New Brunswick Today — September 23, 2026
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
New Brunswick is moving into the final days of September with cooler mornings, fall events and several important stories developing across the province. Saint John is welcoming two cruise ships today, while police are asking for public assistance in several investigations.
Saint John Today
Two cruise ships in port
It is a busy day at Port Saint John, with Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas arriving this morning and Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady also scheduled to call at Saint John today.
Independence of the Seas is scheduled to arrive at 10:30 a.m. and depart Thursday evening. Valiant Lady is scheduled for a 9:30 a.m. arrival and 8 p.m. departure.
The two cruise calls will bring thousands of visitors into Uptown Saint John, providing another important boost for restaurants, shops, attractions and local tourism businesses.
Saint John police investigation
A 50-year-old man arrested on the west side of Saint John earlier this week has been charged with attempted murder following an incident at a Fairville Boulevard convenience store.
Police originally responded shortly after 1 a.m. Tuesday to a report involving a man with a weapon. The investigation remains an important public-safety story for the city.
Around the city
Saint John’s municipal notices continue to include transportation and construction information, including recent advisories concerning Germain Street, King Street and Harbour Bridge traffic. Residents should check the city’s latest notices before travelling if their route takes them through construction areas.
New Brunswick News
Missing 15-year-old
The Minto RCMP is asking the public for help locating 15-year-old Daisy Lafford of Lakeville Corner.
Police say she was last seen at approximately 9 p.m. on September 22 near Route 670 in Lakeville Corner. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is asked to contact the Minto RCMP at 506-327-1820.
Missing 65-year-old man
Western Valley RCMP are also seeking information concerning 65-year-old Steven Kooistra of Waterville.
Police say he was last seen around 10 a.m. on September 21. His vehicle was later found abandoned near Route 130. Anyone with information is asked to contact Western Valley RCMP at 506-325-3000.
Health care
The provincial government announced September 22 that a new collaborative care clinic in Hampton is expected to eliminate the local primary-care waiting list. The new team includes six physicians.
The announcement comes as New Brunswick continues efforts to expand access to primary care across the province.
Auditor General report coming
The second volume of the 2026 New Brunswick Auditor General’s report is scheduled to be released Tuesday, September 29, at 10 a.m.
The report will include chapters examining collaborative care clinics and an NB Power electricity surcharge, among other matters.
Weather
Saint John
Environment Canada is forecasting mainly sunny skies today with a high of 18°C. Tonight will be clear, with a low near 5°C and a risk of frost.
Thursday should remain sunny with a high around 18°C, although inland areas could reach 22°C. A change in the weather is expected later in the week, with showers becoming increasingly likely Friday night and periods of rain Saturday.
Looking ahead:
- Wednesday: Mainly sunny, 18°C
- Thursday: Sunny, 18°C
- Friday: Cloudy, 17°C
- Saturday: Periods of rain, 16°C
- Sunday: Showers, 15°C
Fall is definitely beginning to make its presence felt across New Brunswick.
Bay of Fundy Tides — Saint John
For September 23, the Saint John area is experiencing the powerful tidal range that makes the Bay of Fundy famous.
Today’s tides:
- Low: approximately 3:51 a.m.
- High: approximately 10:01 a.m.
- Low: approximately 4:10 p.m.
- High: approximately 10:20 p.m.
The high tide is approximately 22.72 feet in the morning and 23.86 feet tonight.
For anyone heading along the waterfront, checking the tide times before visiting beaches, coastal trails or the Reversing Falls area is always worthwhile.
Sports
The Canadian Football League is moving toward the final stretch of the regular season, while Canada’s major professional sports leagues are entering an increasingly busy fall period.
The CFL is also preparing for its annual recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, with league-wide initiatives planned in consultation with Indigenous communities.
For New Brunswick sports fans, the next few weeks will bring a transition from summer baseball toward the NHL and NFL seasons.
What’s Happening
Saint John
Today is a particularly busy day in the city because of the two cruise ship visits.
Other events listed for today include:
SNB: The Great Romances
Imperial Theatre, Saint John.
Artists in the Atrium
Market Square, featuring more than 20 local vendors.
Coming Up
September 26 — National Tree Day Planting Event
Beaconsfield Middle School, Saint John.
September 27 — 5K Pursuit: Run for a Cause
Lily Lake Pavilion, Saint John. The event supports Holiday in a Box.
September 30 — National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Saint John will light its city sign orange in recognition of the day.
Across New Brunswick
From Saint John and Fredericton to Moncton, the Miramichi and northern New Brunswick, September is bringing a mixture of fall activities, cultural events and community programs.
Arts and Culture New Brunswick’s current calendar includes performances in Saint John, Moncton and Fredericton, including music, theatre and other cultural events.
This Week in New Brunswick
The big picture:
New Brunswick is entering autumn with several issues worth watching:
- Access to health care and family doctors
- Municipal and local-government responsibilities
- Public safety and ongoing RCMP investigations
- Energy and electricity policy
- Education and workforce development
- Tourism and the continuing cruise season
- The changing weather as fall arrives
For Saint John, the cruise industry remains particularly visible today, with two ships scheduled at Port Saint John.
New Brunswick Today — Bottom Line
September is drawing to a close, and New Brunswick is beginning the transition into fall.
In Saint John, the waterfront will be busy with two cruise ships, while across the province police are seeking information in several cases. Health care remains a major provincial priority, and the upcoming Auditor General’s report will provide another important look at government programs and NB Power.
With sunny skies today but cooler temperatures and rain later in the week, it is also a good time to enjoy some of the final days of September outdoors.
Stay informed. Stay safe. Enjoy New Brunswick.
Sources
Government of New Brunswick
Royal Canadian Mounted Police — New Brunswick
Environment and Climate Change Canada
City of Saint John
Discover Saint John
Arts and Culture New Brunswick
Port Saint John