Above-freezing temperatures forecast for the next 72 hours over the St. John River basin will cause a continuous snow melt. With rainfall received over the past 36 hours, water levels along the St. John River will continue to increase.
The following water level advisory is issued by River Watch 2010 and the Department of Public Safety's New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization .
Friday, April 2, 2010
Minimum wage increases by 25 cents per hour
The minimum wage in New Brunswick has increased by 25 cents an hour rising to $8.50 per hour from $8.25 per hour.
This is the sixth increase since October 2006, when minimum wage was $6.70 per hour. The next scheduled increase will be in September bringing minimum wage to $9.00 an hour. Looking ahead to 2011 on September 1st the minimum wage will rise to $10.00 an hour.
With the current increase, an individual working 40 hours a week will earn a minimum of $340 per week, which is a 27 per cent increase over the $268 per week earned for the same number of hours on minimum wage in October 2006.
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This is the sixth increase since October 2006, when minimum wage was $6.70 per hour. The next scheduled increase will be in September bringing minimum wage to $9.00 an hour. Looking ahead to 2011 on September 1st the minimum wage will rise to $10.00 an hour.
With the current increase, an individual working 40 hours a week will earn a minimum of $340 per week, which is a 27 per cent increase over the $268 per week earned for the same number of hours on minimum wage in October 2006.
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Charlotte the Isles MLA Shocked by Act of Animal Cruelty
A horrified community is rallying to find the person responsible for a possible case of animal cruelty.
RCMP are still looking for who-ever tied a dog to a tree in a blueberry field on the Old St. Andrews Road in St. George last month that was left for wild animals to attack and feed on.
Charlotte the Isles MLA Rick Doucet tells Tide News, it's hard to believe anyone could do this.
Doucet is putting up $1000 dollars of his own money to anyone who can offer information that may lead to the arrest of the person or persons responsible.
RCMP are still looking for who-ever tied a dog to a tree in a blueberry field on the Old St. Andrews Road in St. George last month that was left for wild animals to attack and feed on.
Charlotte the Isles MLA Rick Doucet tells Tide News, it's hard to believe anyone could do this.
Doucet is putting up $1000 dollars of his own money to anyone who can offer information that may lead to the arrest of the person or persons responsible.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
More Illegal Smokes Off the Street
Thousand of illegal cigarettes destined for Nova Scotia are now in possession of the RCMP. Officers stopped a vehicle in St. Leonard this week and arrested a 65-year-old man from Nova Scotia for being in possession of contraband cigarettes.
260,000 smokes have been seized and the man is due in court June.2nd.
260,000 smokes have been seized and the man is due in court June.2nd.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Village of Mcadam Spring Cleanup
McAdam Village Council announced the annual Spring Clean Up Day will commence on Monday May 3rd beginning at 8:00 AM. This special curb side collection day will be held that residents can dispose of items normally not accepted at the curb on regular collection day.
All small products as well as garbage, etc., in sealed plastic garbage bags at the roadside. All other products may be placed at the roadside in their existing shape and size.
Items that will not be excepted for disposal are Vechile& Vechile parts, Papaer& fibre products, leaves, brush, trees, bricks or concrete blocks, concrete pieces, asphalt, rocks , sand, gravel and construction debris.
All small products as well as garbage, etc., in sealed plastic garbage bags at the roadside. All other products may be placed at the roadside in their existing shape and size.
Items that will not be excepted for disposal are Vechile& Vechile parts, Papaer& fibre products, leaves, brush, trees, bricks or concrete blocks, concrete pieces, asphalt, rocks , sand, gravel and construction debris.
RCMP release name of woman discovered on Sunday in Moncton
The woman's body found on Sunday has been identified as Shirley Suzanne Bland of Moncton. On March 28 shortly after 2:30 pm her body was discovered in the snow by a man who was walking his dog in the marsh behind Superstore Market on Main Street in Moncton. The autopsy revealed no physical injuries on the woman and foul play is not suspected. Further testing will take place to determine the cause of death but that may take several months.The investigation is ongoing.
Town of St. Stephen Spring Cleanup
Bagged leaves and bundled or bagged twigs only residents of the Town of St. Stephen are advised that due to an early spring, the town will be conducting two pickups of bagged leaves and bundled or bagged twigs only week of Tuesday, April 6 and the week of Tuesday, May 25.
Please have your bagged leaves and bundled or bagged twigs out at curbside by April 6 and May 25. Please note that all leaves must be in plastic bags preferably clear and biodegradeable and securely tied in order for Town pickup.
Please have your bagged leaves and bundled or bagged twigs out at curbside by April 6 and May 25. Please note that all leaves must be in plastic bags preferably clear and biodegradeable and securely tied in order for Town pickup.
End Of An Era for The Old Saint Andrews Aquarium
Past the point of no return! The aquarium, built in 1972, is no more. Demolition of the old building took place Wednesday, March 10, to make way for the new discovery centre.
The creatures from the old aquarium have all been relocated to other parts of the Huntsman campus, and will be on display again in May when a temporary aquarium opens .
Photo's compliments of Jim Cornall.
The creatures from the old aquarium have all been relocated to other parts of the Huntsman campus, and will be on display again in May when a temporary aquarium opens .
Photo's compliments of Jim Cornall.
Nominations for Canada Post Community Literacy Awards now open.
Canada Post announced that nominations for the 18th annual Canada Post Community Literacy Awards are now open. These awards recognize the achievements of Canadians who made important contributions to literacy in this country.
“An estimated 9 million Canadians between the ages of 16 and 65 are still struggling with literacy,” says Anthony Wilson-Smith, vice-president, Communications. “
Nominations can be submitted in two categories:
Individual Achievements for those who have overcome literacy challenges ($300 prize)
Education Award for educators who have demonstrated a commitment to adult literacy in their community ($500 prize).
Canada Post must receive all nominations by May 21, 2010.
The company will announce finalists in late July and will notify winners in August. Those interested can download nomination forms at canadapost.ca/literacyawards or they can send a request by mail to Canada Post at the following address: 2010 CANADA POST LITERACY AWARDS, 2701 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, SUITE N1081 OTTAWA ON K1A 0B1.
“An estimated 9 million Canadians between the ages of 16 and 65 are still struggling with literacy,” says Anthony Wilson-Smith, vice-president, Communications. “
Nominations can be submitted in two categories:
Individual Achievements for those who have overcome literacy challenges ($300 prize)
Education Award for educators who have demonstrated a commitment to adult literacy in their community ($500 prize).
Canada Post must receive all nominations by May 21, 2010.
The company will announce finalists in late July and will notify winners in August. Those interested can download nomination forms at canadapost.ca/literacyawards or they can send a request by mail to Canada Post at the following address: 2010 CANADA POST LITERACY AWARDS, 2701 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, SUITE N1081 OTTAWA ON K1A 0B1.
Police seeking Public Assistanceon a Hit and Run St. George
St. George RCMP are seeking the assistance of the public with regards to a hit and run motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian which occurred on March 18, 2010 between 11:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. in Beaver Harbour, NB.
A 26 year old male was walking along Highway 778 near civic address 800 in Beaver Harbour when a vehicle traveling north from Blacks Harbour struck him causing minor injuries.
The vehicle failed to stop and the victim was unable to provide a description of the vehicle.
If you have any information with regards to this accident, please contact the St. George RCMP at (506)755-1130 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
A 26 year old male was walking along Highway 778 near civic address 800 in Beaver Harbour when a vehicle traveling north from Blacks Harbour struck him causing minor injuries.
The vehicle failed to stop and the victim was unable to provide a description of the vehicle.
If you have any information with regards to this accident, please contact the St. George RCMP at (506)755-1130 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
Police seeking Public Assistance, St. George
St. George RCMP are seeking the assistance of the public with regards to a very disturbing incident involving cruelty to an animal that occurred between March 20, 2010 and March 23, 2010 near the Old St. Andrews Road, St. George.
On March 23, 2010, RCMP were made aware that a dog had been tied to a tree out in a blueberry field and left for wild animals.
The dog is described as black in color, white chest and feet, approximately 60 lbs and it appears to be of Collie/Lab breed. When this information was made known to the Police an immediate patrol to the area was made but unfortunately the Dog was deceased.
If you have any information as to the ownership of this dog or any information on this incident please contact the St. George RCMP at (506)755-1130 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
On March 23, 2010, RCMP were made aware that a dog had been tied to a tree out in a blueberry field and left for wild animals.
The dog is described as black in color, white chest and feet, approximately 60 lbs and it appears to be of Collie/Lab breed. When this information was made known to the Police an immediate patrol to the area was made but unfortunately the Dog was deceased.
If you have any information as to the ownership of this dog or any information on this incident please contact the St. George RCMP at (506)755-1130 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
TeleCare access improved with launch of 811 service
The provincial government is launching 811 TeleCare service to make it easier for New Brunswick residents to get non-urgent health information. Effective today, residents can get toll-free access to the information by dialing 811.
TeleCare provides a range of health-related information, including advice and assistance on how best to get health-care services for specific needs. Services are provided through trained registered nurses and customer contact agents, depending on the type of information and assistance being sought.
This 24-hour, bilingual service improves access to primary health-care services, often outside regular office hours, by directing individuals to the right care at the right place
During the next several months the Department of Health will promote the use of the new 811 line through a variety of mediums, including the Internet, print, and electronic advertising. The existing 1-800 TeleCare line will remain active during this transition period.
New Brunswick joins Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Quebec and the Yukon as provinces which have made the switch to 811 for non-urgent health information.
TeleCare provides a range of health-related information, including advice and assistance on how best to get health-care services for specific needs. Services are provided through trained registered nurses and customer contact agents, depending on the type of information and assistance being sought.
This 24-hour, bilingual service improves access to primary health-care services, often outside regular office hours, by directing individuals to the right care at the right place
During the next several months the Department of Health will promote the use of the new 811 line through a variety of mediums, including the Internet, print, and electronic advertising. The existing 1-800 TeleCare line will remain active during this transition period.
New Brunswick joins Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Quebec and the Yukon as provinces which have made the switch to 811 for non-urgent health information.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
RCMP identify body discovered on weekend, Moncton
RCMP have identified the body discovered in a marsh off Main Street in Moncton on Sunday afternoon.
The body has been identified as a woman in her fifties from Moncton. Police believe the body had been in that location for a few months. The autopsy revealed no physical injuries on the woman and foul play is not suspected. Further testing will take place to determine the cause of death but that may take several months.
The woman had not been reported missing. Tri-County Ground Search and Rescue assisted the RCMP yesterday in searching the area where she had been found. The searchers did not discover any other evidence.
The name of the woman is not being released at this time as her family has not yet been notified.
The body has been identified as a woman in her fifties from Moncton. Police believe the body had been in that location for a few months. The autopsy revealed no physical injuries on the woman and foul play is not suspected. Further testing will take place to determine the cause of death but that may take several months.
The woman had not been reported missing. Tri-County Ground Search and Rescue assisted the RCMP yesterday in searching the area where she had been found. The searchers did not discover any other evidence.
The name of the woman is not being released at this time as her family has not yet been notified.
Atlantic Superstore continues to support the Volunteer Center to help fight hunger in the St. Stephen community
The Atlantic Superstore kicks offs its Extra Helping Spring National Food Drive in St. Stephen which runs until April 9. Spring is an important time of year for food banks as they often experience decreasing food.To help address this challenge Atlantic Superstore is calling on the St. Stephen community to add a little extra to their shopping carts and donating non-perishable food items or funds at check-out.
One hundred per cent of food donations and 70 per cent of cash donations will go directly to the Volunteer Center while 30 per cent of donated cash will support provincial programs benefiting food banks in that region. Our local food drive is part of a larger national food drive that includes all the banner stores of our parent company, Loblaw Companies Limited.
One hundred per cent of food donations and 70 per cent of cash donations will go directly to the Volunteer Center while 30 per cent of donated cash will support provincial programs benefiting food banks in that region. Our local food drive is part of a larger national food drive that includes all the banner stores of our parent company, Loblaw Companies Limited.
Fire Set To Charlotte Mall
A fire was set to The Charlotte Mall...at time it's not known who set the Fire. More details to come...
House Destroyed in Fire
The Harvey Volunteer Fire Department responded Yesterday Morning to a structure fire at a single family residence approximately 15km west of Harvey Station on Route 4 between Harvey and McAdam. The structure was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived and the home and its contents were completely destroyed. No one was home at the time of the fire.
Firefighters were on the scene for approximately 7.5 hours and were assisted by firefighters from the McAdam and Upper Kingsclear fire departments. There were 32 firefighters and 10 departmental vehicles attending to the scene.
The fire is under investigation at this time by the Provincial Fire Marshall and the cause has not been determined at this time. A pet cat died in the blaze.
Firefighters were on the scene for approximately 7.5 hours and were assisted by firefighters from the McAdam and Upper Kingsclear fire departments. There were 32 firefighters and 10 departmental vehicles attending to the scene.
The fire is under investigation at this time by the Provincial Fire Marshall and the cause has not been determined at this time. A pet cat died in the blaze.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Unidentified body found in Moncton
The Codiac Regional RCMP are investigating a suspicious death after a body was discovered in the marsh behind the Superstore Shopping Mall on Main Street in Moncton on Sunday afternoon.
A frozen body was discovered in the snow by a man who was walking his dog. The Codiac Regional RCMP General Investigation Section is currently investigating. Police are still trying to identify the deceased. At this point, it is unknown when the person died or how long the body was at that location. An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday afternoon to determine the cause of death.
A frozen body was discovered in the snow by a man who was walking his dog. The Codiac Regional RCMP General Investigation Section is currently investigating. Police are still trying to identify the deceased. At this point, it is unknown when the person died or how long the body was at that location. An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday afternoon to determine the cause of death.
Mortgage-Rates on the Rise
Two of Canada's biggest banks are raising some of their mortgage rates, effective Tuesday.
The changes affect closed mortgages with terms of three, four or five years at RBC Royal Bank and TD Canada Trust
Rates for mid-term mortgages like these tend to reflect the banks' borrowing costs on bond markets.
The Bank of Canada is also expected to begin raising its key lending rates this summer, which tend to have more influence on short-term lending rates.
The biggest increase announced affects five-year mortgages. Both banks are hiking their posted rate by six-tenths of a per cent to 5.85 per cent.
(The Canadian Press)
The changes affect closed mortgages with terms of three, four or five years at RBC Royal Bank and TD Canada Trust
Rates for mid-term mortgages like these tend to reflect the banks' borrowing costs on bond markets.
The Bank of Canada is also expected to begin raising its key lending rates this summer, which tend to have more influence on short-term lending rates.
The biggest increase announced affects five-year mortgages. Both banks are hiking their posted rate by six-tenths of a per cent to 5.85 per cent.
(The Canadian Press)
Fatal Car Crash
A 71-year-old Nova Scotia man killed in a weekend highway crash in New Brunswick has been identified by the RCMP. David Mackeen was from the Tatamagouche area.
Police say the man's car hit the side of a ditch after leaving the Trans-Canada Highway near Memramcook around noon on Saturday. The car rolled, landing in a culvert.
Mackeen, the lone occupant of the vehicle, was declared dead at the scene.
Police say the man's car hit the side of a ditch after leaving the Trans-Canada Highway near Memramcook around noon on Saturday. The car rolled, landing in a culvert.
Mackeen, the lone occupant of the vehicle, was declared dead at the scene.
Fraud Prevention Month
Throughout March, RCMP in the Province have actively participated in Fraud Prevention Month by releasing a variety of practical tips and information about common scams in order to help the public take steps to prevent being victimized by fraud artists. As Fraud Prevention Month draws to a close, Cpl. Guy-Paul Larocque encourages New Brunswickers to remain alert to the signs of fraud.
In 2009, the top 5 schemes reported in New Brunswick were:
Offer of Service Fraud:
Scammers will offer low interest rate loans or other “too good to be true” financial services as a means of enticing borrowers to provide them with their credit card or other payment information.
Merchandise Fraud:
Scammers may sell a product – often at a very cheap price – just so they can steal your payment card or personal information. They may also take your money and send you a worthless item, or sometimes, nothing at all.
Sale of Merchandise by Complainant:
In this type of scam, you are sent a cheque for something you have sold, but the cheque is made out for more than the agreed amount. The scammer hopes you will refund the extra money before noticing that his cheque has bounced.
Personal Information:
Identity theft can occur over the Internet or telephone, or via fax or regular mail. Therefore, be particularly wary of unsolicited e-mails, telephone calls or mail attempting to extract personal or financial information from you.
Job Scams:
Scammers will post misleading ads, frequently for “Work at Home” job opportunities and then request applicants to pay advance fees in order to begin working. These types of scams may also target personal information such social insurance numbers or other data or trick people into wiring funds or receiving payments that involve the victim in criminal transactions.
To keep abreast of common scams and fraud year-round, please visit the RCMP’s website: Scams and Fraud www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/scams-fraudes/index-eng.ht
In 2009, the top 5 schemes reported in New Brunswick were:
Offer of Service Fraud:
Scammers will offer low interest rate loans or other “too good to be true” financial services as a means of enticing borrowers to provide them with their credit card or other payment information.
Merchandise Fraud:
Scammers may sell a product – often at a very cheap price – just so they can steal your payment card or personal information. They may also take your money and send you a worthless item, or sometimes, nothing at all.
Sale of Merchandise by Complainant:
In this type of scam, you are sent a cheque for something you have sold, but the cheque is made out for more than the agreed amount. The scammer hopes you will refund the extra money before noticing that his cheque has bounced.
Personal Information:
Identity theft can occur over the Internet or telephone, or via fax or regular mail. Therefore, be particularly wary of unsolicited e-mails, telephone calls or mail attempting to extract personal or financial information from you.
Job Scams:
Scammers will post misleading ads, frequently for “Work at Home” job opportunities and then request applicants to pay advance fees in order to begin working. These types of scams may also target personal information such social insurance numbers or other data or trick people into wiring funds or receiving payments that involve the victim in criminal transactions.
To keep abreast of common scams and fraud year-round, please visit the RCMP’s website: Scams and Fraud www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/scams-fraudes/index-eng.ht
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