The body discovered yesterday in a wooded area in the Shenstone has been Sabrina Patterson.
The woman had been missing since October 29.
At this point no charges have been laid.
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Body discovered confirmed as missing Riverview woman, Shenstone
Body discovered confirmed as missing Riverview woman, Shenstone
Friday, November 5, 2010
Weather Conditions Around St. Stephen
Strong winds and heavy rain are in the forecast today for much of the Maritimes.
St Stephen is expected to receive up to 70 mm of rain today and as much as 40 mm tomorrow
Environment Canada is calling for upwards of 100 millimetres of rain by tonight in some parts of the region.
Pizza Delight in St. Stephen had a close call earlier today with water levels reaching the building and covering the Wharf.
Crews with the St. Stephen Public Works Department are keeping an eye on road condition and backed up drainage paths. NB Power is working to restore Power to the nearly 800 customers affected.
Grand Manan Ferry Off It's Run
The GMV will not be making the 11:30 trip out of Grand Manan.
A decision has not been made yet on the 1:00 PM trip. Coastal Transport will be advising The Tide of any future cancellations.
A decision has not been made yet on the 1:00 PM trip. Coastal Transport will be advising The Tide of any future cancellations.
NB Power Outages
NB Power reporting outages in St. Stephen at this hour is affecting 290 customers, Valley Road, Rollingdam, Laurence Station, Elmsville, Tower Hill and Little Ridge. Nb Power crews are working on the issue's and expect to have power restored by early afternoon. Meanwhile Fredericton has over 1200 customers without power at this time.
Strong winds and heavy rain are in the forecast today for much of the Maritimes.
Environment Canada is calling for upwards of 100 millimeters of rain by tonight in some parts of the region.
Strong winds and heavy rain are in the forecast today for much of the Maritimes.
Environment Canada is calling for upwards of 100 millimeters of rain by tonight in some parts of the region.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Missing Moncton Man Found
One of two people missing from the Moncton area has been found by police at his home.
The RCMP says Fred Prosser was located shortly before noon today at his residence.
Prosser is being interviewed by police to determine his whereabouts over the past few days.
The search is continuing for Sabrina Patterson, a 25-year-old Riverview woman who was reported missing on Oct. 29.
The RCMP says Fred Prosser was located shortly before noon today at his residence.
Prosser is being interviewed by police to determine his whereabouts over the past few days.
The search is continuing for Sabrina Patterson, a 25-year-old Riverview woman who was reported missing on Oct. 29.
Canada's Ambassador To U.S. Says Energy Opportunities Abound For Atlantic Canada
Saint John getting a visit from the Canadian Ambassador in Washington, Gary Doer who was the keynote speaker before a large gathering of businesspeople at the Trade and Convention Centre.
Doer says Atlantic Canada is well positioned to take advantage of the energy demand in New England if the provinces work together. He points out New England imports 11 billion dollars worth of energy from Atlantic Canada and 35 per cent of its natural gas comes from this region.
He adds the Americans are looking for energy security which they can't get from the Middle East.
Doer told businesspeople at the Trade and Convention Centre the incoming chair of the Congressional Energy Committee who's a Republican is, in his words, pro-NAFTA and pro-energy from Canada.
(Canada's Ambassador To The U.S., Gary Doer)
(Photo by Brian McLain)
Doer says Atlantic Canada is well positioned to take advantage of the energy demand in New England if the provinces work together. He points out New England imports 11 billion dollars worth of energy from Atlantic Canada and 35 per cent of its natural gas comes from this region.
He adds the Americans are looking for energy security which they can't get from the Middle East.
Doer told businesspeople at the Trade and Convention Centre the incoming chair of the Congressional Energy Committee who's a Republican is, in his words, pro-NAFTA and pro-energy from Canada.
(Canada's Ambassador To The U.S., Gary Doer)
(Photo by Brian McLain)
St. Stephen Middle School Dismissing Due To Power Outage
School is dismissed at The St. Stephen Middle School due to the power outage.
Dave Breau with District 10 tells us they are dismissing School at this time due to the power outaged caused by the accident earlier today on Princees St.
Dave Breau with District 10 tells us they are dismissing School at this time due to the power outaged caused by the accident earlier today on Princees St.
Back Hoe Hits Pole & Knock's Power Out In St. Stephen
Lights are knocked out at this hour as Back Hoe hit a pole on Princess Street earlier this morning . The Driver was taken by ambulance to the Charlotte County Hospital and his condition is not yet know , alothough a bystanders tells us he did walk to the stretcher. It is believed he blacked out while driving the machine.
NB Power is reporting just over 850 customers without power in the area and is expected to be restored by 2 today.
NB Power is reporting just over 850 customers without power in the area and is expected to be restored by 2 today.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Human Remains Found On Shoreline Of Grand Manan
RCMP members on Grand Manan Island were called to Castalia after a someone found skeletal human remains along the shoreline.
The discovery was made within two kilometres of the site of skeletal remains discovered last month.
It is unknown at this time whether the remains are from the same person.
The Coroner's office has been contacted and ongoing forensic examination and DNA testing is being conducted to help establish identity.
The discovery was made within two kilometres of the site of skeletal remains discovered last month.
It is unknown at this time whether the remains are from the same person.
The Coroner's office has been contacted and ongoing forensic examination and DNA testing is being conducted to help establish identity.
Saint Andrews Fire Department Reminds Us To Change Battery's In Smoke Detectors
The Saint Andrews Fire Department has a message for residents and that is "Remember Change you Clock, Change your batteries.
This as Daylight Savings time ends and we prepare to set our clocks back an hour on Sunday, Nov. 7, meanwhile The Provincial fire Marshal Benoit Laroche tells us most deaths due to house fires happen at night, while people are sleeping. He says it's a good idea to place smoke alarms outside every sleeping area and on every level of the home.
If you sleep with the bedroom door closed, install a smoke alarm inside the bedroom, test your smoke alarms while the family is sleeping and make sure they are clean.
This as Daylight Savings time ends and we prepare to set our clocks back an hour on Sunday, Nov. 7, meanwhile The Provincial fire Marshal Benoit Laroche tells us most deaths due to house fires happen at night, while people are sleeping. He says it's a good idea to place smoke alarms outside every sleeping area and on every level of the home.
If you sleep with the bedroom door closed, install a smoke alarm inside the bedroom, test your smoke alarms while the family is sleeping and make sure they are clean.
Town Of St. Stephen Fall Clean Up
Residents of the Town of St. Stephen are advised that a Fall pick-up of bagged leaves and brush only will take place the week of November 8.
Town Officials tell us residents should have their brush and leaves out by the roadside by Monday.
Officials once again remind us to have your leaves preferably in clear and biodegradable bags and securely tied in order for Town pick-up.
Town Officials tell us residents should have their brush and leaves out by the roadside by Monday.
Officials once again remind us to have your leaves preferably in clear and biodegradable bags and securely tied in order for Town pick-up.
Change Smoke Detector Batteries
As Daylight Savings time ends and we prepare to set our clocks back an hour on Sunday, Nov. 7, the Office of the Fire Marshal reminds residents to change the batteries in their smoke detectors.
The Provincial fire Marshal Benoit Laroche tells us most deaths due to house fires happen at night, while people are sleeping. He says it's a good idea to place smoke alarms outside every sleeping area and on every level of the home.
If you sleep with the bedroom door closed, install a smoke alarm inside the bedroom, test your smoke alarms while the family is sleeping and make sure they are clean. Department of Public Safety: www.gnb.ca/publicsafety.
The Provincial fire Marshal Benoit Laroche tells us most deaths due to house fires happen at night, while people are sleeping. He says it's a good idea to place smoke alarms outside every sleeping area and on every level of the home.
If you sleep with the bedroom door closed, install a smoke alarm inside the bedroom, test your smoke alarms while the family is sleeping and make sure they are clean. Department of Public Safety: www.gnb.ca/publicsafety.
Amy Cummings Named State Library Employee of the Year
A well-organized and dedicated women takes the title State Library Employee of the year. Amy Cummings has been named the 2010 employee of the year for the Maine State Library.
Each year, state agencies may nominate a single employee who exhibits an outstanding work ethic and attitude and provides a valuable service to his or her agency.
She single-handedly loans and borrows over 22,000 items annually for individuals and libraries on behalf of the State Library.
Each year, state agencies may nominate a single employee who exhibits an outstanding work ethic and attitude and provides a valuable service to his or her agency.
She single-handedly loans and borrows over 22,000 items annually for individuals and libraries on behalf of the State Library.
RCMP Search For Missing Man
RCMP are looking for 31-year-old Fred Prosser last seen by friends early Monday morning at his home in Shenstone, outside of Salisbury.He was reported missing on Monday night after he didn't show up at work.
He has not been in touch with friends or family and is not answering his cell phone.
Prosser is believed to be driving a 2004 Chevrolet pickup, grey in colour, with a New Brunswick License plate reading COT 348.
He is about 5 foot 10 weighing about 200 pounds with brown eyes and hair.
If you have any information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
He has not been in touch with friends or family and is not answering his cell phone.
Prosser is believed to be driving a 2004 Chevrolet pickup, grey in colour, with a New Brunswick License plate reading COT 348.
He is about 5 foot 10 weighing about 200 pounds with brown eyes and hair.
If you have any information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
St. Stephen Elementary School Looks for Donations
It's that time of year again when the kids head out during school hours for some good old fashion skating. The St.Stephen Elementary school makes this possible each and every year with their trips to the arena and are now looking for your help in providing some of those kids with some skates and helmets.
This year is the first year that The St.Stephen Elementary School has shared their skates and helmets with the kids at The Milltown School and now are finding themselves in more need of skates and helmets.
If you can help donations of all sizes of skates and helmets are needed and you can drop them off at the St. Stephen Elementary School or call 466-7303 for more information.
This year is the first year that The St.Stephen Elementary School has shared their skates and helmets with the kids at The Milltown School and now are finding themselves in more need of skates and helmets.
If you can help donations of all sizes of skates and helmets are needed and you can drop them off at the St. Stephen Elementary School or call 466-7303 for more information.
Citizens On Patrol Recruit For New Members
A public meeting will be held to recruit new members for the group Citizens On Patrol. Maybe you you want to join or simply just get the info.
The group works with the RCMP to provide an extra set of eyes to help make the community safer and alert Police of any suspicious activity.
Citizens on Patrol have been working in the community with the Police since April of 2006.
The meeting gets underway at 7 in the Library of The Stephen High School this Thursday.
The group works with the RCMP to provide an extra set of eyes to help make the community safer and alert Police of any suspicious activity.
Citizens on Patrol have been working in the community with the Police since April of 2006.
The meeting gets underway at 7 in the Library of The Stephen High School this Thursday.
RCMP Seek Public Assistant In Stolen Vehicle
RCMP are on the look out for a stolen van that was taken from the Pennfield area late last month.It's a 1998 Navy Blue Ford Windstar with paint patches and NB plates BWD 820
Police are asking the public for information that could help them and if you can call District 1 RCMP at 755-1132 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477) to remain anonymous.
Police are asking the public for information that could help them and if you can call District 1 RCMP at 755-1132 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477) to remain anonymous.
Monday, November 1, 2010
SPCA Raise Funds with Crafts
Crafters and Animals.. It may sound like an odd combination but The Charlotte County Animal Shelter don't think so. The group is hosting a craft fair to raise fund for the Shelter.
It's s currently looking for donations of Christmas crafts and baked goods to sell at our annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, November 27th.
The Craft Fair will be held at the St. Stephen Legion with all profits will go towards the care of the animals at the shelter.Donations can be dropped off at the shelter anytime! For more info, please call 465-7657 or see www.cc-spca.petfinder.com.
It's s currently looking for donations of Christmas crafts and baked goods to sell at our annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, November 27th.
The Craft Fair will be held at the St. Stephen Legion with all profits will go towards the care of the animals at the shelter.Donations can be dropped off at the shelter anytime! For more info, please call 465-7657 or see www.cc-spca.petfinder.com.
Man Faces Charges After Cocaine Seizure
Police say they've taken about two thousand dollars worth of crack cocaine off the street following a raid on a Princess Street home in Saint John late last week -- they came armed with a search warrant and seized just over 10-grams of crack as well as scales and packaging material.
A 22-year old man was arrested and has been spending time at the Regional Correctional Centre. He's due in court today to answer to charges of trafficking.
A 22-year old man was arrested and has been spending time at the Regional Correctional Centre. He's due in court today to answer to charges of trafficking.
15 Year Old Murder Case Opens In Moncton Court Today
A man in his sixty will appear in a Moncton court today for a preliminary hearing.
Raymond Joseph is accused of killing a woman and her son 15 years ago.He faces two counts of first-degree murder.
He's accused of killing 37-year-old Mary Lou Barnes and 12-year-old Larry Mills Jr.
Their bodies were found in their Sackville home in November 1995.
Police say they had been strangled.
Raymond Joseph is accused of killing a woman and her son 15 years ago.He faces two counts of first-degree murder.
He's accused of killing 37-year-old Mary Lou Barnes and 12-year-old Larry Mills Jr.
Their bodies were found in their Sackville home in November 1995.
Police say they had been strangled.
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