Two people have died following a single-vehicle collision on Grand Manan Island. On July 18, members of the Grand Manan RCMP detachment responded to a report of a collision on Route 776 in Woodwards Cove. “The crash is believed to have occurred when the vehicle crossed the centre line, left the roadway, and entered a […]
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RCMP in St. George say a 38-year-old man from Seeley’s Cove has been charged in connection to copper theft in the area. On July 14, people said they received a report of a copper theft at a telecommunications tower on Seeley’s Cove Road. “That location had recently been targeted several times before,” police said in […]
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The St. George RCMP said it is investigating a suspicious death in Blacks Harbour. Staff Sgt. Geoffrey Peters said, speaking with The Courier, that there is no risk to the public at this time, but residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the community as the investigation continues. Few details have been released, […]
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The McAdam Railway Station, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary, has had major infrastructure upgrades to make operating the building sustainable year round. Construction of the railway station began in 1901, and features architect Edward Maxwell’s Chateâu Style architecture. The combined station and hotel was originally designed for passengers changing trains on their journey to […]
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The Chickahominy Mountain Band embodies rural New Brunswick in more than just their music. “We’d be walking off stage like, ‘Make sure to tip your bartender, and if you’re from Sussex like Patrick Gushue, make sure to go home and tip your cows. Thanks!’ ” Sam Astorino, the band’s lead said, laughing. They are a […]
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New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization say a wildfire near Brockway is considered contained. According to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wildfire dashboard, the fire has reached 13 hectares in total. The Harvey Fire Department posted to social media thanking DNR and the local fire fighters for their efforts. It continues to advise residents and […]
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Cat socials are a vital part of the adoption process at the Charlotte County SPCA (CCSPCA). Florence Small, the shelter ambassador, handles all volunteering opportunities at the shelter. She said the socialization helps with the cats’ boredom, but also helps them get exposure to people. “I’ve seen some cats get more comfortable around people,” she […]
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A 43-year-old man has been sentenced to 9.5 years following two drug trafficking investigations by the St. Stephen RCMP. Michael Ryan Foster was charged with drug-related offences. RCMP said in a release that it seized $37,000 worth of fentanyl — a powerful synthetic opioid — and $6,900 worth of methamphetamine. Foster appeared in Saint John […]
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Donald Wayne Anderson Feb 22, 1941 — Jul 8, 2026 Lake City Mr. Donald Wayne Anderson, a twenty-two-year Columbia County resident, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born February 22, 1941, in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada to the late Donald and Ellen Louise Middlemiss Anderson. Mr. Anderson […]
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By Brian Owens Reporter On a sunny evening at the end of June, a trio of harbour seals made their way up the St. Croix River all the way to St. Stephen, gorging themselves on the flood of alewives that were heading back out to sea after spawning. The sight of their smooth dark heads […]
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