Community & Fundraising
The provincial government has launched a new Air Quality Data Portal, providing the public with immediate access to air quality monitoring data.
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Local resident, Vanessa McEvoy, has returned to the East Coast to pursue her entrepreneurial aspirations. In the wake of a massive exodus of young people leaving the Maritime Provinces, Vanessa is proving that there is a place in New Brunswick for young people to create opportunities for themselves that are both rewarding for the economy…
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A man, let’s call him Adam (since one of the stories in this collection is called Adam and Eve Saved from Drowning, and Eve is the name of his cousin and sometime travelling companion) is trying to escape his past: a failed marriage, children grown and out of the house, and the beautiful woman that he left his wife for suddenly departs his life.
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The Miramichi Literacy Council (MLC) will host a fundraising Spaghetti Supper at St. Mary’s Anglican Church on Wellington Street in Chatham on Friday, February 5th from 3 to 6 pm. The cost is $10. The MLC offers one-on-one confidential training to individuals who need to upgrade their literacy skills. For more information visit their website at www.miramichiliteracy.org. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er…
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The White Gold Dinner/ Concert will be held on February 7th, 2016 at the Beaverbrook Kin Centre. This year the special guest is Leander Mendoza from Halifax. Local entertainment will be provided by Bob McCallum; Jimmy Lawlor; Jack Wilson; Ian and Margaret Craig; and Mary, Shannon and Susan Butler. Tickets are $35 each by reservation, call (506) 622-1780.
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Falls Prevention – why? Did you know that almost 62% of injury-related hospitalizations for seniors are the result of falls? According to Canadian Public Health Statistics, falls cause more than 90% of all hip fractures in seniors and 20% of injured die within a year of the fracture. After a fall, families are often unable…
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Congratulations to Monica Vanderbeck – Ticket number #449. Monica won $59.20 for this weeks Chase the King draw in support of the Miramichi Rock ‘n Roll Festival. She cut the 10 of spades so the King of spades remains in the deck.
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In our October print edition Bernie Colepaugh of the Miramichi Folklore Park in Renous shared a photo of an old item. This time was different from all the other items Bernie has submitted because even he didn’t know what it was and he was looking for ideas from our readers. When we went to print…
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Hospice Miramichi has changed the venue for their Chase the Ace fundraiser. As of last Sunday January 3rd, Chase the Ace moved to centre court Northumberland Square Mall at 2441 King George Hwy in Douglastown. The fundraising event will occur every Sunday from now on. Tickets go on sale from 1-2:45 pm, with the draw taking place at 3 pm sharp.…
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It has been quite some time since I have read any ‘modern’ horror novels. Back in my younger years I was quite a fan of Stephen King, but as I got older my reading tastes changed to literature and history with the occasional novel or book of short stories thrown in for variety. Recently I was alerted to the fact that a Miramichi resident (who has since moved to Saint John) has written a book that I should take a look at. I was able to get a review copy of Finding Woods by Matt Mott (2014, Montag Press) from the author himself.
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Country Charm Bakery at 1680 Water Street is under new ownership. The shop has been updated with a fresh new look adding a personal touch that reflects new owners Keith and Melanie Gibbs style. The Bakery is offering all the old favourites plus a few new family recipes. For homemade baking made fresh daily visit…
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Benjamin Robichaud and his niece Alivia Price enjoying the Christmas tree. Doaktown, NB Posted by: Cassie Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s new, what’s happening”. We are focused on building people up, supporting one another and celebrating our successes. www.giverontheriver.com
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by Kim Drisdelle A few years back, I was inspired to write a Christmas story, one in which my family continues to share during the Christmas season. One night while searching through boxes hoping to find some of my favourite Christmas ornaments, I slipped back into time. Not surprisingly, as I find myself, often, thinking…
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