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Grade 1 students Brooklynn Herrington and Tarah McKenzie work together as they make a giant snowball during the last day of school before Christmas Friday at Silver Star School.
A study refutes the perception that downtown Vernon is overwhelmed by vacant storefronts. A survey conducted by the City of Vernon and the Downtown Vernon Association shows a vacancy rate of 7.9 per cent for street-level units in the central core Nov. 2 to 6. “It’s a good snapshot,” said Kevin Poole, the city’s economic development manager. “Council had a goal in its strategic plan of a vacancy rate of 10 per cent or less downtown. Overall, I don’t think it’s too bad at all.” The survey shows a six per cent vacancy rate on 30th Avenue and 13.1 per cent for those streets immediately off of 30th Avenue. For the rest of downtown, the vacancy rate is 7.9 per cent. The report also highlights commercial vacancies more
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Enrolment may be up but the Vernon School District is still looking at a budget shortfall for the next school year. Secretary-treasurer Sterling Olson said it’s still early in the budget process, but the bottom line is that the district is looking at a shortfall of around $800,000 over two years. “That’s quite simply two issues that drive that,” he said. “One is government reducing funding and requiring boards to offset that with reductions to what they call noninstructional programs and services, which is around $400,000.” The other issue is that while the Ministry of Education is providing funds to cover the negotiated unionized collective agreement Sterling Olson provision, they’re not putting any money in for other cost pressures, such as utility increases, MSP premium increases or anything for principals and vice-principals and other exempt staff. “So really, between the ministry reducing funding and some of those cost pressures not being funded, at this point in time the board will need to find ways to balance the budget,” said Olson. “We’ve got a number of months, so over those number of months we’ll be pulling together options and strategies for the board to achieve a balanced budget.” The board is required to approve an annual budget on or before June 30, 2016 for the 2016/17 school year. The adoption of the 2015/16 amended annual budget is scheduled for Feb. 24, 2016. At this point, Olson said no surplus is anticipated from the current school year to support the 2016/17 budget. The combination of $1,354,000 in projected cost pressures along with a projected revenue increase of $549,260 results in a projected budget shortfall of $804,740 for the 2016/17 school year. The board will be establishing other opportunities for the DPAC, First Nations representatives, and union representatives to discuss the budget development with the board. Other public input methods to the board will also be provided. “We need to find different ways to make sure that we’re getting stakeholder input into the process,” said Olson. “Not included of course is a lot of the work we do behind the scenes with district management, including principals and vice principals, to help provide information and recommendations back to the board but I think it’s important that some of the VTA, CUPE and DPAC have an ability to actually speak directly to the board.”
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hree transplant recipients given a second-chance at life are sharing their sincere thanks with Vernon Jubilee Hospital staff. Two life-saving liver transplant recipients and one lung recipient visited the hospital recently as part of Operation Popcorn. The annual tradition sees recipients visit hospitals where a donor has come from, to thank the healthcare professionals who care for organ donors and their families during times of tragedy, with tins of popcorn. On hand were Salmon Arm’s Steve Naylor, who had a lung transplant in 2013; Kelowna’s Matt Scaife who got a new liver 15 years ago; and Vernon’s David Fairbrother, a two-time liver recipient. “It gives you a second chance at life, literally,” said Fairbrother, adding that without the two donors he wouldn’t have been around for his granddaughter’s graduation. While holding back tears, his wife Virginia recalled the transplants, just 46 days apart, which he narrowly survived. “They called him miracle
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Organ donor transplant recipients David Fairbrother (left), Matt Scaife and Steve Naylor thank Vernon Jubilee Hospital emergency room nurse Carol Lawson, and all hospital staff, with a tin of popcorn for their gift of life. man,” she said, adding: “We have two donor families to thank.” Lung recipient Naylor is a new man since his transplant. “I was pathetic, I was grey, I was dragging my oxygen around,” said the now exuberant man. He is not a superstitious person, and says now he
really isn’t since his transplant which had an often concerning number associated with it. “I had my transplant on Sept. 13, the year 2013, it was Friday the 13th. I was the 13th lung transplant that year and when I woke up I was in bed 13.” The popcorn was nice, but seeing these recipients
following their successful transplants was the real gift for staff at VJH. “We don’t get to see them after the transplants and witness the outcomes,” said emergency room nurse Carol Lawson, feeling a little emotional at the event. “It’s so special.” A number of staff may remember Fairbrother, who
spent a considerable amount of time at VJH before his transplant. “The service I received was great,” he said. Naylor added: “I’d like to thank you very much for everything you do.” For all those who deal with the often tragic side of the donation process, Operation Popcorn can pro-
Air monitoring site up and running Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff
Lavington residents will soon be able to see for themselves proof of any improvements or deterioration of air quality. With the Pinnacle Pellet Plant up and running, an air quality monitoring site was installed by the Ministry of Environment and has been running since Nov. 9 at the
Lavington Fellowship Baptist Church. “The site is comprised of a Met One Model BAM-1020 particulate monitor, which measures for PM2.5,” the ministry told The Morning Star. “The site also measures wind speed, direction, ambient temperature, and relative humidity. “Air quality meteorologists from the air quality section are reviewing data from this
monitor on a daily basis and will prepare a summary report bi-weekly. The ministry plans to make this data available in real-time on www.bcairquality.ca in the near future.” Pinnacle recently released a report following stack and dryer testing which shows improvement to air quality in the area. Tests took place Nov. 11 and 12, with Ministry of Environment officials on site.
vide a happy ending to their hard work. “The process of providing life-saving transplants from one organ donor can involve as many as 150 health professionals,” said Dr. David Landsbert, medical lead at B.C. Transplant. “Operation Popcorn is a small but very important way for us to say thank you and to give them a chance to see and hear from the people whose lives have been changed through their work in donation.” And the event added another lucky number to Naylor’s list, after learning that this is Scaife’s 13th year delivering thanks with Operation Popcorn. “Hey, another 13,” said Naylor. Operation Popcorn visited 25 hospitals in B.C. and one in the Yukon. To date in 2015, there have been 88 deceased donor cases at hospitals across B.C., providing the gift of life to 365 recipients. This year also saw 38,522 British Columbians register as organ donors (which can be done at any Service B.C. location). “As we enter the holiday season, consider registering to be an organ donor, giving the best gift of all,” said Health Minister Terry Lake.
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Kylie Sheldrake, 10, picks the lucky winner of $500 in gift cards at the annual Morning Star Shop Local Bear Giveaway at The Morning Star.
Good karma shines on Teddy bear event Lisa VanderVeLde Morning Star Staff
As the last of the 50 Morning Star Christmas bears were handed out, the tears started flowing. Kylie Sheldrake, 10, had showed up a little late. Every year The Morning Star does a Shop Local Bear Giveaway to the first 50 people in line that can show $300 worth of receipts from the participating stores. Darrel Wihnon was first in line just after midnight for the 9 a.m. giveaway. When Kylie couldn’t hide her disappointment of missing her chance for this year’s panda bear, Delphine Burylo offered the child her bear. Morning Star publisher Ian Jensen, not
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Delphine Burylo reacts after being picked as the lucky winner of $500 in gift cards at the annual Morning Star Shop Local Bear Giveaway at The Morning Star. wanting to see the girl upset, stepped in and produced another bear that was stored in the office. With a smile back on Kylie’s face again, a number was drawn to
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see who would be the lucky recipient of $500 in gift cards to the local shops of their choice. Christmas karma shone on Burylo and her selfless act and her name was picked. For many of the people the bear giveaway has become a tradition. They start lining up in the middle of the night wrapped in blankets and warm coats, talking and drinking coffee. “We like to collect them, every year the bears are different,” said Wihnon. After receiving the first numbered bear Wihnon divulged his secret. “I work nights so I’m used to staying up.”
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Christensen appointed as Queen’s counsel is conferred each year on members of the legal A Vernon lawyer has profession to recognize earned a prestigious exceptional merit and honour in his profes- contribution. Successful sion. candidates have been Tom Christensen, an members of the B.C. bar associate with Nixon for at least five years and We n g e r, have been nomihas been nated by their appointed peers. as Queen’s Christensen, counsel by who specializes the provinin estate adminiscial govtration, real estate ernment. conveyancing “It’s not and financing, Christensen something has been a lawyer I’ve covsince 1995. eted but it’s He was definitely an honour,” Ve r n on - Mon a s h e e’s said Christensen. MLA from 2001 to 2009 Christensen is and held cabinet duties among 39 B.C. lawyers as minister of educapresented with the title tion, aboriginal relations Friday. and children and family “You look at the development. company you’re in and He is a continucertainly in this case, ing education instrucand it’s very rewarding,” tor at Okanagan he said. College, chairperson The QC designation of Community Living RICHARD ROLKE
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Motorists are being reminded of the return of winter driving conditions. A pickup truck went off Kestrel Place in Vernon Friday at about 9:20 a.m. and rolled two or three times before coming to rest 20 feet below the road. “There were slippery conditions, very hazardous,” said Jack Blair, deputy fire chief. “It was basically a skating rink.” The driver of the truck was not injured, however, it took firefighters some time to leave the scene. “The fire truck started to slip because it was so icy,” said Blair. “They stayed there until the contractor that serves the area came with some sand.” While there, firefighters assisted a resident who slipped in his driveway and banged his head. His injuries are not known.
B.C. and director of the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Vernon branch. Christensen is a former chairperson of the Legal Services Society of B.C. “It’s critically impor-
tant for lawyers to be involved in the community. We’re privileged to practise in this profession and having an opportunity to give back is important.” Christensen follows in the footsteps of his
father Ken, who is also a lawyer and Queen’s counsel. “I think he was pleased about it,” said Christensen of his father’s reaction to the announcement Friday. An advisory com-
mittee reviewed Queen’s counsel applications and recommended candidates to Attorney General Suzanne Anton. The appointments were made by the provincial cabinet. “The QC designation
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DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM PUBLIC NOTICE - 2016 SCHEDULE FOR REGULAR COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS Pursuant to Section 127 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the 2016 Regular Council and 2016 Committee of the Whole Meeting Schedules for the District of Coldstream Council are available to the public at the District of Coldstream Municipal Hall, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, and on the District of Coldstream website at www.coldstream.ca (under QuickLinks on the home page).
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A proposed amphitheatre beside Okanagan College has upset some nearby residents who are concerned about the noise potential. residential areas within the north end of Kal Lake,” states a letter from the residents to the college. “The small group sponsoring the amphitheatre is choosing to discount this. Clearly there are other sites or under-used facilities within the Vernon or Okanagan corridor that would be better suited, less impacting and more cost effective.” In the letter, the residents state that Okanagan College has been a good neighbour and they expect this to continue. “With this in mind,
Generally, Council meetings will be held on the second and fourth Monday of each month and Committee of the Whole meetings will be held on the first and third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Municipal Chambers at the District of Coldstream, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC. Where such Monday is a statutory holiday, the meeting will be held on the Tuesday evening following. For 2016, two Regular Council Meetings will be held in Lavington on March 14 and September 12. The public is welcome to confirm meeting dates and times by calling 250-545-5304 or by visiting the District of Coldstream website.
we ask OC not to permit or to support activities that introduce such long-term adverse affects into our pristine area,” they state. When contacted, resident Jackie George said noise is the primary issue and neighbours will meet in January to discuss their next step. “There are people concerned about what is happening.” Okanagan College officials state they are only giving the Okanagan Summer Festival Society an opportunity to explore the site as a potential venue and funding
the sound,” said Diane Bond, society managing director. “The sound will be directed into the side of the hill. There should not be a lot of overflow.” Bond says sound tests could be conducted this summer. “Until the experts have done that and told us their recommendations, we’re not sure what we’d be able to do with that issue,” she said, adding that the open house was held early to consult with residents. “Our commitment is to deal with these issues.”
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Council and staff wish each and every one of you season’s greetings and a happy and prosperous new year.
Holiday Hours The Municipal Office and Building Department will be closed at 2:00 pm on Thursday, December 24, 2015 and will reopen at 8:00 am on Monday, January 4, 2016. In the event of a public works emergency during this time, please phone the after-hours line at 250-545-5304.
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options. “We’ve not signed any lease agreement,” said Allan Coyle, OC’s director of public affairs. “We would anticipate the neighbours would have concerns and we expect the society to address the concerns where it can.” The Okanagan Summer Festival Society insists noise has been part of all planning. “The architect has recommended placing the facility down into the coulee to minimize the earth disturbance and to contain
Anyone visiting the library can also learn more about Lumby’s history. The Lumby Museum has set up an exhibit at Okanagan Regional Library’s branch. “The Lumby Museum is closed for the winter, opening again in June 2016. The museum didn’t want local history and artifacts to be in storage away from public viewing, so has partnered with Okanagan Regional Library to create an ongoing display,” said Mitzi Fortin, Lumby librarian. “Visitors to the library will be able to take a trip through local history and the display is free for everyone to enjoy. “The Lumby Museum display will be on until May.”
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Tapping into a new water source could create challenges in Greater Vernon. Members of the master water plan stakeholders advisory committee were provided with information Thursday about possibly drawing water from Okanagan Lake, something that presently doesn’t occur. “You would have a pump station at the head of the lake and pump all of the way to the Mission Hill treatment plant,” said consultant Brett deWynter. A pump station would be required because Okanagan Lake’s surface elevation is 341.5 metres, which means it is lower than Vernon. “No one has control over what electrical rates will become,” said deWynter of the need for power to pump the water uphill. The present water system is gravity-fed, with Duteau Creek at
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an elevation of 649.95 metres and Kalamalka Lake at 391.7 metres. Committee member Paul Williamson suggested constructing a treatment plant near Goose Lake that could draw water from Okanagan Lake and service northwest Greater Vernon, Spallumcheen and the Okanagan Indian Reserve. “That’s an option we should definitely look at,” he said. Another concern about switching from the Duteau source to Okanagan Lake is the potential arrival of invasive mussels in the region. The mussels flourish in calcium rich water such as Kalamalka and Okanagan lakes, whereas there are low calcium levels in Duteau Creek. These mussels clog
water intake pipes, pumps and boat motors. They also deplete food sources for fish and produce toxins that kill fish and birds and contaminate drinking water. “Putting an intake in at different depths (in the lake) could not work,” said Doug Neden, committee member. The committee was also provided information on water utilities in other local jurisdictions. In Kelowna, about 60,000 people get their water from Okanagan Lake, with the remaining 60,000 served by up to 10 other independent utilities. “It has zero agricultural base,” said deWynter of the City of Kelowna utility from Okanagan Lake. Presently, the City of
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The end is in sight for a major fundraiser. The Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation’s 28th annual Light a Bulb campaign has raised $194,862 towards its $200,000 goal to purchase two orthopaedic surgical sets. “We are very excited at the level of support the campaign has received,” said Marg Bailey, Light A
Bulb chairperson. “Many people can relate to having a diminished quality of life while having to endure long wait times for hip and knee surgery. We will be able to see positive results from this campaign early in the new year.” For information or to donate, go to www.vjhfoundation.org or call 250-558-1362.
Kelowna system is not filtrated but that may not be avoidable in the future. “Water rates in Kelowna will go up, they are going up,” said Jim Garlick, committee chairperson, of government regulations. In Penticton, two water sources are used and filtration has been in place since the mid1990s. “The treatment facility was built with 33 per cent tax dollars and the rest came from elsewhere (senior government),” said deWynter. “Federal government funding is not where it was back in the 1990s.” West Kelowna has two water sources and the treatment technologies vary. “One group of residents pays for filtered water and another
group pays for non-filtered water. It’s a legacy of two irrigation districts,” said deWynter. Garlick says the amalgamation of Greater Vernon’s water utilities and system upgrades have been beneficial. “I’m thankful that we have Duteau Creek. We have everyone paying the same rate and people can see through their water,” he said.
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hanks to Thursday night’s dusting (actually maybe more as I don’t know if you have to shovel when it’s just a dusting and I had to shovel in my neighbourhood) of snow it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around these parts. I don’t know why but it never quite feels like Christmas without the white stuff. And it doesn’t even feel that it’s close by until the white stuff ’s around, which would explain why I have to go crazy this weekend shopping (and my procrastination problem, of course). Plus it doesn’t count that the local ski hills have glenn Mitchell plenty of snow and are enjoying great early-season conditions, which is of course good but doesn’t necessarily get you in the Christmas spirit if it’s not in your own back yard as well. And I don’t even mind shovelling the stuff as it’s often the only exercise I get in the winter time, OK I walk a fair bit and we’re checking into snow shoeing but as far as upper body strength forget about it (and, yeah, maybe I do need that gym membership for Christmas after all, and I’m kidding myself if I think it’s just a winter problem but anyway....). However, there’s something about the first substantial (or dusting, come on make up your mind) snowfall of the season that taps into the kid in all of us. I know it can be a challenge for us adults to drive in but just slow down a little (which can in itself be a good thing too) and even the most curmudgeonly of us has to admit the white stuff brightens up a grey world considerably and, if we let it, puts a spring in our step and sparks memories of simpler, fun times as a kid when the first snowfall was truly magical.
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I still remember my oldest son as a toddler when I told him it was snowing outside and he rushed to the picture window in the living room to witness it for himself. I thought he would be excited but he seemed to take no delight in it as he quickly verified it for himself but then rushed away to what I assumed was what he was doing previously. “Where are you going, bud?” I asked as he rushed off on what obviously was an important task, but more important than the first snow of the season? He didn’t answer me as he rushed off to check something out in the kitchen and I was beginning to think maybe this weather phenomenon wasn’t as big a deal as I thought anymore. However, he quickly came back and informed me that my assumption about his lack of excitement was dead wrong. “It’s snowing in the back yard too,” he said excitedly. “Wow, that’s cool son,” I smiled, and wondered how isolated, isolated flurries can actually be? Anyway, if the weatherman is on the money, ahem, this white stuff should stick around, and maybe even increase, virtually ensuring a white Christmas in the North Okanagan. And although I’m no meteorologist, I’ll go out on a limb and say that goes for your front yard and back yard, too, so what else do you need to have a wonderful holiday season? Seeing how we are taking a break from publishing next Sunday due to the holiday season, I will also take this time and space to wish everyone a happy new year and let’s try to carry the goodwill and spirit of the season as far as we can into 2016. Happy New Year everyone. Oh yeah, and let it snow, let it snow, let it snow (within reason, of course).
It’s been a six-year journey to reach the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation commission, but this shouldn’t be considered the end of the trail. The thousands of pages chronicling decades of suffering from victims of the residential school system came at a great cost, both to those that had the courage to stand up and tell their tale, along with all those who never even had the chance. That investment of courage is, in itself, enough to say this report shouldn’t be like so many others and left to gather dust on the shelves, referenced occasionally in court decisions and scholarly articles. The report represents so much more. It’s a foundation to build a new relationship on. Justice Murray Sinclair, the head of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, summed it up when he said the change would not be immediate; that it will take years, possibly generations. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called it a “new path, working together toward a nation-tonation relationship based on recognition, rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.” Here in the Okanagan, First Nations have been active in forging a new path for themselves, building relationships with the surrounding communities and business partners. That’s not to say these communities don’t face many problems: substance abuse, health and education are ongoing battles, which Sinclair said the commission’s finding show are rooted, directly or indirectly, in years of government efforts to “assimilate, acculturate, indoctrinate and destroy.” Co-operation has already led to great gains in the Okanagan. Imagine what might be achieved when we fully embrace the other three key factors Trudeau cited: recognition, rights and respect.
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hank you Mr. Harper for giving Canada the best years of your life, trying hard to keep us safe with your policies, stiffer penalties for criminals, hoping that our children would not be exposed to drugs. The biggest ploy at the last election was the needed help for the "poor" middle class which can afford to eat out noon and evening and in between. The airports are full of travellers. At the liquor stores, especially when they have special wine and whisky sales, the lineups are never ending. This is not the one per cent everybody is crying about. I do feel for the really poor but not for the so-called "middle class." Mr. Harper was accused of taking orders from the Americans. I hope you watched Mr. Trudeau march with all of his cabinet and all of the people standing in line, even from B.C. Poor middle class students could afford to go. Copying the Americans with enormous debts. It felt just like the American inauguration hoopla. Now we will have a government with U.S. influence. I hope and pray that Mr. Trudeau takes notice of why Mr. Harper, which of course he was criticized for, double-checked who comes in and out of our country, so we don't have another Paris situation. REMEMBRANCE DAY On Nov. 11, I was reading the paper and I got to the letters to the editor. One letter, Reconsider the date, is by Julie Funfer. I couldn't believe it, the Vernon Farmers Market chose this day of all days to set up shop. I hear this is not the first year they decided to cash in on a national holiday of remembrance. That is what upsets me. As a son of a veteran, this day has special meaning for me and many other people whether or not they had loved ones in the service. Before we went to the service at Kal Tire Place, I sent an e-mail to the Vernon Farmers Market, the mayor and councillors. The response I got from the farmers market was shocking to say the least. I guess I hit a nerve. Maybe I shouldn't have used the word disgusting about how I felt what they were doing. And maybe I shouldn't have said I hope they get the boot from Kal Tire Place. But for the market to attach a link about the history of Remembrance Day for me to read, now that is disgusting. They jumped to the conclusion that my e-mail was more to do with the referendum for the second sheet of ice. Well, I have never gone to a Vipers hockey game, just not my thing. We went and watched curling there and that was good. I have gone
Brian Jean, leader of the Alberta Wildrose Party and backbencher for 10 years, quoted in Maclean's, said the caucus was not whipped, only very tightly self-disciplined. It is a misperception of who Mr. Harper is. They followed him because they believed in what he did. He had the guts to tell Mr. Putin at the G20 meeting, "You need to get out of the Ukraine." Thank you for getting us out of the last big recession as the first country to do so. And I am sure you would have got us out of this one too without getting Canada into billions of debt. Finally, you rewarded stay-athome moms with some extra cash. It was money up front. Some even could stay at home which otherwise would not. Mr. Trudeau is not the first prime minister who made a hit with the ladies. When Mr. Harper appeared on the world stage, one reporter quoted that the ladies were in awe with his looks. He always looked like a statesman, which he was and is. It's shocking to me is that so many Canadians want our country to go into millions of debt at this uncertain time just so they can spend even more. I'm really proud of the Canadians who voted against. I am one of them. Sylvia Posch-Lang
to the farmers market and my wife goes all of the time. The point I was trying to make to the farmers market and mayor and council was this day is a national day of remembrance. Have we as a society become so commercialized that a day to honour veterans is now a day to exploit for profit? I realize that other stores are open and as the mayor said, "They don't stop and have two minutes of silence." I wouldn't know that but then they aren't set up on public property either. What I do know is my wife and I were at the service for more than two hours. We were entertained by the community band, a great singing group and young children who have thought and care enough about the veterans to write poems and read them to us. The crowd, I believe, was the largest ever. We overheard people sitting near us who had never been to this service before and they commented on how nice it was for the veterans. When they came marching in, it was sad to see how few veterans there are left. They had many standing ovations deservedly so. The farmers market's two minutes of silence, which was "quite moving to see life come to a complete standstill," isn't really the same, I'm sorry. Our veterans did see life come to a complete
standstill. That is moving. My dad fought overseas from 1941 to 1945 and my uncle Harold was killed off of the coast of Italy July 5, 1943. I now have the Silver Cross given to my grandmother, who always believed he would come home because his body wasn't recovered when the ship he was on was hit by torpedoes. My dad didn't talk about the war. That's the way it was back when I was growing up. But he did teach us kids to remember and to respect the people who went off to war. I don't need a link to read about the history of Remembrance Day. I can hold war memorabilia in my hand every day and know what the true meaning of what that day is about. We might "owe our very existence" to farmers as the manager of the farmers market said. The funny thing, I grew up on a farm. My dad left the family farm in Saskatchewan to go to war. Farmers grow food, at least we did. Had the market waited until noon to open, I probably wouldn't have written the e-mails. But I do thank Julie for her letter to the editor. Somebody has to stand up for the veterans. It's just a poor choice of a day to have a farmers market. It's too bad the city went along with it. It makes you wonder who's running city hall. We will remember them. Cal Pedersen
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There’s winners and losers when it comes to accessing taxpayers’ money. Vernon council has approved $43,000 in grants for local groups and denied requests worth $34,500. “It’s a difficult process because all non-profit organizations are worthwhile,” said Coun. Catherine Lord. “But we try to stick to our policy.” Among the grants approved is $8,000 for the Downtown Vernon Association to develop a mural tour mobile app while there is a $3,000 grant for the North Okanagan Pipes and Drums to purchase new kilts. There is also a grant of $10,000 for a new piano at the Vernon Community Music School and $8,000 to replace the roof shingles at the Vernon Lawn Bowling Club. Council will provide $14,000 to the Upper Room Mission for a commercial sized walk-in freezer. “This will reduce their overall operating costs,” said Lord of URM. “They have a bunch of small freezers. They
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Tyler Folk (centre) receives a scholarship from Jason Satterwaite (left), with the North Westside Fire Rescue Society, and Doug Gardiner, North Westside fire chief.
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A young firefighter is the first recipient of the North Westside Fire Rescue Society scholarship. At age 17, Tyler Folk started as a junior firefighter with the volunteer department while attending high school in Vernon. Coinciding with his secondary school graduation this spring, Folk completed recruitment training with the fire department which serves Killiney Beach, Westshore Estates, Fintry and Upper Fintry. “He’s become a great firefighter and has shown a talent for first medical response, achieving his level three accreditation,” said Jason Satterwaite, with the society. “Tyler’s goal is to become a paramedic and work his way towards a professional firefighting career. He plans to use the scholarship funds to take a paramedic course in early 2016 through the Justice Institute of B.C.” The mandate of the non-profit North Westside Fire Rescue Society is to ensure the betterment of the department and com-
“He’s become a great firefighter and has shown a talent for medical response.” — Jaso Satterwaite
munity and it conducts fundraising activities throughout the year. It was decided this year to set up a $1,000 scholarship for mem-
bers of the department who are considering a professional emergency services career and wish to further their education.
The recipient is chosen by all members of the North Westside department. “We’re pleased to offer Tyler and potentially other young members of the department some financial help as an incentive to achieve their longer term professional goals as emergency service providers,” said Satterwaite.
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DON’T SETTLE TOO SOON IF HURT IN A CAR CRASH
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If you have been injured in a car crash and, in short order, ICBC comes through with an offer to settle, do not be too quick to accept. Typically, ICBC is not only your insurer but also insures the driver who caused your injuries. So naturally ICBC aims to keep settlement payments down. Lawyers for car crash victims report that ICBC often tries to settle personal injury claims by making settlement offers very early on. This may appeal at first blush – you can use the money, and you may feel it lets you put the car crash behind you so you can get on with your life as before. But in order to settle your claim, you will have to sign a release. You may think that it is just a standard document, and sign on the dotted line to get the Richard money. Maybe you will not even bother to read it – after all it is just a bunch of legalese, right? But once you sign the release, and whether you read it or not, it usually means no more money. If you later experience health problems stemming from the car crash that were not fully apparent when you signed, you will have an uphill battle to try and overcome the release. And in real life, often the full extent of accident injuries cannot be known right away. You need to be patient, to be sure all symptoms and problems have
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shown up and have fully resolved (or to determine if some are chronic). And you need solid medical back-up on that before you settle. There are other reasons for not settling too soon. It is not unusual for the initial settlement offer to be a single, all-in number that is not broken down into what factors ICBC used to arrive at that figure. And if you ask, ICBC may or may not be prepared to explain or give a break-down. But it is critical that you understand what your claim is worth – what factors a court would take into account when assessing “damages” (proper compensation) and what is a fair amount for each factor or element of Barton compensation. It is best if you talk to an experienced personal injury lawyer as early as possible post-accident. Your lawyer is only on one side – yours. He or she can help you with your ICBC claims reporting (which you must make soon after the crash), alert you to potential traps and pitfalls there, make you aware of time lines and time limits for your claim, arrange appropriate medical help and evaluations, negotiate a fair settlement, or fight your case in court.
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Cents drop Vipers to fifth place ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
It’s a goal, said Merritt Centennials head coach Joe Martin, he hopes will do wonders for his squad. It did nothing for the Vernon Vipers. Colin Grannary moved into a tie for the team lead in his goals when he scored his 19th at 8:40 of the third period to give the visiting last-place Centennials a 3-2 B.C. Hockey League win over the Vipers Friday night in front of 1,664 disappointed fans at Kal Tire Place. The loss, coupled with the Trail Smoke Eaters’ 6-3 win at home over the Salmon Arm Silverbacks, dropped the Vipers out of a playoff spot in the Interior Division, one point behind fourth-place Trail. The Vipers close out the first half of the season with a game this afternoon at 2 against the Powell River Kings at Kal Tire Place. The Kings fell 4-3 in overtime Friday in Langley. Grannary took a pass from Nick Jermain and beat a couple of Vipers defenders before cutting to the net and sliding the puck through the legs of goalie Andrew Shortridge for the winner. “We wanted to attack the hockey game in the third period though I don’t think it looked like we did that,” smiled Martin, whose team jumped out to a 2-0 first-period lead only to watch the Vipers tie it in the second, and were outshot 26-9 over the final 40 minutes. “Our mindset has been ‘what are we doing to do to blow this one?’ But it was nice that Colin stepped up for them, they took a deep breath and it took a little bit of the pressure off.” Said Grannary of the game-winner: “It was a nice goal but a there was also a lot of luck involved. We were looking to get back in the standings and battle hard so it was a great team win for us tonight.” Jermain opened the scoring at 7:25 of the first period on a five-
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Bo Pellah of the Vernon Vipers battles Gavin Gould of the Merritt Centennials Friday night at Kal Tire Place. The Cents got a third-period goal from Colin Grannary to beat the Snakes 3-2 in front of 1,664 fans. minute powerplay, the result of a blow to the head major assessed to Vipers forward Jimmy Lambert, who had just stepped on the ice when he collided with Merritt leading scorer Gavin Gould. Gould, who was skating backward and never saw Lambert, hit his head on the ice. He was down for a few minutes and left the ice but returned later in the period and played a regular shift the rest of the way. Ryan Forbes made it 2-0 visitors on a two-on-one shorthanded effort with Vernon product Brett Jewell at 14:23. Forbes kept the puck, shot, and
Shortridge made the save. The rebound came back to Forbes who stopped, waited a couple of seconds, then picked the top corner shortside. A blow to the head major to Merritt’s Zak Bowles on Viper forward Odeen Tufto – who didn’t miss a shift – turned the game in Vernon’s favour in the second period. Latrell Charleson scored his fifth on a point bomb, thanks to a beautiful pass from fellow blueliner Bo Pellah, at 15:05 with 59 seconds left in the Bowles major. With Jermain in the box for interference, Tufto shook off a
slash from Nick Fiorentino and fed a backdoor beauty to Christian Cakebreak for his eighth of the year at 16:33 to tie the game. Cole Kehler made 31 saves to pick up the win in goal for Merritt. “Tonight was not one of our best efforts,” said Vipers assistant coach Kevin Kraus. “We had a bad start and were down 2-0. Luckily, we got a five-minute power play and another powerplay right behind it that gave us a chance to tie it up. “But we lost too many stick battles, too many battles in the defensive zone, we weren’t hard enough on the forecheck.. We didn’t do nearly enough to win a
hockey game.” Lambert and Bowles face automatic two-game suspensions for their blow to the head majors, though Kraus thinks the league will review both and didn’t think either hit warrants a suspension. Goalie Brendan Barry and forward Riley Brandt watched from the press box for the Vipers. Barry was hurt in practice Friday morning (his spot was taken by Kelowna major midget call-up Cole Demers), and Brandt was serving the first of a two-game suspension for a blow to the head penalty picked up Wednesday in Trail. Meanwhile, Vipers forward Liam Finlay played for gold Saturday at the World Junior A Hockey Challenge in Cobourg, Ont. Finlay and his line mates Tyson Jost of the Penticton Vees and Joseph Nardi of the Alberta League’s Whitecourt Wolverines combined for nine points in the third period Thursday night to lead Canada West to an 8-5 semifinal win over Canada East. Canada West took on Russia in the championship game. Finlay had 1+2 in the third period and has 2+2 in three tournament games. Canada West and Canada East combined for a record nine goals in the final 20 minutes. n Cooper Leitch scored twice in the Smokies’ win over Salmon Arm. Trail played in Merritt Saturday. The West Kelowna Warriors scored twice in the final 2:05 and Matthew Greenfield made 41 saves in a 2-0 home-ice win over the Vees. Vernon’s Spencer Hewson scored once to lead the Nanaimo Clippers to a 9-1 romp over the Prince George Spruce Kings. Noah Turanski of Vernon assisted on the first of five unanswered goals in the opening period as the Coquitlam Express crushed the Surrey Eagles 8-2. The Wild scored three times in the final 11 minutes for a 4-2 win over the Chilliwack Chiefs in front of 3,249 fans in Wenatchee.
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The very best of 2015...
ome year huh. The Royals win the World Series, the Oilers win the amateur draft lottery again, the Seahawks lose the Super Bowl and still jack up ticket prices, the Blue Jays make the playoffs and Sidney Crosby loses his mojo. Perhaps the wackiest sports story of 2015 saw a California man send 20 dozen coconut doughnuts to police officers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison as payback for getting kicked out of a Badger football game. The man traveled from Los Angeles to see the Badgers play Northwestern at Camp Randall Stadium. He was assigned a seat in the student section away from his friends, so when he tried to join his friends, officers threw him out, UW-Madison police spokesman Marc Lovicott told the media. Come Monday, 240 coconut doughnuts mysteriously appeared at police Kevin Mitchell headquarters. The delivery driver gave officers the man’s name and Lovicott tracked down an e-mail address and began corresponding. “This was meant as a harmless way to both show general gratitude for the job you do (which is awesome) but slight disdain for my treatment Saturday (which was not so awesome),” the man wrote, according to Lovicott. “Donuts (sic) are awesome, but coconut donuts are not so awesome.” Then there was Midland Lee kicker Luis Aranda drilling an extra point attempt into a referee’s face in a Texas high school football game, and the ball ricocheted through the uprights. Must have been Midland Lee’s night. The school beat El Paso El Dorado 35-16, It wouldn’t be my 95th annual Christmas column without mentioning the late John Baldwin, who celebrated his 100th birthday in 2006. He was the sole surviving member of the Keller Club in Minnesota. He was quoted by the St. Paul Pioneer Press as saying he wasn’t playing much golf because he had a sore back. “When you get to 100, you get some problems,” he said. His secret to a long life? “Moderation in everything. I quit smoking when I was 82.” Wish I had met Johnny especially now that I’m playing the back nine. It is now time to present the best-of-the-year list. Before doing so, I have to thank my wonderful family and friends for reading my Sunday column. Including Vernon Esso hockey great John (Wire) Price, who used to just look at the pictures in the paper, my readership total has reached 39. We are all blessed with decent health and happiness in the Mitchell family. My wonderful folks are going strong at 80-something, my daughter Kristi is a children’s psychologist in Calgary and is getting married in February at the all-inclusive resort city of Edmonton, my oldest son, Max, is working and helping me coach my youngest son, Nick, who can stickhandle on a postage stamp, but was just struck with his third hockey concussion in less than a year. And as we all move forward, please include Neil McPhie, Nick Turik, Norm Amiel, Wayne Richardson and Haley McDougall in your prayers. Here, then, are the best of 2015... Gone But Not Forgotten: Norrie Burns, Peter Catt, Todd Ewen, Grant Kineshanko, Michael Blain, Ron Stanley, Cory Isobe, Yogi Berra, Ernie Banks, Al Arbour, JP Parise, Flip Saunders, Moses Malone, Justin Wilson, Frank Gifford, ‘Rowdy’
BETWEEN THE LINES
Roddy Piper, Dean Smith, Ken Stabler, Billy Casper, Jerry Tarkanian, Nelson Doubleday Jr., Calvin Peete, Steve Montador. Viper of the Year: Liam Finlay. Best TV Sportscasters: James Duthie, Squire Barnes, Jim Hughson, Gregg Zaun, Ines Sainz, Evanka Osmak. Canuck of the Year: Henrik/Daniel Sedin. Rising Stars: Jordyn Cullum, Danny Aspenlieder, Cayleigh Graham, Andrew Shortridge, Zac Benn, Meredith Levorson, Andy Gilbert, Tyler Galenzoski, Ryan Vest, Mitchell Bradbury, Hannah Bennison, Ben Hladik, Levi Nicholas, Zac Hyer, Jagger Williamson, Matt Kowalski, Powell Connor, Jenna Fletcher, Conner Kozak, Cakebread Connie Kapak, Connor Glennon. Best Steak: Blackened New York at Earls. Best soup: Broccoli & Bacon at Kelly O’Bryans. Best Pizza: Uncle Dave’s. Best Cheerleaders: Tennessee Titans. Busts: Kate Upton, Heidi Klum, Noureen Dewulf (Canuck G Ryan Miller’s wife), Anaheim Ducks, Philadelphia 76ers, Cullum L.A. Lakers, B.C. Lions, Johnny Manziel, Best Team Names: Onion Lake Border Chiefs, Frog Lake T-Birds, Fargo Force, Brampton Beast, Wheeling Nailers, Syracuse Crunch, Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Biloxi Shuckers, Akron Rubberducks, Sioux City Musketeers, Sparrow of the Year: Oliver. Best Wings: The Longhorn. Honourable mention: Wings. Best onion rings: Winfield Arena. Best creampuffs: My mom’s. Honourable mention: Okanagan Bakehouse. Best Names in Sports: Christian Cakebread, Odeen Tufto, Dick Trickle, Ben Lovejoy, Rob Klinkhammer, Bastian Scheinsteiger, Lincoln Lane, Rusty Ryal, Coco Crisp, Homer Bailey, Burke Badenhop, Chapperon Chillihitzia, Golden Tate, Bo Horvat, Cal Clutterbuck, Emre Can, Martin Montoya, Wacey Rabbit, Madison Bowey, Max Unger, Ricardo Lockette, Preston Sparklingeyes, Darnell Nurse, Mitch Meek. Best Smiles: Curtis Lazar, Taylor Swift, Drake, Kevin Bieksa, Meghan Mikkelson, Mary-Louise Parker, Natasha Staniszewski, Missy Peregrym, Hannah Storm, Jennifer Hedger, Jennifer Garner, Marion Mitchell, Jacqueline Cote, Alyssa Racine, Brooklyn Decker, Anneke VanderVelde, Amanda Bedard, Paul Rush, Tori Feser, Scott Simpson, Andrea Pow, Craig Ferguson, Stana Katic (Kate Beckett on Castle), Karlie Kloss, Anita Black, Miranda Kerr, Zach Agar, Zayne Hanke, Makenna Hoffman, Lawrie Skolrood, Jesse Crowe. Best Legs: Bo Pellah, Usain Bolt, Jay Henry, Kevin Cleland, Ian Jensen, Christine Sinclair, Marie-Philip Poulin, Mia Hamm, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Hope Solo, Bob Powls, Wayne Hoover, Gerry Geisbrecht, (Lean) Lena Dean, Natalie Gulbis, Wayne Brown, Leryn Franco, Darrell Spencer, Ray Michelin, Edeen Ramsey, Cal Halasz. Worst Legs: Glenn Jespersen, Gene Anderson, Steve Fitzpatrick, Chris Fleming, Peter Francis, Russ Parr, Darin Mundy, Erwin Schuur, Dave (Spyder) Specht, Kevin Manke, Jeff Parker, Mike Kakoske, Lloyd Mitchell, Dave Hampton.
Ademi pushes Topsport past NET Morning Star Staff
Topsport FC grounded defending champion North Enderby Timber 7-2 in Vernon Indoor Soccer League play Thursday night. With keeper David Weir sidelined with torn calf muscles, Quinzy Aarts-Roman filled in and recorded the win. Chances were of abundance as both teams were looking to get an early lead. Star striker Lendrit Ademi finished his own rebound to put Topsport in front. Shortly after, captain Menno Burnet fired a powerful swerving shot from the halfway line. The shot changed direction
and found its way to the top corner, leaving the NET keeper frozen in place. NET pushed back and got a goal but the half finished 3-1 for Topsport. Both teams came out firing once again in the second half but Topsport clearly had the upper hand. Ademi managed to complete his hat trick. He has 15 goals. Perez Vermeulen, with a deuce, and Enzo Paal also scored for first-place Topsport (7-1). NET dipped to 4-5. Peters Tirecraft put the winter treads on and ground out a 1-0 win over Monashee Surveying Thursday night. Monashee keeper Travis Beck stopped
multiple great chances. Zach Sharp put in a great effort at central fullback, repeling Tirecraft forwards all night until a perfect pass from Martin Paris found Marcello Navajero 15 feet directly in front of net. Beck made the first save but Marcello pounced on the rebound giving the Tiremen the lead midway through the second half. Shane Whitley played a determined two-way game helping the Tiremen deny Monashee the equalizer. Whitley earned the Peters Tirecraft Man of the Match. Tirecraft share fourth place with NET at 4-5 and are on a three-game win streak.
Bantam Vipers bite South OK Morning Star Staff
Vernon Sun Valley Source for Sports Vipers hoped to build on an opening-game win at the West Kelowna Bantam Tier 2 hockey tournament. The Vipers stung South Okanagan 8-3 in their opener Friday. Nic Bolin and Eric Noren each had two goals and one assist for Vernon. Corbin Hanson and Lee Christensen had 1+1 while single goals went to Cole Johnson and Lucas Wood. Gavin Fleck and Trevor Kennedy chipped in with assists for the Vipers, who played without four regulars due to injury. Head coach Brad Teale was happy with the play of AP call-ups Fleck, Kael Black and Jadon Foster.
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BOSTON PIZZA 3-ON-3 POND HOCKEY LEAGUE TEAM W L SOL PTS Team Steve Clark 9 0 0 18 Team Kyle Pointe 6 3 0 12 Team Lucas Mitchell 4 4 1 9 Team Jed Purcell 4 4 0 8 Team Rylee Davis 1 7 0 2 Team Brock Reim 1 8 0 2 SCORING LEADERS PLAYER G A PTS Brett Williams, TSC 59 20 79 Jordan Zacharuk, TSC 36 28 64 Steve Vallier, TJP 44 17 61 Devin Jones, TKP 30 30 60 Logan Geefs, TLM 24 31 55 Will Bessler, TKP 29 18 47 Laird Fawcett, TKP 30 13 43 Jordan Jones, TKP 21 19 40 Brett Heitman, TSC 12 23 35 Brandon Rysen, TRD 18 14 32 Dec. 15 Rylee Davis – 9 Aaron Jensen 4+2, Jaydon Agar 3+1. Goalie: Chris Hassan. Brock Reim – 8 Nick Freemont (2G), Tanner Schulmeister (2g). Goalie: Colin Vander Linde Steve Clarke – 22 Brett Heitman 7+4, Brett Willimas 6+3, Jordan Zacharuk 4+5, Matt Kolb 3+2. Lucas Mitchell – 18 Jeremy Pogue 7+3, Logan Geefs 4+2, Blake Richard 3G. Goalie: Jake Desilets Kyle Pointe – 13 Devin Jones 4+2, Will Bessler 3+1, Clay Willinger 3G. Goalie: Kyle Pointe Jed Purcell – 9 Steve Vallier 3+2, Jason Nelson 3G. Goalie: Colin Vander Linde
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Shuswap FC’s Rowan Trow, left, and Vernon’s Tate Garrod jostle for position as they race for a lose ball during a U12 tournament game at the Salmon Arm Savings & Credit Union Memorial Complex’s indoor soccer field. The Vernon Venom won the game 5-1.
Shamrocks holding mini tourney Morning Star Staff
Following a model originally started by retired PVSS teacher and Shamrock Alumni Ross Shannon, who hosted an annual alumni hoops tournament, the Armstrong Shamrocks are hosting a Christmas break mini tournament on Sunday, Dec. 27 starting at 11 a.m. at the Hassen Memorial Arena. All lacrosse players aged 17-Masters are invited to play in this non-contact masters rules event. “We used to hold an event like this, prior to the Hassen Arena being available, during the winter at
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the PVSS gym using McWhippit sticks - now we can play actual lacrosse thanks to the Hassen,” said tourney organizer Chad Pieper. “With so many alumni and current players returning home for Christmas from work or school or just visiting family at home we thought this would be a great way to get together over the holidays,” added Pieper. Players should arrive around 10:30 a.m. at the Hassen bringing a stick, gloves, helmet with face mask and clean running shoes.
Bayes rolls big Morning Star Staff
Cliff Bayes rolled into some Christmas cash big time. Bayes took top spot in the Lincoln Lanes Cash Singles bowling tournament featuring the top-70 qualifiers from the semifinal rounds of the threegame, pins over average tournament. Bayes finished 208 pins over his 215 average to take top prize of $500. Marchel Charest and Amanda Summerfelt tied for second, each winning $212.50 for being 143 pins over their averages (Charest, 166; Summerfelt, 133). Joanne Swart placed fourth, rollIng 96 pins over her 171 average to win $150. Kelsee Knowlan was fifth at 90 pins over her 168 average to earn $125. Rounding out the top-12 were Ann Rainer, Hans Kurz, Jason Summerfelt, Nadine Siegersma, Cam Botrill, Alice Rowland and Elsa Berge. Tournament highlights included 300 games from Bayes (329), Kurz (305) and Yvonne Walker (317).
LINCOLN LANES BOWLERS-OF-THE-WEEK Club 55 Ladies: Karen Patterson bowled a 591 triple to go 141 over her 150 average. Club 55 Men’s: George Smith bowled a 739 triple to go 139 over his 200 average. Ladies: Marilyn Gabriel bowled a 758 triple to go 182 over her 192 average. Men’s: Mike Litowski bowled an 767 triple to go 188 over his 193 average. HIGH GAMES/TRIPLES: Wayne Schultz, 338, 823, 303; Stu Spanier, 100 POA; Bronnie Bragg, 100 POA; Randy Borton, 335, 100 POA; William Marchand, 302; Barry Koenig, 318, 818; John Orton, 315; Karen Patterson, 100 POA; Hans Kurz, 306: AshleySnow, 318, 100 POA; Yvonne Walker, 317, 773, 356,
792, 100 POA, 7 strikes in a row; Marilyn Gabriel, 758; Flo Gallon, Super Spare; Olga Rosina, 100 POA; Mike Litowski, 100 POA; Keith Hoggard, 315 HIGH AVERAGES: ADULT Ladies Yvonne Walker 248 Men Stu Ryan 264 CLUB 55 Ladies Andrea Jackson 228 Men George Smith 217 PEE WEE Girls Destiny Waddell 112 Boys Reece Chisholm 131 BANTAM Girls Sierra Merry 157 Boys Cormac Gibson 162 JUNIOR Girls Rayne Hill 159 Boys Colby Eisenhauer 183 SENIOR Girls Cassidi Breitkreutz 185 Boys Kevyn Hoggard 214
INDOOR SOCCER VERNON SOCCER ASSOCIATION INDOOR MEN’S LEAGUE TEAM W L Topsport FC 7 1 Monashee FC 6 3 Kal Tire FC 5 3 NET 4 5 Peters Tirecraft 4 5 FC Tropic 3 6
PUBMASTERS DART LEAGUE A DIVISION TEAM GW Alexanders Predators 4 Eagles Bud Knights 4 Checkers Buzz Killers 3 ANAF Smokin’ Bulls 3 Checkers Straight Shooters 2 Village Green Machine 1 Eagles Broken Arrows 1 High Scores Men Henry Schulz, 140X2 Brock French Ladies Ruth Anderson 125 High Outs Men Wayne Morrison 94 Ladies Laureen McCrae 40 Bull Travis Bucsis Finish 180s None B DIVISION TEAM GW Alexanders Armed & Hammer 4 Elks D’Bratz 4 The Green Dart Farts 3 ANAF Paralyzers 3 Elks Bull Shooters 3 Preying Eagles 3 Kicking Eagles 2 Eagles in Flights 2 High Score Betty Daschner 150 Rob Cook, 140 Ian Gibson High Outs Linda Link 85 Barry Dutchcak 68
CURLING BANNISTER HONDA/GM SENIOR MEN’S LEAGUE DEC. 18 SCORES: Ewen 9 Haycock 2 Seebach 8 Lyons 2 Kerr 8 Chapman 4 Begley 5 Fullerton 4 Merklinger 6 Miller 4 MacDonald 7 Loo 6
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Kokanee girls soar Morning Star Staff
Four swimmers etched their names into the Vernon Kokanee Swim Club record book. Alexandra Shortt, Sydney Fillion, Morgan Mardiros and Kelsey Fillion set a new club mark in the girls 14 and under 4 x 50 metre freestyle relay at the recent 23rd annual MJB Law Classic Swim Meet in Kamloops. The girls’ club record time is one minute 57.71 seconds. “We had 260 best times from 49 swimmers participating,” said Kokanee head coach Steven Vander Meulen, a member of the Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame who swam for Canada at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. “I really liked the way the swimmers raced in finals over the weekend. They stood up when they needed to perform and reached deep when they were in close races. They kept coming through each day with
better times.” Individually, Shortt had an exciting race in the 200m breaststroke when she won on the final touch while racing from behind the entire race. Shortt and Anika Kintzel, in the 50-breast, and Fillion, in the 100free, 50-free and 50-back, set new age group qualifying times. Shortt also placed second in the 100-breast and third in the 50-breast. Other top-three swims included Fillion winning the 50-free and placing second in the 100-free and 50-back; Kintzel was third in the 50-breast; Ellie Williamson placed second in the 200-IM, 100-breast and 50-free; Meredith Levorson was second in the 50-free, 400-IM, 50-back and third in the 200-IM; Finishing third were Erin Brown (200m butterfly); Alexanne Lepage (200-free); and Angela Zeng (100-breast).
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Congratulations to Olga and Don Baron on their 50th wedding anniversary, from Bill, Gerry and family.
The snow looks like it’s here to stay, and we’ve got plenty of boots, sweaters, coats, hats, scarves and mittens here at the Lumby Community Thrift Store to keep you warm. I just mentioned mittens, so here’s a wee bit of news: Barb Sturgess has been knitting up a storm — arthritis is her constant battle but she keeps her hands exercised making mittens that she donates to us. This is what I call community spirit at its finest! She uses up all tailends of yarn and wool. With your donations we are able to provide her with these materials; this is a win/win effort. If you’ve ordered a Christmas hamper, they need to be picked up today between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. right here at
Lumby Thrift. We ask that any food/cash donations to our local food bank be brought here to our store during open hours. If you have donations but can’t bring them in, give us a call at 778-473-3003. The spirit of Christmas is alive and well here, with almost everything you may need or want at guilt-free pricing. Our regular specials: Tuesday $5/grocery bag of clothes; Wednesday Seniors Day, offering 50 per cent off most purchases; the last Friday of the month we feature $10 for a large garbage bag of clothing. Every day in December we are offering $5/grocery bag of clothing. We have responded to our thrifters’ requests
to be open on Saturday. To do this, we needed volunteers willing to work, and that they did! Our new hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The generously donated items and the giving spirit is so strong here, it blows my mind every time I stop in for my tea. With thanks to Margaret, Leona, Debs, Chris (including sidekick Molly) with a few of our other dedicated volunteers, there usually is a goodie to accompany the cup of tea.
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Residents at Coldstream Meadows Retirement Community with the gift baskets that were raffled off, with money given to seniors in need.
It’s about seniors helping seniors It’s the season for giving at Coldstream Meadows Morning Star Staff
Christmas is all about giving, and that is exactly what the residents at Coldstream Meadows Retirement Community wanted to do this year, by hosting its fourth annual Seniors Helping Seniors fundraiser recently. This year, the event was tied in with a Christmas tea and craft fair.
“The lobby at Coldstream Meadows was bustling as residents and their families showcased their handmade crafts and goods to the community,” said Jamie Voykin, marketing and rental coordinator at Coldstream Meadows. “Along with the craft fair, guests also got to enjoy a special Christmas tea and delicious cookies made by the baker at Coldstream Meadows.” To raise money for the Seniors Helping Seniors fundraiser, four baskets filled with handmade goods made by residents were raffled off. Thanks to the generosity and
help of the community and the residents, Coldstream Meadows raised $400 to donate to local seniors in need. Voykin said the money was put towards purchasing grocery gift cards and other gift items for special Christmas gift baskets. With the help of NexusBC Seniors Services, the baskets were given out to four senior families in need. “Coldstream Meadows would like to thank everyone for their generosity and hope that next year’s event will be just as successful,” said Voykin. “Merry christmas!”
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Marten Brewpub on tap downtown Lisa VanderVeLde Morning Star Staff
Vernon just got a little bit cooler. Stefan and Pearl Marten, owners of Marten Brewpub, have taken what used to be a former nightclub and painstakingly morphed it into a hip, industrial, cozy, pub that is centred around their micro brewery. They used local products in the construction such as steel from Donald’s Machine Shop, wood from Enderby and a re-used railroad trestle from Revelstoke that they milled for tables. For the couple, this has been a project born out of pure passion and drive. The Martens have worked full tilt everyday for two years to open their restaurant the Naked Pig and now Marten Brewpub right beside it. After being denied by lenders because they deemed the building to be cursed, Stefan and Pearl were left with no money in the budget for the construction. So they set out to prove that this so-called “curse” is hogwash and did more than 90 per cent of the labour themselves. “From this table that we are sitting on, to the chairs, to the brewery that we completely assembled ourselves, I have thousands of pictures of Pearl grinding, cutting, smashing and demolishing, we did it all,” said Stefan. Pearl and Stefan both have years of experience working in many different facets of the hospitality industry but more recently they have been renovating and building homes together. “It was a neat project for us, the building needed work and then we also have the hospitality side of it, so this was the perfect project to do both,” said Stefan. The brewery is the focal point of the pub and can be seen from every seat in the house. Stefan and Pearl have been enjoying the brewing aspect of their new business and they have been learning from the best. Brewmaster Stefan Buhl is one of Canada’s top brewers. Born and raised in Germany, he was the brewmaster for Tree Brewery for 17 years and is now a consultant for breweries all over the world. “He is a family friend and to be honest we wouldn’t be able to afford someone like that because of his high caliber,” said Stefan. “We have become really close and he loves this project because, for him, not only does he get to teach Pearl and I what his experiences are, but we are stepping away from production brewing, where you are doing the same style over and over again,” said Stefan.
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stefan and Pearl Marten have opened the doors to Marten Brewpub, next to their restaurant, the naked Pig, in downtown Vernon.
Some of the benefits of a brew pub atmosphere are having the freedom to experiment and listen first-hand to feedback. “It’s about the hands-on, back-to-basics brewing and that’s what he (Buhl) really enjoys,” said Stefan. “He has taken us under his wing and we are really just fortunate and we honestly wouldn’t have done this without him.” The Martens have high hopes for their brewery and with 10,000-square-feet in the basement, the brewery has room to grow. Stefan and Pearl’s two establishments were designed to be totally distinct from
each other. The Naked Pig is a barbecue -style restaurant and Marten Brewpub has its own style of menu. The Naked Pig is an urban cafe offering barbecue items, with vegetarian options and a strong coffee line. Marten Brewpub has a more Europeanstyle menu, with traditional German fare including schnitzel, bratwurst, pork hock and spaetzle. They also offer Canadian pub-style options like burgers, pizza, wings and nachos.
“It’s the ultimate beer drinking menu,” said Pearl. The Marten Brewing Co. has seven of its creations on tap, with creative names like Captain Marten’s Spiced Winter Ale, Just For the Helles, Rough & Dirty Red Ale, Holy Moses Pilsner. They have 32-ounce and 64-ounce growlers available to be filled for take-home craft beer. The brew pub has a convention and party area located on the top level, with a viewing platform designed by Pearl. “You can have your party in there and then people can spill out in the viewing area and look over the pub and brewery,” said Pearl, who, along with Stefan, is passionate about bringing more life to downtown Vernon. With 60 employees between Marten Brewpub and the Naked Pig, the Martens believe they are doing their part for the local economy. For some, the idea of working alongside their spouse may seem like a disaster waiting to happen but Stefan and Pearl wouldn’t change a thing. “I would never do anything without Pearl, that’s how we roll,” said Stefan.
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A Vernon realtor is providing an easy way to get rid of your Christmas tree. Doug Cuthbert, with Re/ Max, will collect Christmas trees at the curb and take them away for disposal Jan. 2 and 3. All he asks for in return is a donation to the Vernon food bank. “I started last year with Doug Cuthbert just an e-mail to my clients and raised 150 to 200 pounds of food. I’ve already had a better response this year and have volunteers and trailers lined up,” he said. “The response I have had from the general public has been incredibly positive. I believe this has the potential to be hugely successful.” Anyone who wants their tree picked up for recycling can contact 250-550-4203 or dougcuthbert@ remax.net. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Judges Akbal Mund (far left), Galina Labun and Dan Rogers (far right) celebrate with Movember participants from Nixon Wenger and KPMG, who raised $4,626 for men’s health. The Nicks & Whiskers (Nixon Wenger) consisted of Chris Alveberg, Kent Burnham, James Cotter, Jonathan Jones, Andrew Powell, Max Russmann, Tom Christensen, Will Spisso and Ryan Irving, while the KPMG MOkanagan team involved Murray Smith, Daniel Healey, Geoff Gibbons and Sean Strang.
Business Walks survey released Morning Star Staff
Bringing community leaders together with entrepreneurs was a success. The City of Vernon has released the results of the 2015 Business Walks survey. “The businesses that were interviewed were generally positive about their current state of business, with 92 per cent stating that business was Roy Nuriel either fair or steady or good and increasing,” said Roy Nuriel, the city’s long range planner, in a report. “The result is 4.3 per cent lower than the 2014 Business Walks survey (96.3 per
cent) and four per cent higher than the 2013 survey (88 per cent).” On Oct. 14, representatives from the city, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce, Community Futures and the Downtown Vernon Association visited 156 businesses over two hours. Each business was asked six questions in order to gain a better understanding of the current economic conditions in Vernon and to learn how local agencies can better meet the needs of businesses. “The primary goal of the Business Walks program is to provide an opportunity for businesses to offer instant feedback to the city and partner business service providers regarding any concerns or challenges they may be experiencing,” said Nuriel. Among the issues raised was parking.
“Staff have referred businesses to the city centre parking implementation strategy that provides a framework to better address this ongoing challenge common in many downtowns,” said Nuriel. Other topics that arose were business succession planning, labour support programs and statistical data. “Many businesses stated they require additional data on Vernon,” said Nuriel. “Economic development staff are currently working on a major update of the Vernon community profile, which is filled with statistical data on the community and region, including demographic information, building permit activity, major projects and sector overviews. The update is expected to be completed by the end of 2015 and would be made available online and in print format.”
Food drive organizer earns top honour Morning Star Staff
More than 32,000 pounds of food were collected during the 38th annual Realtors Food Drive in early December. As a result, organizer, Dawn Taylor is being recognized by the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board through its Realtors Care Award. “I love what I do, but I don’t do it for the awards,” said Taylor, with Re/Max. Each year, the award is given to an OMREB member who has contributed to their community through volunteer work, financial support or through the sharing of expertise. Between 300 and 400 volunteers took part in this year’s food drive, but Taylor puts in a lot of work behind the scenes. “That work includes organizing all the routes, arranging all the bag pickups, making sure that everyone has the correct information for the paperwork to be printed off and put into the bags, and tallying what the total tonnage of food is at the end,” said Elspeth Manning, with Sutton Group Lakefront Realty and a
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member of the Realtors Care nomination committee. “She also makes sure that it’s publicized locally, both pre and post, and works to get the publicity to drum up participation.” Nominations for the Realtors Care Award are submitted by members of the public and from OMREB members through an online call for submissions. A nomination committee then examines the nominations, looking at what the nominees have done and the impact on the committee.
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The deteriorating state of existing community benches in Armstrong has led to the city creating a new community bench program policy. Since the city acquired two benches to commemorate its 100th anniversary in 2013, the public has been asking about participating in a memorial bench program. “The city does not have a former program in place and instigating a policy would help with replacing old benches in a timely fashion,” said Coun. Steven Drapala, chairperson Steven Drapala of the city’s public works committee. Drapal requested that staff look into creating a community bench program that is open to various types of recognition, not just memorials. Highlights of the policy include anybody being able to participate in the program and can dedicate a bench for various reasons. Staff will maintain a map indicating the locations of existing and future benches, and will consult with the donor in determining the location of the bench dedication. Donations are for a 15-year period and donors can apply for a renewal of the program. They’ll also receive an income tax receipt. Staff reserves the right to determine the level of maintenance required for each bench or to relocate benches if necessary. The cost to participate in the program is $1,700, which led Coun. Shirley Fowler to ask if there could be cost-sharing written into the policy so that one individual or group wouldn’t have to cover the entire cost. “The thought was we could possibly include that (cost-sharing) on the application form and not necessarily write it within the policy,” said Drapala. The $1,700 includes the cost of the bench, shippping, installation and a bronze plaque with inscription. The policy does not allow for buying a plaque without a bench but, upon renewal of the program, just a bench can be purchased with the plaque transferred onto it. Staff will include regular bench maintenance in its annual budget as part of the program. Council members unanimously supported the new policy.
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Sesi and Qilaq join Pooch Partners owner Shelly Korobanik (right), The Green’s Ian Gibson and Village Green Hotel’s Janna Maderyc (left) as they present $3,612 raised at the recent Raise the Woof comedy night to Vernon Pet Soup Kitchen’s Tonya Perkins. The annual event, also sponsored by Sun FM, is already set to take place next year on Nov. 12 in support of the Pet Soup Kitchen again.
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#15, 9060 TRONSON ROAD
Over 6000 sq feet of gracious living in this Tudor style home. Lightly treed for privacy, with great views of Okanagan Lake from the home, the suite, the decks and the pool area. A private community with its own beach and boat launch area. Low maintenance landscaping and numerous upgrades since 2011. MLS® 10107582
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#212, 30 MONASHEE ROAD
Fully furnished 2 bedroom unit at Firelight. Total of 910 sq ft with a deck and 2 baths. Skating pond, tube town and Silver Queen view, elevator, and outdoor hot tub. Adjacent to the skating pond and tube town, ski in ski out + right on the X-country trails. MLS® 10107939
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Help us build a healthier North Okanagan. I volunteer with gratitude… It was with gratitude that I accepted an invitation to volunteer as a member of the board of directors at the Family Resource Centre. It was just over three years ago that my family experienced a tragedy; our daughter, a single mom, passed away leaving behind a twelve year old son that my husband and I now care for. He was in need of someone to talk to about his loss and a friend suggested the Family Resource Centre. The counsellor was excellent and my grandson is now a happy, well-adjusted, wonderful young man. I am so grateful to the FRC for their support at such a difficult time and am “paying it forward” by volunteering now.
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Rachel Carey, 10, has Abbey the sugar glider hitching a ride at Swan Lake Fruit and Garden Centre during a visit from Mr. K’s Kritters, while Kyarah Wightman (below), of Mr. K’s Kritters, snuggles their baby kangaroo Glen.
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‘Tis the last Sunday before Christmas morning and as per my usual habit I have make-ahead breakfast ideas for you to try. The first is a lovely strata call H.A.M. and is sure to feed a crowd. The second is a perfect idea for a small group and this recipe can be halved if necessary. The third is a tortilla recipe for everyone who likes a little spice in their lives. Very tasty! And the last recipe is something every child or adult who loves bananas and chocolate will love; add some whipping cream and this breakfast will soon disappear. Meanwhile, I wish all of my readers a very merry Christmas and all the blessings the new year can bring you. H.A.M Breakfast Strata (Ham, asparagus & mushroom) 2 tbsp. (30 mL) butter 1/2 onion, diced 1 (8 oz/227 g) package sliced mushrooms 1/2 bunch asparagus, tough stems removed, chopped Salt and pepper 8 eggs 3-1/2 cups (875 mL) whole milk 2 tsp. (10 mL) dry mustard 1 (175 g) package Smoked Uncured Black Forest Ham, cut into thin strips 10 slices 16-grain bread, cut into cubes 1 cup (250 mL) grated Cheddar or Swiss cheese Lightly coat a 9X13 (3.5 L. rectangle baking dish with butter.) Heat butter in a large skillet over medium high. Add onion, mushrooms and asparagus. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes or until mushrooms are brown and soft. Whisk eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add sautéed vegetables and ham. Gently stir in bread cubes. Pour mixture into prepared pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 12 hours. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C). Place strata on a rimmed baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes or until set in the middle. Sprinkle with cheese and bake additional 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Egg and Bacon Bread Baskets 12 slices 100% Whole Wheat Bread 4 eggs 1/4 cup Kraft Extra Virgin Olive Oil Caesar Vinaigrette Dressing 1/2 cup Touch of Philadelphia Shredded Creamy Herb & Garlic Cheese 2 cooked bacon slices, crumbled
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Baked Banana Chocolate French Toast is a hit for all ages, a sweet and tasty combination of chocolate and bananas, perfect for Christmas morning. 2 green onions, thinly sliced Heat oven to 400 F. Use rolling pin to flatten each bread slice to 5-inch square. Cut out centres with 3-1/2-inch round cookie cutter. Discard trimmings or reserve for another use. Press 1 bread circle onto bottom and up side of each of 12 muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and dressing in medium bowl until blended. Add cheese, bacon and onions; pour into bread shells. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until filling in centre of each cup is set. Serve warm. Tortilla-crusted Jalapeno Corn Quiche 3 soft corn tortillas 2 tsp. (10 mL) canola oil 1/2 onion, diced 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced 1/2 red pepper, diced 1 cup (250 mL) milk 1/2 cup (125 mL) cottage cheese 3 eggs, beaten 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) corn niblets, fresh or frozen, thawed and drained 1/2 cup (125 mL) grated white Cheddar
cheese 2 tbsp. (30 mL) chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 tsp. (2 mL) chili powder 1/2 tsp. (2 mL) ground cumin 1/2 tsp. (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp. (1 mL) pepper Preheat oven to 425 F (220 C). Place one tortilla in the bottom of a 9” (23 cm) pie plate. Cut remaining tortillas in half and overlap to mostly cover the sides of the pie plate. Heat oil in a small skillet over mediumhigh heat. Add onion, jalapeno and red pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes or until soft. Transfer to a large bowl. Add milk, cottage cheese and eggs. Mix well. Stir in corn, cheese, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Pour mixture into the tortilla-lined pie plate and bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 F (180 C) and bake 30-35 minutes or until egg mixture has set. Baked Banana Chocolate French Toast 3 eggs 2/3 cup (150 mL) milk
1 tbsp. (15 mL) vanilla 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Pinch of salt 1/2 cup (125 mL) chocolate hazelnut spread 8 slices thick sliced Italian style Bread 2 ripe bananas, sliced Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C). Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon and salt in a shallow dish. Spread chocolate hazelnut spread over 4 slices of bread and top with bananas and remaining bread slices to make sandwiches. Dip each sandwich in egg mixture to coat well. Place on a greased rimmed baking sheet, pouring any remaining egg mixture over each sandwich. Bake in preheated oven, turning once, for about 25 minutes or until golden. Tips: If nuts are an issue; replace chocolate hazelnut spread with an equal amount of softened cream cheese, and the bananas with sliced strawberries. French toast can also be cooked in a buttered non-stick skillet. Cook in batches until golden, about 6 minutes per side.
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On behalf of Sons of Scotland, Camp Kildonnan, Cole Aarestad presents the seven filled back packs the group bought and filled with essentials for clients of the Upper Room Mission, accepted here by Delma Sarich (left), Lisa Anderson and Breadan Pryce.
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ing in a law office. She was proud of them and I love them. They are smaller, as in the late ‘30s people did not eat on the large plates we do and as a result were also skinnier! There are only a few of these plates left and I make them a special part of our dinner setting. Recipes are also a delicious and comforting
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the fabric of our lives. I don’t fight it — I let them all in. This time of year our feelings are intensified. Take those moments to remember and honour your friends and family who are no longer present. Our first Christmas without Gord we went to Ontario to be with my family — we needed that diversion. We have since always celebrated Christmas Eve and the morning in our own home with our own celebrations and traditions. Many times we have dinner at a friend’s home and this has been very special, as it feels like we are with family and those we love. From my home to yours, may you have a wonderful holiday season surrounded with love.
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Eve, opening one gift on Christmas Eve and going for a walk on Christmas Day. Simple traditions that are ours. I have decorations that were gifts from my mom, or I bought on my travels, with my darlings and or the boys made and have become a history of our life. Our tree is always eclectic and filled with these symbols of our life. Sometimes I say we live with ghosts, or angels, but I am comfortable with ghosts. Garett, my darling’s son; Gord, my mom and dad, my darling’s dad. Their love, memories, photos, stories are inter-woven in our lives and I am glad for that. The deep love we have for those who have died does not end with their death; it carries on and becomes part of
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way to share traditions. My father always put oranges in our stockings, another special tradition from his youth. Oranges were such a treat in the early 1900s and getting one in your stocking was a real treasure. My mom carried on after Dad died, and we still do it. My mom used to help Santa out and would mail a back-up stocking in case Santa couldn’t find me in my gypsy days, and always an orange was inside. I believe I heard at Dr. Art Sovereign’s funeral a story about Art delivering boxes of mandarin oranges to his patients during the holiday season. Such a nice man, I miss his smile and gentle manner. When the boys were babes we started the new PJ’s on Christmas
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december 20
The CommuniTy hu Song Dec. 20 at 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. Come together and learn a spiritual exercise that teaches us all how to go beyond prayer and meditation, through contemplation. Pacific Inn and Suites, Vernon. 4790 - 34th St. drama for all youTh ChriSTmaS performanCe Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church, Enderby. Special guests: Sweet Adeline’s from Vernon and St. Andrew’s Children’s Choir from Salmon Arm. Donation box if you wish to make a contribution to the youth drama program. The annual ChriSTmaS Bird CounT is North America’s longest-running Citizens Science project. The count focuses on the winter bird population. Info. collected by volunteers forms one of the world’s largest set of wildlife survey data used daily by biologists to assess population trends and distribution of birds. The Vernon area count is Dec. 20. The North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club invites all interested people (new and experienced birders alike) to participate. If you are interested in joining us with your binoculars or camera, contact Peter Blokker at pfblokker@telus. net or 50-545-8297 and we will do our best to match you with a group of experienced naturalists. Another way to participate is to observe and count the birds at your feeder and send in the info. ChriSTmaS Bazaar fundraiSer Okanagan Humane Society’s annual event until Dec. 23, The Shops at Polson Park, 2306 Hwy. 6, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day the mall is open. Glassware, jewelry, ornaments, pictures, dolls, linens, clothes, household items, pet supplies, large assortment of Christmas trees, wreaths and all the decorations you want, at modest prices. Support our silent auctions and buy a ticket on a sleighful of goodies, including a turkey. Purchase 2016 calendar and enter to win door prize. All proceeds go to care of abandoned and neglected cats and kittens. Info., Hazel at 250-542-1607 or Louvain at 250-548-9293. The vernon juBilee hoSpiTal gifT Shop is all decked out for Christmas. There’s something for everyone. Lots of bling and stuffies that sing. Stocking stuffers, Christmas ornaments and decorations A great selection of ponchos, scarves, gloves and purses. Cozy hand knits. Unique Christmas crafts. Gifts for babies and gentlemen, too. Lovely floral arrangements. danCing ChriSTmaS lighTS diSplay Voila Hair Studio & Spa’s third annual light-up event. Stroll along the walking pathway, open 5:30 to 8 p.m. every night, and experience the magic of Christmas throughout the holiday season. The light show starts 5 p.m. and runs hourly until the last show at 9 p.m. Enjoy the pathway lights, hot apple cider, the artificial Christmas tree forest and a fire to warm up by and of course donations of cash or non-perishable food items for the Vernon Women’s Transition House Society are being accepted. Voila is at 4105 Pleasant Valley Rd., Vernon. arTSoluTely! The 10th annual Artsolutely! Show & Sale raises funds for the Arts Council of the North Okanagan. With Christmas weeks away, everyone is thinking of what to give the special people in their lives. Artsolutely! is your solution, with 25 artisans displaying their quality work, in a wide range of mediums including fibre arts, glass, jewellery, painting, photography and pottery. Find unique gifts while supporting local artisans and the Vernon Community Art Centre. Open daily at VCAC until Dec. 24 in Polson Park. Info., www.vernonarts.ca or 250-542-6243. aa meeTS SundayS (X) open meeting 10 a.m., at VTC 281048 Ave. (H) closed meeting 7 p.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27 St. Vernon (back door). (H) closed meeting 8 p.m., United Church, 2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap access (X) no handicap access. Info., 250-545-4933 vernon TreaTmenT CenTre Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for more info. okanagan ChineSe BapTiST ChurCh Worship in Cantonese with Mandarin interpretation every third Sunday of the month starting at 2 p.m. at Vernon Faith Baptist Church, 3908-27th St. al-anon meeTS Al-Anon is a fellowship of men and women affected by someone else’s drinking. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 1204 -30th Ave.; Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr. and Sundays at 7 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. Info., 250-545-4933. elkS mega meaT draw Join us the third Sunday of the month at the Elks lodge, 3101 - 30th St. (across from Greyhound) for Vernon’s most popular mega meat draw which includes 50/50. Variety baskets, meat basket and concessions. Everyone welcome. All monies go to charities and children in Vernon. Doors open 1 p.m., draws start 2 p.m. Check us out on Facebook at Vernon Elks.
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iscover the benefits of Taoist Tai Chi arts offered at the Southern Interior Centre, 3105-28 St., Vernon. Introduce yourself to a form of exercise and personal development that promotes health and relieves stress. The practice incorporates gentle, deep stretching with a full range of motion, benefiting the whole physiology including the muscular, skeletal and circulatory systems, as well as the tendons, joints and internal organs. At the same time, it is a form of meditation, allowing the mind to gradually become more peaceful and better able to manage the stresses of life. Taoist Tai Chi Week is Jan. 5 to 8. Join us for any class that week. Bring a friend, take a class, have tea and find out what it’s all about. Beginning classes: Jan 5 from 10 a.m. to noon; Jan. 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Continuing classes: Jan. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon, and 7 to 9 p.m., Jan. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon, and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn Tai Chi in 3 Days, Jan. 8 to 10. Feel balanced, comfortable and have fun as you are introduced to the 108 movements of the Tai Chi set in one weekend. Cost for new participants: adult $165, student/ senior $125. Includes the weekend plus unlimited classes to end of April. Register at www.taoist. org/southern-interior. Talk to us at 250-542-1822 or email vernon@taoist.org. hour session runs Mondays at the People Place in Vernon, room 11:30 a.m., Friday is canasta at 1 p.m. Members are $1 and non003, for $30. Clients participate in a comfortable group setting members $2. All are welcome. with support from our caring staff who provide recreational and liTTle owl family CirCle Free drop-in for preschool-age therapeutic activities. Space limited, so early registration recom- children and parents Mondays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Peace Lutheran mended to reserve a spot for your loved one. Please call Leslie or Church, 1204-30th Ave., Vernon. Check us out on Facebook. Lucia at 778-212-4046 in Vernon. Info., www.hometotheend.com an evening of yoga iS for everyone The evening unfolds with a simple breathing exercise, followed by a 45-minute easy The Bargain Bin holdS STore-wide half-priCe Sale yoga asana program. The next 20 minutes is an ancient mantra 3445 Pleasant Valley Rd., Armstrong Dec. 22 and 23. For more meditation which is done with music. A wonderful vegetarian meal information call 250-546-8813. is how we finish the evening. Everyone is welcome. Cost is by armSTrong ToaSTmaSTerS Meets Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., donation. Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m. at 3701-32nd Ave. (back entrance Heaton Place at 3093 Wright St. Come join us in learning comof church hall). For more info., email sunvalleyyoga@hotmail.com munication skills in a safe and friendly environment. Call Pat for yoga in The Chair ClaSSeS (& BreaThing exerCiSeS) more information, at 546-3276. Schubert Centre, Mondays 1 to 2 p.m. Improves energy, boosts Single friendS 60+ Weekly coffee meets Tuesdays 10 a.m. at immunity, healing, increases mobility and range of motion, flex- the food court, Village Green Centre. Come for coffee and pick up ibility and circulation, returns the body, mind and spirit to balance an activity list. Join us, there is no membership fee. Our group has and overall wellbeing. Everyone welcome! By donation. For more been meeting 13 years, we have fun and do all kinds of activities. info., e-mail blueeagleyoga@shaw.ca or visit blueeagleyoga.com Silver STar roTary CluB meeTS Tuesdays from 6:46 to BilliardS aT The halina SeniorS CenTre Monday 8 a.m. at the Village Green Hotel across from the Village Green through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. We are behind the Rec Centre, Centre. This is a fun, friendly, social club supporting local com3310-37 Ave. Cost: $2 a drop in or $5 for the month. Everyone 50+ munity and international service, and we are looking for new members. Everyone is welcome to come for a free breakfast. welcome! Info: 250-542-2877. armSTrong SeniorS aCTiviTy CenTre We are at 2520 monaShee ToaSTmaSTerS welcomes interested parties to Patterson Ave. Dances held the first Monday of each month 1:30 our Tuesday meetings in the Whitevalley Community Centre (2250 to 3:30 p.m. January to May and October to December. Crib and Shields Ave.) in Lumby. Meetings held the second and fourth bingo the second and fourth Monday of each month, 1 p.m. Info., Tuesdays of the month 7 to 8:30 p.m. Enhance your public speaking, listening and leadership skills while building your confidence call Joy at 250-546-8907. enderBy Cliff quilTerS meeT First, third and fifth Mondays in a supportive atmosphere. Want to challenge yourself and still from 1 to 4 p.m., we now meet at the Enderby Seniors Complex on have fun? Come to a meeting with no obligation and see for yourGeorge St. Bring your machine and sew on your individual project self: you don’t have to live in Lumby. Please contact Marena at or a group project. New members always welcome. For more info., 250-547-9572 or Mike at 250-547-9335 for more info. The lumBy arTiSTiC ConneCTionS is a weekly watercolour call Bonnie at 250-838-7024 or June at 250-838-5655. living wiTh a CompulSive gamBler? Someone you painting class (sometimes we do acrylics). Cost $10 per session. love have a gambling problem? Come to a Gam-Anon meeting Held every Tuesday noon to 4 p.m. at the Lumby Community Mondays 7 p.m. (except stat holidays) at Trinity Baptist Church, Hall (2250 Shields Ave.). Everyone welcome. Call Olena at 2501905 Springfield Rd., Kelowna, room 201, use south entrance. It is 547-8866 for info. worth the drive! Gam-Anon is a fellowship for all people affected The armSTrong lionS CluB Bingo every Tuesday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and bingo at 6:50 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall. by the gambling problem. TopS (Take off poundS SenSiBly) meeTS Mondays at aBoriginal infanT & early Childhood developFirst Baptist Church, 1406-32nd Ave. Weigh-in from 6 to 6:45 menT Free swimming Tuesdays from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Meet at the aquatp.m. with meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. All ages welcome. Call Joan at ic centre. For 250-542-9328 or Judy at 250-545-5491. Bingo in enderBy Mondays at 6 p.m., Enderby Seniors m o r e inf o . , Complex on George Street at 6 p.m.; 19 games. 5 4 2 Coda meeTS Mondays at noon at Vernon Alliance Church. The SChuBerT CenTre haS CardS Every day you can find 7578. at least one game of cards being played. Monday is pinochle from noon to 3 Okanagan p.m., Tuesday Equestrian Saturday, Thursday Dec 31, 2015 TICKETS CAN and Thursday is January 16, 2016 Society 7:00PM Roast Beef Dinner BE PURCHASED bridge 1 to 3:30 AT HALINA 8:00PM Midnight Dance Time: 1:00 pm p.m., crib 12:30 CENTRE Music by Treble Makers to 3:30 p.m. and BY DEC 23 Place: $20 per person 7 p.m., canasta Village Green Hotel noon to 3 p.m., 3310 - 37 Ave (behind Rec Centre) Wednesday is Vernon • 250-542-2877 New Members Welcome! Scrabble 10 to
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Long may yer big jib draw this New Year’s New fiddler helps to screech in 2016 when Cod Gone Wild presents A Newfoundland New Year’s Eve Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff
Our friends to the east in Newfoundland and Labrador have some special ways to celebrate the holidays. There’s mummering, where masked and costumed men and women go door to door, often armed with an accordion or fiddle, to spread some Christmas cheer. They are often invited into the kitchen for a slice of Figgy duff (pudding) or a jam jam (cookie), and maybe a small taste of the hard stuff known as screech. Then there’s the Jiggs’ dinner, otherwise known as a boiled dinner, consisting of salt beef, turnip, cabbage, potato, carrot, and the aforementioned Figgy duff, traditionally eaten on a Sunday, but also popular over the holidays. Andrew Mercer, who is originally from Bay Roberts, Nfld., and is now the front man of popular Vernon band Cod Gone Wild, knows all about these traditions and he is about to share some of them with his North Okanagan fans for New Year’s Eve. “I decided not to make the long trip home to Newfoundland for Christmas this year. Instead, as an attempt to stave off home sickness, I am bringing the tastes and sounds of down home to the North Okanagan,” said Mercer. Entitled A Newfoundland New
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Cod Gone Wild’s roy Kawano, sue aylard, Chad “rhino” Carter, and andrew mercer bring their Celtic -maritime music to okanagan College Vernon campus’ Kal View room for A Newfoundland New Year’s Eve Dec. 31. Year’s Eve, the event will consist of a formal dinner and a dance at Okanagan College Vernon campus’ Kal View room, overlooking Kalamalka Lake, Dec. 31. The evening will feature Newfoundland cocktails, a traditional Newfoundland Jiggs’ dinner (this one contains prime rib), catered by Basket Case Picnics, and, of course, music by Vernon’s own East Coast infused band Cod Gone Wild. The evening will also include various party favours (and per-
haps an ugly stick or two), a candy buffet from Anna’s Sweets and Treats and champagne at midnight. The Cods will also be introducing their newest band member to those attending. Susan “Sue” Aylard has already performed close to 20 shows on the road with the band since joining in late August. She replaced fiddler Anjuli Otter, who got married and moved to Saskatchewan in the summer. “Anjuli was with the band for
four years, was an amazing addition, and played a large role in the band’s success over that time. Her departure certainly left a void, some uncertainty, and unanswered questions around who was going to fill that void. Then along came Sue,” said Mercer. Already a member of the band Rough Pearl (formerly The Cats and the Fiddle), Aylard happened to catch a Cod Gone Wild show in Blind Bay at the Shuswap Lake Festival of the Arts this past July. Upon learning that the band was
looking for a new fiddle player, she contacted the Cods to set up an audition. Also a violinist with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, joining the Cods was a natural progression for an already accomplished violinist/fiddler, said Mercer. “Sue nailed the audition and is a true professional in every sense,” he said. “We are delighted to have her on board and we feel quite fortunate to have found someone locally to join us and represent our region as we travel and share our music.” Aylard started her violin studies before her third birthday at the Vancouver Academy of Music. During her studies throughout western Canada, she placed first in the senior division at the B.C. Festival of the Arts. Her Sabeon Trio twice competed at the National Music Competition. She has since travelled the world, performing in Sweden, Russia, Denmark, Mexico, the U.S. and Ireland, and in 2009, she received the prestigious Okanagan Arts Award for her contributions to the local music scene. Locals can catch her and Cod Gone Wild at A Newfoundland New Year’s Eve. Tickets are available at the Ticket Seller box office in the Vernon Performing Arts Centre, online at ticketseller.ca or by phoning 250-549-7469. Tickets for the dinner and dance are $85 each (only 150 are available) and doors open for cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the dance only are $40 each and doors open at 8:30 p.m. (only 40 available). For more information about the show visit www.codgonewild.com or for table reservations, email andrew@codgonewild.com.
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any of the greatest stories ever written are as vital and compelling as when their authors first put pen to paper. And these classic works, featuring some of the most unforgettable characters ever created, are still being printed today to meet an abiding demand among readers. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1885) by Mark Twain Peter Critchley is a complex masterpiece that works on multiple levels – a critical attribute that all great works of art share. It is at heart a riveting adventure tale. Huck, in flight from his murderous father, and Jim, in flight from slavery, pilot their raft thrillingly through treacherous,
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swirling waters. They survive a terrible crash with a steamboat, betrayal by rogues and a final threat from the bourgeoisie. The river flows through it all, rendered in rich detail by Twain, a former steamboat pilot. It is transformed into a vital entity that both infuses and drives the story. The author’s innovative use of the language in the book, drawing from the regional vernacular of the setting, is equally impressive. “The invention of this language, with all its implications, gave a new dimension to our literature,” Robert Penn Warren once noted. “It is a language capable of poetry.” The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is considered by many to be the first great American novel. Ernest Hemingway believed that all American literature flowed from this work. Part of the work’s inestimable charm is the wisdom and penetrating social criticism that surfaces in the seem-
ingly innocent observations of the uneducated Huck and the even-less-educated slave Jim. It is a seminal work that remains as meaningful and important as when Twain first wrote it. Les Misérables (1862) by Victor Hugo shares two major attributes with Twain’s masterpiece – it is a superb adventure story and an equally powerful social document. This riveting tale of convict Jean Valjean, a man struggling to escape his past and reaffirm his identity in a world brutalized by poverty and ignorance, served as a bible for the poor and oppressed. Today Les Misérables is considered a scholarly classic, despite being originally published and promoted as a popular romance novel. The novel vaulted Hugo onto the international stage, with the work being published in 40 different countries within a decade and later serving as the subject for numerous stage
and film productions. But the elite literary world still criticizes the work for long, rambling digressions, sentimentality and the frequent use of coincidence as a plot device. On the other hand, authors such as Tolstoy and Dostoevsky praised the work. In Tolstoy’s opinion, Hugo towered over his century as a model of the highest moral and artistic consciousness while Dostoevsky even compared him to Homer as a voice of spiritual regeneration. There is no question the humanitarian themes explored in the work are partly responsible for the success of Les Misérables. But ultimately it is the engaging adventures of Jean Valjean, the hero of the work, that lie at the heart of the novel’s enduring appeal.
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City and Colour to play Kelowna City and Colour, led by acclaimed Canadian singer, songwriter and performer Dallas Green, has announced a Canadian tour for 2016. It will kick off at Kelowna’s Prospera Place June 2. The tour, in support of City and Colour’s latest album If I Should Go Before You, wraps up in Montreal on June 20. Supporting City and Colour on the tour is Austin’s Shakey Graves. This is the band’s first major national tour since 2014, which saw City and Colour headline its biggest venues to date, including a sold-out show at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto. If I Should Go Before You recently debuted at #1 in Canada, and debuted at #16 on the Billboard 200 Chart in the U.S. Tickets for City and Colour’s performance in Kelowna are now on sale and cost $35 to $65 at selectyourtickets.com or call (250) 762-5050.
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There are two main types of calcium supplements used today. Calcium carbonate is less expensive and depends on stomach acid for best absorption. Take these with meals. Calcium citrate, the more expensive form, is absorbed well when taken with or without food. Keep a list of all the medications you take with you at all times. This list should contain all prescribed medications, non-prescription medications and herbal products. Many people don’t include vitamins and herbal products on this list but they can be important in assessing your health. Side effects can happen with medications. Most are minor and self-limiting. Examples include nausea, drowsiness and skin rashes. Side effects can ahppen when certain drugs are mixed with others. Alcohol is a good example of the ‘other’ drug. As your pharmacists, we will inform you of any side effects that may affect your quality of life. Good habits to cultivate for 2015 include taking your medications correctly, daily exercise, not smoking, moderate alcohol consumption and eating sensibly to keep your weight in control. These habits all contribute to a healthier life. There is another habit we would like you to keep ... having our pharmacists fill your prescriptions. The side effects of this service are only positive. Have a happy and safe holiday season.
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Arts The classic of all classics Continued from A32 War and Peace (1869) by Leo Tolstoy is a Russian national epic and often lauded as the greatest novel ever written. The scope of the work is utterly spellbinding. It focuses broadly on Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in 1812 and follows three of the bestknown characters in literature: Pierre Bezukhov, the illegitimate son of a count who is fighting for his inheritance and yearning for spiritual fulfillment; Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, who leaves his family to fight in the war against Napoleon, and Natasha Rostov, the beautiful, daughter of a nobleman who intrigues both men. As Napoleon’s army invades and pillages, the author vividly follows
characters from widely diverse backgrounds as they struggle with the challenges and problems unique to their era, history and culture. Readers can certainly be forgiven if they find it terribly difficult to read a poor translation of the epic. This is a crucial element that can greatly affect the reading experience, particularly with a novel of such scope written in Russian. Unfortunately, almost every translation of this novel is mediocre at best and sometimes even stultifying. But one excellent translation is available. The translating team of Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky paid absolute fidelity to the language of Tolstoy to produce a wonderfully fresh and readable
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translation that substantially stands out from all other versions. “The Russian language is the real hero of Tolstoy’s masterpiece; it is the voice of truth,” said Orlando Figes in a 2007 review published in The New York Times. “The Englishspeaking world is indebted to these two magnificent translators, Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, for revealing more of its hidden riches than those who have tried to translate the book before.” These three great works, as well as numerous other classic works, are available at your Okanagan Regional Library branch. Visit www.orl.bc.ca.
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Santa greets visitors in Chennai, India. in his late 30s when he came to Goa as a missionary in 1542. A decade later, while sailing to China, he fell ill and was taken to the nearest Chinese island where he died. Xavier was buried in a coffin filled with lime to speed decomposition so his bones could be picked up when the ship sailed back months later. But when exhumed, his body is said to have been “as fresh as the day it was buried.” Physicians could find no explanation. Periodic opening of the coffin showed no deterioration for years. Then desiccating and darkening skin was reported, again for no apparent reason. Xavier was canonized in 1622 for his tireless work with the poor, sick and imprisoned and the “miracle” that his body somehow escaped being reduced to dust. The first exposition took
It is barely noon when Santa greets us and a choir sings Silent Night in the lobby of our five-star hotel. And it’s a sheer delight to find roast turkey with all the trimmings on the hotel’s supper buffet. The next day, we are ready to re-visit our favourite Chennai spots. The Pondy Bazaar area is a blast. People line up outside Hindu temples and the ubiquitous flower-garland shops do a brisk business. Further along the road, shops sell everything from foodstuffs, to bargain clothing, to gold jewelry. Our next venture involves a tooth-rattling tuk-tuk ride which ends in a screeching stop. We have arrived. Chennai’s urban Marina Beach is the same as it was years ago – fully dressed locals (nary an
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INDIA - Fishermen in from their catch reset their nets. The Arabian Sea laps at our feet as we walk along the creamcoloured sand. All around us are frolicking vacationers. Colva Beach in Goa is traditionally included in our India visits and we remember it well. Being that this is the Christmas holiday season, festive splashes dot the small resort town — a Santa here, a deckedout tree there. Our intention to do as little as possible for two weeks is adhered to as if it were law. In our mellow state, the most taxing decisions are where to dine, whether it’s morning or evening beach time or a dip in the ocean or resort pool. An exception is visiting Old Goa, the capital during Portuguese colonial times, which has husband Rick spouting, “Is this not the strangest thing we have ever done around Christmas?” “Yes,” I respond, “but how can we miss seeing the relics of St. Francis Xavier when they are only in exposition for six weeks every 10 years, drawing millions of pilgrims.” The compound has high security check points, armed military and hundreds of volunteers to steer the masses. As we shuffle along in the lengthy outdoor queue the saint’s story swirls through my mind. Francis Xavier was
place in 1782. We enter the cavernous Se Cathedral and file past the silver trimmed glass casket. The feet, one hand (the other was sent to Rome long ago) and head remain exposed – these extremities in dark brown solidity have fingernails and toenails; scalp-hair frames facial features still visible after 462 years. It’s a spinechilling, yet intoxicating experience to be among the throng of emotionally charged devotees. Back at Colva Beach on Christmas Eve, Jingle Bells rings out from speakers of our favourite restaurant as we feast on masala-butter chicken. Up early on Christmas morning, we’re off to the airport for our short flight to Chennai in Tamil Nadu state.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder A DOUBLE MAY SUGGEST A BAD TRUMP BREAK Ron Klinger from Australia is a leading teacher, writer and player. He has probably lost count of both the number of times he has represented his country and the number of books he has written. His latest work is “Playing Doubled Contracts” (Weidenfeld & Nicolson). Klinger packs a lot of material into a short space. There are 58 quiz questions and answers in 96 pages. In today’s diagram, look only at the auction and the NorthSouth hands. Against four spades doubled, West leads heart king and continues with the heart queen. East overtakes with his ace and shifts to a low club. How
would you plan the play? East’s pre-empt was in the modern style - open high with a long suit and a weak hand, almost regardless of suit quality and vulnerability. Unless you are sacrificing, a double often tells you that the trumps are breaking badly. This can help you with the play - as here. What can West have for his double but all four trumps? Suppose you run the club to dummy’s 10, cross to your hand with a diamond, and lead the spade two. If West crazily plays his four, cover with dummy’s five. A rational West will put in his spade 10, thinking this assures him of two trump tricks. However, you can endplay West. You must reduce your trump length. Win with
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The Vernon Veterinary Clinic has an opening for a full time VETERINARY HOSPITAL ASSISTANT. Technical training or previous Veterinary Clinic experience a must. We are seeking a warm, caring, motivated individual to join our fabulous team. d.a Multi-tasking and accuracy is essential. lleare fiWe beenwith s practice a h n o ti s modern, fast paced, growing digital o The p pplied. who x-ray, laser therapy, ultrasound andain-house e s o th to s Thankequipment. This full time position will diagnostic be available February 2016. Please send resumes to vernonvets@shaw.ca or fax: 250-542-1772 Attention: Annette Farkas
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Heinz and Rosmarie Schar (above left and right), of the Vernon Elks, donate $1,500 to Bruce Mackie, of the Lumby Food Bank, and $1,000 to Marg Bailey, of the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation, as well as $1,000 to the Okanagan Humane Society (not pictured). Below, Susan Camponi (left) and Elaine Toop (right), of the Vernon Elks, donate $1,000 to Dan, Brynne and Thomas Francescutti, of Boy Scouts, and $1,000 to Melanie and Brooke Francescutti, of the Girl Guides.
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ear Santa, we just thought we would drop you a quick note to make sure you know that at Vernon Fire Rescue Services we have really tried our best to be good this year. We have worked hard at keeping people and their property safe from fire while still being diligent with our training. We have tirelessly pried apart the twisted metal of countless motor vehicle accidents and still took the time to check people’s smoke alarms. We have travelled far and wide throughout our city and given the message of fire safety to all that would listen and just in case you were wondering, we were relentless in teaching the young and the old the value of Stop, Drop and Roll. So, this Christmas, Santa, we at VFRS are really hoping that we have at least been good enough for you to grant us just one wish. It’s Lawrie Skolrood not expensive or too hard to obtain. Our wish is only that along with enjoying the magic of the holidays, people will take the time to be careful and safe. It’s not always that easy and there is a lot to remember so here is our “how to” list from the Canada Safety Council: Driving Drivers and pedestrians: Watch out for each other and keep an eye on where you are going. Pedestrians: Wear light or high visibility clothing so you can be seen when walking on or crossing roads at night. Do not drink and drive; and plan for a safe way
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to get home. Make sure your vehicle is winterized and has the proper winter tires. The Christmas Tree Get a freshly cut tree. It will stay green longer and be less of a fire hazard. Try to pick a tree with a strong green colour and noticeable fragrance. Place the tree in a stand that will hold 2 to 3 litres of water and top it up daily. If the water drops below the trunk, the stem may reseal itself, requiring a fresh cut. Use a tree stand that has widespread legs for better balance. Do not set your tree up near a heat source such as a radiator, television, fireplace, heating duct or sunny window. It should not block doors or windows. Never use lighted candles on the tree. Remove the tree within 10 to 14 days. After that amount of time in a heated building, even the freshest tree can start to dry out. Do not use electric light strings/sets on metallic trees. A faulty system could energize the tree. Turn off all tree and display lights before retiring for the night or before leaving the house. Candles and Fireplaces Place candles away from absolutely anything that could catch fire. Never leave burning candles unattended. Burn them only when a responsible adult is overseeing the flame. Put candles in sturdy holders on a stable surface, well away from drafts, curtains, children and pets. Snuff them out before leaving the room or going to sleep. Never burn gift wrappings, boxes, cartons, or other types of packing in the fireplace. They burn too rapidly and generate far too much heat. Don’t hang Christmas stockings from the mantel when the fireplace is in use. Always use a screen in front of the fireplace to protect against flying sparks. Never use gasoline or any other flammable liquids to start a fire. Use only seasoned and dried wood. Never leave the fire unattended or let it smoulder. Clean the ashes regularly. Place the ashes in a metal container and store outside away from flammable materials. Don’t use Christmas trees for firewood. Decorations Choose decorations that are flame-retardant, non-combustible and non-conductive. If there are young children or pets in your home, avoid very small decorations. Avoid using angel hair (glass wool) together with spray-on snowflakes. This combination is highly combustible. Do not use metallic ornaments on the tree. If they make contact with defective wiring they could become a shock hazard. Use Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certified light strings/sets. There is often a tendency to overload wall outlets during the holiday season. This is an unsafe practice and should be avoided even for short durations. Inspect all cords before using. Make sure they are CSA certified. Look for loose connections or frayed or exposed wire. Discard any defective cords. Read the labels and manufacturer’s instructions to ensure proper use. The holidays are a time for fun, friends and family. Please help us keep it that way. Have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. Yours Sincerely, Vernon Fire Rescue Services Lawrie Skolrood is deputy chief with Vernon Fire Rescue Services.
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Residents of Canterbury Court present $2,000 to North Okanagan Hospice Society board members Guy Morazain (bottom left) and Jaron Chasca (back right) and executive director Ruth Edwards (bottom right). The residents raised the funds through the sale of their homemade crafts, baked goods, art and more.
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Holiday Refuse Pickups - Silver Star Road / Foothills
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If you are located on Silver Star Rd or the Foothills and your regular garbage collection day falls on Christmas Day or New Year’ Day, garbage pickup will occur the day before (Thursday) for these two collection days only.
The City of Vernon Hours of Operation During the Holiday Season will be as follows: Bylaw offices will be closed December 25th and December 26th but will have staff on December 31st and January 1st in order to serve the public. Bylaw Compliance Officers will be on duty. Tickets may be paid online @ www.vernon.ca or at any downtown drop box located on 30th Avenue. Building Inspection Requests can be made by phoning 250-550-3592.
City Hall / Community Services Building Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
21 OPEN
22 OPEN
23 OPEN
24 OPEN
Month
2014
Boxing Day
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
30 OPEN
31 OPEN
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
8:30 am to 2:00 pm
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
29 OPEN
Sunday
Monday
3 CLOSED
4 OPEN
Council Meeting Calendar
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Operations
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday
26 25 CLOSED CLOSED Christmas Day
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
27 28 CLOSED CLOSED
Friday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
8:30 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday
1 2 CLOSED CLOSED New Year’s Day
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday!
After hours emergency 250-542-5361
Committee of the Whole of Council Monday, January 11, 2016 • 8:40 am Monday, January 25, 2016 • 8:40 am
Regular Open Meeting of Council Monday, January 11, 2016 • 1:30 pm Monday, January 25, 2016 • 1:30 pm
Public Hearing
Monday, January 11, 2016 • 5:30 •
5001 - 27th Avenue Rezoning Amendment Bylaw #5578, 2015
•
4404 - 24th Street Rezoning Amendment Bylaw #5579, 2015
•
7343 Okanagan Landing Road Rezoning Amendment Bylaw #5580, 2015
All Meetings of Council are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall. If you require further information, please contact Patricia Bridal, Director Corporate Services.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
21 OPEN
22 OPEN
23 OPEN
24 OPEN
Boxing Day
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
30 OPEN
31 OPEN
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
7:30 am to 2:00 pm
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
29 OPEN
Sunday
Monday
3 CLOSED
4 OPEN
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday
26 25 CLOSED CLOSED Christmas Day
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
27 28 CLOSED CLOSED
Friday
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
7:30 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday
1 2 CLOSED CLOSED New Year’s Day
A48 Sunday, December 20, 2015 - The Morning Star
www.vernonmorningstar.com
Vernon
Under $10,000 Clearance Sale
KIA
2002 Nissan Sentra
2007 Honda Civic
Clearance Price
Clearance Price
215274A
4,000
$
7,000
5,000
*
2002 Chevy Trailblazer
215239B
$
P427
$
*
2003 Ford Windstar Clearance Price
2009 Kia Rio
P278
6,000
$
*
8,000
$
216069A
*
Clearance Price
7,000
$
2009 Nissan Cube
2008 Ford Focus
2007 Suzuki XL7
Clearance Price
Clearance Price
Clearance Price
216153B
8,000
$
215174A
*
P391A
8,000
$
*
*
2007 Pontiac Torrent
P414A
Clearance Price
Clearance Price
*
8,000
$
*
VERNONKIA.CA KIA Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles come standard with the following features: 1 2 3 4
D#30973
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VERNON KIA - SERVICE IS OUR
135 Point Inspection Report Four Free Oil Changes 30 Day/2,000 Km Exchange Privilege at Selling Dealer CarProofÂŽ History Report Graduate Bonus (for applicable customers)
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* Vehicles not exactly as illustrated. See dealer for details
* First time buyer program on select new 2015 models who take delivery before December 31, 2015. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers and payments are subject to change without notice. All pricing does not include delivery and destination fees up to $1,715. Taxes are excluded. Licensing, registration insurance and dealer fees, fuel charges up to $100, and down payment are not included. Documentation fee $495 to all vehicles new and used. New vehicles $100 a/c battery $25 batt/tire levy. Lease and finance offers are on approved credit certain conditions apply. OAC on select models for 24 months ** See dealer.