New Brunswick Latest News

• Senator calls on Ottawa to reinforce Canada’s claim to island off New Brunswick

  A Canadian senator from New Brunswick says an American tour company's description of a small island at the centre of a longstanding sovereignty dispute is "unacceptable."

  Canada

  2 hours
• Record human trafficking numbers just ‘the tip of the iceberg’ in Canada

  The Maritime provinces and Ontario saw their rates of reported human trafficking incidents surpass the national average, with Nova Scotia seeing the highest per 100,000 people.

  Canada

  4 hours
• Snowy and windy start to the week for the Atlantic provinces

  Much of the Atlantic region will see a cold and windy start to the week as an Alberta clipper system heads east. 

  Weather

  9 hours
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• Maritime vigils honour Montreal Massacre victims, addresses violence against women

  Vigils were held at universities in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in remembrance of the 14 women killed at Montreal's École Polytechnique in 1989 in an anti-feminist attack.

  Canada

  Dec 5
• Power outages, snow squalls, powerful gusts reported in parts of Atlantic Canada

  As strong winds and frigid temperatures enveloped much of Atlantic Canada overnight, pockets of power outages were reported across the region.

  Weather

  Dec 5
• Recent deaths highlight urgency for homelessness solution in New Brunswick

  Two recent deaths of unhoused people in New Brunswick as temperatures drop have highlighted the urgency of the situation and raised concerns at the provincial legislature. 

  Canada

  Dec 4
• Arctic air could bring wind chills of -30 C to parts of New Brunswick

  A mass of Arctic air is expected to sweep into northwestern New Brunswick tonight, bringing wind chills that could feel like -30 C.

  Weather

  Dec 4
• Arctic air, coastal flooding, and high winds forecast for parts of Atlantic Canada

  Icy cold weather is sweeping into parts of Atlantic Canada starting today, while other regions begin to shake off the effects of yesterday's nor'easter. 

  Weather

  Dec 4
• NB Liquor’s AI ad has local creative industry calling it ‘lazy’ and ‘an insult’

  The minister responsible for NB Liquor said he asked them to 'pause' the use of the video as a paid advertisement so they can have a conversation about AI.

  Canada

  Dec 3
• Canada puts new restrictions on pistachios from Iran amid salmonella outbreak

  The outbreak of salmonella linked to pistachio and pistachio-containing products continues with more than 150 confirmed illnesses now reported.

  Health

  Dec 3
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• Winter storm moves into Atlantic Canada, bringing wet snow and power outages

  Wintry weather is descending upon parts of Atlantic Canada as a nor'easter brings heavy snow, rain and strong winds to the region Wednesday.

  Weather

  Dec 3
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• Weather warnings in effect as snow, rain and wind in forecast for Atlantic Canada

  A messy mix of heavy snow, rain and wind was forecast to hit much of Atlantic Canada, prompting special weather statements for much of the region. 

  Weather

  Dec 2
• 1 of 4 people charged in fatal assault in Fredericton bar district sentenced

  One of four people charged in the 2024 death of a New Brunswick man, who was assaulted in Fredericton's bar district in 2024, has been sentenced.

  Crime

  Dec 2
• B.C., Alberta among provinces seeing largest drops in homicides: report

  British Columbia and Alberta are among the provinces across Canada that saw the largest drops in homicides for 2024, according to Statistics Canada.

  Canada

  Dec 2
• Warrant issued for 1 of 5 accused of conspiring to kill N.B. homicide victims’ son

  An arrest warrant was issued Monday in Moncton Provincial Court when one of five people charged with conspiracy to commit murder did not appear for a court appearance. 

  Crime

  Dec 1
• Energy regulator cancels New Brunswick gas price cuts promised by Liberal government

  Premier Susan Holt had campaigned in the 2024 election to eliminate the portion of the carbon adjuster tax on diesel and gas to help with the high cost of living.

  Canada

  Dec 1
• New Brunswick teen who pleaded guilty to stabbing death sentenced to conditional supervision

  A New Brunswick teenager who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the stabbing death of a family member has been released under conditional supervision.

  Crime

  Dec 1
• 1st major winter snowstorm set to hit Nova Scotia, New Brunswick this week

  Environment Canada is forecasting the first major snowfall for Nova Scotia and parts of New Brunswick this week as special weather statements are in effect for both provinces.

  Weather

  Dec 1
• ‘Your Fresh Market’ broccoli florets recalled in six provinces over Salmonella risk

  The CFIA has recalled Your Fresh Market broccoli florets in six provinces due to possible Salmonella contamination, urging consumers not to eat or distribute the product.

  Consumer

  Nov 29
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• Popular Fredericton pub reopens after inspection prompts temporary closure

  The restaurant, which has been in business for 36 years, was temporarily closed last week after a report that highlighted several concerns, including rodent droppings.

  Canada

  Nov 28
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• NB Power to offer leniency for vulnerable populations to avoid winter disconnections

  NB Power says it will offer more leniency for vulnerable populations who have difficulty paying their bills. Customers who qualify must still make 'some payment' each month.

  Canada

  Nov 28
• New Brunswick parent concerned new religious accommodation policy will alienate students

  The approval would be needed for access to a prayer room, fasting or missing school for religious reasons within the Francophone South School District.

  Canada

  Nov 27
• Fredericton police respond to triple the number of overdoses since 2023

  Fredericton's police chief said year-to-date comparisons show overdose calls are three times higher than two years ago.

  Canada

  Nov 27
• Lumber supports won’t ‘make any difference,’ New Brunswick industry insider says

  Prime Minister Mark Carney announced supports for the softwood lumber and steel sectors Wednesday amid an ongoing trade war with the United States.

  Canada

  Nov 26
• Saint John man straps fridge on his back to raise awareness about food insecurity

  In just a couple of months, Wright has covered 160 km and collected more than $2,000 in donations for local programs.

  Canada

  Nov 25