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A Mysterious Twist on Fine Dining – Murder on the Menu!
Want to take part in an unforgettable evening of laughter and intrigue while dining in style? Beginning in November and continuing through the winter months, King George Bed & Breakfast will be hosting "Murder Mystery Dinners" for groups of 8-16. The premise is that one of the guests is guilty of...
Upcoming Christmas Craft and Bake Sales
We've turned the Mighty Miramichi yardsale report into a Craft/Bake/Yard Sale report for the holiday season. Stop by any of the local craft sales or farmers markets to find the perfect gift for everyone on your Christmas list! View a selection of sales below, and click here for full listings....
Unwrap the Magic in our DowntownS
This holiday season the DowntownS Miramichi, Newcastle Business District and Historical Chatham Business District are launching the holiday promotion called Unwrap the Magic in our Downtowns. Mavis Williamson, General Manager is encouraging members of the community and surrounding area to enjoy great magical moments in the two downtowns of Miramichi....
Just in Time for the Holidays…
The MSA has a number of items we think would make great gifts for the angler or conservationist. These items can be ordered online or call us at 506.622.4000 and we will send it out. The Miramichi Salmon Association 60th Anniversary Calendar is now available. This beautifully illustrated 2013 calendar...
BHS Raises $1300 for Cancer Research
BHS students and staff have raised $1300 for cancer research. As part of their fundraising efforts, a school-wide penny drive was held and $800.00 was raised. The remaining $500 was raised during a Walk for Cancer that was held in October. On November 19, the school body held an assembly...
Rovin’ Joe Smith, the Poet Outlaw of Dungarvon River
The Heritage Players rehearse. On Thursday, November 22nd 2012, the Heritage Players will present their newest production “An Evening at Paul Kingston’s with Rovin’ Joe Smith the Poet Outlaw of Dungarvon River on the 100th Anniversary of His Death by Drowning at Holmes’ Lake” ! This performance will take place...
Women’s Institute Hosts Christmas Craft Sale
The Blackville Women’s Institute hosted their Annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale today, Saturday, November 10, 2012 at the United Church Centre. Over a dozen vendors were on hand selling handmade knitted goods, homemade candles, children’s books and gifts, Christmas wreaths and crafts, and baked goods. The event was well...
MLA Pays Homage to Local Heroes with Trip to Normandy
In 2011, Southwest Miramichi MLA Jake Stewart ventured to France on D-Day to participate in the 67th anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy and to honour the brave local heroes who fought for our freedom. In the video below, Jake recalls his reasoning for visiting and his sense of pride...
Days Inn Celebrates Grand Opening
Days Inn grand opening this week brought a large turnout from the community in support for the event. The Chamber of Commerce presented a plaque to Directors Peder Berggren and Brent McCarthy thanking them for choosing to invest and do business in Miramichi. Elaine Godin -...
Miramichi Curling Club Ranked Tops in Canada
It is one of the best kept secrets on Miramichi, but in the curling network, Miramichi Curling Club is noted for having the best Ice Surface in Atlantic Canada and ranks in the top 10 in Canada. Men’s Curling Champion Russ Howard, reserved ice time to practice at the Miramichi...
Remembrance Day in Miramichi
On November 11, remember those men and women who served and sacrificed to protect the freedom that we graciously enjoy today. Miramichi and surrounding communities will host several Remembrance Day ceremonies to honour those who have supported Canada's war efforts. The following is a list of services in the area:...
New Brunswick Playwrights Call for Submissions
Emerging and established New Brunswick playwrights are invited to submit their short opening act plays for New Voices for consideration for further development by Theatre New Brunswick (TNB), NotaBle Acts Theatre Festival (NB Acts) and Playwrights Atlantic Resource Centre (PARC). Deadline for submissions is DECEMBER 31, 2012. “Part of TNB’s...
Doug’s Christmas Shopping List
With the fishing season over and equipment taken care of, I'll wrap up another year with my annual Christmas shopping suggestions for the angler. I've checked with my friends in the tackle shops and have an estimated price range for many items mentioned. This column is the "clip and paste"...