The Miramichi Chamber’s Annual General meeting held at the Riverside Entertainment Center last Thursday April 3rd had an excellent turnout.  Energy Minister Craig Leonard spoke on shale gas and entertained questions from the floor. To highlight the Chambers vision, President Mike Hill laid out in detail the plan for 2014 and said one of their main…

The provincial and federal governments are helping Northumberland Co-operative Ltd. develop a value-added, milk-based drink to meet increasing demand for quality and healthy beverages. “Value-added food is an important priority growth sector in New Brunswick,” said Human Resources Minister Robert Trevors. “Our investment will assist Northumberland Co-operative Ltd. in a research and development project to…

Due to the overwhelming requests by consumers at local restaurants for Mac’s Seafood products, several local restaurants such as O’Donaghues Pub & Eatery, Mirawood Cafe and Seasons View Cafe, just to name a few, are now serving Mac’s Seafood quality products. This has led to the creation of a partnership that will benefit everyone in the…

It’s the middle of February, how are you doing with those New Year’s resolutions? Given up yet? Haven’t even started? At Mighty Miramichi we don’t believe in making flimsy resolutions that are soon forgotten, but we are strong believers in having solid goals for the future. Every year the Mighty Crew gathers to watch a…

If you haven’t been to Mac’s Seafood Market yet you’ve been missing out not just on the remarkable quality seafood at very affordable prices, but also good old fashioned personal service from people who really care. As soon as you enter Mac’s you feel special, completely welcome, like you’re visiting with a good friend—a friend…

by Kellie Underhill Bistro 140 in the Newcastle downtown is my “go to” restaurant. All the options are amazing but the daily specials are so yummy, you don’t even need to see the full menu. The decor of local photography against a backdrop of hardwood and dark linen make for an artistic friendly atmosphere I…

We’re finding valued local employees who really GIV’ER and contribute to the community, in spite of their disability. Introducing Greg Doyle: Condition: Cerebral Palsy Education: James M Hill Memorial High School class of 1989; various computer courses from Horizon College, NBCC, and PLC (Progressive Learning Centre); various job specific training programs; some University Work History:…

In 1995, Tracey Bryenton-Power decided to take a chance and follow her dreams. She opened Amoura Aesthetics on Pleasant Street in Newcastle as a small one room, one person operation. For the first three years Tracey worked nights as a bartender at the Opera House to earn spending money so that she could invest Amoura’s…

WOMEN welcomes you to join them on Wednesday, January 29th beginning at 6:30 pm at Season’s View Café on Water Street to enjoy an evening of networking, food and a chance to view 10 members as they showcase their business and professions at a Mini Trade Show. The following members will be present to show…

Brian Harriman is the new president and chief executive officer of NB Liquor, effective February 1st. “This is a historic appointment, and we are proud to be the government that has introduced an open and transparent recruitment process to the selection of this important role at NB Liquor,” said Premier David Alward. The appointment is…

The provincial government and CN have reached an agreement to preserve rail freight service on the line in northern New Brunswick. “Freight rail is a critical mode of transportation for industries in northern New Brunswick, and it is a vital lifeline for the jobs and communities that rely on these industries,” said Premier David Alward.…

The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, and the Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., Q.C., Minister of National Defence, announced a contract award to DEW Engineering and Development ULC, of Ottawa, for mobile workspaces under the Medium Support Vehicle System project. “These contracts for the new mobile workspaces will help sustain over…

Santa Claus is coming to Blackville this Saturday! From 8:00am to 11:00am, join the big guy for Breakfast with Santa at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall, 105 Main Street. Breakfast includes bacon, eggs, toast, tea/coffee and juice. The price for adults is $6, and $3 for children.