by Brad Burns Many of us who fish the Miramichi are fascinated by its history of attracting some remarkable people to its waters. At the top of that list stands Ted Williams who was not only a very high-profile personality, but someone who became much more involved with the river than simply spending a long…

On Wednesday, August 26th, 2020, from 4 pm to 5 pm, come treat yourself, a friend or family member out for a delicious take out supper of Ham and Potato Scallop, with Peas, Carrots, Roll and Caramel Apple Cake for dessert, or have it delivered to your place of own choice from the Saint Andrew’s…

At the point where two rivers converge lies Wilson’s Point Historic Site, one of Miramichi’s best kept secrets. This spot has been summer hunting and fishing grounds for the M’ikmaq, a refuge for expelled Acadians, the site of a bustling Scottish settlement and the midway point of a horse powered ferry system from Nelson to…

Come out & join us for the 2nd Annual Family Fun Day at Gordon’s Wharf & the beach on Saturday August 8, 2020 filled with games, swimming, food, refreshments, and entertainment! From 2pm – 6pm the Gordon’s Wharf committee is hosting a fundraiser to raise money for the Wharf Maintenance for the summer. The Public…

Are you a lover of salmon or pork? On Sunday, August 9th, 2020 why not treat yourself, a friend or family member to a take out Pork or Salmon supper co-sponsored by Camp Sheldrake and the Saint’s Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Bartibogue Bridge. Tickets are being pre-sold in advance and can be your choice of: Pork or Salmon, served…

New Maritime presents Long Weekend Summerfest!! Looking for plans for the upcoming long weekend?! New Maritime has you covered with a full weekend celebrating all things summer: live entertainment every day, the Green’s Catering food truck on-site all weekend, our relaxing patio, and of course an awesome selection of local beer and beer cocktails! Friday…

The 2020/21 Mighty Miramichi River Guide is here! We’ve mailed 15,000 throughout the Miramichi Region and to select communities in the province. Locally you can pick up a copy at restaurants, hotel lobbies, gas stations, attractions and information centres. The River Guide was started in 2005 by MCG Media (Mighty Miramichi, Giv’er Miramichi magazine). Over…

By Charlotte Loggie, Miramichi Historical Society In 1879, a Victorian home exuding grace and elegance was under construction in the town of Chatham, New Brunswick. The builder was George Cassady, and the man who was to own this lovely house and raise his family here was William Stewart Loggie, or W.S. Loggie (1850-1944) as he…

The Rotary Club of Newcastle would like to thank everyone for participating in our 2019-2020 Scott Knowles Memorial Hockey Pool Fund Raiser Below are the winners for this year: The following were the monthly winners ($100) Grant Russell Carl Waters Allen Morrison Eddie Marsh Mikey Cornelius Reese Godfrey. 2019-2020 Hockey Pool Winners Are: #1 D…

By: Charlotte Loggie, Miramichi Historical Society In 1877, work began on a three storey home set on a hill overlooking the young town of Newcastle. The house was built in Second Empire style, which was popular from 1865-1900 in North America. The style consisted of elaborate ornamentations, and a mansard roof. This kind of roof…

The Historic Chatham Business District is pleased to inform the community we are presenting a two-evening ‘Miramichi Drive-In’ over the New Brunswick long weekend! The drive-in is being held on the front grounds of the Miramichi Agricultural Exhibition on Church Street on Saturday, August 1st and again on Sunday, August 2nd with a 9:35pm dusk…