A watermain break yesterday (December 8) in Moncton has led to a boil water advisory for residents in the northwest end of the city. If you're in the Hot Zone, boil water for at least one minute before consuming it until further notice. (https://www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/new-brunswick/article/watermain-break-triggers-boil-water-advisory-in-moncton/) (https://www.moncton.ca/en/news-notices/boil-water-advisory-issued).
Notes:
- water is safe for showering but close your mouth!
- washing hands with tap water is OK.
Wildcats vs HFax at Avenir on Saturday: No love there...
A teenager from Riverview has launched a charitable initiative called "The Giving Tree" to ensure local children in need receive gifts during the holiday season.
(https://www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/new-brunswick/article/riverview-nb-teen-starts-the-giving-tree-to-help-kids-at-christmas/) and see (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581394662158)
- Provincial/ Regional News
The New Brunswick government has reached a milestone by confirming 10 collaborative care clinics across the province in 2025, as part of a commitment to open 30 such clinics by 2028. This initiative is expected to connect more than 14,000 New Brunswickers on the wait-list to team-based primary care, improving access to health services closer to home. (https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2025.12.0557.html).
The Richibucto RCMP is seeking public assistance to identify a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that occurred on December 7 at the intersection of Acadie Street and Legion Street. The suspect vehicle is described as a red Ford Ranger with a front vanity plate featuring an Acadian flag and the name 'DAIGLE'. (https://rcmp.ca/en/nb/news/2025/12/4348301). Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Most economists expect the Bank of Canada to hold its key interest rate steady in its upcoming December announcement (Dec 10th). They try to find a balance between affordability and managing inflation. (https://globalnews.ca/news/11568248/bank-of-canada-interest-rate-prediction-december-2025/).
Pop star Katy Perry and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have made their relationship Instagram official by posting coupled photos. The pictures have generated significant media attention and public reaction online (https://globalnews.ca/news/11568123/katy-perry-justin-trudeau-couple-photos-instagram-official/).
The deadline for Canadians to claim a portion of the $500-million settlement in the bread price-fixing class-action lawsuit is approaching. Eligible consumers who purchased packaged bread between 2001 and 2019 are encouraged to submit their claims before the cut-off date (Dec. 12). (https://globalnews.ca/news/11568584/bread-price-fixing-deadline/).
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globe Awards have been announced, with a diverse range of films and television series recognized. The full list of nominees highlights the year's most acclaimed performances and productions ahead of the January awards ceremony (https://globalnews.ca/news/11556100/2026-golden-globe-nominations-full-list/).
Air Transat and a potential pilot strike: still uncertainty. It was announced that flights would be canceled and then some weren't canceled. The airline and the pilots' union continue negotiations, but passengers are advised to check their flight status for disruptions (https://globalnews.ca/news/11568221/air-transat-flights-cancelled-pilots-strike/).
Gas prices normally change on Thursdays at midnight. See https://www.scottyandtony.com/2023/09/gas-price-predictions-are-bit-of.html
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Q League Hockey: Moncton Wildcats Sched: https://chl.ca/lhjmq-wildcats/schedule/1/211/
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🏫 Scotty and Tony's School News Page newcountry969.ca/school
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💊 Health Care and E.R. Wait Times Resources https://www.evisitnb.ca/ and https://www.sowhywait.ca/ and https://horizonnb.ca/services/emergency-department/estimated-emergency-department-wait-times/
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🏒🏈🏀⚽⚾ Sports:
- Scores https://www.flashscore
- Moncton Wildcats Q League Hockey https://chl.ca/lhjmq-wildcats
- Moncton AAA Flyers U18 Hockey https://nbpeimu18hl.ca/teams/flyers
- Ladies High School Hockey www.leaguelineup.com/cehockeyec
- Boys High School Hockey www.easternconferencehockey.com
- West Kent Steamers Jr A Hockey https://www.westkentsteamers.com
- High School Football https://www.gridironnewbrunswick.org/highschool.php
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💰 Atlantic Lotto Winning Numbers... https://www.alc.ca/content/alc/en/winning-numbers.html
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🩸 Donate Blood:
- Moncton Blood Donation Centre Hours are
Monday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm/ Tuesday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm/ Wednesday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm/ Thursday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm/ Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
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at at 500 Mapleton Road.
- GiveBlood app (iphone) (android)
- Call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or book at Blood.ca.
- CBS Moncton Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LifelineMoncton/
