Municipal
Notice Regarding Road Conditions throughout Miramichi River Valley
We are aware of the road conditions in our area including Route 420. A meeting was held with the Department of Transportation this week to discuss the issues. The Department of Transportation has sent information and a proposal to the province. They are waiting to see what funding is available and a time frame to…
Read MoreNotice: Miramichi River Valley Council Meetings
The Miramichi River Valley council will meet in regular session on the second Wednesday of each month. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers at the Blackville Community Center, 12 Bartholomew Road South. All regular meetings are open to the public. January’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 11. If you wish…
Read MoreHappy New Year
The mayor and council of Miramichi River Valley wish you a healthy and prosperous New Year. May the coming year bring new beginnings, opportunities and adventures. Kevin Russell, Mayor • Dwain Hallihan, Councillor • Morgan Vickers, Councillor • Sharon Vickers, Councillor • Jeffrey Sheasgreen, Councillor • Darlene Gillespie, Councillor • Amanda Brennan, Councillor
Read MoreChristmas Message
Christmas is a season of great joy: a time for remembering the past and hoping for the future. May the glorious message of peace and love fill you with joy this wonderful season. The mayor and council of the village of Blackville wishes you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Read MoreOath of Office Ceremony Held for newly elected council of Miramichi River Valley
The Oath of Office ceremony for the newly formed Rural Community of Miramichi River Valley was held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at the Blackville Community Centre. CAO and clerk of Miramichi River Valley, Tina Hayes took a moment to speak to the outgoing Blackville council, “I want to thank you for your dedication and…
Read MoreOath of Office for Rural Community of Miramichi River Valley Set for December 13
The oath of office ceremony, for the newly formed Rural Community of Miramichi River Valley mayor and council elect, will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 7:30pm. This ceremony is open to the public and takes place at the Blackville Community Centre, 12 South Bartholomew Road. This event will see the swearing-in of…
Read MoreMiramichi River Valley Election Results
The polls have closed and the residents of the newly formed Miramichi River Valley have elected their municipal council. Kevin Russell has been appointed Mayor by acclimation. One councillor was elected for each of the three wards that Miramichi River Valley is comprised of. The elected councillor for Ward 1 is Jeffrey Sheasgreen with 369…
Read MoreMiramichi River Valley Election Information
Advance voting for the November 28 local government and rural district advisory committee elections takes place this Saturday, November 19, and on Monday, November 21. Polls will be open on both days from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. You can also vote on Election Day, Monday, November 28. New Brunswickers are encouraged to bring their…
Read MoreNotice of Election: Entity 22
Next month, the majority of New Brunswickers will go to the polls to vote in local government elections taking place on November 28, 2022. While municipal elections normally take place every four years in May, these elections are the result of a significant undertaking by the Department of Environment and Local Government to restructure and…
Read MoreInterpretive Trail Installed at Blackville Park
A new self-guided trail has been installed at Blackville Municipal Park this week. The one-kilometer Miramichi River Interpretive Walk features signage created by Halifax-based company Sperry Design. Currently the trail can be accessed from within the park near the train bridge. A recently added wooded path connects to the main trail system that was paved…
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