Renous/Quarryville Fire Department Donates $500 to Percy’s Place

The Renous/Quarryville Volunteer Fire Department has recently donated $500 to Percy’s Place Hospice. Fire Chief Dwain Hallihan and Captain Dan MacVicar presented the donation earlier this month, which was made possible through the department’s monthly breakfast fundraiser. The breakfasts, held on the third Saturday of each month at the fire station, raises funds to support…

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IAFF Local 5087 to Host NB Firefighter’s Provincial Curling Tournament in Miramichi

From January 17-19, the IAFF Local 5087 Miramichi Professional Firefighters Association will host the NB Firefighter’s Metalfab Provincial Curling Tournament at the Miramichi Curling Club. Firefighters from across New Brunswick will gather to compete for the opportunity to advance to the National Curling Tournament in 2026. Representing Miramichi River Valley will be teams from Sunny…

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Newly Established Regional Destination Marketing Organization (RDMO) Seeks Board Members

As part of the municipal reform in New Brunswick, the roles of Regional Service Commissions (RSCs) were expanded in 2023 to include regional tourism promotion. Historically, tourism in the Greater Miramichi Region has been promoted under the “Discover Miramichi” brand, originally managed by the Miramichi River Tourism Association (MRTA). The City of Miramichi inherited the…

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Miramichi Ground Search and Rescue Introduces Project Lifesaver Program for Vulnerable Individuals

The Miramichi Ground Search and Rescue has made available the following information about their Project Lifesaver Program. What is Project Lifesaver?While anyone can become lost outside, it is important to recognize that some of our most vulnerable community members are at a higher risk due to cognitive conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Autism, and brain…

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Santa Claus Parade of Lights set for December 7 in Blackville

The Blackville Fire Department will host their annual Santa Claus Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 7. The parade kicks off at the former Hooked ‘n Cooked parking lot, 208 Main Street at 4:30pm and proceeds along Main Street to the fire hall, where Santa Claus will hand out treats and hot chocolate. Float participants are asked to line up at…

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Blackville and Renous Fire Halls Offer Support to Residents Affected by Snowstorm

In response to the recent snowstorm, the Blackville and Renous Fire Halls are open to those without power. Residents in need of warmth, a place to charge their phones, access to water, or other essential services are encouraged to stop by either location. Blackville Fire DepartmentAddress: 54 Main Street, BlackvilleEntry: Please use the side door.Additional…

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