The minimum wage in New Brunswick increased to $13.75 today, making it the highest hourly rate in Atlantic Canada. But with other Atlantic provinces making plans to raise their minimum wages more than once in the next year or two, the “highest hourly rate” title for New Brunswick may not last long. The move toContinue reading “N.B. minimum wage now highest in Atlantic Canada, businesses weigh in”
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Saint John tent fire a reminder of risks as temperatures drop
A fire involving a single tent at a homeless encampment on Garden Street in Saint John left one man with minor injuries related to smoke inhalation, according to Staff Sgt. Sean Rocca of the Saint John Police. Rocca said the call came in at 7:13 a.m. Friday and Saint John Fire responded. Paramedics treated the 36-year-oldContinue reading “Saint John tent fire a reminder of risks as temperatures drop”
Ceremonies across New Brunswick honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
It is the first year New Brunswick recognized the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a provincial holiday. People gathered across the province today to honour the day and remember residential school survivors and those who didn’t make it home. A day of remembrance ceremony was held at Sitansisk First Nation. Chief Allan PolchiesContinue reading “Ceremonies across New Brunswick honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation”
Port Saint John celebrates two milestones for cruises, containers
As a busy cruise season brings Port Saint John its three millionth passenger, the port is also celebrating another feat, achieving its highest yearly number ever for container volumes. Craig Estabrooks, president and CEO of Port Saint John, said the number of 20-foot equivalent units, the measure of container volume, reached 100,000 by Sept. 19, with three monthsContinue reading “Port Saint John celebrates two milestones for cruises, containers”
Healing walk acts as spark for week of honouring, remembering
Farah Brooks from Sitansisk First Nation danced down Fredericton’s Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge in her jingle dress on Wednesday, followed by a sea of her schoolmates and community members in orange t-shirts. Brooks, who is in Grade 4, said she felt happy to dance and sing on the walk. “It’s for the children who didn’t make itContinue reading “Healing walk acts as spark for week of honouring, remembering”
Hurricane Fiona to bring high winds, storm surge to parts of N.B.
When Hurricane Fiona blows into the region overnight, it will be bringing heavy rain and very high winds. “We’re looking at some pretty strong winds for this time of year,” said CBC meteorologist Ryan Snoddon. “We’re talking about gusts that could exceed 100 km/h down in the Moncton area and also along that Fundy coastlineContinue reading “Hurricane Fiona to bring high winds, storm surge to parts of N.B.”
Mim’s House offers stable housing, honours much-loved Fredericton woman
What Warren Maddox remembers most about Marilyn Louise Simms, or Mim as she was known, is just how much “she loved to laugh.” Maddox, executive director of Fredericton Homeless Shelters, first met Mim 30 years ago in a local coffee shop. He came to know her as a “wonderful person with a huge heart.” Simms was a teacher’s assistantContinue reading “Mim’s House offers stable housing, honours much-loved Fredericton woman”
Truth and reconciliation day to be provincial holiday, says N.B. premier
The New Brunswick government has declared Sept. 30 a provincial holiday in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In a news release Thursday, Premier Blaine Higgs said he “encourages New Brunswickers to take a moment to pause and reflect upon what we can do as individuals to advance reconciliation.” Mi’gmawe’l Tplu’taqnn, theContinue reading “Truth and reconciliation day to be provincial holiday, says N.B. premier”
What to expect in N.B. with Hurricane Fiona on the way
When Hurricane Fiona hits the region tomorrow, the worst of the storm is expected to impact southeast New Brunswick. Speaking to reporters today along with the Emergency Measures Organization, Bill Hogan, Public Safety minister, singled out coastal areas, especially around Cap-Pelé. “We could expect that there will be some damage,” Hogan said. “How much damage it’s notContinue reading “What to expect in N.B. with Hurricane Fiona on the way”
After ‘heart wrenching’ fire, the Green Pig will rise again, co-owner says
An “eclectic place” filled with items both antique and modern. A community built on warmth and support. The site of many students’ first paycheques. These are some of the many ways Dawn Beckwith, co-owner of the Green Pig Country Market, describes the popular spot known for its café and bakery, fresh produce, sunflowers and corn maze — beforeContinue reading “After ‘heart wrenching’ fire, the Green Pig will rise again, co-owner says”
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