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National Paramedic Week celebrated by Darci Semeschuk Members of Souris EMS were out in various locations across the community to celebrate National Paramedic Week held May 28 – June 3. On the list this year were Souris School, Souris Early Learning Centre, Teddy Bear Daycare and the Alexander School. Paramedic Dustin Van Damme stated that the event was a good way to bring awareness to the children. “The students get to tour the ambulance and see all of our equipment,” he explained. “They also learn about what kind of emergencies we deal with and how to access emergency services through 911.” Souris Emergency Medical Service (EMS) strives to give the best possible care by serving Souris and surrounding communities and rural municipalities with advanced life support paramedics 24/7, essentially bringing the emergency room to their patients. They also serve the area with numerous proactive and preventative health care initiatives such as holding CPR courses, blood pressure clinics, child car seat inspection clinics, farm safety days, bike helmet awareness campaigns and more.
Souris School students were thrilled to inspect the inside of an ambulance during National Paramedic Week. Paramedic Dustin Van Damme explained the process for patient care during an emergency. National Paramedic Week ran May 28 – June 3. On the list this year were Souris School, Souris Early learning Centre, Teddy Bear Daycare and the Alexander School.
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Highlighted calls for service in Souris RCMP area were as follows: May 30 • Souris Detachment responded to a call of a crying girl on Hwy 2 just outside town. The youth was upset about some family interactions and was walking home to Sioux Valley. Police gave her a lift home. • Several local businesses were broken into. Several members, including RCMP Identification Team, responded to the call. These files are still actively being investigated. There was also an attempted B&E
to a vehicle near to the location of the businesses. File still open. • A report of a scam new to our area was reported. The caller pretended to be with the Canadian Police Association, looking for donations for an anti-bullying program. When the would-be victim suggested that she would like to speak to her local detachment, the caller got belligerent and insisted on an answer immediately. She told him he was fishy and he hung up. May 31 • Vehicle with keys in it was stolen from Souris-Glenwood and later recovered. Vehicle was towed to Brandon RCMP for fingerprinting. On the same day, a report of a suspicious male was received by Souris
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Detachment. To date, the male has not been identified or located. June 2 • A 72 hour suspension was issued after a failed breath test, near the Legion. June 3 • Complaint of fireworks going off at 11:00 at night were reported. Currently unsolved. June 10 • Police received a call of shots fired in the distance, unknown direction. Police attempted to contact the complainant but the number provided was not in service. Friday FYI As the nice weather is finally upon us and more children are playing outside, it seems prudent to remind parents to talk to their children about being wary of strangers and what to do if approached by someone. False alarms: 1 Mental Health Act Assist: 2 Speeding: 34 Other Traffic: 11 Souris RCMP-GRC Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergent crime: 204-483-2123 Administration (Criminal Record Checks): 204-483-2854.
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NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. • 100 - 2nd Street South
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VISIT us at: www.sourismanitoba.com or facebook.com/townofsouris HANDI-TRANSIT: To book your ride call 204-741-0202 Monday - Friday In-town trip: $5.00 one way or $10.00 round trip • $50.00 Pre-paid pass (10 rides + 1 free) Group trips are also available upon request – advanced booking required
Donations to the Handi-Transit may be made through the Municipal Office BUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for renovations, new construction, additions, fences, and accessory buildings. Contact the Municipal office for information - 483-5200.
TRANSFER SITE: Dispose used oil, filters, antifreeze & containers at the Eco-Centre. Wed. & Fri. 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. • Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Sun. 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. GARBAGE & RECYCLE PICKUP: Put your garbage/recycling out by 7:00 a.m. RECYCLING CENTRE: 24 hour drop off at 20 Pine Ave E (west side). E-WASTE is accepted, large
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Rated: PG • 141 min • Action/Adventure Stars: Gal Gadot, David Thewlis, Robin Wright Wonder Woman leaves her home, to fight alongside a man in a war to end all wars; only to discover her full powers..and her true destiny.
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie June 23 – 25 Rated: G • 91 min • Animation, Action, Comedy
Stars: Kevin Hart, Thomas Middleditch, Ed Helms Two imaginative pranksters, George and Harold, hypnotize their principal into thinking he’s a dimwitted superhero named Captain Underpants. DUST CONTROL application & payment is required prior to the product being applied. Rural residents of the Municipality wanting dust control product applied to the road adjacent to their yard site may do so by completing an application form at the Municipal Office along with payment. For further information please contact the Municipal Office at 204-483-5200.
Make Every Drop Count: Mun. of Souris-Glenwood in partnership with MB Assoc. of Recovery Resource Corp. is pleased to announce the Used Oil & Antifreeze Recycling Program. Bring your used Oil & Antifreeze to the Eco-Centre at the Municipal Transfer Site to receive a Certificate for a Jug of New Oil or Antifreeze. For a limited time while quantities last. For more info. about this program, contact 204-483-5200. UNSIGHTLY PROPERTY: Clean Up, Clean Up, All Property Owners Are Required To Clean Up. Property Owners are required to keep their properties in a clean and tidy manner. By-Law No. 1819: Being a by-law to maintain property and … unsightly property.” Property shall be kept free and clear from rubbish, garbage and other debris; holes and excavation; growth of grass & weeds, household appliances; derelict vehicles.
A steep learning curve for Souris teachers
Souris School teachers found themselves on a ‘steep learning curve’ when they volunteered to help the Beautification Committee hang their heavy floral baskets on June 12. Pictured: At the top of the ladder is Angie Ryckman while collegue, Adrienne Wiebe, and Beautification volunteer, Brian Perkin, hoisting the basket of flowers. These baskets will decorate the Town throughout the summer months. Good work, class! PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER
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Hicks sees his name on the “Big Screen” by Darci Semeschuk Back in 2006 when Grade 11 student Cameron Hicks was dabbling in animation, creating a Lego movie in Gerry Araujo’s class at Souris School, he never imagined that 11 years later he would actually
be an animator on a Lego movie, and for Warner Brothers no less, but that’s exactly what has happened and he couldn’t be happier. “I work as an animator and that covers all the character movement and visual performances,” he
Souris man sees his name in movie credits for first time
Cameron Hicks, son of Steven and Susan Hicks, is a professional animator and, for the first time, his name is in the credits of a big screen movie, Smurfs 3. Hicks is now working on ‘The Lego Movie Sequel’ for Warner Brothers as well as other Lego movies. PHOTO/PLAINDEALER
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explained. “I work with a team of animators and it’s a pretty great experience to be part of something like that. It’s really fun.” Cameron, whose parents are Steven and Susan Hicks, graduated from Souris School in 2007 and went directly into post secondary education at the Vancouver Film School. A short time later he attended the California Institute of the Arts completing two of a fouryear course in animation. “I did two years of that course in California,” he remarked by phone on June 13. “I left there because I got a great opportunity with Bardel and went to work as an animator on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” Cameron said he worked for Bardel for about a year and then was hired by Sony to work on Smurfs 3 which was released in April, the first actual movie where he saw his name in the credits. “It’s pretty great to see your name in the credits. It’s what I’ve been striving for since I was 13 but I actually think it’s more exciting for my
parents,” he joked. “It’s pretty time consuming work and they’ve been cheering me on all this time. It really meant something to them.” In fact, Hicks says he spent more than a year working on the Smurfs 3 with a team of 60 to 70 other animators. Seeing it come to the big screen in April was pretty special for him. Realizing in grade school that animation was the area where his interest lay made his choice of a career path very easy. “I just knew this was what I wanted to do. I had some really
good people helping me in Souris School and while it may not be a traditional educational opportunity in a small town, everything I could get from Souris, I got,” he said. Since the release of Smurfs 3, Hicks has made another career change. He is now working with a company named Animal Logic and his current project is the sequel to the 2014 The Lego Movie. He’ll spend about a year working on The Lego Movie Sequel and believes it will be released in late 2018 or early 2019. While The Lego Movie
Sequel is taking up most of his time these days, he has managed to find time to work on another Lego movie, this one will be released in September and it is called The Lego Ninjago. You can Google any of these movies to see exactly what Hicks has been working on. Cameron will be home later this summer as his class is hosting a 10-year reunion. “I won’t make the actual reunion but I’ll be in Souris shortly after so I will see most of my classmates and friends,” he said. ‘I am looking forward to coming home to Souris this summer.”
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Coalition feels they were kept in the dark over campground expansion Page 4, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, June 16, 2017
by Darci Semeschuk A proposed $300,000 campground extension that is planned for the Souris Fairgrounds has local residents up in arms over lack of communication from Municipal officials. Larry Winters is the spokesman for the group of about seven residents, the Brindle Coalition, who have concerns with the proposed expansion and they brought those concerns to Souris Glenwood Council this past Tuesday evening. “We wouldn’t have even known this was up and coming if we hadn’t heard a rumour going around,” explained Winters. “Many of us homeowners in that area believe we have valid concerns and we want Council to address those concerns.” Winters says that the coalition’s main concerns are noise, garbage, partying, drugs,
fires, increased traffic, and safety. They also believe that with the huge expansion that is planned, their property values will decline. The proposed 18-site campground expansion site is planned for the southeast side of Souris, located in the green space of the Agricultural Grounds. The site has easy access from Highway #22, provides ample space for 18 sites, and is more feasible for connecting water and sewer lines to provide a full-service campground that can accommodate larger RVs. The ball diamonds are to the south of the proposed expansion, with the rodeo arena to the far east and residential houses to the north. Phase I consists of the campground area and all trenching for water and sewer for Phase II, which is a full-service washroom and shower facility on the east side near the rodeo arena.
“Council had ample time to contact the residents to let us know what their plans were but we’ve heard nothing,” explained Winters. “This is a terrible lack of respect for us and also very poor communication.” Winters says the coalition believes they all should have received letters to explain what is happening in their back yards. In fact, Council explained to Winters on June 12 that there would only be 100 feet between his yard and the campsites, a fact that Winters finds unacceptable. “How do you address the noise and deal with the mess when it’s right in your back yard. Nobody would like that,” he added. When the development in that area was constructed and sold to the residents, both the builder and the realtor said that nothing would be built behind them. Residents feel this
campground expansion came out of left field and no one saw it coming. “We don’t hold the builder or realtor responsible for this, they couldn’t have known Council would move towards this,” stated Winters. The coalition believes this is strictly a concession to Enbridge who will make a large donation to the project and use the entire expansion for their employees for a full year in exchange for the donation. “It’s good for Enbridge. They make a donation and get the campground for their staff. Good for them and forget about the rest of us who pay taxes year after year,” said Winters. In a “Campground Expansion Study” released March 10, 2017, it states: The expansion addresses the need for larger campsites that are available for longer RV’s
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and for seasonal rental periods. Victoria Park Campground is limited by its geographical location to develop more or larger sites as stakeholders do not wish to have to cut any trees to make current campsites larger or more accessible for larger RVs. The market demand for campsites in Victoria Park is high due to its location to the pool, town centre, and the natural beauty of the park. This high demand by visitors to Souris limits management’s ability to create more seasonal sites without cannibalizing current overnight use sites. In an earlier plan, Souris Parks Board members were exploring the idea of an expansion along the Souris River near the playground but three floods in five years have sunk those plans. According to Municipal Councillor Sande Denbow, there
has been no word of a donation from Enbridge as far as Council has heard. She also said that there is no concrete plans to begin an expansion in the near future. “If anything does begin, it’s not going to happen in 2017. We may revisit it in 2018 but as far as Council is concerned it is on indefinite hold,” says Denbow. Denbow says that there needs to be a lot more discussion before anything moves forward. Council did tell Winters that Manitoba Hydro is installing some poles in the area so that if anything does move forward, the infrastructure will be in place. The project, if it moves forward, is expected to be financed through a combination of investments from multiple public and private stakeholder sources and through debt acquisition.
Dear editor, My heartfelt thanks to the Souris Plaindealer for printing the articles of my recent trip to Israel, a very special trip that was truly, for me, “the trip of a lifetime”. I would just like to make a couple of adjustments, if I may. First, my trip was just 10 days in length. Then, in one article, “Nazareth Village” is a re-creation of a typical village of Jesus’ day. In article two, it is the name “Gethsemane” (not ‘western’) which literally means “olive press”, truly, the “olive press of God” in Jesus’ experience. And in
article three, the “Garden Tomb” and “the place of the skull” are at the end of Mt. Moriah (not ‘Mariah’). The Temple Mount itself sits at the opposite end of this same Mt. Moriah. If you have any questions about my article or my experiences, about Bridges for Peace, or about Israel herself, please feel free to contact me (204-483-2660), and I will be happy to answer as I am able, or even to speak to your group, if you wish. Again, many thanks, Plaindealer! Rev. Don Oddie
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Maguire urges Federal Government to get on board to attract Soybean Crushing Plant to Westman submitted Larry Maguire, Member of Parliament for BrandonSouris, spoke with officials from International Trade to urge them to work with the Westman Opportunities Leadership Group to attract a soybean crushing plant to westman. Maguire believes the Federal Government can support the group by providing funds through the Invest Canada-Community Initiatives Program. Maguire argues that westman would be an ideal location for a soybean crushing plant due to its proximity to major rail lines, highways and the increase in soybean acres. “Having this sort of major investment in westman would be great for
our farmers and regional economy,” said Maguire. “I will work with anyone in Ottawa and across the political divide to make this a reality.” The funding allocated to the Invest-Canada Community Initiatives Program can be used for the purposes of attracting international businesses and establishing operations in the country. The program supports non-profit partnerships at the local community level and the initiatives must focus on supporting the attraction, retention, and expansion of foreign investment. The concept of attracting a soybean crushing facility to westman is gathering momentum as
municipal leaders, farmers, and Brandon University have all thrown their support behind the group’s efforts. Moreover, the amount of acres sown with soybeans is growing; with over 1.7 million acres it is now the third largest crop after wheat and canola. The evidence to support the feasibility of such a plant was also released back in March 2015 in a report commissioned by the Government of Canada and the Province of Manitoba. The report looked at such issues as supply, demand, market conditions and location. The report concluded that a plant could be sustainable and generate freight savings and increase profits for
farmers. As well, livestock producers would benefit by having a local protein feed supply at competitive prices. Maguire said, “It is time to stop exporting all of our soybeans and seeing the value-added processing dollars go along with it. This plant will create jobs and keep dollars in our local company. It truly is a win-win scenario for westman and Manitoba.” Since elected, Maguire has been a strong advocate for increased federal investments made into westman that will lead to increased economic growth. He has been successful in securing infrastructure funds to build new wastewater treatment plants
and expand water pipelines. He has also pushed for funding, such as the Canada Job Grant, to train the workforce that our local companies need to expand and stay competitive. Moreover, in Budget 2017, one of the recommendations that Maguire put forward was to take a whole of government approach to attract new agricultural value-added processing facilities.
“I will continue to support the efforts of the Westman Opportunities Leadership Group and do all that I can to ensure the federal government is a meaningful partner,” concluded Maguire. “It is vital that we work with stakeholders from across the industry to make this plant a reality. We do not want to miss out on this economic opportunity for the people of westman.”
Blue Hills RCMP investigate erratic driving on Tower Road RM of Oakland - Wawanesa On 2017-06-08 at 07:18 Blue Hills RCMP were dispatched to a report of erratic driving on Tower Road (Road 45N) 17 km south of Brandon. Blue Hills RCMP attends along with
Brandon Fire and Ambulance and conducted an investigation. Just over two hours later, a 28 year old male, a resident of the Municipality of Oakland - Wawanesa, was arrested and compelled
to Brandon Court on July 31, 2017. Charges contemplated at this time are Drive Dangerous and Assault with a Weapon under the Criminal Code and Drive Carelessly under the Highway Traffic Act.
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She enjoyed family gatherings and in the summer months loved to camp with family. have Riverside Cemetery. computer skills. Please interment in theWe Hartney 9 parcels of wooded land in the and the St. Jeanʼs CWA HUGE DEMAND for Medical take place RMforofa Lac send resume Sylvia mythe loveSta forever. I came to theThe end.shower The sun will has set for me. Why cry souldu Bonnet, from 25.53 many fond memoriesand of these together. Lorraine Archie travelled throughout“To Canada, tes and for times the lovely lunch they and acres to 159.11 acres in size. on Saturday, June 24 1:00 Transcriptionists! CanScribe references to set free. Miss me, but go on with life. Remember the love we shared. Remember had a special trip to Alaska. Available immediately. Serious ofprovided. Thank you to all is Canadaʼs top Medical 3:00 p.m. at the home of fers considered. brun@mymts.net relcboard@gmail.com. the good times wevhad together. On this journey I must go alone. Miss me but Lorraine was always thinking about others. She was a great hostess and you were never in her house ery long who came to Dadʼs Transcription training school. Alanna Denbow (165 Phone Louis 204-345-2944 This opportunity closes let had me go. Forever holding your hand. Love Bob.” before you would have something toand eat and drink in front of you, the time of day. She many Learn fromregardless home andofwork funeral our sincere Cricket Drive, Souris, MB). Advertisements and statements October 31, 2015. memory of kindness Bob, donations may be made to the Polio talents and was creative, artistic, and very of generous She was In known for her from towards home. others. Call today! contained herein are the sole rethanksmusical, to Dexter Survivors Association or to the Hartney Rink Fund c/o Town of sponsibility of the persons or en1 . 8 0Lorraine 0 . 4 6 6was . 1 5 3 5 . wife, Mom, Grandma and and neighbourly gestures. She also had a great sense of humour. a loving You are invited to Kowalchukʼs Funeral tities that post the advertisement, Hartney, Hartney, Manitoba R0M 0X0. w w w . c a n s c r i b e . c o m Great-Grandma. She truly was an amazing her last years, she never complained about her situation and celebrate Home for all hislady. hardIn work and the Manitoba Community info@canscribe.com Kowalchukʼs Funeral Home, Souris, in care of Newspaper Association and memcould often be heard saying and “I’ll attention be alright”. to detail. Brenda Bond’s COMING EVENTS bership do not make any warranty arrangements. Sincerely, Two years was blessed with a new home in Hartney Personal Care. She enjoyed her time there and to the accuracy, completeness, Souris Districtago, ArtssheCouncil DEKALB SuperSpiel 90th birthday Expression of sympathy may be made at as truthfulness or reliability of such Cindy Reynolds & family continued to2015/2016 live life to its fullest with visits from family and friends, outings to nearby communities. welcomes the World. Concert Series Saturday, July 1 www.kowalchuks.net advertisements. For greater infor& family November \endash 23rdof the things she in Gail her Wright life and a lot to be thankful20for, but one toLorraine include: had many blessingsand mation on advertising conditions, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Morris & Rosenort. 32 Menʼ s, please consult the Association’s ----------------------------------• cherished TERRY theBARBER – relationship most was her with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Manor, 144 - 2nd St. S. Souris Reconditioned, obsolete and Pillow-top set; Pillow-top King left on sales lot. One home inon Blanket Advertising Conditions teams from 7 am so November 5 Our hearts areI heavy andgrateful we missfor her the so, but32wewomenʼ have nos doubt Rapid City move-in ready and set $695; $459 5 piece 48î hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR our website at www.mcna.com. (same door as Library) Also Jennifer many acts kindness I countries. • JESSE that PETERS – presence priced sell. Glendale set; Model she’s in the of theofLord and there’s no better to be. ANNUAL to TRUCKLOAD MATJones, Mikeplace McEwen & Reid equipment. The Battery Man. table No giftsFloor please, a silversofa have received. December 10So we’ll not say goodbye, 1.877.775.8271 and collection chairs sets (La-z- Mobile 260 Glen TRESSHome SALE! Sales, Ends Father’s Day, but “SoThank long. you Till weCmeet for $1195 Congregate a ragain.” r u t h e r s . Winnipeg. Sunday, June 18th! 204-724WE HAVE to Dr. the nurses, • Lorraine’s The Hound the was boyMeals Co.);and $449 5 piece Youth Avenue, Brandon www.batteryman.ca St. Luke’s Anglican funeralofservice heldZiada, on Thursday, June 1,www.morriscurlingclub.org 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at STOCK! $389 pillow top mattress bedroom suitebe (2 colors). 7907 -----------------------------------Baskervilles (MTC) Baptist – ambulance Church would appreciated. set double or queen size. Twin the Faith Community Church indrivers Souris,and withallPastor-----------------------------------Randy Moffit of STEEL BUILDINGS P R O V I N C E W I D E Come in and see our friendly February 11 the staff at the Souris TRY SOMETHING NEW this mattress starting at $149. See our Roblin officiating and special music provided by Laurie Moffit also of CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over and experienced staff. You STEEL BUILDINGS… 8 inch twin memory foam mattress • SIERRA NOBLE – Hospital for their care and winter. Stained glass, fused $299 with removable cover. $459 Roblin. 25 Son-in-law Barry Paulenko provided words of remembrance and a disappointed. SALE!î All Pleasebe accept this as Sale your ìMADNESS February concern. The food, flowers glass and mosaic weekend 400,000 readers weekly. Call wonʼt RV queen mattress (860 pocket invitation to a 10-8, ComeSat and Go Buildings, All Models. Youʼll Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6 this newspaper NOW or email tribute to Lorraine on behalf of the family. Lorraine’s family appreciated the coil pillow top). $599 Beautyrest • JET STREAM – April 17 and visits have helped us classes in our studio in classifieds@mcna.com for &TeaSun in celebration 12-5. Call of KDLAl think weʼve gone MAD support tickets of everyone who attended the funeral Following the service, Glass making Polwarth’s 90th birthday. queen set. $1499 queen adSeason are now so much. 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SOS (Senior’s Organized Services) is located in Victoria Park Lodge 135 3rd St. South, Souris. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone 204-4833106. It was nice to get some rain last week and sounds like we might get even more, and although I see puddles, the side roads are still pretty dry and the dust is flying high when vehicles come and go. Wishing all fathers a Wonderful Fathers’ Day this Sunday, June 18. A father is such a special person who works hard to For Sale - Misc Parts & full trailer repair, trailer safeties & Autopac Trailer Repair. Sales, Leasing & Financing of flatdeck, dumpbox, cargo, gooseneck & utility trailers & truck beds. Kaldeck Truck & Trailer, Hwy #1 MacGregor, Mb. 1-888-685-3127. PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 400,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or email classified@mcna.com for details.
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Victoria Lifeline is hooked up by SOS. This unit will get you help 24 hours a day, seven days a week with just the push of a button. Cancer Care drivers are also available to get you to and from your cancer treatments. Call the office and we will do the rest for you. The Handi-Van will get you to and from your in/or out of town appointments.
If the Van is booked, we will do our best to get you one of our reliable and friendly drivers. On Monday, June 19, from 1:30 - 2:45 p.m., we have Dale and Brenda Lyons from Boissevain coming to entertain us with their musical keyboard and guitar and voices. Come and listen or join in and sing-a-long! For a good homecooked meal call Con-
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by Karen Maryniuk Cribbage on June 7 saw Amelia Morden win the 50/50 and, with her partner Norm Davis, win first place. Second place was a tie between Gayle Collinson and her partner Pat Giesbrecht and Pearl Marshall with her partner, Marnie Heath. June 14 will be the last Crib night until the fall. Hope to see you then. On June 9, Joan Harlton started off the meat draw by choosing meat three times…. once for her husband, Irwin, and twice for herself. Way to go, Joan! Perry Van De Kerkhove won the 50/50 of $97. Chris Demer missed the Ace so the jackpot of $764.50 will increase next week. The last Bingo night will be June 22. It will resume in the fall. Have a great summer! The next general meeting will be June 20 at 8:00 pm in the Clubroom.
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by Darci Semeschuk The familiar car bridge, referred to as the Kirkup Bridge due to the proximity to the Kirkup home on the edge of the Souris River, that spanned Plum Creek at the eastern entrance to Victoria Park for decades, has finally been removed. The bridge was damaged in several floods since 1976, including the one-in-300year flood of 2011, again in 2014 and finally, this spring. The new bridge will be located slightly to the east, be higher and longer and has a projected cost of $1.7 million. According to Municipal representatives, the new creek bridge will look similar to the current bridge, a “Bailey Bridge design”. Named for British War officer, Donald Bailey who designed the structure, the Bailey Bridge was a portable pre-fabricated truss bridge, designed for use by military engineering units to bridge gaps up to 200 feet wide. The bridges were introduced into service in 1942 and first used by Allied units in combat beginning in 1943 during the Second World War. The design was unique in that construction required no tools or heavy equipment; bridge components were small enough to be carried in trucks and even man portable over short distances; and the bridge was strong enough to bear the weight of vehicles up to 70 tons. The bridge was first employed in Sicily in 1943, and the very first Bailey Bridge built under fire was at Leonforte in July. (The website of the Royal Engineers states that the first bridge built “in contact with the enemy” was in North
Victoria Park’s unique Bailey Bridge has been removed and a new bridge is currently under construction on Plum Creek. The $1.7 project is expected to be completed in fall of 2017. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER Africa in November 1942.) A total of 38 Bailey Bridges were built by the Allies during the Battle of Sicily in addition to 20 Small Box Girder Bridges (SBG). In Italy, the Allies constructed 2,832 Bailey Bridges. The Bailey could also be used in conjunction with pontoons and 19
such bridges were built in Italy. The longest Bailey Bridge constructed in Italy was 1,126 feet long and built over the Sangro in December 1943. By the time of D-Day in Normandy, production had been increased and the US was also building bridge components
under license. Bailey was knighted and the bridge design would soldier on into the 21st Century. Construction will continue throughout summer and hopefully the bridge will re-open in the fall – not quite as quickly as the soldiers managed it in 1942!