Author Archives: Tara Clow
Drone technology to assist aquatic mammals at risk
New drone technology will assist in the detection of aquatic species at risk. The federal government is providing $855,000 under the Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR) for the pr...
May 30, 2024 A file photo of a North Atlantic right whale. Image: DFO/Dr. Andrew J. Wright
Warmer than usual temps for summer in Maritimes
A hot and humid summer in the Maritimes, especially during July and August. The Weather Network has released its summer outlook. Meteorologist Nicole Karkic says the heat could linger into early Septe...
May 30, 2024 NAT_Temp_SummerFX24 (CNW Group/Pelmorex Corp.)
Greater Moncton Dragon Boat Festival attracts record numbers
It's time for the dragon boats to take to the waters of Jones Lake in Moncton. Sixty-two teams will compete this year to support the Lions Sick Children's Fund and a charity of each team's choice. "Fo...
May 30, 2024 brianfagan / CC
Demand for Urban/Rural Rides services growing
Ten years ago, programs like Urban/Rural Rides were at risk of shutting down. They've come a long way since then. They're being given more life and are advancing with up to $2 million over four years ...
May 29, 2024 MATÍAS ALEJANDRO / Unsplash
Liberal MLA will not reoffer in N.B. election
Another MLA in the province will not run in the upcoming election. This time, it's the Liberal MLA for Dieppe-Memramcook. Richard Losier won for the first time in a byelection in 2023. In a letter on ...
May 29, 2024 Image: New Brunswick legislature
Small fire on Moncton Hospital roof
A quick response from all Moncton fire stations after a small fire on the roof of the Moncton Hospital was reported. Moncton Fire Platoon Chief Brian McDonald says they received a 911 call at around 1...
May 29, 2024 Image: submitted by Wade Perry
Man arrested for robbery in Saint John
A 27-year-old man is facing charges after a robbery on Lansdowne Avenue. Saint John Police say on Monday night, a 71-year-old man was pushed to the ground while leaving a business. During a struggle, ...
May 29, 2024 A Saint John Police Force cruiser is pictured in this file photo. Image: Aaron Sousa
FDA surprised by donation of electric van from CAA Atlantic
An unexpected donation for the Food Depot Alimentaire. They received an electric delivery van from CAA. "We got a call from CAA Atlantic a few months ago who said they were interested in donating a va...
May 29, 2024 Image: From CAA Atlantic Facebook page
Tenth anniversary of tragic RCMP shootings on June 4
A small intimate gathering will be held on the tenth anniversary of the tragic RCMP shootings in Moncton. RCMP Staff Sergeant Matthew White says it will be held at the memorial statues along the River...
May 28, 2024 Image: Stock photo of RCMP memorial (Acadia Broadcasting)
Webcam offers up close view of peregrine falcons
Peregrine falcons have visited a nesting box on the Assomption Place building in Moncton for around ten years. Nature Moncton has been following a pair of birds of prey that visit each year to breed. ...
May 28, 2024 Image: Magnetic Hill Zoo and Nature Moncton webcam