Year: 2006

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 13, 2006 /

It’s down to three New Brunswick communities representing the Atlantic Region in the Kraft Hockeyville competition on CBC Television and Miramichi is one of them! Miramichi competes with Hampton and St. Stephen for the top spot in the Atlantic region and the ultimate title of Hockeyville. And the final decision is in your hands. C’mon…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / April 4, 2006 /

We are Hockeyville !On a beautiful Saturday morning, with Matilda Murdoch playing “Silver Blades” which she composed for the event, and our mascot, Gopit raising the Stanley Cup replica, set the tone for a great day for all those in attendance. Independant MLA Tanker Malley shows his willingness to work with both the red and…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 30, 2006 /

WE’RE IN THE RUNNING!!Miramichi is Hockeyville The Miramichi Gopit team has passed Stage 1 of the Hockeyville Competition and is going to Stage 2. The Stage 1 application was initiated and entered on behalf of Miramichi by the Rotary Club of Newcastle. Stage 2 requires a 2 minute video to answer why we should be…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 20, 2006 /

In case you haven’t heard….Miramichi has entered into the CBC Kraft Hockeyville competition. Watch CBC Television on Wednesday, March 29, at 8pm to see if Miramichi makes it through the first round! The French Fort Cove website has all the information about the application process and what WE ALL need to do if Miramichi gets…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 14, 2006 /

Activities Mark Gambling Awareness Week Miramichi Regional Health Authority’s (MRHA) Addiction Services will be holding several activities to mark National Gambling Awareness Week from March 12-19. The goal of Gambling Awareness Week is to educate the public and health care professionals about problem gambling and to raise awareness that hope and help are available. MRHA’s…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 14, 2006 /

Miramichi Celebrates Nutrition Month March is Nutrition Month across Canada. The theme for the month is “Make wise food choices wherever you go.” The theme reinforces the importance of healthy eating whether you’re at work, making choices for your family at the grocery store, or dining out. To celebrate the month, dieticians at the Miramichi…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 7, 2006 /

Local Talent on CBC’s On The Road AgainNelson Cloud from Red Bank will be on CBC’s On The Road Again, this Thursday night -MARCH 9 at 7pm. A New Brunswick funnyman finds creative inspiration now that he has found a place to call home. www.cbc.ca/ontheroadagain/ Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s new, what’s…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 3, 2006 /

Miramichi Regional Health AuthoritySummary of February 27, 2006 Board of Directors Meeting The Miramichi Regional Health Authority (MRHA) Board of Directors held its monthly regular meeting February 27, 2006 at the Miramichi Regional Hospital. The following are highlights of that meeting: 1. Financial Report It was reported the Miramichi Regional Health Authority had an operating…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / February 28, 2006 /

Kidney Foundation Miramichi Chapter launches Kidney Month The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Local Miramichi Chapter will officially launch Kidney Month and its March Drive at the Miramichi Regional Hospital on March 1, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. in the level 5 View Point Dining Room. Their official partnership with Northumberland Dairy in promoting kidney health will…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / February 27, 2006 /

Lesson Of The DayAnd the lesson of the day kids… NO SPEEDING!!Yes, yes…that’s me in the car…being ticketed by one of Miramichi’s finest. Right in front of my office I might add. It kinda ruined my day. My co-workers had fun though…running around the parking lot waving at me, and taking pictures. Who knew speeding…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / February 27, 2006 /

Women’s Wellness Conference slated for March 8 Women are encouraged to circle March 8th on their calendars to attend “A Day for Women” being held in celebration of International Women’s Day 2006. The Women’s Wellness Program committee at the Miramichi Regional Health Authority wanted to celebrate the upcoming day by giving women the opportunity to…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / February 21, 2006 /

CELEBRATE YOUR IRISH – DINNER/ CONCERT SUNDAY, MARCH 12, 2006BEAVERBROOK KIN CENTRE Dinner 6:30pm / Concert 8:00pm Prizes for those who wear the most green.Tickets $25.00 each by reservations onlyCall Susan Butler 622 – 1780 0n or before 9th Featuring – singers , dancers and fiddler Sponsored by the 49th Miramichi Folksong Festival &The Miramichi…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / February 21, 2006 /

CARROLL BAKERQueen of Country MusicIn Concert Friday, March 31st, 2006, 7:00PM Only NB STOP – JAMES M. HILL THEATER Advance tickets $ 25.00 / Door $30.00On sale at Books Inn , Bill Kwik MartStitching Post BathurstHosted by 49th Miramichi Folksong Festival Inc. This is the only concert Baker is doing in New Brunswick so get…

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