Posts by Miramichi River Valley
Fall Prevention Luncheon for Adults 50+
On Saturday, November 26 there will be a special information session at the Greater Blackville Resource Centre for adults 50 years and over. The “Our Seniors Matter” luncheon begins at 10:00am with guest speaker Judy Bowman, regional rep for Healthy Active Living on Fall Prevention – Tips and Choices. This FREE event will be held…
Read MoreWomen’s Institute Hosts Christmas Craft Sale
The Blackville Women’s Institute Christmas Craft and Bake Sale has become a highlight of the Christmas shopping season in Blackville. The annual event, held today at the Blackville Community Centre, was a huge success with lots of patrons out looking to get a head-start on their Christmas shopping. Over a dozen vendors were on hand,…
Read MoreVillage of Blackville Celebrates 50 Years Today
Blackville was long settled before it received its name. Alexander Underwood, a sea captain of Yorkshire, England was trekking his way through the wilds of New Brunswick, by way of the Miramichi, when by chance, he met a lady named Nancy McGraw, fell in love, married and settled here in 1784. In 1830, the Parish…
Read MoreFamily Fun Day Planned for National Child Day
On Saturday, November 19th from 11:00am to 2:00pm, come celebrate Intergenerational Family Fun Day and National Child Day at NBCC-Miramichi. This FREE event is for families of children up to age 6. Grandparents are also invited. There will be fun games for the kids including a Bouncy Castle, balloons, and more. There will also be booths…
Read MoreFundraising Benefit for Philip Merritt & Family
A fundraising benefit will be held on Saturday, November 12 for Philip Merritt and his family at the United Church Hall, 143 Main Street in Blackville. Philip has been recently diagnosed with cancer and has been off work for more than a year. Philip is married to April Walls Merritt and they have two sons:…
Read MoreWomen's Institute to Host Annual Christmas Craft Sale
The Blackville Women’s Institute will host their annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 12 from 10:00am to 1:00pm at the Blackville Community Centre, located at 12 South Bartholomew Road. Local vendors will be selling everything from handmade knitted goods and homemade candles to children’s books, baked goods and Christmas wreaths and crafts.…
Read MoreRally at Miramichi Lumber Set for Saturday
There will be a rally at Miramichi Lumber, 25 Jane Street in Newcastle, on Saturday, November 5 from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Blackville Mayor Chris Hennessy and members of the village council will also be in attendance. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. The rally is being held to show support for Miramichi Lumber and…
Read MoreDungarvon ATV Club Hosting Run to Boiestown
The Dungarvon ATV Club will be hosting a Run to Boiestown on Saturday, November 5. Registration will be held at the Blackville Ball Park, 5 Underwood Drive, from 9:00am to 10:00am. Prizes will be drawn before the run. $10 each, includes one poker hand or 3 for $25. Parking is available at the ball park.…
Read MoreSenior Boys Soccer Team Headed to Regionals
UPDATE (October 29): The Senior Boys have advanced to the Provincials with a convincing 4-1 win over Petitcodiac Regional High School. Scoring for the Golden Eagles were Riley Keenan with 2, Denver Donovan and Drake Donovan with 1 each. Congratulations Eagles! ORIGINAL STORY (published October 26): The Blackville School Boys Senior Soccer team are heading…
Read MoreVillage of Blackville Fall Clean Up
The Fall Clean Up for the village of Blackville will be held on Thursday, October 27. This collection will include yard waste (boxed, bagged or tied in three foot length bundles); stoves, refrigerators, freezers, barbecues, bicycles, beds, mattresses, furniture, etc. Please do not put out automobile parts, paint, tires, or batteries at the curb. If…
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