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Update from Mayor Lordon Friday Afternoon

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 27, 2017 /

Mayor Adam Lordon continues to keep city residents updated through his official Facebook Page @adamlordonnb. The following update was posted this afternoon: Friday January 27 – 2:00PM City of Miramichi Ice Storm Recovery Update – Please Share A short time ago, at 1:00PM Council and our senior management team had a briefing with NB Power…

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February 2017 Nutrition Events at Sobeys Douglastown

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 23, 2017 /

Ready for new meal ideas? Check out what your Sobeys Dietitians are up to this month in Douglastown! Healthy Cooking with Chef Brian Matheson [$15] Tuesday, February 14th, 11 AM – 1 PM Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our chef and get nutrition tips from our dietitian. Menu: Samosa Cups, Butternut Squash Daal topped…

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East Coast Art Parties in the Miramichi Region

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 21, 2017 /

Looking for a different night out? Attend an East Coast Art Party, a social painting experience you won’t soon forget! Events include everything you need to produce a painting – easel, canvas, paint, and apron. East Coast Art Parties are held at local hot spots that are have fully stocked kitchens and bars to provide participants with whatever they wish to…

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Winter Fun for the Whole Family in Metepenagiag

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 20, 2017 /

This winter the folks at Metepenagiag Heritage Park encourage you to come enjoy a fun day with your whole family in Miramichi’s great outdoors. Strap on your snowshoes and explore their trails whenever you want free of charge! There’s nothing like the feel of the cool fresh air on your face as you journey into the…

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Miramichi United Soccer Club Winter Soccer Instruction

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 18, 2017 /

Miramichi United Soccer Club is pleased to announce that we will be holding a winter soccer program, open to U10 and U12+ players from Blackville, Miramichi, Rogersville, and Sunny Corner. This will be tied to our Excel Academy program that will be starting in the summer. This winter program will be a mix of both…

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Friends of Beaubears Island 2017 Speaker Series

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 17, 2017 /

In view of the success achieved in 2016, the Friends of Beaubears Island will once again host Miramichi historians in a Speaker Series during the month of February. Presentations will occur in the library at the Nelson Rural School 7 pm on Monday and Thursday evenings throughout the month. In honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, and…

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January Happenings at the Doaktown Community School Library

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 13, 2017 /

The Doaktown Community School Library at 430 Main Street has many fun filled activities for all ages planned to help kick off the new year. Busy Bee Quilters – January 19th 6 to 8 PM Regular meetings are the first and third Thursday of the month. During library hours quilters are invited to work on…

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Alzheimer Society kicks off Alzheimer Awareness Month with new campaign

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 10, 2017 /

Each year, 25,000 Canadians hear the words, “you have dementia.” But dementia is more than just numbers. Friends, families and members of our communities all experience the personal and social impact of dementia. For our healthcare system and economy this means higher demand for services and soaring costs. It’s not just their disease. It’s ours…

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First Senior’s Luncheon of 2017 Year at the Doaktown Legion

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 9, 2017 /

On Wednesday January 25th at 12 noon the Doaktown Legion will host its first Seniors Luncheon of the New Year, featuring baked ham, potato scallop, vegetables, rolls, and assorted desserts (plus local entertainment). Because of the increase in food prices, they will be implementing a $10 per person fee effective immediately. Take-out orders can be placed…

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Annual White Gold Dinner and Concert

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 6, 2017 /

The Annual White Gold Dinner and Concert is a kickoff to many of the events leading up to the 60th Annual Miramichi Folksong Festival this year! The White Gold Dinner and Concert will be held at the Beaverbrook Kin Centre, 100 Newcastle Blvd on Sunday February 12th. Returning for this annual event is special guest,…

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50th Anniversary of the Closing of Saint Mary’s Convent/ High School

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 5, 2017 /

by Anthony McLean, Contributing Reporter In 1967, Canada celebrated its 100th Birthday. But also that year it marked the end of an era in the former Town of Newcastle with the closing of Saint Mary’s Convent/ High School after many years of educating young girls from the Miramichi Region and beyond. This year marks 50 years…

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Baie Sainte Anne “All You Can Eat” Smelt Fry

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 4, 2017 /

The Baie Sainte Anne All You Can Eat Smelt Fry organised by the Baie Sainte Anne Fire Department will take place this Saturday January 7th, 2017, starting at 11 am and continuing until 5 pm. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under the age of 12. The meal includes one dessert and choice of coffee…

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Dance Workshops with Colton Curtis

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 29, 2016 /

Spotlights and Sequins proudly presents Dance Workshops open to all dancers with the incredibly talented, Spotlights and Sequins alumnus, professional dancer Colton Curtis on Tuesday January 3rd and Wednesday January 4th in the St Mary’s Church basement. Dancers ages 9-12 will workshop from 6-7:30 pm. The fee is $25. Dancers ages 13 and up will workshop from…

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