Mounties say they no longer believe there is a risk to the public after issuing an emergency alert for two armed individuals. The alert, issued through the national Alert Ready system, went out across the province around 7:30 a.m. Thursday. RCMP said the suspects were reported to be carrying a firearm “with dangerous intent” in […]
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An error in a major development on Water Street in Saint Andrews drew significant debate from the council. The Argyll Residences are luxury condos being built in the downtown core of Saint Andrews, with retail space along the bottom. Developer John Rocca has asked the council for an encroachment agreement – which essentially means the […]
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By The Courier A new housing development in Saint Andrews is providing much-needed relief to individuals and families struggling to find affordable housing. The Compass, a 42-unit complex on Mowat Drive developed by Compass Housing, officially opened following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 25, 2025 attended by town officials, developers, and new residents. Mayor Brad […]
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One person was taken to the hospital after a multi-vehicle crash on Route 1 near Bartletts Mills. It happened in the eastbound lanes just past Exit 25 to Saint Andrews and Lawrence Station around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. Chief Sean Morton of the St. Stephen Fire Department told our newsroom that a car collided with a […]
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St. Stephen council has voted to pay $4,480 to conduct a community safety survey through the Canadian Centres for Safer Communities. It was a key deliverable in the municipal plan, according to Mayor Allan MacEachern. The community has faced challenges including increased crime and a growing number of people experiencing homelessness. It also has been […]
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Premier Holt speaks to journalists as U.S. tariffs set to take effect Tuesday. In response, N.B. liquor stores have begun pulling U.S. products from shelves.
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Municipal District of St. Stephen Regular Council Meeting for January 2025 on CHCO Television.
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The housing crisis in New Brunswick is affecting thousands, but solutions are within reach. Peter Corbyn, Executive Director of the New Brunswick Nonprofit Housing Association, leads an eye-opening discussion in St. Andrews on the urgent need for action. From local success stories to practical steps for change, this talk sheds light on how communities can […]
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A New Brunswick cabinet minister is taking a step back from her role for the time being after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour Minister Alyson Townsend announced her diagnosis in a social media post on Monday. “Last weekend, I was seen in the emergency room at the Dr. Everett […]
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By Brian Owens, The Courier St. Stephen Mayor Allan MacEachern has joined an alliance of mayors from Canadian border towns to coordinate their response to sweeping 25 per cent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. MacEachern was one of the first to join the group of more than 20 mayors set up by Drew […]
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