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Fannie Celebrates 100 Years With Family And Friends

Article & photos by Barb Fisher What a great experience to share in the celebration with well wishers on the occasion of Fannie Woods' centennial birthday. It was heartwarming to mingle with the crowd in the party room at the Lady Dunn Hospital whereby family and friends needed no prompting in sharing some memorable moments in recollecting many good times.

Fannie and Stan moved to Wawa with their young family, Kathy, Doug, Morley and Peter from Gore Bay, Manitoulin Island in 1951, with Barry born soon after. Stan was an Algoma Mines worker and their family was one of the foundling families establishing Wawa as a vibrant little northern mining community. They put down their roots in a comfortable house on Main Street and opened their home to share many an adventure for more than 60 years. Fanny, although raising her brood with fierce protection, was anxious to assert her independence and follow her own interests, and there were many. She joined the United Church, at that time located where Calvary Church is now and shared freely of her gifts. Sunday School teacher, serving on several boards and as treasurer in charge of finances when the new United Church was built where it stands today. Fannie and her

friends from the Church started a knitting group whereby the ladies would get together to knit prayer shawls which were given to shut-ins and people confined to hospital. When started the ladies rotated every two weeks gathering at a different home each time, but Fannie requested her house to be the permanent place for the meetings so that she did not have to travel outside her home, she could bake to her hearts content, and look forward to hosting a warm home for her friends to meet and of course to partake of a little town gossip!

There was lots going on in Wawa even in its infancy.

Every holiday was celebrated with gusto; July 1 Canada Day, August civic holiday, Labour Day and Christmas featured concerts, parades, ball games, races, food booths and other goodies. There were picnics in the summertime, winter carnival parades and always something going on at the Legion. Saturday night dances was where everyone met and joining with the Legion Ladies Auxiliary provided the perfect outlet for Fannie's flare for baking, helping people, and nurturing lifetime friendships.

Not to be sitting idle for a moment, she juggled rearing her family with her job at the old Haman's Red & White grocery store which used to stand next to the Lakeview Hotel.

During the 24 years before retiring, Fannie made many friends with whom she has cherished and kept in touch with over the years.

Fannie has always displayed a strong personality, opinionated and delightfully protective of her family and friends.

No one speaks unkindly of her children, 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren, and with her maiden name enabling her, she readily admits, "I'm never wrong. I'm always Wright!" There are only two siblings left in her original family of seven - the youngest Joan Stewart and Fannie the oldest. In her insistence that she will be forever young, there is a photo hanging in her room; the only photo ever whereby Doug her son at 75 years old overlaps his mum at 49!

Fannie loves sports - that is everything Blue Jays and Maple Leafs, and has travelled many times to Toronto by bus, automobile or plane, any way to get to cheer on her favourite players. Her great-grandson Will shared with me Fannie's prediction that she will live to see the Maple Leafs again win the Stanley Cup. Well folks, I predict that Fannie will be with us for some years to come!

Fannie has globetrotted much of the world. She will travel by any means, trains, planes, automobiles, bus and boats; whatever will get her

to her destination. Jaynie, Fannie's oldest granddaughter, who incidently had to take a backseat in her birthday celebrations; sharing a birthday with her 100 year old gramma, well Jaynie didn't really mind.

Jaynie has shared many a vacation with gramma - flying to Europe, England, Scotland, Ireland, road trip to Calgary, train trip to Vancouver and to Alaska by boat. But the most memorable journey was sharing a camper road trip with her family and gramma to Nova Scotia - a trip that would task the fortitude of any seasoned traveller - but one that Fannie and family survived unscathed with memories to last a lifetime. Clair, a lifetime friend of Fannie also added her travel experiences with her most endeared friend: England, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, North Africa and beyond great adventures with a treasured friend.

Son Doug acted as master of ceremonies at the birthday party and after lunch and cake, he passed on congratulations from Queen Elizabeth in a birthday greeting certificate acknowledging 100 years of excellence.

Mayor Ron Rody, a family friend and advocate for the seniors of our town, also presented a congratulations certificate to Fannie in appreciation of how our seniors have positively shaped our community.

Ron also took this opportunity to

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remind us of the Municipality's plan to make Wawa a safe and enjoyable environment for our aging population.

Several Legion Ladies Auxiliary members were present to extend their best wishes and impressed everyone once again in their baking prowess - a wonderful birthday cake to top off the festivities. The Ladies presented Fannie with several gifts including a Legion Ladies blanket embroidered with Fannie's name. But the most cherished keepsake presented by Pat Harron was a coveted Certificate of Lifetime Membership with the Legion Ladies Auxiliary, paid in full by Pat for the last several years.

On collecting my thoughts to pass on to my readers, I was in awe of all the love and respect that oozed from everyone in attendance of Fannie's birthday celebration, and wondered how I could capture this tenderness in words. I will simply say that Fannie's fans come away the winners in being part of her amazing life. I could feel the love!

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Sir James Dunn Public School

Newsflash

Ornaments!

Christmas is a time of giving. The staff at Sir James Dunn Public School decided that Christmas was a great time to give back to the people who give to their students directly or indirectly. On a snowy evening

half the staff handmade 180 adorable wooden snowman ornaments, while the other half baked over 500 delicious shortbread cookies. These ornaments and cookies were delivered to individuals and businesses, as well as to families who attended the winter concert performance. It was a small token of their appreciation to say thanks for everything that people in this community have done for their students, whether it is volunteering their time to work with their children, donating items to the school or making donations to their yearly calendar fundraiser that assists with the Toronto trip. Wawa is an amazing community filled with kind and supportive individuals.

Lego Club!

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NUTS ‘N’ BOLTS

Opinions, or observations from an old newsman - by Bob Avis

Mixing Us Up Is Just What We Need So, we have our first ten thousand or so Syrian refugees in Canada, and more to come, and we’re already in a mess. We’ve got them in out of the cold (that must be a fun experience for people from the mid-east, Canada winter) but there’s nothing much for them to do but huddle together in hotels, or worse, and wait for something to happen.

Paperwork is keeping most of them from getting jobs, going to school or learning the language. They have no status in Canada, no citizenship and not much hope aside from not being shot at or bombed by whoever is in the air at the moment. I suppose it’s better than dying in a ball of fire without notice, but how many more can we take into our country without having some plan for them?

I’ve heard some people complaining about the government spending so much on refugees while we still have social needs at home. That

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these people will take our jobs and receive benefits needed by our own citizens. But the fact remains that the refugees have nothing. Our poorest people would be considered to be living in luxury by comparison.

What with worsening economic conditions we may feel that we can’t afford to help out the truly poor of the world. Just a few days ago I noted an item on private debt that has Canadians owing more money per capita than any other G-7 nation.

Most of the world doesn’t even know what a credit card is, never mind getting in over their heads in debt. Yet we manage to have the boats, cars, homes, ATVs, snowmobiles, all the toys we want, and then have the nerve to complain of poverty. Where do our responsibilities for this world lie?

This is not the first time this kind of thing has happened y’know. After World

War II we were flooded with European Displaced Persons (D-P’s we derogatorily called them). I remember Toronto in the late 40’s when every house it seemed would be suddenly filled with chattering Italians or Eastern Europeans who didn’t even speak English. Yet in the following years their children melted into our society as they grew up among us.

Remember the sudden influx of Hungarians when their land was taken over by the Russians in the mid 50’s? Same thing. If you look hard now you can find proud Hungarian “Freedom Fighters” who have melted into our society, but you’d never know them if you didn’t ask. They’re all Canadians now.

If we can find a way to absorb them that doesn’t cost them their dignity the Syrian refugees will, for the most part, become valuable members of Canadian society virtually without notice. Their children will speak to us in uninflected English and their children’s children will be undetectable among us.

Except for First Nations people, everyone in Canada came from somewhere else within the last few generations. That selection and mixing of the peoples of the world is what keeps us vibrant. Welcome it!

Ontario Making Hospital Parking More Affordable Putting Patients First By Reducing Fees for Frequent Visitors

A new club has started at Sir James Dunn Public School and judging by the smiles on the 42 children’s faces it is a huge success. Each year Mrs. Bernath has her Grade Three and Four class write persuasive letters to the principal attempting to persuade her in various ways. Last year the class was granted a field trip to the Potholes Provincial Park to see firsthand the effects of erosion as result of one of the letters. Lego Club was another popular request,

so this Year Lego Club was started for all students from Grade One to Eight. A special thanks to former students and families Bryan and Neil Mills and Kathleen Johnson, as well as Bradley Proulx from Ecole St. Joseph High School for their generous donation of Legos. Without you this club would not have been possible. Sir James Dunn Public School offers a wide variety of extra-curricular activities for their students to participate in throughout the year.

Ontario is making hospital parking more affordable for thousands of patients, their loved ones and caregivers. As of October 1, 2016, hospitals that charge more than $10 a day for parking will be required to provide 5-, 10and 30-day passes that are: • Discounted by 50 per cent off their daily rate • Transferable between patients and caregivers • Equipped with in-andout privileges throughout a 24-hour period • Good for one year from the date of purchase.

Ontario consulted with patients, patient advocacy groups, hospitals and the Ontario Hospital Association to find a fair plan that reduces the financial burden of parking fees for patients and their visitors.

Between now and October 1, 2016, hospitals will work directly with their Patient and Family Advisory Councils to implement this new policy, ensuring that it is well promoted and easy to understand. Each hospital will provide details on its specific parking policy and discounts.

Approximately 900,000 patients and visitors - including 135,000 seniors - are expected to benefit from

reduced parking fees each year.

Saving patients and their loved ones money on hospital parking is part of the government's plan to build a better Ontario through its Patients First: Action Plan for Health Care, which is providing patients with faster access to the right care, better home and community care, the information they need to stay healthy and a health care system that's sustainable for generations to come.

QUICK FACTS • The Ministry was pleased to have consulted with a number of hospitals and the Ontario Hospital Association in regards to parking fee changes in Fall 2015 • The Ministry will require other hospitals that do not own their own lots to make best efforts to influence their partners, like municipalities and private operators to cap or cut parking fees for those who must visit the hospital frequently.

• In Ontario 45 Hospitals currently offer free parking and 54 charge $10 or less per day. It is estimated that 36 hospitals charge more than $10 a

day.

The government is directing hospitals not to raise their daily parking rates for the next three years starting today.

QUOTES "Parking fees should never be a barrier for patients when they go to the hospital. With today’s announcement, we are providing relief from the high cost of parking at some hospitals in Ontario. By making parking more affordable for patients and their loved ones who visit the hospital often, we are helping to reduce the burden of parking fees and putting patients first."

— Dr. Eric Hoskins, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care "We are thrilled that our concerns around the high cost of hospital parking have been addressed in a meaningful way that will help defray the cost of hospital parking for families of children with cancer in Ontario. You heard our voices, included us in the consultation, and have come up with a plan that reflects that in a very positive way.

Thank you."

— Susan Kuczynski, Member of Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer

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Pathways

“Carrying the message of Love” with Joan Brooks

HOPE II Seeing The Sacred In The Ordinary “What we are being asked to do is not to ‘fix’ the existing system but to radically transform it so we no longer, by our choices, threaten our lives and the lives of millions of species. And we can only do this by radically transforming ourselves."

- Andrew Harvey We are all gifts from God, and what we do with our gift is as individualized as we are. I shared information from Andrew Harvey’s book The Hope – a Guide to Sacred Activism. Do you see yourself as a sacred activist? I sure didn’t until I read Harvey’s description of what it means to be a sacred activist given the chaos, suffering and violence that is happening within our world. He then offered ten things we can do right now, or within the next 24 hours to align ourselves with the Power and Hope of Sacred Activism. I listed the first three and followed his dictate including number three - forgiveness. Yikes. And while I didn’t use Harvey’s suggestion, I used my tried and true Colin Tipping’s Radical Forgiveness. It lifted the burden of carrying anger and blame at a loved one and reminded me once again the role I played, and lifted the event into the realm of my one consciousness – God. Now number four on his list suggested reading a short text from any of the world’s spiritual traditions that inspires you. For me, there are many, but I chose a short poem from The Love Poems of Rumi called My Beloved.

Know that my beloved is hidden from everyone.

Know that she is beyond the belief of all beliefs.

Know that in my heart she is as clear as the moon.

Know that she is the life in my body and in my soul.

This is just one of Rumi’s many beautiful and uplifting poems.

Number five then asks you to pray a short prayer that aligns us with the pure deep Love that is longing to use you as its instrument in the world. I’ve chosen three or four texts or verses that I use

at odd moments of the day whenever I need reminders. i) I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me ii) all things are possible to them who Love God iii) and from the Prayer of St. Francis Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace, where there is anger, let me sow Love, If none of these work for you, make up your own, then repeat ten times. Awesome!

Six, make a real commitment to a spiritual practice.

Harvey promotes a simple meditation. For me I used a Holosync audio technology. I had always found it so difficult to meditate and in my search for another way to meditate discovered brain wave technology. Further search that worked for me was Holosync who offered technology that would help me resolve past mental emotional blocks that invariably ended up in another bout of debilitating depression that sometimes lasted months. I have not experienced depression since I began using this product. Centerpointe’s support team and their material are fantastic. I have used it now for about eight years. www.centerpointe.com.

Another aspect of my daily spiritual practice is Qigong.

I’ve been following this Chinese form of practice for a couple of years now and truly enjoy it. And, I do a walking meditation which opens me up like no other. I’m never sure if it’s the surrounding hillside or the water, frozen or otherwise, but it lightens the burdens we sometimes carry.

Harvey offered five more suggestions -, however, these are sufficient for this day. If you are able to include any one or all of these within your day, you are well on the way to discovering that as you go so does the universe. We are truly all One. ‘til next time…this is Joan “Perhaps your purpose is to connect your passion with this universal intelligence to bring forth your own unique creative genius into the world to be shared in a beautiful and fulfilling way.”

- Ted Murray

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Ontario Hiring More Mental Health Workers For Children And Youth Investing $6 Million to Support Early Intervention Ontario is investing $6 million in local mental health services to help an estimated additional 4,000 children and youth, and their families each year.

Approximately one in five children and youth in Ontario experience a mental health challenge. About 70 per cent of mental health challenges have their onset in childhood or youth. Early identification and intervention can lead to improved achievement in school and better health outcomes in life.

With this investment, approximately 80 new child and youth mental health workers are being hired to provide local mental health services, including early identification and intervention, crisis services, counselling and supports for families.

Lead agencies for child and youth mental health led local planning for the additional $6 million in funding supports, in 33 service areas across Ontario. This funding has been allocated to, and supports the work of, local, community-based, mental health services for children and youth. Lead agencies work directly with schools, hospitals, and other community partners to make sure mental health services meet the needs of those who need them, close to home.

Every child and youth deserves the opportunity to thrive and have the best possible start in life. Increasing mental health supports for children and youth is one way Ontario is working to support families and create positive environments so all of our children and youth can reach their full potential.

QUICK FACTS • With this new funding, investments in child and youth mental health that started in 2011 have grown to $99 million a year. Overall, we’re investing more than $444 million annually in child and youth mental health.

• Improving access to mental health services for children, youth and their families is part of Open Minds, Healthy Minds: Ontario’s Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions Strategy launched in 2011.

QUOTES "The new funding will help address and tailor services to local needs. Ontario’s vision is to provide services when and where they are needed – right in the community."

— Tracy MacCharles, Ontario Minister of Children and Youth Services

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Carol Hughes, M.P. Algoma-ManitoulinKapuskasing

Still Time To Make Sense Of Middle Class Tax Cuts

A tax plan that offers no relief to more than half the country and only benefits those who are already wealthy would have seen Stephen Harper pilloried in the press and coffee shops across the nation, but will Justin Trudeau be given a free ride for doing just that?

It’s a question we are about to get an answer to since a study from the Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) confirms how critics indicated the ‘middle class’ tax break will really work.

During the brief debate in parliament before the New Year, New Democrats proposed an amendment that would have benefitted twice as many Canadians, but the new government voted that down.

Now that the PBO confirms that most Canadians won't receive any benefit whatsoever, will the government be willing to make changes? The study shows that the benefits of the Liberal plan mainly go to the top 30% of income earners with the most money going to the richest 10%. That includes

those making $200,000 who will receive the maximum amount under the Liberal plan.

When the tables were turned and the government was in opposition, they took the word of the PBO as gospel truth. It will be interesting to see how they handle their first bad report card from that office.

Canadians can only hope that they take the criticism to heart.

As I mentioned earlier, it is positive that the government is willing to look at inequity within the tax system, but it cannot be limited to measures that benefit the better off portion of the middle class only.

New Democrats saw the flaw in the plan and came up with a way to make it tackle inequity in a broader sense and even that would have only scratched the surface of a much larger problem. Now with inflation revving its engine and preparing to put a beating on household budgets in concert with an increasingly destabilized international market and a low dollar, we should all hope

THUNDER BAY - Lac Des Iles Mines Ltd. has been fined a total of $365,000 after separate incidents in 2014 in which one worker was injured and another killed due to the movement of mined material.

On July 10, 2014, one miner was operating a scoop tram (underground loader, similar to a front-end loader) hauling ore and was killed instantly upon being struck and crushed by a run of muck or rock. The incident occurred at the 961 Stope Draw Point, an opening at the bottom of an inclined excavation through which broken ore was being extracted. The worker was found lifeless in a location about 6.75 metres ahead of the 'safe-limit line' (also known as a "no-go" line) painted on the wall. A safe-limit line designates a hazard zone to workers.

It was not known why the worker was ahead of the safelimit line outside the cab of the loader; the bucket was full of rock and raised, its engine still running with lights on and the operator cab door was open.

The Ministry of Labour issued a number of orders to

the employer, including one to ensure that written safety precautions and procedures were established and used before, during and after removal of material. The employer complied with the order by developing a written policy that no worker outside a loader would be permitted ahead of the safelimit line without permission from a supervisor.

The employer was found guilty of failing to ensure that written safety precautions and procedures were established and followed to prevent a worker from being outside of a loader while ahead of the safelimit line, contrary to Section 84(1) of the Mining and Mining Plants Regulation, and fined $300,000.

Earlier, on February 22, 2014, another equipment operator was injured while working above ground at the mine's Regular Grade Ore stockpile working face. The worker was loading mine haulage trucks with an excavator when the working face of the stockpile failed, sending a large amount of material onto the excavator.

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that the government doesn’t lean on negatives as excuses for inaction.

The cost of living is shooting through the roof. As I write this five heads of cauliflower cost more than a barrel of oil.

People respond to incentives and there is little in the way of incentive for healthy living when the cost of fruit and vegetable soar beyond the budget of lower income Canadians. Add to that the fact that the low cost of crude oil, which is at the root of our declining economic fortunes, is not showing up for consumers at the pumps and it becomes clear that people who are scraping by are not getting any of the breaks at all.

The NDP amendment to the plan would have benefited twice as many Canadians and found money for working class and middle class Canadians who are pinching every penny these days. The government should also consider our proposal to offset the revenues with a small increase to the corporate tax rate. A small increase maintains our competitive advantage and allows those entities benefitting from Canada to contribute a bit more to ensuring its well-being. The good thing is that it's not too late for the government to do the right thing and implement the NDP's tax fairness proposal.

Mining Company Fined Total Of $365,000 After One Worker Killed, Another Injured

It crushed the operator's cab, its controls and radio, trapping the worker inside where the worker was unable to radio for assistance, shut down the motor or get free of the cab.

Another mine haulage truck operator discovered the trapped worker and mine rescue personnel extricated the worker about two hours after the incident. The worker suffered hand and leg injuries.

The employer was found guilty of failing to ensure that a stockpile of unconsolidated material was made safe before a worker was allowed to work close to or on top of the stockpile, contrary to Section 61(1) (b) of the regulation, and fined $65,000.

The fines were imposed

by Senior Justice of the Peace Raymond Zuliani in Thunder Bay court on January 18, 2016.

In addition to the fines, the court imposed a 25-percent victim fine surcharge as required by the Provincial Offences Act. The surcharge is credited to a special provincial government fund to assist victims of crime.

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The Crime Scene ___________________ la scène du crime

Opp Charge Two Local Residents With Theft

(WAWA, ON) – On Sunday, January 24, 2016 the Superior East Wawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a theft complaint from a local Wawa business.

During the investigation police interviewed witnesses and viewed surveillance video from the establishment.

As a result of this investigation police arrested and charged Deborah KOMARNISKI (54) and Blake John KOMARNISKI (32) of Wawa Ontario with the following offence; • Adult Theft Under $5000- Shoplifting contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Both accused were released on a Promise to Appear and are to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Wawa Ontario on the April 4, 2016 to answer to the charge.

Highway Traffic Act Amendments Pedestrian Safety

(WAWA, ON) – The Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is advising motorist of the new legislative amendments to the Highway Traffic Act sections 140 and 176 which have become into force January 1, 2016. The Act will require drivers to stop and yield the entire roadway to pedestrians and school crossing guards before proceeding at pedestrian crossovers and school crossings.

A school crossing is any pedestrian crossing facility where a school crossing guard is present and is displaying a school crossing stop sign.

A pedestrian crossover is a pedestrian crossing facility identified by specific signs, pavement markings and overhead lights in combination with pedestrian-activated flashing beacons. It is not a crosswalk at a signalized intersection.

Any contraventions of this Act will result in fines of $150.00 to $300.00 dollars.

Chapleau Driver Charged With Driving Under Suspension

(CHAPLEAU, ON) – On Monday, January 18, 2016, at approximately 9:00 p.m. members of the Superior East Chapleau Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrols in the Community of

Chapleau Ontario when they conducted a traffic stop.

As a result Wayne Frederick BRISCOSINOBERT (33) of Chapleau Ontario was charged with the following offence, • Adult drive a motor vehicle while under suspension contrary to section 53 of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario.

The defendant was issued a Part III Summons and will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Chapleau Ontario.

Suspended Driver Charged With Drug Offences

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – On January 25, 2016, members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on regular patrol duties on Causley Street, in the town of Blind River.

At 3:00 p.m., police observed an eastbound vehicle on Causley Street. A traffic stop was initiated. As a result of the investigation, police could detect a strong odour of cannabis marihuana.

Two males were arrested and the vehicle searched. Police found a small amount of cannabis marihuana and several non-prescription pills. The driver was also found to be suspended driver.

The driver, Nathan THOMSON, 34 years of age, Winnipeg, Manitoba, was charged with: • Possession Cannabis Marihuana-Under 30 grams, contrary to section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs Substances Act; • Possession Schedule I, contrary to section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs Substances Act; and • Drive While Suspension, contrary to section 53(1) of the Highway Traffic Act. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Blind River for the drug charges June 2, 2016 and May 25, 2016 for the Suspend Driver.

Opp Charge Male With Break And Enter

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – On January 17, 2016, members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on regular patrol duties on Causley Street in the town of Blind River. Police received a call at 12:31 a.m., from a local coffee shop/Greyhound bus depot, that an intoxicated male was removed from the Greyhound bus earlier. The intoxicated male had several pieces of luggage left at the lobby of the coffee shop. The employees didn’t know where the male went.

At 12:43 a.m., police responded to a break and enter in progress at a local motel on Causley Street.

Police attended and were

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told the male had left and was walking west on Causley Street.

The male was located a short time later on Causley Street and found to be intoxicated and in possession of stolen property from the motel. Investigation revealed this male was the same individual that was removed from the bus.

Reijo TYRVAINEN, 35 years of age, from London, Ontario was charged with the following: • Break, enter Dwelling House-Commit Indictable Offence, contrary to section 348(1)(b) of the Criminal Code; • Mischief under $5000, contrary to section 430(4) of the Criminal Code; • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, contrary to section 88 of the Criminal Code; • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 – in Canada (X4), contrary to section 354(1) (a) of the Criminal Code; • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Other Drugs (X3), contrary to section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act; • Fail to Comply with Recognizance (X4), contrary to section 145(3) of the Criminal Code; and • Possession of Stolen Credit Card (X5), contrary to section 342(1)(c) of the Criminal Code The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste. Marie, on January 22, 2016.

Three Charged With Snowmobile Violations

(ELLIOT LAKE ON) – On January 24, 2016, members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on snowmobile patrol duties on the EL 1, EL 2, and F trails in the Elliot Lake area.

Police, checked thirty Motorized Snow Vehicles (MSV), four Off Road Vehicles (ORV) and as a result, three MSV drivers were charged: At 1:20 p.m., Colin BOILARD, 25 years of age, from Elliot Lake was charged and issued a Provincial Offence Noticed for: Fail to Display Evidence Permit, contrary to section 2(8) of the Motorized Snow Vehicles of Act. At 1:50 p.m., Garth MCCOMB, 22 years of age, from Elliot Lake was charged and issued a Provincial Offence Noticed for: Fail to Notify Change of Ownership, contrary to section 3(3) of the Motorized Snow Vehicles of Act. At 3:00 p.m., Dustin GRANT, 27 years of age, from Elliot Lake was charged and issued a Provincial Offence Noticed for: Fail to Display Evidence Permit, contrary to section 2(8) of the Motorized Snow Vehicles of Act. The OPP and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) would like

to remind snowmobilers to focus on their own personal safety and well-being of others. The motoring public is also being reminded to watch for snowmobiles along roads or those that cross roads at snowmobile trails.

The OPP is committed to saving lives on Ontario’s highways, trails and waterways through the reduction of preventable injury and death. Initiatives are developed and delivered through the Provincial Traffic Safety Program.

The OFSC is committed to proactive leadership in promoting safe, responsible riding, on and off Ontario snowmobile trails, by building safer snowmobiling knowledge, attitudes and behaviours through rider education, safety legislation development and enforcement.

Police Want To Warn Snowmobilers To Stay Off Of Airport Runways

(HEARST, ON) – The James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind the public and snowmobilers to stay off of airport runways. On January 22, 2016 at 2:30 p.m., four Motorized Snow Vehicles (MSV) were observed on the Hearst Airport runway by a pilot who was attempting to land. The pilot took evasive action and completed a missed approach with a circling and landed the aircraft safely.

Airport runways are private property and anyone observed trespassing will be charged. Trespassers may face provincial and criminal charges, depending on the circumstances, which include: • Trespass to Property • Mischief • Interfering with Transportation Facilities • Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle • Endangering Safety of Aircraft or Airport • Causing Death by Criminal Negligence This investigation is ongoing and police were unable to identify the involved drivers or vehicles.

Any person with information about this incident is asked to immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.tipsubmit.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Hearst Man Arrested And Charged With Criminal And Provincial Offences

(HEARST, ON) – On January 19, 2016, at 8:07 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was patrolling Highway 663 when they observed a maroon commercial motor vehicle, driven by a male, travelling north-

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bound. Shortly thereafter, a traffic stop was conducted and it was confirmed that the male driver was wanted for assault and was arrested.

Police investigation led to reveal that the male was also in contravention of several provincial offences for which he was subsequently charged.

Denis POULIN, 44 of Hearst, Ontario has been charged with the following offences: • Assault contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code of Canada (CC); • Drive commercial motor vehicle – improper licence contrary to section 32(1) of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario (HTA); • Drive commercial motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device contrary to section 41.2(13)(a) HTA; • Drive commercial motor vehicle – no valid Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) certificate contrary to section 16(2) HTA; • Fail to maintain daily log contrary to section 190(3) HTA. The commercial motor vehicle was impounded for seven days in relation to the driver failing to install an ignition interlock device.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Hearst on March 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. to answer to the criminal charge and at the Ontario Provincial Court in Hearst on March 8, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. for the HTA offences.

Opp Charge Male For Driving Under Suspension

(SUDBURY, ON)- On January 14, 2016, at approximately 11:20 a.m., members from the Sudbury Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on Highway 144 in the City of Greater Sudbury.

As a result of the investigation, it was found that the male driver was suspended and had violated other related offences.

Rheal SAVARD, 24 years of age, from Sudbury, was charged with the following offences: • Driving while under suspension, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance, contrary to the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act. The accused will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury, on February 29, 2016.

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Sean Terala seemed like a nice enough guy – but would a 'nice guy' run across the room at a party and knock down an innocent woman, breaking her wrist? Jennifer Connell didn't think so. She's the woman Sean Terala knocked down – and she's sued him for damages – a hundred and twentyseven thousand dollars' worth.

But life is seldom as simple as the bare bones of a story would suggest. There were, as they say, extenuating circumstances. For one thing, Jennifer Connell is Sean Terala's aunt.

And the 'assault' occurred at Sean's birthday party.

His eighth...birthday party.

It happened like this: Sean was trying out his brand new bicycle – his first two-wheeler – when Ms. Connell arrived at the party. When he saw her, Sean dropped his bicycle, yelled “Auntie Jen, Auntie Jen!” and ran across the room to hug her. “I remember him shouting 'Auntie Jen, I love you!” says Ms. Connell, “and there he was, flying at me”.

They met, she fell, her wrist snapped, she sued.

Which is how an 11 year old kid (the accident happened three years ago) wound up sitting in a New York courtroom, beside his father, facing the full majesty of U.S. jurisprudence.

The judge threw out the case, but a reporter noted that the boy appeared 'confused'.

No, really?

I suspect a lot of schoolkids are feeling a tad confused about the whole question of violence, real and perceived.

They see their dads cheering themselves hoarse as 250pound linebackers hurl themselves at each other, mayhem aforethought; then they go to schools where a policy of 'zero tolerance' for any kind

of aggressive play is in force.

No roughhousing, no tag, no dodgeball, no pretending to be The Green Lantern or Wonder Woman.

There is a word for this educational policy. The word is 'stupid'.

In Britain a Parliamentary subcommittee has released a report concluding that 'no risk' schoolyard behaviour is in fact, misguided.

“Risky play,” the report says, “involving perhaps rough and tumble, height, speed, playing near potentially dangerous elements such as water, cliffs and exploring alone with the possibility of getting lost, gives children a feeling of thrill and excitement.”

Risk, concludes the report, is an essential component of a balanced childhood. Yes, there will be cuts, scrapes, bruises, panics and maybe even fights.

You know – like in real life.

Kids learn from that. They learn how to communicate, how to win – and lose. How to follow the rules and the consequences of not following the rules. They learn how their bodies move and how to channel their aggression into acceptable competition, rather than naked domination.

But more than that, studies show that denying kids those experiences is actually counterproductive. Kids who don't get to 'bleed off' their natural aggression on the basketball court or the soccer field actually tend to be more violent in later life.

Children, the report concludes, actually need to take risks.

My question: how did we become so dumb that we needed a parliamentary subcommittee to tell us of that?

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Photo by Lindsay Robinson which shows Carol-Anne with right, Mirage with her colt Kinzy.

Carol-Anne Robinson - Celebrating 20 Years Article by Joan Brooks. Photo supplied.

May, 2016 - CarolAnne Robinson B. Sc. Physiotherapist, celebrates 20 years offering local physiotherapy services in Wawa.

“I was coming to Wawa for a year, and 20 years later I am here and loving it. I’ve had some of the most amazing post graduate and professional development courses and that’s what I’m really celebrating. This year is just looking at and appreciating where I’ve come from, and professional development has always been important, right after graduation I was signing up for courses, several professors said ‘go and work in the area where you are going to see a lot. Don’t specialize!

I’ve gained a lot of experience in everything. Initially in my career that was the challenge because I was learning, but I was learning in many different areas.”

From her physiotherapist perspective she has taken numerous courses throughout Canada and the United States over the past ten years.

They’ve included six John F Barnes - Myofascial Release courses as well four NeuroDevelopment Technique (NDT) with Shelley Mannell of St. Catherine’s Ontario and Julie Wiebe in California.

“Both of these courses look at the body holistically. My physiotherapy career is about the full body - looking at Alignment, Breath and Core Stability. For the body to work optimally we need to begin with alignment and breath to fully function with core stability.”

Robinson’s love for horses – she has three - Spirit, Mirage and Kenzy - would eventually merger with her Alignment, Breath and Core Stability focus. However, as always in Life, our intentions often take a detour. And for Carol-Anne, “I continued on my path of taken courses, and last year Aroma Yoga came about. Tracy Griffiths, the founder of Aroma Yoga, is

from California. Aroma Yoga allows me to now teach the public my craft. I’m a yoga instructor incorporating Alignment, Breath and Core Stability.” Aroma Yoga blends her passion with the use of therapeutic grade essential oils and uses only Young Living Essential Oils which she had already been using for the past three and a half years. For her first Aroma Yoga course Carol-Anne anticipated six students and ended up with fourteen. “It certainly overwhelmed me. I did not have an inkling that would happen. It’s a nine week series right now, based on the chakra system. We do a chakra a week and the last two classes are restorative type classes. The introduction was really setting the foundation for the other classes.

"I’ve had a strong inclination to create a web based course for horseback riding - Yoga for equestrians, with a sound focus on alignment. My goal is to provide semi-private, private and or small clinics whether it’s here in Wawa or anywhere in Ontario or Canada. I’ve loved horses since I was born and in the last two years I’ve taken five online courses related to horse with horses, a couple of them submitted videos and I could see people’s postural dysfunction while riding a horse. I’m passionate about it. The website was a part of the debut. I can add a web hosting program to the site which will allow participants to dial in. There will be videos to watch and practice along with interactive webinar. During the webinars we will discuss and review how to improve your posture and alignment on the horse.

I’m hoping it will debut this summer. Getting the website done has been a lot of work.

Marry the horses with my physiotherapy background and my Level 3 English and Western CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association) would allow me to offer a different view while instructing

therapeutic ride instructors.

That’s a goal of mine with my CHA. They are all interrelated. I certified in 2009 and again It is very interesting, as one of my demonstrative lessons was to teach ‘stretching’ the horse, because I’d taken two physiotherapy courses for horses. Quite interesting as several instructors I’ve met have been beautiful instructors. Amazing people who want to mentor younger therapists, and I’m in the middle of my career now.”

“My plan with the Aroma Yoga for Horses includes both my physiotherapy and my CHA as well, I haven’t pursued my therapeutic teaching yet, that is once my children are older. It would require weeks of travel. It will be a goal for the near future, and I think with the Aroma Yoga teaching it will be an exciting next 20 years,.

Carol-Anne began work at the Lady Dunn Hospital in May of 1996 and met her future husband Jamie that November. They have two children, Lindsay 16 and Brett 15, both aspiring hockey players. “They’ve been very supportive of all my courses, all of my studies. It’s been an absolute commitment from my family. They’re so understanding, and I’m so appreciative of that.”

A fully bilingual CarolAnne with a B. Sc. in Physiotherapy worked at Lady Dunn hospital for five years.

She then went into private practice where she has practiced for the past 15 years. Her Physiotherapy degree was in French at Ottawa University.

She wishes to express her appreciation to the community of Wawa and its residents for supporting her career and its development.

If you wish to contact Carol-Anne: For physiotherapy is robinsonpt@bellnet.ca or 705856-0005.

For aroma yoga website: www.carolannerobinson.com Email: info@carolannerobinson.com

So we are more than halfway through January and things are back to normal for most of us.

At the Branch, we are planning things to do for fund raising and the next Winter Carnival is our first big chance.

In the meantime, our Ladies Auxiliary will have another Monthly Luncheon on January 28th from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and they are planning another Spaghetti supper on February 18th from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Also their the Dart Tournament on February 23rd with the winter Carnival. The Branch will have a Winter Carnival that day in the Lounge in conjunction with the darts. So lots of fun downstairs and upstairs.

St. Valentine is coming too.

On the sports front, all is fine and our lady darters had another good night last Wednesday. Cribbage was well attended last Saturday with lots of players and room for more. Winners were 1st Reg and John, 2nd Jeanette and Carol, 3rd Alma and Sandra and boobs were Iris

and Cliff. The big winners all won 6 games. The other Carol got the 24 hand. We hope to even more players next Saturday to join the fun.

Next time I hope to report on a special donation we received.

Friendship!!

Friendship between woman.

A woman does not come home one night. The next day, she tells him she stayed over at a girlfriend.

He calls 10 of her friends and not ONE confirmed that she had been there.

Friendship between men.

A husband does not come home one night. The next day, he tells his wife he stayed overnight at 1 of his friends.

The wife calls 10 of his friends and 8 of them confirm he stayed overnight with him and 2 even swore he was still there!!

To all our Comrades sick at home, in the hospital or nursing homes you are in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you well.

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The Congregation welcomes everyone to Worship at First United Church.

Services are held on Sunday at 11:15 a.m.

If anyone has a question or concern, please leave a message on the answering machine at the Church 705-856-2926.

The Annual Meeting of First United Church will be held following Morning Worship NEXT SUNDAY - Jan. 31st.

All members & adherents are encouraged to attend & discuss the Annual Reports, voice your concerns & offer your ideas.

One item to be discussed at the meeting will be the question of the time of Morning Worship.

The latest batch of Prayer Shawls will be blessed during Morning Worship on Sunday.

During 2015, 54 shawls were provided, most recipients being in Wawa and Hawk Junction, but some have gone out to

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Religious denomination is not a consideration.

The THRIFT SHOP opens this Thursday, Jan. 28th at 5 p.m. Please see the ad on page 10 in The Algoma News Review for further details.

All HELP welcomed to assist in packing up on Tuesday, February 2nd at 9:30 a.m. No heavy lifting.

PLEASE spread the “WORD" that contributions for the April Thrift Shop CANNOT be accepted during February, as the FLOORS ARE BEING CLEANED. Sat. Feb. 6th - Prayer Shawl 3 p.m.

Mon. Feb. 8th - U.C.W. 7 p.m. Budget for 2016 will be discussed.

Wed. Feb. 18th - Worship Committee 9:30 a.m.

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With Jim White

A Groundhog Day Play “I have had the honour of writing a play for the local Drama Club at the former Acting High School here in Acting this evening of January 27th, 2016. An interesting note about the name of our town – when it was incorporated into a town in 1966, the provincial registry clerk in Toronto typed it incorrectly. It was supposed to have been Actine, named for the first mayor, Rene Actine.

Nobody ever bothered to change it.

This year when the new school was opened, it was named for me, and that was when they asked me to write a short one-act play as part of the ceremonies, which included the 50th anniversary of the town's incorporation.

That makes it now known as Arthur Carlton Thompson High School – (ACT for short).

I graduated from the school back in 1996. During my five years at the school I was heavily involved in the Drama Club, first as an actor, then in Grade 13, I wrote my own short play.

That was performed before the main play, which that year was 'The Sound of Music'. It was titled 'Groundhog Day'. I based it on a story in our local paper, The Acting Chronicle about a feud that had developed between two towns who were both trying to bring in some tourist dollars to boost their economies during the slow winter months. I thought it was a timely topic, since the plays were being performed right around Groundhog Day. Here is the background story taken from the paper: As we know, February 2nd, is when the prognosticator determines whether there will be six more weeks of winter, or not. Of course, in Canada, one of our most famous groundhogs is Wiarton Willy.

Our town, Acting, was one such place that wanted to become famous like that. So one of our local farmers captured a groundhog from his property and came up with a name for him. After a campaign and the vote, the name chosen was 'Stagefright''. This was in 1977. They created this special day, which they called Acting's Groundhog Day Celebration, with all sorts of festivities going on around town, but centred at the arena.

The whole thing was an instant success locally. Of course, it never did generate the publicity that Wiarton Willy garnered, but it did turn into an annual event. Every year they were able to raise money for a project that they designated for that year.

One other town situated about twenty kilometers east of us, but with a larger population, was the town of Playberg.

It was named after the Bank

President, Philip Lawton Alexander Yates) - PLAY for short). He was instrumental in getting the town settled in the 1920's by hiring contractors to build a school, a church, a general store, a small factory that made car parts for General Motors in Oshawa, and of course his bank. The small hamlet soon grew into a village, and finally a town that became the most important hub of the area.

Anyway, after seeing the success that we were having with our event, they decided to get in on it too. They called their event 'Playberg's Groundhog Day Festival'. They named their critter 'Playful Predictor'. Their first try was in 1980. They had a larger population to draw from to get things organized, and numbers to come out to these events, therefore raising a lot more money than we did. It was quite successful.

The next year, the folks in our town noticed a drop in attendance for our events, and consequently brought in less money. It got even worse in 1982.

In November of 1982 there was a crucial meeting at the home of Mrs. Evelyn Knight, who was the wife of Alexander Knight, Mayor of Playberg, and Ariel Daye, wife of our Mayor, Robert Daye.

We can only imagine what went on during that meeting, although it came out later.

That is what I based my short play on, ie, being a 'fly on the wall' in Mrs. Knight's living room.

It appeared that meeting didn't go very well, as Playberg began advertising their festival early in January of 1983, much to the ire of many folks here in Acting. Our town had to move up our publicity and other preparations ahead of schedule in order to compete with them.

About seven on the morning of February 1st, an announcement came on over the local radio station that serviced both towns, that Stagefright had both been kidnapped by a vigilante group from Playberg. A ransom of $1000 was demanded to be paid by 8:00 a.m., on February 2nd and was to be dropped off at the arena office, at which time he would be released. Our Mayor went on the radio to plead with us citizens to come up with the money as requested. He said that he would personally deliver the ransom, and retrieve him in time to still have the declaration of whether there would be six more weeks of winter, or not. To the relief of the Mayor and the committee the citizens came through, and they had raised nearly $1600 by the deadline. The Mayor made an announcement in the early afternoon that he had negotiated with Mayor Knight to come

here to Acting to pick up the ransom money, and had assurances that Stagefright would be brought over safe and sound by 8:00 a.m. (It seemed coincidental to me as I read about this in the paper later, that the Mayor had been able to get his message out just in time for that day's paper, and for the 5 o'clock news report on the radio. Just a thought).

On the morning of February 2nd, an entourage headed over to our town, headed by their Mayor, arriving just after 8:00 a.m. However, when they arrived at our arena, there was an angry mob mulling around.

When Mayor Knight tried to getout of his vehicle, he was booed, and mobbed by the crowd. The police had to be called, and they had to rescue him from his vehicle by rushing him into the arena office.

Mayor Daye was startled at the actions of his townspeople.

He, along with his wife, the Police Chief, and Mayor Knight went out to calm the crowd down. They stood on the steps of the arena, and called for order. After a lot of persuading they were able to address the crowd. Our mayor advised that this whole so-called kidnapping was a publicity stunt to help out our community

by Playberg. He went on to explain that his wife and Mayor Knight's wife had met last winter, and come up with this plan to make it appear that there were hostilities between our two communities. In fact, it was to be extra publicity to instill more interest and raise extra money for us. All the proceeds raised were to be used for next year's event. He then opened his winter coat, and produced a cheque for $1600.

Then Mayor Knight explained that his town was matching the money raised by us, as a gesture of support, as he opened his coat, and also produced a cheque for $1600.

To our mayor's relief, there was a round of clapping by the people gathered around.

Suddenly, Mayor Knight waved his hand, and exclaimed - “Oh, haven't we forgot the purpose of this gathering. Let's get Stagefright into his den for the big pronouncement if we have we have 6 more weeks of winter, or an early spring.” The crowd laughed, and parted as so everyone on the steps could get set up.

Actually as part of the stunt, arrangements had already been made for Mayor Knight to pick up Stagefright at our mayor's brother-in-law's garage on the outskirts of town on his way in to the arena until the time had come to bring him out for the ransom exchange.

So everything and everyone got in place, and the ceremonies began. The finale was of course him popping out of his den. By the way, to no one's surprise, it was to be six more weeks of winter.

Mayor Knight went over to our mayor and told him that he had to get back to perform this same ceremony in his town.

Our mayor apologized for the rough reception. He graciously

just shrugged and said it had all worked out in the end. That was all that mattered. He then turned, waved to the crowd, and left with his entourage.

So it turned out to be a successful day for our town, and I gather Playberg had a good turnout too, especially after hearing about the prank.

Sadly, though, shaken by the events of 1983, the Groundhog Day events were canceled in both towns, fearing repercussions of further hard feelings between the two towns. There were already tensions brewing on more serious issues, like talk of amalgamation, so both mayors agreed that it would be best to let this one go. Too bad, I thought.

Then controversy arose in January of 1984 when it was learned that the $3200 raised the previous year from that kidnapping prank was missing. Initially it was thought that Leon Dicaprio, the municipal Clerk-Treasurer had moved it into the general municipal funds, since it was no longer needed for Groundhog Day celebrations. But after an audit, it was discovered that he had used the money to pay off a gambling debt. Of course he was charged with embezzlement, and found guilty. He was forced to resign from his job, but he avoided jail time after promising to repay the money.

However I didn't use that part in my play. I concentrated on the clandestine meeting of the wives of each mayor, and ended with the grand emergence on February 2nd. I used a stuffed groundhog that was kept in the Science Department to be Stagefright.

I had my girlfriend at the time, Katrina Wynne, play Mrs. Daye, and other students in the Drama Club for the rest of the roles. I played Mayor Daye from our town. Of course, I wouldn't dare have anyone else play such a lead role, would I now! We actors are a fickle lot, you know.

Well, back to the present – I have been busy performing my one man play that I wrote a few years ago, over at the Ed Mirvisch Theater in Toronto, as you know. I titled it 'A one man ACT'. It has been well received, thankfully. I should be able to fully pay off my backers by the fall.

Anyway, I decided to just use that play about Groundhog Day that I wrote back when I was in high school. I did do a few revisions to the conversations, but it was basically the same play as before. To my delight, there are some relatively good drama students who show acting and behind the curtain potential.

Although I didn't ask for much in the line of sets, the students made the stage look just like an old house that I imagine Mrs. Knight must have lived in back then.

I had my former girlfriend who acted in the original play perform as Mrs. Knight. She is now my wife, as you also know. I was able to engage the students to fill in the rest of the roles, except for Mayor Daye.

That one was mine. What did

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you expect? It's my play, so I can choose whoever I want, and no one else could possibly play him except me! No lack of ego, eh. I am not difficult, like Marlon Brando was reported to have been, but I do like things done perfectly, especially since my name is attached to this performance.

It went over well enough.

Everybody performed their parts okay – not great, but I don't think this audience noticed the couple of flubs the others made. What can you say, dealing with these amateurs, though. They tried their best. Being a small town with no theatrical exposure, they would not be aware of these sort of things, and the standards real theatre demands. Of course, my performance was excellent, as usual.

Well, Margo, I must wrap up this conversation. Katrina and I have to go to this boring reception down in the gym to officially take the wraps off of the plaque that will bear my name. I just hope they spelled my name correctly. Oh, and this school is ghastly. It's too modern for my liking, but they spared no expense, it appears.

I understand it cost over thirty million dollars to construct.

However, they did do an excellent job in the auditorium.

There is a huge stage, with a deep area for setting up props for plays, and an orchestra, if they ever become that culturally attuned. The acoustics are superb. My voice carried throughout the entire auditorium. The curtains are a lush deep red velvet with gold trim and tassels. It reminds me of the Old Vic in London.

Now, I really must go, my dear. The Head of the Theatrical Arts Department is approaching me to begin the unveiling. I guess this is one change for the better. It is more than just a Drama Club now a days. So I can live with the new title. Katrina sends her love.

Stop, quit laughing. I was just kidding. Of course, she doesn't know anything about us. We will be back home tomorrow night. I will call you the next day to go for supper. Love you.

Bye for now.”

This is the telephone conversation that I overheard by Mr. Thompson while I was waiting to use the pay phone in the foyer myself. – Jennifer McLawrence,.

I played Mrs. Knight tonight in his stupid play. She was my grandmother, and she was nothing like he portrayed her.

I tried to show the real person who I loved dearly. I can imagine her rolling over in her grave that I agreed to do it. But it was a chance to make contact with a real important theatrical person. I thought it might help my future career as an actress. But now after hearing this conversation, I don't think I want anything to do with the theatre, or movies or TV either, if this is how they talk behind your back. Such snobs! And boy, what a jerk he is. Should I tell Mrs. Thompson about his affair? It would serve him right.

Oh, what to do. Hmmm.

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Keri, Julia February 16, 1925 – Pozsony Vágsellye, Czechoslovakia January 18, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Julia Keri on January 18, 2016, in Calgary AB. Julia was 90 years old. She was wife of the late Jozsef; mother of Joseph Keri Jr (Carla), Peter Keri (Soo), Eva Leclerc (John); grandmother to Tasha Keri (Jean), Nadia Keri; and great-grandmother to Amelia and Charlotte (Tasha and Jean). Julia had a warm and energetic personality. She immigrated to Canada from Hungary in 1956 with her husband and young son.

They moved to Wawa in 1958.

Julia loved living and raising her family in Wawa. Older residents would remember the many years she worked in the produce department of White’s Grocery store.

Julia often spoke fondly of her time working there, especially the “young people” she got to work with. She had a gift for being able to carry on a conversation with anyone in one of 7 languages. Julia carried this gift with her when she moved to Sault Ste. Marie and later Calgary AB. She will be greatly missed. “You Are My Sunshine” A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would appreciate donations be directed to the Hotchkiss Brain Institute as follows: Please make cheque payable to the “University of Calgary” and specify “Dementia & Cognitive Disorders Team” Mailed to: Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine, HRIC 1A10, 3330 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N1. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Julia Keri, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 1-800-661-1599.

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• Property taxation requirements including utilizing OPTA (Online Property Tax Analysis) tools • Assist with collection of delinquent tax accounts including tax arrears and tax registration processes • Maintain and process the utility billing system including master files and records • Processes all revenues and balances payments to daily register • Maintain and process the accounts receivable including master files, records and collection The ideal candidate will possess: • Post-secondary courses in business and/or accounting or a combination of relevant work experience and education • Knowledge and experience with information Technology (Microsoft Suite of Products) with emphasis on Excel along with municipal accounting software, preferably Vadim • Working knowledge of current accounting practices and principles • Knowledge and understanding of municipal government and applicable Provincial and Federal legislation, and in particular property taxation legislation • Possess strong analytical, organizational and time management skills Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit in confidence a cover letter along with their resume no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 12, 2016 to: Competition No. 2016-04 Municipality of Wawa P. O. Box 500, 40 Broadway Avenue9 Wawa, ON P0S 1K0 or by email: humanresources@wawa.cc We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected for the purpose of candidate selection.

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THE HAPPY MEDIUM BY CHRISTINE DAVISON

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For the week of January 27th to February 2nd, 2016 This Week’s Birthdays-You are a fun-loving, adventurous, and sports minded person. Competition and cooperation will make you many friends and help you to succeed throughout your life. Form partnerships with like-minded others who are as strong, smart, courageous, fun, and friendly as you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): GEMINI (May 21-June 20): this weekend.

You will gain a great deal within Expect compliments regarding LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You a short period of time through your actions and your affections. may feel blessed by good luck the experience of others around You are an amazing artist and and good fortune. Don’t be upset you. A walk through the woods author and others recognize by the truth or friendly critor by water brings you great sol- this about you. Children ben- icism. It’s time to admire the ace, and is as spiritual to you as efit greatly from your teachings courage of others-Honesty does if you were at any church service and discipline. It might be time not come from cheap or fearful or religious gathering. A great for you to share what you have sorts. You’re a formidable perdeal of wisdom may come from learned with someone that could son to approach. If you wish to overseas and foreign places or really benefit from your wisdom make a deal, deal with the earth from cultures far away. and experience. Give hugs and or natural resources. Protect the PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): kisses. environment more.

This is an intense, spiritual, mys- CANCER (June 21-July 22): SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): terious time. Secrets may bring There could be hard lessons Your ability to care for others strength, wisdom or power. Your learned that involve someplace and your propensity for self-sacpossessive nature might cause or someone from your past. rifice is admirable. People see huge problems for you now and Karma comes around full circle. the good in you despite your may cause you to lose loved ones It’s time to call on favours from reputation. Soften the hard or property if you are not care- old acquaintances, old accom- places around you by acting in ful. Though this information plices, or former foes. Art and a kind, conscientious, spiritual could sound familiar it’s still rel- music could play an important way. Someone that you share evant! You are beyond blessed, role for creating new relation- religious views or philosophies beautiful, and brave. ships and lasting bonds. You with may wish to help you in a ARIES (March 21-April 19): may reveal your true creative time of distress or need.

Turn on the charm and show spirit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. everyone how great and tal- LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Why is 21): This is a good time to plan ented you are. Take more time there ever a need for secrecy or and prepare as you will have all to yourself. You feel most at lies? Gossip is meaningless to the resources you need to work home in natural surroundings. you and it falls without sound effectively in the future. Fortune Try to make sure that relation- around you. You are often wise may smile upon you when going ships don’t turn unpleasant or to ignore it (you see what it does on little adventures or when you you may find yourself engaging to others and have earned wis- are taking inconsequential risks. in a battle of the sexes when in dom). Your intellect is as sharp Don’t feel badly about having to reality, gender issues are not the as a knife-Use it to cut through do your work behind a desk this issues you should be concerned deceptions and to bring you week, you will blow off steam about. closer to true friends, loves, and this weekend.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): goals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. There will be new opportunities VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): 19): You are a wonderful menpresented to you if you engage in It’s a good time to let sleeping tor and teach as much as you charitable, humanitarian work. dogs lie. Why dredge up the learn. People from higher up Try to soften the rough sides of past, especially if it isn’t yours positions may commend you your personality with kindness to dredge up. You may make upon your hard work and conand attempt a bit more temper- money through real estate. nections. Focus on your responance lest intolerance and judge- Remember to be moral in what- sibilities, but also focus on fun. mental ways cause issues for you ever you do and to listen to A profitable career may be made later on. It’s time to share hugs elders lest your own past experi- through the arts, mentoring or and praise. Take care of the envi- ences or mistakes resurface and family. You will combine the best ronment and yourself. create bad karma for you later. of the old and the new. You’re Read between romantic lines highly adaptable.

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