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This Old Thing with Bernie Colepaugh
In our October print edition Bernie Colepaugh of the Miramichi Folklore Park in Renous shared a photo of an old item. This time was different from all the other items Bernie has submitted because even he didn't know what it was and he was looking for ideas from our readers....
New Location for Hospice Miramichi Chase the Ace Fundraiser
Hospice Miramichi has changed the venue for their Chase the Ace fundraiser. As of last Sunday January 3rd, Chase the Ace moved to centre court Northumberland Square Mall at 2441 King George Hwy in Douglastown. The fundraising event will occur every Sunday from now on. Tickets go on sale from 1-2:45 pm, with the draw...
Book Review: “Finding Woods” by Matt Mott
by James M. Fisher, The Miramichi Reader It has been quite some time since I have read any "modern" horror novels. Back in my younger years I was quite a fan of Stephen King, but as I got older my reading tastes changed to literature and history with the occasional novel or...
Setting Goals for 2016
“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan. And guess what they have planed for you? Not much.” ― Jim Rohn This New Year don't make flimsy resolutions that you will soon forget. Instead, take the time to make some solid goals...
Miramichi Author Publishes Second Novel
Deborah Leitch’s second novel, Blind Sense, has just been published. Born in Miramichi, Deborah is a proud Canadian author. Influenced by authors such as Dean Koontz, Stephen King, Robin Cook and Dan Brown, her stories weave intrigue, mystery, suspense and an appreciation for any possibility through twisting and turning plots....
Here We Grow Again!
Country Charm Bakery at 1680 Water Street is under new ownership. The shop has been updated with a fresh new look adding a personal touch that reflects new owners Keith and Melanie Gibbs style. The Bakery is offering all the old favourites plus a few new family recipes. For homemade...
Merry Christmas from Doaktown!
Benjamin Robichaud and his niece Alivia Price enjoying the Christmas tree. Doaktown, NB Posted by: Cassie
My Mr. Claus
by Kim Drisdelle A few years back, I was inspired to write a Christmas story, one in which my family continues to share during the Christmas season. One night while searching through boxes hoping to find some of my favourite Christmas ornaments, I slipped back into time. Not surprisingly, as...
Christmas Church Services Schedule for Blackville Area
Saint Andrews United Church will have their Christmas Eve Service on Thursday, December 24 at 5:30 pm and it will be the last service for present minister, Rev. Paul McGrattan. The Anglican Parish of Derby and Blackville service will be held at Holy Trinity in Blackville at 6:00 pm. A...
An Outing on VIA Rail
by An Anonymous Retired Registered Nurse How the years roll by and time changes all things! We are left with wonderful memories of the not-to-be-forgotten events that we enjoyed with our friends. We belonged to a group of eight retired Registered Nurses who trained at the former Miramichi Hospital in...
New Minister For Saint Andrews United Church
Saint Andrew’s United Church in Blackville invites you for worship on Sunday, January 3rd at 11 am at the Church Hall, for the inaugural service led by their new minister, Kathryn McIntosh. The service is open to everyone in the community: and it will be an informal Epiphany/ New Beginnings celebration,...
November/ December Update from City Councillor Walsh
By Tony "Bucket" Walsh My how a year goes by! Several of my fellow Councillors and myself travelled to our capital city of New Brunswick, Fredericton, for two days of strategic planning sessions. This proved to be my most educational experience thus far. Topics that were discussed ranged from cities...
Biggest Quitter Challenge
On January 20th, 2016, Miramichi will roll out its Biggest Quitter Challenge. The aim of the challenge is to help individuals stop smoking on or before, Weedless Wednesday. You can commit to: 1. Quit smoking (Between January 1st – 20th, 2016) 2. Reduce tobacco use 3. Continue to live smoke...