The former chief of Fort Folly First Nation, who was known as an environmental activist, died late last month at the age of 84, leaving behind a lasting legacy. Joseph Knockwood, from the First Nation community near Dorchester, in southeastern New Brunswick, was well-known for his efforts to have the causeway that linked Moncton and Riverview for decades removed, in order to reintroduce salmon intoContinue reading “Former Fort Folly First Nation chief remembered as environmental steward, avid fisher”
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Man dead after fire at Saint John encampment
A 44-year-old man found burned in a fire at a Saint John homeless encampment has died, police say. Crews responding to the fire Saturday night near the Main Street Viaduct over Route 1 found the man with extensive injuries. He was pronounced dead on Sunday. On Monday afternoon, Saint John Police identified the man as PeterContinue reading “Man dead after fire at Saint John encampment”
Saint John business hits the big league at Hollywood’s Golden Globes
It’s Golden Globes weekend in Los Angeles, where A-list celebrities walk the red carpet and gather for Sunday night’s annual awards for television and film. And this year a New Brunswicker is part of the action. Saint John entrepreneur Alisha Anderson is in the middle of all that excitement, thanks to her makeup line, Dioné Cosmetics. SheContinue reading “Saint John business hits the big league at Hollywood’s Golden Globes”
Dramatic dog rescue a reminder of ice safety amid rapidly changing weather
Friends Kathy Nixon and Keith Dobbin, and their dogs Skye and Abby, were out for their daily walk in Lincoln’s Thatch Road Park, along the Oromocto River, on Thursday morning. Everything was going as usual, until it wasn’t. “The dogs, we usually let them off leash around the back part, so that they get a chanceContinue reading “Dramatic dog rescue a reminder of ice safety amid rapidly changing weather”
9 North Atlantic right whale calves born so far this breeding season
One month into the breeding season for North Atlantic right whales, nine calves have been born. Amy Warren, an assistant researcher at the New England Aquarium’s Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life, said she’s crossing her fingers for more births, but that the count at this stage is pretty much on par with previous seasons.Continue reading “9 North Atlantic right whale calves born so far this breeding season”
Fredericton pizza restaurant mourns kind-hearted, determined worker killed in crash
Harwinder Singh knew how to put a smile on someone’s face, said Lily Harding, one of Singh’s managers at Papa John’s on Smythe Street in Fredericton. “He was always fun to have around,” Harding said of the 26-year-old who worked at the independently owned restaurant. Singh, who was hoping to gain permanent residency in Canada,Continue reading “Fredericton pizza restaurant mourns kind-hearted, determined worker killed in crash”
How the prospect of a 3rd bridge for a growing city has faded
In more ways than one, Fredericton residents have been waiting when it comes to getting across the St. John River — waiting in traffic on the bridge, and waiting for an announcement of a third bridge for commuters. But is one likely? https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/1.7070940 Written by Hannah Rudderham Shot and edited by Anieken Etuhube This videoContinue reading “How the prospect of a 3rd bridge for a growing city has faded”
Long-discussed 3rd bridge for Fredericton area is not a priority
In 2019, a Fredericton city councillor said a third crossing over the St. John River would be required by 2029, but he’s changed his tune. “A third bridge, back a few years ago when we talked about it, might have been a possibility … but when you look at the inflationary values today, I’m not sureContinue reading “Long-discussed 3rd bridge for Fredericton area is not a priority”
N.B. ski hills, trails hope for whiter days ahead after mild start to winter
Marc Leclair is hitting the cross-country trails of northern New Brunswick — but not on skis. “I’m going walking, but it’s not the same,” said the Cross Country Ski New Brunswick president, who lives in Charlo. Leclair said he can’t remember the last time there was no snow on the ground in Charlo at thisContinue reading “N.B. ski hills, trails hope for whiter days ahead after mild start to winter”
High school students dig into the world of heavy machinery — using simulators
“Thanks, Mr. Baker!” students call out as they leave a classroom at James Caldwell School in Grand Falls. But this isn’t a typical math, science or history class, and Mr. Baker isn’t a typical core-subject teacher. This classroom is lined with large computer screens accompanied by steering wheels, clutches and gas pedals. These students are learning to driveContinue reading “High school students dig into the world of heavy machinery — using simulators”
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