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THE TRI-CITIES NOW | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2013
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the great things we have to offer international students who are thinking of coming here. As we begin the fall semester, I want to welcome international students and faculty from around the globe to British Columbia. We’re glad you’re here! I want to encourage you to make the very most of your time with us and get around and explore our exciting province. I know wherever you go you’ll find a warm welcome. And if you’re a B.C. student or instructor and you’re packing to head off to study in another country, I want to congratulate you on your decision to expand your learning horizons and wish you many happy experiences.
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DON’T TAKE A CHANCE — CALL 911 TO GET HELP I have never written to the editor before. Today, I have a reason. The other day there was, as police would call it, a domestic disturb-
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A domestic abuse survivor is relieved people in her neighbourhood called 911 recently. ance in my neighbourhood. It was between a male and female. It was outside and turning really scary. I finally called 911. The 911 operator was not only nice, but she said, “Is that the disturbance on such and such street?” “Yes,” I said, and the operator
said, “We have had multiple calls and are sending out multiple units to help them.” I noticed after I’d hung up that people from the area were gathering to make sure no one was getting hurt. I was so proud of where I lived and the police and how fast they
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got here and cleared things up. On behalf of all men, women and children, if you think you hear something that sounds like someone either is or will be hurt, call 911 and let the professionals come and help. Name withheld by request (domestic abuse survivor)
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Members of the Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary held a book sale recently, with all proceeds going to help buy equipment and comfort items for patients. From left to right are Wilma Tenford, Anne Kellett, Logan Chung, Kadin Chung and Sylvia Dubickas. The auxiliary also manages the hospital gift shop and hosts other fundraising events. New members are always welcome. To learn more, call the gift shop at 604-941-2461 and leave a message for auxiliary team president Hope McLatchy Smith.
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TIGHT SQUEEZE: Coquitlam’s Nathan Massey, left, puts the brakes to a White Rock peewee opponent in his team’s 22-6 victory last week. To see more photos, scan this page using the free Layar app.
Chargers short in comeback bid A valiant pushback nearly did the trick, but the Coquitlam Chargers fell just short in losing 22-19 to the Vancouver Trojans in bantam football action. Vancouver scored the game’s first three majors to lead 22-0 at the half, but the Chargers put on their rally caps. Quarterback Lucas Gill threw for two
touchdowns, with Bowen Goldade and Liam Stewart scoring the majors. Late in the game, Jason Tade recovered a fumble and cashed it in for the team’s third TD. In the end, Coquitlam was full marks for the comeback effort. Picking up some big yardage during the contest was Martin Norman, while Devin Pal recorded a clutch QB sack.
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Thursday, September 19th • 8:00 - 9:00pm, Poirier Recreation Centre, Upstairs Lounge - A ‘Meet and Greet’ opportunity - Make inquiries about available Leagues - Sign up as a Spare in your League of choice - Put your name down if interested in playing on a team - All levels of ability are welcome
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Beginner - Junior/Adult Intermediate-Adult *Code # 436148 *Code # 436149 Sat. Sept. 28th, 2013 Sunday Sept. 29th, 2013 9:00am- 1:00pm 11:30am- 4:00 pm $42.00 $42.00 Lunch included Lunch included. Served at 11:30 am Clinics – Classroom and on ice instruction for both clinics. Grippers, Brooms and Sliders provided for those who need them Daytime Leagues Monday Senior Men’s Nifty 50’s Ladies Tuesday Tuesday Morning Ladies Junior Curling Wednesday Senior Mixed Thursday Senior Men’s Junior Curling Friday Masters Men Competitive Saturday Learn to Curl Program Special Olympics Junior Curling City Drop-In Curling Sunday Morning Men’s League City Drop-In Curling Evening Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday
Leagues Night Men’s Blue Mountain Mixed Wed. Night Ladies Wed. Night Men’s Thursday Night Mixed Harbour Chines Mixed Sunday Night Mixed
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