Mail Scam Circulates In Freddy and SJ

Police in Freddy Beach warning of a mail scam that has made its way to Saint John.

Several people in Fredericton receiving the letter and our own newsroom received it all.

It arrives personalized with a handwritten last name and address , but frequently the name "Jiri" appears for the given name.

Police advise the letter is untraceable due to its origin and postmark and if you receive you should throw it out.

You can see a picture of the envelope on our website, country94.ca (thewave.ca) and click news.

Smart Grid Should Save You Money On Heating Your Home

The smart grid will give consumers greater control over how much energy they use through the use of smart devices. 

Brad Wasson of NB Power tells CHSJ News you'll be able to control the temperature remotely through a smartphone app and this will save you a few bucks on your heating bill.
 
Wasson says the smart grid is all about making more efficient use of energy and having a faster response to emergencies.

There Were Talks On New City Hall Development Near Peel Plaza

Discussions were held about development of a new City Hall near Peel Plaza around the Synagogue which would be part of a 55 thousand square foot mixed development.
 
The talks were discontinued because the unnamed developer wanted everything wrapped up before the end of last October so he could avoid the condition of the buildings he wanted from deteriorating further.
 
The city felt that was too much of a rush because Common Council hadn't even established any criteria for future discussions about a new City Hall. 

Meantime, there is renewed interest on the part of a group of local investors in redeveloping the so called jellybean buildings along Wellington Row and perhaps two other buildings at the corner on Union Street.

Fewer Maritimers Attending College At Home

Fewer students from the Maritimes are choosing to stick around and study on the east coast.

That's according to a new report by the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission which says over the last ten years the number of Maritimers enrolled in the region's universities decreased by 12-percent while the number of Canadians from outside the Maritimes increased by 28-percent and the number of international students doubled.

Commission C-E-O Mireille Duguay says Maritime Universities are maintaining their numbers by attracting more students from outside the Maritimes.

Pig Virus Prevention Measures Encouraged By Gov't

The government of New Brunswick working with NB Pork to minimize the impact of a disease that could potentially devastate the province's multimillion-dollar pork industry.

While the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus is highly contagious among piglets, it doesn't pose a risk to human health or safety. 

Provincial Agriculture, Aquaculture & Fisheries Minister Michael Oslcamp says while it hasn't been detected in the province yet, the department has been working with pork producers since last fall to raise their awareness and boost their bio-security practices to prevent the spread of disease.

The first confirmed case of the disease in the Maritimes was in Prince Edward Island.

Investigation Into Rothesay Shooting Underway

The RCMP are now in the process of gathering and analyzing evidence in a fatal shooting involving a Rothesay Regional Police officer. 

That's according to Constable Damien Thériault who tells CHSJ News they are now interviewing witnesses to establish what actually happened during the incident on Friday evening around 7:00 when a 26-year-old man, reportedly armed with a knife, died after being shot outside a home on Shipyard Road as officers were responding to a violent domestic dispute.

William David McCaffrey was a nursing student at U-N-B Saint John.

Thériault says it's impossible to say when their investigation into the incident might be completed.

NB Artist Molly Lamb Bobak Passes Away

One of the province's most well-known and celebrated artists has passed away. Molly Lamb Bobak died yesterday at the age of 95.

Born in 1920 just outside of Vancouver, she joined the Canadian Women's Army Corp in 1942 and became the first woman to be named as an official Canadian War Artist. She moved to Fredericton with her husband Bruno in 1960.
 
She has received Honorary Doctorates from Mount Allison University, the University of New Brunswick and Saint Thomas University and received the Order of Canada in 1995 and the Order of New Brunswick in 2002.

There will be no funeral or public memorial service at her request. Her family plans to have a private gathering at a later date.

Man Assaulted By Roommate On East Side

A man taken to hospital with head injuries after being assaulted by his roommate. 

The incident happening on Grandview Avenue and City Police say the man was struck with a weapon but were unable to say what the weapon was. 

His roommate is facing a charge of assault causing bodily harm.

Rollover On Courtenay Bay Causeway

Saint John Police believe alcohol was involved in a early morning rollover on the Courtenay Bay Causeway. 

The rollover happening when the driver hit the median. Police say he hurt his hand so badly in the crash it will likely need surgery. No one else was hurt in the incident. 

Police were asking drivers to avoid the westbound lane of the causeway as emergency crews cleared up the scene.

Shed Fire In South Musquash

Photo Courtesy Of Musquash Fire Department

A shed going up in flames in South Musquash.

Seventeen firefighters responding with three pumpers and a heavy rescue unit were able to quickly put it the blaze.

The RCMP and ambulance were also on scene, and the Blacks Harbour Fire Department was called in to help but was turned back as they were on their way.

Fishing Association President Calls This Season A Success

As ice-fishing enthusiasts get ready to retire their ice shacks until next year, the President of the Renforth Fishing Association giving this season a thumbs up. 

Gary Gower tells CHSJ News ice conditions were the best they've been in years, however the multiple rainstorms that rolled in this winter did cause the Kennebecasis River to rise, which resulting in fishing enthusiasts losing shoreline use for about two weeks this season. He says the number of smelt has been down but their numbers tend to pick up around this time of the year.

The shacks have to come off of the ice by March 15.

Crime Stoppers Working With SPCA To Eliminate Animal Abuse

Two organizations in the province teaming up to crack down on animal abuse in the province. 

Sergeant Noel Cyr of provincial Crime Stoppers tells CHSJ News their partnership with the SPCA began when the animal welfare group approached them and asked if they could help bring this issue to the public.

Last year in New Brunswick, animal protection officers investigated about 1500 reports of cruelty and neglect involving more than 4000 animals. Cyr says if you witness an animal in distress or feel that an animal is not being properly looked after, you should report it.

If you would like to do so, you can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at www.crimenb.ca, or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also report a case of animal cruelty and abuse to the SPCA by calling 1-877-722-1522.

Police Officer Involved In Fatal Shooting In K-V

The Rothesay Regional Police Department asking the RCMP's Major Crime Unit to investigate after a fatal shooting in the Kennebecasis Valley involving a police officer.

The incident happening on Friday evening at a home on Shipyard Road in Rothesay as police were responding to a violent domestic dispute.

A 27-year-old man was shot and was rushed to the Regional Hospital where he died from his injuries.

Man Taken To Hospital After Assault Outside Club

Two men taken in custody after a man was assaulted behind Blush Nightclub and had to be taken to hospital.

City Police say it happened in the early morning hours and the two suspects will be appearing in court each facing a charge of assault causing bodily harm.

Renous Death

A 25 year old inmate of the Atlantic Institution in Renous has died.

Keegan Periard died on Thursday in a Miramichi hospital.

Periard was serving a life sentence for murder that began in February of 2010.

Clark And Morrison Are 2014 Inductees

6 people will be inducted in the provincial sports hall of fame later this year and they include Gordie Clark and Nancy Morrison.

Clark is from Saint John and currently the director of player personnel for the New York Rangers.   He is also known for winning the Calder Cup with the Maine Mariners in 1979.

Nancy Morrison of Quispamis is a well know umpire who was selected for the Beijing Olympics in 2008 and is the volunteer athletic director at KV High.

Other inductees include curler David Sullivan of Fredericton and Rheal Cormier of Cap Pele who spent 16 years in Major League baseball playing with Boston, Philadelphia and Montreal.

To see the rest of the list, click here

The induction ceremony is coming up on June 7th in St. Stephen. 

Faces of Fusion Honors Youth Leaders

Glitz and glam will be on display tonight at the Faces of Fusion gala.
 
Eric Savoie of Fusion Saint John tells CHSJ News the event is a bit different now as they focus on the youth of Saint John in categories like sports, arts and culture and immigrant entrepreneurs.

He says rather than having key note speakers from outside Saint John they have decided to focus on the young leaders that our shaping the future of the community.

CHSJ's own Julia Wright is nominated in the personal achievement category.    

The awards will be handed out in a gala awards ceremony tonight at the Diamond Jubilee Cruise Ship Terminal. 

For more info, click here

Horizon Gets Standing In The Perry Inquest

In a historic decision in this province, a judge in Saint John has overturned a coroner's decision that Horizon Health does not have standing in the upcoming inquest into Serena Perry's death.

With this move, Horizon can now call witnesses and cross examine witnesses in the inquest that is set to begin on March 17th--although Horizon's lawyer, John Barry, predicts it could take considerably longer than the 2 weeks that have been set aside.

It's also unclear whether the suspect in her death, who the court understands now lives in Alberta, will be called as a witness unless he decides to come willingly. Perry died at the Regional two years ago and criminal charges were never laid in her death.

Another hearing in this matter is set for March 10th.

Serena's mother Rose Perry was in court today.

Bald Is Beautiful Support Grows Online

"Embrace your baldness" That phrase attached to a selfie from a Saint John woman who is battling cancer is creating a buzz online.

Michelle James tells CHSJ News says she got a response from her own pic but it really took off when her daughters posted their "bald" pics.

She tells us her daughter's posted pics and sent it out as a Bald is Beautiful nomination challenge instead of the negative drinking challenge that was out at the time.

James says at first a friend shaved her head in support and she said you don't have to shave your head just cover your hair up with a scarf or hats.

To see a series of the bald is beautiful pics, search #bib or #bald is beautiful on Facebook.

Health Minister Says Pharmacists Are Underrated

The Alward Government says it will be making changes to the Pharmacy Act to allow pharmacists to prescribe medications for minor ailments. 

Provincial Health Minister Ted Flemming says pharmacists probably know more about drugs and their effects than other health care professionals.
 
Flemming points out they have a four year post graduate degree in pharmacology which is the study of drugs and their effects so they do a lot more than just count pills and put them in bottles.

Event For Outdoorsy Types Starts Today

Folks who love ATVing, boats, tractors, and all things outdoors won't want to miss the inaugural Southern NB Outdoor Sports Show at the Trade and Convention Center.

The show starts today at 3pm and runs through the weekend. It's put on by the Musquash ATV Association, and organizer Chris Taylor tells CHSJ News it's about getting people off the couch and out in nature.

Taylor says there's something at the show for everyone. The hours are as follows

 Friday, February 28 : 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 1 : 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 2 : 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Fredericton Police Officer Arrested

Fredericton Police announcing the arrest of one of their members after responding to a domestic dispute call. 

The unnamed officer was off duty at the time and has been suspended with pay. 

The investigation will now be handled by the West District RCMP.

Missing Woman Found Safe

The Saint John Police Force are letting the public know they've successfully located Karen Ogden, who was reported missing earlier this week, and ensured her safety and well-being.

The police would like to thank the public and the media for their help in this matter.

Deer Island Will Get A New Ferry

A Saint John company is partnering with the Province to build a new 24 car ferry for Deer Island to replace the John E. Rigby next spring.

Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Claude Williams is happy the work will be done in the province by Custom Fabricators and Machinists.

Williams adds the deal with CFM will include other provincial suppliers up north stimulating economic activity.

The project will create work for about 35 full-time skilled tradespeople at CFM.

Senior Arrested In Suspicious Powder Incidents

A 79-year-old man has been arrested after two suspicious packages were sent to Saint Joseph's Hospital and a local funeral home late yesterday morning. Sergeant Jay Henderson tells CHSJ News it caused quiet a commotion, since part of the hospital had to be quarantined and employees decontaminated as a precaution.

The envelopes containing a white powder were tested and found to be powdered milk.  

Obviously, no one was hurt.

Police people if they ever find a suspicious package to not open, it but call police. The senior citizen was taken into custody and is facing charges.

Arrest Made In Suspicious Package Incidents

Police confirm an arrest has been made in the suspicious package incidents at St Joseph's hospital and a local funeral home yesterday. 

More details are expected later this morning.

Celebrating Saint John's Social Media Community

The best of the best of Port City social media receiving their Salty's at the annual awards tonight.
 
Jane Logan won coolest blog for her blog 'Hungry Janey'.
 
She tells CHSJ News she is a stay at home mom who spends a lot of time in the kitchen and she wanted to record it.

She says when checking the Google analytics last spring she found lots of people were checking it out so she bought the domain name.

Awesome Instagram went to Mike Capson, Best Facebook page goes to Chris Donovan for his page Humans of Saint John and the Hottest Youtube went to the video "I Wish" from the Boys and Girls club.

Twitter Person of the Year goes to WhiskyLassie aka Johanne McInnis.  

The Salty for best use of social media in a campaign goes to Joanna Vlamakis and Amber Hachey for their use of a Kijiji ad to get Joanna's stolen iPhone back.

To check out Hungry Janey click here

Charges Laid In Saunders Murder

28-year-old Victoria Henneberry and 25-year-old Blake Leggette are now facing charges in connection with the murder of Loretta Saunders.

They are scheduled to appear in Halifax Provincial Court tomorrow to each face a charge of first degree murder.

Yesterday afternoon, Loretta’s disappearance was declared a homicide. Her body was later found off the highway in Salisbury and transported to the Coroner Services office in Saint John, where an autopsy will be conducted in the coming days.

Who's Getting The Money From 911 Charges?

The Alward government is coming under fire for taking money out of 911 services to pay for the Emergency Measures Organization. Liberal MLA Rick Doucet tells CHSJ News the 911 charges on everyone's phone bill has been paying the salaries of EMO workers.

Doucet claims the government has misled the people by changing the definition of the telephone service to include co-ordinating emergencies -- in turn -- paying EMO workers while volunteers like the Fire Departments are still giving their time.

On the other side of things, Conservative MLA Curtis Malloch tells CHSJ News the government has to find places to find money to deal with emergencies.

Malloch says he doesn't understand why Doucet is acting like this is a surprise because the Minister stood in the house and clearly said the amendment was taking place.  He accuses Doucet of politically grand-standing during an election year.

Politicians, Community Members Wonder If Sally Ann Can Be Saved

With the news that the Salvation Army on Saint James Street is closing on April 30th, many are wondering if it's too late, and whether something can still be done.

Liberal Leader Brian Gallant tells CHSJ News he's very concerned to hear about the closure, because in his view, the Salvation Army has been doing great work with the city's homeless population since the early 80s.

Gallant says over that amount of time, workers building up a level of expertise it would be a shame to lose. Gallant visited the facility today to speak with workers and gain a better understanding of what the future of the Salvation Army in Saint John could look like.

Debunking Myths About Partridge Island

Local Historian Harold Wright wants to debunk what he says are some of the common misconceptions about Partridge Island in a presentation at the Main Branch Library.

Wright says contrary to popular belief, there aren't thousands of Irish immigrants buried there, but only 850. As well, he says it's inaccurate to compare Partridge Island to Ellis Island, as many people often do, because the role Partridge Island played in immigration was comparatively miniscule. As well, he says while arsenic and other unhealthy compounds were found on the site they don't make the island inherently dangerous.

He estimates vandals have done as much as 1 million dollars worth of damage to the island.

Wright says we need to stop thinking that Partridge Island is going to be a popular tourist attraction and try to build something there than this community can enjoy along the lines of the Irving Nature Park.

Cardy Speaks To BOT on Education, Energy and Jobs

For the first time in many years, the Saint John Board of Trade inviting the Provincial NDP leader to come and speak to its members.  

Dominic Cardy hit many topics including education, small business and the energy sector. 

Cardy tells CHSJ News the security is built in with the Energy East pipeline but the prospect of controlling a shale gas industry is another matter.

He says with shale gas you have hundreds if not thousands of wells scattered all through the backwood of the province in many cases and we don't have the inspection regimes so he can't see where we can safely regulate this industry.

Irving Oil was on hand at the Delta luncheon today along with Port Saint John and Mayor Mel Norton.

Police Confirm Connection Between SJ & Freddy Drugstore Robberies

Two robberies at drug stores three weeks apart are connected---the first at MediTrust on Manawagonish Road and the other at a Pharmasave in Fredericton.

Sgt. Jay Henderson confirms to CHSJ News there is a connection between the two crimes.

Two men in their 20's including one from Saint John are facing charges after a Pharmasave was robbed in Fredericton on Monday and that resulted in a standoff at a nearby hotel.

Kyle Alexander Cameron of Saint John and Tyson Paul Colford of Moncton are both facing charges.

The Saint John robbery occurred on February 4th and at the time police thought two people might be involved.

Flemming Says Healthcare Costs Have Been Reined In

Provincial Health Minister Ted Flemming has unveiled details of the 2.6 billion dollar healthcare budget for 2014-2015. 

He says health care expenditures are expected to be under budget for the second year in a row because the province can't afford to do otherwise.

Flemming maintains the cost of healthcare was rising at such a yearly rate, it was becoming financially unsustainable.

As for the Liberals' plan for healthcare, Flemming charges they don't have one.

The budget includes 27 million dollars for the drug plan, more than 367 thousand dollars to improve the health of expectant moms and newborns and 2.2 million for mental health initiatives.

Flemming also announcing no one will have to pay for the cost of an ambulance as of April 1st. 70 per cent of New Brunswickers are covered by their own private plans if they have to use an ambulance.



 

Ice Storm Cost NB Power Big Bucks

NB Power has reduced its net debt by $55 million and expects a fourth consecutive year of earnings in 2013-14 despite incurring millions of dollars in storm expenses during the last quarter and some of the most volatile natural gas market prices in years. 

Restoring power to more than 88,000 customers following a series of destructive winter storms cost NB Power about $12 million. The 12 million  was made up of nearly $9 million for contracted crews from within and outside New Brunswick as well as $3 million in extra costs for utility crews and materials plus meals, travel, vehicles, and lodging.

NB Power says it's preparing for an expanded tree trimming program which is expected to get underway in April and May. 

UPDATE: Two Envelopes Containing Powder Found In SJ

A commotion in two corners of the City after a suspicious envelope arrived at St. Joe's and at an East side funeral home containing a white powder.  

No one was exposed and four people nearby at the time were  decontaminated along with the area involved.

Around the same time, another envelope with something suspicious inside was found at Fundy Funeral Home on Westmorland Road. 

That was taken away for analysis and again, no one was exposed.
Both Police and Fire believe they know the source of the envelopes.

Sgt. Jay Henderson of the City police tells us no one was hurt and they ask the public should they ever find a suspicious package to not open it but call police.    

The Major Crime Unit is looking into the incident. 

Changes For Spring Weight Restrictions

The start date for spring weight restrictions for truck traffic in southern New Brunswick has been delayed by one week due to all the cold weather in the forecast

Now, these restrictions will come into effect at midnight on Sunday, March 9, until midnight on Sunday, May 18.

These are the same dates set for restrictions in northern New Brunswick. 

District engineers are authorized to close roads to trucks or impose weight restrictions on highways or portions of highways depending on the road conditions.

Man Burned Trying To Save Garage

An attempt by a man on Latimore Lake Road to prevent his garage from catching fire resulted in him suffering minor burns. 

It all happened when his vehicle caught fire inside the garage and he tried to push it out of harm's way to prevent the fire from spreading.

Gas Prices Continue Upward Climb

There's no relief for drivers after the weekly setting of gas prices. Self serve regular in the city has gone up by two and a half cents to $1.36.9 a litre. 

The increase for diesel is even higher at 3 and a half cents a litre to stand at $1.54.8 around town. 

The maximum price for heating oil has risen by nearly a cent to $1.35.2 a litre.

 For the second week in a row, propane went down in price to a maximum of $1.49.2.

UPDATE: Loretta Saunders's Body Found West of Salisbury

Halifax police are treating the disappearance of Loretta Saunders as a homicide.

The 26 year old pregnant St. Mary's student was reported missing to police on the 17th after last being seen in Halifax on the 13th.

Her car was found in Ontario where 25-year-old Blake Leggette and 28-year-old Victoria Henneberry were arrested by Ontario police.    Both have been returned to Halifax.

Police say they have identified suspects in this homicide and are not looking for anyone else. 

At about 430 this afternoon, police found Loretta’s body in the median off of the Trans-Canada Highway west of Salisbury. 

High School Kids Get Shot At $5,000

This afternoon, 900 students from high schools across the region gathered for the Student Superpower Challenge.

Three teams of students could win as much as $5,000 to pursue innovative ideas that solve real-world problems in the categories of Our Town, Our People, Our Environment, Our School, and Our Style.

Olivia Wills is in high school at J.M.A Armstrong in Salisbury She tells CHSJ News she learned a lot about what's trending in the tech sector--particularly, that coding isn't just for "hackers" like one sees on TV and movies, but that it's simply about problem-solving.

Students have been challenged to find a real-world problem they want to solve and pitch it by April 30 to T4G, Brilliant Labs and Wicked Ideas.

The winners will be announced May 16th.

VIDEO: Salvation Army's Centre of Hope Closing

See Rhonda Harrington of the Salvation Army speak about why the Centre is closing on April 30th and what they are doing to mitigate the impact.

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A local program that helps young girls weather those essential tough issues in a fun, supportive environment could win as much as 25,000 dollars in a contest by Goodlife Fitness--but they need your vote.

Big Brothers Executive Director Laurie Collins tells CHSJ News the Go Girls Program is setting many local young women on a better path--but with that prize money, they'd be able to do much more. With the money, Collins says they could afford to run a summer camp and reach for more girls.

You can vote online until noon tomorrow on the Win 4 Kids Facebook page. You can vote for them here.

Liberals Accuse Alward Government Of Not Having A Plan On Education

The opposition Liberals are accusing the Alward Government of having no plan for education. Moncton East M-L-A Chris Collins wants to know how the province is going to produce better educated students.

Education Minister Marie Claude-Blais disputes that contention and calls it insulting to suggest those people who work in education are flying by the seat of their pants ever since the Alward Government abandoned the 21st century learning agenda. Collins is pressing Blais to be specific about what has taken its place.

Blais maintains incredible work is being done just on inclusion alone.

Warrant Issued For Fredericton Teen

The RCMP are looking for help finding an 18-year-old Fredericton man in connection with an incident that occurred in December of last year.

18-year-old Nicholas Daniel Bain is wanted in connection with a Boxing Day incident in Pennfield.

RCMP seized a significant quantity of drugs, a loaded handgun and body armor during a traffic stop.  He's facing several charges related to alleged drug trafficking and weapons offenses.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Nicholas Bain is asked to contact the RCMP at 506-755-1130, their local RCMP detachment or Crime Stoppers at www.crimenb.ca or 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
 

Man Arrested In Drug Store Robbery

City Police arresting a man in connection with the robbery of a drug store on the West side earlier this month.

On February 4 a man came into the MediTrust on the Manawagonish Road demanding prescription pills then took off into a waiting truck after getting some.

The 22-year-old will be appearing before a judge at a later date. Two men are believed to be involved in the incident

BREAKING: Salvation Army In South End Announces Imminent Closure

The Salvation Army has announced the Center of Hope on Saint James Street, which provides emergency and longer-term housing for the city's homeless, will be closing its doors as of April 30th.

Rhonda Harrington of the Sally Ann tells CHSJ News the organization has offered residential services in this city since 1906, with the current facility operating since 1982.
 
The Center of Hope has been receiving $1 million annually from the province. Recently, a request for additional funding to repair the aging building was turned down. The organization has released a statement explaining the Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters has had to provide significant emergency operating funds to fill the gaps, and the shortfall has made the operations unsustainable.

The Salvation Army is now working to place all their current clients elsewhere. According to their website, the shelter has 67 beds in total for men, with 27 of the beds for the Community Housing Program and 40 for the Special Care Program.

Harrington says talks have already began with an eye to offering services at a new location in Saint John--however, no details are forthcoming on when and where that might be.

Missing Woman Last Seen On King Street

The Major Crime Unit of the SJPD is looking for your help finding Karen Lynn Ogden.....the 35 year old was reported missing on Sunday. She was last seen on the 19th at an uptown bank on King Street.

She is described as being 5'7"- 5'8", about 170lbs, wearing black ¾ length jacket, dark pants, shoulder length brown hair with blond highlights, brown eyes, facial piercings including- an eyebrow ring, nose ring, a loop earring in her lip, a tribal style tattoo on her lower back with "Jamie" written in it.

The Saint John Police Force is continuing the search and is asking anyone who has any information in relation to this missing person to contact the Saint John Police Force at 506-648-3333 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Van Seized After Striking Woman

A 73 year old woman is fighting for her life at the Regional Hospital after being struck by a van while making her way to the Mercantle Centre across the Viaduct. 

City Police say their investigation continues and the van has been seized. It will be examined for any mechanical problems.

Saint John Man Charged In Fredericton Holdup

A 24 year old Saint John man has been charged in the aftermath of an armed robbery earlier this week at a pharmacy on Prospect Street in Fredericton followed by a standoff at a nearby hotel which ended peacefully. 

24 year old Kyle Alexander Cameron is charged with robbery and disguise with intent. 

A Moncton man, 26 year old Tyson Paul Colford has been charged with robbery. 

The two have been remanded to jail until they next appear in court.