Vegreville News Advertiser - July 15, 2015

VOL. 68 NO. 28

65 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

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Another cowboy rips out of the pen after a calf during the Hairy Hill Rodeo on July 10,11. See inside for more photo highlights of the action!

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Local warning systems in place for Vegreville & Area

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Man sentenced after being shot by police

Michael Simpson Editor A Vegreville man has been handed his sentence after calling in a false bank robbery. 23 year-old Ryan Pichoch, pled guilty in court in Vegreville last week to a count of possession of a weapon for dangerous purposes and a count of public mischief. Pichoch called police and reported a bank robbery in downtown Vegreville on the morning of December 25, 2014 and when police arrived

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on scene, Pichoch pointed what appeared to be a firearm at an officer, who shot Pichoch in the chest. Further investigation revealed that Pichoch had been holding a replica firearm.

After serving 90 days in jail following recovery from the gunshot, Pichoch has also been given a 10-year ban on firearms and weapons, and 18 months of probation as well as a requirement that he attend all rehabilitation treatment as directed.

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Police responded to a call at 55 Ave and 50 Street in Vegreville on July 10 just before 1 a.m. after a driver hit a parked car. Witness accounts say the driver nearly sideswiped another vehicle before coming to a stop on a front lawn of a residence in Vegreville. Police arrived and arrested a 32 year-old Edmonton man who subsequently failed a blood-alcohol test. He now faces charges of impaired operation of a motor vehicle and impaired operation of a motor vehicle with a BA level over .08. No one was injured in the incident.

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Kitscoty RCMP Submitted On June 22, 2015 the Kitscoty RCMP received a complaint of a saddle being stolen from a residence in Islay, Alberta.

The owner of the property believes the saddle was stolen in the beginning of May, 2015 and has video of a lone male entering the property and leaving with the saddle. The suspect in question is an older aged male who was wearing an Edmonton Oilers jacket and hat with blue jeans, leather gloves and brown boots. Police are requesting assistance from the public to help identify the suspect.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other crime, is asked to contact the Kitscoty RCMP at (780) 846-2870, your nearest police service or any local RCMP detachment.

If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477); via your cell phone text messaging to 274637 (CRIMES), start the message with “TIP205� and continue with the tip; or you can submit a tip online at www.crimestoppers.ab.ca . If your information leads to an arrest or a case being cleared, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000

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Local warning systems in place for Vegreville and area

Town of Vegreville We are in the midst of our severe summer storm season which generally lasts from approximately the middle of May through the middle of September, with the most active period during July and early August. The Town of Vegreville Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the Vegreville Fire Department, feel it is beneficial to inform or remind our residents of two means of communicating severe weather developments or types of incidents that have the potential to cause major loss to life and/or property.

The Town of Vegreville has programmed our Fire Siren (located on the Town Office) to stay at a continuous high wail for several minutes, like an air raid siren. This long continuous wail is a warning to local residents that a major

situation is threatening our community, like a tornado for example. This wail is different from the standard Fire Siren that wails up and down ten times. Should you hear a long continuous wail, and only if it is safe to do so, it is advised that you have a look outside and observe the sky line in all directions. If you see imminent danger, seek shelter and try to have a radio, preferably battery operated, with you. Following the siren wail, time permitting, a message may be broadcast through a system called the Alberta Emergency Alert.

The Alberta Emergency Alert rebroadcasts warnings of imminent danger to all radio stations, television stations and cable systems. Warnings are also broadcast via Facebook and Twitter. In order to receive messages on Facebook, you need to ‘like’ the Alberta Emergency Alert and you need to ‘follow’ them on Twitter at AB_EmergAlert.

You may have heard an actual warning broadcast or possibly a test of the system. It will have a long, unique sounding tone, with beeping and then a pre-recorded message explaining the situation and providing information on what to do. The Town of Vegreville has a select group of authorized users, trained in the activation of these systems.

Log on to www.weatheroffice.gc.ca for more information on severe summer weather. To find out how to prepare for major disasters, please visit www.getprepared.ca. Most of the Town of Vegreville Facilities provide a 72-Hour Emergency Preparedness Guide and other Emergency Preparedness Information Brochures for pickup.

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Hot temps see water ban over weekend washing vehicle fleets, spraying down driveways, excessive lawn watering and so forth. Despite having the measure, actual reservoir levels in Vegreville stayed within acceptable parameters, Infrastructure Planning & Development Director Dale Lefebvre said.

John S. Batiuk water commission manager Pat Tomkow added that on the east end things were less dire than other regions. “We were fortunate on this side, we weren’t impacted as much as Morinville, St. Alberta and those communities,” Tomkow said. “Most communities [in this region] have adequate water storage and aren’t impacted as much.”

Regional water commissions supplied by Epcor are treated as one customer class by the City of Edmonton’s water provider. As a rule, they cannot collectively exceed the peak demand of the city of Edmonton itself. While water measures haven’t been a common occurrence in the past, as populations swell over time, class A and B measures cutting back non-essential water use may become more common, as is already the case in neighbouring province British Columbia.

Michael Simpson Editor A series of hot dry days resulted in a temporary water rationing to be imposed on Vegreville over the weekend, which was lifted early Monday morning. Demand measures on nonessential water use both by the municipality and residents were in effect after the Edmonton Regional Customers Group saw water reserves dipping below 65 per cent heading into last weekend. Vegreville has been purchasing water from the John S.

Batiuk Regional Water Commission for decades after weaning itself from the Vermilion River supply. The commission’s water access is tied to activity and growth pressures in the major urban areas in and around Edmonton, all of which are supplied

by Epcor, who supplies the Capital Region Northeast Water Services Commission, from which the John S. Batiuk purchases its

water.

The water demand measure issued to the public was a class B measure, which includes class A municipal demand measure on water main flushing, sewer main flushing, firefighting training, street sweeping, irrigating parks and more, as well as

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FROM THE PAGES OF THE VEGREVILLE OBSERVER

COMPILED BY DAN BEAUDETTE

90 Years Ago – July 15, 1925 While damage from heat and lack of moisture is reported from many southern points in the province, such is not the case throughout this district. The intense heat of the past week has only served to bring the wheat along to maturity much more rapidly than would be expected and, while a heavy train would be acceptable, it will not be really necessary until the end of the present week. It is estimated that at least 50% to 60% of the wheat in the district is now in head and within a week the full 100% will be out. The damage from the hail, which worried our friend from Forty Nine Creek, does not live up to his pessimistic outlook. In fact, the damage was comparatively slight and did not affect a very large tract of the country.

Practically all of the grain struck has recovered.

Brush Hill entertained a large number of visitors last Saturday at the annual picnic. In the baseball tournament, Ryan won from Highlow; Brush Hill won from Imperial; in the final game between Brush Hill and Ryan, only three innings were played, the game being called on account of darkness.

75 Years Ago – July 10, 1940 The elections of Mexico, such as they are, went to the polls on Monday to elect a new President of that turbulent country. No one knows the result as yet for Mexican elections are not conducted along the lines understood in Canada. However, they take their politics seriously there as something like one hundred people were killed in rioting on election day. The candidates were General Almazan and General Camacho.

Hitler and his bloody gangsters are in for a tremendous lick from every nook and corner of the Dominion – and Canadians everywhere are going to enjoy themselves to the full in the process of applying the licks. The cry has gone out, “Stamp Out Hitler with War Stamps” and the licking of the stamps is being encouraged in a nationwide drive which has been launched by the entire motion picture industry of this country to promote the purchase of the 25c stamps to aid the government in its war effort at this critical hour.

50 Years Ago – July 15, 1965 The Bank of Montreal is Vegreville moved to the rear portion of its new building on Monday morning and it was “business as usual” in it’s confined but satisfactory surroundings. First customers Monday morning were greeted by Manager Jim Richmond and they were Art Beaudette, Lloyd Love and Stan Bellegay.

The Hon. H. Strom, Minister of Agriculture, will officially open the 1965 Vegreville Fair at the grandstand Monday, July 26th. The ceremony will take place at the 7:00 p.m. performance.

Citizens of the town will be requested to observe the meaning of the garbage by-law by making sure their refuse is properly set out for pickup. In particular, though, is the matter of placing of garbage cans in the lanes. The cans and stand should not project any more that 24” into the lane.

Mr. Alec Essers of Lloydminster has assumed ownership of Curry’s Credit Jewellers, and has made tentative plans for an official opening sometime this summer. Alex and Mrs. Essers were in town on Tuesday, but have no immediate plans for moving to Vegreville. Miss Mary Fedoruk and Sally Marchinew will continue to operate the business for Mr. Essers.

Letters Welcomed One role of the Vegreville News Advertiser is to promote dialogue on various issues of concern to area residents. We accomplish this by welcoming Letters to the Editor and allowing various issues to be debated through our pages. All letters must contain the writer’s name, address and phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, however the writer’s name may be withheld from publication in special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Publisher.

The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity, spelling and grammar, taste or for reasons of potential libel. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to withhold letters from publication.

Greece and the Euro: What Now? Gwynne Dyer In theory, it could still work. It only requires three miracles.

Maybe the resounding “no” to the eurozone’s terms for a third bail-out in Sunday’s referendum in Greece (61 percent against) will force the euro currency’s real managers, Germany and France, to reconsider.

Maybe the International Monetary Fund will publicly urge the eurozone’s leaders to cancel more of Greece’s crushing load of debt. Last Thursday the IMF released a report saying that Greece needed an extra 50 billion euros ($55 billion) over three years to roll over existing debt – but that even then, its debt was “unsustainable” in the long term.

And maybe Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras will accept the terms he asked Greek voters to reject in the referendum if he can also get a big chunk of debt relief – say around 100 billion euros ($110 billion), about a third of Greece’s total debt – from the eurozone authorities and the IMF. It’s all the-

oretically possible, but it would require radically different behaviour from all the parties involved.

Tsipras has already made one big gesture. On the morning after the referendum victory, he ditched his flamboyant finance minister, Yanis Varoufakis, who had needlessly alienated every other eurozone finance minister with his scattergun abuse. (He called them all “terrorists” during the referendum campaign.)

The IMF’s gesture was even bigger, if much belated. It knew the eurozone’s strategy was wrong from the time of the first bail-out in 2010, and it is finally admitting it.

There was no debt relief at all in the 2010 bail-out, and only privatesector creditors were forced to take a “haircut” (around 30 percent) in the second bail-out in 2012. Most of Greece’s debt was owed to German and French banks, and that wasn’t touched. Instead, 90 percent of the country’s bail-out loans have gone straight into repaying European banks.

Why didn’t the IMF blow the whistle on this long ago? Because it was not taking the lead in these negotiations, and by taking part in the 2010 bail-out anyway it broke its own rules. It also knew that devaluation, usually a key part of IMF bailouts, is impossible for Greece unless it actually leaves the euro (which

Greeks desperately don’t want to do).

So the usual post-bailout economic recovery didn’t happen. In five years Greece’s debt grew by half, its economy shrank by a quarter, and unemployment rose to 25 percent. Most Greeks know that the current approach simply isn’t working, which is why they voted “no” in the referendum.

The eurozone authorities also know that Greece’s debt can never be repaid in full, so why don’t they just give the Greeks the debt relief they need?

Partly because Chancellor Angela Merkel knows that her own German voters would be furious at more “charity” funded by their taxes, whereas they stay fairly quiet so long as the debt is still on the books. Partly because other eurozone countries would see it as special treatment for Greece.

Italy, Spain, Portugal and Ireland have also been through harrowing bail-out programs, and they don’t see why they should pay for Greece’s folly in running up such huge debts.

So it really isn’t possible to predict whether Tsipras and Greece will be offered a better deal or not. It’s equally impossible to say what will happen to the euro “single currency” if there is no deal and Greece crashes out of the euro in the next couple of weeks, although the eurozone authorities insist that they could weather the storm.

We live in interesting times.

Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Coping effectively with change and setbacks Karin Hitchcock, M. C., CCC

some difficult setbacks before,” or “This too, shall pass,” are often creDealing with change is a part of ating the internal language that life. Have you ever wondered why helps them get through some tough some people can just bounce back situations. some from very difficult life experiSetting goals and breaking those ences and others may become over- goals down into achievable steps is whelmed by small things? People also important in creating resilience. who are able to handle A significant factor in resilproblems and setbacks ience is having positive relasuccessfully are often tionships with family memreferred to as “resilient.” bers or close friends. Being Research studies have able to ask for “help” is also found that those who lack significant. We often need the ability to cope with to ask others for support stress and adversity are when we are faced with life’s more at risk for psychoups and downs. This mutual Karin Hitchcock, M. C., CCC Community Counsellor logical distress. Stress and reciprocal support and and adversity can be caring can help us get many things, including family rela- through life’s disasters. It is importionships, financial obligations, tant to connect with others and health problems, and work chal- build a strong “tribe” of healthy lenges. Trauma from past issues people. may also affect an individuals’ ability Resilience is also found in individuto cope with change. als who practice gratitude or can see Individuals demonstrate resilience the silver lining in difficult situawhen they are able to face difficult tions. For examexperiences and rise above them. ple, not getting a There are several traits associated job after an with building resilience. These intense interview involve being able to manage and may be seen as a effectively deal with one’s emotions, failure, but it can having self-confidence in one’s abili- also be seen as ties, and being able to communicate an opportunity effectively with others. Those who to look for the engage in positive “self talk,” such as “right” job and “I can get through this, I’ve had to strengthen

skills. A person can look at a break up as a “failure,” but it can also be perceived as a learning opportunity for knowing how to be in a new relationship. Resilient people often create a shift in their perspective and look for the good in a bad situation. Being able to “bend” with life’s challenges and “bounce back” are skills that we can learn so we can deal more successfully with change and setbacks.

Karin is the Community Counsellor with FC S S in Vegreville and also has a private practice.

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holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology and is a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She has had a lot of opportunities to build resilience!

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Veg’s new traffic signs will aMAZe

Although the formal unveiling hasn’t taken place, the Town of Vegreville has installed new traffic signs to mark Mazankowski Way in Vegreville, which is the honourary designation of four blocks of 50 Street in Vegreville.

August 29 will see Canada’s former Deputy Prime Minister, Don Mazankowski, who served as the area MP for many years, honoured as part of the vEGGfest ceremonies at the Elks Park. (Michael Simpson/Photo)

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Award-worthy service at Covenant Health Covenant Health Mission Awards showcase extraordinary staff in your community Provincial awards honour those who provide care with integrity, compassion, collaboration, stewardship, respect and social justice Each year, Covenant Health holds an awards ceremony to recognize individuals and teams that are outstanding examples of living our Mission of serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages and caring for the whole person—body, mind and soul, in all they do. There are six Mission Awards, one for each of Covenant Health’s values; compassion, respect, collaboration, social justice, integrity and stewardship.

Employees, physicians, board members and volunteers are nominated by their peers, members of their communities, or by patients and residents. Six recipients, one for each value, were chosen at a Mission Awards Gala in Edmonton, held on April 16.

This year, there were two nominations in the Mundare and Vegreville communities: Diane Hiebert, Registered Nurse, St. Joseph’s General Hospital; and Food Services, Facilities Maintenance and Engineering from both St. Joseph ’s General and Mar y Immaculate Hospitals.

Diane has worked in the Emergency department for over 20 years, and was nominated for integrity.

According to Leanne Stuart, fellow nurse, Diane advocates strongly for her community. “She believes people in rural communities should expect and receive the same or greater level of attention and care as people in the larger centres.

This not only refers to the level of skill of the nursing staff and physicians, but also to the level of equipment and supplies available to provide that care.”

Diane leads the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth) Program, and has done so for over ten years, and plays an integral role in the immunization of both the Vegreville community and her colleagues for the f lu.

“She is an important cog in our wheel—she is a significant factor in ensuring the department runs smoothly and our patients receive safe, effective care,” says Leanne.

The Food Services, Facilities Maintenance and Engineering staff were nominated for collaboration.

The teams worked together to continue to provide quality meals for patients and residents when a pipe burst in the ceiling of the kitchen of Mary Immaculate Hospital in December. Throughout the holiday season, the teams from both Mary Immaculate and St. Joseph’s worked together to bring food from one facility to the other while ensuring they were providing quality meals for those in their care.

The two buildings being over 29

kilometers apart, they faced some unique challenges. According to a supervisor, “It is a great example of how two departments can really rely on each other through a rough patch to come to a common goal with respect and caring to ensure our residents are well-served.”

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Protect yourself from Hantavirus AHS Albertans are reminded of the important steps they should take to pr o t e c t t hem s el ve s f r om Hantavirus.

Hantavirus is a serious illness that mostly affects the lungs/respiratory system. Caused when humans inhale airborne particles of urine or feces from an infected rodent, anyone

working in an area where mice or mice droppings might be present and become disturbed, can be at risk.

To protect yourself and reduce your risk of illness, follow these precautions whenever cleaning areas of mice or mice droppings: - Open doors and windows for ventilation, and keep out of the area for at

least 30 minutes prior to commencing clean up.

- Wear rubber gloves, thoroughly soak droppings, nests and dead mice with a bleach/water solution (one part bleach to nine parts water) or a household disinfectant.

- Let the bleach water solution sit for five minutes.

- Never disturb any droppings, nests or dead mice, prior to soaking with this bleach solution.

- Mop up bleach-soaked droppings,

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nest and/or dead mice, or pick up with paper towels, and place them in a plastic bag.

- Seal the bag and put in a garbage container with a tight fitting lid.

- Wash your gloves before removing, and then wash your hands.

- Never vacuum or sweep droppings, nests or dead mice. This can create dust that can be inhaled. The dust may contain Hantavirus.

Although rare, Hantavirus can be fatal. Infected individuals typically show symptoms one to two weeks following exposure; however, symptoms can appear up to five weeks after exposure. Symptoms resemble severe f lu, including fever, body aches, chills, abdominal problems and severe breathing problems.

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News Advertiser PAGE 11 Andrew School students will find a brand new playground in the new school year. Through much hard work and countless hours of fundraising, a new playground will be built sometime in August thanks to the amazing efforts of the Andrew School Foundation, its tireless volunteers and many financial contributors. (Andrew School/Submitted)

A new playground destined for Andrew School

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Andrew Sportoff Days Softball games, farmers market, mud bogs and of course fun for the kids were all in order during the village of Andrew’s annual Sportoff Day on June 27. (Michael Simpson/Photo)

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Men’s rating: 70 Women’s rating: 74 Memberships: $1,000 (Adult), $900 (Senior), $700 (Junior) $1,800 (Adult Couple), $1,600 (Senior Couple) Memberships come with a park pass.

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Yeehaw! Hairy Hill Rodeo photo highlights...

The 27th annual Hairy Hill Rodeo was packed with punch yet again to the delight of rodeo fans everywhere. The popular event featured steer wrestling, heavy horse pulls, bronco bustin’, wild horse racing, calf roping, a silent auction, two nights of dancing and cowboys and cowgirls getting to know each other, and more. Held over the weekend of July 10, 11 there were hundreds of spectators turning up for the event and competitors who’d traveled hundreds of miles for a chance to bring home a buckle or a bruise. (Michael Simpson/Photos)

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APARTMENTS Bachelor and 1 bedroom apartment suites for rent.

Flexible lease term, Balcony, 3 appliances, rent includes water, heat and powered parking stall.

Bachelor start from $695, 1 bedroom start from $795, SD $500. Please ask move in incentive for qualified seniors. More info and viewing call 780-275-0235 or 780-632-3102.

2 bedroom suite in an apartment building for rent. Spacious, Balcony, in-suite storage room.

Rent includes water, heat, and powered parking stall. Close to hospital and shopping centre.

Rent: $935. SD $835. For more info and viewing call 780-632-6878 1 bdrm suite fully furnished, includes utilities & laundry.

N/S, N/P. Available July 1. Phone 780-632-2906 2 – one bedroom suites for rent $600 and $700 respectively.

Utilities included. Call or text at 780-965-8168. Available Immediately.

AUTOMOBILES

2002 Honda Odyssey.

Loaded.

280,000kms.

Good shape. $2900. 780922-5999 2002 Suzuki Aerio car, 4 door hatchback, A.W.D., $2800. Ph: 780-994-3005 ’03 Pontiac Sunfire, 5 spd cruise, 205,000 kms, safety done, road ready, trailer hitch, $1600/offers; 4x8 Utility Trailer $500/offers.

Phone 780-763-0075 For Sale By Original Owner.

2000 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan. 100,500 km. 30,000 km on new engine. Mtn. records available. Tan, automatic, FWD, PW, PD, PL, tilt, cruise, A/C, command start.

Great Condition. $3300 obo.

Phone 587-280-1844 For Sale: White 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport, 3.8L engine. Runs well. Asking $2,300. Call 780-632-3351 2005 Impala, loaded, 210,000 kms. VG condition. $1600. Phone 780-6320422

1978 Mercedes 280. 4dr. Like new. 145,000kms only. $3600.

780-922-5999.

2002 Honda Civic, Standard Drives Excellent Needs TLC $3200 780-922-5999 2002 Pontiac Montana Minivan Good shape. $2800 780-922-5999 2001 KIA, 4 cyl, 4 dr, standard, $1600. PH: 780-922-5999

Will do custom baling.

Phone 780-632-7321

ENTERTAINMENT DIRECTV Starting at $19. 9 9 / mo.

FR EE Installation. FREE 3 months of HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX, & Starz. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade! 2015 NFL Sunday Ticket Included (Select Packages) New Customers Only. CALL 1-800-370-1356

FARMLAND FARMLAND FOR SALE: Beaver County SW of Vegreville. Approx. 138 acres. Serious Enquiries 780-632-9757.

CHILD CARE

FEED

Day home has room for 2 full-time children. Phone 780-632-6815

Highland Feeders is purchasing feed barley.

Please call the office at 780-768-2466.

Oats & wheat wanted.

Any condition. Dry, wet or heated. On farm pickup.

Immediate payment. 1866-349-2056 Wanted: Large round or square hay or straw bales, new crop or old. Contact Jim at 780-658-2478

COMMERCIAL

2000 Windstar.

Ex. engine & transmission.

Body damage. For parts $750. 780-922-5999

CUSTOM WORK

For lease 2,671 sq. ft. commercial space. Extremely high traffic between China Zone and Albert’s restaurants. Large parking space.

Phone 780-275-0138

COMPUTERS VM SYSTEMS Looking for a new computer? VM SYSTEMS has all you’ll ever need in computers! Installation – Sales – Service – Internet. One call will get you in touch. Phone 780-632-2859 9am – 5pm.

FOOD THRILL DAD with 100% guaranteed, delivered-tothe-door Omaha Steaks!

SAVE 69%, plus 4 FREE Burgers - The Favorite Gift - ONLY $49.99! ORDER Today! 1-800-483-3491 or use code mbdad75 at www.

OmahaSteaks.com / 49377JCF U-Pick Saskatoon’s. 10 minutes from Vegreville. $8 per 4L pail. Phone 780632-8807

GRAIN BINS Custom Bin Moving 14’ – 19’ Hoppers/Bins, with/ without floors. New and used bins for sale. Wayne (cell) 780-632-0455, (H) 780-658-2433

HEALTH & FITNESS

JULY 15, 2015

Full Time Seasonal G R E E N H O U S E LABOURERS – Job includes flowers planting and picking, planter assembly, watering plants, garbage clean-up, etc. Some heavy lifting req’d. Must be hard working. Mon-Sat 7am-5pm. O/T Req’d.

Starting wage $10.33.

Mundare location. Please send resume by email HR@darvonda.com Please reference “greenhouse labour” in the subject to be considered.

month. Phone 778-7551313

HOMES FOR RENT

SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB alert for seniors!

Bathroom falls can be fatal.

Safe Step Walk-In Tub, approved by Arthritis Foundation, therapeutic jets, less than 4” step-in, wide door, anti-slip floors, A mer ic an made.

Installation Included. Call 800-379-6390 for $750 off

New 2 bedroom 4 plex, 5 appliances, no pets, no smoking. $900 dd, $900 rent. Phone 780-632-1020 or 780-363-2132

HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS Emerson, 8,000 BTU’s, Window, air conditioner, newer, remote. $200.00.

780-632-4950

VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 40 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL NOW! 1-888-223-8818

Advertise your rental property here for as little as $7.95 per week!

VIAGRA 100mg, CIALIS 20mg. 40 tabs +10 FREE, $99 includes FREE SHIPPING. 1-888-8360780 or Metro-Meds.net

3 Bdrm Townhouse, $1090 /mo. available immediately. Call Dave at 780-632-0321 or 780932-0041

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2 bdrm mobile home. No pets. Phone 780-632-1551

LAWN/GARDEN

Vegreville – 1 to 4 Bdrm homes, 2 to 4 appliances, N/S, N/P, References. PH: 780-658-2504

For Sale: Bird Houses, Feeders and Lawn Ornaments. Phone 780632-4784, evenings.

VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills $99.00 FREE Shipping!

100% guaranteed. CALL NOW! 1-866-312-6061 **SUMMER SPECIAL** VIAGRA 40x (100 mg) +16 “Double Bonus” PILLS for ONLY $119.00.

NO PRESCRIPTION Needed!

Credit / Debit Required. 1888-386-8074 www. newhealthyman.com Satisfaction Guaranteed!!

TAKE VIAGRA? SAVE $500!

100mg,/Cialis 20mg. 40+4 FREE, PILLS .Only $99.00. Save $500!

1-888-797-9024

HELP WANTED Lady wanted to clean house weekly in Vegreville. Call 780-632-6574

A.C. 2600 19 FT Disc V.G. Shape 6500; J.D. 506 H.D. rough cut mower 3 P.H. $650. Phone 780896-2181 1900 Ford Tractor fwa, with 771 loader, 699 original hours. $6500 obo.

Phone D. Korpan 780658-3328 Used JD 328D Skid Steer 1390 hrs., $40,000 obo.

Phone 780-632-9492 For Sale: 2 – 1000 gal steel water tanks, $300 each or $500 for 2. 8 ft. truck camper, offers.

Phone after 8:00 pm 780632-7934 NH 116 Hydroswing.

Good condition. Extra nice. Rebuilt skids. Phone 780-768-2426 12 ft. Alteen Breaking Disc.

Phone 780-668-3104 For Sale: 3650 Case IH Baler with new 540 PTO shaft; 1 – 9 ft. Badger haybine; 1990 Chev ½ ton.

Phone 780-656-6141

Basement suite, N/S, N/P, $675. Available July 1st.

Phone 780-218-2278

For Sale: Registered yearling and 2 year old Red Angus Bulls. Siemen tested. Brown Alta Farms 780-768-2313

Vegreville Duplex. 3 bdrm.

2 bath. W/D, N/S, N/P. $1250/mo. S/D $1250. 2 bdrm also available. 780632-4501 or 780-4986469

LOTS

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Must Sell! Vacant lot in Mundare, 120’x50’, reasonable offers. Call 780-4794230 or email: nancy. c@shaw.ca

DISH TV Starting at $19.99/ month (for 12 mos.) SAVE! Regular Price $34.99 Ask About FREE SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 877-477-9659

Lamont; ½ duplex, spacious, 3 bedroom, big kitchen, nice yard.

Reference. $1000 per

MACHINERY

Golden Arrow Spray Master model 33 field sprayer (166 gal aluminum tank). Both items shedded and in good condition. (780) 270-5486

Protect Yourself From Unsafe Banks! DON’T BANK ON IT! Free book reveals 20 modern banking dangers such as cybercriminals, money-hungry politicians & Too-Big-To-Fail bankers. 800-893-2619 30 - 4” posts 7’ $3 each.

Phone 780-896-2181 YOUNG READERS – Find the magic of farm life in this wonderful children’s book.

Check out Richard the Donkey and His LOUD, LOUD Voice at www.

RichardTheDonkey.com

MOTORCYCLES

For Sale: 1984 Honda 450 NightHawk, blk, 15063 km.

Phone 780-632-8885

PERSONAL Make a Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1-888-9099905 18+

LIVESTOCK

2 Bdrm Duplex in Vegreville available August 1st. $975/ month, DD same. inc. electric. Call/Text 587-2802070

AVIATION Grads work with JetBlue, Boeing, Delta and others- start here with hands on training for FAA certification. Financial aid if qualified. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-453-6204

MISC.

2 bdrm house for rent in Vegreville. Close to schools and pool. $1000 per month. $1000 DD. Contact Jason 780-632-8882

2 Bdrm home, $1000/mo.

DD same + utilities. No smoking, no pets. Phone 780-940-4951

900 gal poly water tank w/pump on trailer. $1500 PH: 780-367-2228

AIRLINE CAREERS. Get FAA approved maintenance training at campuses coast to coast. Job placement assistance.

Financial Aid for qualifying students. Military friendly. Call AIM 888686-1704

Meet singles right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages & connect live. Try it free. Call now: 800-417-7304 Find the love you deserve!

Discover the path to happiness. New members receive a FREE 3-minute love reading!

Entertainment purposes only.

18 & over. 800-758-2304 ALL MALE HOT GAY HOOKUPS! Call FREE! 800450-0813 only 18 & over

PROFESSIONAL

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Hosted by author & evangelist Pastor Doug Batchelor, got to finalevents.com or call 780-632-3746

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REAL ESTATE

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 Want To Purchase Minerals And Other Oil/ Gas Interests. Send Details To: PO Box 13557, Denver CO 80201

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Windows 10. Coming to a PC near you Arthur Beaudette Tech Talk Windows 10 launch date is set on July 29, 2015 A lot of you have questions about Windows 10 upgrade, here are some popular questions and answers:

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tablet or desktop PCs that are for sale now.

How do I reserve on my existing device?

Just open the Get Windows 10 app (description below) and click reserve.

- Click on the small Windows icon located at the lower right side of the taskbar.

- Click ‘Reserve your free upgrade’ when prompted.

There’s no obligation and you can cancel your reservation at any time. After you reserve, Microsoft will download Windows 10 to your device when it’s available. You will then be notified when your device is ready to install the upgrade.

What is the Get Windows 10 app?

SERVICES

SHARED ACCOMODATIONS Household privileges, internet & Satellite TV, N/S, no utilities, furnished $450/mo PH: 780-632-2692

TO GIVE AWAY 8 week old farm kittens.

Phone 780-367-2670

TRUCKS 1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-9225999 2002 GMC 4x4 HD ¾ ton Service Truck 340k $3500 780-922-5999 1985 F350 Dually. Extra long flat deck, $1600.

780-922-5999 1997 Ford 7.3 Diesel, 4 x 4, missing transmission.

Nice deck, $2800. 780922-5999 2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600.

780-922-5999.

2006 Honda Pilot 6 passenger SUV. Loaded. $5750. 780-994-3005 1994 GMC Sonoma 140,000 kms. New clutch. $800.

Phone 780-764-4069 2008 Ford Crew Cab, 4 dr., loaded, 240,000 kms, VG cond. $5200. Phone 780-632-0422

WANTED CARBON CREDITS – Attention Farmers – Not Completed? Call Today!

780-603-0630, Crystal

What are the basic facts of the Windows 10 upgrade?

Microsoft is making Windows 10 available as free upgrade for qualified Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1 devices.

It will be available starting July 29, 2015; people can reserve their free upgrade today.

You only have until July 29, 2016 to take advantage of this offer. Once you upgrade, you have Windows 10 for free on that device.

Is the upgrade really free?

Yes, it’s free.

This is a full version of Windows, not a trial or introductory version. It is available for a limited time: You have one year from the time Windows 10 is available to take advantage of this offer.

Windows Offer Details Yes... really. It’s free! This upgrade offer is for a full version of Windows 10, not a trial.

3GB download required. To take advantage of this free offer, you must upgrade to Windows 10 within one year of availability. Once you upgrade, you have Windows 10 for free on that device.

Windows 10 Upgrade Offer is valid for qualified Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 devices, including devices you already own.

Some hardware/software requirements apply and feature availability may vary by device and market. The availability of Windows 10 upgrade for Windows Phone 8.1 devices may vary by OEM, mobile operator or carrier. Devices must be connected to the internet and have Windows Update enabled.

Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1 Update required. Some editions are excluded such as Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise, and Windows RT/RT 8.1.

You must be running the latest version of Windows 7 (Service Pack 1) or Windows 8 (Windows 8.1 Update) to receive the free upgrade to Windows 10 via Windows Update.

How do I get my free upgrade?

You can do one of two things: a) Buy a new Windows 8.1 device and upgrade it to Windows 10 for free, or b) Reserve a free upgrade for your existing Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 PC What happens when I reserve?

When you reserve, you can confirm your device is compatible with Windows 10. Between reservation and when your upgrade is ready, the files you need for the upgrade will be downloaded to your PC to make the final installation go more quickly. Then, when your upgrade is ready after July 29, 2015, you get a notification that lets you get started with your upgrade.

Are there any qualification requirements?

The only requirements are that a) your device is compatible, and b) you’re running genuine Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1) or Windows 8.1 (Update). Sorry pirates. You lose again.

Windows 10 is designed to run on Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 PCs. That means your device is likely compatible and will run Windows 10.

If I buy a new PC today, can it upgrade to Windows 10?

Yes, new qualified PCs can run Windows 10. Windows 10 is designed to be compatible with the Windows 8.1 laptop,

Get Windows 10 is an app that’s designed to make the upgrade process easy. It checks to make sure your device is compatible, and it reserves your free upgrade; it also has information to help you learn about the features in Windows 10.

For devices running Windows 7 SP1 or Windows 8.1 Update with Windows Update enabled, the app shows up automatically as a Windows icon in your system tray at the bottom right-hand side of your screen.

If I change my mind, can I cancel my reservation?

Yes, you can cancel your reservation at any time prior to installing Windows 10. Here’s how: -Right click on the Get Windows 10 app or Windows icon located in right end of the taskbar.

- Select “Check your upgrade status” - Click the menu in the upper left corner, then select “View Confirmation.”

- In the lower left, select “Cancel reservation.”

What edition of Windows will I get as part of this free upgrade?

When you upgrade, you’ll stay on like-to-like editions of Windows. For example, Windows 7 Home Premium will upgrade to Windows 10 Home.

Some editions are excluded: Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise, and Windows RT/RT 8.1. Active Software Assurance customers in volume licensing have the benefit to upgrade to Windows 10 enterprise offerings outside of this offer.

Will all my stuff be in the cloud?

Your files are saved on the hard drive of your device by default. Windows 10 includes OneDrive which provides free storage space in the cloud; this is completely optional, but gives you the benefit of being able to access your personal files from anywhere. For more information, please visit : https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-faq Anything Else?

Well, I imagine that there will be a rash of “Scumware” coming that will look and feel like a windows upgrade. Your first line of defense is to ensure you have a good (up to date) antivirus software running on your computers. Second, much like a Nigerian Prince with millions of dollars needing your help to move his riches out of the country.... if it doesn’t sound right, it likely isn’t. I doubt anyone will be calling your to tell you that your Windows 10 upgrade failed and for $49.95 and access to your computer, they can fix it. Be smart and enjoy the free upgrade if you are eligible.

Arthur Beaudette is the General Manager of VM Systems, a Vegreville-based IT Management company that works with clients on proactive, performance enhancing strategies for their businesses. Mr. Beaudette brings 25 years of experience in the world of computer networking and security, broadband systems development and remote management technology.

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CARD OF THANKS

JULY 15, 2015

MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

OBITUARY

CARPENTIER, Lenoard April 27, 1932 – July 18, 2014 In loving memory of Lenoard Carpentier Remember him with a smile today He was not one for tears Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years Recall to mind the way he spoke And all the things he said His strength, his stance, the way he walked Remember these instead The good advice he’d give us His eyes that shone with laughter So much of him will never die But live on ever after As we loved you, so we miss you In our memory you are near Loved, remembered, longed for always Bringing many a silent tear Lovingly missed by Marlene and families

RAWLUK, Hope May 6, 1930 – July 13, 2013 In loving memory of our dear Mom, Baba & Great Baba We who love you, sadly miss you As it dawns another year.

In our lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of you are always near.

Memory is a lovely lane Where hearts are ever true.

A lane so often travelled on Because it leads to you.

Someday we hope to meet again Someday we know not when To clasp your hand in the better land Never to part again.

Forever loved and sadly missed.

Robert, Judy & Tony, Gladys & Gordon, Jamie & Patrick, Dylan, Hudson & Keaton, Carolyn & Jay, Hannah, Avery & Camryn

LUKENCHUK, Andrew It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Andrew Lukenchuk. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Elsie, son Ken, 4 grandchildren: Heather, Marc (Ann), Ryan (Renate), and Andrea, and 8 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his loving daughter Elaine, his sister Anne, his parents (Peter and Lena Lukenchuk), parents-in-law (John and Maria Kostiuk), and brother-in-law Albert Kostiuk.

He is lovingly remembered by his brothers Joe (Roseland) and Metro, and his sisters Elsie (Andre), Helen (Ernie) and Frances. He will be also missed by cousins, nieces, nephews, relative and friends.

The family offers special thanks to Dr. L. Bobyn and the staff at Cottonwoods Care Center for their devoted, loving care and support to Andrew and his family.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 20, 2015 at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna. Interment will take place in Drumheller Cemetery, Drumheller, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kelowna General Hospital Foundation, Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

SPRINGFIELD FUNERAL HOME 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, B.C., VlY 5V8 Phone: 250-860-7077 Fax: 250-868-3817

GODZIUK, Paul July 12, 1930 – July 16, 2011 In loving memory of Paul Godziuk You can only have one father, Patient, kind and true, No other friend in all the world, Will be the same to you.

When other friends forsake you, To father, you will return, For all his loving kindness, He asks nothing in return.

As we look upon his picture, Sweet memories we recall, Of a face, so full of sunshine, And a smile for one and all.

Sweet Jesus take this message To our dear father up above, Tell him how we miss him, And give him all our love.

Remembered and sadly missed.

Your loving family

LASTIWKA, George N. April 6, 1931 – July 19, 2008 Our memories build a special bridge When loved ones have to part And soothe a grieving heart They span the years and warm our hearts.

Preserving ties that bind Our memories build a special bridge.

Lovingly remembered and missed Wife Lil, sons Mel & Remy, Dwayne & Becky Memory Eternal

THANK YOU TERRY WARAWA! I would like to express my appreciation and many thanks to Terry Warawa for coming to my aid when I was stranded on the highway on July 11, 2015. I cannot express how thankful and appreciative I am to you for taking the time to help me out and sending out a tow truck to get me and my vehicle home safely. A Very Huge Thank You to Terry Warawa. Many Thank-You’s Dwayne Drescher

MEMORIAM MORGAN, Sanda May 19, 1985 George December 6, 1988 Daughter Diane Gieslinger May 18, 2005 Those whom we love go out of sight But never out of mind They are cherished in the hearts of those they’ve left behind In our hearts your memories linger Sweetly tender, fond and true There is not a day Mom, Dad and dear Sister That we do not think of you.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Dwayne Miller and Family SEMENIUK, Ken C. July 2, 2011 Down the path of memories We softly tread today.

Our thoughts are always with you As life goes on its way.

We can not halt the hand of time, or live again the past; But in our hearts are memories That will forever last.

Janet, Dan & Family SAWIAK, Mike In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away June 25, 1995.

It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone A part of us went with you The day God called you home.

A million times we’ve missed you A million times we’ve cried Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same, So many things have happened Since you were called away So many things to share with you If you were here today.

We hold you close with our hearts And there you will remain To walk with us through our lives Until we meet again.

Forever loved and remembered by your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren

MILLER, Shirley November 3, 1942 – July 4, 2012 In loving memory of our dear wife, mother and grandmother.

No one knows the heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that we bear in silence For the one we loved so well.

Always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts Remembered always by husband Dwayne and Family

RAWLUK, Tommy January, 1929 – July 1995 In loving memory of a dear husband and father who passed away July 14, 1995.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone.

For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

Forever loved and sadly missed by loving wife Edna and son Dale

SKOROPAD In Loving Memory of Russell Mark Skoropad who passed away July 18, 2012 We didn’t know that morning What devastating sorrow the day would bring.

The bitter grief and shock severe To part with one we loved so dear.

No time to bid farewell No chance to say good-bye.

Our lives go on without you but nothing is the same.

There will always be a heartache and often silent tears But always precious memories of the days when you were here.

We lovingly remember all the good times we shared.

For you always showed us how much you cared.

We hold you close within our hearts ‘Till we meet again.

Always remembered and forever in our hearts.

Mom & Family

OBITUARY BRODA, Lillian Isabell Died peacefully on July 12, 2015 at the Brantford General Hospital, Brantford, Ontario, Lillian’s birthplace, July 16, 1931. Predeceased by her parents, Alfred and Hattie May (Misener) Allen, two husbands Frank Topper and Tony Broda, and her son, Robert Topper. Survived by her children Mary Greening (Brian Tinis), Cathy McIntyre, Doug Topper (Marlene), Jay Topper and Tina Topper-Hauck (Larry) as well as brothers Ted Allen (Norma), John Allen (Jean), and Norm Allen (Ruth), 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. As per Lillian’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Lillian was a devoted member and volunteer with the Mary Immaculate Hospital Auxiliary.

Donations in her memory can be made to the Auxiliary at PO Box 349, Mundare, AB, T0B 3H0.

ANDRUIK, Steve August 17, 1915 – July 13, 2015 On Monday, July 13, 2015, Mr. Steve Andruik of Vegreville, Alberta passed away just prior to his 100th birthday.

Steve is survived by his loving family, two daughters and two sons, Betty (Ernie) Gegolick, Ernie (Pat), Donna Straughan and Donald (Lili); 5 grandsons Ward (Sheelagh), Randy, Brian (Laura), Cameron (Michelle) and Kyle; 7 great-granddaughters Anna, Amiee, Megan, Emily, Sarah, Rowan and Jordan; one sister in law Mary Andruik; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Steve was predeceased by his wife Dora; one son Ronald in infancy; parents Tom and Sarafina Andruik; along with numerous siblings.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir (5146-48 Ave.) in Vegreville, Alberta with Father Mykola Sawchenko officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta.”

To send condolences visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd., Vegreville,780-603-5800.

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Willows offer Albertans renewable energy source

Scott Lundy AITF When Albertans think of willow trees and shrubs, chances are they think of these hardy, quick-growing plants as possible additions to their gardens or as plants to grow on their farms as a windbreak or along their laneways.

So it may surprise many of you to learn the Town of Whitecourt and Camrose County are among those Alberta municipalities converting willows into biofuel.

AITF Thermochemical Processing Team Lead Don Harfield, who is based out of Vegreville’s AITF facility, participated in a “Willow Harvesting and Combustion Field Day” organized by the Alberta Rural Organic Waste to Resources Network (AROWRN) on April 22. The goal of this year’s event was to connect the links in Alberta’s fast-growing woody biomass to the province’s energy production chain.

“Many people would be surprised to learn municipalities in Alberta are already investing in technologies that use wood biomass to provide heat energy to their municipal buildings,” said Don. “Camrose County’s use of feedstock from Ohaton’s willow plantation is an example of how Albertans utilize environmentally sustainable and renewable resources to complement their efficient use of energy from fossil fuels to the benefit of local communities.”

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VVA introduces… How to do an oil painting!

VVA Submitted Oil painting is a versatile medium suitable for any style or genre. Their rich colours, buttery consistency and unique fragrance make them a delight to work with.

The paint is applied to a support, such as a pre stretched canvas with brushes or painting knives.

Oil paint is slow drying which can work to your advantage - make a mistake just wipe it off. The slow drying properties also allow for delicate blending, fine detail and interesting textural effects.

Getting started: 1. Paint: oil paint comes in tubes and is available in student and professional grade.

2. Palette: available in wood, plastic, disposable paper or make your own.

3. Brushes: please don’t use your grandmother’s favourite watercolour brush, purchase brushes that are specifically for oil paint. Buy good brushes and look after them.

4. Easel: painting with your canvas in an upright position is easier than horizontal; an inexpensive table top easel will suffice.

5. Solvent: used to thin your paint and for clean up. Purchase an eco friendly brand available at art supply stores.

6. Lint-free rags: cleaning brushes and removing or applying paint to your support.

7. Supports: pre stretched canvas, canvas paper, canvas boards or wood panels primed with acrylic gesso.

8. Palette knife: used to mix colours on your palette.

9. Safety: do not eat, drink or smoke while painting. Dispose of solvents properly.

Painting is a very personal and enjoyable pursuit so let us begin. Select a picture or a sketch. Determine the highlights and shadows. What direction is the light coming from? Work from the distance to foreground.

For a landscape, set your horizon line two- thirds down the canvas. Cover the canvas with a very thin coat of liquid white, this will help colours blend. Wipe

brush on your rag or paper towel to remove excess paint between usages, clean as required. Using 2” brush take some blue and paint the sky, keeping the outer edges darkest.

For your landscape, create ground colours by combining green, brown and rust colours. Using a palette knife take a dab of each colour and spread thinly on palette; use your 2” brush to drag through the paint. Starting at the outer edge of your canvas, create rolling hills or mountains with clean horizontal strokes. By varying your greens and browns, lighten or darken your landscape adding dimension and character. Layers of thin coats are better than thick goopy layers. To create fir trees, take your fan brush with black, brown and green and vertically shape the tree. Using the same brush, create the branches using a horizontal stroke pressing down from the corner to the middle like a smile. To highlight the tops of the tree branches, use the same paint with some white to give a lighter shade. Again, take some green, white and a little yellow to highlight where the sunlight hits the tree. Make sure shadows are away from your light source.

Create bushes with the same colours using a round brush with a tapping motion. Add flowers for variety and interest; add grass to the base of the tree using a combination of your browns, greens and yellows and applying the colour with your fan brush using an upward sweeping motion. A script brush is also useful to paint grass, dry branches, birds and your signature. Have fun and happy painting!

VVA is a group of local artists supporting and promoting the visual arts in Vegreville. The V.V.A. Gallery, is located in the Vegreville Centennial Library , where this featured art form will be displayed. Anyone wanting further information about V.V.A. or becoming a member can contact mpvarga@shaw. ca or visit VEGREVILLE VISUAL ARTISTS on Facebook.

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Borshch Cook-off judges announced

Hazel Anaka www.babasandborshch.ca The third annual Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival is now just weeks away. Festival Coordinator Hazel Anaka is issuing a challenge and an invitation to all ‘closet cooks’ to enter this fun event. Entries are limited to the first 15 who call 780-365-2434 or write babasandborshch@gmail.com “(The cook off) has been one of the

most popular aspects of the festival and we expect this year to be no different. In fact, based on early registrations, there will be some drama. Last year’s winner, Nicholas Zachoda of the St. Michael area will be competing head-to-head, ladle-to-ladle with first year winner (and his Baba) Helen Zachoda from Mundare. Last year young Nicholas took the judges by surprise with his secret ingredient, an

egg from one of his own chickens,” said Anaka. “I hear he’s been tending his vegetable garden with a lot of TLC and finessing his chopping skills…. pretty impressive for a teen.”

“But, it all comes down to taste. It doesn’t matter how clever the stories they tell or how beautiful their place setting display is. Sure, those provide great entertainment value for the crowd but for us as judges, only the taste matters,” said Chef Gail Hall who is returning as one of the judges for her third year. Joining Hall this year is Chef Brad Smoliak of Kitchen by Brad and founder/editor of The Tomato food and drink magazine, Mary Bailey.

Cooks compete for one of three prizes (a custom-made borshch bowl by Vegreville’s Debra CherniawskyDurrer) and bragging rights. “Even though there was some trash talk last year and the Edmonton Journal has referred to it as a Borshch Smackdown, this is strictly a fun event. No one is going to win a million dollars,” said Anaka.

This year the Cook Off is sandwiched between Gail Hall’s Borshch Demo Cooking Class at 11:30, now free and open to all who attend, and the festival’s close out event: the screening of a documentary called A Place Called Shandro. Three excellent reasons to be in Andrew August 23rd.

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(left to right) Antoinette Fortier, volunteer, Marie Wispinski, board member of Sunshine Club , Leon Benoit, M.P and Chair of the Natural Resources Committee, Marlene Roth, Vice-President of Sunshine Club.

Vegreville Sunshine Club is receiving $19,266 from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Fed funds for Sunshine Club Members and volunteers of Vegreville’s Sunshine Club discuss the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) with Leon Benoit, MP. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier On July 3, Leon Benoit, MP for Vegreville – Wainwright, paid a special visit to Vegreville’s Seniors Sunshine Club. “On behalf of the Honorable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), Vegreville Sunshine Club is receiving $19,266 from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) to install folding doors and replace carpets so seniors can continue activities such as f loor curling, shuff leboard, crafts, concerts and pancake brunches.” Benoit announced.

“Under the NHSP, up to $25,000 in grant funding can be provided to eligible organizations for community-based projects that are led or inspired by seniors. Since 2006, the NHSP has funded more than 13,000 projects in hundreds of communities across Canada.”

It was noted that Wong stated that through partnering with organizations; we can help to keep seniors active, engaged and informed.

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Fedoruk’s finest sing for spring recital Debbie Fedoruk had her annual spring recital for her voice and piano students on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at St. John Lutheran Church. A good crowd was out to hear an evening of fine performances.

Front row, left to right: Debbie Fedoruk, Brooklynn Dolejsi, Julia Dolejsi, Shelby Magnus, Tristan Neil, Linden Stuart, Tabitha Kirk, Andrew Kirk, Barbara Kouvaris and Nicole Durrer. Back row, left to right: Jennifer Young, Ken Timanson, Barbara Rybchuk, April Siggelkow, Bailey Stefan, Carissa Fedoruk, Kaitlin Clough and Jessica Clough. Missing: Taylor Walroth.

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Tape-it-up Tuesday bound with fun

Rosanne Fortier To create something amazing with duct tape just takes imagination and common materials like Popsicle sticks, cardboard or card stock.

Even if it was warm outside, cool was the number one word used at the f irst Tape-It Up Tuesdays’ program at Vegreville Centennial Library.

This program launched on June 30 where there was a planning section where kids wrote down what they wanted to design and what colors they wished to use for their project.

Carmen Heisler and Sonora Bohaychuk, led the children in their projects. They explained that the possibilities with duct tape were endless as they researched the internet with the kids. An owl bag was one idea, f lip-f lops and dancing shoes which were created with duct tape were another.

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New wheels from Canadian Tire for Garrett!

Kevin Peck, Associate Dealer for Vegreville Canadian Tire, was seen presenting a bike to Garrett McCrimmon who won a contest put on by the store to help raise money for Jumpstart on Jumpstart Day May 30th.Total proceeds raised between the barbecue and ticket sales were $750. Funds are used locally through Jumpstart to help kids cover costs associated with enrollment in organized sports.

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“We Care” award for Canadian Tire

Canadian Tire employee Sheila Lashbrook was recently recognized for outstanding customer service.

The franchise has a recognition program called “We Care” in which employees get recognized by providing excellence in customer service and demonstrating a ‘we care’ attitude or behaviour. Canadian Tire Corporation in Toronto is recognizing Sheila with this outstanding award for being a high achieving in customer feedback. Sheila has received 50+ great comments from our customers commending her on her service levels at the store here in Vegreville. Standing with Lashbrook is Vegreville Canadian Tire Associate Dealer Kevin Peck. (Photo Submitted)

Seeing red

Town workers have painted crosswalks red for the summer’s Paint the Town Red movement in support of the Chamber of Commerce’s 40-year celebration of the Pysanka and RCMP. The commemorative ceremony will take place on August 29 at the Elks Park in Vegreville, as well as vEGGfest, two concert events happening at the Ag Society Grounds August 28 and 29. Tickets to the concerts are still available by contacting the Vegreville & District Chamber of Commerce (780) 632 2771 and there is no admission to the ceremony at the park on the 29th.The Paint the Town Red movement was spearheaded by the Impact Vegreville Committee to show support for the Chamber’s big year. (Michael Simpson/Photo)

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Chips off the ol’ Minecraft block

Rosanne Fortier 10 children participated in the first session of the Minecraft Maniacs program on July 8. Another 10 kids from six to 10 years-old took part in the Minecraft Masters on July 9 for 11-14 years-old at Vegreville

Centennial Library. Both groups worked well in teams or individually flexing their creative abilities in a digital world unencumbered by gravity.

This is a fun club that is held over the summer holidays. In it, kids can play cre-

Tayne adds flavour to Veg cuisine Ellen Dunn Submitted Tayne Thorn-Bishop has come to Vegreville from Vancouver, BC. She grew up in North Vancouver and attended Capilano University for Cultural Anthropology. While working at a local boxing gym, Tayne was a personal trainer and Olympic certified boxing instructor for all levels and ages including a client named Karla Gulbrandsen. Karla was owner/operator of a local pizzeria ‘Karla’s

Brooklyn Pizzeria’. She convinced Tayne to come help out at that pizza shop and it was there that Tayne discovered her love and passion for fresh food and ingredients. Karla recognized this passion and, as a Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute Graduate (located in California), she recommended that Tayne attend culinary school. Tayne applied, and was accepted, into the Culinary Arts program at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts.

Affectionately known as ‘PICA’ this school/

ative or survival world games, build and have building competitions. Each child was given an iPad to use for the program. “We hold this program to introduce technology to some children. Then some children are creative in a crafty way and other ways and

Minecraft is a way for them to express their creativity by building different worlds, lands, islands and castles.” Carmen Heisler, Library Programmer said.

restaurant is located in the beautiful tourist hub Granville Island of downtown Vancouver, BC. She received classical French Cuisine training under Chef Jean-Jacques and Chef Katsuhito Inoue who trained her and helped turn a passion into a thriving career. Upon graduation, Tayne worked multiple jobs to expand her skill set from small cafes to busy pubs to fine dining restaurants. She’s proud of what she’s accomplished and thanks her wonderful husband, Chad Bishop, for being so supportive.

When Chad received a job offer to work in Vegreville, they packed up and headed here for the next adventure. Tayne has enjoyed learning about the local history and rich Ukrainian culture found here. She has met many friendly locals here in Vegreville mostly while working at ‘The Pour House Café’ and catering shop where she is currently completing her Red Seal apprenticeship under Laura Harris, owner and operator. When not at The Pour House during the week, Tayne is found cooking (and baking) up a storm on Saturday nights at the historic Vegreville Train Station. She’s bringing her 10+ years of cooking experience to the ‘Open Mic’ nights at The Train Station, offering a plentiful and exciting buffet experience for the musicians or those just looking for supper and a show. Each week so far has had a multicultural theme to it, a recent wonderful Italian night which included a variety of culinary Italian delights and a tiramisu! All dishes are freshly made, using locally-sourced products whenever possible.

Tayne hopes everyone will embrace these exciting new ‘theme’ nights at the historic heritage site of The Vegreville Train Station.

While she provides new and exciting food, The Train Station will also always have

perogies available on the buffet and will continue to provide homemade, authentic Ukrainian cuisine on the menu for those who want the Ukrainian Cultural experience of Vegreville.

Whether you’re passing through to visit or you’re a local, please join me in offering a warm welcome to this young friendly Chef and wish her and her husband luck with her journey as she expands her culinary and cultural knowledge here in our wonderful Vegreville! Welcome Chef Tayne!

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Alber ta Health Ser vices ALBERTA HE ALTHY LIVING PROGR AM has a variety of workshops available in the Vegreville area ! Weight Wise, Craving Change, Diabetes the Basics and Better Choices, Better Health. Call 1-877-314- 6997 for more information and to register. All classes will take place at the Vegreville Community Health Centre ( 5318-50 Street) Vegreville Food Bank Is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 Maple Street and is open Tuesday & Friday yearround from 10am – noon. Phone 780 - 6326002 or email : vegfoodbank93 @ gmail. com Vegreville Rotar y Peace Park Bookings please call John Sawiak 780 - 632-3208 Girl Guides of Canada SPARKS – Kindergar ten & Grade 1 to be determined.

BROWNIES – Grades 2 & 3 meet ever y Wednesday from 6 : 00 -7: 30pm GUIDES – Grades 4 to 6 meet Thursday from 6 : 30 8 : 00pm PATHFINDERS – Grades 7 to 9 meet ever y Wednesday from 7:15 -8 : 45pm.

All groups meet at St. John Lutheran Church, 4513 Maple Street, Vegreville.

For more information call Pamela 780 632-7147 Oil Wives Club of Vegreville. A smile. A handclasp. A world of welcome. Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around or over 60 years. We are here for any woman whose par tner ( or she herself ) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industr y. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780 - 6324922 or Shirley @ 780 - 632-3283 for more information.

Basilian Fathers Museum ( Mundare ) .

Please visit the Basilian Fathers Museum ( Mundare ) this summer to see its latest exhibit, “Peter Lipinski : Large and Small Canvases,” along with an ongoing display devoted to Bp. Budka in Canada. The museum is open Monday-Friday, 10am4pm and weekends, July and August, 15pm.

Vegreville Regional Museum. Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956 -1995 ), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection : 25 years of distinguished public ser vice of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada.

Home of the Vegreville & District Spor ts Hall of Fame. Open Year Round. MaySept Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Oct-April phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hw y 16A . www.vegreville. com (780 ) 632-7650 Historical Village and Pioneer Museum at Shandro. Located on Highway 857, midway between highway 45 and 28 nor th of Willingdon. A proud par tner of the Kalyna Countr y Ecomuseum, this open air museum features 14 major buildings and ar tifacts from 1900 – 1930. Hours : Canada Day weekend to Labour Day weekend Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Admission by donation, For more information call (780 ) 603-1198 HEADS UP for A A Meets at Vegreville Hospital ever y Monday at 8 : 00 PM 3rd floor.

Alanon New Beginning Meeting Thursday at 8 : 00 p.m. Call 780-275-0054 for location.

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Rotar y Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings ever y Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843- 49 St., Vegreville. For more information contact Jody Nicholson at 780 - 632-2418.

Ever y Monday 1: 00pm to 2 : 00pm. Join us in the Mundare Drop-In Centre “WalkAlong” fitness program.

Literature available to help you with your personal program. Walk at the Drop- in Centre, and also, weather permitting, we will walk in Ukainia Park. Ever yone Welcome ! !

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets ever y Tuesday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014 – 50 St, Vegreville, AB. For info call 780 - 632-2933. www.therockmc. com TOPS ( Taking Of f Pounds Sensibly) Weigh-in 4 : 45pm. Meeting 5 : 30pm at St. John Lutheran Church, 4513 Maple St., Vegreville. 780 - 632-7433 or 780 - 6582670.

Ever y Wednesday Trapshooting Outdoor Range 7: 00pm. Contact Geof f 780 - 6321432 341 MUNDARE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up ! Wednesday evenings 6 : 30 9 : 00pm through the school year. Youth 12-18 years welcome. Call 341 Squadron at 780 -764-2341. Visit us at www.cadets. ca or www.aircadetleague.com Friday Prayers : Weekly Jumaat prayer in Two Hills. If interested, please contact Deen 780 - 603- 6090 or Waseem 780 - 6038443

Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alber ta, Fish & Game Association ) Please check website V WF.ca Email : vegrevillewildlife @ gmail. com “Women’s Book Club” meets first Thursday of each month at 6 : 30pm at the Vegreville Centennial Librar y THE RED HAT ROSES, a chapter of the Red Hat Society, an international social group for mature women, meet for fun and friendship at Leonel’s Place at 1: 30pm the second Monday of ever y month. See www.redhatsociety.com THE CL ASSY CANADIANS, a chapter of the Crown Jewels of Canada Society, a national social group for mature women meet for fun friendship and caring at Leonel’s Place the four th Monday of ever y month at 1: 30pm. See www. crownjewelsofcanada.com Vegreville Lions Club meets at Sunshine Senior Centre – 4630 - 49 Street. Meeting 7 p.m. 2ND and 4TH Tuesday except July and August.

Kinsmen Club of Vegreville holds meeting at 6 : 30 p.m. at the Vegreville Kinsmen Golf Course. Call Mike Webb at 780 - 6322666 days THE ALBERTA DR AFT HORSE CLUB meetings ever y 2nd Saturday of ever y 2nd month. 780 -764-2099 Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliar y Society meets third Wednesday of ever y month, except July and August. Meetings held in EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM ( St. Joseph’s Hospital ) at 7: 00 p.m. Call 780 - 632- 6323

Friday Prayers : Weekly Jumaat prayer in Vegreville. If interested, please contact Hesham 780 - 603 - 6245 / 780 - 632-2721 or A zeem 780 -885 -2627

Royal Canadian Legion Vegreville Branch # 39 General Meeting ever y 3rd Wednesday of September, November, Februar y and June at 7: 00pm. All members welcome to attend.

LOAVES & FISHES Lunch star ting Friday September 10 – 11: 30am-1: 00pm ever y Friday except stat holidays. Good Food.

Bring old friends. Make new friends. All are welcome. 4615 Maple St. ( 60 St. ), VPC Church. No charge.

The Red Hot Red Hats meet the second and four th Friday of each month at 1: 30 pm. See www.redhatsociety.com Contact Millie 780 - 632-2148

How Disciples live Bible study and workshops. We meet ever y Friday night at The Rock 5014-50 St. at 7pm. Call for info 780 - 632-2933 or www.therockmc.com Bible Study at 10 am at the Vegreville Seventh-day Adventist Church, 5258 – 46 Ave. Ever yone Welcome.

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets ever y Saturday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014-50 Street Vegreville, AB. For info call 780 - 632-2933. www.therockmc. com Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of ever y month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Joyce Porayko 780 - 632-3830 or Secretar y Leah Henderson 780 - 632- 6565.

Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club at 7: 30 p.m. at Vegreville Regional Museum. Call 780 - 632-7729 or 780 - 632-3495 Nonviolence Study Group for anyone wanting to learn more about the principals of nonviolence and how to apply them in today’s world. If you are passionate about making a dif ference, or just curious to learn more, please join us from 7-8 pm.

Call Kim at 780 - 658-2550 for location details.

Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 meets first Thursday every month except July and August.

Meetings are held in the Elks Hall at 7:30 pm.

Contact Robert Bennett 780-632-4717.

Vegreville Garden Club meets the last Monday ever y month at the Seniors Sunshine Club, 4630 – 49 St. at 7: 00 p.m.

President – Marie Eliuk 780 - 632-2578 The New Vegreville Aquarium Club meets ever y last Monday at 7: 00pm at the Vegreville Centennial Librar y “Writer’s Group” meets last Tuesday of each month at 2 : 00pm at the Vegreville Centennial Librar y Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking Program for Older Adults 10 -11am at the Vegreville Centennial Librar y Gymnasium 4709 -50 St, Contact Ir vin Cowan 780 - 632-2977, Jim Nicholson 780 - 632- 6437, Carol Lynn Babiuk 780 - 632-3331 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injur y? We can help ! The Alber ta Brain Injur y Initiative provides suppor t, coordination and education for brain injur y sur vivors and their families. For more information on our free ser vices call 1-866 - 645 -3900 Tofield A A Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting ever y 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893 AWA N A - a Chr is tia n club for boys a nd gir ls age 3 to gr ade 6 . Me ets Thur sdays fr om 6 : 3 0 - 8 p.m. Now me eting in the A llia nce Chur ch’s new building at 46 0 6 - 55 Ave.Ca ll 6 32-2261 for more infor mation

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UCWLC Meetings to be held ever y third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville.

Veg-Al Drug Society an Alber ta Health Ser vices, community funded agency Room # 217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Out patient counselling ser vices for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling. Of fice Hrs. – Monday to Friday, 8 :15 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m. Phone 632- 6617.

The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having dif ficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential ser vice available to those in the 632exchange. Phone 632- 7070.

The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets ever y 3nd Wednesday of the month. Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and to get in the community. For more information, please call 632-2848.

Viking A A Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi Purpose Room 8 : 00 p.m.

Wednesday nights.

VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels ( reading, writing, math and speaking English ) . Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting. Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing suppor t are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program. Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780 - 632-7920 for more information.

Senior Floor Curling at 1: 00p.m. ever y Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club. 55 +.

Call 780 - 632-2624.

Vegreville Flying Club meets ever y 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7: 30 p.m. at Terminal Building VegMin Literacy Program of fers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills. Phone : 632-7920 for inter views.

Ever yone is Welcome Prayer House 5729 44A st. Veg. Nor th of St. Joseph Hospital come and share your testimony and hear the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise. Ever y Sunday at 10 : 30 AM. Also I will pray for the sick believing in God for the answer. But God commandeth his Love toward us, in that, while, we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. RO. 5 : 8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 6322843 A A Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Rober t 780 - 656 -5829 Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held ever y last Tuesday of f each month (excluding July and August) at 7: 30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room Ever yone Welcome.

New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch.

12-1pm. Bring a friend ! Bring a dish ! Call FCSS 780 - 632-3966 for locations & info.

A A meeting at Lamont United Church ever y Thursday at 8 : 00 p.m.

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Review: Arkham Knight

Duncan Korpan-Wood Gaming provides a lot of experiences; in no other media platform can you lead a rebel army, invade a temple with magic sword in hand and crush the evil within or have your heart stopped by a lurching zombie.

Then there is the superhero genre. Periodically these games have been, well there is no delicate way to phrase this…bad.

Most superhero games lack the feel of the superhero or are tone deaf to the character itself.

If you were to play Superman 64 for example

without reading any of the comics you might think that Superman goes around flying through rings all day.

However in 2009 gamers were pleasantly surprised to find a superhero game that was fantastic. Batman: Arkham Asylum. This game captured Batman and captured every facet of being Batman, villains, plot and combat were superb.

Now six years later after an equally-as-good sequel and an underappreciated prequel, we have the end to the trilogy; Batman: Arkham Knight.

I won’t touch too much on the plot as it is very spoilerific. I will say that it is very well presented and very true to the Batman canon universe. The stakes feel very real and at times feel insurmountable. Batman begins to present himself as a vulnerable character as the plot progresses, which very much humanizes what could be a story about a man playing dress-up beating up rioters.

The downside to the plot is that it does require a certain amount of time invested in the previous two games. A lot of the plot and some of the side missions are a continuation of story threads planted previously. While the in-game encyclopedia does do a fantastic job of covering it, some scenes could lose their impact if you were not aware of previous events.

Also the side missions add so much to this game, in fact to get the true ending all side missions must be completed including the Riddler collect-a-thon. Luckily there are actual rewards at the end of it not just pointless pats on the back.

There are also some great story elements in these sections that need to be completed as they are very satisfying.

Arkham Knight takes place in Gotham City, which unlike all the Batman movies is completely original and very much provides character to this game. The architecture is a mix of new skyscrapers and old world structures, crumbling waterfronts and dilapidated neighbourhoods. As you glide through the city it gives Gotham a sense of age, a place that screams inequality and uncontrolled crime.

Arkham Knight is one of the first games to come out exclusively for the new generation of consoles. And it shows; everything has a coat of polish that was unseen in the last generation. As you glide around Gotham city you see the insane amount of detailing applied to everything. This is easily one of the most visually stunning games I have played. The particle physics from smoke and destroyed concrete truly set the bar. Character models have insane amounts of detailing allowing a player to identify the faction that the enemy belongs to from across the map.

As you fight against the many enemies of the Batman, you utilize a large arsenal of tricks and visceral hand to hand combat. The stealth sec-

July 15, 2015 tions in previous games gave you limited amounts of ways to traverse the battlefield and a few different ways to take down enemies. Arkham Knight opens up the possibility in many ways, allowing you to trick your enemies with a voice synthesizer or blow up a generator. My personal favourite is to hack a drone and listen to the confusion as the enemies panic as their technology targets them. Of course there are the normal takedowns, the silent takedowns and the inverted takedowns. The newest fear takedowns allow you to target multiple enemies and cause panic in the rest of the crowd. They are also extremely visceral and the most satisfying to get right.

Hand to hand combat, which has always been impactful, fluid, simple yet with surprising depth, has had much more brought in. Combat is still two buttons; one button to strike another to counter. Now environmental weapons and assisted takedowns add much more to each fight.

You’re also encouraged to think before you strike as various enemy types can easily turn the battle against you. Combat still flows as you fly from enemy to enemy striking them, but now you need to be certain that your next strike does not spell your end. It’s much more tactical in that regard.

The newest gameplay mechanic is the Batmobile.

While many have stated their hate for this tank/car/APC hybrid I unabashedly love the thing. It adds so many gameplay elements and adds another way to solve puzzles. The tank portions are fun and break up other sections, although having to hold down one button the entire time the tank mode is engaged does get annoying.

Overall this is a satisfying end to a trilogy that introduces new ideas while reinforcing core elements from previous games. It wraps up the story from previous games while adding new ones that reach a satisfying conclusion. Batman Arkham Knight is a game that not only defines what a great superhero game can be, it also sets a very high bar of what games this generation are capable of achieving. If you are looking for a story driven game that delivers a one-two punch then Batman Arkham Knight is worth a look.