Posts by Miramichi River Valley
Blackville Circle K Collecting Donations for Families of Recent Tragedy
Blackville Circle K is collecting monetary donations for the families of Ty Croft, Kobe Curtis and Denver Jardine. Amanda Brennan, store manager, says it’s the least they can do, “Our thoughts and prayers are going out to all of the families affected by the recent tragedy in our community. We have decided to display a…
Read MoreGrief Counsellors Available at Blackville Clinic
In the aftermath of the tragic accident that occurred in Blackville this past weekend, the Blackville Health Centre is offering grief counselling at the clinic at 2 Shaffer Lane. This service is available to all. Walk-ins are welcome (you will be screened at the door), however calling beforehand is preferred. Hours vary – please call…
Read MoreLocal Job Opportunities: Workers Needed in Blackville Area
A number of part time and full time jobs are available in Blackville and surrounding area. Blackville Special Care Home is hiring part time staff (care home workers). Applicants must be 19 years or older, pass a criminal record check and have First Aid/CPR. Please contact Eric Walls via Facebook for more information: https://www.facebook.com/eric.walls.73. KRT…
Read MoreFuneral Announcements for Ty Croft, Kobe Curtis and Denver Jardine
Funeral details for local teens who passed away accidentally early Sunday morning in Blackville. Ty Croft Ty William Croft of Main Street, Blackville passed away on Sunday at the age of 17. Born in Moncton, NB, he was the son of Cora-Lee and Dana Croft. He was a student and a member of St. Andrew’s…
Read MoreJake Stewart Re-Elected in South West Miramichi – Bay du Vin
Progressive Conservative MLA Jake Stewart has won his riding of South West Miramichi – Bay du Vin for a fourth consecutive term. The Blackville resident was first elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick in the 2010 provincial election. Blackville born Josh McCormack, the Liberal Party candidate for South West Miramichi – Bay du…
Read MoreStatement from Mayor Hennessy Regarding Blackville Fatal Collision
Statement from Blackville Mayor Chris Hennessy: Today’s events are those of which no one or no community can prepare for. Our community in the coming days will mourn together, grieve together, cry together and share memories and thoughts together. Together as a community we will support each other in any way we know how, and…
Read MoreThree teenage boys killed in single-vehicle crash in Blackville
The Blackville RCMP is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred in Blackville, N.B. On September 13, 2020, shortly before 2:30 a.m., police responded to a crash that happened on Route 8. The crash is believed to have occurred when the car travelling northbound on Route 8 crossed the median, left the road and struck a retaining wall. A 17 year-old boy from White…
Read MoreBlackville Tragedy: Grief Counsellors Available at High School
Due to the tragedy that happened early this morning in Blackville, Blackville High School would like to inform students and parents of the school community that the school will be open today, Sunday, September 13 at 2:00 p.m. for anyone who would like to attend. Counsellors and staff will be on hand for support. Please…
Read MoreBlackville Credit Union Hosting 83rd Annual General Meeting
The Blackville Credit Union is hosting their eighty-third Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. The event will be held at Saint Andrews United Church Hall, 143 Main Street beginning at 7:00pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines, there will be no meal provided and a limited number of seats are available. If you…
Read MoreChristopher Sturgeon Named Blackville Fire Department Chief
Christopher Sturgeon was named Fire Chief of the Blackville Fire Department in January 2020. Sturgeon has been with the fire department for eleven years and previously held the position of deputy fire chief. Matt Sturgeon has been appointed deputy. Former Fire Chief Garth Underhill retired from the Blackville Fire Department in December 2019 after more…
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