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Remembering 16 victims of Humboldt Broncos bus crash
An official memorial service is being held at the Elgar Petersen Arena in Humboldt, Sask., one year after the fatal Broncos bus crash. The crash left 16 people dead, including two coaches, 10 players, an athletic therapist, statistician, radio announcer and bus driver.
N.B. shoppers spent $23M Dec. 23 last year, says Interac
Last minute holiday shopping? You're not alone. Interac says December 23 will be the busiest shopping day of the year for cardholders once again.
Quispamsis to amend noise bylaw after fireworks complaints
After receiving several noise complaints regarding fireworks, the town of Quispamsis is set to amend its noise bylaws at tonight's council meeting.
Lily beetle attacking potato crops, says Apohaqui gardener
Red Lily Beetles are known for their voracious appetite for lilies, but an Apohaqui gardener says they've now acquired a taste for her potato leaves.
Weak dollar has Canadians opting for domestic vacations
According to tourism officials, an increase in U.S. visitors, and the length of their stays, are expected this year due to the weak loonie. Adversely, more Canadians are opting to stay north of the border.
Saint John man sentenced for drug ring bust involving N.S., Quebec
James T. Mailman, 38, of Saint John, has been handed a 30-month prison sentence for his role in what police allege was a "major" drug trafficking network that stretched across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Quebec.
Otty Norwood, beloved teacher, returns to Saint John
The Lancaster Legion Hall was filled with former Beaconsfield Middle School students who, after more than 60 years, welcomed Otty Norwood upon his return to Saint John on Tuesday.
Saint John transgender woman fights to change birth certificate
Gloria Halverson's driver's licence displays an updated photo and legal name, but now, the Saint John resident - who is transgender - is fighting to change the indicated gender from M to F.
2 construction companies lose fight for $713K in extra costs
Brad Gould Trucking & Excavating Ltd. and Bird Construction Company will not be receiving compensation for the extra $713,000 they spent while building the foundation for the provincial law courts in Saint John.
Saint John owed $5.2M in unpaid water bills
In a report to council, nearly 1,900 overdue accounts collectively owe $5.2 million to the city of Saint John. Out of the hundreds of water shut-off notices sent out, about 80 per cent have now arranged some sort of payment.