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NB Annual Writing Competition goes Digital with $2600 in Prizes
The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) encourages all New Brunswickers to submit their poems, stories or creative essays to its 2016-17 Writing Competition. The contest opened on December 9th, 2016. Deadline for entries is March 3, 2017. All submissions must be made electronically through the WFNB website at wfnb.ca/competitions. The competition awards…
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Chase the Ace Fundraiser for Bobby’s Hospice
Mark your calendars! Starting this month on Wednesday evenings there will be a Chase the Ace Fundraiser for Bobby’s Hospice at the Saint John Marina located at 2050 Westfield Road. The kick off is Wednesday January 25th, 2017. Get three tickets for $5 on sale at the Saint John Marina from 5 to 7 pm. The…
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Sea Dogs Acquire F Julien Gauthier from Foreurs
The Saint John Sea Dogs have acquired forward Julien Gauthier from the Val-d’Or Foreurs in a transaction announced on the final day of the QMJHL’s holiday trade period. In return, the Sea Dogs send a 2017 third-round pick (previously acquired from Val-d’Or), two 2018 second-round picks (previously acquired from Val-d’Or and the Sherbrooke Phoenix), a…
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New Brunswick’s economy projected to grow in 2017
The Conference Board of Canada recently announced a GDP growth projection of 0.2 per cent for New Brunswick in 2016 and 1.4 per cent for 2017. “New Brunswickers are working hard and it is showing,” said Premier Brian Gallant. “Because of the efforts of New Brunswick businesses, we have seen record economic growth in 2015…
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Sea Dogs & Wildcats Team Up for Annual “Community Rivalry” Blood Drive
The Saint John Sea Dogs and the Moncton Wildcats, in association with engineering firm Hatch and Canadian Blood Services (CBS), are teaming up to hold the “Community Rivalry” blood drive during the month of January. Saint John has a goal of 384 donors between Tuesday January 3rd, and Tuesday January 31st, 2017. Moncton’s goal is…
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Winner in Olsen’s Meat and Produce Contest
Congratulations to Donna Mc Donald! Donna is the most recent winner on our Saint John Online Facebook page where we frequently run contests. Our friends at Olsen’s Meat & Produce partnered with us to give one lucky person $50 worth of steak just in time for the holidays! Donna stopped by Olsen’s before Christmas to…
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Investment in Promise Partnership
The provincial government has invested more than $216,000 in the Promise Partnership over the last two academic years at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Saint John campus through the Access and Success program. “Your government believes that a well-educated workforce is essential to growing the economy and creating jobs. That is why we are…
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Advocate releases State of the Child Report
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released its eighth annual State of the Child Report at a breakfast for government members and senior civil servants in Fredericton. The release of the report coincides with the 25th anniversary of Canada’s ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The report encourages…
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Revised provincial flag guidelines recognize province’s cultural diversity
The provincial government has revised its flag guidelines to allow for the raising of various national flags, representing the diverse cultural communities of New Brunswick, at the legislative assembly. The guidelines allow for the raising of a country’s flag on its national holiday. “As we draw nearer to the start of Canada’s 150th birthday celebrations…
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Saint John North End Food Bank Fundraiser “Feed the Hungry Event”
Feed the Hungry Event for the benefit of Saint John North End Food Bank. – The Adhesives – City Bus Hand Jobs – Molly Bee – Neighbourhood Watch – Cable Crusher – The Atomiks Prizes and more. Admission $10 + non pershable food items. BYOB. All proceeds with be dontated to the Saint John North…
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“Come Together” at AJ’s Lounge & Restaurant for Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue
“Come Together” at AJ’s Lounge and Restaurant for Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue Local Musicians, Common Thread & Friends will make “Christmas Merry” for local homeless pets! Join us for great local talent, in a warm atmosphere, with paws-itively purr-fect opportunities to support your community’s homeless pets! Friday, Dec.16th, 2016 – 9 PM to 12…
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Make buying locally a holiday tradition
The provincial government is urging the public to buy local as they purchase gifts and food for the holidays. Interested individuals may visit their local farmers market, or a local butcher or fish merchant as they prepare for holiday feasts. They may also purchase uniquely New Brunswick gifts. Following are some tips for including local…
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