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Release of New Brunswick Family Plan report on supporting those with addictions and mental health challenges
The provincial government has released a report on supporting those with addictions and mental health challenges. The report stems from the stakeholder engagement process to develop the New Brunswick Family Plan. “Good mental health is fundamental to the resilience of individuals, families and communities,” said Premier Brian Gallant. “Improving mental health will also increase productivity…
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Book Review: “Black River Road” by Debra Komar
Canadian author and retired forensic anthropologist Debra Komar has written her fourth book examining a historical crime, Black River Road. Subtitled “An Unthinkable Crime, an Unlikely Suspect, and the Question of Character”, Ms. Komar searched back through historical court records to find this unique case of a murder committed outside the city of Saint John.
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May is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Premier Brian Gallant, who is also minister responsible for Women’s Equality, is encouraging New Brunswickers to seek opportunities for awareness and education during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. “Every community in New Brunswick has the power to create a supportive and responsive environment for victims of sexual violence,” said Gallant. “We are working with partners to…
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Makers Market Seeks Vendors
The Makers Market is an exhibition, a community celebration and the perfect way to spend the first Sunday afternoon of June. With the help of our media partners, and local associations we’re bringing together gardeners, farmers, forestry…
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SEA DOGS SHUT DOWN ARMADA IN GAME 2
by TIM ROSZELL Julien Gauthier scored twice and added an assist and Callum Booth made 27 stops for the shutout as the Saint John Sea Dogs blanked the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada, 4-0, in Game 2 of the Rogers President Cup Final, Saturday at Harbour Station. For Gauthier, it was his second consecutive two-goal, three-point performance. Booth’s…
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Join Habitat for Humanity Carter Work Project from July 9-14th
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn will be in Canada from July 9-14th for Habitat for Humanity’s 34th Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project to help build 150 homes for Canada’s 150th anniversary – Habitat Canada’s biggest build project ever! Everyone in Canada has the right to a safe, affordable and decent…
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Launch of new seniors’ guide
The latest New Brunswick Seniors’ Guide to Services and Programs was released recently. “Fostering healthy aging and support for seniors is one of the seven pillars of the New Brunswick Family Plan framework,” said Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Lisa Harris. “Your government is listening to you and getting things done. This guide is just…
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May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. “Bladder cancer is the fifth most common cancer in Canada,” said Health Minister Victor Boudreau. “This month, I encourage New Brunswickers to learn more about the disease and to focus on living a healthy lifestyle to reduce their chance of being diagnosed with any cancer.” Bladder Cancer Canada is…
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Name of new Saint John elementary school announced
A $20 million school being built in Saint John will be named Seaside Park Elementary School. Premier Brian Gallant made the announcement at Havelock School recently. “Improving education is crucial for our economy and for the health of our families and communities,” said Gallant. “We are proud to be building the first new school in…
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Public Information Session: King Street Bus Lay-By Reconstruction
The City of Saint John will be undertaking the renewal of the concrete bus lay-by areas on the north and south sides of King Street near civic #52 (Tim Hortons). The work will involve excavating the existing concrete bus lay-by areas and replacing them with new reinforced concrete. The concrete curb and gutter will also…
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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, May 4, 2017
Fishing this week depended where you were. From the mouth of the Cains down the water was very high and dirty while above it was fishable and catching was good for spring salmon. Striped bass was sporadic with some places good and others just producing a few here and there.
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Saint John Common Council Initiates Real Estate Alignment to Drive Economic Development
Common Council has passed a resolution to signal it is giving the green light to the initial phase of a Real Estate Services alignment as outlined in the Roadmap for Smart Growth. The appointment of a contract Director of Strategic Real Estate Services (Director) will allow for evaluation and development of a new structure optimizing…
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