Health & Lifestyle

2016 Saint John Fall Registration Expo

By Giv'er Saint John / August 22, 2016

Saint John’s Fall Registration Expo is your opportunity to learn about all the various sports, recreation, arts, cultural and educational programs and services that are available for Saint John residents of all ages. Free Admission Wednesday, August 31, 2016 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Saint John Trade and Convention Centre 1 Market Square For more…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Week of August 18, 2016

By News Contributor / August 20, 2016

THIS WEEK’S KEY WORD IS “IMPROVEMENT” With cooler temperatures and some rain, angling and angling conditions have improved this week. First, the Cold-Water Pool closures have revoked and are now open to regular angling.

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Conserve water, only water lawns when necessary, and less frequently.

Citizens Asked to Help Conserve Water

By Giv'er Saint John / August 18, 2016

Saint John Water is asking citizens to help conserve water during what is proving to be a very hot, dry season. With the consistent heat across the region over the past two months, water levels at the City’s watersheds – Spruce Lake (west) and Latimer Lake and Loch Lomond (east) – have dropped, leaving the…

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Traffic Advisory: Marathon by the Sea

By Giv'er Saint John / August 13, 2016

The organizers of the 2016 Emera Marathon by the Sea would like to advise residents and motorists that a number of traffic and safety plans have been put in place for this year’s event. The run will begin at the Diamond Jubilee Cruise Terminal at 8 am on Sunday, August 14th, and follow a mapped…

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Passport to Parks at Carleton Community Centre Tomorrow

By Giv'er Saint John / August 12, 2016

We’re Back On! The weather is cooperating! Come join Passport to Parks at Carleton Community Centre (also known as Family Fun Day) this Saturday, August 13th from 12-4 pm. All activities are free! What’s Passport to Parks? Passport to Parks or #P2PSJ, is your invitation to a fun and active summer in Saint John. Our…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Week of August 11, 2016

By News Contributor / August 11, 2016

Warm weather and lack of rain have kept the salmon cold-water pools closed and pretty much the same for all other river stretches where salmon are involved. We need rain and lots of it for angling to get back to normal.

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Miramichi Fishing Report Week of August 4, 2016

By Doug Underhill / August 5, 2016

Generally, angling is slow with warm water, and pool closures still in effect. Doug White’s Tammerack Sports Fly Shop in Juniper said the fishing was slow and then it stopped. Seems to be a few fish around but the water is low and warm and with the possible exception of a local or two, the river is vacant.

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Saint John Champ warns kids about “Mean Machines”

By Giv'er Saint John / August 4, 2016

The War Amps float passed on the vital PLAYSAFE/DRIVESAFE message at the recent Natal Day Parade, in Halifax, NS. This year’s theme, “Mean Machines. Spot the danger before you play!” was depicted on the colourful, animated float, which had a special focus on lawn mowers, farm equipment and railway crossings. Emma Coakley, 10, of Saint…

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Saint John Police Force Tee Off For Mental Health, Sponsorships Sought

By Giv'er Saint John / August 3, 2016

This fall, the Saint John Police Force will be hosting its first annual golf tournament at the Rockwood Golf Course. On September 30, 2016 members of the community will have the opportunity to take part in a fundraising effort to support the Canadian Mental Health Association of New Brunswick Saint John Office and SJPF Wellness…

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Home Decor Trend: Go Natural!

By News Contributor / August 2, 2016

One of today’s top trends in Home Decor is the use of natural fibres in just about any space. For example, an all-white look can be be warmed up considerably by adding woven wood shades to the windows. Bold paint and furniture colours can be grounded with a natural jute rug. A formal dining room can become more casual and laid back by swapping out the current dining chairs for wicker chairs instead!

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Free vehicle entrance to provincial parks on New Brunswick Day

By rivervalley / July 30, 2016

During New Brunswick Day celebrations on Monday August 1st, the provincial government will be offering free gate admission at provincial parks as part of its Get Outside! NB program.

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Week of July 28, 2016

By News Contributor / July 28, 2016

Angling had been decent to quite good last weekend before the heat brought fishing to a crawl, and the implementation of the closure of identified cold water pools.

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