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On-campus voting returns for N.B. election
On-campus voting will return to 14 post-secondary campuses this election. The polls will open the week before the election scheduled for Oct. 21. Elections NB hopes to encourage first-time voters to cast their ballot.
Remembering the days when a Salmon River had salmon
Salmon River, near Chipman, was enjoyed by anglers decades ago. Climate change and smallmouth bass are on the list of possible reasons the salmon stopped returning.
Fredericton crash could lead to intersection changes, councillor says
Coun. Eric Megarity says he would like to see changes made to an intersection that was the site of a head-on collision on Saturday.
This N.B. fisherman has 63 years of proof to back up his fish stories
Ralph Goodwin started recording his catches in 1961. After fishing and tying flies for decades, he worries younger generations won't have the same experiences because of river conditions. Biology professor Tommi Linnansaari said the records are invaluable and agrees that salmon populations are dire.
Take a gander at who's honking back in these daily New Maryland traffic tie-ups
As motorists reach New Maryland's village limit, they're often stopped by a bunch of geese crossing the highway. One resident said the geese have been around for as long as he can remember and cross the highway every day like clockwork.
Province announces $276K for carpentry college to help create affordable housing
The province announced funding for 15 carpentry students. As part of their on-the-job training, they will help construct five Habitat for Humanity homes. The homes will be built on Fredericton's north side.
Lone New Brunswicker takes on local PGA tournament
Only one New Brunswicker made it to Mactaquac's PGA event, although 14 tried to during a pre-tournament qualifier.
'I love the competition': Retired local takes his shot at PGA tournament
Tom Cameron is among the New Brunswickers looking to qualify for Mactaquac's upcoming PGA tournament, which runs July 11-14, with $225,000 in prize money up for grabs.
More than $380K in funding for campaign to encourage N.B. employers to be more inclusive
A new campaign to help educate employers on the benefits of hiring people with intellectual or developmental disabilities is being funded by the federal and provincial governments and the non-profit group Inclusion Canada.
New accessible dock now floating in place at Fredericton's Killarney Lake
The City of Fredericton and the Fredericton North Rotary Club are working together to improve access to the water this summer for people with mobility issues.