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Helpline for NBers looking to Welcome Refugees
The provincial government has opened a toll-free helpline for New Brunswickers looking to help welcome Syrian refugees. The number is 1-855-444-6554. Callers to the helpline will be asked for specific details of the support they are able to provide plus their contact information. “New Brunswick has a history of helping refugees and I know this…
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A Christmas Gift for Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue
Kevin Doucette, a Sales Rep from Fundy Honda and a long-time supporter of the Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue, recently pledged to make a $50 donation to the SPCA from every 2015 Honda Civic that he sells through December 31st. If you’re in the market for a new Honda Civic just drop by Fundy Honda at 160 Rothesay…
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December Events at the Kennebecasis Public Library
December Events at the Kennebecasis Public Library Contact Info: 849-5314, www.kvlibrary.org/ Event Name: Pre-School Storytime Date: Dec 1st Time: Tuesday mornings from10:30-11am. Location: Kennebecasis Public Library Event Description: For three-four year old children. The program will include literacy-based songs, rhymes, activities, stories. Registration is required. Event Name: Toddler Storytime Date: December 4th. Time: Fridays from…
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Veteran Guard Al Stewart Reunites with Mill Rats
The Saint John Mill Rats are pleased to announce the addition of 5’11 veteran point guard Al Stewart to the roster. Stewart, from Chicago, Illinois, shared the backcourt with Anthony Anderson on the Manchester Millrats in 2007-2008, and led a Rob Spon coached Millrats squad to within 1-game of the PBL finals in 2008-2009. …
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NBers Challenged to take on Small Acts to help Overcome Poverty
A two-week awareness campaign launched yesterday, Small Acts, Big Impact, is challenging New Brunswickers to choose a small but meaningful act of volunteerism to help overcome poverty in the province. The campaign, led by the Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation, is intended to bring awareness and action to the issue in a positive and meaningful…
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Twisted Christmas: A Holiday Tradition in Saint John
Saint John’s longest running holiday comedy tradition – Twisted Christmas – returns for two nights at the BMO Studio Theatre on November 27th and December 18th at 7:30 pm. The players of Improvisation Corporation are back to look at all of the traditions, memories and trappings of the holiday season and twist them to find new comedic…
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Win at Dobson Signature Auto’s 1st Anniversary Sale!
Come to Dobson Signature Auto’s First Anniversary Sale and you could win a brand new snowblower! Located at 275 Rothesay Avenue in Saint John, Dobson Signature Auto has lots of quality pre-owned vehicles marked down by thousands of dollars. Plus, buy any pre-owned vehicle between now and December 25th and you’ll be entered into a draw…
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Motor Vehicle Registration Improvements being Considered
Improvements to the motor vehicle registration process are being considered as part of the Strategic Program Review. Under the review, the provincial government is working with New Brunswickers to identify $500 million to $600 million in savings and revenue in order to eliminate the deficit. “No doubt we will be facing some tough choices as…
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Light Up Lily Lake Community Celebration
The general public are invited to join Saint John Energy and the City of Saint John as they light up Lily Lake in Rockwood Park and celebrate the completion of the Solar Lights Project! This community celebration will happen on Wednesday November 25th from 5 to 6 pm at the Lily Lake Interpretation Centre near the Duck Pond. Special…
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Crime Prevention Awards
Individuals and organizations from across the province were honoured recently for their crime prevention efforts at the annual luncheon of the Crime Prevention Association of New Brunswick. “We are incredibly fortunate to have so many organizations and individuals dedicated to crime prevention here in New Brunswick,” said Public Safety Minister and Solicitor General Stephen Horsman.…
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NB Power and Public Safety Test Response Plans
NB Power and the Department of Public Safety’s Emergency Measures Organizations will test nuclear emergency response plans in a full-scale, multi-jurisdictional exercise today, November 17th, and tomorrow, November 18th. In addition, NB Power is testing emergency response plans related to grid reliability and stability through a North America-wide table-top exercise among power operators November 18th…
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Port of Saint John CEO Named Chair of American Association of Port Authorities
The American Association of Port Authorities recently named Port of Saint John CEO Jim Quinn its 2015-16 chair of the board. “The Port of Saint John has built a stellar reputation on the world stage, and this appointment is a testament to Mr. Quinn’s professionalism and leadership qualities,” said Ed Doherty, minister responsible for Service…
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