Posts by Miramichi River Valley
July Meeting of the Miramichi River Valley Municipal Council set for July 9
Please be advised that the Miramichi River Valley Municipal Council Meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, July 1 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 9 due to the Canada Day holiday. The meeting will take place at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 12 South Bartholomew Road in Blackville. All regular meetings are open to the public. Members of the public shall not be…
Read MoreSpecial Council Meeting, June 24, 2025
The Special Meeting of the Miramichi River Valley met at 19:00 hrs with Mayor Russell residing. Lights For Park Moved by Councillor M. Vickers, seconded by Councillor Croft to approve the purchase of 4 solar lights and posts from Sunsol Lighting in the amount of $6880. Plus HST MOTION CARRIED.
Read MoreMiranda Nordin Donates Skating Aids to Blackville Outdoor Rink as Part of Capstone Project
Miranda Nordin, a recent graduate of Blackville School, made a donation to the Blackville Recreation Council as part of her Capstone project in the Essential Skills program earlier this month. As a way to give back to the community, Miranda built and donated three skating aids to the Blackville Outdoor Rink. These aids are designed…
Read MoreSunny Corner Firefighters Club Hosting Annual Canada Day Pancake Breakfast
The Sunny Corner Firefighters Club is hosting their Annual Pancake Breakfast on Tuesday, July 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at their Fire Hall, located at 30 Tozer Lane in Sunny Corner. Breakfast will be served complimentary, so bring your appetite—and your Canada Day spirit! Everyone is welcome. Come join the fun and help…
Read MoreCall for Floats – Canada Day Parade in Blackville
Get ready to celebrate Canada Day in style! The Canada Day Parade kicks off at 3:00 PM in Blackville, and we’re looking for fun, creative floats to join the celebration! Parade Line-Up begins at 2:00 PM at the parking lot across from the fire hall (54 Main Street). Please note: ATVs will be allowed in…
Read MoreCruisin’ 4 Cats Car Show set for July 19 at Blackville Park
My 3 Sons Cat Rescue will host the 4th Annual Cruisin’ for Cats Car Show on Saturday, July 19 from 11:00am until 3:00pm at Blackville Park. Admission is by donation to My 3 Sons Car Rescue. There will be a BBQ with French fries, onion rings, hot dogs and hamburgers for sale. There will also…
Read MoreSixth Annual Thomas Dunn Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament set for June 26-28 in Blackville
The Sixth Annual Thomas Dunn Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament will be held on Thursday, June 26, Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28 at Centennial Field, 5 Underwood Drive in Blackville. Games start at 7pm on Thursday, 6pm on Friday and 9am on Saturday. Opening ceremonies begin at 9pm on Friday, June 27. A lantern sendoff will happen Friday evening at dusk. Lanterns…
Read MoreOpening Day Set for June 20 at Vickers River Tubing in Howard
Tubing season is back, and Vickers River Tubing is ready to welcome guests starting Friday, June 20. Located at 906 Howard Road in Howard, New Brunswick, Vickers offers a laid-back tubing experience along the scenic South West Miramichi River — perfect for families, groups of friends, or anyone looking to unwind on the water. This…
Read MoreJaclyn Gilchrist’s School Project Takes Root at Veteran’s Fly
Jaclyn Gilchrist, a Grade 12 student at Blackville School, recently completed her Capstone project as part of her Essential Skills class by planting flowers at the Veteran’s Fly—located at the corner of Main Street and South Bartholomew Road. Before starting, Jaclyn approached the municipality for permission, sharing her idea to not only plant flowers but…
Read MorePiper at the Point begins June 29 in Derby Junction
The stirring sound of bagpipes is once again echoing along the banks of the Miramichi River as Resident Piper David McDougall of the Moncton District Pipe Band returns for another season at Wilson’s Point. Set beneath towering pines with sweeping river views, this cherished tradition offers a magical afternoon of music in nature. Visitors are…
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