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Zellers set to close early next year BY TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff
Zellers will be added to the growing list of major retail stores shutting its doors in Trail as its parent company announced closures of most of its remaining stores in Canada on Thursday. Tiffany Bourre, Hudson’s Bay Company external communications manager, confirmed the venerable company will close its 64 remaining Zellers stores in Canada that aren’t being converted to Target stores. Notice of the change was delivered to the 85 employees at the Trail location—and 6,400 people nationwide—Thursday morning, but no indication was given as to the future of the Trail franchise. “We’re looking at options right now,” said Bourre when contacted by the Trail Daily Times. While no firm date has been given for any of the closures, Bourre said the stores won’t be open beyond next March, 2013. Bourre said each of the affected Zellers stores was no longer considered viable, including the Trail location, which had been open in the city for over 30 years. However, the company hasn’t ruled out the possibility of maintaining some store locations like Trail and opening it under another retail banner. When several current Zellers employees were asked about the closure, as well as Waneta Plaza manager Linda MacDermid, they declined to comment. Earlier this year, Bourre quelled a rumour that Zellers was closing its plaza location after news that 84 former stores were acquired by Target. That same month Your Dollar Store closed in downtown Trail, while Liquidation World was liquidated in 2010. If the closure goes through, it will be the second HBC-owned store to exit the Silver City in less than one year. In early spring, HBC closed the downtown location of its Fields store, part of a nationwide closure of 141 stores. Fields, like the Zellers outlet, was a valuepriced merchandise store that sold apparel, home, health and beauty products. “We currently don’t have any plans to open another HBC banner (in Trail) and we don’t know what the landlord’s plans are for that store location,” said Bourre after Fields was closed.
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A railing rebuild had Barry Schmidt out and on the job Thursday near Jubilee Park as he welded on a new section of pipe. Luckily the shade of nearby trees shielded Schmidt from the hot, mid-morning sun that was mustering its forces to bake the city.
Soldier’s plight heard by Veterans Affairs BY TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff
The battle has been won for a Trail army veteran after he received word from Veterans Affairs about obtaining full pension and benefits after a Trail Daily Times story brought his plight to light. When a story on Dolan Magrath was first published in late April, the 47-year-old third generation army man had been at his wit’s end fighting to secure enough of a pension for his family before his ailing body— injured while serving in the Army for 10 years—
gave out. Magrath had been clashing with government officials for 15 years since he was given a medical discharge from the Canadian Armed Forces in 1997. When he brought his story to the Daily Times he had also been preparing to meet with Alex Atamanenko, the region’s Member of Parliament. “I challenged the system for many years before I got my battle ironed out, two weeks after the article came out,” he said. Magrath received confirmation of full
pension and benefits from Veteran’s Affairs in a letter, without an explanation of why they had taken so long to do so. Atamanenko, who had been working “behind the scenes” to remedy Magrath’s situation, cautioned him not to seek an apology. Initially, Magrath sought an apology for the 1992 incident in which he was injured. “(Atamanenko) said it’s more important that I got benefits … instead of the government admitting wrong doing,” he said. “That would be a bigger fish
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After a 15-year battle, Dolan Magrath will be getting his full pension and benefits from Veterans Affairs. to catch.” Atamanenko took Magrath’s case up with the Ministry of National
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Above, a Hughes photograph of Pine Avenue towards the smelter in the 1930s. The Hughes Studio (below) was located on Cedar Avenue
Hughes brothers captured Trail’s early years The Trail Historical Society has kindly offered photos and stories related to the history of Trail. The Trail Historical Society Archives holds over 12,000 photographs of Trail and surrounding area taken by both professional and amateur photographers. A significant portion of the collection was taken by the Hughes Studio, a photograph business that operated in Trail from the early 1920’s until after WWII. The business was owned by brothers Robert and Leslie Hughes, who had emigrated from England. Robert settled in Trail in the early 1920’s and established a photography business. His brother joined him in 1924. The business was located at 1358 Cedar Avenue, adjacent the Liberty Theatre, and was named Hughes Bros. and Hughes
Studio. Robert left the business in 1938 and moved to Vancouver. Leslie continued to operate until retirement in 1945. He died on December 17, 1948 in Nelson. Robert died on June 30, 1953 in Vancouver. In the mid 1930’s, Famous Players, owner of the Liberty, purchased the Hughes property to expand the theatre (to be called the Strand). In exchange for the property they built a business block for Hughes, appropriately called the Hughes Block (check for the historical plaque on the front of the building). The building currently houses a number of businesses and offices. Both brothers were excellent photographers and their photos identified the importance of Trail to the economy of the West Kootenay area and the province.
They chronicle the growth of our community over the two most important decades in the City’s history (1920’s & 1930’s). Among the Hughes Brothers collection are a number of large panoramic photos of the City and the CM&S smelter operations. These photos, taken with a special camera,
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vary in length from 3 to 5 feet and 6 to 8 inches in depth. The Society has recently been successful in obtaining funding to digitize these very unique photographs. They will be featured on the Society’s website shortly for the public to enjoy the artistry of Robert and Leslie Hughes, who have left
us with a valuable visual record of our community’s growth and development. Pick up your copy “Trail Journal of Local History,� and support the Trail Historical Society. Find it at the Society’s office in Trail City Hall, on the website www.trailhistory.com and at Crockett Books in Waneta Plaza.
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REGIONAL CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES
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Third body recovered from landslide site BY MEGAN COLE Nelson Star
The body of Rachel Webber, 17, was recovered from the Johnsons Landing landslide Wednesday. The BC Coroners Service resumed the search at the site on Wednesday after concluding the first phase of the operation earlier this week. “I am very please to report that Webber’s body was recovered [Wednesday night] at 6 p.m.,” said chief coroner Lisa Lapointe on Thursday morning via telephone press conference. “We found her in fairly close proximity to where her father and sister were located.” The bodies of Valentine and Diana Webber were found last week near their home, but after six days of searches the coroners service took time to reassess the area and how to proceed. “As we reported earlier this week we will not be revisiting the area of Petra Frehse’s home,” said Lapointe. “The damage in that area was devastating. We determined that there was no meaningful chance of recovery at that site.” Kaslo search and rescue continued to be on site this week working with the Coroners Service along with local RCMP. The bodies of Diane and Valentine have been released to their family and the body of Rachel will be released following positive identification. The Coroners Service will not be returning to the landslide that destroyed Johnsons Landing earlier this month.
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Bear put down BY ARNE PETRYSHEN Rossland News
A taste for garbage and city life led to the destruction of a small cinnamon bear recently. The bear was first sighted in May, said Sharon Wieder, Rossland Bear Aware coordinator. “People mentioned it and they were saying it was small and they thought it was a cub,“ Wieder said, adding that some thought it was orphaned because they didn’t see a mother bear around. Wieder got a call in June about the bear and a chance to see it. “Somebody called in and said the bear was seen around Pinewood on garbage day,” she said. “They tried to shoo it away from the garbage, but it was still there.” The bear was regularly seen around neighbourhoods on garbage days, around Ferraro Foods and downtown. Wieder said the bear had probably been habituated for awhile. “Given how old she was and her behaviour... Given the fact that she was not afraid of people,” she said. “People commented that she wandered around like a stray dog and wasn’t the least bit aggressive. “So my guess is she was probably raised in town by her mother and had just become used to being around town.”
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Rossland’s Columbia Avenue continues to undergo its major makeover. Sidewalk removal is planned for next week.
Water levels dropping but concern remains high BY TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff
The waters of the Columbia River are now dropping but its level is still creating a concern for communities in the lower reaches of its valley. The City of Trail continues advising residents “to exercise extreme caution in and around the shoreline of the Columbia River” as it persists at one of its most torrid rates in over 50 years. The river’s current level still means some properties in the Silver City’s downtown core could take on water in their basements through basement floor drains, or experience other seepage due to the high water table. That concern is expected to remain as the river’s level stays high, said BC Hydro’s stakeholder engagement advisor Jennifer Walker-Larsen. “Inflows across the Columbia/Kootenay system remain relatively high for this time of year and … (high) flows are expected to continue until late July or early August,” she said in her daily river report. A smattering of rainfall in the northern areas of the Columbia River basin showed only marginal response in
the level in the reservoirs upstream, she noted. Drier conditions are now expected to exist in the region for the remainder of the week. An expected one-foot rise in the river on Sunday never materialized, Walker-Larsen noted, although the city’s lower reaches and the downtown core still have an advisory in place from the City of Trail. “Property owners in the downtown should take action to remove any valuable materials or items stored in their basements,” stated a warning on the city’s website. BC Hydro has maintained discharges at Hugh Keenleyside dam resulting in flows of the Columbia River of 209,000 cubic feet (ft3) per second, receding from its peak of 215,000 ft3 per second on the weekend. Currently, the flow level at Birchbank is the highest recorded to date since the construction of the Columbia River Treaty storage dams. This flow, however, is still well below the pre-dam peak level in 1961, said WalkerLarsen. “BC Hydro expects to maintain the flow as recorded at Birchbank at no higher than
215,000 ft3 per second unless runoff conditions change significantly,” she said. The increase in flows to 225,000 ft3 per second on Sunday had been warned— which would have increased the elevation of the Columbia River by approximately one foot—but never happened. Barring weather events, the water’s elevation of the Columbia River should not increase further this summer, Walker-Larsen explained. But, depending on inflows around the ColumbiaKootenay system, high reservoir levels and Columbia River flows are expected to continue until late July or
early August. The Greater Trail region’s emergency operations centre is still activated to deal with the high level of the Columbia River. T he move last week was predicated after BC Hydro announced that, due to heavy rainfall events above the Mica Dam, increased amounts of water needed to be released into the Columbia River. For further information, contact Alan Stanley, RDKB public information officer, at 250-368-1648. Further updates on the river’s rise will be posted on the City of Trail website www. trail.ca.
No help with treatment FROM PAGE 1 For years the Department of Veterans Affairs has been reluctant to pay for Magrath’s medical treatment after he was discharged. Not recognizing his injury while in service, Magrath could not get treatment for his injuries while the army contended he was in fine physical form. Since his herniated back condition was left untreated in 1992, Magrath has had
seven pensionable conditions built upon his original injury. Magrath’s stems from an incident that occurred in Cyprus while serving as a gunner reservist with the 1st Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery on a peacekeeping mission in 1992. He hurt his back but the armed forces denied the severity of the injury—which left Magrath unable to work in his 40s—and his right to a livable pension.
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THE CANADIAN PRESS HALIFAX - Canada’s premiers and territorial leaders have agreed to buy generic drugs together in an effort to save health care costs. The premiers released a report Thursday that lists ways of saving money while delivering services they say will make the health system more efficient. One of the measures they have agreed to implement is to buy three to five generic drugs in bulk. Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall, who co-wrote the report with Premier Robert Ghiz of Prince Edward Island, said those drugs would be identified in the fall and the provinces and territories would begin buying them next spring. “We pay a lot more for generic drugs in Canada than, for example, in the U.S.,� Wall told a news conference. “We’ve got to fix that.� The premiers also agreed to examine clinical practice guidelines throughout Canada to determine whether certain surgeries may be unnecessary, there-
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t a pleasant social event recently, a guest with a personal connection to Trail city council asked me “Do you like Trail?” This is a variation of the query/comment, “Why do you hate Trail? which surfaced occasionally over the course of my career with the Times after I wrote something critical of council. It reflects a curiously imperial view as it implies that council, the corporate entity of the City of Trail, and the community are one and the same. Although, after 32 years as a resident of the area there are days that I feel stranger than others as I walk these streets of faded dreams, Greater Trail is my home of choice. Happily, my relations with various Trail mayors and councillors over the years have been most cordial, even as I was guided by the notion that my task was to report and comment on their doings, not fall in love with them. So, in an unnecessary effort to prove my bona fides, here is, in no particular order, my far from
exhaustive list of the glories of Trail: • Standing on the banks of the river, watching the Mighty Columbia flow. Deep, swift and mysterious, the river divides Trail and brings all of the Kootenays together. The river wall is a piece of history and a testament to humanity’s ceaseless struggle to stay ahead of nature • You can trip and fall in the middle of any intersection downtown and have time to collect your parcels, scattered change, and ragged wits before the next vehicle appears. This is not unlike downtown Phoenix, except that the more numerous pedestrians will come rushing to your aid in Trail. • Taking visitors to the Colander. Whether they are hicks or world travelers, they all love the place and take away their distinct memories. One friend always remembered the squeak of the waitress’s running shoes as they bustled around with heaping plates of food. • Hiking the streets and stairwells of West Trail, or Columbia Heights if you
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prefer. The rock walls, houses jumbled together, terraced yards painstakingly claimed from the looming hillside all evoke the earlier residents who built the city. • Spending time at Gyro Park. My loved ones on city council have been dedicated in recent years to the maintenance and improvement of the park and it is now one of premiere, cultivated outdoor locations in the Kootenays. • How little pretense and ostentation is displayed. Monster houses and grandiose vehicles (except for monster trucks) are uncommon and no one cares about the latest foodie fashion. The downside of this is that dressing
up for a special occasion, whether it be a funeral or a night out, often means putting on a clean t-shirt and ensuring your ball cap is on straight – or inanely crooked, if that is your sense of fashion. • Venerable institutions such as local unions, Italian halls, Rotary and other clubs, and all the volunteers that make this community go. Many of these are now struggling but, I am hopeful, they will be soldiering on. • Having a wild trail not much further away than the end of your street, pretty much where ever you live in Greater Trail. • The Trail Historical Society and its efforts to keep the city’s story alive. In the absence of a museum worthy of the name, the society has produced books, magazines, videos, a website, and archive that preserves the past. The Sports Hall of Memories, started by city councillor Al Tognotti, is always a treat to meander through, even if athletics isn’t your thing. • Trail’s artists and artisans who labour to present their visions on
canvass and in performances despite a potential audience that is often too enraptured by the glories of their surroundings and the necessities of building a life to notice. • Although this has become less so in recent years as their numbers have multiplied, the fact that those citizens with mental and cognitive challenges are usually treated with the dignity their humanity demands. • Looking up at that cathedral of industry on the hill that looms over the city. Gone but not forgotten are the days when a process upset or downdraft would leave pedestrians on Cedar Avenue or athletes at Butler Park wheezing and fleeing for cover. But, wherever you live, whether it’s Trail or Timbuktu, the places we call home are really about the “good friends we have had, good friends we’ve lost, along the way,” as Jamaica’s national poet Bob Marley so memorably observed. Raymond Masleck is a retired Trail Times reporter.
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McEwan column speaks volumes I am writing to express my sincere thanks and appreciation for Louise McEwan’s column on conversation in the Trail Times of July 20 “Conversation aids the quest for meaning.� It was extremely well presented. It carried me back to the 1960s when there was an effort to bring about a corporate union between the Anglican and United
Churches of Canada. The effort failed, but the process brought about many conversations in which each learned something useful from the other. I participated in a dozen or so of varying significance. My memory of them is that they were generally conversational and not exercises in triumphalism. Not perfect, of course,
but we became better friends and not bitter enemies. Conversation is more than talking, it suggests, first, mutual respect; then politeness; and friendship; and, sometimes, intimacy. It is a most productive way to engage in human relationships. Rev. Garwood G. Russell Fruitvale
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.C. Premier Christy assert their right, through judiClark has inadvertent- cially-imposed “duty to consult� ly given the Aboriginal requirements, to be involved demand for a great with decision-making, to secure share of natural resource rev- jobs and business opportunities, enues a boost. The B.C. leader and to receive a fair and reahas launched a sharp critique sonable financial return from of Alberta’s oil sands and pipe- the project, they are both capiline strategy, talizing on their insisting that the legal and consticoastal province tutional rights deserves a much and asserting the greater share pivotal truth that of the revenue location is a natthan is currently ural resource. planned. But her History may argument rests not repeat itself, on a central tenet as a wise man of Aboriginal once said, but BRIAN LEE claims. it does rhyme. B.C., says Does Premier Clark, will get a Clark appreciate Troy Media small portion of the irony that the total tax revenue derived B.C. was long at the forefront of from the pipeline. The prov- opposition to Aboriginal treaty ince will also get a compara- and land rights until former tively small number of short- Premier Gordon Campbell’s term construction jobs. Yet B.C. dramatic conversion? The provwill shoulder the lion’s share of ince now finds itself, perhaps the risk of a pipeline leak or a unwittingly, aligned with a tanker spill off the province’s long-standing Aboriginal posispectacular coastline. In sum, tion on natural resource develshe asserts, it is a bad deal for opment. British Columbia. Canada is on the brink of Clark’s position builds a globally significant resource implicitly on a little-noticed boom, connected to our almost observation from Mr Justice unique combination of bountiThomas Berger’s famous 1970s ful natural wealth and political Mackenzie Valley Pipeline and legal institutions that are Inquiry final report: location is a the envy of the world. In many natural resource. The Northern resource-rich nations, compaGateway project highlights nies contend with dictators, terthis simple and powerful fact. rorists, intense poverty, threats Alberta has the oil. Tankers of nationalization, and uncerwill line up at Kitimat to take tain property rights. that oil to Asia. But no pipeline In Canada, in contrast, they across B.C., and no oil terminal, undergo sensible environmenno tankers, and no deal. tal review while enjoying the This argument - inhabit- rule of the law, protection of ants of lands surrounding or private property and a reasoned affected by a resource project tax regime. should have a major say in the One major cloud hangs over decision to develop and should this otherwise attractive picture derive substantial benefit from - unresolved Aboriginal rights the resource activity - is central and claims over resource-bearto First Nations claims across ing land. As the recent Assembly the country. Even if the actual of First Nations National Chief development site is on Crown or election demonstrated yet private land, nearby Indigenous again, there is great Indigenous communities too often bear the anger and unease about the brunt of the economic, social pace and intensity of resource and ecological dislocations. development in Canada. While When Aboriginal people many First Nations commu-
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nities have found common ground with resource developers, others remain unconvinced about the benefits to their people from the exploitation of the wealth of traditional lands. Premier Clark’s position on the Northern Gateway - so far disdainfully dismissed by Alberta Premier Alison Redford - should therefore sound strikingly familiar. The B.C. Premier is asking for much the same things Aboriginal leaders want: the ability to influence proposed projects and to receive appropriate benefits from them. Perhaps Premier Clark today has a touch more empathy for First Nations leaders and communities determined to find a place for themselves in the resource economy. The Clark-Redford contretemps, focusing on one of the largest projects under development in Canada, highlights the need for a new approach to our resource wealth. The nation’s economic future likely hangs on the ability of national, provincial, territorial, Aboriginal and business leaders to chart a shared course that provides appropriate opportunities to participate in all aspects of development. This will require us all to look past the ownership of natural resources assigned to the provinces under the Constitution. That can only be the starting point of a much larger discussion, not the final word. Global demand for resources, when coupled with a strong, sustainable and widely accepted framework for engagement and shared wealth creation, provides an unprecedented opening for Canada. Premier Clark’s sharp critique and demands, by echoing positions long-held by Aboriginal leaders, shows how important a rapprochement on resource development, job creation and revenue sharing is for this country. Brian Lee Crowley is the Managing Director of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, an independent public policy think tank based in Ottawa.
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PEOPLE OBITUARIES HILL, KENNETH WAYNE — 64, of Trail, British Columbia, peacefully succumbed to health issues on July 17, 2012, at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital surrounded by family and friends. He was born January 27, 1948, in Prince George, British Columbia, and the son of late Vic and Shirley Hill. He worked loyally at Teck Cominco for over 40 years. Aside from his many attributes he had a passion for aviation, and all things mechanical. If it had wheels or gears he could fix, build, improve on or “hop up” including an airplane that he built with his boy in the early 80’s. Kenneth belonged to the Trail Flying Club as flying was his passion. Kenneth Wayne Hill is survived by his siblings Terry (Rita), Sandra Durling (Tony), Rod (Son) and his wife Christie Hill, step-son Davin MacKay, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is greatly missed by family and friends some who never had the chance to say goodbye and honor him for the man he was. There will be a private family service to follow. Bill Clark of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Trail Flying Club or to a charity of your choice. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca It was too soon Dad, we didn’t have enough time. *** SMITH, KEVIN — born Sept 27, 1957, died suddenly July 22, 2012, while in the North West Territories. He leaves behind wife Geri, sons Trevor (Stacie) of Yellowknife NT, and Tristan of Cold Lake AB. He also leaves behind grandsons Aiden and Jaxon of Yellowknife, his parents Trevor and Denise of Trail, BC; his brother Kerby (Betty) of Fruitvale, BC; and sister Karin Delorie of Trail, BC as well as his nieces and nephews Michael, Danielle, Kathleen, Emily and Eric. He was predeceased by his aunts Linda and Leann. The memorial is to be held at St. Mark’s Protestant Chapel 4Wing Cold Lake on Wednesday, August 1 at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Reception to follow at the Officers mess. To send condolences please visit: www.fostermcgarvey.com *** DAHLMAN, M. ESTELLE — 1930-2012. The family of Estelle Dahlman is saddened to announce her passing, in Peace River, Alberta, on June 11, 2012. Estelle was born in Summerland, British Columbia, on September 17, 1930, to Ian Alexander Macdonald and Mabel Grace Shields. She was the eldest of their four children, followed by Gert, Joan and Bob. Her early life was spent in Summerland, where her extended family owned a fruit packing business. To further her education, she ventured to Vancouver in 1949, where she met and married Gordon Gardner in 1951. Estelle and Gordon had four sons: Ian, Gordon, Jim and Bob. They moved to Gordon’s hometown of Creston, B.C. in 1954, where she lived for many years. Her marriage to R. William Dahlman, resulted in her relocating to the community of Rossland, British Columbia, where Bill resided and owned a service station. When Bill died in 2008, Estelle moved from Rossland to Peace River, Alberta, to be with two of her sons (Ian and Gordon) and their families. Estelle is survived by three of her sons: Ian (Peggy, Peace River), Gordon (Terry, Peace River) and Jim (Connie, Creston) and Bill’s three children: Evelyn Wu, Larry Dahlman and Michaelann Dahlman, as well as two sisters: Gert (Doug Wakefield, New Westminster) and Joan (Bob Gale, Grand Forks), 21 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill Dahlman (2008), her father Ian Macdonald (1942), her mother Mabel Shields (1974), her brother Bob, her youngest son Bob Gardner (1990), her stepfather Jim Brown and a grandson Richie. Estelle and Bill were life members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #14, in Rossland, B.C. and were active in the community. As Rossland was their home, their cremated remains will be interred there September 7, 2012 at 2 PM.
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Posthumously, astronaut ignites debate on coming out THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK Pioneering astronaut Sally Ride, who relished privacy as much as she did adventure, chose an appropriately discreet manner of coming out. At the end of an obituary that she co-wrote with her partner, Tam O’Shaughnessy, they disclosed to the world their relationship of 27 years. That was it. As details trickled out after Ride’s death on Monday, it became clear
that a circle of family, friends and co-workers had long known of the same-sex relationship and embraced it. For many millions of others, who admired Ride as the first American woman in space, it was a revelation - and it sparked a spirited discussion about privacy vs. public candour in regard to sexual orientation. Some commentators, such as prominent gay blogger Andrew Sullivan of the Daily Beast, second-
Notice of Passing RICHARD ANTHONY FEHR June 16, 2001 to July 20, 2012 It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Richard Anthony Fehr. Richard went to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on July 20, 2012. Richard loved his family deeply and lived life to the fullest. We were blessed to have had him with us, and we will miss him so very much. He was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. His beautiful smile and gentle spirit was a gift to all who truly knew him. Richard has left his footprints on the hearts of many. He is survived by his mom, Amy; dad, Doug; brother, Eric; grandparents, Raffaella and Dercey D’Andrea; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held at the Christina Lake Community Hall on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at 2:30 p.m., with Father Matthieu Gombo Yange, OfmCap presiding. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the SPCA. Richard and his Nonno loved to visit the animals there. Condolences may be sent to gffh@shaw.ca. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Everett Baker of Grand Forks Funeral Home. John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
guessed Ride’s decision to opt for privacy. “She had a chance to expand people’s horizons and young lesbians’ hope and self-esteem, and she chose not to,” he wrote. “She was the absent heroine.” Others were supportive of Ride’s choices. Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson of New Hampshire, who in 2003 became the first openly gay bishop in the Anglican world, noted that both he and Ride were baby boomers who grew up “in a time when coming out was almost unthinkable.” Robinson is 65. Ride was 61 when she died of pancreatic cancer. “For girls who had an interest in science and wanted to go places women had not been allowed to go, she was a tremendous role model,” Robinson said Wednesday. “The fact that she chose to keep her identity as a lesbian private - I honour that choice.” However, Robinson said he had a different standard for younger gays - to the point of insisting that his own clergy in New Hampshire be open about their sexuality. “While there is still discrimination and coming out will still have repercussions, the effect of those repercussions are vastly reduced
now,” Robinson said. “I believe that times have changed.” There’s no question that gays and lesbians overall are coming out now at a higher rate and an earlier age than those of previous generations. According to the LGBT Movement Advancement Project, adults aged 30-54 are 16 times more likely to be closeted than those under 30. According to a study by the Human Rights Campaign, a national gay-rights group, 51 per cent of gay, lesbian, transgender and bisexual workers hide their sexual identity to most or all of their fellow employees. Citing those findings, gay-rights activists have been pushing, so for in vain, for Congress to outlaw workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Fred Sainz, the Human Rights Campaign’s vicepresident for communications, said his initial reaction to the revelation about Sally Ride was, “What a shame that we didn’t learn this while she was alive.” “However, the fact it was acknowledged in death will be an incredibly powerful message to all Americans about the contributions of their LGBT counterparts,” Sainz said. “The completeness of her life will be honoured correctly.”
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The week ahead in religion history July 29 In 1968, Pope Paul VI announced that the Roman Catholic ban on artificial contraception would continue. --July 30 In 1718, William Penn, Quaker leader and founder of the Pennsylvania colony, died. Penn left England in 1682 to establish a colony as a religious and political haven for the Quakers on a grant of land received from the British crown. --July 31 In 1556, St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, the Jesuit order of Catholic priests and brothers, died in Rome. In 1874, the first Mennonites arrived at Quebec. They settled in Manitoba. --Aug. 1 In 1834, Robert Morrison, the first English Protestant missionary to reach China, died at age 52. Sent by the London Missionary Society in 1807, in 1823 he completed a Chinese translation of the Bible that filled 23 volumes. In 1979, Linda Joy Holtzman was appointed spiritual leader of the Conservative Beth Israel congregation in Coatesville, Pa., making her the first female rabbi to head a U.S. Jewish congregation. --Aug. 2 In 1907, the Vatican issued the decree Ne temere, declaring that marriages of Roman Catholics were valid only if celebrated before a duly qualified priest and at least two witnesses. --Aug. 3 In 1902, Martin Noth, German Lutheran Old Testament scholar, was born. His researches concentrated on the “history-of-traditions� approach to analysing and understanding the Old Testament writings. His contributions include his theory that before Israel had a king, it was a tribal federation with its worship focused on a central sanctuary rather than on several shrines. He was also the first scholar to note that First and Second Samuel and First and Second Kings contain no mention of the classic prophets such as Isaiah, Jeremiah, Amos and Hosea. --Aug. 4 In 1792, Edward Irving, a clergyman whose teachings gave birth to the Catholic Apostolic Church, was born. In 1966, John Lennon’s comment that “The Beatles� were more popular than Jesus Christ was widely reported in North America. The statement, actually made to a reporter several months earlier, caused a public outcry and several bonfires of “Beatle� records were burned. Lennon later apologized.
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It Was Nothing I walked out the door of a business with a courier the other day. As we stepped onto the sidewalk a local street person asked him for money, and without hesitation he emptied his pocket. The street person moved on, and my courier friend went about his business. I was moved by his generosity and mentioned it to him; he just shrugged and said, “It was nothing�. I began to think about my own priorities and how quick I was to help my fellow man. Sometimes we are quicker to help the person starving across the world than the one in our own back yard. Perhaps it’s not as glamorous to help the one that is close, but who is your neighbour? Jesus taught us to love or take care of our neighbour, and to do it the same way we would do it for ourselves. Now that is radical thinking, but it might go a long way to change a society that functions on the idea of “looking out for number one�. Now for my courier friend it might have been nothing, but it got me thinking, and it’s the small things that eventually bring change. Submitted by: Pastor Bryan Henry Fruitvale Christian Fellowship
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Derek Green came in and shut down Beacon Hill, but only after they scored 10 runs in the top of the first inning. His 85-pitch performance enabled the Trail squad to make a gutsy comeback, only to come up short losing 13-11 Wednesday night.
Little League provincial playoffs start today Trail misses playoff berth BY JIM BAILEY Times Sports Editor
The Trail All Stars didn’t make it easy on themselves this week at the B.C. Little League provincial tournament at Andy Bilesky Park, but they did show a lot of grit and determination as they fought back from deficits all week. They fought back against Dunbar, down five runs in the fourth inning they stormed back and seized the lead only to lose in extras. They fought back against Forest Hills from five run and three run deficits, banging out nine runs in the fifth inning to win and give themselves a shot at the playoffs. And when they were down 10 runs to Beacon Hill on Wednesday, they remained confident that they would fight back once more – and, they almost did. Beacon Hill jumped out to a 10-0 lead in the first inning, punctuated by a threerun blast from Sean Young, but Trail clawed its way back into the game, only to lose by two runs in a disappointing but inspiring performance, as they bowed to Beacon Hill 13-11 Wednesday night. The loss extinguished Trail’s hopes for a run at the playoffs, that begin today. For Beacon Hill, perennial bridesmaids to Layritz in District 7, its rare trip to the provincials couldn’t have turned out better. “I think the people of Trail are fantastic,
they’ve been great hosts,” said Beacon Hill manager Gus Niketas. “. . . I’m very happy for my boys because we’ve never got this far, but in the same breath these (Trail) people have been very good to us here, and I know they’ve worked very hard this year to be here and to host this, so there’s a side of me that feels bad for them.” The classy crew from Victoria will now face White Rock in the first semifinal match at noon today. Although Niketas won’t readily admit it, the Hill likely prefer to play White Rock given their close match in the round robin where it was a 4-3 game until the last two innings when WR added insurance runs to win 6-3. “We had a close one in the round robin (against White Rock). . . it’s up to us, it can be anyone’s game when it’s that close so I think the boys are now on a roll, so let’s see how far we can go.” In the other match up Dunbar will be heavy underdogs as they get set to face Hastings at 3:30 p.m. Hastings only loss came to White Rock in a close 7-6 match on Tuesday. In its other three roundrobing games, the Vancouver-Burnaby team outscored its opponents 68-7, including a 17-0 win over Beacon Hill and a 19-4 drubbing of Dunbar. Hastings has five hitters in the top 10, including tournament-leading slugger Steve Moretto whose .857 batting average, four home runs, and 15 RBIs in 14 at bats is indeed epic. Team mate Noah
Hanson-Stafford is not far behind, hitting .750 for the tournament just ahead of Trail’s Brendan Makay with a .687 average. Hastings’ bullpen is also better than most with Cortez DAlessandro, 1.40 ERA, Cole Dalla-Zanna, 2.33 ERA and Moretto, 4.50 ERA anchoring a very capable pitching staff. While Hastings may have a definite edge with the bats, the depth of White Rock’s pitching is indeed profound with leading hurler Perrin Finley, who in five innings pitched has yet to give up a run, and has ceded only three hits and one base on balls while striking out six. Throw in Adam van den Brink, Ben Renner, and Jackson Hogg and the Rock is pretty solid on the mound. So while the smart money may be on a Hastings and White Rock finale, Dunbar and Beacon Hill will have something to say about it in today’s semifinal matches. “I think any team can beat any team at any time, you know they’re 11-12 year old kids, to say one team’s better than another – you never know what’s going to happen when you get on the ball field. Just like tonight who would have thought we’d score 10 runs in the first inning (against Trail),” said Niketas. On Friday, White Rock plays Beacon Hill at noon and Hastings versus Dunbar at 3:30 p.m. The Championship game goes Saturday at noon.
Uganda on its way to Williamsport THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. - A youth baseball team from Uganda has been cleared to enter the United States and participate in the Little League World Series a
year after another Ugandan team was denied visas. Little League officials say members of the Lugazi Little League team received clearance from the Department of State to travel to next
month’s tournament in South Williamsport, Pa. The Lugazi squad is the first team from the continent of Africa to reach the series. Last year, the team from Kampala won the Middle
East and Africa Region, only to be denied admission to the U.S. because of discrepancies over players’ ages and birth dates. The regional runnerup Kuwaiti team travelled to the U.S. instead.
Fruitvale’s Ella Matteucci picked up the win and was named game MVP in Team B.C.’s first match of Baseball Canada’s Senior Women’s Invitational Championship tournament this week in Spruce Grove, Alta. Matteucci got the start on the mound for Team B.C. as it faced a tough Ontario side in its first game Wednesday. But the former J. L. Crowe student pitched brilliantly, leading Team B.C. to a 6-4 victory. Matteucci completed five strong innings, and left the game with a 5-2 lead. She also helped her cause with the bat, going 2-for-3 at the dish, while knocking in three runs and swiping two bases, to earn Most Valuable Player of the game honours. Matteucci was named to Team B.C. last month after tryouts on the mainland in May. The tournament hosts teams from Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Team West - a junior squad comprised of players 16-19 years old. Team B.C. played Team West yesterday but scores were unavailable at press time. They take on Alberta today at noon and Quebec at 6 p.m. Playoffs go on Saturday.
Summer sports season all but over
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t was good to have a combination of good weather and good baseball to enjoy this past week. Now, despite the fact it is midsummer, this area is gearing up, barring golf, of course, for winter sports. Local ball teams are done or out of town the rest of the year. So, it’s on to the Smokies, who start their camps in four weeks, and the local junior B squads. The Smokies have 20 players on their roster, none from this immediate vicinity as yet. I am assured, however, there will be several at camp next month. Here’s hoping. •You have to feel for the organizers of the Canadian Open. Once among the contenders for the title of Fifth Major, it has been relegated to an oddity and this year will likely be the worst in a while for revenue and attention generating. On top of the fact it is difficult to get mar-
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THOMPSON Sports ‘n’ Things quee names on, well, its marguee, because of the fact its dates fall hard on the aftermath of the British Open and most big name (and big drawing) players take that week off. This year’s scheduling sees it competing with the opening weekend of the 2012 Olympic Games for TV eyeballs, with even many would-be in-person attendees opting for that spectacle over the golf. I think we can count on low ratings, low attendance and another drop in the dwindling prestige of our national, and once an important, championship. See OLYMPICS, page 11
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The Birchbank Men’s Club hit the fairways and the rough for its annual Men’s Club Championship last weekend. Forty men competed over two days to earn entries into this year’s Rossland-Trail Open. From Right: Derrick Simister - first flight low gross winner, Bret McLaren,- overall low gross winner, Ty Langton - overall low net winner, and Rob Drezdoff Men’s Club Captain and first flight low net winner.
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•I think it is safe to say Canadian icon Wayne Gretzky is fully Americanized now. The latest rumour has him as part of the group promoting a new or transferred NHL team for - Seattle. Not some Canadian hockey hotbed like Hamilton or Quebec City, both of which could be counted on to support a big-time hockey operation to the max their population allows. Seattle, which has nothing like an NHL quality arena in place and is better known for losing baseball and football teams (and losing an entire basketball franchise) than hockey. •Meanwhile, the IOC has opened its latest money-sucking venture (the Games) in London. As always (VanWhistler, anybody) the people involved in, “luring,” the games because of its economic benefits no longer tout that possibility. The $4.5 billion initial budget has ballooned to $14 billion taxpayer costs and security’s budget is still not finalized. Nobody anymore suggests the country, which just slipped back into recession with no upside in sight, will see growth - even London would take break-even about now - and there are still the costs of closing up shop to consider. There will be, however, some seriously entertaining sporting events and opening and closing spectacles. Much more enjoyable when some other suckers are paying for it.
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lose their ability to command attention questions of the spirit can lead us in overlooked
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Teck Mad Hatter Tea at the Teck Guest House in Tadanac
July 28
Tickets at Ye Olde Flower Shoppe, Trail City Hall, Century 21 Kootenay Homes
Garden Tour July 28
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directions. We may, in our journey with them, find gifts of meaning, self-knowledge, understanding and awareness. We can make greater sense of our lives and the places we’ve occupied as we have lived. Some questions that are common to many who are at the end-of-life were listed on a Bill Moyers PBS program (On Our Own Terms): Who am I really? Why am I suffering? What gives meaning to what I am going through? How will I die? What will happen to me after I die? Did I live a good life? Did I do my best? Can I make peace
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of tools and options available to support the journey of discovery. In advising those who accompany, Edith Campbell, a chaplain to people suffering from HIV and Aids in New York wrote: “I’ll hold the rope while you scale the depths of the cavern... You are accompanying the person on a journey. You are traveling in unknown territory together. What the person needs is not to be told what to look at and what is beautiful or to have things explained to them. What you are able to do is to help clear the way so that person on the journey is able to tell you what they see, is able to point out to you the fullness and the beauty and the strangeness of the territory that they are going through.� Here to listen. Here to hold the rope. The gift and blessing of accompaniment is the invitation to walk beside one who is on a journey of spiritual discovery. This path is
not new. As EM Forster said in “Howard’s End: “Death destroys a man; the idea of death saves him.â€? Most of the world’s religions have writings pertaining to end-of-life and the path taken by the human spirit as it lets go. Many authors write about the meaning of life and some movies explore this theme as well. The Hospice library has many resources that can guide or enhance this passage and staff can journey with you as well. If there is no ‘cure’ for death, a spiritual inquiry can offer peace and healing. An element of this journey may happen internally and privately. It will be rich indeed if you invite another to join you‌.a special friend, a pastor or spiritual advisor, or others who also face a life-limiting illness. Please call the Greater Trail Hospice Society offices for more information at: 250 364 6204 or at info@trailhospice. org.
1/2 Season Memberships are now Available at Champion Lakes Golf & Country Club. Call the golf shop today to ďŹ nd out more. Subscriptions are available but limited. Contact Kevin Nesbitt Phone: 250-367-7001 or 1-877-900-7030 www.golfchampionlakes.com
Kootenay Lake Levels
www.trailkidneywalk.ca Come out to our FUN PROMOTIONAL EVENTS: Kidney Walk Cake & Coffee Day Waneta Plaza SAT July 28th 12:00 to 3:00 It’s FREE -- It’s Delicious Generously provided by: Trail Pastry Shop & Clive’s Coffee Bar
Kidney Day at the Arlington Arlington Hotel, Trail Thursday August 16th - All DAY & EVENING 10 % of their sales going to the 4th annual Trail Kidney Walk. Come on down -- meet friends & neighbours and support a great cause while you enjoy your day, evening and night!
July 26, 2012 For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents, the following lake levels are provided by FortisBC as a public service. Queen’s Bay:
Present level: 1750.33 ft. 7 day forecast: Down 22 to 26 inches. 2012 peak:1753.78 ft. 2011 peak:1751.71 ft.
Nelson:
Present level: 1747.96 ft. 7 day forecast: Down 22 to 26 inches.
Levels can change unexpectedly due to weather or other conditions. For more information or to sign-up for unusual lake levels notifications by phone or email, visit www.fortisbc.com or call 1-866-436-7847.
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Be less judgmental of brother’s autistic friend Dear Annie: My younger brother, “George,” is on the autism spectrum. He has a friend, “Cindy,” with similar needs. For the past few years, my parents have welcomed Cindy into our home, and now she feels comfortable inviting herself over and doing whatever she wants. This means bossing George around and yelling at him while he avoids her by watching TV in a different room. She also carries our cats as if they are dolls. She won’t let go even when they protest by scratching and biting. Cindy is in her late teens and should know better, but she is loud, pushy and obnoxious. She doesn’t listen when someone tells her “no.” Despite my best efforts to be polite and civil, I cannot tolerate her. When she’s here, I leave the house or lock myself in my room. The problem is, my parents are often too preoccupied with
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business, phone calls and visits from our neighbors to deal with Cindy, so I have to be the emergency adult. I have tried talking to my parents about Cindy, pointing out her behavior and the way she treats George, but my pleas fall on deaf ears. Cindy’s parents aren’t any better. In fact, I think they are taking advantage of us by letting Cindy spend so much time here. But I seem to be the only one bothered. Is there anything I can do to put an end to these visits without causing offense? I can’t take much more of her. -- Ignored and Outraged
Dear Ignored: Cindy’s behavior may not be as tempered at this age as you seem to believe it should be, so we urge you to be less judgmental. In fact, you are in an excellent position to explain to Cindy how to treat the cats more gently and behave in a more acceptable manner. But if you don’t wish to work with her, she should not be your problem. George can tell your parents if he no longer wants Cindy to visit, and they should handle it. And when Cindy is around, your parents should supervise more closely. We suspect they are avoiding her, too. Dear Annie: My daughter and I recently hosted a bridal shower in my home. We planned a fun event and took special pains with the food and drink offered. I was terribly offended when several guests came with their own large sodas.
We had lemonade, iced tea and water all served in crystal pitchers with lemon slices. Meanwhile, their big plastic cups with straws were not a pretty sight, especially when they plopped them down on my end tables. Please tell people that when they are invited to someone’s home where refreshments will be served, it is rude to bring their own. -- Not a Fan of the Big Gulp Dear Fan: Consider them told. But don’t expect them to listen. Too many folks do not understand what appropriate behavior means -- and resent any attempt to be educated about it. Dear Annie: “Retiree in Florida” took issue with a reader who said his widowed father sold the family house and used the proceeds to buy a new one with his new wife. She said whatever assets she built up with her husband are
for her children, not his next wife. When my wife died, the first thing I did was replace the old carpeting and repaint the inside of the house to get rid of the smoke smell from her cigarette habit. When I
remarried, I moved. If any of my children say I should have given them money from the sale of the house, I will tell them that if they want money, they should go to work. If I had died first, my wife could have
done the same thing. If “Retiree” wants the kids to get the house, she should put it in the will. -- Happier Now Than Ever Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar.
TODAY’S PUZZLES
TODAY’S CROSSWORD
Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. The difficulty level of the Conceptis Sudoku increases from Monday to Friday. SOLUTION FOR YESTERDAY’S SUDOKU
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YOUR HOROSCOPE By Francis Drake For Saturday, July 28, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You love your hobbies and are good with your hands. This is a good day to indulge your creative impulses. Try anything! TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Conversations with family members will be vigorous and dynamic today. Perhaps it’s time for you to stand up and be counted. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You’re forceful and persuasive in all your conversations today. That’s why this is a great day for those of you who sell, market, teach, act or write for a living. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’re bursting with bright ideas about how to earn money, spend money and use what you already own. Essentially, you’re trying to establish more control in your life through your
assets. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Today the Sun and Mercury are beautifully lined up in your sign, which means it’s a great day to enjoy conversations with others. You’ve got something to say! VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Your research abilities are fabulous today. Roll up your sleeves and get busy if you’re looking for solutions to old problems. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You have a take-charge attitude when talking to others today in group settings. Don’t worry; they will listen. Share your goals to get their feedback. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You easily impress bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs today because you’re so forthright and direct. You sound like you know what you’re talking about -- and
you probably do. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Make travel plans today. Do something different. Essentially, you want adventure and a chance to learn something new. Meet people from other countries and different backgrounds. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You’ll have no trouble defending your own best interests when discussing
how to share something like an inheritance. This is also a good day to settle disputes about shared property. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Listen to what people have to say today, because others, especially partners and close friends, have strong opinions they want to share. You don’t have to do what they say; you just have to listen.
PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You might take charge of something at work today simply because others look to you for direction. You have a strong sense of what’s going on, and you speak with authority. YOU BORN TODAY You have a natural sense of authority, and you like to be recognized this way in a social context as well. (You want respect.) You’re posi-
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tive, hardworking and enthusiastic -- almost driven. You want to succeed, to be on top. Power and control often are issues in your life. In the year ahead, if you construct or build something, your rewards soon will follow. Birthdate of: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, book editor/former USA first lady; Dustin Milligan, actor; Georgia Engel, actress. (c) 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY Service Contracts Specialist Reporting to the Director, Finance, the Service Contracts Specialist assesses all existing service contracts and procurement methods and will recommend changes for implementation, including contracting strategies such as master agreements. This position leads the preparation, development and administration of all service and procurement contracts, as well as provides support to the project managers overseeing the work under the service contracts and will also lead periodic contract management training sessions for staff. The Service Contracts Specialist will be responsible for creating competitive bid documentation and developing related agreements for various program operations and support services. Also responsible for developing policies and procedures for all procurement activities and facilitates the development and issuance of all service contracts. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in business administration, engineering, economics or law. Preferably with a Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or equivalent and a minimum 5—10 years of progressively responsible contracting experience in the construction industry. A good knowledge of contract law, analysis, practices, procedures and drafting of legal documents is expected. Demonstrated negotiation skills and ability to effectively apply analytical tools, concepts and methods is also a requirement. Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to visit the Careers section of our website at www.columbiapower.org. Closing date for this position is August 3, 2012.
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NURSING INSTRUCTOR—GERONTOLOGY A casual, short-term position on our Castlegar campus
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Alana Lindsay to Braden Field LaFreniere son of Russ & Maurene LaFreniere
As part of the Selkirk College School of Health and Human Services, you will prepare and deliver three online courses to students in our Gerontology Certificate Program. You have a Master’s degree in Nursing (a Bachelor’s degree will be considered with relevant experience) and are a current member of the College of Registered Nurses of BC. You also have experience in a gerontology nursing practice setting and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Previous online and postsecondary teaching experience would be assets, as would knowledge of Moodle as a learning platform. This is a casual appointment contract (approximately 100 hours), commencing August 15, 2012 and ending June 28, 2013. Closing date for both positions: 4 pm, August 3, 2012.
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Your sales experience and exceptional customer service skills plus commitment, hard work and winning spirit combined with Sears strengths will provide the structure for success in your community. You must also have the ability to lease (or own) appropriate retail space in a desirable location You’ll earn commission plus additional income opportunities. No fees or royalties. Interested candidates should call… Telephone: 1-800-698-7088 Fax: 1-888-744-3666
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PART/FULL Time OfďŹ ce Assistant ATCO Wood Products Ltd. is seeking an individual for a part/full time position to assist with general ofďŹ ce duties. This position requires good computer skills with Microsoft OfďŹ ce programs: the aptitude to learn new programs and skills: good communication skills, the ability to work well within a team, under pressure and to meet deadlines.
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Trail Operations is seeking a Technician Trainee in Technical Support. This position prepares test samples, performs lab work, provides technical data, assembles equipment and writes reports. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or be graduates from a Chemical Technology program at a recognized Institute of Technology, preferably in Chemical Sciences or Metallurgy. For detailed responsibilities and more information on this opportunity at Teck Metals Ltd., please visit our Careers page at www.teck.com and select Trail Operations. QualiďŹ ed individuals are encouraged to forward their resume by August 15, 2012.
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Attention Toyota Product Advisors Alpine Toyota has an immediate opening for a Toyota Product Advisor. Our dealership is situated in Cranbrook B.C., the major business and recreation hub for the entire East Kootenay. We are currently looking for a Product Advisor with a track-record of success who is interested in working in a positive team environment. We offer ongoing training, a generous compensation plan and an engaged group of Team Leaders to help our Product Advisors achieve their goals. For the right applicant, relocation expenses and a guaranteed income will be considered. If you love selling Toyota products and the quality of life that can be found in the East Kootenay’s sounds interesting, please forward your resume in conďŹ dence to our Sales Team Leader by email: kdunsire@alpinetoyota or by phone at (250)4894010. If you present the qualities and values we are looking for, we will contact successful applicants for an interview. An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. Motivated & Enthusiastic CertiďŹ ed Dental Assistant Required for busy practice. Experience an asset. Resumes accepted: 201-402 Baker St, Nelson fax: 250-352-2275 drkuiperdental@telus.net **WANTED** NEWSPAPER CARRIERS TRAIL DAILY TIMES Excellent Exercise Fun for All Ages Call Today Start Earning Money Tomorrow Circulation Department 250-364-1413 Ext. 206 For more Information
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Contractors ALUMINUM RAILING. Mario 250-368-9857 HANSON DECKING West Kootenay Agent for Duradek 250-352-1814
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CLASSIFIEDS Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate Mobile Homes & Parks
Misc Services
Garage Sales
Misc. for Sale
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MONTROSE 922 7th St. Sat. July 28. All day. Solid oak 6drawer office desk, sewing desk. TRAIL, 2178 Daniel St Sat. July 28 9am-2pm TRAIL, TAAC 1791 Riverside Ave. CDS GIGANTIC SALE. Thurs.& Fri.,Jul.26 & 27 11:00am-7:00pm; Sat. Jul.28 10:00am-2:00pm W.TRAIL 315 Martin St. Sat. July 28. 8am. Baby stroller, china cabinet, & asst of things; some new stuff. YARD Sale 1863 3rd Ave Trail July 28th & 29th starting at 9:00am
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
Heavy Duty Machinery
Real Estate
Merchandise for Sale
Food Products BUTCHER SHOP BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.50/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger $4.00/lb TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston
FRUITVALE, 1875 Beaver St., behind Fruitvale Elementary School via Maple Ave., turn right at tennis court. Saturday & Sunday, July 28th & 29th, 9:00am-3:00pm. Lots of stuff. Tools, household; You name it
A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Apt/Condo for Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent
Garage Sales
FRANCESCO ESTATES & ERMALINDA APARTMENTS
BELLA VISTA TOWNHOMES
Beautiful, Clean and Well Maintained 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent Located by the Columbia River in Glenmerry Adult and Seniors oriented, No Pets and No Smoking Reasonable Rents, Come and have a look Phone 250-368-6761 or 250-364-1922
Well maintained 2 & 3 bedrooms townhouse for rent located in Shaver’s Bench No pets and no smoking Reasonable prices Phone 364-1822 or 364-0931.
Come on down to Trail and don't worry about the snow.
Misc. Wanted I Buy Old Coins & Collections Olympic, Gold Silver Coins etc Call Chad 250-863-3082 Local PAYING CASH for old furniture, antiques, collectables and articles of value. Please phone Pat Hogan 250-3689190, 250-352-6822
Apt/Condos for Sale Professional looking for 1 Bedroom apartment in Rossland. Prefer walking distance to everything, clean & reasonable rent. For August 1st Call Arne at 250-584-9691
For Sale By Owner Trail. 3000+ sq.ft. home. 3 bdrm. Large living room, in-law suite, sunroom, large workshop, double-car garage, fenced yard w/ river view. $197,000 firm. Contact Faith @ 250.365.0405 Waterfront home. 2 bdrm, 2 bath. $249,000. Condo on Arrow Lake by Castlegar with marina & boat launch. Call 250.231.7182
Houses For Sale CHARMING 3 bedroom 1 bath home in Convienent downtown Trail location, Bring your ideas and make this house your home! MLS #K213619, Call Lynnette @ Century 21 Mountainview Realty Today 1-877304-7952 GENEROUS SRI INCENTIVES & now government grants for first time buyers! SRI Homes and Lake Country are offering unbelievable discounts. Lake Country Modular Homes, located next to SRI’s Winfield factory, offers custom designs, factory tours, expert advice & service and the best price! Call Don Purdie toll free at 1-866-766-2214. www.LCMhomes.com
1975 GLENDALE mobile home for sale. $10,000. OBO. Must be moved. 250-368-7210 RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Opening May 2012. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Ask us about our Free Rent option! 250-462-7055. www.copperridge.ca
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CASTLEGAR Waterfront Home: OPEN HOUSE Fri., July 27th, 3-5pm #202, 5570 Broadwater Road, beside Syringa Park. Call 250-231-7182 for more information or to set up alternate time.
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent E.TRAIL, 2bdrm. apt. F/S, Coin-op laundry available. 250-368-3239 LARGE, updated, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath apt, a/c, free laundry. Seeking clean, quiet, long term tenant. $950/month includes utilities. Cary 250-5056282 ROSSLAND 2bd, newly renovated, carport, NS, NP, 250.362.9473 TRAIL, Parkside Apartments. Large 1 bdrm, senior oriented, a/c, in-suite laundry, security, close to Safeway & bus stop. Call Richard 250-368-7897 TRAIL, spacious 2bdrm. apartment. Adult building, perfect for seniors/ professionals. Cozy, clean, quiet, comfortable. Must See. 250-3681312
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1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc • Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet) • Fold down table for a queen sized bed • Fold up bunk beds • VHF radio • Hull is sound, galley is dated. • Low draft • 200 hrs on new engine • A great boat that needs some TLC $12,000.00 invested $8000 OBO Call 250-362-7681 or email monikas_2010@ hotmail.com 4 more information & to view
Homes for Rent Cars - Domestic
CLASSIC, beautifully renovated home, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. No pets (firm) N/S References will be required. Available August 1ST Call 250-231-5992 E.TRAIL-Adorable 2bd, F/S, W/D(front load), 52”HD TV& wall speakers(built in), carport, front porch river view. N/S, N/P, References required. Seeking long term, clean, quiet tenant. $950/mo 250.231.5686
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible, great stereo & sub, new tires & rims, immaculate shape & never winter driven, $4600. Call (250)417-0200 (250)421-0953 2007 Cobalt SS super charged, black, 5sp 2dr, loaded w/power sunroof, custom black and red leather interior, low kilo, 250-368-3809 lv msg.
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1st Trail Real Estate
www.coldwellbankertrail.com 1252 Bay Avenue, TRAIL (250) 368-5222
OPEN HOUSES Host: Jack
MLS# K213202
Wed, July 25 4 - 6pm 930 12th Avenue Montrose $395,000 ce New Pri
Host: Rob
ce New Pri
MLS# K213040
Sat,July July28 28 12 Sat, 12- -2pm 2pm 1480 Webster Rd. Rd 1481 Webster Fruitale $409,000 Fruitvale $429,000
MLS# K206977
MLS# K212192
MLS# K211391
MLS# K210233
Fruitvale $499,000
Trail $449,900
Rossland $359,900
Trail $360,000
Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490
Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490
Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490
Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490
Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900
ce New Pri
ce New Pri
MLS# K205510
MLS# K214516
Trail $549,900
MLS# K211181
MLS# K202918
MLS# K204952
MLS# K212336
MLS# K212535
MLS# K206097
Fruitvale $330,000
Beaver Falls $329,900
Fruitvale $319,000
Fruitvale Fruitvale $267,000 $269,000
Trail $227,000
Trail $224,900
Trail $214,000
Rob Burrus 250-231-4420
Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490
Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900
Rhonda Rhondavan vanTent Tent 250-231-7575 250-231-7575
Fred Behrens 250-368-1268
Fred Behrens 250-368-1268
Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900
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MLS# K214156
MLS# K214159
MLS# K124451
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MLS# K214582
MLS# K214620
MLS# K212933
MLS# K211022
Trail $164,000
Trail $149,900
Trail $145,500
Trail $139,900
Trail $123,500
Trail $120,000
Warfield $59,900
Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900
Fred Behrens 250-368-1268
Rob Burrus 250-231-4420
Fred Behrens 250-368-1268
Rob Burrus 250-231-4420
Fred Behrens 250-368-1268
Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900
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CLASSIFIEDS
SUNDAY/MONDAY HOROSCOPE By Francis Drake For Sunday, July 29, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You can make long-range travel plans today or plans that affect higher education, publishing, the media, medicine and the law. It’s a good day to study as well. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Clear away loose details with bills, taxes, inheritances, wills, shared property and debt. You might get a lot done today because you easily can pay attention to details. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Discussions with partners and close friends will be serious but productive today. You also might discuss the care and education of children. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) This is a good day to tackle routine work or perhaps something you’ve been avoiding. You’re full of common sense, and you have excellent powers of concentration. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Discussions with partners
or teachers about children with respect to their care and education will be productive today. Or you might talk to children directly. Romantic partners might discuss how to share expenses or the division of labor. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Discussions with a parent or an older relative will be down to earth and sensible. It’s a good day to take a long-range view of things. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Practical matters are on your mind today, which is why this is a good day to make longrange plans. Someone older in your immediate environment might have advice for you. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) If spending money today, you will buy long-lasting items that are sensible and practical. You don’t feel frivolous about spending your cash! SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Today the Moon is in your sign, which tends to make
you a bit more emotional than usual. However, its dance with Saturn will keep you sensibly grounded. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Any kind of research you do today will yield good results. You seem to know instinctively where to look for what you want, plus your concentration is excellent. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Listen to the advice of someone older or more experienced because he or she could be helpful to you today. Quite likely, this person is a female, although not necessarily. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Someone in a position of authority will learn something about your private life today. (Whatever it is will make him or her more aware of your challenges and your common sense.) YOU BORN TODAY You’re quick to see the big picture because you’re a visionary who thinks in broad concepts. You sometimes can make predictions about the future
because you are observant and understand the dynamics of group relationships and trends in society. Personally, you are very loyal. In the next year, a major change could take place, perhaps something as significant as what occurred around 2003-04. Birthdate of: Wil Wheaton, actor; Martina McBride, singer; Patti Scialfa, singer/songwriter. For Monday, July 30, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Parents should keep an eye on their children today, because unpredictable events or even accidents could occur. People are in a freedomloving mood. (Keep an eye on little toddlers who want to run away and explore the world.) TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some kind of discussion might end up with you feeling more free in your family relationships or your relationship with your home. Perhaps a new, high-tech convenience or toy will help you? GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Today is full of new activities, including new discoveries about yourself and the world around you. In discussions with others, you will be shockingly frank, perhaps even rebellious. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Today you can think of
ways to be self-employed or make money on the side, because they do exist. Guard against impulse shopping today, because you could go overboard! (Oh yeah.) LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Today definitely has an exciting quality. You probably will experience something that will let you learn more about yourself. You also feel highly energetic and restless! VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Secrets might come out today. These secrets might be about someone else, or they might be about you. (Hmm, keep your lips zipped.) LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Relationships with others, especially in group situations, will provide a few surprises today. You also might meet someone who is a real character. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You might feel rebellious in your relationship with authority figures today. You don’t want others telling you what to do. (On the other hand, you have to be able to make a living, right?) SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Unexpected chances to travel, and new and unusual situations will thrill you today. Surprise chances to get further education also exist. (Your window of opportunity is brief; be ready to act.)
SATURDAY’S CROSSWORD
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Unexpected gifts, goodies and favors from others might come your way today. Keep your pockets open! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A close friend or partner might surprise you by demanding more freedom or space in the relationship. (Actually, this ultimately will suit you well.) PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) The introduction of new equipment or high-tech routines will make your day at work very different. It’s a good day to study science, technical disciplines and electronics. YOU BORN TODAY You’re determined, decisive and quite a take-charge person. People are very aware of your presence, because you have a strong physical energy. You like to take care of yourself, and often are interested in sports. You work hard to maintain your independence. A wonderfully social, pleasant year awaits you, wherein you will enjoy the company of others much more and all your relationships will improve. Birthdate of: Paul Anka, singer/composer; Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor/politician; Hilary Swank, actress. (c) 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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REGIONAL
Couple pitches plan to protect St. Leon Hot Springs BY AARON ORLANDO Revelstoke Times Review
A Vancouver couple wants to protect the St. Leon Hot Springs from future development by creating a healing retreat on the location – saying if they don’t, it’s just a matter of time before the popular natural hot springs is developed into a commercial resort. However, the couple’s vision for the property includes significant development plans, including a campsite, parking lots, renovating the existing natural pools, potentially piping water to new pools and introducing fees for some of these services. The hot spring’s pools are located off of Highway 23 about 25 kilometres south of the Galena Bay ferry terminal. It was commercially-operated as a spa until the 1950s when steamer service ceased, ending its viability.
Vancouverite Heather Bryant and her common-law husband Bill Small have recently set up a booth at the Nakusp Farmers’ Market, where they’re providing information on their vision and taking donations from residents on behalf of the St. Leon Hot Springs Society. Nakusp-based real estate agent Gord Marshall is representing the current owner of the property, and has listed the 390-acre property for sale at $2.9 million. He acknowledged discussions with representatives of the St. Leon Hot Springs Society to purchase the hot springs but said it was a preliminary plan. In the latest development, Marshall said the St. Leon Hot Springs Society may have “jumped the gun� in their efforts to raise funds for their vision. Just last week a new buyer from Calgary has emerged as the frontrunner after submitting an offer on the hot springs.
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CONTEST FOR YOUNG WRITERS
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From the left; Jenna Milburn, Sydney Gardner, Cohen Charette, and Joshua Friesen begin crafting stories for the Beaver Valley Public Library contest “Tell Me a Story: Strange ... But True? Story Writing Contest!� Beginning today until Aug. 10, the library will be accepting unique children-written stories that asks the question “is that story strange ... but true?� There will be prizes for the winners. Age groups will be as follows: 6-9, 10-12, and 13-15. For more information phone the library at 367-7114 or email at bvsrc2012@gmail.com. Check out what’s happening with the Beaver Valley Public Library this summer at beavervalleylibrarykids.blogspot.ca.
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2233 Columbia Avenue, Rossland 2020 Oak Street, Trail
$134,900
Roll up your sleeves and finish this home for a perfect and very affordable start! 2 bay carport, large deck, great views, upgraded exterior!
Why pay rent? This 4 bedroom / 2 bath home needs some TLC but features a large living room (with fir floors below the carpet) and a large kitchen. A rec room, 2 more bedrooms and laundry room on the lower level and a workshop below. Great downtown Rossland location.
Call Terry 250-231-1101
Call Mary A (250) 521-0525
$75,000
2740 Tamarack Avenue, Rossland
1771 First Avenue, Rossland
$339,000
$209,500
4-level split 4 bdrm 2 ½ bath home is located in Pinewood. 200sqft deck, new window and door package, double carport with concrete driveway. Pine plank flooring, tile and carpet, gas fireplace, wood stove. Mature cedar trees off both decks, spacious private lot, and easy access to Bike Trails. MLS# K212363
Looking for complete privacy in Rossland? Want to be a 3 minute walk to Idgie’s and the Steam Shovel? How about your own outdoor climbing wall of natural granite. Oh did I mention all this for $209500. Very hip 2 bedroom home with beautiful gardens, natural landscaping, incredible views and total privacy. MLS#K213813 Call Darlene (250) 231-0527 or Ron (250) 368-1162
1177 Marianna Crescent, Trail
$265,000
ICE NEW PR
202 Kootenay Avenue, Tadanac
$319,000
This gracious home features large living/ dining room with gleaming hardwood floors and gas fireplace, main floor laundry, 3 bdrms on main and 1 down, central air conditioning and underground sprinkling. Quick possession possible. Call now.
This gracious 4 bdrm Tadanac home has been rewired, and the plumbing and windows have been updated. The floor plan offers large living and dining rooms, gorgeous sun-room, spacious kitchen, and master bdrm with ensuite. Don’t miss viewing this terrific property, gracious living at an affordable price.
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
1257 Birch Avenue, Trail
36 Moller Road, Fruitvale
STING NEW LI
3799 Woodland Drive, Trail
$314,000
309 – 12th Avenue, Genelle
$299,000
This home is situated on a beautiful lot overlooking the park and has been lovingly maintained with many updates including furnace, a/c, deck and roof. There are 3 bdrms on the main and lots of room down with huge rec room. An extra bonus is double carport and newer 20 x 24 shop!
Immaculate Rancher with over 2500 sq. ft. of space on the main floor! Tastefully renovated offering 3 bdrms, hobby room, office, huge living room, large master with en-suite, above ground pool and hot tub, carport, and RV parking on 0.95 flat acres. This is a fantastic package!
Call Mary M (250) 231-0264
Call Deanne (250) 231-0153
2472 Railway Street, Rossland
Lot 2, Highway 3B, Ross Spur
$254,900
$250,000
Bright, cozy 3 bdrm home with amazing southern views. This home comes with additional land located across Railway St that can be used to build a garage and possible suite above. Hardwood floors, tons of sunlight and open kitchen and dining area. This home should be on your viewing list!
Fantastic opportunity- 29 subdividable acres for your dream home, hobby farm or to hold as an investment. Treed with large level building sites and plenty of privacy. Electricity and telephone available at property line. Call your REALTORÂŽ today to view this opportunity.
Super location - flat street with carport/ garage - level entry - super views - open floor plan with master on main floor and other bdrms. in basement - with the great interest rates this house deserves a viewing - call your REALTORÂŽ now!
WOW! 3+bdrm 2 bath open concept, stainless steel appliances, granite counter-tops, heated floors, hot tub, covered patio, sun deck, new roof, fire pit, double carport, u/g sprinklers on.38 acres - it’s all here!
Call Christine (250) 512-7653
Call Art (250) 368-8818
Call Mark (250) 231-5591
Call Tonnie (250)-365-9665
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Darlene Abenante ext 23
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$107,500
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ext 26
Cell: 250-521-0525
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Cell: 250-231-0264
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Cell: 250-368-7897
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