Information Morning Fredericton

New governance for our long term care system in New Brunswick is one of the recommendations in a new report about the struggling sector. Jeanne Armstrong spoke with Ken McGeorge, one of the advisors in this report. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/governance-overhaul-long-term-care-1.7142703

Fredericton lost a designated national historic site in a fire this week. The building was part of Fredericton's former military complex but it was also home to the McGinn family. Jeanne Armstrong spoke to two of the brothers who called it home. 

It's Pi day, and at George Street Middle School they're celebrating with a parade, a circle drawing contest, a recitation challenge and more. Jeanne Armstrong spoke to vice-principal Jacob Lingley. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/nb-pi-day-george-street-middle-1.7144054

A study released this week delves into the decision-making process of police officers, when they arrive on the scene of a mental health call. Jeanne Armstrong spoke to Mary Ann Campbell, one of the authors of the study.

​Today's story from the Family Tree comes to us from Daryl Hunter​, who tells us about his grandfather's watch which is now buried in Florenceville-Bristol at the mouth of the covered bridge.

Dalhousie University political scientist Lori Turnbull reviews Kelly Lamrock's How It All Broke report.

A.D. fire chief David McKinley and Fredericton Heritage Trust President Jeremy Mouat discuss a fire in a historic downtown building. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/fredericton-fire-carleton-street-police-1.7142324

Fredericton Playhouse director Tim Yerxa sings praise for Quebec jazz artists' ode to an icon.

Ability N.B. executive director Haley Flaro wishes for outcomes, not money, ahead of the provincial budget.

​Quick Chili, Black Bean Brownies, and Easy Tomato Sauce are a few of the recipes included in a new guide created by Vitalité Health. It's an effort to help people dealing with food insecurity by making the most of what they have on hand. Jeanne Armstrong spoke to dietician Gabrielle Michaud.