Posts by Miramichi River Valley
New Business: Blackville Auto Value & Certified Service Center
In late October, a new business opened its doors in Blackville. Blackville Auto Value and JBS Certified Service Center, located at 12076 Route 8 in Upper Blackville, is owned and operated by Jerry Stafford. The Auto Value Parts Store offers a complete line of car parts including tires, batteries, brakes, shocks, oil, fluids and more.…
Read MoreRegular Council Meeting, December 13, 2018
The regular meeting of the Blackville Village Council met in the Council Chambers at 19:00hrs December 13, 2018 with Mayor Hennessy presiding. BRING MEETING TO ORDER:The Mayor brought the meeting to order and welcomed everyone to the meeting. GUESTS: None APPROVAL OF AGENDAIt was moved by Councillor Underhill & seconded by Councillor Fortune to approve…
Read MoreAnnual Community Candlelight Parade
The Annual Christmas Candlelight Parade takes place Monday, December 17 at 6:30pm in Blackville. Lineup begins at the corner of Main Street and Shaffer Lane at the former village office. The parade will proceed up Main Street to the outdoor nativity scene at St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church for the blessing of the Creche and…
Read MoreYoung Entrepreneurs Fair at Blackville School
Grade 7 Young Entrepreneurs will be hosting a Fair at Blackville School on Wednesday, December 12 from 9:00am until 11:00am and on Thursday, December 13 from 9:00am until 11:00am and from 1:30pm until 3:00pm. Students will be selling a wide assortment of items with a portion of proceeds going to charity. Come on out to…
Read MoreBlackville Home and School Hosting Elementary Christmas Fun Night
The Blackville Home and School is hosting an Elementary Christmas Fun Night on Wednesday, December 12: Grades K to 2 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and Grades 3 to 5 from 7:15pm to 8:15pm. This event is FREE. Children are asked to wear a homemade Christmas sweater or hat. There will be games, prizes and treats.…
Read MoreMove-It Monday! Weekly Snowshoeing at Blackville Park
The Blackville Mango Health & Wellness committee will be hosting free snowshoeing sessions every Monday evening this winter, weather permitting. The first session begins Monday, December 10 at 6:30pm at Blackville Park. No snowshoes? No problem! Snowshoes will be provided for those who need them. All ages are welcome. While the park is lit at…
Read MoreBenefit Card Party for Lou Warren
A benefit card party will be held for Lou Warren on Monday, December 10 from 7:00pm until 9:00pm. The card party will be hosted at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall, 105 Main Street in Blackville. Funds raised will go towards medical expenses. Everyone welcome. Come on out and show your support. For more information,…
Read MoreGingerbread Decorating Party Held at Blackville Foodland
Blackville Foodland created a little Christmas magic on Tuesday, December 4 by hosting a gingerbread decorating party at their store at 85 Main Street. Fifteen children attended the party with each decorating and taking home their own custom gingerbread house. Cookies and hot chocolate were provided and everyone had a great time. View photos below.…
Read MoreSaint Andrews Hanging of the Greens
Saint Andrews United Church in Blackville will celebrate the Hanging of the Greens on Sunday, December 2 at 11:00am. Please bring a gift for Transition House to place under the tree during the service. Sunday evening, plan to attend the annual Memorial Bulb Lighting service at 7:00pm with a light reception following.
Read MoreSanta Claus Parade Statement from Mayor Hennessy
Blackville Mayor Chris Hennessy has issued a statement regarding this evening’s Santa Claus Parade of Lights. The parade was delayed about 90 minutes to allow an Emergency Vehicle team to pass through the parade route. I would like to personally thank everyone for attending this years Parade, preparing floats, volunteering at this mornings breakfast, and…
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