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News from the New Brunswick Senior Citizens Federation (NBSCF)

2/3/2023

by Lise Guignard

The Board of Directors had its first meeting of the year on Tuesday January 31st (which had to be postponed from January 24th due to bad weather). During this meeting, the Board accepted the request of the office manager, Lise Guignard, for a 4-day work week. Beginning the week of February 6th, 2023, the office now has extended hours from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Thursday, and is closed on Fridays.

The standing committees of the NBSCF are all established and have already had the first meetings to discuss changes and modifications to the Strategic Plan and to the policies of the Federation. The government relations committee wants a meeting with government officials in February to discuss the 2022 resolutions.

The representative for Albert County is our Maple Leaf Zone President Doris Pauley (who is also second vice president of the Federation and chair of the Marketing and Revenue Generation Committee). She lives in Hillsborough and can be contacted by phone at (506) 734-8808 or email at pauleyd@outlook.com

Albert County Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards 2023

2/3/2023

The Albert County Chamber of Commerce (ACCC) is pleased to announce that the 6th Annual Business Excellence Awards will be held on Thursday, May 11th. After a successful return to an in-person celebration at Broadleaf Guest Ranch in 2022, the Awards have returned to traveling throughout the County! This year's event will be hosted at Holy Whale in Riverview at the Chocolate River Station.

It's always a pleasure to formally recognize and celebrate the distinguished business and community leaders within Albert County. This year's celebration continues to honour our elegant, personalized and community-focused history attendees know and love. The event will include our signature awards by Glass Roots, local, live music by Fundy Ceilidh, a silent auction featuring beautiful local items, and door prizes - all whilst telling the stories of our local business community.

March Community Member of the Month- Kathy Tower

2/3/2023

This month's community member of the month is Kathy Tower. Kathy has lived and worked in our community for her whole life. She is a compassionate and caring person who spends the bulk of her spare time giving to others who are in need. She has always been an active member in local fundraisers and supported local groups who were raising funds for various activities. Kathy is a wife, mother of two, grandmother of two, daughter and sister. She makes everyone she meets feel like they are a member of her family.

When Covid-19 shut everything down a few years ago, Kathy noticed that many of the local organizations were struggling to maintain their fundraising efforts and Kathy found a way to fill this need for not just one but multiple local organizations. She began an online, weekly, Facebook bingo. She continues to host this bingo and to date has raised over $15,000 for local groups, organizations and people or families in need. Many of these organizations would not have survived the pandemic without her tremendous efforts. Although she was always involved in fundraisers before Covid, she truly saved some of the organizations in our area with her efforts during and after the pandemic.

Needed to Help Seniors Get to Medical Appointments!

7/2/2023

by Kelly Taylor

Urban/Rural Rides is a volunteer driver service that assists seniors in the area who do not have access to transportation to get to medical appointments. Seniors living in rural communities who do not have family handy
and are unable to drive themselves find it difficult, and in some cases, impossible to access the medical care they need.

Urban/Rural Rides seeks to fill that gap by offering a safe, affordable option by using volunteer drivers.

Volunteers use their own vehicles and are reimbursed $.46/km for the expense of using their vehicle. Volunteers undergo a simple screening process before driving clients to appointments.

Becoming a volunteer driver is a great way to give back to your community and to make an impact in a real and tangible way. Many volunteers find that helping others in their community this way enhances their lives as well and often creates new friendships and connections within the community.

If you would like to volunteer as a driver and help change lives one ride at a time, please call 506-962-3073 or visit
http://urbanruralrides.ca for more information.

Community Member & Business of the Month Nominations

6/2/2023

Do you know a person or business in the communities within Albert County who goes above and beyond what is expected of them? Who supports the community whenever the opportunity arises and who is always willing to help people or groups in need? Why not nominate that person or business for some small recognition in print in the new
columns in the Connecting Albert County "Community Member of the Month" and "Community Business of the Month." All nominations are being received via email to info@connectingalbertcounty.org. Please include the name and address of the person you are nominating, as well as your own name and address. Also include a description of what makes this person or business special and a pillar in the community. If possible, please include a photo as well. We look forward to hearing from you.

New Year's Greeting from Albert County Historical Society

2/1/2023

by Dawne McLean ~ President of Albert County Historical Society

May 2023 bring you happiness, peace and prosperity!

With the beginning of the New Year, it seems appropriate to reflect on the past year of the Albert County Historical Society (ACHS) and the Albert County Museum, which included commemorative celebrations, bus tours, school
visitations, special events and accomplishments. Gracious thanks are extended for the support received from all levels of government, community organizations, volunteers, Society members and visitors in contributing to a successful 2022!

The year 2022 celebrated the 60th anniversary of the Albert County Museum, which was established by the Albert County Historical Society and officially opened in May 1962. The ?2022 Official Opening on May 21 included a
re-enactment of the ribbon cutting ceremony held in 1962, displaying the same museum artefacts, as well as the Museum's 1962 Guest Book. For the 60th anniversary, a commemorative ornament of the Court House was designed by Aitken's Pewter as a keepsake and to initiate the fundraising campaign for needed conservation repairs to the Court House.

The Founding Mayor and Council of Fundy Albert

2/1/2023

by Hanna Downey Chief Administrative Officer

The founding councillors of the newly formed Fundy Albert took the Oath of Office at a special ceremony December 19, 2022, at the Community Hall in Hopewell Cape. Hon. Mike Holland was present to offer congratulatory words to the group who were elected on November 28, 2022, as part of the local governance reform initiative. Mayor Robert Rochon stated during his inaugural address, It's now time to begin to chart a positive path forward for our community. One that strives to leverage our individual strengths and capitalize on partnerships with community groups and organizations. We will also need to engage citizens and work collaboratively with other levels of government to make Fundy Albert the vibrant and successful community it so rightfully deserves to be.
The Council of Fundy Albert is composed of six councillors and one mayor, who will take power of the entity on January 1, 2023. Statements submitted by some Council members follow this article.
Information and updates about the newly formed Village of Fundy Albert can be found on the Facebook page at Village of Fundy Albert | Facebook

Community Member of the Month

2/1/2023

January - Teresa O'Hara

Teresa O'Hara is a person who is always there for everyone and no one is more deserving than she to be honored for her generosity and going that extra mile for her friends, neighbors and community.

Words from Riverside-Albert Volunteer Fire Department

"Behind every man stands a great woman." In the department, Teresa is the lady behind the scenes helping keep things in order as the Secretary/Treasurer of our fundraiser funds, assisting on medical calls when she is not on shift at Ambulance New Brunswick (ANB), first aid training officer for our team for over 30 years, and is always looking out for the welfare of our team.

She puts her heart and soul back into her community through her work and experience as a paramedic. Our community members always know they can call on her for medical assistance. No matter the time of day she will always answer their call. When families are doing at-home hospice care, she will check in with the family, sit with them at the end and help through the process in any way she can.

Teresa O'Hara will always be a valued member of our department and community. She always goes above and beyond the call of duty and expects nothing in return.

Christmas Market Season

28/11/2022

Christmas Market at the Old Church Farmers Market
Dec. 3rd & 4th 9am-3pm
Visit your favorite vendors at the Market one last time this year at our annual Christmas Market. Keep your gifting local and come support our unique local makers. With hot Buddha Bear coffee on the go and lots to see, you’re bound to have a wonderful time and find something for everyone on your list!
We look forward to seeing you.

“Christmas on the Farm” Open House
Saturday, Dec. 10th from 10 am to 4 pm

Farmer Brown's invites you to join us as we celebrate our third annual “Christmas On The Farm” event. Enjoy a day at our farm - visiting with the animals, participating in our candy cane hunt, face painting, cookie decorating, Build a Bear, Christmas crafts, tobogganing (if weather permits) and more. For young and old alike, there just may be a special visit from the North Pole!
Cost in $2.50/person or $10.00/family.

The pizza oven will be fired up and we will be serving freshly made pizzas with farm grown ingredients along with a variety of other food options, all from the farm. Hot and cold beverages will be available as well. Washrooms will be on site.

Bring friends and family and join in the merry activities as we celebrate "Christmas On The Farm." Lots of photo ops available for young and old alike. So bring your camera!

Farmer Brown’s is located at 371 Osborne Corner, Dawson Settlement, approx, 12-14 minutes straight out Pine Glen Road.

Christmas in the Country
Christmas in the Country is proud to present this year’s official list of events! Mark your calendars. This year we celebrate over two great weekends; December 3 & 4 and December 10 & 11.
Grab a friend and your shopping list and help us to support local. Copies of this fantastic list of events are now available at a location near you. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for contests, giveaways and details on what’s to come. We hope to see you there.

Stop by and shop our Fundy Studio Tour members this holiday season.
1. Farmer Brown's Greenhouse
2. Village of Hillsborough
3. The Old Church Farmers Market
4. A Victorian Christmas at the WH Steeves House Museum
5. "The Village Crafters" at the Kiwanis
6. Wacky Wonderful Waffles
7. Briggs Maples
8. The Bird Garden
9. Fundy Farms
10. Farm Life Studio
11. Albert County Clay Co.
12. Wendy Johnson Pottery and Art Effects Fine Craft Gallery
13. Albert County Museum
14. The Pink Church
15. Hopewell Rocks
16. Broadleaf Ranch
17. The Maplegrove Inn
18. CCRC Christmas Fair & Market
19. Fundy Coast Sea Soap & Sea Salt
20. Studio on the Marsh
21. Old School Antiques & Woodworking
22. Waterside Winery
23. Fundy Flutes - A Flute for Christmas
24. Sapranos Pizza
25. Village of Alma Activity Centre
26. Collins Lobster Shop
27. Friends of Fundy Outpost East and Outpost Alma
28. Fundy National Park

NEWS FROM THE NEW BRUNSWICK SENIOR CITIZENS’ FEDERATION

28/11/2022

Submitted by Lise Guinard

For months now seniors have been entering a new reality. For some, it's a release because they can go back to their daily routine. For others, the situation causes even more anxiety, in particular because it is difficult to respect physical distancing.
Now many seniors are getting out and quietly resuming their old lives. Many were able to resume their activities - meeting at the 50+ clubs, playing cards, visiting family and friends (especially in nursing homes), going to the grocery store or pharmacy, and participating in social activities. Unfortunately, many people don't feel like being exposed to too many others at a time. They accept visits, but prefer to be in small groups only. Also, even though the restrictions have been lifted, not everyone is comfortable going on extended outings in public.
This is somewhat the situation experienced by the 50+ clubs in the province. Many have reopened their doors and resumed their activities, dinners and card games, while others are still fearful of gatherings. We are hopeful that everything can return to normal soon. Our seniors are so in need of socialization, especially after all the isolation of the pandemic.

Christmas Greetings from ACHS President

28/11/2022

“Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh!”

by Dawne McLean President of Albert County Historical Society

This vintage “pop-up” Christmas card is a personal family treasure that was sent to my Wright grandparents by my great aunt Bessie who lived in Massachusetts. I wanted to share this special card with my Christmas greeting.

I did my best to photograph this detailed heritage pop-up card to show its 3-D dimension. Vintage cards are so beautiful!

As 2022 draws to a close, on behalf of the Albert County Historical Society and Museum, I wish to extend “Christmas Greetings” and “Grateful Thanks” for the support received from Society members, organizations, businesses, volunteers and friends within the Albert County communities and region.
The year 2022 celebrated the 60th Anniversary of the Albert County Museum, as well as other memorable celebrations, historic commemorations and enjoyable community events. This resulted in a successful year due to community attendance and participation, and the dedicated work of the Board of Directors and Museum Manager. Special acknowledgement is given to the Government of Canada for providing support to publish the book titled “A Glimpse of Past Days” so that noteworthy pieces of Albert County’s past history can be shared and preserved.

Christmas traditions are important in passing on family heritage and creating lasting memories. Enjoy a “Merry Christmas” filled with the joys of the season, the warmth of friendship and the love of family!

The Municipality of Fundy Albert

28/11/2022

by Amanda Rossiter

Change is upon us with the newly elected municipality of Fundy Albert.

At the time of this newsletter’s publication, the elected members were not officially announced yet; therefore, they are not published in this month’s newsletter. However, we will have the official list in January’s edition of Connecting Albert County.

Community Member of the Month - December ~ In Memory of the late Lois Snider

28/11/2022

This month's recipient of Community Member of the Month is the late Lois Snider of Hillsborough.

Lois is remembered for being a loving wife to her husband, Vaughn, and an amazing mother who was happiest when with her four children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Many people of the community have lasting memories of Lois as she was a strong supporting member of many local events, clubs and organizations.

At one time someone told Lois that we couldn’t have a Santa Clause parade in Hillsborough, which made her even more determined to make it happen!

Business of the Month - Alma Fleet Launch

28/11/2022

This month's recipient of Community business of the month is the Alma Fleet Launch.

Although the Alma Fleet Launch is not a single business as it comprises many proud fishermen, their families and the community, we should take a moment to celebrate this event.

First Election of Fundy Albert - The Coming Election

5/11/2022

On November 28, 2022, a Local Governance Reform Election will be held in the Fundy Albert Community, as well as in many other communities throughout New Brunswick.

Fundy Albert Community has always been a strong community that takes great pride in our heritage, natural scenery and, most importantly, each other. Our giving community is very quick to pay things forward to help each other out.

This month marks the beginning of a new community voice. One that YOU will have a say in. One that is formed by neighbours coming together to share their ideas, concerns and hopes with each other and with the people we vote for on the upcoming election days. Advanced polls will be November 19 and 21,with election day being November 28. January 1,2023 is when our newly elected people will come together to form the new local government for Fundy Albert.

Community Member of the Month - Linda Geldart

5/11/2022

This month's recipient of Community Member of the Month is Linda Geldart of Hillsborough.

Linda is a very unique individual who takes great pride in our community (Fundy Albert). Looking to reflect our best image, Linda can be seen daily on the hunt for unwanted refuse left by others along Route 114 and many other streets. This takes a lot of hard work and dedication. People who know Linda certainly appreciate her and her efforts. This nomination is made in hopes to bring more awareness to what Linda does for us and to try to help her keep our community clean.

The hours, the mileage and wear and tear on Linda and her vehicle don’t seem to bother her. In fact, she recently had a window accidentally broken out of her vehicle, which didn’t discourage her and was repaired by Justin Rossiter and his son at no charge. People paying it forward seems to be the way in Fundy Albert, Albert County.

Seen in the picture at the young age of 78 is Linda and her loving husband of 57 years, Leonard. Please say “thank you” when you see Linda!

Community Member of the Month - Jeff Cooke

29/9/2022

The first person to be nominated for our Person of the Month column is Jeff Cooke. Jeff and his wife, Tracy, are the owners of Cooke’s Quik Mart and the Hillsborough Irving gas station. Jeff has been nominated for this column by Don Bowman. Here is what Don had to share about Jeff:

Jeff is one of the friendliest people you could have the opportunity to know or meet. He is all about community and treats the people of Albert County as royalty. People ask him to support their fundraisers or local groups and before they finish their requests he is already preparing to do so.

2022 ACE Celebrates Return of Queen Pageant!

29/9/2022

by Dawne McLean

Catherine Marcoux, 16 year old daughter of Mark and Anne Marcoux of Hillsborough, was crowned Queen of the 2022 Albert County Exhibition at the pageant ceremony held Thursday evening, September 15. Catie, a grade 11 student at Caledonia Regional High School, was all smiles as she was crowned by the 2019 ACE First Princess, Leah Raworth.

Mackenzie Dixon of Hopewell Hill, 14 year old daughter of Bryna Butland and Matthew Dixon, is First Princess of the 2022 ACE. Mackenzie is a grade 9 student at Caledonia Regional High School.

Second Princess of ACE 2022 is Natalie Ward of Lower Coverdale, 16 year old daughter of Neil and Courtney Ward. Natalie, a grade 11 student, attends Riverview High School.

Hannah Tingley, 14 year old daughter of Laura Tingley, is Miss Congeniality of ACE 2022. Hannah is a grade 9 student at Caledonia Regional High School.

Congratulations to the 2022 ACE Royalty! A huge “thank-you” is extended to the following businesses for the generous donations of floral bouquets, gift bags and gift cards, in support of the ACE Queen Pageant: Riverview Sobeys, Ford’s Pharmacy in Hillsborough, Cooke’s Country Store in Hillsborough, and Albert County Pharmacy in Riverside-Albert.

2022 ACE Queen Pageant: (L to R) (Mackenzie Dixon, First Princess; Catherine Marcoux, 2022 Queen; Hannah Tingley, Miss Congeniality; Natalie Ward, Second Princess)

FLEET LAUNCH IS COMING! FLEET LAUNCH IS COMING!

29/9/2022

by Susan MacCallum

Please mark your calendars for October 14th to 16th, 2022. The village of Alma, in partnership with Friends of Fundy and Fundy National Park, is thrilled to be offering a full slate of in-person events this year to celebrate the start of our lobster fishing fleet's season. Please join us for music, food, fireworks, and a variety of activities for young and old.

Friends of Fundy is thrilled to be working with the Alma! committee to celebrate the 2022 Fleet Launch. Friends of Fundy will be hosting events at the Molly Kool Centre. On Saturday, there will be an evening of #fundyfresh food and live music. On Sunday, a Chocolate Sound Bath and a Community Mosaic Project, where everyone is invited to pitch in, are being offered.

Please keep an eye on the fleet launch website (almafleetlaunch.com) for the most up to date information and schedule of events.

Hope to see you there!

Coastal All-Access Passes

29/7/2022

by ABConnect

ABConnect is making it easier for locals and visitors alike to get to their favourite destinations by offering a new Coastal All-Access Pass, allowing travelers to avoid paying separate fees every time they visit key southern New Brunswick locations.

“Without having to worry about paying entrance fees and saving money, visitors will love the convenience of the new all-access passes, as they’ve been consistently asking for one.” says Annick Robichaud Butland, owner of ABConnect Tourism & Travel Services, based in Hillsborough.

Planning for the Holiday Season

29/7/2022

by Cyber PR Army

Why you need to be planning your holiday season now (Yes, really!)

It’s August… you are likely enjoying the sunny weather, sipping a cool drink, and enjoying a brief respite from the last few months. The holiday retail season couldn’t be further from your mind. After all, who wants to think about Black Friday till October, right?

You may not usually think about the retail season during the summer, but what if we told you that there are only 146 days between August 1st and Christmas Day? Still not feeling the urgency? There are less than 70 days to Thanksgiving.

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30/5/2022

Albert County Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards

by Amanda Rossiter

On May 14, 2022, for the first time since Covid started, the Albert County Chamber of Commerce was able to hold its 5th Annual Business Excellence Awards live and in person at the Broadleaf Ranch. It was an exceptional event to be invited to and take part in. The dining room was beautifully decorated, the Chamber of Commerce Directors were fabulous hosts, the food was exceptional.

The evening’s theme was The Albert County Transformation and highlighted the wonderful ways the Albert County businesses were able to work together and support each other over the last two years. The business owners have emerged on the other side of Covid stronger, determined and ready to move ahead towards the next opportunities that the change and challenge have brought them.

Albert County Chamber of Commerce to Host its 5th Annual Business Excellence Awards

2/5/2022

After two years of virtual events, the Albert County Chamber of Commerce is excited to present the Fifth Annual Business Excellence Awards live and in person at Broadleaf Ranch on May 14, 2022. Historically, the event celebrated the history of our community and honoured the many things that have traditionally made our region exceptional, however; given the recent challenges faced by so many in our business community, this year, the event will look a little different.

CAC Survey

29/3/2022

Survey Time on behalf of the Board of Connecting Albert County

The board of directors, volunteers and coordinator of this newsletter would greatly appreciate your taking the time to fill out the following survey:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDKWVJ3

We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for taking the time to help us by completing this survey.

Connecting Albert County March 2022

26/2/2022

Welcome to the March Issue of Connecting Albert County!
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.

~ Albert County Home Sweet Home
~ Farm Recycling
~ Albert County Museum Jubilee
~ Farmers Markets
~ Rural Destination Development Survey
~ Urban/Rural Rides Thank Volunteers
~ Nutrition Month
~ Foods of the Fundy Valley Coming Events
~ Event Planning

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