Fireworks Alarms Fredericton Area Residents

People in Fredericton and the outlying communities getting spooked by a celebration for the Currie Centre

Fireworks were launched last night celebrating the Currie Centre but according to the chatter on Facebook and Twitter, many residents weren't expecting such a loud celebration.

The online reactions ranging from the annoyed to the surprised.

The fireworks could be heard in the communities of Rusagonis and Lincoln outside the city.

Mural Honouring Fallen Soldiers Makes Stop In City

The Portrait of Honour making a stop in the Port City today while it continues on a cross-Canada tour.

The mural shows the faces of every Canadian solider, sailor, and aircrew who have lost there lives during the war effort in Afghanistan.

Wayne McQuarrie with the Charlotte-Fundy Kin Club tells CHSJ News the memorial will be coming down from its tour stop in Fredericton.
 
He says the parents of Saint Johner David Greenslade, who as killed in Afghanistan back in 2008, will be at the base when the mural arrives.

The mural will be on public display until 3pm down at the Barrack Green Armouries on Broadview Avenue.

Province Releases Survey For Disability Action Plan Strategy

The Alward Government is looking for input on the Disability Action Plan Strategy. 

It has released a survey and is looking for your input on the current level of services available in the province.

The province wants your input by November 11 and plans to have town hall meetings throughout New Brunswick on the issue.

To take the questionnaire, click here.

Fire Prevention Week Encourages Family Fire Safety

The Saint John Fire Department urging area residents to keep their families safe from fire. This in time for Fire Prevention Week, which runs October 9th to 15th.

Captain of Fire Prevention and Investigation Roy Nolan says the public is encouraged to tip off the fire department to rental properties or public places that they may think is a hazard.

Saint Johners are also advised to test smoke alarms, maintain heaters and chimneys in time for the heating season, and sleep with bedroom doors closed.

Ready To Work Tourism Program Rolls Out Graduates

The Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick celebrating the success of a new program.

15 people recently graduating from the program and some of them will be working in the Saint John area.

The Ready-To-Work Program trains unemployed New Brunswickers in a range of tourism-related skills. Participants get a chance to improve their chances of re-entering the work force.

The program boasts a 60% success rate for graduates launching careers in tourism. 

It is delivered free of charge.

Bare Necessities Campaign Is Undeway

The Women In Business Forum at the Saint John Board of Trade are keeping up their good works this year through the Bare Necessities campaign.
 
It sees people contribute travel-size toiletries at a variety of locations around the city all to benefit over 20 local charities.
 
President Imelda Gilman tells CHSJ News it came out of a discussion about how many business people have a drawer full of toiletries from their various trips.

She says the idea came about to collect the toiletries and let people donate them to help people in our community.

The 10th annual Bare Necessities campaign runs until November 25th.
Gilman says they will be distributed to various groups in early December.
 
For a list of the items they are looking for, click here

Don't Get Sick On The Holiday!

Cook your turkey well, because you'll have a longer drive if you get sick.

The Fundy Health Centre in Blacks Harbour will be closed Thanksgiving Monday, October 10th, and re-open Tuesday.

Horizon Health network apologizes for any inconvenience.

For emergencies, call 911.

Women in Business Tradeshow

Are you trying to make it in business?

The Women in Business networking group is putting on a showcase for Charlotte County on Wednesday.

The tradeshow is open to the public, giving you an opportunity to learn more about local businesses, as well as see how women play a part in diverse roles.

Head to the Masonic Hall in St. Stephen Wednesday evening.

The event is free.

Boil Water Order!

Attention all residents of Eastport and Pleasant Point!

Another Boil Water Order has been issued.

The Passamaquaddy Water District is asking everyone to boil their water for at least a minute before drinking, making ice, washing foods, or brushing teeth.

The order will remain in effect until further notice.

Have You Registered Yet?

Was your child born in the year 2007?

Kindergarden registration for the 2012-13 school year, will be held at your local school next week.

Register your child during school hours, or Wednesday night at the District 10 Office in St. Stephen.

Join St. Stephen's Newest Club!

Do you like to catch bugs and frogs in your spare time?

St. Stephen has started a new club for kids ages 6-12, called the Young Naturalists Club.

Meeting once a month to explore the outdoors, the expeditions are completely free.

Head to the St. Croix Public Library in St. Stephen this Saturday for the next adventure.

Future of Campobello Grocery?

Attention all residents of Campobello Island!

There will be an important information meeting tomorrow night, concerning the future of your local grocery store.

All of the general public is asked to attend.

The meeting gets underway at the high school at 7pm.

Fuel Installation At Point Lepreau Reaches Half-way Mark

NB Power releasing their latest update on the refurbishment of Point Lepreau.

According to their latest release, they are about halfway through installation of their new fuel channel.  They expect that process to be complete by December

Point Lepreau is also gearing up for a 5 year license renewal with public hearings to be held on December 1st and 2nd here in Saint John.

The plant is expected to begin generating electricity by the fall of 2012.

Thousand Expected To Run In Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Despite the rainy weather, as many as 3 thousand people are expected to participate in today's CIBC Run for the Cure in Saint John, the annual fundraiser for breast cancer research.

Director Karen McCumber tells CHSJ News there is usually one common thread between all of the runners - they or someone they know has been affected by cancer.

The route begins at Harbour Station at 2pm.

Saint John Celebrates Arrival Of Rick Hansen Relay

The Rick Hansen cross-Canada Relay arrives in town today and a slew of activities is on the go today at the Lily Lake Pavilion to celebrate the event.

Beginning at 1:30pm there will be free games and music, followed by a barbeque.

The Rick Hansen Relay is scheduled to arrive at around 3:30pm, with the official ceremony beginning at 4pm.

Local disability advocate Jeff Sparks is being honoured as the final medal bearer.

Citizens Group On Lookout For Speedsters

Consider this a fair warning for lead-footed drivers in the St. Stephen area: the members of the  St. Stephen Citizens On Patrol will be conducting a speed watch over the next few weeks.

The group will be at school zones and other areas where speeding is an issue.

The RCMP is providig an assist by lending the group equipment that can capture the speed of vehicles.

Barrack Green Armoury Celebrates 100 Years

A south end staple is celebrating a milestone: today is the 100th birthday of the Barrack Green Armoury.

Several regiments will be joining in on the celebrations today, which include an open house and various activities like tug-a-truck, stretcher relay race, and tent set up.

The armoury is home to several regiments and battalions.

Things get underway at 10am at 60 Broadview Avenue.

Airport Tries To Secure Direct Flight To USA

Trying to secure a new airline with direct flights to the U.S. remains a top priority for the Saint John airport.
 
President and CEO Bernie Leblanc tells CHSJ News that remains #1 on the wishlist of their customers.
 
Leblanc says they get a lot of traffic from the U.S. Northeast and people also travel a lot to Washington and Las Vegas.
 
He adds by securing a direct flight to the U.S., it would help the airport recapture some of the leakage of traffic to other centres.

Electrical Workers To Be Honoured At Memorial

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers will be unveiling their memorial to Fallen Members this morning. 

The ceremony is open to the public and widows and families will be laying wreaths in rememberence to those lost on the job.  One family is traveling from as far as Ontario for the event.

Things are just getting underway at 26 Kiwanis Court.

A Babysitters' Education

The Canadian Red Cross wants to give babysitters an education.

They are offering a babysitters course in St. Stephen, at the St. Croix Public Library on October 15th.

Teaching sitters ages 11 and up, how to care for children from infancy to school-age.

Register at the Library by Monday, October 3rd, and the cost is $30.