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Vacation Bible School in Doaktown

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 6, 2017 /

The Anglican, United and Catholic Churches in the Doaktown area will be collaborating on a Vacation Bible School to be held during the week of July 17th at Our Lady of the Annunciation Roman Catholic Church, 714 Main Street, Doaktown. This program is for children Grade 5 and younger, although older children are very welcome…

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“Still Fishing – Beyond the Escuminac Disaster” Screening

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 5, 2017 /

There will be four special screenings this summer in Hardwicke of the local documentary Still Fishing – Beyond the Escuminac Disaster. The film will be shown on Wednesday nights starting at 7 pm on June 28th, July 19th, August 2nd and August 23rd at the Myers Church, 193 Hardwicke Road. Still Fishing is a documentary about the…

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Community Transportation Program Coordinator Wanted

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 4, 2017 /

The Community Inclusion Network of Northumberland (CIN) is currently looking for a Community Transportation Program Coordinator. JOB OPPORTUNITY Community Transportation Program Coordinator Northumberland Community Inclusion Network (CIN) -Miramichi- Job Description Working closely with the CIN (Community Inclusion Network) in Miramichi, the person hired will have the responsibility for the development and sound management of a…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, June 1, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 1, 2017 /
Boats taking off for the 2017 Striper Cup

MIRAMICHI – We are still experiencing a bit of the “in-between” season.  There are more positive reports of sea trout, still only a handful of bright salmon reported, and good striped bass reports in some areas, but quiet in others. But first, an item that may affect a lot of anglers, and one that most…

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Hot Water Wait Times and Low Pressure

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 30, 2017 /

Derek Taylor Plumbing offers some Tips about Hot Water Wait Times and low pressure! You are having the best dream of your life, when the annoying and intrusive “beep beep beep” of your alarm clock wakes you up. You hit every button on it to just make the noise stop, and stumble to the bathroom…

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Book Review: “Kouchibouguac” by Ronald Rudin

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 28, 2017 /

Subtitled”Removal, Resistance and remembrance at a Canadian National Park”, this 400 page book from the University of Toronto Press is a study of the expropriation and forced removal of 1200 people from 7 communities, which were then obliterated to make for a more “natural” National Park in 1969.

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, May 25, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 25, 2017 /
hooked for life

MIRAMICHI – IT’S THE TURNING OF A PAGE SEASON.  Spring or black salmon are basically finished except for the very odd straggler.  Bright salmon and sea trout are starting into the system, and the numbers of striped bass being caught are gradually increasing as the water warms a bit. The 2017 Miramichi Striper Cup and…

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Wisdom Teeth

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 22, 2017 /

If they grow in properly, wisdom teeth are no different than any other teeth in your mouth. However, if they become impacted, or erupt in a strange angle or location, they may need to be removed. Learn more about your wisdom teeth and wisdom tooth extractions.

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Book Review: “Steal It All” by Chuck Bowie

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 21, 2017 /

The man continued down the hall, turned right and walked all the way to the back corner of the floor. He approached the door marked Director, Trade, opened it and walked in. The door, very solid, closed behind the intruder and the discrete click alerted the director to the presence of a guest. He swiveled around in time to receive …

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, May 18, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 18, 2017 /
Young anglers with Jeff Morris catch and release a nice spring fish.

MIRAMICHI – There is a mixed report this week, with still some spring salmon around, a few trout starting and an increase in striped bass numbers.  The water has dropped nicely and has cleared from last week’s deluge. Lakes and ponds in NB are now officially open for angling. W. W. Doak and Sons in…

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Miramichi Senior Citizens Home Annual Open House & Yard Sale

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 18, 2017 /
Miramichi Senior Citizens Home Annual Open House

Please join us on Saturday June 10th, 2017 beginning at 8 am as we celebrate 49 years in Nursing Care and Outreach. The Miramichi Senior Citizens Home Annual Open House features a giant Yard Sale, Bake Sale, 50/50 draw, BBQ and Free cake, coffee and tea. Table rentals are available and donations are welcomed. The Miramichi…

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Go For 42! Mango Kids Fun Run

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 17, 2017 /

The launch of the “Go for 42” initiative took place Monday, May 15th 2017, at Carrefour Beausoleil with students, staff, and community members in attendance. This Kindergarten to Grade 8 initiative is led by Mango, and will take place in local schools from May 15th until June 16th. Students will attempt to accumulate 40 km…

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5 Steps to a Healthy Mouth

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 15, 2017 /

Most of us realize that diet and exercise play an important part in keeping us healthy. But did you know that a healthy mouth is also an important part of a healthy body? Poor oral health can affect a person’s quality of life.

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