Author Archives: Brad Perry

St. Stephen residents urged to conserve water
Residents in St. Stephen are being told to reduce their water usage until further notice. Officials said ongoing drought conditions have led to a water shortage in the community. "Utility staff have b...
Brad Perry Sep 10, 2025 Clint Budd / CC

Dozens of animals seized in northeastern N.B.
More than 60 animals have been seized from a home in northeastern New Brunswick. The New Brunswick SPCA said the seizure took place in Gloucester County on Aug. 14. A total of 58 dogs and seven cats w...
Brad Perry Sep 10, 2025 Dozens of animals were seized from a home in northeastern New Brunswick on Aug. 14, 2025. Image: Facebook/New Brunswick SPCA

NB Power review begins in-person engagement
Here is a chance to have your say as part of the comprehensive review of NB Power. In-person public engagement sessions begin this week across southern New Brunswick. The first session will take place...
Brad Perry Sep 10, 2025 The NB Power head office in Fredericton. Image: Submitted/NB Power

Moncton hospital patients given priority for nursing home beds
Patients at Moncton's two hospitals waiting for nursing home placements are being given priority. The social development minister approved the temporary prioritization due to overcrowding, the provinc...
Brad Perry Sep 09, 2025 The Moncton Hospital. Image: Submitted/Horizon Health Network

2 arrested after man seriously hurt in Charlotte County crash
Mounties believe alcohol and cannabis were factors in a Charlotte County crash that left a man with serious injuries. Police said an SUV left Route 127 in Bocabec and landed on its roof at around 4:30...
Brad Perry Sep 09, 2025 Image: Submitted/New Brunswick RCMP

Fighting the good fight
Nova Scotia's Colin Deacon is bringing his experience as a founder to the Senate of Canada. He's fighting the good fight, pushing the Government of Canada to work smarter in support of innovation and ...
Allan Gates Sep 09, 2025

Where will encampments not be allowed in Saint John?
The City of Saint John has outlined areas of the community where tents, encampments and temporary shelters will not be allowed. The so-called Red Zones, which are part of the city's Housing for All St...
Brad Perry Sep 08, 2025 A map outlining areas where tents, encampments and temporary shelters will not be permitted in Saint John. Image: City of Saint John

Hot air balloon festival a success despite rain: organizers
Rain and gusty winds created challenges for this weekend's Atlantic Balloon Fiesta in Sussex. But organizers of the annual festival say they are still pleased with how things went this year. Alannah P...
Brad Perry Sep 08, 2025 Kyle Hinkson / Unsplash

Burn ban lifted across N.B.
Burning restrictions are being loosened across New Brunswick after a month-long burn ban. The ban was put in place across the province back on Aug. 6 due to extreme wildfire risks. As of Monday aftern...
Brad Perry Sep 08, 2025 Meisterphotos / Depositphotos.com

Expansion needed at Saint John francophone school: parents
Families at a Saint John francophone school are calling on the province to fast-track expansion plans. Centre scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain has been dealing with overcrowding for a number of years. The...
Brad Perry Sep 08, 2025 An open house at Centre scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain in Saint John on Sept. 4, 2025, to discuss the need for an expansion. Image: Submitted/Alain Fournier
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