Winnifred Irving Passes Away At 101
The wife of K.C. Irving remained interested in the family businesses in her later years, and was fondly remembered by Irving employees as kind and cheerful.
Nova Scotia
N.S. Startup Developing Ropeless Traps That Could Save Right Whales
Ashored’s ropeless buoy system will include geo-tracking and data collecting technology, so fishers can locate lost or stolen traps.
Legendary Maritime Tugboat Will Be Stationed at Port Saint John This Summer
Theodore will host daily family and public harbour tours, as well as cruise excursions, from early June to October.
N.B. Places Last With a ‘D-‘ On An International Innovation Report Card
The Conference Board of Canada report shows Canada fares poorly compared to the most innovative countries.
Moncton Has Canada’s Best Youth Employment Environment, Says National Index
The YouthfulCities Index says the city scores relatively high on employment prospects, support for entrepreneurship, education and affordability.
Restaurants, Hotels Could Be Built On Land Surrounding Moncton Airport
These kinds of proposed developments are part of a 20-year master plan that envisions the airport eventually serving one-million passengers per year.
New Restaurant Replacing Mexi’s Will Feature a Wood-Fired Oven, Small Brewery
The owners of RustiCo. in downtown Fredericton have hired Vedhas Deshmukh, who has worked in Halifax and Toronto, to be head chef.
Consumers Want Less Regulation Around Retail Sales of Beer, Says Industry Leader
The president of the craft alcohol association says it’s working with the government on a solution after Picaroons was told to stop selling N.S. beer in its stores.
Downtown Moncton Offers Discounted Gift Cards to Boost City Centre Spending
On May 1, Downtown Moncton will offer a 20 per cent discount on gift cards that can be used at 75 city centre businesses.
New Brunswick CEO Named to Smart Cities Challenge Jury
Moncton, Saint John and Fredericton have all submitted bids for one of two $10-million prizes to implement Smart City ideas.
