🌶️ Nacho Average Morning

Good morning Port City - This is SJ Today - and our top story this morning…it’s National Nacho Day. So grab your chips and let’s get cheesy! 🧀

Some of today’s toppings include:

• How could the Westside commute possibly get any worse? 🚦

• It’s time to work those money muscles! 💪

• Flashback to the 80s this Thursday 🛼

Let’s dip into it.

-Geoff Walsh, Publisher

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NEWS NOTES

ANOTHER WESTSIDE PARKING LOT 🚗

Is this good news or bad news for Westside drivers? Irving Pulp & Paper Mill is getting a massive $1.1 BILLION upgrade (yep, billion with a B!), which includes 500 new parking spaces for Irving employees at Wolastoq Park. The spaces will be tucked at the southern edge of the park to keep the greenery intact, plus there’s a pedestrian overpass so they can avoid the traffic chaos. Irving’s promise? Minimal impact on traffic during construction. (Let’s hope so—the Westside commute is already a nightmare!). (CTV Atlantic)

PUSHUPS FOR YOUR POCKETBOOK 💸

With the holiday season coming up fast—and prices rising like an overhead press—it’s prime time to work on your financial fitness. The YMCA of Southwestern NB has just the workout to help get your budget in shape. Led by CPA Winston Anthony Joseph D’Souza, this Financial Management Workshop is like strength training for your wallet. Winston will walk you through budgeting basics, cash flow stretches, and teach you to tell ‘good debt’ from ‘bad debt’ like a true pro. And, with three training sessions on Tuesday, November 12th (11 AM, 2 PM, and 5:45 PM), there’s a time slot for every schedule. Ready to tone up your finances? Head to the Y and start flexing those money muscles!

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EVENTS
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Thursday

Canadian Dental Care Info Session | November 7

Get the scoop on the Canadian Dental Care Plan at the Rothesay Hive! Join Citizen Services Specialist Michael Carson from Service Canada on Thursday, November 7, at 1:30 PM for a helpful info session covering eligibility, application steps, what’s covered, and how to check your application status. Stick around for a Q&A and hands-on help with applications afterward. Registration required—sign up by email or phone!

Back to the 80s Fundraiser | November 7
Get ready to party like it’s 1985! On November 7th, the Trade and Convention Centre’s Marco Polo Room is transforming into an 80s paradise to support Loch Lomond Villa. Pretty in Pink, the ultimate 80s tribute band, will have you dancing to all the hits. Enjoy food, drinks, a killer auction, and capture the memories in our 80s photobooth. So grab your neon gear and let’s make this a night to remember!

Sunday

Live Line Drawing Session at the Library | November 10

Grab your sketchbooks! Third Space Gallery is back with another fun drop-in sketching session at the Central Branch. Join in on Sunday, November 10, at 1 PM sharp to let your creativity flow. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just love to doodle, all are welcome. Just bring your own

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