Municipal
Blackville Rec. Council Hosting Slow Pitch Tournament. Volunteers Needed
The Blackville Recreation Council is hosting a Slow Pitch Tournament on Friday, August 6 and Saturday, August 7. The tournament takes place at the Blackville Ball Park. There will be 50/50 draws and the canteen will be open. Funds raised will go towards the installation of an outdoor basketball court in the village. Admission is…
Read MoreVillage of Blackville Mayoral and Councillor Duties Assigned
Effective June 7, 2021, the village of Blackville mayoral and councillor duties and responsibilities have been assigned. Mayor Ian Fortune is responsible for Finance, Publicity & Promotion, Public Works, Regional Service Commission and Park. Mayor Fortune can be reached at 624-3509. Deputy Mayor Denver Brennan‘s duties include Park, Dog Control, Recreation Council and Ambulance NB.…
Read MoreNewly Elected Blackville Council Sworn In
The newly elected Blackville Village Council was installed in a small ceremony Monday night at the Blackville Community Centre. The event, normally open to the public, was invitation-only due to current COVID-19 regulations. Ian Fortune was sworn in as mayor, replacing outgoing mayor Christopher Hennessy, while Denver Brennan was installed as deputy mayor, replacing Fortune…
Read MoreBear Season: Tips to avoiding encounters or problems with black bears
There have been reports of black bears in the area and the Department of Natural Resources has provided tips to avoid encounters or problems with black bears. Anyone who encounters an aggressive bear, has a recurring or persistent nuisance problem, or suffers property damage from a black bear is advised to contact the local office…
Read MoreNotice Regarding Oath of Office for Blackville Council
The oath of office ceremony of Blackville mayor and council elect will be held on Monday, June 7, 2021. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this event will not be open to the public. This event will see the swearing-in of new mayor Ian Fortune and councillors Denver Brennan, Cindy Underhill (incumbent), Cindy Ross (incumbent) and Amanda…
Read MoreVillage of Blackville Municipal Election Results
The polls have closed for the remainder of the province of New Brunswick and the residents of Blackville have elected a new village council. Ian Fortune has been appointed Mayor with a total of 365 votes. Mayoral candidate Eric Walls received 187 votes. The elected councillors are Denver Brennan with 385 votes, Cindy Underhill (inc.) with…
Read MoreReminder: Complete the 2021 Census
The 2021 Census of Population day was Tuesday, May 11 however the online portal is still open and Statistics Canada is still accepting questionnaires online and on paper. The census enumerates the entire Canadian population and over 15 million households are expected to complete the census this year. If you haven’t completed your questionnaire yet,…
Read MoreNotice: Municipal Election Results to be Released May 25
As New Brunswickers in most of the province voted yesterday for municipal council, district education council and regional health authority board elections, Elections New Brunswick is finalizing steps for the release of provincewide election results on May 25. “As directed under paragraph 4(1)(e) of An Act Respecting Municipal General Elections in 2021, I have ordered municipal…
Read MoreMunicipal Election Voter Information
The village of Blackville municipal election will be held on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall, 105 Main Street. Advance polls will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021 and Monday, May 3, 2021, also at Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall. Polls are open from 10:00am to 8:00pm on all…
Read MoreFormer Blackville Fireman William Kennedy Dies at 62
Former Blackville firefighter William “Billy” Kennedy passed away suddenly at the Miramichi Regional Hospital on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the age of 62. Born in Blackville, he was the son of the late Eldon and Grace Kennedy. Billy was a Captain of the Miramichi Fire Department and served as a firefighter since his beginning…
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