Author Archives: Brad Perry
New Addition To The Sea Dogs
The Saint John Sea Dogs will have a new addition when they hit the ice after their Christmas break. Saint John acquired forward Alex Drover from the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles during a weekend trade...
Dec 18, 2018
Council Votes For Salary Increase
Saint John council has voted in favour of a salary increase - but the amount they bring home will not change. The federal government is scrapping a tax exemption allowing municipal elected officials t...
Dec 18, 2018
Saint John Council Approves 2019 Budget
Saint John council has approved the city’s 2019 operating budget but the finance commissioner warns it is not sustainable. The $160-million budget, passed at Monday’s council meeting, main...
Dec 17, 2018
Another Strong Month For Home Sales
Home sales in the Saint John region continue to run at some of the highest levels ever recorded. The Saint John Real Estate Board says 175 homes were sold last month, making it the best November for s...
Dec 16, 2018
Deputy Mayor Suggests Negative News Ban
They say no news is good news, but what about banning negative news for four months? Saint John deputy mayor Shirley McAlary made the suggestion during a recent growth committee meeting as members wer...
Dec 16, 2018
No Tax Rate Increase In Grand Bay-Westfield
Tax rates in Grand Bay-Westfield will remain at $1.37 per $100 of assessed value for the 13th straight year. Town council approved the $6.1-million operating budget for 2019 during their regular meeti...
Dec 16, 2018
Mayors Discuss Homelessness, Municipal Reform
The mayors from New Brunswick’s three largest cities have met once again to discuss their biggest priorities. Fredericton mayor Mike O’Brien welcomed Saint John mayor Don Darling and Monct...
Dec 16, 2018
More Derelict Buildings Come Down
The mayor of Saint John is crediting city staff for their work at trying to clean up dilapidated buildings throughout the city. Council has approved the demolition of more than half a dozen derelict b...
Dec 16, 2018
Heavy Snow Likely Monday, Tuesday
Get your shovels and snowblowers ready - we could be in for significant snowfall early this week. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for southern and eastern New Brunswick. It i...
Dec 16, 2018
Listeria Concerns Prompt Salad Recall
A recall involving some Eat Smart brand packaged salads has been expanded due to possible Listeria contamination. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) originally recalled the sweet kale salad sh...
Dec 15, 2018
