Business & Employment
On Wednesday, December 19th, 2018, The Rotary Club of Newcastle was pleased to announce the inductions of three new members into their club during their weekly Wednesday meeting. The newest members are: Catherine Flett, Tara Racette and Karen Howe. Congratulations!
Michelle Siddall and Rodney Greenwood of The Boulevard Pub announced they will be under new management beginning in the New Year, under the direction of Joey MacMillan and Samantha MacDonald.
GoChi is a new local community transportation co-operative with a mission to provide efficient, affordable transportation and connections to residents living within Northumberland County. GoChi’s purpose is to provide accessible transportation to people who need it within Northumberland County. As the service evolves, some of the services provided by GoChi may include: – ride-sharing, – ride-home program, community transportation connections by working with other transportation groups within and out of Northumberland County.
The idea to build a Corn Maze in Nelson (Miramichi) was planted in my head close to a decade ago. I had seen a maze online and was fascinated by the idea. However, the seed laid dormant as my wife and me – like many other Miramichi’ers- moved away from home in pursuit of employment. We had moved a lot over the years, and we finally settled – we thought- in Fort McMurray, Alberta in 2014.
Dana Horrocks is the Newcastle Public Library’s new Director and since a librarian is practically every book lover’s favourite person, James M. Fisher, of The Miramichi Reader thought it would be interesting to get to know one better. Dana gladly agreed to be interviewed by The Miramichi Reader.
The Fall 2018 Issue of Giv’er is in the mail this week and is available at locations around the region, and also online at: https://giverontheriver.com/magazine/
On Saturday evening, September 29th, 2018, beginning at 7 pm at the Rodd Miramichi River Hotel, 1809 Water Street, in the Historic Chatham Business District (former Town of Chatham / Miramichi East), the City of Miramichi presents the 10th Annual MYPIE (Miramichi Young Professionals & Involved Entrepreneurs) Awards Gala!
Standing reception with Hors D’Oeuvres. Cocktail Hour starts at 7 pm, Awards Presentation at 8 pm and Dance to follow at 9 pm. Music by “DJ Dave”. We will presenting 5 exciting awards: Professional of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, New Business of the Year, Community Champion Award and Customer Service Award!
On Tuesday, September 18th, 2018, the Beaubear Co-Op will be hosting their Annual General Meeting beginning at 7:00 pm at the Friendly Neighbor Senior Citizens Hall, 26 Sutton Road in Nelson Miramichi (Miramichi). All Members of the Beaubear Co-Op, along with everyone are welcomed to attend.
Founded in 2008, Miramichi Adult Learning is a non-profit organization funded by the New Brunswick Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labor.Their main goal is still the same, to promote the importance of education and provide services that meet the needs of learners within the greater Miramichi region. Check out this article Interesting Facts Submitted From Miramichi Adult Learning sent into Mighty Miramichi / Giv’er On The River!
Saint Andrew’s Anglican Church is making a difference in the lives of artisans around the world by selling exquisite, handcrafted gifts and home décor. The event, to be held from 10 am to 9 pm on Friday, September 7, 2018 at the Saint Andrew’s Anglican Church Hall, 214 Pleasant St. offers an opportunity for citizens of Miramichi, NB to make a difference by shopping fair trade.
With August drawing to a close, the Friends of Beaubears Island will be hosting their annual Tours All Day event, consisting of a full day of historical tours, every hour on the hour – Saturday August 25th at 10 am, 11 am, 12pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm. Cost for admission is just $10. Watch history unfold before you on this unique adventure on Beaubears Island.
Beginning at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 1st, 2018 and Sunday, September 2nd, 2018, bring a friend or a family member out to Miramichi’s newest farm – Fletcher’s Farm located directly beside the Gerald King Field in Nelson on Rasche Street, off of Saint Patrick’s Drive for their Grand Opening Weekend Celebrations!!
The 2018 Miramichi Young Professionals & Involved Entrepreneurs (MYPIE) Boat Cruise 3.0 will be taking place on Friday, August 24, 2018 from 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Tickets will be available at The Candy Patch or online at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mypie-boat-cruise-tickets-47800722247