New “Oldies” Radio Station Launches In Greater Saint John
Oldies 96 is officially launching Monday, November 9, with Saint John radio legends like Donnie Robertson, Terri Wallace and Bruce Weaver returning to the airwaves.
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Chamber Survey Shows Saint John Region Businesses Support Plastic Bag Ban
The survey respondents were mostly small business owners, many of which were small retail, grocery-type stores that currently use plastic bags.
Local Performers Taking Centre Stage As Theatres Reopen
Live theatres across Canada shut down in March, but New Brunswick’s place in the Atlantic Bubble has allowed theatres to begin welcoming audiences back with a focus on local talent.
N.B. Company Bringing The Taste Of India To Your Doorstep
Master Indian Spice has launched new spice kits for dishes in regions in India. It includes step-by-step recipes using common ingredients you may already have in your kitchen.
Why This Mi’kmaw Entrepreneur Is Promoting Cultural Diversity Through His Clothing Brand
Through his business Lucrative Apparel, Travis Francis aims to shine a light on social issues of the day, promote cultural diversity in Atlantic Canada, and give back to his community.
Fredericton Restaurant Wins National Prize For “Doing Good”
Canada Post’s Tales of Triumph competition honoured Caribbean Flavas for initiatives like its program that fed thousands over the course of the pandemic including the homeless and essential workers.
N.B. Announces Plan To Buy More Goods And Services From Local Suppliers
Business leaders say the province’s new strategy will provide better opportunities for local businesses to compete and grow, and help the government deliver better public services.
Moncton Business Community Supports $6-Million Affordable Housing Project
The city has agreed to provide substantial funding to Rising Tide’s plan to create 125 affordable units, as long as the provincial government provides $6-million too.
How You Can Help Provide Recreation to Children and Youth in Greater Saint John
P.R.O. Kids believes every child deserves the opportunity to play, and it’s looking for the community’s support with an upcoming fundraising campaign that includes virtual and live events and activities in Saint John.
Trump Or Biden: Who’s Better For Atlantic Canada’s Economy?
Americans head to the polls today to choose their next president. But while many will pull the lever with the future of their country in mind, their decision will also impact, in a not-insignificant way, the economic future in Atlantic Canada.
