Rally for the CBC

2009-05-30

12:34:43

[Public Support for the CBC----Photo by Dave Briggs]

Over a hundred people in attendance at the Rally for the CBC in Kings Square today.
The rally comes as staffing cuts are affecting 4 of the 15 member staff.
Employees being affected include two sound technicians, an office manager, and a reporter is being reassigned to only web based work.
Saint John MP Rodney Weston tells CHSJ News, people think his government is responsible for the cuts, but that's not the case.

Weston says the cuts come from dips in the advertising revenue.

Out to show their support for the Crown radio station include Senator John Wallace, Mayor Ivan Court, and a handful of city councilors.

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Walk For Memories Tomorrow

2009-05-30

12:33:29

Tomorrow afternoon the Alzheimer's Society of New Brunswick will be holding the 6th annual Walk for Memories.
All proceeds raised during the event will go towards local programs and services for those living with Alzheimer's, as well as towards funding for national research.
Organizer Mel Vincent tells CHSJ News, the walk is to help raise money, but also awareness.

Vincent says those who cannot make the walk can make a pledge by going to their website alziemersnb.ca
Senator John Wallace, and MLA Trevor Holder will be on hand during the walk taking place at 1 o'clock at Wolastoq Park.

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Town Wide Yard Sale

2009-05-30

06:28:16

Looking for a hidden treasure that someone may be looking to get rid of?
Take a trip out to Quispamsis to browse the town wide yard sale.
Things get underway this morning at 8:30 and run until 1 o'clock.
For a complete map of vendors click here.

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Car Stolen From McDonald's

2009-05-30

06:27:38

City police quickly apprehended four people after stealing a car last night.
Just before 10 o'clock a car was stolen from the McDonald's parking lot on Fairville Boulevard, while the owner was inside the restaurant.
Police recovered the car about 20 minutes later on Douglas Avenue.
One adult and three young offenders have been arrested.

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