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At this point, my co-op placement is over, but you’ll still see my work for a few more weeks. :) These next two editions will be spent looking at the Progressive Conservative party. Currently the opposition party, they’re looking to regain power this September. This week will be focused on Party Leader Blaine Higgs (Quispamsis). Mr. Higgs believes that the government can be run better, because he thinks that money is being spent poorly. He says that throwing more money at things doesn’t necessarily make them better, but instead, the Conservative party would focus on how to spend money more efficiently. Mr. Higgs recounted a time when he had designed schematics for a build. When the parts arrived, a co-worker called him down to come look at them. He then realized that while in theory the design worked, in practice, it didn’t. He related this to government, claiming that what looks good on paper in Fredericton doesn’t always work in practice. He believes that if someone is going to be affected by a decision, the government should have their input for guidance and pointed to the education system as an example, saying the government should ask for more input for the teachers, as he feels they don’t have enough say. Mr. Higgs says he understands the sentiment that politicians will frequently go back on their word. He says that some politicians will reinvent their promises “from one bus stop to the next”, in order to appeal to the people in that area. He thinks we should blur the party lines some and that politicians
should work together more than they do right now. As a display of this, Mr. Higgs mentioned that some of his staff are closely related to both the Liberals and the NDP. He feels as though the first thing a new party will do is throw out what the last one did. He also notes that while many jobs have a required skill set, being a politician doesn’t, even though the stakes are high in government. If he were a crayon, Mr. Higgs would want to be blended and made of of many colours, just like how he wants to get many opinions in order to get the best result from any potential legislation. Mr. Higgs had some advice: you don’t need to own every conversation. He feels it’s important to listen more and speak less. He also thinks it’s important to not pretend to know everything, as no one does. To the youth, he says: stick with it. He says he knows young people have some good ideas and he wants to hear them. The province has opportunities, he claims, and he wants to make sure it stays that way. He points out that he doesn’t need another job, he already had one. At this point, he’s driven by passion and wants to make a change. In his own words, “it’s not about the next election, it’s about the next generation.” 0011
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Library News KENNEBECASIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 Landing Crt, Quispamsis; 849-5314; kvlibrary.org Monday-Friday: 10:00am-12:00noon & 1:00-4:00pm, one-on-one computer help. Call or visit to book your free 45 minute appointment. Tuesday & Thursday Mornings: 10:3011:030am, English Social, for newcomers whose first language is not English. Come and practice your conversational English and make new friends. Mondays: 2:00-4:00pm, Scrabble Club. Tuesdays: Board Game Cafe: 2:00-4:00pm, fun for all. Wednesdays: 10:00am-1:00pm, Coffee Hour, drop-in, all welcome. Preschool Storytime: 10:30-11:00am. Registration is required. Painters Circle: 10:00am1:00pm. Bring your paints and canvas. Thursdays: 2:00-4:00pm, Daycare Afternoon. Open to all daycares in the KV. Please call to register your daycare visit; 6:30-8:30pm, Knit Wits - get help with your latest project. All levels of experience
welcome. Registration not required. Fridays: 10:30-11:00am, Toddler Storytime. Saturdays: 2:30-4:00pm, Drop-in Builders’ Club. Starting in June. Saturday Morning Volunteen Club: 10:00am-12:00pm, Volunteer service hours and get work experience.
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Paws to Read - Wednesday or Friday afternoons starting at 3:30pm with appointment. Therapeutic Paws of Canada. Dogs and children reading together. Summer Reading Club 2018, I will be what I read. Registration week: Tuesday, June 26 Film francais - Coco @ 10h30; Wednesday, June 27 Face painting at 1:30pm; Thursday, June 28 Steam at 1:30pm; Friday, June 29 Story Time at 10:30am; Saturday, June 30 Movie - Coco at 11:30am. SRC has weekly Themes. French Immersion Students - French films every Tuesday at 10:30am beginning June 30. French programs every Saturday at 1:30pm starting June 30. Speak out YOUth! Focus Group Wednesdays at 4:00pm. About YOU, For YOU, By YOU. STEAM Science Technology Engineering Art Math, Thursdays at 4:00pm. What do stuffies do at Night? Bring your stuffed animal for a sleepover with Gunter the Bear. Pick it up the next day and see
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Library News what happens at the library overnight. Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day with weekly theme. LEGO® - Imagine, build, create - all day, everyday. Pokémon Go® Pokéstop - come to the library and replenish your supplies. Spin for Pokéballs, potions and capture some rare Pokémon. Literacy Tutoring - Elementary and Middle school aged children. 643-7260 for a free one-on-one tutoring lesson. Seed Lending Library: Register at the circulation desk; the seeds must be checked out on your library card; at the end of the season, we encourage gardeners to return some of their newly cultivated seeds to the Seed Library.
Chick Flick - Thursday, June 14 at 6:00pm. Thoroughbreds. Retro Road Show - Thursday, June 14 from 6:00-8:00pm. Mystery book Club - Thursday, June 21 at 7:00pm. Potluck and your favourite mystery book. Friday Flick - Friday, June 29 at 2:00pm - Viewing: The Commuter. Learn to Play Bridge - 6:30pm on Wednesdays. Knit 2 Together (k2tog) - Tuesdays at 2:00pm. Knit, tea and treats. Knitters are making “Twiddlemuffs” and are seeking donations of buttons, ribbons, fancy yarn, beads, pom poms, regualar yarn and needles. WBL Gallery - Photograph by Michael
Marney. WBL In the Window & Off the Canvas - Exhibit space available for decorative works of art. Adult Literacy Tutoring - free one-on-one tutoring session, call 643-7260. Blankets for Canada Society Inc. Crocheters and knitters make 8 X 8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in Saint John area. Donations of yarn appreciated. Computer Lab - Check your e-mail, do research, use the Internet. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Free WiFi. Community Room Rental - West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities. 0018
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ASK MARY WEDDING RING ETIQUETTE I’ve been widowed for two years and people keep asking me when I’m going to take off my wedding rings. Is there a right time? There is no widowed wedding ring etiquette. Everyone has to make a personal decision as to how long they want to wear their wedding rings after their loved one has passed away. This goes for both a widow and a widower.
According to tradition a widow was to place her wedding ring in the casket with her husband, but this practice is no longer common. The syndicated "Miss Manners" column, notes that the Victorians' only rule for wedding rings worn by the widowed was that the ring should not be worn on the morning of a wedding to another.
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Wearing a wedding ring after the death of a spouse can allow the widow and widowed to maintain a sense of closeness with the deceased, and remember the good times in the relationship. It can also help prevent unwanted advances if they are simply not ready to be romantically approached. They may choose to wear their own wedding ring and to wear their spouse's ring on a chain around their neck. Wedding rings can also be passed on to someone who is important to them. Giving your ring to a child or to someone that you feel close to, can be an important part of moving forward without forgetting your loved one. Some people bury both rings with the body of their spouse, while others choose to have the rings melted down and made into a new piece of jewelry, which keeps the memento close, but symbolizes a new phase in their life. You might choose to wear your wedding ring on the right hand. However, wearing a wedding ring on anything but the ring finger of the left hand can prompt questions, so be prepared for them. Others choose to remove the rings and store them in a safe place where they may live on as heirlooms. I was faced with this same decision after my husband died and it weighed heavy on my heart. I wrote about what I did with my rings on my blog: sisterhoodofwidows.com/2012/05/10/ widows-and-their-wedding-rings/. It is a very personal decision, so wear it forever or remove it whenever you feel comfortable doing so. Either way don’t let comments made by others affect what you feel is right for your own journey. Mary Francis is an Early Intervention Field Traumatologist (EIFT), Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, Author / Founder of "The Sisterhood of Widows" at thesister hoodofwidows.com and Certified Law of Attraction Facilitator. 0016
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Wednesday, June 13 Plant Sale at 6:30pm. The Fundy Gardeners will be selling plants and other related gardening items from their trunks in the overflow parking lot at the QPlex, Quispamsis. Rain or shine. Friday, June 15 Movie Night 7:00pm Holy Trinity Church 2 Hammond River Rd, Quispamsis, Feature Film A Dog’s Purpose. Popcorn and beverage available. Free will donation to KV food bank. 847-0850 or parishofhammondriver@ bellaliant.com.
Thursday, June 21 Yoga on the Water Meenan’s Cove Beach, 199 Model Farm Road at 6:30pm. Free event. First class of the summer. Bring your own mat. Friday, June 22 Family Movie in the Park: Isle of Dogs. Bring your lawn chairs to the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park, 12 Landing Court at Dusk. Free movie and Popcorn. June 23 & 24 Fundy Tide Swim Meet, part of 2018 East Coast Games at the Qplex 97.3 The Wave Swimming Pool.
QUISPAMSIS SENIORS The Quispamsis Seniors meet every Thursday at 1:30pm at the Civic Centre, (September until June) for a short meeting followed by cards - Auction 45s and Crib - and a light lunch. All seniors are invited to come,
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SAINT JOHN RIVER DAY Kingston Peninsula Heritage is celebrating Saint John River Day on Sunday, June 24. Come out and celebrate our amazing French Heritage at three events on the Kingston Peninsula. The first European (French) settlement in New Brunswick began on Catons Island (Akmenhenik) in the Long Reach section of the St. John River in 1611. In addition the first Catholic Mass in NB was held by Jesuits on the Island in 1611. At 9:00am a Commemorative Mass will be celebrated at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church. Traditional French Music by Michelle Daigle & Don Rigley and a taste of traditional French food will follow at St. Bridget’s Hall. A River Concert will be held at St. James Anglican Church 2:00pm. Join Michelle Daigle & Don Rigley along with the Kingston Peninsula Heritage Choir in celebrating our beautiful River. At 6:30pm put on a crazy costume, grab a noisemaker and join the parade to the Wharf. Bonfire with Michele and Don, children’s games and Prizes. Starting at Tintamarre Long Reach United Church To White’s Bluff Wharf. Costume prizes for children and adults. Hope to see everyone there. 4998
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THE TRUTH ABOUT SENIOR YEAR In exactly eight weeks from the day I’m writing this is my graduation day. Kennebecasis Valley High School, class of 2018. My mother has already started missing me, even though I’m still at home, and my sister has started contemplating on turning my room into a walk-in closet. Of course, with the day so close, nearly everyone outside of my friend group are asking the same questions: What are you studying, and what are you plans? In all honesty, I’m starting to sound like a broken record. Rather than drone on about
Universities and programs, and figuring out the next steps; because frankly, I’ve tired out those topics by now; instead, it’s time to get to know the real grade twelve, and what it’s like to be a high school senior. Sometimes, you’ve just got to call it like it is, and high school starts out like every other school that a student has gone to, until grade eleven. It’s genuinely remarkable how much things change over the course of two years. In all honesty, and parents will probably strongly disagree with me
on this point, there’s really only one or two classes in grade ten that you actually need to work hard in; these are the grade eleven electives; everything else can be glossed over, so long as one passes the class. Unfortunately, or fortunately depending on who you ask, in grade eleven, everything counts. Post-secondary institutions are looking for high averages for scholarships. This is the year when a student learns, to some degree, what it’s like to have deadlines. It’s the slightest taste of what the real world will be like: scary, and stressful. First semester of senior year is basically the same as grade eleven, it’s the last kick at the can to get good scholarships, and apply to university programs. In all honesty, the stress that most people deal with during this time, is mostly selfinduced. Of course there are assignments that are all due the same days, we have jobs, and extra curricular activities, but the majority of our stress can be attributed to procrastination and poor time management. The best piece of advice that I can give to anyone in High School is this: get an agenda, and stick to it. It will save you from the last-minute scramble.
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The second semester is a breeze; most of the time the students have all of the necessarily courses needed for graduation, and for the university of their choice, all that’s left to do is pass each class, but the pressure is off. The classes that fill this semester are the ones that are for fun, take not out of necessity, but out of want. Despite this, students will be students, and I myself am guilty of the same offence, we still love to complain about schoolwork.
and final projects, most people don’t have a full set of exams. Marks are in, scholarships have been awarded, and it is not a rarity to hear students bluntly say that they no longer want to be in the building.
Although it might not feel like it, second semester is smooth sailing to the finish line. This is a dangerous combination, especially for those that are susceptible to the teacher-dreaded senioritis. As is often the way when one does the same routine, five days a week for thirteen years, things can quickly go stale and dry. The motivation just isn’t what it used to be, the excitement and buzz that used to be the reality when the routine first started. Second semester senior year, none of the students want to be in school anymore. Summer is so close, and graduation is a hop, skip and a jump away. Classes are drawing to close, and due to exemptions
It is here that the truth about being a senior is revealed. The truth is this; we, the students, complain about absolutely everything, but if we students are honest with ourselves, we’ll miss grade school. It’s the concept of not knowing what one has until it’s gone. Despite what students wish to believe, we thrive on the structured routine of school. There is an illusion of independence, especially in senior year, with course selections and extra curricular activities; however, the past thirteen years of school have been laid out for the students, nothing is ever fully autonomous in grade school, nor should it be. Grade school is about developing skills to help you later on, it’s more about what you learn outside the classroom than inside it. This is the reason why it’s scary to graduate, exciting, but scary nonetheless. Our first time out in the world of
education where no one is going to ask if we understood the material, or if we did our homework the night before. No one to ask if we are eating enough, or getting enough sleep. Graduation marks the move from disciplined to self-disciplined. The point at which students become totally accountable for their performance. Graduation marks the opportunity to showcase what’s been achieved by school: accountability. Never forget the perfect scores, or the failed tests; the all nightprojects from procrastination, or how tired one gets the next day; it is a part of learning responsibility and accountability. When the clock strikes, and graduation arrived, we’re moving on; and it’s time to showcase these abilities that allowed us to succeed. Graduation is the time for students to stand up in front of family, faculty, and classmates to simply say: I did this. Tyler Magee Grade 12 student at KV High School
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KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@bellaliant.net. Branch Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 1:00-6:00pm; Thursday 1:00pm12:00midnight; Friday & Saturday 1:009:00pm. Saturdays - Open Mic 3:00pm, Bring your talent, instruments & join in the fun. All welcome. Sundays - Sunday Brunch 10:30am1:00pm, Menu includes juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, tea/coffee. New item cheese omelets. Cost is $8/person, $4/children under 10
This is not a normal grief support group – it is a social get together both online and face-to-face. It's where women who have lost a loved one share their tears and learn to laugh again. It's about healing and learning to have fun as we get back on our feet. We sometimes have guest
years . Everyone welcome. Sundays - Shuffleboard at 2:30pm, everyone welcome. Open Mic at 3:00pm. Bring your talent and have some fun. Everyone welcome. Thursdays - Texas Hold-Em Tournaments 6:45pm registration, games at 7:00pm. 40 tickets (max) available per tournament. Tournament cost $20. Saturday, June 23 - Lobster Supper 5:30-8:30pm. The menu includes a 2Lb lobster, mussels, potato salad, rolls, desert, juice, coffee & tea. Advance tickets only $40/person and are available at the branch until Friday, June 15. Everyone welcome. Volunteers for Sunday Brunch wanted.
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CHICK’S NIGHT OUT speakers, games or just about anything could be happening. No invitation is necessary, just bring a friend and a potluck dish to share. A special meal with friends is a gift of healing. There are no fees and no obligations – just new friends to meet the first Wednesday of
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THE KV PLAYERS 35TH SEASON Stop the presses! The KV Players will be carrying the banner on stage this summer! They are excited to announce their 35th season of summer community theatre in the Kennebecasis Valley – Disney’s Newsies, July 18-21 and the 35th Anniversary Revue Show, August 8-10. Newsies – the Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit – is
coming to the Kennebecasis Valley. After being the first amateur theatre company in Canada to secure the rights, the KV Players are proud to be the first Canadian company to bring a Disney favourite to life this summer on the KVHS stage. In addition to Newsies, and to celebrate 35 years of community theatre in the Kennebecasis Valley,
the KV Players will be presenting their 35th Anniversary Revue Show featuring current and past performers and some of their favourite numbers from the past 35 years. Tickets will go on sale Monday, June 18 and will be available at Kennebecasis Drugs and the KV Players box office. For more information visit kvplayers. 4984 com or call 506-847-1867.
SJ/KV NEWCOMERS' CLUB Are you new to the area? The Saint John/ Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers’ Club welcomes women who have moved or returned to the Greater Saint John area within the last three years. Join the group for social activities and to meet new friends. We hold Weekly Bridge (all levels welcome), Monthly Coffee Socials, Ladies
Who Lunch and Book Club, as well as other member-interest driven activities such as walking, skiing, movie nights, moms and tots, etc. For more information, see our blog at: sjkvnewcomers.blogspot.com or contact us at: sjkvnewcomersclub@gmail.com. G112
CARD PARTY AT ST. ANNE’S Weekly Card Party (45's) is held at St. Ann's Church, 135 Simpson Drive, Saint John, on Wednesdays from 1:00-
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DOLLARS & SENSE MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION Making big financial decisions are tough, especially if you are looking at committing yourself to payments over a period of time. Then there is the shopping around and trying to get the best price (while trying to actually get what you want). Does it always seem to you as it does to me that things are way more expensive than I would expect them to be? I have started the debate with myself on getting a new car. Now there is always the debate back and forth about whether you should buy new or used, and what keeps value etc. For me, and I say this to anyone, it is personal how you weigh out your options, and in the end, you need to make the decision that makes the most financial sense to you. Now that I am looking at getting a car, I explore possible payments, as there is no point to me getting excited about certain bells and whistles unless I know that it is something that I can
afford. But also, beware, you can make payments affordable by stretching them out over a longer period of time. For me, I don’t want to always have payments, at some point I do want to pay them off, so stretching payments out is not something I look to do. I decided to go online and start crunching numbers… one of the options I had was to put my payments over 96 months, I suppose 96 months does seem more palatable then saying 8 years. In making these decisions I have to know what my financial goals are and stick to them, if I have payments that are going longer than I originally wanted them to, then I am working against my goals. If I don’t feel I will have that vehicle for the term of the payments, it would not make sense. We do have a tendency to look at the product before the price, and we do have a tendency to go for the lowest payment thinking we will bump
it up once we make more money. Always look at the big picture, how long are you promising your money? What are the payments? Is there value? What will it cost in the end? To help you set financial goals and determine what you can afford, check out our online calculators solveyourdebts. 0005 com/english/calculators/.
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The South End Day Care Centre was established in 1968, in a small apartment on Saint James Street. The objective was to provide adequate Child Care outside the home, for children of parents who wished to obtain employment or upgrade the education. In 1971 a group of interested citizens got together and formed a Board of Directors. Eventually a much larger accommodation had to be sought. In 1973 it was decided to rent the former Nurses’ resident of the St. Joseph’s Hospital at 100 Coburg Street, which was vacant at this time. In 1975 the
Centre was incorporated as a non-profit and licensed through the department of social services. In 1977 the Centre became a United Way Agency enabling the centre to pay for renovation necessary to meet fire and safety standards. Due to unfortunate circumstances in 1981 the Day care was closed until a new location could be found. In 1983 the Board of Directors found a new site at 310 Prince William street, which is our present location. The South End Day Care Centre believes in the in the dignity and the uniqueness
of each child. The aim of the centre is for each child to be treated equally regardless of abilities. We offer a rich learning environment so children can thrive on developing their social, intellectual, emotional, and physical growth. We encourage independence, self-confidence and consideration for others. We also believe that well-balanced meals and snacks play an important role in the growth and development of our children. The South End Day Care Centre Inc. wants to ensure that we provide opportunities for the development of the whole child through the New Brunswick Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Child Care. Facilitators recognize the need for children to: Be Healthy; Develop communication skills by providing opportunities for children to listen, talk and play; Express their feelings such as joy, frustration, anxiety, sadness and wonder; Socialize with other children and adults; Manipulate materials as they explore, experiment, problem solve, ask questions and hypothesize about their world; Develop physical and self-help skills as they carry out play actions such as running, climbing, completing a puzzle or as they complete daily routines; Be independent and self-reliant as they accomplish tasks in their own way, at their own pace. The South End Day Care Centre Inc. believes through play we are preparing children with the readiness skills required to enter the school system and that we help prepare them for this journey. 0051
KENNEBECASIS BRANCH # 58
Sara Bartlett, Harold Defazio & Cheryl Donnelly
At the Annual Cadet Review on Saturday, May 25 in Quispamsis. The Royal Canadian Legion, Kennebecasis Branch 58 presented awards. Harold DeFazio, President of Kennebecasis Branch 58 presented a cheque for $1800 to Navy League of Canada, Quispamsis Branch. Receiving the cheque from Mr. DeFazio is Lt (NL) Sara Bartlett, Commanding Officer of 170 NLCC R.M. Cromwell, (Navy League Cadets) and Lt (N) Cheryl Donnelly, Commanding Officer of 268 RCSCC Bras D’or , (Sea Cadets). Also that night Harold DeFazio, President of Royal Canadian Legion, Kennebecasis Branch 58 presented the Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal Of Excellence to Petty Officer First Class Taylor Aasen of 268 RCSCC Bras D’or. Congratulations to all. 4992 Cover Photo: Harold Defazio & Taylor Aasen June 12th - June 25th, 2018 13
WALK FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY
On Saturday, June 16 Saint John will take to the streets making muscles move in the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy at HMCS Brunswicker, 160 Chesley Drive. This year, thousands of Canadians will walk, wheel, and roll through villages, towns, and cities to show their support for the more than 50,000 Canadians affected by neuromuscular disorders.
Muscular Dystrophy can strike anyone, at any time, from infants to grandparents. Muscular Dystrophy refers to a group of progressive muscle disorders that weaken the muscles that control body movement. Taking part in the Saint John event will be 2018 Walk Ambassadors/Team, the Edwards family. Frankie (seven) passed away suddenly one year ago due to complications from muscular dystrophy. In memory of Frankie and to help others faced with similar challenges, her family and friends remain committed to the cause and hope to raise $10,000 for this year’s event. In addition, the coworkers of Frankie’s mother, Tracy, at Xerox- Technology Drive location, have committed three months of fundraising to help meet the $10,000 goal. The Walk for Muscular Dystrophy is “an opportunity for the community
to fundraise and come together and support those affected by neuromuscular disorders at the local level”, describes Stacey Lintern, Chief Operating Officer for MDC. This family-friendly, fully inclusive event will include activities such as kids activities, food and refreshments, and a visit from local Fire Fighters. Money raised from the event supports client programs including funding equipment, assistive living devices and support services for individuals and families faced with financial hardships, information and advocacy initiatives, and fund research to one day find a cure. Muscular Dystrophy Canada receives almost no government funding and relies on donor dollars. To take part in the Saint John Walk for Muscular Dystrophy or for more information, please visit walk4md.ca. 4997
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FOR SALE 2002 FLEETWOOD BOUNDER 36’, original owner, excellent condition, ready to travel, 8.1L V8 Workhorse Chassis, 141,662km, Brake Buddy & tow supplies, one slide, awning, no smoking, washer/ dryer. $22,000. If interested contact: 8496687 or aetait@nb.sympatico.ca.
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