James Douglas, a descendant of the Grady family of Blackville, is looking for information about his ancestors.

There will be a fundraising benefit for Josephine Sturgeon on Saturday, February 22 at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall, 105 Main Street in Blackville.

Starting at 7:00pm, the benefit will feature music by Jerry Flowers and other local entertainers.

Blackville School will once again host their Annual Pink Shirt Anti-Bullying Day to promote a positive, safe school. On Wednesday, February 26 all students and staff are encouraged to wear something pink to symbolize a stand against bullying.

Pink Shirt Day originated at Central Kings Rural High School in Nova Scotia when two boys, David Shepherd and Travis Price, witnessed a male classmate being bullied for wearing a pink shirt.

Caramelized Onion Pear & Brie Flatbread Source: Sobeys Dietitians Serves 16 Ingredients: 2 tbsp 30 ml Olive oil, divided 1 cup 250 ml Onions, thinly sliced 12 inch Pizza crust, prepared 1 tbsp 15 ml Red pepper jelly 1 large Pear, cored, thinly sliced ¼ tsp 1 ml Pepper 100 g Double cream brie cheese,…

by Marlin Travel Google “Mexico vacation” and you’ll come up with 202 million responses. Booking on the internet has become popular, but with the quantity of information available, how do you sort through legitimate product and online posers? Smart travellers are returning to brick and mortar stores, recognizing the value of booking with a travel…

The Blackville Women’s Institute are celebrating Heritage Day at the Blackville Community Centre on Thursday, February 13 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. This event is open to the public and is free of charge.

The theme for Heritage Week 2014 will be New Brunswick Remembers: 1914-2014 in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the First World War and the 75th anniversary of the outbreak of Second World War.

by Dave Bucklow A team of doctors at the Harvard Medical School have been conducting a study of Tai Chi’s health effects with numerous medical conditions over the last 10 years, and the results of these studies have prompted the doctors to write a book covering the health benefits of this ancient art from China.…

Having come to the end of another fun filled year looking after the transportation of children and supporting Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, at their Christmas party the Miramichi Shrine Club had the pleasure of presenting two cheques to their head office “Luxor Shrine”, plus a donation of food to the local Food Bank. In 2013…

During the celebration of the White Gold Winter Festival on Saturday February 8th there will be a dance at the Civic Centre with music by the Jared Lutes Band. Tickets are $12 and available at: Jean Coutu Newcastle, Kingstons Petro Can Newcastle and downtown Chatham Courtesy Convenience, Nordin City Argo or Call 622-2941 Doors open at…

In the latest issue of the Giv’er Miramichi magazine, delivered free to Miramichi homes last month and now available at restaurants and shops all over the river, Jeff Pendlebury submitted a photo of what he refers to as the “mini-burgs” that appeared on the Miramichi River one morning in December 2013. It was an unusual…

Calling all photographers and writers who love the Miramichi region! It’s that time of year again! Mighty Miramichi is now accepting submissions for their annual Miramichi River Guide to be distributed throughout the greater Miramichi region for tourists and locals to enjoy. If you have some fabulous photos of the area; knowledge of local history or genealogy; a…

Low-income homeowners are benefiting from energy efficiency upgrades to their homes under a new program offered by Efficiency NB. The Low Income Efficiency Program was announced in July, and renovations are now being completed in homes throughout the province. “Our investment in this initiative will have immediate and long-term benefits for low-income homeowners,” said Environment…

The fourth week of Miramichi Idol kicks off tonight upstairs at the Goodie Shop. Doors open at 7:00pm and the show starts at 8:00pm. Drop by for a great night of local talent and to support your favourite! Check back at the first of the week for video from the event. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is…