Global News at 6 New Brunswick: June 30

On one of Canada’s busiest long weekends, thousands of travellers found themselves stranded due to a mechanics’ strike at WestJet. The airline has cancelled at least 235 flights, affecting thousands. The situation has left passengers in limbo when it comes to their travel plans. Plus, one citizen is raising concerns about Fredericton’s closed council meetings. In 2023, one third of council meetings were closed. Although there are legislated reasons to hold closed meetings, a former councillor says they have drawbacks.