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A Caller Story: From the Desk of a 211 Operator

23/12/2024

Submitted by: Daniela Fernandez, 211 NB Director of Community Engagement

Health care, especially affordable dental care, is a very common inquiry for 211 Service Navigators. They are always happy to give information on new programs that can help their callers and can even directly connect them with the program that they are seeking.

Volunteer Opportunities in Albert County!

23/12/2024

Forest Dale Nursing Home

Forest Dale Nursing Home Board is Looking to Expand! 

Alicia O'Hara, Public Relations Committee, Forest Dale Board of Directors / Forest Dale Nursing Home - 506-882-3015

We are looking for additional board members to add to our team. We strive to have representation from all Wards of Fundy Albert and are seeking representation from Wards 4, 5, and 6. Forest Dale Nursing Home is a leader in patient care and community development. If you have an interest in seniors care as well as community development and resources, please reach out to Forest Dale Nursing home to be connected with our Nominations Committee. If being a board member doesn't feel like the right fit for you, please consider volunteering with the activities department or Nursing Home without Walls.

Also, kudos to Forest Dale for securing an upgrade to their equipment, with the addition of 35 new replacement beds. Resident comfort and staff safety remain a priority in the home!

Connecting Albert County: Then & Now

23/12/2024

Submitted by Joseph Gallant, Primary Healthcare Manager & CAC Founding Board Member

In 2013, our broader community came together to look at our collective assets and strengths and identify gaps that we could work on together to fill. One of those gaps was communication and linking together our cluster of Villages and communities. In May 2014, community members came together again and agreed that this would be the priority that we spent our collective efforts on and thus, the Fundy Communication Network was born.

Get More Bang for Your (Christmas) Buck by Shopping Local!

2/12/2024

Image of Products at Orchard Lane Family Farm

Submitted by: Melody Land

When the air is crisp, the leaves have fallen, and geese gather themselves for their yearly trip south, thoughts turn toward upcoming special days: Halloween, Remembrance Day, and then Christmas! Christmas is a widely celebrated event where family and community traditions blend in harmony. School concerts, special dinners, holiday parties, music events, charity donations, and travel plans loom over many of us by mid November, and before we know it we are knee deep in coloured lights, festive ribbon, and list upon list of things to do, places to go, and stuff to buy.

Christmas in the Country Celebrates Success

2/12/2024

After much preparation by volunteers, businesses, and a variety of organizations in the Albert County Region, Christmas in the Country was met with another year of success. The first weekend of December includes the last day of November – Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1 visitors from all over and locals spent their day travelling from one end of our beautiful county to the other, taking part in a shopping expedition of epic proportions, tasting the culinary delights of many restaurants and at many markets, and sharing in the holiday spirit.

If you're not quite done your Christmas shopping don't fear! Many of the local businesses who took part in Christmas are still open or available to purchase from! Give them a call or reach out on their social media pages, and many would be happy to help you find that perfect gift for that special someone.

Get Ready for the Holiday Magic!

2/12/2024

The most festive event of the season is almost here! Join us for the Annual Hillsborough Christmas Parade in honour of Lois Snider on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 6:30 pm.

Come see dazzling floats, twinkling lights, and holiday cheer as we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! Don't miss out on this heart warming event! Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable holiday tradition.

Parade route begins at the Hillsborough Elementary School parking lot, continues onto Academy Street, down Main Street, and ends at Steeves Street.

Please join Santa at the Kiwanis Centre after the parade for hot chocolate and candy! If you would like to register a float, please contact Becky Snider at 506-961-7529.

Ending 2024 With Thanks & Gratitude

2/12/2024

by Melody Land, CAC Coordinator

Connecting Albert County has been in operation since December 2014, when its website was launched, and began publishing its first regular newsletter in January of 2015. CAC's creation resulted from needs identified during many community meetings and discussions held between 2009 and that date. It was spearheaded by a group of passionate community members that included Joanne Butland, Deborah Carr, Joseph Gallant, Barb Gebuhr, Livia Goodbrand, Lynne Greenblatt, Mindy Holmstrom, Susan Quinn, Phyllis Sutherland, Janine Underhill, Janet Wallace, Micha Fardy (then representing the United Way Greater Moncton SENB) and Joanna Brown (then representing the Westmorland-Albert Community Inclusion Network). From the get-go, it received further support from the Albert County Health and Wellness Center, with substantial funding by The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation. CAC was truly created by the community, for the community, with care, intention, and dedication.

Fundy Albert Newsletter

29/10/2024

Christmas in the Country

29/10/2024

Follow the Cardinal to find Christmas in the Country Vendors!

Submitted by: Barb Gebuhr

While we continue to enjoy these beautiful fall days, it is almost hard to believe that Christmas in the Country will be here in less than a month! The first weekend of December includes the last day of November – Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1.

Watch for the colorful red cardinal signs in front of the participating vendors – artists, artisans, crafts, baking, pickles, wine, syrup, sweets, antiques, second hand treasures, specials at restaurants – there is literally something for EVERYONE this year!

Remembrance Day Ceremony Dates

29/10/2024

Alma Service:
November 10th, commencing at 10:30 am at the Alma Activity Centre (8 School Street, Alma)

Hillsborough Service:
November 11th, commencing at 10:30 am at the Cenotaph (Main Street, Hillsborough)

Riverside-Albert Service:
November 11th, commencing at 10:30 am at the Riverside-Albert Recreation Centre (9 Bicentennial Rd, Riverside-Albert)

Legion Poppy Campaign

29/10/2024

Albert County Royal Canadian Legion

Albert County Royal Canadian Legion Branch 32, Hillsborough, officially kicked off its 2024 Poppy Campaign on October 25th. Poppy trays will be distributed from Sobey’s in Riverview through to the convenience store in Alma. As well, Crosses ($55) and Wreaths ($60) are for sale to commemorate past friends and family who served this country by participating in the Armed Forces. To purchase a Cross or Wreath please call 506-734-2289.

All are invited to a luncheon following the Remembrance Day Service at the Hillsborough Cenotaph on November 11. At 6:00 PM, a dinner will be offered for $15-$20 at the Kiwanis. Tickets can be purchased at the Legion.

Thanks for your participation and generosity. All money made will be used to help veterans and their families in the Albert County region.

Why the Poppy?

29/10/2024

Retrieved from www.legion.ca

November brings many things to the region of Albert County: beauty as the earth puts herself to rest for another season, the grasp of frost that holds the promise of forthcoming snow, the whir of snowmobiles being uncovered and tuned up replaces the roar of motorcycles now being housed for the winter, folks start thinking of holidays ahead with school plays, markets, decorating, and shopping on the mind, and the squirrels seem to scamper a little faster to fill every crook and cranny they can find with cones, nuts, and other goodies to last them for the winter. However, there is a time where all of these things pause, we don our poppies, and our community joins together with the rest of Canada to honour our soldiers and remember.

2024 Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Campaign

28/9/2024

Submitted by: Margie Murphy

If you have not yet seen it, the symbol of Remembrance Day - the POPPY - will be evident throughout your community soon. Local businesses will be partnering with the Legion to offer Poppy pins for you to purchase and display on your lapels. This gesture reflects our gratitude to those who have served in both World Wars, Afghanistan, Peace Keepers, and our active Armed Forces.

As well as Poppy pins, crosses and wreaths can be purchased in memory of beloved veterans. Call the Legion at 506 734 2289 on Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday to place your order or for further information.

Rising Tides, Trails, & Tunes

28/9/2024

Submitted by: Ian Duncan, Program and Events Coordinator

Experience the vibrant spirit of the Rising Tide, Trails & Tunes Festival while celebrating local
art, culture, music, food and nature. You can submerge yourself in a lively series of events
happening from October 5th to the 14th, 2024. This long-running festival will unfold across
three diverse and artistic landscapes that surround Fundy National Park.
Here's the schedule at a glance; you can get more information and ticket/registration links on
our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/RisingTideFestival) as well as on Driftscape - simply scan the QR code on the poster.
Driftscape keeps event details at your fingertips, also highlights other nearby attractions and events, and is the only way to
enter the Rising Tide Trails & Tunes festival give-away raffle!

Notice of Drone Geophysical Survey

28/9/2024

Image of Drone provided by Jeff Burke

Submitted By: Jeff Burke

Please note that remotely piloted aircraft or drone operations will be conducted in your area by Canada Future Metals. The goal of these operations is to collect, through scientific instruments the geophysical properties (conductive/resistive/magnetic) of sedimentary formations of the bedrock. This scientific tool (VLF EM- very low frequency electromagnetic) does not collect any photographic information, only a measurement of the natural VLF properties of rock drone and instruments.

Mission Date(s)
Operations are planned to occur from 1st October to 7th October. However, if weather conditions are not optimal for safe operations, the survey would commence after this date during October when it is safe to do so.

Firemen's 50/50

2/8/2024

submitted by Amanda Lyman

The Riverside Albert Volunteer Fire Department and Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Department are pleased to be a part of the NB Firefighter/Pompiers 50/50. Tickets can now be purchased in support of these departments at www.nb5050.ca. When you specify which department you are supporting, a portion of the sales goes to that department. Don't forget to buy early in time to get in on the early bird draw. 

A Note from the Editor

2/8/2024

For the last couple of years I have had the pleasure of serving as the part-time editor of this Connecting Albert County Newsletter. It has been an interesting endeavor in my life and I have learned a great deal by partaking in this role. At this time, my children’s activities, and my own full time career, have to take priority and I can no longer give this newsletter the time that it takes to provide a proper recurring edition. I have decided to step away from the newsletter and this will be my final solo edition. The incoming editor will do an excellent job with it and I look forward to seeing what she has planned for future editions.

I want to thank everyone who has helped me to produce this over the last couple years. I’ve met some amazing people, and learned an incredible amount about what is offered and what is happening in our area. I also want to thank the incredible volunteers, from proofreaders to website posters, from writers to board members and everyone in between. You are all amazing and CAC is lucky to have you all.

Thank you again for subscribing and supporting this newsletter. I hope you will continue to do so and I look forward to what comes next for CAC!!!

Sincerely,
Amanda Rossiter

BACH Goldrush 50/50 Draw dates 2024-25

2/7/2024

The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation (BACH) hosts a Rafflebox 50/50, which started in June 2023. Proceeds are used to enhance community health services and primary health care throughout the catchment area served by the Albert County Community Health Centre. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bachcf. Upcoming draw dates are listed for your convenience! Your continued support of primary health care is greatly appreciated.
BACH 50/50 Raffle Box- Draw Dates
2024- 2025

19 June 2024
17 July 2024
14 August 2024
11 September 2024
09 October 2024
06 November 2024
04 December 2024
01 January 2025
29 January 2025
26 February 2025
26 March 2025
23 April 2025
21 May 2025

News From the CCRC Board

2/7/2024

by David Jacombs Jr.
Hello Community of Fundy Albert!
Chipoudy Communities Revitalization Committee and Friends of Fundy have planned the next community meeting regarding the 114 and 915 Crossroads Corner in Riverside-Albert including the Old Bank of New Brunswick, and Anderson Hollow Lighthouse. The meeting will be held at the Lower Level of the Riverside-Albert Rec Centre on Thursday, July 4th at 7pm.

News from Friends of Fundy

5/5/2024

by Ian Duncan

Things are getting going with Friends of Fundy as the busy season is a approaching. Here is a look at what is coming up soon.

Continue on to see the following highlights:

The Molly Kool Award
International Trails Day Trail Clean Up
Friends of Fundy is hiring
The Rural Upper Fundy Partnership

Fundy Albert May Newsletter

5/5/2024

The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation (BACH) 50/50

3/4/2024

The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation (BACH) hosts a Rafflebox 50/50, which started June 1st. Proceeds are used to enhance community health services and primary health care throughout the catchment area served by the Albert County Community Health Centre. Upcoming draw dates are listed for your convenience!

Wednesday, April 24
Wednesday, May 22
https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bachcf
Your continued support of primary health care is greatly appreciated.

News from the New Brunswick Senior Citizens’ Federation

29/2/2024

The board of directors had its first meeting of the year on Thursday, February 1st (which had to be postponed from January 25th due to a death in the president's family). We have two new members: Laureena Black (Miramichi Zone President) and Doug Rowlands (Loyalist Zone President for the Saint John region).
Our Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 in Moncton at the Legends Room of the Moncton Coliseum (377 Killam Drive, Entrance C at the rear of the Coliseum) from 10 am to 5 pm (doors will open at 9 am). Registration forms should be sent to the clubs shortly. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided by JCB Interpretation Inc. and Sonic-Image. A coffee break and lunch will be offered.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 32 - Hillsborough NB Elects 2024 Executive Members

29/2/2024

This past January, the 2024 Executive Members were sworn in for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 32 - Hillsborough NB (pictured below). The main mission of the Legion is to provide support for veterans and their families in Albert County. Your generous support during the Poppy Campaign, leading up to Remembrance Day, greatly aids in the success of this mission. Thank you very much.

As well, the Legion is a responsible community citizen - supporting graduates with bursaries, supporting the local Navy League Cadets and Sea Cadets with funds, and most importantly organizing Remembrance Day events.

Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to join or visit the Legion. It is located at 31 Legion Street in Hillsborough. The Legion - Ship’s Landing Lounge is open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 10 pm. Drop in and learn more about the Legion and the many benefits of becoming a member.

Sitting L - R - Margie Murphy (Treasurer), Rick Langer (2nd Vice), Keith Steeves (President); Dale Jonah (1st Vice), Kim Langer (Secretary) Standing L - R - Peter Jubb (Sergeant At Arms), Barb Haire (Padre) Missing - Davis Steeves (Past President, Eliot Hill (Service Officer), Ruth Bradford and Judy Tait (Membership Committee)

Volunteer at Forest Dale

29/2/2024

The winter months are on their way out and spring is on the horizon! Are you itching to get moving, get out of the house, and looking for something fulfilling to do? Forest Dale Nursing Home has an amazing opportunity to give back to seniors in our community through their volunteer program. Social connection and interaction benefit not only the residents, but the staff and volunteers themselves. Volunteers contribute to a vibrant and connected nursing home community. As one volunteer said, "We feel the more volunteers that are in the home, the more residents will still feel part of their community. The community where many of them spent their lives working, raising families, and even volunteering themselves". Human connection keeps us healthy, happy and fulfilled.

There are many activities offered at Forest Dale Nursing home, including: walking programs, Bingo, bowling/curling, baking, music events, special events etc. Or maybe you have an idea or something you are passionate about that you would like to share with the residents! Maybe you’d be interested in running a crochet/knit club, gardening club, card games, art club, the possibilities are endless!

Forest Dale has a keen interest in opportunities for intergenerational activities as well! Bring your kiddos and bring your babes and do friendly visits. We also love to see well behaved pets come in with their owners!

Please reach out to Forest Dale Nursing home at 506-882-3015 to inquire about volunteering and to share any ideas you have!

Forest Dale Nursing Home Board

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