Blackville Pins Economic Hopes on Shale Gas

Blackville Mayor Glenn Hollowood and Coun. Hal Muck are hopeful the shale gas industry could keep young people in the village.

Blackville is a small village on the Southwest Miramichi River where local residents pride themselves on the rich salmon pools that draw anglers from across the globe. That sport fishing industry provides seasonal employment for some of Blackville’s citizens, but many are worried about the village’s long-term economic survival. The issue of shale gas exploration…

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Remembering Our Veterans e-Book

In honour of all the brave men and women that fought for our freedom, Memories of Blackville is paying tribute to local veterans this week. Available now, is a 445 page e-publication “Remembering Our Veterans” featuring the local heroes who defended our country during World War I, World War II and the Korean War.  Click…

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