Sympathies to the family of Sheldon Lee and all who served with him. He embodied decency and integrity. MLA for 25 years. As DOT Minister, he knew every paved and chipseal road in NB. News releases had Mr. Lee’s phone number at the bottom as the contact- not a communications person! One of a kind

Rush are great musicians & everything about them is designed against me. But I have great respect for baseball psycho Geddy Lee, who not only has one of the world's great private memorabilia collections - within it was a huge trove of Negro League stuff, which he gave to the Negro League Museum

Wasn’t familiar with Anika Nilles work until today. An inspired choice, a wicked female drummer to help pay homage to the late Neil Peart. Wonderful to see Geddy and Alex be happy and want to play again #RUSH

Have been privileged to see RUSH twice. Class acts, very philanthropic, self deprecating and among the world’s greats of all time. Have loved their music since the early 1980s. So wonderful to see Geddy and Alex play music again after a decade mourning the loss of Neil Peart.

Today, my brother John found this Grade 1 report card for our Dad in 1941-42. The ”old man” struggled in reading & didn’t have a scribbler for 3 weeks! See the expectations to parents on ensuring kids don’t miss anytime - and to accept blame. Curious how that message would go over today?

Mitch Marner & agent Darren Ferris are reviled for their me-first actions. Squeezed the Maple Leafs for every nickel. Would have endeared fans if 1) took a bit less $ for team salary cap 2) be less pouty & give more than cryptic answers & 3) show self-criticism for playoff failures. #accountability

This #FieldworkFriday, intern Sammy Landry-LeBlanc takes us out on the river at the Sunset Valley Nature Reserve in New Brunswick. She and conservation biologist Jacob Read use a canoe to check for disturbances on the nature reserve.

Today is the 30th “meetversary” of my first encounter with @helenehholland.bsky.social. I was paying a bill on my lunch hour in the Regent Mall and saw Helene’s girlfriends who introduced us. Happy meetversary dear from your biggest fan! Photo taken today by my sister-in-law Louise Hachey-Cormier.

Team Holland has a number of friends who have been afflicted with Multiple Sclerosis. One of them we spent time with last Saturday. The disease is cruel and life changing. 1 out out of every 400 Canadians suffer from MS. Happy to support A&W’s partnership fundraiser today. My night to cook!

Happy #WorldRadioDay. Shout out to my friends who worked in the industry & those still dedicated to making people smile, provide news & information. Grateful for lasting friendships. 1992 photo of with then Premier Frank McKenna for “550 CFNB - where New Brunswick Hears The News”! #cdnmedia

May God bless @KirtSpeaksALS . A courageous, brave and determined voice for patients living with ALS. Raised a lot of funds and awareness. Sympathies to his family and friends. Between NHL stints, Kirton played parts of 5 seasons in Fredericton & 2 in Moncton (NB Hawks) - total of 350 games.

Sympathies to the family of Tony Huntjens. Active in @pcnbca & CoR Party - he was longtime MLA in St. Stephen area. Got to meet him when clearing began for Route 1. Very patriotic. Proudly led O Canada in the Legislative Assembly & announcements. #nbpoli #cdnpoli mehanfuneralhome.ca/obituaries/186…

Fredericton broke a 80+year old temperature record Tuesday with a high of 35.7 degrees, topping one set in 1944. They have been keeping track since 1871. I’d gladly take a 10 degree day or 30 mm of rain to give everything a drink and fire crews a break. Credit: Thierry Gosse and Patrick Duplessis

Sad to read the passing of Riverbend Golf Club founder Rick MacFarlane. Sympathies to Charlotte, their family and the local golf community. Was a member at Riverbend during its opening year in 1992 when it was a 9-hole course. Family owned and operated throughout. Good people.

I have been a Twitter (X) User for 14+years. Despite a lot of great people still on it - the place has become a crazy town. In the past week, so many folks are hiking, constitutional, silviculture and forest fire experts. 95% of them are showing a total lack of empathy to our region’s fire concerns.

(1/2) There is a high probability that smoke from active wildfires will impact the air quality in certain regions of New Brunswick this week. A heat alert is also in place, which can make the effects of smoke worse, especially for vulnerable people.

Two New Brunswick institutions side by each! Chez Leo Restaurant and the single lane structure in Shediac Bridge. Gotta wait for traffic to clear.

Nice morning walk in People’s Republic of Marysville! Lots of bikers, some walkers, a few dogs and this family of four deer that Charlie was curious about.

Congrats to my better half, CEO-+CFO on a professional milestone. This week Helene marked 35 years with @govnb.bsky.social. Her offices have been well served with her efficiency & competence. Says she started work at age of 5! Photo from 2020 when Helene worked at home for 6 weeks (with Gus ❤️)

Thanks to producer Megan MacAlpine & host Khalil Akhtar for having me on CBC NB’s morning show today about the @ncccnc.bsky.social 5th annual Big Backyard BioBlitz. Fun for all ages to snap photos of the plants and animals they see. Folks can learn more & sign up at backyardbioblitz.ca #NCCBioBlitz

Rest in peace Hulk Hogan. The passing of the Hulkster hits home. Saturday Night Main Event was a staple in high school along with WWF cards in Moncton. I hope my childhood hero Killer Karl Krupp (RIP George Momberg) “applies the German Claw to your head Hulk Hogan & collects $5,000!”

Sorry to read the passing of longtime Fredericton CBC radio reporter and news reader Doug Milander. Very nice, collegial man - even to us competitors in private radio. Monitored many of his newscasts. Deepest condolences to his wife, longtime NB Finance Department communications pro Ann Deveau.

While in #YUL - spent time with a great man who set a high bar & standard for local news coverage in New Brunswick. @garymacyul.bsky.social is still getting to the crux of things with his analysis on Night Talks in Montreal. Gary is a gifted storyteller with a fantastic sense of humour. #cdnmedia

Remembering Mom, Betty Holland who passed a year ago. Today at Sunshine Diner - Helene & I ran into a dear friend of Mom’s since age of 5. Jack Brandwood and Mom also shared the same birthday - Oct 5, 1932. [I hope to get to 92 & treated to breakfast😀] Mom’s are the best! We miss her C’mon In!

Morning coffee for us on the deck. Morning T-Bone for Charlie (holding it down with her bear paws) and listening to the birds. Have a good Sunday folks!

Shout out to City of Fredericton crews. Continued rains created a hole on our street. One neighbour saw a tunnel underneath toward the storm drains. Good, efficient work fixing a small problem before it creates a larger, $ one. Thanks to Brent Grant & Steve Hicks for their action as well

Honoured to introduce Danny Williams & his wife Elizabeth at a news event in St. John’s. The former NL Premier has gifted 185 acres to @ncccnc.bsky.social at Salmonier River. A vital area for many species. Congrats to my NCC colleague Amanda Quarmby Bennett who negotiated this amazing land donation.

Aah Mahwi Nibi is now protected forever! This 29-hectare stretch of Lake Huron shoreline on the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula is home to rare habitats, clean water, and incredible biodiversity. Thanks to our supporters and partners, this land is safe for future generations. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wTsQF

10 years ago, it was an honor to see RUSH in Toronto for the first of two shows in their hometown. Unfortunately was their final tour. Played songs from last album to first. The man seated next to me with his son drove 5 hours and was emotionally moved when they played Jacob’s Ladder.

Sad news about former Fredericton NB radio colleague Tom “Biff” Mitchell - lost to a tragic waterway accident. Worked together at CIHI & CKHJ (now Bell Media). Very creative, cerebral guy- novelist & artist who took his camera everywhere. Wishing peace to his loved ones. Photo by Rob Pasma

Joining many others in sending peace and comfort to the Kennedy family for this immense loss. Great folks. Kind, warm, generous, sense of humour, inspirational educators & all very community-minded. Blake and I always had easy conversations - usually about sports! oromoctofh.com/tribute/deta...

Windy afternoon! Patio table umbrella went for a fly.

Sorry to read about the sudden passing of Marc Garneau, Canada’s first astronaut who flew the Space Shuttle & later became a MP for 15 years. Sad he dies without getting to enjoy much of his retirement. I got this book for Christmas. Great read by a distinguished Canadian & servant. Rest easy, sir

This is Henry. He brings his emotional support duck to his hydrotherapy sessions. They get along swimmingly. 13/10

Very sorry to read the passing of @jddumville.bsky.social - an absolute gentleman journalist in western New Brunswick. Such a kind person who served Carleton County & surrounding areas so well. Jim was always pleasant and first class. Peace to his family, former staff + many readers. God bless him.

Watching the House of Commons proceedings over the lunch with the Election of a Speaker. Charlie the Rescue Golden is new to @cpac.ca and is barking at the MPs telling them to get to work! She doesn’t like the bell sounding. #cdnpoli

Paywalled, but interesting: "town council of Heron Bay, New Brunswick, voted unanimously to relieve Mayor Normand Pelletier of his duties for a code of conduct violation after he told The Logic that members of the council “don’t have a fucking clue what they’re doing.” thelogic.co/news/dalhous...

This week, the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) classified the Snowy owl as threatened in the country. The cause? Largely humans. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/natu...

Attending #CSEE2025 in Sherbrooke, QC? A few spots left in my “Intro to Science Communication” workshop. * Sunday, July 6 * No experience necessary * Relevant for all career stages * $20 cost supports @csee-sceemtgs.bsky.social Register on CSEE 2025 website event.fourwaves.com/scee2025/pages

On International Day for Biodiversity, we’re highlighting one of Nova Scotia’s most ecologically rich regions: Kespukwitk (southwest Nova Scotia). 94 per cent of terrestrial species at risk in Nova Scotia can be found here! Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSQDv 🐦 #BiodiversityDay

Kiwto'qitek refers to the Greek River, which wraps around a natural point of land commonly known as Point Pleasant in Murray Harbour, southeastern PEI. Learn more and become a part of the conservation story today: brnw.ch/21wSTYX

Happy #NationalRescueDogDay! Have had 3 Golden Retrievers - two that were rescues. We adopted Gus at 16 months old and he was the unofficial Mayor of the subdivision. We adopted Charlie at 10 months old last Christmas via the NS Golden Retriever Rescue group. She is 98 cents short of a dollar!

Happy heavenly birthday to Mr. George Momberg . He’d be 91 today. His “German bad guy” routine as Killer Karl Krupp was legendary here in the Maritimes. Also played in @cfl.ca A weekly fixture on ATV (now @ctvatlantic.bsky.social ) & in arenas around our region. #TheClaw #MrMcCluckCluck #AGPW

Life is short. Wade Blanchard just retired last year. May he rest in eternal peace. The NB curling ace is a member of three Hall of Fames. When it comes to the NB Tankard Men’s Curling - he was a legitimate contender every year. www.fundyfuneralhome.com/obituary/Wad...

Very sorry to read @jddumville.bsky.social is headed into palliative care. An engaging fellow and veteran journalist who has covered central & western NB for River Valley Sun & The Bugle Observer. Nice to see Jim named a Paul Harris Fellow last night. Wishing Jim strength & comfort. God bless him.

We’re grateful to the Fredericton North Rotary Club! Since 2018, they’ve cared for the Lincoln Wetland Natural Area in NB, creating a safe outdoor space where local students can learn and connect with nature. Thank you for your commitment to community and conservation! 💚

This was a fun story. Thanks to @ncccnc.bsky.social @aerinj.bsky.social for the interview, information and visuals. Canada’s landscapes will be filled with plenty of "calling cards" from wildlife as they trek through the, at-times, messy spring weather. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/natu...

Deepest sympathies to the Smith Family and his many friends on this tragic & immense loss. Brent Smith was a Prince of a guy I met at Fredericton High School. Just an awesome dude. As this memorial says, Brent was as “easy going “ as they come. God Bless him. yorkfh.com/tribute/deta...

Thinking of my Uncle Jerome (Jake) Soucie in Moncton. He is my late Mom’s baby brother now in his 80s. For him to lose both a daughter and son one week apart has to be terribly sad. fergusonsriverview.com/tribute/deta...