Good morning, Saint John! It's National French Fry Day...which sounds like the perfect excuse to send the summer students on a lunch run. Just hope they don't all show up at Union House at once. (Best fries in the city. Fight me.)
Here’s what else is cookin’ up this morning:
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Have a fantastic weekend!
-Geoff Walsh, Publisher
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NEWS NOTES
🏠 Quispamsis Habitat home available
Finding a detached home in Quispamsis that isn't listed for half a million dollars isn't exactly an everyday occurrence.
Habitat for Humanity New Brunswick is accepting applications for a three-bedroom bungalow on Hazelton Drive that's becoming available as one family moves on. Unlike the organization's usual new-build projects, this is an existing home that's being passed along through Habitat's homeownership program. The house includes a full basement, large backyard and is located in a residential neighbourhood about 15 minutes from Saint John. Applications are now open for eligible families.
🏒 Sea Dogs coaching staff takes shape
The Sea Dogs have rounded out Jim Hulton's coaching staff, hiring Daniel Nikandrov as an assistant coach. Nikandrov spent the past four seasons with the OHL's Soo Greyhounds, where he worked in player development and video analysis. He joins a revamped hockey operations group as Saint John continues to reshape the organization ahead of the 2026-27 season, which opens Sept. 18 in Newfoundland before the home opener on Sept. 25 against Moncton.
🏆Top clicks of the week
Monday - Queer NB heritage archive released
Tuesday - NB’s bumble bee recovery strategy
Wednesday - Bear chasing a moose in Maine
Thursday - City announces local yard sale database
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EVENTS
What’s Happenin’
WHAT WE’RE DOING THIS WEEKEND
Hospice BBQ | July 10
Bobby’s Hospice hosts its summer Friday BBQ at 385 Dufferin Row, with $8 meals including a hamburger, hot dog, chips and water. It’s a quick lunch with a good cause attached, supporting patient care at Hospice Greater Saint John.
Wasted Day Karaoke Night | July 10
Whether you're ready to steal the spotlight or just cheer on your friends, Wasted Day Brewing is hosting a night of karaoke featuring hits from every era. Warm up those vocal cords...or don't. Confidence counts for a lot.
City Market Saturday Fun | July 11
The Saint John City Market has your Saturday covered with free family fun and live entertainment. Kids can drop into The Blue Pelican from 11am to 2pm to make watermelon-themed slime while supplies last, then stick around for live music from Debbie and Kevin Morris from noon to 3pm while you browse the market and grab a bite.
Quispamsis Strawberry Tea | July 11
Strawberry season is in full swing, and Quispamsis United Church is celebrating with an afternoon of homemade biscuits, local strawberries, fresh whipped cream, tea and coffee. Bring a few friends, enjoy some good conversation and leave room for dessert. Admission is $15, and everyone is welcome.
Passport to Parks: Dominion Park | July 11
Passport to Parks lands at Dominion Park with swimming, face painting, yard games, kayaking and canoeing, Pandemonium Steel Band and more. The free event is part of Saint John’s summer park series and runs rain date Sunday if the weather gets rude.
AREA 506 LOUD | July 11
Night two of AREA 506 LOUD brings Gob, Iron Giant, The Monoxides and Doctor Mother Father to the Waterfront Container Village. The show is all-ages, but everyone needs a ticket to get past the gates.
Can You Sing Auditions | July 12
Can You Sing holds Saint John auditions at Imperial Theatre for performers hoping to land a spot on the Imperial stage next March. Auditions are open to all ages, but singers must apply through the registration form before showing up.
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LOCAL PICS
WHERE WERE WE WEDNESDAY? 📸
📍 On Wednesday we shared this pic of a lawn share somewhere in the wild and really all we were hoping for was a few minutes of rest in the heat. Thankfully, this particular chair is located on the back patio at Long Bay Brewery in Rothesay, so it also came with a cold beer. Shout out to Paula E., Eddy D., Justin L., and Casey C. for knowing the spot!
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SIDE NOTES
🌅 5:46am | 🌇 9:12pm
Today’s Tides 🌊
Low Tide | 2:05 AM(Fri 10 July) | 1.33 m(4.36 ft) |
High Tide | 8:14 AM(Fri 10 July) | 7.17 m(23.52 ft) |
Low Tide | 2:28 PM(Fri 10 July) | 1.51 m(4.95 ft) |
High Tide | 8:39 PM(Fri 10 July) | 7.78 m(25.53 ft) |
🫧 On this day
Long before spin cycles and smartphone notifications, Saint John's John E. Turnbull patented a manual washing machine on this day in 1843. One load took about 10 minutes of elbow grease. Laundry day really earned its name.
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