(Courtesy of Canadian Press)
The warning issued early this month about baby slings is now upgraded to an outright recall.
More than one-million baby slings made by Infantino are being called back after claims linking them to three infant deaths.
The recall covers 15-thousand Infantino ``SlingRider'' and ``Wendy Bellissimo'' slings sold in Canada.
The U-S Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning that babies can suffocate in the soft fabric slings.
Parents are being told to stop using the slings for babies under four months immediately.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Planned Review of Maximum Margins, Delivery Costs and Full Service Charge for Gasoline and Other Petroleum Products
The New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board intends to conduct a review of the maximum margins, maximum delivery costs and maximum full service charge to determine whether or not the current maximum amounts are justified.
The Board intends to hold a public hearing in the fall of 2010 as part of this review. This hearing will be open to all market participants as well as the general public.
The Energy and Utilities board is the body responsible for setting maximum wholesale and retail prices for heating and motor fuels within the province of New Brunswick, as per the Petroleum Products Pricing Act .
The Board intends to hold a public hearing in the fall of 2010 as part of this review. This hearing will be open to all market participants as well as the general public.
The Energy and Utilities board is the body responsible for setting maximum wholesale and retail prices for heating and motor fuels within the province of New Brunswick, as per the Petroleum Products Pricing Act .
N.B. Premier Shawn Graham calls off $3.2-billion NB Power sale to Hydro-Quebec
According to The Canadian Press Premier Shawn Graham says he is no longer proceeding with the controversial $3.2-billion sale of NB Power assets to Hydro-Quebec.
Graham says changes sought by Quebec in recent weeks made the deal unacceptable for New Brunswick.
He delivered the unexpected announcement in the legislature today.
The initial $4.75-billion sale of New Brunswick's 90-year-old public utility announced last year included transmission and distribution assets.
At the time, Graham touted the deal as one that would reduce the province's staggering debt and lower power rates in his province.
But the deal was later watered down to a $3.2-billion deal for 10 power plants with transmission and distribution off the table.
Graham says changes sought by Quebec in recent weeks made the deal unacceptable for New Brunswick.
He delivered the unexpected announcement in the legislature today.
The initial $4.75-billion sale of New Brunswick's 90-year-old public utility announced last year included transmission and distribution assets.
At the time, Graham touted the deal as one that would reduce the province's staggering debt and lower power rates in his province.
But the deal was later watered down to a $3.2-billion deal for 10 power plants with transmission and distribution off the table.
NB-Power-Sale-NewsAlert
New Brunswick Premier Shawn Graham says he is no longer proceeding with the controversial $3.2-billion sale of NB Power assets to Hydro-Quebec. Keep Listening to The Tide for more details....
NB Power participating in wind integration project
About $3.6 million will be invested by NB Power in a smart electric grid pilot project using wind generation.
The initiative, known as the The Customer Load Control for Wind Integration Project, is one of 19 selected for funding in January from the federal Clean Energy Fund.
The project will use innovative technology to provide fast-acting ancillary services for wind integration by controlling commercial and residential loads without affecting the customer. Communication devices will be installed on thermal equipment and appliances in customers' homes and businesses to allow for non-intrusive control of electricity consumption to match variable supply from wind turbines.
"NB Power's smart grid pilot project is a first of its kind, and I am proud of this initiative," said Energy Minister Jack Keir. "Our government has identified the smart grid as a terrific opportunity for the New Brunswick information and communication technologies industry.
The project is estimated to cost $32 million and expected to be completed by 2014.
The initiative, known as the The Customer Load Control for Wind Integration Project, is one of 19 selected for funding in January from the federal Clean Energy Fund.
The project will use innovative technology to provide fast-acting ancillary services for wind integration by controlling commercial and residential loads without affecting the customer. Communication devices will be installed on thermal equipment and appliances in customers' homes and businesses to allow for non-intrusive control of electricity consumption to match variable supply from wind turbines.
"NB Power's smart grid pilot project is a first of its kind, and I am proud of this initiative," said Energy Minister Jack Keir. "Our government has identified the smart grid as a terrific opportunity for the New Brunswick information and communication technologies industry.
The project is estimated to cost $32 million and expected to be completed by 2014.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Crime Stoppers adds new technology with Web Tips and Anonymous Text Messaging join the fight against crime
For 25 years, Crime Stoppers has given New Brunswickers an opportunity to provide information about crimes both anonymously and securely through their toll-free hotline at 1-800-222-8477, but as cell phones and the internet become the communication tools of choice these days, the charitable organization felt it was time to expand the ways it collects these tips - many of which assist law enforcement in the province solve crucial, time-dependent cases.
The volunteer-run group is launching their 'Call, Click, and Text Anonymously' campaign, which incorporates a guaranteed system to protect the identity of the tipster - which is of the utmost importance to the Crime Stoppers program.
Tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers using their cell phones either by calling the traditional toll-free number or through easy to remember numbers initiated by Canada's largest cell providers. Bell and Telus clients are able to dial *TIPS (*8477), and Rogers customers can dial #TIPS (#8477) to reach the office, which handles calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round.
The volunteer-run group is launching their 'Call, Click, and Text Anonymously' campaign, which incorporates a guaranteed system to protect the identity of the tipster - which is of the utmost importance to the Crime Stoppers program.
Tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers using their cell phones either by calling the traditional toll-free number or through easy to remember numbers initiated by Canada's largest cell providers. Bell and Telus clients are able to dial *TIPS (*8477), and Rogers customers can dial #TIPS (#8477) to reach the office, which handles calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round.
Porter Airlines is introducing service from the Greater Moncton International Airport
The Greater Moncton International Airport (GMIA) is pleased to welcome Porter Airlines to Moncton. Commencing June 25, the destination will feature non-stop flights from Greater Moncton International Airport (GMIA) to Ottawa, as well as service to Porter’s downtown base at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Flights between Moncton and Toronto include a brief stop in Ottawa.
A schedule of two daily roundtrips is available for the summer season until September 7. A year-round program of four weekly flights remains in place after this time, including daily roundtrips on Thursday and Friday, plus twice daily Sunday service.
A schedule of two daily roundtrips is available for the summer season until September 7. A year-round program of four weekly flights remains in place after this time, including daily roundtrips on Thursday and Friday, plus twice daily Sunday service.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Lake Utopia Committee Seeks Members
The health of the Lake Utopia has been an ongoing issue with the blue green algae blooms. The Department Of Environment is yet to find the cause of the algae bloom but have conducted several investigative studies.
The committee is looking for new members to join and represent the diverse interests and demographic group. Executive Director of Eastern Waterway and a member of the Steering Committee the formation of the Lake association presents an opportunity to harness energy from residents and to address the issues at hand through increased access to policy making, industrial stakeholders and sources of funding...
The committee is looking for new members to join and represent the diverse interests and demographic group. Executive Director of Eastern Waterway and a member of the Steering Committee the formation of the Lake association presents an opportunity to harness energy from residents and to address the issues at hand through increased access to policy making, industrial stakeholders and sources of funding...
Golf Season Approaching
The early thaw has caught the attention of golfers around the Province hoping they might get back on the course early this year. The President of Total Golf Management at Rockwood Park Gerry Connolly tells us, the tarps were removed from the greens earlier this week and things look good:
Connolly adds if the weather forecast holds as predicted, he is optimistic the golf course might be able to open shortly after the Easter Weekend.
Connolly adds if the weather forecast holds as predicted, he is optimistic the golf course might be able to open shortly after the Easter Weekend.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Marijuana Grow Operation dismantled
District 6 Miramichi RCMP effected a search warrant in a residence in Whitney, N.B. Police dismantled a hydroponic marijuana grow operation and seized eight large marijuana plants. Eight plants of this size could potentially equate to over 20, 000 joints.
Two people were taken into custody as a result of this investigation and released pending a court appearance of June 21.
Two people were taken into custody as a result of this investigation and released pending a court appearance of June 21.
C.H.E.P. Borderless Giving Food drive shared with Cross Border Friends
Students from NBCC Saint Andrews Campus , St. Stephen's University and Washington County Community College in Calais are partnering up to collect food and donations to help the local food banks.
The drive will be held from 8 AM to 8 PM US and 9 AM to 9 PM Canadian time. Students will collect donations door-to-door and drop-off locations have been established in Calais, St. Stephen and Saint Andrews.
These schools have recently formed this partnership cal C.H.E.P (Crossborder Higher Education Partnership)
The drive will be held from 8 AM to 8 PM US and 9 AM to 9 PM Canadian time. Students will collect donations door-to-door and drop-off locations have been established in Calais, St. Stephen and Saint Andrews.
These schools have recently formed this partnership cal C.H.E.P (Crossborder Higher Education Partnership)
Maine Library District Association Receives Funding
Maine Library District Association on behalf of the Maine Regional Library System, part of the Maine State Library, recently received a $50,000.00 grant from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation to automate small public libraries in Maine. Approximately twenty small libraries will be selected and will receive two computers, a two-year subscription to LibraryWorld software, along with consulting, planning and training assistance.
Small libraries need this project to bring them up to today’s standards and so that they can be viable in their community and in the larger Maine library world.
Small libraries need this project to bring them up to today’s standards and so that they can be viable in their community and in the larger Maine library world.
16 Year Old Hampton Girl Charged with Second Degree Murder.
Sentencing for a 16 year old Hampton area girl on a charge of second degree murder has been adjourned to April 16th. She was convicted in the stabbing death last June of 78 year old Frank Tong.
The Prosecution is calling for a four years custody during which she would undergo an intensive intervention programme. Defense lawyer Dave Lutz says no one wants to see someone so young just rot in jail without rehabilitation and the court wants to make sure she will buy into the programme.
The girl, who can't be identified, was described as being honest but extremely immature for 16 years of age. The court was told she began using drugs when she was only 9.
The Prosecution is calling for a four years custody during which she would undergo an intensive intervention programme. Defense lawyer Dave Lutz says no one wants to see someone so young just rot in jail without rehabilitation and the court wants to make sure she will buy into the programme.
The girl, who can't be identified, was described as being honest but extremely immature for 16 years of age. The court was told she began using drugs when she was only 9.
Today is the First Day of Spring
From coast to coast...this is the warmest winter on record since 1948. That stat today as we officially usher in the first day of spring. Temperatures are expected to reach 20 degrees today in Charlotte County. The long range forecast is calling for mild temps to continue.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Calais Regional Medical Services Selected For Grant
Calais Regional Medical Services a department of Calais Regional Hospital, was selected to take part in a grant to assist physicians and patients with asthma treatment and control.
CRMS readily joined forces with Medical Care Development of Augusta in their application for a grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute that will enable the physician offices to put into practice proven evidence-based methods for asthma care and control.
This project was one of thirteen nationwide selected for grant funding.
CRMS has 4000 patients in the practice ranging in age from newborn to 104. Of those patients in the practice about 10% have a diagnosis of asthma.
The grant will fund Maine's Asthma Practice Improvement Project whose goal is to improve the care of those with asthma by working with rural medical practices in a learning collaborative model.
Maine has some of the highest rates of asthma in the country, and Calais is reported to have the highest rates of emergency room visits for asthma in Maine.
Calais Regional Medical Services joined Medical Care Development (MCD) of Augusta in their application for a grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Coordinating efforts for this grant are (l to r) Elizabeth Foley, Clinical Improvement Specialist with MCD; Andrea Driscoll, CRH Quality Management Director and Cammi Deschene, CRH Director of Practice Management.
CRMS readily joined forces with Medical Care Development of Augusta in their application for a grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute that will enable the physician offices to put into practice proven evidence-based methods for asthma care and control.
This project was one of thirteen nationwide selected for grant funding.
CRMS has 4000 patients in the practice ranging in age from newborn to 104. Of those patients in the practice about 10% have a diagnosis of asthma.
The grant will fund Maine's Asthma Practice Improvement Project whose goal is to improve the care of those with asthma by working with rural medical practices in a learning collaborative model.
Maine has some of the highest rates of asthma in the country, and Calais is reported to have the highest rates of emergency room visits for asthma in Maine.
Calais Regional Medical Services joined Medical Care Development (MCD) of Augusta in their application for a grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Coordinating efforts for this grant are (l to r) Elizabeth Foley, Clinical Improvement Specialist with MCD; Andrea Driscoll, CRH Quality Management Director and Cammi Deschene, CRH Director of Practice Management.
Liberal Candidate Annabelle Juneau questions Tory MLA on budget vote
Newly nominated Liberal candidate Annabelle Juneau is wondering why Conservative MLA Tony Huntjens voted against the 2010-11 provincial budget last Wednesday.
Juneau wants answers to why Mr. Huntjens voted against funding for the twinning of Route 1,a dialysis machine at the Charlotte County hospital, funding for the new DOT facility in St. Stephen,and three nursing homes in the area, along with funding for the St. Andrews community college and major road work in St. Stephen.
David Alward’s Conservatives have repeatedly claimed that the Liberal government is spending $1 billion too much in its 2010-11 budget.
Juneau says It’s quite alarming that Mr. Alward claims he would make such a drastic cut without providing any details on which services he would slash or gut.
Twenty-nine Liberals voted in favour of its passage, while nineteen Conservatives voted against. David Alward was not present for the vote.
Juneau wants answers to why Mr. Huntjens voted against funding for the twinning of Route 1,a dialysis machine at the Charlotte County hospital, funding for the new DOT facility in St. Stephen,and three nursing homes in the area, along with funding for the St. Andrews community college and major road work in St. Stephen.
David Alward’s Conservatives have repeatedly claimed that the Liberal government is spending $1 billion too much in its 2010-11 budget.
Juneau says It’s quite alarming that Mr. Alward claims he would make such a drastic cut without providing any details on which services he would slash or gut.
Twenty-nine Liberals voted in favour of its passage, while nineteen Conservatives voted against. David Alward was not present for the vote.
Muder Suicide confirmed in death of elderly Saint-André N.B.
District 10 RCMP and The RCMP Major Crime North have concluded that the death of an elderly couple found in their home was the result of a murder-suicide.
The autopsies revealed that 70-year-old Vernon Michaud and 70-year-old Rita Michaud died as the result of gunshot wounds. The police investigation shows that Vernon Michaud shot his wife, Rita Michaud, and then turned the gun on himself.
The autopsies revealed that 70-year-old Vernon Michaud and 70-year-old Rita Michaud died as the result of gunshot wounds. The police investigation shows that Vernon Michaud shot his wife, Rita Michaud, and then turned the gun on himself.
First Biennial Industry Achievement Awards Presented to a Blacks Harbour Man
Delma Doucette of Black's Harbour on the receiving end of the award Biennial Industry Achievement Award ... DOUCETTE recieved bronze As part of the 2010 edition of the Fish Canada/Workboat Canada Exposition in Moncton show.
The awards were presented at the Industry Reception at the Delta Thursday night in front of a crowd of industry counterparts and dignitaries.
The winners have demonstrated to be individuals whom have contributed to the betterment of the industry, be it through volunteering or other outstanding contributions to their community and to the fishing industry.
Delma Doucette is captain of the Margaret Elizabeth, a 115-ft steel herring seiner out of Blacks Harbour. His named is spoken with near reverence in the Blacks Harbour area when people talk about the herring fishery. Delma is one of the very few independent herring seiner captains in New Brunswick. He took over from his father Vincent, also a captain of great renown in the region and now Delma is grooming his own son for later on when he retires.
The awards were presented at the Industry Reception at the Delta Thursday night in front of a crowd of industry counterparts and dignitaries.
The winners have demonstrated to be individuals whom have contributed to the betterment of the industry, be it through volunteering or other outstanding contributions to their community and to the fishing industry.
Delma Doucette is captain of the Margaret Elizabeth, a 115-ft steel herring seiner out of Blacks Harbour. His named is spoken with near reverence in the Blacks Harbour area when people talk about the herring fishery. Delma is one of the very few independent herring seiner captains in New Brunswick. He took over from his father Vincent, also a captain of great renown in the region and now Delma is grooming his own son for later on when he retires.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Fire at The St. Stephen Sports Center....
A fire at The St. Stephen Sports center yesterday could have been a lot worse... Owner Joey Moffatt says he not sure how the fire got started in the back of the building but customers have been in the store and notice the smoke out back but assumed in was the residents in the sub division burning grass... it wasn't till Cathy Moffatt noticed a haze inside the sports center before her husband went out to find the source only to find the back on the build already engulfed in flames. Offsite tells tide news they used 6 fire refinisher to deter the fire from spreading more until the St. Stephen and Moores Mills fire department were on hand. The Oak Bay fire Department was on stand by and fire fighters put out the flames. Offsite says he's lucky it could have been a lot worse. An Attendant at The St. Stephen Fire Department says the fire is no under investigation.
Gas Prices on the decrease in St. Stephen and Calais...
A small decrease this morning in the price of gas after the weekly setting. The maximum that can be charged for self serve regular is down to 104.6 a drop of just over a cent. and is being sold around town for 102.5.The maximum price for diesel also declined to 106.3. Furnace oil is at 90.3 a litre and propane has gone down by almost three cents a litre to stand at 107.4. Cross Border gas prices this morning is coming in at .80 Cents per litre Canadian.
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