In the midst of a tense trade war and tighter border rules, a tradition spanning more than half a century marched on in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, and Calais, Maine. Saturday’s International Homecoming Festival parade—this year themed “We Hug It Out”—proved that friendship can transcend politics. The parade made its way from the United States across Ferry […]
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For 16 summers and counting, Saint Andrews has welcomed some of New Brunswick’s most competitive tennis players to its picturesque courts for a tournament that celebrates sport, sportsmanship, and community spirit. From August 8 to 10, the Saint Andrews Tennis Masters will once again bring together players from across the Maritimes in an event that’s […]
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The 18th annual New Brunswick Wood Carving Competition and Sale returns to Saint Andrews by-the-Sea from August 8–10, 2025, promising a weekend of craftsmanship, creativity, and community spirit. Hosted at Sir James Dunn Academy, the event will feature over 60 carvers from across the Maritimes, Quebec, Ontario, and New England, with more than 200 carvings […]
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In a time when headlines are dominated by division, a quiet corner of the world is offering a powerful message of hope, friendship, and unity. Campobello Island – the only place where Canada and the United States jointly manage an international park – has officially opened its most ambitious project to date: a new trail […]
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A vibrant rainbow crosswalk at the corner of King Street and Milltown Boulevard was officially unveiled Wednesday evening, marking the opening of Charlotte County Pride 2025—and sending a message of love, inclusion, and solidarity that extends far beyond our borders. The ceremony, attended by members of town council, CHCO-TV, and a supportive crowd of locals […]
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When Maud was a puppy, she had excessive energy. Finding the right walking schedule for her was less a matter of logistics and more a quest—one that felt, at times, like chasing the Holy Grail. I’m not a morning person, and my work often stretches late into the night, so Maud and I found our […]
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Saint Andrews is rallying behind hometown hockey standout Gabe Smith, who has officially signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the NHL’s Utah Mammoth. The 18-year-old forward is coming off a stellar season with the Moncton Wildcats, where he notched 39 points in the regular season and added 22 more during the playoffs. Smith sealed his […]
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A remembrance ceremony will soon pay tribute to Union soldiers buried far from the battlefields where they once fought. Hosted by the New Brunswick Historical Society and the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry, Co. I re-enactment group, the ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. on May 24, at the grave of Dr. John F. Stevenson […]
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As reports rise and stigma persists, local advocates use visibility and community engagement to support survivors. In Charlotte County, New Brunswick, an annual grassroots initiative is drawing attention to a persistent and often unspoken issue: sexual violence. Teal Day, held May 30, 2025, is organized by the Willow Centre, a sexual violence resource centre based […]
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By Brian Owens, The Courier With political tensions keeping many Canadians at home and a full slate of summer events planned in communities throughout Charlotte County, tourism operators are expecting big numbers for the upcoming season. “I think it is going to be an extremely busy summer in the whole region,” said Chris Aerni, owner […]
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