Real Jobs That Deserve Real Pay
Mark Leger reflected on his early experiences in low-wage jobs as debates raged over the last two weeks about the public sector CUPE strike in New Brunswick and the rent control and minimum wage issues in Nova Scotia.
Saint John
Community Concerned About Blasting At Woodward Ave. Development
The community and members of council are both concerned NJP Developments’ proposed apartment complexes will come with prolonged blasting.
Circuit Breakers Will Continue In Saint John And Moncton Health Zones
Health Minister says the circuit breakers have been effective in bringing down Covid-19 case number, but case activity remains high in Zones 1 and 2 and positivity rates are above the provincial average.
J.D. Irving Gives $150 Bonus To Vaccinated Employees
Jim Ramsay, the VP of health and safety, said the vaccine bonus was offered to all employees and that many of its worksites were 100 percent vaccinated.
Paper(less) Boy
Huddle is introducing a paid membership program on November 1. Editor Mark Leger says it’s an opportunity to deepen the connection to loyal readers and ultimately serve them better.
Saint John Proposes 7.5-Cent Tax Rate Cut
Saint John’s property tax rate could drop to its lowest level in more than two decades next year.
Vendor Village On Saint John Waterfront Open For Applications
Area 506 has opened vendor applications for its permanent Vendor Village, located alongside the Marco Polo cruise ship terminal on Water Street.
Saint John Enters ‘Circuit Breaker’ Friday Night
Premier Blaine Higgs said areas that have introduced more restrictive measures have resulted in a 50 percent reduction in active cases and one-third fewer hospitalizations.
Top Shots Golf To Bring Year-Round Golf Simulator To Saint John
The golf bar and lounge, set to open the first week of November, will feature four bays designed with state-of-the-art tech to imitate 96 different golf courses from around the world.
KV Mexicali Rosa’s Set To Open In December
Residents in the Kennebecasis Valley will soon be able to enjoy California-style Mexican food.
