8000 contraband cigarettes and a large amount of cash have been found at a home on the West-Side. Saint John Police and RCMP got into the home earlier this week and arrested a 78-year old man.
No word on charges at this point.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
PANB Candidate John Craig Takes Aim at David Alward
In keeping with health care so what does the newest political party have to say about the conservatives and their leader. PANB candidate for Charlotte Campobello John Craig says people should be afraid of David Alward's past record with healthcare.
Craig tellsTide News David Alward closed six Hospital in the Province of New Brunswick when he was in cabinet.
As for Charlotte The Isles Candidate for People's Of Alliance Terry James says in past history both the Conservative and Liberals have hacked away at the Former Fundy Hospital in Blacks Harbour and reduced to it's current status as a 12 hour Emergency Room with a Nursing Home attached and in light of yesterday comments in regard to nursing homes it causes even great concern with regard to the future of health care service for Blacks Harbour.
Craig tellsTide News David Alward closed six Hospital in the Province of New Brunswick when he was in cabinet.
As for Charlotte The Isles Candidate for People's Of Alliance Terry James says in past history both the Conservative and Liberals have hacked away at the Former Fundy Hospital in Blacks Harbour and reduced to it's current status as a 12 hour Emergency Room with a Nursing Home attached and in light of yesterday comments in regard to nursing homes it causes even great concern with regard to the future of health care service for Blacks Harbour.
Liberal Candidate Rick Doucet Calls Out Conservative Leader
Liberal Candidate for Charlotte The Isles Rick Doucet calling out the Conservative leader David Alward to come forward and make a commitment to the people of Grand Manan concerning the future plans for their new nursing home.
Tide news placed a call to Conservative candidate Sharon Tucker and she tells us there is no truth to what Doucet claims that if the conservatives take power they will shut down the plans for the new nursing home on the island.
Tucker tells us Rick Doucet and Liberal Leader Shawn Graham are desperate..
Tide News has placed a call to Conservative Leader David Alward and have yet to hear back...
Tide news placed a call to Conservative candidate Sharon Tucker and she tells us there is no truth to what Doucet claims that if the conservatives take power they will shut down the plans for the new nursing home on the island.
Tucker tells us Rick Doucet and Liberal Leader Shawn Graham are desperate..
Tide News has placed a call to Conservative Leader David Alward and have yet to hear back...
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Local Man Dies in Bike Crash
RCMP were called to Boundary Street last night to respond to a collision between a bike and a vehicle around 10. The driver a local man from St. Stephen was pronounced dead at the scene.
The passenger suffered serious injuries and he was transported to the Saint John Regional Hospital.
The driver of the vehicle was uninjured.
RCMP tell us it appears the motorcycle was traveling West on Milltown Blvd, at a high rate of speed, as it approached the intersection with Boundary St. A vehicle traveling East on Milltown Blvd, West of the Boundary St intersection, was in the process of turning left onto Boundary St, when the collision occurred.
Police, Fire and Ambulance services responded to the scene. An RCMP Traffic Collision Analyst, from Fredericton, attended and conducted an analysis of the scene. Speed has been confirmed and alcohol is suspected as being contributing factors.
The passenger suffered serious injuries and he was transported to the Saint John Regional Hospital.
The driver of the vehicle was uninjured.
RCMP tell us it appears the motorcycle was traveling West on Milltown Blvd, at a high rate of speed, as it approached the intersection with Boundary St. A vehicle traveling East on Milltown Blvd, West of the Boundary St intersection, was in the process of turning left onto Boundary St, when the collision occurred.
Police, Fire and Ambulance services responded to the scene. An RCMP Traffic Collision Analyst, from Fredericton, attended and conducted an analysis of the scene. Speed has been confirmed and alcohol is suspected as being contributing factors.
Monday, September 20, 2010
People's Alliance Release Education Plan
The People's Of Alliance released their education plan this morning at the St. Stephen High School. Party leader Kris Austin along with Charlotte Campobello Candidate John Craig were on Hand to speak to the students.
The Party would like to see the education system include re-introducing trades in the High Schools among other things the party's platform consists of free vision screening and a push for a settlement with teacher's assistants.
Austin tells the point they are trying to make as a new political party the People's Allianceare everyday people that are fed up with the way politics and government is run in New Brunswick.
The Party would like to see the education system include re-introducing trades in the High Schools among other things the party's platform consists of free vision screening and a push for a settlement with teacher's assistants.
Austin tells the point they are trying to make as a new political party the People's Allianceare everyday people that are fed up with the way politics and government is run in New Brunswick.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Conservatives Make Promise to Moose Hunters
Seniors,Jobs, health-care have been some of the focus for the parties of the first three weeks of the Provincial Election campaign.
Although the Conservatives are today are turning their attention to the woods.
If elected on the 27th, Leader David Alward says his party will make changes to the moose hunting season and give more people to take part.
Alward says there are some people who haven't had their name drawn in ten years and that is not fair. The Conservative Party is also pledging to increase the catch limit of trout from five to ten.
Although the Conservatives are today are turning their attention to the woods.
If elected on the 27th, Leader David Alward says his party will make changes to the moose hunting season and give more people to take part.
Alward says there are some people who haven't had their name drawn in ten years and that is not fair. The Conservative Party is also pledging to increase the catch limit of trout from five to ten.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
First For Taxi Drivers in Saint John
A new programme has been completed in partnership with Saint John airport to better enable taxi drivers to be tourism ambassadors for the city.36 cab drivers, dispatchers and managers have completed the first customised taxi driver customer service programme in the province.
The executive director of the Tourism Industry Association, Real Robichaud says taxi drivers can help make or break how visitors view Saint John because they can be the first people visitors talk to when they fly into the airport. That means they have to be able to answer questions about what there is to do and the best places to stay and eat at. Robichaud also says their cabs have to be clean as well.
It's estimated tourism spending by visitors in Saint John exceeded 246 million dollars in 2008 with the number of passengers flying into the airport increasing for three consecutive years.
The executive director of the Tourism Industry Association, Real Robichaud says taxi drivers can help make or break how visitors view Saint John because they can be the first people visitors talk to when they fly into the airport. That means they have to be able to answer questions about what there is to do and the best places to stay and eat at. Robichaud also says their cabs have to be clean as well.
It's estimated tourism spending by visitors in Saint John exceeded 246 million dollars in 2008 with the number of passengers flying into the airport increasing for three consecutive years.
Gas Prices On The Rise
Another increase in the price of gas after the weekly setting. Self serve regular is up by just over a cent to 98.2 a litre.
Diesel has also increased to 103.5 with the maximum price for propane higher at 103.2
Diesel has also increased to 103.5 with the maximum price for propane higher at 103.2
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Speed Monitoring In St Stephen
If your headed to the High School today in St. Stephen you'll see something tracking your speed.
Members of St Stephen Citizen On Patrol are going to be conducting speed monitoring in St Stephen and area over the next couple of weeks.
The RCMP will be providing the volunteer group use of the RCMP portable roadside system, which displays the speed of approaching vehicles.
It will be placed, near our local St Stephen and area schools, to promote “Back to School Awareness”.
Over the next few weeks residents will see the sign in various place around town as Citizen On Patrol members through the use of the roadside system, will be collecting and documenting speeds, time of day and number of vehicles.
This initiative will assist the RCMP in determining where the police should be focusing enforcement. This would be another example of the value of the Citizens on Patrol Program and the citizens who have committed themselves to it.
Members of St Stephen Citizen On Patrol are going to be conducting speed monitoring in St Stephen and area over the next couple of weeks.
The RCMP will be providing the volunteer group use of the RCMP portable roadside system, which displays the speed of approaching vehicles.
It will be placed, near our local St Stephen and area schools, to promote “Back to School Awareness”.
Over the next few weeks residents will see the sign in various place around town as Citizen On Patrol members through the use of the roadside system, will be collecting and documenting speeds, time of day and number of vehicles.
This initiative will assist the RCMP in determining where the police should be focusing enforcement. This would be another example of the value of the Citizens on Patrol Program and the citizens who have committed themselves to it.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
RCMP Seek Help In Missing Moncton Man
Codiac Regional RCMP are seeking the public’s help in locating a 43-year-old Moncton man missing for over a month. Michael Andrew Blakney was reported missing to police last week but was last seen in early August while riding his bicycle in Moncton.
Blakney is of average build, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 150lbs, and has black hair. He also walks with a limp. Blakney uses prescription glasses and often wears a ball cap. Family and friends say he rides a one speed bicycle everywhere and is known to ride regularly on trails to Sackville and Petitcodiac.
Blakney has a seasonal job and his employer states that Blakney did not report for work like he usually does each fall. Investigators have also learned there have been no calls on his cellular phone and no bank transactions since early August.
Anyone with information about Michael Andrew Blakney is asked to call Codiac Regional RCMP at 857-2400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Blakney is of average build, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 150lbs, and has black hair. He also walks with a limp. Blakney uses prescription glasses and often wears a ball cap. Family and friends say he rides a one speed bicycle everywhere and is known to ride regularly on trails to Sackville and Petitcodiac.
Blakney has a seasonal job and his employer states that Blakney did not report for work like he usually does each fall. Investigators have also learned there have been no calls on his cellular phone and no bank transactions since early August.
Anyone with information about Michael Andrew Blakney is asked to call Codiac Regional RCMP at 857-2400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Green Party Takes On A Natural Look
As you head around the traffic circle in St. Stephen you may wonder why there are some scarecrows stuck in the grass with all the Political signs.
It's the Green approach to The Green Party's Political Sign.
It's the Green approach to The Green Party's Political Sign.
RCMP Arrest 3 People in Robbery
St Stephen RCMP have arrested two men and one youth in connection with robbery that happened in Baillie late Sunday night. The Three are being held in custody and will be appearing in Provincial Court.
Sergeant Bob MacKnight tells us police responded to a complaint of a the home invasion just after it happened at the home in Baillie.
The investigation determined that three were responsible, and Police also tell us one of the men used a firearm against a person insie of the house, although no one suffered serious injury.
Sergeant Bob MacKnight tells us police responded to a complaint of a the home invasion just after it happened at the home in Baillie.
The investigation determined that three were responsible, and Police also tell us one of the men used a firearm against a person insie of the house, although no one suffered serious injury.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Cupe Local 2745 Picket Juneau's Office.
Members of Cupe Local 2475 on the picket line today outside of Annabelle Juneau's office as they continue to fight for a contract. the group has been with one for 19 months now.
Today they are asking for your support for their educational staff by asking the public to call or write Premier Graham and ask him llive up to his last Election promise by investing in Educational support staff.
Police Seek Help In B&E
RCMP are asking for the public’s help in solving a break and enter in Johnson Settlement over the Labour Day Weekend.
Approximately $5000 worth of items, including tools and jewelry were taken from a residence and detached garage.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact District 1 RCMP at 506-755-1130 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Approximately $5000 worth of items, including tools and jewelry were taken from a residence and detached garage.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact District 1 RCMP at 506-755-1130 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
People's Alliance Release Platform
Kris Austin, Leader of the People's Alliance of New Brunswick released their platform earlier this morning at The Coleson Cove generating station . Austin says he wants to see the power back in the hands of the people. Austin tells us they have a concept that the citizens of New Brunswick should be legal shareholders in NB Power.
This means New Brunswick would own 51 % of the Crown Corporation. Austin's says this way in the future that if there is any intent to sell of dismantle the corporation it would have to go thru the hands of New Brunswick fist.
Austin say the difference between his party and the other Political Parties is that they are saying what they want to do where as other party leaders won't say. He tells us the Political Parties need to more clear.
This means New Brunswick would own 51 % of the Crown Corporation. Austin's says this way in the future that if there is any intent to sell of dismantle the corporation it would have to go thru the hands of New Brunswick fist.
Austin say the difference between his party and the other Political Parties is that they are saying what they want to do where as other party leaders won't say. He tells us the Political Parties need to more clear.
Voter Cards In The Mail
If you've been concerned about why you haven't seen your voter information card in the mail yet, worry no longer.
More than 520,000 people around the Province will receive the card in the mail this week.
Election Officials say it helps but is not necessary to have the card with you to cast your ballot.
The card how-ever is equipped with a bar-code which will make the voting process go quicker if you have it with you.
If you don't have a card or forget it, there will be a seperate station set-up at each polling station to make sure your name is added to the list.
More than 520,000 people around the Province will receive the card in the mail this week.
Election Officials say it helps but is not necessary to have the card with you to cast your ballot.
The card how-ever is equipped with a bar-code which will make the voting process go quicker if you have it with you.
If you don't have a card or forget it, there will be a seperate station set-up at each polling station to make sure your name is added to the list.
Friday, September 10, 2010
NB Power Is Warning Its Customers Of A Telephone Scam
NB Power issued a press release back in March warning its customers of a telephone scam and warn public the scam is still making it's rounds.
Customers have been solicited by someone offering a device for sale that can save them money on their electricity bills.
NB Power is not selling such devices, nor has it approved any such device and recommends thatcustomers contacted by persons making such claims report the incident immediately to theirlocal police force, the RCMP or PhoneBusters at 1-888-495-8501.
Customers have been solicited by someone offering a device for sale that can save them money on their electricity bills.
NB Power is not selling such devices, nor has it approved any such device and recommends thatcustomers contacted by persons making such claims report the incident immediately to theirlocal police force, the RCMP or PhoneBusters at 1-888-495-8501.
Fredericton Girl Names RCMP Puppy
Out of 9125 entries in Canada to name one of ten RCMP puppies an 11 year old Frederiction Girl recieved a prize.
Eleven year old Julia Leahy was the only New Brunswicker to receive an award. Julia won for her submission of the name “Cody”.
Sgt. Pierre Gardner of the RCMP New Brunswick Police Dog Service presented Julia with her prize of an 8×10 laminated photograph of “Cody”, an official RCMP ball cap, a plush dog named “Justice” and a certificate. Congratulations Julia!
This contest is a annual RCMP “Name the Puppy” contest held by the RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre in Alberta.
Photo : Julia Leahy, Sgt. Pierre Gardner and his Police Dog “Bruno
Eleven year old Julia Leahy was the only New Brunswicker to receive an award. Julia won for her submission of the name “Cody”.
Sgt. Pierre Gardner of the RCMP New Brunswick Police Dog Service presented Julia with her prize of an 8×10 laminated photograph of “Cody”, an official RCMP ball cap, a plush dog named “Justice” and a certificate. Congratulations Julia!
This contest is a annual RCMP “Name the Puppy” contest held by the RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre in Alberta.
Photo : Julia Leahy, Sgt. Pierre Gardner and his Police Dog “Bruno
Impared Driving Charges Over Long Weekend
Over the Labour Day long weekend, the RCMP conducted operations and checked more than 10,000 vehicles across the province.
The focus of that weekend was on impaired driving and even with the poor weather, for District One, 28 provincial tickets were issued for the area.
Three people were charged with impaired driving and 1 other received a 24-hour suspension. In addition nearly 600 provincial tickets and warnings were handed out.
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The focus of that weekend was on impaired driving and even with the poor weather, for District One, 28 provincial tickets were issued for the area.
Three people were charged with impaired driving and 1 other received a 24-hour suspension. In addition nearly 600 provincial tickets and warnings were handed out.
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Meet The Candidate's
With the Provincial Election right around the corner it may be time to get to know the people that want to represent us.
The St. Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Candidate's Night on Thursday, September 16 from 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m. The event will be held at the Milltown Legion.
The St. Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Candidate's Night on Thursday, September 16 from 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m. The event will be held at the Milltown Legion.
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