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City Councillors have formally begun the process of filling a vacant seat on their council after Thursday’s meeting. Councillors officially declared the vacancy left by former deputy mayor Lisa Harris, who has moved on to a new role as the Liberal MLA for Miramichi-Bay Neguac. Harris was deputy mayor for more than two years before…
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The following message was issued by Social Development Minister Cathy Rogers in observance of National Foster Family Week, Oct. 19-25: This week provides us with an excellent opportunity to recognize and celebrate the essential role that foster families play in the development of children. I thank each individual and family who makes the commitment to…
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The Mount Saint Joseph Foundation will be hosting their Third Annual Black Tie Bingo, Dinner and Dance on Saturday November 1st, 2014 at the Rodd Miramichi River. The event promises to be an exciting, dynamic and fun filled evening. The evening will not only be packed with fun activities such as bingo, a silent and…
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The provincial government is observing Active Living Week for Seniors, Oct. 19-25, by promoting physical, volunteer, social and cultural activities in New Brunswick. “No matter what your age, you are never too old to start living a healthy and active lifestyle,” Healthy and Inclusive Communities Minister Cathy Rogers said. “It’s important that we take occasions…
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Miramichi students from the New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) participated in the province-wide launch of a new community leadership program earlier this week to help the community and build valuable leadership skills. NBCC says they hope The Robertson Institute for Community Leadership will help the college bring to life their vision of “transforming lives and…
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The building formerly used as O’Donaghues Irish Pub will be renovated and reopened as Willy McGee’s Pub and Eatery after being purchased earlier this week by Bill Moffatt. The historic building had been operating as a pub for seven and a half years before closing its doors on April 13. Willy McGee’s will remain an…
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Another angling season is in the books except for a handful of exceptions. The Bartibog, Tabusintac and Burnt Church Rivers remain open until October 29. For the most part, angling was poor with a few spurts of fish here and there until the Fall when decent numbers of fish came into the system giving anglers…
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October is designated Canadian Library Month and to celebrate libraries in both Chatham and Newcastle are hosting events for people of all ages. This year’s theme is “Libraries Inspire/Les bibliothéques, une source d’inspiration!” Parents are welcome to bring their children to local events not only during Canadian Library Month, but throughout the year. Library events…
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The MHL has selected its three stars for the week of October 6th – 12th, 2014. The third star for this week is Miramichi Timberwolves forward Tyler Brown. In his lone appearance of the week, the 19 year old from Middleton, Nova Scotia potted a natural hat trick in his team’s 7-0 victory at home…
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Wow, it’s hard to believe that a year has passed already! When Mac’s Seafood Market first opened its doors at 1730 Water Street nobody could have imagined what incredible energy they would bring to our community. This new shop in the Historic Chatham downtown not only had a very successful first year in business, but…
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Lion’s Head Press released a new edition of New Brunswick author Raymond Fraser’s novel, The Bannonbridge Musicians. Raymond Fraser’s relentlessly funny third novel tells the story of a group of young Maritimers forever dreaming of “goin’ down the road” and making it big in Toronto. Their drinking bouts, their womanizing and their adventuring in small-town […]
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As part of the second round of the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program, Tilly O’Neill-Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, announced that the Government of Canada will provide close to $126,000 toward four projects in the Miramichi region focused on conserving fish habitat. “Protecting our geographic heritage in communities across the country for all to…
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The advice given to any Endeavour is usually “to finish strong”. After a dismal season throughout most of the summer, the Fall season is shining brightly in comparison. Anglers are seeing reasonable amounts of fish and catching has certainly improved over the last couple of weeks, both with fresh and darker fish. So we’ll be…
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