Monthly Archives: May 2025

Differing local views on the ‘Roaring Lion’ thief’s two-year prison sentence

Posted on May 30, 2025 by brucewark

Prominent Tantramar photographer Thaddeus Holownia says he was astounded when he heard that the man who stole the “Roaring Lion” photo of Winston Churchill had been sentenced to two years in prison. “It just seemed really, really severe for what … Continue reading →

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Tantramar Council OKs new code of conduct with tougher penalties

Posted on May 17, 2025 by brucewark

Tantramar Town Council has adopted a new Code of Conduct bylaw that would allow for the suspension of any member of council for up to 90 days without pay. Councillor Bruce Phinney, who has been sanctioned three times under previous … Continue reading →

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The more water you use in Sackville, the cheaper it gets

Posted on May 3, 2025 by brucewark

A Mount Allison University politics professor says the leaflet included in the latest quarterly Sackville water and sewer bills makes it difficult to compare the rate increases that small residential users are facing with those for larger consumers such as … Continue reading →

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Moncton Fire Chief says ‘misunderstandings’ are blocking emergency aid pact with Tantramar

Posted on May 1, 2025 by brucewark

Moncton Fire Chief Conrad Landry says he’s hoping a meeting between his city’s insurance company and the one that serves Tantramar will resolve what he sees as misunderstandings that have so far blocked an agreement on emergency mutual aid during … Continue reading →

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