Saturday, July 11, 2009
Local Take on General Motors Bankruptcy
A business professor at the University of New Brunswick says the General Motors soap opera is about to begin.Barry Boothman tells us, GM has been able to emerge from bankruptcy protection much faster than anticipated, but is unsure what the public is going to think about it.Boothman says eliminating brands now, and experimenting with greener automobiles is coming a little late. He says brands such as Pontiac should have been phased out 10 to 15 years ago.Boothman says it's going to be hard for GM to pay back their government loans quickly because their debt was in the area of $172 billion dollars including assets
Small Optimism Dipped Slightly In New Brunswick
Business optimism among Canada's small business owners dipped last month despite hopeful signs earlier this year.The Canadian Federation of Independent Business shows decreases in provincial business optimism for the month of June.New Brunswick only slipped slightly going from 66.9 percent in May to 66.4.This province is showing the third highest level of optimism in the country coming in behind Prince Edward Island, and Saskatchewan.
Hache Getting Used to New Position
Still new to the porfolio, Education Minister Roland Hache says he's easing his way into the position.Hache tells us, he spent a long time as Minister of the Environment, and is enjoying the challenges with his new post.Hache recently announced $2.9 million dollars going towards reinstating educational support staff, and says next on the agenda is the transportation file.Hache says he is confident a solution can be figured out.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Public meeting tonight about CCCC
Updated July9/09
A public meeting is being held today by The Town of St. Stephen to answer questions on the environmental report of the proposed Budd Avenue Civic Centre . An independent assessment report released June 29 said the preferred Budd Avenue site is suitable for construction. The report concludes the site has traces of environmental con-tamination but falls within the environmental guidelines for commercial construction.The meeting will be at the St. Stephen Legion from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
A public meeting is being held today by The Town of St. Stephen to answer questions on the environmental report of the proposed Budd Avenue Civic Centre . An independent assessment report released June 29 said the preferred Budd Avenue site is suitable for construction. The report concludes the site has traces of environmental con-tamination but falls within the environmental guidelines for commercial construction.The meeting will be at the St. Stephen Legion from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Moose Licenses
Updated July9/09
There's a call to allow the killing of more moose in the province. The provincial wildlife federation wants the government to offer more tags for the three-day hunting season. Federation president Roland Michaud says the Department of Natural Resources has under-estimated the moose population. He says the possibility might be there to increase the quota significantly in some management zones.
This week, just over 34-hundred hunting licences were granted for the season.
There's a call to allow the killing of more moose in the province. The provincial wildlife federation wants the government to offer more tags for the three-day hunting season. Federation president Roland Michaud says the Department of Natural Resources has under-estimated the moose population. He says the possibility might be there to increase the quota significantly in some management zones.
This week, just over 34-hundred hunting licences were granted for the season.
More Swine Flu
Updated July9/09
The Health Department is confirming the first hospitalized case of the so called swine flu in the province. This is the seventh case of the H1N1 virus announced in two days.Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Paul Van Buynder says they received confirmation that a woman in her 30's from northern New Brunswick is currently recovering in the hospital.
This brings the total number of cases in the province to 17.
The Health Department is confirming the first hospitalized case of the so called swine flu in the province. This is the seventh case of the H1N1 virus announced in two days.Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Paul Van Buynder says they received confirmation that a woman in her 30's from northern New Brunswick is currently recovering in the hospital.
This brings the total number of cases in the province to 17.
Gas Prices
Updated July9/09
Drivers heading into another summer weekend will be happy to hear this. The price of gasoline has dropped by nearly 3 cents a litre. The Energy and Utilities Board has set its maximum price schedule with a litre of self-serve gasoline coming in at 99.3. Gas stations in St Stephen are posting a pump price of 97.2 cents a litre.
Diesel fuel has also dropped to land at a maximum of 97.4, while propane is about the same as yesterday at 97.4 cents a litre
Drivers heading into another summer weekend will be happy to hear this. The price of gasoline has dropped by nearly 3 cents a litre. The Energy and Utilities Board has set its maximum price schedule with a litre of self-serve gasoline coming in at 99.3. Gas stations in St Stephen are posting a pump price of 97.2 cents a litre.
Diesel fuel has also dropped to land at a maximum of 97.4, while propane is about the same as yesterday at 97.4 cents a litre
Bear Warning
Updated July 9/09
A family In St John got quite a surpise last night while cooking when they saw a bear with its nose pressed up against their kitchen window.There have been several sightings of bears over the past couple of weeks.Nobody was hurt but the bears are hungry this time of year and they are looking for food.
Just last week here at home the Calais Police Department had reported bear sightings in the Calais area. Calais Police is reminding residents to keep garbage indoors, bring in birdfeeders and grills as these will attract bears.So far we've had no reports of any beer incidents around the Charlotte County area.
A family In St John got quite a surpise last night while cooking when they saw a bear with its nose pressed up against their kitchen window.There have been several sightings of bears over the past couple of weeks.Nobody was hurt but the bears are hungry this time of year and they are looking for food.
Just last week here at home the Calais Police Department had reported bear sightings in the Calais area. Calais Police is reminding residents to keep garbage indoors, bring in birdfeeders and grills as these will attract bears.So far we've had no reports of any beer incidents around the Charlotte County area.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
How Much Rain Have We Had
Updated July8/09
So just how much rain has Charlotte County been soaked with over the past three weeks? With three days of sunshine in the forecast this week, we can look back and see just how miserable things have been. Since the 15th of last month, 135 millimeters has fallen since this past Sunday with the average being just over 60 millimeters. Evironment Canada Meteorologist Claude Cote tells Tide News, he has been doing this for awhile and can't remember this soggy of a start to the summer season. If the rain-fall amount didn't depress you.....this probuably will.........we haven't seen a full day of sunshine since June.17th.
So just how much rain has Charlotte County been soaked with over the past three weeks? With three days of sunshine in the forecast this week, we can look back and see just how miserable things have been. Since the 15th of last month, 135 millimeters has fallen since this past Sunday with the average being just over 60 millimeters. Evironment Canada Meteorologist Claude Cote tells Tide News, he has been doing this for awhile and can't remember this soggy of a start to the summer season. If the rain-fall amount didn't depress you.....this probuably will.........we haven't seen a full day of sunshine since June.17th.
NB Southern Railway Boost
Updated July8/09
Ottawa and Fredericton are investin $18 million dollars into New Brunswick Southern Railway for an upgrade. The company will provide the remainder of the funding for the project which is expected to create 35-40 jobs. The money will be used to replace, upgrade and improve the ties, steel rail, rail bed and bridges and upgrade the railway's terminals in Saint John and McAdam.
There will also be an upgrade to the mainline track from Saint John West to the border and from McAdam to St. Stephen.
Ottawa and Fredericton are investin $18 million dollars into New Brunswick Southern Railway for an upgrade. The company will provide the remainder of the funding for the project which is expected to create 35-40 jobs. The money will be used to replace, upgrade and improve the ties, steel rail, rail bed and bridges and upgrade the railway's terminals in Saint John and McAdam.
There will also be an upgrade to the mainline track from Saint John West to the border and from McAdam to St. Stephen.
Down-East LNG Report is Done
Updated July8/09
There is no mincing of words from Premiers Graham's office concerning the proposed LNG Terminal in Maine. Graham has completed and sent in a report on the Downeast LNG draft environmental impact statement. It says the project would have major impacts on the lives of those who live and work on Head Harbour Passage and Passamaquoddy Bay. The environment would be negatively affected, tourism- and environmental-based economy would suffer and the safety and security of the region could be compromised.
Graham will share the report with Prime Minister Harper in light of Ottawa's opposition to LNG vessel traffic through Head Harbour Passage.
There is no mincing of words from Premiers Graham's office concerning the proposed LNG Terminal in Maine. Graham has completed and sent in a report on the Downeast LNG draft environmental impact statement. It says the project would have major impacts on the lives of those who live and work on Head Harbour Passage and Passamaquoddy Bay. The environment would be negatively affected, tourism- and environmental-based economy would suffer and the safety and security of the region could be compromised.
Graham will share the report with Prime Minister Harper in light of Ottawa's opposition to LNG vessel traffic through Head Harbour Passage.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
MORE CANADIAN SOLDIERS ARE DEAD.
Updated July7/09
Compliments of the Canadian Press
Two Canadian soldiers, along with a British soldier, have been killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Brigadier-General Jonathan Vance identified the Canadians as 38-year-old Master Corporal Pat Audet and 25-year-old Corporal Martin Joannette. Vance says the incident was not related to insurgent activity.
The latest deaths bring to 124 the number of Canadian soldiers who have died as part of the Afghan mission since 2002.
Compliments of the Canadian Press
Two Canadian soldiers, along with a British soldier, have been killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Brigadier-General Jonathan Vance identified the Canadians as 38-year-old Master Corporal Pat Audet and 25-year-old Corporal Martin Joannette. Vance says the incident was not related to insurgent activity.
The latest deaths bring to 124 the number of Canadian soldiers who have died as part of the Afghan mission since 2002.
CHILD PORN CASE HITS ANOTHER ROADBLOCK.
Updated July7/09
A 38 year old man accused of several sexual offences has once again been denied legal aid. Michael Gary Gilbert of Tracyville faces counts of sexual assault, possession of child pornography and making child pornography. He appeared briefly in Burton provincial court yesterday so the court could hear of the results of his latest application to legal aid.
He was initially denied when facing three charges, but when several new counts were laid, a judge urged him to apply again.
A 38 year old man accused of several sexual offences has once again been denied legal aid. Michael Gary Gilbert of Tracyville faces counts of sexual assault, possession of child pornography and making child pornography. He appeared briefly in Burton provincial court yesterday so the court could hear of the results of his latest application to legal aid.
He was initially denied when facing three charges, but when several new counts were laid, a judge urged him to apply again.
Saying Goodbye to Michael Jackson
Update July7/09
A Saint John man is re-living memories of Michael Jackson as the world prepares to say goodbye today. Artist Norm Jackson saw Michael perform with his brothers on the Ed sullivan show forty years ago. Jackson tells Tides News, he knew there was something special about him at that time.
Jackson says when he first heard the news that the King of Pop was dead, he was shocked. A memorial service for Jackson will be held this afternoon in Los Angeles.
A Saint John man is re-living memories of Michael Jackson as the world prepares to say goodbye today. Artist Norm Jackson saw Michael perform with his brothers on the Ed sullivan show forty years ago. Jackson tells Tides News, he knew there was something special about him at that time.
Jackson says when he first heard the news that the King of Pop was dead, he was shocked. A memorial service for Jackson will be held this afternoon in Los Angeles.
Infrusture Announcement
Updated July7/09
A significant infrastructure announcement is planned for this morning in McAdam. Premier Graham, Veterans Affairs Minister Greg Thompson and James Irving will make the announcement at the former train station.
A spokesperson for the province says this announcement is going to affect all of Southern New Brunswick.
A significant infrastructure announcement is planned for this morning in McAdam. Premier Graham, Veterans Affairs Minister Greg Thompson and James Irving will make the announcement at the former train station.
A spokesperson for the province says this announcement is going to affect all of Southern New Brunswick.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Moose Draw
updated July6/09
Hunters eagerly waiting to hear if they can hunt moose this season should listen up.The results of the 2009 moose licence draw are now available.To find out if you're successful call 1-800-459-3729, or check online at the Natural Resources website.There were over 60 thousand applications for just over 34 hundred licences for the season starting September 24th.
Hunters eagerly waiting to hear if they can hunt moose this season should listen up.The results of the 2009 moose licence draw are now available.To find out if you're successful call 1-800-459-3729, or check online at the Natural Resources website.There were over 60 thousand applications for just over 34 hundred licences for the season starting September 24th.
Latest on Arson case in St. Stephen
Updated July6/09
The search continues for a suspect or suspects following a rash of arsons in St. Stephen last week. RCMP tell us they are still reviewing the files and there were no blazes over the weekend. 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall, driven to another location and torched.
Another vehicle was lit up at the local curling club and a pair of buildings were also destroyed. Nobody was hurt.
The search continues for a suspect or suspects following a rash of arsons in St. Stephen last week. RCMP tell us they are still reviewing the files and there were no blazes over the weekend. 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall, driven to another location and torched.
Another vehicle was lit up at the local curling club and a pair of buildings were also destroyed. Nobody was hurt.
Two Men Arrested in Arson Investigation
updated July6/09
Two 19-year old men have been arrested in connection with a string of mischief and arsons in the Charlotte County area. During the last week of June, homes in the Utopia and St George areas suffered various damages to property including broken mail boxes, broken vehicle windows, smashed flower pots, stolen and broken garden lights, damaged above ground pools and several fires, including two vehicles that were attempted to be set on fire.
No word on when the two men from St. George will appear in court.
Two 19-year old men have been arrested in connection with a string of mischief and arsons in the Charlotte County area. During the last week of June, homes in the Utopia and St George areas suffered various damages to property including broken mail boxes, broken vehicle windows, smashed flower pots, stolen and broken garden lights, damaged above ground pools and several fires, including two vehicles that were attempted to be set on fire.
No word on when the two men from St. George will appear in court.
Accident on Highway 170
Update July6/09
A elderly man from from the United States is facing charges after an accident late last week. St George Rcmp tell us a vehicle ran through a stop sign at the intersection of highway 127 and 170. The vehicle hit another with a women and her daughter in it. Both were taken to hosiptal and have been released. No word on when the driver will be in court.
A elderly man from from the United States is facing charges after an accident late last week. St George Rcmp tell us a vehicle ran through a stop sign at the intersection of highway 127 and 170. The vehicle hit another with a women and her daughter in it. Both were taken to hosiptal and have been released. No word on when the driver will be in court.
St Stephen fires
Updated July6/09
St Stephen RCMP are Still looking for the publics help in the rash of arsons last week. Officers tells us they are still reviewing the files and there were no fires reported over the weekend. Last week 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall driven to another location and torched and vehicle at the Curling Club was set on fire. A pair of buildings were also destroyed in the fires. Nobody was hurt.
St Stephen RCMP are Still looking for the publics help in the rash of arsons last week. Officers tells us they are still reviewing the files and there were no fires reported over the weekend. Last week 12 vehicles were torched at a body shop, the fire chief's vehicle in Rollingdam was stolen from the fire hall driven to another location and torched and vehicle at the Curling Club was set on fire. A pair of buildings were also destroyed in the fires. Nobody was hurt.
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