades will help create 900 new jobs.

Investment In Skateboard Park

Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet made the announcement that provincial government is investing in the skateboard park in St. George.

Doucet spoke on behalf of Business New Brunswick Minister Victor Boudreau, who is also the minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation.

The provincial government is investing $67,000 in the project.

Maine Lakes Experience Early Problems

Several Maine lakes, from York to Aroostook Counties, are turning green this year according to the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.

Reports have come in to DEP about problems ranging from gooey thread-like masses of growth near the shore that typically last a few days, to lake-wide pea-green conditions that last weeks or months.

 Biologist Roy Bouchard says the early thaw and warm water temperatures accelerate lake biology that results in the build up in nutrients and sediment and bloom with the right weather conditions.

For more information go to http://www.mainedep.com/

Counterfit Money

Funny money is on the loose in the Port City of Saint John and the police Fraud section wants you to be aware of it. This time fake C-notes are being circulated.
The one-hundred dollar bills have the holographic strip from a ten dollar bill attached to them. The money is from the Canadian Journey Series from 2004. Police say built-in security features should help you indentify which bills are real.

They include the raised surfaces on the money, tilting the bill to look for the changing colours from the holographic strip.

You can also look for the fine-line printing in the portrait and background patterns.

Green Party Deadline

 There is still time for you to be a Green party candidate in the riding of Charlotte-Campobello for the upcoming fall vote.

The deadline to file nomination papers is Friday at midnight.The Province's Greens are holding a nomination meeting for Charlotte–Campobello on Monday.

Janice Harvey of Waweig will be seeking the nomination. Green Party leader Jack MacDougall will be the guest speaker.

Chamber of Commerence Awards Scholarship

The St. Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce, this year's Scholarship was presented to Aaron Donahue. Aaron is looking forward to attending St. Francis Xavier University at Antigonish, Nova Scotia in September.

Enbridge Gas New Brunswick Supports Summer Musical Concert Series

Today employees from Enbridge Gas New Brunswick will be in St. Stephen supporting the Summer Musical Concert Series with the performance of The Flying Scotsman.


Marketing and Sales Manager for Enbridge Gas Robin Hawkes tells Tide News The St. Stephen Summer Musical Concert Series is a staple to the community that would not be possible without the support from local businesses and the community.

Employees will be at the St. Stephen Town Square, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., volunteering their time and handing out items to concert goers.

Enbridge Gas New Brunswick serves over 10,300 customers inSt. Stephen, St. George, Saint John, Dieppe, Fredericton, Moncton, Oromocto, Riverview and Sackville.

Floor Plans Unveiled For New Dialysis Unit

Area residents had their first look at a planned satellite dialysis unit for the Charlotte County Hospital .

The floor plans were unveiled at the hospital by Health Minister Mary Schryer and officials from the Horizon Health Network.

The unit will feature five hemodialysis stations operating 12 hours per day, three days a week, with a capacity to serve 10 patients. The construction contract was awarded to Avondale Construction Ltd. The unit is expected to be in operation in early 2011.

The Charlotte County Hospital Foundation is thrilled to have assisted with the establishment of a satellite dialysis unit in St. Stephen," said Steven Backman, president, Charlotte County Hospital Foundation. "This new unit is truly terrific news for the hospital and the residents of Charlotte County."

Moose Draw Results

Hunters who entered the moose license draw can now find out if they got a license for this fall's draw.

The province received 62,900 applications for 3,554 licences with the 2010 moose hunting season coming up in September.

Callers will be asked to enter their provincial medicare number using the telephone keypad and if you are checking online, you need to enter your medicare number into the required field before you find out if you are successful in the draw.

Validation stickers will be sent to all successful applicants.

Collision With Moose Near Welsford Leaves One Man Dead

A 66 year old unidentified man has been killed after his car collided with a moose along highway 7 near Welsford late last night. Two passengers were taken to hospital.

One suffered just minor injuries. The other sustained what are described by the RCMP as serious injuries. They were all wearing their seatbelts and alcohol was not a factor and the road was wet at the time.

New Sleep Center Opens at Calais Regional Hospital

Getting a good night's sleep just got easier with the opening of the new Sleep Center at Calais Regional Hospital, according to Respiratory Therapist Diane Canuel, CRH Director of Respiratory Care.

The new Calais Regional Hospital Sleep Center is equipped to diagnose a wide range of breathing disorders and other conditions experienced during sleep.

Estimates indicate that as many as 65 million Americans experience sleep disorders, at the Sleep Center of Calais Regional Hospital, patients spend a night where they are monitored for sleep apnea and other disorders.

The new service includes state of the art monitoring and diagnostic equipment and a trained technician in a comfortable setting with a sleep number bed.

To schedule an appointment or to obtain more information on Calais Regional Hospital Sleep Center, call 454-9223.

Shellfish-Closure

There has been an outbreak of paralytic shellfish poisoning in our area. That has prompted the recreational and commercial harvesting of oysters, clams and scallops in the southwestern part of the province to be banned.

Closed are the foreshore and waters within 1.6 km of Southern New Brunswick from the Nova Scotia border along the coast of New Brunswick to the United States border and the foreshore and waters within 1.6 km of the Islands of Grand Manan, The Wolves, Bliss, Hills, Frye, Deer and Campobello.

The federal Fisheries Department says the outbreak is caused by naturally occurring toxins derived from plankton.

Man Arrested In Connection To Legion Arson Oromocto

An RCMP investigative unit have arrested an 18-year-old man as a result of the ongoing investigation into the arson that destroyed the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch in Oromocto back on June 10.

He is scheduled to appear in Burton Provincial Court on September 13 to enter his plea on charges of arson.

Meet Curtis Malloch Night

A meet and greet will be held tonight for Curtis Malloch, the Progressive Conservative representative for Charlotte-Campobello for the
upcoming provincial election. It's set to begin at The Kirk-McColl Church Hall at 6. The fall election is scheduled for September 27th.

Meet Bizarre Ocean Creatures at Huntsman Marine This Weekend

The Atlantic Reference Centre, part of the Huntsman Marine Science Centre, has the world’s biggest collection of North Atlantic marine species.
ARC Curator of Invertebrates, Dr. Gerhard Pohle, and Curator of Fishes, Lou Van Guelpen, will be bringing along some unusual and fascinating specimens from fish to crustaceans and parasites on Saturday, July 10 at 11:30 a.m., right after the seal feeding, as they present Bizarre Creatures of the Deep.

The scientists will be talking about how some invertebrates and fish have adapted to the deep-sea environment, and visitors will be able to see and touch some of the specimens.

The Huntsman aquarium has lowered admission prices in 2010 as construction continues on the new discovery centre, set to open in June, 2011.

Street Reopened In Milltown After a Gas Leak Scare

A scare for some residents in Milltown today as workers struck a natural gas pipeline and the area was temporarily evacuated. Residents are back in their homes and the problem was resolved at approx. 1:00 pm. One resident in the area tells Tide News that the RCMP, St Stephen Fire Dept. along with the Towns Public Works Dept were on scene. 

Governor Orders Flags Flown At Half-Staff On Thursday

In remembrance and honor of Staff Sergeant Eric Shaw, Governor John E. Baldacci has directed that the United States flag and the State of Maine flag be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday July 8. Staff Sergeant Shaw was killed by enemy gunfire in Afghanistan on June 27.
The funeral service for Staff Sergeant Shaw is scheduled for July 8 at the Plummer Funeral Home in Augusta with a graveside service to follow at the Maine Veterans Cemetery.

Atlanticade Being Hailed A Huge Success

The weather has been perfect for this weekend's Atlanticade Motorcycle Festival being held in Charlotte County. Thousands of bike enthusiasts roared into the area on Friday and have been enjoying the sites and sounds every since.

Organizer Dale Hicks tells Tide News, close to ten thousand bikes from around Atlantic Canada and beyond are in the area. This is also a great boost for the economy this weekend and hopefully in return visits.

Premier Graham On Second Reactor

Cautious optimism from Premier Graham concerning a proposal to build a second reactor at Point Lepreau.

Energy Minister Jack Keir met with officials from Areva to explore the possibilities last week and Graham tells Tide News, it's vital the private sector take on the risk and not the rate-payer.


Premier Graham says the next step in the process now is to see if a letter of intent can be signed.

Atlanticade may top ten thousand

Atlanticade could top 10,000 bikes by the time it wraps up on July 4th.
Dale Hicks, organizer of Atlanticade says it is a complete success.

Governor Orders Flags To Be Flown at Half-Staff on Friday, July 2

In remembrance and honor of Sgt. Brandon Silk, Governor John E. Baldacci has directed that the United States flag and the State of Maine flag be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Friday, July 2, 2010.
Sgt. Silk, died June 21, while serving in Afghanistan. He was with the 101st Airborne Division from Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Sgt. Silk’s family lives in Orono.

The funeral service for Sgt. Silk is planned for Friday, July 2, at United Baptist Church, in Old Town.

Atlanticade Hit's Charlotte County

Today marks the start of Alanticade in St. Andrews. Thousands of bikers are expected to drive into St. Andrews from all over Canada and the United States. The snowbirds are expected to have a fly over St. Andrews at 10 this morning.

The opening ceremonies for Alanticade will be at 12 noon at the Algonquin.

A list of detailed events can be found on The Tide's Home Page under The Alanticade Logo.

People's Alliance Sets Deadline On Policy Submissions

The People's Alliance tells us thier deadline on policy submissions will be July 2nd..
For the previous few weeks and months any resident of New Brunswick could submit an idea for a policy our party could vote on at our policy convention.

The People's of Alliance convention is scheduled for July 9 and 10 at the Oromocto Days Inn Hotel.

Province's Population is Growing

Numbers from Stats Can show a net increase of over 6000 people since January 2007.

The number surpasses the goal of increasing the province's population by 6,000 by the end of 2009 as set out by the state of the province address.

The numbers are a quarterly estimate for January 1st to April 1st of this year and place our province's population at 751,300.

The province's population dropped by over 4000 people in the 13 quarters before January 2007

Named Released In Accident Over The Weekend In Saint John

Ryan Ellis has been identified as the man killed last Friday on the West-Side in Saint John. The 26-year old was killed when the motorcycle he was riding crashed into another vehicle on Manawagonish Road.
A 15-year-old girl was also killed over the weekend when the vehicle she was travelling in left Hillcrest Road, went down an embankment near the airport on Saturday night. Saint John City police tells us , her name is not being released at the request of her family.

What About An Oil Spill In The Bay

Fisheries Minister Rick Doucette says its time we took another look at the plans for dealing with an oil spill in the Bay of Fundy.

This follows Doucette's visit last week to the Gulf of Mexico to get a first hand look at what's unfolding there which he calls the largest manmade disaster in history.

Doucette says any re-examination of the plans that are in place should also involve officials from Nova Scotia and Maine.

People's Alliance Picks Second Candidate

John Craig, Mayor of the Town of St. Andrew's, was acclaimed as candidate at the PANB Charlotte-Campobello nomination meeting on Saturday afternoon at Scotch Ridge Hall.
Craig told those assembled that this was an exciting time for politics in New Brunswick.

Craig joins Ed Hoyt in carrying the People's Alliance banner as a choice for voters in the Sept. 27 election.

The St. Andrew's mayor added the election may only be a short time away, but he is ready for the intense ride.

NB Liquor Grand Opening

The St. Stephen NB Liquor is now officially open for business in their new location. They have moved from The St. Stephen Superstore to their new location beside Sobey's in The Charlotte Mall.

There are two way to enter the news store now one in the front and a walk way has been constructed to take you to the new store thru Sobey's. Grand opening Ceremonies got underway today at noon.

Shown here are Tom Booth & Paul Martin with Manager Randy Burrell

State Police have released the names of the three people stabbed to death.

They are 55 year old Jeffrey Ryan and his 10 year old son Jesse Ryan and 30 year old Jason Dehahn. The homicides took place at Ryan's house on Route 1 and detectives think the killings took place in the early morning hours of Wednesday. Dehahn was a friend of Ryan's and also lived in Amity.

A team of State Police detectives and crime lab personnel have spent the day gathering evidence from Ryan's property and conducting interviews.

Police have received some calls from the public of possible locations of Ryan's missing 1989 Ford blue and silver pickup truck , but there have been no confirmed sightings.


Anyone who has seen this pickup or knows of its location is asked to call State Police in Houlton 532-5400, or 911 on a cell phone.

Photo is a similar truck that State Police have altered to resemble the truck they are looking for.

Province Supports Efficiency Upgrades At Blacks Harbour Fish Processor

A funding announcement today in Black Harbour at Connors, Premier Shawn Graham along with Fisheries Minister Rick Doucet were on hand to make the announcement. Doucet Tells Tide News  the government 's investment in this long standing Company not only secures it's future but that of it's workers and the surrounding communities that have relied on it for generations.
The provincial government is making an investment to help Connors Bros. complete efficiency upgrades to its processing plant by providing them with a $3-million forgivable loan as part of a $12-million project that will help maintain more than 1,000 jobs in the southwestern of the Province.

Connors Bros. is one of Canada's oldest food producers and the largest producer of canned sardines worldwide. In 2004, the operations of Connors Bros. merged with those of Bumble Bee Seafoods LLC and Clover Leaf Seafoods Co.

Official Opening of The Liberal Headquarters

The Campaign is officially underway in Charlotte County. Shawn Graham had a BBQ lunch in Town Square before walking his way up to 49 King Street and cut the ribbon to Annabelle Juneau's campaign headquarters. Graham wasted no time telling us what his government has done leading up to the Election.

Graham say as a government they have taken a number of initiatives over the past three and a half year but that was all designed to keep people in this province. The our community the Liberal government has worked to support local companies like Ganong's, SWP, Sticks and Stone as well as the Flakeboard a a number of companies to keep providing jobs for this region.

Graham tell us as the September 27th Election approaches the Liberals are making progress in Education, Health Care , infrastructure on Highways. Graham this is a riding he knows he can win.

Triple Homicide& Missing Truck

State Police continue to investigate a homicide near Houlton in which three people have been killed, and they are looking for a pickup truck taken from one of the victims.
Police are looking for a 1989 Ford F-150 pickup truck which was missing from the homicide scene and are asking for the public's help in locating the vehicle . The truck is blue and silver with Maine license plates 4 1 5 5 R Y .

Anyone who has seen this pickup or knows of its location is asked to call State Police in Augusta at 624-7076, or State Police in Houlton 532-5400, or 911

The photo is a similar truck that State Police have altered to resemble the truck they are looking for.

Gas Prices On The Rise

Gas prices in the area taking a jump after the weekly setting. Self serve regular has risen to 100.0 a litre, a rise of more than 3 cents and diesel is also more expensive, going up by more than 2 cents a litre. The price of propane has been pegged at 101.9. Meanwhile cross border gas is going for 78 cents a litre Canadian.

Triple Homicide & Missing Truck

State Of Maine Police are investigating a homicide near Houlton in which three people have been killed, and they are looking for a pickup truck taken from one of the victims. The deaths were discovered Wednesday night at a home along Route 1 in Amity, about 15 miles south of Houlton. The victims are two men and a young boy and detectives say all were stabbed to death. The names of the victims are being withheld as relatives are being notified.
Police are looking for a 1989 Ford F-150 pickup truck which was missing from the homicide scene and are asking for the public's help in locating the vehicle . The truck is blue and silver with Maine license plates 4 1 5 5 R Y . The truck has two different colored wheels - white in front and silver wheels in the back. It also has running lights on top of the cab, above the windshield.

Anyone who has seen this pickup or knows of its location is asked to call State Police in Augusta at 624-7076, or 911 on a cell phone.

Funding Announcement

Premier Shawn Graham and Minister of Fisheries Rick Doucet will be in Blacks Harbour  along with company officials to make the announcement at a news conference set for 2 PM at Connors tomorrow.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Governor Mourns Loss of Soldier With Maine Ties

Governor John E. Baldacci has learned of the death of an active duty soldier with Maine ties. Sgt. Brandon Silk, 25, of Orono was killed Monday while serving with the 101st Airborne Division in Afghanistan.
Sgt. Silk was a Black Hawk crew chief, stationed in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, according to his family.

The family has asked for privacy as they cope with the loss of their son.

Governor Baldacci will order flags lowered to half-staff on the day of Sgt. Silk’s funeral.

Traffic Interruption In Saint John Today

This traffic delay shouldn't impact your commute too much but, keep it in mind.
The Department of Transportation tells traffic will stop completely on Route 1 in both directions at 2 o'clock today to conduct blasting activities.

This will occurr near the Crown Street off ramp both today and tomorrow as part of the One Mile House Interchange Project.

Serious Assault

A 31 year old man from Public Landing was severely beaten last weekend and is at the Regional Hospital in Saint John in critical condition. The RCMP in Grand Bay-Westfield are looking for help in finding those who did it. The attack took place around 9:00 Saturday night at the Public Landing Wharf. According to the Mounties, 8 or 9 men got off a 26 foot white speedboat and four or five of them carried out the beating while the others went to a nearby store. If you can help in the investigation, call the RCMP at 757-1020 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-tips.

Granville Park Meeting

A Public meeting was held last night at The St. Stephen Legion for those concerned about the proposed construction at Granville park. This meeting was for a chance for those concerned about the proposed construction and the town rezoning the area for commercial use.

Mayor Jed Purcell tells Tide News he was pleased with the comments and they all will be well considered. Mayor and Council will make a motion for a second reading at Monday Night's council meeting for the re zoning on Granville Park.

SSHS Grand March & Prom

Tonight is Grand March and Prom night for the graduating students at St. Stephen High School. The Grand March will be held at the Border Arena starting at 8 o'clock followed by the Prom at the High School till Midnight.

Police will be out full force making sure everyone has a happy and safe graduation this week. But make no mistake RCMP do tell us charges will be laid for those drinking and driving and those proving liquor to minors will be fined as they enforce their Zero Tolerance policy.

Laura Hartford & Rebecca Devereaux

New Vaccine Launched To Better Protect Young Children And Infants

Young children and infants in the Province are being offered a new publicly funded pneumococcal vaccine as part of improvements to the provincial childhood immunization program.
Health Minister Mary Schryer announced today. Invasive pneumococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection commonly associated with severe respiratory tract infections

The vaccine is publicly funded for children who are eight weeks to 12 months old and is available to children and infants, starting Thursday, July 1.

Snorkel's Birthday At Huntsman Marine Science Center

The Huntsman Marine Science Centre is holding a celebration at the aquarium for the star attraction, Snorkel.
The fun starts at 11 a.m., when Snorkel will hopefully blow out a candle, Snorkel will do some of his tricks at the seal feeding, and then there’ll be cake, games, and more fun, for humans. Last year’s party was a lot of fun for all concerned, and Snorkel even received some gifts.

Snorkel, and his dad, Loki, have been big hits since their introduction to the aquarium in May, 2009. Loki was born at the Huntsman in 1996, and Snorkel was born at Storybook Gardens in London, Ontario.

The Huntsman aquarium has lowered admission prices in 2010 as construction continues on the new discovery centre, set to open in June, 2011.

St. Stephen Graduation Banquet Tonight

Members of SSHS's senior class will be attending their banquet tonight as many get set to graduate this week. 

The night will start off with the meal as young men and women finish up members of the school will be handing out awards....All Graduation ceremonies for Saint Andrews this year will be held this Friday..

RCMP Member Bob MacKnight tells Tide News they will be out about enforcing their zero tolerance policy for drug and alcohol and looking for those who are driving aggressive.

Photo compliments of Stacy Curran

Laura Hartford and Rebecca Devereaux

Granville Park Meeting tonight

A public Hearing of Objections will be held tonight at the St. Stephen Legion for those wanting to have their say on the proposed construction at Granville park. The meeting is set to get underway at 6.

Serious Collision in Saint John

St John City Police are investigating after a jogger was struck and killed by a motorcyle shortly before 7 last night on Bridge Road near the Reversing Falls Bridge. A woman was taken to hospital with serious head injuries described as life threatening. There's no word yet on any charges.

Are you a Winner?

Here are the numbers from last nights Lotto Max Lottery.
05 06 26 29 34 36 43
bonus: 49

The whopping $95 million Lotto Max prize once again went unclaimed.

This marks the third week in a row the jackpot went without a winner. But not everyone was empty handed. 30 $1 million Maxmillion prizes were won, 16 of them in Ontario.

Sales for Friday’s draw increased nearly 40 per cent nationwide. They’re sure to jump again next week, with the OLG announcing another $50 million dollar jackpot for next Friday’s draw, with an additional $55 in Maxmillion prizes.

The odds of winning the $50-million jackpot are estimated at 1 in 28 million; however, the odds are slightly better for the 45 Maxmillion prizes at 1 in 623,000.

RCMP Enforce Zero tolerance this weekend

Once again RCMP will be enforcing their zero tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol this weekend and next as many will be celebrating graduation.

Open liquor will be seized, and those found in possession of open liquor will be subject to fines of $172.50. Bob MacKnight with the RCMP tells Tide News providing liquor to a minor will land you a fine of $292.50

Macknight tells us they are aware of the organized events, as well as a number of planned parties being held elsewhere. and says their priority will be to prevent anyone from causing harm to themselves or others.

Officers will, in particular be focused upon identifying and arresting those drivers who have been drinking and/ who are driving in an aggressive manner.

Civic Centre organizers seek public input

The Charlotte County Civic Centre Project will hold a series of meetings this month to offer brief updates and to glean public input.
Contractors interested in the project are scheduled for June 22 and the following day one is set up for donor service providers . Both meetings will begin at 7 p.m. at the Superstore Community Room. Two public workshops are slated for June 24 and 29 at 7 p.m. at the St. Stephen Legion. Many people have been wondering what's next for this project leaving some to think it's hit a dead end....Members of The Civic Center project tell Tide News it's still moving foward.

Grade 8 Graduation SSMS

It was a packed house last night as 160 students received their diploma's at The St. Stephen Middle School for grade 8 graduation . The ceremony lasted about an hour and a half as the Principal and teaching staff handed off the diploma's and said their fare wells to the students as they make their way to the high school in the fall . Students ended the night dressed to kill in the Gym with a special Graduation dance in their honour hosted by Tempo Light.

Construction Contnures on the Route 1 Gateway Project...

An open house will take place tonight in St. George at The Magaguadavic Place for those wanting more information about the Route One Gateway Project. The Route 1 Gateway project focuses on the corridor that carries traffic from the St. Stephen/Calais International border to the Trans-Canada Highway in River Glade. The project includes the construction of 55 kilometres of new four-lane highway, selected upgrades to improve existing sections of Route 1 in New Brunswick and installation of 104 linear kilometres of wildlife fencing. Construction work as part of the project is to be finished by no later than July 31, 2013. The open house gets under way at 5 with presentations at 6:30... Those looking for work can drop in a speak to representing Dexture Construction on hand.

Facebook Threat

A Lunenburg County man has been sentenced to 18-months probation for using Facebook to threaten his mother's ex-boyfriend.  Jonathan James Dagley of Italy Cross was in provincial court yesterday after pleading "guilty" to threatening to harm Allan Vernon Brown of Branch LaHave in March.

In addition to being placed on probation, Dagley was ordered to have no contact with Brown and to take mental health and anger management counselling as ordered by his probation officer.

Dagley received six-months "probation" in 2004 for "uttering threats" and a further 12-months probation in 2007 for the same crime.

Vincent Massey Teams up with Support our Troops...

In an effort to curve bullying The Vincent Massey Elemantary School in Saint Andrews have teamed up with the recently formed group called Support Our Troops....Group Member Shelley McIntyre tells us the will be marching behing the RCMP and the vetrens this year and the kids have joing in call themselves Vincent Massey The peacefull School... Participants are encourged to show their support by marching in this years Canada Day Celebrations... If you would like to joing this group call Shelly McIntyre @ 529-8771 .

Death of a student at SSHS

A funeral service is being held today for the victim of an ATV mishap over the weekend. Matthew Haley was the passenger on an all terrain vehicle which plunged down an embankment along Highway One . The driver was sent to hospital to be treated for injuries. No word yet if any charges will be laid .... Haley was set to graduate this year from St. Stephen High School and principal Jamie Waycott tells us final planning for their various events has not been completed although he says he is sure they will find a balance between celebrating the accomplishment of the graduating class and acknowledging the loss of one of their classmates.

Toll Free Number Set Up To Report Animal Abuse

The Society for the Prevention of Animal Cruelty in the Province now has a tollfree number.

Executive Director Mike Murphy says this number will give everyone the opportunity to prevent animals from being hurt or neglected. The number is 1-877-722-1522.

Matthew Haley Funeral

A funeral service will be held today for Matthew Haley of Pomeroy Ridge.
Haley was killed this past weekend when the ATV he was on went over a cliff in St. Stephen.

Resting at The S.O. Mehan & Son Funeral Home Ltd. 23 Main Street, St Stephen N.B. from where the funeral service will be held today (June 17) at 2PM.

For those who wish , donations may be made to the Matthew Haley Scholarship Fund. Contact the School District 10 Office or St Stephen High School

Missing Girl Found

A 16-year old girl missing from the St. Stephen area has been found safe sound.
Heather Dawn Daye of McAdam was reported missing on Sunday after she was dropped off at her grandmother's residence on Friday in Honeydale and never returned from a walk.

RCMP tell us Daye was located outside the province after a routine vehicle stop.

16-year-old girl reported missing St. Stephen

RCMP are requesting the public’s help in locating a 16-year old girl who was reported missing.

Heather Dawn Daye of McAdam was last seen on Friday, June 11 when she was dropped off at her grandmother’s residence in Honeydale, she told her grandmother she was going for a walk and has not been seen since.

Her family believes she may be accompanied by a 26-year-old man she knows who drives a 2001, two-door black Chevrolet Cavalier, NB license plate GJC 577 and that they may be heading towards British Columbia.

Heather Dawn Daye is described as 5'5" tall, 110-115lbs, with dark brown hair past her shoulders and blue eyes. She also has a piercing in her nose.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the RCMP at 1-888-506-RCMP(7267).

Support a Troop Saint Andrews 2010 Canada Day Parade

Members of the community will be taking part in this year’s Canada Day parade in Saint Andrews to show their support for Canadian troops. Shelley McIntyre, whose husband Dave is in Afghanistan with the RCMP tells Tide News Supporting the Troops entry will be walking in the parade behind the RCMP and the veterans.

McIntyre tells us people can bring picture of loved ones, ribbons or even dress the entire.

Those interested in joining the group can contact McIntyre at 529-8771. The Saint Andrews Canada Day Parade starts @ 1 from NBCC.

RCMP release Video of Suspect in suspicious fire

RCMP are investigating a suspicious fire at Northern Construction in Dundee which occurred this week. Three buildings were involved in the fire. One of the buildings was completely destroyed. Damage is estimated in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Anyone with any information on the identity of the suspect or information about the fire is asked to contact the District 9 RCMP at 506-789-6000 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Man deceased in ATV collision St. Stephen Correction

The 18-year-old from Pomeroy Ridge who was killed was the passenger on the ATV not the driver. The 17-year-old driver from Scotch Ridge remains in Saint John Hospital with undetermined injuries. The statement  released over the weekend by the RCMP was incorrect.

Saint John Law Firms Are Merging

Two of the largest law firms in Greater Saint John are finalizing a merger.  As of July.1st, Clark Drummie will join McInnes Cooper, which currently has more than 200 lawyers.

Details on where any new office space will be has not yet been released

Energy and Utilities Board Taking It All In Stride

The EUB is welcoming the proposal saying it is all about public consultation and welcomes the views of others.

Chair Ray Gorman says at the end of the day, this is a government decision but welcomes the views of others.

Gorman doesn't believe this proposal will put more pressure on his group to meet the needs of many different organizations when it comes to electricity rates.

Bay of Fundy makes the list

The Bay of Fundy is now one of 28 finalists in the new 7 Wonders of Nature Contest. It is the only entry from Canada that is still in the Competition, and it's up against Wonders like the Matterhorn, the Black Forest and the Grand Canyon.

Premier Shawn Graham says the publicity will attract more tourists and visitors from around the world to the province.

Drowning in East Saint John

A police investigation is underway into the drowning early yesterday morning of a 51 year old man whose canoe capsized on Douglas Lake behind Morrison Road in East Saint John. People who live in the neighbourhood heard a man screaming for help and they ploughed into the lake trying to save the victim who was found at the bottom. He was brought to shore and C-P-R was performed on him but to no avail. Both the fire department and Lifesaving Society are warning boaters to wear a life jacket.

A short time later, the fire department was called to a blaze at 70 Mountain Road. The cause is considered suspicious and the Major Crime Unit is investigating. No one was at home when the fire began. Damage to the home is severe.