Overnight parking ban declared in Moncton
The City of Moncton has declared an overnight winter parking ban. No on-street parking is allowed anywhere in the city between midnight Saturday night and 7 a.m. Sunday. This after a low pressure system brought more than 20 centimetres of snow to Greater Moncton.
Dec 21, 2024
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New store officially opens at former Cabela's location
A new home improvement business for Moncton. RONA Inc. officially opened its doors on Cabela Court on Thursday afternoon. Terraine Capital, who own RONA Atlantic says this helped to create more than 60 local jobs. Moncton is the fifth location in Atlantic Canada, with other locations in Halifax and Charlottetown. The M...
Dec 20, 2024
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Reduced hours for City of Moncton facilities for festive season
With the festive season almost upon us, the City of Moncton facilities will soon be operating on a holiday schedule. Here are some of the changes you'll want to take note of: City Hall will close at noon on December 24 and December 31. It is closed on December 25, 26 and January 1 Crossman Community Centre-Kay Arena w...
Dec 20, 2024
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Blood donor clinics to honour Riverview teen
New Brunswickers are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and donate. A blood donation drive is underway to honour Rebecca Schofield. The Riverview teen died in 2018 after a battle with brain cancer. During her fight, she inspired the #BeccaToldMeTo and encouraged random acts of kindness around the world. Canadian...
Dec 20, 2024
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What Salisbury's $7.9M budget means for residents in 2025
Salisbury Council has approved its 2025 budget, which includes a general operating budget of around $7.9 million. Residents can expect no changes in their property tax rate and the sewer budget will remain $400 per unit. Mayor Robert Campbell announced the 2025 budget during one of their recent council meetings. "...
Dec 19, 2024
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New Ward 1 Riverview councillor takes official oath
The newest Riverview town councillor has officially been sworn in. Richard Blackstock was acclaimed in a recent byelection for Ward 1. He took an oath before the town council this week. Mayor Andrew LeBlanc says he has been very involved in the community. "I think he is going to bring a lot to the table in terms o...
Dec 19, 2024
Last opportunity to visit Moncton's Aura market
Don't miss the last of three Aura night markets to be held in 2024. It'll be held Thursday night from 4 until 10 p.m. This is the first year for the winter event. Moncton Mayor Dawn Arnold says the Moncton Market on Westmorland Street has been transformed. "There are lights, there are musicians, there are films, t...
Dec 19, 2024
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Major drug ring busted in Toronto-Moncton operation
A major drug ring stretching from Toronto to Moncton has been dismantled, according to the Codiac RCMP. The investigation led to the seizure of 13 kilograms of cocaine, seven firearms, and over $200,000 in cash. Supt. Benoit Jolette mentioned the 0peration began in May and was a joint effort with the Toronto Police Ser...
Dec 18, 2024
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Salisbury pushing for better cell phone service
A lack of cell phone service in Salisbury has officials in the town taking action. The town has written letters to Rogers and Bell Aliant to ask what is being done. Mayor Robert Campbell told our newsroom the current situation in the community is unacceptable. "Our residents are paying for a product that essential...
Dec 18, 2024
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Enclosing TransAqua facility would cost $75M, assessment finds
Addressing odour issues at the TransAqua composting facility in Moncton could cost tens of millions of dollars. Council voted in February to insist that the commission enclose the north end site in a building or relocate it elsewhere. TransAqua and the city hired engineering and environmental consulting firm CBCL to ev...
Dec 17, 2024