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Call for Artist Submissions, $30,000 in Awards for Salt Spring National Art Prize
The Salt Spring National Art Prize (SSNAP) 2017 is calling for Artist Submissions in their competition which offers $30,000 in Awards. SSNAP is pleased to launch its second biennial juried competition of Canadian 2D and 3D visual art, encouraging artists whose practice demonstrates originality, quality, integrity and creativity, resulting in...
1st Humanity Fellowship Meeting at Miramichi Folklore Park
1st Humanity Fellowship will be meeting on Mondays from 8 to 9 pm at the Miramichi Folklore Park, 46 Memory Lane, in Renous. 1st Humanity Fellowship is a non-profit organization promoting personal development and a "Back Yard Economy" to live a joyous and happy life. If you are 18 or 80...
Dental Care for Seniors
by Quali-dent - Your Miramichi Dental Clinic As you get older, you may have dentures or dental implants. These dentures and implants need to be checked by your dentist. If you take medicine that makes your mouth dry, or makes your gums grow, you need to have a dentist take...
2017 Rotary RibFest Planning Under Way
The 2017 Rotary RibFest, hosted by the Rotary Club of Newcastle, will take place the weekend of May 26- 28. Plans are underway and we look forward to the Ribbers, Human Foosball Tournament, Local Entertainment, Children and Family Activities, and new to RibFest this year, local vendors displaying their businesses and talents....
Miramichi Honda Tim Hortons Rivermen to Host Atlantic Championships
The Miramichi Honda Tim Hortons Rivermen Major Midget hockey team is excited to be hosting the 2017 Atlantic Championships from March 30th to April 2nd at the Miramichi Civic Centre in Newcastle. The event will include 11 games featuring teams from all over Atlantic Canada. Tickets and passes are currently on...
Anderson Bridge to be replaced
The provincial and federal governments will invest $94 million to build a new permanent bridge to replace Anderson Bridge in Miramichi. “Anderson Bridge is a crucial link for the people and businesses in the Miramichi region and northern New Brunswick,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Bill Fraser, who is also...
Deadline for Application for regular Crown reserve angling coming up
Anglers will be able to apply until March 3rd to fish regular Crown reserve waters this summer. Draw results will be available March 27th. “Angling is a tradition for many New Brunswick families,” said Energy and Resource Development Minister Rick Doucet. “I encourage anglers to take advantage of the Crown...
Pancake Day Happenings in the Mighty Miramichi Region
By Anthony W.J. McLean, Contributing Reporter Treat yourself to a great supper without the fuss and bother of washing dishes, and celebrate Pancake Day! There are many organizations in the region hosting Pancake Suppers in the Mighty Miramichi Region today! Saint John the Evangelist Anglican Church at 7070 Route 117...
Book Review: “Just Jen: Thriving Through Multiple Sclerosis” by Jen Powley
by James M. Fisher, The Miramichi Reader Canada has the highest rate of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the world, with an estimated 100,000 Canadians living with the disease. While it is most often diagnosed in young adults aged 15 to 40, younger children and older adults are also diagnosed with...
Camaro Sue Explores Miramichi
by Jean Joudry "A Boy Named Sue" (named after the Johnny Cash song) aka "Camaro Sue" was born in Ontario on November 4th, 2006. We brought him home on December 23rd. My work had a Christmas party, and if you sang karaoke, you could choose a gift from the table....
Home Sweet Home… Big City Designer meets Little Town Design
Award winning designer, Jamie Alexander is now working with Décor Haute Look in Néguac. by Jamie Alexander Seemingly, we assume the big city has it all to offer when it comes to interior design, furniture and goods for our homes. We look to design magazines, Pinterest...
Order Citrus for Fundraiser by Friday March 10th
Citrus anyone? California Navel Oranges and Texas Grapefruit can be ordered from Diane Buddie at 773-9152, Charlotte Casey at 622-2650, Helen Jones at 773-5715, Bernie Keating at 773-6529, Mary King at 624-3563, Debbie Leach at 773-7204 or Wayne Mullin at 778-8292. Place your phone order by Friday March 10th, 2017. Prices...
Two Miramichiers to be Inducted into NB Sports Hall of Fame
Paula Keating The six new members elected into the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame were announced today at a press conference held in Quispamsis and two Miramichiers made the list. "We are incredibly proud to announce the Class of 2017, who showcase the talent our...