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Free For All Community Meal in Blackville

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 15, 2014 /
Volunteers serving meals for those affected by Tropical Storm Arthur

On Tuesday, July 8, Jerry Stafford along with volunteers from local communities, hosted a free-for-all roast beef supper for residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur. An estimated five-hundred people attended the meal that was held at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Stafford, from Main Street Valu Foods, also donated all […]

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 10, 2014

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 10, 2014 /
Caught by Alain Grenier at Big Holes Brook last Friday with Jacques Pinet

We have all heard the phrase “Come Hell or high water”, well that about sums it up for this week.  Last week it was hot as Hell, and this week we have the high water.  But fortunately the water temperature has cooled from last week, and the water should be a good height for weekend…

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Celebrate Canada 2014 Car Show Postponed due to weather

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 4, 2014 /
On Saturday July 5th, the Newcastle Business District will be hosting a Show and Shine around the Queen Elizabeth Square. The square will be closed to regular traffic. A wonderful opportunity for vintage car owners to share their pride with car buffs of all ages. Events take place from 9 am – 3 pm with vendors, sidewalk sales, live entertainment and children activities.

The DowntownS Miramichi Newcastle Business District would like to inform the public that Celebrate Canada 2014 Car Show and Shine event scheduled in Queen Elizabeth Park on Saturday July 5th is postponed due the inclement weather being forecasted as part of Hurricane Arthur. Mavis Williamson, General Manager for the DowntownS Miramichi, stated the board of […]

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 3, 2014

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 3, 2014 /
Ledges guide Lloyd Lyons with a nice June salmon hooked and landed by Richard Tingley.

The news is quite mixed again this week.  There was a very slight increase in fish numbers, but nothing even close to a run yet.  Then the temperatures began to rise, warming the water and basically putting an end to fishing. The water became so warm the warm-water protocols were very close to coming into…

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Caden Whyte Sells Crafts for Charity

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 26, 2014 /
Caden at one of his craft tables during his annual fundraising craft sale.

Caden Whyte has raised over $1500 for charity in the last four years. He is eight years old. Every year Caden hosts a craft sale at the St. James St. John Church Centre to raise money for his church’s missions. He hand crafts all the items himself which include earrings, necklaces, rings, fridge magnets, book…

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Central NB Woodsmen’s Museum Offers a Journey Back in Time

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 26, 2014 /

The Central NB Woodsmen’s Museum in Boiestown offers a unique journey back to a time when the community was a bustling lumbering town. Fifteen acres of forest land immersed in lumbering legends, ghostly hauntings, folklore, and songs; help you savor the stories of the “Canadian” lumberjack. Their colorful and vibrant lives have been shaped by…

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Harkins Class of ’64 to Host Reunion Band Concert

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 26, 2014 /

The Harkins Class of 1964 invites everyone on the Miramichi to enjoy the 50/60’s Rock ‘n Roll music they will be hosting at the Civic Centre on July 4th.  Members of the original Reunion Band will be back to rock the Centre bringing with them musical guests.  Tickets for this event are available at several…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, June 26, 2014

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 26, 2014 /

Good news and bad news might be the theme for this week.  The good news is that this past week has shown another improvement on the numbers of fish entering the system.  The best report was from the gaspereaux nets near the Golf Course last Friday with a total of 70 salmon and grilse (see…

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Here We Grow Again

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 19, 2014 /

Riverside Pub & Coasters Lounge is officially open for Business Riverside Pub and Coasters lounge is housed in the Riverside Entertainment Center. Coasters, is a friendly, fresh, gaming lounge that takes your entertainment experience up a notch. Open daily from 10 am to 2 am. A full range of Atlantic Lottery products are available. The…

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The Old Grey Mare Ain’t What She Used to Be

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 19, 2014 /

I went horseback riding one time. I hadn’t been on a horse in a while, and I told them so. I wanted a “gentle horse”. I was presented with the largest horse I’d ever seen. She was an old grey mare, literally. She looked at me, bored. I tried to get my foot in the…

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Healthy Eating in a Hurry

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 19, 2014 /

Are you in a food rut? Rushing to put meals on the table in a hurry? Use a meal plan to add variety and get meals on the table quickly. A plan will help you make a grocery list so you will have healthy choices on hand. You will be less likely to make poor…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, June 19, 2014

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 19, 2014 /
Ledges guest Al Putnam with another nice June salmon.

There is certainly no shortage of water in the rivers and temperatures are great for the fish.  There are dribs and drabs of fresh fish making their way into the system, and with the water conditions, they are likely in high gear.  But this week is more positive with more reports of fish being hooked…

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Pond’s Resort Contest

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 14, 2014 /

Congratulation to Brenda Wood and Winston Mather, the recent winners of a gift certificate to Fiddleheads Dining Room at Pond’s Resort. Enjoy the fresh menu prepared by new Chef Brian Matheson during the TAX FREE OPENING WEEKEND June 13-15 in the Dining Room. Father’s Day Feast, June 15th $26 Value for just $18… and Tax…

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