Health & Wellness

Cole’s Garden Patch Annual Potting Party

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 8, 2016 /
Cole's Garden Patch

Cole’s Garden Patch is a small family owned farm located at 345 Oldfield Road in Miramichi. Every year they host an annual Potting Party and everyone is invited to attend. Cole’s Garden Patch’s annual Potting Party is happening on May 20th and June 3rd, 2016 from 6 -8 pm each evening. Bring your favourite flower pots,…

Read More

Where can I buy a license?

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 7, 2016 /

A list of local Authorized Vendors for Resident Hunting Licenses, Resident & Non-Resident Angling Licenses, and Resident Moose Draw Applications. Also information for the rest of the province and how to purchase online.

Read More

13th annual Walk for Alzheimer’s – Sunday, May 29th

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 6, 2016 /

On Sunday, May 29th, New Brunswickers in 15 communities including Miramichi will be coming together to celebrate the 13th annual Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick’s “Walk for Alzheimer’s.” The Walk for Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer Society’s signature grassroots event that brings much needed funds and public awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

Read More

Recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 5, 2016 /

Do you have a favourite recipe to share with our readers? Use the submissions form on GiverMiramichi.com to send it in along with photos of the finished product and a little bit about yourself and why you enjoy making this recipe. Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins This muffin recipe was submitted by Darlene Jardine of Barnettville. “Blueberries…

Read More

Mental Health Week May 2-8

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 4, 2016 /

Mental Health Week is being held in New Brunswick May 2-8. “As part of Mental Health Week, I encourage all New Brunswickers to talk openly and honestly about mental health issues,” said Health Minister Victor Boudreau. “Mental health is important and we need to reduce the stigmas that often create barriers for those who live with mental health challenges every day in our province.”

Read More

Fundraiser for Pancreatic Cancer Research in Memory of Kim “Big Daddy” Lawlor

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 4, 2016 /

The 3rd Annual Big Daddy Show ‘n Shine Fundraiser will be held May 28th, 2016 at North and South Esk Regional High School (NSER) in Sunny Corner. Come gather with old friends and family and meet new friends too beginning at noon and running until 3 pm. There will be local entertainment including Kim’s uncle…

Read More

International Compost Awareness Week

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 3, 2016 /

The following message was released today by Environment and Local Government Minister Brian Kenny to mark International Compost Awareness Week, May 1-7: Recycling organics through composting is a simple and rewarding way to help protect the environment.

Read More

Ask A Farmer: We’re Eager to Start Planting!

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 3, 2016 /

Locally owned and locally operated since 1982, the folks at Miramichi Feeds know what they’re talking about when it comes to any kind of farming. Whether you’re raising chickens or planting vegetables, they have everything to see you through your project, start to finish. If you have a question to “Ask a Farmer” email it…

Read More

Bass Season Opened May 1st

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 2, 2016 /

The recreational striped bass fishery will take place from May 1st – October 31st 2016. The retention fishing periods will take place from May 9th – 29th, July 30th – August 21st, September 2nd – 5th, and October 22nd – 30th.

Read More

National Emergency Preparedness Week May 1-7

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 2, 2016 /

Taking action to protect you and your family in the event of an emergency begins before an emergency happens. National Emergency Preparedness Week is coordinated by Public Safety Canada in close collaboration with provinces, territories and other partners. The theme for this year’s campaign is Plan. Prepare. Be Aware.

Read More

Ribbers Announced for 2016 Rotary Ribfest on the Miramichi

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 26, 2016 /

The Rotary Club of Newcastle is excited to announce the line up of Ribbers who will be cooking up their delicious rib stickin’ pork ribs at this year’s Rotary Ribfest on the Miramichi.

Read More

Miramichi Opening Day Salmon Fishing

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 20, 2016 /

  I just got back from Blackville, New Brunswick. I drove up last Thursday, and fished Friday – opening day of the Miramichi salmon season – and Saturday before coming home this morning.  The fishing was as good as I’ve had in the 15 or so years that I’ve been going up.  I’m sure it doesn’t compare to the good old days when the Miramichi was thought to have had regular runs of several, …Read More →

Read More

Interactive Session on the Science of Forest Renewal and Herbicide Use

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 19, 2016 /

In New Brunswick, our forests provide important economic, recreational, and spiritual value. Ensuring they are sustainably managed is important to all of us. Join three of Canada’s leading scientists for a discussion moderated by Forest NB about the science of forest renewal and the practices in use today to keep our forests growing for generations to come. Topics to be covered include: wildlife, human health, and safety.

Read More