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A swimmer from Greater Moncton is in Toronto as Canada's best aquatic athletes compete for a spot on the Olympic team. The 2024 games will be held in Paris in July 2024. Will Franklin trains with the Codiac Vikings Aquatic Club based in Riverview, New Brunswick. "When I was younger, I was trying a bunch of differe...

A letter from a concerned resident over street hockey and by-laws prompted discussion amongst Riverview Town Councillors. "The resident had reached out to request that council potentially explore looking at making some changes to the traffic bylaw in relation to recreational use on streets," Mayor Andrew Lebl...

Police say an exploding transformer led to the lockdown of several schools in a west end Moncton neighbourhood on Wednesday. Staff Sgt. Thierry Malenfant said officers received reports of a suspicious explosion by Bessborough School around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Several residents took to social media reporting that they...

Motorcycle riders from around the world will come together this weekend to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men's mental health. It's called the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride. According to the website, it was originally founded in Sydney, Australia by Mark Hawwa. It was inspired by a photo of...

The Town of Salisbury has signed on to a pilot project tracking areas including traffic and weather. It's a part of the NB Power Smart Cities pilot program. Two cameras have been mounted on NB Power street light poles. The cost per camera is $150 per month. They are located in high-traffic areas and are used in consult...

Concerns from Moncton High parents over the addition of more portables. Over 1600 students are enrolled at the school, with a capacity of 1230. Parent School Support Committee member Susie MacDow says four portables are being added for a total of 16, "Primarily we're hitting a point where we're getting concerned a...

It's described as a story for anyone who was never destined to save the world. The Riverview High School Drama Club presents its production of 'Puffs' from Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 11. "It happens at a certain school of magic and magic, on the same timeline as the story of Harry Potter. It focuses on the ...

Mounties issued 118 tickets during a recent traffic enforcement operation in Greater Moncton. Police said nearly half of the violations issued during last Friday's operation involved speeding. Others included using a cell phone while driving, not wearing a seatbelt, not having a current inspection, and having an expire...

The number of passengers taking flights out of the Greater Moncton International Airport rose in 2023. More than 600, 000 passengers passed through the airport last year, an increase of 28 per cent over 2022. With the growing travel demand, the airport increased airport revenue by 31 per cent compared to the previous y...

The digital world and how it affects our youth is just one of the focuses of a mental health youth symposium to be held this week. Anglophone East Community Engagement Coordinator Heather Stordy says parents can learn more about online risks and how to keep our youth safe. Guest speakers will help youth to navigate the...

Greater Moncton's housing crisis is getting worse, according to one property developer. Bill Hennessey spoke to Moncton City Council on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton on Monday night. He says high property taxes are partly to blame for the lack of housing starts. "In 2023, 15, 717 people mov...

The addition of cameras in downtown Moncton has some residents taking note. Community Safety Director Conrad Landry says they were installed last year in areas including Victoria Park, St. George and Main Street. In 2023, Moncton City Council voted to spend around $90,000 for over 30 cameras. "We need to be clear,...

Moncton's Georges Dumont Hospital now has a new surgical robot. It's thanks to more than $7 million raised by the CHU Dumont Foundation through its Driving Surgery Forward campaign. That money has also helped the hospital digitize nine operating rooms. Officials say more than 350 patients have benefited from this techn...

A homeless woman has created a site to honour those who have died on Greater Moncton streets. Sabrina Robichaud has been homeless on and off for 10 years, due to not being able to find affordable housing. She says after losing three friends last month, they needed a place to go to mourn. "A lot of us weren't able ...

The City of Dieppe is creating a new master plan for parks and green spaces. It is looking for the public's input. With the growth, the city wants to continue its path to building a green and sustainable city. Residents can fill out a survey that asks about outdoor space needs. It is available until May 20.

The Town of Shediac hopes to become the first net-zero community in Canada. Federal and provincial officials have announced more than $230,000 to help make that happen. "The residents of Shediac are proud to be at the forefront of the sustainable and ecological energy efforts," Mayor Roger Caissie said in a n...

Moncton Headstart is the only full-service early child and family intervention centre in Atlantic Canada. It was launched 50 years ago by Claudette Bradshaw and is being celebrated on May 24th. "She started something that endures to this day, it's a remarkable legacy," Executive Director Caroline Donelle say...

Donations, volunteers, and anyone with a bicycle are needed for the NB Ride Against Cancer event in June. It's a joint partnership between the CHU Dumont and Friends of The Moncton Hospital foundations. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help provide complimentary cancer support programs that will affect the quality of ...

Funding from the City of Moncton will allow for repairs and renovations at the House of Nazareth shelter on Albert Street. They'll receive $112, 500 for the grant years 2022, 2023, and 2024. That amount was approved at a Committee of the whole meeting of Moncton City Council this week. In response to past issues of org...

The reconstruction of Alexander Park in Moncton will force a closure over the next eight weeks. The work began yesterday on Reade Street. The walking path will be accessible now, but the playground and tennis court area will be closed. New features in the reconstruction include a seating and picnic area, and a rebuilt ...