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Cache Creek Council gave staff the go ahead to call for the Maclean Crescent road reconstruction bids at Monday night’s Council meeting. “Time is definitely of the essence,” McElhanney Consulting’s Derrick Fabbro told Council at the Aug. 18 meeting as he displayed the final plans. Although winter seems like a long ways off, the bid process will take weeks and paving can’t be done once the weather cools off. Council agreed with Fabbro to shorten the contract from 12 to eight weeks and to lengthen the work days, but they were less than pleased when he told them they might have to leave the road in a gravelled condition until it could be finished in the Spring. An alternate to that was to tender the job now and start it in the Spring. “We want to try and get it done this year but not at all costs,” said Coun. Wyatt McMurray.
HDI still looking at core samples
Imagination and paint (Above) Gaby, Mary Grace and Bronwyn work on their masterpieces at WRAPS’ Kids Art Camp in Ashcroft. (Below) Kaeli makes an impression. The art aspect of the camp was led by instructor and artist Jo Petty (right) who coached the young artists along.
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Mine exploration at 16 Mile is still on hole while HDI Constantia pours over the samples they took out of the ground this year, but they expect to continue to the next stage in 2015, said the company’s Sr. Manager Myke Clark. Clark was asked at the Aug. 18 Cache Creek Council meeting whether the Neskonlith Band’s recent notice of eviction to the Ruddock Creek Mining Operation, half owned by Imperial Metal, or the Shuswap Tribal Council’s recommendation to all of its members that all mining activities be considered halted would have an effect on the Maggie Mine operation. “That’s a very good question,” said Clark. “And a very difficult one for me to answer.” What happened at Mt. Polley was unfortunate, he said. It will change the way BC mines operate in the future. He declined to comment on any of the company’s talks with the Bonaparte Indian Band, but did say “We haven’t been told by anyone to stop doing what we’re doing.” He added that it didn’t mean the issue couldn’t be discussed. Mayor John Ranta offered the Village’s assistance “if there’s a way through our relationship with the band” that it could mediate.
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Aug. 12 Ashcroft RCMP were asked to check on a 68 year old man from the Cache Creek area after his dog was found running loose with its leash attached. The caller was concerned that his friend might be in need of medical assistance. The dog’s owner could not be located, but the friend called hours later to say he had been in contact with the man who said the dog had been frightened by a rattlesnake and ran away. Dog and owner were reunited.
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Aug. 12 at 1:30 pm police were advised of a single vehicle accident on Hwy 97 in Cache Creek after a 65 year old motocyclist lost control of his vehicle on the bridge at the north end of town and hit a part of the abutment. Police were contacted again soon afterwards to advise that their attendance was not needed.
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Aug. 15 Ashcroft RCMP were advised by Kamloops RCMP that Leslie Porter, born May 24, 1982, is wanted for failing to comply with court-imposed conditions. Porter is known to frequent the Ashcroft area. He is asked to contact RCMP.
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Cruise with a Cause will be stopping in Cache Creek at Chum’s on August 26th, from 1:15pm to 3:15pm during their 5 day Motorcycle Marathon across Southern BC to raise money and support for Sophie’s Place. This is a Vancouver-based child advocacy centre that provides services for abused children, named after their patron Sophie Tweed-Simmons star of Family Jewels and the daughter of Shannon Tweed, and Gene Simmons of Kiss. Riders include celebrities of the CBC show Heartland! Come and donate to the Cruise with a Cause and get an autograph or photo with actor Shaun Johnson who plays Jack Bartlett, Gabe Hogan who plays Peter Morris and actor Graham Wardle who plays Ty in the popular with horse lovers, Heartland tv show. The band One Bullet Down will be in attendance. See www.cruisewithacause.ca for more details.
Aug. 13 at 10:45 am police received a call from a concerned citizen about increased traffic on Collins Rd. in Cache Creek near the cul de sac. The complainant suspected that there were drug sales occurring. Police patrolled the area and did not see anything unusual.
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Domestic goat spotted
Aug. 15 at 1:15 pm police received a report of a domestic goat with a red leash attached grazing along Evans Rd. in Ashcroft across from the Bonaparte River. Police located the animal but it evaded capture. The owner is advised that it was last seen in that area.
Drunk and fixated
Aug. 18 at 7:20 pm police were called to a residence on the Ashcroft Reserve and observed an intoxicated man damaging property inside the residence. He was arrested and taken to a family member’s house to sober up. However, he left the house soon after police left and returned to the initial house where he and his mother lived. Police returned and arrested the 24 year old man. He was lodged in cells overnight until sober.
Rather sleep in a cell
Aug. 19 at 12:45 am police were called to the Chevron in Cache Creek where an intoxicated man had passed out on the floor of the store. He admitted having one too many and said he was staying at the Sage Hills Motel two doors away. Police escorted the 43 year old Pavilion man to the motel and left him there. Until they were called back at 1:30 am upon receiving a complaint about an intoxicated male disturbing other patrons and trashing a room. The same man was arrested and lodged in cells overnight until sober.
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Oasis Plaza given 30 days Following the advice of their lawyers, Cache Creek Council has notified the owners of the Oasis Plaza that they have 30 days to comply with their order to board up the front of the building, and 15 days if they choose to appeal it. The order is backed up by several legal documents to be served upon the owners, including the principle owner Joe Carhoun. Carhoun was invited by the Village to be attend the Aug. 18 Council meeting where the decision was made, but he was not in attendance. “We’re further down the road to addressing the issue than we’ve ever been,” said Mayor John Ranta. “We’re doing our best to ensure the unsightliness of the premises will be rectified.” The owners have been given notice that remedial action requirements are as follows: a) affix plywood panelling between the steel
columns located on the Building’s front covered sidewalk area in order to enclose and secure the Sidewalk Area from unauthorized entry by persons, birds, animals or like things; B) remove all signage and signage structures affixed to the Building; c) apply grey durable exterior paint to the boarded up area as well as to the Building’s front elevation and below the Building’s second floor teal siding; and d) remove all weeds in front of the Building. Ranta said if action still isn’t taken, Council will be seeking more legal advice, but the end result of that is expected that the Village will have the work done at the owners’ expense. Council also received a letter from the Chamber of Commerce stating that the building’s appearance has had a negative impact on tourism.
Ashcroft gardeners honoured Communities in Bloom has honored another 10 local gardeners with the Scotts Miracle Gro Best Garden Selection awards. The recipients received a congratulatory letter from Scotts Miracle Gro, a container of fertilizer and two small booklets on lawn and garden care. Although the Communities in Bloom members chose a total of 30 Ashcroft yards for recognition this season, there were so many more that were worthy. It was a real pleasure to visit each and every yard and the owners to present the recognition awards. The response of the owners was so gratifying and their pride in their yards shone through. The recipients will showcase their signs for three weeks after which time the CiB members will pick them up for future use. The recipients and their addresses are: 303 Bancroft St. – Ray and
Doreen Rondquist; 405 Brink St. – Jim and Martina Duncan; 501 Bancroft St. – Teshima sisters 505 Bancroft St. – Marie Neufeld; 1413 Battel St. – Emily Monette; 1356 Government St. – Joyce Newbury; 612 Cedar Crescent – Mimi and Mike Kopanyas; 117 Tingley St. – Bob Rankin and Kristen Young; 900 C. Mesa Vista Drive – Lyle McAvany and Tara Fothergill; and 287 Cliff Crescent – Al and Marijke Stott If you have a moment it is well worth it to take a tour around our lovely village and see just how much pride our residents take in their residences. Submitted
Dog Walker extraordinaire Nancy Josephson of Ashcroft walks the dogs for seniors at Thompson View Manor and the Lodge. Twice a week, Josephson trains dogs to walk a good half hour or more with other dogs. Photo/Esther Darlington MacDonald
Local health care strategy needs input Concerns about what’s happening to our health system are on everyone’s mind, and now is the time to do something about it. A group of concerned citizens, following the community meeting facilitated by MLA Jackie Tegart here in April, are organizing a Community Health Care Consultation in partnership with the Village of Ashcroft, TNRD Area I, Interior Health, UBC Okanagan and the Wellness & Health Action Coalition. An organizing team is made up of Mayor Andy An-
derson (Councillor Alice Durksen, alternate), TNRD Director Steve Rice, Shirley Dobson and Ron Hood (Wellness & Health Action Coalition), David Durksen, Ed Staples, Neinke Klaver, Brad Hope (Princeton Coordinating Committee), Bernie Easson (Jennifer Thur, alternate, Interior Health), and Dr. Barb Pesut, UBCO School of Nursing. Participation in the consultation is by invitation. Invitations have been sent out to groups in the Ashcroft, Cache Creek, Clinton and Spences Bridge area who have an interest in wellness and health activities. Invited groups include health service groups, municipal and regional district governments, Native Bands, recreation groups, service clubs, churches, senior’s groups, education and major busiPlayers discuss the last move during a short break in the cricket match last Sunday in Cache Creek. The nesses.
A good day to be among friends
Blue Sky Cricket Club played on the baseball diamond in the pool park.
All residents in the service area are invited to provide input to the consultation through any group they belong to. Each group is asked to discuss three questions: 1) What aspects of healthcare are working in your community? 2) What aspects are not working, and why? 3) What possible innovations might make things better? Each community group is then asked to appoint a delegate to the consultation and present their findings. The consultation will be held Tuesday, Sept. 16 in Ashcroft. Facilitator for the consultation will be Dr. Barbara Pesut, Associate Professor of the School of Nursing at UBCO. Dr. Pesut holds a Canada Research Chair in Health, Ethics and Diversity, with a special interest in rural health care. She facilitated a similar process in Princeton last year. To ensure your input to this very important process, contact any group of which you are a member and discuss the three questions listed above. If you do not belong to any such group you can share your concerns and ideas with any member of the Wellness & Health Action Coalition. Shirley Dobson (250-453-9202), Chair, Wellness & Health Action Coalition. Submitted
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Election years are times of renewal This is an election year for Local Governments - town and city councils, school boards and regional districts. I can almost hear the groans rumbling through cyberspace, as if the 15 minutes it’s going to take you to head down to the voting station and cast your ballot once every three - now four - years is the absolute worst thing you’ve ever faced. (If that’s the case, then you’ve led a charmed life, indeed!) I always look forward to voting, the change to express my opinion on who can best represent my opinions at a political level. Thousands have fought, and are still fighting, and many have died to win this right that we take for granted. If you’ve ever complained about a pothole, the weeds in your neighbour’s yard, the lack of jobs, the price of a loaf of bread, the state of our schools, our hospitals, or government spending, then you’ve expressed an interest in the political scene. If you don’t think that politics interests you, perhaps you don’t understand what “politics” is. Politics is the consideration of subjects that affect our lives. As our politicians debate an issue, they should be keeping in mind the wishes of the people who elected them. Not easy when we all have a difference of opinion. And keeping in mind the limitations of a budget, as well as previous decisions made along with future plans. If we feel that our politicians are failing us, maybe we need to take more interest in what they’re doing, or not doing. Local Government Election Day is Nov. 15, 2014. However, with more than a week of Advanced Polls these days, we may as well simply call it the last day of voting. Nomination papers are available as of Aug. 22 in the Village Offices, or even online at their official websites. Nomination period begins Sept. 30, so you have lots of time to work up the courage to stand for public office. Nominations close Oct. 10 and then the campaigning begins. Be grateful that we have a peaceful and sound system of government that we are expected to be a part of.
A TEXTURED AND WORN OLD TREE TRUNK out at Barnes Lake. Today I’ll attempt to cut through the speculation and fear-mongering that have swirled around the Mount Polley mine dam breach and tell you what’s really known. As Black Press and our local publication the Williams Lake Tribune reported before and after the incident, the mine reopened in 2005 after a four-year shutdown and was expanding its operation, including the tailings pond. Rising metal prices helped put 380 unionized employees plus management back to work. Most are now working on rebuilding the tailings dam and cleaning up the spill site. Imperial Metals applied earlier this summer for an increase in water discharge, and was waiting for B.C. government approval at the time of the Aug. 4 dam breach. This was to be the second amendment to a water release permit issued when the mine started up in 1997. It has had a surplus of water due to rain and snow accumulation since it opened (under an NDP government, for those who want to turn everything into a political corruption story). The reason water release has been allowed is that in the absence of acidproducing rock, metal contamination of water is minimized. Imperial Metals’ routine tests with rainbow trout in undiluted tailings pond water have now been confirmed by environment ministry results, and water and fish from all but the immediate spill area have been cleared for human consumption. For an example of acid mine drain-
management found ways to extend operation, including an underground phase. The pond was filling up with pulverized rock, reducing its capacity to hold water. Most of the accumulation is still there for all to see, Tom Fletcher as is the cross-section of the dam tfletcher@blackpress.ca so abruptly exposed in the wee hours of Aug. 4. It may be months before inspectors and geotechnical engineers can determine the cause of age, look up the Britannia Mine Muthe breach, which occurred with seum, now a reclaimed national histor- the water level 2.5 metres below the top ic site with a water treatment plant built of the dam, well within permit specifito function for hundreds of years. Be- cations. Either the design of the earthfore that, acid-produced toxic metal works was not adequate, or it was not pollution drained from the abandoned adequately followed. mine into Howe Sound for decades. TV crews have packed up and left, Early tests at Mount Polley indi- after sucking out the initial drama cate that this sort of long-term water re- and retailing every sensational claim mediation may not be required. The in- they could find. Tourism operators are itial pulse of suspended sediment didn’t pleading with people not to turn their last long enough to affect fish in most backs on the region after that influx of of Quesnel Lake, much less the Fraser visitors. River system. Sediment tests show eleProfessional environmentalists are vated iron and copper, with “leachabil- now exploiting Mount Polley as part ity” results to come. Containment and of their campaign to de-industrialize removal will have to be undertaken. B.C. A key propaganda tool is a single On May 24 of this year, Mount picture of a salmon with skin removed Polley received the first high water from part of its dorsal region. warning in its history. This was not a No such fish has been produced, “breach,” contrary to some reports. and a single rainbow trout collected the The latest water permit application and day of the spill is the only confirmed work to raise the dam took place after aquatic casualty. that. It’s not difficult to deduce from aerTom Fletcher is legislature reporial photos what was happening as mine ter and columnist for Black Press.
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Summer festivals aren’t over yet - River Fest “Drive In” movie in Ashcroft this week
Bring your favourite lawn chair or blanket on Wednesday, Aug. 20 to the Ashcroft Pool Park. The event starts at 7pm with Concession and activities. The movie starts at dusk which is roughly 8:30pm. The movie is called Monsters University!! Admission is by donation. All donations are going to Desert Hills Tri Club.
Music In the Park season finale with two headliners
WRAPS is thrilled to close out the 2014 Music in the Park season on Aug. 27 with performances by two popular local bands: Spiritus Mundii and The Melawman Collective! From the arid rolling sage hills and mesa bench lands of the Thompson River Valley of British Columbia comes the eclectic world music of Spiritus Mundii. Spiritus Mundii is a local band with global roots. With members from Canada, the United States and Ecuador they treat their audiences to lively and diverse groove-fusion of Latin, Brazilian, jazz, funk, reggae, bossa-nova and even rock music! Spiritus Mundii consists of Kirk Watson - bass and backup vocals; Denise Tapia flute, percussion, kalimba and back up vocals, Brian Benner - guitar and vocals and Jan Schmitz - drums and percussion.
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Public asked for 0ff-roading views The public is invited to complete an online survey about off-road vehicle use in the Thompson Rivers Natural Resource District until Sept. 7. Survey results will be used by the Thompson Rivers District Recreation Strategy to help protect ecologically sensitive Crown land areas while maintaining sustainable off-road vehicle use. As motorized recreation in the Thompson Rivers District has continued to grow, so has the need to mitigate its impact on the environment and protect ecologically sensitive areas. An off-road trail system should be manageable as well as sustainable. A strategy will be developed over the fall and winter, is led by Thompson Rivers Natural Resource District staff in partnership with BC Parks staff and representatives from the Skeetchestn Indian Band. The two guiding principles of the strategy are: Allowing public access while protecting resource values; Managed trails will be designed, developed or maintained to be sustainable. Questions on the survey include: Are ORV riding opportunities in the Thompson Rivers District adequate? What concerns do you have about ORV use in the District, such as impacts on wildlife, damage to grasslands,wetlands or alpine, erosion due to hill climbs, negative impact on water quality, harassment to livestock, unregulated camping, noise, or dust? Where would you like trails developed, what type of terrain, and what kind of services would you like to see, such as parking, unloading ramps, etc..? The Thompson Rivers District extends from Ashcroft and Logan Lake in the south to Wells Gray Park and Blue River in the north, and includes the communities of Ashcroft, Barriere, Blue River, Cache Creek, Chase, Little Fort, Logan Lake, Savona and Vavenby. The survey is available online at: http://svy. mk/1tSJz9l Learn more at: www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca or: Off-Road Vehicle Framework: www.for.gov.bc.ca/ mof/orv/ Submitted
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Thanks for everything, Robin Williams
The day Robin Williams died I received multiple texts and emails from friends and family informing me of the distressing news. In my circle, he’s not just known as a famous movie star and comedic legend, he’s also known as my longtime celebrity crush. I never met the man, but I’ve been smitten ever since the first time I saw him guest star as Mork from Ork in the TV show Happy Days back when I was a kid. Over the decades, whenever I was asked which actor I found most attractive, I always named him. People expecting an answer like Johnny Depp or Tom Cruise have teased me about my unconventional
ON A BRIGHTER NOTE LORI WELBOURNE loriwelbourne.com choice for a heartthrob, especially after the comedian revealed his hairy torso to the world. But as his career skyrocketed, so did my admiration for his extraordinary talents and compassionate heart. Finding out that he had passed away would have made me sad no matter what, but to discover that he was suffering from severe depression and
August • Week 4 ARIES - Aries, exercise caution when expressing your needs. It can be difficult to stop when you are drumming up so much excitement. Now is not the time to take a risk. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you may have overextended yourself this week. You didn’t realize you had taken on so much until it was too late, but there is still time to backtrack. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, committing to a daily routine can have a strong impact on your overall health. Consider tailoring a new routine for yourself, and you’ll reap the healthy rewards. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Take things slow with a budding relationship this week, Cancer. You don’t want to go too fast and find yourself in over your head. Let things develop gradually. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, carefully consider any offer that seems too good to be true this week. While the person making the offer is not ill-intentioned, you still must exercise caution. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Big ideas sweep in this week and leave you with a lot of inspiration, Virgo. Don’t get too lost in fantastical ideas, though. Wait a little bit before finalizing plans. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Err on the side of caution with regard to spending this week, Libra. You have to save up for a bigger purchase that’s on the horizon, so try to save as much as you can now. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, only now do you realize how much you have on your plate. Think about postponing a getaway until your schedule is less packed and you can enjoy the trip even more. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, turn work into play and things will move along that much more quickly. Split up the tasks at hand with a friend or colleague, and the week will fly by. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, even though you don’t have much time for yourself, you feel compelled to spend more time with others. Make some time for yourself as well. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you secretly enjoy when others come to you for advice. Think carefully before making any suggestions, and your friends will be more appreciative because of it. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Now is the time to further your studies, Pisces. Figure out how to finance a return to school and make the most of the opportunity.
was in so much pain that he took his own life made me cry. Here was an incredibly talented, wildly successful, adorably beautiful man who was loved around the world, and he purposely ended his own life? It made no sense. It also made perfect sense. That’s how powerful depression can be. It’s baffling to anyone who has no idea what that kind of darkness can feel like. I consider people like that lucky. I grew up with a mentally ill mother who talked about suicide often, but vehemently rejected professional therapy or guidance. That avoidance eventually led to her death last December at the age of 65. I myself have strug-
gled with deep depression and anxiety, and have felt shame and embarrassment because of it. Before I got help, I thought anyone I opened up to would just respond with the question I often asked myself: “What do you have to be depressed about?” Millions are probably thinking the same thing of Robin Williams right now. From an outsider’s point of view, he had it all, and anyone would be ecstatic to live a life as blessed and privileged as his. But, all that he was and everything he possessed couldn’t save him from the overwhelmingly strong clutches of his despair. His devastated family is now asking people to remember his life and the great work he left behind rather than focusing on his death or the way he died. I think we can do both. The truth about his heartbreaking suicide could be another great gift for the world. He’s certainly not the first famous person to self-destruct, but I can’t think of anyone else as widely beloved
as Robin Williams was. He was one of those performers that everyone seemed to adore or at least appreciate. And as uniquely gifted as he was, he possessed an everyman quality that people of all ages could feel connected to, as if they’d become fast friends should they ever meet in person. If a sparkling, hilarious man like him could succumb to the darkness of depression, anyone could. I can only imagine his tragic death will help break down the destructive stigma that’s still attached to mental illness and encourage
people to talk more openly, without fear they’ll be perceived as weak for simply trying to get stronger. We should be taking care of our minds the way we’re encouraged to take care of our bodies, recognizing that when it comes to the complexities of the human brain, there’s not always an easy remedy. All I can say is that more communication, not less, is key. I understand why people take their own lives - I’ve been frighteningly close myself. We just need to hold on to the realization that as bad as it gets, it
will eventually get better as long as we ride it out. Sadly, Robin Williams didn’t do that this time. His astonishing light might now be extinguished, but I have no doubt that his physical departure has illuminated this invisible disease and made it more visible. Rest in peace, Robin Williams. Thank you for all the love, laughter and life lessons you left behind. You, my celebrity crush, will continue to be such a gift. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
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From music festival to farmers markets Summertime and the living is easy…..then why is everyone so darn busy! It’s been a pretty hot sunny summer and the Desert Daze weekend was no exception! For the fifth year running the sun shone on our little festival, actually the coolest so far at only 34 degrees!! The weather wasn’t the only thing cooking: the music was hot as well! I can’t mention all the artists here, and couldn’t possibly only highlight a few as all were fantastic in their own right.
much to all our sponsors; Canadian Heritage grant, Belkorp, TNRD, H.E. Mining and Excavating, Cook’s Ferry Band, in Spences Bridge ASC Automotive, Frontier Power, Second Time Around, M.E. Media Electrics, The Mavourneen Packing House, CommunVarcoe-Ryan ity Futures Sun Country, Arrow Transport, Secret Gardens Farm, The Inn at Spences Bridge, and Safety Mart. There were sweet singer song writer Also all those businesses and individwomen, some guys singing storytelling uals that donated something for our rafstyle, we had relaxing groovfle – thank-you! There were over 15 ing music, rocking sing-a-long prizes, too many to thank them all here, music, and both nights were but the biggies are: Little Horse Lodge, finished off with some great MOVING SALE 3627 Big Horn Curl Spences Bridge • Aug 23 + 24th from 9-4 Watch Lake Resort, Kumsheen Raftdancing tunes! And of course ing, Kamloops Wildlife Park, and our the entertaining Can Can danEVERY SATURDAY 9 am to 1 pm locals Cache Creek DQ, Rolgear, and Cache Creek Market, downtown at the lights cers delighted the crowd! Always lots of interesting yard sale tables. Ashcroft Workwear. All the support is All the workshops were so very much appreciated! Having a Garage Sale? Advertise here $12.25 + GST. well attended and folks walked Our Farmer’s Flea Market is goaway with beaded earrings, ing very well! Every week brings difbark baskets, pickles and ferent goods for sale; tasty goodies, canned tomatoes all of which 250-453-2261 gorgeous crafts and interesting used they had learned to make items. The hall is air conditioned so themselves. There really was it’s a nice reprieve from the heat and something for everyone – a litfolks can shop in comfort. The martle water park to keep the kids ket has become a lovely social event as cool, vendors selling everywell where one can enjoy a coffee with thing from jewelry, ice tea, friends and neighbours out on the deck empanadas, to locally roasted coffee, bannock, and hotdogs! while watching the river flow by and Aug. 18-22: Kids Arts Camp, 9:30 to 2:30 daily, Ashcroft. Sponsored by Winding Rivers Arts and Performance Society. The beer garden was a popu- the osprey soar. We’ll keep going with Kindergarten to grade 12 welcome. Call (250) 453-0036 or lar spot for the adults to cool the market through October, every Sune-mail windingriversarts@gmail.com. down, with a great view of the day 10 -2. Sept. 4: Community Open House at the Cache Creek Library Our AGM is fast approaching, Sept. stage. The apple bobbing was from 5 - 7pm . 10 at 7pm at the hall. This is when the also a nice way to cool down Sept. 4: Cache Creek Garden Club meets in the Library from $2 member fee is due, which must be that many took advantage of. 6-7 pm. New members always welcome. paid in order to vote. Elected positions There was a nice little throng Sept. 10: AGM Curling Club 7:30pm at the curling club to be filled are; president, vice-presiof kids enjoying the science Sept. 18: Everyone welcome at the Plein Air Paint-Out 2014 dent, secretary treasurer, four directors, experiments thanks to BridgPublic Show and Sale from 6:00 - 8:00pm at St. Alban’s Church TV society chair, vice chair, and secreing to Literacy! Hall in Ashcroft. tary treasurer. Please consider getting Although we’d love to have Every Friday: Soups On from 11 am to 1 pm at St. Alban’s involved in all the wonderful events and Anglican Church in Ashcroft. Soup, buns and dessert by more folks attending (put it on donation. activities the Community Club hosts. your calendar for next year!), Every Saturday: Ashcroft Farmer’s Market 8:30am to the preliminary results look Home is what you make it, so come out 12:30pm, June 7 to Sept. 27. Railway Ave., Ashcroft, across from like we did manage to more and make it a community you can conSafety Mart. than break even. Thanks so tinue to proud of!
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PURCHASE FINANCING
SUMMER BONUS †† RECEIVE UP TO $1,500
MONTHS*
ON ALL 2014s
ELIGIBLE OWNERS
2014 014 SONIC
84 FOR
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2014 TRAX 20
2014 014 SPARK
2014 CRUZE
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2014 14 VOLT
2014 T TAHOE
84 FOR
2014 SUB SUBURBAN
MONTHS*
ON ALL THESE MODELS
2014 4 IMPALA
2014 014 CAMARO
2014 ORLANDO
2014 SILVERAD SILVERADO 1500
2014 EXPRESS 2 PRESS
2014 SILVE SILVERADO HD
COME IN TODAY FOR THE BEST SELECTION. ALL 2014s COME WITH CHEVROLET COMPLETE CARE:
2
YEARS/40,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES^
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YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY ^^
5
YEARS/160,000 KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ^^
Chevrolet.ca ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. BCChevroletDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. * Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between August 1 and September 30, 2014. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet vehicles, excluding Corvette. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $20,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $238.10 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $20,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer trade may be required. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ® Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014 model year Chevrolet vehicle and 2015MY Chevrolet Silverado HD, Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse delivered in Canada between August 1, 2014 and September 2, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on all eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available towards the retail purchase, cash purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014/2015 model year Chevrolet light or heavy duty pickup delivered in Canada between August 1, 2014 and September 2, 2014. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer vehicle or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014 model year Chevrolet vehicle and 2015MY Chevrolet Silverado HD, Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse delivered in Canada between August 1, 2014 and September 2, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1,500 credit available on eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited by law. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. ^ Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.
Call Smith Chevrolet Cadillac at 250-372-2551, or visit us at 950 Notre Dame Drive, Kamloops. [License #11184]