Women’s Institute Christmas Craft & Bake Sale a Success

The Women’s Institute Christmas Craft and Bake Sale has become a highlight of the Christmas shopping season in Blackville. The annual event, held yesterday at the Blackville Community Centre, was a huge success with lots of shoppers out looking to get a head-start on their Christmas shopping. Over a dozen vendors were on hand, selling…

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Andrew Hawkes Sworn in as Blackville’s New Mayor

Andrew Hawkes was sworn-in on Friday as Blackville’s new mayor, replacing interim mayor Matt Sturgeon who held the position since May. Sturgeon returns to his previous position as councillor and deputy mayor. Hawkes won a commanding mandate in last week’s election by garnering 72% of the vote. He took the oath of office in a…

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Matt Sturgeon Reflects on time as Blackville Mayor

Election Day, on October 28th, signals a new beginning for the office of Blackville mayor – a post that interim mayor Matt Sturgeon held since May, when Hal Muck stepped down from the position. In a letter published today, Matt reflects on his time as mayor and his return to his previous position as councilor…

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Mayoral Candidates Share Vision for Blackville’s Future

With less than two weeks before the municipal by-election, mayoral candidates Andy Hawkes and Glen Hollowood shared their vision for Blackville’s future in separate letters mailed to village residents today. Andy Hawkes Dear Residents of Blackville, My name is Andy Hawkes and I am a candidate for mayor of Blackville in the upcoming by-election. I…

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Blackville to Vote New Mayor

Residents of the village of Blackville will head to the polls later this month to vote in a by-election for the mayoralty. Former mayor Glen Hollowood and resident Andrew Hawkes are in the running to become Blackville’s next mayor. The village has been served by interim mayor Matt Sturgeon since May, when Hal Muck stepped…

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New Playground Equipment Installed

Children in the village of Blackville and surrounding areas are excited about the upgrades and additions to the recreational facilities in the community. During the first week of September, new equipment was purchased and installed at the Blackville Municipal Park. The upgrades were made possible from funding received from the Province of New Brunswick in…

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New Fire Hall Design Unveiled

At a public meeting held earlier this week at the Blackville Community Centre, representatives from Crandall, along with Mayor Matt Sturgeon and Councillors Cindy Ross and Christopher Hennessy, unveiled sketches and blueprints of the new fire hall. Village clerk Kurt Marks was also in attendance. The meeting, led by Mayor Sturgeon and Crandall’s Pierre Plourde,…

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Back to School Bash a Success

Last weekend’s Back To School Bash sponsored by the Blackville Home & School Association was a complete success. Both movies on Friday night were well attended and enjoyed by everyone. A huge crowd showed up for the yard and bake sale, with lots of goodies and great deals to be found. Saturday afternoon’s gorgeous weather…

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Drive 4UR School Raises $4,400 for BHS

Late last Spring, the local school student council, along with Towne Ford Sales & Service Ltd., hosted a Drive 4UR School fundraising event. For every test drive taken at Blackville High School, Ford Motor Company donated $20 for the school to use on various activities and learning opportunities. In total, 222 people participated in the…

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