New Brunswickers volunteer more than 50 million hours a year. They work 24,000 full-time jobs without pay for causes they care about.
National Volunteer Week pays tribute to these dedicated individuals who donate their time and energy toward helping others. Across Canada, about 12 million volunteers devote themselves to charitable work and non-profit organizations.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Missing Man feared drowned durning a fishing trip
No name is being released after a 23-year old man is missing and may have drowned during a fishing trip in Grand Bay Westfield.
RCMP was called to the Nerepis River this afternoon just after twelve o'clock to find an over-turned boat.
One of the men in the boat managed to swim to shore but the 23-year old is believed to have drowned.
Officers says the initial investigation shows neither man was wearing a life jacket.
RCMP was called to the Nerepis River this afternoon just after twelve o'clock to find an over-turned boat.
One of the men in the boat managed to swim to shore but the 23-year old is believed to have drowned.
Officers says the initial investigation shows neither man was wearing a life jacket.
Saint John Man guilty of attempted Murder
A Saint John man will be sentenced next month on three charges including attempted murder.
55-year old Adrienne Lepage had already pleaded guilty to charges of robbery and abduction.
The attempted murder charge was handed down this afternoon by Judge Henrick Tonning.
The charges stem from when the Barnwood Pub in Quispamsis was robbed in November of last year.
Sargeant Craig McDougall is head of major crime with Rothesay Regional Police and says this is one of the most serious crimes he has seen.
Judge Tonning called Lepage's actions cold and calculated.
He duct taped 22-year old Jessica Michaels hands and legs, threw her in the back of a van, drove her to a gravel pit in Lepreau, duct taped a bag over her head and left her.
Sentencing will take place in Hampton on May.27th.
(Adrienne Lepage Escorted From Hampton Court)
(Photo by Jim Hennessy)
55-year old Adrienne Lepage had already pleaded guilty to charges of robbery and abduction.
The attempted murder charge was handed down this afternoon by Judge Henrick Tonning.
The charges stem from when the Barnwood Pub in Quispamsis was robbed in November of last year.
Sargeant Craig McDougall is head of major crime with Rothesay Regional Police and says this is one of the most serious crimes he has seen.
Judge Tonning called Lepage's actions cold and calculated.
He duct taped 22-year old Jessica Michaels hands and legs, threw her in the back of a van, drove her to a gravel pit in Lepreau, duct taped a bag over her head and left her.
Sentencing will take place in Hampton on May.27th.
(Adrienne Lepage Escorted From Hampton Court)
(Photo by Jim Hennessy)
Prescribed Burn in Baring Maine
The Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge will conduct prescribed burns today and Saturday April 16 & 17.
Motorists on the Charlotte Road in Baring Maine will need to be aware.Warning signs will be posted to advise drivers of an hazardous conditions.
If people spot smoke within the Moosehorn Refuge and you're not sure it's the prescribed burn call the refuge's office at 454-7161. The speed limit on the Charlotte Road within the refuge area is posted at 45 miles-per-hour.
For more information on Fire Management on National Wildlife Refuges visit www.fws.gov/fire/
Motorists on the Charlotte Road in Baring Maine will need to be aware.Warning signs will be posted to advise drivers of an hazardous conditions.
If people spot smoke within the Moosehorn Refuge and you're not sure it's the prescribed burn call the refuge's office at 454-7161. The speed limit on the Charlotte Road within the refuge area is posted at 45 miles-per-hour.
For more information on Fire Management on National Wildlife Refuges visit www.fws.gov/fire/
Calais Regional Hospital Participates in Flags Across America for Donate Life Month
April is National Donate Life Month. To recognize the month, Calais Regional Hospital is participating in Flags Across America, a Donate Life America initiative.
A Donate Life flag will be on display at the hospital during the month of April to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of donors and recipients whose lives have been affected by organ, eye and tissue donation.
The Flags Across America initiative is meant to encourage the public to designate donation decisions by registering their wishes in their state donor registries.
Calais Regional Hospital is proud to support organ and tissue donation efforts. To register or learn more about organ and tissue donation visit www.donatelife.net or contact Barbara Clark, RN at Calais Regional Hospital at 454-7521.
A Donate Life flag will be on display at the hospital during the month of April to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of donors and recipients whose lives have been affected by organ, eye and tissue donation.
The Flags Across America initiative is meant to encourage the public to designate donation decisions by registering their wishes in their state donor registries.
Calais Regional Hospital is proud to support organ and tissue donation efforts. To register or learn more about organ and tissue donation visit www.donatelife.net or contact Barbara Clark, RN at Calais Regional Hospital at 454-7521.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
It's Paddlefest Time once again...
The 16th annual Paddlefest Music Festival will be held in Saint Andrews from Friday, May 7th until Sunday, May 9th. For the first time Paddlefest will be held in the town square.
Originally organized by Periwinkle Productions' Jamie Steel and passed down to local business owner Kevin Simmonds and music promoter/adventure recreation alumni Stacey MacLean.
Paddlefest continues to be a highlight in the small town, and its first true sign of spring.
Over the years Paddlefest a major attraction to people from across the province and beyond.
This year's event features a wide range of music, both from local performers and acts from across Canada, with a mixture of outdoor activities, a Saturday songwriters circle as well as a Farmer's Market.
Paddlefest corresponds with the yearly Town Wide Yard Sale as well.
For more information http://www.standrewspaddlefest.ca/
Originally organized by Periwinkle Productions' Jamie Steel and passed down to local business owner Kevin Simmonds and music promoter/adventure recreation alumni Stacey MacLean.
Paddlefest continues to be a highlight in the small town, and its first true sign of spring.
Over the years Paddlefest a major attraction to people from across the province and beyond.
This year's event features a wide range of music, both from local performers and acts from across Canada, with a mixture of outdoor activities, a Saturday songwriters circle as well as a Farmer's Market.
Paddlefest corresponds with the yearly Town Wide Yard Sale as well.
For more information http://www.standrewspaddlefest.ca/
Corporte Food Challenge to be held in June
The St Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a golf tournament at the St Stephen Golf Club to raise funds and food for the Food Bank on June 4th.
In addition to the Golf Tournament there will be a silent auction held on the 4th with bidding between 12pm-5pm. There will be a BBQ for golfers starting at 5pm and prizes will be awarded to all golfers who participate.
In the weeks leading up to the tournament there will be a Corporate Food Challenge which will have some St Stephen businesses competing against each other to see who can collect the most food to donate to the cause.
If you are interested in competing in the corporate challenge could you please contact Danielle Sullivan at 506.466.5055 or danielle.sullivan@cbdc.ca before April 28th. The challenge will run May 3 - 28.
In addition to the Golf Tournament there will be a silent auction held on the 4th with bidding between 12pm-5pm. There will be a BBQ for golfers starting at 5pm and prizes will be awarded to all golfers who participate.
In the weeks leading up to the tournament there will be a Corporate Food Challenge which will have some St Stephen businesses competing against each other to see who can collect the most food to donate to the cause.
If you are interested in competing in the corporate challenge could you please contact Danielle Sullivan at 506.466.5055 or danielle.sullivan@cbdc.ca before April 28th. The challenge will run May 3 - 28.
Governor Signs Order to Put Maine in Better Position to Access Federal Education Funds
Governor John E. Baldacci issued an Executive Order to put Maine in a better position to compete for a portion of the $4.3 billion in federal Race to the Top education funds.
The order directs the Commissioner of the Maine Department of Education to establish a stakeholder group to review potential models for evaluating teacher and principal performance, a critical requirement of the federal competitive grant program.
The federal standard for Race to the Top requires that school districts be able to use student achievement as one of a multiple of elements in teacher and principal evaluations.
Maine needs to have a process for developing the models well underway by June 1 to meet the application deadline of the federal government.
The order directs the Commissioner of the Maine Department of Education to establish a stakeholder group to review potential models for evaluating teacher and principal performance, a critical requirement of the federal competitive grant program.
The federal standard for Race to the Top requires that school districts be able to use student achievement as one of a multiple of elements in teacher and principal evaluations.
Maine needs to have a process for developing the models well underway by June 1 to meet the application deadline of the federal government.
High School Students attend 17th annual Job Fest
Students from St. Stephen to Sussex are getting a chance to test their job-hunting skills as the 17th annual Job Fest today at the Saint John Trade and Convention Centre.
The Job Fest is an initiative of the Government of New Brunswick, J.D. Irving Ltd. and school districts 10, 8 and 6.
These presentations cover subjects such as how to write résumés and cover letters; and how to participate in job interviews effectively.
The Job Fest is an initiative of the Government of New Brunswick, J.D. Irving Ltd. and school districts 10, 8 and 6.
These presentations cover subjects such as how to write résumés and cover letters; and how to participate in job interviews effectively.
Law Week
A new informative website is among the initiatives that will help mark Law Day, today in the province. Law Week events will be held in New Brunswick from April 11 to 17.
To celebrate Law Day and promote access to a range of public law-information services at http://www.familylawnb.ca/
To celebrate Law Day and promote access to a range of public law-information services at http://www.familylawnb.ca/
Man receives 1.3 million dollar fine for contraband tobacco
A Moncton man has been ordered to pay fines of $1,330,600 in connection with a major seizure of contraband tobacco.
Trevor Howie Dow was stopped in 2008 and caught with more than two million contraband tobacco cigarettes.
Trevor Howie Dow was stopped in 2008 and caught with more than two million contraband tobacco cigarettes.
Gas Prices Cheaper today....
The price of gas is cheaper this morning after the weekly setting. Self serve regular is down a couple of cents at 102 a litre. Diesel is also lower at 103.9. Furnace oil is listed at 91.7 and propane is 103.5 a litre.
Meanwhile cross border gas is selling for .81 cents and litre Canadian.
Meanwhile cross border gas is selling for .81 cents and litre Canadian.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Arrest Made in False Bomb Scare at SSHS
St Stephen RCMP have arrested a youth, under the age of 18 that admitted to making the false bomb threat that was received at the St Stephen High School on Monday. The youth was released on conditions and will be appearing in court at a later date..
RCMP Safety Presentation
The RCMP and St. George Elemantary Home and School have teamed up to offer a Parent Internet Safety Presentation.
This event will help Parents and children learn to protect themselves while on the internet.
The presentation is set for this Thursday at The St. George Elementary school at 6:30... All Parents and student of District ten are encourged to come.
This event will help Parents and children learn to protect themselves while on the internet.
The presentation is set for this Thursday at The St. George Elementary school at 6:30... All Parents and student of District ten are encourged to come.
Pink Shirt Day
We hear in the news often to much! Bullying... when will it stop.
Locals here in Charlotte County will be doing their part to raise awareness about bullying by wearing their Pink Shirts Today .You 'll see them at Scotia Bank, Just for Kids the Courier and the Boys and Girls club just to name a few.
School District Ten will be participating in Pink Shirt Day along with School Districts across the Province.
Local Business will also be doing their parts around the town to promote the awareness against bullying...
Reports confirm that bullying is starting at younger ages and is far more frequent and aggressive than ever before.
Make sure to send your pictures to the tide.ca of your groups do your part to curve bullying in our area!
For More information on Pink Shirt Day .... http://www.pinkshirtday.ca/
Locals here in Charlotte County will be doing their part to raise awareness about bullying by wearing their Pink Shirts Today .You 'll see them at Scotia Bank, Just for Kids the Courier and the Boys and Girls club just to name a few.
School District Ten will be participating in Pink Shirt Day along with School Districts across the Province.
Local Business will also be doing their parts around the town to promote the awareness against bullying...
Reports confirm that bullying is starting at younger ages and is far more frequent and aggressive than ever before.
Make sure to send your pictures to the tide.ca of your groups do your part to curve bullying in our area!
For More information on Pink Shirt Day .... http://www.pinkshirtday.ca/
Monday, April 12, 2010
Close Call For Senior In Hampton
This story will serve as a reminder that no matter where you live or whether your home, it never hurts to keep your doors locked. A 72-year old woman in Hampton got quite a scare yesterday when she walked into her living room and found two men standing there.
They told her they were there to ask about a vehicle she had for sale in her yard. They didn't wait for an answer, jumped into the green half ton pick-up they were driving and took off toward Norton. One man is described as 60-years old and wearing a plaid shirt and a black ball cap. The other man is 40-years old and was wearing an orange and white t-shirt.
They told her they were there to ask about a vehicle she had for sale in her yard. They didn't wait for an answer, jumped into the green half ton pick-up they were driving and took off toward Norton. One man is described as 60-years old and wearing a plaid shirt and a black ball cap. The other man is 40-years old and was wearing an orange and white t-shirt.
7Wonders Director Visits Bay
The Director of the New7Wonders Foundation will visit the Hopewell Rocks on Wednesday afternoon. This as the Bay of Fundy continues it's campaign to lock up the number one spot. He will meet with regional and national tourism representatives to discuss strategies and identify opportunities in this international campaign.
This is the first time the Organization has been to Canada since the Bay of Fundy was announced as a global finalist in the New7Wonders of Nature Campaign. The winner will be announced on November.11th.
This is the first time the Organization has been to Canada since the Bay of Fundy was announced as a global finalist in the New7Wonders of Nature Campaign. The winner will be announced on November.11th.
Portage Alantic hosts breakfast to share info for Drug Addiction youth ....
Officials from Portage Alantic held a community breakfast this morning in Saint Andrews to offer information for their Services ..Portage is a residential treatment center for youth between the Ages of 14 to 21 with serious substance abuse problems. Portage officials say that more funding is needed to help this program. Currently there are thirty six beds allotted for New Brunswick youth but as reps point out that's not nearly enough... Most young people have to be put on a waiting list. .. Portage is a non profit group but it takes about 140 per day per youth for this program.Tambrea Hicks the former Director of The St. Stephen Charlotte County Boys and girls club now omission coordinator for Portage says this program provides help and hope for the youth of the future. Portage Teaches adolescents understand their problems and teach them the skills they need for community living rather than escape thru drugs. The program runs about six months. For More Information http://www.portage.ca/
Friday, April 9, 2010
Earth Day Bar Road Saint Andrews
Following the success of last year’s Earth Day beach clean up at Indian Point, the Huntsman Marine Science Centre will once again be coordinating the clean up of a local beach in honour of Earth Day.
As Earth Day, which is April 22, falls on a Thursday this year, the event will take place on Saturday, April 17, at the Bar Road in St. Andrews.
The clean up will start at 9 a.m. and Huntsman will be providing the garbage bags and gloves.
Last year, around 50 people, from pre-schoolers to seniors, came out and collected a pick-up truck full of garbage from the beach.
For more information on this event, the first of 2010 at the Huntsman, please call 529-1200, or visit http://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/
As Earth Day, which is April 22, falls on a Thursday this year, the event will take place on Saturday, April 17, at the Bar Road in St. Andrews.
The clean up will start at 9 a.m. and Huntsman will be providing the garbage bags and gloves.
Last year, around 50 people, from pre-schoolers to seniors, came out and collected a pick-up truck full of garbage from the beach.
For more information on this event, the first of 2010 at the Huntsman, please call 529-1200, or visit http://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/
RCMP seek Public's help in St.Stephen
Local RCMP are asking for the public's help in finding out who spray painted random vehicles in St. Stephen on the evening of March 24th.
Targeted vehicles were parked on School, Queen and King Streets.
Anyone with information are asked to contact the St. Stephen RCMP Detachment at (506) 466-7030, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Targeted vehicles were parked on School, Queen and King Streets.
Anyone with information are asked to contact the St. Stephen RCMP Detachment at (506) 466-7030, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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