Month: June 2015

Ironmen Split With Island, Win In Moncton

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 10, 2015 /

The weekend of June 6 and 7 saw the Miecon Ironmen play three games. On Saturday they split with Charlottetown, losing game one 8-4. Darren Hardy took the loss in relief of Jamie Walls. Tyler McKay was 3-3  for the Ironmen. In game two , Robert Gallant had 3 doubles while Kris Keating, Jeff McCarthy […]

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Lots of Treasures at Seniors Yard Sale & Open House

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 10, 2015 /

Staff of the Miramichi Senior Citizens Home and volunteers gave up their Saturday to host the annual Miramichi Senior Citizens Home Giant Yard Sale, Bake Sale, BBQ and Open House on June 6th. A large crowd turned out to support this worthwhile cause and find a treasure. The event was held under cover because of the…

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Remembering Elvis – August 29th 2015

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 10, 2015 /

If you never saw Elvis live, this is as close as it gets! Relive the full Elvis experience on August 29th at 7:30pm at Carrefour Beausoleil! Performed by Thane Dunn this is will be an evening to remember!  Advance tickets on sale at Brookdale Flower Shop, and Newcastle Farmers Market OR: Contact Susan Butler at […]

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Napan Hosts RCMP Musical Ride

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 10, 2015 /

Two sold out shows of the famous RCMP Musical Ride took place on June 8th and 9th at the Napan Fair Grounds. Arguably one of the most recognized symbols of Canada with its famous look of black horses being rode by RCMP in their red uniforms, it was a spectacular show to watch. The Musical Ride dates back to the…

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Blackville Students Raise $700 for Josie Foundation

By Les McLaughlin / June 10, 2015 /

Blackville School students have raised $700.00 through various fundraising initiatives for local non-profit organization The Josie Foundation. The fundraising campaign was organized by the High School Student Council. Southwest Miramichi-Bay du Vin MLA, and Josie Foundation founder, Jake Stewart recently accepted the donation on behalf of the organization. The foundation’s aim is to establish, receive…

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D-Day 70th Anniversary Marked

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 9, 2015 /

In honour of D-Day and for those who served, were wounded or gave there lives, a parade was held on Sunday June 7th in the Queen Elizabeth Park in Newcastle. The event was hosted by the North Shore Veterans Association and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #17. A large parade made its way to the park where Reviewing…

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ATV Show and Shine This Weekend in Blackville

By Les McLaughlin / June 9, 2015 /

A Show and Shine Poker Run, sponsored by Towne Mazda, will be held this weekend, June 12 to 14 at the Dungarvon Power Track in Blackville. Registration begins on Saturday morning from 10am to 11am and is $10 per bike. 50/50 tickets will also be sold. The Show and Shine and Poker Run take place…

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Co-Op Donates to Beaubears

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2015 /

The Friends of Beaubears Island express their thanks to Beaubear Co-op Manager Raymond Blacquier and his staff, as well as the Board of Directors, for their generous contribution to their Education Program. The Beaubears Island Education Program offers an educational experience to grade six students during the month of June. Its purpose is to educate our…

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Irish Spring Event

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2015 /

The Irish Canadian Cultural Association of NB – Miramichi Chapter held a fun afternoon Irish Spring event on Sunday June 7th at the Little White School, the Seniors Hall in Nelson. The event welcomed members and new members to celebrate Irish music, food and heritage. Members also took to the floor to talk about their Irish roots. The…

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Parks and Trails Celebrated at Cove

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2015 /

To celebrate in motion Parks and Trails Day, the Miramichi Recreation Department hosted a fun day of Zumba, Geocaching, children’s games and walks through the trails at French Fort Cove on Saturday, June 6th. Parks and Trails Day was observed across New Brunswick with many activities taking place that presented an opportunity to promote healthy, active living while celebrating the many…

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Major Contribution to Bartholomew River Project

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2015 /

The largest private land conservation project in New Brunswick’s history is receiving a major boost. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is celebrating a contribution of $100,000 to the group’s Bartholomew River campaign. It is from The Honourable Frank McKenna, Deputy Chair of the TD Bank Group and former Premier of New Brunswick. At a…

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Scotiabank Donation to Newcastle Rotary

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2015 /

Valerie Comeau and her Scotiabank staff presented a cheque for $1200 to Barbara Stothart, president of the Rotary Club of Newcastle.  Scotiabank employees sold half and half tickets during Rotary Springfest and raised $600.  With Scotiabank’s Team Community Matching Program they were able to double that and donate $1200 to the Rotary Club. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about…

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Blackville Weight Watchers Participate in 5K Walk

By Les McLaughlin / June 8, 2015 /

Forty five members of the local Weight Watchers group participated in a 5K walk on Sunday, June 7 in Blackville. Joined by more than twenty family members, the group met at Blackville School at 2:00pm and walked along MacLaggan Drive and North Bartholomew Road. “The weather was great! Everyone enjoyed themselves while having fun, living…

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