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Fundraiser for Pancreatic Cancer Research in Memory of Kim “Big Daddy” Lawlor

By Giver Miramichi / May 4, 2016 / Comments Off on Fundraiser for Pancreatic Cancer Research in Memory of Kim “Big Daddy” Lawlor

The 3rd Annual Big Daddy Show ‘n Shine Fundraiser will be held May 28th, 2016 at North and South Esk Regional High School (NSER) in Sunny Corner. Come gather with old friends and family and meet new friends too beginning at noon and running until 3 pm. There will be local entertainment including Kim’s uncle…

International Compost Awareness Week

By Giver Miramichi / May 3, 2016 / Comments Off on International Compost Awareness Week

The following message was released today by Environment and Local Government Minister Brian Kenny to mark International Compost Awareness Week, May 1-7: Recycling organics through composting is a simple and rewarding way to help protect the environment.

Blackville’s Biggest Ever Pre-Owned Auto Sale!

By Giver Miramichi / May 3, 2016 / Comments Off on Blackville’s Biggest Ever Pre-Owned Auto Sale!

Spring on in to Blackville’s biggest ever pre-owned auto sale! Hosted by Towne Auto Group (Towne Ford, Towne Mazda and Towne Auto Center), this 26 hour sales event takes place May 5 to May 7 at Blackville Park! Push, pull or drag your trade-in for $1000!

Ask A Farmer: We’re Eager to Start Planting!

By Giver Miramichi / May 3, 2016 / Comments Off on Ask A Farmer: We’re Eager to Start Planting!

Locally owned and locally operated since 1982, the folks at Miramichi Feeds know what they’re talking about when it comes to any kind of farming. Whether you’re raising chickens or planting vegetables, they have everything to see you through your project, start to finish. If you have a question to “Ask a Farmer” email it…

Bass Season Opened May 1st

By Giver Miramichi / May 2, 2016 / Comments Off on Bass Season Opened May 1st

The recreational striped bass fishery will take place from May 1st – October 31st 2016. The retention fishing periods will take place from May 9th – 29th, July 30th – August 21st, September 2nd – 5th, and October 22nd – 30th.

National Emergency Preparedness Week May 1-7

By Giver Miramichi / May 2, 2016 / Comments Off on National Emergency Preparedness Week May 1-7

Taking action to protect you and your family in the event of an emergency begins before an emergency happens. National Emergency Preparedness Week is coordinated by Public Safety Canada in close collaboration with provinces, territories and other partners. The theme for this year’s campaign is Plan. Prepare. Be Aware.

Book Review: “The Memory Chair” by Susan White

By Giver Miramichi / May 1, 2016 / Comments Off on Book Review: “The Memory Chair” by Susan White

New Brunswick author Susan White’s “The Memory Chair” (2015, Acorn Press) was recently chosen by the Canadian Children’s Book Centre as one of their Best Books for Kids and Teens. It is the story of Betony, a thirteen-year-old girl who is often dragged along by her father when he visits Gram, Betony’s great-grandmother.

Premier Launches New Brunswick’s Open Data Policy

By Giver Miramichi / April 30, 2016 / Comments Off on Premier Launches New Brunswick’s Open Data Policy

Premier Gallant unveiled the province’s new open data policy on Thursday April 28th while attending the 2016 Canadian Open Data Summit in Saint John. “The establishment of an open data policy will foster new start-up businesses, increase transparency and enable New Brunswickers to help solve some of the challenges our province is facing,” said Gallant. “Providing access to big data is a crucial step for New Brunswick to become the smart province.”

Giv’er Miramichi is Now Hiring

By Giver Miramichi / April 29, 2016 / Comments Off on Giv’er Miramichi is Now Hiring

MCG Media is looking for a full time Sales & Advertising Consultant for the Miramichi Region. The successful applicant is responsible for networking in the community, contacting associations, groups, and businesses to understand their needs and offer advertising solutions. Desired Skills & Experience Requirements include but are not limited to the following: • Strong interest…

Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, April 28, 2016

By Giver Miramichi / April 28, 2016 / Comments Off on Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, April 28, 2016

The second week of spring salmon continues to provide good fishing.  Keep in mind the best fishing is a few days after ice-out, but there is still good fishing to be had. Sunday May 1 is the official opening for two more sport fisheries.  The first is for trout which opens on all streams, rivers…

Two New Brunswick Theatre Companies Announce Historic Partnership

By Giver Miramichi / April 28, 2016 / Comments Off on Two New Brunswick Theatre Companies Announce Historic Partnership

Two of New Brunswick’s oldest theatre companies have come together in a historic partnership to create the province’s first professional stage production to be produced in both official languages. A Sunday Affair, written by Gabrielle Houle, Thomas Morgan Jones and Richard Lee will be produced by Theatre New Brunswick (TNB) and Théâtre populaire d’Acadie (TPA) with a French language translation by Maurice Arsenault.

Culture Plus: A strong new partner for NB’s cultural workforce

By Giver Miramichi / April 27, 2016 / Comments Off on Culture Plus: A strong new partner for NB’s cultural workforce

An important player is taking the stage in NB’s cultural sector. Several years of collaboration within the cultural sector has led to the establishment of the Cultural Human Resources Council of New Brunswick (Culture Plus), a not-for-profit, bilingual organization committed to ensuring the vitality of the cultural workforce through life-long career development and training.

Ribbers Announced for 2016 Rotary Ribfest on the Miramichi

By Giver Miramichi / April 26, 2016 / Comments Off on Ribbers Announced for 2016 Rotary Ribfest on the Miramichi

The Rotary Club of Newcastle is excited to announce the line up of Ribbers who will be cooking up their delicious rib stickin’ pork ribs at this year’s Rotary Ribfest on the Miramichi.