A formal report from a three-person panel on the review of NB Power says its largest power generator, Point Lepreau, should be separated from the Crown corporation, as well as forgiving a large part of the utility’s growing debt. Michael Bernstein, Duncan Hawthorne and Anne Bertrand have been working to provide recommendations to the government […]
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Two Charlotte County long-term care facilities will be replaced as part of New Brunswick’s new long-term care strategy. Premier Susan Holt announced the Passamaquoddy Lodge in Saint Andrews, and Lincourt Manor in St. Stephen will be two of six being replaced by 2028-2029. It is welcome news for Caroline Davies — a member of the […]
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By Brian Owens, Reporter The Municipal District of St. Stephen (MDSS) and the provincial government say while they are committed to eliminating the need for a homeless shelter in the community, it cannot move forward without a location for transition housing. Around 150 people gathered at the Garcelon Civic Centre in St. Stephen on March […]
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There are many ways to measure the quality of a place. Some people look at property values, school rankings, or the price of a decent latte. I look at how dogs get on. By that measure, Saint Andrews is one of the finest places on earth. Our love of dogs is immediately apparent to even […]
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The federal and provincial governments are partnering up to build up to 1,200 new homes through the Build Canada Homes program. “This agreement marks the single largest investment in affordable housing in New Brunswick’s history,” David Hickey said in a media release, who is the minister responsible for the New Brunswick Housing Corporation. “Our government […]
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The Department of Health says eVisitNB’s contract will continue for another 90 days amid the transfer to a new provider in June. “We know the important role virtual care plays, and we’re committed to ensuring it’s available for New Brunswickers when they need it,” Health Minister Dr. John Dornan said in a statement. In February, […]
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When Dr. Julie Levesque-Taylor is at her child’s swim practices, she is often on her laptop, checking patient bloodwork, reviewing scans or dealing with paperwork. Levesque-Taylor said today’s announcement by the provincial government to invest $1.7 million into a collaborative care clinic in Saint Andrews will bring relief. “It feels nothing short of amazing, honestly,” […]
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The new collaborative care clinic on King Street in St. Stephen won’t be open to the public until January 2027, despite earlier promises from the Holt government. Saint Croix Progressive Conservative MLA Kathy Bockus said Horizon Health Network (HHN) president and CEO Margaret Melanson confirmed the timeline to her. “I’m told by Horizon CEO Margaret […]
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Eastern Charlotte Mayor John Craig will receive a letter of reprimand from the council following two breaches of the code of conduct bylaw. A complaint was lodged by Coun. Lisa McKay after it was reported by CBC New Brunswick that Craig signed a letter in support of J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI), which was requesting permission […]
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The New Brunswick government says provincial veterinary services will move to the private sector following its decision to cut funding for the program. St. George Veterinary Clinic Dr. Melanie Eagan said the cuts means there will be no veterinary service for rural livestock or large animals owners unless they have a relationship with someone in […]
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