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Because of previous Ravings about fracking and the horrible “Forestry Agreement” some of you may suspect that I am somehow against resource extraction or extensive use of our other natural resources. But that really isn’t true at all. What I am against is HOW we are managing our resource development as “we are getting only the low hanging fruit and leaving a whole lot unpicked”. Take fracking, as an example. The companies working on fracking are not local, the profits won’t stay local, the technology used is not local and probably only the more basic jobs will be available locally. So after many years of success in creating jobs and money, the wells will literally go dry. So the companies leave, and what have we created in the long run?? Are we leaders in fracking technology, do we have a highly skilled workforce that can move into other endeavours. If indeed, there is any environmental damage, major or minor, who gets to live with it. You’re right, us!! Take forestry for example, the bigger operators climb into their harvesters worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, most likely built in Sweden or Japan, while the small operators fire up their Swedish or Japanese chainsaws and while we make hundreds of dollars these foreign companies are making thousands, selling complex equipment worldwide. While we have skilled operators, they have engineers and
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AROUNd & AbOUT by David Goss LIGHTING UP THE NIGHT When Saint John was first electrified from a plant on Paradise Row, opposite the present day Brennans, it was de rigueur to take you best girl up to Mount Pleasant by horse and wagon and watch the winking lights on the city streets. It didn’t have to be at Christmas to enjoy this new way of seeing the city. Today, our ordinary street lighting is so commonplace we seldom take time to enjoy its special effects, even when there is a still night and it is bouncing off the harbour water. But at Christmas, everyone likes to get out and see the light sights. Two events this month might help you in the enjoyment of this seasonal treat. Did you ever wonder when the first string of lights was seen in the city, or when the city streets were first lit up? When was the first Christmas tree in King’s Square erected? Was it before similar
trees in Moncton and Fredericton? Which neighbourhood held the first home decorating competition in Saint John? When did the Santa parade switch to night? Are there any castles lit up in Saint John? What ever happened to the crèche scenes in King’s Square and at Centracare? Which of Saint John’s malls has the most extensive decorations? Well, these, and many other tidbits about lighting our city and cities around the world will be shared on the annual Freedom Travel Light Tour on Wednesday, December 17 (snow date the next night.) It’s a coach tour through various city neighbourhoods which I lead, and it begins at 6:00pm at Charlotte and Princess Street. The cost is $25 and it must be paid in advance at Freedom Travel. Arrange your seat by calling 632-1012 and asking for Judy. The other event is the 2nd Annual Light Up the Night on Saturday, December 20, which Joan Pearce and I head up to mark the winter Solstice. It’s a free event, and we ask participants to show up at
King’s Square at 5:15 with some sort of battery operated light or lantern. We march down King Street, past gaily lit merchant’s windows, and then gather at Market Slip near the Mayor’s Tree where we light luminaries. Following that we go into Market Square and enjoy some music, some very short talks on solstice, and treats courtesy the Hardman Group. Later, there’s a chance to look at the night sky, our original light show of the season, and to take a 15 minute walk explaining how Christmas came to Saint John. This is a rain or shine event, so come prepared. 0004
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WHAT’s HAPPENING Thursday, November 27 SJ Art Club is holding a demonstration evening at the NB Museum, Market Square starting at 6:15pm after a short Meet & Greet and business meeting. New art mediums will be presented with chance to try them. All are welcome. Friday, November 28 SJRH Auxiliary - Memorial Service for members who have passed away this past year at 2:00pm, in the SJRH Chapel followed immediately by a Special Meeting in Cafeteria A & B to appoint auditors for 2014. General Meeting to follow. RSVP by November 20 to judie. domokos@horizonnb.ca or 648-7243. Country Jam - Open Mic at St. Matthew’s Church, Grand Bay-Westfield starting at 7:00pm. 50/50 draw. Saturday, November 29 Flea Market & Bake Sale at the Portland United Church, 50 Newport Crescent from 8:00am-12:00noon. Free
admission. Tables ($20 for 2x6’ table) available for rent by calling the church office 932-4030. SJ Chorale Christmas Gala, 7:00pm at the Portland United Church with guests: 3rd Field Artillery Regiment Band, Stephanie Mainville, Harbour View HIgh School and more. Tickets ($20/ adults, $10/students) by calling Betty 672-3028. Turkey & Beef Supper at the Barnesville Presbyterian Church (1257 Rte 820, Barnesville) from 4:00-6:00pm. $12/ adults, $5/children and takeouts are available by calling 832-7790. Christmas Concert at St. Luke’s Church (corner of Main & Lansdowne) with The Cool Chicks and The Ugly Doclings starting at 7:00pm. Admission $12/ person plus one non-perishable food item for the North End Food Bank. Proceeds to St. Luke’s Ministries in the North End.
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SCHOOL CLOSURES & DELAYS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER For detailed information on procedures for closures or delays due to inclement weather, please visit our website at www.asd-s.nbed.nb.ca or your school website. School and bus run cancellations or delays will be announced using the following: • Local radio stations • District website www.asd-s.nbed.nb.ca • District twitter account: http://twitter.com/ASD_South • District Information phone line Toll free 1-855-535-7669 [SNOW] The main priority in the decision to close schools is the safety of students. If schools remain open and you feel conditions are not suitable, you make the final decision on attendance. Students will not be penalized for being absent on these days.
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Station 8:30-9:30pm, use West entrance of Harbour Station – hockey, figure, or speed skates – live music by Ron Maloney - $7 members, $8 non-members. For more info: harbourskatingclub.ca, Harbour Skating Club” on facebook, call 672-2385 or 672-9424.
Tuesday, December 2 “A Rhapsody of Christmas” presented by the Carleton Choristers 7:30pm at Grace Presbyterian Church (101 Coburg Street). Tickets ($12) are available at the door or from Chorister members. Thursday, December 4 The Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary’s monthly meeting will be held in the Boardroom at Rocmaura at 2:00pm. Please note the change in time. All are welcome. Friday, December 5 “Celebrate Christmas in Song” concert at Portland United Church (50 Newport Crescent) 7:00pm. Tickets are $10 each
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WHAT’s HAPPENING and may be obtained at the church office or by calling 632-4030.
Saturday, December 6 Christmas Pix for Your Pet at the Pet Corral, 1057 Fairville Blvd West SJ, from 11:00am-4:00pm. $10 each, cash only. Bring email address, CD or memory stick as prints not provided. Photos taken first come, first served. Refreshments for you & your pet. Proceeds to IWK and Carma Cat Rescue. Christmas in the Barn with David Goss at the Irving Nature Park 3:30 & 6:30pm (meet at the Barn, 1379 Sand Cove Road). Dress warm for stories in the candlelit and decorated barn. Bring a mug for hot chocolate. Pre-register by December 4, 653-7367 or: brewster. samantha@jdirving.com , honeyman. kelly@jdirving.com. Santa’s Saturday Shopping Spree at Jo’s Boutique (St. Joseph’s Hospital gift Shop) from 10:00am-2:00pm. Hourly surprise specials, lots of great merchandise, free entry.
Christmas Country Show at the Lorneville Community Centre with Murray Sheils & The Lorneville Show Band with special guests, at 7:00pm. Tickets $10 each available at the Lorneville Convenience Store, Meditrust and at the door. See poster at facebook Lorneville.
Sunday, December 7 Make a Joyful Sound 8 Advent Concert at Assumption Church on Dufferin Row, SJ West. Lots of great entertainers and all proceeds from a free will offering will go to Our Lady of the Assumption Building Fund. For more info: Mary Ann O’Hara 672-0083. Monday, December 8 Adult (18+) Public Skating at Harbour Station 8:30-9:30pm, use West entrance of Harbour Station – hockey, figure, or speed skates – live music by Ron Maloney - $7 members, $8 non-members. For more info: harbourskatingclub.ca, Harbour Skating Club” on facebook,
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Tuesday, December 9 The Saint John Men’s Chorus, in partnership with the Salvation Army Auxiliary, present a Christmas Concert at Portland United Church at 7:30pm. Tickets ($15) are available from any member of the Salvation Army Auxiliary, the SJ Men’s Chorus or at the door. Saturday, December 13 Breakfast in Barnesville from 8:0011:30am at the Barnesville Presbyterian Church (1257 Rte 820). $5/adult, $3/ child. Takeouts available 832-7790. Note: date change due to Christmas. Cool Chicks & Ugly Doclings at St. Ann's Church, 135 Simpson Drive, Saint John East (behind Stirling's Apples) 7:00-9:00pm. Tickets ($15) are available from Barbara (636-7976) or at the parish office Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00am2:00pm (653-6870). Event is wheelchair accessible. Hot cider/cookies will be served during the intermission.
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LIsTEN IN by Jeff Liberty FROM MEMPHIS TO VEGAS AND NOW SAINT JOHN Most of us have traditions we do every year around the Christmas Holidays. One of my most vivid memories I have of my youth was playing Elvis Presley’s “Elvis Christmas album”. Yes that was the title, pretty catchy eh? Evan all these years later that feeling of putting on that record and singing along with the “King” has left an indelible mark on me. I still play that record every time the festive season blows into town. Now I’m introducing my kids to this special family tradition. A couple days ago I had a chat with the globally renowned Elvis impersonator Thane Dunn who in my estimation is probably the closest thing to seeing and hearing anything as real as Elvis himself. Thane leaves no detail unturned and brings you on a musical ride you will never forget. “Hey Jeff! We will be in Saint John
doing our first ever Elvis Christmas and Gospel show Dec 4” Thane tells me when asking when the holiday tour kicks off. In discussing my early memories of Elvis’ music around the holiday’s and how he was able to perform Rock N’ Roll material as well as gospel. Thane expanded on the subject. “Elvis has become such an intrical part of Christmas. A man that could sing “Blue Suede Shoes” which was considered raunchy at the time and then break into a song like, “'How Great Thou Art” and pull that off and carry that. So many other entertainers wish they could pull that off, but probably couldn’t”. Altogether on stage along with the choir (Wow!), Thane’s band will number an astounding 25 musicians and singers! “There is going to be a lot of soul on the stage” Thane says with a laugh. “It’s going to make the show over the top. With the crowd singing along to (ie: Silent Night) it’s going to feel like one big Christmas Carolling.” “With this show, we’re hitting three
different bases, Elvis’ Christmas songs, his Gospel works and I’ve also added some of his worldwide hits. So fans will still hear those songs intermingled throughout the show.” It’s going to be a stellar evening and a great way to kick off your holiday season, if you haven’t already. The show entitled” Thane’s Ultimate Elvis Christmas show” features his eight piece band, The Cadillac Kings, along with the UFC Gospel choir. It all happens on Thursday, Dec 4 at the beautiful Imperial Theatre! Thane has a lot of cool things on the horizon including a Christmas radio show. For ticket info and more go to: ThaneDunn.ca. What are you waiting for? Get your tickets now! I’ll see you there baby! 0041 Jeff Liberty Columnist, @Jlibertyartists
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SJ & AREA SCHOOL STRING PROGRAM Beginning Violin Lessons: The Saint John and Area School String Program is starting a beginning violin class in January 2015 and this class is open to any student in the Anglophone South School District. The normal starting age is grade 3, but older students may also join. The lessons will be held once a week at Havelock School in West Saint John. The tentative lesson time will be Thursdays from 6:15-7:00pm starting on Thursday January 8, 2015. Parents are responsible for transportation to and from Havelock School and to provide their child with an instrument. There are a number of very reasonably priced instrument rental options available. There is a small annual registration fee to belong to the String Program. All interested parents of Anglophone South school students are asked to attend one of the information meetings: Meeting #1 - Tuesday, November 25 at 7:00pm, Havelock School; Meeting #2 - Wednesday, December 3 at :00pm, Havelock School. Havelock school is located at 520, Young Street in West Saint
John. (If school is cancelled due to winter weather on either of the meeting dates, that meeting will be rescheduled to Thursday, December 4 at 7:00pm Havelock School.) Please bring your child to the meeting, if possible, to be measured for the correct instrument size. If you have a violin already, we would be happy to check it's size and condition at the meeting. Playing a stringed instrument is ideal for those students who would thrive on extra stimulation and academic challenge. It does require a significant amount of work from the students and supervision of home practice by the parents. 3217
$21 for a half case. Fresh fruit will be available for pick-up on December 12 & 13. Also available are freshly made Fruit Baskets - which include 6 oranges, 2 grapefruit, 6 apples, 1 box raisins, 1 package homemade shortbread cookies, homemade cranberry sauce, 1 lb mixed nuts - at a cost of $32. Baskets will be available for pick-up on December 19. Orders must be placed by Friday, November 28. To order or for more information please call the Church office at 672-3320 or Ralph at 672-5328. 3221
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Attention all former students of SJVS or HVHS - the SJVS/HVHS Alumni will be holding their Christmas dinner on Thursday, December 4 at the Lancaster Legion on Wilson Street. Happy hour at 5:30pm and a roast beef dinner served at 6:00pm. Following dinner there will be musical entertainment for your dancing or listening pleasure and a Christmas Sing-A-Long. For further information contact Joan 642-3516, Adelaide 693-7314 or June 696-5027. 3231
Please support St. Mark's United Church through their Annual Citrus Fruit Campaign. The following fresh fruit is for sale: Oranges (large - 56 per case, small - 80 per case) - $45 for a full case, $23 for a half case; Tangelos (large - 64 per case) - $39 for a full case, $20 for a half case; Grapefruit (large - 32 per case/ small - 40 per case) - $42 for a full case,
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LET’S TALK ABOUT IT “PART II” Follow Up Teen & Young Adult Drug Use & Addiction Info Session
Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 - 9:00pm Westfield United Church Open to Everyone in the Community Parents - Youth - In Betweens Presenters: Stephanie Tucker-Kilfoil, RSW; Teri Vienneau, RSW Addictions and Mental Health Services Horizon Health Network
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LEGIONs JERVIS BAY RCL #53 1016 Bayside Drive, 633-0092. Sundays - Ladies’ Auxiliary Bingo 1:004:00pm, $.25/card, canteen is open; 4:309:00pm, Kitchen Party/Open Mic (every second Sunday). Everyone welcome. LANCASTER LEGION # 69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 6358095, www.rcl69.ca.
Tuesdays - 7:30pm, Crib in the Upper Lounge. Wednesdays - 1:00-4:00pm, Seniors in the upper lounge. Friday, November 28 - Alf & John, downstairs. Saturday, November 29 - Don & Delbert, upstairs. Sunday, November 30 - Burke & Pye. Sunday, December 7 - Burke & Pye,
upstairs, $5. Friday, December 5 - Kitchen Party, downstairs. Friday, December 12 - Alf & John, downstairs. Saturday, December 6 - Jed & Moe, downstairs. Saturday, December 13 - Delbert & Donnie, downstairs. Thursday, January 1 - Levy, upstairs. 0015
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PET CORRAL PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA The Pet Corral has been supporting local charities for over 15 years with our Annual Pet Photos with Santa. Many years ago when we started taking pet photos with Santa, we had no idea it would become such a wonderful Christmas tradition and fundraiser. Over the years we have had many different types of pets visit with Santa for pet photos from cats, dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, bearded dragons, iguanas, parrots, and even a goat! We welcome all types of pets and family members to come have their picture taken with Santa! This year we are hosting the event at the Pet Corral in Quispamsis at 26 Pettingill Road on Saturday, November 29 from 11:00am-4:00pm; And at the Pet Corral in West Saint John at 1057 Fairville Blvd on Saturday December 6 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Our professional photographer, CindiLee Campbell will kindly be donating her time and expertise to capture your family and pet’s special moments with Santa and proceeds will be donated to Cindi-Lee’s favorite charity the IWK as
well as Carma Cat Rescue. Please see our ad in this publication for further details. The Pet Corral has been open since 1996 and we are your local family owned and operated Pet Store. If you’re looking to adopt a furry new family member please help support the AR/SPCA and adopt one of their cats or kittens on display at the Pet Corral!! We hope you will come out and celebrate with us and make wonderful memories while supporting these important charities. From all of us at the Pet Corral, we want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season! Please remember to include your pets during your Christmas shopping and family celebrations! Merry Christmas!!! 3243
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE ZOO Enjoy Christmas cake and hot chocolate, kid’s crafts, Christmas mystery boxes, kid’s gift basket draw, carnival games on Saturday December 6 from 1:004:00pm. Santa & Mrs Claus will arrive at 1:30 and Miss Piggy & Claws, the Tiger will also be in attendance. Zoo volunteers
will have some animals visiting the party depending on the animal’s comfort and stress level. This event is created and presented by the zoo volunteers with all money raised going toward the Animal Winter Care Budget. For information call the zoo 634-1440. The zoo animals, staff and volunteers wish you and your family a very happy holiday season and happy New Year in 2015. 2736
ANNUAL FOOD BANK DRIVE Saint John High School is holding its 30th Annual Food Bank Drive until December 12. We are collecting nonperishable food for the community Food Basket. We are also collecting children’ books and glass jars. Non-Perishable food items can be dropped off at the Saint John High School or at a local SJ Food Bank (Community Food Basket on Charlotte Street). Romero House Soup Kitchen and clothing depot is also looking for hats and mitts. For more info please call 6585911. 3227
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mUsINGs by Debbie Hickey WHAT’S IN A NAME A few days ago I had a conversation with my 8 year old granddaughter on nicknames. This was sparked because her mother has several friends with names that do not seem to derive from
their given names. Some nicknames are fairly obvious, whether from a physical trait (Red) or a personality trait (Sunny), but many are mysteries known only to a few. Mine for instance.
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1. Angry 4. Mr. Claus 9. Minerals 11. Gluten-free diet disease 12. Nickel-cadmium accumulator 14. Day or rest & worship 15. King of Magadha (273-232) 16. Satisfy an appetite 17. Stage signal 18. Durable aromatic wood 19. Something used to lure 20. Actress Basinger 21. A rare and exceptional person 24. Quick head movement 25. Yeddo 26. Mythological bird 27. Root mean square (abbr.) 28. Chart of the Earth’s surface 29. Fish eggs 30. Recto 37. The cry made by sheep 38. Pitcher 39. Supports climbing plants
40. Arbitrager 41. Winglike structures 42. Singer Ross 43. Belonging to Barney & Betty 45. “Promises” author Wendi 46. Swindles 47. In widespread existence 48. Those opposed to 49. Used to be U___
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14. Ship’s canvas 16. Aformentioned 19. Big man on campus 20. English actress Stark 22. Malaria mosquitoes 23. Many subconsciousses 26. A scrap of cloth 27. Cry loudly 28. Actress Farrow 29. S. Korean Pres. Syngman (1948-65) 30. Rectangular grooved joint 31. “___ the night before Christmas” 32. Male parents 33. Earlier in time 34. Rampart of felled trees 35. Scoundrel (Yiddish) 36. Pencilmark remover 37. Danish ballet dancer Erik 40. Blood clams genus 41. Subsititutes (abbr.) 44. Spoken in the Dali region of Yunnan
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For a number of years in my teens and 20’s I was “Jo”. Absolutely nothing to do with my given name, not even a middle name, but there is of course a story as to how I became Jo. I was never particularly interested in learning to cook or bake as a kid. Much rather be outdoors or curled up with a book than working in the kitchen. (Actually in our old farmhouse it would be in the pantry that the work took place, but we won’t quibble on the details.) Anyway, at some point in my mid/late teens my mother was not home and I decided to make apple turnovers, without having any clue that pastry was often a challenge for accomplished cooks let alone a total novice. The pastry looked fine, but was a mite (okay more than a mite) tough. My brother and boyfriend promptly christened it Debbie-Dough and had plans to use it to retread tires. So I became Debbie-Dough (Debbie-Do), later Debbie-Jo and eventually just Jo. I did eventually tackle pastry again, but not for many years (I was always more interested in the eating than the preparing). When my mother (who is a GREAT cook) asked me for my pastry recipe I knew I was finally there! And a few years ago when my mother-inlaw (bless her heart) chastised her son (the infamous Mikie) for criticizing my Rhubarb-Custard Pie (a Hickey family recipe), even Michael admitted I made a pretty decent pie. The secret is that I finally found a recipe that worked for me every time, one that uses lard rather than shortening. I will post it to our website for anyone who wants to give it a try. “Vegetables are a must on a diet. I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie.” ~ Jim Davis. 0002 Debbie Hickey President, Ossekeag Publishing
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FOR RENT BACHELOR SUITE for rent in Lower Cambridge Narrows Road. $500/month - electric included. Fully furnished everything included. Phone 506-4882000 or 506-988-0267. WANTED: SEASONAL RENTERS. 2 Bedroom condo, North End. Heat, lights, and parking included. Furnished. Available immediately until May 2015. 506-214-1827.
FOR SALE ULTRAMATIC BED WIRELESS remote control. New memory foam mattress. $1200. Kenmore Ultra Stitch 10 sewing machine and cabinet. $500. Call 8474937. Leave Message.
NOTICES CHRISTMAS IN THE BARN with Storyteller David Goss. Irving Nature Park. Saturday, December 6, 2014 3:30 and 6:30pm. Meet at the barn (1379 Sand Cove Road). Enjoy this one hour session in the barn which will be candlelit and decked with greens and Uncle Dave will share his favorite interactive secular and
religious stories of the festive season. Dress warmly as the barn is NOT heated. Bring a mug for the famous Irving Nature Park hot chocolate. Pre-registration by December 4 is required by calling 6537367 or emailing brewster.samantha@ jdirving.com or Honeyman.kelly@ jdirving.com.
PRAYERS MOTHER TERESA - say 9 Hail Mary’s for 9 days. Ask for 3 wishes, first for business, second and third for the impossible. Publish this article on the 9th day. Your wishes will come true even though you may not believe it. Amazing, but true! JRD
SERVICES OFFERED WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067. GETTING MARRIED (BOOK EARLY). Civil weddings performed when and where you choose. Telephone 847-2079. ARE YOUR DENTURES 5 years or older? Do you have sore gums? Do you need new dentures? IF SO we can help CALL Kim at 639-0061. SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies, gentlemen and children. Hems done on pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Call 672-2599.
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. GBS EXCAVATING offers fully licensed septic work, foundation drains, erosion control, demolition, culverts, old concrete/asphalt removal and more! Call today for a free quote: Chris 639-8766 or Matt 651-5172. DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction & roofing materials, demolition, brush, trees, decks, flood clean-ups. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles. 653-0026. AFFORDABLE RENOS BATHROOMS, Kitchens, Basements, Flooring, Ceramic Tile, Windows, Doors, Siding, Decks, Garages, Additions, Appliance Installation, Plastering, Painting, Electrical, Plumbing. Free Estimates - 647-6899.
VEHICLES WAYNE’S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 647-8777. www.waynesautoworldltd. com, 53 Epworth Park Road, Grand Bay - Westfield.
bUsINEss WHO’s WHO BUCKET TRUCK SERVICES
OUT’A REACH
→ All Height Services → Parking Lot Lights → Christmas Lights
→ Cleaning Gutters/Flues → Tree Trimming/Removal → Painting, Signs, Windows
Serving Kings County, NB & Surrounding Areas Corey Barton - (506) 432-6460
CLEANING & HOME REPAIRS Ed’s Cleaning & Home Repairs
Renovations Property Maintenance Spring/Fall Clean-up Small Tractor Service
References & Insured 651-5807
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Interior/Exterior Painting Garbage/Recycling Water Damage Lawn Care Tree/Brush Removal
ededling1@gmail.com
MOVING SERVICES No job too big or small Packing materials Climate controlled storage Free estimates Free loaner wardrobe boxes
650-7548
murphythemover@gmail.com
TRAINING
ECR Heavy Equipment & Construction Training and Versatile Training Solutions
•1 piece - 7 piece Equipment Training • Evaluation Assessments for Experienced Operators • Driver Training for Class 1, 3 & 4 Vehicles, Safety Courses Text or call (506) 434-4328 www.ecrheavyequipmenttraining.com infovts@nb.aibn.com
call 832-5613 to book your space. Next Issue: december 9 deadline: december 2
AT yOUR sERvIcE
West Side Home Improvements • Residential & Commercial • Repairs, Renovations & New Work • Decks, Doors, Windows, etc. REGISTERED & INSURED
Phone: Roger 214-3194 Email: r101wilson@gmail.com
Do you have a VanEE, Venmar, Life Breath or any other model Heat Recovery Ventilator or Air Exchanger in your home? Has it been serviced in the last year? If not, you should be calling MC Clean Air for a complete cleaning, service and check-up. Replacement parts and units available.
CLEAN AIR
Appointments: 631-0841 A Division of MC Ventilation Ltd.
Cedar Hill-Greenwood Cemetery
Remember your Loved One by Donating
...We take pride in keeping your Cemetery lovely
and appreciate your understanding of the costs involved.
Mail your cheque to the address below or give a call with a credit card donation, we will send you a Tax Deductible Receipt by return mail.
1650 Manawagonish Rd., Saint John, NB, E2M 3Y3 • 672-4309
Home of the Hampton Herald, Sussex Herald, Valley Viewer & The Tides
To be included in this page call our office at 832-5613
www.ossekeag.ca info@ossekeag.ca
CALL C.K. ADHESIVES Services Offered Include: · Crack Injection, Concrete Walls & Floors · Drain Tile Repair/Replacement · Internal Drain Systems · Sump Pump Installations · Video Inspection FREE · Membranes ESTIMATES! · Ditching, Complete 30+ Years Excavation Services Experience of
WHEN YOU NEED US... WE’LL BE THERE!
Blaine Campbell Phone: (506) 832-5071 www.wetbasementsaintjohn.ca
Tel: 832-5613 242 Main Street Hampton, NB E5N 6B8 info@ossekeag.ca November 25th - December 8th, 2014
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