Author Archives: Brad Perry
Easter: What's open and closed in Charlotte County
The Easter long weekend is upon us, which means many workers will have some time off over the coming days. Malls, big-box stores and most grocery stores will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday...
Apr 17, 2025 Tim Mossholder / Unsplash
Easter: What's open and closed in Greater Saint John
The Easter long weekend is upon us, which means many workers will have some time off over the coming days. Malls, big-box stores and most grocery stores will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday...
Apr 17, 2025 Tim Mossholder / Unsplash
Arrest in Saint John drug trafficking investigation
One person has been arrested in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Saint John. The Saint John Police Force said the person was arrested without incident on Tuesday. Officers seized fe...
Apr 17, 2025 Items seized as part of a drug trafficking investigation in Saint John on April 15, 2025. Image: Submitted/Saint John Police Force
Man arrested after car stolen from Saint John drive-thru
A man has been arrested after allegedly stealing a vehicle from a drive-thru in east Saint John. Police said the incident happened in the McAllister Drive area at around 2 p.m. Wednesday. Investigator...
Apr 17, 2025 The Saint John Police Force headquarters. Image: Brad Perry
Man rescued after falling into Nerepis River
A fisherman has been rescued after falling into the Nerepis River in Welsford, according to fire officials. First responders were dispatched to a water rescue near the Quality Aggregates gravel pit sh...
Apr 17, 2025 First responders on the scene of a water rescue on the Nerepis River in Welsford on April 16, 2025. Image: Welsford Volunteer Fire Department
RCMP officer shot during standoff near Fredericton
An RCMP officer escaped serious injury after being shot in the head during a standoff near Fredericton. Police responded to an alleged assault at a residence in Kingsclear First Nation on Tuesday afte...
Apr 16, 2025 Several RCMP vehicles were struck by bullets during a standoff in Kingsclear First Nation on April 15, 2025. Image: Submitted/New Brunswick RCMP
New KRPF chief excited to take on role
The new chief of the Kennebecasis Regional Police Force is officially on the job. Mike Young took over the force's top role just over two weeks ago on March 24. He succeeds Steve Gourdeau, who retired...
Apr 16, 2025 Chief Mike Young of the Kennebecasis Regional Police Force makes a presentation to Quispamsis council on April 15, 2025. Image: Town of Quispamsis YouTube video capture
KV looks to launch summer daytime shuttle service
A new summer daytime shuttle service is planned for the Kennebecasis Valley. Rothesay council approved spending up to $62,500 during its monthly meeting this week. Councillors in Quispamsis are expect...
Apr 16, 2025 Rothesay Town Hall. Image: Staff photo
Tantramar Primary Health Care Centre expanding
All residents in the Tantramar area should have access to primary care services within the next year. Horizon Health says the family health team at the Tantramar Primary Health Care Centre is expandin...
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Wildfire season begins next week
New Brunswickers are encouraged to be prepared for wildfire season. The province has launched a new education program called FireSmart NB. It offers a number of tips to help lower the risk of wildfire...
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