McDonald’s New Zealand just rolled out a mullet-inspired cheeseburger where it’s a normal burger on one side and an extra slice of cheese hangs out the back. All I can say is that if SJ had a mullet, the east side would probably be the party in the back!
Here’s the lowdown for the day:
Sweating for suds this weekend 🍺
NB artists getting official status 🖼️
Saint John picked its burger king 👑
Let’s get it!
-Geoff Walsh, Publisher
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NEWS NOTES
🏃 Beer Run weekend returns Saturday
The Port City Beer Run is back Saturday morning, bringing hundreds of runners, some temporary traffic slowdowns, and a lot of very loud cheering to Saint John streets in support of the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.
But organizer Nathalie Nadeau says she hopes people don’t just avoid the route, they come out and help create the atmosphere.
“I always look forward to the huge smiles that everyone gets after getting a run in and then celebrating with some of the best drinks in NB!” she said.
The weekend gets rolling tonight with the Port City Beer Mile around uptown, while 2027 Beer Run tickets go on sale May 31 for anyone already planning ahead after this year’s quick sellout.
🎨 New accreditation opens for NB artists
NB artists now have a new thing to add to their to-do list... paperwork.
Saint John-based ArtsLink NB has opened applications for Professional Artist Accreditation, a new designation tied to the province’s Status of the Artist Act. The accreditation is meant to help protect artists’ employment rights and will be required for artists seeking government contracts or commissions in New Brunswick.
Before anyone panics: this isn’t just for people with fancy arts degrees.
“We’ve had many applicants so far, across all artistic disciplines,” ArtsLink’s Amy Ash told SJ Today, adding there are “a lot of different ways” artists can show professional experience and peer recognition.
🏆 Top clicks of the week
Monday - Two local students score curries scholarship
Tuesday - Passport to Parks returns this summer
Wednesday - FCNB launches site to help NB’s navigate finances
Thursday - GNB releases proposed property tax reforms
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FOODIE FRIDAY
💬 The Results: Saint John’s Favourite Burgers
Yesterday was International Burger Day, so we asked where to find the best everyday burger in the Saint John region…and you came in HOT with opinions.
The poll itself was one thing, but the comments quickly made something clear: Union House has a very loud fan club.
🍔 Union House was the clear crowd favourite
🍔 Cask & Kettle pulled plenty of love too
🍔 Big D’s, Bob’s Corner Takeout, and Eastbound Burgers all got strong support
And people weren’t shy about defending their picks either.
Some of your comments:
“Union House, and it’s not even close.”
“Trailway’s smash burger. No contest.”
“Cask and Kettle. Yummmm.”
“Big Ds smash box!”
“Chicken by Felix - Deluxe chicken thigh burger!”
One reader may have even launched a tourism campaign for Grand Bay-Westfield:
“In Grand Bay Westfield we have the best burger options in the region hands down.” 😆
And, because we truly believe burgers are one of the best things in life, here’s your full local burger crawl list…
- Union House
- Cask & Kettle
- Big D’s Poutine
- Bob’s Corner Takeout
- Eastbound Burgers
- Saint John Ale House
- Churchill’s
- Chicken by Felix
- Unique OZE
- East Coast Bistro
- Pub Down Under
- Shadow Lawn Inn
- Westfield Coffee House & Eatery
- Britt’s
- Big Tide
- Taste of Egypt
- Montana’s
🍟 Did we still miss your go-to burger spot? Let us know by hitting reply and telling us your favourite burger in Saint John!
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EVENTS
What’s Happenin’
What we’re doing this weekend
WordSpring 2026 & NB Book Awards | May 29-31
Writers, readers, aspiring authors, and notebook hoarders unite. WordSpring returns for a weekend of workshops, open mic events, publishing sessions, and literary celebrations, including the 11th annual NB Book Awards at Lily Lake Pavilion. Most public events are free, and this year’s guest speaker is comedian and author James Mullinger.
Saturday fun at City Market | May 30
The Saint John City Market is helping relieve some stress on Saturday shopping with free DIY mochi-style stress ball making at The Blue Pelican Bath & Body from 11am-2pm, while supplies last. Visitors can decorate their own squishy creations into everything from dumplings to watermelons while acoustic guitarist Chris Daigle provides the soundtrack nearby with live music throughout the market. Seems like a pretty good way to spend your Saturday…especially if you throw in some taters from Chicken by Felix!
Starts With An Earthquake R.E.M. Tribute Night | May 30
Five and Dime hosts a night dedicated to the music of R.E.M. as Fredericton tribute band Starts With An Earthquake rolls through with everything from the deep cuts to the singalong classics. Expect plenty of longtime fans loudly proving they still remember every word to Losing My Religion.
Family Fun Day – National AccessAbility Week Kickoff | May 31
The Saint John Ability Advisory Committee is kicking off National AccessAbility Week with a free Family Fun Day Sunday at the Irving Oil Field House. The inclusive community event runs 11am-2pm and features games, a bouncy castle, face painting, crafts, a quiet room, community resources, refreshments, cake, and a free BBQ from the Kiwanis Aktion Club. Organizers say the goal is to celebrate accessibility, inclusion, and the many services supporting people with disabilities across the province.
Saint John Alpines Doubleheader | June 1
Get out and enjoy some local baseball Sunday afternoon at Memorial Field as AJ’s Saint John Alpines take on the Chatham Ironmen in a doubleheader. First pitch is set for 2pm, with two games on deck and plenty of chances to cheer on the home team.
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LOCAL PICS
WHERE WERE WE WEDNESDAY? 📸
📍 On Wednesday we shared this pic of triangles and while it may have rung a bell for those repeatingly watching Seinfeld episodes life us, it is actually a local pic. This is the view from inside the dome at Yip on the Peninsula. They’re about to announce Yip Fest…another great local event to look forward to this summer. Shout out to Rick F., Janet K., Leah S., Danielle M., Lindsay S., Paula E., Michele C., Amy B., Kelly M., Ann Marie P., Kim D., Edgar D., Robyn M and Karen D., for knowing where this is!
📸 We love seeing local pics from around the region. Share yours with us by tagging us on Instagram and Facebook!
SIDE NOTES
🌅 5:41am | 🌇 9:02pm
Today’s Tides 🌊
Low Tide | 5:24 AM(Fri 29 May) | 1.29 m(4.23 ft) |
High Tide | 11:32 AM(Fri 29 May) | 7.23 m(23.72 ft) |
Low Tide | 5:40 PM(Fri 29 May) | 1.67 m(5.47 ft) |
High Tide | 11:45 PM(Fri 29 May) | 7.62 m(25.0 ft) |
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-Geoff Walsh - Publisher