Community & Fundraising

Beaubears Island Clean Up Next Week

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 11, 2016 /
Beaubears Island annual clean up happens May 17 - 19

In 2010, Parks Canada Ecologists advised fuel management as a forest fire prevention strategy on Beaubears Island. Beginning in 2012, under the direction of Parks Canada, a Fuel Management/ Island clean up project has been undertaken in May. Each year Friends of Beaubears Island seeks volunteers to help out during this time. This year, the clean…

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Election Results in the Greater Miramichi Region

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 9, 2016 /

Below are the unofficial results of the 2016 Municipal elections in the greater Miramichi region. Blackville Ordinary / Ordinaire Advance / Par anticipation Special / Spécial 1 / 1 1 / 1 23 / 23 CANDIDATE CANDIDAT(E) SEX SEXE VOTES RECEIVED VOTES OBTENUS ELECTED ÉLU(E)S INCUMBENT SORTANT Mayor / Maire, Blackville (1 to elect / 1…

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Cole’s Garden Patch Annual Potting Party

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 8, 2016 /
Cole's Garden Patch

Cole’s Garden Patch is a small family owned farm located at 345 Oldfield Road in Miramichi. Every year they host an annual Potting Party and everyone is invited to attend. Cole’s Garden Patch’s annual Potting Party is happening on May 20th and June 3rd, 2016 from 6 -8 pm each evening. Bring your favourite flower pots,…

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Where can I buy a license?

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 7, 2016 /

A list of local Authorized Vendors for Resident Hunting Licenses, Resident & Non-Resident Angling Licenses, and Resident Moose Draw Applications. Also information for the rest of the province and how to purchase online.

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13th annual Walk for Alzheimer’s – Sunday, May 29th

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 6, 2016 /

On Sunday, May 29th, New Brunswickers in 15 communities including Miramichi will be coming together to celebrate the 13th annual Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick’s “Walk for Alzheimer’s.” The Walk for Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer Society’s signature grassroots event that brings much needed funds and public awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

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20th Annual Ice Breaker Dinner a great success!

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 5, 2016 /

The Miramichi Salmon Association held their 20th Annual Ice Breaker Dinner at the Boiestown Woodmen’s Museum over the weekend! The Special Honouree, Mrs. Jo-Anne Linton, was presented with a wonderful plaque for almost 20 years of service as Event and Board Coordinator with the MSA.

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Recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 5, 2016 /

Do you have a favourite recipe to share with our readers? Use the submissions form on GiverMiramichi.com to send it in along with photos of the finished product and a little bit about yourself and why you enjoy making this recipe. Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins This muffin recipe was submitted by Darlene Jardine of Barnettville. “Blueberries…

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New Brunswickers encouraged to complete census questionnaire

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 5, 2016 /

New Brunswickers are encouraged to complete their census forms this May. “All levels of government rely on the information collected during the census to plan for the future provision of services like education, housing, skills training, public transportation and police and fire services,” said Finance Minister Roger Melanson.

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Beaverbrook House Seeks Summer Volunteers

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 4, 2016 /

The Beaverbrook Historic House Commission at 518 King George Highway in Newcastle is looking for active seniors to Volunteer their services and time to the Lord Beaverbrook House this summer. If you like meeting people from near and far, showing off a historic home, and telling the story of one of Miramichi’s principal characters, they…

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Mental Health Week May 2-8

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 4, 2016 /

Mental Health Week is being held in New Brunswick May 2-8. “As part of Mental Health Week, I encourage all New Brunswickers to talk openly and honestly about mental health issues,” said Health Minister Victor Boudreau. “Mental health is important and we need to reduce the stigmas that often create barriers for those who live with mental health challenges every day in our province.”

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

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 4, 2016 /

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…

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International Compost Awareness Week

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 3, 2016 /

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.

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Blackville’s Biggest Ever Pre-Owned Auto Sale!

By Les McLaughlin / May 3, 2016 /

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!

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