Month: October 2013
The MS Society of Canada is dedicated to being a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling those affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. It is the only national voluntary organization in Canada that supports both MS research and services for people with MS and their families. Their annual Christmas […]
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The Miramichi Chapter of the Alzheimer Society will present a five part education series beginning October 10, 2013 at the Chatham Public Library. Statistics from the study, Rising Tides – The Impact of Dementia on Canadian Society,(October 2009) show a bleak future. At present, approximately 500,000 Canadians are afflicted with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias.…
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October 17 is International Credit Union Day… and here in Atlantic Canada, we have lots of reasons to celebrate. The Credit Union’s relationships with their 325,000 members has generated eight billion dollars in business. An independent survey of Canadians ranked the dedicated personnel at their 57 credit union locations and 170 points of service #1 […]
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On October 8, 1953, a small group of conservation minded pioneers, all who shared a common love for the Miramichi and who feared for its future, registered a fledgling new organization called the Miramichi Salmon Association, Inc. (MSA). The group, made up of anglers, guides, camp owners, commercial outfitters and sporting good merchants, drafted a […]
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Second star honours go to Miramichi Timberwolves defenseman Eric Walker in the Maritime Hockey League’s (MHL) three stars of the week for the week of September 30th – October 6th. The 20 year old Walker from Castlegar, BC is a relative newcomer to the MHL, but nonetheless made his presence felt in just his second…
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The John Howard Society Miramichi is proud to announce our partnership with the New Brunswick Children’s Foundation, The Anglophone School District North, St. Thomas University, Rotary Club – Newcastle and Aliant Pioneers to present Charlie Appelstein, author of No Such Thing As a Bad Kid. Charlie will be putting on two sessions in Miramichi. Day…
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Are you comfortable managing your Type 2 Diabetes? Are you motivated by your experiences to help others? The Canadian Diabetes Association is looking for volunteers to participate in the new D-Support program here in New Brunswick. D-Support is a free and confidential phone support service that connects volunteer peer supporters with callers who are struggling…
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There will be a fundraising benefit for Bob Warren on Saturday, October 12 at the Dungarvon Whooper Lounge in Blackville starting at 3:00pm. A variety show and auction will be held and light refreshments will be served. All proceeds will go towards med…
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A television movie inspired by the real-life story of triumph in a small New Brunswick town has earned an International Emmy nomination for producers, Rick LeGuerrier and Timothy M. Hogan of Halifax-based, Dream Street Pictures. Their two-hour dramatic film, The Phantoms, premiered last fall on CBC Television. Inspired by the events surrounding the 2009 New [Read More…]
Read MoreGradually, water levels are getting to fishable levels and anglers are starting to hook a few fish, but in no great numbers. The Fall foliage is beginning to hit full stride and with bird season now open, it is time for a little “Blast ‘n Cast”. W. W. Doak and Sons in Doaktown said water…
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Gradually, water levels are getting to fishable levels and anglers are starting to hook a few fish, but in no great numbers. The Fall foliage is beginning to hit full stride and with bird season now open, it is time for a little “Blast ‘n Cast”. W. W. Doak and Sons in Doaktown said water […]
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Hanging On by Jules Keenan The crisp, morning October wind blows against my fragile body. I shiver from the breeze. I can already feel it happening, it will soon be my time, to join my brothers, down below. The wind blows again, more powerful than before. I start to shake, not just from the wind, [Read More…]
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