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Spoiled for choice this Halloween The North Shore Business Improvement Association wants to make trick or treating fun, easy—and most of all— safe! The 4th Annual Treat Street starts on Monday, October 31 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm with so many businesses are participating this year.

Wander along Tranquille Road and collect candies from South Tranquille Market, Findlay’s Vacuum and Sewing, Interior Crafts and Hobbies, Big Don’s Super Pawn, and Norkam Lock and Cycle.

Check out the Brock safe space for trick or Shopping Centre where treating are Valley First Serendipity Salon and Spa Credit Union, Canadian and Flutterby’s Thrift Shop Tire, The Fun Factor, will have Fortune Shopping Centre, s o m e Hub International, goodies Horizon Dental (located for your at Unit 1-760 Mayfair l i t t l e Street), H e a t h e r ’s goblins Fabric Shelf, Donna’s and ghouls.

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(L-R) Sue Pare, Kenna McKenna and Heather Fagervik of Heather’s Fabric Shelf were the winners of last year’s Treat Street best decorated business!

For more information, visit: www.nsbia.com/ treat-street. Refer to their Facebook page or turn to page 7 to check out the map.

Can’t wait for October 31? There are lots of over events leading up to Halloween!

Check out the Gardengate’s 11th Annual Pumpkins of Light Festival on Thursday, October 27 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm.

Cam MacQuarrie has been helping out Interior Crafts prepare for Treat Street. He is known around the shop as the web master.

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Hosted by Open Door Group’s Gardengate Horticulture Program, this free, family-friendly event will be a hoot! Meander through the garden and down a ghostly pathway illuminated by hundreds of Jack O’ Lanterns that have been carved by Kamloops locals. Refreshments are limited so don’t wait! The festival is located on 915 Southill Street.

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Kamloops Heritage Railway’s train manager Jordan Popadynetz was on hand for Heritage Days at Tranquille Farm Fresh with a display offering information about the 2141 stream train and Kamloops Heritage Railway events. Heritage Days was held on October 15 and 16 and featured a tractor pull, vintage cars and parade, corn chucking and much more.

Police looking for tips on scammers targeting senior Recently, a Kamloops woman received a phone call from a woman who began to ask her questions about her banking in Kamloops. The scam artist then said she was from the Royal Bank and requested the Kamloops senior to withdraw $4800, stating her bank account was compromised.

Further instructions were given to the senior included to put the money in an envelope and then describe her route from her home to the bank. The senior withdrew the money, but took a different route. The male scam artist spoke with another elderly female and began asking questions about the money. When he learned it wasn’t their target, he left. This meeting occurred on 8th Street near Westminster Avenue at approximately 12:25 pm on October 21. The male was described as a Caucasian male, 45 to 50 years old, about 5’8” tall, medium build, clean shaven, wearing a tweed hat,

dark coloured clothing and iden- Kamloops RCMP at 250-828- are asked to provide your credit tified himself as Mr. Wilcox.

3000, call 911 or Crime Stoppers card number or provide your Police are very concerned with at 1-800-222-8477. financial institution information, the escalation of this scam art- “Always remember though, if it’s a scam.”

For more information on avoidist’s behavior and are seeking the person asks you to withtips from the public. Anyone draw money and meet them ing scams, visit the Canadian with information is asked to call somewhere, it’s a scam. If you Anti-Fraud Centre online.

Haunted houses, Halloween parties and more! advance, as it is sure to sell out! Call 250-574-7474 for The 5th Annual Norkam ticket information.

Haunted House and Bake Tk’emlups te Secwepemc Sale runs on Friday, October Annual Kids Halloween Party 28 and Saturday, October 29 is happening on Friday, October from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. Fun 28 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at for one and all! Please bring Moccasin Square Gardens. The a (minimum) $2.00 donation. event is open to TteS Band Come out for some Halloween members and their families. fun and treats!

The event promises to be a Don’t forget, on October scream, with “creepy cupcakes, 28, 29 and 30th celebrate the pizza and candy bags, fearsome Corn Maze Extravanganza at fireworks, hair-raising Haunted Tranquille Farm Fresh and House and an all ages costume Dr. Padova’s Haunted House. contest.” For more informaIt runs from 5:30 to 9:30 pm! tion, please contact Social Be sure to get your tickets in Development at 250-828-9810.

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Okay, so not exactly the North Shore—but Boo at the Zoo is going to be a “spooktacular” Halloween at the BC Wildlife Park! The Park, home to over 40 wildlife species, is offering animal encounters, haunted maze, a spider scavenger hunt, a magic show with Uncle Chris the Clown and stories at the witches’ corner. Trick or Treat in the park from October 28 to 30 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.

Halloween is always a ghoulishly good time for kids of all ages! Be safe, have fun and don’t eat too much candy!

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Past year expensive for taxpayers says MP McLeod MP Cathy McLeod says this past year has been a very expensive year for taxpayers.

“When I reflect on the one year anniversary of the Liberal government, I’m struck by their record of economic mismanagement, higher taxes and sense of entitlement,” said McLeod. “Justin Trudeau began breaking promises almost immediately after taking office.”

“His modest deficit actually turned into borrowing three times more than was promised. His pledge for a tax cut for small business and plan to make taxes revenue- neutral, simply haven’t materialized,” stated McLeod.

“Now we need to prepare for a whopping CPP tax hike and a carbon tax is on the way.”

“Despite all the spending done by this government,

the Bank of Canada, the IMF and the OECD have all downgraded their forecasts for Canada for this year and the next,” stated McLeod. “The economy is stagnant and good jobs are in short supply.

Further, the cost of living is going up. It’s harder for Canadians to afford a home and new federal

rules announced this month mean fewer will be able to get a mortgage.”

“People who worked in the oil patch are suffering and those in the forest industry need to prepare for the repercussions from the failed softwood lumber agreement,” said McLeod “From my experience, most governments would

consider changing course at this point. It appears the Liberals are prepared to double down, ready to announce even more massive new spending in the coming week,” concluded McLeod. “This government is digging us deeper into a hole of their own making and Canadians are worried.”

Tech event for the blind and partially sighted The Canadian Council of the Blind brought under the CCB National umbrella (CCB) BC-Yukon Division in partner- as another consumer driven service and ship with Get Together With Technology participation initiative.

Program (GTT) are hosting a free event on GTT empowers members of the blind October 26 at the DoubleTree by Hilton and visually impaired community by sharfrom 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the Yellow Head ing information about assistive tools, stratRoom. Blind and partially sighted partici- egies, and technology to help gain equal pants are invited to share their experiences access to information, download audio using assisted technologies in their every- books, music, and other reading materials day lives at school, work and home. Get through accessible Library Services, and Together with Technology was started in use GPS for mobility and independent Ottawa, ON in 2011 by Kim Kilpatrick travel and so much more. and Ellen Goodman to give people a For more information contact Albert chance to share low and high-tech solu- Ruel at 1-877-304-0968 ext. 550 or email tions, tips, and resources, and was soon gttwest@ccbnational.net.

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Halloween horrors and the costume creative block

Ah, the Halloween season is upon us. How did that happen? Wasn’t it just summer? It’s worse than Christmas, the way it sneaks up on you.

You can’t gift card your way out of this one. You don’t want to look like one of those lastminute-costume kids, wearing a crummy t-shirt and cheap mask, holding a pillowcase out for candy. No thank you.

Nothing makes a Halloween concept shine like time and money. Better yet, a good costume should be topical. 2016 is teeming with possibilities— Trump, Clinton, a Kardashian, Beyonce, Pokemon—this would be a good year to pay tribute to Prince or Bowie.

Heck, dress up as the Grim Reaper, who has had a banner year with all the amazing artists he took to the other side.

Let’s be honest, there is nothing better than a rocking costume party. You take on the persona of the character, make friendship connections with costumed strangers and bond with the person who also came as Lindsay Lohan. The most important thing is that you never want to explain who you are trying to be.

Though I still have a soft spot for Halloween, I don’t get down and boogie like I used to. The last Halloween party I went to was a little stressful, as I had yet to throw something together in the eleventh hour.

There’s plenty of time to sort something out, I tell myself.

Although if you ask the girl behind the counter at the Halloween store, who asked about my costume as I purchased decorations for a children’s event.

“Oh, this is actually for work,

pretty clever cosI coordinate chiltumes in the past: dren’s birthday a pregnant Britparties. I don’t ney Spears with a have my costume worked out yet.” blonde wig, truck“Well, you’re runers hat and a white ning out of time,” ‘wife beater’ tank she says with that I scrawled, urgency, as if I was “Shoulda stuck a college senior with Timberlake” without a major in felt pen…with or a 50-year-old a grocery bag and PERFECTLY casually considnewspaper belly FABULOUS of course. That ering procreation. night someone Snooty witch.

Alicia Ashcroft told me that I was I’ve got all kinds of time that she the ‘hottest pregknows nothing about. What I nant chick he’d ever met’ and was lacking was the appropriate, then bought me a shot. timely gimmick.

I was once pregnant prom Many women tend to go for queen with an actual high school sexualized versions of pretty prom gown with more grocery much anything: sexy cop, doctor, bags and newspaper. teacher, nun or schoolgirl. In my Before Amy Winehouse was research, I came across a slutty a tragic train wreck, she made bee costume. A sexy Olaf (yes, for a great Halloween costume. the snowman from Disney’s With just a hair straightener, a Frozen) costume. The mind necktie and striped socks on reels. Where is the creativity? my arms, I was Avril Lavigne Halloween is the safe zone for at the height of her “Sk8r Boy” getting a bit freaky. If you want phase. I made a Nicole Richie to be a sexy kitten, then I will costume out of a skeleton suit, a suspend my disbelief and pre- red bikini, large sunglasses and a tend that cats legitimately wear white headband. I did a Jennifer lingerie. Who am I to judge?

Lopez with the hugest rear-end I’ve prided myself on some (which as far costume craftiness

Airport travel numbers steady from last September Kamloops Airport has announced the traveler impact on traveler numbers offering inexpennumbers for the month of September as compared sive flights between Edmonton and Victoria to the same period in the previous year. The percent- with a stopover in Kamloops. age of monthly travelers was down 1.9 per cent and A major project to rehabilitate the eastern poryear to date travelers increased by one per cent. tion of the main apron is nearing completion for As the airport have seen in previous months, 2016 work. The Province of BC is funding 75 per September continued a fall off of the Northern cent of the work under the BC Air Access proAlberta market as the economic consequences gram. Aircraft are expected to be using the comare seen from both the wildfire in Fort pleted portion by November 1. Work to complete McMurray and the downturn in the oil and gas the eastern portion of apron will get under way sector. The New Leaf service has lessened the in April 2017 with completion by the end of May.

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I’m refusing to let her get into my head. Still that uncertainty creeps in. Maybe I don’t have time to slap together a hilarious, fabulous, yet topical ensemble.

Oh my god, this is a nightmare.

Feeling that way this year?

Take a breath (maybe have a stiff drink—it’s nearly Halloween, why not?) Flip through a tabloid magazine and I promise you—your costume is in there— most of the costume might even be hanging in your closet.

Following my Halloween store existential crisis, I did come to a decision and I couldn’t believe I hadn’t thought of it earlier.

Kate Middleton! Prince George was newly born and it’s easy to slap on a fascinator, a posh coat and make a tin foil crown for a borrowed baby doll. Now that Prince George is a toddler, you are one pair of shorts, knee socks and a sweater vest to the cutest little ensemble ever.

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Fight influenza – get your annual flu shot!

Every year in Canada, about 12,200 people are the World Health Organization. This year’s flu hospitalized and 3,500 people die from influenza shot offers protection against two influenza A viruses (an H1N1 and an H3N2 virus) and one or its complications.

You can help yourself and those around you stay influenza B virus. For those under 18, the prehealthy, prevent illness and potentially save lives ferred vaccine also protects against an additional in one easy step – by getting your annual flu shot. B influenza virus.

Interior Health advises that the flu shot is a safe The flu shot is free for those at risk of compliand effective way to help protect the public, espe- cations from influenza and those in contact with cially children, pregnant women, seniors, people people at risk. with chronic illnesses and others who are most at Interior Health holds public clinics for those who risk from influenza and its complications. are eligible for the free flu shot. Public clinics will “Influenza, which people often call the flu, is start in some communities beginning November often incorrectly assumed to be any illness caused 1. Many doctor’s offices, pharmacies and walk-in by a virus. It is sometimes confused with the com- clinics are also providing flu shots. Those who are mon cold,” said Dr. Moliehi Khaketla, medical not eligible for the free vaccine will be required health officer. “However, influenza is a serious to pay a fee. infection of the airways and can be quite severe.

It is highly contagious, and is among the top ten leading causes of death in Canada.”

Influenza spreads when a person comes into n When it appears that you have killed contact with droplets from an infected person who the monster, never check to see if it’s coughs or sneezes. Symptoms can include fever, really dead. headache, runny nose, sore throat or cough. n Never read a book “The best ways to help protect yourself and those around you from influenza are to get immu- of demon summoning nized, wash your hands frequently and to cough aloud, even as a joke. or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue. If you are n Do not search the sick, stay home and keep sick children away from basement, especially if the power has just gone out. daycares and schools,” said Dr. Khaketla.

The flu shot provides protection from the influ- n When you have the benefit enza virus strains expected to be circulating this of numbers, never pair off and season based on worldwide trends identified by go it alone.

To find an influenza immunization clinic or provider near you, watch for local announcements on dates and times in your community, contact your local public health centre or visit the Influenza Clinic Locator (http://immunizebc.ca/clinics/flu) on the ImmunizeBC website.

Interior Health also reminds the public that visitors are required to have had a flu shot or wear a mask when visiting patients in Interior Health or its contracted facilities during the influenza season.

By following this policy, you will help to protect the people you are visiting from getting a potentially serious illness.

For more information, visit our website at www. interiorhealth.ca.

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Keeping pets safe at Halloween

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(L-R) Peggy Swanson, Wendy Logan, Margaret Shaw and Jean Williams were busy peeling apples for making pies at the Riverbend Seniors Community on October 15. And don’t forget Riverbend will be hosting their annual Christmas Bazaar on November 20 featuring a tea room, baking, crafts, silent auction and much more!

Fireworks are a great thing about Halloween – for us, though, not for animals! They can spook pets and cause them to panic, run away or even dart into traffic. While we can’t stop fireworks from going off, we can help our frightened pets get through the night with these tips: Keep all pets indoors, preferably in a quiet room where they won’t be disturbed by trickor-treaters and can’t escape out of doors or windows; Make sure pets have a place to hide if they want to, such as in a kennel, under a bed or in a cupboard; Walk dogs during the day before the fireworks start; At night, close windows and curtains and play music to help block out the fireworks; Make sure pets have proper identification, just in case they do escape; Comfort pets who seem scared to help them relax. Never punish them for being frightened! These tips will ensure your pet also has a safe and happy Halloween!

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• Media, activity and exercise rooms Call us at 250-376-6536 or drop in to arrange a tour What Fred failed to mention were his plans for MANOR Mayfair Street • North Shore Kamloops • www.rivercityseniors.ca hitting the road 760 from time to time – care free.

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Have fun this halloween with gross science ■■ Tranquille Tunnel Theatre’s The Disordered Mind from Sept.

9 to Oct. 30 at the old Tranquille Mental Health Institution, 4600 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office. FMI call 250-572-2530.

■■ 11th Annual Pumpkins of Light Festival on Oct. 27 from 6 to 8:30pm at Gardengate, 915 Southill St. Over 300 carved pumpkins on display.

■■ Chances - Live entertainment from 8 to 11pm. Oct. 28 - Kelly Spencer, Oct. 29 - Gorden James.

Jam Night every Wed. from 8 to 11pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Big Little Science Centre Oct. 29: GROSS Science for Halloween from 10am to 4pm.

Dress up in your Halloween finest and explore Gross Science.

Make fake blood, orange gloop to go and try out some frightening sensory touch boxes. Are those really brains and eyeballs that you are holding? Halloween candy and decorations will be on hand.

Appropriate for children of all ages.

Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt Street. FMI visit blscs.org.

■■ Halloween Dance on Oct. 29 at 7pm at Fraternal Order of Eagles Club, 755 Tranquille Rd. Music by Mr. M, snacks and best costume contest. Tickets at the door. Everyone welcome.

■■ Pyrohy Suppers on Oct. 28 and Nov. 25 from 5 to 7pm at Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets at the door. FMI call 250-578-8266 or 250-376-1978.

■■ Metis Jigging on the first

Ladies League, 109 Tranquille Rd. by calling Adelle 250-554-3107, Mary 250-376-8934 or Fr. Pavlo Myts 250-376-3690.

■■ Badminton at the OLPH gym at 7pm on Tues nights. Small drop in fee covers gym rental and badminton birds. FMI call Robert at 250-579-0193. Everyone welcome.

■■ Zumba and Yoga at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Zumba classes on Mondays and Wednesdays and Yoga on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Check for times at www.nsccs.webs.com.

■■ Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of Ramsgaard weekly practice/gathering on Mondays at 7pm at Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. FMI call Raynagh at 250-376-6676.

■■ Donations Wanted of old/ Photo: Gamble Visuals damaged bras to be repaired and Improv comedy - (L-R) Peter Navratil and Allandra Barton perform passed on to those in need. FMI a scene blindfolded in The Freudian Slips’ most recent monthly comedy call Grace at 250-554-1065. improv show that took place on October 15. The troupe’s next show, a ■■ Army and Navy Club new style of improv called “All-Star Improv,” is taking place on November Events: Tuesday Bingo at 4:30pm, Wednesday Senior’s Darts 55+ 19 at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Road. from 1:30 to 4pm, Friday Fun with Wed. of the month from 7 to ■■ Kamloops Artists Fine Arts Karaoke at 7:30pm. Support local 8:30pm at the Parkview Activ- Show and Sale on Nov. 18, 19, charities on Saturday and Sunday ity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. 20 from 10am to 4pm at the Japa- Meat Draws starting at 3pm. Army Join the Two Rivers Metis Soci- nese Cultural Centre, 160 Vernon and Navy Club, #9-177 Tranquille ety for dancing, laughing and Ave. Original paintings, cards and Rd. FMI call 250-554-2455.

■■ Meet An Elder on Thursdays fun! All ages welcome. FMI call boutique items.

■■ 6th Annual Christmas Bazaar from 9am to 4:30pm at Lii Michif Donna at 250-574-2806.

■■ TVASC “Let’s Dance” on on Nov. 20 from 1 to 3:30pm at Otipemisiwak Family and ComNov. 12 from 8pm to 12am at Riverbend Seniors Community, munity Services, 707 Tranquille Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Vic- 760 Mayfair St. Christmas crafts Rd. RSVP to 250-554-9486. Free. toria St. Music by Strange Brew. and baking, tea room, silent auc- ■■ Variety and Line Dancing on Tuesdays from 3 to 4pm at the For tickets contact Francoise 778- tion and much more!

220-8010, Norma 250-299-7221 ■■ Perogys and Cabbage Roll North Shore Community Centre, or Zonia 250-372-0091. FMI call Orders are available through 730 Cottonwood Ave. Drop in fee The Ukrainian Catholic Church required. FMI call 250-376-4777.

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echo stargazer Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You’re entering the spotlight this week but attraction has already moved on. Personal finances get a welcome boost but you don’t have carte blanche to spend on that toy you’ve been eyeing. Friends call for a midweek adventure.

Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You’re entering a nostalgic cycle where events from the past present interesting options for your future. Look for alternative answers to a current problem and keep your eyes open. Love is about to say hello!

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Recent conflicts have you wanting to get away but work is calling and the job has to get done.

Lovers return from the past with a juicy secret you can’t resist. You pick up a secret admirer.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) With the major struggle of secret enemies and people from your past trying to sabotage your efforts out of the way, it’s time to get back in touch with your real friends. Recent events show you who you can trust.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) The mood of the week has you reflecting on your closest relationship and the needs of your partner.

You’ve been on a roll lately so find some time to share your fortunes with those closest to you. It’s time to plan a vacation.

Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) With last week’s tiff out of the way it’s time to team up and focus on money. Energies are encouraging teamwork and people are lining up to lend a hand. There’s no rush to narrow the field in love.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) You have big plans and luck is favouring your daily journey. Keep your feet moving and all of the work will get done. Love puts you in the romantic spotlight.

Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) It’s time to get to work. A creative project is blessed with luck but it’s your daily work that needs attention. Find a way to mix your efforts into one project.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) The major accident crisis has passed but you should still be careful while driving and generally watch your health. You’re entering a creative and fun cycle so get ready to play. Children pop up on the radar.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Home is where the heart is and truthfully, you could use a little time to ground yourself and to readdress your personal values. Take a time out and focus on what makes you who you are.

Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) That project may have hit some bumps last week but the show must still go on. You’re entering a cycle where you have to get out, knock on doors and spread your word.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) You’re entering an astro-cycle of money and financial security but you’re actually attracting in your astro-sector of communication. Use your golden tongue to help fill your boots. Love is waiting for your green light.

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