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Pictured with her husband Dave and border collie Norman, Maple Ridge’s Myrna Norman is the honouree of the region’s Investors Group Walk for Memories being held in Port Coquitlam this Sunday. understand. There are a lot of people with dementia who go on the walk, and people need to know we are not all elderly people in seventh stage [there are seven stages to the disease]. We are all at different stages of our disease, we all know we’re terminal, and we need to know that we just don’t need to curl up in a corner.” One of 24 Walk For Memories events being held across B.C., the Tri-Cities, New Westminster, and Ridge Meadows walk begins at 1 p.m. along the Traboulay PoCo
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After much debate surrounding the closure of a dog park at Maple Ridge’s Volker Park last summer, the parks commission began casting about to find suitable new locations. Now, after trials and park-user consultation, three new dog parks will be rolled out in the City this year. Due to a shortage of appropriate land suitable for dog parks, the City chose to set up the off-leash areas in existing municipal parks: Upper Maple Ridge Park, another in Tolmie Park, and one at Westview Park, explained Maple Ridge Councillor Corisa Bell. The commission approved those sites recently, and Bell shared the news during last week’s council meeting. While the dog park at Volker was closed, parks manager Geoff Mallory said in his report to the commission that the creation of additional off-leash areas will alleviate a growing dog population that comes with the growing human population. In 2014, residents within a one-block area of each of the proposed locations were mailed a letter that informed them of oneweek trials at each site. The letter included the dates that each of the off-leash trials would occur, as well as an invitation to the parks and leisure website to provide feedback. Links to an online survey were also included. A total of 226 surveys were completed, isn’t opposed to a dog park, but would like including those online from Sept. 4 to Oct. 3. more consideration given to its design. Westview Park saw 80 per cent support for “I don’t mind the dog park per se,” he said. an off-leash area from 50 surveys completed. But the trial at Tolmie “basically cut the Upper Maple Ridge Park got the go-ahead park in half,” Barrett explained. “I’m on after receiving 72.22 per cent support from the south side of the park and I couldn’t go the 72 surveys that were completed. into the park without going through the dog Tolmie, which received the least support area.” during the trial period (66 per cent), will As a dog owner, he recognizes the role dog likely be the first created, Mallory said. parks play in communities. The next step is to get the word out to the “Nothing’s more fun than going and playcommunity and form steering committee for ing with your dog, but I’d each one of the locations. Parks will be seeking engage“We’d like to have them rather play with my kids first and foremost. Taking that ment on issues such as where all in place in the next field away eliminates the people would like the area play area.” five or six months.” situated within the parks, the He suggested the west side size of that area, the hours Geoff Mallory of the park, “where it’s kind of operation, and “things like of dead space anyway,” may that,” Mallory told The TIMES. better serve the dogs. “We’ve had a lot of feedback on the surCarol and Ian Jamieson, who live down the veys and emails regarding tweaks to the street from Tolmie, support the park. park and designs residents would like to Their daughter owns a dog, and Carol said see, so the trials were an idea – but not the currently they take him to the dikes, or to the final look – and now we want to engage the neighbours to find out what works best on all dog parks in Pitt Meadows to play. “There isn’t really anything closer they can go to,” fronts,” he added. Carol said, adding “there’s a lot of people Rob Barrett, a parent and dog owner who with dogs around here.” lives across the street from Tolmie, said he
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Tolmie Park neighbour Rob Barrett, his son Cody, daughter Sage, and dog Suzie, said he doesn’t oppose of a dog park, but would like more thought given its location within Tolmie. Ian and Carol Jamieson, (inset) who live down the street from Tolmie support the creation of a dog park. While happy that Tolmie is a go, Carol isn’t a direct neighbour of the park, and she expressed concern for those who live next to it having to deal with things like out-of-area users filling the street with parked cars. During Tuesday night’s question period, Hammond resident Eric Phillips spoke against using a chunk of the Tolmie for dogs, claiming he and at least 75 per cent of other area residents were opposed to that specific area. He suggested, instead, that relatively unused land under the Golden Ears Bridge be designated. However, the municipality does not own that land, and can only develop such facilities on City-owned land. Mallory said the creation of the parks would be phased in over time. “We’d like to have them all in place in the next five to six months,” he noted. “Each one takes a bit of a process to do: getting the materials and the fencing and such. We’ll probably start with Tolmie, then Upper Maple Ridge Park, and finish off with Westview.” Once the parks are up and running, there will be a process in place to work with residents and park users – should any issues arise, Mallory said. “We’ll address it right away and deal with it.” Ongoing monitoring of each location will take place, as well. The end goal, said Mallory, will be to create a mutual respect between dog owners, resident neighbours, and other park users.
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Unable to make money since opening in Canada two years ago, Target stores across Canada will close, including the 117,000 square-foot, twofloor store in downtown Maple Ridge. The Haney location underwent a $16-million renovation in 2013 as part of the closure of Zellers and the start-up of Target.
Target Canada expects to close in fiscal year 2015, and the news was met with concern from Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read. The announcement of Target closing its doors was a “shock,” she said. “Our first concern as a Council is the employees; our citizens and neighbours, who are facing the loss of employment.” Read’s hopeful the community will band together to offer those now out of a job with support. The company expects to close in fiscal year 2015. “After a thorough review of our Canadian performance and careful consideration of the implications
of all options, we were unable to find a realistic scenario that would get Target Canada to profitability until at least 2021,” said Brian Cornell, Target Corp. chairman and CEO. “This was a very difficult decision, but it was the right decision for our company.” The retailer is setting up a $70 million fund to provide severance to those affected. The 133 Canadian stores – including 19 in B.C. – have a total 17,600 employees. “We will not be sitting on the sidelines as Target Canada winds down their operation,” said Read.
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prisons in the report. Likewise, the 192-cell women’s prison, called Alouette Correctional Centre for Women at the north end of 248th Street, is also over capacity at 110 per cent. “Prison overcrowding increases risks to both inmates and staff, and contributes to rising tension and the potential for conflicts,” Bellringer stated in her 32page audit. She noted that the number of safety and security incidents in B.C. correctional centres shot up 97 per cent during the past five years.
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Cut whatever needs cutting We get it. Red tape is annoying. It slows down the pace of business and it adds extra paperwork and hoop-jumping for busy people who are just eager to get the darned job done. But equally annoying are silly promises made by governments whose sole purpose in making them is to ingratiate themselves to a special interest group. This week is Red Tape Awareness Week, a lobbying gambit by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business to make us all – but especially politicians – aware of the costs and hassles that are caused by annoying rules and regulations that business people would rather did not apply to them. And sometimes they’re right. B.C.’s provincial government has been recognized for its admirable effort in reducing existing red tape and working to add as little new red tape as possible. In the past year alone: it has become easier for businesses to register for workplace insurance under WorkSafeBC, a new restaurant start-up guide is available online, and paperwork for procurement of small (under $250,000) government contracts has been streamlined, government services websites have been consolidated. The government is also looking into further regulatory reform and streamlining. So why did they have to do a fool thing like promising a net zero increase of regulatory requirements – and now a further announcement that the initiative will be extended to 2019 – which means eliminating an existing requirement any time a new requirement is added? We have to assume that regulations are in place for a purpose – whether or not one or another special interest group doesn’t like it. If a regulation is no longer pertinent, for whatever reason, it should be deleted. If a new regulation is required or necessary, then it should be instituted. Simple as that. Arbitrarily tying additions to deletions could result in expediency errors. It just smacks of pandering. – B.G.
This Week’s Question How do you feel about Target closing all its Canadian – including Maple Ridge – stores? ■ Your View Last week’s question, results… Given news of the Albion land swap being quashed, what should happen now?
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Try quitting if you want to stop Tomorrow is Weedless quit smoking… and then dumped Wednesday. me two weeks after I threw away If there’s a smoker in your those six butts. circle of acquaintances who has I decided I’d be damned before been thinking about quitting, now I was going to give her the satisis as good a time as any to offer faction of seeing me with my lips support and encouragement. on a cigarette that I had thrown But don’t nag. Nagging doesn’t away for her. make it easier. If that doesn’t make any sense And anything that doesn’t make to you, it doesn’t matter. The kicking the tobacco habit is a point is, I was angry enough that waste of time at best, and more it helped me through the first few by Bob Groeneveld likely is counterproductive. weeks of intense craving – until Stopping smoking is hard. the breath I hadn’t realized I’d I can remember the day I stopped like it was lost started showing hints of recovery and I yesterday – it was at 2:30 in the afternoon on started feeling healthy enough that I was able to Feb. 4, 1976. I had six cigarettes left in my pack, force myself to believe that the benefits of quitand I threw them in the garbage can in the corting outweighed the desire – the absolute need ner of the agricultural students lounge at UBC. – for another puff. (Note to prospective quitters – I had tried quitYou might have noticed that my account alterting a number of times before, always beginning nates between “quitting” and “stopping.” That’s with finishing the last cigarette in my current because you will try to quit, but you can never pack, and failed every time, until at the advice of do more than stop. my father, who had stopped after many attempts I don’t know if my addiction was – is – strongyears earlier, I sealed the deal by actually thrower than that of most other cigarette smokers, but ing some away.) the intense craving for another cigarette stayed A buddy of mine pulled the discarded pack out with me for months, perhaps a year, before it of the trash and asked, “Do you mind if I have settled into something milder. these?” Whenever the aroma of a particularly well “Go ahead,” I said, “if you don’t mind dying of cured cigarette wafted my way, it was all I could cancer.” do to keep from falling off the wagon. That “Anyone can quit smoking,” he said. “It takes stayed with me for years. In fact, it still can a man to face cancer.” hit me – nearly 39 years later – although now We both laughed. maybe only one or twice a year. I’ve fallen out of touch with him, and I have At least the nightmares ended a long time ago. often wondered if cancer – or any of the other For years after I stopped smoking, every eve of manifold deaths that smoking can visit on its vic- the anniversary brought me the same nightmare: tims – ever got around to testing his manliness. I had mindlessly accepted someone’s offer of a I was lucky. I had a special incentive to make cigarette before I realized what I was doing… it permanent this time. then I’d wake up in a cold sweat, sniffing the air In addition to my dad reminding me that for evidence of my soul-breaking transgression. smoking is not just a personal health choice, but And the relief at realizing it was just a dream! a choice that impacts everyone around you who If you know someone who’s trying to quit, will join your suffering a horrible death, I had a they need your support: nothing holier than girlfriend who threatened to leave me if I didn’t thou, just a friend’s encouragement.
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Affordable housing
Room to raise property taxes
from North Vancouver, Coquitlam, Dear Editor, Letters Burnaby, and Vancouver to take You made the point that Maple to advantage of lower housing prices. Ridge is attracting residents from the The property tax savings on other Greater Vancouver Regional comparable houses are signifiDistrict communities because of Editor cant. Someone moving from North affordability [Lower house prices Vancouver, Coquitlam, or Burnaby promise boom, Jan 13, TIMES]. to Maple Ridge will save hundreds of dolOf course, as property tax rates are based lars a year, while someone moving from on property value, this means Maple Ridge Vancouver will save thousands. residents also end up paying lower property The fact that residential property taxes taxes than neighbouring communities. in Maple Ridge are a comparative bargain The article on housing prices notes that makes the frenzy among last fall’s council realtors are seeing a lot of people moving candidates to declare themselves property tax cutters seem ridiculous. What you’re telling us One can only hope that our councillors will act responsibly and refute misguided on Facebook calls for tax cuts, and instead raise property taxes to satisfy the livability and quality of life needs of Maple Ridge residents. Last week’s announcement that Target is closing all its Canadian stores, includSteve Ranta, Maple Ridge ing the one in Maple Ridge, has hit people hard. Here are just some of the Albion reactions from our followers:
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“That’s too bad, as now we have no decent shopping at all in Maple Ridge.” – Shirley Brunetta “This is sad for our community! I hate to see any business close down! How many employees will be out of a job? How long will that space (and the almost 200 other Target locations) be empty, hurting the other businesses in that mall. Call it a chain reaction or a domino effect, either way this is not good news...” – Marsha Salonga “…If you want to ensure the local businesses you love in our community are around for years to come they need your support. If you love your neighbourhood, chances are one of our unique locally owned cafés, boutique shops, or restaurants is part of the reason why. Sure we could always use more of these types of businesses in our community but if those businesses aren’t thriving it discourages other companies from investing in Maple Ridge. What business would you miss in the downtown core if they shut down?” – Shop Maple Ridge “I am a reg Target shopper at least 1-3 times a week. I am very disappointed about this. I have been able to get many great deals for my family there.” – Rebecca Baker “I shop local a lot, but I don’t think Target would have stayed in Maple Ridge even if we all bought the store out every day. Sad.” – Melissa Richardson “Very disappointed. Love the store, the selection and prices are very decent on most things. Always found the staff to be friendly and helpful. Very interested to see what will replace Target… I suspect it’ll be time to do more shopping out of Ridge again. Too bad.” – Shannon Stow “Pity when they went to all that work. I find the staff helpful. Wonder what will replace it (Wal-Mart)? Let’s hope the space isn’t empty for another year.” – Carol Skene “It’s really too bad. Too bad for all the people losing their jobs. Too bad for a mall that is already struggling. Too bad for the consumers who will now have to travel outside of Maple Ridge to buy clothes, toys, and everything else at a decent price. I was angry when we lost Zellers. I bitched about Target. Then over time I realized they had pretty good stuff at reasonable prices and I didn’t have to waste gas money to go to Wal-Mart. When I found out they were closing I was actually very disappointed.” – Travis-Magda Romanow
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Little sympathy here
Dear Editor, So sorry to hear that Sandra Kaiser finds it challenging working with the Agricultural Land Reserve when wanting to build a new shopping mall for Walmart [Albion land swap nixed, Jan. 8, TIMES]. The idea behind the land reserve is to reserve land for future generations. Maybe SmartCentres shouldn’t have purchased in the land reserve with the assumption that they would eventually get their way and be able to do whatever they wanted with it. Although, looking at the history of past city councils, I can understand how she would get that impression. Darrell Devries, Maple Ridge
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Veterans mistreated
Dear Editor, I am a veteran of the war in Korea. I was awarded a pension for PTSD. It included six years of counselling, which DVA paid for. So I feel that I’ve been well treated. I wish that the same could hold true for the guys coming home from Afghanistan. I recently met a man who’s been there, and the story he tells of how he’s being treated is vastly different from the treatment that I received. He confirms what I’ve been hearing for some time now. And just to make the cheese more binding, he was released with a dishonourable discharge because of his drug problem. The military’s stand on drugs is zero tolerance. It’s not hard to understand. In a war setting, nobody needs a guy who may be zonked out of his tree at a time that could be crucial to the well-being of the unit. He cannot be considered as reliable. He has many, if not all of the attributes of PTSD. Recently, while shopping with his very pregnant wife, he heard a loud bang, and he freaked out. He tried to take a very pregnant wife down to “safety,” out of what he perceived to be an extremely hazardous situation. Her comment was something to the effect of, “Now I understand.” The dishonourable discharge means that DVA can now go ahead and crap all over him. They are quick to use it as an excuse to evade the responsibility of treating him. His obvious medical attention must be dealt with. Their refusal to treat him could well be a reason why, in time, men are no longer so eager to put their lives on the line. Why enlist to be so ill treated? Our government, in trying to deal with the budget short-fall, is doing it on the backs of men who have served. Robert W. Stirling, Maple Ridge Letters on this page have been edited for space. For longer versions, or more letters to the editor visit... www.mrtimes.com – Click on Opinion, or search the writers’ names.
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Alert people in the Maple Meadows industrial park area are being credited with ending a 21-year-old Surrey woman’s alleged crime spree, which included smashing into a police cruiser. Ridge Meadows RCMP spotted what was believed to be a stolen rental pickup truck in downtown Maple Ridge about 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 7, explained Cpl. Alanna Dunlop. The vehicle was “covertly” followed to a 203rd Street convenience store. But before Mounties could stop the driver or immobilize the truck, the woman “managed to drive away quickly,” Dunlop said. “Despite the fact the driver collided with one of the police vehicles, police did not pursue as it would have created a very dangerous situation,” she elaborated, noting that all local police were quickly alerted that the pickup was heading towards Golden Ears Bridge. While fleeing, however, the driver of the pickup apparently collided with a
dump truck in Pitt Meadows. “This is where the citizens in the area helped make the arrest,” Dunlop said. The woman was witnessed running from the crash scene and into the industrial area just east of the bridge. Police subsequently learned she had called for a taxi to help make good her escape. This time officers were able to intercept the cab, move in, and arrest the suspect. Laetitia Angelique Acera has been charged with possession of stolen property, fraud, dealing with identity documents without lawful excuse, personation, resisting a peace officer, dangerous driving, failing to remain at the scene of an accident, and breach of conditions of a recognizance. She was released on bail Jan. 12, and is set to be back in Port Coquitlam provincial court to fix a date for trial on Jan. 28.
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In other police news, Ridge Meadows RCMP are reminding the public to be alert and use extra caution when sharing the road with horseback riders. The local police have received reports that cars are travelling too fast and close to the horses. Police are recommending motorists slow to 15 km/h and leave two metres (6.5-feet) between the car and horse and rider.
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Ridge Meadows Search and Rescue members Claude Morin (left) and Mike Day helped out with tree chipping efforts over the first two weekends of the year.The chipping efforts are a joint project with the 1st Haney Scout Troop.
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Jan 21: Open mic
• Kanaka Creek Coffee, at 24155 102nd Ave., host an open mic night from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Featuring Irishinspired folk-rock band Shades of Green. Info: 604-463-6727.
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Scott McConkey an d Bruce MacDonald Rick Moyer/TIMES of the Urban Lumb helped Harry Hoog erjack Tree Services e Elementary durin g the school’s recen t tree chipping efforts, held over tw o weeks in early Jan uary.
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Laura Cherrille, (right and below) executive director of the Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, was at the Quit Smoking health forum held Jan. 13, in the lobby of The ACT. Donations to the smoking cessation event was by donation to the foundation.
• Cinema Politica presents the documentary: Gently Whispering the Circle Back at 7 p.m. at Maple Ridge City hall. The film explores the journey of healing, in a people wounded by the Canadian Indian residential school system. More info: www.cinemapolitica.org.
Jan 26 : Workshop
• Discover the art of pouring liquid watercolour with Leslie Redhead during the first of a two-day Garibaldi Art Club workshop at the ACT. The workshop continues on Feb. 2. The workshop runs both days from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and costs $180. Registration: Lynn at 604-462-8380.
Jan 27: Weavers
• Whonnock Weavers and Spinners holds a meeting at the Whonnock Lake Centre at 7:30 p.m. Visitors, guests, or those interested in becoming new members are all welcome. Info: Marie at 604-462-9059.
Jan 27: Support Group
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Raelene Wilson (right, in photo on the left), a representative of the Loyal Protestant Association, presented Annika Polegato, executive director of Alouette Addiction Services, with a grant of $5,000 to help fund education and awareness programs to students of School District #42. Meanwhile, (picture to the left) MLA Doug Bing, Friends In Need Food Bank executive director Mary Robson, Friends board member Linda Lawrence, Nancy Nagy, and MLA Marc Dalton were all on hand when the province presented an $85,000 gaming grant to the food bank recently.
• Golden Ears Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Support Group meets the last Tuesday of every month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Family Education and Support Centre, 22554, Lougheed Hwy. For information, call: Nikki at 778-839-3373, or Candace, at 604-836-7832.
Jan 28: Mousetrap
• Thomas Haney Secondary’s award-winning Sightlines Theatre presents Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, The Mousetrap. Curtain is at 7 p.m. and tickets can be reserved for pick up by calling 604463-2001, or bought at the school from cast members. The show also runs on Jan. 29 and 30, with a matinee on the Jan. 28.
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Canine health
Brushing a dog’s teeth daily definitely deters dental disease
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ith February fast approaching, which is national pet dental month, it is time to think about our dog’s oral health. The American Veterinary Dental Society estimates that dental disease is the number one health concern of pets affecting 80 per cent of dogs and 70 per cent of cats. Not surprising, as most people do not brush their pet’s teeth. Poor oral hygiene not only causes bad breath, but can lead to tooth loss, painful abscesses, and difficulty eating. It all starts with a combination of food, saliva, and bacteria forming plaque on the teeth. Soon it mineralizes and becomes tartar. As tartar builds along the gumline it causes destruction of the tooth’s support structures and can allow for bacteria to enter the body and spread to organs such as the kidneys and heart.
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A seven-year-old Maltese-cross named Lily had her teeth cleaned recently. A complete dental cleaning is usually required if your pet has dental disease. This procedure is done under anesthetic to allow for cleaning of not only the surface of the tooth, but also under the gumline, where the majority of bacteria and tartar are found. The teeth are then polished to smooth the rough surface which reduces the chances of more plaque formation soon after cleaning. If deep pockets are found on some teeth – which can be painful – then deeper cleaning is required. If some teeth are loose or
abscessed, they often need to be removed to resolve the pain and infection. Cleaning without anesthetic is generally only very superficial and does not address deeper problems that your pet may be experiencing. Occasionally, these nonanesthetic dental cleanings are offered by some mobile technicians. However, in addition to being performed illegally, they are often doing the pet a disservice by cleaning only the visible surface of the tooth and leaving deeper painful areas. This type of cleaning is not recommended by
the American Veterinary Dental Society. If the pet is in good health and is given intravenous fluids, safe anesthesia, and professional monitoring, then there is very minimal risk. Once you have your pet’s teeth cleaned it is important to keep them that way. This may involve eating one of the prescribed dental diets, daily brush-
ing, and chewing on dental treats that reduce tartar buildup. Regular followup exams of the pet’s teeth are also important. Early diagnosis and treatment are the best defence against serious dental disease. If you have concerns about your pet, February is the time to come in for a complimentary assessment of your pet’s oral health.
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KATIE’S PLACE When AURORA first arrived at Katie’s Place, after being turned away by another rescues, she spent most of her time hiding in a small hidey hole. She also looked pretty scruffy. Her face was dirty and her coat was coarse. She was abandoned by her owner because he claimed that she was acting erratic and frantic for the last few months, constantly chewing on her back end. As it turns out Aurora had fleas and that is what caused this behaviour. She has not acted this way since coming to us. Aurora is a sweet, gentle soul who just needs a few moments to warm up to you. And if you see her now you would barely recognize her. She looks beautiful. Aurora would do best in a home with no other cats, she likes dogs, and would probably do well with older children. Aurora is a gem. Plain and simple. Oh and she loves cat nip.
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CARLOS is a handsome black cat. He was in another shelter where no one was interested in this poor guy. He’s black and he’s 14 years old, neither makes him a highly adoptable cat. The other shelter also told us that Carlos can be quite crotchety. At Katie’s Place we really haven’t seen that side of Carols. He enjoys human attention and will gladly take any loving you are willing to give. Carlos came to us in pretty rough shape. He had an ear infection, desperately needed some grooming, was underweight and anemic. We think that would make anyone crotchety. Carols is definitely a candidate for a permanent foster situation. He just needs a soft lap to curl up on and not much else. Carlos is fine with the other cats, avoids any confrontation and has really beautiful green eyes. He’s had a hard life, and deserves the exact opposite now.
CHALET is another senior who is about 14 years old and can be adopted as a permanent foster. She came to us from another shelter as they were worried about her health. As it turns out Chalet is quite healthy for her age. When Chalet first came to us she was a feisty little girl that would ignore the other cats in her room, but she would not back down if challenged. Chalet seems to be losing hope in finding a real, forever home. Some of her original spunkiness is starting to fade. This gal loves people and would do anything to be loved right back by her very own family. We want to find Chalet a home before she loses all hope. Chalet needs a soft lap, a sunny window sill and a human that appreciates her. She will repay you tenfold. Someone out there needs a sweet little old lady by the name of Chalet to warm up their home.
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FLORIN is just a baby. He came into the shelter with his sister Tuppence and Shilling. What can we say Florin is like any other kitten. He loves to play, climb on things, play with the tails of the older cats in his room, and knock things over. We were hoping all three babies would be adopted together but unfortunately this did not happen and Florin was left behind when Tuppence and Shilling found their forever home. This could be because Florin is definitely the shyest of the bunch. It will take some time to convince him that humans are ok and that he can trust us completely. He’s still young enough to learn that lesson. Florin will need to go home with another cat that can keep him company and amuse him. Florin is a sweet little guy, he just needs some love and patience, and lots of cat toys.
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Sports Ramblers win all The Maple Ridge Secondary Ramblers senior girls basketball team took top prize on the weekend after winning all three of their games at a tournament at Samuel Robertson Technical Secondary. Playing with only six team members, the girls defeated SRT, Burnaby Central, and Robert Bateman Secondary. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”
Soccer successes
A number of West Coast Auto Group Football Club teams are experiencing a variety of successes so far this season. Among the notables, the Men’s Prenier Team is currently in first place in the Fraser Valley Soccer League, and the men’s U21 team is currently in second place. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”
Ridge Meadows Flames posted one win and one loss on the weekend.
Flames win, lose Ridge Meadows Flames hockey squad posted a win against Port Moody at home on Friday night, by a score of 4-3. The celebration was short-lived though, as the next night the Flames fell 4-3 in overtime to Abbotsford. They return home to Planet Ice this Friday against Aldergrove. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”
Scotties begin The BC Women’s Scotties Provincial Curling Championships curling competition kicks off tomorrow night at Golden Ears Winter Club. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”
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Pitt displays its force at Air Show The annual invitational was a thrill-ride as 14 different teams took part in the event. by Eric Zimmer
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High-flying hoops action was the name of the game at Pitt Meadows Secondary this past weekend, as the Pitt Meadows Marauders Air Force senior boys hoops squad played host to the 36th annual Air Show Invitational. In addition to the Marauders, teams from Collingwood, Sir Winston Churchill, Prince Rupert, Belmont, New Westminster, South Kamloops, Haida Gwaii, Centennial, returning champions from Sir Charles Tupper, Mt. Boucherie, Sentinel, South Okanagan, and Heritage Woods took part in the tournament. The Air Show has always been a home for a mix of teams, and this year was no different, as AA and AAA teams took part. The first game for the home team was held Thursday with Pitt Meadows defeating South Okanagan 63-39, and earning a chance to play in round two against Collingwood at noon on Friday, and then Sir Charles Tupper later that same evening. Pitt posted a commanding victory over Collingwood, as the Marauders took the game, 80-51. “Collingwood had no answer for us,” Marauders coach Rich Goulet said. The winning ways would continue for the Marauders, as they posted a win of 74-52 over Tupper, and advanced to the championship game against Churchill.
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Pitt Meadows Marauders Air Force senior boys basketball team hosted their annual Air Show tournament this past weekend. They went undefeated until the championship showdown with Sir Winston Churchill Secondary on Saturday. Up 21-16 at the quarter, the This made for a great game, final game looked to be in the but it was things like missed free Marauders’ favour, and by the throws, and some critical turntime the game reached the halfway overs that allowed Churchill to mark, they held an encouraging win, the coach told the TIMES on Sunday. lead of 40-33. But Goulet remains upbeat. But it was not to be. “For us, it’s a positive in Churchill regained ground in the sense that we haven’t the second half, until with 3:30 played that well this year, left in the game, just a single More and we haven’t played point separated the two teams. Photos Online that well against basically In the end, it was ultimately what are top teams, such as Churchill who took game – and Churchill,” he said. tournament – by a score of 71-68. “We have not had a major prob“I think it was a good game for lem scoring most of this year,” us win or lose,” Goulet said of Goulet said, noting the team typthe final. “We led probably 70 per ically sees its scoring totals in the cent of the time, but then we let 70s and 80s. “But our defence is them come back at the beginning small, and people will take advanof the third quarter, and then it tage of that.” went back and forth.” www.mrtimes.com
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Goulet said some changes that were made in how the team operates were made around Christmas. He credited this with helping his boys get as far as they did. Much of the change had to do with defence, and the “idea that we’re going to keep our small players on the outside checking people and keep our big guys inside getting rebounds,” he said. The team also changed its starting lineup “so we’re bigger on the floor, and that has made a huge difference,” Goulet added. Averaging 33 points and 20 rebounds a game at the Air Show, Grade 12 Marauder Graham Smith was named MVP, while his teammate Jordan Murley was named as an all-star.
Jumping and tumbling
Club posts solid start to gymnastics season
Local gymnasts made an impact at a competition in Langley this weekend.
New Quantum Gymnastics Club member Teagan Kuznak “wowed” her fellow teammates with a fourth place finish on the trampoline, during the club’s first competition of
the year at the Flip City Invitational in Langley this past weekend. It was just one of a number of top results the club posted in the categories of trampoline, double-mini, and tumbling. Madyson Dunster took first place in tumbling, and took second place in double-mini. Julia Power scored second in the double-
mini, while Jessica Franklin took third. Makayla Tabb posted a fourth-place finish in tumbling. “All of the athletes had an amazing competition,” said coach Monika Gulyas. “If this competition is any indication of the season, it’s going to be very successful for Quantum.”
•Full club results and photo at www.mrtimes.com
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