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Fundraiser
United Way to hold rat race

The United Way is hosting a fundraising rat race through uptown Saint John on Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. Teams of four win points in a race that starts and finishes at King's Square and includes some obstacles, some wheeling and dealing and some risk taking. Cash prizes and trophies go to the teams amassing the most points and raising the most money. Teams are encouraged to wear costumes based on the rat race theme. To pre-register, call the United Way at 658-1212 or email elizabeth.unitedway@nb.aibn.com.

Drugs

Senator patron of PASAGE agency

Senator John Wallace has become patron of PASAGE (Preventing Addiction: Substance Abuse and Gambling Education). PASAGE Saint John, a United Way agency, supports adolescents and children in making responsible choices regarding substance abuse and addiction by providing up-to-date information and education. PASAGE and its executive director, Joyce Melvin, provide support to and work with parents, educators and other community agencies in promoting awareness and preventing adolescent addictions. Wallace is a local lawyer. He has been a member of the University of New Brunswick's board of governors and is involved in the Imperial Theatre capital campaign. He was a recipient of the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal in 2003.

Appointment

Lawyer again heads N.B. Museum board

Saint John lawyer Gary Faloon was reappointed as a member and president of the board of directors of the New Brunswick Museum. The appointment is for a term to expire on June 8, 2010, and was made by the provincial government through an order-in-council signed by Lt.-Gov. Herménégilde Chiasson on July 23.

Workplace

City lawyer joins appeals tribunal

James Whelly, a Saint John lawyer, was appointed vice-chairman of the appeals tribunal of the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission for a three-year term. The order-in-council approving the appointment was signed by Lt.-Gov. Herménégilde Chiasson on July 23.