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The Christmas Storm

The Christmas Storm by Joe Powers I’m a creature of habit, and that night was no different than any other, at least the first part. Following my regular routine of dinner for one I retired to my den and sat, quite contentedly, in my worn fabric, exceedingly comfortable, overstuffed armchair. In the stone...
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Success Story of Chatham Legion Branch #3

This letter is to inform the general public of the magnificent work done by Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 3 volunteers and to report the status of our major project to raise funds for a new building, Building Rush 50/50. To date we have raised over $265,000! Thank you to...
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I’m Onto Your Tricks, Mr. Grinch!

by Judy Bowman For many, many years the Grinch stole my Christmas right out from under my nose. It was insidious, so quiet and sneaky, that only recently with episodes of flashes of silver joy and moments of deep blue peace, did I realize it had been missing. Had I...
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The Biggest Quitter Challenge: Jan. 1-17

Quit Smoking January 1-17, and Join Us for the Biggest Quitter Challenge The aim of the challenge is to help individuals stop smoking on or before, Weedless Wednesday, January 17, 2018. • Between January 1st - 17th call 627-7565 to sign-up. • Then join us on Weedless Wednesday (Jan.17) at...
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Volunteer for Meals on Wheels

WANT TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY? BE A VOLUNTEER FOR MEALS ON WHEELS You will be helping people unable to prepare their food get access to a hot nutritious meal. Plus, you will be putting a smile on their faces! • Delivering meals at client’s home • Deliveries in...
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The MSA 2018 Calendars are finally here!

With an unexpected printing delay now behind us, your 2018 MSA calendar is finally in the mail and expected to arrive in time for the holidays. Featuring 12 great images from this past year’s Photo Contest, each monthly photo will serve to remind us why we all treasure and work so hard to protect and conserve...
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Rotary Christmas Party 2017

The Rotary Club of Newcastle held their annual Christmas Party on Tuesday night at the home of fellow Rotarian Geri Mahoney. The main topic of discussion during the festivities was the planning of the 2018 Miramichi Rotary Rib Fest which will be held from May 24 – 27, 2018. As...
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Operation Kind Kids – Spreading Random Acts of Kindness

Carter Richard with his food donation. Kindertots Children’s Centre is teaching children that being kind to others can make the world a better place.  They’ve started a program called Operation Kind Kids that lives by the motto "If we all do one random act of kindness...
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MacRae’s Insurance – Thriving after 36 yrs in Business

by Les McLaughlin In July, 1981 MacRae Insurance Services was born when the husband and wife team of Brian and Faye MacRae purchased the former H.L. Dunphy Insurance Brokerage from Harold Dunphy. The young couple started the new business in their private home in Blackville with just one insurance company...
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Public Notice – Winter Parking Advisory

The City of Miramichi has issued the following Winter Parking Advisory:
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Ella Curtis: Still Dreaming Forward by Judy Bowman

If there is any one person who shatters the stereotype of the elderly, it is Ella Curtis, born Ella Rosalie Mountain, of Gray Rapids, New Brunswick. At 94, a veteran of World War 2, she says, “I am not just going to sit around waiting to die. I’ll be doing...
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Mark Hambrook Speaks about CAST Program.

This weeks guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Newcastle was the President of the Miramichi Salmon Association Mr. Mark Hambrook. Mark explained to our group how the association is working toward the preservation and enhancement of the wild Atlantic salmon through the Collaboration for Atlantic Salmon Tomorrow (CAST) program. Thanking...
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Balcony Roof Window Now Available

Wow check out this new Balcony roof Window from Velux. Balcony in seconds Terrace – a door to the outside Top half opens like a traditional roof window Add extra daylight, fresh air and direct access to the outdoors with these innovative windows. Choose CABRIO if you’d like to add...
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