Month: February 2016

UNB Research could Result in Cheaper more Eco-friendly Solar Power

By UNB / February 7, 2016

Thanks to a new finding by University of New Brunswick chemical engineering researcher, Felipe Chibante, solar energy could be produced much cheaper and with a smaller environmental footprint.

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Call for Artists: Bay of Chaleur Drawing & Painting Symposium

By Saint John – Bread 'n Molasses / February 6, 2016

The SymposiumBDC team is very proud to announce the second Bay of Chaleur drawing & painting Symposium. Graciously hosted by the Village of Atholville, this event will showcase professional New Brunswick artists alongside a selection of the most dynamic visual artists from the Bay of Chaleur region. Artists, you will want to be part of this unique event!

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Saint John Mill Rats Partner to Help Inner-City Youth

By Giv'er Saint John / February 5, 2016

Every child deserves an equal chance to participate in sport. Dealermine and the Saint John Mill Rats have partnered up to provide a new opportunity for inner-city small schools and community basketball teams. “We are calling it Rumble in the Station,” says Ian McCarthy, Mill Rats General Manager, “To get started in sports, young people…

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Saint John Mill Rats Add Two Small Forwards

By Giv'er Saint John / February 4, 2016

The Saint John Mill Rats added two veteran small forwards, Johnny Mayhane and Garrius Holloman, to their line-up on January 12th. Both players have suited up for five games since joining the team. Mayhane, a 6’5 wing, was part of the Mill Rats resurgence last season when they rattled off a 13-4 record during key stretch.…

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Air Canada Creates UNB Scholarship Honouring Claude Taylor

By Giv'er Fredericton / February 4, 2016

Air Canada is investing $100,000 at the University of New Brunswick over the next five years to create a scholarship in honour of its former Chairman, President and CEO Claude Taylor (DCL ’80).

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Saint John Sea Dogs get 2nd Straight Honourable Mention in BMO CHL Top 10

By Giv'er Saint John / February 3, 2016

The Saint John Sea Dogs have earned an honourable mention for the second straight week in the latest edition of the BMO CHL Top 10 Rankings. The Canadian Hockey League has released its Week 18 rankings, which are compiled by a panel of National Hockey League scouts. The Sea Dogs are one of five teams…

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Saint John Mill Rats February 2016 Schedule

By Giv'er Saint John / February 3, 2016

Here’s a look ahead at what’s coming up for your Saint John Mill Rats this month, February 2016.

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Saint John “Champ” Benefits from Key Tag Service, Now in its 70th Year

By Giv'er Saint John / February 2, 2016

As The War Amps 2016 Key Tags are mailed to New Brunswick residents this week, the service marks 70 years of returning lost keys to their owners. Donations to the Key Tag Service assist members of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, including Emma Coakley, 10, of Saint John. Emma was born a right…

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Highmore Named QMJHL’s Third Star of the Week

By Giv'er Saint John / February 1, 2016

Saint John Sea Dogs centre Matthew Highmore has been named the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League’s third star of the week for the period ending January 24th. The Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, native registered three goals and seven points in three games last week. Highmore, 19, kicked off his week with two goals and an assist…

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