Latest from Mia Urquhart
Changes to N.B.'s impaired driving rules take effect Jan. 1
New impaired driving rules in New Brunswick taking effect Jan. 1 introduce immediate roadside suspensions and penalties. Police say the changes will reduce the number of court cases by avoiding criminal charges in some cases, while still acting as a deterrent.
Saint John boy goes home in T-shirt after school bolts locker closed
A Saint John mother is angry with her son's school for bolting his locker shut, with his winter clothes and homework inside. The 11-year-old went home without a coat or boots, in freezing drizzle.
Report on N.B. arts scene suggests one-quarter of cultural venues not in good shape
A new report on New Brunswick's arts, culture and heritage venues has found that many are in poor condition, securing funding is "a significant concern" and workers in the sector are beset by challenges, including low incomes and mental health challenges.
Case adjourned for Woodstock RCMP officer charged with theft over missing evidence
The case of a Woodstock RCMP officer charged in connection with missing evidence, including cash, has been delayed.
N.B. harm reduction sector loses 2 powerful voices to retirement
Julie Dingwell, executive director of Avenue B Harm Reduction in Saint John, and Debby Warren, executive director of Ensemble Moncton, are both retiring.
Combatting use of AI by New Brunswick university students — or not
While AI can help students with things like brainstorming and grammar checking, concerns remain about its impact on critical thinking and academic integrity.
Tips to avoid being scammed while holiday shopping online
'Tis the season — the Phishmas season, that is, according to cyber-security expert David Shipley, CEO of Fredericton-based Beauceron Security.
N.B. woman sets record for taking down giant bull moose with compound bow
A New Brunswick woman armed with a compound bow took down a giant moose in hunt this fall and set a record in the process, according to the New Brunswick Big Game Club.
J.D. Irving, other companies want to appeal decision that releases them from land claim
Normally when defendants are released from a court case, it's considered a win. But more than a dozen New Brunswick companies previously named in an Aboriginal title claim aren't happy with the judge's decision to remove them from the case.
Wolastoqey chiefs claim 'enormous victory' in title claim against province
A New Brunswick judge has ruled that Aboriginal title can be declared over privately owned land — even land they’re not fighting to reclaim, according to a Court of King’s Bench decision released last week.