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September 19, I’m buying an NB book!
Bookstores, publishers, and literary organizations across New Brunswick are teaming up to launch the first ever I’m buying an NB book! day. The aim of this rallying event, which fosters curiosity and pride, is to highlight New Brunswick authors and increase sales of their books in local bookstores.New Brunswick literature...
Miramichi Counselling Centre – Helping Improve Quality of Life
Today, perhaps more than at any other time in history, society is aware of the connections between physical and mental health. We recognize the ways in which they impact each other and understand that caring for our mental health is essential to our overall well being. For many of us,...
Parish Bids Farewell
On July 24, parishioners of Good Shepherd Parish gathered at Saint Bridget's Church to say good-bye to Father Godwin Kalu, SMMM (left). Father DanielBastarache (right) who administered tot he parish with Father Kalu will become pastor.(Shawn McCarthy photo) RENOUS — On July 24, community members from Good Shepherd Parish gathered...
A Message to Fellow 2020 Graduates
Victoria receiving her diploma. By Victoria McDonald Graduation is a time that everyone remembers. No matter if it is two years ago, or twenty. The feeling of turning that tassel from left to right is a moment that sticks with you until the very end. It is a feeling of...
New Pastor and Associate Pastor installed
Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC (right) of the Diocese of Saint Johnrecently travelled to Saint Maurguerite Bourgeoys Parish to install Father Godwin Kalu,SMMM (left) as pastor and Father Aloo Peter Chimaobi, SMMM (centre) as associatepastor. (Georgia Halavrezos photo) MIRAMICHI — On the weekend of August 1-2, Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC of...
September is World Alzheimer’s Month – Show Your Support!
Join the Forget-Me-Not Rock Challenge! September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and the Alzheimer Society is raising awareness with its new rock-hiding campaign, the Forget-Me-Not-Rock Challenge. Until the end of September, you can join the fun by finding our rocks or by painting and hiding your own. Here’s the best part:...
1st Annual Napan Fall Market
Come out to the Napan Fall Market, under the roof at the Napan Agricultural Show's Hall on the South Napan Road, from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday, September 13th. There will be 35 vendors, selling a variety of crafts and handmade items, preserves, garden produce, baking, and so...
Remembrance Day Ceremony 2020 Update from Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10
The Remembrance Day Ceremony will be different this year due to the pandemic. The Executive and Poppy Committees have met and are planning a virtual service on November 11th with minimal invited guests only in attendance. Details on the virtual service will be made public by the first of November....
Castle Bowling Centre Bowling League Meetings
It's that time of the year again for Bowling Leagues to start up for the 2020-2021 season at the Castle Bowling Centre at the Dairy Queen in Miramichi! Here are dates for meetings of some of their Bowling Leagues which will take place soon! Friday 50+ League - Friday, September...
QI GONG: Yoga Without the Mat
The Oriental Arts Tai Chi & Qi Gong Club of Miramichi by Jennifer Walker Most people are familiar with yoga and its health benefits, but many may not know about Qi Gong. Qi Gong is a series of exercises grouped together and referred to as "brocades". Because the exercises require...
Prize Bingo with Baked Goods and Food Benefit for Michelle Dunn
On Saturday, August 29th, 2020, beginning at 2 pm, come out to the Barryville Golden Age Club, 1850 Route 11 Highway in Barryville, New Brunswick, for a Benefit Bingo with Baked Goods and Food Benefit for Michelle Dunn. Michelle is the daughter of Debbie Waye MacDonald Hardy and the late...
Youth Inspired! Children’s Book Competition through CAFE – Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions
The Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions is running a fun creative writing opportunity for youth ages 7 to 30. Youth are encouraged to submit a story that features Canadian agriculture. Winners will receive a published copy of their book and a cash prize. Six books will be published! The...
Beaubears Island Looking For New Members
The Friends of Beaubears Island will be holding their Annual General Meeting on November 19. After having served their latest two-year term, several of our Board members have decided, at that time, to step down, with our gratitude for years of service. In consequence, the Board of Directors is currently...