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Sobeys Douglastown Nutrition Events for August
Here is the schedule of nutrition events happening at Sobeys Douglastown this August. The Healthy Cooking menu this month is: Roasted Tomato Gazpacho Summer Nicoise Salad with French Vinaigrette Balsamic Glazed Strawberries To register, visit our courtesy desk or call Dietitian Margaret Young at 1-866-546-9239 (voice mail) or (506)778-2404 (store). Controlling...
Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 26, 2012
Unfortunately, most of the news this week is not the kind anglers like to hear. Low water, warm water and closures are the main topics. Due to lack of rain and warm water temperatures, DFO has had to close a number of cold-water pools to help protect the salmon and...
Village of Blackville to Honour Volunteers
The mayor and council of the Village of Blackville are recognizing some of our community’s unsung heroes, through the awarding of our own “Blackville Community Merit Awards”. This is an honor award to members of our community that volunteer their time to various community events and operations. A full list...
Call for Summer Submissions
Steaks on the BBQ … splashing in the pool … bonfires on the beach … hiking, biking, boating, camping, concerts, festivals, patio parties with family and friends … ice cream cones … Is there anything better than a New Brunswick summer? We think not! Summer is in full swing in...
Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest – $1000 CASH PRIZE
Admiral Insurance, a proud supporter of the Atlantic Film Festival is pleased to announce Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest. Video Submission Deadline: Friday October 19th, 2012 The contest is open to aspiring filmmakers and videographers from Atlantic Canada and filmmakers of all levels are welcome to submit a short three to...
Salmon a scarce sight this summer
By SHAWN BERRY Daily Gleaner Legislature Bureau 23 Jul 2012 10:04AM The banner year that many fishermen enjoyed in New Brunswick’s salmon pools last year isn’t being repeated. Fishermen who have taken to the waters of the Miramichi River this summer are reporting lacklustre results. Fisheries and Oceans Canada has...
Salmon fishing pools closed until further notice
BY TESS ALLEN TIMES & TRANSCRIPT STAFF 23 Jul 2012 10:26AM Effective Monday, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has announced that a number of salmon fishing pools will be closed to fishing due to high water temperature and low water levels. Keith Wilson, owner of Wilson’s Sporting Camps, a Miramichi...
DFO closes 12 pools due to high water temperature and low water levels
SALMON FISHERY ON THE MIRAMICHI Moncton – July 20, 2012 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) today announces that the following salmon fishing pools will be closed to fishing, for cause of high water temperature and low water levels, starting Monday, July 23, 2012: Confluence of Salmon Brook and Cains...
Local Church Celebrates 175 Years
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Howard celebrated its 175th anniversary at a special outdoor mass on Sunday, July 22. The Annual Shrine Mass (Healing Mass) was celebrated by Bishop Robert Harris and well attended by other clergy, parishioners and visitors. On July 19, 1987 Most Reverand J. Edward...
Canada’s Irish Festival Under Way in Miramichi
The Makem and Spain Brothers from Ireland are among the many world class performers taking the stage this weekend at Canada’s Irish Festival in Miramichi. The 29th Annual Irish Festival got under way in Miramichi last night with a live outdoor concert at Waterford Green in Chatham and continues throughout...
Fredericton Dinner to Honour Betty Fitzpatrick
This year the MSA 17th Annual Fredericton Conservation Dinner is again honouring an individual who has served the cause of conservation with great distinction. We hold our friend Betty Fitzpatrick in fond affection and with great respect as we honour a true “Face of the Miramichi”! Long a member of...
Mac Rally of Hope Rolls into Miramichi on Tuesday
Last Sunday, July 15th, the 2012 MAC Rally of Hope departed from Vancouver, British Columbia to make its way across Canada, arriving in St. John’s Newfoundland next Friday, July 27th. And this Tuesday, July 24th, the Rally rolls into Miramichi. This special motorcycle event has been created to raise awareness...
Miramichi Hosting Peewee A & Mosquito A Tournament Next Weekend
Next weekend, July 27th - 29th, Miramichi will host a Peewee A and Mosquito A Tournament. The tournament will consist of eight teams in either division (16 total), ranging from Bathurst/Beresford in the north to Dieppe/Riverview in the south and Sussex to the west, local teams, and one representative from...