Year: 2012

Tis the Season for Christmas Events on the River

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 22, 2012 /

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…

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A Mysterious Twist on Fine Dining – Murder on the Menu!

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 22, 2012 /

Want to take part in an unforgettable evening of laughter and intrigue while dining in style? Beginning in November and continuing through the winter months, King George Bed & Breakfast will be hosting “Murder Mystery Dinners” for groups of 8-16. The premise is that one of the guests is guilty of committing a murder and while…

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Upcoming Christmas Craft and Bake Sales

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 22, 2012 /

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…

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Unwrap the Magic in our DowntownS

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 22, 2012 /

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…

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Just in Time for the Holidays…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 21, 2012 / Comments Off on Just in Time for the Holidays…

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…

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BHS Raises $1300 for Cancer Research

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 20, 2012 / Comments Off on BHS Raises $1300 for Cancer Research

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 […]

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Rovin’ Joe Smith, the Poet Outlaw of Dungarvon River

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 13, 2012 / Comments Off on Rovin’ Joe Smith, the Poet Outlaw of Dungarvon River

On Thursday, November 22nd 2012, the Heritage Players will present their newest production “An Evening at Paul Kingston’s with Rovin’ Joe Smith the Poet Outlaw of Dungarvon River on the 100th Anniversary of His Death by Drowning at Holmes’ Lake” ! This performance will take place at the spacious Renous Recreation Centre and will feature [Read More…]

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Women’s Institute Hosts Christmas Craft Sale

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 10, 2012 / Comments Off on Women’s Institute Hosts Christmas Craft Sale

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 […]

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MLA Pays Homage to Local Heroes with Trip to Normandy

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 8, 2012 /

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…

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Days Inn Celebrates Grand Opening

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 8, 2012 /
The Days Inn Team

Days Inn grand opening this week brought a large turnout from the community in support for the event.   The Chamber of Commerce presented a plaque to Directors Peder Berggren and Brent McCarthy thanking them for choosing to invest and do business in Miramichi. All rooms and the hotel are being renovated to bring the atmosphere…

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Miramichi Curling Club Ranked Tops in Canada

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 8, 2012 /

It is one of the best kept secrets on Miramichi, but in the curling network, Miramichi Curling Club is noted for having the best Ice Surface in Atlantic Canada and ranks in the top 10 in Canada.   Men’s Curling Champion Russ Howard, reserved ice time to practice at the Miramichi Club before going to the…

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Remembrance Day in Miramichi

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 8, 2012 /

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…

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New Brunswick Playwrights Call for Submissions

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 1, 2012 / Comments Off on New Brunswick Playwrights Call for Submissions

Emerging and established New Brunswick playwrights are invited to submit their short opening act plays for New Voices for consideration for further development by Theatre New Brunswick (TNB), NotaBle Acts Theatre Festival (NB Acts) and Playwrights Atlantic Resource Centre (PARC). Deadline for submissions is DECEMBER 31, 2012. “Part of TNB’s mission is to celebrate New [Read More…]

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