Month: June 2016

Walk for ALS

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 14, 2016 /

In June the ALS Society of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia will celebrate ALS Awareness Month by hosting their annual Walk for ALS fundraisers. The Walk for ALS brings together almost 1000 walkers, donors, clients and volunteers in both provinces to raise money and awareness. The Miramichi Walk for ALS will be held on June…

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Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 14, 2016 /

It is not too late to sign up for the FIRST SUNNY day of the year … at the Miramichi Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament! Come out this Thursday June 16th and enjoy an afternoon of golf, shotgun start at 1 pm, and it is going to be the first SUNNY day of the year ……

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Successful 2016 Robert Blacquier Tournament

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 13, 2016 /
David Brewer, of the Taymouth Tigers, accepts the championship plaque from members of the Blacquier family - Raymond Blacquier, Roxanne Regan, Jenna MacKnight & Sherri Lynn MacKnight

Another successful Robert Blacquier tournament is in the books. Over the course of the weekend 12 teams from across the Maritimes and Quebec played for the top prize at Nelson’s Merle Doyle & Gerald King memorial ball parks. Though a spot of bad weather threatened the conclusion, with a few tweaks to the schedule the tournament came to a…

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Park, Play & Spend the Day at Ritchie Wharf!

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 12, 2016 /
Ritchie Wharf

Situated on the picturesque waterfront of the former town of Newcastle, in the city of Miramichi, Ritchie Wharf has been a favourite attraction for both locals and tourists since 1991. Begin your day with a tasty lunch at one of the park’s restaurants and relax with a beautiful view of the river from one of…

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Beaubears Island Historical Journeys & More

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 11, 2016 /

by Shawn McCarthy, Executive Director, Île Beaubears Island For 16 summers, the Beaubears Island Interpretive Centre has invited locals and tourists alike to journey through history and meet the heroes and heroines of Miramichi’s past. This year, the Friends of Beaubears Island (FOB) invite one and all to once again take part in captivating experiences…

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Jon Bryant Live in Concert at the Vogue

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 10, 2016 /
Jon Bryant will be performing at the Vogue Theatre in the Historic Chatham Business District on Sunday July 3, 2016 beginning at 8 pm.

Jon Bryant will be performing at the Vogue Theatre in the Historic Chatham Business District on Sunday July 3, 2016 beginning at 8 pm. Doors will open at 7 pm. There will be a $15 cover at the door. Born and raised in Halifax, Jon Bryant is a true artist whose popularity within the international music…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, June 9, 2016

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 9, 2016 /
Jeff Morris with a nice 12 pound bright salmon on the Northwest last week

Angling remains quiet this week with only an odd salmon being hooked.  Trout reports are also scarce.  However, the Striped Bass were still taking well on Sunday in the Cassilis area with one angler reporting 70.  There are still some big females around.  The Stripers that have already left have been reported down river in…

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Five students win UNB’s prestigious Currie Scholarships

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2016 /

Five Maritime high school students including Miramichi’s own Brittany Landry will receive prestigious Currie Scholarships at the University of New Brunswick, a recognition of their outstanding leadership in the community and academic performance in their high schools.

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The Miramichi Emergency Centre for Women – Providing Support for Women in Miramichi for 28 Years

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2016 /

The Miramichi Emergency Centre for Women is a non-profit organization that provides women with or without children who are experiencing abuse, with safe shelter and support. The Centre has a 24/7 crisis line at 622-8865. Staff are also available if you would like to book a presentation or information session. We now have an Outreach…

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Beaubear Credit Union Receives Leadership Award

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2016 /
Beaubear participants proudly display their certificates. (L to R) Back Row: Kathy Watt Facilitator, Dawn Hannah, Bob Hillier, Cathy MacDonald. Front Row: Yoland Rogers, Beth Gillis, Marilyn Daley

  Beaubear Credit Union has been named World Client of the Year by Leadership Management International (LMI), a premier provider of leadership development programming and delivery. “It’s a real honour to receive this recognition on behalf of the great people within Beaubear Credit Union,” said former CEO Andy Richardson. “Together, we have succeeded in creating…

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Protect yourself against Lyme disease

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2016 /

New Brunswickers are reminded to protect themselves against Lyme disease. “I encourage New Brunswickers to get outside, be active and play this summer while ensuring they take the appropriate precautions to avoid being bitten by blacklegged ticks,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, acting chief medical officer of health. “If you develop a bull’s eye target rash or have flu-like symptoms after being bitten by a tick please see your health-care provider as Lyme disease is treatable with antibiotics when diagnosed at the early stages.”

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An Evening with Steve Poltz at the Vogue Theatre

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 7, 2016 /
An evening with Steve Poltz at the Vogue Theatre

On Tuesday August 2nd, 2016 the Vogue Theatre in the Historic Chatham Business District presents “An Evening with Steve Poltz with Special Guest Steve Heckbert and the Shadbangers”. This will be Steve Poltz’s first performance in Miramichi and his only stop in New Brunswick. Poltz was born in Halifax and grew up in Southern California. If […]

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13th Annual Robert Blacquier Memorial Tournament this Weekend

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 6, 2016 /
Robert Blaquier

by Shawn McCarthy This year, for the 13th summer, players from across New Brunswick will take to the field in the Robert Blacquier Memorial Fast-pitch tournament June 10th-12th. A former President of the Nelson Softball Association, player, coach, and organizer, Robert passed away prematurely in the early summer of 2004. That summer, his friends in…

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