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Call for Submissions: The Sweetest Little Thing
The Sweetest Little Thing artwork by Moorea Hum. Photography by Kate Brayley and Morrea Hum.This February 14th, 2016 will be the 17th annual Sweetest Little Thing: the most important annual fundraising event for The Owen’s Art Gallery and Struts Gallery & Faucet Media Arts Centre in Sackville, NB. Presented in...
Free Community Food Mentors Training & Certification Program
A Community Food Mentors Training and Certification workshop will be offered on February 9th, 16th, 23rd, March 1st and 16th in the basement of The Point Church, 582 King George Highway in Newcastle. Join our five day workshop as we share knowledge, cook together and explore: Food Security Healthy Eating Community Food Action Food Safety Training...
A Taste of Chocolate
Hospice Miramichi will host “A Taste of Chocolate” on Saturday February 13th, 2016 at Tyra’s Infinity Centre (formerly the Douglastown Community Centre). The chocolate themed Dessert Theatre will feature an original one-act play entitled “Semi-Sweetheart” which is written and directed by Sam Crowell. The event will include an Arm's length Auction with incredible selection...
St. Raphael’s Hosting Valentine Supper
St. Raphael's CWL will be hosting a Valentine Supper at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall in Blackville on Sunday, February 14 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. The menu includes ham, scalloped potatoes, peas and dessert. Entertainment will be provided by Amy Jardine and friends. Tickets are $10 each and can...
Preventing Tooth Erosion: Advice from the Pros
from Quali-Dent Dental Clinic Tooth erosion, or tooth wear, is the loss of the surrounding tooth structure. This loss occurs when the hard part of your teeth—which is called the enamel—is worn away by acid. Over time, this erosion can leave your teeth sensitive, cracked, and discoloured. What causes tooth...
Chase The King Week 5 Winner
Congratulations to Frank Roche – Ticket number #800. Frank won $57.20 for last week's Chase the King draw in support of the Rock 'n Roll Festival. He cut the 8 of hearts so the King of spades remains in the deck. The jackpot of minimum guaranteed prize of $2000 moves forward with 47 cards remaining in...
Book Review: “The Lost Wilderness” by Nicholas Guitard
by James M. Fisher, The Miramichi Reader This book by New Brunswick author and photographer Nicholas Guitard is subtitled “Rediscovering W.F. Ganong’s New Brunswick” and it is an attractive book. From the moment I took it out of the shipping wrapper and saw the cover picture of Ganong standing on...
Annual Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation Gala
The Annual Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation Gala was held last night, Saturday January 16th, at the Rodd Miramichi. The theme of this year's sold out event was “Come to the Cabaret” and featured lots of feathers, masks, cabaret live statues and dancing provided by the James M Hill High School Drama Club. The glitzy and...
Dates for 2016 Rotary Spring Fest Set
The 2016 Rotary Spring Fest, hosted by the Rotary Club of Newcastle, will take place the weekend of May 27- 29. Plans are well underway and we look forward to the Ribbers, Rotary Atlantic Washer Toss Championship, Human Foosball Tournament, fabulous Local Entertainment, Children and Family Activities, Fire Fighters Games and...
Air Quality Data Portal launched
The provincial government has launched a new Air Quality Data Portal, providing the public with immediate access to air quality monitoring data. “Our government is committed to providing transparency and improving access to government services,” said Environment and Local Government Minster Brian Kenny. “We provide air quality monitoring services, and...
The Mr. Tomato Story: an evening with Pat Finnigan
Whether you've been in business for 50 years or you’re brand new there is always a new tip, trick, or strategy that you can acquire that will help grow your business to new heights. The power of learning from other entrepreneurs can be extremely helpful, if you’re willing to be...
Exciting Job Opportunity with the Miramichi Salmon Association
The Miramichi Salmon Association (MSA) is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated professional to join its development and communications team. Reporting to the Vice-President, you will lead and administer all aspects of the MSA’s Event Fundraising program, working closely with local volunteers to maximize event participation and revenue income, while ensuring...
From East to West and West to East
Local resident, Vanessa McEvoy, has returned to the East Coast to pursue her entrepreneurial aspirations. In the wake of a massive exodus of young people leaving the Maritime Provinces, Vanessa is proving that there is a place in New Brunswick for young people to create opportunities for themselves that are...