Posts by Miramichi River Valley
A Tribute to our Local Heroes: Honour Roll
Residents of Blackville and its surrounding communities have a very proud and rich history of rising to the call of service to their country. During World War I and II, hundreds of men and women from our community entered the ranks of our Armed Forces to defend our great country. Their actions would secure our…
Read MoreBlackville Santa Claus Parade Cancelled
Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Annual Santa Claus Parade of Lights in Blackville has been cancelled for this year. The Blackville Fire Department, organizers for the annual parade, have decided to cancel the event for the health and safety of participants and spectators.
Read MoreRemembrance Day: Requiem Eucharist for our War Dead at Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity Anglican Church will be hosting a special service, Requiem Eucharist for our War Dead, on November 11, 2020 at 9:00am. Everyone welcome – please note the following: Masks must be worn when entering the church and throughout the service. You need to reserve a seat. Call 843-6022 (leave a message if no answer)…
Read MoreRemembrance Day 2020: Ways to Remember
With public events looking a lot different these days and the Legion’s decision to not host a public Remembrance Day ceremony in Blackville this year, there are still other ways you can participate in the Act of Remembrance. On November 11, starting at 10:45 am, watch the National Remembrance Day Ceremony live on the The…
Read MoreCOVID-19: Have a Fun and Safe Halloween
The province of New Brunswick has issued the following guidelines to ensure a safe Halloween for trick-or-treaters and treat-givers: Anyone at higher risk should avoid participating in Halloween activities. This includes people with medical conditions (such as heart disease, high blood pressure, lung disease, diabetes, cancer), people with weakened immune systems from a medical condition…
Read MoreSpecial Council Meeting, October 29, 2020
CONFERENCE CALL Moved by Councillor Ross, seconded by Councillor Fortune that the Blackville Village Council, pursuant to Section 110 (1) of the Community Planning Act (C-19), request the views of the Greater Miramichi Regional Service Commission’s Planning Review and Adjustment Committee (PRAC), in respect to the above mentioned development by Robert Dubois and Judith Lacasse,…
Read MoreBlackville’s Second Lawn Tractor Race Set for November 1
Back by popular demand, Blackville’s Second Lawn Tractor Race will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at 81 South Cains River Road (across from Stewart’s Tower in Blackville). Registration fee is $20, is open to all classes, including the Mini Mow, and begins at 11:00am, with races starting at 1:00pm. Blackville Home & School…
Read MoreLife with Baby – Weekly Post Natal Group
Life with Baby Post Natal Group begins this Thursday, October 22, 2020 at the Blackville Community Centre at 1:00pm. The program will run until Christmas. If you would like to attend, you must pre-register with your full address and two contact numbers. This program is for babies 0 – 12 months old only. Please note…
Read MoreSpooktacular Fall Market set for October 24
The Spooktacular Fall Market takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Saint Andrews United Church Centre, 143 Main Street in Blackville. This is the second of four scheduled fall markets, and happens just one week before Halloween. The market is open from 10:00am until 2:00pm. There will be a wide selection of vendors under…
Read MoreNo Public Remembrance Day Service in Blackville
Due to the current global pandemic, there will be no public Remembrance Day service in Blackville this year. A small invite-only service will be held at the cenotaph at the Blackville Municipal Park with Legion members, the Blackville and Renous Fire Chiefs and a few dignitaries for the laying of wreaths. Total attendance will consist…
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