Halifax — A Canadian military base located in Halifax is going to combat against sugary drinks and sweets by putting an immediate ban on pop and...

Mattel introduces overweight, balding Ken who’s into conspiracy theories
Atlantic Canada — The ubiquitous Ken doll: every little girl had one growing up, and now Mattel is at last unveiling a more “attainable...

Gallant government signs entire province up for Weight Watchers
Fredericton — “New year, new New Brunswick,” said Premier Brian Gallant as he was working out at the York Street YMCA this morning. ...

Listicle: 9 printable NB Mother’s Day cards
New Brunswick — We here at The Manatee understand how important mothers are, and we also know how lazy New Brunswickers are. So, we’ve tak...

Fredericton ‘Fit Bit’ program places pit bulls behind obese participants
Fredericton — An innovative Fredericton fitness program that pairs morbidly obese participants with owners of aggressive pets has been drawing s...

Animal rescue society confuses NB sunbather with whale
Bouctouche — A local marine rescue society has found themselves in hot water. Early Thursday afternoon, the Bouctouche Beach Marine Animal Rescu...