Saturday, January 4, 2014

Winter Driving Tips From Saint John Police


'Tis the season of fishtailing and fender-benders.

Jay Henderson of the Saint John Police Department is offering some tips to drivers to make driving in snow and freezing rain a little safer.

"Clean snow off all windows, headlights and indicator lights, and remove loose snow from roof and truck. Ensure windows are defogged before setting out to drive."


Henderson reminds people that the posted speed limit is ideal for totally perfect driving conditions. Therefore, when there's snow on the ground you have to reduce your speed.

Mill Rats Trade Player To Halifax Rainmen


The Saint John Mill trading shooting guard Chris Matthews to the Halifax Rainmen. This for the 1st round draft picks of 2014.
 

President of the Mill Rats, Ian McCarthy says, they've received many trade offers for Matthews throughout the year, and now seemed like the right time.

 He says the team is working with agents to sign on a new player, and will make an announcement once a decision is made.

Community Collection Program Looking For Cloth Donations


The New Brunswick Association for Community Living saying instead of throwing away your old clothing, you can donate them and recycle all at the same time.

The group is looking for cloth donations in support of the Community Collection Program, which helps people with intellectual disabilities.
 

Gina Wilkins assists with communications and is also a donor. She tells Tide News, "A lot of those items end up in the landfill. This is not only a great way to make a donation to a very worthy organization, but it's also a way to recycle," she says.

The program helps people with intellectual disabilities, in areas such as employment, education and independent living. 

The organization has trucks that go through communities to pick up donations.
If you'd like for them to stop by your home give them a call at 1 866 822 2548