Posts by Miramichi River Valley
Local governance reform process begins
FREDERICTON, (GNB) – The provincial government today launched the first of several phases in the reform of local governance. A website will provide information and foster discussion as the province embarks on modernizing the local governance system. Stakeholder engagement begins in this phase and will continue for several months. “While we are early in the…
Read MoreRegular Council Meeting, January 14, 2021
No Meeting held in January 2021 due to COVID-19 restrictions (Orange level).
Read MoreSpecial Council Meeting, January 12, 2021
CONFERENCE CALL Moved by Councillor Fortune, seconded by Councillor Ross to approve TJ Vickers as a member of the Blackville Volunteer Fire Department. MOTION CARRIED. ATTENDANCE MAYOR: CHRISTOPHER HENNESSY COUNCILLORS: CINDY ROSS, CINDY UNDERHILL, AMANDA BRENNAN, IAN FORTUNECLERK: TINA PETERSON
Read MoreFREE Meal Program for Seniors: Pickup or Delivery
The Greater Blackville Resource Center is starting a Seniors Meal program for the community of Blackville and surrounding areas (including Rapids, Renous, Pineville/Lockstead/Bartholomew, Barnettville, Keenans/Howards and Upper Blackville). Similar to SOUPS ON!, the new SOUPS ON REVAMPED program, offered by the GBRC, consists of a FREE hot meal 3 times a week for the next…
Read MoreFirst Responders Honoured by Village of Blackville
Members of the Blackville Fire Department, the Blackville detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the local Ambulance New Brunswick paramedics were recently honoured by the village of Blackville. All organizations received plaques in appreciation for their call to duty and for facing unprecedented events. View photos below. Click an image to enlarge. NOTE:…
Read MoreChristmas Message from the village of Blackville
Christmas is a season of great joy: a time for remembering the past and hoping for the future. May the glorious message of peace and love fill you with joy this wonderful season. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year, Mayor and council of the village of Blackville
Read MoreWinners Selected for Blackville Christmas Light Challenge
Residents of the village of Blackville have been busy decorating this holiday season in preparation for the Christmas Light Challenge! Mayor and council would like to thank everyone for doing such a great job decorating their homes and businesses. Residential winners: First: Melissa O’Keefe (MacLaggan Road) Second: Tracy and Stacey Porter (MacLaggan Drive) Third: Paula…
Read MoreSanta Claus to Drive Through Blackville Saturday
Santa Claus is coming to town! With the help of the Blackville Fire Department, Saint Nick will make his way through the village this Saturday, December 12 beginning at 5:00pm. He asks everyone to come outside and wave to him from their driveway on his way by. Due to COVID-19 protocols, parking is not permitted…
Read MoreRegular Council Meeting, December 10, 2020
No council meeting held in December, 2020.
Read MoreDoaktown Sawmill: COVID-19 Procedures For Out of Province Workers
Irving Sawmill Division has released COVID-19 procedures for out of province workers working on the JDI Doaktown Mill expansion. An overview of plans have been provided to ensure the health and safety of all employees at the Doaktown site. Plans regarding isolation of out of province workers are approved by WorkSafe NB. Separate entrance to…
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