Health & Wellness
As a kick-off to Hunger Awareness Week, the Northumberland Food Security Network is challenging local workplaces to raise money and/ or collect food donations for our local food banks for four weeks between September 21st and October 19, 2015. In the Miramichi area, 11% of families do not have secure access to food (My Community at a…
In a continuing effort to improve fire service training in New Brunswick, the annual Fire Service Workshop hosted by the New Brunswick Community College and the New Brunswick Association of Fire Chiefs happened over the weekend. The event was held Friday September 11th and Saturday September 12th at NBCC Miramichi, the Rodd Miramichi River pool, and…
Miramichi Accessible Transit (MAT) proudly hosted an Open House on Saturday September 12th with an official ribbon cutting ceremony and tour of the facility. The new building, located at 21 Walsh Avenue in the Chatham Industrial Park, represents the first time MAT has been able to provide service from a permanent residence. The purchase of this building was made possible through the…
The weather was perfect for the Four Hours of French Fort Cove Mountain Bike Marathon yesterday, Sunday September 13th. Thirty-nine riders from across New Brunswick ventured onto some of the most impressive single track in the province on a 10.6 km loop around the beautiful French Fort Cove trails. The event was divided up into team, male and female categories and…
Allergic reactions are sensitivities to a specific substance, called an allergen, that makes contact with the skin, or is inhaled into the lungs, swallowed, or injected. Some allergic reactions are mild, while others can be severe and life-threatening. Allergic reactions often occur more frequently in people with a family history of allergies.
The Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) Miramichi Flight 39 are hosting a COPA for Kids event this Saturday, September 12th, at the Miramichi Airport in Chatham. Kids can experience a flight with a qualified pilot free of charge from 10 am until 3 pm.
The Schizophrenia Society of New Brunswick (SSNB) will be hosting an Awareness Day Open House tomorrow, Friday September 11th from 10 am to 3 pm. Everyone is invited to come learn about the many programs available and meet the helpful staff and faithful directors that make up SSNB Miramichi. Snacks will be provided and individuals…
Dogs and their families took part in the 16th annual Dog Jog yesterday, Saturday September 5th, at Middle Island Irish Historical Park, raising $1366.45 for the Miramichi SPCA. This year’s theme “Bark in the Park” attracted a large crowd of furry friends of all sizes and breeds and their humans, who enjoyed a BBQ, prize draws, shopping…
DFO has announced that variation order 2015-067, restricting angling in 23 salmon pools of the Miramichi River system, has been lifted. Fisheries and Oceans Canada Gulf Region Salmon angling on the Miramichi River Moncton – August 31, 2015 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) wishes to inform the public that the angling restrictions to 23 […]
The Sobeys Parking lot in Douglastown was turned into a good old street ball field on Saturday afternoon as members of the Miramichi Police force and friends played ball hockey and enjoyed a BBQ with all proceeds going toward a playground at the Miramichi Emergency Centre for Women. Organizer Constable Shawn Doucet, a father himself, wanted to give back…
by Lauren Walls It’s easy to buy a full dining room, bedroom, or living room set of furniture in all matching wood tones. However, to create a unique design in your home that isn’t too “matchy” it may be a good idea to start mixing different wood styles and tones in your space. Here are…
Moncton – August 24, 2015 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) wishes to inform the public that angling in the Miramichi River system will reopen daily except for the 23 salmon pools which remain closed until water conditions improve. This change will be in effect as of Tuesday, August 25, 2015. DFO will continue to […]
Definitely looks like we’re going to see some rain this weekend but hopefully that won’t dampen our spirits because there’s a lot happening around the river. There are a few Yard Sales to check out including a big Fundraising Yard & Bake Sale on Saturday in Blackville at the Greater Blackville Resource Centre. Click here to…