Author Archives: Tara Clow

Hillsborough man wanted on arrest warrant
RCMP is asking for the public's help to locate a 42-year-old man wanted on an arrest warrant. Chad Bellemare of Hillsborough failed to appear in Moncton court in January to face six charges in connect...
Tara Clow Mar 29, 2023 Image: Tara Clow

Federal government caps alcohol tax after public outcry
The federal budget was a win for those who enjoy their beer, wine and spirits. What was expected to be the highest hike in the excise tax in 40 years, the beverage alcohol duty will only rise two perc...
Tara Clow Mar 29, 2023 Simon_sees / CC

Remains identified as N.B. woman missing since 2020
Human remains found in Saint-Andr, New Brunswick in 2022 have now been positively identified. RCMP say they are a 44-year-old woman who was reported missing in Grand Falls in July 2020. Her remains we...
Tara Clow Mar 28, 2023 Image: Tara Clow

Chamber awaits plans once winter shelters close
Businesses continue to be frustrated about homelessness and crime in Moncton's downtown. Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton CEO John Wishart says not much has changed since a plea was made back i...
Tara Clow Mar 28, 2023 John Wishart (91.9 The Bend Photo)

Survey finds travel insurance not a priority for Canadians
A survey by TD Insurance survey, conducted by Leger, reveals that most Canadians planning to travel don't intend to purchase travel insurance. Sixty-five percent of Canadians plan on taking a trip in ...
Tara Clow Mar 28, 2023 Ryan Dickey / CC

Over $2.2 million raised in annual United Way campaign
Individual and corporate donations once again raised millions of dollars in 2022 for the United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern New Brunswick. A total of $2,217,983.65 was announced yesterday ...
Tara Clow Mar 28, 2023 (Photo: Courtesy of United Way of Greater Moncton and Southern New Brunswick Facebook page)

Federal government to deliver 2023 budget today
Canadians will find out later today what the federal government has in store financially for the country. The federal budget for 2023 will be handed down this afternoon. Deputy Prime Minister and Mini...
Tara Clow Mar 28, 2023 (Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland (Photo: CPAC)

Liberal finance critic says provincial budget lacked vision
New Brunswick's Liberal finance critic reacted to the provincial budget, describing it as a missed opportunity. The member of the Official Opposition Ren Legacy says, "There's an influx of revenue com...
Tara Clow Mar 23, 2023 Ne(Photo: NB Legislature)

CUPE NB says budget lacked credibility and transparency
The provincial budget has left the innocent and most vulnerable members of society behind, according to the President of CUPE NB. "The government is massively underestimating its forecasted revenues t...
Tara Clow Mar 23, 2023 Stephen Drost is the president of CUPE New Brunswick. Image: Zoom video capture

Rising demand for mentors through Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Moncton
Youth on wait lists looking for a big brother or big sister have skyrocketed since the pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Moncton had around 70 children in need of a mentor,...
Tara Clow Mar 23, 2023 Nenad Stojkovic / CC
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