Posts by Les McLaughlin
Blackville author releases two books; Lilah MacKenzie now set to publish a fiction novel in April
She has been retired for six years, but Lilah MacKenzie of Blackville is a busy woman. She has released two books on Christianity in recent months, and a fiction novel entitled A Wounded Heart is set to appear in April. However, she simply views this activity as God’s call on her life. “The inspiration for…
Read MoreBlackville umpire steps on to international stage
Political unrest in Colombia almost cost Brian MacRae his first international assignment. Instead, the turmoil in the South American country has simply caused the long- time softball umpire from Blackville to rearrange his itinerary. MacRae will make his debut on the international softball stage next week in Hawaii as a member of the officiating crew…
Read MoreHistoric buildings – vacant but not empty
By Lynda MacGibbon Amazing grace, how sweet the sound …. The church was silent, but if I listened with my heart, I was certain I could hear voices singing, feet shuffling, the rustle of onion skin-thin pages turning. In front of me, the arched window framed a view of a deep, blue river, leafy birch…
Read MoreBlackville Lumber gets $2.6M upgrade to boost efficiency
A $2.6-million investment now allows Blackville Lumber to get 10 per cent more lumber from raw sawlogs. UPM-Kymmene Miramichi Inc., which owns the sawmill in Blackville, took about two months to install a new curve saw edger at the mill. The equipment scans the log better than the human eye, positions it for the best…
Read MoreMiramichi students involved in unique history project, Old photos being scanned and stored on Internet provide pictoral history of school districts
When Bob Gillis hears stories of people throwing out boxes of photos from their dearly-departed relative’s attic, he cringes. And when he hears high school students talking about American or world history, he shakes his head, wondering why they’re not talking about their own Canadian or New Brunswick past. That’s why he’s so revved up…
Read MoreFrom Blackville, N.B. to artistic director emeritus of Vancouver Opera, Irving Guttman has followed his passion for opera
Three weeks ago, Irving Guttman – already a holder of the Order of Canada – was named Artistic Director Emeritus of Vancouver Opera. So what, you may say to yourself. Who’s Irving Guttman? Never heard of him. And what’s Vancouver Opera to me? I don’t care. Well, there’s no reason why you should know or…
Read MoreCurtis nominated for Leacock Award
New Brunswick author and humourist Herb Curtis has been nominated for the prestigious Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour for his book Luther Corhern’s Salmon Camp Chronicles published by Goose Lane Editions. The Stephen Leacock Medal is awarded annually to an exceptional work of humour by a Canadian author. The medal has been awarded every…
Read MoreLocal figure skater receives 1999 Roly McLenahan Canada Games Award
FREDERICTON (CNB) – Pairs figure skaters Carolyne Forest and Bonard Muck are the winners of the 1999 Roly McLenahan Canada Games Award for their outstanding performance at the recent Canada Winter Games in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. The award was presented by Marcelle Mersereau, minister responsible for sport, recreation and active living for New Brunswick, during…
Read MoreTeam NB announced for 1999 Canada Winter Games
Municipalities and Housing Minister Marcelle Mersereau announced today the names of the members of Team New Brunswick who will represent the province at the 1999 Canada Winter Games, being held in Corner Brook, Nfld., Feb. 20 to March 6. Among the athletes selected is Blackville’s own Bonard Muck who will compete in the Figure Skating…
Read MoreOld Trinity Church in Blackville to be Dismantled
The movers came to Blackville this week. They came to tear the guts out of the old church. When they left, the old church looked almost untouched, except for the boarded- up windows and doors. But inside, it is completely hollow; the flooring, the pews, the ornaments – all gone. When the snow goes, when…
Read MoreOlympian honored in Blackville today. Silver medallist Kathy McCormack will be the star of parade in her honor
There’s one constant in Kathy McCormack’s life right now: she’s always on the go. “I’ve definitely racked up the frequent flyer points,” said the member of the Canada’s silver medal winning Olympic women’s hockey team. McCormack returned home to Blackville Tuesday but was back on the road to Fredericton the next day to deal with…
Read MoreBlackville area has Olympic fever Community pride booms with Kathy McCormack in Japan
Kathy McCormack may be trying to become an Olympic gold medalist. But she has already become a symbol of community spirit in her hometown. McCormack’s membership on the first-ever Canadian women’s Olympic hockey team has brought out the best in the people of Blackville and the surrounding communities. “It’s done wonders for the community,” said…
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