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Judge to rule on Justin Bourque's alleged prison stabbing in September

May 29 , 2025 at 04:48:51 p.m. ADT • :

A judge will rule in September whether Justin Bourque and another man are guilty of stabbing a third man with shanks in a prison three years ago.

Liberals rewrite message on education cuts after a month of criticism

May 29 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

What began as criticism of one minister over education cuts has grown into broader condemnation of the Holt government's decision-making, poor communication and mishandling of school district budgets.

Pothole problems: here's how you can protect your car and your wallet

May 29 , 2025 at 05:06:30 p.m. ADT • :

Deanna LeBlanc recently blew a tire when she hit a pothole on the Trans-Canada outside Moncton. About 25 other drivers did, too, in the exact same spot. Now, she's filing a damage claim with the construction company. What options are there for drivers impacted by pothole season and how can you avoid damage altogether?

Maine rolls out the welcome mat for visiting Canadians

May 28 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

New welcome signs are being installed near border crossings to remind Canadians they will be warmly received, as the state seeks to repair damage done by Trump rhetoric and tariffs.

Horizon Health leads Canada's first in-home cancer treatment trial

May 28 , 2025 at 04:05:00 p.m. ADT • :

In a new cancer study led by Horizon Health oncologists, 15 to 20 New Brunswickers will receive in-home treatment for certain types of lung cancer. Dr. Mahmoud Abdelsalam says if the trial is successful, in-home treatment would benefit both patients and the health-care system.

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