October2010
The Bulletin District of Hudson’s Hope
9904 Dudley Drive, PO Box 330, Hudson’s Hope, BC V0C 1V0 Phone: 250-783-9901 Fax: 250-783-5741 E-mail: bulletin@hudsonshope.ca www.hudsonshope.ca
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regarding the grant in lieu we receive from BC Hydro which is considerably lower than other hydro communities. This is just one of many meetings planned.
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epresentatives from Talisman Energy met with Council to discuss their development north of Hudson’s Hope. Talisman is looking at the concept of building a water pipeline from Williston Lake to north of Beryl Prairie; presently they are hauling the water by truck. Oil and gas activity in this area will be ongoing for up to 15 years or maybe more. Talisman must first apply and be approved for a water licence from the Provincial Government and they will also be meeting with BC Hydro to discuss this issue. We will keep everyone informed of this project.
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group of local seniors travelled to Comox to attend the summer games. Congratulations and we hope you had a great time.
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est wishes go out to Val and Norm Guelly who are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Your anniversary is a time to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday, and the hopes of tomorrow. Enjoy your day.
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hank you to Angie Watson for stepping up and taking over the operation of the Community Hall. The District will still take the bookings.
ouncillors Summer, Webster and Johansson will join me in Whistler from September 27th to Oct 1st for the yearly conference of BC cities, municipalities and towns. We have meetings with various Ministries of the government to bring forward issues of concern for Hudson’s Hope. We will be speaking with the Minister of Finance October 2010
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came upon this quote the other day and would like to share it with everyone who loves this season as much as I do... 1
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“We should not waste anything as precious as autumn by staying in the house. So we must spend almost all the daylight hours in the open air.” Mayor Karen Anderson
books, search our catalogue, request and put books on hold.
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he library will be hosting an open house later this month to showcase the new website and help residents to better access our databases that are available on our website.
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DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION
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he District Office is being renovated therefore we have temporarily moved downstairs! We hope to be back upstairs sometime around the week of October 11th. We ask for your patience and understanding while this process is going on. We will still be open for business, municipal as well as ICBC and Motor Vehicle, although you can expect some down time when the actual move of equipment and telephones take place. If you have any questions please feel free to call the office at 250-783-9901.
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on Petit has written a new book about the wind farm and the building of it in Dawson Creek. The book is full of great pictures of the huge turbines and what goes into the building of such a massive project. Don will be at the library later in October with his slides and to share his insight. We have not acquired a firm date but watch the post office and PSA’s for further information.
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ctober is the celebration of reading! Celebrate with us by reading to your children everyday or pick up a book yourself and read. No book? We have lots to share with you and its FREE!!!!
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he HH Public Library will be open again on Sunday afternoons from September June. Our hours are: Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Monday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Storytime 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Wednesday 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. After School Club 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Thursday 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Hudson's Hope Public Library 9905 Dudley Drive Phone: 250-783-9414 Fax: 250-783-5272
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Community Choir
he choir is open to everybody. If you enjoy raising your voice in song, come and join us Tuesdays at 7:00 at the St Peters Church Hall.
he migration to our new database is completed, once we have our website upgraded it will be possible to search our catalogue from your home and to renew The Bulletin
ith the high cost of magazines why not just borrow one from the library.
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to be working with the museum’s collection. Don’t forget the Museum is online; check out the website at www.hudsonshopemuseum.com to see for yourself!
here have been some big changes at the museum over the last month.
The Bedaux Exhibit has been taken down and will be traveling to UNBC, a new display will be going in soon. We are still selling Limited Edition Bedaux T-Shirts; get them before they’re gone!
We are now on Facebook and Twitter! Join our group and follow our page for the latest museum news and updates. Starting in October, the museum will be open 9-5 , Tuesday through Saturday. If you would like any further information, please call the museum by phone at (250) 783-5735 or by email at hhmuseum@pris.ca.
Preparations for the October Harvest Social are in high gear. The dinner will start at 5:00 pm, Saturday, October 23rd at the Pearkes Centre. There is no charge to attend. However, a donation jar will be available at the door. We do ask that you to bring your own dishes and cutlery and a dessert if you would like. Nedra has another delicious meal planned.
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hanks to everyone who supported the High School Rodeo & Poker Ride on September 11th and 12th. Local winners in the Poker Rider were Sharon Jackson, Morgan Luchinski and Ben Jackson.
We will be celebrating the 1930's that evening, so come dressed according and have some fun! Special guest this year will be Jay Sherwood, who will be introducing his latest book on surveyor Frank Swannell and highlights of his exploits in the Hudson’s Hope area in that time period. As well, there will be auction and bucket items, a 50/50 draw and of course the draws for the three day wilderness river trip, the tent and camping gear and the bistro table and chairs. Raffle tickets are only $10, available at the museum, from Historical Society members, or last chance at the Harvest Social, but note that drawing is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
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he Northern Rockies Karate-do, 2010 Soke Cup Contingent extends a Heartfelt Thank You to the following businesses and clubs for their financial support: HH Lion’s Club, HH Women’s Club, Cascade Services (Durango), H North Peace Savings & Credit Union, Omar Kirkeeng Excavating, Forrester Specialty Services, On The Rim, Freddy’s Deli, Sportsman’s Inn.
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orthern Rockies Karate-do had the privilege of sending a contingent to the 2010 Soke Cup held in Kumamoto City, Japan in August. Soke Cup is an International Chitoryu Karate Tournament held every 3 years. Competition took 3 days to complete. Participating countries included: Australia, Nor-
Also the new museum manager has arrived so stop in and meet her. Elinor Morrissey comes from a museum background and has previously worked at the Maple Ridge Museum, The Vancouver Police Museum and Dartmouth Heritage Museum. She is excited October 2010
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Reviving The Spirit Get ready for “Senior Moments.” They are what you are experiencing if you are already a senior, what you will be experiencing in the not too distant future if you are not quite a senior, and what you can only imagine if you are still far from being a senior. It is also the name of the first show of our fifth season - a new, award-winning comedy by Don Fried. “Senior Moments” is made up of five short plays that will leave you smiling and laughing for days. For this production we will once again try something different in Hudson’s Hope – live music before and during the show. The unique, heart-felt songs of singer-songwriter Fred Bassett will blend with the plays to provide an evening that you will not soon forget – unless you have a senior moment. Watch for posters and ticket information later in the month, and check next month’s Bulletin for more details about this show. Write it down now…there is no better place to spend a midNovember evening when it’s minus twenty-five outside than at The Pearkes Centre laughing and celebrating the magic of theatre. As always, we are in need of new members. If you have any interest in theatre, we have something that you can jump into. Please call RTS at 783-5655 for more information about how you can get involved. You can also attend our October meeting on 13 October at 7 pm at the School.
way, China & USA to name a few. Over a period of 10 days the NRKD group trained in sacred places & took part in several sightseeing activities. The contingent proved themselves to be excellent Canadian Ambassadors & competitors. Northern Rockies Karate-do 2010 Soke Cup Results: Sensei Jason Farquharson – Bronze-Men’s Team Kata (Black belt) Nathaniel Rutherford – Gold-Kumite & SilverKata (Kyu belt) Wade Nicholl – Gold-Kata, Bronze-Kumite & Silver-Team Kumite (Kyu belt) Brad London – Bronze-Men’s Team Kumite (Kyu belt) The Bulletin
Kata (sequence of movements) & Kumite (sparring)
Tacsote Pie à la Mode & Coffee House Friday, October 8th at The Pearkes Centre
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n evening of heavenly music featuring Hugh Spinney with Moneca, Jason and Ryan, Ian Smith, Joe Poirier, Neal Krezanoski, Colleen Gillie, Wilf Nylander, and Wayne and Sharon Lebeau and possibly Corey Reschke. There will also be a comeback performance by Ed & June Sykes. Wow! What a line 4
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Public Notice of Field Study Activities BC Hydro is conducting environmental and engineering field studies on and around the Peace River, downstream of the W.A.C. Bennett Dam to the Alberta border, as part of the planning and evaluation of the Site C Clean Energy Project (Site C). Environmental and engineering field studies to be completed may require access to private and Crown land. Permission and permits will be arranged in advance. For information about field studies underway, and to learn more about the Site C project, please visit www.bchydro.com/sitec or visit the Hudson’s Hope Community Consultation Office in the Pearkes Center. The office is open Monday to Wednesday and Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is staffed on Tuesday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. up! And there’s more!
And of course, there’s homemade pie with ice cream. All this for a donation... can’t beat it.
There will be a premier presentation of a local writer’s published short story, and a painting demonstration with local artist, Janis Herbison.
All proceeds from this event will go to TACSOTE, The Arts and Culture Society On The Edge.
Also, folks can purchase a ticket for $25.00 for a voluntarily painted art canvas. There is also a raffle for an “all you need pie making kit, including handmade apron, and coveted pie recipe”.
Bring along your family and friends, your neighbours, even your coworkers!
SUMMER HOURS Monday—Friday: 10 am—7 pm Closed Saturday & Sunday
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Special Events Pumpkin Painting—Sunday, October 3rd Hudson’s Hope School 1– 4 pm This event is open to everyone...no charge! Get creative for your Thanksgiving table. With these techniques your pumpkins will last a very long time—you can even repaint them for the Christmas holidays!
FRIGHTFUL FROLICS
Pumpkin Carving 1-4 pm Sunday, October 31st @ Frightful Frolics
Sunday, October 31st Hudson’s Hope Community Hall 1-4 pm A fiendishly free, fun frolic...for the family Ghoulish games, atrocious activities, mystery muck… Come shake your boooooty & booooogey… Prizes to be won! Free treats!
“The Glen” - Geological Fitness Hike with local Geologist Jan Hammack Saturday, October 16th 10 am—11:30 am Meet at the end of Adams Street An informative hike geared toward information about your geological surroundings. Fitness portion led by BCRPA Fitness Instructor, Greta Goddard No charge...there will be a light snack provided!
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Terry Fox Run Thanks to all who came out to support the annual Terry Fox Run. Province wide, participant numbers and dollars were up. We were no exception! Way to go Hudson’s Hope! Thanks to Freddy’s Deli for donating back to the cause the cost of the cake.
BC Rivers Day “Celebrating the Peace” “ I have been for a long period among the Rocky Mountains, but have never seen anything like this country. It is so wild that I cannot find words to describe our situation at times. We had to pass where no human being should venture…” - Alexander Mackenzie But venture we continue to do. There were over 125 folks and 2 dogs (Rusty & Chinook) who came out to celebrate the 30th annual BC Rivers Day. More than half took the river route. People came from as far away as South Africa, Scotland, Switzerland, Chetwynd, Fort St. John, Fort Nelson, Vernon and even Hudson’s Hope. The roasted corn was excellent...we’ll work on the coffee! Congratulations to all the prize winners, especially newborn River Summer who won his first prize on this day! A grateful appreciation goes out to all who helped with the event: Bob Fequet, Ian Smith, Peter Haagsman, Colleen Gillie, Jason Naisby, Kristy Bruce, PVEA, JCRs, Durango, Lynx Creek RV Park, St. Peter’s Church, HH Fire Department, Hudson’s Hope Public Library and the District of Hudson’s Hope. What an incredibly beautiful day it was...the God’s were with us! This event happens on the last Sunday of September. Mark your calendars—next year’s event will be on Sunday, September 25th.
Fall Sign Up Night Thanks to the Hudson’s Hope Public Library for hosting this event. Thanks to all the clubs and organizations for participating and, of course, to all of you who came out to support the many activities in our town. A contact list of all the clubs and organizations is available for pickup at the District Office. October 2010
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Hudson’s Hope School STUDENTS OF THE WEEK September 13, 2010 Robyn Haagsman, Davida Naisby, Christopher Naisby, Alexander MacDonald, Hunter Jarratt, Tess Herrington, Trisha Fiarchuk, Kyla Conlon Fettes, Nathaniel Rutherford, Kayla Gonwick, Alanna Greenlay, Sidney Hollen September 17, 2010 Cameron McTaggart, Jake Martin, Anika Humborstad, Brayden McWhirter, Dustyn Willson, Minahill Nasir, Jake Watson, Temira Agla, Isaiah Coca, Leland Douglas, Naden Bitterman, Conrad Agla, Toby McWilliams, Ashley Mathews, Pearl Burseth, Hailey Jones, Coll Burseth, Jake Watson, Hayden Huxley September 24, 2010 Cadyn Moraice-Budalich, Austin Taylor, Madisyn Bishop, Henry Kehl, James Jeffries, Adam Burkitt, Elaina Woroshelo, Jordan Shanks, Patrick Skelhorne, Jordan Brown, Harold Thompson, GIllian McTaggart, Ashtyn Noad, Tommy Summer, Cedes Jeffries, Coll Burseth, Nathaniel Rutherford, Justin Byer, Grade 10 Class, Brayden McWhirter
Hudson’s Hope Ski Association News Welcome to our newest members, Hamza Nasir and Kyle Hubbard. We appreciate input from our younger members & their enthusiasm and willingness to help. It is for our teens and local children that we strive to make this hill a part of community life. We had a small turnout for our Fall Clean Up, but a lot was accomplished and the hotdogs tasted great toasted over the wood heater in a nice warm & clean chalet. Thanks to Stan Burkitt for providing the firewood. A few snowflakes fell to encourage us. Thank you to all those who did attend, especially to Ed Forrester for his contribution of backhoe work. And thank you to Bob Fequet for the welding he has been doing. Our Vice President Ian Tegart has spent many hours at the hill doing the numerous things that need to be done to set up the tow. He is positively optimistic that we will be up and running this season. Thanks Ian! I will keep you posted re our progress and look forward to seeing you on the hill! Sincerely, Nedra Forrester The Bulletin
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Seniors Senior Adult Chetwynd Swim Program September 2010 – May 2011 9:30 am – 2:15 pm The bus leaves at 10 am from the Sportsman’s Inn to return at 2 pm. Due to an increase in rates at the Chetwynd Pool, the rates have also gone up to $5.00 per trip. You do have the option of purchasing your own swim pass. There’s limited seating available, so please register for the each swim by contacting Greta Goddard at 250-783-5338 or email rgfequet@pris.ca or contact the District office at 250-7839901. Join us on the following Tuesday’s: October 12 & 26; November 9 & 23; December 7 & 21; January 4 & 18, 2011; February 1 & 15; March 1 & 15 & 29; April 12 & 26; May 10.
Fit for Life
SENIOR BUS TRIP TO FORT ST. JOHN
Mondays & Thursdays 9:30 am
Bus leaves at 8:50 am from Silver Willows and 9:00 am from the Sportsman’s Inn
Monday, October 4, 2010 Monday, November 1, 2010
This low to no impact fitness program is designed to keep you aging actively so that you are ready to take on the challenges of everyday work and play. It combines walking, strength building, muscular endurance, increasing range of motion, and improving balance in a fun and easy paced one hour class.
Cribbage Tournament
The first session (32 classes) runs until Thursday, December 23rd
Saturday, October 2nd @ 1 pm New Horizon’s Senior Centre
October 28th – a BOOOOOOOOt camp special, bring a friend
(next to the library)
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Full session pass = $64 ($2.00 per class) Drop in rate: $5.00
Come alone or bring a crib partner! For information please call Bud 783-5345 or Esther 783-9184
BCRPA Fitness Instructor, Greta Goddard
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October 16th No experience necessary!
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Meetings Amateur Radio Association 1st Monday Arts & Cultural Society 1st Wednesdays AA Meetings Tuesdays Business Association 1st Tuesday Canadian Rangers 1st Wednesday Community Choir Every Tuesday Emergency Social Services 1st Thursday RTS Community Theatre 2nd Wednesdays Double “H” Saddle Club 3rd Tuesday Library Board Meeting 3rd Monday Lions Club 1st & 3rd Thursdays Historical Society 3rd Thursday New Horizon Seniors 2nd Thursday Rod & Gun Club 2nd Thursdays St. Peter’s Church 3rd Sundays Ski Club– Freddy’s Deli 4th Thursday
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Seniors FSJ Senior Trip As Scheduled Whist Mondays 7:00 pm Cribbage Wednesdays 7:00 pm New Horizons Meeting -2nd Thursday 2:30 pm Senior Craft Club - Every other Thursday 1:00 pm Children Storytime @ Library Tuesday 10:30- 11:30 am After School Club @ Library Wednesday 3:30—4:30 pm Moms & Tots Fridays 10 - 12 am Adult Recreation @ School Mixed Rec. Volleyball Tuesday 8-10 pm Call Steve at 783-5355 or Lana 783-5577 Rec Badminton Wednesday 7-9 pm Call Kelly at 783-5736 Fencing Monday 6-8 pm Call Qais Abdulrazak 783-5125 Kids Welcome 6-7 pm Indoor Soccer Thursday 7-9 pm Call Jason Naisby 783-9385
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2010 Hudson’s Hope Fall Fair Results Congratulations to all of our winners!! $100 EXHIBIT ENTRY CASH PRIZE Kelly Vig CATEGORY WINNERS Art Creative Writing
Patricia Backlund
Beer & Wine
Grace Okada
Nancy Smith
Dairy & Poultry
Pam Gunderson
Flowers & Foliage
Margaret Kyllo
Grain & Forage Crops
Dick Ardill
Handicrafts
Irmgard Lohmann
Home Baking
Valerie Bashforth
Home Canning
Pam Gunderson
Jr. Crafts: 2-5
Annika Quibell
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Wren Naisby
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Kieran Sanford
Photography
Olga Shulenberg
Toys & Misc.
Irmgard Lohmann
Vegetables
Amy Wiltse
PET SHOW Guinea Pigs, Hamsters & Gerbils Dogs Cats Rabbits
Davida Naisby & Ice Cream Nancy Smith & Capella Valerie Bashforth & Misty Carlee Bouillon & Rex
LOGGER SPORTS Cross Cut: Men Cross Cut: Women Cross Cut: Jack and Jill Swede Saw: Men Swede Saw: 13-15 Spike Driving: Men
Joseph King & Allen Graham Renee Ardill & Arla Myram Joseph King & Patricia Robertson Joseph King Simon Edelmann Roger Myram
Swede Saw: Women Swede Saw: 8-12 Spike Driving: Women
Patricia Backlund Anika Humborstad Patricia Backlund
High Point Award: Olga Shulenberg George Holoboff Memorial Award (Greatest Participation): Patricia Backlund The Hudson’s Hope Fall Fair Committee would like to thank the many people who contributed to the success of the 18th Annual Fall Fair! A special thank you to: Canbriam Energy Inc for sponsoring the new Children’s Train Shell Canada Energy for sponsoring the pancake breakfast the District of Hudson’s Hope Beryl Prairie Fire Department for the fire fighting skills challenge.
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Indulgences
By Catherine
Hair Artistry. Flowers. Gifts. Chocolate. Cards. Our Indulgence is to have you look good & feel good.
250-783-9377
Box 718 10801 Dudley Dr., Hudson’s Hope B.C. V0C 1V0 indulgences@hotmail.ca Open Mon-Fri 9-5, Thurs 12-8. Closed Sat & Sun. DENTIST AVAILABLE IN HUDSON’S HOPE Dr. Ahn will be available Fridays and Saturdays starting in October. Patients will need to call his office in Tumbler Ridge to book an appointment at 250-242-7628. They will be accepting collect calls. Welcome Dr. Ahn, to Hudson’s Hope!
Luck? I don’t know anything about luck. I’ve never banked on it and I’m afraid of people who do. Luck to me is something else: hard work and realizing what is opportunity and what isn’t. - Lucille Ball October 2010
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Hudson’s Hope Protective Services It’s that time again....October 3rd to 9th is FIRE PREVENTION WEEK!!!! This year’s theme is “Smoke Alarms – A Sound you can live with!” This theme is very important as most deaths due to fire occur in homes that are not equipped with smoke alarms or whose smoke alarms don’t work. Here are some points that you should know about smoke alarms: They don’t last forever: Most smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years. The detection components wear out and for the cost of replacing them ($25-$50 each over 10 years = $5/year), is it really worth putting your family at risk?
They need to be tested and have the batteries (if equipped) changed regularly: Most alarms have a test button on them and the batteries should be changed twice a year.
They only work when they are plugged in or have the batteries attached: Many alarms now have a hush feature that can be used if something gets burnt in the kitchen. This will silence the alarm detector for a period of time (usually 5-10 min) so that the smoke can dissipate and you don’t have any gaps in your protection.
You should always practice your escape plan if the smoke alarm goes off: The more you practice your families escape plan, the more you will follow it in a real emergency without having to think.
The BC Fire Code changed on March 25th of this year to make smoke alarms mandatory in all dwelling units, which includes private homes. Smoke alarms have been mandatory in all new construction since 1979; however the new regulations will govern all dwelling units after they are built. Smoke alarms shall be installed between sleeping areas and the rest of the unit and in hallways that serve sleeping areas. If you have any questions about these requirements, please see the government website at http://www.housing.gov.bc.ca/building/consultation/smoke_alarms/index.html or contact the District Office at (250) 783-9901 to ask about the regulations or any other fire safety issue. Here is to another safe year in Hudson’s Hope and have a great Fire Prevention Week Stay Safe, Hudson’s Hope Protective Services Department The Protective Services Department consists of the Districts Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service, Emergency Social Services and Bylaw Enforcement personnel. This is a group of dedicated and professional volunteers who take time out of their personal lives to help out their community. If you have questions about getting involved, please contact Alan Stebbing at 250-783-9901 or alan@hudsonshope.ca. The Bulletin
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RCMP On August 6 police were called to assist with respect to female that had fled the Dawson Creek Psychiatric Ward. A warrant under the Mental Health Act was obtained and the woman who had barricaded herself was talked out by police without incident and she was returned to the Dawson Creek hospital. On August 13 police stopped a vehicle for driving erratically. The driver was issued a 24 hour prohibition from driving as a result of the consumption of alcohol. On August 17 police stopped a vehicle after record checks showed the driver was to be served a 3 month driving prohibition. The driver was served the prohibition. On August 19 police stopped a vehicle and entered into an impaired driving investigation. The driver was detained and brought back to the detachment and provided breath samples of more than double the legal limit. A 24 year old Hudson’s Hope resident is scheduled to appear in court in November. On August 20 police received a report of damage to a vehicle on Dudley Dr. Someone had walked over the vehicle damaging it. Another vehicle was also damaged on Ellis Cr. Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers. On August 21 police received a report of an intoxicated female on Beryl Prairie Rd. The female was located and returned to her residence without charge. On August 23 a vehicle was stolen from Jones Cr. The vehicle was seen that evening driving erratically in the Atkinson Sub Div. Police attended but the vehicle was gone prior to police arrival. The vehicle was later located behind the Sportsman in with some body damage. Fort St John Identification Section was called to gather evidence from the vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers. On August 28 police, fire/rescue, and ambulance responded to a motor bike accident by the Ski hill. A Fort St John resident was transported to Fort St John hospital by BC Ambulance for his injuries. On August 30 police received a report of a vehicle over the embankment near the gravel pit. A pick up truck had been pushed over the edge and abandoned on the riverbank. The matter is still under investigation. On September 1 police responded to a report of motor vehicle collision on Fredette Ave. The driver was detained and brought back to the detachment where he provided breath samples of The Bulletin
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twice the legal limit. The 18 year old Fort Nelson resident is scheduled to appear in court in December. On September 3 police attended to a single vehicle motor vehicle accident near Hudson’s Hope. The driver had lost control when the vehicle began to hydroplane on the wet roads. No injuries were sustained. Police remind everyone to use caution when traveling on wet roads and to ensure their tires have sufficient tread. On September 6 police attended the Sportsman Inn regarding a complaint of an intoxicated male causing a disturbance. The male left prior to police attendance. The male was later located and taken home by police. On September 10 police responded to report of people with a campfire in the Atkinson Sub Div. A group of party-goers were broken up and sent on their way after they extinguished their fire and cleaned up their mess. On September 11 police received a report of two laptops being stolen from the Clearview Motel. Police attended and the laptops were later located hidden outside of the room. On September 13 police received a report of a missing female that had failed to make it to work. The female was later located at a friend’s house. She had decided not to go into work and to not tell anyone. On September 18 a female called to report that her husband had left to go fishing on Williston Lake early in the morning and had not yet returned home. Police made patrols and located the male at the Dunlevy Campground stuck on the boat launch. The male was transported back to town. On September 18 police responded to a bear complaint near Beattie Park. Police made attempts to scare the bear off, but after it showed no fear of people it was destroyed. Police have responded to several other complaints over the last month and would like to remind everyone to please ensure garbage containers are sealed, preferably with locking lids. Residents can also help keep bears out of town by picking up apples that have fallen off of trees in their yards. On September 23 police attended a report of an assault at the Clearview Motel. Two males had an argument over money and a fight ensued. Neither male was willing to bring charges against the other. On September 25 police came across 4 people walking down the road with open liquor. The liquor was destroyed and the group was given a warning with respect to the open liquor in public fine of $230. October 2010
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Welcome to the 2010—2011 Curling Season Goodbye to Kaspar & Heidi Saturday, October 16, 2010 @ the Curling Club
Funspiel Saturday Oct 16, 2010 Prizes & Dinner $40 per team Men’s & Ladies Bonspiel Feb 11-13, 2011 Prizes & Dinner/Dance $160 per team
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Mark your Calendars for the following: Funspiel, Saturday Oct 16, 2010 Includes Prizes & Dinner One new curler per team Open to everyone, no need to be a league member Brooms & sliders available to borrow Mixed League Curling, starts Friday Oct 22, 2010 $200 per person, includes membership One game per week, Fri night, 7pm or 9pm 4 people per team Brooms & sliders available to borrow Stick Curling, Monday nights Uses “sticks” to push the rock down the ice Low impact, doesn’t require sliding or sweeping 2 people per team To sign up please call Patricia Robertson (250) 783-3305 or Steve Metzger at (250) 783-5655. If you’d like to curl but don’t have a team please give us a call and we can put a team together for you. We are still looking for someone to run the concession. If you are interested please give Steve or Patricia a call. The 9th End bar will be open for members every Friday night from 7pm to midnight once the curling starts. Membership is $20 with a great view of the action on the ice. The ice is going in! If you’re interested in helping out and learning how to prep and pebble the ice, please call Steve Metzger (250) 783-5655 for more information.
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Church Directory Hudson’s Hope Bible
Peace Valley
St. Peter’s
Fellowship
Community Church
Shared Ministry
9702 Beattie Drive Church - 783-5513 Pastor - 783-2322
10122 Beattie Drive 783-9484
Sunday Worship at 11:00
9500 Beattie Drive 783-5360
Sunday Worship at 11:00
Sunday Worship at 11:00
Celebration of Life Marc Thomas Jr. Adams
SPECIALTY SERVICES
June 24, 1987— September 4, 2010
Serving the Peace for over 30 Years!
Ed & Nedra Forrester Owner/Operator
Always in our Hearts
Truck and Trailer Equipped. Rubber Tired Backhoes, Dump Truck, Excavators, Skid Steers, Equipment Operators.
Hudson’s Hope AA meetings will be held: Tuesdays at 8 pm Silver Willow Court Basement Access is through the back door of 10104 Ellis Cres. To confirm that the meeting will be held please call 783-9931 to confirm your attendance. For information call 250-785-4534. October 2010
Ground Disturbance Supervisors. Chain link Fencing Tree Removal—Certified Fallers
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Library ………………………………………………..………...783-9414 Sunday, Monday & Tuesday ...............................1 - 5 pm Wednesday - Thursday........................................1 - 8 pm Friday - Saturday ................................................. Closed
RCMP Non Emergency # …..…………..………….…...783-5241 Avalanche Information…….……………...…..1-800-667-1105 Community Hall Call 783-9901. Rental contract and payment can be arranged at the time of booking. Women’s Club Hall Kitchen Janis @ ............... 783-5534
Liquor Store………………………………………..……...… 783-5230 Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10:30 am – 6:00 pm Closed for lunch from 1 – 2. Closed: Mondays Empty returns of beer cans or bottles of over 6 dozen can be brought in on Tuesdays. Please sort and bring your empties back clean. Thanks
District Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30; Closed Holidays District Office Fax: 783-5741 ……...………..…… 783-9901 Arena (Scheduled hours- Seasonal) ................. 783-5563 Animal Control Officer ...................................... 783-5207 Info Centre (Scheduled hours - Seasonal) ........ 783-9154 Special Events (Greta Goddard)………………..…. .783-5246 Swimming Pool (Seasonal)............................... 783-9913
Museum & Gift Shop Fax: 783-5770…………..….783-5735 e-mail: hhmuseum@pris.ca Post Office………………………………………….………….783-5302 Open Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Closed for lunch 12 noon to 1 pm Open Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Government Jay Hill, MP .............................................1-800-661-1183 Pat Pimm, MLA North .............................1-877-332-0101 Blair Lekstrom, MLA South .....................1-877-784-1330 Peace River Regional District ..................1-800-670-7773 T D for the Deaf ................................1-800-661-8773 Federal Information ................................1-800-667-3355 Provincial Information ............................1-800-663-7867
Power Outages BC Hydro Power Outages ...................... 1-888-769-3766 Street Lights .................................... ..... 783-9901 Thrift Shop……………………………………………….…....783-9211 Hours: Monday to Friday ........................... 1 pm to 4 pm Bag Day……...last Monday of the month from: 1 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm Closed the Tuesday after bag day for clean up.
Health Centre...……………………….…………..………...783-9991 Fax: ................................................................ ..783-9125
Transtor Site Open: Wednesday – Sunday ..................... 11 am – 7 pm Closed : Monday & Tuesdays
Pharmacy………………………………………...…………….783-9947 Hours of operation ............................. Monday – Friday Open ................................................ 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Closed .......................................... 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm For an emergency over the lunch hour please phone 911 for the BC Ambulance Service. BC Nurse Line ………. ..................................……………...811
OIL & GAS -24 Hr Emergency …..…….. 1-800-663-3456 Hudson’s Hope Gas—Alabama………....…205-425-3855 CSRI— Randy Karst.………..….……………..…250-329-9569 Talisman Energy ............................................................... Operations: Kevin Beamish …………….....250-782-2512 Community Engagement: Paul Perkins 250-793-9060 Oil & Gas Commission………………………..250-261-5700 or 1-800-663-7867 and request a transfer.
Public Health Office .. …………………………………...783-5221 Mental Health Crisis Line …………………...1-877-442-2828 Counselling Services - Nora Bittner…………….... 787-0665 Highway Maintenance Yellowhead Road & Bridge …….………….…. 250-783-5367 Cariboo Road Service ............................... .250-788-2407
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