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There will be a wine and cheese opening reception for Mathieu Francoeur’s exhibit Re-Mission in the Gallerie ARTcadienne at Carrefour Beausoleil on Saturday, October 24th at 7 pm. About Re-Mission Last year, Mathieu Francoeur’s first exhibition was strongly inspired by his fight against testicular cancer. Today, Mathieu is back with a new series of bright works…
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The provincial government is supporting the expansion of Sistema New Brunswick’s free after-school music program to Miramichi. “Sistema is a proven program designed to inspire children and youth to achieve their full potential and to acquire the values they need to grow and to have a positive impact on society,” said Tourism, Heritage and Culture…
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Congratulations to Patrick Flynn. Patrick won $33.20 for this week’s draw. He cut the 9 of hearts so the King of Spades jackpot of $49.80 will be added to next week’s draw! Get your toonies in by 4 pm on Tuesday.
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The most recent winner in the Miramichi Legion’s Chase the Ace fundraiser is Jantzen Lynch. He won $281.25! Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10 in Newcastle has been running a Chase the Ace fundraiser since the fall of 2013. Anyone can play, as long as you are 19 years of age or older, of course. Funds…
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Everyone is invited to come out and join the fun of the Fall Fling happening this Saturday, October 24th, at the Doaktown Curling Club from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is by donation in support of Doaktown Self Help. There will be a market with over 40 vendors, entertainment for children, free popcorn and lemonade, 50/50 draw, basket…
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The Miramichi Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn event tomorrow, Wednesday October 21st, from noon to 1 pm at the Rodd Miramichi River Hotel on Water Street in the Historic Chatham Downtown Business District. The guest speaker will be Jim Kokocki, Toastmasters International President, who will give a presentation about “Why Ideas…
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In spite of the colder temperatures a 4×4 Truck Pull happened yesterday, Sunday October 18th, at the Napan Hall. All proceeds from the event went toward the Roof that Jack Started, a project to build a new arena for the Napan Agricultural Show and other community events. Winners List A Class – 1st Katie Corcoran, 2nd…
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A wish is a powerful thing for a child who is seriously ill. A wish can help bring some excitement back in that child’s life and help in healing. Wishes are the reason caring people gathered over the weekend on Saturday October 17th to participate in the Children’s Wishmaker Walk. The Wishmaker Walk is The Children’s Wish Foundation‘s…
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This past April, as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations for William Davidson, hundreds gathered to witness the drama of his courage in the face of many trials and his success in establishing the first English-speaking settlement in the region. Such was the popularity of that theatrical performance that the Miramichi Highland Society and the…
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Today is closing day for the majority of the Miramichi River system. The only exceptions are the Bartibog, Tabusintac and Burnt Church Rivers which close October 29. So there is still some time left for the ardent angler to do some fishing, and perhaps some “cast n’ blast”. Many anglers will also be fishing for…
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It’s Fall in New Brunswick, one of the most colourful times of the year with all the reds, yellows, and oranges. Everyone should go for a drive or take a walk in the woods and spend some time enjoying Mother Nature’s beautiful display. Photographer Grace Trowbridge snapped these photos on the weekend while out on…
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While travelling around the Miramichi area on the weekend, photographer Grace Trowbridge noticed many signs of Fall in the decorated homes from all around the river. Click to enlarge any of the photos below. To view even more shots visit the Mighty Miramichi Photo Gallery. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s new, what’s happening”. We are…
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