It’s been only a year since Dr. Scott Fenwick completed his residency program — and only three years since he graduated from the Dalhousie medical school in New Brunswick. But despite that, Fenwick already has a full roster as a family doctor in Hampton. Given the current shortage of primary care givers in New Brunswick, he saidContinue reading “This new family doctor in Hampton already has his hands full”
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Fredericton mountain bikers take on ‘relentless’ 10-day race in the Balkans
While biking the Dinaric Alps in the Balkans might be a dream trip for some, it was a gruelling 10-day rush to the finish for two Fredericton men. Joey Landine and Keenan Cook were the only two Canadians to take part in the Trans Balkan Race, which attracts mountain bikers from around the world. With sustenance and gear onContinue reading “Fredericton mountain bikers take on ‘relentless’ 10-day race in the Balkans”
‘Could I have your autograph?’ N.B. artists all the rage in elementary schools
Children in the Anglophone West School District are getting more than the usual kind of classroom art experience. A program started by retired art educator Susan Galbraith and gallery curator Jennifer Stead brings New Brunswick artists right into the schools, introducing children to the people who create beautiful works. “The piece of work goes into an individualContinue reading “‘Could I have your autograph?’ N.B. artists all the rage in elementary schools”
Cooling off in the water? Consider brushing up on water safety
As the weather warms with summer approaching, a water-safety organization is sharing tips on how to stay safe around water. “We’re always encouraging New Brunswickers and Maritimers to be safe in and around the water by doing things like swimming with a buddy, swimming in a lifeguarded area and, of course, wearing a life jacket whileContinue reading “Cooling off in the water? Consider brushing up on water safety”
Pull up your hood — it’s June bug season. But what exactly are these clumsy crawlers?
Thump. Thump. Thump. It’s a sound some people associate with the month of June — the thwacking of June bugs hitting the window at night. While some might feel creeped out by these large, flying beetles, others can see the beauty in them. “Like a lot of insects, if you look at them really close up, youContinue reading “Pull up your hood — it’s June bug season. But what exactly are these clumsy crawlers?”
He’s no ‘Wannabe.’ Sackville student takes home science fair gold with music & memory study
Music in the classroom might be seen as a distraction by some, but could it actually help young people remember things? John Neilson of Sackville went on a journey to answer that question and it earned him a gold medal in the junior division at the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Ottawa. “The inspiration for my project wasContinue reading “He’s no ‘Wannabe.’ Sackville student takes home science fair gold with music & memory study”
Café at Fredericton’s 12 Neighbours tiny-home community open for business
When Melissa Heagney moved into the first home in the 12 Neighbours community in Fredericton, she was most excited about being able to cook in her own kitchen. And she often made food for other residents, including homemade chili for every new resident. Now, she’s joined the team at Neighbourly Coffee, a café in theContinue reading “Café at Fredericton’s 12 Neighbours tiny-home community open for business”
N.B. high school students trace steps of North Shore Regiment for D-Day 80th anniversary
As the 80th anniversary of D-Day is marked on Thursday, about 270 students and teachers from the eight Anglophone North high schools are part of the event as they retrace the footsteps of the North Shore (New Brunswick) Regiment. On June 6, 1944, Canadian, British and American soldiers stormed the beaches of Normandy in what is considered to beContinue reading “N.B. high school students trace steps of North Shore Regiment for D-Day 80th anniversary”
Some of the faces behind Fredericton’s awards honouring dedicated volunteers
For some people, helping others is in their DNA. That could be said for the individuals honoured at this year’s Fredericton Community Recognition Awards. From a high school teacher passionate about sustainability to a man who is teaching kids how to fly — the winners of the awards were nominated for their commitment to servingContinue reading “Some of the faces behind Fredericton’s awards honouring dedicated volunteers”
Milkweed and monitoring: How to support monarch butterfly populations
Weeds can be annoying, but there is one weed that New Brunswickers might want to keep around this summer and even plant more of. Milkweed. Two types of native milkweed — common and swamp — are found in New Brunswick and the plant is crucial to the survival of monarch butterflies. “Monarchs aren’t picky, likeContinue reading “Milkweed and monitoring: How to support monarch butterfly populations”
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