Year: 2016
by James M. Fisher While there is plenty to do and see in the Miramichi, make some time to explore some of the excellent books penned by Miramichi authors as well as some books about the area. There are books that cover all genres, so there is something for everyone here on our list. Many…
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The summer-long Encounters with Lord Beaverbrook at Lord Beaverbrook’s childhood home in Newcastle kicked off last week when a bus tour of over 40 people toured the house and were introduced to this year’s Lord Beaverbrook portrayed by Kevin Brawn. His convincing portrayal of the wealthy financier, politician, author, publisher, and British Minister of War Production during World…
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Air Show Atlantic’s 3/4 scale Spitfire aircraft model has arrived in Miramichi and will be on public display today. The aircraft is participating in the Miramichi Canada Day Parade today, Friday July 1st starting at 1 pm. Look for us in the parade along with Towne Auto Group and the local Air Cadet squadrons! Please…
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Eleven year old Amy Walls loves to clean, much to the delight of her mother, Janice, who usually doesn’t have to ask her to help out around the house—Amy volunteers to do it! “Cleaning puts me in my happy place for some reason,” says Amy. “I feel such satisfaction when I walk into my room…
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The 2016 Fishermen Powwow is under way on Waterford Green in the Historic Chatham Downtown Business District. Celebrating a Spirit of Peace and Friendship the Fishermen Powwow features Cultural and Artisan Villages today, Thursday June 30th, 2016 from 1-4 pm and an Outdoor Concert this evening at 8 pm. The festivities continue tomorrow. 2016 Fishermen Powwow…
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Hospice Miramichi will be pre-selling Chase the Ace tickets tomorrow, Friday July 1st, 2016 on the sidewalk outside of the Hospice Shoppe during the Historic Chatham Downtown festivities. The current Jackpot is $7,726.80 with 15 cards remaining. You don’t have to be at the draw on Sunday to be eligible to win but your ticket does.…
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Each week sees a few more fish coming into the system, but still no great run. Some anglers are having great luck as a small pod moves through, while others are having no luck. Warmer temperatures had curtailed results, but conditions are improving. Trap nets seemed to be averaging less than six a day, while…
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Find more photos of the NB Railway Museum, where the Miramichi Railway Artefacts are on display, in the Mighty Miramichi photo gallery. Click Here Artefacts belonging to Mr. John Leonard Comeau, a CNR Lineman, have been donated to the NB Railway Museum, in his memory by Mr. And Mrs. Larry and Laura Lea Comeau of Derby,…
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The Miramichi Regional Multicultural Association wants to celebrate Canada day with you. Join us in the Historic Chatham downtown as we celebrate Canada’s Birthday with live entertainment and crafts from different cultures, caricature drawings, and much more! For more information call! 506-773-5272 or email . See you there! For more information about the Miramichi Regional Multicultural…
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Get your poodle skirts and leather jackets ready because the 2016 Rock n Roll Festival in Miramichi kicks off tomorrow night! Join us in the Newcastle downtown for the 22nd anniversary! Visit the website for more information. 2016 Rock ‘n Roll Festival Schedule Thursday, June 30th 7:00 pm: Opening Ceremonies & Street Dance The official…
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This year Canada Day is being celebrated in Miramichi’s Twinned County Monaghan, Ireland! The connections North Monaghan has with Canada and in particular the The Miramichi have been well documented. The fact that so many have been able to trace their roots to specific places in North Monaghan has been a great experience for those…
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Standard and Poor’s, a global credit rating agency, announced last week that New Brunswick has maintained an A+ credit rating on modest improvement in budgetary performance and exceptional liquidity.
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The 2016 Rogersville Prom was held last night, Sunday June 26th. Family and friends gathered at the Collette Community centre as Grads arrived in everything from a boat and transport truck, to both clean and muddy vehicles. Click to enlarge any of the images below. To view more photos from the 2016 Rogersville Prom, visit the…
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