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N.B. cities getting denser as they respond to population growth
Housing in New Brunswick is changing as cities try to address recent population growth. New Brunswick's three largest cities are increasingly turning to high-density residential developments to keep up with the soaring demand for housing.
N.B. cities getting denser as they respond to population growth
Housing in New Brunswick is changing as cities try to address recent population growth. New Brunswick's three largest cities are increasingly turning to high-density residential developments to keep up with the soaring demand for housing.
If you're feeling summertime sadness, gloomy weather won't help
Seasonal affective disorder is caused by the change in sunlight exposure. Often associated with winter, the disorder has a different set of symptoms in summer.
Natural gas-powered transport truck rivals diesel, but with near-zero emissions, N.B. dealer says
Atlantic Canada just got a new natural gas-powered transport truck, which its dealer claims does everything a diesel does — but with lower emissions. Bayview Kenworth has sold the first one east of Montreal with the hopes of more hitting the road soon.
Auditor general's assessment of public housing 'no surprise' for minister
Housing Minister David Hickey is not surprised by the findings of this week's auditor general report that found issues with public housing. Hickey will make improvements a priority with more funding coming to his department.
Province will spend $6.5M to keep paramedic, EMT graduates in N.B.
Health Minister John Dornan announced today that the province will fund a $6.5-million bursary program. The money will reimburse paramedic and emergency medical technician students. The province hopes it will help address staffing shortages.
Hybrid operating room in Fredericton is expected to shorten waits, help recruitment
A hybrid operating room planned for Fredericton will be the first of its kind in New Brunswick, providing advanced imaging to assist surgeons as they work, supporters say.
Marksman George Chase drops his grudge and enters N.B. Sports Hall of Fame
George Chase is a part of this year's New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame class. He was nominated 25 years ago but declined the offer.
Ambulance N.B. extends rural pilot project, sees early positive results
Ambulance New Brunswick has extended a pilot project that changes the way it organizes ambulances. The move will do away with ambulances filling in for neighbouring regions. The Paramedic Association of New Brunswick welcomes the change.
New Shediac anglophone school location announced, with room for growth
A new school in the Shediac area is expected to ease enrolment pressures for the Anglophone East School District. The current Shediac Cape School uses 10 portable classrooms due to overcrowding.