Latest from Luke Beirne
Saint John is staring down trade troubles — and the oil industry has the biggest risk
Saint John is already expected to be Canada's hardest-hit city in the forthcoming trade war — in large part because of the oil industry's immense cross-border market.
New Brunswick pharmacy care program discontinued — though clients, pharmacists call it a success
A pilot program that allowed pharmacists to manage and prescribe for certain chronic conditions, such as diabetes and asthma, has been a great success, according to the New Brunswick Pharmacists' Association — yet the province will not be extending it.
Peskotomuhkati chief, 79, battles a ticking clock in fight for formal recognition
The Peskotomuhkati First Nation, also known as the Passamaquoddy, has sought recognition from the Canadian government for decades but have yet to see any significant movement.
A Saint John private club founded in Victorian times is giving itself a makeover
The Union Club has long had a reputation for hosting the business elites of Saint John, and beyond. As times changes, so too does the club itself.
Backyard hockey rinks are a fixture of Canadian winters. Can they last with climate change?
RinkWatch helps draw awareness to the everyday effects of climate change by focusing on the changes to outdoor hockey played by families across Canada and the United States.
Meet 4 New Brunswick writers carving out a space of their own
New Brunswick has a deep treasure trove when it comes to writers. With the likes of Bliss Carman, Shirley Bear, and David Adams Richards, the soil seems rich for growing literary talent.
N.B. artists set to make a splash at this year's Paddlefest in Saint Andrews
Paddlefest, Saint Andrews' long-running festival of music, nature and water sports, has just announced its lineup for 2025.
Closure of Saint John seafood institution rattles vendors at City Market
Billy's Seafood, a longtime staple of Saint John's City Market, closed its doors suddenly, putting an end to over 30 years of business.
Uptown Saint John's new bookstore café aims for 'cosy, homey vibe,' owners say
A new bookstore and coffee shop set to open in Market Square hopes to create a space for people to write, and to connect writers and readers.