Uncorked Hosts Virtual Beer Tastings And A ‘Picnic At Home’
With so many people isolating at home due to COVID-19, one New Brunswick company is working to give them the experience of trying new beers and food with friends via Zoom.
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Harvest Jazz & Blues, Area 506 Cancel 2020 Festivals
Both Harvest Jazz & Blues, slated to take place in September in Fredericton and Area 506, set to take place in Saint John in August, have been cancelled after the province announced no large gatherings can be held this year.
New Brunswick Lifts Restrictions On ‘Low-Risk’ Public Activities
In the “orange” phase of a four-phase strategy, the province will allow public parks, beaches and golf courses to reopen. It will also open fishing and hunting seasons and allow for outdoor religious services.
New Brunswick Plans To Reopen Economy Soon, But Sets No Firm Date
The province will be announcing a plan in the coming days to loosen restrictions imposed under the state of emergency, including the gradual re-opening of the economy, the premier announced Thursday.
Propel Wants To Help Tech Startups Anywhere, Anytime
The Atlantic Canadian organization said the transition to a continuous intake model makes it well-positioned to help startups through the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Energia Ventures Seeks Startups For Accelerator Program
The program to help develop energy, smart grid, cleantech and cybersecurity businesses is free for participants and runs out of the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton.
N.B. Has No New Cases Of COVID-19 For Fourth Straight Day
The province has only 14 active cases and no one has been admitted to hospital with the virus since April 12.
New Brunswick’s Recovery Planning In The Early Stages
The premier says the province must reopen communities methodically and gradually to ensure there are no setbacks.
Here’s Why N.B.’s Carbon Tax Won’t Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The intent under the province’s plan is to offset increases so consumers see no year-to-year jump in prices. The Green Party leader said that’s a “huge mistake” which eliminates longtime influence on things like vehicle purchase decisions.
Top Doctor Says N.B. Will Be Doing A ‘Dance’ Of Easing And Strengthening COVID-19 Measures
Dr. Jennifer Russell says New Brunswick’s COVID-19 recovery will be cyclical – measures will be lifted and re-implemented based on the numbers of cases and the types of transmission, among other criteria.
