Saint John Garage Fire Erupts in Explosion, Firefighters Issue Urgent Warning to Residents

December 19, 2025

An early morning fire on Midwood Avenue completely destroyed a large garage and an adjacent shed, with firefighters facing an explosion while battling the blaze. In a social media post, the Saint John Firefighters IAFF Local 771 reported that the crew of Rescue 4 arrived to find the garage fully engulfed in flames. The fire […]

Saint John Police Seize Cocaine, Crystal Meth in Major Drug Bust

December 19, 2025

The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit (I.E.U.) has arrested a 29-year-old man following a significant drug trafficking investigation in the city. In a media release, police confirmed the arrest took place without incident on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Following the arrest, officers obtained a warrant and searched a residence within Saint John, […]

Tattooed Suspect Sought in East Saint John Armed Robbery

December 19, 2025

The Saint John Police are asking for your help to identify a man involved in an armed robbery at an East Saint John convenience store that left an employee injured. According to a media release from the Saint John Police, the incident occurred on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m. A male suspect […]

Urgent Search: Saint John Police Ask for Public's Help to Find Missing Teenager

December 19, 2025

Community Alert: Police Searching for Missing 17-Year-Old The Saint John Police are urgently requesting your help to locate a missing teenager, 17-year-old Alexis Dawn Daley (Middleton). According to an official media release, police are concerned for her safety and are asking anyone with information to come forward. Alexis was last seen in the Park Avenue […]

Saint John Police-Involved Crime Unit Wins National Award

December 17, 2025

The New Brunswick Integrated Enforcement Unit (NBIEU), a specialized team that includes members of the Saint John Police Force, has earned a prestigious national award for its work in combating serious crime across the province. According to a media release from the Saint John Police, the unit was named the national winner of the RCMP’s […]

Protect Your Packages: Saint John Police Issue Warning on Porch Pirates

December 15, 2025

Police Advise Caution as Package Thefts Rise with Holiday Shopping As online shopping orders increase for the holiday season, the Saint John Police are warning residents about a rise in thefts of unattended packages. In a recent media release, the force highlighted the growing problem of thieves, often called “porch pirates,” who target deliveries left […]

Saint John Firefighters Hone Rescue Skills in Intense Vehicle Crash Simulation

December 13, 2025

Constant Training for Community Safety While many are preparing for the holidays, members of the Saint John Fire Department are busy flipping cars. In a recent training exercise, firefighters sharpened their life-saving skills by practicing complex vehicle extrications. According to a social media post from the Saint John Fire Fighters IAFF Local 771, crews spent […]

Saint John Firefighters Continue Decade-Long Tradition of Serving School Lunches

December 11, 2025

A Decade of Dedication to Saint John Youth For more than ten years, a dedicated group of retired Saint John firefighters has been a cornerstone of the lunch program at Saint John the Baptist School. These community heroes volunteer their time to prepare and serve meals to over 450 children on a regular basis, demonstrating […]

Saint John Firefighters Warn of 'Serious Concerns' Over Aging, Unreliable Fire Truck Fleet

December 10, 2025

Union Goes Public with Equipment Safety Fears The union representing Saint John firefighters has taken its concerns public, warning that the city’s aging and unreliable fleet of fire trucks is putting crews and public safety at risk. In a statement released on social media, the Saint John Professional Firefighters Association (IAFF Local 771) said that […]

A Legacy on Ice: Saint John Firefighters Honour Three Generations of Local Hockey Family

December 8, 2025

U13 Hockey Team Connects with Firefighting History in Saint John The Saint John Firefighters Museum recently hosted some special guests: the U13 Devil’s Hockey team. The young players enjoyed pizza and a tour of Fire Station 1, but the visit also marked a poignant moment for one local family with deep roots in both hockey […]