Community & Fundraising
Two hundred fifty years ago, William Davidson was granted 100 000 acres on the Miramichi River, and would succeed in establishing the first English-speaking settlement in the region. Today he is remembered fondly as among our founding citizens. On July 18, as part of the national celebration of Canada’s Parks Day, the Friends of Beaubears…
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Sunny Corner Days happened over the weekend from July 10th to 12th bringing the small community together for a Co-ed Softball tournament, breakfast, kids fair and a dance at the Arena featuring Short Sweet Ride. Click to enlarge any of the images below and visit the Mighty Miramichi photo gallery to view even more pictures. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er…
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Blackville School has received a $6,000 donation from Ford Canada’s Drive 4Ur School program. Hal Somers’ Towne Ford Sales & Service partnered up with BHS student council to host the test-drive fundraising event on Saturday, May 16. For every valid test-drive completed, Ford Motor Company of Canada donated $20 to the school. Blackville received the […]
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The annual Festival des Fruits de Mer in Baie-Ste-Anne wrapped up yesterday, Sunday July 12th after a week of great community support and participation in events. Activities included a good old fashioned movie matinee, softball tournament, community mass, family picnic, infant pageant, Fishermen’s Ball and much more. Part of the event honours the Fisherman of the Year through the passing of…
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Looks like another fantastic weather weekend for the Mighty Miramichi and there’s lots happening around the River! Canadian Country sensation Whitney Rose is in town tonight fresh from the pages of Rolling Stone magazine. She’s performing with special guests Mel & Tina of Moncton at The Vogue Theatre in Chatham. Doors open at 6:30 and the…
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If you are looking for a unique experience or to buy natural food products, a craft or gift, then the Water Street Farmers’ Market is the place to go. The Market is located on Water Street in Chatham under the Centennial Bridge in the parking lot and downstairs of the Chatham Pioneer Senior Citizen’s Club.It’s open…
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Miramichi’s longest running performance art series, Words on Water invites you aboard the Max Aitken this evening Thursday July 9th for a pre-publication reading from Tom Creaghan’s upcoming book Talented Miramichiers in the Gilded Age. The Miramichi River cruise will depart from Ritchie Wharf at 7 pm sharp. Tickets are only $10 and can be purchased dockside. Creaghan lives in…
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On Friday, July 10, there will be a Glow in the Dark party at the Blackville Municipal Park for youth from grades eight to twelve. The event takes place from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Hosted by Dr. Tiffany Keenan and summer student Marcey Jardine, the three hour event will include music, karaoke, local talent and more!…
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By Tara McIntyre Friends of Beaubears Island is pleased to announce the opening of the Restored Walking Trails on the island. Beaubears Island is located at the meeting point of the Northwest and Southwest Miramichi Rivers. The island is most famous for being a summer camp and meeting place for the Mi’kmaq over 3000 years ago, an Acadian…
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The weather gods were feeling the Rock ‘N Roll this weekend as sunny skies and warm temperatures drew record crowds to the Newcastle downtown. The 21st Annual Rock ‘n Roll Festival wrapped up yesterday, Sunday July 5th, with the Goodie Shop Restaurant Golden Oldie Car Show. The highlight event of the weekend had over 100 car owners from…
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The crisis over poor adult salmon returns in the past few years has generated a lot of attention and we are all trying to come up with the solutions that will see large numbers of salmon in our rivers again. The MSA has been meeting with other organizations and individuals to share ideas about the […]
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The 21st annual Rock ‘n Roll Festival returned to the river last night, kicking off with the famous street dance and fireworks. The festival got under way in the Downtown Newcastle Waterfront Parking Lot with the Official Opening Ceremonies and Street Dance beginning at 7 pm. Music for the Street Dance was provided by Tim Irving…
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The 4th Annual Fishermen Pow Wow wrapped up yesterday, on Wednesday July 1st. The event took place both Tuesday June 30 and Wednesday July 1st at Waterford Green in the Historic Chatham Business District and celebrated all cultures as one in the spirit of peace and friendship, and in the greatest country of the world on…
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