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Submitted by Bev Iglesias hase Lions will hold • 11:30 am: Egg Hunt in the our third annual Easter Park with age groups 0 - 5; 6 - 9; Event at Memorial Park 10 & up on Sunday, March 27, from • 12:00 am - 3:00 pm: Hot 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. dogs, juice, coffee, popcorn Come for the hot dogs, drinks, • 1:30 pm: Easter Bonnet Easter egg hunt and goodie contest bags. • 1:00 - 3:00 pm: Easter Games Here is the itinerary for kids. for the event: There will also be a free draw • 11:00 am: Bike parade around for two Easter Baskets. Memorial Park, with prizes for So pack up the family and join 1st place and runner ups. Ages the Lions for a fun day at the 0 - 6 years (stroller or bikes) & beach. Remember to bring your 7 years & up (bikes) lawn chairs.
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well as the building, Heinrich explained. While the decision was announced on March 8th, it had actually been made during an incamera session on February 8th, a practice Heinrich explains is normal. “The Council is permitted under legislation to make those decisions in closed meetings before they become known to the public,” Heinrich said. Heinrich said Council only needs to seek public input regarding the matter, if a loan is require to purchase the asset. Continued on page 7...
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Easter Egg Hunt In Chase
The Village of Chase will be the proud owners the curling rink after taking over the club’s line of credit. It was revealed at the March 8th council meeting, that the Village will be taking over the line of credit held by the curling association. While the cost is approximately $100,000, Joni Heinrich, Chief Administrative Officer for the Village said, the total value of the package is worth approximately $500,000. “We will be gaining a much greater asset than what we are paying for it,” Heinrich said. The Village will own the land as
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Bingo at Lakeview Community Centre, Anglemont, B.C. begins on first Sunday, April 3, 2016, 2:30 - 5:00 pm, doors open 2:00 pm (except May 1, 2016) it continues on June 5, 2016 and forward, check your calendar. Bingo Licence: “82087”. For more info contact: Suzanne 250-679-2614 Chase Minor Baseball registration forms are out. Pick up at Tru Hardware, Miller’s Cabin, or the schools. Contact meegkennedy@yahoo.ca for more info Indoor Community Garage Sale. March 26th from 9am-2pm. Hot dogs & snacks by Chase Skate Park Society! Tables $15. Contact Natalie Jones Rushworth. 778-2579989 or hottalie@gmail.com Team Chase is having their 6th Pink Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament on May 1st 2016. This is very popular event and the spots fill up very quickly. If interested in golfing, donating, sponsoring or volunteering please contact Diana @ 250679-3484. The Celista Coffee House Concert Series - Live Entertainment Please note our NEW date for the coffee house: 3rd Saturday of the month Oct to May at the North Shuswap Community Hall, Celista. Set up @ 5:30 Pot Luck Dinner @ 6:00 - $4 admission. Doors open at 7:00pm. Open mic - 7:309PM Feature Act to follow, refreshments. If you like live music, you will love our Coffee House Concert Series! 250 679 2174. Coffee House Jam Session at Adams Lake gym, Saturday March 26th CANCELLED Chase Carving Club. Guys and gals carvers welcome. All types of carving in the round – bark, relief and chip carving. Sessions take place at Creekside Seniors on Thurs mornings at 9:00 a.m. FMI call Dave – 682-7752. For info/hours phone 250-679-3536
MARCH 25TH LEGION WILL BE CLOSED
APRIL 3RD GIANT CRIB 10:45
APRIL 5TH FREE MEAT DRAW 4 - 6:30 PM POOL 3:30 PM
Zumba Gold every Monday morning at 9 am at the Chase fire hall. Zumba every Friday morning 6:45 at the Chase fire hall For more info text or phone 778-220-3588
The Museum needs volunteers! If you have a green thumb and would love the opportunity to putter in a garden please call Diana 679-8847. You can tend to the garden on your own schedule it would entail pruning, weeding and feel free to add heritage plants! Also seeking people to help with the ongoing processing of the artifacts. p Pra Whether you can come once per week or Shuswa even 2x per month. Every little bit helps. The North Shuswap Players Present “Jenny’s House of Joy” by Norm Foster at the Lakeview Community Centre in Anglemont, B.C. Matinees are April 28, May 1 and May 8 at 1:30 p.m. and evenings are April 29, 30, May 6 and 7 at 7:00 p.m. It’s cute, it’s naughty, it’s funny, it’s sexy. FMI and tickets please call June 250-9552913 or Annie 250-679-4072 The 16th Annual Shuswap Music Festival runs April 18-29 at several venues in Salmon Arm. Adjudicated sessions for band, choir, vocal, piano and strings are open to everyone, donations appreciated. Gala Concert featuring the “Best of the Fest” is on Friday, April 29, 7PM at the 1st United Church, Salmon Arm. Admission: $10/person, $20/family. Info and schedules online: www.ShuswapFestival.com. Creekside Center Activities: • Mon 8:30 - Exercise Classes • Wed & Fri - 9 am - Exercise Classes • Monday 1 pm - Canasta & Snooker. & Bridge. Try a new game. Lessons given. • Tuesday 1 pm - Bingo • Wed 1 pm - Snooker & canasta • Wed 7 pm Jam Session Call Ella at 6793375. • Thur 9 am - Wood Carving. Call Dave 6827752. • Thurs 10 am - Carpet Bowling. • Friday 1 pm - Cribbage. • 2nd Friday every month - Mini Crib. Signup at 10:30 start 11 am.
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Holy Thurday - 7 pm • Good Friday - 3 pm Saturday Vigil - 8 pm • Easter Sunday - 9 am
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Five Times the Fun! Submitted by Terri Stewart, Community Liaison, Village of Chase
The Chase Community Pentathlon 2016 Thank you to all participants and the was a big hit volunteers with 12 teams that made the participating event such a on Saturday, success. Jack March 19th. Bowden, Inky Curling and Whally, Brent carpet bowling Chamberlain, took place at the Linda Sedwich, Chase Curling Marcie Pickle, Club with the Val Atcheson, crib, dart, and Dale Robinson, mystery event Carmen, Grace at the Chase The winning “Eh Team” with Tiffany and Darren Fox, Darren Legion. Mindel, Jodi Pittendreigh, Andrea Stelter, and Lyle Coates Special thank Gibson and you to the Sharon Mindel. Creekside Senior Centre for stepping Donations will be made to Creekside up at the last minute and donating Seniors, the Curling Club, and the Legion and transporting the carpet bowling for the use of the equipment and facilities. equipment. See everyone next year!
THE VILLAGE’S VOICE By Tammi Pretty, Deputy Corporate Officer, Village of Chase Tradeshow Table Lottery As a platinum sponsor of the Shuswap Experience Tradeshow being held May 7, 2016 we are able to offer 3 tables to not-for-profit user groups. In order to keep it fair we are holding a lottery for the tables. If your organization is interested in being part of this exciting venture please submit your details to us no later than April 5th at noon. We will be making the draw on April 6th. Rain Barrels As a resident of the TNRD you are able to pre-order a rain barrel at the reduced price of $55. Orders must be placed by April 15th and be picked up at the Green Living Expo on April
30th at the Sandman Centre in Kamloops. To pre-order visit www.enviroworld.ca/kamloops Grants for Non-profit organizations BC Interior Community Foundation is accepting grant applications online until April 1st. They support community based programs in the areas of arts and culture, health and welfare, seniors and heritage, youth and education, children and families, and the environment and recreations. Visit their website at www.bcicf.ca Contact: Mail to PO Box 440; Chase, BC, V0E 1M0 in person at 826 Okanagan Ave by email to dco@chasebc.ca
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Doctor Recruitment
Interior Health Authority (IHA) has determined that Chase should have a compliment of 4.0 positions for Doctors. The Chase Medical Clinic is under the care of Dr. C. Barnard, Dr. C. Ferguson and Dr. A. Redel. All 3 doctors have full practices. There is more demand for medical services than can be met by our 3 physicians and currently there is a wait list. The Chase Clinic has formed a task force designed specifically to recruit a fourth doctor for the practice. Our Doctor Recruitment Team consists of 6 people with degree of knowledge of our past medical and community history, plus a member of Village Council. We believe it is possible to successfully recruit a suitable Doctor within 2016. In our efforts to do so, we have joined with IHA to post this vacancy to reach as broad a spectrum of candidates as possible. The issue of a Doctor shortage affects everyone in our area. If you know of a physician who might be interested in this type of General Practice, or if you have some specific information you feel would assist with our search, we welcome your input. Reach us by email at sarah.chaseclinic@gmail.com or by leaving a message for Sarah Turgeon-O’Brien at 679-1420
Letter to the Editor Trash Talk
This letter is directed to anyone who drives down VLA Road, especially those heading west. This morning while walking the section from the sharp turn to the train tracks, I picked up numerous pieces of litter on the river side of the road. Most articles were from fast food outlets, beer cans, and other miscellaneous items. I'm assuming that those who throw out this stuff do it to keep their vehicles clean and tidy--do they think that because
The early spring weather means many of us are spending more time outside. We aren’t the only ones enjoying the unseasonable warmth - the change in weather also brings out ticks – small bugs that feed on the blood of humans and animals and can sometimes transmit disease. Ticks are most often found in tall grass and wooded areas, so covering up before you head outdoors and checking for ticks on yourself, your children, and your pets after being outdoors, are simple things that go a long way to prevent tick bites.
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there are no homes in this stretch of the road, no one sees this litter or cares about it? There are many walkers, joggers, and cyclists who use VLA Road; I am sure that part of their enjoyment comes from the beautiful surroundings. Please think twice before opening your window and chucking out unwanted items--take them home for recycling or put them in your own garbage can so that we can continue to enjoy our local road. Thanks, A. Grube
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“The most common tick species in the Interior Health region is the Wood Tick (Dermacentor andersoni), which is not known to carry the Lyme disease bacteria, said Dr. Silvina Mema, Medical Health Officer with Interior Health. “The Wood Tick can carry other diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, although it is very rare. Some ticks also have toxins that can cause temporary muscle weakness and paralysis but the symptoms fade once the tick is removed.”
Needed: Healthy Kidneys By Kelsey Snelgrove
What can you do in two minutes? Perhaps scroll through some photos on Facebook or scan through news headlines. Or you could take the time to register to become an organ donor at www.transplant.bc.ca. 95% of British Columbians support organ donation, but only 20% of people in BC have actually registered their decision. 75% of 4500 Canadians on the organ waiting list are in need of kidneys. Kidney Foundation volunteers
in Chase took donations throughout March, which was Kidney Month. The volunteers would like to express gratitude to the community: “Thank you everyone who has donated to the Kidney Foundation campaign this month, held at Safety Mart, the Post Office, and at your door. The winners of the little draw at the post office were P. Parton, J. Walker and E. Folland. Anyone wishing to donate online may do so at kidney.ca/bc”.
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IT'S ALL ABOUT VOLUNTEERS!! Submitted by Chase Lions Club
Since 1990, the Chase Lions have donated $26,715.68 in 2015 and 2162 volunteer $53,000.00 hours. Many supporting events were departments held in the within Royal community this I n l a n d year in support of Hospital. Four local groups who departments reached out for were pledged this Lions help. year including, The Chase pediatrics, Lions RV Park c a r d i o l o g y, was administered mental health, through Lions and emergency. volunteer hours, Kamloops making it possible is also striving to help many to make o r g a n i z at i o n s improvements and citizens of President of Chase Lions Club, Beverley Iglesias in technology our community. presents a cheque for $2,000.00 to Royal Inland to breast Chase Lions Club Hospital Foundation Chief Executive Officer Heidi services; with a Coleman. wants to thank health initiative the Community to provide of Chase for their women with rapid access to coordinated continued support! breast cancer diagnostic testing with one Without the generous citizens who appointment at one location – reducing support our events, the wait time for diagnosis and treatment donations back to help of breast cancer. Although Kamloops does others would not be not have a centre for breast health, they are possible. We are strong, continuing to raise funds to streamline the proud and celebrating diagnostic process. 50 years in CHASE! Chase Lions are proud supporters THANK YOU!!! of community functions, giving back
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Buckets benefit skate park Miller’s Cabin (formerly Naramada Downtown) in Chase goes through a lot of ice cream throughout the summer, which leads to a lot of empty ice cream buckets. The store sold off stacks of the empty ice cream buckets to folks who wanted them for storage or other uses, and donated the money, totalling $235.00 to the Chase & District Skate Park Society. The Society would like to thank Miller’s Cabin for their generosity!
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Crime rate high: RCMP encourages reporting of ALL incidents Chase thefts are at a peak and the Chase RCMP are taking the matter seriously. While A/SGT. Gord Sauer has not analyzed the statistics in reporting, he has noted that the areas theft and break-in rate generally tends to follow peaks and valleys, high points and low points. “Chase, right now, has above average reports of thefts and break-ins being reported,” Sauer stated. “That said, we do not believe all incidents are being reported, and we do greatly encourage they all are, no matter how mundane it may seem.” Sauer noted that reporting anything that might seem strange or suspicious can possibly help aid their case. “A break-in to residence on March 16th was reported right away, around
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by Cavelle Layes midnight,” Sauer said. “In which case, the Chase police were able to attend in prompt fashion and located a male who was identified as the suspect in the breakin, and was then arrested.” “He was taken before a judge in the Kamloops court and subsequently released,” Sauer said. “The police have current monitoring conditions on him to ensure that he is complying, allowing police to keep close tabs on him and we are doing that.” Sauer noted that one of the harder aspects of cases such as these is obtaining enough evidence to hold up in court. He again stressed the importance of community members coming forward with their reports. “We encourage the public to report anything and everything that is suspicious to the police,” Sauer said. “At this current time it seems Dodge vehicles are being primarily targeted,” he said, adding the trucks are mostly late 90’s and 2000 model trucks. Sauer was not able to speculate what the stolen trucks are being used for, but explained that in many cases such as this, it is simply a means to get from point A to point B. While police are trying to follow up all the information reported to them, they ask that the community tries to help as well. “Take extra measures to keep your property in a state less likely to be stolen,” Sauer said, noting that if it is harder to be stolen, the thief might pass them up. “Some people are removing their vehicle batteries overnight,” Sauer said, “or parking their other vehicles in behind their Dodge trucks to make it harder.” Sauer acknowledge the fear some Chase residents are experiencing at night as a result of the
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local break-ins. He again stressed the importance of calling in any signs that something might be off, as soon as it is happening. There are also a number of ways residents can help make themselves feel more secure. “The first thing people need to do to protect themselves is ensure doors and windows are locked and secured,” Sauer said, noting that most cases of break-ins have been a result of easy access. “Simply locking a door can prevent a crime. Further steps such as installing alarms and lighting things up at night is a definite deterrent as well.” Sauer confirmed they are putting every effort out to catch the source(s) of the crime hike. However, a shortage of staffing has made their job difficult, and has prevented them from approaching the situation the way they would ideally like to. “The Chase detachment has not been able to provide any increase in patrols,” Sauer said. “It has remained the same over winter season, do to unfortunate circumstances, including shortage in staffing.” “That is increasing the difficulty in targeting the criminals more active at night.” Sauer said. If community members are concerned about the staffing shortage within the Chase detachment, Sauer explained reaching out to the local government would be the best option. “Essentially our police services are a matter of what comes down to public interest,” he explained. “That public interest can be voiced through local parliament, including MLAs. That would most likely be a proper venue to voice concerns about that.” Sauer said Chase RCMP are keeping tabs on the new Chase Neighborhood Watch Facebook page. Overall, the department believes the efforts made there to be positive ones. “Essentially there is always a positive in having open communication lines,” Sauer said. “The Chase RCMP do not necessarily have a position whether [the Facebook page] is good or bad, but the sharing of info is always positive. ”
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Curling Arena Village’s Now
“If the municipality needs to borrow money to acquire the property, they need to go out to the tax payers,” she said. “If they do not need to get a loan, they don’t need to and can make the decision in a closed meeting.” While this purchase wasn’t originally in the budget, Heinrich said they were able to shuffle some things around to make it fit. “This item was one of the reasons the budget has been delayed,” Heinrich said. The Village staff were able to move some things off of the five-year-plan and place them on the six and seven-year-plan, Heinrich said. Capital items deferred to the 2021 budget to free up funds to purchase the curling rink outright were: New Rescue Truck ($80,000), Communications Equipment Upgrade for Fire Department ($68,000), Memorial Park Beach Volleyball Court ($30,000), Mountain Sheep Park/Rock Wall ($30,000). The curling club has been struggling for a number of years as membership numbers have been declining. “They lost some members to other clubs because they weren’t sure if there would even be a club in the future,” Heinrich said. “I do not think that curling has become any more or less popular,” Heinrich said. “People are still interested and with school kids involved it is great because they will talk about it with their friends
and parents and in the community, creating even more buzz.” The Council hopes that a number of other factors might help with the success of the curling club in the future as well. “There is a subdivision plan coming in for the old ball field on Aylmer road,” Heinrich said. “The subdivision will generate more interest in all recreation activities over the next few years, including the curling club.” There will be some changes coming in the future in regards to the curling rink, now that the Village will own it. However, for the most part, things will remain the same. The Village will now be in charge of the cost of maintenance and upkeep for the curling rink building and land, however, Village staff will be working with the association to put a proper fund in place and help them to generate money for this purpose. The curling club had applied for a grant this year but are still waiting to hear if they will receive it. Heinrich said, now that the club will be owned by the Village, they will be eligible to access many grants, which will also hopefully generate some more money. “Memberships are about the same as last year,” Heinrich said, “but there have been additional people participating and using the club than last year, for different types of programs.”
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by Cavelle Layes There is a new face at the Chase as how and why people travel. With Chamber of Commerce and Information the dollar being so high in the United Centre, and she has high hopes for the States, she understands that there are future. more people looking to travel close to Brenda Murray, the new manager of home, within the Canadian boarders. the Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Murray would like to make Chase one Centre, had her first day on Feb. 28 and of the destinations vacationers are has been enjoying it ever since. Murray putting on their list. said that while she has been doing a lot Getting more tourists in the area of learning the last few weeks, she has means that there would be more really been enjoying it. possibilities for money to be spent Murray has spent 34-years working in here. Murray even notes simple acts, the hospitality businesses where she such as directing people to restaurants picked up many skills and developed within the Village when they stop in to connections she looks forwards to ask questions in the visitors centre, or using in her new role. some must see shops in town. While she was born and raised in Murray believes Chase is a beautiful Chase, Murray spent the last 30 years scenic area, with plenty to offer, and living in Revelstoke before moving she wants to make it her job to ensure back in Oct. During that time she often everyone knows we are here. visited the area, a noticed how busy it The visitor centre will be open on gets during the summer seasons. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays Murray hopes to be able to use the from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.. Their summer tourist traffic in new ways, to boost hours will kick in on April 1, when they local economy, as well as use some will be open from Monday to Friday of her U.S. connections to drive more from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. tourists to the area. These hours will be extended to seven After working in two major hotels in days a week from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Revelstoke for about 30 years, she has once students have been hired. learned to recognize trends, as well
Police Find Suspect Living in Chase
by Cavelle Layes A man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant “Further investigation revealed the acfor a homicide was arrested in Chase last cused had advertised himself as handyman Monday, after living in the area for years “Bob the Builder” in the local newspaper,” under a fake alias. stated an Edmonton Police media release. Gordon Shaw, 61, was taken into custody “Chase RCMP were not made aware of his without incident on March 14. presence in the community until the day Shaw, better known in Chase under his of the arrest,” A/SGT. Gord Sauer, Chase alias Bob Stenton, was charged with second RCMP, said. degree murder in August 2011 for the death “The South East District General Invesof 70-year-old Robert Anderson. tigation Section aided Edmonton Police Edmonton Police Services’ investigation Services in their investigation,” Sauer said. led homicide detectives to Port Alberni, “Chase RCMP’s role was small.” BC, where Shaw was arrested and charged Sauer explained that it is normal proceon Aug. 19, 2011 with the assistance of Port dure for the South East GIS to take on a case Alberni RCMP. like this, rather than the Chase detachment. After Shaw failed to attend court on Sept. He also noted the Kelowna stationed GIS is 9, 2014, EPS issued a warrant for his arrest. technically part of the Chase department. He was believed to have no fixed address The EPS media release stated that Shaw and led a transient lifestyle. appeared in Kamloops court last Tuesday, After the EPS Homicide Section worked March 15 and was remanded into custody. persistently for years to located Shaw, they Shaw will be transferred to Edmonton were led to believe he was living in Chase where he will await trial in the Court of under his new alias. Queen’s Bench.
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Pin Chatter:
News from the Bowling Alley
by Calyn Buresh The 70th Annual Interior go Kelly, way to go! The mixed event is Championships have come to an end. where Chase really showed everyone who We all had an exceptionally great time is boss, bowling absolutely extraordinary competing in Vernon and Kelowna this and placing second in their division. past weekend. Team Chase had one of its “They all bowled absolutely amazing. I best years yet! myself was shocked With seventeen teams competing that they didn’t from all across the Interior, Village place first. There’s no Lanes placed fourth overall! Our denying that team ladies team comprised of Kaitlyn is full of chemistry,” Deleeuw, Rita Carlson, Barb states Bryan Lawrance, Karen Dennis, Terry Sargeant, proprietor Vandevosse, and Shirley Danyluk of Capri Valley Lanes placed second in their division; just in Kelowna. shy of bringing the ladies title back Not only were to Chase for a second our adult bowlers consecutive year. full of success The Chase men’s this weekend, our team comprised Youth Bowlers had of Bill Pacholok, triumphs of their own. Village Kelly Collins, Gord Lanes hosted the Youth Doubles Buresh, Derek Vigue, Zone Finals this past weekend, Rod Thiessen, and and have two local teams that Gene Popadynetz will be advancing on to the placed fourth in their Provincial Finals in Vernon division. in April. Congratulations to While the team Jaxon Williams and Brook had its struggles, Mindel who will be bowling Kelly Collins made Chase history this in the bantam division. Also, to Natalie past weekend, earning a spot on the MacDonald and Tristan Jules who will be very prestigious Men’s All-Star team. Of representing Village Lanes for the second over 100 male competitors, Kelly placed consecutive year, in hopes that this year fourth overall, averaging a 264. Way to they will bring home a Provincial Gold Medal.
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blend, adding more water by tablespoonfuls if needed to thin, until smooth. Peanut sauce can be made 3 days ahead. Bring to room temperature before using. Serve it as a dipping sauce, in a stir-fry or tossed in a salad
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Classifieds
Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $5 for 20 words. 20¢ each additional word (tax incl). Obituaries are $35 with photo, $30 without. Wedding, birthday, anniversary notices all welcome! Email info@chasesunflower.ca or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters (721 Shuswap Ave) or at Willows Natural Foods.
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Multi-family garage sale Saturday March 26th, 9 am - 1 pm. Lots of great deals. 420 MacPherson St (Okanagan Ave past Village office. Follow up hill, turn right on MacPherson St)
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Chase Country Quilters are moved & settled in at Parkside Community! Big Thank you: to the Chase Heat Hockey Team for moving us, to Parkside Community for letting us use a room, to everyone in the Chase Community for sharing ideas & concern when we were looking for a new space
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Obituary
Circuit Classes Tues/Thurs 7-7:45am. Kangoo Classes Sat 9-10am. Terra Lundy 250-299-5222
John Norman Cunningham October 9, 1935 ~ March 17, 2016
John Cunningham peacefully passed away at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice after a short illness. Loved ones were by his side, as well as the wonderful support staff at hospice. John leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Jeannie; sons, Fred (Lynda), Brian (Michele) and Jeannie’s son Kelly (Dev); and daughter, Tracey (Mike). He is survived by six grandchildren, two great grandsons, five siblings and extended step family. Special thanks to John’s brother, Bob, for all his support over the past weeks. John touched many lives in his lifetime as a heavy equipment operator, window cleaner, city transit driver and trucker. He retired in Turtle Valley 20 years ago where he enjoyed life on the farm. Many fun times were spent camping, travelling and enjoying hot dog nights around a campfire at the farm. John, who was predeceased by two daughters, Wendy and Denise, and stepson, Rusty; will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. A hard working man, he leaves a large hole in all our hearts! We’ll miss his stories, humour and loving ways! Thanks to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice staff, Dr. Heunis and Dr. Sze. A celebration of life was held at Chase Creekside Senior Centre on Sunday, March 20. If so desired, contributions in memory of John may be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice, 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, BC, V2E 2S9. Online condolences may be sent through John’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.
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Page 12 • March 25th, 2016 • Chase Sunflower Village of Chase Garbage Pickup There WILL be garbage pickup on Good Friday, March 25, 2016.
Heat’s Okino to join the Jimmies Submitted
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set him above most of the competition, and he will be an excellent addition to our power play. Most definitely he will help with our 5 on 5 play offensively. This has been a player I have been keying in on from the start of the season and I was extremely excited to get the phone call with his commitment.” In 154 games over three seasons with the Heat, Okino scored 14 goals to go along with 115 assists. University of Jamestown was established in 1883 and is ranked as a top regional school in both US News and World Report and The Princeton Review. The school features development of the whole person through its distinctive Journey to Success experience.
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