ONE INJURED IN MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION

The Musquash Fire Department responded to a single vehicle collision on Route 790 in Dipper Harbour on Friday afternoon. Firefighters assisted Paramedics in removing one person from a car which had left the road, landing on its wheels in the ditch. He was transported by ambulance to hospital.

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Former St. Stephener on TV

One of our local boys has hit the TV screen.

Formerly from St. Stephen, Justin Breault was a funeral director and a police officer before taking on his acting career.

You can check him out on an episode of "Fringe" next Friday, November 18th, airing on Fox.

He plays a K-9 Police officer.

Local author releases first book

Author Shirley Blanchard of Pennfield, NB is releasing her first book, The Colors of Karlee. The childrens book teaches kids about emotions and helping others. The colors of Karlee, which follows a white-winged butterfly as she tries convincing the fello woodland creatures that she is not a moth, is itself a story of triumph. The book is illustrated by Terry Leavitt Jr of St. Stephen.

Construction on Route 1

Leave early if your taking the Route 1 highway.

Construction on the new Route 1 gateway began today, for the stretch between Waweig and the Bonaparte Lake area.

Intermittent traffic delays will continue for the next 2 weeks, opening again on November 21st.

NB Needs to Focus on Health, Says Council

In a report recently submitted to the premier, the New Brunswick Health Council expressing concern about the general health of New Brunswickers. The problem is  especially serious among the province's children.CEO Stephane Robichaud says that health problems are showing up in the younger generation.

He says that ailments like diabetes and obesity are happening at an earlier age than in the past.

The rise in childhood obesity can be blamed on leading a lazier lifestyle, in many cases, and not eating healthy food. Health problems are often also tied to socioeconomic status. It's up to New Brunswickers, Robichaud says, to make many of the changes needed to keep healthy.

Clocks Fall Back Tonight

It's that time of the year - remember to turn your clocks back one hour before going to bed this evening.
And also remember to change the batteries in your smoke alarms.

Provincial Food Regulation Act to Relax Restrictions

The provincial government proposing some changes to the way food sales are licensed.

According to health minister Madeleine Dubé, the provincial government has heard a lot of feedback saying that licensing and inspection requirements are too demanding. Community suppers, ice cream stands, and people who sell homemade food currently have to have a license issued by the province.

The proposed amendments would mean that not-for-profit fundraisers wouldn't have to have a license. It would also provide a exemption for single-day events, like church suppers. A draft of the proposal will be posted online at the GNB website, where people can comment on it before the regulation becomes law.

NBers Votes for Bay of Fundy as Natural Wonder

Charlotte County should vote soon if it wants the Bay of Fundy to be named one of 7 New Wonders of Nature. The bay is the last remaining Canadian entrant in a global competition that has included such famous attractions as the Grand Canyon and Australia's Great Barrier Reef.

Being named one of the 7 wonders of nature could increase tourism to the region, and raise New Brunswick's community spirit.

The voting is open to everyone--cast your ballot online at votemyfundy.com, or via the Facebook group.

Moosehead Plant to Lay Off Saint John Employees

No word yet on how many office staff at the Moosehead Breweries on Saint John's West Side will be let go.

The beer company recently announced that layoffs will be happening because contract issues with an international brewer and the strong Canadian dollars.

Moosehead currently employs 350 hourly, admin, and sales staff in Canada and the U.S.

Dirty Water In Blacks Harbour

Attention residents of Blacks Harbour!

The water lines will be flushed between 6 am and 6pm this Sunday.

You may get low pressure and discolored water.

Residents are reminded to remove screens from your taps and check for any debris that may be left behind.

The town apologizes for any inconvenience.

Red Ribbon Your Ride

Make the Red Ribbon your reminder.

MADD Charlotte County is launching their Red Ribbon Campaign tomorrow at the St. Stephen Superstore.

Reminding everyone not to drink and drive during the holidays, and if you see an impared driver to call 911.

98.1 The Tide will be broadcasting live from 11am - 2pm.
Call Faith Avery at (506) 396-2998.

Shocking Report From Crimestoppers!

Are you sitting down?

The value of drugs seized in Charlotte County.. during the month of October.... is $174,000 according to a new Crimestoppers report.

And there are even more staggering numbers in the report -- so far this year, from 44 tips received.... $209,000 worth of illegal drugs have been pulled off the streets.

Toothbrush may explode

Health Canada says Colgate-Palmolive is recalling a battery-operated electric toothbrush after receiving reports the devices exploded in the hands of some users.
Health Canada says consumers who own the model, called the Motion Electric Toothbrush, should stop using it.

Pesticide Charge

Several charges have been laid against an aquaculture company in Charlotte County after an investigation by Environment Canada.
Three senior company officials with Kelly Cove Salmon, a division of Cooke Aquaculture are looking at 11 charges of releasing pesticides into waters near a fish farm which Environment Canada believes killed large numbers of lobster between 2009 and 2010.
The three officials are scheduled to appear in provincial court in St. Stephen on December 13th.

Take Your Kids To Work Day

Many 14-year-olds are experiencing the real world today.

St. Stephen High School Grade 9 students are taking part in "Take Your Kids To Work Day" today.

Daniel Frye is in the studios at The Tide, learning about the business of radio.

It's all part of Career Week, which over 2000 communities are celebrating across the country.

17 Year Old Crashes Car in St. George

A crash last week in St. George, is sending a 17 year old to court in St. Stephen.

Last Friday, police found a car on its roof on the Letete Road just before midnight.

RCMP think speed and aggressive driving were the reason the driver failed to negotiate a downhill turn.

Both men in the car were not seriously hurt.

Charges are pending under the Motor Vehicle Act.

What Do I Want To Be When I Grow Up?

It may be the hardest decision a teenager can face.

That's why Canada is celebrating Career Week, giving teens and their parents the chance to gather information on schools and jobs, so they can decide what happens after graduation.

St. Stephen High School is hosting their Post-Secondary Expo today.

Parents and post-graduates are welcome until 12:35pm.

Halloween safety: Tips for families

Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for kids.
98.1 The Tide wants to keep everyone safe and happy on Halloween.

•Do not use masks. Masks make it hard for children to see what’s around them, including cars. Try a hypoallergenic (less likely to cause an allergic reaction), non-toxic make-up kit instead.
•Make or buy costumes in light-coloured material. Place strips of reflective tape on the back and front, so that drivers can better see your child.
•Costumes should fit properly to prevent trips and falls. Avoid items such as oversized shoes, high heels, long dresses or capes.
•Put your child’s name, address and phone number on his costume.
•Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult for trick or treating. By the age of 10, some children are ready to go trick-or-treating with a group of friends.

Cuts To Bus Service Will Hurt Low-Income People

The Human Development Council says the upcoming cuts to transit service and hours will hurt those in the low-income bracket.

Executive Director Randy Hatfield tells CHSJ News certain families, students, and the elderly take the bus because it's the only means of transportation they can afford and cuts to the service will mean longer and harder days for them.

He says our transit system is not in a good position as ridership in Canada's ten largest urban areas is up by over 5 percent in the last year while our numbers are stagnant.
 

He says new funding model that does not rely on property taxes will need to be established for cities.

Saint John recently announced a reduction in service and 12 employees will be let go in order to deal with the city's pension deficit.

Nor'easter Hits New Brunswick

It looks like mother nature is giving us the trick rather than the treat.

Saint John and the surrounding areas are under a rainfall warning -- according to Environment Canada, a low pressure system is tracking south of Nova Scotia  is bringing the slushy mess.

Meteorologist Doug Mercer tells CHSJ News the rest of the day will not be fun, saying that we should expect more rain mixed with snow and strong northeasterly winds.