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Mobile library an important vehicle for knowledge The Bookmobile has been traveling around the district for many years reaching as broad of a spectrum of the population as possible for the Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD).

The Bookmobile provides convenient, regular services for those who live in rural areas without a library branch.

“Within our region, lifestyle means that many live away from the city. These residents give up convenience but they still value library services. The Bookmobile levels the playing field,” comments Marc Saunders, TNRD director of Libraries. “It is through the public library that many get an informal education. This learning process is supported by the Bookmobile.”

Library cardholders can borrow books for up to 28 days, magazines, movies and music for 14 days as well as place holds on items for pick up

at the scheduled stops. Library cards are available for free to anyone who lives in the ThompsonNicola Regional District. It offers access to the entire collection in the Library System for your pleasure.

The Bookmobile itself carries a wide variety of literary genres and resources that the public can browse through and borrow. There is something for everyone!

This is a valued service by many residents living in the region and indeed fulfills a mission of providing resources for a lifetime of personal growth, learning and enjoyment. There are many who enjoy their trip to the Bookmobile and those with fond childhood memories of staring at the large number of books in the beloved small space.

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of the central interior of British Columbia that the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Library System serves. There are many stops for the Bookmobile during its travels of over 25,000 km a year and visiting an additional 20 communities in between it’s 13 branch locations.

For more information on the Bookmobile and Audiobook Service contact the Library Administration Centre at 374-8866 or toll free at 1-877-377-8673. A copy of the schedule and the locations for the Bookmobile can be picked up at any library branch or visit online at tnrdlib.ca In an era of the Kindle and what may seem a throwback in time and technology, our region’s Bookmobile shows that there is still a demand for library services and that the printed word won’t be left in the rear view mirror.

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Fundraising dance in memory of soccer legend The family of Errol Wild has established the date for a second annual fundraising dance in memory of the Kamloops’ soccer legend that passed away in 2009.

The dance is scheduled for Saturday, March 9 at the Ukrainian Hall in North Kamloops.

The function will kick off at 7:30pm and will feature music by Tony’s DJ. There’ll be a silent auction and late night snacks will be served.

Tickets are selling at just $20 each and can be purchased at Hansport,

the soccer shop on 8th Avenue in NorKam, or from Errol’s sister Carly or her husband Claude at 250-573-5280 or email croyer@ tru.ca.

Proceeds from the dance will go toward supporting annual scholarship awards that are given out each year by the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association and Thompson Rivers University in Errol’s name and to support the re-emergence of the Kamloops Heat men’s soccer team.

Wild was just 49 when he succumbed to kidney failure as a

complication of diabetes and heart problems.

During his lifetime, he devoted much of his free time to coaching, managing and administering numerous soccer teams at various age levels. For the last few years of his life, he acted as the manager for the TRU men’s soccer team.

He was known as a father figure to many young soccer players and a driving force behind many Kamloops youth soccer teams who had successful runs in provincial and national competitions.

German film shot in region premieres at Berlin Film Fest The Thompson-Nicola Film Commission (TNFC) is pleased to announce that the German film Gold, which filmed throughout the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) last summer, including locations in Kamloops, Cache Creek and the Big Bar area west of Clinton, will premiere February 9 at this year’s Berlin Film Festival.

Victoria Weller, executive director of Film for the TNFC, will attend the screening of Gold in Berlin, where she will also promote filming in the TNRD. “We are partnering with Canadian and German-based film

and tourism partners to help leverage this opportunity to promote the film as well as TNRD locations and attractions depicted in the movie,” said Weller.

According to Weller, the film, which had a total budget of $2.5 million, “dropped an estimated $500,000 into the TNRD economy.”

Gold, which takes place in the summer of 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush, was written and directed by Germany’s Thomas Arslan. It stars renowned German actors Nina Hoss, Marko Mandic, Uwe Bohn and Peter Kurth, and includes Kamloops-

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based artist-turned- actor Ken Wells. Gold’s executive producer, Vancouver’s Henrik Meyer of Red Cedar Films, also produced the Swiss film Shana that filmed in the Lower Nicola and Merritt last year.

“We’re excited about this film because international audiences will be exposed to the actual historic Gold Rush Trail and real locations will be identified by their names, which will help promote awareness of our region,” said Peter Milobar, chairman of

the TNFC. Arslan said he chose Big Bar because, “it is so beautiful and matched exactly what we were looking for and it has many types of locations, such as dry areas like the Fraser River, desert, wooded areas and plateaus.” Producer Florian Koerner von Gustorf also had high praise for the area’s diverse locales: “We filmed at 49 different locations, all within a half-hour and very accessible, which is very important when filming.”

The Aboriginal Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity Partners Council of B.C. is pleased to announce the 2013 B.C. Aboriginal Provincial Track and field Development Camp will be hosted by the Kamloops Track and Field Club and Tk’emlups Indian Band, on February 15 at the Tournament Capital Centre.

Sanctioned by B.C. Athletics, this one-day camp is for Aboriginal youth, ages ten to 18, who want to hone existing skills, learn new ones and experience various track

and field events while gaining quality coaching and instruction in a positive, fun and professional atmosphere. The 2013 B.C. Aboriginal Provincial Track and Field Development Camp will be from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and lunch is included along with a camp t-shirt! Registration is free, but registration in advance is required.

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CHEERLEADERS LIFTING DREAMS

If you could go anywhere in the world to escape the cold, where would you go?

Wendy’s Dreamlift Day on January 30 saw many local celebrities and athletes volunteer their time at the city’s Wendy’s Restaurants to help out this great charity. TRU cheerleaders Mikayla Levy and Meaghan Blakely worked the grill at the North Shore Wendy’s.

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I’ve always wanted to go I’m going to say Mexico because there are to Australia. I love their beaches, it sounds great accent and the country and it’s inexpensive! and people seems very laid back and peaceful.

Liederkreis Choir seeks new singers The German “Liederkreis” Choir is a group of seniors of German speaking background that have a lot of fun together. This mixed choir entertains in senior homes and care facilities such as Senior Village, Bedford Manor, Overlander Residential Care and Pine Grove Care Centre. All residents enjoy the music, not only those speaking German.

“People really respond well,” says choir member Heidi Colasanti. “We really enjoy singing together and choose music according to the season.”

Most of the choir members are in their seventies and eighties. The

choir is currently seeking other German speaking people in the community to come out and join them. The first practice will take place at Cottonwood Senior Centre on Thursday, February 7, at 1:30pm and will be followed by a practice every

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On January 26 at the Henry Grube Centre, Larry Read, sports information officer for TRU, read to a group of children as part of Family Literacy Day.

RCMP Commander announces retirement It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement next month from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police after nearly 27 years of service - the last eight years of which have been here in the great City of Kamloops.

What I am very clear about is the pride I have in the RCMP and our staff in Kamloops and the work we’ve done as a team to make the city a safer community.

We’ve reduced crime and worked with the community to resolve issues that have led to a tighter bond amongst citizens.

We introduced worldrenowned crime reduction strategies that have helped to keep organized crime and gangs out of Kamloops. We engaged the community and our partners in issue resolution and set clear expectations for the future, allowing us to build strong personal relationships here in Kamloops. Our combined efforts have allowed us to create a department that functions with continuous improvement at its core.

I have enjoyed the role of serving our community as your chief of police, and retiring from the RCMP is not an easy decision.

I have reached the highest position with the RCMP in Kamloops and, in that time, have fallen in love with this community. You have embraced my family and me, and we will be forever grateful and loyal to Kamloops. As a family we have made a decision to remain in Kamloops, and I intend to continue volunteering my time with various organizations, includ-

ing the United Way. I am excited to announce that a tremendous opportunity has arisen for me to stay in Kamloops and to play a leadership role in the Ajax CopperGold Project, operated

by KGHM International.

Those who know me know I am passionate about the well-being of the city of Kamloops. This opportunity will allow me to work with the community to inform, consult and resolve issues related to this project.

I know this project has

its challenges and its critics, but I want to assure you I will serve in my new role with the well-being of the community in mind, something that is also very important to the company.

KGHM International wants to become a community leader and I am excited about the opportunity to work with them and guide our efforts.

I want to thank you for your support and I look forward to working with you in my new role.

Superintendent Yves Lacasse

Vancouver Indigenous Media Arts Festival In conjunction with the Kamloops Art Gallery’s 2013 exhibitions Western & Sonia Cornwall: Roundup and the Vancouver Indigenous Media Arts Festival (VIMAF), the Kamloops Film Society presents three films; The People of the Kattawapiskak River, Smoke Traders and Savage.

VIMAF aims to empower and present emerging and established Indigenous innovators of media arts in a diverse array of venues and spaces and is a world leader in the media arts community for its interventions in and commentary of historical and contemporary realities, which are grounded in its mission to push boundaries and

Savage. is one of three films that will screen at the Paramount Theatre on Thursday, February 7.

explore new forms of media production.

All three films will be playing at the Paramount Theatre, 503 Victoria Street starting at 7pm, Thursday, February 7.

Admission is $8 at the door.

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It’s hip to be square and care Service is at the heart of every Kiwanis club, no matter where in the world it’s located.

Kiwanis clubs are volunteer-based with a focus on changing the world by serving children, one child and one community at a time.

Are you ready to help children and families in your community?

Ready to change the world? Kiwanis is ready for you! Reach out to Kiwanis, let them know you’d like to join and receive a personal guest invitation. It’s an excellent way to explore Kiwanis culture and let Kiwanis members know more about you. The Kamloops club meet-

ings takeFeb. place 6 once a week on Tuesdays at noon at Desert Gardens.

Kiwanis members don’t just do service—they have fun. This is also an excellent networking opportunities for professionals.

Get involved. New members bring fresh energy and ideas and you will find an atmosphere of fun, learning and fellowship.

Register for the Kiwanis Scrabble Tournament by calling Desert Gardens at 250372-5110 or contact Roger at 250-374-2316.

For more information on the Kiwanis Club of Kamloops visit kamloopskiwanis.org.

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The entry fee for the tournament is $25 per player and the money raised will go to the Eliminate Project.

Kiwanis International and UNICEF have joined forces in this global service project, to eradicate maternal and neonatal tetanus (MNT) and reach the poorest, most neglected mothers and babies with lifesaving health care. MNT is a deadly disease that steals the lives of nearly 60,000 innocent babies and a significant number of women each year. The effects of the disease are excruciating — tiny newborns suffer painful convulsions and are extreme sensitivity to light and touch. To eliminate MNT, more than 100 million mothers must be immunized to give future children the chance to learn, experience, dream, grow, succeed and thrive.

This requires vaccines, syringes, safe storage, transportation, thousands of skilled staff and more.

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A, E, I, N, R, S and T. If you’ve played some recreational Scrabble you already know that these are the most useful tiles. These are the most commonly used letters in English and therefore combine with other letters to form thousands of words.

Kiwanis Club of Kamloops is taking the boxed board game beyond the kitchen table pastime to a competitive two-ontwo tournament version of the game to raise money for a global service project.

Capture the feel of a high level Scrabble tournament on Monday, February 11 from 7:00pm until 10:00pm at Desert Gardens, located at 540 Seymour Street. Word wizards will rack ‘em up and show off their creativity and finesse when they face-off in two-on-two matches with fellow lovers of learning and language. The main differences in rules between living room Scrabble and tournament Scrabble is the use of a clock. After two 40-minute rounds, the winners of the Kiwanis Scrabble tournament will walk away with fabulous prizes and of course, bragging rights. Everyone will come away with a warm fuzzy feeling having met new people and knowing that they have contributed to an

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Major funding for AIDS Outreach in Kamloops Two Kamloops societies are receiving Community Gaming Grants from the B.C. government worth a total of $218,000.

The organizations receiving grants are Kamloops Wildlife Park Society - $150,000 and Kamloops Aids Society - $68,000.

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Kamloops Symphony presents A Joyful Noyse Saturday, February 9 at 7:30 pm at Sagebrush Theatre.

Soprano soloist Marie-JosĂŠe Lord joins the Kamloops Symphony on the Sagebrush Theatre stage for A Joyful Noyse on Saturday, February 9.

Ms. Lord was born in Haiti and adopted by a Canadian couple in rural QuÊbec at the age of six. Early music studies in piano and violin eventually led her to discover her voice and embark on the path that brought her to a professional opera debut as LiÚ in OpÊra de QuÊbec’s Turandot in 2003. Several awards, many opera roles and solo appearances soon followed. Her first solo CD won her a FÊlix in the category of Album of the YearClassical Vocal in 2011.

Marie-JosÊe will perform Les nuits d’ÊtÊ (Summer Nights), Op.7, a song cycle by the French composer, Hector Berlioz.

The finale is Gounod’s Symphony #1. Charles Gounod was one of the most brilliant French composers of the 19th century. Gounod had a bent for both music and painting, both of which he inherited from his

parents. However, one fateful day, Charles Gounod went with his mother to a performance of Rossini’s Othello, which fomented his passion for music and consequently tempted him into choosing music over painting. The entire gamut of Gounod’s work includes numerous operas, oratorios, symphonies as well as several chamber music compositions.

Program and ticket information is available on Kamloops Symphony website at kamloopssymphony.com.

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Now is a great time to clean out your medicine cabinet! The BC Pharmacy Association (BCPhA) and the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) urge residents to return their old medications to their local pharmacy to protect themselves, their families and the environment.

Ralph Lai, president of the BCPhA stated, “British Columbians can return these medications to pharmacies across the province at no cost.

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The Kamloops DISH Society invites men and women alike to three benefit performances of Eve Ensler's

VAGINA

MONOLOGUES VDAY KAMLOOPS 2013

Thursday, February 14 Friday, February 15 Saturday, February 16 Top rejected candy heart sayings

The places I’ve been I have been in many places, but I’ve never been in Cahoots.

Apparently, you can’t go alone.

You have to be in Cahoots with someone.

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I’ve also never been in Cognito. I hear no one recognizes you there.

I have, however, been in Sane.

They don’t have an airport; you have to be driven there. I have made several trips there, thanks to my friends, family and work.

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Silent auction each night, unique fundraising ideas and super fun vagina-friendly merchandise.

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I would like to go to Conclusions, but you have to jump, and

Economist Valentine’s Day cards 4. You raise my interest rate thirty basis points without a corresponding drop off in consumer enthusiasm.

3. Let’s raise housing starts together.

2. You stoke the animal spirits of my market.

1. Despite your decade of inflation, I still love you.

I’m not too much on physical activity anymore.

I have also been in Doubt. That is a sad place to go, and I try not to visit there too often.

I’ve been in Flexible, but only when it was very important to stand firm.

Sometimes I’m in Capable, and I go there more often as I’m getting older.

One of my favorite places to be is in Suspense! It really gets the adrenalin flowing and pumps up the old heart!

At my age I need all the stimuli I can get!

And, sometimes I think I am in Vincible, but life shows me I am not!

HOW I LOVE YOU

MORE AND MORE EACH DAY

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Take your pick from a wide variety of cool events!

■■ Jo Wyers’ GREEN with feature artists to Feb. 7 at the Wilson House Gallery, 115 Tranquille Rd. Gallery hours: Mon. to Fri. from 1:30 to 5pm.

■■ BIG Little Science Centre, 985 Holt St. Feb. 9: Static Show at 11am and 1:30pm. Our most requested interactive show. Is it time for your science centre hairdo? FMI contact 250-5542572.

■■ Kamloops Storm vs Chase on Feb. 9 at 7pm. FMI call 250.376.0990.

■■ International Days at TRU from Feb. 4 to 8. Keynote speaker Colin Angus, guest scholars from around the world, workshops, art works, musical performances, international films, food fair and an international Showcase! All events are free and all welcome. FMI visit www.tru.ca/internationaldays.

■■ Valentine Luncheon for all Royal Inland Hospital Retirees on Feb. 8 from 11:30am to 1pm at ABC Country Restaurant, 1835 Rogers Way. RSVP by Feb. 4. Call Marnie at 250-828-2724.

■ Theatre Sports for Kids with Vance Schneider on Feb. 9 from 9am to 12pm at Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. Course #204024. Ages 8+.

To register contact 250-828-3500 or at www.kamloops.ca/ezreg.

■ Kamloops Indoor Granfondo and Family Festival on Feb. 10 from 10am to 4pm at TCC. Proceeds to benefit the MS Society of Canada. FMI contact Alex de Chantal at 250-828-3828 or adechantal@kamloops.ca. To

■ Mount Paul United Church Thrift Shop open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 3pm at 140 Laburnum St. FMI contact 250-376-2261.

■ CN Railroaders Crib night meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7pm at the Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. Admission $1, includes tea, coffee and goodies. Everyone is welcome.

■ Kamloops Stroke Recovery You can support a variety of Group invites people who have areas of interest including suffered a stroke and their careorganizations and projects givers to their meetings the 2nd, that help youth and education.

3rd, and 4th Thursday of the Make athe donation Out to change worldtoday!

Bailey’s Pub, 1050 8th Street, will month from 10:30am-1pm, for various activities and field trips. welcome punk legend singer/guitarist Joey Keithley on 250-434-6995 Friday, February| www.kamloopsfoundation.com 15. Joey will be fronting D.O.A.’s farewell tour concerts as he prepares FMI call 250-320-1348. to make the switch from punk-rock to politics. DOA started in 1978, ■ Kamloops Family History has released 13 albums and has toured all over the world. The band Society meetings on the 4th has supported a number of causes over the years ranging from Thurs. of each month (Sept. to environmental issues to women’s rights to anti-war movements.

May) from 7 to 9 pm at Heritage House Riverside Park. All are register visit www.kamloopsgran- 376-0990 or visit: www.ksra.ca. welcome. FMI call 250-372fondo.ca.

■ Sip and Knit at The Noble Pig 5679 ■ Excelsior Rebekah Lodge #23 Brewhouse, 650 Victoria St on the ■ Darts every Thurs. from 7 - Introduction of new officers for first Mon. of the month at 5pm. to 9:30pm at Eagles Hall, 755 2013 at 7pm and Slate for General FMI contact Kamloops Art Gallery Tranquille Rd. FMI contact 250Meeting at 7:30pm on Feb. 12. at 250-377-2400.

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General Meeting on Feb. 26 at ■ Badminton at OLPH Gym ■ Advocates for Urban 7:30pm at 423 Tranquille Rd. every Tues. at 7pm. 235 Poplar St. Wildlife Kamloops welcomes ■ Love Letters on Feb. 13 to 16 Small fee. FMI contact Robert at like-minded individuals interestYouHouse can support variety of at the Stage Theatre, a 422 250-579-0193. ed in joining a growing moveareas of interest including Tranquille Rd. 2pm matinees daily ■ Moose Lodge 1552, 730 ment towards safely co-existing and projects Cottonwood Ave. open daily at urban wildlife. FMI: advocatesand 7:30pmorganizations each evening. Tickets Meat draws Fri. at 7pm forurbanwildlife@telus.net or help seniors and 11am. heritage. available at that Kamloops Live! Box and Sat. at 3pm. New members 250-573-3483.

Office 250-374-5483.

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250-434-6995 Central| www.kamloopsfoundation.com every Thurs. from 8 to 11pm at on Feb. 15 to 17 and Mar. 8 to ■ North Shore 10 for ages 14 and up. To sign up Community Association meets the Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd. at Mount Paul United Church, Everyone welcome. Equipment visit: www.bcsoccer.net.

■■ Small-sided Referee Clinics 140 Laburnum, on the first provided. Musicians bring your Tuesday of the month. FMI: own guitars and amps. FMI 250on April 6 and 13. FMI or to sign 250-554-9949.

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horoscopes

Your Horoscope AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Sudden changes concerning coworkers may surprise you. Don’t point your finger unjustly at others. Make changes regarding your status in society. Don’t be afraid to make a move if you aren’t happy with your emotional situation.

PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Look into attending seminars that can expand your perception. You may want to get involved in some kind of creative group. Not everyone will be pleased with your plans. You should be able to tie up loose ends this week.

ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Try not to upset others with your plans. You’ll find it difficult to control your emotions. Look before you leap. Keep tabs on your spending.

TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Think about your priorities. First find out if they’re married. You will be up and down emotionally. You can help a close friend find solutions to personal problems.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Be up front if you don’t want to be embarrassed. Use discretion in your dealings and refrain from making verbal promises of any kind. You will be highly entertaining when in contact with your lover.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Someone may be trying to damage your reputation. Find out all you can; secret enemies may lead you astray. Your partner may blame you for everything. Business conducted in your own office will proceed smoothly.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You can learn valuable information if you listen and observe what others are doing and saying. You need to keep the peace and you will have to bend in order to do so. Try to calm down emotionally about personal financial matters.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Overindulgence will be a problem if you are out in a social setting. Opportunities to pamper yourself may unfold. You will meet a person who may turn out to be more than just a friend. You need to get down to basics with regard to yourself.

LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) You need an outlet that will not only stimulate you but also challenge your intelligence as well. Talk to others about your plans. You may feel a need to make changes to your legal documents.

People you live with will not be terribly happy with you regardless of what you do this week.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Be sure to sidestep those who are eccentric or unpredictable. Try not to be too harsh with loved ones; there will always be two sides to an Issue. Don’t take offense at comments made by coworkers.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Get involved in philosophic groups that will enlighten you. A need to express yourself may come out in creative ways. You need to fulfill your needs and pre sent your talents.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Rewards for past good deeds will be yours. You will tend to overeat this week. Get busy. If you’re feeling uncertain, spend some time alone and reevaluate your motives as well as your needs.

Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com

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We had so much positive response to my Dad’s experience with new hearing aids that we just wanted to encourage people to rethink their own hearing situtation. For those of you who don’t know the story - even though my father had hearing aids we replace them with ones that have newer technology.

Our mission has always been to help you get the best out of your hearing aids but we would be remiss if we didn’t let you know that the new hearing aids are now capable of so much more.

Our clients consistantly tell us that the new hearing aids are the best they’ve ever worn. They’re lightweight, more comfortable and have clarity that they’ve never experience before.

They now understand so much more than what they used to hear.

We would love to answer all of your questions and give you more information. We can arrange to sit down with you and your loved ones - just give us a call and book a no obligation consultation.

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