Community & Fundraising
Last October local ladies Heather Coughlan and Darlene O’Shea vacationed in Europe. When they visited London, England they met up with Bill and Jean Blanchard, the owners of a narrow boat named “Miramichi”, which we previously wrote about in March 2013. The women spent a day sightseeing with the Blanchards and presented them with some…
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The Annual War Memories in Song Dinner/ Concert happened last night, Sunday November 8th, at the Miramichi Kin Centre. The event was a tribute to Veterans, Peacekeepers, First Responders, Miramichi City Police and RCMP. Special Guest for the event was Terry Kelly, whose return visit to the Miramichi was greeted with a sold out show. Other entertainers included Ian…
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The 4th Annual Walter MacDonald Memorial Concert happened Saturday November 7th at the Miramichi Golf and Country Club in Bushville. Both the upstairs and downstairs rocked with entertainment including Tim Malley, Jack Bowe, MooseKnuckle, Gary Cook, Durty Nelly’s, Raglan Road, Whiskey Fingers, Travis Conroy, Mike Davis, Rick Davis, Jim MacDonald, Caroline Boudreau, Bob McCallum, Jimmy Lawlor, Peter LeBelle, Stan…
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Pauline Underhill (née Coughlan) grew up in Gray Rapids, one of a dozen children. She attended the old Mountain School for six years in the late 1950’s. “Her Name Was Roseen” was written about her special childhood friend, Roseen Underhill.
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To celebrate the start of the curling season, the Miramichi Curling club hosted an Open House today, Saturday November 7th. The event encouraged families and individuals of all ages to come and try one of Canada’s greatest sports. All skill levels were welcome and experienced curlers were on hand during the event to help beginners. The Curling Club offers…
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On Saturday, November 7, there will be a Gospel Music Night at the Miramichi Fellowship Centre beginning at 7:00 pm. Admission is a Freewill Offering and proceeds go to the Miramichi Uganda Foundation.
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The Greater Blackville Resource Centre (GBRC) is having its 4th Annual Turkey Drive! Each $20 donation provides a family with children a turkey. Donations can be dropped off on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 am to 4 pm at the GBRC, 12073 Route 8, Upper Blackville. Hampers will be distributed to registered families with children…
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by Dave Bucklow On Wednesday September 30th, members of the Northumberland Free & Accepted Masons Lodge organized a last supper to be held in their old Lodge building at 175 Newcastle Boulevard. A fine Roast Beef Dinner was enjoyed by Masons, Eastern Star, Shriners and the Widows of our departed Brothers. A rainy and stormy…
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The Atlantic Salmon Museum’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was held last month at the Doaktown Curling Club. This year’s five inductees were: Jason Wayne John Curtis of Keenan: One of the youngest inductees in the history of the Hall of Fame, Jason has been professionally involved with salmon and salmon conservation since the age of 18…
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On October 27th children from the NBCC Nursery visited the seniors and ducks at Tweedie Manor, 71 King St, in Chatham. It was a toss-up who had the most fun. After feeding the ducks the children went inside to receive Halloween treats from all the seniors. What a warm feeling it was to spend time with the youth of our community.
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New Brunswick singer/songwriter Ed Sealy will be performing at the Upper Blackville United Baptist Church as part of his Winter Coat Tour this weekend November 6-8. Mr. Sealy will perform this Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 pm, Sunday morning at 11:00 am and Sunday night at 7:00 pm at the church, 301 Howard Road. Everyone welcome.
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Congratulations to Eldon Power – Ticket number #149. Eldon won $41.60 for this week’s draw. He cut the 9 of clubs so The King of spades remains in the deck and the jackpot of $160.20 will be added to next week draw! Get your toonies in by 4 pm on Tuesday.
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By Greg Trevors There is so much to learn about the world around us. I should know, I’ve spent the last 10 years travelling and experiencing as much as I could in 35 countries. Now, I’m returning to Canada to provide parents with a wonderful way to educate their children about people, places and cultures…
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