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It appears that the chief medical officer for the province, Dr. Eilish Cleary, has been fired for reasons that are at this point unknown. The province as usual has used the “it’s a personnel matter” as the often used excuse to stay quiet. So while it is the Liberals who are now guilty, government at all levels continue a long time practice of not respecting the wishes of their bosses (that’s you and me). And frankly I want to know what has happened to one of MY EMPLOYEES. As one of the people who has been paying her salary for numerous years now, I have a RIGHT to know, why she is now longer there. We have already agreed that public servants have fewer rights to privacy than non-government employees. With a simple search I can find out that Joe Smiley in department x made more than $75,000 but less than $99,000. Mike Duffy certainly isn’t seeing a whole lot of privacy at this moment as his trial resumes. Politicians constantly talk about openness and then duck at every opportunity. We need a law that mandates openness and not just in matters of personnel. Big companies like the Irvings have contracts with the provincial government with confidentiality clauses. RIDICULOUS!! No government should be able to carry out any type of agreement in secret, at least not after the fact. If you go to “isourforestreallyours.com”, video episode 21, is an interview with Don Bowser, a local native who became an international expert on transparency and corruption. In the video Don explains that upon his return to New Brunswick he

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found a much lower level of transparency in our “extractive industries” (forestry, mining, etc.) than was found in Afghanistan, Nigeria and a number of other third world countries. HOLY CRAP BATMAN!! Between Facebook, other social media and our legal system, you are only dreaming if you think you are entitled to privacy. A quick search that I did not follow up on seems to indicate that with the approval of an ex-spouse, I can get a copy of your divorce hearing and find out what a rotter you really are. Get accused of a high profile crime and see where your right to privacy ends up (often page one). Is Dr. Cleary’s firing really about her “skill set” (how about a chance for training) or is it driven by big industry trying desperately to not have glyphosate ruled as unsafe. There certainly could be a risk. “According to Reuters News, a report released out of MIT suggests that heavy use of the world’s most popular herbicide, Roundup, (glyphosate) could be linked to a range of health problems and diseases, including Parkinson’s, infertility and cancers.” When governments keep quiet, I keep suspicious!! How’s that f o r openness. From me to you, a Merry Christmas and all the best for the coming year. 0001

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POINT OF VIEW GREETINGS AND GOODBYES As I sit here knee deep in unwrapped presents and a half decorated tree, I can't quite believe Christmas is almost upon us and we're about to usher out 2015. I would like to start by wishing you all a wonderful Christmas filled with celebration, joy and lots of love. My hope is that you don't get too wrapped up in the chores that come with Christmas, and focus instead on the real meaning of the holiday season. If there's something I've learned as I grow older, it's that the best memories aren't of the extravagant gifts we give or receive, it's of the quality time spent with family. It's impossible to put a price tag on that. Christmas will arrive, whether the gifts are wrapped, the cookies are baked or the tree is trimmed. So, take a deep breath, eat a great chocolate (that's what I do), look at the colorful lights and just be thankful you're here to enjoy it. That brings me to the goodbyes part of my biweekly column. I first want to thank each and every one of you for taking the time out of your busy days to read this column. Writing Point of View has given me a unique opportunity to share my thoughts, feelings and experiences on a variety of topics with over 90,000 people in southern New Brunswick. You may not always share my point of view, and that's okay. Hopefully, though, I've been able to entertain, influence and keep you informed. When I resumed my column writing last summer, this time with Ossekeag Publishing, I had no idea how long I'd have the privilege of connecting with you. As it turns out, it

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would be a year-and-a-half. This is our final issue of 2015, and this will also be my final column. I received an unexpected employment opportunity, for which I am grateful, but it's never easy to say goodbye to great people. I can't thank Debbie and Mike enough for their kindness, and for their strong desire to keep our communities connected through these publications. Enjoy every moment of your retirement, and I wish you only the best. My coworkers have become my friends and confidants, and distance or the passage of time won't change that. Thank you for your messages, phone calls and kind words about this column. It has meant a lot to me, and I will miss sharing a piece of myself with you. Here is my personal email address, in case you'd like to say hello. It's diane.mcmillan0605@ gmail.com. May you enjoy all the gifts of Christmas – the gift of happiness, the gift of joy and the gift of love! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 0032

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LEGIONS HAMPTON RCL #28 1032 Main Street, Hampton, 832-4633 Sunday Brunches - 9:00am-12:00noon, $7/person. Menu includes: Scrambled eggs, hash browns, beans, pancakes, sausage, bacon, tea/coffee & juice. Note: The Legion “Sunday Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings. Others who would like to help with other tasks involved are also welcome. Please contact the Branch if you would like give us a hand. Monday - General Meetings’ the second Monday, each month. Tuesday – Lions’ Bingo, doors open at 5:30pm. Thursdays - Please note - Open Darts has now finished. Anyone wishing to rent the Hampton Legion Br #28 for a function, call Barb Sherwood at 832-7886. Membership Cards - $50. Anyone wishing to join the Branch or to get reinstated please call Lyla McCrea at 8327979.

If you are a Veteran or dependent, please contact Buster Rogers at 832-5798.

PENINSULA RCL #62 1356 Rte 845, Clifton Royal NB, E5S 2B9; rclpeninsulabr62@bellaliant.net, 7632009 The Members and Executive Committee would like to thank everyone for your year long support of the Legion brunches, kitchen parties, Canada Day activities, Poppy campaign, Remembrance activities, dinners etc as well as your attendance at various other organization's functions that we have donated the hall in support of. Thursday, December 17 - 10:0011:00am, Seniors Zumba. Sunday, December 20 - 7:30pm, Crib. Monday, January 4 - 7:00pm, Annual General Meeting and January General Meeting. Pub open Sat from 6:00-9:00pm. Stop in and sign up for our snowball, listen to some local entertainment, pick up an

application to join the legion or some information on what Legions do locally, provincially and nationally. There is something for everyone. Peninsula Pearls Seniors group meets the 2nd and 4th Monday for lunch, meeting, entertainment etc. For more information about activities or joining contact Claudia Small, President at 7632587. 140 Peninsula Army Cadets meet at MCS school for regular training on Wednesdays 6:30-9:00pm. Boys and girls aged 12-18 are welcome to attend. Contact Bob Beyea at 763-2277 for more information. Anyone interested in booking the Legion for weddings, receptions, dinners or other events please contact Kelly Newstead at 763-3009.

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LEGIONS Tuesdays & Saturdays – 8:00pm, Crib. Wednesdays – 8:00pm, House Darts. Thursdays – Family Charitable Bingo. Children are welcome to play if accompanied by an adult. Fridays - Texas Hold’em Tournament. Registration from 6:00-7:00pm, play starts at 7:30, sharp. Ticket to play $20 then after 1st round, you can buy in for $20. Thursday, December 31 - New Year’s Eve at the Norton Legion. Dance or just come and enjoy house-like atmosphere. Entertainment by Lou McNamara, to satisfy all ages, from 9:00pm-1:00am. Chinese & Canadian Buffet, beverage of your choice available. Get your tickets early - only 150 available). For tickets ($20) contact Sandra 433-4965, Gordon 849-1601/432-0779, Doug 512-2908, Legion 839-1908. Break Open Tickets - $.50/ticket for a chance to win up to $250. Tickets are available at the Legion. Portion of the proceeds go to the IWK.

Are you a veteran who does not receive a pension or health care benefits? For more information contact Gordon McKenzie, Service Officer RCL #76 at 432-0779. The Legion Hall is available for rent (birthdays, anniversaries, showers, etc) by contacting the Legion or Sandra at 433-4965. 0012

HAMPTON SENIORS’ RESOURCE CENTER NEWS Mondays: 9:00am to 1:00pm, the Monday Morning Craft Group gathers, but are off over the holiday and will be starting back again in January. Why not join then to help or to learn. Monday afternoons at 1:00pm the Swedish Weavers are there, but they have not decided on the date that they will start in January, so watch the next paper as they will know by then. Mondays at 8:00pm the Hampton

Hoedowners will be back dancing and the date will be in the next paper. You are welcome to come and dance, learn or watch. Tuesdays: 7:00pm, they are there playing Bridge and if you would like to join them call Barry Kilpatrick at 832-5701 and he will arrange it. Wednesdays: 7:00pm, the "Auction 45" players are there enjoying the evening and you would be welcome to join them. Thursdays: 10:00am, musicians gather to sing and play until noon, when a delicious home cooked dinner is served, the price is $4/members and $5/non-members. There are 50/50 tickets on sale. Thursdays at 7:00pm musicians gather again and you will hear some old songs and some not so old but all ones that you will enjoy, The price is $3 at the door, there is a canteen with hot dogs, tea and coffee, etc and 50/50 tickets. Watch the next paper for the dates. If you have a birthday or anniversary we send you Best Wishes, if you are sick or in hospital we wish you a speedy recovery. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year. Submitted by Mary Long. 0009

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HHS THEATRE COMPANY NEWS On Saturday, November 21 the Rotary Club of Hampton’s Annual Trivia Night for Charity was held at the Seniors Resource Center. The winning team was the United Chatters. Their team name was created as a result of two great organizations joining forces – the United Church and the Red Hatters. We are thrilled to announce that they have decided to donate their winning prize of $1,000 toward the Hampton High School Theatre Company’s Edinburgh Festival fundraising campaign. Congratulations and thank you go out to team members Deb Campbell, Robin Campbell, Lana Campbell, Judy McNab, Merab Klein, Erik Klein, Marilyn Hirtle and Rosemary Barnstead. We would also like to make mention of Tom Hearn, who arranged an evening of entertainment at the Shiretown Pub, and donated all proceeds to the theatre company. A reminder that we have a raffle draw coming up on Thursday, December 17. The lucky winner will go home with $1,000! On February 29, we will

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HISTORY & TRADITIONS OF BOXING DAY Many countries celebrate Boxing Day on December 26. Those outside of these countries may be unaware as to the meaning behind the holiday and how its traditions originated. Boxing Day is celebrated by those in countries that were once part of the British empire, which includes Canada. As a federal holiday, post offices and banks are closed. Schools also are closed as part of winter vacations. Despite being a federal holiday, Boxing Day is not observed in the same way in all provinces and territories. Also, it is not an official holiday in Quebec. Depending on the area, stores may be open or closed. Some people use the opportunity to take part in post-Christmas sales or make returns. Many stores run Boxing Week sales the full week through New Year's Day and some shoppers have been known to camp outside of stores to take advantage of these price cuts. The etymology of the name Boxing Day is unclear, but some historians surmise that it is tied to the European tradition of giving gifts to the needy

and those in service positions, as was the case during the Middle Ages. In the United Kingdom, it also became tradition that the day after Christmas employers would gift their servants with boxes of food leftovers from the holidays or present monetary gifts. The servants were allowed to take the day off to spend it with their families after having worked Christmas. Other ideas tie the tradition to the Feast of Saint Stephen, which also takes place on December 26. Metal boxes, into which people could put donations for the needy, were left outside of churches. Despite what the name may suggest, the sport of boxing has nothing to do with the holiday. However, with Canadians and others having the day off from work, they may be able to tune into a fight on television and establish a new tradition. There are other ways people can create their own Boxing Day traditions. Here are a few ideas: -Collect food or clothing donations from neighbors and deliver

them to a shelter or soup kitchen. -Volunteer to help at a hospital, animal shelter or school when it reopens. -Encourage children to invite their friends over and curl up with a good movie and some popcorn. -If you are a business owner, call employees and personally thank them for their time of service. -Have a fun, family game night. -Decorate the house with boxes of all shapes and sizes. -Gather holiday gift boxes and prepare them for the recycling bin. -Make a charitable donation to your preferred organization. X008

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PICKWAUKET LIONS’ DONATION Pickwauket Lions Club recently presented a cheque to Krista Saunders, Hot Lunch Program Coordinator, for the Hammond River Elementary School in support of their Hot Lunch Program for the students. 3814

PDG Lion Stewart MacDonald; Krista Saunders, Hot Lunch Coordinator; and King Lion Don Doran presenting the cheque

NAUWIGEWAUK C.H.A.M.P. Nauwigewauk CHAMP warns kids about “Mean Machines” - the War Amps float passed on the vital Playsafe/Drivesafe message at the recent Moncton Santa Claus Parade. The theme of this year’s float was “Mean Machines,” warning kids about the dangers around them. Abigail Godreau, 16, of Nauwigewauk, joined the float as a Safety Ambassador.

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ASK THE CHEF FRUITCAKE - A CHRISTMAS TRADITION Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. As we start thinking of our Christmas feast, one thing always finds its way onto the table that we never find the rest of the year - fruitcake. Fruitcake is one of those things that needs to be available at Christmas. Some cultures eat fruitcake all year round, like the Australians. Other cultures have fruitcake at weddings like some European countries. Here in Canada, we have it at Christmas and even then, not very much. The Romans started making fruitcake out of pomegranate seeds, pine nuts and raisins which were bound together by barley mash. The recipe evolved as new ingredients were made available. It wasn’t until the introduction of sugar, from the new world, that we discovered that sugar was a great preservative which made fruitcake easier to make and it could be made out of many different fruits and nuts. This is the fruitcake we know today. Fruitcake recipes are passed from

generation to generation, with each family believing that their fruitcake is better. Some use different nuts and dried fruits. Some rehydrate the fruit with alcohol spirits and others with tea. This is one of the great examples that as long as it turns out the way you want it... a recipe is a living idea which by trial and error, we create something that many enjoy. So when I make fruitcake, here is the basic recipe I follow. Sometimes I add and subtract different items but I always start with this base. I soak the following in sherry, brandy or port: 1 cup diced candied orange peel; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1 cup chopped pitted prunes; 1 cup chopped candied pineapple; ½ cup dried currants; ½ cup dried cherries; ¼ cup finely chopped candied (crystallized) ginger; 1 cup sweet sherry or vinegar; ½ cup orange juice; 1 Tbsp finely grated orange zest; 1 Tbsp finely grated lemon zest; 1 Tbsp finely grated fresh ginger. I then make a cake base of: 1 cup unsalted

butter, at room temperature; 1 cup packed dark brown sugar; 3 large eggs, at room temperature; ¾ cup ground almonds; 2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 ½ tsp baking powder; ¼ tsp salt; 1/4 cup + 1/2 cup sweet sherry or brandy; 1 cup chopped pecans, plus an additional 1 1/2 cups of whole pecans for garnish (optional). Drain and pat dry the soaked fruit and fold it into the cake batter. Place into a bread pan and bake for 2.5 hours at 300 degrees. Allow to rest and remove from pan. This is one of those items that is so full of preservatives it will last for months. From all of us here at Holly’s Restaurant and Catering, we wish all of you a Merry Christmas and we hope to see you in the new year. 0040

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Tuesday, December 15 Hampton Lions’ Annual 50/50 Bingo at the Hampton Legion, starting at 6:30pm. All proceeds going to the Pizza Delight building fire employees and residents. Saturday, December 19 "Living Manger" scene 6:30-8:30pm, a free outdoor community event hosted by the Hammond Valley Community Church at their new church site in Titusville. Take a drive by and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or hot apple cider with us. Annual Candlelight service at Knox United Church in Markhamvillle, 7:30pm, music by Corner Stone. A storm date is scheduled for December 21 at 7:30pm. Singles & Friends’ last dance for 2015 at the Branch #69 Legion, 714 Wilson St W, SJ with the band “PartyLine”. Doors open at 8:00pm, band plays 9:00pm-midnight. $6 at the door and

is open to anyone over the age of 19. Barnesville Monthly Breakfast at the Barnesville Presbyterian Church (1257 Rte 820) from 8:00-11:00am. $6/ adult & $3/child. Take-outs available, call 832-7790. Bake table available, proceeds will go to “Helping Hands” community service program.

Sunday, December 20 Sunday Holiday Brunch, 10:00am2:30pm at Shiretown Publicans in Hampton. Celebrating music life of the late Ron Hynes and collecting nonperishable food items for the Hampton Food Basket. All ages welcome. Tuesday, December 22 Handel’s Messiah, 7:00pm at Trinity Church, Saint John with 75-voice Symphony Chorus & Chamber Orchestra, with professional NB soloists - Sally Dibblee, Heather Flemming, Owen McCausland and Paul Bustin. Advanced ticket sale, phone 693-8558.

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Thursday, December 31 New Year’s Eve at the Norton Legion (1935 Rte 124), entertainment by Lou McNamara 9:00pm-1:00am. Chinese & Canadian Buffet. For tickets early ($20) only 150 available, Sandra 4334965, Gordon 849-1601/432-0779, Doug 512-2908, Legion 839-1908. Sunday, January 3 Lesson & Carols Epiphany Service at Holy Trinity Anglican Church (2 Hammond River Rd., Quispamsis) 9:00am with organist Ann McAdam leading the music and Holy Trinity's Layreaders & Lectors leading the service. Bring your friends and family to this wonderful celebration! Tuesday, January 12 Sea Belles Guest Night, women 14 years and older who love to sing & can carry a tune are invited to join their rehearsal at 6:45pm, Forest Hills School, Glengarry Dr., SJ. For more info call 633-1811 or visit seabelles.ca or their Facebook page.

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C.P.V.A. CHAPTER FORMS In late 2014 the Southern New Brunswick/ Saskatchewan/inter-provincial Chapter of the Canadian Peacekeeping Veterans Association (CPVA) began its work in support of veterans, seniors, and single parents. In short, the objects of our organization are as follows: To maintain an active program to advocate on behalf of Veterans and their families; To recognize the military experience of veterans; To improve the quality of life and enhance the wellbeing of veterans and their families; To advise and educate society as a whole of the concerns of veterans and their families; and To assist veterans in regaining their rightful place in society. Our Chapter has thus far rendered assistance to 21 veterans, 5 seniors, and 3 single parents. In each of the cases, those requiring help were given direct help, and each case was followed up to ensure that promised help was delivered in a timely manner. Should you know of a situation where our chapter could help, kindly contact our service officer/president Norman Gaillard 506 847 5991. On National Peacekeepers Day (August

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9 each year) 2015, our president was awarded “Peacekeeper of the year” by National President, Ray Kokkonen during ceremonies held in Miramichi. This award was presented in recognition of our Chapter’s exceptional record for the past year. Infrequent meetings of our organization are held at the call of the President, but most information is exchanged through the medium of the internet and at the National Website: cpva.ca. A successful, fund raising, golf tournament was held at the Welsford Golf Club on July 23, 2015. Prizes were awarded to the top four players. We look forward to an even more exciting tournament next year. Our membership of 83 members is increasing and we continually seek new members. As a direct result of our membership growth, our chapter has been awarded the “chapter of the year” award by the national executive Why not join? Why not invite two others to join as well. Contact President Norman Gaillard (recently awarded “peacekeeper of the year”) at 847-5991. 3731

Our Community Breakfast is held the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8:00-11:30am at the Barnesville Presbyterian Church. There is a choice of two breakfasts for the price of $6/ adults, $3/child and preschoolers eat for free. Join us for a complete meal and socialize with your community or order take-outs at 832-7790. Donations for our Helping Hands Food project are always welcome. Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated. G101

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BETA SIGMA PHI DONATION Recently, Kathy Woodhouse RN BN Nurse Case Manager of the Breast Health program at St. Joseph’s Hospital was presented with a cheque for $2,000 from Denise Ryder, President of Kings County Co-Ordinating Council Beta Sigma Phi. The money was raised at the Annual Mystery Auction which was held in Hampton. 3803

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16th ANNUAL COMMUNITY ANGELS PROGRAM The RCMP in Hampton will once again open their lobby this Christmas season for the collection of nonperishable food items, “new” toys, books and clothing, all in support of the Hampton Food Basket. Please do not bring used clothing and items. All donations are recognized by way of a “Community Angel” being placed on our office window. Show your community support and help cover our windows this holiday season. Donations can be dropped off at 530 Main Street in Hampton 8:30am to 4:30pm, weekdays until December 18. Financial contributions should be made direct to Treasurer, Hampton Food Basket, 39 Tilley Street, Unit 2, Hampton NB E5N 5B4. For information call 832-5566. 3793

HHS HUSKIES WIN PROVINCIAL TITLE On November 14 the Hampton Huskies boys football team won the second Provincial title in three years in a 34-14 thriller over the Spartans in St. Stephen. Our Huskies who had lost by 50 points in an earlier meeting with their traditional rivals and who made the final on the strength of one point victories over Sussex Regional and St. Malachy's high schools in the two previous weeks would not be denied in St. Stephen. After performing their own Hampton version of the New Zealand ‘All Blacks’ Maori Haka, and taking the coin toss with the captains being the entire Senior graduating members who marched hand in hand on to the field, fell behind early on a touchdown. But adversity makes for champions, and behind the flawless play of the offensive line led by Bill Glennings Scholarship recipient centre Eric von Richter, and guards Brad Whittaker and Noah St. Germain, the scoring deluge came in short order on a touchdown bomb from QB Shaun Hickey to Will Blackmore. This highlight play was almost immediately followed by a ‘HUDL nominated play of the year’ punt return for a touchdown by game MVP Mackenzie Holmes. A pass and run play from Hickey to Holmes in the second quarter was all that was needed for the Huskies to capture the Nick Desilets Memorial Trophy. Two more touchdowns were added, one from Hickey through the air to Will Blackmore and a power run by

Chris O’Toole from Head Coach Cory Goodman’s newly devised ‘Jumbo’ offensive formation. Four converts by kicker Reese Kelly completed the Hampton scoring. The Huskies defence led by Nick Whittaker, Nick Duffy, and Nic Nicolle, Chris O’Toole and Chance Clarke, beefed up by two time champ Duncan McGuire, Jack Cheeks, Josh Dobbelsteyn, Zack Vogel, Barry Dearborn, the Hook boys, Chance Lake, and tackle Big Ben Asselstine stiffened to hold the Spartans to 14 points. The defining play, forever to be known from now on as “The Tackle”, was made on the last play of the game when senior corner and first year player Doug Brenton tackled the Spartan ball carrier on Hampton’s three yard line to prevent what appeared to be a sure

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A heartfelt thank you to the folks of Avonmore & others for the “old fashioned” community shower. The lovely gifts were much appreciated. A special thanks to Gladys, for organizing the shower and to Ron for opening his gracious home. An evening filled with lasting memories.

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game ending touchdown. Hampton Huskies 2015 Roster: Achaia Hook, Qatna Hook, Dawson Hastings, Zerach Kearney, Zack Vogel, Jack Cheeks, Barry Dearborn, Noah St. Germain, Connor Rennick, Chance Lake, Jay Darrah, Chris O'Toole, Spencer Hodgins, Rylan Gendron, Josh Dobbelsteyn, Blair Messer, Will Blackmore, Doug Brenton, Reece Kelly, Eric von Richter, Brad Whittaker, Nic Nicole, Nick Whittaker, Nick Duffy, Chance Clarke, Ben Asselstine, Michael Smith, Duncan McGuire, Shaun Hickey and MVP Mackenzie Holmes. Head Coach Cory Goodman; coaches Cost. Clifton Richards, Marcus Whittingham, Josh Fleck, Nick Coombes, Murray Goodman, and Layton Peck. 3786

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SPECIAL ‘THANK YOU’ & HOLIDAY WISHES On November 20 & 21 friends and neighbours came together for their 12th year at the Berwick Hall and master pieced together 905 10” apple pies. The Rec Council would like to thank everyone for coming out and lending a hand, especially a big thank you to the 4H group and their parents for taking part. Your help was much appreciated. Also we would like to thank everyone at Ossekeag Publishing for getting our news out to everyone. In front of, or behind the scenes you are all important. To all who supported us by purchasing or attending a function. A community hall, bringing neighbours closer together, keeping families bonded, the foundation of a rural community. The end of another year is drawing near and with the hustle and bustle of the season we sometimes get caught up in the moment and forget the important things - being with friends, family and greeting neighbours with a smile. All of us at the Millstream Rec Centre would like to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year. 3818

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WANAMAKER, Charles William It is with sadness the family announces the death of Charles William Wanamaker, husband of the late Bertha (Smith) Wanamaker, which took place on November 24, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Born on December 16 1918, Charlie was a lifelong resident of Nauwigewauk until his recent move to The Dr. V.A. Snow

Apartments in Hampton. Charlie took over the family farm at an early age and ran it until he became foreman at the Provincial Hospital Farm Annex in Saint John. Later, he enjoyed his work in maintenance services at the School Board. A faithful member of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, an active member of the Nauwigewauk Community Club and a wonderful husband, father, and grampie he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Charlie is survived by: his children Charles (Mary) of Hampton, and Carol Ann (Barry) Nice of Quispamsis; grandchildren Laura, Colin, Michele, Kirk and Anita; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Katherine, Audrey, Gladys; brother-in-law Clarence; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Bertha, he was predeceased by his parents, Reuben and Mary (Campbell), brother Richard (Dick) and sister Annie Blacquiere. Visitation at Reid’s Funeral Home,

Hampton was held from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00pm on Thursday November 26th with funeral service at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church on Friday, November 27th at 11:00am, with Rev. Kent Burdett presiding. Music was provided by Cheryl Bezanson. Congregational hymns were “Unto The Hill” and “In The Bulb There Is A Flower”. Sarah Smith sang “The Lord Is My Shepherd”. The eulogy was presented by Michele McGuire. The reflection was given by Mary Wanamaker and Ron Henderson did a prayer. Pallbearers were Craig Wanamaker, Curtis Wanamaker, Blair Wanamaker, Paul Wanamaker, Barry Wanamaker and Wayne Smith. Following the service there was a reception in the church Hall. Interment took place at the Hampton Rural Cemetery. Memorials to the memory of Charlie may be made to the Foundation Glycosylation (the FoG), St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church or donor’s choice. 0007

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According to legend, A Visit was composed by Moore on a snowy winter's day during a shopping trip on a sleigh. His inspiration for the character of Saint Nicholas was a local Dutch handyman, as well as the historical Saint Nicholas. While Moore originated many of the features that are still associated with Santa Claus today, he borrowed other aspects such as the names of the reindeer. The poem was first published anonymously in the Troy, New York, Sentinel on December 23, 1823, having been sent there by a friend of Clement Clarke Moore and was reprinted frequently thereafter with no name attached. Only later did Moore acknowledge his authorship, and the poem was included in an 1844 anthology of his works. Moore had written it for his children, and being a scholar and professor, did not wish at first to be connected with the poem, but his children insisted that it be included in the anthology. Moore's conception of St. Nicholas was borrowed from his friend

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Washington Irving's, but Moore portrayed his "jolly old elf " as arriving on Christmas Eve rather than on Christmas Day."By having St. Nicholas arrive the night before, Moore "deftly shifted the focus away from Christmas Day with its still-problematic religious associations." As a result "New Yorkers embraced Moore's child-centered version of Christmas as if they had been doing it all their lives." In An American Anthology, 17871900, editor Edmund Clarence Stedman reprinted the Moore version of the poem, including the German spelling of "Donder and Blitzen" he adopted, rather than the earlier Dutch version from 1823, "Dunder and Blixem". Both phrases translate as "Thunder and Lightning" in English, though the German word for thunder is "Donner", and the words in modern Dutch would be "Donder en Bliksem". X001

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HAMPTON ROTARY NEWS On November 3, the Rotary Club of Hampton presented a $1000 contribution to the Hampton Food Basket. Heather Jeffery, a member of the Rotary Club and a volunteer for the Food Basket presented the cheque to President Chris Rendell while other members of the Food Basket looked on. The Rotary Club of Hampton wishes to thank everyone who took part by attending the Trivia Night for Charity event, held on November 21, which helped raise close to $3000 including: 1st place Team (United Chatters) are

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road trips and visiting are always a good idea. The bag could include art supplies, a calming jar, favorite toys, playing cards, paper, books and puzzles. These items can be pulled out anytime a little quiet time is needed. 3. Peace Corner. Have your child identify a place or corner in your home or the home you’re visiting that your child can use as a calm retreat. 4. Code Word. Create a family code word when things get too much. Setting time limits for visiting can also be useful in managing restlessness and overwhelm. 5. Less Can Be More. Reduce the amount of shopping and visiting that needs to be done by being efficient with your stops. When appropriate, use a babysitter and keep the kiddos at home. 6. Get Them Involved. Involve your child(ren) in the cooking, preparations or in other activities they’d enjoy. This helps to share the workload and keeps them healthfully busy. 7. Chronicle Christmas. Let your child

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HAMPTON FOOD BASKET NEWS Christmas Boxes will be handed out on Saturday, December 19 from 11:00am until 1:00pm, this will be the only hand out in December. We welcome the community to assist in this wonderful outreach and are looking for Christmas gifts; new toys; gift cards; personal care items; nonperishable food products and most importantly cash donations - our funds are greatly depleted and if we are to feed the hungry for the coming winter we shall need lots of help. All financial contributions will be acknowledged by a tax receipt early in the New Year, you are invited (urged even!) to flood the Post Office with cheques addressed to: The Treasurer, Hampton Food Basket, 39 Tilley Street, Unit 2, Hampton E5N 5B4. Now for the fun part! Come join us on December 18 from 1:00 until 3:30pm to fill the tables with all the contributions; and on the December 19 we will start at 8:00am to fill the boxes. There will be a lunch for all the helpers and we hope that enough

strong folk will be on hand to help clients out with their boxes when they come to pick up. This event presents a wonderful opportunity to give our thanks to God for all the blessings that we enjoy; to do what Christ calls us to, for… “Inasmuch as we do it unto the least of our brethren, we do it unto Him”. What a privilege! 0029

HAMPTON REFUGEE ACTION COMMITTEE What is the Hampton Refugee Action Committee? How can I be involved. The Hampton Refugee Action Committee is made up of the Hampton United Church, St. Paul’s Anglican Parish of Hampton, Atlantic Community Church Hampton and concerned community members. Our goal is to currently bring two Syrian refugee families to the Hampton area/greater Saint John area for resettlement. As well, we hope to assist more as time proceeds and if funding goals are reached. Currently, we are completing our

application process. Fundraising has been hugely successful with the drive of David Lutz. At this point, we have $60,000 pledged. We will keep you posted on when our families are expected to arrive. If you are interested in being on the committee, it is open to all and regular meetings are scheduled at 7:00pm on Sundays at the Hampton United Church. If you would prefer to just help out by donation, pledging items or be on a sub-committee to assist with a part of resettlement like accommodations, orientation, health, etc - that would be very helpful. At this time we do not have storage space for items, but if you wish to help by donating furniture, miscellaneous items and/or clothing, we are asking that you hold onto those items and complete a pledge form. Once we know when our families are arriving, we will contact you on where to drop those items off at or where we maybe able to pick those items up. For more information/pledge sheets, please email: refugee@gmail.com. Information is also available through Facebook. 3813

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LISTEN IN ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Considered one of the all time greatest singer’s of all time, in Rolling Stone magazine, as well as being inducted into the Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Fame with Bette Midler doing the honours, singer par excellence, Darlene Love has carved quite an extraordinary music career for herself. I had a layman’s sense of who she was, but it wasn’t until I saw the Oscar Award winning documentary “20 Feet from Stardom” that she plays a pivotal role in on film that I discovered her rollercoaster journey from being unknown to singing some of the most endearing songs in pop music history including being under “contract” with producer Phil Spector, who of course is responsible for the famous “Wall of Sound” productions of the 60’s and beyond. Infamous for other negative actions today unfortunately. I felt extremely honoured to see her perform live here in the port city at the Imperial Theatre. I have attended many shows at the Imperial Theatre over the 14 years that I have called Saint John home

and I have never seen such a spectacular performance there! Arguably of course... first off, Darlene Love who is now 74 years old looks and sounds beyond fantastic. She bounded on the stage, curly blonde locks swinging back and forth, high heels marching to the beat, to the solid groove of her 11 piece phenomenal band! She truly loves the aspect of performance and entertaining for an audience and that comes through in such a genuine way. All delivered with a passion and vocal styling that can only be heralded as a gift and early Christmas to all who witnessed her live that evening! She had a wonderful physical energy (reminiscent of Tina Turner) as she really worked the entire stage making direct eye contact with the audience engaging them into the show. Although we didn’t need much coaxing as we were all with her from the get go. Even her banter was great, complimenting her band giving them their due spotlight, telling the audience funny anecdotes from the past as well as new stories about the production

of her latest release “Introducing Darlene Love” produced by the legendary Steve Van Zandt. The new album has an impressive list of songwriters on it including Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Webb and Joan Jett to name but a few. These songs live came across remarkably well alongside the classic material she performed as well as the Christmas songs! “Introducing Darlene Love” is an album I highly suggest you buy for the music fan (or yourself) in your family or circle of friends with good musical taste! Now nothing more will get you into the festive mood more than these songs! Turn it up! 0041

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HAMPTON FIRE GUTS RED BRICK CORNER BUILDING As I write this column in the early hours of November 27, 2015 the large brick structure across from the Hampton Information Centre, commonly called the Tourist Bureau, is still burning. Fire in the building, which presently contained Pizza Delight and a pub, was discovered shortly after 1:00am today. One wonders if perhaps it had been smouldering for some time. The lot in early times housed a low wooded building containing a store and pub, operated by a Mr. Nethery. Thomas Gilbert Barnes purchased the lot and building from Mr. Nethery. He had the building demolished and built the present brick structure in 1881. It was doublebrick work and was only two-storeys high. The floors were all hardwood that came from lands owned by Mr. Barnes, who was an auctioneer in Barnesville before he moved to Hampton. Prior to having this new structure constructed, Mr. Barnes ran a general store (where Hovey Insurance on Railway Crescent stands today) from 1860 - shortly after the first train came to Hampton in June 1859. In early times the Red Brick Corner had a grocery store, dining room and kitchen on the lower floor. The living quarters were on the second floor. T. G. Barnes lived in the building only for a few years; he died December 29, 1885 while attending service at the Hampton Methodist Church. The church stood on the property currently occupied by the meat store at the corner of Main Street and Keirstead Avenue.

Thomas William Barnes took over the business after his father’s death. William Langstroth, a contractor, added a third storey to the building in 1905. When I interviewed T. Wm. Barnes’ daughter several years ago she suggested, “It was probably added when Mr. Langstroth suggested that water should be drained through large pipes to the basement, where it would be collected, and with the hose kept there, the building would be protected from fire.” From the third floor there was access to the roof where T. William Barnes, called “Barnsie” by me when I knew him when I was a child, would go up twice a day until his 88th birthday. He would raise the Union Jack each morning and lower it at sunset. Over the years the building has served many business firms. Many people have run restaurants and grocery stores there. From 1966-1971 the local detachment of the RCMP operated from the first floor when they first came to Hampton. Distinctive Flooring, Janice's Bakery, Eastern and Central Trust Real Estate and Currie’s Photo Studio and Camera Supply were some of the occupants in the 1970s. In the 1980s renovations were made to the building and it became an apartment building. Several fast food outlets operated from the site since then. I remember in the early 1950s as a paperboy going the building to collect the fees owed for the paper from Mrs. T. Wm. Barnes. The entrance in the front hall had a large winding staircase which Mrs. Barnes descended each week to greet me. In her hand were always three things - the

fees for the paper, a tip and a bag of candy. She died at age 84 years on June 26, 1960; her husband, “Barnsie”, had died at age 92 years on January 5, 1953. The building was demolished. This I know, that if I want to see many of the furnishings what were in the Red Brick Corner I have only to go to the old Barbours Store building at the foot of Kings Street in Saint John. Many of the items - the old wooden counters, the mirrors and artefacts on display - were sold to that site Mrs. Charles Secord informed me. Mrs. Secord, nee Sybil Barnes, was the daughter of T. Wm. (“Barnsie”) and Ada Barnes. The old Red Brick Corner was a major land site for residents of Hampton. Submitted by David G. Keirstead. 3809

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EMERGENCY MEASURES EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR PETS I have received a few requests to expand on the steps that pet owners can take to preparing their pets for emergencies. The “Be Prepared, Not Scared” program also includes pets. Plan Ahead: Our pets are no longer wild animals that can take care of themselves ‐ they depend on us to take care of them. Here are nine steps to consider: 1) Have a pet carrier or crate for each house pet and familiarize the pet with it; 2) Have a leash and, a collar/harness that fits each pet, easily accessible; 3) Pet’s vaccinations and records are up‐to‐date and bring a copy with you; 4) Have a “safe” room where you can placed your pets during an emergency. The room to be away from windows and have a floor that is easily cleanable in case of little messes; 5) Store at least three days of food, water and litter for each pet; 6) If your pet is on any medication ensure you have at least an extra week’s supply. During an emergency, the Vets Office may not be

open; 7) Photographs of your pet to help in return of your pet in case in wonders off; Electronic chips are also available to identify your pet; 8) Non‐spill water and food bowls; 9) A supply of plastic bags, newspapers, cleaners and disinfectants to take care of pet waste. The Department of Health Regulations does not allow animals, except guide or service animals, to be in Reception Centres. If possible, you may be able to ask a friend or family member to provide for your pets. Pets, during an emergency, may behave quite differently than normal. They may be nervous, sensitive to sounds and your own actions and tone of voice. During a thunderstorm, I can find my cats under the bed. By talking to them in a calm voice, providing their favorite blanket, towel or toy, I can reduce their stress. If you cannot take your pets and you have to leave them, you can still do things

that can reduce the pet’s risks: 1) Place the pets in a “safe” room as described in step 4; 2) Birds need to eat every day. Use special food dispensers in case you have to leave them behind; 3) On the note on your front door, list the type of pet and where the “safe” room is. List your contact phone number. By planning, you and your pets will both be ready for an emergency. If you have other topics on emergency response you want written about or would like a speaker for your group, please send me an email to: brianshanks@rogers.com. 0039

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CELEBRATING SMALL BUSINESS IN HAMPTON The Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual salute to Small Business on Thursday, November 5 at an awards presentation and delicious roast beef dinner, catered by Krista McCullum, at the Hampton Golf Course. 40 members and guests turned out to enjoy the meal and the company of friends and neighbours in our local business community. HACC President, Carley Parish, welcomed everyone and made special mention to those board members, nominees, town officials and dignitaries who joined us for the evening. Keynote speaker, Emilie Chiasson, from NBTAP program delivered a fantastically informative, interesting, and interactive presentation on the program and how HACC members could become a part of this ground breaking initiative. The evening continued with the presentation of our HACC 2015 Small Business Awards. Nominees for the awards were advertised online and winners chosen through online voting. Each of the awards is sponsored by a

business or organization that supports small business, and we were happy to have their representatives join us in the celebration. HACC Vice President Craig Mills, and Board Member Doug Surette both presented the awards. This year’s recipient of the Community Spirit Award, signifying outstanding presence within and continuous support/contribution to the community, was Beverly’s Day Spa and Laser. Beverly was presented her award by Sharon Thompson of Scotia Bank, award sponsor. The award for Workplace Excellence goes to a business which is thriving and contributing significantly to the community and is an excellent role model to others. Chris Daigle of Business Development Bank of Canada presented the 2015 award to Mike Bartlett of Bayview Credit Union. The 2015 Innovative Business of the Year Award for excellent service went to Lori Garland/The Potting Shed. Barb Curry of Bell Aliant was on hand to present this award to Lori. The President’s Choice Award goes

to a business showing a combination of all qualities, and whose support of the Chamber has been exemplary. The winner is chosen by the current Chamber president each year. This year’s award was presented to Sheryl Moore of Fundy Mutual Insurance Ltd for her limitless contributions to the Chamber and its members. The Town of Hampton presents its own award for business excellence each year. This year Mayor Ken Chorley made the presentation to Carley Parish of Lutz Longstaff Parish. The evening ended with the announcing of Brenda Collings, Collings Health Services as the winner of our one year free membership, as our thank you to those who took the time to vote online. A draw for two door prize packages courtesy of The Barn in Bloomfield, Bell Aliant and Scotia Bank were won by Councillor Todd Beach and Terry Fowler. Congratulations to all nominees and winners! Support your local business – support your local Chamber. We work together to maintain a healthy business community. 3805

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WINTER HAPPENINGS Hampton Alliance for Lifelong Learning would like to wish the families of Hampton and area a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We want to thank the community for supporting our early years programs as well as our Playtime Learners Preschool. HALL is looking forward to 2016. HALL Playtime Learners Preschool would like to see if there is enough interest within the community to begin a Monday/ Wednesday afternoon Preschool class to begin in January 2016. This class would be open for “new registrations” only and classes would run from 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm (a minimum of 10 new children for the class to begin). Monthly fees would be $100.00. A $20.00 admin fee and the first month’s payment would be required to hold a spot for your child upon registration. Playtime Learners Preschool is a licensed care facility approved by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.

Award recipients (l-r): Lori Garland, Beverley Campbell, Mike Bartlett, Carley Parish and Sheryl Moore

Tuesday morning Parent/Child Playgroup HALL’s playgroup is on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 -11:30 am being held at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church (978 Main Street). Come in for some fun for this parent and child playgroup, designed for children ages 0-4 years old. Our last Playgroup for 2015 will be Tuesday, December 15, 2015 and we will see you back on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. HALL Celebrate Baby Program HALL’s Celebrate Baby Series is a playgroup setting program for baby, up to 18 months old, and Mom or Dad to explore baby’s first year of life. Learn what to expect in the early years of parenting in a group environment. This playgroup will provide an opportunity to explore many areas to create that strong bond with you and baby. Celebrate Baby Series will run out of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 978 Main Street, Hampton. Our last Baby Series for 2015 will be Wednesday, December 16, 2015 and we will see you back on Wednesday, January 6, 2016. For more information or to register about the above or if you have any questions, please contact us at (506)832-5665 or email us at haforll@nbnet.nb.ca or check out our website at www.hamptonalliance.ca. Like us on Facebook for frequent updates.

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Guest Speaker, Emilie Chiasson

LIVE WELL STRESS & THE HOLIDAYS The holidays are a wonderful, magical time for many; but for some, however, the holiday season is approached with dread, sadness, loneliness or extreme stress because of too little time, money, increased work and family demands, disappointments, expectations. It doesn’t have to be like that; we can make better choices, take control of our time, money and activities, and we can better cope with all the things that weigh us down and prevent us from celebrating the miracle that is Christmas. Here are some ideas that can help: Learn to say “No” to prevent a buildup of frustration and/or resentment and to say “Yes” to only those things you want to do. Set a realistic budget and stick to it to avoid panic when the December shopping bills appear in January. Homemade gifts are always in style. Don’t give in to the “Gimmies” or the “I want…I want…!” It’s okay to tell a child that even Santa has limited funds or that a particular toy or item is too expensive.

Plan ahead and choose the parties, events and activities that you can reasonably fit into your schedule. If going to a certain relative’s house causes irritation or distress, decide if you really need to go or limit the amount of time you spend there. Be realistic - as families change and grow, traditions may change. Flexibility can buy you time… hire a sitter or ask a friend or relative to take the kids to the movies so you can wrap presents or clean. If it is a friend or a relative with small children, return the favor so it becomes a win-win situation for both of you. Try not to control everyone’s interactions in order to contain conflicts and clashes, especially with grown children, family members or other adults. Give up the romanticized picture of the perfect family. There is no such thing - and never was! If there is ongoing conflict in your family, don’t expect everyone to lay down their grievances or set them aside during the holiday season so there can be

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DOLLARS & SENSE TIS THE SEASON TO NAVIGATE HOLIDAY EXPENSES We have just made it through November, which in our world is financial literacy month. This is a month where various financial service providers send out their people to educate consumers on money management and caution them on overspending. Then all of a sudden it’s Christmas and the tug on the purse strings is stronger than ever, whether you completely celebrate it or not. On top of being Santa Claus in our own homes we are also entertaining family and friends, eating more, shopping more… it is almost like we are storing up the fun for our winter hibernation. So how can we be better prepared, we are already amid the festive season? First things first, try to stick with using cash. Using cash is a good visual for your spending, you will notice every twenty dollar bill you break and you will see your wallet get slimmer.

If cash is not an option, be wise with the credit you use. Create a budget and the plan to pay the expenses off in a reasonable timeframe. No matter which method you use to pay make sure you plan for the money you spend. Saving yourself from buying food that you may end up throwing out due to buying too much will save your regret and dollars. Remember, you cannot do it all. Yes it is great to go out to dinner, have New Year’s plans and see something at the theatre, but if you do too much you may spread yourself too thin financially or wind up putting expenses on a credit card that normally you would not. For a little help to get you through the holidays and beyond, budget wise, check out our resource “Get Financially fit for the holidays’ at: solveyourdebts. com/english/resources. Enjoy the time with your friends and

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HAMPTON-PIGGS PEAK NEWS As we approach the end of another year it’s a good opportunity to look back at 2015 and ahead to 2016. The past year has been extremely successful for the Hampton-Piggs Peak Partnership. We paid school fees for 118 students at Peak Central and Fundukuwela High Schools in Piggs Peak – that’s the most ever. In fact, the number has grown each and every year since we started 10 years ago. The total cost this year was 462,000 emalangeni (the local currency). That looks like a lot of money but, when converted to Canadian dollars, it amounts to an average of $350400 per student. This was mostly paid through our Starfish program, our most important source of funds. Sponsorship starts at a base rate of $300 per student and the additional requirement for funds is made up through other fundraising efforts like our Women’s Dinner; Concert by the Creek; Potluck for Piggs Peak; and other individual donations (and we have some very big-hearted donors!) Of course, Maureen Robichaud has added another exciting dimension to the Partnership with the grandmother/

gogo partnership. The key projects that Maureen has initiated are a community garden and the construction of a mill to grind maize. Both directly involve the grandmother community in and around Piggs Peak and provide a source of food for them. Moreover, both are based on the principles of empowering and building self-esteem among women; and long-term sustainability. The annual pie sale provides funds to the grandmother partnership but it is individual donations that have allowed it to flourish. As you can imagine, all the fundraising and related activities takes a lot of work so the Partnership committee deserves a lot of the credit for this year’s success. (In fact, as I write this, Laura Myers is planning the annual Tyler Henderson Coffee House for Swaziland.) But most of the credit goes to our very generous sponsors and donors who give a hand up to the people in Piggs Peak. As we look ahead to 2016 our ability to increase our level of support will depend on them… on you! A donation before year-end will not only provide you with a tax receipt for 2015, but will also give you the great

We look forward to serving our community in 2016.

feeling that comes from helping someone less fortunate at Christmas. Many Starfish sponsorships expire in December so please check to see if you are due to renew. If you would like to renew your sponsorship, become a new Starfish sponsor, or make a donation to the Partnership, simply go to our website: hamptonpiggspeak.ca and click on the DonateNow button or contact me, Mark Bettle, at bettlem@nbnet.nb.ca or 8320003. 0010

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SUNDAY HOLIDAY BRUNCH "Sunday Mornins' Comin' Down" "The Man of a Thousand Songs"! We will be celebrating Ron Hynesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; music/life, all while collecting non-perishables for the Food Basket, in Hampton on Sunday, December 20 with a musical Sunday Holiday brunch from 10:00am - 2:30pm, at the Shiretown Publicans. All welcome/all ages. Dress festive! A 50/50 draw will be held with the proceeds going to Ron's yet to be released CD! Rod was in the process of crowd funding for it's release when he passed away. This special show features musical guests; Jason Haywood (featuring Scott Medford), Mike Biggar, Clinton Charlton & Bill Preeper, Matt Currie, Sadie Donahue, Dann Downes, Nick Gay (featuring Ken Greer), Grant Heckman, Magnus Labillois, Brent Mason, Dave Sollows & Marissa Sollows. No cover charge - just bring a non-perishable for the Food Basket and/or socks etc. Host/entertainment entrepreneur Jeff Liberty has been presenting shows with Ron in the greater Saint John area for over a decade. The last show was

scheduled for Sunday, November 22 at the Shiretown Publican's. On Monday afternoon, November 16 Jeff was told Ron had been rushed to hospital and the show was cancelled. Three days

later - on Thursday, November 19 Ron passed away. On Sunday, December 20 we will be singing those songs again for Ron and all of us who loved his music. 3815

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OUR CHRISTMAS MIRACLE This little Christmas story begins 18 months ago, on June 6, 2014. It was a beautiful day and our two cats Molly and G.G. (short for growling glutton) were outside enjoying the sunshine. Because G.G. only weighed six pounds, she was easy prey for the osprey, eagles, and owls that constantly harassed her, diving for her every chance they got. Being quick on her feet, G.G. was always able to escape their clutches… until June 6, 2014. This is the day our little cat disappeared, and Molly went into a little depression. Molly became our only cat for the next 16 months, until a very sad event brought an orphan cat into our home in late October of this fall. My husband’s brother Larry passed away in Alberta and his only family in Alberta was his cat named Ruby. My husband Darrell and his sister Fern flew to Alberta to retrieve their brother’s body and bring him home to Hampton. Also on the same flight home, was Ruby the cat. Darrell decided to rename Ruby after our little G.G. that we lost, so here we were again with two cats - Molly and G.G.

The last chapter of this Christmas story begins this week on December 4, 2015. On this day, a visitor came to our door… a visitor who travelled an unknown amount of miles, surviving on instinct, and living alone in the wilderness. Our little tiny 6 pound G.G. found her way home after 18 months of what we thought was the day she died. She somehow escaped the evil clutches of that miserable old bird and nursed herself back to health. She has a bald patch now on the side of her ribcage where we figure the bird’s talons pierced her side. She is a very nervous, skittish, cat now but we are sure with lots of love and patience she will return to her old self. Oh how we wish she could talk and tell us the story of her amazing journey. The end of our story is quite funny… the three cats now outnumber Darrell and I… and two of the cats have the same name - G.G. Maybe it’s time to rename one of the G.G’s? From all of us, to all of you – have a wonderful Christmas and never forget – Christmas Miracles really do come true. Submitted by Pauline Ruttle. 3821

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2015 is coming to an end at Hampton High and the Grad Class has made every day count. We had our gingerbread house competition and movie night on December 8, which was a successful night, full of laughter and Christmas spirit. In addition, on December 14, the Grad Class had their annual Piggs Peak Coffee House fundraiser that had a great turn out of people. A special thank you goes out to all of the wonderful performers for sharing their amazing talents, the tech crew for operating the sound system, the coffeehouse committee for helping set up and tear down, and the Piggs Peak partnership for donating coffee and sweets. On the same day, the Grad Class and the undergraduates had a pyjama day showdown to see what grade was wearing the most pyjamas. Also, our upcoming events include: Sassy Classy Day in January, Teacher Dress-Up Day and Fashion Show in February, and Karaoke Night in March. Good luck to all the grads who will be writing exams at the end of January! Be sure to use some Christmas spirit to start studying for your exams! Merry Christmas and happy holidays! 0011

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MUSINGS JUST ONE CANDLE I find it difficult to believe that this is my 16th year of writing a Christmas Musings. This is not only my 16th, but will also be the last, as Ossekeag moves forward under new leadership. Throughout the years we have seen marriages, births and deaths. We have people who moved forward to new exciting careers and those who have retired or left to remain home with young children. Like any family we have had our moments of disagreement, but through it all we have loved and supported each other through the rough spots and celebrated the achievements. Thank you to all of you, you have made this so much fun. Like many of you at this time of the year I attended my granddaughters’ elementary school Christmas concert. All the well-scrubbed youngsters in their Christmas finery sang their hearts

out and did the usual amazing job. This year, the grand finale was a whole school rendition of Just One Candle. As I watched those young faces in the glow of their candles I was moved to tears. What a lovely message for the Christmas season. We have seen many changes over the years, but our focus has remained clearly on providing the good news stories in our local communities. On supporting the groups and individuals who make a real difference. This will not change. It is what Ossekeag is all about. We aim to be one of the candles in this little corner of the world. So as I sign off with a wish to my family, my friends, my co-workers past and present, readers and customers to have a safe warm and loving holiday season, let us all keep in mind that each one of

us has the power to be just one candle in someone’s life. Miss you Dad. Just one candle shining in a window pane Gives a light for all to see, a shining flame, Shining through the darkness it helps to show the way. Light your candle for peace today Shine your light for peace, shine it all around the world; Sing to everyone, let your voice be heard Shine your light for peace, shine it everywhere, Show the people in the world you care. 0002

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Many thanks for supporting our projects throughout the year. Hampton Lions Club

COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS CHILD CARE EXPERIENCED CHILDCARE PROVIDER looking to mind children in my home. All day or before and after school. Walking distance from the 3 Hampton schools. Healthy lunch and snack provided. Lots of learning, crafts and outdoor play. Call Sarah at 832-0182.

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County of Kings, New Brunswick and is Land Grant no. Eleven of the Kingston Grants. Granted by Queen Victoria and the New Brunswick Court of Chancery in the year 1853, registered and kept at the forestry Building, Fredericton, New Brunswick. within the Grant Map I have had the property line compromised by usurpers, breach of trust and other surveyed by Court Appointees, year 1853. Supported by a number of registered Deeds with Riparian rights. I have had my rights violated. Article no. 15 Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. currant Property no. Pid 159566.

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CHRISTMAS TREES, U-Cut and PreCut at 92 Rte 870, Kierstead Mountain. Wreaths and other greenery items. Approx 10km from Sussex towards Fredericton. On weekends, hot chocolate and craft for little ones. Open daylight hours in December. Laura & Ray Folkins 433-4229.

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HAND TURNED WOODEN bowls and interesting turnings-. Just in time for Christmas. A variety of wood and finishes including beeswax and oils. Shop early for best selection. By appointment 832-5798. MARITIME RIGGING & INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS. We provide full line of Industrial Products: including “Traction Chains” - Wire Rope - Chain - Rope - Netting - Tarps. Serving: Forestry Construction - Industrial - Marine Farming - Recreational: Ph: 832-1198 Days-Evenings. HILL MANUFACTURING LTD. Sales, Service and Installation of Overhead Doors, Electric Openers, parts available. Springs, Cables, Rollers and Weather Stripping. 485-1994.

FREE SCRAP METAL DROP OFF. All car parts, batteries, lawn mowers, washers & dryers, pots & pans, scrap metal etc. Free junk car and truck removal. Licensed for refrigeration unit disposal, $15 charge. Open 7 days/ week, 187 French Village Road. Phone 847-3569. TEAMWORK OBEDIENCE IS coming to Hampton area on January 5, 2016. Please call if interested 832-5854. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296. OFFERING SNOWPLOWING and sanding services to the Sussex, Sussex Corner, Apohaqui and Norton areas. Please call Derrick at 567-9737 for pricing. FOOT CARE CLINIC will be held at Hampton Pharmasave the last Thursday of every month with licensed

NOTICES IRISH DANCE REGISTRATION, Friday, January 8 6:30pm at St. David’s Church. 12-week intro course $120. Please call & ask for Adam 654-2217. I JOSEPH L KANE, of Kingston Corner,

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