New Brunswick receives increased immigration allocation from federal government for 2025

New Brunswick has negotiated an increased immigration allocation with the federal government. The province has received an additional 1,500 spots for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), bringing its total immigration allocation this year to 4,250 spaces. …

Governor Mills Announces Visit to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to Reaffirm Maine's Relationship with Canada

Boston, MASSACHUSETTS -- Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will travel to Atlantic Canada next week to promote Maine as a top destination for Canadian tourists and to strengthen cross-border relationships and economic ties. The Governor made …

Brunswick Co. Habitat for Humanity holds groundbreaking for three homes in new subdivision

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for three families whose homes are being constructed in the organization’s first subdivision in Leland. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on …

Brunswick Co. Sheriff’s Office hosting free pet vaccine events

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is hosting free pet vaccine events this week. BCSO is offering free 1-year rabies vaccines, FVRCP vaccines for cats, and DAPP vaccines for dogs at the events. The event is set to …

Cloudy Water Advisory issued in Brunswick County

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A Cloudy Water Advisory has been issued for the Boiling Spring Lakes and Southport areas. According to the county, Brunswick County Public Utilities customers in these areas are experiencing cloudy water. The county states …

SWFL: Harvey Bulls and Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault play White Ribbon Round matches

Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault’s Zoe Roberts among eight SWFL players selected in State country side

South Hill Ponytails eliminate Brunswick

South Hill catcher Eva Morgan tries to corral a throw to the plate in action against Lunenburg in the Dixie Softball District 1 Ponytails tournament in Lunenburg. (Dennis Smith photo) The South Hill All-Stars stayed alive in the Dixie Softball District 1 …

Brunswick sees new funding, county-wide safety proposals on the way

Residents are making their voices heard as Brunswick County enters hurricane season with new reports, proposals and funding. There's a lot going on between concerns about flooding and sea levels rising, protests against paid parking, plans for upcoming …

Child killed after being hit by starting gate at horse race in New Brunswick

The Atlantic Provinces Harness Racing Commission (APHRC) says a young child was struck and killed during a live horse racing event by the starting gate. APHRC said the incident happened on Saturday at Woodstock Raceway in New Brunswick and confirmed the …