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Meet Bruce Harrison, Artisan – Knot ‘n Butt Wood
by Stacy Underhill Bruce Harrison in his workshop making a heart shaped box. If you’ve been to a market or craft sale in the past year, chances are you’ve come across Bruce Harrison of Knot ‘n Butt Wood. His tall stature and twinkling smile are surpassed only by his booming...
Allan J. Ritchie and the Ritchie Wharf
by the Miramichi Historical Society, Ritchie Mill, photographer Ole Larsen.Photo courtesy of Provincial Archives of New Brunswick. P6-281 Have you ever looked up at the sailing masts on the Ritchie Wharf recreation area and wondered why these are a prominent feature of the site? Easy enough to connect water and...
Tai Chi and Qi Gong – Staying Fit While Standing in Place
By Mary E. King Tai Chi is a slow moving, breath-focused exercise or series of exercises exhibiting a number of postures and movements all oriented to enhancing relaxation, balance and physical function. As an internal and mindfulness practice, Tai Chi and Qi Gong also help the practitioner with focus, stress,...
Oh, The Things You Can Do With Glue
By Northumberland Coop Everyone on Pinterest is going crazy for projects involving white glue and hot glue, but what happened to good ol’ reliable wood glue? This is one of the handiest items to have in your work area. If you’re new to woodworking, you might be unsure of the...
Winner of Quilt Raffle
The Friends of Seamen's Hospital Craft Group are very pleased to announce the winner of the Quilt Raffle. The lucky ticket was drawn by members Christel Pond, Paula Johnston and Frances Novinscak. The winner was Mrs. Stella Lefurgey of Miramichi. Stella's daughter Amy Lefurgey was able to accept the quilt...
How to Adapt to a New Way of Working
By Adaptive Office Solutions The recent outbreak has challenged us all and is changing our business landscape. For most businesses to continue to function they have had to find new ways for their employees to be productive. Now, team members are working from home, which means their remote office includes...
Helping People Look and Feel Amazing by Living Longer
Since opening in June 2017, Simply For Life Miramichi has had two major renovations and expansions. Samantha Siddall, Franchisee, and her family moved back to Miramichi three years ago after being with the franchise in Alberta for four years. At that time, Simply For Life Miramichi was only a satellite...
Hospice Miramichi Online Info Session April 16
Hospice Miramichi Online Info Sessions April 16 In recognition of National Advance Care Planning Day, Hospice Miramichi will be hosting a public information session on Facebook live on April 16 at 7pm. Tune-in and discover important information concerning the “gift” you can give your family in the event you are unable to make...
The Miramichi SPCA Needs Your Help!
The Miramichi SPCA is a non-profit organisation who takes care of cats, dogs, rabbits and other animals who do not have a forever home. We have recently completed a large renovation to our facilities that has freshened up the shelter and allows for us to house many more cats and...
Great Benjamin’s Circus Comes Back To Miramichi
Attention Miramichi, NB! The Great Benjamin's Circus is coming to you for 1 big day on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 at the Miramichi Civic Centre, 487 King George Highway for two shows - 4:30 pm and 7:00 pm! Don’t miss out on your ONLINE EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT TICKETS! Online SPECIAL! 1...
Make Your Sinks And Faucets Sparkle
By Northumberland Coop Kitchen and bathroom sinks get used and abused on a daily basis and they can look pretty neglected between cleanings. Even if you’re quick to wipe away soapy scum and toothpaste splatters, you probably have water spots dulling the finish. Here at Northumberland TIMBER MART, we want...
Miramichi Relay for Life for the Canadian Cancer Society Committee Update
Due to government health and social distancing policies , the Miramichi Relay for Life committee has decided to cancel this event for 2020. The committee strongly feels that this is in the best interests of our Survivors, participants, volunteers, and the Miramichi community. The committee looks forward to planning for...
March Miramichi Salmon News
George Watson and his ghillie fishing the River Naver. A lovely male springer from the Naver on 3/14/2020. Fishing Friends – How quickly things can change. Three weeks ago I was packed and ready for my annual salmon fishing trip to the River Naver in the northern Highlands of Scotland....