Culture & Community

New Brunswick among the best at International Roadcheck 2017

By rivervalley / August 21, 2017

New Brunswick ranked among the top three provinces and territories for commercial vehicle safety compliance at International Roadcheck 2017, an annual 72-hour inspection event sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.

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Theatre New Brunswick Tickets Now On Sale for the 2017-2018 Season

By Giv'er Fredericton / August 20, 2017

Individual tickets for all productions in the 2017-2018 season are now on sale at the Fredericton Playhouse box office. Our coming season has a little something for everyone: Whether you prefer a traditional, time-tested tale, enjoy experiencing new voices and world premieres, or have always wanted to experience a large scale musical.

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NB Power commissions fast-charging stations in Woodstock and Prince William

By rivervalley / August 19, 2017

Two more fast-charging stations have been commissioned along the Trans-Canada Highway in Woodstock and Prince William giving drivers of electric vehicles more options for recharging in New Brunswick.

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Book Review: “Bearing Witness: Journalists, Record Keepers and the 1917 Halifax Explosion” by Michael Dupuis

By James / August 18, 2017

December 6, 2017, signals the 100th anniversary of the Halifax Explosion, Canada’s worst Maritime tragedy to date. In mere seconds, a large portion of Halifax’s North End and waterfront were obliterated when the damaged munitions ship Mont Blanc exploded, killing 2,000 people and injuring thousands more.

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Lumberjacks are Gathering in Boiestown for Lumberjack Festival at the Woodmen’s Museum

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 17, 2017

The Central New Brunswick Woodmen’s Museum, located in Boiestown, NB, will be hosting a two day & Lumberjack Festival on August 19th and 20th, 2017.

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2017 Recipients of the Order of New Brunswick

By rivervalley / August 16, 2017

The names of the 2017 recipients of the Order of New Brunswick were announced as part of the official New Brunswick Day celebrations in Edmundston.

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Saint John “Champ” encourages kids to play safe

By Giv'er Saint John / August 15, 2017

Marissa Gorjizadeh, 19, of Saint John, joined The War Amps PLAYSAFE/ DRIVESAFE float in Halifax’s recent Natal Day Parade, telling kids to “spot the danger before you play!” Marissa was born a left arm amputee and is a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program. Through her role as a Safety Ambassador, she…

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Fundy Fringe Festival

By Giv'er Saint John / August 14, 2017

The fifth Fundy FRINGE Festival is back August 21-26. Fundy FRINGE Festival is part of a growing community of Fringe Festivals throughout North America, dedicated to supporting independent performers and artists and creating affordable spaces through which diverse communities can experience boundary-pushing theatre and other performances, in accordance with the four criteria set out by…

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Saint John Theatre Company Auditions

By Giv'er Saint John / August 11, 2017

Tennessee Williams’ classic ‘memory play’.  It is Tom’s recollections of the events with his family that lead to a fateful conclusion.  Can you, should you, live your life by what others expect from you or even need from you?   Auditions for our Studio production of The Glass Menagerie will take place: Sunday, 13 August (1 – 3pm) Monday,…

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Call for Submissions: Imperial Theatre Exhibition Committee

By Giv'er Saint John / August 10, 2017

Since 1994, Imperial Theatre Exhibition Committee has brought artworks from area artists to the patrons of Imperial Theatre and the Saint John arts community at large. With the number of live performances at the theatre, exposure for exhibits is high, focused on an audience knowledgeable in art, as well as newcomers to visual art. During…

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Sister City announced for Landline

By Giv'er Saint John / August 9, 2017

The Imperial Theatre has announced that Saint John Landline ticket buyers will be walking the city with theatre goers from . . . Whitehorse, Yukon Territory! LANDLINE is a performance that takes place in two cities at once. Each audience member listens to an audio guide and walks the city streets while conversing via instant…

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Tech Coaching for Seniors

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 2, 2017

DigiLearn will be conducting their next technology coaching workshop for seniors starting August 8th. Adults of all ages are welcome to bring their own devices as well as any questions they have about settings, updates and apps.

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