Author Archives: Brad Perry
Asteroid named after 3 N.B. amateur astronomers
Three amateur astronomers from New Brunswick are getting some out-of-this-world recognition. Mike Powell, Paul Owen and Chris Curwin now have an asteroid designated in their name. MIPACH, which combin...
Nov 15, 2023 From left to right: Paul Owen, Chris Curwin and Mike Powell. Image: Facebook/Astronomy by the Bay
Codiac Transpo changes begin Sunday
You will soon see some changes if you take the bus in Greater Moncton. Codiac Transpo is implementing several service enhancements starting Sunday, Nov. 19. Extra morning and afternoon trips are being...
Nov 15, 2023 A Codiac Transpo bus. Image: Tara Clow
New nursing home coming to Moncton
A new 60-bed nursing home is coming to Moncton, the province announced Wednesday. The new nursing home, set to open in the fall of 2025, will be built by for-profit corporation Shannex. Officials said...
Nov 15, 2023 Georg Arthur Pflueger / Unsplash
Cruise numbers continue to rebound in Saint John
Port Saint John has wrapped up what it describes as another strong year for cruise ships. A total of 74 cruise ship visits brought more than 172,000 passengers this season, which ended Nov. 7. Natalie...
Nov 15, 2023 Holland America's Zaandam cruise ship in Saint John on July 24, 2023. Image: Brad Perry
Man charged after weekend shooting in Sussex
A man is now facing charges after a weekend shooting in Sussex led to an emergency alert. Police responded to a report of a shooting at a business on Main Street around 1 a.m. Saturday. "While on the ...
Nov 15, 2023 Image: Facebook/Royal Canadian Mounted Police
More investments needed in education, say teachers
New Brunswick teachers are calling on the province to address issues and "critical gaps" in the education system. The New Brunswick Teachers' Association launched a new campaign on Tuesday called "Ref...
Nov 15, 2023 Peter Lagacy is the president of the New Brunswick Teachers' Association. Image: Submitted/New Brunswick Teachers' Association
'A Small City with a Big Heart': Saint John unveils new brand
"A Small City with a Big Heart" has been unveiled as the new brand for Saint John. City staff announced the refreshed brand - with a tagline shortened to "Small City, Big Heart" - during Tuesday's cou...
Nov 15, 2023 The new "Small City, Big Heart" brand on display on the elevator at Saint John City Hall. Image: Brad Perry
Taco Bell opens Saint John's first stand-alone location
West Saint John residents have a new place to grab a bite to eat. Taco Bell has opened its first stand-alone location in the city. It is located at 977 Fairville Boulevard, across the street from Sobe...
Nov 15, 2023 Jeswin Thomas / Unsplash
Man arrested after incidents near Gagetown
A 38-year-old man is facing charges following a series of incidents near Gagetown. Police say a man reportedly fired a gun at another person in Elm Hill on Oct. 21. The suspect, who was wanted on outs...
Nov 15, 2023 waferboard / CC
Pedestrian seriously injured in Saint John crash
A 63-year-old woman suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Saint John. Emergency crews were called to the incident on Union Street around 2:35 p.m. Tuesday. Police said a vehicle...
Nov 14, 2023 A Saint John Police Force car. Image: Brad Perry