How Fredericton’s Jeff Alpaugh Is Adding Some ‘Danger’ To The Weather Network’s Forecasts
The company behind “the world’s most dangerous dress shirts” routinely has its shirts worn by anchors on The Weather Network.
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Contracts Awarded For Moncton Science Enterprise Centre That Will Eventually Employ 750 People
The Atlantic Science Enterprise Centre will bring together federal scientists working to protect and sustain Atlantic freshwater and coastal ecosystems and employ more than 700 people by 2030.
Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program Becoming Permanent in 2022
The program, which has attracted 10,000 newcomers since it began in 2017, helps all sectors hire qualified candidates for jobs that may not get filled locally.
More Support For N.S. Businesses Battered By New Covid Restrictions
The Sector Impact Support Program will give one-time grants of as much as $7,500 to small businesses most affected by the latest round of pandemic-related restrictions.
Outrageous Turkey Prices Ruffling Feathers In Nova Scotia
In some parts of the province, a turkey is going for as much as $70.
Cape Breton Regional Municipality Avoids Strike As Union Ratifies New Agreement
CUPE Local 759 members ratified a new, four-year contract with CBRM on December 16. The union represents about 300 “outside workers” who work in everything from public transit, parks, maintenance, and janitorial services.
Seamus Byrne Running For NB Liberal Leadership
Seamus Byrne announced his candidacy for the leadership of the Liberal Party of New Brunswick at a virtual event on December 17 in Saint John.
Elmwood Group Acquires Two New Brunswick Home Hardware Stores
The owner of four Home Hardware stores in Greater Moncton just added two new southeast New Brunswick Home Hardware locations to its roster.
Nova Scotia Population Hits One Million
Record population growth in the province is thanks largely to migration from other provinces and recrod-high immigration.
Cobequid Pass Tolls Axed For Nova Scotia Drivers
The tolls at the Cobequid Pass are being eliminated for vehicles with Nova Scotia plates.
