Experience the wonder and charm of Christmas at one of the many events in the village of Blackville during this holiday season. From Christmas concerts and plays to bake sales and parades, we have it all! Check back as events are updated as they become…

Miramichi Country Opry is receiving lots of positive feedback since they went live on Roger TV over a month ago. The amount of feedback was so impressive that after airing for one week on Miramichi we decided to go province wide on all English stations said Scott Jackson, General Manager of Rogers TV New Brunswick.…

Tis the season for Christmas concerts, parades and tree lightings! Communities throughout the Miramichi region are planning their holiday events and activities and we’re bringing them to you on Mighty Miramichi’s events calendar. The Doaktown Fire Dept will be helping Santa hand out treats on Monday, December 10 at 7 pm following the tree lighting…

We’ve turned the Mighty Miramichi yardsale report into a Craft/Bake/Yard Sale report for the holiday season. Stop by any of the local craft sales or farmers markets to find the perfect gift for everyone on your Christmas list! View a selection of sales below, and click here for full listings. Every Friday the Newcastle Farmer’s…

This holiday season the DowntownS Miramichi, Newcastle Business District and Historical Chatham Business District are launching the holiday promotion called Unwrap the Magic in our Downtowns. Mavis Williamson, General Manager is encouraging members of the community and surrounding area to enjoy great magical moments in the two downtowns of Miramichi.  This year our holiday shopping…

The MSA has a number of items we think would make great gifts for the angler or conservationist. These items can be ordered online or call us at 506.622.4000 and we will send it out. The Miramichi Salmon Association 60th Anniversary Calendar is now ava…

BHS students and staff have raised $1300 for cancer research. As part of their fundraising efforts, a school-wide penny drive was held and $800.00 was raised.  The remaining $500 was raised during a Walk for Cancer that was held in October. On November 19, the school body held an assembly to celebrate their fundraising success […]

The Blackville Women’s Institute hosted their Annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale today, Saturday, November 10, 2012 at the United Church Centre. Over a dozen vendors were on hand selling handmade knitted goods, homemade candles, children’s books and gifts, Christmas wreaths and crafts, and baked goods. The event was well attended this year, and along […]

In 2011, Southwest Miramichi MLA Jake Stewart ventured to France on D-Day to participate in the 67th anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy and to honour the brave local heroes who fought for our freedom. In the video below, Jake recalls his reasoning for visiting and his sense of pride felt towards the North Shore…

On November 11, remember those men and women who served and sacrificed to protect the freedom that we graciously enjoy today. Miramichi and surrounding communities will host several Remembrance Day ceremonies to honour those who have supported Canada’s war efforts. The following is a list of services in the area: Blackville – Service starts at…

Jody Harrison was a co-owner of a fishing camp on the Little Southwest Miramichi. On Oct 22, 2011 he lost his life in an ATV accident. Like his friends, Jody was a big supporter of the MSA and salmon conservation in general. In honor of Jody, this year…

Another season has wrapped up with the optimism of the 2011 season replaced with the dismal results of the 2012 season.  Based on the DFO traps, the Northwest Miramichi grilse run was only 22% of last year and the large salmon numbers were 48% of last year resulting in spawning requirements not likely to be achieved, […]

The night is quickly approaching when the streets of Blackville will be filled with ghosts and goblins, not to mention princesses and fairies. As always, there are a few important Halloween safety guidelines that should be observed to ensure the night runs smoothly. Please note: Halloween curfew in the village is 8:00pm. Around the house… […]