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Ashley Hallihan, Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs at BHS

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 17, 2020 /

by Deanna Nordin Blackville School is a K-12 school situated in the little Village of Blackville. Within this school there is a new learning facility called the BHS ICE Centre. The BHS ICE Centre focuses on Innovation, Collaboration, and Entrepreneurship. Here students are encouraged to participate in activities where they create products in a Makerspace…

Meet Bruce Harrison, Artisan – Knot ‘n Butt Wood

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 16, 2020 /

by Stacy Underhill If you’ve been to a market or craft sale in the past year, chances are you’ve come across Bruce Harrison of Knot ‘n Butt Wood. His tall stature and twinkling smile are surpassed only by his booming voice and personality – and the quality of the wooden pieces he creates. Bruce makes…

Allan J. Ritchie and the Ritchie Wharf

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 15, 2020 /

by the Miramichi Historical Society, Have you ever looked up at the sailing masts on the Ritchie Wharf recreation area and wondered why these are a prominent feature of the site? Easy enough to connect water and sail in our minds but why here and why is the Ritchie name attached? On this site in…

Tai Chi and Qi Gong – Staying Fit While Standing in Place

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 14, 2020 /

By Mary E. King Tai Chi is a slow moving, breath-focused exercise or series of exercises exhibiting a number of postures and movements all oriented to enhancing relaxation, balance and physical function. As an internal and mindfulness practice, Tai Chi and Qi Gong also help the practitioner with focus, stress, anxiety and depression. Evidence is…

Winner of Quilt Raffle

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 10, 2020 /

The Friends of Seamen’s Hospital Craft Group are very pleased to announce the winner of the Quilt Raffle. The lucky ticket was drawn by members Christel Pond, Paula Johnston and Frances Novinscak. The winner was Mrs. Stella Lefurgey of Miramichi. Stella’s daughter Amy Lefurgey was able to accept the quilt on behalf of her mother.…

How to Adapt to a New Way of Working

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 8, 2020 /

By Adaptive Office Solutions The recent outbreak has challenged us all and is changing our business landscape.  For most businesses to continue to function they have had to find new ways for their employees to be productive. Now, team members are working from home, which means their remote office includes significant others, children, and maybe…

Helping People Look and Feel Amazing by Living Longer

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 7, 2020 /

Since opening in June 2017, Simply For Life Miramichi has had two major renovations and expansions. Samantha Siddall, Franchisee, and her family moved back to Miramichi three years ago after being with the franchise in Alberta for four years.  At that time, Simply For Life Miramichi was only a satellite office, open once a week…

Hospice Miramichi Online Info Session April 16

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 6, 2020 /

Hospice Miramichi Online Info Sessions April 16 In recognition of National Advance Care Planning Day, Hospice Miramichi will be hosting a public information session on Facebook live on April 16 at 7pm. Tune-in and discover important information concerning the “gift” you can give your family in the event you are unable to make your own decisions concerning your…

The Miramichi SPCA Needs Your Help!

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 4, 2020 /

The Miramichi SPCA is a non-profit organisation who takes care of cats, dogs, rabbits and other animals who do not have a forever home. We have recently completed a large renovation to our facilities that has freshened up the shelter and allows for us to house many more cats and dogs than ever before! With…

Great Benjamin’s Circus Comes Back To Miramichi

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 3, 2020 /

Attention Miramichi, NB! The Great Benjamin’s Circus is coming to you for 1 big day on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 at the Miramichi Civic Centre, 487 King George Highway for two shows – 4:30 pm and 7:00 pm! Don’t miss out on your ONLINE EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT TICKETS! Online SPECIAL! 1 Adult + 1 Child ONLY…

Miramichi Relay for Life for the Canadian Cancer Society Committee Update

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 1, 2020 /

Due to government health and social distancing policies , the Miramichi Relay for Life committee has decided to cancel this event for 2020. The committee strongly feels that this is in the best interests of our Survivors, participants, volunteers, and the Miramichi community. The committee looks forward to planning for our 20th Anniversary of this…

Saint Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church of Loggieville 2020 Capital Campaign Fundraisers for New Roof

By Giv'er Miramichi / March 28, 2020 /

The Saint Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church of Loggieville’s Capital Campaign will be hosting a variety of fundraisers throughout the 2020 year to help with the costs towards a new roof for their church. Easter Memorial Tree – For deceased loved ones for Easter time. If you are interested in contributing to this, it is $5.00…

Curbside Recycling Program Temporarily Suspended

By Giv'er Miramichi / March 27, 2020 /

Effective March 30th, 2020 the Residential Curbside Recycling program will be temporarily suspended until further notice. Garbage will be collected on a weekly basis during this time. Residents are encouraged to stockpile their recyclables as long as possible to be recycled at a later date.