NB EMO says water levels along parts of St. John River to peak Tuesday
About 120 soldiers from Canadian Forces Base Gagetown have been dispatched to help residents cope, while sandbag stations have been set up across the province. Continue reading
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Heavy rain and rapid snow melt could cause significant flooding in New Brunswick
The New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization says a gradual snow melt in the province’s northwest is expected to accelerate rapidly as temperatures rise. Continue reading
Former commanding officer of N.B. RCMP to become new Fredericton police chief
By Jeremy Keefe Digital Broadcast Journalist
The replacement for retiring Fredericton Police Chief Leanne Fitch has been recommended to City Council. Former RCMP “J” Division Head Roger L. Brown will assume the post in June. Continue reading
Ottawa father’s petition to add autism therapy to Canada Health Act draws nationwide support
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
An Ottawa father is gathering thousands of signatures in a petition, calling for autism therapy to be covered in the Canada Health Act. Continue reading
CUPE NB elects new president amid nursing home dispute with province
By Morganne Campbell Digital Broadcast Journalist
CUPE NB has elected a new President at a time the union and the province is at odds over a contract dispute for 4,100 nursing home workers. Continue reading
N.B. EMO warning of flooding ahead of spring freshet
By Morganne Campbell Digital Broadcast Journalist
EMO is recommending that if you needed sandbags last year, it’s best to buy them now, just in case. Continue reading
Fredericton historians lobby to save Officers’ Square
The City of Fredericton plans to develop a concert venue at Officers’ Square, but local historians are trying to preserve the site. Continue reading
Staff stretched thin as report says half of UNB students in counselling deal with suicidal thoughts
By Morganne Campbell Digital Broadcast Journalist
The University of New Brunswick’s director of counselling would like to see an increase in mental health services to allow for the department to retain and hire new psychologists. Continue reading
Fredericton radio host remains detained in Puerto Rico following FBI sex sting
Doyle is currently detained in the Metropolitan Detention Centre in Guaynabo, just south of San Juan. Continue reading
New Brunswick reacts to Justin Trudeau’s threat to sue Andrew Scheer
Fredericton residents and politicians weigh in on Justin Trudeau’s threat to sue Andrew Sheer for defamation. Continue reading