Today's top headlines from CBC New Brunswick

Today's top headlines from CBC New Brunswick - 2026-03-16

Good evening, these are your top stories for Sunday, March 15, 2026.
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Copper theft shut down internet for some Bell users in southwest N.B.

March 15 , 2026 at 05:50:04 p.m. ADT • :

Bell Media says stolen copper cable caused an internet outage for almost 200 people in three southwestern N.B. communities. The outages were expected to be resolved by 5 p.m. AT Sunday.

Mount Allison researchers say women still underrepresented at the Oscars

March 15 , 2026 at 12:55:22 p.m. ADT • :

Students watched 188 films nominated for best picture and best animated feature between 2001 and 2023, where they analyzed female characters, how they were portrayed and if they reinforced harmful gender and racial stereotypes.

N.B. conference helps young women pursue science careers

March 15 , 2026 at 12:47:06 p.m. ADT • :

Hundreds of STEM students from across the Maritimes met in Fredericton over the weekend, attending workshops and making lifelong connections.

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March critters: Enjoy these photos from around New Brunswick

March 15 , 2026 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

This week's edition features birds, squirrels and owls from around New Brunswick.

Slated for demolition, Golden Ball building holds more than a century of history in Saint John

March 15 , 2026 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

Saint John's Golden Ball building, once Irving Oil's corporate headquarters, is set for demolition. A local heritage expert wants residents to appreciate the area's story.