By John Chilibeck, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter For over 50 years, Bev Mitchell has lived near the quaint Poirier covered bridge, about a 25-minute drive north of Moncton. He still passes it daily on his walks with his trusty shepherd by his side, even if the sound of machinery buzzing on it is distressing. Reminiscing, he […]
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A first kiss, a stolen kiss, a last kiss — countless moments of affection have taken place within the privacy of Charlotte County’s covered bridges. On frosty winter nights, suitors would court their sweethearts. With lanterns burning to light the way and the couple wrapped in fur throws, they would enjoy romantic sleigh rides. The […]
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Once there were hundreds of them. Now New Brunswick’s covered bridges have dwindled to 58. Most were built from the late 1800s to the 1950s and feature unique architectural designs. The Covered Bridge Conservation Association of New Brunswick is advocating for the preservation of these bridges. It says these bridges are far more than instruments […]
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