May is turning into a beautiful season. The sun is shining just a little bit more, those April showers are indeed yielding May flowers, and we are all emerging from our winter's nests to busy ourselves in one of Albert County's industrious times of year. All work and no play is never the right balance though, so check out all of the fun community events, activities, and initiatives happening in your own backyard. 
The May issue of Connecting Albert County is yours to discover! Enjoy the news and stories from the people and organizations in Albert County!
This edition of CAC brings a wide range of information from Fundy Curling Club news, to Girl Guide trips, a variety of community and personal heath care information, to the much anticipated continuation of Chillers from Albert County, there is something for everyone. Make sure to check out everything you need to know about the Municipal Elections, in our Special Edition and important dates and resources on our Federal Election happening on April 28th.  
Spring is in the air and that means the people of Albert County are in full swing with celebrations, activities, events, and plans that is making March a busy and exciting time! Don't miss anything that is happening, read through this month's edition, update your calendar, and hit the road to enjoy your community. Time is about to spring ahead an hour, so don't waste a minute!
Winter has graced us with chilly temperatures, wind and snow.  It has also brought a busy and full month of community activities and events and lots of interesting stories in CAC! Have a seat, ideally by a window with a warm beverage, and settle in for a read of all the happenings in your beautiful (albeit freezing) and beloved Albert County. Enjoy this month's edition!
Welcome to 2025! As we embark on the 10th year of our publication, we invite you to join us celebrating 10 Years of Bringing People Together.
A New Year begins and with it folks may begin with New Year's Resolutions.  Let one of those resolutions be to read the Connecting Albert County Newsletter.​  The January issue is yours to discover!
December is a busy time filled with many holiday celebrations. In this issue of Connecting Albert County, you will find a variety of resources to help you thrive through the holidays!

Keep your mental health and physical health in great shape by heeding the advice of counseling therapist Kerri Gaskin from Coverdale Counseling Services and healthy eating tips by Brittany Butland, dietitian at the Albert County Community Health Centre. Take a quiet moment in all the busy to read some of the creative writing in a short story called The Christmas Portal by junior writer Audrey Hatfield and poetry by Gayle Steeves.

​Keep up to date on all the local happenings! The Village of Fundy Albert has a variety of festive activities. ​
Connecting Albert County would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of our readers, contributors, volunteers, advertisers, and sponsors for your continued support of this community focused non-profit. It's through the generous gift of your time and resources that we have been able to run publication for nine full years and are looking forward to our 10th Anniversary Year!

​If you would like to be part of the Connecting Albert County family in some capacity, don't hesitate to reach out. Whether through advertising your business, volunteering to write or gather articles and event information, proofreading or fact-checking, or many other ways, we know we have a place for you.

From all of us at Connecting Albert County, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and wishes for a joy-filled New Year.
With the beautiful and vibrant fall colours of Fundy Albert fading away, it is now time to look towards the winter months.  The nights are getting colder, the days are getting shorter.  Maybe time to curl up and read the November issue!!
Welcome to this special edition of Connecting Albert County!

Inside this edition, you will find a wide array of information on what is happening in your community. From cultural events, like the Rising Tides Trails and Tunes Festival, "The Tall Trees and Fresh Fields" heritage drama, to community engagement opportunities, like the Riverside Albert Playground Project and the CCRC Silent Auction, to job opportunities with Foods of the Fundy Valley, you are sure to find something of interest. ​
We invite you to check out the updates from the Village of Funday Albert, events happening for all ages at the Hillsborough Library, and more. And as always, you will find a comprehensive list of community events!


​We are pleased to release the special edition to share information on the upcoming New Brunswick Election. Keep track of voting dates, the location of your polling station all in one place. In addition, we have a feature interview with the mayor of Fundy Albert and his hopes for future relationship between our municipality and province, an open letter to our future MLA from the Albert County Tourism Association, and exclusive profiles on each candidate in our region. 
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Rural Albert County is an amazing place to be in autumn, and this month's publication celebrates just that!
With the start of school, the Rising, Tides, Trails, and Tunes Festival, the many amazing events at the Harvey Hall, theatre productions at the Albert County Museum, and the Albert County Exhibition celebrating the return of the midway, you and yours won't have a dull moment. 

This publication also marks the last collaboration for Coordinator Amanda Rossiter. Connecting Albert County would like to thank her for her years of service to the publication, and wish her continued wellness, happiness, and success in all her endeavours
August is here and what a beautiful month it is going to be. So much beauty can be found in our area of New Brunswick and so much excitement too. ​
Have a look in this month's edition to read some interesting stories and find out about some great festivities that are happening in our area. 
July has arrived and with it comes the vacationing tourists in to visit our local businesses and roads. The streets and towns are filled with curious people and it is great to see. So many wonderful things are happening in our communities and we are lucky to share them with our visitors. ​
In this issue we have some local food artist talent, exciting events coming up, as well as some fishy excitement. Have a look at some of the wonderful people creating wonderful things in our area. 
​June is here and with it, hopefully, comes the beautiful summer weather. In this issue we get a look at what is happening in the community around us. There are still many AGMs happening and local organizations are always looking for new volunteers so this is a great chance to get involved! We have information about upcoming events, a wonderful new seniors program and lots more.
Spring is in the air. Weather is getting warmer. Seasonal businesses are starting to open. Have a look at this month's edition and find out what's happening in our area. 
​With this May edition we get a look at what is happening in the community around us. Spring is here and many local organizations are starting to host AGMs, and getting ready for the busy tourist season. In this issue we have a couple great recipes, several upcoming events, some new seniors groups and lots more.
April showers bring May flowers, and Annual General Meetings, the wrap up of winter sports and the start of spring and summer activities. Its a beautiful season in our amazing area of the world.
​With this April edition we get a look at what is happening in the community around us. Spring is here and many local organizations are starting to host AGMs, and getting ready for the busy tourist season. In this issue we have tips on avoiding becoming a victim of fraud, the next recipient of the Molly Kool Award, some information on getting a Credit Union started and more. Enjoy some interesting reads from your area.
Spring is in the air and the Luck of the Irish is on its way. Albert County Spring is like none other.  And remember; "The best luck of all, is the luck you make for yourself."
With this March edition we have another look at what is happening in the community around us. We have had a calm winter so far and signs of spring are in the air. Many organizations are hosting events and many businesses are just getting ready to get started. Enjoy some interesting reads from your area.
Its the month of love, kindness and family. We hope that you will take the time to read through our newsletter while you are enjoying the love and kindness of time with your family. 
Have a look at some of what our community has to offer for the month of February. Its the season for the February Frolic throughout the communities of Fundy Albert. Along with all the other organizations that are working for and with the residents of our areas. As well as some poetry from one of our readers.
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The Editor, Board of Directors and Volunteers wish all of our readers, subscribers and sponsors a very Happy New Year. We hope 2024 is a year of health, happiness and prosperity for you all. 
The Editor, Board of Directors and Volunteers wish all of our readers and subscribers the Happiest of Holidays. We hope you get to spend time with loved ones and enjoy what our communities have to offer during the festive season.
In this December issue we have articles relating to what is happening in our area.
In this issue we have articles relating to what is happening in our area. 
October is here already. The leaves are starting to change, the mornings are cooling off, and we are seeing the beauty that this season has to offer us. ​
In this issue we can take a look at what is happening in our area, have a read about the 1st fair, and a peek at a coming festival. 
Summer is ending and September is here. With that comes all the beginnings of fall; school busses, fundraisers, and exhibitions. Have a look at the interesting things that this month's newsletter has to offer. 
In this September issue, we can take a look at many of the resources available for Seniors, some fundraisers that are happening soon, and the results of a successful Covered Bridge Day.
With summer now half over, there has been a lot happening in the community.  During these hot summer days, if you need to stay inside with the air conditioning on full blast, then why not sit and read the August issue of our Connecting Albert County newsletter?
In this August issue we have articles and information on different community groups in our area. The things that are happening thanks to those groups and some of the fundraisers that they are doing as well. 
Summer has arrived and so have all the Summer Loving Fun that comes along with it in our area. Hopefully we have some beautiful summer weather to compliment our beautiful area for this time of year. 
In the July issue we have everything from Canada Day Celebrations to Historical events. We have some excellent poetry shared by local subscribers as well as information on new boards in or area. Take a look at what is happening in our area this month!!
Summer is coming and so are all the fun activities that go along with the busiest season in our area. It is time to take a look at our June edition that includes the activities and events happening in our area and enjoy them to the fullest!! 
In this June Issue2023_june.pdf there is information about the kickoff of Footloose in Albert County, a wonderful community member who recently celebrated her 90th birthday, an excellent article about our Beloved Riverside Consolidated School, an explanation of the emblem for King Charles III as well as many other informative articles about organizations and events in our area. Take a look!!!
In this May issue there are past and future events at Harvey Hall, poetry and more!!! Tis the season for Annual General Meetings of the various committees and organizations, among many other wonderful events and activities, in our area! Take a look!!!
The May flowers are starting to grow, spring is in the air!!! It is time to take a look at the activities and events happening in our area and enjoy them to the fullest!!
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So many wonderful things are happening in Albert County this spring. Have a look at what we have to offer in our April newsletter.
April showers bring May flowers? Well we hope to get April showers of rain and not snow. With April and Spring come Maple Syrup season, among many other things. Have a look at what we have in this month's edition.
We look forward to sharing with you the different things that have been happening in our area  and what is coming as we prepare for spring. Check out the March Edition here.  
​Here we are at March already and Spring is just around the corner. Lots is happening in our area and we hope you take the chance to read all about it in this month's newsletter. Have a look at what is happening in our area.
Have a look in what's happening in February in Albert County. We have the February Frolic that has a little something for everyone in the new Fundy Albert to enjoy. There is always something exciting to enjoy. Have a look at the February Edition.
We've made it to February and what has become the coldest month of the year for us. With the winter months comes the winter activities and we hope that you are able to enjoy some of what is offered in our area. Have a look at what is happening and read about some of our history.
With the New Year comes our latest edition of the Connecting Albert County Newsletter. In this edition we welcome a New Year and with that a new Municipality of Fundy Albert, a pantry challenge, and many wonderful activities in our community! Get all the details here in our January edition.
Its finally December!!!! Here comes the Christmas markets, the parades, the parties and the gatherings. Whatever you do, and however you spend your month, thank you for including Connecting Albert County. Have a look at the December Issue.
While we are still enjoying some mild weather during the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations, there are many wonderful and merry things happening in our community. From markets to parades to reviving old building. We thank you for including Connecting Albert County in this busy time of year.
What beautiful weather we are having here in November. With the upcoming Inaugural election of Fundy Albert this month's newsletter contains lots of great information about the candidates running in the upcoming election.  Not to mention that it is Christmas Market Season!!! Have a look at the November issue.
We are enjoying some beautiful late fall weather in our area. How lucky are we to live where we do? It is also time to get ready for the upcoming municipal election of the new Fundy Albert as well as the start of Christmas Market season. Some wonderful things are happening in our area to recognize Remembrance Day and those who served in the forces.
The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are changing colors, and it is a wonderful time to check out the amazing things that are happening in Albert County. This month's newsletter includes a recap of some ACE Fair festivities, our first Community Member of the Month, information on Fire Safety week and some upcoming renos to the Harvey Hall. Take a look at the October Edition
With the leaves changing it is a beautiful time of year to participate is some local activities in Albert County.  Take a look at the October edition to find out what is happening in our area. 
Summer may be over, but there is still a lot of activities in Albert County.  Whether it is the Open Farm Day, the ACE'22 fair, gardening or reading about Amalgamation or Rte 114 road conditions, there is this and more in the Sept edition.
Fall is upon us here in Albert County, but still lots of activities to keep you busy!!  Read the September edition for idea's and the latest news.
A jam-packed edition for you to read while escaping the summer heat!!!  Festival Information, Volunteer work, church programs to planning your Holiday Season, this newsletter has that and more!!!
In this issue we have Canada day Celebrations, information on the importance of iron in your diet and even carpooling tips. Not to mention the summer reading program!!
This month's edition has ParticiPACTION, reading club, gardening tips, achievements and more to read all about !!!
In this issue we have information about the many upcoming events in our area. The Farmers Market in Hillsborough getting ready to begin their season, a Community Garden you can be a part of, the need for volunteers with the Rural Rides Program, a new Events Center and the many other great initiatives. ​
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​In this issue you can read about a ParticipACTION Challenge, a CAC survey, the new season for the Garden of Salem, a Unique Mobile Exhibit and more!!!
In this April 2022 edition we invite you to complete our feedback survey about the newsletter as well as various articles about things occurring in Rural Albert County.
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In this issue we cover a variety of topics from an Albert County Song and Video, to a farm recycling project, nutrition month, planning an event and the return of Farmers Markets.
Welcome to Connecting Albert County’s February 2022 issue featuring our Community Directory for Rural Albert County. Check it out to find out about health services, community centres, environmental groups, sports facilities, educational programs, social organizations and so much more!
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Click this link for the pdf or  click here to find the online Community Directory for Rural Albert County. ​
Happy New Year!

Connecting Albert County would like to wish you a healthy, happy and peaceful new year.
Check out the December issue of Connecting Albert County. We cover a whole range of topics from the story of a frontline worker, to news about upcoming Christmas markets, to tips to help your online business, an explanation of why leaves change colour, tips and recipes for delicious, low-cost meals, and more.
Cooler days and nights are leading us towards winter.  Time to curl up and read this month's articles!!
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October in Albert County...  Awarded The Order of New Brunswick, Designing a Tartan, Flu Shots, Newcomers to our County, Lobster season and more in this month's issue.
Check out our September issue for the latest news on COVID testing, election coverage, seasonal and Indian recipes and much more!
Variety abounds in our September Issue: ​
Connecting Albert County Guide to Healthy Eating:
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Connecting Albert County in  August 2021
​August in Albert County. The gardens are full of delicious vegetables ripe for picking. The beaches, rivers and trails are just waiting to be explored. The community is welcoming new faces and re-uniting with people not seen since the start of COVID. On top of that, the Rising Tide, Trails and Tune Festival is happening.
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It's the start of summer in Albert County and what a great place to be! The many beaches provide beautiful places to stroll and appreciate the cooling offshore breezes. Gardeners are enjoying the "salad days of summer" while looking forward to the bounty to come.  And, we're anticipating a loosening of COVID-19 restrictions. All is good!

Check out our July issue of Connecting Albert County and discover the following:
  • the opportunity to "invest local" through the Grass Roots CEDC
  • ​Youth Drug Intervention program running in rural Albert County the new opportunity to recycle glass bottles
  • the cuisine of the Philippines 
  • ​recipes for chicken adobo, seaweed salad and camp toast the joy of reading
  • a growing food forest in Hillsborough
  • the CAC Youth Writing Contest: What's your favourite vegetable? The winner of the elementary student contest and announcement of our next contest
  • news from the Albert County Museum, The Old Church Farmers' Market,  Hillsborough Public Library, Hillsborough Kiwanis, CCRC, Riverside-Albert Playground Committee and more!
Check out our July issue of Connecting Albert County and discover the following:
Connecting Albert County Guide to Healthy Eating:
As the days grow longer, the trees leaf out and the gardens are getting planted, it's time to celebrate June in Albert County.​

Check out our June 2021 issue featuring:
  • A Warm Welcome to Newcomers
  • Municipal Election Results
  • Bees Please: A profile of local beekeeper Donnie Porter and tips to help our bees
  • Recognizing Forest Dale Home Volunteers
  • Announcing a Kids Writing Contest: What's Your Favourite Vegetable?
  • CAC Guide to Healthy Eating: Diversity in the Kitchen with Recipes for Hakka Yong Tau Fu, Pasta with Asparagus, Carrot and Beet Salad, and an Adventure in Steam Frying
  • Updates from the Albert County Museum, Curryville Community Center, The Old Church Farmers' Market, Grass Roots Community Economic Development Co-operative,  Harvey Hall, Hillsborough Public Library, the Hillsborough Kiwanis Club, Riverside-Albert Playground Committee and CCRC
A lot to read in this June edition of the CAC newsletter:
Connecting Albert County Guide to Healthy Eating:
Check out the May 2021 issue of Connecting Albert County!

An exciting issue if you are following the Municipal Elections!  Read the responses from the candidates to two questions from CAC subscribers.  May 10th is the date to make your wishes known; get informed now on key topics!

This issue also features tips on how to Control knotweed without chemicals, and infographics on the new Grass Roots Community Economic Development Cooperative.

Also included in this months issue is an update from ABConnect Travel & Tourism Services and the Village of Hillsborough partnership, CCRC Calendar Photo submissions, Music at Fundy Royal Manor and an ode to "That Tree," plus so much more!

For the food enthusiast, we have added more recipes for the CAC Guide to Healthy Eating.
An exciting May 2021 issue awaits your reading pleasure!!!
Connecting Albert County Guide to Healthy Eating:


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Spring has arrived and with it a publication full of articles for everyone!!!

​From Municipal Elections, Healthy Eating, COVID-19 Vaccines, Fundraisers and more.  There is sure to be something to perk your interest.
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In our March issue, you'll find the latest news about the Restoration of Harvey Hall and you can enjoy learning more about NB's Provincial Bird: the Black-capped Chickadee.

Readers, including the Hon. Mike Holland, share their views on Shepody Mountain, salt marsh carbon, the link between the Stieffs and Barack Obama, and more.

In our CAC Guide to Healthy Eating, you can read about "Salad, Outside the Box" with Recipes.
This March 2021 issue has many exciting articles... Jump in and check them out!!!
Connecting Albert County Guide to Healthy Eating:
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An exciting issue this month with topics on environment, exercise and healthy eating!!!
Winter is coming soon and people across Albert County are preparing for the holidays. 
Open our Dec 2020 issue to read about: ​
Fall is upon us, winter is quickly approaching.  Check out our articles for info on health, community, history and more...
Check out our November 2020 issue, which features articles on the following:
It’s Autumn!   The harvest is in (or almost!), the days are shorter and we’re putting our gardens to bed for the winter. Many of us now have time to enjoy the fall colours, and to think about our health and well-being. 
In the October 2020 issue of Connecting Albert County,  you will find articles on:
As we approach the end of summer, we have stories and recipes to share with you.
Featuring:
We have a treat for you in the August issue of Connecting Albert County: three issues in one!

Check out our:
~ short and sweet August 2020 news and events
~ 4 pages on the upcoming Rising Tides, Trails and Tunes - August 8th-16th
~ Exploring Our Trails - a slightly revised version of our trail issue released in June
Summer is here! As we approach Canada Day, we have much to celebrate, albeit in small groups with lots of physical distancing! We live in a beautiful, safe place full of gorgeous wide open spaces where it's relatively easy and comfortable for most of us to weather the COVID-19 restrictions.
Check out our latest issue to find out about how life is returning to normal and how people in Albert County are helping their neighbours at this time.
Open our July 2020 issue to read about: 
Did you miss an issue?  Check our archives for all our past issues and sign up for future issues.
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Connecting Albert County: Exploring Our Trails is made possible with the generous support of Friends of Fundy; the Fundy ULTRA Community Trail Micro-Grant; NB Tourism, Heritage and Culture-Sports; and our loyal advertisers and supporters, particularly the Bennett and Albert County Health Care (BACH) Foundation.
We share ideas of what to do during this challenging time of lockdown and quarantine... from search for Lady Beetles in your garden to playing a Viking board game to spending time in the kitchen with recipes both new and old.
Check out our May 2020 issue of Connecting Albert County. 
Read about the following:
~What we love about rural Albert County
~History of Alma
~Pantry re-organization
~Mindfulness            
~A Viking board game
~Recipes for Bulgogi, spring onion salad, jiffy rolls and oatmeal brown bread    
~A past pandemic
~Online courses & concerts     
~Searching for spring Lady Beetles
~Nominees for ACCoC Business Excellence Awards
~News from Curryville Outreach Centre and the Hillsborough Farmers Market and a request for history of Hillsborough Public Library
It's time for making home-made gifts, preparing for winter, feasting on lobster and celebrating the holidays. In the December 2019 issue  you'll read about:
Connecting Albert County acknowledges that the land on which we operate is the traditional unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Wabanaki People and is covered by the Covenant Chain of Sacred Peace and Friendship Treaties signed between 1725 and 1779. These treaties have been affirmed and are protected by Section 35 of the Canada Constitution. We honour the spirit of our ancestors’ Treaties of Peace and Friendship and extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live, work, gather, write about, document, and honour their territory.