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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
Sussex Beard Oil Merchants get deal with CBC’s Dragons’ Den
Sussex Beard Oil Merchants, a client company of Opportunities NB, recently secured a deal with the CBC TV show Dragons’ Den to expand and grow its business. “We congratulate Matt White of Sussex Beard Oil Merchants on his successful pitch on Dragons’ Den,” said Stephen Lund, CEO of Opportunities NB. “It is fantastic to see…
Province Updates Progress on Strategic Program Review
The provincial government has taken steps within the past year to decrease the cost of administration, eliminate waste, remove redundancy and implement process improvements to help ensure taxpayers’ dollars are being spent wisely. “Without action, our province faces mounting debt,” said Health Minister Victor Boudreau, who is also minister responsible for the Strategic Program Review.…
Saint John Mill Rats Sign NBA D-League Draft Pick Marlin Mason
The Saint John Mill Rats signed NBA D-League draft pick, 6’6 Marlin Mason, from Cleveland State. The 6’6 versatile and athletic forward was drafted by the Delaware 87ers last month, but was waived after training camp.
Schools celebrate Diversity and Respect Week
Diversity and Respect Week begins Monday, November 16th in New Brunswick schools as part of a provincial effort to support a safe, welcoming and affirming school environment for all students. Diversity and Respect Week replaces Anti-bullying Week promoted in New Brunswick schools since 2012. “We wanted to include a broader mandate for schools to celebrate…