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A little over a year ago Kevin and I began our journey into the world of publication “sans safety-net”. In February, 2017, Mike and Debbie were able to finish saying their “Long Goodbye”, bidding adieu to the hectic schedule and pressure of deadlines, with visions of retirement and leisure dancing in their heads. I will admit to being woefully unprepared to take the helm at Ossekeag. I had big shoes to fill, a head full of dreams, a belly expanding at a rapid pace and zero practical knowledge of the printing industry. Thankfully, we had a wonderful staff, lots of encouragement from the community and a very understandingtrying-to-retire-but-remaining-oncall former owner, willing to answer even the most mundane questions. I lost track of the number of calls for help and urgent emails Debbie answered over those first few weeks. I’m sure she (and Mike) was tired of hearing my voice on the other end of the phone saying “Sorry to bug you, I’ve forgotten what you said to do about….” Over the past year Kevin and I worked hard to ensure Ossekeag continued to honour the tradition of communityminded service that has been the cornerstone of the business since the Boyd’s published the first Hampton Herald 36 years ago. We have had some incredible highs, including our HACC award for workplace excellence and some devastating lows, such as the decision to stop publishing the Tides, our Saint John publication. We have also said goodbye to several staff members, Terri, Jon, Beth and most recently, Vanessa, who have all moved on to the next chapter of their lives but remain a part of our family. Now that we have moved into our sophomore year, Kevin and I are looking at making some changes to the papers and company as a whole in an effort to serve our communities better. First and foremost, the company will be leaving its current location and relocating sometime this spring. It will be difficult to leave 242 Main Street, steeped as it is in Ossekeag History; however, the move to a smaller space
will allow us to continue to provide the same level of service with minimal increase in cost to our advertisers. Over the next few months Ossekeag will be promoting our new Spotlight feature - a feature dedicated to individuals and not-for-profit groups in the community to share their stories. We will debut our Graphic Art Division, in partnership with Rainbow Printing, and will be starting our data entry and spread sheet design divisions. We are also very excited to welcome Hampton High Co-Op student, Edwin, in the role of student journalist. He will be working closely with our editor, Karey, to learn the ins and outs of production and ad placement as well as the finer points of copy editing. Edwin will also be joining me for “Spot Light” interviews. Watch for his column in an upcoming issue - Edwin will be providing us with a young adult look at current events and the early days of the 2018 Provincial Election. As always, we are looking for ways to engage our readers while supporting local businesses. If you have any suggestions, or a story to share, please contact us at info@ossekeag.ca. We want to hear from you! We thank you for all of your support and hope to continue growing with you. 0001
HOUSE TO HOME SPRING CLEANING Spring is officially approaching and winter is on its way out. If you're like me, your home could use a season-changing boost. If your decor is stuck in cold, cozy winter, think about freshening up your home and bringing in some accents pieces to breathe some new life and color into the rooms. Just because there is still snow on the ground (and likely more to come… we do live in New Brunswick after all) doesn’t mean that we can’t embrace Spring early inside. Even if you add nothing to your home in terms of spring decorations, take a couple days to deep clean from floor to ceiling. I personally dread spring cleaning and get overwhelmed at the thought, but what a difference it makes. If you dread it as much as I do, start by doing one room at a time, top to bottom, then move on to the next. Trying to tackle the whole house at once is just setting yourself up for failure or getting overwhelmed so take your time,
after all Spring is three months long. When you’re cleaning, it’s also a great time to declutter. I am by no means a minimalist (with three kids I gave that idea up long ago), but I do love getting rid of extra stuff. We try to do this a few times a year, especially in the Spring. Now that your place is clean and clutter-free, you’re ready to bring in a few new things. Plants or fresh bouquets are a great way to start. Plants can be tricky because they do require care and attention and I for one am no green thumb so I gravitate toward the bouquets (which inevitably die, but at no fault of my own, the same however cannot be said for my poor neglected plants). Throw pillows and blankets are another great way to change your decor seasonally and inexpensively. When spring comes, pack away knits, furs, and other heavy and highly textured materials. For Spring, go light and bright, it’s a great time to try bold
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Thursday, March 22 GriefShare begins a new 13 week cycle. This is a church-based grief support group at Kings Way Assembly, 7 Kingsway Dr, Quispamsis. Thursdays at 2:00pm. Register at griefshare.org or 343-0993. Back to Basics Service 11:00am with old time music, scripture, praise and fellowship by way of a light lunch following the service. All denominations welcome. Hillcrest Church, 476 Lancaster Avenue, SJ. Saturday, March 24 Curl For Mental Health at Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club. $250/per team. Lunch provided, two four-end games, 50/50, etc. Info; 633-1705, saintjohn@cmhanb.ca or cmhanb.ca/ curlformentalhealth. Kings County Historical Society Meeting Saint John’s United Church Hall in Sussex Corner at 2:00pm. Fred Harrison will speak on the Sussex Murals. All Welcome.
Spring Fashion Show and Tea at Lorneville United Church Hall 2:00pm. Fashions by Alia/TanJay. $10/ person. Barbara, 635-8370 or Lynn, 635-8389. Monthly Breakfast at St. Luke’s Church Hall, corner of Metcalf & Lansdowne, Saint John from 8:0011:00am. Sausages, bacon, eggs, pancakes, toast, home fries and beverage for $6/person.
Wednesday, March 28 March Meeting for The SJ Branch of the NB Genealogical Society 7:00pm at the SJ Free Public Library. Speaker Ruth McQuinn; find & interpret land deeds & documents. Info; dfraser@ nbnet.nb.ca, 849-7922. Thursday, March 29 Seniors luncheons St. Augustine’s Church (corner of Quispamsis and Pettingill Roads) at 12:00noon. Free will offering. Info 849-8464. Last Thursday of the month.
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Thursday, April 26 Seniors luncheons St. Augustine’s Church (corner of Quispamsis and Pettingill Roads) at 12:00noon. Free will offering. Info 849-8464. Last Thursday of the month. Friday, April 27 Community Lunch & Perennial Exchange from 11:00am-1:00pm at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 2 Hammond River Road, Quispamsis. All welcome, freewill offering for mission. Info: 847-0850.
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Saturday, April 28 Quilt Show/Sale and Spring Tea at St. Luke’s Church, corner of Main & Lansdowne, SJ from 10:00am-3:00pm. Tea served from 11:00am-2:00pm. $8/ person, tickets and entry forms at 6934152. Wednesday, May 16 Hospice Play Cards Luncheon from 12:00-4:00pm at St. Pius X Church, Somerset Street. $12/person. Info call Leotta Almon, 696-4487. Enjoy lunch with friends, play cards and support Hospice.
GOOD FRIDAY FISH & CHIPS TAKEOUT Hampton United Church will be holding their Annual Good Friday Fish & Chips Takeout on Friday, March 30 at The Hampton United Church from 11:30am-1:30pm. Menu will include: fish & chips and coleslaw. $7.50/one piece fish and $10/two
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Phyllis Beckingham, Kitchen Manager at Romero House; Evelyn McNulty, Executive Director Romero House; Debbie Rathwell, Founder of 100 Women Who Care of Greater Saint John
A local women's philanthropic group continues to impact its community with its 20th donation, this one in the amount of $23,000 to Romero House. This is the second big win for Romero House from our 100 Women Who Care Group as they took home $20,000 back in September 2013. The members heard three very genuine and very informative pitches from Evelyn McNulty, Executive Director of Romero House; Laurie Collins, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big
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TALES FROM THE CAMERA BAG THE OLD COURTHOUSE When the former editor of this paper, Beth Ricker suggested this column, it was thought that we would gather stories from people who had a tale to tell involving their photography. Admittedly, there have been few personal tales shared, but below is a story from a dear friend. She tells of an incident in the Saint John courthouse involving her, her husband and a marauding group of tourists from the cruise ship. “Having seen and read about the famous spiral staircase in the old Saint John courthouse when photography became a hobby I wanted to photograph it. After a few test shots I decided to photograph it from an advantage of looking straight up at the spiral. For the best wide angle shot the camera needed to be as close to the floor as possible and because of the small aperture required for depth of field, a tripod was a must. The tripod was set with the camera so
close to the floor that I had to lie down with very little room for my head between the camera and the floor. I wanted my husband John’s hand to appear on the rail closer to the top of the stairs. So I was alone lying on the floor under my camera and between the shortened legs of my tripod. I had to stay very still in order not to move my equipment. One eye closed, the other eye pressed against my camera’s viewfinder. Didn’t want to have to repeat this uncomfortable position so took multiple shots. All of a sudden a gentleman rushed over ready to fling my equipment out of his way and proceed to perform CPR on my person. The gentleman thought I had collapsed. His wife was standing a few feet away very concerned. They were tourists from a cruise ship visiting the old courthouse. After the couple calmed down, we had a chuckle. I showed them the results on my
camera’s screen. They were impressed with the shot and blown away at the determination to get that shot.” Please go to our online edition to see the images that Phyllis made while on the court house floor. If you have any tales involving you and your photography, please send me your 400 word story along with a couple of images and we will try to feature you in Tales from The Camera Bag. Remember that these stories can be heartwarming, comical, inspiring or tell of the perseverance needed to get that one shot. Shoot-Print -Share. 0032
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Slumbering In The Rain As I lie here alone in my bed tonight Really amazed at that flash of light And the noise of the thunder in the sky Loudly denoting a heavenly cry And I am so lonely that I could weep But the dramatic scene brings forth a sleep. And as I stroll in Dreamer’s Land I and my love are side by side Should I take hold of her alluring hand? Lest I forget her childlike pride;
The Kennebecasis Valley Slammers raced to an early lead and downed the Miramichi Tommies 45-26 in the gold medal final to capture the Basketball New Brunswick Under 12 Girls Division 1 Basketball championship. The Slammers went 4-0 in the tournament, featuring the top four
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teams in the province at Chris Saunders Memorial Elementary School in Quispamsis. They defeated East Saint John 39-30, Miramichi 53-22 and Moncton 4127 in preliminary round action. East Saint John earned the bronze medal with a 37-32 win over Moncton. Each team recognized one player as its tournament all-star. The winners were: KV – Megan Skedgel; Miramichi – Ava Godfrey; East Saint John – Evie Hargraves; Moncton - Audrey Gaylord. The win capped an outstanding season for the Slammers, who won tournaments in Woodstock, Fredericton, Quispamsis and Saint John and earned a silver medal at an event in Moncton. Members of the Slammers team are Morgan Healey, Nora Gallagher, Taylor Young, Neve Pearson, Cassie Haley, Gracie Burley, Raelynn Gregory, Nicole Jenkins, Ella McDonald, Avery Barrett and Megan Skedgel. Craig Young is the head coach with assistants David Haley and Jeremy Pearson. Candace McDonald is the team manager. 4881
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ASK MARY I’M STRUGGLING AND NEED YOUR HELP I find the days long and the evenings so very lonely. I don’t know if I have the capacity to keep going. I’m struggling and need your help. As widows we need to learn to take satisfaction in the small steps we take towards healing. The most content widows I know take joy where they can find it. Having something to look forward to is such an essential part of our existence that it has the capacity to keep us going even when we want to give up. We have the potential to make many wonderful discoveries in our journey through grief and none will be greater than the discovery of our own strengths. You will find that you can conquer your fears, be more resourceful than you imagined and that you can go places and do things that you had never thought possible. It’s really a matter of attitude. We can choose to be content, to be satisfied with our lives by looking forward to
a future that we plan for. We can do the right thing – despite how we feel, despite the circumstances and despite what others might say or do. At the end of the day, we just need to keep moving forward because there is a very fine line between depression and grief. The pursuit of my dream to help other widows has taken me out of my comfort zone, elevated my thinking, given me confidence and confirmed my sense of purpose but most of all it gave me something to look forward to. It’s true what they say, “The greatest value of your dream won’t be what you get from it; it will be who you become by pursuing it.” As widows, you and I will travel the grief journey and hopefully make the world a better place for others. Optimists think that life is always good and pessimists believe that it’s all bad, but the reality is somewhere in between. Only a widow who can accept and embrace life, with all its trials, will survive and heal.
Your happiness is in the present – in doing something with your life. It’s not enough to just survive, you need to stand your ground and really live again. Don’t just exist, reacting to what others do or say, instead take control of your life. Make future plans and have dreams to work towards. You will discover that there is more to you than you had thought. Please email your questions to: mary@ 0016 thesisterhoodofwidows.com.
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BENEFIT FOR NATALIA SAVOIE
Natalia This is Natalia Savoie, on Saturday, March 31 we are holding a benefit at the Island View Lions Club located behind the Foodland in Quispamsis, doors open at 7:00pm. This is to help raise money to begin the process of preparing for her upcoming surgeries that she will require. Natalia was born with Hemifacial Microsomia and has been travelling to Montreal since she was 10 months
old. They are now starting procedures. The first was on October 10, 2017 in Montreal for a gum graft. Thanks to the Lions Club and previous donations from friends and family, the $1500 cost was paid. This month they are putting on her braces. These are not covered and the cost for the braces are $8000. After her teeth are where they want them, they will take all four wisdom teeth out, plus two other teeth that are in the way on the deficient side. This is not covered either. After healing for six months they will lengthen her jaw bone and liposuction her belly twice to build up tissue in her cheek. She has a long journey ahead but the first step is the braces! We are asking local businesses for donations to be auctioned off at this event. If you or your business would like to make a donation please contact Tasha Savoie at (506)647-3074 to arrange for pick up. Thank you for your generosity and support on behalf of the Savoie Family. 4882
BRIDGE RESULTS Valley Bridge Club results for February 9: 1st Ann Barbour & Clifford Shea; 2nd Bette Doherty & Mike Reinhart; 3rd Darlene & David Fraser. February 16: 1st Frank Ashe & Kevin Tupper; 2nd Marie Burchill & Clara O’Brien; 3rd Ronald Duplisea & Edward Hynes. February 23: 1st Lane Bishop & Sylvia Logan; 2nd Robert Murray & Norm O’Brien ; 3rd Frank Ashe & Kevin Tupper tied William Springer & John McCumber. Join us on Fridays at 7:00pm in Rothesay (Saint David’s). Lessons available, Mike 847-4167. 4512
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, meet new friends and have a nice afternoon out. For further information you may contact Ruth McMackin at 847-8752. 4895
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DOLLARS & SENSE MAKING THE MOST OF TAX TIME Many of us only look at tax season as the time of year we cross our fingers and hope we do not have to pay more than we expect when filing our taxes. There is so much more to think about at this time and a lot of alternatives out there for us to use to help. Did you know that every year there are volunteer tax clinics available? These are primarily for those that are low-income and simple returns, but they help a lot for those that are uncomfortable with filing, or who have paid high fees in the past to get a return. canada.ca/en/revenueagency/services/tax/individuals/ community-volunteer-income-taxprogram.html If you are someone who is good at taxes, this is also a worthwhile volunteer experience. There are also programs online that you can use for free to file your taxes online. Do your research,
check out the reviews, and then determine which one you will use. As your return becomes more complicated, there are fee options. Again, do your research for the one that most suits your needs. Opting to pay for a service that gives you immediate returns can be costly with the fee and if there is an error. We see this a lot with consumers. The anticipation of a return, has the money spent before it is even received. Think about it, how many of us have thought, “I will pay for this trip once my return is in,” or “by the time that bill comes due I will have my return.” What happens if you do not get that return, or you do and then the error is found and now you have to pay it back? Filing your return is also a good time to look at the year ahead, do you have room in your RRSP?
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SERVICES OFFERED KV UPHOLSTERY & SEWING machine repair. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship. REGISTERED FOOT CARE NURSE is now accepting clients. Offering foot care in the comfort of your own home in Hampton & surrounding areas. For professional foot care & details, call Shirley at 506-799-1547 or cell 506-607-2178. Covered with most insurance plans.
WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 7632933 or 333-9067. ADVANCED ARBORIST TREE SERVICE (Formerly Top Notch Tree Service). Certified Arborist offering safe and efficient tree services, including tree pruning, tree removal, chipping, storm clean up. Free estimates and fully insured. Find us on Facebook. Call or text Pascal at 651-3010. BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian, 839-2296. BUYING JUNK CARS. I pay cash for cars, trucks and farm machinery and we now
also do towing. Call 721-4255. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY. Residential, commercial, recreational, restyling and customization, repairs, supplies. Offering project classes. Trust your furniture to the professionals. Serving you for almost 40 years. The most upholstery experience around. 849-8008. heritageupholstery.com. 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, dumpster alternative trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026.
BUSINESS WHO’S WHO ROOFING CONTRACTOR PLUME’s Roofing
Call 832-5613 to book your space.
Licensed & Insured • Lux Warranty
Next Issue: April 3 Deadline: March 27
Roofing • Siding • Windows • Doors Old or New Roofs Matt Plume • 721-7451 plumeconstruction@gmail.com
AT YOUR SERVICE S&S Self Storage Units
• Vehicle Storage • Boats • Motorcycles • Snowmobiles • All Terrain Vehicles • Household Items • File Storage
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The Valley Viewer
Limited Units Available • Monthly Rates 6’ x 12’, 12’ x 13’, 12’ x 20’ and 12’ x 26’ Call Now to Book Your Space
Cell 647-9602 Office 832-3539
55 Robertson Rd, Hampton, NB
about a minute and a half from the highway, Hampton Exit #158
AT YOUR SERVICE 654-7399 @maidtosparkleandshine
GARY CROSSMAN MLA - Hampton GaryCrossman.ca
Residential, Commercial, Construction Clean-up, RV's, Cottages Servicing Grand-Bay to Hampton & "everywhere in between"
We also do Boat Cleaning & Buffing!
Constituency office: gary.crossman@gnb.ca 39 Railway Crescent, Hampton : 832-5700 Mon: 9-12pm & 1-4pm Tues,Wed,Thurs: 9-1pm Closed Fridays
Jennifer Nelson RAc, RMT Registered Acupunturist & Massage Therapist
• Direct billing & Online booking • Pain relief • Treatment of tendonitis, plantar fascitis, anxiety disorders, digestive & fertility issues • Also offering Cupping 116 Hampton Road Rothesay, NB info@merakiwellness.ca
Meraki Acupuncture And Massage Therapy 849-4517
If it is time to spruce up your home or office, it’s time to call
Pappy’s Painting & Minor Repairs
Keith’s Tax Service
Income Tax Preparation/E-File
“We are not satisfied until you are.”
12 years Professional Service Most Returns $50.00
Quality Residential Painting Interior Prompt Service Exterior Reasonable Rates
Final Returns / Rental / RRSP / Moving Medical / Capital Gains / Employment Income / Investments & More cell 506.333.1198
849-9197
FREE ESTIMATES
115 Upper Golden Grove Road •Golden Grove, NB E2S 1C6
e-mail keithoulton@gmail.com 578 Hall Road Hampton
“Lamb Chops Prices” 755 Rothesay Ave, Saint John, NB
506-633-8000 See Our Online Showroom
terry@tdlamb.ca www.tdlamb.ca
tel: 832-5613 242 main street hampton, nB e5n 6B8 info@ossekeag.ca March 20th - April 2nd, 2018
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847-5100
53 Clark Rd, Rothesay
Monica Mason RRT
Angie Cummings BSc, RRT, CTE, CRE
434-SNORE (7667) 29 Milkboard Rd, Roachville
Tree Care
Improve your View & Sunlight, Increase Real Estate Value Reduce Tree Hazards
Save and Protect Your Trees!
Nurturing, and Hazardous Tree Removal.
H.L. PATTON & SON LTD. Tree Pruning, Repair, Planting,
Call Dwayne Patton, BSc. Forestry
849-1499
Serving The Valley For Over 21 Years Ask about our FREE Tree Assessment and Complimentary Tree Mulch.