Northumberland Free Press

A local francophone community and cultural centre has received an infusion of cash from the municipality this year and has been approved for an annual grant starting next year. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/annual-grant…

Changes are afoot to the city’s council salaries and allowances bylaw to reflect the one-time change recently approved for the mayor, deputy mayor, and councillors’ annual compensation. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/council-to-t…

In his latest Poetry Corner submission, John Vickers writes about how the seasons are still changing subtly, even when winter's grip seems too tight. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/vickers-alon…

A decommissioned fire hall in the former village of Loggieville will soon be sold to a local business for $1,500 more than the appraised value. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/council-note…

The Miramichi Historical Society will host its third annual Women of Accomplishment Evening on Friday at 7 p.m. at the St. James and St. John United Church Centre. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/historical-s…

A new interprovincial partnership involving the charitable arm of the Toronto Blue Jays is expected to boost support for youth sports in New Brunswick. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/province-par…

The Free Press’ latest editorial explores the merits of repurposing the Anderson Bridge for recreational use instead of demolishing it. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/editorial-re…

While it’s rare for a team’s season to end by losing more than one best-of-seven series, the Miramichi Mike’s Bar and Grill Northmen suffered that fate in the Beauséjour Senior Hockey League playoffs this year. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/northmen-swe…

The Northumberland Free Press’ first editorial points out why it’s problematic for elected officials to abstain from decisions without having a conflict of interest, simply to protect their future political aspirations. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/editorial-ab…

News of the Monster of the Miramichi's death this week saw many residents heave a sigh of relief. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/vickers-a-co…

The city’s first race for mayor in a decade has seen its first candidate declare intentions to run more than a week before nominations open for this spring’s municipal election. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/arsenault-to…

A former highway bridge on the city’s outskirts that was damaged in a collision and replaced with a new span last year won’t be repurposed for off-road and active transportation uses. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/anderson-bri…

In his latest Poetry Corner submission, Gary Bernard reflects on the often-overlooked aspects of conflicts in light of the recent attacks on Iran. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/bernard-is-w…

A federally funded wildfire risk assessment for the City of Miramichi has identified “substantive” hazard levels in the municipality, according to the consultant leading the study. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/wildfire-stu…

The city’s next mayor and council will receive a pay increase upon taking office this spring. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/council-oks-…

An outdoor rink that’s long been a fixture in the former town of Chatham will soon be renamed in honour of a volunteer who has helped keep it open for years. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/rink-to-be-r…

In his latest Poetry Corner submission, John Vickers writes about conflict and how we can seek peace, even when negativity is mainstream. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/vickers-in-t…

A property in the city’s Nordin neighbourhood that’s already being used for parking for a medical clinic could soon be rezoned to permit that use permanently. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/council-note…

A comedian who achieved fame on TV in the 1990s and has since appeared in several shows and movies will soon perform in Miramichi as part of a cross-Canada tour. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/stompin-come…

The death of serial killer Allan Legere marks the end of “a dark chapter” in the Miramichi region’s history, the city’s mayor says. northumberlandfreepress.substack.com/p/serial-kille…