Blackville
Miramichi River Valley Celebrates Canada Day with Parade in Blackville
Miramichi River Valley’s Canada Day Parade drew large crowds on Tuesday, July 1, in Blackville with people lining the streets to take in the many floats and show their support for local groups and organizations. This year’s parade featured a strong number of entries, making it one of the biggest in recent memory. Winners of…
Read MoreLas Vegas Worlds Fundraiser Slo-Pitch Tournament set for July 4-5 in Blackville
A coed slo-pitch softball tournament will take place at the Blackville Ball Field (5 Underwood Drive) on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5, in support of two local athletes heading to the world stage. The event is a fundraiser for Greg Hallihan and teammate Morgan Jobes, who will be participating in the World Championships…
Read MoreBlackville Credit Union Hosting Annual Meeting July 15
Blackville Credit Union will host their Annual Meeting on Tuesday, July 15 at 6:30 pm at the Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office, 12 South Bartholomew Road in Blackville. All members are welcome to attend. For more information about Blackville Credit Union, visit their website at blackvillecu.ca or Facebook page at Facebook.com/BlackvilleCreditUnion
Read MoreRequest for Quotation: Sewer Line Repair on Station Street in Blackville
The Municipality of Miramichi River Valley is requesting quotes from qualified contractors for the repair and replacement of a section of sewer service line on Station Street in Blackville. IMPORTANT: Quotes will be accepted at the municipal office, 12 South Bartholomew Road until Wednesday, July 2 at 3:00pm. Sewer Line Repair Station Street: Job Scope…
Read MorePrime Café Space for Lease at Miramichi River Valley Tourism Centre in Blackville
The Miramichi River Valley Tourism Information Centre has a prime space available for lease—ideal for someone looking to open a small cafĂ©, bakery, or eatery. Located in a high-traffic area and right next to the ATV trails where visitors and locals alike stop in. This spot offers fantastic potential to serve up great drinks, treats,…
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 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 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…
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