Health & Wellness
Heat Warning in Effect for Miramichi River Valley
A hot and humid airmass is settling over our region and will persist for the next few days. Conditions are expected to improve by Friday. For Wednesday, humidex values of 40 to 41 are expected across parts of Miramichi River Valley. Tuesday, July 15:High of 31°C, with a humidex near 38. Wednesday, July 16:High of…
Read MoreShare Your Voice: UNB Study Seeks Rural Atlantic Canadians for Mental Health Research
A study at the University of New Brunswick is recruiting individuals who live in rural communities in Atlantic Canada to examine their experiences seeking and receiving mental health treatment. They are looking for individuals who have and have not received mental health treatment. The study will take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete and participants will…
Read MoreBlackville Night Market Returns for Summer Season this Saturday, June 14
The Blackville Night Market is back again at the Miramichi River Valley Tourist Information Centre this summer. Held bi-weekly on Wednesday evenings (and some Saturdays!), the market features fresh produce and eggs, handmade crafts, homemade goods and treats, delicious food, face-painting, live entertainment by local musicians, 50/50 draws and more! The markets take place on the following dates: Remember to bring…
Read MoreFree Composting Workshop to be held June 5 in Blackville
A free composting workshop will be held on Thursday, June 5 at 6:00 pm at the Blackville Community Centre, 12 South Bartholomew Road. Join the Greater Miramichi Regional Service Commission – Solid Waste Services for a free backyard composting workshop. Composters, vermicomposters and Green Cone Digesters will be sold at a reduced cost to workshop…
Read MoreSoup’s On set for Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hall in Blackville April 8
Soup’s On takes place at Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hall, 293 Main Street in Blackville on Tuesday, April 8. This program is open to everyone of any age and is free of charge. Please note that there will be no Soups On on April 15 due to Holy Week. Remaining Dates and Locations: (lunch is served…
Read MoreNationally Accredited Paramedic Program to begin in Miramichi in July
Omni Life Support is excited to announce the launch of its second campus and the expansion of its Nationally Accredited Paramedic Program to Miramichi! Program Details: The Primary Care Paramedic Diploma program is an intensive 12-month blend of classroom, lab, an ambulance preceptorship, and a clinical practicum. OLS Academy students benefit from instruction that is…
Read MoreApplications for low-income seniors’ benefit now available
To assist low-income seniors in New Brunswick, the government offers an annual benefit to qualifying applicants. Applications for the 2025 Low-Income Seniors’ Benefit are now available. Eligible New Brunswickers are encouraged to apply online or print the application, complete it and mail it to: Accounts PayableService New BrunswickP. O. Box 1900Fredericton, N.B. E3B 5G4. Application…
Read MoreSoup’s On set for United Pentecostal Church in Gray Rapids April 1
Soup’s On takes place at the United Pentecostal Church, 958 Route 118 in Gray Rapids on Tuesday, April 1. The popular community luncheon program continues weekly until April 22. See below for remaining dates and locations. This program is open to everyone of any age and is free of charge. Dates and Locations: (lunch is served…
Read MoreUpcoming CLELN Session on Gender-Based Violence & Homelessness
A discussion session for individuals with lived experience of Homelessness, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Violence Against Women (VAW), and Sexual Assault will take place on Friday, March 28th, from 1:00–2:30 PM ET on Zoom. Details: This initiative aims to create a safe space for discussion and contribute to policy and program improvements.…
Read MoreMarch Break Public Skating at Tom Donovan Arena in Renous
The Tom Donovan Arena is Renous will host public skating on several days during March Break. Admission is $3 per skater. Schedule The Tom Donovan Arena is located at 4 Young Lane in Renous. For updates, visit Renous Arena on Facebook.
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