Daily Archives: November 6, 2024

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Speed cushions in 2025

 

Saint John adding more speed cushions in 2025

A speed cushion set up on a Saint John street. Image: City of Saint John

Saint John will look to install speed cushions on 12 more streets throughout the city next year.

Last week, council approved an extra $450,000 for traffic calming measures in 2025.

Staff have already selected six of the 12 streets for 2025: Prince Street, Champlain Drive, Wellesley Avenue, Boars Head Road, Green Head Road and Mountain View Drive.

In addition, staff are looking at temporary rubber speed cushions on busier collector or arterial streets, with the first being proposed for Mount Pleasant Avenue East.

While similar to a speed bump or speed hump, speed cushions contain gaps to reduce the impact on emergency services and Saint John Transit.

Politics

Donald Trump’s Historic Comeback

Breaking: Donald Trump’s Historic Comeback Shakes Up U.S. Politics

In a stunning return to the White House, Donald Trump has defeated Kamala Harris, securing both the popular vote and the Electoral College in a historic comeback few thought possible. Known for his fiery rhetoric, Trump wasted no time taking aim at Harris in his victory speech, calling her tenure “a disaster for America” and promising to “restore strength and prosperity.”

This comeback has electrified his base, marking the first time in recent history that a former president has returned to office after a defeat. With the popular vote and Electoral College both in his favor, Trump’s victory has not only reshaped political norms but also set a precedent that will be analyzed for years.

Supporters are celebrating across the nation, seeing Trump’s return as a vindication of his policies and vision. Trump’s comeback story is already being described as historic, underscoring the intense polarization and shifting dynamics of American politics. As he prepares to be sworn back into office, all eyes are on what’s next in this unprecedented chapter in U.S. history.

The Loosers

 

It's Kamala Harris' moment. But Biden may have screwed that ...

music

Saxophone Day

Saxophone Day

November 6 is Saxophone Day, an unofficial holiday that celebrates the woodwind instrument popularly used in jazz, classical music, and military ensembles.

The day honors saxophonists and commemorates the birth anniversary of its inventor Adolphe Sax. Born in Belgium in 1814, Sax was an instrument maker and musician who designed and introduced the Saxophone in 1840.

Used Extensively

It was first adopted for use in military bands and soon became a popular instrument played in a concert band and in chamber music. Chamber music is a type of music played by a group of small instruments – ones that usually can fit into a small room or chamber.

Today, the Saxophone is used extensively in jazz and other kinds of dance music and in symphony orchestras around the world.

Other saxophones include Mezzo Soprano, Sopranino, Tubax, Bass and Contrabass.

How to Celebrate?

  • Are you a saxophonist? Bring out your instrument and play some music with a band or solo for your family and friends.
  • Attend a chamber music, jazz or symphony orchestra concert. Keep an ear out for the Saxophone notes.
  • If you have always wanted to learn how to play the Saxophone, today is the day to get started.