Moncton Weather: Sun mixing with pm clouds. Possible showers or thundershowers. Humidex 39
- Summer Weather Links: NewCountry969.ca/storm
- Forest Fire Dashboard from DNR: See HERE
- Fire Ban Status: Updated at 2 PM
Beach Report Link: https://www.gnb.ca/en/topic/environment-resources/water/beach-water-quality.html
Local News
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Gas Volatility: Gas dropped between 5 and 6 cents / diesel and furnace oil dropped ~3 cents.
ICYMI: Fuel prices normally change on Thursday night (at midnight), but can change any day if the market has big fluctuations.
- See scottyandtony.com/2023/09/gas-price-predictions-are-bit-of.html
- See also nbeub.ca/current-petroleum-prices-2
- GasBuddy Price Comparison: GasBuddy Moncton
Latest Price on Fri Aug 7:
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Moncton RCMP sharing photo of assault suspect. A person ended up with a broken nose. Suspect got away. Read more at TJ.news
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Jonas Brothers concert at the stadium on Saturday. No street closures, but expect heavy traffic near the university starting around 3 PM. Plan ahead info.
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Dieppe localized boil water order info: TJ.news Article | City of Dieppe Official Notice
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Pride parade road closures downtown on Saturday: City of Moncton Street Closures
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There is a traffic button at Mount Royal and Bessborough meant to slow traffic near Bessborough School. (Reminder: Treat a traffic button intersection like a roundabout). See Moncton Traffic Calming Measures.
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ICYMI: We talked about how the Peter McKee Community Food Centre had a truck donated to help them deliver food. Here are links to help the center or to access support:
- If you or someone you know needs food support, CLICK HERE to find resources. You can also call 506-383-4281 Ext. 1 to make an appointment with the Peter McKee Food Centre (475 Saint George St).
- Donate to the Peter McKee Food Centre in Moncton: via e-transfer HERE or via credit card HERE.
- To donate to Feed NB (supporting Moncton and provincial food banks): CLICK HERE.
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Blood donations needed: Canadian Blood Services Moncton is in need of blood donors. Summer tends to bring a decrease in donors along with an increase in demand.
- Moncton Blood Donor Centre Hours: Mon (3-8 PM), Tue (10 AM - 3 PM), Wed (10 AM - 3 PM), Thu (3-8 PM), Fri (9 AM - 2 PM).
- Location: 500 Mapleton Road.
- GiveBlood App: iPhone | Android
- Call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or book at Blood.ca.
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Provincial / Regional News
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NB Premier decides to cancel meetings with US politicians in Vermont. Read more on TJ.news.
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ICYMI: During Miramichi bridge repairs, a water taxi service is available. Ferry Schedule HERE.
National News & Beyond
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If you bought beef anytime since 2015, you might want to check this out. Some beef suppliers have offered settlements following price-fixing allegations. If the settlement gets court approval in September, eligible consumers may receive compensation. See details at beefclassaction.ca.
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MLB: Blue Jays lost yesterday in extra innings. See details at mlb.com/bluejays.
Gas prices normally change on Thursdays at midnight. See Price Predictions.
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