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Indigenous Peoples' Day was officially recognized as a federal holiday for the first time last year. The holiday on Monday honors Native American people and culture. We asked tribal citizens from across Connecticut and Long Island about the significance of the day.

  FREDERICTON -- An advocate for the intellectually disabled and a trailblazer for women in the Canadian Armed Forces are among the newest recipients of the Order of New Brunswick. Ten people were awarded the provinces highest honour today, following an announcement that had been delayed several months because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Premier Blaine Higgs said in a statement the 10 recipients are a testament to the impact that thoughtful, committed and passionate people can have on the wo...