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AIM workplace death inquest continuesThe second day of testimony continued in the workplace death of Darrell Richards. He died after sustaining injuries at American Iron and Metal almost two years ago. Nathalie Sturgeon has more.Global News at 6 New BrunswickJun 4
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Moncton demand nearby scrapyard moved elsewherePeople living in a Moncton neighbourhood say they’re fed up with the noises and smells coming from a nearby scrapyard. As Suzanne Lapointe reports, residents gathered for a protest on Friday – demanding the American Iron and Metal facility move elsewhere.Global News at 6 New BrunswickMay 24
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American Iron and Metal ordered to pay $100K in workplace deathAmerican Iron and Metal has been fined in the 2022 workplace death of Darrell Richards at their Saint John, N.B. scrapyard. Nathalie Sturgeon reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickFeb 14
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N.B. revokes operating license for American Iron and Metal after massive fireNew Brunswick’s Public Safety Minister has revoked the salvage license of American Iron and Metal in Saint John. The decision comes after a scathing report following a fire in September that prompted a city-wide shelter in place order. Nathalie Sturgeon has more on the decision and reaction.Global News at 6 New BrunswickDec 29, 2023
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AIM taking N.B. government to court over compliance ordersAmerican Iron and Metal is taking the New Brunswick government to court over compliance orders at three of its sites. The Quebec company says it is unable to comply with the fire marshal’s orders and argues they aren’t in the public interest. Suzanne Lapointe reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickJan 3
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N.B. residents anxious for answers as AIM deadline loomsAmerican Iron and Metals, three New Brunswick scrap yards, and seven other others had until Thursday to become compliant with provincial safety standards. Residents living near AIM facilities say they’re eager for answers, expressing concerns for their own safety. Suzanne Lapointe has more.Global News at 6 New BrunswickDec 22, 2023
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Residents living near AIM Moncton want it movedA report found that American Iron and Metal’s Saint John location near a residential area was “entirely inappropriate” due to the risks of hazards. Residents living near the company’s Moncton scrapyard say they fear for their safety and want the facility moved. Suzanne Lapointe reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickDec 6, 2023
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Scathing report issued about Saint John scrap metal facilityThe task force investigating the September fire at the American Iron and Metal Recycling Facility released a scathing report today. While no recommendations were made, the report says the operation is unacceptable at its current location. Silas Brown has more.Global News at 6 New BrunswickDec 5, 2023
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Moncton residents calling for relocation of AIM scrapyardResidents of a Moncton neighbourhood are calling for the relocation of the American Iron and Metal scrapyard. In court, the company pleaded guilty to operating without a licence for a single day in May. Suzanne Lapointe reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickNov 15, 2023
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American Iron and Metal charged for operating scrapyard without licenseAmerican Iron and Metal has been charged with operating a scrapyard in Moncton without a license. The company has drawn controversy due to workplace deaths, explosions, and most recently a massive industrial fire at its Saint John location. Suzanne Lapointe has more as she speaks with residents who near the facility.Oct 14, 2023
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Garden safety concerns after AIM Saint John facility fireA little more than a month after the massive industrial fire at American Iron and Meta, gardeners are getting some advice. The Department of Health and Environment are beginning to test soil samples but it could be some time before those running community gardens have a clear picture of the damage. Nathalie Sturgeon reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickOct 16, 2023
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Inquest underway in AIM Saint John deathA four-day inquest into the death of a worker at American Iron & Metal in Saint John is underway. Bruce Legace died in November 2021. As Nathalie Sturgeon reports, the first day of the inquest revealed the timeline of events.Global News at 6 New BrunswickOct 10, 2023
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Saint John group to host town hall voicing concerns after massive industrial fireA group that promotes residential development in Saint John is calling for a serious discussion about the future of a controversial recycling facility. Following the recent fire at the American Iron and Metal Facility, Liveable Saint John says it’s time for “AIM” to go. Nathalie Sturgeon has more.Global News at 6 New BrunswickSep 28, 2023
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N.B. premier and Port Saint John reviewing AIM facility after major fireNew Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs and Port Saint John are reviewing whether or not the American Iron and Metal Facility will be allowed to operate at its current location, after last week’s significant fire. But Saint John Council says it’s time to give them the boot after a number of incidents over the last five...Global News at 6 New BrunswickSep 19, 2023
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Massive fire breaks out at AIM facility in Saint JohnA large fire has broken out at American Iron and Metal in Saint John. The fire started around 1 a.m. and crews continue to battle what the fire chief says is a deep rooted industrial fire. Nathalie Sturgeon reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickSep 14, 2023
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Saint John council to debate future of AIM facilitySaint John’s controversial American Iron and Metal recycling facility is less than two weeks from a deadline for a new work permit. As Silas Brown explains, Saint John Common Council is set to decide whether to request the complaint-plagued facility be moved elsewhere.Global News at 6 New BrunswickMay 21, 2019
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‘I no longer live at my house’: neighbours speak out against Saint John AIM recycling plantThe constant noise, dust and explosions coming from the American Iron and Metal scrap metal recycling facility at the Saint John Port has forced nearby residents to take action. As Silas Brown reports, tensions boiled over at a public meeting on Wednesday.Nov 22, 2018
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Two community groups in Saint John call for changes to metal recycling company’s licenseAmerican Iron and Metal is facing increasing criticism over noise levels and explosions. Tim Roszell reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickMay 28, 2019
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Calls for action grow after two workplace fatalities at Saint John facilityAfter two workplace fatalities at the American Iron and Metal facility in Saint John, a local MP is asking the province to consider suspending its operating license. But, the provincial government says operational licenses have nothing to do with workplace safety, only with environmental requirements. Nathalie Sturgeon has that story.Global News at 6 New BrunswickJul 7, 2022
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Stop-work order to remain in effect at Saint John AIM facility after reports of early-morning explosionMon, Dec 3: A stop-work order is set to remain in effect at the American Iron and Metal Inc., facility in Saint John after the company appears to have jumped the gun in restarting its operations on Monday. Andrew Cromwell brings us the latest.Global News at 6 New BrunswickDec 3, 2018