Author Archives: Tara Clow

Burton man killed in N.B. crash
A 39-year-old man from Burton has died following a crash in Sheffield, New Brunswick. On March 22, RCMP say a vehicle crossed the centreline, left Route 105 and collided with a number of trees. The dr...
Tara Clow Mar 22, 2024 (Photo: Acadia Broadcasting)

CVMA turns to feds as Veterinarian shortage continues
The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association is calling on the federal government to recruit and train more foreign-trained veterinarians, as the industry struggles with a workforce shortage. "This sho...
Tara Clow Mar 22, 2024 VitalikRadko / Depositphotos.com

UPD: Spring storm on the way for Saturday and Sunday
An intense spring storm, could bring a dumping of snow to parts of the province on Saturday and Sunday. Environment Canada Meteorologist Jill Maepea says the central and northern regions could get up ...
Tara Clow Mar 22, 2024

Special presentation at Resurgo Place for total solar eclipse
A special presentation for those wanting to learn more about the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8th. Dan McLaughlin of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada will be at Resurgo Place on Sunday, Mar...
Tara Clow Mar 22, 2024 BiblioArchives / LibraryArchives / CC

Rexton volunteer firefighters walk off job
The Rexton Volunteer Fire Department has stopped responding to emergency calls. They walked off the job at 7 pm Thursday. Acting Fire Chief Warren Goodwin says this stems from a budgetary dispute and ...
Tara Clow Mar 22, 2024 Image: Rexton Volunteer Fire Department Facebook page

Motorists pay more, as N.B. gas prices climb
A big jump for fuel prices this week. This comes with the weekly adjustment by the Energy and Utilities Board. The maximum cost for regular self-serve is up 9.3 cents a litre to almost $1.74. Diesel a...
Tara Clow Mar 22, 2024 Jacob Shwirtz / CC

UPD: Rexton volunteer firefighters threaten to walk if conditions aren't met
The Rexton Volunteer Fire Department says it is seeking respect from the Five Rivers village council and will walk away from their roles at 7 p.m. Thursday if they don't get it. Two volunteer fire dep...
Tara Clow Mar 21, 2024 Image: Rexton Volunteer Fire Department Facebook page

Legislation introduced for changes to Canada's electoral process
The federal government says proposed changes to Canada's Elections Act will encourage more people to vote. Democratic Institutions Minister Dominic LeBlanc says measures include adding two more advanc...
Tara Clow Mar 21, 2024 Liberal Minister Dominic Leblanc and NDP MP Daniel Blaikie Image: CPAC

Homeless staying longer at St. George Street shelter and warming centre
The Bridge To Home Shelter on St. George Street will officially close its doors on April 30. It has been operated by the John Howard Society and YMCA Reconnect since November 2023 and officially opene...
Tara Clow Mar 20, 2024 Courtesy Google Streetview

Ramadan recognized with sign at Moncton city hall
A sign has gone up in front of Moncton city hall, recognizing the holy month of Ramadan. The request for the acknowledgement came from the Muslim Association of Moncton. City councillors voted unanimo...
Tara Clow Mar 20, 2024 Image: Tara Clow
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