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Beaches in Charlo, Dalhousie closed to swimming | Liberals will maintain Crown wood allocations Tories gave to big companies | Crumbling Pointe-du-Chê​ne wharf gets a financial boost | Under boil order again, Alma finds need for water fix becoming urgent

Share via: Facebook Twitter Forward CBC New Brunswick View Online Preferences Unsubscribe Questions / Feedback Beaches in Charlo, Dalhousie closed to swimming Tue, 14 Aug 2018 17:42:03 EDT Beachgoers in Charlo and Dalhousie are waiting for the results of more water tests to see when they will be able to go swimming again. Liberals will maintain Crown wood allocations Tories gave to big companies Tue, 14 Aug 2018 12:09:53 EDT The governing Liberals plan to maintain the controversial timber allocations given to New Brunswick forestry companies by the previous Progressive Conservative government, Department of Energy and Resource Development Minister Rick Doucet announced Tuesday. Crumbling Pointe-du-Chê​ne wharf gets a financial boost Tue, 14 Aug 2018 16:31:43 EDT The federal and provincial governments say they'll spend some money to make urgent repairs to the crumbling structure in the eastern New Brunswick community. Under boil order again, Alma finds need for water fix becoming urgent Tue, 14 Aug 2018 13:32:01 EDT The Village of Alma is looking to develop a secondary source of municipal drinking water as a long-term fix for recurring turbidity problems during peak tourist season. Healing together: How Fredericton copes in aftermath of shootings Regimental funeral for fallen officers won't be open to the public, city says Federal legislation needed to declare housing a 'right,' says coalition 39-year-old woman dies in collision with dump truck in Bass River Hands and hearts: Fredericton joins together to remember 4 shooting victims Group works to establish permanent space for LGBTQ youth in Fredericton CBC New Brunswick You received this email at brothermike...@googlegroups.com because you opted-in. Modify your subscription preferences To unsubscribe only from CBC New Brunswick click here View this email in your browser here Canadian Broadcasting Corporation 250 Front St. W, Toronto, Ontario M5V 3G5, Canada For all other request and inquiries contact us here cbc.radio-canada.ca | cbc.ca | radio-canada.ca

                         

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Thousands expected at funeral for fallen Fredericton police officers | 2 more pot shop employees get discharges on drug charges laid after raids | Judge mulls lifting publication ban on details of deadly Fredericton shooting | Canada's police chiefs to study recent spike in gun violence

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Thousands expected at funeral for fallen Fredericton police officers Wed, 15 Aug 2018 15:48:41 EDT Thousands of emergency responders from across North America are expected to attend the regimental funeral Saturday for the two Fredericton police officers who were shot and killed in the line of duty last week, says deputy chief Martin Gaudet.

2 more pot shop employees get discharges on drug charges laid after raids Wed, 15 Aug 2018 17:21:27 EDT Two people charged after police raided King Canna, the unsanctioned marijuana dispensary in uptown Saint John, have pleaded guilty to possessing the drug for the purpose of trafficking.

Judge mulls lifting publication ban on details of deadly Fredericton shooting Wed, 15 Aug 2018 12:40:30 EDT A New Brunswick judge will issue a decision Friday on whether a court order prohibiting the publication of previously reported details about last week’s deadly shooting in Fredericton will remain in place.

Canada's police chiefs to study recent spike in gun violence Wed, 15 Aug 2018 15:45:59 EDT New president of police chiefs group says he's concerned about resurgence of lower-level street gangs that are becoming 'quite violent'

Tight lid on shooting probe creates anxiety and suspicion, says former journalist Beloved New Brunswick doctor leaves behind huge legacy Accused killer Matthew Raymond had a 'short fuse,' former co-worker says Feel the blend: nutritious snack-makers run on pedal power Célébrez: Festivities planned for Acadian national holiday Mary Pratt, famed Canadian painter, dead at 83

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Trio were canoeing in floodwater 'for fun,' says man on trial for break-in | Community members line up to pay respects to fallen Fredericton officers | 20 children on field trip suffer irritated eyes, but no cause found | 1 person dead at Fredericton wastewater plant

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Trio were canoeing in floodwater 'for fun,' says man on trial for break-in Thu, 16 Aug 2018 18:40:48 EDT One of the men accused of breaking into a Maugerville house surrounded by floodwater told RCMP they were out paddling that morning for fun and only paddled to the house after they tipped and needed dry socks.

Community members line up to pay respects to fallen Fredericton officers Thu, 16 Aug 2018 17:54:52 EDT Many took the opportunity Thursday to pay their respects to two Fredericton police officers killed in the line of duty last Friday.

20 children on field trip suffer irritated eyes, but no cause found Thu, 16 Aug 2018 16:18:36 EDT A field trip for 20 kids from a Riverview daycare took a bad turn Thursday when something mysterious got into their eyes.

1 person dead at Fredericton wastewater plant Thu, 16 Aug 2018 14:50:19 EDT One person has died in an incident at the Fredericton's wastewater treatment plant located on the city's north side.

Police round up 10 suspected johns in Moncton Company reneges on promise to refund fee for cancelled respiratory therapy exam Teen para-swimmer from Moncton breaks records, wins medals Dancing to a heartbeat: A visitor's guide to powwows 'He's helping you in heaven': Young woman remembers Const. Robb Costello 'Down to a skeleton crew': Sussex Corner loses mayor, councillor and 3 staff

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'A bond made by the badge': First responders arrive in Fredericton for funeral | Moncton seniors oppose proposed bus stop move | Saint John police respond to report of man pointing firearm at east side motel | Coroner's inquest called into death at Fredericton wastewater plant

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'A bond made by the badge': First responders arrive in Fredericton for funeral Fri, 17 Aug 2018 15:43:37 EDT First responders from across Canada are arriving in Fredericton for the regimental funerals of Constables Robb Costello and Sara Burns Saturday afternoon.

Moncton seniors oppose proposed bus stop move Fri, 17 Aug 2018 17:31:53 EDT Dozens of Peoples Park Tower residents attended a meeting to oppose changes to a Moncton bus route that would shift a stop farther from their apartment complex.

Saint John police respond to report of man pointing firearm at east side motel Fri, 17 Aug 2018 14:18:54 EDT Four people are in custody and "weapons" seized after Saint John police received a report of a man pointing a firearm at people in a motel room on the city's east side Friday.

Coroner's inquest called into death at Fredericton wastewater plant Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:48:14 EDT Province and city officials not releasing information about the incident at the wastewater treatment plant on Fredericton's north side on Thursday.

$37-million 'Cyber Park' building will house cybersecurity firms 11-year-old boy from Moncton missing for 4 days Judge lifts publication ban on details of deadly Fredericton shooting Citizen science: Water-testing blitz in Cape Tormentine area 36 Saudi Arabian students forced to leave University of New Brunswick 54-year-old man dies in Highway 1 crash at Pocologan

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Some seasonal workers could get up to 5 more weeks of EI under pilot program | 'A heart of gold': Teenager worker who died at wastewater plant remembered as caring | JDI, Crown reach deal to reduce 15 pollution charges against Saint John mill | Vote Compass: A political guide to the 2018 provincial election

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Some seasonal workers could get up to 5 more weeks of EI under pilot program Mon, 20 Aug 2018 18:24:08 EDT About 7,000 New Brunswickers working in seasonal industries could qualify for up to five more weeks of employment insurance under a $189-million pilot project announced by the federal Liberals on Monday.

'A heart of gold': Teenager worker who died at wastewater plant remembered as caring Mon, 20 Aug 2018 16:36:22 EDT A friend is remembering a young construction worker who died on the job in Fredericton last Thursday as "a caring and down to earth person."

JDI, Crown reach deal to reduce 15 pollution charges against Saint John mill Mon, 20 Aug 2018 12:20:01 EDT J.D. Irving Ltd. and the Crown have reached a resolution in a case that saw the company charged with 15 offences under the federal Fisheries Act related to alleged pollution from the pulp mill in west Saint John.

Vote Compass: A political guide to the 2018 provincial election Mon, 20 Aug 2018 05:00:00 EDT A new online tool is being introduced in New Brunswick for the first time to help voters determine what political parties their views align with.

Seasonal workers in 13 regions get additional 5 weeks of EI Elections NB launches ad campaign warning voters of fake election news Man rescued from 2nd-storey window as fire rips through Fredericton home Countdown to obsolescence: A look inside the Belledune coal-fired plant Ontario woman seeks home for 66-year-old Mary Pratt painting N.B. Liberals board campaign bus days before official campaign period begins

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Green Party campaign focuses on giving New Brunswickers service | Liberals promise status quo on fracking moratorium | Man testifies he was abused up to 15 times by former priest in 1970s | Liberal government turns deficit into $67M surplus heading into election

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Green Party campaign focuses on giving New Brunswickers service Tue, 21 Aug 2018 18:27:52 EDT As campaign season gets underway, the Green Party says it would restructure government to give New Brunswickers the services they need but often don't get.

Liberals promise status quo on fracking moratorium Tue, 21 Aug 2018 17:45:59 EDT Liberals promise to extend fracking moratorium at event at the Turtle Creek watershed, which supplies Greater Moncton's drinking water.

Man testifies he was abused up to 15 times by former priest in 1970s Tue, 21 Aug 2018 16:08:39 EDT The second indecent assault trial of Yvon Arsenault began Tuesday with testimony from the alleged victim, who said he was touched 10 to 15 times by the former priest.

Liberal government turns deficit into $67M surplus heading into election Tue, 21 Aug 2018 09:25:48 EDT New Brunswick's Liberal government injected a new dynamic into the looming provincial election campaign Tuesday with the release of audited statements showing a budget surplus in 2017-18.

Saint-Charles man charged after hit-and-run death of Brady Francis chooses trial Convicted spy released on parole less than halfway into sentence Irving Oil confirms deal signed to acquire Ireland-based Top Oil Provincial parties show Saint John colours at council meeting Police chiefs take closer look at spike in gun violence New Brunswick cannabis producer expands into Ontario

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'It wasn't me': Disgraced catholic priest denies touching boy in 1970s | Facebook aims to fight 'false news' during New Brunswick election | Brady Francis's community demands Mi'kmaq interpreter at hit-and-run trial | Second wind: Fredericton man plays in 55+ Games after double-lung transplant

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'It wasn't me': Disgraced catholic priest denies touching boy in 1970s Wed, 22 Aug 2018 18:28:18 EDT A former Moncton priest says he molested teenage boys during his time with the church, but the latest round of criminal accusations against him are completely untrue.

Facebook aims to fight 'false news' during New Brunswick election Wed, 22 Aug 2018 17:48:15 EDT Facebook Canada is taking several steps aimed at curbing instances of "false news" during the 2018 New Brunswick election.

Brady Francis's community demands Mi'kmaq interpreter at hit-and-run trial Wed, 22 Aug 2018 15:56:34 EDT Elsipogtog residents are demanding simultaneous Mi'kmaq translation during the trial of a man charged in the hit-and-run death of 22-year-old community member Brady Francis.

Second wind: Fredericton man plays in 55+ Games after double-lung transplant Wed, 22 Aug 2018 14:50:37 EDT About five years ago, 66-year-old David Roberts was told he had up to five years to live. Now he's playing hockey in the Canada 55+ Games

Moncton gives up on bike lanes after only 5 weeks Former MP's plea on election financing charges postponed 'Cannot go back': Co-workers help single father, son move after Fredericton shooting Fisheries officials violated labour code by not providing 'protective headgear' to whale rescuer who died Campbellton seeks financial relief from region to keep civic centre going Study of Appalachian mountain range hits the side of the road

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Saint John loses bid to block class action over alleged abuse by Kenneth Estabrooks | One-metre-deep pool for east end Moncton makes Liberal want to yank funding | Aging infrastructure could mean more sewage leaks, biologist says | Sulphur leak causes brief road closure in east Saint John

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Saint John loses bid to block class action over alleged abuse by Kenneth Estabrooks Thu, 23 Aug 2018 17:53:37 EDT The City of Saint John has lost another attempt to block a class-action lawsuit on behalf of adults who say they were sexually abused as minors by the late police officer Kenneth Estabrooks.

One-metre-deep pool for east end Moncton makes Liberal want to yank funding Thu, 23 Aug 2018 11:53:58 EDT A provincial cabinet minister running for re-election in Moncton is condemning plans to replace an old east end swimming pool with one that's only a metre deep.

Aging infrastructure could mean more sewage leaks, biologist says Thu, 23 Aug 2018 18:34:52 EDT Untreated sewage spills, like the recent spill into Shediac Bay, may become more common, according to a University of New Brunswick biologist.

Sulphur leak causes brief road closure in east Saint John Thu, 23 Aug 2018 17:26:29 EDT A small sulphur leak on a rail car caused the closure of a portion of Rothesay Avenue in east Saint John on Thursday afternoon.

'He was always remembered': Family attends WWI soldier's military burial in France Radio-Canada cancels French leaders' election debate Ex-Esgenoôpetitj chief Wilbur Dedam granted new trial on sex crimes NDP campaigning for workers' rights, $15 minimum wage Day 1 of the election: Where party leaders will be across the province Universities ready to roll with cannabis legalization

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Smoke from B.C. fires brings haze, reddish sun to New Brunswick | Fredericton fire crews respond to north side house fire | 'We are a community now': Tenants near shootings hold barbecue to thank helpers | Kennebecasis Valley constable named officer of the year by global group

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Smoke from B.C. fires brings haze, reddish sun to New Brunswick Fri, 24 Aug 2018 15:49:49 EDT Wildfire smoke has travelled more than 4,000 kilometres and laid a haze over New Brunswick skies, but there's no risk of poor air quality, Environment Canada says.

Fredericton fire crews respond to north side house fire Fri, 24 Aug 2018 18:30:00 EDT Fire crews responded to a house fire call on Barker Street on the city's north end

'We are a community now': Tenants near shootings hold barbecue to thank helpers Fri, 24 Aug 2018 14:49:45 EDT Residents at 237 Brookside Dr. in Fredericton will hold a barbecue on Saturday to thank the community for its support after a gunman opened fire two weeks ago and killed four people.

Kennebecasis Valley constable named officer of the year by global group Fri, 24 Aug 2018 14:05:11 EDT Const. Kelley McIntyre was one of the first police officers on the scene after Tanya Shand was stabbed to death at her Rothesay home in 2013.

No rural hospital closures, Gallant promises as Day 2 of campaign wraps DFO says it couldn't have prevented whale rescuer Joe Howlett's death Somewhere secret in New Brunswick, a copper whale Moncton water bills estimated after batteries fail earlier than expected Richard Scott remembered for his contribution to the law community

Saint John loses bid to block class action over alleged abuse by Kenneth Estabrooks

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Moncton's east end pool may get a deep end yet after council motion | Moncton city council flip-flops on Mountain Road bike lanes | PC leader promises refund of carbon tax revenue to New Brunswickers | Woman killed in motorcycle-SUV collision in Shippagan

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Moncton's east end pool may get a deep end yet after council motion Mon, 27 Aug 2018 18:03:34 EDT Moncton councillors directed city staff to look at the feasibility of changing construction plans for the new east end pool even as work gets underway on the $2.3-million project.

Moncton city council flip-flops on Mountain Road bike lanes Mon, 27 Aug 2018 17:45:40 EDT Moncton city council voted Monday to keep bike lanes and a new centre lane on Mountain Road, reversing a decision made last week to undo the changes and restore four lanes of traffic.

PC leader promises refund of carbon tax revenue to New Brunswickers Mon, 27 Aug 2018 16:28:58 EDT Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs says he would refund New Brunswickers any carbon tax revenue if a legal challenge by several provinces failed to kill the federal plan.

Woman killed in motorcycle-SUV collision in Shippagan Mon, 27 Aug 2018 17:15:26 EDT A collision involving two motorcycles and an SUV on the Acadian Peninsula over the weekend has claimed the life of a 47-year-old woman and seriously injured a 48-year-old man, both from Haut-Shippagan.

Liberals approve first saliva screening roadside test for marijuana Riverview park to be named after teen known for her kindness campaign Fredericton shooting suspect expected to plead not guilty RCMP seek help locating Moncton mother and daughter missing for 11 days Spill from aging Maine pulp mill worries St. Croix conservationists One Moncton councillor says he was aware of east end pool depth

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With campaign in full swing, N.B. cities press for more power, revenue sharing | Wall along Fredericton's historic Officers' Square coming down | Pay equity promise not kept, Liberals admit | Tribal ReLeaf former employees plead not guilty

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With campaign in full swing, N.B. cities press for more power, revenue sharing Tue, 28 Aug 2018 16:52:57 EDT New Brunswick's eight cities are demanding a new deal with the province on powers and revenue sharing — including a healthy chunk from cannabis proceeds.

Wall along Fredericton's historic Officers' Square coming down Tue, 28 Aug 2018 17:53:05 EDT A fragile stone wall and ornamental fence at Officers' Square in downtown Fredericton will be taken down because of concerns about public safety, the city said Tuesday.

Pay equity promise not kept, Liberals admit Tue, 28 Aug 2018 12:37:52 EDT Liberal Leader Brian Gallant is acknowledging that his government hasn’t kept the promise it made on pay equity in the 2014 election campaign.

Tribal ReLeaf former employees plead not guilty Tue, 28 Aug 2018 15:10:34 EDT Gerald Bear and Marie Sappier-Bear pleaded not guilty Tuesday to five charges related to a raid last fall on the Tribal ReLeaf marijuana dispensary in Tobique First Nation.

ER wait times got you down? There could be an app for that PC leader spends 2nd day campaigning against 'job killing' carbon tax Follow the leaders: Tuesday marks Day 6 of election campaign Fredericton benefit concert promises packed Canadian lineup Fredericton considers measures to better contend with devastating floods 'It gives me a good feeling': Free haircuts at Saint John library go a long way

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Saint John and Edmundston initially left out of power rate freeze | Tories pledge to expand new jobs tax-credit program for small, medium businesses | EMO shows off roadside nuclear decontamination centre | CBC New Brunswick prepares for 90-minute election debate

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Saint John and Edmundston initially left out of power rate freeze Wed, 29 Aug 2018 17:07:49 EDT New Brunswick Liberals scrambled to fix a major campaign promise to freeze power rates for residential and some commercial customers Tuesday after the initial announcement appeared to leave residents of Saint John and Edmundston out of the plan.

Tories pledge to expand new jobs tax-credit program for small, medium businesses Wed, 29 Aug 2018 16:59:57 EDT Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs is promising to provide a tax credit to existing small and medium-sized New Brunswick businesses for every new job they create for recent graduates.

EMO shows off roadside nuclear decontamination centre Wed, 29 Aug 2018 16:42:42 EDT Expect to leave your car and — maybe — your pets behind if radiation is ever released at the Point Lepreau nuclear power plant.

CBC New Brunswick prepares for 90-minute election debate Wed, 29 Aug 2018 16:01:19 EDT All five political parties have been invited to CBC New Brunswick's English leaders' debate next month.

Dead North Atlantic right whale located off U.S. coast Liberals promise 4-year freeze on NB Power rates for homeowners, small businesses Election Day 7: Business, health and labour-related announcements expected Liberals recycle nursing home campaign pledge they made and broke a decade ago Mi'kmaw woman seeks to charge Canada with theft for seizing fishing gear 100 years after his death, Hopewell Cape soldier's personal effects sent back home

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The 506er, your daily election newsletter, debuts | Wage waffle: Competing Liberal claims on income growth undermine power freeze argument | Saint John teen becomes international boxing champion | Carbon tax debate puts Brian Gallant on defensive

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The 506er, your daily election newsletter, debuts Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:00:00 EDT The 2018 New Brunswick election is in full swing, and we want to deliver the latest news from the campaign trail with a daily newsletter.

Wage waffle: Competing Liberal claims on income growth undermine power freeze argument Thu, 30 Aug 2018 17:44:44 EDT New Brunswick Liberal Leader Brian Gallant is standing by his claim that power rates in New Brunswick need to be frozen because they have been rising faster than many people's income, despite competing government claims wages in the province have been growing significantly.

Saint John teen becomes international boxing champion Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:15:57 EDT Charlie Cavanagh, 18, just won gold in her weight category at the youth world championship in Budapest.

Carbon tax debate puts Brian Gallant on defensive Thu, 30 Aug 2018 16:46:55 EDT Liberal Leader Brian Gallant is acknowledging that a recent carbon-tax commitment by his main election opponent is forcing him to re-explain the complex details of his own policy on climate change.

Greater Moncton's detox centre closed for repairs Moncton's east end pool will be deeper — for $62,000 1 person dead after fire erupts at motel near Woodstock St. Pat's Family Centre could reopen as early as October Moncton man gets 5 years in prison for stabbing death of Rodney Perry Early morning blaze damages Trites Family Sugar Bush in Moncton

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Liberal candidate noticeably absent from all-candidates debate | We know (sort of) where the parties stand on privatized health care, but what are voters saying? | RCMP not ready to release name of person killed in motel fire | PCs promise new taxation powers for municipalities

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Liberal candidate noticeably absent from all-candidates debate Fri, 31 Aug 2018 18:41:10 EDT During opening remarks at the all candidates debate at the Pointe-du-Chêne Community Centre on Thursday evening, Liberal candidate for Shediac-Beaubassin-Cap-Pelé Jacques LeBlanc was booed by the crowded hall because he was not there.

We know (sort of) where the parties stand on privatized health care, but what are voters saying? Fri, 31 Aug 2018 18:16:08 EDT The Tories appease city mayors, the Liberals promise to hire more docs and the Greens and NDP make major policy announcements plus much more in Friday's 506er.

RCMP not ready to release name of person killed in motel fire Fri, 31 Aug 2018 17:15:39 EDT RCMP say they are not ready to name the victim of the fatal fire Thursday at a motel outside Woodstock, but a local fire chief says it was someone from the area.

PCs promise new taxation powers for municipalities Fri, 31 Aug 2018 15:05:27 EDT A Progressive Conservative government would hand over new taxation powers to municipalities to give them a greater role in the economy, party leader Blaine Higgs promised Friday.

Province's new nutrition policy leaves school fundraisers in lurch Bolt cutters, bear spray found in alleged housebreakers' canoe Election Day 9: Where party leaders will be and what announcements are expected Hello 428: New Brunswick's new area code has been assigned 16-year-old faces down emerald ash borer threat

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Codiac RCMP seek missing teenager, missing woman in separate cases | Woman, 49, dies following crash on Route 134 | First striped bass commercial fishery in 20 years goes ahead on Miramichi | Election Day 12: Liberals promise to improve labour laws, PCs pledge to reduce surgery wait times

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Codiac RCMP seek missing teenager, missing woman in separate cases Mon, 3 Sep 2018 16:48:54 EDT Police are asking the public to help find a missing 15-year-old boy and 34-year-old woman in unrelated missing persons cases in Moncton.

Woman, 49, dies following crash on Route 134 Mon, 3 Sep 2018 12:15:44 EDT A Saint John woman died after a head-on collision Sunday in Aldouane.

First striped bass commercial fishery in 20 years goes ahead on Miramichi Mon, 3 Sep 2018 07:00:00 EDT Eel Ground First Nation has struck the first striped bass commercial fishery deal in the Miramichi River since 1996.

Election Day 12: Liberals promise to improve labour laws, PCs pledge to reduce surgery wait times Mon, 3 Sep 2018 04:00:00 EDT All of New Brunswick's party leaders spent Labour Day on the campaign trail, talking about issues ranging from job creation to health care reform to a $15 minimum wage.

Too many jobs, not enough graduates says Teachers' Association Cannabis use on campus could curb binge drinking, says psychologist UNB women's hockey holds first training camp in a decade Restigouche minor hockey may take hit with new Campbellton user fee Fire in Riverview displaces four adults, toddler Election Day 11: Quiet day as 3 party leaders stay off campaign trail

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Video surfaces of alleged Fredericton shooter | Today's newsletter: Small business help, free tuition and more female candidates | New Brunswick election candidates miss the gender parity mark | Gallant Liberals pitch expanded university tuition programs

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Video surfaces of alleged Fredericton shooter Tue, 4 Sep 2018 18:38:33 EDT Fredericton blogger Charles LeBlanc knew Raymond only as “Matt” and did not realize he had recorded him him last year until a few days ago.

Today's newsletter: Small business help, free tuition and more female candidates Tue, 4 Sep 2018 18:14:51 EDT The 2018 New Brunswick election is in full swing, and we want to deliver the latest news from the campaign trail with a weekday newsletter.

New Brunswick election candidates miss the gender parity mark Tue, 4 Sep 2018 17:28:25 EDT ​The nomination deadline has officially passed, and New Brunswick is seeing its most diverse list of candidates this provincial election.

Gallant Liberals pitch expanded university tuition programs Tue, 4 Sep 2018 15:27:01 EDT Brian Gallant promised a re-elected Liberal government would expand the free university tuition program by raising the maximum family income to qualify from $60,000 to $70,000.

3 grades, 2 teachers, 1 room: Magnetic Hill School tests combined classroom Election Day 13: Greens roll out economy plan, with focus on local Missing Moncton teen found safe and sound Riding spotlight: Why Saint John Harbour is one to watch 19-year-old dies after car crash over long weekend Another fire at former Kingsclear reformatory

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Voter survey suggests desire to improve abortion access, but what does that look like? | 2 parties promise to eliminate student loan interest — with identical catch | Man dies in Cumberland Bay car fire | Election Day 14: Higgs makes youth mental-health commitment

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Voter survey suggests desire to improve abortion access, but what does that look like? Wed, 5 Sep 2018 18:25:48 EDT New Brunswickers want to see improved to access abortion services in the province, a CBC News survey of more than 6,500 respondents suggests.

2 parties promise to eliminate student loan interest — with identical catch Wed, 5 Sep 2018 16:07:23 EDT The Liberal and New Democratic parties made identical promises Monday to abolish student-loan interest.

Man dies in Cumberland Bay car fire Wed, 5 Sep 2018 14:37:19 EDT Dyllin Fearn died in a car fire outside his father's house in Cumberland Bay, about 90 kilometres east of Fredericton on Grand Lake. His family remembers him as an "easygoing kid" with a love for trucks and music.

Election Day 14: Higgs makes youth mental-health commitment Wed, 5 Sep 2018 06:00:00 EDT Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs promised Wednesday he would hire 20 new private-sector psychologists to cut down on the time students have to wait for mental-health services.

Red, gelatinous mass baffles Moncton family fishing near Doaktown School nutrition policy won't immediately affect fundraisers, special events Call us when you find used needles on public property: Moncton Fredericton medical society grills parties on billing numbers and wait times Non-native genes create more trouble for endangered Atlantic salmon NB Power faces poorest first quarter in 3 years

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Can government spending help the economy? Here's what you told us | PC literacy pledge vague but promising, says advocate | Carbon tax scenarios | Cancer patients may have received less-than-prescribed chemo, says Horizon Health

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Can government spending help the economy? Here's what you told us Thu, 6 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EDT

The 2018 New Brunswick election is in full swing, and we want to deliver the latest news from the campaign trail with a weekday newsletter.

PC literacy pledge vague but promising, says advocate Thu, 6 Sep 2018 17:55:22 EDT A literacy advocate says a Progressive Conservative pledge to focus on literacy is vague, but the effort is welcome in a province where one in five people reads at a below-average level.

Carbon tax scenarios Thu, 6 Sep 2018 17:24:00 EDT The CBC's provincial affairs reporter, Jacques Poitras, breaks down the carbon tax scenarios for you. And whether you will pay more.

Cancer patients may have received less-than-prescribed chemo, says Horizon Health Thu, 6 Sep 2018 17:00:00 EDT Almost 250 Horizon Health patients may have been given less than the prescribed dosage of cancer drugs during their treatment.

Ice floe rider sentenced to time served for domestic abuse, break and enter, mischief Ex-Fredericton cop loses appeal of firing over alleged shoplifting Election Day 15: Leaders make home care, education, business announcements School vending void: Business owner stuck after province bars his 'healthy' foods 2 military members charged with sexual assault at Base Gagetown Ford recalls almost 340,000 F-150s in Canada for seatbelt fire risk

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Campaign hits halfway point with troublesome jobs report, health promises | New Brunswick Human Rights Commission updates guideline on sexual harassment | After season free of right whale deaths, DFO looks at economic impact of protection | Dismal job numbers throw wrench into Liberal campaign

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Campaign hits halfway point with troublesome jobs report, health promises Fri, 7 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EDT The New Brunswick provincial election passes the midway point. Here's your latest CBC election newsletter, The 506er.

New Brunswick Human Rights Commission updates guideline on sexual harassment Fri, 7 Sep 2018 18:14:54 EDT With sexual harassment one of the biggest topics of conversation nationally and internationally for the last two years, the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission has updated its guidelines on the topic.

After season free of right whale deaths, DFO looks at economic impact of protection Fri, 7 Sep 2018 15:32:18 EDT With the fishing season mostly over in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans said it is meeting with industry to look at whether protection measures should be changed for next season.

Dismal job numbers throw wrench into Liberal campaign Fri, 7 Sep 2018 15:15:28 EDT A disappointing job count by Statistics Canada in New Brunswick in August that shows three straight months of job losses has thrown a jolt of bad economic news into the province's election campaign with a little more than two weeks to go until voting day.

Moncton's Avenir Centre stands as memorial to architect who died of ALS Salmon group calls for probe into source of foreign fish in bay Liberals, PCs promise to give women breast density information New Brunswick loses 1,100 jobs in August, labour force report shows Norma Lee MacLeod hosts final 'Maritime Noon' before retiring from CBC News Election Day 16: Where the leaders are headed on Friday

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Get ready, it's debate week — and other news from the campaign | Election day 19: Liberals promise 'superclusters' | Green Party leader gets top marks from Vote Compass participants | Stamp honouring paramedics unveiled in Fredericton

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Get ready, it's debate week — and other news from the campaign Mon, 10 Sep 2018 18:44:26 EDT Two weeks to go until votes are cast and two more days until five party leaders head to Riverview for the first debate of the New Brunswick provincial election.

Election day 19: Liberals promise 'superclusters' Mon, 10 Sep 2018 06:00:00 EDT Liberal Party Leader Brian Gallant promised Monday to open up the New Brunswick economy to the private sector even more, with a commitment to creating three "supercluster" industries if his party's re-elected.

Green Party leader gets top marks from Vote Compass participants Mon, 10 Sep 2018 17:47:30 EDT New Brunswick’s Green Party leader came out on top when Vote Compass participants rated five of the province’s political party leaders.

Stamp honouring paramedics unveiled in Fredericton Mon, 10 Sep 2018 18:29:57 EDT The stamp, which is the first in a series of five commemorating first responders, shows ground and air paramedics treating a woman.

Arson charges pending after car fire near UNB pub Fredericton South: What civil servants and students have in common Whale watchers mourn juvenile minke in Campobello Evan Polchies's sentencing on manslaughter delayed Plastic bags of flyers sully Saint John, residents say End of an era: Moncton's only LGBTQ bar closes after 23 years

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New polling data, platforms and a call to avoid splitting the vote | Tiger woodpile dominates in Pennfield | Day 20: Progressive Conservatives, People's Alliance release platforms | PCs pledge to erase deficit in 2 years — without cuts to health or education

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New polling data, platforms and a call to avoid splitting the vote Tue, 11 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EDT The 506er brings you the latest on Day 20 of the provincial election, including new Poll Tracker data and a look at two candidates from separate parties and ridings with remarkably similar messages.

Tiger woodpile dominates in Pennfield Tue, 11 Sep 2018 16:11:55 EDT Last year, Brian Golding created a giant fish out of his woodpile. This year, in an effort to up his game, he has created something a little more ferocious: a wooden tiger.

Day 20: Progressive Conservatives, People's Alliance release platforms Tue, 11 Sep 2018 07:00:00 EDT On the eve of the CBC Leaders Debate, the leaders of the five main parties all had a full day of campaigning and announcing.

PCs pledge to erase deficit in 2 years — without cuts to health or education Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:18:40 EDT Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs says he can eliminate the province's budget deficit two years from now without cutting health or education.

Minister's Facebook post about Moncton school incenses parents Richibucto lobster-shell processor explores new way to eliminate smell Former daycare owner found guilty of assaulting children Vague 2014 promise helps Liberals claim job-creation success, despite little growth Attention music lovers: Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival starts Tuesday Inside the shifting political tides of Fundy-The Isles-Saint John West

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Party leaders square off at first campaign debate | Former director drops wrongful dismissal lawsuit against Cherry Brook Zoo | Gallant promises to legislate pay equity in private sector | Harvest Festival will pay tribute to slain Fredericton police officer Sara Burns

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Party leaders square off at first campaign debate Wed, 12 Sep 2018 06:30:00 EDT Liberals and Progressive Conservative leaders bear the brunt of criticism as the heads of five parties debate rural, environmental, health and language issues.

Former director drops wrongful dismissal lawsuit against Cherry Brook Zoo Wed, 12 Sep 2018 18:12:34 EDT Former Cherry Brook Zoo director Leonard Collrin is no longer suing the zoo's board of trustees for wrongful dismissal.

Gallant promises to legislate pay equity in private sector Wed, 12 Sep 2018 17:35:28 EDT Liberal Party Leader Brian Gallant is doubling up on a pay equity promise he’s previously broken.

Harvest Festival will pay tribute to slain Fredericton police officer Sara Burns Wed, 12 Sep 2018 18:00:24 EDT The Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival has announced plans to help raise funds to honour the memory of slain police officer Sara Burns, as well as Const. Robb Costello and civilians Donnie Robichaud and Bobbi Lee Wright.

Teen charged with 1st-degree murder in death of 17-year-old girl near Woodstock Judge gives flood 'vulture' 15-month jail sentence Dominic LeBlanc found in conflict of interest over lucrative fishing licence 45-year-old man from Bouctouche arrested in fatal Highway 11 hit-and-run crash New details on child deaths offer more questions than answers European cheese slow to arrive in Canada despite trade deal

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At least 23 confirmed cases of salmonella illness from raw chicken in N.B. | 3 cancelled ambulance pickups leaves family of 87-year-old worried about her care | Gallant says he never offered PC leader a job with the Liberal Party | Party leaders offer few solutions to improve child protection during debate

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At least 23 confirmed cases of salmonella illness from raw chicken in N.B. Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:39:37 EDT The Public Health Agency of Canada has confirmed that 419 cases of salmonella cases are confirmed and 23 of those are in New Brunswick.

3 cancelled ambulance pickups leaves family of 87-year-old worried about her care Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:06:41 EDT For more than three months Stuart Lyon’s mother has been waiting to see a specialist at the Moncton Hospital. She’s had three appointments come and go while waiting for Ambulance New Brunswick to pick her.

Gallant says he never offered PC leader a job with the Liberal Party Thu, 13 Sep 2018 10:21:28 EDT Liberal Leader Brian Gallant doubled down Thursday morning on his insistence that he never offered Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs a position in the Liberal government in 2014.

Party leaders offer few solutions to improve child protection during debate Wed, 12 Sep 2018 18:08:07 EDT Findings of the child protection review are important for the public to see during the campaign, according to former child and youth advocate Bernard Richard.

Election Day 22: Higgs talks paramedic gaps, NDP promises $10-a-day childcare Kingsclear installs new speed limit sign after woman was struck and killed on Route 102 The Pollcast: Talking leaders' debates Sally Ann helps clients vote in Saint John ​Leaders' debate videos: Question-by-question breakdown 'We've been virtually ignored': Albert County demands government attention

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A two-poll day means fresh Poll Tracker results | Election Day 23: Bringing youth home and lowering landlords' taxes | Fredericton gas leak on north side prompts evacuation, street closure | Explosion at Saint John metal recycler shakes residents

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A two-poll day means fresh Poll Tracker results Fri, 14 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EDT The latest election news, analysis and insight delivered each weeknight.

Election Day 23: Bringing youth home and lowering landlords' taxes Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:00:00 EDT Party leaders are prepping for this week's second debate on Friday, but not before the Liberal announces to retain youth through reverse-headhunting program, and the Progressive Conservatives promising to gradually eliminate double tax on non-owner occupied properties.

Fredericton gas leak on north side prompts evacuation, street closure Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:40:22 EDT A natural gas leak on Fredericton's north side late Friday morning forced up to 50 people from their homes and businesses and prompted the closure of at least one street, snarling traffic.

Explosion at Saint John metal recycler shakes residents Fri, 14 Sep 2018 14:28:44 EDT Saint John Mayor Don Darling is calling on the federal and provincial governments to investigate after reports of another explosion Friday morning at American Iron & Metal on the city's waterfront.

Base Gagetown holds annual Terry Fox run CBC New Brunswick shows you around Harvest Jazz and Blues Syrian family grapples with bedbug infestation at Fredericton apartment Doctors, nurses join election debate on improved health care Failing Fundy tidal project leaves string of unpaid debts When it comes to fracking, almost half of Vote Compass users support a ban

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Old issues slide back on campaign radar a week from election day | More than 60,000 New Brunswickers vote early in advance polls | RCMP identify human bones found in Dundee in July | Green Party proposes tax on sugar-sweetened beverages

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Old issues slide back on campaign radar a week from election day Mon, 17 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EDT The 2018 New Brunswick election is in full swing, and we want to deliver the latest news from the campaign trail with a daily newsletter.

More than 60,000 New Brunswickers vote early in advance polls Mon, 17 Sep 2018 10:55:50 EDT The number of people casting an early ballot in the provincial election is tracking to be close to the 2014 advance polls, which set an all-time record in New Brunswick, according to figures from Elections New Brunswick.

RCMP identify human bones found in Dundee in July Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:53:39 EDT Bones discovered outside a Dundee house are of 54-year-old Brigitte Pelletier, RCMP said Monday afternoon.

Green Party proposes tax on sugar-sweetened beverages Mon, 17 Sep 2018 18:03:34 EDT Green Party Leader David Coon promises, if elected, to implement a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages.

Election Day 26: senior care investments and poverty reduction promises A rare look at Saint John's mysterious Manawagonish Island Economists urge parties, voters to live within means New Brunswick auto insurers seek largest rate hikes in 16 years How herbicide spraying in N.B. became an election issue School closures a hot topic in Moncton South election campaign

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Higgs says don't split vote while mirroring People's Alliance used auto HST promise | Gallant Liberals play spouse card on campaign trail | 'Fredercton': People's Alliance fixes spelling mistake on signs in capital city | Man behind college machete attack seeks release from Restigouche Hospital

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Higgs says don't split vote while mirroring People's Alliance used auto HST promise Tue, 18 Sep 2018 18:17:32 EDT Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs promises to eliminate used sales HST on used vehicles and says not to take a chance on the People's Alliance who have a similar promise

Gallant Liberals play spouse card on campaign trail Tue, 18 Sep 2018 18:23:44 EDT

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'Fredercton': People's Alliance fixes spelling mistake on signs in capital city Tue, 18 Sep 2018 16:16:28 EDT People's Alliance candidate for Fredericton South, Bonnie Clark, posted at least 38 signs that misspelled the name of New Brunswick's capital city.

Man behind college machete attack seeks release from Restigouche Hospital Tue, 18 Sep 2018 14:56:17 EDT If approved, the former soldier who attacked three people with a machete-style knife at a Fredericton college four years ago would be able to live in the community.

Grand Manan man charged after fatal crash will go to trial for impaired driving U.S. tariffs bump up cost of Dieppe community centre to $30.5M 'Deep listening': How Jeremy Dutcher crafted his fascinating Polaris Prize-winning album Codiac Transpo buses to get $2.4M technology overhaul Election Day 27: Where the leaders will be on Tuesday Tight race, big base: A look at Oromocto-Lincoln-Fredericton

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Do you know the difference between bilingualism and duality? | Man behind machete attack at Fredericton college denied release from hospital | Election Day 28: Announcements focus on students, fishermen and workers | Evan Polchies' manslaughter sentencing delayed for second legal opinion

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Do you know the difference between bilingualism and duality? Wed, 19 Sep 2018 18:20:39 EDT

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Man behind machete attack at Fredericton college denied release from hospital Wed, 19 Sep 2018 10:22:26 EDT A former soldier who attacked three people with a machete-style knife at a Fredericton college four years ago has been denied a discharge from Restigouche Hospital Centre.

Election Day 28: Announcements focus on students, fishermen and workers Tue, 18 Sep 2018 19:52:20 EDT As the 2018 election campaign nears an end, leaders of the Liberal, Progressive Conservative and New Democrat parties all made platform announcements Wednesday.

Evan Polchies' manslaughter sentencing delayed for second legal opinion Wed, 19 Sep 2018 15:53:12 EDT Evan Polchies' sentencing for manslaughter in the death of Bobbi Martin Jr. has been delayed until Oct. 5 to allow him time to get a second legal opinion.

How social media solved a 1970s era Newfoundland photography mystery Paramedics shadow Liberal leader to protest staff shortages across the province Former MP's plea on election financing charges postponed again Lincoln Bridge closure possibly caused by 2017 crash involving dump truck Belleisle Farms brand coleslaw recalled due to Listeria NDP promises affordable child care, ending privatization in health care

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Election Day 29: PC leader promises to put lives over language in ambulance controversy | It's the most important and least discussed election issue | Liberals release platform with new— and lower — cost estimates | From seat losses to splits, here's how polling analyst sees election

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Election Day 29: PC leader promises to put lives over language in ambulance controversy Thu, 20 Sep 2018 05:30:00 EDT A Progressive Conservative government would put lives over language, party leader Blaine Higgs said Thursday in response to the controversy involving ambulance staffing that has seen the president of a paramedics union shadow Liberal Leader Brian Gallant on the campaign trail this week.

It's the most important and least discussed election issue Thu, 20 Sep 2018 18:36:17 EDT

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Liberals release platform with new— and lower — cost estimates Thu, 20 Sep 2018 16:28:52 EDT New Brunswick Liberal Leader Brian Gallant released his party's full election platform in a farmer's field outside Fredericton on Thursday morning with what what appeared to be a new set of cheaper costing numbers for the approximately 123 commitments the party is making to voters.

From seat losses to splits, here's how polling analyst sees election Thu, 20 Sep 2018 18:19:31 EDT CBC's polling analyst Éric Grenier has spent the past few weeks crunching the data on the New Brunswick provincial election. But with just a few days to go, he's still not sure who is going to win.

Developer offers to buy shuttered Moncton community centre Rural Canada Post carriers may see 25% wage hike after pay equity dispute Municipalities hope Monday's election winner will rule on red-light cameras Woman who put camera in mom's nursing-home room calls for more staff RCMP seek missing 48-year-old Moncton man Higgs's carbon tax figures out of date, says economist he cites

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3 days before Election Day and the race is tightening between the top 5 parties | Parties break 'silence' on immigration questions — except for PCs | No leads yet suggest Neguac boat sinking was racially motivated, RCMP say | Long, cold winter on its way, Farmers' Almanac predicts

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3 days before Election Day and the race is tightening between the top 5 parties Fri, 21 Sep 2018 18:20:23 EDT

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Parties break 'silence' on immigration questions — except for PCs Fri, 21 Sep 2018 16:06:42 EDT Amid concerns that immigration hasn't become an issue leading up to Monday's election, the New Brunswick Multicultural Council now has some insight into where the parties stand.

No leads yet suggest Neguac boat sinking was racially motivated, RCMP say Fri, 21 Sep 2018 15:28:49 EDT Police say they are continuing to gather information as the investigation into the Sept. 15 sinking of three boats at the Neguac wharf.

Long, cold winter on its way, Farmers' Almanac predicts Fri, 21 Sep 2018 13:52:27 EDT In case you forgot, the first day of winter is only three short months away.

Undecided and unimpressed: student voters feel ignored by candidates Former priest Yvon Arsenault acquitted on 2 sexual assault charges 4 elementary school closures recommended in Fredericton Alcohol abuse kills 3 million a year globally, most of them men: WHO Frustration mounts in Shippagan-Lamèque-Miscou ahead of election Election Day 30: Where party leaders will be on Friday

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Polls close soon as New Brunswick elects new government | Fredericton heads to record year in tourism after strong summer | Judge grants defence more time to review disclosure in Fredericton shooting case | New wharf needed to fight storm surges, rising sea, says Saint Andrews mayor

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Polls close soon as New Brunswick elects new government Mon, 24 Sep 2018 05:00:00 EDT As New Brunswick goes to the polls Monday, the Brian Gallant Liberals aim to be the first government to receive a second term since the Bernard Lord Tories in 2003.

Fredericton heads to record year in tourism after strong summer Mon, 24 Sep 2018 16:37:10 EDT Fredericton is on its way to a record year for tourism after a strong summer, according to city tourism manager David Seabrook.

Judge grants defence more time to review disclosure in Fredericton shooting case Mon, 24 Sep 2018 07:00:00 EDT Judge Julian Dickson granted the defence for Matthew Vincent Raymond, accused of killing four people in early August, until Oct. 22 to review the disclosure as Raymond remains in custody.

New wharf needed to fight storm surges, rising sea, says Saint Andrews mayor Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:00:39 EDT For Saint Andrews the choice is simple: rebuild the wharf or have it flood.

Scientists hope this great white will lead them to a mating site off Nova Scotia Heading to the polls? Voting tips for election day Sculpture destined for Fundy Park takes U-turn to Saint Andrews Owner of Sobeys, FreshCo, Foodland, IGA, Price Chopper buying Ontario grocery chain Farm Boy for $800M Future of combat sports in Fredericton uncertain, says promoter Students vote in mock election to encourage engaged citizenship

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Liberals and PCs continue battle over who will govern N.B. | Theft of plaques honouring veterans prompts removal of display | Election aftermath: When there are more questions than answers | Francophones concerned about rise in People's Alliance support

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Liberals and PCs continue battle over who will govern N.B. Tue, 25 Sep 2018 10:52:36 EDT Premier Brian Gallant says he's going to carry on governing the province, but PC Leader Blaine Higgs insists he's the premier-elect and the Liberal leader is just "prolonging the inevitable."

Theft of plaques honouring veterans prompts removal of display Tue, 25 Sep 2018 18:21:27 EDT Less than a day after flags were raised along the causeway in Bathurst to honour dead or missing soldiers and more than 70 plaques were put up honouring veterans, four of the small maple leaf plaques and a flag disappeared.

Election aftermath: When there are more questions than answers Tue, 25 Sep 2018 17:56:20 EDT In today's newsletter, we discuss the major questions following Monday's stunner of an election, the future of the NDP and Elections New Brunswick's thoughts on how it all went down.

Francophones concerned about rise in People's Alliance support Tue, 25 Sep 2018 17:19:19 EDT Some francophone New Brunswickers say they are feeling alienated by anti-French sentiment and worry about an increase in political division along language lines.

8½-months pregnant and up in a tree stand, ready to bag a moose PCs end almost 40 years of Liberal MLAs in one Saint John-area riding 'This may not last long': political scientist predicts return to polls by Christmas People's Alliance candidate says 'common sense' helped defeat transportation minister Chief electoral officer 'pleased' with election night experience Liberals get first chance to govern divided legislature, expert says

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The parties have begun choosing dance partners | Progressive Conservative MLAs ready to get to work | Liberals court Greens for governing partnership | People's Alliance more likely to support the PCs, Kris Austin says

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The parties have begun choosing dance partners Wed, 26 Sep 2018 18:25:21 EDT With the potential of a minority-government situation, New Brunswick's political parties have begun courting one another, or a particular MLA.

Progressive Conservative MLAs ready to get to work Wed, 26 Sep 2018 17:36:20 EDT Progressive Conservative candidates who won Monday's election are waiting for an update from their leader, Blaine Higgs, after he meets Thursday morning with the lieutenant-governor.

Liberals court Greens for governing partnership Wed, 26 Sep 2018 11:00:59 EDT The New Brunswick Liberals say they'll go after a partnership with the Green Party to gain the confidence of the the legislature after coming up short of seats on election night.

People's Alliance more likely to support the PCs, Kris Austin says Wed, 26 Sep 2018 11:13:38 EDT People's Alliance Leader Kris Austin says he's open to a formal agreement to support a minority government, but David Coon, whose Green Party also won three seats Monday, isn't discussing its options in detail.

Green MLA Kevin Arseneau says he'll put Kent North first Beer prices rose on election day but are back to normal, for now Avenir Centre the setting for potential record-setting QMJHL battle Tabulation machines make chance of flipping votes remote in recounts Power restored to hundreds of NB Power customers Tight election may delay votes to fill vacant council seats

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Bob Rae says minority rule is all about numbers — but 3rd parties shouldn't overreach | Mr. Higgs goes to Government House | Saint John plows will gather data while clearing snow | Kris Austin defends himself, as Acadian voices against People's Alliance multiply

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Bob Rae says minority rule is all about numbers — but 3rd parties shouldn't overreach Thu, 27 Sep 2018 14:30:51 EDT Canadian politician Bob Rae came to Fredericton to discuss human rights in the age of populism, a topic that resonates in the aftermath of New Brunswick's election.

Mr. Higgs goes to Government House Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:22:43 EDT As the Progressive Conservatives and Liberals explore avenues to power, the focus has shifted to the third parties that hold the balance of power.

Saint John plows will gather data while clearing snow Thu, 27 Sep 2018 15:26:09 EDT When winter comes and snowstorms start, the plows in Saint John will do more than clear city streets.

Kris Austin defends himself, as Acadian voices against People's Alliance multiply Thu, 27 Sep 2018 09:36:37 EDT Fourteen Acadian associations and the mayors of 19 municipalities signed a letter opposing any coalition that involves the People's Alliance. Kris Austin said that's unfortunate and believes his party has been misunderstood.

PC Leader Blaine Higgs says he expects to govern eventually but won't cut deals RCMP investigate suspicious death after body found in Moncton Battery explodes on landfill worker Greens predict 'tough negotiations' with Liberals, PCs over governing partnership Blinded by hope: Moncton couple loses last $600 in suspected scam This candidate wasn't on the ballot and it may have changed the Saint John Harbour race

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People's Alliance agrees to support a PC government in N.B. 'bill by bill' | Friday's he said-he said-he said situation adds to the confusion | Parlee Beach numbers down again | Man charged with 1st-degree murder in death of Moncton woman

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People's Alliance agrees to support a PC government in N.B. 'bill by bill' Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:18:39 EDT The leader of the People's Alliance has agreed to provide stability for a Progressive Conservative minority government on a "bill-by-bill basis" for 18 months, the third party announced Friday as uncertainty on New Brunswick's political landscape continued.

Friday's he said-he said-he said situation adds to the confusion Fri, 28 Sep 2018 18:00:55 EDT New Brunswick politics reached a whole new level of murky on Friday as the major parties dispute who's dealing with whom.

Parlee Beach numbers down again Fri, 28 Sep 2018 16:39:39 EDT The number of daily parking permits sold at Parlee Beach has dropped by 35 per cent over the last two years.

Man charged with 1st-degree murder in death of Moncton woman Fri, 28 Sep 2018 12:17:43 EDT A man was charged Friday with first-degree murder in the death of a woman who was found dead in Moncton this week.

Liberal MP Karen Ludwig sets sights on selling gun reforms Dialogue NB hopes to help 4 political parties find some cohesion Higgs says lieutenant-governor wants quick resolution on who will govern Reporting best way to prevent fraud, says financial service commission 'Zombie plant' threatens to take over St. John River and other waters Is the curling season too long? Many say yes

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Higgs looks to B.C. 'template' for potential partnership with Greens | Trans student athletes now able to play university sports | Ballots to bounty: People's Alliance poised to receive up to $700K | Centennial Building project's mix of old and new presented challenge

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Higgs looks to B.C. 'template' for potential partnership with Greens Mon, 1 Oct 2018 16:41:12 EDT The post-election struggle to form the next New Brunswick government lurched in a new direction Monday as Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs floated the idea of an agreement with the Green Party.

Trans student athletes now able to play university sports Mon, 1 Oct 2018 16:09:34 EDT U Sports, the organization that oversees varsity university athletics in Canada, has created one of the most inclusive policies ever released for transgender athletes.

Ballots to bounty: People's Alliance poised to receive up to $700K Mon, 1 Oct 2018 13:16:30 EDT A year after the People's Alliance polled two per cent of the vote in the 2014 New Brunswick election, money became so scarce Sterling Wright personally lent the party $4,000 to keep the bills paid and the lights on.

Centennial Building project's mix of old and new presented challenge Mon, 1 Oct 2018 14:44:15 EDT Architects faced some challenges coming up with a design for Fredericton's new courthouse as well as a way to redevelop and preserve the best of the Centennial Building on the same site.

RCMP seek help locating elderly couple from southeastern New Brunswick Lyme patient misdiagnosed with anxiety and depression 'I have a duty': Brian Gallant won't try for People's Alliance deal NB Power warns customers of text message scam that could clean out bank accounts What's happening to the old Woolworth's department store in Saint John? Recycler gave no hint of blasts shaking the neighbours when it filed environment report

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Eyes on the Greens as talks begin with Liberals, PCs | Saint John Harbour Progressive Conservatives allege at least 40 voters recorded twice | New Brunswicker wins silver with Team U.S.A. | Alma remains under boil order, despite good water quality

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Eyes on the Greens as talks begin with Liberals, PCs Tue, 2 Oct 2018 16:16:07 EDT The Green Party has begun talks about an agreement with both New Brunswick political parties hoping to form government, but its leader says they are “nowhere near” negotiations or discussing platform planks.

Saint John Harbour Progressive Conservatives allege at least 40 voters recorded twice Tue, 2 Oct 2018 09:53:56 EDT A vote recount for the close riding of Saint John Harbour will be held Wednesday, but a court application by the Progressive Conservatives to have the election of Liberal candidate Gerry Lowe thrown out based on allegations that at least 40 people were documented as voting more than once has been put on hold.

New Brunswicker wins silver with Team U.S.A. Tue, 2 Oct 2018 17:28:06 EDT A New Brunswicker who’s already won a world ball hockey championship for Team Canada is back home after playing in the finals of the 2018 world championships in Bermuda — for Team U.S.A.

Alma remains under boil order, despite good water quality Tue, 2 Oct 2018 16:18:37 EDT Despite weeks of good water quality, the village of Alma is still under a boil order from Public Health.

Police seek missing Moncton man Fredericton shooting, spring flood could cost city up to $2.2M Bathurst city councillor resigns after taking new job Teddy bear braves surgery to comfort his little boy Moncton subsidizing UFC fight at Avenir Centre Partner in Saint John drinking water project sues others

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Vote recount for tight Saint John Harbour race underway | Watch: Sandpiper flock lands at Saint John beach in slow motion | Memramcook-Tantramar recount could take days | Moncton business group tries to break networking record

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Vote recount for tight Saint John Harbour race underway Wed, 3 Oct 2018 13:10:53 EDT A vote recount for Saint John Harbour, the closest race in last week's provincial election, is underway at the Saint John Law Courts building.

Watch: Sandpiper flock lands at Saint John beach in slow motion Wed, 3 Oct 2018 14:30:00 EDT Stephen Zaat was in the right place at the right time — using his phone camera to capture hundreds of sandpipers flying along Saints Rest Beach in Saint John on Sept. 30.

Memramcook-Tantramar recount could take days Wed, 3 Oct 2018 13:56:50 EDT Candidate Bernard LeBlanc and his brother requested a recount in the Memramcook-Tantramar riding after the Liberals lost by 11 votes to Green candidate Megan Mitton.

Moncton business group tries to break networking record Wed, 3 Oct 2018 18:09:54 EDT A group for young professionals in Moncton tried to set a world record today, but came up short. The Hub City Young Professionals Network held a "speed network" event at the Coliseum Agrena.

Oh deer: Tips for avoiding wildlife on highways Recount granted for Oromocto-Lincoln-Fredericton Fight! Councillors clash over who foots the bill for UFC in Moncton What you need to know about legal weed in the Maritimes U.S. considers further measures to protect North Atlantic right whales Green Party gained most from financial incentive to run female candidates

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Thousands of votes left to count in Memramcook-Tantramar | Oromocto-Lincoln-Fredericton recount could need extra day | Saint John Harbour recount confirms 10-vote win for Liberal Gerry Lowe | Springhill paint recycling plant to move, taking 16 jobs to N.B.

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Thousands of votes left to count in Memramcook-Tantramar Thu, 4 Oct 2018 17:45:18 EDT As a judicial recount in Memramcook-Tantramar continued into a second evening Thursday, lawyers agreed to a new process to count the votes in hopes of speeding things up.

Oromocto-Lincoln-Fredericton recount could need extra day Thu, 4 Oct 2018 15:14:54 EDT Progressive Conservative Mary Wilson took the riding by 93 votes last week over Liberal candidate John Fife, who applied for a recount Tuesday.

Saint John Harbour recount confirms 10-vote win for Liberal Gerry Lowe Thu, 4 Oct 2018 09:24:03 EDT A vote recount for the close riding of Saint John Harbour has confirmed Liberal candidate Gerry Lowe's 10-vote win over Progressive Conservative candidate Barry Ogden.

Springhill paint recycling plant to move, taking 16 jobs to N.B. Thu, 4 Oct 2018 11:56:39 EDT Laurentide Re/sources Inc. has operated in the community since 2001, a steady and consistent employer in an area. But on Dec. 21, operations will be moved to Richibucto, N.B., where the company owns two buildings.

Ottawa slams Manitoba's 'flip flop' on carbon tax after Pallister pulls out of climate plan Moose hunter still hunting for lost pickup truck Saint John group sets up 5 drop-box sites for dirty needles City councillor 'disappointed' after Air Canada cancels flight 4 times in 1 year 'Last minute' confusion over Cannabis NB union Bouctouche residents told to boil water

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Oromocto-Lincoln-Fredericton recount shows no change in tally | Your Friday evening briefing on the week that was | 'I did not mean for you to die,' Evan Polchies says as he's sentenced to 12½ years | Dominic LeBlanc says his cancer is in remission

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Oromocto-Lincoln-Fredericton recount shows no change in tally Fri, 5 Oct 2018 17:58:35 EDT Liberal John Fife requested a recount after Progressive Conservative Mary Wilson won by 93 votes, because he believed the votes did not reflect the support he saw in the Oromocto area.

Your Friday evening briefing on the week that was Fri, 5 Oct 2018 18:00:00 EDT The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news this week plus other features you won't find anywhere else.

'I did not mean for you to die,' Evan Polchies says as he's sentenced to 12½ years Fri, 5 Oct 2018 17:42:43 EDT Evan Polchies was sentenced Friday to 12½ years in prison for manslaughter in the shooting death of Bobby Martin Jr. outside Fredericton.

Dominic LeBlanc says his cancer is in remission Fri, 5 Oct 2018 12:36:17 EDT Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he has a clean bill of health after undergoing treatment for leukemia starting late last year.

Victim in stable condition after shooting on Fredericton's north side Recount confirms Mitton win in Memramcook-Tantramar 'A new low': Advocate says passengers need to know their rights when travelling Fredericton police chief suspends another officer for alleged misconduct Bees rescued from huge open-air hive near Woodstock New Brunswick's economy added 1,600 jobs in September

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Situation stabilized at Saint John oil refinery following explosion, fire | Thanksgiving in New Brunswick: What's open, what's closed | 13 odd, old-fashioned Thanksgiving images from New Brunswick | Saint-Quentin accident raises more questions about ambulance service in N.B.

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Situation stabilized at Saint John oil refinery following explosion, fire Mon, 8 Oct 2018 09:40:58 EDT Eight hours after an explosion and fire at the Irving Oil refinery in Saint John shook the city and sent several contractors to hospital with non-life threatening injuries, the situation has been stabilized, Emergency Measures Organization officials say.

Thanksgiving in New Brunswick: What's open, what's closed Mon, 8 Oct 2018 07:00:00 EDT Here's the latest on what's open and closed on Thanksgiving this year.

13 odd, old-fashioned Thanksgiving images from New Brunswick Mon, 8 Oct 2018 06:00:00 EDT Scary turkeys. French butchers. Gourds for days. Here are 13 images showcasing nearly 140 years of Thanksgiving in New Brunswick.

Saint-Quentin accident raises more questions about ambulance service in N.B. Sun, 7 Oct 2018 17:38:51 EDT According to information gathered by Radio-Canada, a cyclist in the small town of Saint-Quentin was hit by a vehicle on Friday and had to wait more than 40 minutes before being transported to the regional hospital.

RCMP seek public's help to locate missing 18-year-old Man, 50, dies in car crash in Long Point, N.B. New art exhibition examines people's relationship to Odell Park 'Celebrating the city': Fredericton once again joins hands in wake of shooting 'Green infrastructure' could prevent flooding, beautify your community Strong, hardy and good looking — the apple, that is

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Irving Pulp and Paper pleads guilty to pollution charges, faces $3.5M penalty | What did you do this summer? New Brunswick student fought wildfires at -5 C | Timeline: The Irving Oil refinery explosion | Canada's Matt Stairs axed by Padres after 1 season as hitting coach

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Irving Pulp and Paper pleads guilty to pollution charges, faces $3.5M penalty Tue, 9 Oct 2018 13:34:21 EDT Irving Pulp and Paper Ltd. has pleaded guilty to three charges under the federal Fisheries Act related to numerous "significant" instances of effluent discharges from its pulp mill in west Saint John into the St. John River over a two-year period.

What did you do this summer? New Brunswick student fought wildfires at -5 C Tue, 9 Oct 2018 16:46:38 EDT Summer jobs for students can be fairly pedestrian: busing tables, mowing lawns, painting houses. For Wesley Currie of Douglas, that wasn't enough.

Timeline: The Irving Oil refinery explosion Tue, 9 Oct 2018 14:44:03 EDT Shortly after 10 a.m. Monday, a "bed-shaking" blast came from the Irving Oil refinery in Saint John that sent flames shooting an estimated 30 metres into the air and a plume of black smoke over most of the east side.

Canada's Matt Stairs axed by Padres after 1 season as hitting coach Tue, 9 Oct 2018 16:21:13 EDT The San Diego Padres have fired hitting coach and Saint John native Matt Stairs after one year on the job as the team continued to rank at the bottom of the majors in key offensive stats.

33-year-old man dies in ATV crash Man charged in connection with shooting Friday in Fredericton Irving oil refinery explosion unlikely to hike gasoline prices in Canada Saint John mayor wants industry talks, communications review after refinery explosion-fire Herb cigarette causes alarm in Saint John, with users passing out near plaza Food bank warehouse bursting at the seams

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'He charged me': Moose attacks jogger in Dieppe | Amur tiger cubs get ready to leave Magnetic Hill Zoo | More than 3 tonnes of rope collected in wharf recycling bins | No deal: Green Party won't formally side with Liberals or PCs in N.B.

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'He charged me': Moose attacks jogger in Dieppe Wed, 10 Oct 2018 17:00:53 EDT Avid runner Paul Gallant was out on the waterfront trail when he saw a moose facing him 20 metres away.

Amur tiger cubs get ready to leave Magnetic Hill Zoo Wed, 10 Oct 2018 17:18:15 EDT The Magnetic Hill Zoo is encouraging people to come out to see the three Amur tiger cubs before they're moved to a new home. The cubs, two males and a female, can be seen at the zoon until the end of the month.

More than 3 tonnes of rope collected in wharf recycling bins Wed, 10 Oct 2018 14:51:46 EDT A pilot project in the Bay of Fundy has seen an estimated three tonnes of rope deposited in recycling bins at southwestern New Brunswick wharves.

No deal: Green Party won't formally side with Liberals or PCs in N.B. Wed, 10 Oct 2018 12:48:50 EDT New Brunswick's Green Party will not sign a formal agreement with any political party to support a minority government, the party's three MLAs announced Wednesday.

Boilermaker describes fear, chaos during fiery Saint John refinery explosion The sweet but unfulfilled dream of a chocolate amusement park Drug rehab centre prepares for legalization of cannabis St. Pat's members approve sale of property to development company PC leader wants 'faster than normal' transition if given the chance to govern 'I'll never be their puppet': Tracadie mayor defends style after 4th councillor quits

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Wolastoq grand chief 'drastically disappointed' with Supreme Court ruling | Liberals' grip on power could hinge on change to ambulance services | Killer of 2 Moncton police officers 44 years ago loses bid to leave prison on own | Moncton couple who lost $600 in online scam back on their feet and grateful

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Wolastoq grand chief 'drastically disappointed' with Supreme Court ruling Thu, 11 Oct 2018 18:28:19 EDT The grand chief of the Wolastoq grand council says he’s “drastically disappointed” by Thursday’s Supreme Court ruling on Indigenous consultation.

Liberals' grip on power could hinge on change to ambulance services Thu, 11 Oct 2018 14:31:49 EDT People's Alliance Leader Kris Austin said Thursday his party could support a Liberal throne speech if it promises quick action on the province's ambulance problem.

Killer of 2 Moncton police officers 44 years ago loses bid to leave prison on own Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:18:15 EDT The Parole Board of Canada rejected Richard Bergeron's request for unescorted temporary absences from prison, citing his "capacity for extreme violence." He was convicted of murdering two Moncton police officers more than 40 years ago.

Moncton couple who lost $600 in online scam back on their feet and grateful Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:53:31 EDT Nathan Donovan never expected that a call to CBC News in September to warn others about an online scam that took his last $600 would turn things around for his young family.

Deer Island man dies in ATV crash Iconic Fredericton canoe gets colourful makeover for LGBTQ youth centre fundraiser 2nd man guilty of breaking into flooded home Researcher discovers microplastics in Bay of Fundy clams Remembering Jackie: Detective who helped catch killer looks back on 1995 case 100 years ago today: Province shut down over fears of Spanish flu

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Natural gas leak forces evacuation of uptown Saint John homes, businesses | A refinery blast, Speaker stalemate and tiger cubs: It's your weekend briefing | 'You can't let this happen again:' Father of dead ATV driver calls for better signage | Glowing snapshot of uptown Saint John released by business group

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Natural gas leak forces evacuation of uptown Saint John homes, businesses Fri, 12 Oct 2018 17:39:08 EDT Saint John fire division chief Mike Carr says an underground gas line that runs along Prince William Street sprung a leak at the intersection with Princess Street late Friday afternoon.

A refinery blast, Speaker stalemate and tiger cubs: It's your weekend briefing Fri, 12 Oct 2018 18:00:00 EDT The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news for the week ending Oct. 12.

'You can't let this happen again:' Father of dead ATV driver calls for better signage Fri, 12 Oct 2018 15:35:32 EDT The father of a 33-year-old Eel River Bar man who died in an ATV crash early last Sunday has one message for the provincial government: fix the road or he will.

Glowing snapshot of uptown Saint John released by business group Fri, 12 Oct 2018 14:31:16 EDT The group Uptown Saint John may have a vested interest in promoting the area as a great place to live, work and play, but now it's released data to back up those claims.

Unfilled Speaker's chair could bring on another election — this fall Fire union sounds alarm about staffing levels in wake of Irving refinery fire Medical society's cannabis campaign targets at-risk groups NB Power could escape Liberal-promised rate freeze thanks to unlikely source Reds rebuilt: a look at the return of women's hockey to UNB New owner will invest $3M in Saint John's Mitchell Apartments

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Dennis Oland pleads not guilty, again, in father's death | Young refugees face racism in schools, mostly from teachers | Where New Brunswickers buy cannabis could change if PCs take over | Gary Miller quits Dennis Oland's legal team as murder retrial begins

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Dennis Oland pleads not guilty, again, in father's death Mon, 15 Oct 2018 05:00:00 EDT Dennis Oland has again pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder in the 2011 bludgeoning death of his father multimillionaire Richard Oland.

Young refugees face racism in schools, mostly from teachers Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:39:14 EDT Young refugees and newcomers in New Brunswick say they face racism on a daily basis, usually from adults in school, according to a newly released report from the Child and Youth Advocate's office.

Where New Brunswickers buy cannabis could change if PCs take over Mon, 15 Oct 2018 12:29:13 EDT Government and NB Liquor officials say it won’t be difficult to change the way cannabis is sold in New Brunswick if a Progressive Conservative government wants to let the private sector enter the market.

Gary Miller quits Dennis Oland's legal team as murder retrial begins Mon, 15 Oct 2018 11:00:00 EDT One of Dennis Oland's defence lawyers is stepping down, just as his retrial for second-degree murder in the 2011 death of his father, multimillionaire Richard Oland, gets underway in Saint John today with jury selection.

Cannabis NB's online store posts price list, instructions for rolling joints Mental evaluation ordered for Jacksonville teen accused of killing 17-year-old girl A vision for Miramichi's downtowns: More green and residential space RCMP search for missing Moncton woman Alleged abuse case raises red flags about lack of Indigenous foster homes How will Canadians buy pot? It depends where they live

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Home-grown cannabis a budding industry, says expert | Brian Gallant, Blaine Higgs urged to form a grand coalition to govern New Brunswick | Another North Atlantic right whale found dead in U.S. waters | The healing power of art

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Home-grown cannabis a budding industry, says expert Tue, 16 Oct 2018 17:28:36 EDT Home-grown cannabis could be a boon for horticulture businesses, according to a Fredericton-area green thumb.

Brian Gallant, Blaine Higgs urged to form a grand coalition to govern New Brunswick Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:15:56 EDT An elder statesman of New Brunswick politics is pushing a bold idea to resolve the political stand-off in the legislature: a coalition government between the Liberal and Progressive Conservative parties.

Another North Atlantic right whale found dead in U.S. waters Tue, 16 Oct 2018 14:09:06 EDT The carcass of a North Atlantic right whale has been spotted off the coast of the U.S., the third endangered whale to be found dead this year.

The healing power of art Tue, 16 Oct 2018 15:46:15 EDT Moncton photographer Maurice Henri and the Moncton YWCA are teaming up on a project to help women recovering from trauma learn photography and heal through art.

Saint John painter's work in running for best tank in North America Strong winds uproot trees, cause thousands of power outages City draws up new plan to save 'several' trees in Officers' Square 'It's just devastating': Century-old Miramichi train station severely damaged by fire 2 paramedics suspended pending disciplinary hearing 73-year-old accused of growing 485 cannabis plants gets delay in case

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What the first day of legal weed looked like in New Brunswick | Hells Angels member, associate incarcerated for drug, weapons charges | Agree to disagree: Gallant, Higgs won't work together to form coalition government | Feds 'looking into' whether Cannabis NB website violates advertising rules

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What the first day of legal weed looked like in New Brunswick Wed, 17 Oct 2018 17:38:24 EDT Big crowds. Cheering. Snacks. Here are 15 photos of New Brunswick's first day of legal cannabis.

Hells Angels member, associate incarcerated for drug, weapons charges Wed, 17 Oct 2018 16:47:01 EDT A man and woman associated with the Hells Angels have been sentenced to prison time for various drug and weapons charges.

Agree to disagree: Gallant, Higgs won't work together to form coalition government Wed, 17 Oct 2018 15:45:48 EDT Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs agrees with Liberal Premier Brian Gallant on at least one thing: their two parties won't be working together to form a coalition government.

Feds 'looking into' whether Cannabis NB website violates advertising rules Wed, 17 Oct 2018 14:17:32 EDT Federal legislation prohibits the promotion of cannabis products, accessories or services with a "depiction of a person, character or animal, whether real or fictional."

A first time for everything: New Brunswickers line up for legal cannabis Step inside a Cannabis NB store Proposed Irving plea deal would put money into Irving-controlled salmon group Here we go again: North side of Fredericton gets its own roundabout NB Liquor inflated profits by using 53-week fiscal year Business group close to inking Avenir Centre funding deal with Moncton

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More chilled-out pace on Day 2 of legal cannabis sales | With empty Speaker ballot, New Brunswick faces prospect of new government — or new election | All 3 men guilty of breaking into flooded Maugerville home | Ties matter: Green MLA will represent New Brunswickers by sporting their neckties

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More chilled-out pace on Day 2 of legal cannabis sales Thu, 18 Oct 2018 18:30:34 EDT Consumers experienced shorter wait times, as the "fine tuning" by the provincial cannabis authority continued in response to customer demand.

With empty Speaker ballot, New Brunswick faces prospect of new government — or new election Thu, 18 Oct 2018 16:58:12 EDT New Brunswick could be lurching toward a new minority government or a new election after all four political parties said that none of their members would be on the ballot to become Speaker of the legislature.

All 3 men guilty of breaking into flooded Maugerville home Thu, 18 Oct 2018 17:54:47 EDT A Maugerville man has become the third guilty party in a break and enter case during one of the worst floods in New Brunswick history.

Ties matter: Green MLA will represent New Brunswickers by sporting their neckties Thu, 18 Oct 2018 13:40:36 EDT As soon as Kevin Arseneau realized he’d been elected as the new Green Party MLA for Kent North, he knew he had a problem.

Ragtime musician carves out side business making wooden pipes The Pollcast: Counting down to 2019 Ambulance NB promises to ease emergency response delays in Saint-Quentin Priced too high? Shoppers balk at marijuana price tag Mi'kmaq couple opens their own loan business at Elsipogtog First Nation Local democracy will 'suffer' after byelections delayed, municipalities group says

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High hopes for new dried cannabis pellet developed in Moncton | A mile in her moccasins: Annual healing walk raises awareness on MMIWG | Elections NB reverses decision to postpone municipal byelections | Tracadie RCMP seek witnesses in fatal 'car-surfing' case

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High hopes for new dried cannabis pellet developed in Moncton Fri, 19 Oct 2018 17:50:01 EDT Moncton pharmacist Peter Ford says the new product he's developed in conjunction with Tetra Bio-Pharma will help people with chronic pain and those in palliative care.

A mile in her moccasins: Annual healing walk raises awareness on MMIWG Fri, 19 Oct 2018 16:52:26 EDT The walk is organized by the Mi'kmaq-Wolastoqey Centre at the University of New Brunswick as part of the annual Red Shawl campaign.

Elections NB reverses decision to postpone municipal byelections Fri, 19 Oct 2018 17:20:48 EDT Elections New Brunswick planned to postpone at least 20 municipal bylections until May 2019 because of a possible snap provincial election.

Tracadie RCMP seek witnesses in fatal 'car-surfing' case Fri, 19 Oct 2018 18:30:43 EDT RCMP in Tracadie are still looking for witnesses who may have information related to a car-surfing incident in July that claimed the life of a 19-year-old man.

Pricey pot, a possible Speaker and a well-timed rainbow: It's your weekend briefing Walls closing in on Brian Gallant ahead of throne speech 53-year-old Woodstock man dies following tractor-trailer crash Cannabis NB to make website 'adjustments' after feds find it breaks ad laws When it comes to Officers' Square, heritage advocate urges balanced approach Court orders insurer to pay Diocese of Bathurst nearly $3.4M to cover abuse payouts

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Tories press attempt to undo Saint John Harbour results | Liberal MLA Daniel Guitard to stand for Speaker's role | Cat café gives felines chance at adoption | Former Speaker and longtime Liberal MLA Frank Branch has died

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Tories press attempt to undo Saint John Harbour results Mon, 22 Oct 2018 18:40:57 EDT Progressive Conservatives have produced documents they claim show widespread irregularities in a Saint John riding, including people who voted more than once, a voter who declared an empty lot as a home address, and two ballots cast in the name of dead people.

Liberal MLA Daniel Guitard to stand for Speaker's role Mon, 22 Oct 2018 13:23:58 EDT The Liberal who will preside over New Brunswick's first minority legislature in a century is second-term MLA Daniel Guitard, the member for Restigouche-Chaleur who chaired the Liberal caucus in the previous legislature.

Cat café gives felines chance at adoption Mon, 22 Oct 2018 17:58:38 EDT The Purrfect Cup has partnered with the SPCA to host adoptable cats as a draw for cat lovers and prospective cat-owners alike.

Former Speaker and longtime Liberal MLA Frank Branch has died Mon, 22 Oct 2018 17:00:46 EDT Former New Brunswick Speaker and longtime Liberal MLA Frank Branch has died.

New Brunswick village removes 'straight pride' flag after backlash from residents Community considers teleconferencing for council meetings after mayor resigns Accused Fredericton shooter proclaims innocence due to temporary insanity Neighbours save historic church in Penniac from demolition Winter is coming: Parts of N.B. could get more than 10 cm of snow this week J.D. Irving plea deal raises questions of conflict of interest, say law professors

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Gallant banks on throne speech gamble to draw opposition support | Feds reject New Brunswick carbon tax plan, impose new one | How the Liberals hope to escape the 'Green Shift' curse in 2019 | Minor accused in Bas-Caraquet church fire found fit to stand trial

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Gallant banks on throne speech gamble to draw opposition support Tue, 23 Oct 2018 12:42:57 EDT Premier Brian Gallant's Liberal government laid its cards on the table Tuesday, gambling with a grab-bag of multi-party promises that it can win enough votes from opposition MLAs to hang on to power past next month.

Feds reject New Brunswick carbon tax plan, impose new one Tue, 23 Oct 2018 12:10:10 EDT The federal government will impose a carbon tax on greenhouse gas emissions in New Brunswick to fight climate change, rejecting a provincial plan as insufficient.

How the Liberals hope to escape the 'Green Shift' curse in 2019 Tue, 23 Oct 2018 17:47:38 EDT The Trudeau government is moving ahead with its plan to put a price on carbon emissions. In the process, it's directly taking on federal Conservatives and the four premiers who oppose carbon pricing by promising to give the money back to taxpayers in those provinces.

Minor accused in Bas-Caraquet church fire found fit to stand trial Tue, 23 Oct 2018 18:02:13 EDT The 14-year-old boy accused of starting the fire that destroyed a century-old church in the northeastern village of Bas-Caraquet has been found fit to stand trial following a psychiatric examination.

Prolific New Brunswick writer Raymond Fraser dies at 77 Former IWK CEO Tracy Kitch charged with fraud 'I just bawled': Chipman residents seek apology after 'straight pride' flag raised 2 hospitals temporarily close obstetrics units Liberal MLA Daniel Guitard acclaimed as Speaker as legislature opens Trudeau promises rebates as Ottawa moves to levy carbon tax on provinces outside the climate plan

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Horizon works to reopen obstetrics unit at hospital in Carleton County | Dieppe eyes doubling mayor's salary | Bilingual ambulance service dominates 1st question period of new legislature | 95-year-old veteran of Second World War honoured in Hillsborough

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Horizon works to reopen obstetrics unit at hospital in Carleton County Wed, 24 Oct 2018 18:42:49 EDT The Horizon Health Network is working to address a "gap in coverage" that forced the temporary closure of the obstetrics unit at the Upper River Valley Hospital in Waterville this week, says the chief of staff.

Dieppe eyes doubling mayor's salary Wed, 24 Oct 2018 18:00:00 EDT A committee reviewing council pay has recommended the City of Dieppe double the mayor's salary and nearly double council salaries by 2024.

Bilingual ambulance service dominates 1st question period of new legislature Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:27:16 EDT The issue of paramedic shortages — and a Liberal promise to send it to an all-party committee of MLAs for recommendations — was front and centre during the first question period of the new legislature on Wednesday.

95-year-old veteran of Second World War honoured in Hillsborough Wed, 24 Oct 2018 18:31:47 EDT A 95-year-old Second World war veteran was on hand as a commemorative tree, descended from one at Vimy Ridge in France, was planted in the village of Hillsborough on Wednesday.

Gallant Liberals ponder legal options after Ottawa rejects province's carbon tax Stompin' Tom's classic The Hockey Song to be inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Cannabis NB sales totalled nearly $945K within 48 hours of legalization Burns, Beaverbrook statues to make comeback in downtown Fredericton Rise in deer sightings and collisions in Moncton prompts warning 'Didn't deserve to die this way:' Family mourns mom of 3 killed in fall from cliff

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Higgs would give Medavie a week to fix ambulance service | Twinning Quebec's Hwy. 185 to N.B. a priority for Canadian Chamber of Commerce | Campbellton, minor hockey group reach compromise but fee issue far from resolved | Illegal parking fees soar in Moncton, despite booting limits

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Higgs would give Medavie a week to fix ambulance service Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:31:22 EDT Finding a solution to the paramedics shortage and ambulance delays will be the first priority for a Progressive Conservative government, Blaine Higgs said Thursday while trying to convince the legislative assembly to kick the Liberals out of power.

Twinning Quebec's Hwy. 185 to N.B. a priority for Canadian Chamber of Commerce Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:36:23 EDT Accelerating the completion of twinning of Highway 185 between New Brunswick and Quebec has become a priority for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

Campbellton, minor hockey group reach compromise but fee issue far from resolved Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:23:46 EDT The City of Campbellton and the Restigouche Minor Hockey Association have a reached compromise that will see the local hockey group use the city’s arena.

Illegal parking fees soar in Moncton, despite booting limits Thu, 25 Oct 2018 13:53:10 EDT A company hired by private lot owners in downtown Moncton to deal with vehicles that park illegally is getting around a city-imposed $45 cap on "parking boot" fees by hiring a tow truck company, which is charging people $333.50 to get a car back.

'Fighting for his life': Fisherman recounts harrowing rescue from waters off Malpeque 'Not all doom and gloom': Health minister defends ambulance service Fredericton water rate could rise 4% Recycling on the decline in Fredericton Saint John teen to be tried by judge and jury for fatal altercation Federal carbon tax rebates to N.B. families will be lowest in Canada

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20 Liberal MLAs put support for Brian Gallant in writing | Gallant's gamble, cat café and 'straight' pride: It's your weekend briefing | 2 men arrested after incident at border between Woodstock and Houlton, Maine | Codiac RCMP to add Mounties as calls rise, shifts fail to meet minimum staffing

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20 Liberal MLAs put support for Brian Gallant in writing Fri, 26 Oct 2018 18:39:49 EDT All 20 members of Brian Gallant's Liberal caucus signed a letter in support of his continued leadership after he threatened to resign before the throne speech this week, CBC News has learned.

Gallant's gamble, cat café and 'straight' pride: It's your weekend briefing Fri, 26 Oct 2018 18:00:00 EDT The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news for the week ending Oct. 26.

2 men arrested after incident at border between Woodstock and Houlton, Maine Fri, 26 Oct 2018 12:17:13 EDT Two men from Nova Scotia were arrested Friday by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials after an incident that kept the border crossing between Woodstock, N.B., and Houlton, Maine, closed for much of the day, say RCMP.

Codiac RCMP to add Mounties as calls rise, shifts fail to meet minimum staffing Fri, 26 Oct 2018 13:32:43 EDT Codiac Regional RCMP plans to add 10 front-line officers next year to deal with a growing number of calls and shifts that recently have failed to meet minimum staffing levels, triggering overtime spending.

Saint John asks residents if urban deer hunt would be OK Indigenous #MeToo catching fire in B.C. First Nations communities Red Sox and Dodgers fans optimistic heading into game 3 of 'dream' World Series Canada Post rotating strike moves to Saint John Snow, freezing rain and more than 50 mm of rain expected this weekend Tories continue tough Medavie talk with threat of cancelling ambulance contract

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'He was a happy and loving boy': Community in shock after 13-year-old dies on ATV | PC challenge of Saint John Harbour election result sent back to drawing board | Preliminary inquiry begins for Dorchester guards accused in inmate's death | Sackville group proposes K-12 'community learning campus' to replace traditional schools

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'He was a happy and loving boy': Community in shock after 13-year-old dies on ATV Mon, 29 Oct 2018 09:58:54 EDT A 13-year-old boy in northeastern New Brunswick is dead after the ATV he was driving crashed.

PC challenge of Saint John Harbour election result sent back to drawing board Mon, 29 Oct 2018 17:13:46 EDT A Court of Queen's Bench judge has expressed concern with unexplained voter irregularities in Saint John Harbour but told Progressive Conservatives they need to better focus their attempt to have it reviewed.

Preliminary inquiry begins for Dorchester guards accused in inmate's death Mon, 29 Oct 2018 15:35:18 EDT A preliminary inquiry has begun for two correctional officers, Alvida Ross, 49, and Mathieu Bourgoin, 32, who are charged in connection with the death of inmate Matthew Hines.

Sackville group proposes K-12 'community learning campus' to replace traditional schools Mon, 29 Oct 2018 15:13:06 EDT A group of citizens in Sackville is trying to change the way new schools are built in New Brunswick as the province's curriculum moves toward more "experiential" learning for students.

TSB calls out fishing industry after deadliest year in more than a decade Saint John Jewish community pays tribute to Pittsburgh shooting victims Had it with construction on the Mactaquac Dam? Here's an update Shippagan settles lawsuit over crab riots Psychiatric assessment sought for alleged Fredericton shooter 5 jurors selected for Dennis Oland's murder retrial so far

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With survival on line, Liberals add 13 more promises to week-old throne speech | One of two brothers arrested after border closure charged in Woodstock | 'Charismatic' convicted killer loses bid to get out of maximum security prison | A Fredericton pilot's view from Uganda

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With survival on line, Liberals add 13 more promises to week-old throne speech Tue, 30 Oct 2018 18:04:32 EDT Brian Gallant's minority Liberal government is offering even more promises to opposition parties in the hopes of winning an all-important series of votes Friday that would allow it to stay in power.

One of two brothers arrested after border closure charged in Woodstock Tue, 30 Oct 2018 11:00:01 EDT Two brothers were arrested during an incident Friday that closed the Canada-U.S. border between Woodstock and Houlton, Maine.

'Charismatic' convicted killer loses bid to get out of maximum security prison Tue, 30 Oct 2018 18:22:21 EDT Randolph Brown was handed a life sentence in 2008 with no parole eligibility until June 2016 after pleading guilty to second-degree murder.

A Fredericton pilot's view from Uganda Tue, 30 Oct 2018 13:22:36 EDT A pilot from Fredericton is home on furlough with his family after four years working for Mission Aviation Fellowship, based in Kampala, Uganda.

NB Power to dodge major carbon taxes after Ottawa proposes looser rules on coal plants 11 jurors now selected for Dennis Oland's murder retrial in 2011 death of father 'Let's rock 'n' roll': Reno complete at once-trashed Saint John hotel Fredericton police declare house fire a case of arson Crash involving 2 police cars ties up traffic in Fredericton's downtown Ex-Liberal minister wants leadership review, despite caucus loyalty pledge to Gallant

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Ambulance debate: Gallant won't violate language rights 'just to stay in power' | Body found on rural road identified as young Fredericton mother | Teen homicide victim Destiny Andersen remembered after court lifts publication ban | Delays forming government means people could go hungry, food depot says

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Ambulance debate: Gallant won't violate language rights 'just to stay in power' Wed, 31 Oct 2018 17:34:33 EDT Facing the likely defeat of his minority government on Friday, Premier Brian Gallant has attacked Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs as someone willing to “cherry-pick” which constitutional rights he’s willing to respect.

Body found on rural road identified as young Fredericton mother Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:32:59 EDT Candace Stevens, whose body was found Oct. 27 on a dirt road northeast of Blackville, is being remembered by friends and colleagues as a 'kind, loving young woman.' Police are treating her death as a homicide.

Teen homicide victim Destiny Andersen remembered after court lifts publication ban Wed, 31 Oct 2018 15:19:29 EDT A court order protecting the identity of 17-year-old Destiny Joy Andersen, a victim of homicide in the Woodstock area in September, was lifted Wednesday at the request of her mother.

Delays forming government means people could go hungry, food depot says Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:01:55 EDT New Brunswick food banks could have less food for hungry people because of the slow process of forming a new provincial government, says the head of the Moncton Food Depot.

Moncton-area ghost story about young 19th-century witch debunked Dennis Oland jury selected, murder retrial begins Tuesday Threats that closed francophone schools in northwest deemed hoaxes J.D. Irving proposes open gypsum mine for Upham Bathurst hospital obstetrics closed again Former governors general must be more accountable on spending, Trudeau says

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Gallant Liberals poised to lose confidence vote Friday | Preliminary inquiry for guards in Matthew Hines case adjourned for 3 weeks | Parties list top priorities under a minority government | Gunman from Miramichi Walmart dies of injuries suffered after chase

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Gallant Liberals poised to lose confidence vote Friday Thu, 1 Nov 2018 12:14:53 EDT The fate of Premier Brian Gallant's Liberal minority government appeared sealed Thursday when all three MLAs from the People's Alliance announced they will vote against the throne speech on Friday.

Preliminary inquiry for guards in Matthew Hines case adjourned for 3 weeks Thu, 1 Nov 2018 17:50:33 EDT Judge Ronald LeBlanc has adjourned a preliminary inquiry for two Dorchester Penitentiary guards charged in the death of inmate Matthew Hines. LeBlanc will hear final arguments from lawyers on Nov. 27.

Parties list top priorities under a minority government Thu, 1 Nov 2018 18:19:24 EDT With a minority government, opposition parties will get a larger voice, so members from three parties shared what’s at the top of their lists on the CBC New Brunswick Political Panel Podcast.

Gunman from Miramichi Walmart dies of injuries suffered after chase Thu, 1 Nov 2018 11:50:43 EDT A 26-year-old man who opened fire at a Walmart in Miramichi on Halloween died of injuries he suffered after being chased by police, RCMP say. A 41-year-old woman who was in the vehicle has been charged with theft and altering a firearm.

One of Halifax-area brothers arrested after N.B.-Maine border closure remanded until Nov. 30 Bathurst obstetrics unit closed because province didn't heed warnings, union says N.B. could be hit with more than 80 mm of rain this weekend Fredericton's growing Muslim community is searching for a permanent cemetery First-ever 'dogbone' interchange coming to Moncton Why you might not want to rake your leaves this fall

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Brian Gallant's minority government defeated after losing confidence vote | Gallant's gone, wet weather and a quiz: It's your weekend briefing | Man accused of killing Candice Kennedy-Faguy sees case adjourned for a month | Wilbur, the wily runaway pig, captured

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Brian Gallant's minority government defeated after losing confidence vote Fri, 2 Nov 2018 05:00:00 EDT Premier Brian Gallant’s minority Liberal government has been defeated in a confidence vote in the New Brunswick Legislature, setting the stage for Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs to be sworn in as premier in the coming weeks.

Gallant's gone, wet weather and a quiz: It's your weekend briefing Fri, 2 Nov 2018 18:05:00 EDT The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news for the week ending Nov. 2.

Man accused of killing Candice Kennedy-Faguy sees case adjourned for a month Fri, 2 Nov 2018 15:36:43 EDT The case of Moncton man Claude Blanchard, charged with first-degree murder in the death of Candice Kennedy-Faguy in September, has been adjourned for a month.

Wilbur, the wily runaway pig, captured Fri, 2 Nov 2018 14:35:51 EDT A runaway pig that evaded capture for weeks in the Nelson area of Miramichi has finally been caught.

31 vacancies, including 6 mayoral spots, up for grabs in municipal byelections Dual storms could drop 80 mm of rain on parts of New Brunswick Future stars of hockey hit the ice in Saint John Irving Shipbuilding wades into court fight over Mark Norman documents Fewer jobs but lower unemployment rate in New Brunswick for October N.B. man dies after pickup overturns on Highway 104

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Half of cannabis stores closed in New Brunswick | Days-long road closure leaves hundreds of Sackville residents far from services | Ex-hockey coach's sexual assault trial hears from alleged victim | Higgs in midst of fast transition, cabinet to be sworn in this week

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Half of cannabis stores closed in New Brunswick Mon, 5 Nov 2018 17:05:31 EST Half of Cannabis NB stores were closed across the province Monday as the company dealt with supply problems.

Days-long road closure leaves hundreds of Sackville residents far from services Mon, 5 Nov 2018 17:43:09 EST People living in West Sackville are facing a 45-minute detour to stores, schools and most services after route 935 flooded on Saturday.

Ex-hockey coach's sexual assault trial hears from alleged victim Mon, 5 Nov 2018 16:53:55 EST Scott Geikie's accuser testified Monday that the former Saint John minor hockey coach sexually assaulted him when he was 12 or 13.

Higgs in midst of fast transition, cabinet to be sworn in this week Mon, 5 Nov 2018 16:06:05 EST Blaine Higgs and his Progressive Conservative cabinet will be sworn into office Friday, just one week after Premier Brian Gallant's Liberal government lost a confidence vote.

RCMP investigating killing of prisoner at Shediac jail Riverview expects 'significant' water rate hike because of algae Fredericton runway reopens for night flights as power outages continue in province Brian Gallant urged to ask for Liberal leadership review to 'clear air' Employer charged after teen's death pleads guilty to safety violation Blaine Higgs set to resurrect debate over shale-gas development

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Cannabis producers defend themselves after 12 store closures | Ex-hockey coach says he didn't know alleged sexual assault victim was underage | People in Sussex hopeful about future as potash mine is closed permanently | Divided opinions as Maine goes to the polls

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Cannabis producers defend themselves after 12 store closures Tue, 6 Nov 2018 18:15:28 EST With 12 of its stores closed on Tuesday, Cannabis NB is blaming producers for not filling initial orders for the newly legalized drug, but two producers say they're not responsible.

Ex-hockey coach says he didn't know alleged sexual assault victim was underage Tue, 6 Nov 2018 18:37:41 EST The former minor hockey coach accused of sexual assault against a minor told Saint John police he thought the boy was 16 when they "fooled around."

People in Sussex hopeful about future as potash mine is closed permanently Tue, 6 Nov 2018 17:49:28 EST It wasn't the news the people of Sussex were hoping to hear: Nutrien Inc. has permanently closed its nearby potash mine after putting the operation on maintenance in early 2016. But residents say the town will keep moving forward.

Divided opinions as Maine goes to the polls Tue, 6 Nov 2018 17:40:21 EST Maine voters will elect one senator, two member of congress, one Governor, 35 state senators, 151 state legislature representatives and numerous representatives for smaller offices.

Power restoration has improved since Arthur, NB Power president says Saint John councillors vote themselves a 10% pay increase Opposition parties open to giving a Blaine Higgs government a try Dennis Oland's murder retrial delayed by 'unexpected legal issue' Saint John's proposed $160M budget inspires confidence and jitters Nutrien permanently closes New Brunswick potash facility

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Teen arrested in Halloween prank that closed northern New Brunswick schools | Rundown Fairport Motel now being demolished | Former coach on trial for sexual assault says he was 'joking around' with minor | Passenger train activist is 'cold and lonely on the station platform'

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Teen arrested in Halloween prank that closed northern New Brunswick schools Wed, 7 Nov 2018 16:49:10 EST A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after allegedly making a prank call to police that closed schools in the province’s North-West Francophone School District last week.

Rundown Fairport Motel now being demolished Wed, 7 Nov 2018 18:03:55 EST The once busy Fairport Motel in west Saint John will be demolished this week, despite an 11th-hour attempt by the Ontario owner to preserve some of the units.

Former coach on trial for sexual assault says he was 'joking around' with minor Wed, 7 Nov 2018 16:29:54 EST The former Saint John hockey coach accused of sexually assaulting a minor and luring a child testified in his own defence Wednesday.

Passenger train activist is 'cold and lonely on the station platform' Wed, 7 Nov 2018 14:41:38 EST A group that pushes for better passenger rail service is wondering what happened to plans by Via Rail for new regional routes in the Maritimes.

Alleged Fredericton shooter will be appointed new lawyer Smart meters would help reduce power outage times, union says Cities optimistic PCs will follow pledges of greater municipal power 'Unexpected legal issue' delays Dennis Oland's murder retrial for 2 weeks 7 New Brunswick communities hit by Canada Post strike She injured her brain in an ATV crash, and is now warning others about safety

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'Making a homeless person homeless again': Moncton demolishes tent camp | Frustration mounts over long power outages in New Brunswick | Residents fear for wetlands, watercourses after reviewing Irving gypsum mine proposal | No weed, no work: Cannabis NB closures affects workers

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'Making a homeless person homeless again': Moncton demolishes tent camp Thu, 8 Nov 2018 17:25:46 EST The City of Moncton has demolished a homeless camp on its property south of West Main Street on Thursday. One of those who says he lived there isn't sure where he'll go now.

Frustration mounts over long power outages in New Brunswick Thu, 8 Nov 2018 18:30:44 EST Frustrated with another widespread power outage, Fredericton-area customers are criticizing NB Power for having "fragile" infrastructure and are calling on the utility to invest more in its system.

Residents fear for wetlands, watercourses after reviewing Irving gypsum mine proposal Thu, 8 Nov 2018 17:56:47 EST People in the Upham area are poring over environmental impact assessments documents released this week on a gypsum mine proposal for the rural community.

No weed, no work: Cannabis NB closures affects workers Thu, 8 Nov 2018 17:37:19 EST Several Cannabis NB retail locations have reopened after a dozen of them were closed earlier this week due to selling out of product.

WorkSafeNB premiums continue to soar to cover 'ever-increasing costs' StatsCan pilot project an 'outrageous' privacy overreach, says cybersecurity expert 2 Fredericton parks damaged in weekend wind storm Illegal pot dispensary is open again as Cannabis NB copes with supply problems Youth arrested after 2 vehicles stolen, 3 businesses broken into in Fredericton About 300 homes and businesses still without power as restoration efforts continue

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Fredericton chamber calls on PCs to end 'skyrocketing' WorkSafeNB premiums | Premier Blaine Higgs cabinet includes all 4 women in caucus, lone francophone | Former hockey coach guilty of sexually assaulting child | Fundy lobster fishermen lose bid to set traps early

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Fredericton chamber calls on PCs to end 'skyrocketing' WorkSafeNB premiums Fri, 9 Nov 2018 18:06:19 EST The Fredericton Chamber of Commerce is calling on the new Progressive Conservative government to follow through on implementing recommendations of the WorkSafeNB task force and put an end to "skyrocketing" premiums.

Premier Blaine Higgs cabinet includes all 4 women in caucus, lone francophone Fri, 9 Nov 2018 08:00:00 EST Blaine Higgs has become New Brunswick's 34th premier and has sworn in a cabinet that he says will get right to work solving the province's problems.

Former hockey coach guilty of sexually assaulting child Fri, 9 Nov 2018 15:25:57 EST A former Saint John hockey coach has been found guilty of sexually assaulting and luring a boy he knew through hockey.

Fundy lobster fishermen lose bid to set traps early Fri, 9 Nov 2018 16:44:47 EST An appeal by Bay of Fundy Lobster fishermen to set their traps Monday instead of Tuesday has been rejected by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

'Spinning our wheels': Councillors quit committee over homelessness inaction Government stalling, politics put Playhouse project at risk, supporters say 20-year-old accused of murdering fellow inmate at Shediac jail Curtains open on sensory-friendly movement in Saint John Here's a full list of Blaine Higgs's new cabinet Kennebecasis officer committed 81 breaches of Police Act, independent report finds

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Heavy smoke forces evacuation at Kings Place Mall in downtown Fredericton | Prof studies why New Brunswickers hate New Brunswick | UNB students smash the stigma of mental health | Old fishing boat goes adrift in Caraquet

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Heavy smoke forces evacuation at Kings Place Mall in downtown Fredericton Mon, 12 Nov 2018 09:26:14 EST Kings Place in downtown Fredericton was evacuated and part of King Street was blocked off to traffic after heavy smoke made its way through the building Monday morning.

Prof studies why New Brunswickers hate New Brunswick Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:21:27 EST St. Thomas professor says most of his students don't know enough about their province's history or literary contributions: 'What they are learning about and are hearing are the stories about our backwardness, not the stories of our success.'

UNB students smash the stigma of mental health Mon, 12 Nov 2018 15:47:38 EST The event was organized by a student chapter of Jack.org, a national group focused on youth mental health founded by a Toronto couple after they lost their 18-year-old son.

Old fishing boat goes adrift in Caraquet Mon, 12 Nov 2018 11:30:09 EST An old fishing boat in Caraquet, N.B., floated away from shore after it broke free from its moorings over the weekend.

Languages commissioner concerned about ongoing 'resentment' toward bilingualism Avenir Centre rock concert will be phone-free zone Parts of New Brunswick could see more than 15 cm of snow Tuesday Finding an environmentally friendly fishing rope 'Appalling' number of impaired driving deaths on ATVs, snowmobiles, says MADD First striped bass fishery in 20 years makes a splash

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Defence says too many experts testified at trial of man convicted of killing girl | Group gets $335,000 federal grant to study pay for caregivers | People's Alliance leader defends party's notion of language rights | Operation Red Nose ready to help high holiday merrymakers

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Defence says too many experts testified at trial of man convicted of killing girl Tue, 13 Nov 2018 18:17:42 EST James Paul Turpin, a Charlo man in his late 30s, was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 10 years in the 2004 death of his girlfriend’s toddler, Kennedy Ann Corrigan. He is appealing the conviction.

Group gets $335,000 federal grant to study pay for caregivers Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:52:07 EST The minister for the status of woman was in Moncton on Tuesday to announce a grant of $335,000 for the New Brunswick Coalition for Pay Equity to address low wages being paid to women who work as caregivers in the private sector.

People's Alliance leader defends party's notion of language rights Tue, 13 Nov 2018 14:51:52 EST People's Alliance Leader Kris Austin lashed back Tuesday at the acting commissioner of official languages, who has suggested the party has attracted supporters by blaming bilingualism for some of the province's problems.

Operation Red Nose ready to help high holiday merrymakers Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:43:14 EST The holiday safe-drive service is gearing up for another year of ferrying merrymakers — including perhaps more people partaking in cannabis — and is looking for volunteers.

Inquest into construction worker's death at Irving Oil headquarters set for Nov. 26 RCMP crack down on N.L. underage ATV drivers, but hit roadblocks with parents Social development minister will not 'shirk' tough questions 'Winter's here': Snow forces some schools to close early Preliminary hearing set for 73-year-old accused of growing 485 cannabis plants NB Power blames backyard power poles for extended blackouts

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Brian Gallant plans to resign as Liberal leader | Let immigrants help solve doctor and nurse shortage, group says | Young humanitarian says village life turned him into advocate | Shots fired through front window injure 21-year-old woman

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Brian Gallant plans to resign as Liberal leader Wed, 14 Nov 2018 17:40:27 EST Former New Brunswick premier Brian Gallant plans to resign as Liberal leader on Thursday, almost two weeks after his government lost a confidence vote in the legislature.

Let immigrants help solve doctor and nurse shortage, group says Wed, 14 Nov 2018 15:36:17 EST Immigrants could be one of the solutions to labour shortages in many fields across the province, particularly health care, says a Moncton group that works with immigrants.

Young humanitarian says village life turned him into advocate Wed, 14 Nov 2018 17:14:43 EST Austin Henderson credits his experience growing up in the New Brunswick village of Salisbury to his involvement in volunteer activities and advocacy.

Shots fired through front window injure 21-year-old woman Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:55:28 EST A 21-year-old woman was injured early Tuesday in a shooting at a home in Somerville, about 20 kilometres north of Woodstock.

Fredericton police officer denies misconduct allegations Fracking talk unearths bad memories for former Elsipogtog chief Woman killed by transport truck while trying to help injured driver Quispamsis 12-year-old vies to be Canada's smartest kid Facing 4 murder charges, Matthew Raymond gets new lawyer More than 12,000 customers lose power in strong winds

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'Break out the signs': Shale gas foes take to the streets again | Gallant's regrets turn to successes in 'jaded' Liberal leader's farewell | Fredericton homeless shelters finding more people at the door | RCMP arrest suspect in 20 gas thefts

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'Break out the signs': Shale gas foes take to the streets again Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:36:32 EST About two dozen anti-shale gas protesters waved signs to the beat of a drum on Thursday outside a Moncton hotel hosting a meeting to discuss natural gas supplies in the Maritimes.

Gallant's regrets turn to successes in 'jaded' Liberal leader's farewell Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:04:11 EST The newly humbled, newly contrite Brian Gallant was a little less humble, a little less contrite Thursday as he announced he would resign as leader of New Brunswick's Liberal Party.

Fredericton homeless shelters finding more people at the door Thu, 15 Nov 2018 16:42:35 EST The executive director of Fredericton's homeless shelters says the number of people using the service has increased by 50 since 2015, and there will be more if the government doesn't step up.

RCMP arrest suspect in 20 gas thefts Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:54:35 EST A Moncton-area man has been arrested after 20 gas thefts in southeast New Brunswick, police said Thursday.

Jury finds Norton man not guilty in sex assault case Court of Appeal green-lights francophone school closure Police search for missing high school exchange students 'With a heavy heart,' Brian Gallant says he'll resign as Liberal leader There's something missing from Moncton's cathedral Nowhere to go: Moncton homeless sleep on abandoned porches, in backyard tents

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Tories consult People's Alliance, leave Greens out in the cold | Winter weather, a leader's lament and the need for nurses: It's your weekend briefing | Ski season starts early at Crabbe Mountain this year | Moncton byelection pits newcomers against longtime politician

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Tories consult People's Alliance, leave Greens out in the cold Fri, 16 Nov 2018 17:00:01 EST Premier Blaine Higgs’s promise to co-operate with all parties in the New Brunswick legislature is evolving into a close relationship with the party that already agrees with him — and a decision to not consult the party that he considers “adversarial.”

Winter weather, a leader's lament and the need for nurses: It's your weekend briefing Fri, 16 Nov 2018 18:00:00 EST The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news for the week ending Nov. 16.

Ski season starts early at Crabbe Mountain this year Fri, 16 Nov 2018 17:55:34 EST Crabbe Mountain, a ski area about 54 kilometres north of Fredericton, is opening its bunny hill a little less than a month before the start of the regular season.

Moncton byelection pits newcomers against longtime politician Fri, 16 Nov 2018 17:27:32 EST A municipal byelection in Moncton's growing Ward 3 pits a longtime politician who previously held the seat against four political newcomers.

First Nation builds tunnel under highway after death of young mother Higgs works on 'backup plan' while he fights carbon tax Snowstorm creates slippery roads for drivers across province Begging to die: Volunteer on mission to help homeless in Fredericton After a lifetime on streets or in jail, one man rescued by new kind of housing Qalipu First Nation and Canada announce reassessment of 58,000 membership applications

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New non-emergency ambulance service won't require bilingual crews | Scrap metal plant 'refuses' to shut down after another loud blast | How a new bracelet can help searchers find lost dementia patients | 'I'm flying on a high': Celebration marks launch of Viola Desmond $10 bill

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New non-emergency ambulance service won't require bilingual crews Mon, 19 Nov 2018 11:23:54 EST The new Progressive Conservative government has unveiled what it says is the first step in fixing the province's ambulance system.

Scrap metal plant 'refuses' to shut down after another loud blast Mon, 19 Nov 2018 16:05:19 EST An investigation is underway at American Iron and Metal in west Saint John after another loud blast rattled homes around the Saint John harbour.

How a new bracelet can help searchers find lost dementia patients Mon, 19 Nov 2018 15:10:47 EST A search and rescue group in the Fredericton area has adopted a new program to help track down people who have cognitive disabilities if they wander off and get lost.

'I'm flying on a high': Celebration marks launch of Viola Desmond $10 bill Mon, 19 Nov 2018 15:44:08 EST About 90 people gathered Monday close to where Viola Desmond's hair salon once stood in Halifax to celebrate the newly circulating $10 banknote featuring the civil rights pioneer.

Nursing students at University of New Brunswick to take mandatory course in Indigenous health What does $48K in renos get you? For one woman, a home stripped bare Kids Help Phone launches nationwide texting program for youth in crisis Moncton wants $400,000 from province for homeless emergency Southern New Brunswick prepares for another 20 cm of snow this week Homelessness among university students bigger than people realize, says prof

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Saint John police board seeks review of officer conduct during Oland jury selection | 5-year-old boy struck by SUV while getting on school bus | Response to Fredericton's homeless puzzles advocate | New minister 'anxious' to see review into child protection system

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Saint John police board seeks review of officer conduct during Oland jury selection Tue, 20 Nov 2018 18:13:10 EST The Saint John Board of Police Commissioners will ask for an independent investigation of an officer's actions during jury selection for Dennis Oland's murder retrial that resulted in a mistrial being declared Tuesday morning.

5-year-old boy struck by SUV while getting on school bus Tue, 20 Nov 2018 16:34:54 EST A five-year-old boy was struck Tuesday morning by an SUV that did not stop behind a bus with flashing red lights. Instead, the vehicle swerved to miss the bus and hit the boy, who was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.

Response to Fredericton's homeless puzzles advocate Tue, 20 Nov 2018 18:46:26 EST Advocates for the homeless and representatives of the City of Fredericton and the province will meet Wednesday to discuss options to address homelessness in the city.

New minister 'anxious' to see review into child protection system Tue, 20 Nov 2018 16:11:47 EST New Brunswickers will have to wait a bit longer to see a review into the province's child protection system.

Noisy metal recycler belongs away from Saint John port, MLA says Higgs promises to balance budget by 2020, energize private sector Why are hundreds of seniors stuck in New Brunswick hospitals? Mistrial declared in Dennis Oland's murder retrial over 'improper' background checks on jurors Non-emergency ambulance service is cost-effective fix, minister says Bike lane proposed for Brookside Drive would be 1st of its kind for city

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Environment minister threatens stop-work order for scrap recycler | Boy hit while boarding school bus awaits surgery | E. coli case in New Brunswick is linked to romaine lettuce | Up to 7 more roundabouts coming to Fredericton

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Environment minister threatens stop-work order for scrap recycler Wed, 21 Nov 2018 17:49:55 EST New Brunswick Environment Minister Jeff Carr says he's prepared to slap a cease-work order on Saint John's American Iron and Metal if he has to.

Boy hit while boarding school bus awaits surgery Wed, 21 Nov 2018 18:00:00 EST Five-year-old Kaleb Goodwin is awaiting surgery at the children's hospital in Halifax after being hit by an SUV while boarding a school bus on Tuesday morning.

E. coli case in New Brunswick is linked to romaine lettuce Wed, 21 Nov 2018 16:34:32 EST A case of E. coli has been confirmed in New Brunswick and linked to contaminated lettuce.

Up to 7 more roundabouts coming to Fredericton Wed, 21 Nov 2018 17:36:13 EST Fredericton may get a lot more roundabouts if council approves a plan laid out by the traffic engineers at city hall.

Liberals deepen federal deficit in response to Trump tax cuts Number of children living in poverty rises to 31,400 Accused Fredericton shooter will undergo psych assessment Revival of shale gas development could be in jeopardy Dennis Oland will again testify in his defence at murder retrial, court hears Dennis Oland defence tried to get judge-alone trial a year ago

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Saint John scrap-metal plant ordered to shut down immediately | Liberals test PC minority with push to bring shale gas issue to a vote | 2 for the price of 1: Snowplow owner gives free plows to those needing help | Homeless advocate says man with signs of frostbite shows need for shelter

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Saint John scrap-metal plant ordered to shut down immediately Thu, 22 Nov 2018 17:08:15 EST After months of loud blasts from American Iron and Metal in west Saint John, the scrap-metal company has been ordered to halt work immediately.

Liberals test PC minority with push to bring shale gas issue to a vote Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:35:51 EST Liberal Leader Brian Gallant has introduced an amendment to the Progressive Conservative government’s throne speech motion calling on the PCs “to continue the moratorium on hydraulic fracturing in all parts of the province.”

2 for the price of 1: Snowplow owner gives free plows to those needing help Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:00:00 EST A Fredericton man is plowing the driveways of those in need for free this winter. And he's hoping his kindness takes off.

Homeless advocate says man with signs of frostbite shows need for shelter Thu, 22 Nov 2018 14:42:56 EST A man was taken to hospital in Moncton on Thursday with signs of frostbite after telling police he spent the night outside in a tent. It shows the city doesn't have time to waste arranging an emergency shelter, says the founder of the Humanity Project.

Alberta distillery thirsty for East Coast expansion 'Explosions' in Boundary Creek came from firearms practice, police say Missing exchange students found safe in Toronto 'Same old Dennis' greeted Richard Oland's secretary in hours before homicide Equipment malfunction to blame for widespread power outages in southeast Computer simulator gives new insight into right whale rope entanglements

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Jury dismissals in Atlantic Canada raise wider issues about vetting: experts | Kris Austin's moment, the Oland saga and plowing it forward: your weekend briefing | St. Mary's First Nation to open homeless shelter next week | Province to ask independent consultant to review flood response

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Jury dismissals in Atlantic Canada raise wider issues about vetting: experts Fri, 23 Nov 2018 18:43:21 EST Jury dismissals in two high-profile Atlantic Canada court cases this week raise issues around jury vetting in the digital age, according to some legal experts.

Kris Austin's moment, the Oland saga and plowing it forward: your weekend briefing Fri, 23 Nov 2018 18:00:00 EST The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news for the week ending Nov. 23.

St. Mary's First Nation to open homeless shelter next week Fri, 23 Nov 2018 18:04:41 EST St. Mary's First Nation is hoping to help the more than 10 homeless members of its community by opening a new shelter at the beginning of next month.

Province to ask independent consultant to review flood response Fri, 23 Nov 2018 17:18:13 EST The government is promising to look into its response to last spring's flood along the St. John River and also offering help to people living in trailers while they wait for their homes to be repaired.

Rothesay plans for development around Spyglass Hill Saint John police role in Dennis Oland jury selection will be investigated 'I've missed him since I was 10 years old:' Woman finds long-lost brother Prof 'shocked' by New Brunswick medical officer's advice about avoiding E. coli 3 more cases of E. coli illness from romaine lettuce confirmed in Canada Dennis Oland murder trial hears about scalp condition, hearing aid and 'touchy-feely' ways

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'I tried to help him': Coroner's inquest probes worker's fatal fall | Suspicious fire destroys warehouse at main Paquetville employer | Rural fire departments struggle to recruit volunteers, says fire chief | New food bank in Stanley nears completion

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'I tried to help him': Coroner's inquest probes worker's fatal fall Mon, 26 Nov 2018 18:34:10 EST Christopher Adam Carleton, a 33-year-old insulator working at the Irving Oil headquarters in Saint John, died on Feb. 6, 2018.

Suspicious fire destroys warehouse at main Paquetville employer Mon, 26 Nov 2018 14:27:02 EST Police are investigating after an overnight fire destroyed a warehouse adjacent to a garage in Paquetville, on the Acadian Peninsula. Police are treating it as arson.

Rural fire departments struggle to recruit volunteers, says fire chief Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:44:09 EST A New Brunswick fire chief says there aren’t enough volunteer firefighters to battle house fires or respond to motor vehicle crashes in rural areas, particularly during the work week.

New food bank in Stanley nears completion Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:43:04 EST Volunteers with the Just Friends Food Bank in Stanley and the 100 people who rely on it will have a new community food centre and teaching kitchen in the coming months.

Messy mix of weather to bring up to 20 cm of snow this week 'It's crazy for sure': Drivers ignore Bayside Drive school zone Fewer people dying from opioids in N.B., new data shows Higgs's bid to revive Energy East 'virtually impossible,' says ex-pipeline exec St. Thomas to apologize to student after wardrobe warning at gym 2 hurt as police cars collide in Fredericton

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Ticket issued to woman who drove into 5-year-old boy | Coroner's inquest into worker death ends with calls for safer equipment | Former bishop's house becomes shelter with 'a lot of dignity' | Teen boy charged in historic church fire accused of separate arson attempt

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Ticket issued to woman who drove into 5-year-old boy Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:05:39 EST The driver who hit a five-year-old boy in Irishtown while he was boarding his bus last Tuesday has been fined $292.50 for allegedly failing to stop for a school bus with its lights flashing.

Coroner's inquest into worker death ends with calls for safer equipment Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:31:54 EST After two days of emotional testimony, the coroner’s inquest into the death of Adam Carleton has concluded with two recommendations from the jury.

Former bishop's house becomes shelter with 'a lot of dignity' Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:49:00 EST Advocates for the rising number of homeless people in Fredericton will open a temporary shelter this week to help keep people warm during the winter.

Teen boy charged in historic church fire accused of separate arson attempt Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:55:59 EST The 14-year-old boy charged in connection with the June fire that destroyed a century-old church in the northeastern village of Bas-Caraquet is also accused of attempting to burn down another building on the Acadian Peninsula.

Nazi reference in poor taste but doesn't break rules, Speaker decides Delay adjourns preliminary inquiry for 2 guards accused in Matthew Hines's death Former Saint John hockey coach sentenced to 35 months in prison Police investigation remains in spotlight at Dennis Oland murder retrial New legislation on the way to curb soaring WorksafeNB premiums Dieppe councillors vote to hike their salaries

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Police waited over a year to interview paramedics, Oland murder trial hears | Former Woolworth's building in uptown Saint John has new owners | Liberals renew efforts to save fracking ban | Seniors living in poverty on the rise in New Brunswick

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Police waited over a year to interview paramedics, Oland murder trial hears Wed, 28 Nov 2018 08:00:14 EST Saint John police waited nearly 16 months to interview the two paramedics who responded to the 911 call about Richard Oland's homicide and 32 months to interview the two funeral employees who helped remove the body from the crime scene, the murder retrial heard on Wednesday.

Former Woolworth's building in uptown Saint John has new owners Wed, 28 Nov 2018 17:38:48 EST Developers appear to be playing a game of hot potato with the former Woolworth's building in Saint John’s uptown.

Liberals renew efforts to save fracking ban Wed, 28 Nov 2018 17:04:34 EST Shale gas politics dominated New Brunswick’s fractured legislature on Wednesday, with the Liberal opposition launching a new effort to keep in place a moratorium on gas development in the province.

Seniors living in poverty on the rise in New Brunswick Wed, 28 Nov 2018 14:02:52 EST A study from the University of Moncton estimates 20.2 per cent of New Brunswick seniors are living in poverty.

Bad weather causes power outages, school closures in northern N.B. Woman found dead after apartment fire in Moncton Why one researcher says it's time to hear from perpetrators of sexual violence Eagle feathers introduced to court system for legal affirmations 'Blasting through': Ex-firefighter calls for move-over signs, update to law St. Thomas University student given formal apology after wardrobe warning

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Opening of emergency out-of-the-cold shelter delayed by zoning | Woman learns of miscarriage after jail denies her ultrasound | Former fire station to house Moncton homeless with provincial help | Forensic officer gave in to superiors who 'wished to view' Oland's body

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Opening of emergency out-of-the-cold shelter delayed by zoning Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:24:15 EST Fredericton's emergency out-of-the-cold shelter opening has been delayed because the building donated by the Anglican church isn't zoned properly.

Woman learns of miscarriage after jail denies her ultrasound Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:03:36 EST A woman who was pregnant while in the Miramichi women's jail said she was denied access to a doctor after she started to bleed and later learned she lost her baby.

Former fire station to house Moncton homeless with provincial help Thu, 29 Nov 2018 11:40:54 EST New Brunswick's minister of social development outlined provincial plans to help homeless people in Moncton and Fredericton this winter.

Forensic officer gave in to superiors who 'wished to view' Oland's body Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:00:00 EST The head of the Saint John Police Force's forensic identification section says he gave in to "several" senior officers who "wished to view" Richard Oland's bludgeoned body before he had processed the bloody crime scene for evidence.

Moncton fire where woman's body found was 'intentionally set' Fredericton council votes against tax-only deficit solution Sex assault perpetrators — not victims — should be focus of research, prof says McAdam sells lots for $1 to lure new people to village Charges laid in Paquetville garage fire Power outages will persist overnight after major storm batters Atlantic Canada

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Hearing set to probe disputed Saint John Harbour election result | An alleged terror hoax, a Nazi reference and a safer Santa parade: Your weekend briefing | Fredericton agrees to let emergency shelter go ahead, despite zoning | Higgs wins confidence vote, set sights on speedy resumption of fracking

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Hearing set to probe disputed Saint John Harbour election result Fri, 30 Nov 2018 18:31:46 EST the lawyer for Progressive Conservative candidate Barry Ogden

An alleged terror hoax, a Nazi reference and a safer Santa parade: Your weekend briefing Fri, 30 Nov 2018 18:33:25 EST The 506er, CBC New Brunswick's newsletter, returns to bring you the major talking points in provincial news for the week ending Nov. 30.

Fredericton agrees to let emergency shelter go ahead, despite zoning Fri, 30 Nov 2018 17:43:24 EST An emergency out-of-the-cold shelter is expected to open in Fredericton Friday night after much debate.

Higgs wins confidence vote, set sights on speedy resumption of fracking Fri, 30 Nov 2018 14:57:04 EST Premier Blaine Higgs won a key confidence vote in the legislature Friday and promptly declared that his cabinet could issue an order before the end of the year to allow shale gas development in the Sussex area.

MLAs discuss forming women's caucus in 'new era' of provincial politics 2 Halifax-area brothers charged with 'terrorist' hoax at U.S. border Red scarves blowing in downtown Moncton send message about HIV/AIDS Blackville makes changes to Santa Claus parade after death of Nova Scotia girl Opened back door 'negated' forensic testing, Dennis Oland murder retrial hears Greenhouse dream fuelled by duck feces just 'a dump' to frustrated neighbours

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Oromocto residents love their snow gates — even if town finds them costly, inefficient | Team rescues stranded loon from frozen Skiff Lake | Another explosion stops AIM from reopening after stop-work order | Hacks to make winter with your car less annoying

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Oromocto residents love their snow gates — even if town finds them costly, inefficient Mon, 3 Dec 2018 17:14:25 EST The snow gate sounds great in theory, but it’s costly and inefficient, according to the supervisor of roads and grounds for Oromocto, the only town in Atlantic Canada to use snow gates.

Team rescues stranded loon from frozen Skiff Lake Mon, 3 Dec 2018 16:48:00 EST When it comes to rescuing a baby loon in a small pool of water, all you really need is a kayak, a fishing net and a soaring heart.

Another explosion stops AIM from reopening after stop-work order Mon, 3 Dec 2018 16:31:32 EST American Iron and Metal's probationary period ended Monday before it even started after another explosion at the scrap-metal recycling yard next to Saint John Harbour.

Hacks to make winter with your car less annoying Mon, 3 Dec 2018 15:38:12 EST CBC New Brunswick tested some cold-weather car hacks to keep your vehicle clean and protected from the elements this winter.

A deluge of candidates for some municipal byelections, none at all for others Oromocto food bank sees 800 new users in past 8 months Volunteers needed for Fredericton's new emergency shelter Senior financial abuse an 'unknown epidemic' This fierce-looking creature could be the only complete sea mink skin left of the extinct species Moncton considers tax credit changes after developer threatens to scrap $25M hotel

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Algonquin Power buys Enbridge Gas New Brunswick for $331M | Man charged with a terrorist hoax pleads not guilty, denied bail | CN worker killed in accident at Edmundston rail yard | Rare two-toned lobster finds new home at Saint Andrews aquarium

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Algonquin Power buys Enbridge Gas New Brunswick for $331M Tue, 4 Dec 2018 18:20:19 EST Canada’s largest natural-gas pipeline company is dumping its once-troubled New Brunswick retail gas system less than two decades after it entered the provincial market.

Man charged with a terrorist hoax pleads not guilty, denied bail Tue, 4 Dec 2018 17:09:40 EST One of two men charged with committing a hoax related to terrorist activity at the Canada- U.S. border in October pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Woodstock provincial court and was denied bail.

CN worker killed in accident at Edmundston rail yard Tue, 4 Dec 2018 15:36:40 EST Initial indications are that the man, whose identity has not been released, was killed as a railcar reversed at the Edmundston yard at about 8:30 a.m., says Eric Collard of the Transportation and Safety Board of Canada.

Rare two-toned lobster finds new home at Saint Andrews aquarium Tue, 4 Dec 2018 16:00:00 EST Jethro the lobster has been delighting patrons at the Saint Andrews, N.B., aquarium with his unusual colouring, which is perfectly split down his body — one half blackish-brown, one half bright orange.

Accused Fredericton shooter Matthew Raymond found fit to stand trial Richard Oland survived only 'minutes,' son's murder trial hears Preliminary hearing set for Moncton man accused of killing Candice Kennedy-Faguy Accused of attempted murder of baby, Carson Bennett pleads guilty to aggravated assault Small businesses can't find workers, says group calling for new immigrant plan Average Fredericton household will pay $22 more in taxes next year

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CN employee killed in workplace accident identified | Higgs asks feds to back off regulations for industrial emitters | Trotting out the turkey costume for a good cause | Energy minister expects 'smooth' natural gas utility transition

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CN employee killed in workplace accident identified Wed, 5 Dec 2018 15:07:50 EST People in the Edmundston area are reeling after a 33-year-old CN employee died in a workplace accident at the local rail yard Tuesday.

Higgs asks feds to back off regulations for industrial emitters Wed, 5 Dec 2018 16:42:05 EST The Progressive Conservative government is asking the federal government to put on hold plans to impose emissions regulations on industrial emitters in the province in the new year.

Trotting out the turkey costume for a good cause Wed, 5 Dec 2018 18:00:00 EST Bessborough School principal Nick Mattatall dressed up as a turkey, to help deliver a big donation to the 21st annual Sue Stultz/Moncton Firefighters Turkey Drive Wednesday. He was accompanied by 560 students, who donated 150 turkeys.

Energy minister expects 'smooth' natural gas utility transition Wed, 5 Dec 2018 18:45:43 EST The province's energy minister says the government will do its best to help lower natural gas prices following the sale of Enbridge Gas New Brunswick.

Dennis Oland murder retrial focuses on forensic evidence Vachon log cake shortage spurs cross-border hunt for holiday treat 2 men arrested after highway chase across Nova Scotia-New Brunswick border Education council rejects Sackville group's K-12 'community learning campus' pitch Gas leak at Centennial Building in downtown Fredericton 'under control' More North Atlantic right whales spotted in gulf, few in shallow waters

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Student with cerebral palsy nails 3-pointer when on-court dream comes true | 2021 Francophonie Games could cost taxpayers 7 times more than expected | RCMP seek person of interest related to Moncton murder | 2 Riverview men facing 27 charges following N.S. robbery and home invasion

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Student with cerebral palsy nails 3-pointer when on-court dream comes true Thu, 6 Dec 2018 18:14:06 EST Ben Mowat lives with cerebral palsy and has always dreamed of playing basketball in front of his entire high school in Moncton. His dream came true Wednesday night after a teammate gave up his spot, and Mowat did not disappoint.

2021 Francophonie Games could cost taxpayers 7 times more than expected Thu, 6 Dec 2018 15:46:30 EST Moncton and Dieppe made the bid to host the Francophonie Games in 2015 based on a $17-million budget, but Radio-Canada has learned that number has now swelled to $130 million.

RCMP seek person of interest related to Moncton murder Thu, 6 Dec 2018 16:27:05 EST RCMP are trying to locate 43-year-old Amanda McFarlane to speak with her about the murder of Candice Kennedy-Faguy, who was found dead near Moncton Hospital in September.

2 Riverview men facing 27 charges following N.S. robbery and home invasion Thu, 6 Dec 2018 16:31:13 EST Two men from Riverview, just outside of Moncton, are facing 27 charges following a robbery and home invasion in Nova Scotia that lead police on a chase into New Brunswick Tuesday.

Don't count on Quebec backing Energy East pipeline revival, province's premier warns Ottawa rejects Higgs's request to delay carbon plan for industry Richard Oland likely drank alcohol before he was killed, son's murder trial hears Projected provincial deficit drops by $57M Fracking and a carbon plan: You can't do both, says Green leader 'This is an epidemic': Researcher wants action on violence against women

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Sticker shock: Moncton councillors balk at Francophonie Games price | AIM scrap yard can resume Saint John operations for trial period, says province | Dennis Oland 'really surprised' police let him go after interrogation about father's slaying | Moncton warns residents of phone scam exploiting new shelter

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Sticker shock: Moncton councillors balk at Francophonie Games price Fri, 7 Dec 2018 18:12:58 EST Two Moncton councillors say there’s no appetite to increase the city’s funding commitment to co-host the Francophonie Games in 2021, while another is leaving the door open.

AIM scrap yard can resume Saint John operations for trial period, says province Fri, 7 Dec 2018 17:20:36 EST American Iron and Metal’s Saint John Harbour location has been told by the Department of Environment that it can resume operations immediately for 90 days.

Dennis Oland 'really surprised' police let him go after interrogation about father's slaying Fri, 7 Dec 2018 14:33:15 EST Dennis Oland was "really surprised" Saint John police let him go after his five-hour interrogation the day his father's bludgeoned body was discovered.

Moncton warns residents of phone scam exploiting new shelter Fri, 7 Dec 2018 18:06:18 EST The City of Moncton and its fire department are warning residents to be aware of a phone scam that asks for money to support the local out-of-the-cold shelter.

Lifting of chocolate-milk ban will drive up alarming obesity rate, groups say 'Glitches' with new Belleisle ferry blamed for disruptions New Brunswick adds 1,700 jobs, but unemployment rate rises in November Family of murdered woman left in dark by province Fredericton council balances 2019 budget with fee hikes and capital cuts No clear strategy to get fracking consent, says energy minister

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Volunteer firefighters question Tracadie's decision to dump them | What to consider before you donate to a food bank | Bob Murphy named as new host of CBC Radio's Maritime Noon | Think first before giving a pet to your family this holiday season

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Volunteer firefighters question Tracadie's decision to dump them Mon, 10 Dec 2018 16:33:25 EST Volunteer firefighters, some with 38 years of service, are questioning why they were ousted from the fire department they helped build in the Tracadie area.

What to consider before you donate to a food bank Mon, 10 Dec 2018 17:00:00 EST About 850,000 people in Canada rely on food banks. When you donate money instead of cans, non-profits can buy much more food for families in need.

Bob Murphy named as new host of CBC Radio's Maritime Noon Mon, 10 Dec 2018 17:19:11 EST Veteran journalist Bob Murphy has been named as the new host of CBC Radio's weekday call-in and current affairs show Maritime Noon.

Think first before giving a pet to your family this holiday season Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:02:46 EST Don’t rush to adopt animals during the holiday season, says Dave Rogers, the executive director of the Greater Moncton SPCA.

Ex-deputy police chief made false statements at Oland murder trial, investigator finds Soaring cost of Francophonie Games 'terrible timing' for Higgs Yvon Durelle's famous fight 60 years ago celebrated in exhibit 'Stolen' SUV returned to owner with full tank of gas Municipal elections to be held Monday in 17 locations across province Appeal Court backs Irving in dispute with wood marketing board

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Province promises to help Fredericton with shooting costs | PCs dramatically cut infrastructure spending in capital budget | David Coon's Greens benefiting from post-election turmoil, polls suggest | Premier open to probe into $130M cost of Francophonie Games

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Province promises to help Fredericton with shooting costs Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:50:10 EST The City of Fredericton is getting some help paying for the costs associated with the fatal shootings of two police officers and two civilians on Aug. 10.

PCs dramatically cut infrastructure spending in capital budget Tue, 11 Dec 2018 12:48:04 EST The new Progressive Conservative government is dramatically scaling back spending on infrastructure with a capital budget almost one-third lower than what the previous Liberal government had planned.

David Coon's Greens benefiting from post-election turmoil, polls suggest Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:00:00 EST Post-election polls indicate the Greens are the only party to have made significant gains since the September vote.

Premier open to probe into $130M cost of Francophonie Games Tue, 11 Dec 2018 14:57:27 EST New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs says he's open to asking a legislature committee to investigate how the cost of the Francophonie Games rose to $130 million from $17 million.

Police find woman sought as person of interest after Moncton homicide Economists question 2021 Francophonie Games spinoff figures Dennis Oland's blood-stained jacket was dry cleaned hours after police questioning Accused Fredericton shooter will undergo psychiatric assessment Some residents disgruntled by emergency shelter, says Fredericton doctor Sears customers told to continue paying for worthless extended warranties

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4 members of Francophonie Games committee resign over controversy | The giant on the hill: a look at Fredericton's big tree | Opposition members fume over PC delays to projects | Opposition bill would do away with industrial property-tax exemptions

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4 members of Francophonie Games committee resign over controversy Wed, 12 Dec 2018 18:04:56 EST President of the board Eric Mathieu Doucet is resigning, along with members Mirelle Cyr, Eric Cormier and Kim Rayworth. Board vice-president Linda Schofield announced her resignation earlier in the day, citing personal reasons.

The giant on the hill: a look at Fredericton's big tree Wed, 12 Dec 2018 17:38:49 EST Gaze across the St. John River from Fredericton's south side and your eyes might lock on a towering tree cresting the horizon. "What is the deal with that massive tree?" you might wonder.

Opposition members fume over PC delays to projects Wed, 12 Dec 2018 17:47:46 EST Opposition members protested Wednesday against the deferral of infrastructure projects by the Blaine Higgs government, and their concern about the spending cuts was shared by federal cabinet minister Dominic LeBlanc.

Opposition bill would do away with industrial property-tax exemptions Wed, 12 Dec 2018 16:03:25 EST Liberal MLA Gerry Lowe will introduce a bill that seeks to have big industry pay higher property taxes with the hope residents, the people of Saint John in particular, will end up paying less.

Red Rover cider producer eyes Chinese market Brian Hicks returns to Moncton council ready to scrap over spending Richard Oland's missing cellphone sent lead homicide investigator on journey Minister defends new school for colleague's riding while other projects postponed Rarely recorded nova caught on tape with the help of Sackville professor Province's 'financially sound candidacy' touted among reasons to select Francophonie Games bid

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Consultant's report says 2021 games could be held for $115M | Dennis Oland murder trial hears new details of unexplored evidence in homicide | After 52 years, Fredericton diner known for its pies and '50s feel will close | Saint John ordered 33 demolitions this year

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Consultant's report says 2021 games could be held for $115M Thu, 13 Dec 2018 16:59:46 EST An independent review of the $130 million business plan to host the 2021 Francophonie Games in Dieppe and Moncton concludes the event could be held for $115.3 million.

Dennis Oland murder trial hears new details of unexplored evidence in homicide Thu, 13 Dec 2018 08:00:00 EST Dennis Oland's murder retrial heard new details Thursday about evidence found in a wooded area on Saint John's west side more than a month after his father Richard Oland was killed.

After 52 years, Fredericton diner known for its pies and '50s feel will close Thu, 13 Dec 2018 18:13:31 EST After 52 years, Frank's Finer Diner will close before Christmas. The Fredericton restaurant started in 1966 as a fish and chips shack and later earned a reputation for its pies, 1950s feel and model train.

Saint John ordered 33 demolitions this year Thu, 13 Dec 2018 18:32:04 EST A 2011 provincial legislation has been instrumental in helping Saint John gets its abandoned building problem under control.

Minister says cancelling Fredericton courthouse worth the savings Break-in during flood brings 18-month jail sentence PCs' decision to curtail big projects can cut both ways, credit-rating agency says Employers to pay smaller WorkSafe premium increase than expected Distillers argue NB Liquor's markups are like 'paying the mob' Young beluga in Summerside 'lives a dangerous life'

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Gallant doesn't 'know exactly when' he recused himself from Francophonie Games decisions | Edmundston mayor seeks 'comprehensive' study of proposed new bridge to Maine | Merry, bright, not so white: Climatologist makes Christmas prediction | 'Amazing': City Market show raises $58K for Harbour Lights campaign

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Gallant doesn't 'know exactly when' he recused himself from Francophonie Games decisions Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:33:14 EST Former premier Brian Gallant talked to the news media for the first time since the controversy broke out over the skyrocketing costs of the 2021 Francophonie Games.

Edmundston mayor seeks 'comprehensive' study of proposed new bridge to Maine Fri, 14 Dec 2018 17:51:17 EST The federal government is looking for public input on if an environmental impact study should be done when the Madawaska-Edmundston international bridge is replaced.

Merry, bright, not so white: Climatologist makes Christmas prediction Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:59:54 EST The fall of 2018 has been the coldest in 32 years, but we may still see a green Christmas.

'Amazing': City Market show raises $58K for Harbour Lights campaign Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:39:04 EST CBC Information Morning Saint John's annual Christmas at the City Market show raised about $58,000 within a couple of hours Friday for the Harbour Lights Campaign in support of food banks in southwestern New Brunswick.

If the Francophonie Games are cancelled, New Brunswick could still have to pay Woman dead after head-on crash on Route 126 Affordable housing shortage in Fredericton 'entering a crisis': specialist

After 52 years, Fredericton diner known for its pies and '50s feel will close

Consultant's report says 2021 games could be held for $115M

$13M has been spent, but cancelling Fredericton courthouse worth the savings, says minister

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PC government going ahead with review of bilingual hiring demands for paramedics: languages commish | Axing new Fredericton courthouse hurts anyone who goes to court, lawyer says | Becca's mom urges people to donate blood over holidays | Conservation group tries to save aging Musquash Head Lighthouse

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PC government going ahead with review of bilingual hiring demands for paramedics: languages commish Mon, 17 Dec 2018 18:23:27 EST New Brunswick’s official languages commissioner says the Higgs government will go ahead with a judicial review aimed at resolving apparent contradictions between two rulings on bilingual hiring requirements for paramedics.

Axing new Fredericton courthouse hurts anyone who goes to court, lawyer says Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:12:21 EST An indefinite halt to the Fredericton courthouse project will have a huge impact on anyone dealing with the courts, including people waiting for developments in family law cases, a local lawyer says.

Becca's mom urges people to donate blood over holidays Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:37:51 EST The mother of the late Rebecca Schofield, who inspired people with her #BeccaToldMeTo campaign, is asking people to remember her daughter's legacy by donating blood this Christmas.

Conservation group tries to save aging Musquash Head Lighthouse Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:53:41 EST A conservation group is hoping to preserve an aging lighthouse at the entrance to Musquash Harbour on the Bay of Fundy before the structure is damaged beyond repair.

Insurers bring case against Bathurst diocese to Supreme Court A stormy, snowy start to the week with a mild, rainy finish Fire in Saint John's old north end deemed suspicious Weather woes push NB Power hydro production to a 30-year low Elsipogtog woman blames Moncton sex traffickers for sister's death Many New Brunswick schools close ahead of Monday's winter storm

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Traumatized Fredericton woman describes life after husband tried to kill her | Tories loosen bilingual hiring requirements for paramedics in certain areas | Trial delayed for Halifax-area brothers charged with terrorist hoax | Five U.S. nationals arrested, fined for fishing in Passamaquoddy Bay

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Traumatized Fredericton woman describes life after husband tried to kill her Tue, 18 Dec 2018 17:59:32 EST The Fredericton man who tried to kill his wife with a replica sword and a pickaxe stared at the floor as the victim described how her life has changed since the brutal overnight attack last Jan. 6.

Tories loosen bilingual hiring requirements for paramedics in certain areas Tue, 18 Dec 2018 16:40:07 EST The New Brunswick government plans to weaken the bilingual hiring requirements for temporary full-time paramedic positions in areas of the province where there is less demand for second-language service.

Trial delayed for Halifax-area brothers charged with terrorist hoax Tue, 18 Dec 2018 17:12:44 EST The trial of two Halifax-area brothers charged jointly with committing a terrorist hoax that temporarily closed a New Brunswick-Maine border crossing will be pushed back.

Five U.S. nationals arrested, fined for fishing in Passamaquoddy Bay Tue, 18 Dec 2018 16:21:47 EST A U.S. Passamaquoddy fisherman says he doesn’t go out of his way to fish lobster in Canadian waters. The border is a mile away from his reserve in Maine, and keeping to it means he can’t earn a living.

International group steers clear of Francophonie Games cost controversy Naturopaths can't suggest they're 'medically trained,' New Brunswick judge rules Province's $1.5-billion tourism industry faces shortage of workers Winter storm warning issued for parts of New Brunswick New air passenger bill flawed, but at least it's a step, CAA Atlantic says Indigenous women 'easy prey' for human traffickers

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Flemming's rhetoric on bilingual paramedics doesn't reflect province's position, says Higgs | Composite decking led to 2.4-metre fall from ladder, says carpenter | New stop signs promote Wolastoqey language at Kingsclear First Nation | Municipal leaders seek reforms in new year

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Flemming's rhetoric on bilingual paramedics doesn't reflect province's position, says Higgs Wed, 19 Dec 2018 16:34:05 EST Premier Blaine Higgs has distanced himself from his own health minister's blustery comments on language laws, court rulings and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Composite decking led to 2.4-metre fall from ladder, says carpenter Wed, 19 Dec 2018 18:29:49 EST Terry Peterson was climbing up a ladder to fix the roofing tiles on a home in Hartland on Oct. 27 when the ladder slipped and he fell 2.4 metres.

New stop signs promote Wolastoqey language at Kingsclear First Nation Wed, 19 Dec 2018 17:46:44 EST New stop signs at Kingsclear First Nation are doing more than just telling people to stop. The new signs have the Wolastoqey translation above the English.

Municipal leaders seek reforms in new year Wed, 19 Dec 2018 16:45:51 EST Municipal leaders across New Brunswick are hoping the new year will bring some important changes to their relationship with the province and how they pay for municipal services.

Hearing into Saint John Harbour election result halted over alleged improprieties Fredericton church opens doors to homeless after overflow at new emergency shelter Sex trafficking 'definitely happening' and 'definitely on the rise' Missing 64-year-old man found safe, Saint John police say High hopes for secretive working group's report on rescuing Saint John Riverview knitting sisterhood has 'Busy Hands' and big hearts

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Francophonie Games' governing body seeks 'more realistic' approach to bid budgets | Weakened bilingual requirements for paramedics violates languages act, says commissioner | Judge to decide in April whether prison guards will stand trial for manslaughter | Tories accuse Elections NB of secrecy in Saint John Harbour court challenge

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Francophonie Games' governing body seeks 'more realistic' approach to bid budgets Thu, 20 Dec 2018 18:00:00 EST The Francophonie Games' governing body says it is considering changes to a conventional budget in a hosting application guide that New Brunswick used for its $17.5-million bid three years ago.

Weakened bilingual requirements for paramedics violates languages act, says commissioner Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:50:24 EST New Brunswick's official languages commissioner says newly announced changes to hiring practices at Ambulance New Brunswick violate the Official Languages Act and should not go ahead.

Judge to decide in April whether prison guards will stand trial for manslaughter Thu, 20 Dec 2018 16:21:20 EST Two Dorchester Penitentiary guards will have to wait until April 5 to find out whether they'll go to trial on criminal charges related to the death of inmate Matthew Hines.

Tories accuse Elections NB of secrecy in Saint John Harbour court challenge Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:52:08 EST Some New Brunswick Tories are ramping up social media pressure on Elections New Brunswick even as their court challenge on the Saint John Harbour race remains before the Court of Queen's Bench.

RCMP search for 2 missing Moncton men Switch to Grade 1 immersion the crux of lower provincial test scores, says minister Ottawa should cut equalization to force provinces to develop resources, Higgs says Liberals lay out proposed rules for cannabis 'edibles' CFL to host regular-season game in Atlantic Canada in 2019 Q&A: Lessons from living (almost) plastic-free for a month

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Robert Gauvin questions future with PCs, 'came close' to quitting | Sherbrooke's bid to host Francophonie Games ranked higher than New Brunswick's | 'Leaked' document in Saint John Harbour court challenge won't be public 'for now,' judge rules | Nashwaak River may surpass flood stage

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Robert Gauvin questions future with PCs, 'came close' to quitting Fri, 21 Dec 2018 16:24:50 EST The lone francophone cabinet minister in the Blaine Higgs Progressive Conservative government is warning that he's pondering his future within the party.​

Sherbrooke's bid to host Francophonie Games ranked higher than New Brunswick's Fri, 21 Dec 2018 16:04:01 EST A confidential document obtained by Radio-Canada reveals an assessment of the bids to host the 2021 Francophonie Games gave top points to Sherbrooke, Que.

'Leaked' document in Saint John Harbour court challenge won't be public 'for now,' judge rules Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:00:00 EST A "leaked" Elections New Brunswick document related to a court challenge of the Saint John Harbour riding result will not be made public "for now," and the lawyer who obtained it will not be removed from the case, a judge ruled Friday.

Nashwaak River may surpass flood stage Fri, 21 Dec 2018 15:36:01 EST The Nashwaak River may surpass the flood stage Sunday, according to the Department of Public Safety.

Mounting number of snow days prompts minister to seek solution Why to raise a toast at 6:20 p.m. — and other ways to mark today's winter solstice Man behind 2014 college machete attack living in Moncton after release from hospital CBC New Brunswick's Feed A Family campaign exceeds goal Rain, freezing rain warnings force many schools to close 'I am another man': After 3 years outside, homeless Moncton man moves indoors

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Recovering alcoholic celebrates Christmas sober for first time in years | New Brunswick's highest-paid doctor earns up to $1.7M a year | NB Power CEO's salary tops provincial government list | Frank's returns: New owner to reopen Fredericton diner in 2019

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Recovering alcoholic celebrates Christmas sober for first time in years Mon, 24 Dec 2018 17:01:16 EST Penny Osborne says her memories of Christmas past are blurred from drinking too much beer, but this year will be different with the help of an addiction treatment program in Saint John.

New Brunswick's highest-paid doctor earns up to $1.7M a year Mon, 24 Dec 2018 16:40:00 EST The highest-paid physician in New Brunswick last year earned up to $1.7 million, according to figures released by the Department of Health.

NB Power CEO's salary tops provincial government list Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:46:07 EST More than 2,200 provincial employees received salaries of $100,000 or more in the past fiscal year, according to the New Brunswick 2017-18 blue book.

Frank's returns: New owner to reopen Fredericton diner in 2019 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:53:31 EST Frank’s Finer Diner may be closed, but it won’t stay that way for long. Soon the train will be chugging along again, the pies will be on the shelves, and the doors will be open.

White Christmas not in the cards for most of southern New Brunswick Water levels dip below flood stage for most of New Brunswick 70-year-old pedestrian dies after being struck by SUV Romaine lettuce now safe to eat, Public Health Agency says Homemade pickles pulled from store shelves in 'grinchy' government crackdown 'A beautiful surprise': Christmas wish for a better home granted to Brantville couple

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The gift of family: Long-lost sisters reunite on Christmas Day | Feds, Irving ask trade tribunal to toss challenge to warship contract | More Salad Shake Ups recalled due to possible Listeria contamination | Emergency women's shelters ready for what can be unsafe time

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The gift of family: Long-lost sisters reunite on Christmas Day Tue, 25 Dec 2018 07:00:00 EST Susan Rice only wants one thing for Christmas this year — to meet her long lost-sister of more than 50 years.

Feds, Irving ask trade tribunal to toss challenge to warship contract Tue, 25 Dec 2018 15:02:52 EST In separate submissions to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, the federal procurement department and Irving say the challenge filed by Alion Science and Technology of Virginia does not meet the requirements for a tribunal hearing.

More Salad Shake Ups recalled due to possible Listeria contamination Tue, 25 Dec 2018 09:54:55 EST The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says Eat Smart Salad Shake Ups in Tropical Lime, Asian Sesame and Sweet Kale may be contaminated with Listeria.

Emergency women's shelters ready for what can be unsafe time Tue, 25 Dec 2018 08:00:55 EST While many people are taking time off at Christmas, women's shelter workers are ready to take calls day or night, knowing the stress of the holidays can make some homes unsafe.

Recovering alcoholic celebrates Christmas sober for first time in years

New Brunswick's highest-paid doctor earns up to $1.7M a year

NB Power CEO's salary tops provincial government list

Frank's returns: New owner to reopen Fredericton diner in 2019

White Christmas not in the cards for most of southern New Brunswick Water levels dip below flood stage for most of New Brunswick

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RCMP investigating death of St. Stephen woman as homicide | Province could see 15 centimetres of snow on Friday | Top 9: 2018's most-loved #mycbcnb Instagrams | The gift of family: Long-lost sisters reunite on Christmas Day

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RCMP investigating death of St. Stephen woman as homicide Wed, 26 Dec 2018 14:00:00 EST New Brunswick RCMP's Major Crime Unit and the West District RCMP are investigating the suspected homicide of a 52-year-old woman.

Province could see 15 centimetres of snow on Friday Wed, 26 Dec 2018 10:08:47 EST Some areas of the province could see 15 centimetres of snow or 25 millimetres of rain by the end of this week.

Top 9: 2018's most-loved #mycbcnb Instagrams Wed, 26 Dec 2018 06:00:00 EST These are CBC New Brunswick's #TopNine photos of 2018.

The gift of family: Long-lost sisters reunite on Christmas Day Tue, 25 Dec 2018 07:00:00 EST Susan Rice only wants one thing for Christmas this year — to meet her long lost-sister of more than 50 years.

Feds, Irving ask trade tribunal to toss challenge to warship contract

More Salad Shake Ups recalled due to possible Listeria contamination

Emergency women's shelters ready for what can be unsafe time

Recovering alcoholic celebrates Christmas sober for first time in years New Brunswick's highest-paid doctor earns up to $1.7M a year NB Power CEO's salary tops provincial government list

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Police association slams Police Act investigation into ex-deputy police chief | Healing lodge's future brighter after crowdfunding campaign | Grand Manan ferry to run for the first time on New Year's Day | 2nd-degree murder charge laid in Christmas Eve death of St. Stephen woman

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Police association slams Police Act investigation into ex-deputy police chief Thu, 27 Dec 2018 17:50:55 EST The association representing municipal police officers is criticizing the way the New Brunswick Police Commission handled a Police Act investigation into former Saint John deputy police chief Glen McCloskey.

Healing lodge's future brighter after crowdfunding campaign Thu, 27 Dec 2018 18:00:00 EST Two years after Percy Sacobie built a healing lodge in memory of his brother, he thought he had to shut it down because it was too expensive to run.

Grand Manan ferry to run for the first time on New Year's Day Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:49:04 EST The Grand Manan ferry will run for the first time on Jan. 1 after an agreement between the Village of Grand Manan, the provincial government and Coastal Transportation Ltd.

2nd-degree murder charge laid in Christmas Eve death of St. Stephen woman Thu, 27 Dec 2018 11:50:57 EST A man accused of killing a 52-year-old mother from St. Stephen was ordered to stay away from her before she died, Saint John provincial court heard Thursday.

Bathurst-born BBC correspondent 'overwhelmed' by Order of Canada appointment A new sister for Christmas: Long-lost siblings can't stop looking at each other 'Un-retired' senior is 'loving life' as personal support worker Temporary shelters ease Moncton's homeless crunch, organizers say Blaine Higgs embraces challenges — and they are many University says Francophonie Games group sought infrastructure 'wish list'

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Brian Gallant moves up departure from helm of Liberal Party | Maritime tradition of ice fishing starts early | When you toss your Christmas tree, aim for your backyard, conservation group asks | Codiac RCMP search for 2 missing 14-year-old girls

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Brian Gallant moves up departure from helm of Liberal Party Fri, 28 Dec 2018 13:23:18 EST Former premier Brian Gallant says he'll step down as leader of the Liberal Party earlier than planned.

Maritime tradition of ice fishing starts early Fri, 28 Dec 2018 17:30:32 EST An early winter wasn't on the top of the wish list for many New Brunswickers, but for ice fishermen it was a welcome surprise.

When you toss your Christmas tree, aim for your backyard, conservation group asks Fri, 28 Dec 2018 14:37:50 EST If you put up a real Christmas tree for the holidays, you're now faced with getting rid of it.

Codiac RCMP search for 2 missing 14-year-old girls Fri, 28 Dec 2018 15:39:03 EST The Codiac RCMP are looking for two 14-year-old girls in Moncton who are believed to be together.

Province still a bargain for homebuyers as sales climb, CREA says Emma, William top baby names this year in New Brunswick A mix of snow and freezing rain is heading across New Brunswick Everyone leaves with a smile: Memramcook toy collector making up for lost time 'A sad relief': Tunnel under Route 102 in Kingsclear now open 'Big sister, little sister' celebrate match made 25 years ago

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Fredericton Transit won't stop on hills during messy winter weather | Operation Red Nose to go ahead on New Year's Eve | Saint John parking payment system breached 'multiple' times since May 2017 | No recommendations made in infant's death, says child death review committee

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Fredericton Transit won't stop on hills during messy winter weather Mon, 31 Dec 2018 18:02:23 EST Transit officials are urging users who normally catch a bus on one of Fredericton's steep hills to make their way to either the top or bottom in bad weather — because the buses won't stop for them otherwise.

Operation Red Nose to go ahead on New Year's Eve Mon, 31 Dec 2018 16:49:06 EST As winter weather wallops most of New Brunswick on New Year's Eve, an organization that brings party-goers home safely is expected to proceed with its work.

Saint John parking payment system breached 'multiple' times since May 2017 Mon, 31 Dec 2018 15:14:49 EST A preliminary investigation into the data breach that forced the City of Saint John to shut down its online parking payment system has traced the first instance of malicious activity to May 2017.

No recommendations made in infant's death, says child death review committee Mon, 31 Dec 2018 10:43:23 EST The province's Child Death Review Committee has made no recommendations into the death of a three-month-old boy who died unexpectedly from an undetermined cause.

CBC New Brunswick's most-watched videos of 2018 No dead North Atlantic right whales were found in the Gulf of St. Lawrence this year Howling on the trail: Women's adventure group hosts last walk of 2018 N.B. non-profit housing in peril as advocates await provincial strategy Mill Cove family still dealing with aftermath of historic spring flood Snow in forecast to start the New Year in N.B.