Posted by Melissa Russwurm
News, This Week's Edition
Sunday, November 8th, 2009

This year, New Brunswickers have more than shoppers to compete against for the best deals. They are also battling the H1N1 pandemic and facing unprecedented questions and scenarios. At this time of year, uncertainty is affecting shopping habits.
Posted by Special Report
News, This Week's Edition, Video
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Watch it here: With winter nearly upon us, people flock to more indoor activies. The downtown area is not fun when it’s blowing snow and forty below. But how will this affect business downtown? Special to the Beacon, Nathen Swain tells us how local businesses cope with cold. (from STU Basement Tapes) Read transcript here [...]
Posted by Special Report
Transcripts
Thursday, October 29th, 2009

O/C: As people enjoy their last frolic in the leaves, winter is quietly rearing its ugly head. There is an above average snowfall expected this winter which could pose a threat to business downtown. Jennifer Carpenter, Bejewel: For Bejewel, we’ve been finding the cool weather is making people start thinking about Christmas so we’ve actually [...]