Welcome to the written edition of The Northern Heat Report. Here, we share similar stories, interviews, and community spotlights you see on our video series—now in a format you can read, revisit, and share. From local entrepreneurs and cultural leaders to events shaping Northern New Brunswick, these features highlight the people and ideas making a difference in our region.

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Album Release Spotlight: John Boulay Unveils Old Soul

When singer-songwriter John Boulay took the stage for his recent album release party, there was a sense of calm confidence that only comes from experience. Held at the Salle Denis Richard venue in Petit Rocher, this past Saturday, the evening marked a full-circle moment for Boulay, one where everything just felt right. “The first time…
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A Nightmare on St. John Street: Building Community Through Halloween Spirit

Bathurst High School is once again preparing to transform its hallways into a haunting spectacle for the fifth edition of A Nightmare on St. John Street. What began in 2018 as a bold idea has now grown into one of the city’s most anticipated Halloween events, thanks to the vision and determination of longtime community…
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Black Pug Records Expands Hours and Continues to Grow

We recently caught up with Pierre Doucet of Black Pug Records to see how the business has been doing since we last spoke with him. Pierre eased his way into entrepreneurship by opening the shop evenings and weekends. The experiment was a success—so much so that he’s now opened the store full-time. The new hours for Black…
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IronMind Wellness: Building Strength Through Connection

When Jeremy left his position at New Tide Counseling, it wasn’t a decision made lightly. Eventually, though, he knew that it was time to take the leap and build something of his own. Out of that realization came IronMind Wellness, a practice rooted in resilience, connection, and the belief that iron sharpens iron. “We put…
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Bowlarama Bathurst: A Community Hub for All Ages

For nearly two decades, Bowlarama Bathurst has been more than just a bowling alley. It’s become a community hub where families, friends, and people of all ages gather to have fun, stay active, and connect. At the heart of it all is a team dedicated to keeping the center fresh, exciting, and accessible. Bowlarama manager,…
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Bouncing Into Community: How A Local Business is Supporting Parents and Kids Alike

For many parents, the struggle to balance work, family, and social connection is all too familiar. Even with supportive relatives and friends, finding time to recharge and connect can feel impossible. That’s the challenge four entrepreneurs set out to address, and in doing so, launched a business that’s as much about community as it is…
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From Festival Stage to Joint Headline Show: Helltown & The Alt Rocks Gear Up for September Concert

When Helltown and The Alt Rocks took the stage at this year’s Hospitality Days, the energy was electric, despite some unpredictable weather. By the time Helltown hit the stage, strong winds whipped across Vicker’s Field, rain threatened to shut things down. But the music played on. Despite the challenges, both bands delivered high-energy sets that…
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Hospitality Days 2025: Thank You, Bathurst

Another year of Hospitality Days has come and gone. Now, with a few weeks to sit back and reflect on what an incredible experience it was, we want to take this opportunity to say a big, heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out, supported us, and helped make it happen. We’ve received so much…
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Painting the Town: BayBreeze Art Gallery Hosts Annual Plein Air Festival

Art will soon spill into the streets of Bathurst as the BayBreeze Art Gallery prepares to host its annual Plein Air Art Festival, which is an outdoor celebration of creativity and community that invites artists to capture the world in real time. This year’s event, taking place on August 9th and 10th at the NB…
