The Saint John man has won a 2011 Toyota Matrix, one of forty grand prizes being given out in the contest.
He will be getting the keys to his new ride in a ceremony on Tuesday.
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Friday, April 8, 2011
Saint John Man Wins Big Prize
The Saint John man has won a 2011 Toyota Matrix, one of forty grand prizes being given out in the contest.
He will be getting the keys to his new ride in a ceremony on Tuesday.
Beds Being Reserved For Surgery Patients
Executive Director of the Regional Hospital Margaret Melanson tells CHSJ News it's the first step to addressing what has been a serious issue for doctors.
A big reason for the slowdown is the high number of acute long care patients taking up beds.
She says for now, about 20 of those reserved beds will be allowed for ALEC patients if the need arises.
Eventually, only surgery patients will make use of the beds.
Crews Begin To Unwrap Seniors Complex
The building has been wrapped to allow major upgrade work to continue through the winter months -- but -- some seniors began to complain about the lack of fresh air and view.
Social Development Minister Sue Stultz paid a visit to the complex last night to get a first hand glimpse of the situation.
Crews ran into some unforeseen structural problems and the job is now expected to be completed by early summer at a cost of just over 5-million dollars -- about 700-thousand over the original budget.
New Housing Starts Sluggish
Fredericton's starts are down by 50-percent this year while Moncton has been hit the hardest with new home construction off by almost 88-percent compared to a year ago.
City Wants More Flexibility
Common council expressing it's frustration with the lack of power they have to govern their own affairs.
They're seeking more legislative freedom to tackle key issues like fire service or handling derelict buildings.
Mayor Ivan Court says the lack of flexibility is hindering progress, like taking 5 to 10 years to get legislation changed to tear a building down.
They're seeking more legislative freedom to tackle key issues like fire service or handling derelict buildings.
Mayor Ivan Court says the lack of flexibility is hindering progress, like taking 5 to 10 years to get legislation changed to tear a building down.
The Dogs Are Taking Victoriaville Seriously
President Wayne Long tells CHSJ News no one is underestimating Victoriaville as a team.
He calls them a great team that gave Bathurst a surprise beating them in four straight.
He says this series will be a great challenge for them, adding any team that makes it to the final 8 is a very good club. Game 1 goes tonight wth the Dogs hosting Victoriaville at Harbour Station. The puck drops at 7:30.
The Jobless Dips In The Port City And In The Province Last Month
Provincially the jobless rate went down from 9.8 per cent in February to 9.6 per cent in March. Here in Saint John, it fell from 6.6 per cent in February to 6.4 per cent last month.
Across the country, the unemployment rate fell one-tenth of a point to 7.7 from 7.8 per cent.
PRO Kids "Fun"raising Dinner Features Millrats Coach
The organization that places kids in positive recreation activites honouring Bobby Hayes of the Joshua Group for being a champion of change.
The two groups have a history of working together.
Saint John Mill Rats coach Jaren Jackson gave a speech highlighting his career in basketball and coaching and drawing attention to programs like PRO Kids offer kids who may be at risk a safe place to make friends, learn which sports they love and build confidence for the future.Jackson also announcing last night the Millrats will play a Japanese basketball team April 24th at Harbour Station in a fundraiser for relief efforts following the earthquake and tsunami last month.
You can still vote for PRO Kids to win $10,000 as part of the Irving Oil Challenge Cup.
To vote click here
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Driver Charged In Death Of Cyclist
23-year-old Andrew Wolf, of Brooklyn, N.Y., died at the scene after a collision between a transport truck and a group of cyclists.
He is being charged with driving without due care and attention and excess hours of service. Police allege Dickison was driving more than the 13 hours allowed by law.
Dickison will appear in Hampton Provincial Court on April 11th.
Former Councillor Offers Insight Into Changing Political Roles
With Deputy Mayor Stephen Chase trying to make the move to federal politics by running as the Saint John Liberal Candidate in the federal election, Saint John Harbour MLA Carl Killen has some insight such a transition.
Killen went from city councillor to MLA after winning the seat last year and he tells CHSJ News there is a learning curve.
Killen went from city councillor to MLA after winning the seat last year and he tells CHSJ News there is a learning curve.
Moncton Woman Facing Charges After Deadly Quispamsis Crash
On August 19th 2010, RCMP responding to a single vehicle crash on Route 1 in Quispamsis.
22-year-old Katie Lynn Vansnick was driving with three other passengers from Saint John to Moncton when the crash occurred.
24-year-old Angela Pitre of Moncton, a passenger in the car, died in hospital the next day as a result of injuries from the crash.
Vansnick is charged with driving without due care and attention and is due to stand trial in Hampton in September.
Saint John Will Not Host The 2012 Memorial Cup
Chair of the Saint John Memorial Committe John Travis tells CHSJ News the economic spinoffs would have been huge.
Meanwhile, Sea Dogs President Wayne Long says he is confident we had the best bid and exceeded all the key criteria like facilities and logistics.
Long would not say whether the group will re-offer for hosting duties in 2015, only that his goal right now is to take home the President's Cup.
Bonny River Heroes Receive Awards
Brian Barker and Rod Cooke sprang into action taking Cooke's boat and with only the light from the driver's cell phone reaching the pair in the darkness and bringing them to safety just before the car sunk.
Barker and Cooke receiving the Rescuer Awards from the Canadian Red Cross in a ceremony at the Bonny River fire hall.
Save Your Harbour Bridge Transponders
Special Event co-ordinator Jill Logan tells CHSJ News they want to collect as many of the old transponders as possible using the manpower of the Dragon boat teams.
She says they hope to secure a deal from a buyer who will take the whole lot.
Logan says the company that buys the B-passes will recalibrate them and use them however they need to.
She adds once the deal is official, the Foundation will announce the locations where the transponders are being collected in the Greater Saint John area.
Police Using Crime Tracking Website To Fight Crime
The site shows where crimes have occurred in the city and police say if people know where crimes are occurring, they will be more likely to report suspicious activity.
The site is open to public with the option to submit anonymous tips.
Only five types of crimes will be listed initially: break-and-enters, robberies, thefts from vehicles, vehicle thefts and mischief.
The Saint John Police Force is the first agency in Atlantic Canada to use these tools.
2012 Memorial Cup Host City Announcement Coming Today
The Sea Dogs and the Saint John 2012 Memorial Cup committee will speak to the media after in the Alpine Room at Harbour Station.
Host Comittee chair John Travis and Ross Jefferson Saint John Destination Marketing will be on hand. Sea Dogs President Wayne Long and Chairman/CEO Scott McCain are attending the announcement in Montreal.
Back in January, Sea Dogs president Wayne Long told CHSJ News he likes Saint John's chances at winning the bid.
More Pain At The Pumps Today
You will be digging deep at the pumps today as gas has gone up again.
Regular self-serve is up to 130.5 after the weekly setting.
There is an increase in the price of diesel at 134.2 while heating oil is cheaper at 116.5.
Student Groups Upset Over New University Fees
Union President Shannon Carmont-McKinley tells CHSJ News UNB wants to charge students extra fees in order to sidestep the $200 dollar tuition increase cap set down in the provincial budget.
She says multiple fees are under consideration and the one that is most likely to go forward is service-related that will charge all students a chunk of money to attend the school. She says the fees could add up to as much $200 or $300 dollars.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Saint John Learning Exchange Celebrates Adult Learning
Mickey Mouse Sets Course To The Port City
Tourism Minister Trevor Holder says the announced expansion of the cruise berthing facilities help to land the commitment:
The Disney Magic will be sailing out of New York on 5-day cruises and stopping here beginning in June of next year.
YM-YWCA Hands Out Community Awards Tonight
Winning the Leader to Watch Award this year is Taryn O'Neill for her science outreach work at UNBSJ.
She tells CHSJ News she hopes other will want to follow in her footsteps and get involved in the community.
The other winner is Dale Knox, who will be receiving the Red Triangle award for his long history of community service.
The gala begins tonight at 7pm at the Trade and Convention Centre.
Waistline Increases Along with Cavities
Fredericton dentist Liliya Nikolcheva tells CHSJ News the incidence of cavities in children's teeth is increasing along with their waistlines.
She says the high amount of sugar in snacks and drinks is easily turned into fat and can wreak havoc on teeth.
She says parents can do their part by limiting the amount of sweeteners in their child's diet and to assist children with their brushing.
NDP Candidate Says Ottawa Has A Culture Of Entitlement
NDP Candidate Rob Moir says he's running for two reasons, the first being a need for change in the House of Commons.
He tells CHSJ News that a culture of entitlement is growing in Ottawa.
Moir says it's coming to the point where it's getting disgusting and it's leading to election after election. He adds the second reason he is running is that Saint John doesn't have a voice in Ottawa. Moir says the city has so much potential but is underserved.
He ran in 2008 for the NDP in Fundy Royal.
Blissville Woman Calls Paramedics Heroes
37-year-old Tracey Nowlan of Blissfield began feeling pain and tightness in her chest and after the pain was getting worse, she decided to call an ambulance.
Ambulance NB Paramedics Chris Hood and Les Gillet began assessing her before the trip to the Miramichi Hospital.
On the way, Nowlan went into cardiac arrest and the paramedics revived her with the help of a defibrillator.
Nowlan is now feeling just as good as she did before her heart attack and will return to work soon.
Driscoll Says qplex Feedback Is Very Positive
The facility hosting the Irving Oil Challenge Cup and he tells CHSJ News the feedback has been very positive.
Driscoll says people are aware it's going to fill a need in the community and he adds the walking track is constantly being used and it's open from morning until night.
He says the only work left to do at the qplex is the completion of the swimming pool and some landscaping. He says the work will be done by May and a grand opening is being planned for summer.
The Saint John Election Race Has An Independent Candidate
The north end resident says it's his first foray into politics and he tells CHSJ News he wanted to give Saint John another choice.
He says it's a choice that doesn't reflect an individual party's platform but a community first. He says if elected he would seek reduce the federal gas tax by 4 percent, bring down the tobacco tax, and increase the period for campaigning by 3 weeks so that candidates can visit their entire riding.
Conservative incumbent Rodney Weston is the only other candidate to officially file while Liberal candidate Stephen Chase, the NDP's Rob Moir, and Sharon Flatt of the green Party has yet to officially submit papers with Elections Canada.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Companies Will Not Participate In EUB Hearing On Enbridge Gas
Keith adds it's like saying it will be ten dollars for the pizza and 20 dollars for the delivery.
Horizon Health Network Announcing New Board Chair
The Horizon Health Network board of directors has a new chair in David Ferguson.
Health Minister Madelaine Dube announcing the appointment is effective immediately.
Ferguson was formerly the clerk of the executive council and secretary to cabinet.Outgoing board chair, John Laidlaw, tendering his resignation earlier today and Dube has accepted it.
Vote For The Worst Road In Saint John
The CAA wants you to speak up if you think Saint John has some of the worst roads in the Maritimes.
The company recently launching their "Worst Roads Campaign", where you get to cast your vote on the worst roads in Atlantic Canada for a chance to win weekly prizes.
CAA spokesperson Gary Howard tells CHSJ News the feedback generated by the campaign can serve as a catalyst for road repair, as was the case in Ontario after the results were sent to mayors, MLA's and MP's.
For the roads indentified as the worst roads they have a been fixed in a very good bay and Howard expects the same kind of results in Atlantic Canada.
He says the main objective of the campaign is to get roads fixed and make them safe for drivers. For information on how to submit your vote, click here
Film Documents Need For Catatstrophic Drug Coverage
The idea came about after the Canadian Cancer Society and 20 other groups saw a need to draw attention to the plight of New Brunswickers suffering with cancer and other serious medical problems who rely on these medications.
Senior Manager for Public Isssues Ellen Snider tells CHSJ News the film shows two personal stories that you have to see to believe.
She says it's the first time people are reacting emotionally to this issue and they people are vulnerable and the government should take care of it.
To see the film "Catastrophic Drug Coverage in New Brunswick: Personal Perspectives" click here
West Side Liquor Store Closing On Sunday
It will be replaced by a new store at the Fairville Boulevard Plaza close to the new Sobeys.
Province Issues Warning Relating To Raw Walnuts
So far, there have been two confirmed cases of this particular E. Coli bacteria in the province and they are being looked into to determine if they are connected to raw, shelled walnuts.
House Fire On East Side Causes Extensive Damage
City Fire crews called to a house fire on the east side late yesterday afternoon. District Chief Joe Armstrong says the call came in from 18 Belgrave Street with heavy fire coming from the second floor. There was some fire damage caused to the vinyl siding of a neighbouring home.
A mother and her three children managed to get out safely and the cause is believed to be accidental.
In Chipman, there was no one home when a mid-afternoon fire at 338 Red Bank Drive gutted a house being rented by a couple and three children ranging in age from two to 10.
More Adult Learners Enrolling at University
She tells CHSJ News people are returning to school for two main reasons........ to find a new career or just because they want to enhance their knowledge.
She believes the number of mature students will increase as the baby boomer generation retires and wish to do something with their time.
Adult student Shari Patstone will be graduating this year after 10 years of part time learning.She tells CHSJ News what started out as a curiosity turned into a great experience.
Patstone says the best part of adult learning is that you can have a flexible schedule so that you don't have to give up your career or family life.
She will be graduating from UNB Saint John this year a Bachelor degree in Education.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Bridge Toll Plaza Should Be Removed By June
Transportation Minister Claude Williams tells CHSJ News planning is underway for the removal of the plaza and redesign of the traffic lanes in that area.
The Minister says tenders will be called shortly for the demolition of the toll plaza and that work should be completed by June.
Meantime -- Williams says a speed limit of 50-kmh will be strictly enforced by police in the area of the toll plaza.
Tolls were removed late Friday afternoon after legislation was passed giving the province ownership of the bridge.
Police Asking For Help In Locating Missing
Missing is 58 year old Lional Daigle. He's described as 5'3", 137 pounds with a slim build, brown eyes, and salt and pepper hair.
He was last seen wearing a three-quarter length grey hooded winter jacket with blue jeans and sneakers.
Police say Daigle requires regular medication for reported mental health issues.
If you have any information, contact city police at 648-3333.
A Perfect Storm For Housing Insurance Is Possible
Ronald Godin tells CHSJ News premiums have being going up combining with the substantial flooding in recent years.
He says if this keeps up and the experts say it could get worse we are all going to have to pay for it and it will have an impact on availability and affordability.
Godin says the cost of auto insurance has improved tremendously since he opened the office back in 2005.
Coucil Gives City Approval To Pay Off Projects
City Manager Patrick Woods tells CHSJ News the payment periods will vary depending on the project, such as 5 years for a major vehicle or 15 years for a road.
The city will be paying off $41 million dollars worth of projects.
Warning For Taxpayers About Point Lepreau
The Conservation Council's Raphael Shay tells CHSJ News there's the 400 million dollar yearly payment to Atomic Energy of Canada but that's not all. The additional expenditures are being deferred and when the time comes to pay up, Shay is predicting power rates will have to go up.
A select committee on Point Lepreau has been formed by the Premier to review the financial side of things.
Premier Rejects Opposition Charges On Lepreau
The Premier is rejecting the suggestion the province is being too passive, saying an evaluation of the cost overruns is now being prepared which is something, he claims, was not done before but should have.
Lost Hikers Found
The search started around 7 last night after the the girls went on a hike in the afternoon entering the park from Sandy Point Road.
Police found them on a path shortly before 8:30 and tell us they were none the worse for wear.
Road Repairs In City Put Under Magnifying Glass
Ivan Court says the city use to do road repairs every 8 to 10 years but now it seems like the roads are being fixed every 1 to 2 years. He wants to know if everything is being done correctly so the taxpayer is getting good bang for his and her buck.
He admits there are many factors at play, including the weather but he wants to make sure the city is doing the best it can to create high quality roads.
City Warns Of Traffic Delays
Work begins today on a lift station at Harbour Station, which is part of the Harbour Clean Up project.
The city is advising drivers attending events at Habour Station or the Uptown to allow for extra travel time.
Work will take place throughout the summer and fall.
We're told as well, the city will be starting the spring cleanup today with sidewalk and street sweeping and more asphalt paving.
More Beds Have To Open Up At Regional
If the new plans to increase the amount of operating room times at the Regional Hospital for doctors are to succeed, something will have to be done on making sure more beds are available for the patients who will undergo the surgeries.
Chief of Staff Dr. Brian Wheelock concedes that is going to be one tough nut to crack because there is no point in performing surgeries if there is no place to house the patients afterwards.
An ongoing problem at the Regional Hospital has been too many beds are being taken up by people who should be in nursing homes but there isn't the space available for them.
Chase Attacks Harper Government Record In City
He tells CHSJ News while the federal government is contributing to Harbour Cleanup, there has been no commitment to help provide safe, clean drinking water. Chase maintains it was former Liberal M-P Paul Zed who did most of the leg work in securing the money for Harbour Cleanup while the Harper Government delivered the cheque.
He also complains the Harper government has not been forthcoming with funding for the port's deteroriating wharves on the lower west side, the airport or upgrading the Trade and Convention Centre whereas ports, airports and convention centres in other cities have received lots of federal money.
Adult Learners Being Celebrated
The Saint John Learning Exchange celebrating Adult Learner's Week with a potluck and other events to thank the learners for having courage to improve their future.
35-year-old learner Ann Adams-Clements tells CHSJ News she was struggling with big words and filling out documents in her previous jobs.
She says in her program she is working on essential skills like reading, math and spelling to improve on the things employers would want.
Adams-Clements says the learners run a community kitchen every week out of the Stone Church uptown. To learn more about the Saint John Learning Exchange click here
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Fire At Rockwood Park
A storage barn on fire at the campground area -- crews quickly knocked down the flames and no one was hurt.
No word yet on a cause.
Energy-Saving Scam Making The Rounds Again
The power company has been getting reports from customers of someone calling on behalf of the company. The scammer tries to sell the customer a device that will save them money on their power bill.
NB Power says they are not selling any such devices and advise you to call police or RCMP if you have been solicited.
The scam first reared its head back in 2010.
Power Restored
NB Power reports only a handful of customers are without electricity in the province.
Many communities in the province such as Fredericton and St. Stephen were in the dark for almost 2 days after Friday's snowfall.
The outages were mostly caused by branches and trees hitting power lines.
More Education Options Needed In City
He tells CHSJ News more degrees need to be offered.
He says by creating more education options here in the city, it will attract jobs and boost the economy.
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