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20.03.2021 / 00:47

Maritime Asian community speaking out against targeted violence

There’s been a rise in physical attacks involving Asians in the United States. After a shocking shooting spree in Georgia on March 16 that left six women of Asian descent dead, the Asian community in Atlantic Canada is speaking out.

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N.B. professional boxer heading to Mexico despite the COVID-19 pandemic

The fight will be his first major sporting event since the pandemic. Megan Yamoah spoke to him and his trainer to find out travel, and quarantine plans before and after the fight.

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N.B. business owner donates office Christmas party funds

The traditional office Christmas party is something that many look forward to, but with COVID-19 restrictions, it just isn’t in the cards this year. One Fredericton business owner is gifting a food bank with the money typically budgeted for a festive party.

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Pop-up art installation to benefit Fredericton homeless shelter

A new pop-up art installation by a Fredericton doctor and artist is opening this weekend – all to benefit the city’s Out of the Cold shelter. Megan Yamoah has more.

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Meet the family who moved from Ontario to N.B. because of the pandemic

With more people working from home due to the pandemic, it has some people rethinking their expensive mortgages in large cities. Megan Yamoah brings us the story of one family who left their jobs and sold their home in Ontario in order to move to New Brunswick.

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Coronavirus outbreak declared at Campbellton care home as more cases reported in N.B.

Public health in New Brunswick is reporting six new cases of COVID-19 today and declaring an outbreak at Manoir de la Sagesse, a special-care home in Campbellton. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Businesses, shoppers adapt to new mandatory masks policy in indoor places

Before now, mask wearing was voluntary, but New Brunswick says enough people weren’t getting on board, but now businesses and shoppers are trying to adapt to the new mandatory police. Megan Yamoah has more.

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New Brunswick families prepare for Thanksgiving, Halloween with COVID-19

The New Brunswick government has released its COVID-19 guidelines for Thanksgiving and Halloween. Megan Yamoah spoke to both parents and kids looking to balance safety with family and scares.

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New Brunswick artists host outdoor show as province’s galleries remain closed

With many art galleries still closed under COVID-19 restrictions, artists are hosting their own show outdoors. Megan Yamoah brings us this story on the Olka Collective.

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Kids eager to get back to class after being out of school since the COVID-19 pandemic began

After being out of school since March, kids are eager to get back and for parents and teachers, the new reality of school life during COVID-19 is something they hope students will adjust to. Megan Yamoah has more.

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University of New Brunswick developing portable COVID-19 diagnostic tests

University of New Brunswick researchers are working to address the challenges, concerns and consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. Megan Yamoah has more on portable diagnostic tests for COVID-19 that will return results faster.

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N.B. restaurant builds new kind of sidewalk amid COVID-19

Owners of a New Brunswick restaurant hope an outdoor lounge-style space will help them welcome more customers and recover from the pandemic. Megan Yamoah has more.

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Nova Scotians and New Brunswick split on use of mandatory face masks

Nova Scotians will have to wear face masks in indoor public spaces at the end of the month, while in New Brunswick, it’s only recommended, not mandatory. Megan Yamoah takes a look at pandemic rules between both provinces.

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Fredericton midway opens doors for visitors

While there have been concerns about COVID-19 spread at the Fredericton exhibition grounds, those heading to the midway say it’s a much-needed taste of normalcy. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Coronavirus: Beaches reopen in Saint John

Lifeguards were on duty and strict COVID-19 preventative measures were in place at Saint John beaches on Saturday as they reopened. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Fredericton business owner launch plan to thank his workers amid COVID-19

The business owner has launched a plan to thank his workers for everything they’ve done during the pandemic and he’s doing it in a way that gives back to other local businesses. Megan Yamoah has more.

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New Reality: Some Universities going virtual

In Fredericton one student’s university dream is off to a shaky start while another’s has ended all due to the pandemic. Megan Yamoah has more.

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N.B. recent graduates still hoping to walk across the stage

The road to graduation has been bumpy for recent high school and university graduates. Some New Brunswick institutions are finding ways to organize graduation walks within safety guidelines. Megan Yamoah has more.

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N.B. teachers are struggling to engage with students online

Teachers are saying it’s difficult to keep students interested in school work, and it’s especially challenging in rural areas with poor internet access. Megan Yamoah has more.

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Closing roads may mean closing shop for some Fredericton businesses

As the city of Fredericton is considering closing some of its roads to traffic, several business owners worry they’ll be forced to close up shop. Megan Yamoah has more.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Some New Brunswick businesses unhappy with abrupt transition to new recovery phase

New Brunswick businesses are beginning to transition into the second phase of the province’s recovery plan. But one restauranteur says the province didn’t give owners a chance to prepare. Megan Yamoah has more.

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N.B. doctor creates colourful display to lists spirits

A Fredericton doctor has created a colourful display in hopes of lifting people’s spirits during this pandemic. Megan Yamoah reports.

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N.B. restaurants, bars optimistic for summer season

As COVID-19 restrictions are slowly lifted, restaurant owners in New Brunswick are awaiting provincial rules for what their dining rooms and patio spaces will look like. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Coronavirus outbreak: New Brunswick pushing into first phase of reopening businesses

Businesses currently permitted to be open, such as nurseries and drive thru’s are grappling with how to operate under a new normal. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Students financially impacted by COVID-19 applying for emergency funding

Students can now apply for emergency funding from the provincial government. However, some say the fund is not enough. Megan Yamoah reports.

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N.B. girl using running to map out a message

An 11-year-old New Brunswicker didn’t let the snow stop her from getting out for a run on Friday. And as Megan Yamoah tells us, she’s using her training to map out a message.

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N.B. therapist offering services for free to essential service workers

A therapist is offering her services to any essential service workers suffering from anxiety, fear or depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. Megan Yamoah reports.

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The 2019-20 school year cancelled in New Brunswick due to coronavirus outbreak

Parents are concerned about their children completing mandatory course work as the province’s home learning plan will roll out in the coming days. Megan Yamoah reports.

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N.B. students adjusting to school closure announcement

Students in the New Brunswick are adjusting to the reality that they won’t be back in the classroom for the rest of the year. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Schools to remain closed in New Brunswick

There will be no more face-to-face classes in New Brunswick this school year unless things “drastically improve,” Education Minister Dominic Cardy said Thursday. Megan Yamoah reports.

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Coronavirus outbreak: International students at UNB given written notice to leave dorms due to COVID-19

The New Brunswick Student Alliance says during this crisis international students need extra support to make it home as countries close their borders. Megan Yamoah has more.

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Coronavirus outbreak: New Brunswick sees spike of COVID-19 cases tied to cruise travel

Provincial health officials in New Brunswick have detected six new cases of COVID-19, four of which are tied to cruise travel. Megan Yamoah brings us the latest.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0