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Atlantic Salmon Museum 2016 Hall of Fame Induction

By Giver Miramichi / October 18, 2016 / Comments Off on Atlantic Salmon Museum 2016 Hall of Fame Induction

The Atlantic Salmon Museum 33rd annual Hall of Fame inducts six individuals whose lives have been intertwined with that of the Atlantic salmon. This year they honour: HARRY WHITFIELD BRADBURY (1880-1956) of Woodstock, NB. Harry was a long-time Chief Game Warden for Carleton County and most of York and Victoria Counties, recognized for his prowess…

Book Review: “The Glory Wind & Rain Shadow” by Valerie Sherrard

By Giver Miramichi / October 17, 2016 / Comments Off on Book Review: “The Glory Wind & Rain Shadow” by Valerie Sherrard

Miramichi’s resident Young Adult (YA) author Valerie Sherrard has had many of her books shortlisted and awarded in various categories, and these two novels are no exception.

North Shore (NB) Regiment Open House Sunday October 23rd

By Giver Miramichi / October 16, 2016 / Comments Off on North Shore (NB) Regiment Open House Sunday October 23rd

The North Shore Regiment is hosting an Open house from 12 noon to 2 pm at the Unit Armouries (see poster below) on Sunday, 23 October 2016 for the Miramichi population and surrounding areas.

Saturday at Festival 506

By Giver Miramichi / October 15, 2016 / Comments Off on Saturday at Festival 506

Downtown Newcastle was hopping last night! And the party continues this evening with Festival 506! Tonight’s shows are covered on your Festival 506 Passport or admission is $10 at the door. The notable exception is the dB Stage at the Vogue Theatre in downtown Chatham. The show at the Vogue Theatre is free admission and open to all ages.…

Today at the 506 Festival

By Giver Miramichi / October 14, 2016 / Comments Off on Today at the 506 Festival

Ready to rock the ‘Chi! Festival 506 is under way! Tonight’s shows are covered on your Festival 506 Passport or admission is $10 at the door. Venue access is subject to capacity though, so get out early to see your faves! Here is the concert schedule for this evening at Festival 506! Mill Cove Coffee 7:30 pm Altitude…

Festival 506 Kicks Off Tonight with Awards Show

By Giver Miramichi / October 13, 2016 / Comments Off on Festival 506 Kicks Off Tonight with Awards Show

Festival 506 weekend has arrived on the Mighty Miramichi! Four jam packed days filled with shows and conferences kicks off this evening with the Awards Show at Carrefour Beausoleil! Performing artists include Andy Brown, Simon Daniel, City Natives, Les Hôtesses d’Hilaire, Lionsault, and a special musical homage to Matilda Murdoch with The Lumber Jills and the Miramichi Fiddlers. Paddy Quinn and Rachel…

Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, October 13, 2016

By Giver Miramichi / October 13, 2016 / Comments Off on Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, October 13, 2016

On Saturday, October 15, another salmon angling season will be finished for the year.  The few exceptions that are still open are the Bartibog, Burnt Church and Tabusintac Rivers which close October 29. Striped bass can still be fished with the final retention period now running to October 31, during which time each person is…

MainStream Wrestling Final Event of Year Coming Up Soon in Renous

By Giver Miramichi / October 13, 2016 / Comments Off on MainStream Wrestling Final Event of Year Coming Up Soon in Renous

MainStream Wrestling Entertainment presents the final show of 2016 with a BLOCKBUSTER card at the Renous Rec Centre on Friday, November 11th at 7:00 pm! In what can easily be described as the biggest Main Event in New Brunswick this year, the top wrestler in New Brunswick meets the top wrestler in New England when…

Stompy Bot Hiring Game Design Positions

By Giver Miramichi / October 12, 2016 / Comments Off on Stompy Bot Hiring Game Design Positions

Stompy Bot Corporation in Saint John is now hiring! They currently have openings for the following positions: GAME DESIGNER, 3D ENVIRONMENT ARTIST, GAME PROGRAMMER, 3D ANIMATOR, CONCEPT ARTIST, UI/UX DESIGNER.

Miramichi Fishing Report October 7, 2016

By Giver Miramichi / October 7, 2016 / Comments Off on Miramichi Fishing Report October 7, 2016

by Doug Underhill As we near the end of the salmon season, it is time to get out and enjoy the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend. The weather is beautiful, the Fall foliage is hitting stride, there is time for “Blast ‘n Cast” and there are reasonably good numbers of fish around, although they are not taking…

Three MHL Teams Gain Recognition in Latest CJHL Top 20 Rankings

By Giver Miramichi / October 5, 2016 / Comments Off on Three MHL Teams Gain Recognition in Latest CJHL Top 20 Rankings

The latest edition of the CJHL Top 20 Weekly Rankings were released Monday, with three teams representing the MHL. The Yarmouth Mariners remain in the upper echelon of the list while this week being joined by the Miramichi Timberwolves. The Pictou County Weeks Crushers also gain recognition as an Honourable Mention. The Mariners, who move…

Miramichi Curling Club Open House

By Giver Miramichi / October 3, 2016 / Comments Off on Miramichi Curling Club Open House

As the leaves begin to turn that means curling is right around the corner! This year’s annual open house at the Miramichi Curling Club will be held on November 1st, 2nd and 3rd from 6-8 PM and Saturday November 5th from 10 AM – 2 PM.

Fresh 4 Less Program Launches in Miramichi Region this Month

By Giver Miramichi / October 1, 2016 /

Update: If you can’t get to one of the locations on October 4th you can still sign up. Email Fresh 4 Less for the registration or sponsorship form, fill it out and mail with $5 registration fee and first month payment of $10 or $20 to our Wellness NB partner at: Fresh4Less- Pensez Frais Suite 207, 1780 Water Street Miramichi,…