Miramichi River Valley Summer Hours Now in Effect

The Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office is now open from 8:00am until 12:00pm and from 12:15pm until 4:00pm from Monday to Thursday and from 8:00am until 12:00pm on Fridays until the end of August.  Regular hours will resume in September. The Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office is located at 12 South Bartholomew Road in Blackville. You…

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Notice of Rescheduled Council Meeting

Please be advised that the Miramichi River Valley Municipal Council Meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 3 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 10 due to a scheduling conflict. The meeting will take place at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Blackville Community Center, located at 12 South Bartholomew Road.

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Statement Regarding the Blackville Community Garden

To the residents of Miramichi River Valley, We want to take a moment to reaffirm our support and appreciation for the Blackville Community Garden and all those involved in its development and care. The garden is a valuable asset to our community—a place where neighbors come together, where growth is nurtured, and where shared purpose…

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Rural Planning Open House set for May 14 in Blackville

Join the Greater Miramichi Service Commission for their first-ever Rural Planning Open House. An opportunity to ask questions, learn about rural planning, and take part in meaningful conversations!  Date: Wednesday, May 14th Time: 4pm – 7pm Location: Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office, 12 South Bartholomew Road, Blackville What to Expect:  Discussion on Rural Plans: Learn about the…

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Weekly Garbage Collection Begins June 5 for Blackville Residents; Remaining Miramichi River Valley Communities Begins in July

NOTE: Weekly summer garbage collection in Blackville begins earlier and ends later than in other communities within Miramichi River Valley. This difference is due to varying tax rates among communities. Blackville residents, who pay a higher rate, fund the additional months of service within their community limits. For the summer months of June, July, August,…

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Oath of Office Ceremony Held May 1; Ray Croft & Paula Hare Sworn in as new councillors for Miramichi River Valley

The Oath of Office ceremony for two new councillors of the Rural Community of Miramichi River Valley was held on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Mayor Kevin E. Russell greeted the crowd and welcomed Ray Croft and Paula Hare to the municipal council. The new councillors fill positions previously held by Dwain Hallihan and Jeffrey Sheasgreen,…

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