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March for Contracts
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Officer Involved Shooting
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RCMP files from July 16 - 22 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser July 16 15:00 – Peace officers conducting a traffic stop for no registration and no insurance. The owner of the vehicle and some friends pushed the vehicle on to private property and argued that the officers could not tow the vehicle because it was on private property. RCMP attended and indicated that they would be towing the vehicle. The owner then made an attempt to get in the vehicle to move it into a garage and was arrested for obstruction. 19:56 – Report of 3rd party information regarding sexual interference. Complainant indicated that a family member disclosed that a sibling had disclosed that an acquaintance of the mother would watch adult movies with the child and invite her to touch him. Reporting parties are out of the province. This matter is under investigation. 21:30 – Traffic stop conducted for speeding. The passenger was arrested for an outstanding warrant. The driver had a GDL license and blew a 0.022 on a field sobriety test. (GDL drivers have a zero tolerance for impairment). The driver exhibited signs of suspected overdose and was transported to Edmonton hospital. The passenger also became sick and was transported to Vegreville hospital. Suspected cocaine was found. This matter is still under investigation. July 17 10:09 – Report of a male taking a product off of a shelf at a local business. Before exiting, the clerk asked the male if he was going to pay for what was in his jacket and the male denied having it. The male was identified in video and charged with theft. 11:15 – Complainant called to advise that they received a call from Direct Energy about opening their account. The complainant lives in Calgary, however, the caller indicated that they were calling about their residence in
Vegreville (which may not even exist). Still under investigation. *** could be a scam call.
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14:49 – Complainant attended the detachment to report that they were harassed by peace officers and RCMP who came to their property to serve municipal enforcement documents regarding maintaining of property (cutting the lawn). Since this is a municipal issue, it should be reported to the town. 15:11 – complainant attended the detachment to report a CRA scam. The voicemail (recording) stated that the call was urgent and they should call back immediately or have their lawyer call. No call was returned and this was reported for information. 16:57 – Report of sexual harassment by a tenant on her landlord. The complainant provided a written statement but did not want to pursue charges and asked that the landlord be spoken to as
mitted and it is not known where the subject is. 20:05 – Report of a male laying on the shoulder on Hwy 16 and Holden Road. Members attended and found a male severely intoxicated. He did not know where he was going or how he got to where he was. The subject was arrested for public intoxication and lodged in cells (for his own safety) until sober.
July 19
19:06 – Teens were reported harassing employees at a local business. Report of swearing at employees, plugging toilets, throwing garbage on the floor, rude to customers as well as other issues. Some of the activities have been captured on video surveillance. All youths are chargeable for mischief and this matter is still under investigation. 19:50 – Employees at a local business reported that a female is having issues with her services and threatened that she was going to kill everyone in the office. The subject was arrested and released with court documents as well as an undertaking to not be in contact with the company or its employees. 20:54 – Report of 3 youth on a business roof who were captured on video surveillance throwing multiple items through a roof vent and then tampering with a video camera. Still under investigation for criminal charges.
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she was moving out. The landlord was spoken to. 19:43 – Anonymous call regarding an ex-husband who has threatened violence in the past. The caller wants the RCMP to contact the ex because they do not want him to attempt to contact the family. No offense has been com-
10:00 – Report of a truck being stolen from inside the compound of a business. The lock to the gate had been cut however the truck was locked and the keys were not in the vehicle. The truck is still missing and has been added to the RCMP database. 15:21 – Report of a collision between a car and bicycle. The bicycle driver had fallen off his bike while the car was reversing. The car tire made contact with the rider and the bicycle. EMS transported the rider to the hospital with pain in his ribs arm. Video from the location showed that the car likely could not have seen the bicycle behind them when they were backing up. No charges were laid. 17:55 – More SCAMs involving fake CR A, Microsoft, TeamViewer etc. where the caller gained access to computers and also instructed people to purchase iTunes cards etc. Callers have also been instructing people to lie
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Greyhound Bus to Leave Vegreville Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Greyhound Canada’s decision to discontinue bus service to the prairies in Alberta has been covered in large news centers such as City TV in the past couple of weeks. While some have angrily dismissed Greyhound’s discontinued service to communities on the prairies east of Edmonton such as Vegreville as a sudden and stingy action on the part of the company, former bus station manager Rick Hunka has a different idea. He chalks it up to the result of Greyhound’s poor service in these smaller municipalities over a number of years. “There were a lot of instances where the bus was late, and people made a complaint,” Rick stated, “And Greyhound replied to say that they had too many stops to worry about whether
the Vegreville bus was late.” Rick also remembered the decline in bus patrons over the past years. “There was someone who man-
aged the bus stop before me, about ten years ago, and there would be maybe twenty people who rode the bus every day. By the time I didn’t have the bus stop anymore, there would be maybe five people riding the bus.” In light of this, we reached out to Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee, who was unavailable for a comment throughout the writing of this article, due to other administrative duties. The people who have, up to this point, used Greyhound buses for transportation or shipping still have other options, including Vegreville’s (available, though more costly) taxi services for transportation, and Canada Post for shipping. For those who are in need of a method of transportation out of town, former patrons of the Greyhound bus will have to get a little more creative with methods such as carpooling and ridesharing.
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It’s Time for a Divorce
Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion The often embattled but never boring Derek Fildebrandt thrusts himself into the news stream once again. Current MLA for Strathmore-Brooks in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta and former Wildrose (UCP) Shadow Minister of Finance & Treasury Board, Fildebrandt was kicked out of Alberta’s United Conservative Party by Jason Kenny and now sits as an independent. At times a human highlight reel, Fildebrandt is no stranger to headlines. All you need to do is Google his name to get an idea of some of what he has become famous for. It’s not all sunshine and roses. In this next chapter, Fildebrandt has launched the Freedom Conservative Party of Alberta which has raised some eyebrows. In his own words, “Fildebrandt has been a long-time advocate of unifying the Wildrose and PC parties into a new, united, grassroots and principled conservative party. In his time as an MLA, Fildebrandt has consistently stood for limited government, free speech and personal responsibility. Fildebrandt served as both the Alberta Director and National Research Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. Federally, he fought to end the Liberal long-gun registry, scrap gold-plated MP pensions, and require First Nation Chiefs to publicly disclose their salaries to band members. In Alberta, he led the fight against the Redford government’s
deficit budgets and abuse of taxpayers’ money.” Perhaps one of the most interesting statements from his website (and public comments) he states that he plans to hold a provincial referendum (in Alberta) to remove the equalization program from the constitution stating that it is not being implemented as it was originally designed. He wants to take this to the supreme court of Canada just as Peter Lougheed did in 1980 when challenging the National Energy Program. Whether this holds water or not we may never know, but there is one point that does ring true. Alberta pays a lot, and over the years, the program has been re-adjusted so that we pay even more. The current equalization program takes on average, $2 billion per year from Alberta for distribution to other provinces. For the 2018-2019 year, Quebec is slated to receive $11.732 billion. There are now three conservative parties in Alberta. Fildebrandt has also stated that he will not run candidates unless that riding is one where the NDP has no chance of winning. I’m not sure how they will define that, but it will be interesting. Once called the Separation Party of Alberta and also the Alberta First Party, Fildebrandt unabashedly states that the Freedom Conservative Party is for “those who just want a stronger Alberta but primarily those who want a stronger Alberta with less Ottawa.” For many, that doesn’t have a bad ring to it at all. If we were in Quebec, this would sound a lot like the Parti Québécois was pitching their platform. And why not? Why shouldn’t Alberta think of Alberta first? Other provinces have done it for years and right now, it seems a lot like Alberta stands alone. Could a different type of referendum be in our future if Fildebrandt sees success? Is it time for Alberta to talk about a divorce with the Federation as Quebec once did? Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
This note is to express my sincere gratification for the above-expected customer service from Curtis Hirsch of Vegreville Drug Mart. Curtis has extended extra requests willingly for me. For a young business owner in Vegreville, he has set a high level of customer satisfaction that is so refreshing. I wish him much success in his business, as he is earning it every day. Sincerely, Deb Zaleschuk - Deb, thanks for writing in with positive comments. Too often in society today we are flooded with negativity in the news media and social media. It is nice to hear some positive feedback. Way to go Curtis and the Vegreville Drug Mart team! -AB Name: Liberty Gaudet Likes: horses, my family Dislikes: when my sister is bossy, mushrooms
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Hot-Dogs for Dogs and Cats
Visitors at the Vegreville Co-op kept volunteers busy throughout the day. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
Everyone needs love and care and a home. Domestic animals especially need this and that is where Prairie Tails Animal Rescue Society comes in. They are a nonprofit organization that is located on Birch Avenue right beside the Public Works Building in Vegreville and are operated by volunteers and donations. President of Prairie Tails Animal Rescue Society, Connie Brown said they take in strays and unwanted cats and dogs in Vegreville and they make sure they are spayed, neutered and vaccinated before they send them to homes. They also try to help reunite lost pets with their owners. They are seeking foster homes too because a lot of the animals go into foster care before they are adopted. On July 19, Prairie Tails Animal Rescue Society held a hot-dog sale to raise funds for this endeavor. This sale tried to cater to people who desired to live a healthy lifestyle as they asked if people wanted wholewheat of white buns. The community also jumped in to help as Vegreville Co-op donated a good portion of the wieners, buns, and pop, ATCO Gas provided the Barbeque, and ATCO Electric supplied the tent for the sale.
Volunteers for Prairie Tails Animal Rescue Society-(Left-to-right) Kim Nahorney, Dave Humphries, Diana Spasiuk, Deb Rusnak, Connie Brown. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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from the pages of the vegreville observer
Compiled by Dan Beaudette
90 Years Ago – July 25, 1928
Temporary premises for the officials connected with the new subJudicial District and Registration District have been secured in the Bice Block from Mr. Wener. G.B. Henwood, deputy attorney-general, was a visitor in town this week and made the arrangements. He also looked over some sites for the court house to be erected possibly next year but committed himself to nothing in that respect. The vote on the bylaw in Fairwood S. D. whether or not to erect a new schoolhouse, went two to one in favor of the new school. There was only a small vote polled. The Hayward Lumber Co. of Vegreville have the contract. The picnic at Birch Lake, given by the Vegreville Elks Band, was an outstanding success. Large crowds from Vegreville, Innisfree, Lavoy, Ranfurly and other places were present. The numbers given by the band were well rendered and much appreciated. The band will play again at the Bruce Stampede on Thursday.
75 Years Ago – July 28, 1943
W.M. Leisman of Inland, has joined the R.C.A.F. for standard aircrew duties and will take preliminary training at Edmonton. He had been buyer for the National Grain Co. at Inland. You asked about bicycles. I’m told present intention not to increase number manufactured. No change in number of models till end of war. “We have developed a wartime model, expect to be able to continue its production as it represents the bares essential for cheap transportation,” is the statement. Third Bros. Drug Store is closed for the current week, undergoing some radical changes in the interior. The partition between the drug store and the dental offices formerly occupied by Dr. Melver, is being removed and the fountain and lunch counter service will be located there. The change will give considerably more floor space to the store. Reopening for business will probably take place about Monday, August 2nd. Keeping up its usual high standard both as to exhibits and entertainment, the annual exhibition held on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of this week came off quite successfully. It is fair to say that prior to the exhibition there was a certain feeling of pessimism as to the outcome under present-day conditions. But the attendance in spite of threatening weather, came up to that of 1942 and possibly exceeded it.
50 Years Ago – July 25, 1968
Under construction in Mundare is the new St. Peter and Paul’s Ukrainian Catholic Church. The $200,000 hexagon structure is being built by Forest Construction and work began on the building in late May of this year. Completion date is set for some time in October. The building will have a seating capacity of about 300 persons. It is of brick construction. It is located immediately beside the old church in Mundare. An increase in the population of white-tailed deer in this area must be assumed after a report of a number of road kills of the animals was received. No less than nine animals have been reported killed with six of them occurring in June and three of them during the month of July. A buck and a doe were killed at Royal Park, while four animals were road killed at Hilliard, Innisfree, Mundare and Lavoy during June. July has seen a buck killed at Innisfree, a fawn at Innisfree and a doe west of Vegreville. The Vegreville Pool Sharks will be holding a swim-a-thon to raise funds for the swim club. Private individuals and businesses will be approached to sponsor a swimmer for a certain amount of money per lap.
25 Years Ago – July 27, 1993
In less than 20 minutes there was enough rain fall in Vegreville on Friday morning to almost cover the highway at some points when storm severs weren’t able to handle the run off. In the first few weeks of July 61 mm of precipitation was recorded at the environment center, 57.2 mm at the experimental farm and 40.8 at the Ranfurly weather station. An economic development video produced by the County of Minburn has just been awarded the 1993 Marketing Canada award. The video won in a category which included all promotional videos made in Canada by economic development groups with budgets under $250,000. Summer exchange students from France received information packages and greetings Friday from the Rt. Hon. Don Mazankowski, translated by Diane Lydom. The packages have local information, as well as facts about all the provinces and territories. Scouts from the 1st Vegreville troop prepare to brave the “rapids” of the Kananaskis River and among the Scouts are Ryan Duke, Brett Ponich, Nathanael Sapara, and Travis Harris. The group was taking part in the Aquaventure program of the 8th Canadian Jamboree activities in Kananaskis Country, Alberta.
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The Trouble with Edible Marijuana Products Sylvain Charlebois Senior Fellow – Atlantic Institute for Market Studies On Oct. 17, smoking cannabis will become legal in Canada. Cannabis edibles, on the other hand, will be legal in a little less than a year. Once cannabis-infused food products are available, things will get complicated in Canada’s food industry. But with the right regulations, this is a profit opportunity that doesn’t come by every day. Initially, the cannabis legislation, Bill C-45, didn’t include edibles. It was only last fall that the parliamentary health committee decided that edibles would need to be included if the country was going to adopt a comprehensive approach to legalized cannabis. According to a recently-published survey from Dalhousie University, 93 per cent of those favouring legalization of marijuana are also very likely to try at least an edible product. Recognizing this possibility, the parliamentary committee approved a neat little amendment and edibles became part of the package. Canada’s food industry is a $200-billion sector. It’s a massive portion of our economy, split into multiple streams. Food retailing, food service, delivery, food trucks, institutional services, arenas, stadiums - there are channels of distribution everywhere and food can get to wherever you are. In less than a year, this will include cannabis except that, unlike the smokable version, edibles can be consumed by anyone without those around them knowing. It’s discrete, convenient - and potentially dangerous. Health Canada was caught by surprise by the addition of edibles and is still try-
ing to come up with a regulatory framework. Many questions linger about the distinct dangers that edibles pose, particularly for children. Food companies are notoriously paranoid about foodsafety issues, since they’re always just one recall, outbreak or tragic incident away from closing their doors. All it takes is one child eating a cannabisinfused product and the damage to that food company would be irreversible. It’s critical that a regulatory framework is put in place. That would include proper labeling of edibles, complete with THC content and intoxicant warnings, to assure the public and industry that edibles and humans can co-exist safely. With adequate safety measures, edibles present a hugely profitable opportunity for the Canadian food industry. No one really knows what the market potential is for cannabis, much less for edibles, but growth opportunities are palpable. In California, for example, consumers purchased US$180 million worth of cannabis-infused food and drink last year. This amounts to roughly 10 per cent of the state’s total cannabis sales. Sales are up 18 per cent since January of this year. In Colorado, where cannabis is also legal, sales of edibles rose by about 60 per cent a year over the past two years. This kind of tremendous growth is what the food industry needs right now. The more consumers are exposed to cannabis, the more they will opt for the edible version. This is a potential phenomenon akin to what the industry saw with sales of glutenfree products. Edibles also stand to shake up current players in the food sector. For example, people may choose cannabis more often than a drink or two, and thus
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Is It An Offense?
S/Sgt Jerry Nutbrown RCMP Ponderings - Vegreville What I would like to speak to this week is a bit about what determines if a charge, or charges, are laid against an individual. Last week I wrote about police procedures and touched on people disagreeing with us about authorities and that the application of authorities gets complicated and difficult to explain. Take the offense of obstructing a peace or public officer for example. This is a broad offense and covers basically anything someone may do that interferes with a peace or public officer in executing their duty. As with some other criminal offense sections, we don’t always arrest or charge someone who has
committed this offense. What it comes down to in whether or not a person gets charged is all the circumstances surrounding the incident and the judgment of the officer. This decision by the officer is what is difficult to explain to people and they may believe their opinion on the matter is the correct one contrary to what the officer decides. Enter Facebook, Twitter, etc. In some instances, a person may be arrested for an offense but not charged with it. If we are outside a bar and there is some kind of disturbance taking place we may arrest a person, or persons, as they have committed an offense but we may just drive an individual home and not charge them. They did
commit an offense and we did have the authority to arrest them, but we chose not to arrest and/or charge them. There will be many things taken into consideration when a decision is made on whether a charge is laid or not. We may consider our action enough to resolve the issue and deem that a criminal charge is not warranted. The public interest is another consideration of ours when we are thinking of charging an individual. Public interest covers many things but it is an overall consideration of the law process and the seriousness of the offense. Someone may want a charge laid but we may not as it is not in the public
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RCMP Officer-Involved Shooting in Elk Point Corporal Ronald Bumbry EAD - Media Relations Officer Frog Lake First Nation, Alberta – The Elk Point RCMP were called to an incident July 19, 2018, that led to the discharge of a police firearm which fatally injured one male. At approximately 10:00 a.m., RCMP members attempted to arrest a suspect at a rural residence on the Frog Lake First Nation. A standoff followed that continued for several hours despite numerous attempts at establishing contact through an RCMP negotiator. Late in the evening, a confrontation occurred which resulted in members discharging firearms. No officers were hurt and there was no concern for public safety at any point. The Director of Law Enforcement has been notified and the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has been directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding police conduct and the death of the man. The RCMP remains the lead investigating agency on the events leading up to the serious incident, with ASIRT having carriage of the review of police actions. All media inquiries about this incident should be directed to ASIRT at 780-641-9099. The Alberta RCMP will not be commenting further on this incident.
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Deputy Commissioner Todd Shean Announces Retirement from the Force Fraser Logan Media Relations Manager – “K” Division RCMP Deputy Commissioner Todd Shean, Commanding Officer of the Alberta RCMP, has announced his retirement after serving the citizens of Canada for 32 years. Shean has held this position for the past 15 months and his last day as Commanding Officer will be September 7, 2018. During his career, Deputy Commissioner Shean has served in British Columbia, National Headquarters, New Brunswick, and in Alberta. He has held a wide variety of positions in the Force including Officer in Charge of the Codiac Municipal RCMP Detachment, Criminal Operations Officer for New Brunswick RCMP and Assistant Commissioner in charge of Financial Crime in National Headquarters. He has also represented the RCMP internationally on committees including the G7 Law
Enforcement Sub-Group and the Five Eyes Criminal Intelligence Advisory Group. Most recently, he served the Vice President of the Americas for the INTERPOL Executive Committee. Deputy Commissioner Shean has been formally recognized throughout his career, and his honours include an appointment to the Order of Merit of the Police Forces and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, both of which highlight his commitment to Canadians and passion for serving with the Force. Deputy Commissioner Shean has accepted a new position in his home province of New Brunswick. Processes have begun to name a successor. More information will be provided once a new Commanding Officer has been named. Deputy Commissioner Todd Shean’s biography is available for reading on the RCMP website.
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Long-Term Care Workers March for Contracts
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On July 19, the Albertan Union for Provincial Employees rallied to strike and march in protest of the cuts to the benefits of uncontracted workers at the Optima Living-owned Century Park in Vegreville. This isn’t the first time the Century Park senior-care workers have protested the contract policy at the residence; in 2016, the union workers raised their flags and made their voices known in regards to the conditions of their work. AUPE’s Vice President Mike Dempsey said that he believes Optima’s unfair dealings with their employees has become a thorn in the side of the community, “What we want is for the employer to come back to the table with a reasonable offer, and bring attention to this matter. Making this a little public, letting the members know that we are bargaining along with
them, is one way to do it.” Sandra Azocar, Executive Director for Friends of Medicare, was also at the protest. Friends of Medicare was involved has been involved in the case for the Century Park workers’ contracts since the beginning, as it has been their mission since establishment in 1979 to advocate for and promote the protection and promotion of Alberta’s public healthcare system. Azocar said their mission during the rally was to bring greetings and solidarity for the Century Park workers, who have been working without contracts for over three years. “The reason why we are here is that in our role of advocacy for better senior’s care, it has always been necessary to ensure that all angles are covered. When it comes to quality care, that can only be done by frontline workers.” Azocar then went on to state that employees who have not only a work-life balance, but some stability of employment and bene-
fits, and a minimum protection and standard of living that allows them to work are better equipped to improve the quality of patient care. “When facilities say that their workers are costing them too much without opening up their books to tell them why that is, that becomes a question for us as to where it is being allocated,” “for us, the issue of providing seniors care should not be a hospitality business or an entrepeneur business. It’s about providing optimum care for seniors.” Following the greetings on the lawn at Century Park, the protestors marched to the town square on the corner of 50th Ave and 51st Street. As they chanted and marched, carrying their signs, several drivers rolled down their windows and either waved or honked their horns to show their support. The rally ended with a march back to the Century Park lawn for photos.
Alberta’s Region Three Crop Report as of July 17, 2018 Alberta Agriculture and Forestry North East Alberta (Smoky Lake, Vermilion, Camrose, Provost) Recent rain has benefited crops immensely. Only a few counties in the Region have reported some crops showing signs of stress. Regionally, (5-year averages in brackets), about 84 (80) per cent of wheat, 83 (76) per cent of barley, 85 (78) per cent of oats, 84 (77) per cent of canola and 89 (82) per cent of dry peas are in good to excellent condition. Most cereals in the region are at
the beginning of the flowering stage. Surface and sub-surface soil moisture conditions improved by seven and one percent, respectively and are now rated as 80 and 83 percent good to excellent, with two percent excessive. Pasture conditions (tame hay conditions in brackets) are rated as 32 (37) percent poor to fair, 56 (56) percent good and 12 (7) percent excellent. Also, hay supplies and pasture remain a concern for livestock producers.
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New Grain Elevator Facility in Vegreville A birds-eye view of the construction on the new GrainsConnect elevator facility in Vegreville, Alberta. (GrainsConnect/Photos)
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser The construction on Vegreville’s new GrainsConnect grain elevator facility is well underway and right on schedule to release the building completion date for later this year. While specific dates are pending, the building has come along way since the announcement of GrainsConnect’s arrival to Vegreville in February 2017. GrainsConnect is a company owned by Japan’s Sen-Noh Grain Corp. and Austrailia’s GrainCorp, who are building the Vegreville facility – along with three other prairie facilities – in order to tie into the prosperous resource of prairie grain. They chose Vegreville for one of their four facilities because of the high production rates in the Eastern Alberta area, and because of the close access to both Highway 16 and the CN
railway. The Vegreville project was budgeted at $30 million, and includes a 130-car rail loop, and is projected to open up 12-15 full-time jobs, which are yet to be posted. Other grain elevator facilities in the Vegreville include a Richardson Pioneer facility in Lavoy and Viterra’s highthroughput elevators in Star and Killam.
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Those 70’s Things Golf in Two Hills
Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On July 21, the Two Hills Lions Golf and Country Club held their annual
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two hills golf - CONTINUED from above Ladies’ Texas Scramble Golf Tournament, in this year’s theme of ‘Those 70s Things.’ Out of the seventeen teams who registered, a good turnout of 15 Teams of 4 showed up to play, which made for a total of 40 golfers on the course. In corroboration with the theme, the ladies dressed in costumes - one group dressed up as village people, some dressed as hippies, some dressed
disco. 1970s-themed props such as a Rubix cube and hula hoops were also used throughout the day. A Texas Scramble is a type of golf tournament that begins with each golfer driving a ball, and the game follows the best drive. Though the Two Hills golf course is only a 9-hole course, the tournament lasted for 18 holes. In the interest of lighthearted fun, other competitions ensued, such
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as longest drive with a marshmallow, a hula hoop chip shot, longest put with a pool cue, and a target shot – closest to the Rubix cube. Cindy Dumbleton, golf course manager in Two Hills, expressed her gratitude to all the ladies who were able to attend, as well as those who donated their volunteer time and prizes to the event.
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TUES., JULY 31ST - 11:00 A.M. - WOYCENKO BROS. FARMS LTD. - PH: 780-826-9494 From Bonnyville 12 miles West on Hwy 28 on the Corner of RR 472 Internet BIddIng
THURS., JULY 26TH - 4:00 P.M. - GREG DAVIS - PH: 780-975-6410 From Chipman 4 miles North on 184, 4 miles East on Twp 552
TRACTORS Versatile 500 4WD; CAHR;18.4 x 34 Duals; VG Rubber; Big 1000 PTO; 3 Hyd; 1361 hrs; 500 hrs on Cummins 855 Drop-in; 300 hp ● NH FM 750 EZ- STEER & Monitor Will Be Sold Sep ● Case 1370; CAHR; 20.8 x 38 Duals; 1000 PTO; 2 Hyd; Needs Fuel Tank Repair; Showing 3798 hrs ● Cockshutt 570 Gas; 540 PTO; Hyd SEEDING & TILLAGE Morris 25’ DT Cult c/w 4 Bar Tines ● CCIL 27’ VS Cult c/w 3 Bar Tines ● Flexi 82 - 50’ Tine Harrows ● Flexi 15 Sec Harrow & DB ● IHC 620 - 24’ DD Press Drills HARVEST EQUIP Case IH 2188 Combine c/w Swathmaster PU; CAHR; Chopper & Chaff Spreader; 2279 Th Hrs ● JD 7700 Dies Combine c/w Chopper ● IHC 4000 - 19.5’ Gas Swather c/w UII Pick-up Reels ● Versatile 400 - 18’ Swather c/w Macdon PU Reels ● Sakundiak 6” x 27’ Grain; Eng ● Westfield 10” x 61’ S/A Auger; Wind Damaged ● Wheatheart Hyd Transfer Auger; As New ● Grainguard 3 hp/220V Aeration Fan ● HD Dryer Wire; Approx 150’ ● Bin Sweep ● Drill Fills ● Hoppers GRAIN TRAILER 2010 lode King 42’ tandem axle grain trailer c/w Roll Tarp; Prem; Never Driven on Salt; Less than 1000 km on this Unit TRUCKS 1980 Kenworth w900 Tandem Axle Winch Tractor; 435 hp Detroit; 5 + 4; Winch; New Batteries; 377,000 km ● 1998 Chev 3500; 1 Ton; 4x4; Dually; Deck Truck c/w Serv Boxes; 6.5 L Dies; Std Trans; 184,584 km ● 1981 Ford 350; 1 ton Dually c/w 11’ Grain B & H; 46,601 km ● 1989 Ford 250 ¾ Ton; 4WD; Reg Cab c/w Topper & Winch ● 1966 Fargo Tandem Gravel Truck c/w Grain Sides GRAIN BINS 4 - 5 Ring Twister Bins on New Hoppers ● 2 - 4 Ring Butler Bins on Hoppers YARD EQUIP & MISC JD X300 Riding Mower; 42” Deck; Low Hours; Exc Cond ● Craftsman 19/42 Riding Mower ● Push Type Gyromower ● Boomers ● Chains ● Fifth Whl Parts ● Whl Chocks ● Galv Bolts ● Jacks ● Prop Bottles ● Saws ● Stands ● Const Tools ● Chains ● Tow Straps ● Jerry Cans ● Septic Tank Risers ● Fuel Tanks ● Tidy Tanks ● Qty of Used Power Poles ● Light Stnds ● Qty of Galv ● New Steel ● Qty of 14’ Drill Tubing ● 20’- 42” Hvy Wall Pipe ● 2- 385/65R/22.5 Frnt Steering Tires on Bud Rims ● 4- 265/70R/17 Tires on Dodge Rims ● Num Spare Parts, Fluids, Oils, Filters, Tools & Misc Common to a Farm
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Sherwood Park - 22546 Twp Rd 512 - From Hwy 21/14 Jctn, 3.5 mi S to Twp Rd 512 & 1/2 mi E
HAYING & CATTLE EQUIP NH 1079 Self Propelled bale wagon; 160 Bales; Dies; 914 hrs; One Owner ● JD 835 disC bind ● NH 1496 self ProPelled hay bind; Diesel’; 3006 hrs ● JD 348 Sq Baler ● NH 853 Rnd Baler ● JD 660 Rake ● Avron Hyd Rake ● NH 5 Bar Rake ● JD 350 & NH 519 Tandem Manure Spreaders ● Peerless 500 Roller Mixer Mill ● Wic Bedding Chopper ● Wic Feed Cart ● 10 - Steel Panels ● Loading Chute Jd 4055 Tractor; CAHR; 2 Hyds; Dual PTO; Quad Range; 2795 Orig hrs ● JD 5310 Open Stn FWA TRACTORS Tractor; Reverser; 3 pt; 3 Hyds; 4593 hrs TILLAGE JD 630 disC; 14’ ● JD 16’ - 4 Btm Plow ● JD 16’ Cult ● JD 450 - 13’ Seed Drill c/w Grass & Fert. ● Schulte Rock Rake ● FK 50’ Diam Harrows ● Coop 20’ Self Cleaning Harrows ● 8’ Spring Tooth Harrows HARVEST EQUIP & TRUCKS JD 6620 titan ii; 1098 Orig Hrs; 212 PU; Chopper; Shedded ● IH 210 Swather c/w 13’, PU Reels ● Versatile 262 Auger ● 5” Auger ● 1992 Ford F350; V8 Stnd; c/w 12’ B&H; 79,650 km CONSIGNED IH 460 Tractor; Restored COLLECTIBLES Oliver 770 Power Buster Tractor ● Cockshutt 550 Tractor; Restored ● 3 - JD D’s; 2 on Steel & 1 on Rub; Running ● waterloo & MH Thrashing Machines; Ready for Work ● JD 8’ Binder; VG ● 4 - Wagons ● Set of Bob Sleighs ● JD 314 & IH 214 Plows ● Block & Pistons for JD D ● 2 - Old Bicycles ● Buzz Saw ● Pump Jack ● Scale HORSE ITEMS 2 Sets of Hvy Harness; Brass & Silver; Collars & Eveners ● Horse Mower #4 ● IH Horse Disc ● IH 22” Breaking Plow MISC Herd Grass Seeder ● 2 - 1000 Gal Poly Tanks ● Fanning Mill ● Old Dairy Equip ● Platform Scale ● Cattle Panels ● Grain Bins ● Very Clean line-UP VIEWING STARTS JULY 21ST OR BY APPOINTMENT
WED., AUG 1ST - 11:00 A.M. - ESTATE OF RICHARD PURSCHKE From Lamont 4 1/4 mi N on Hwy 831 - PH: 780-486-4834 (Ed)
TRACTORS John deere 9300; 360 hp; 4WD; CAHR; 4 Hyd; 710/70/R38 Duals; 24 Spd Trans; 5020 hrs; SN #RW9300H030407; VG ● JD 4650; 165 hp; 2WD; CAHR; 3 Hyd; 1000 PTO; 650/65R/38 Rubber; PS Trans; 8074 hrs; SN #RW4650P007535; VG ● JD 3020 Diesel; Cab; 70 hp; 2 Hyd; PTO; c/w #48 FEL, Bucket, Blade & Bale Forks; 18.4 x 30 Rubber; 7745 hrs ● 1947 Jd 60; Gas; Runs Good; Professionally Restored; SN #6033723 ● Cockshutt 30 Gas; PTO; No Hyd SPRAYING, SEEDING & TILLAGE Melroe sPray CoUPe 220 Gas High Clearance Sprayer; 200 Gal Tank; 5+10 Gal Nozzles; 582 Orig Hrs; Needs Clutch Replacement, Parts are Supplied; Nice Unit; SN #208914205 ● JD 610 - 40’air seeder; Single Shoot; 4 Bar Degelman Harrows; SN #610X003983; c/w JD 787 Air Cart ● Flexicoil 600 - 60’ D.Tillage c/w 4 Bar Tines ● Flexicoil 48’ Chisel Plow c/w 3 Bar Tines ● Morris B3-48 - 48’ rod weeder ● Laurier 40’ Rotary Packer Harrow Drawbar ● Flexicoil 82 - 70’ Tine Harrow Drawbar ● Ezze-On 1490 - 20’ Sngl Wing Disc; 22 - 23” Blades; VG ● Kirchner V-ditCher ● Golden Arrow S/A Sprayer HARVEST EQUIP 2001 Premier 2950 30’ Swather; CAHR; Triple Del; Split PU Reels; Recent New Knives; SN #42900 ● JD 2360 Gas 21‘ Swather; CAHR; Dbl Dlvry; PU Reels; 2181 hrs; SN #WO2360X001157 ● JD 8820 Hydro Combine; CAHR; Rev; Chopper; 2476 hrs; SN #415144; VG ● Cushion Aire 500 Grain Vac; Very Limited Use; Shedded ● Galv Fert Divide ● McKee Forage Cutter & Wagon TRUCKS, RV & COLLECTOR CAR 1981 ford 700 S/A; 16’ Wdn B&H; Roll Tarp; 370 cu Eng; 900 x 20 Rub; 47,003 Orig km ● 1962 -1964 Ford 600 S/A; 14’ Wood B&H; Stock Racks; 8.25 x 20 Rubber ● 1990 Ford 28’ Sterling Series Motorhome; 460 Gas; 109,900 km; VG ● Mid 60’s Ford 3/4 ton ● Approx 1942 Ford 1+1/2 ton c/w Hoist ● Mid 40’s Chev 2 ton Motorhome Chassis ● 1972 Chrysler Newport 4 Dr; 383 Eng; New Tires; 74,202 mi; Sharp Car MISC 300 Gal Fuel Tank & Stand ● 2 - 500 Gal Fuel Tanks ● Wrenches ● Riveters ● Grinders ● Saws ● Drills ● Levels ● Hex Wrenches ● Drill Bits ● Sockets ● Grease Guns ● Ladders ● Mole Trap ● Garden Sprayers ● Snatch Blocks ● Trans Filters ● Chop Saw ● Poulan 16” Chain Saw ● 2 B+S Water Pumps ● Air Comp ● Air Tank ● 2000 lb Winch ● Jacks & Jackalls ● Car Ramps ● Hyd Couplers ● Grass Seeder ● Hoof Trimmer ● Floor Jack ● Anvil ● Work Benches ● Drill Press ● Hedge Trimmer ● Downspouts ● Prop Tanks ● Tarps ● 16” Tires ● BBQ’s ● 100 lb Prop Bottles ● New Fender Flares to fit 1980’s Ford 1/2 tons ● Galv Tin ● 7’ Wooden Water Tank ● Vice ● 4” Drill Fill ● Grain Crusher ● Grain Hoppers ● Molasses Tank ● Windmill Blades ● S/A Utility Trailer ● 200 Gal Poly Water Tank ● Lots of Scrap Steel, Copper & Used Batteries BUILDINGS Wooden Out Buildings TBA HOUSEHOLDS & COLLECTIBLES
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HARVEST EQUIP 2012 Case IH 8230 Combine; 3016 - 15’ Header; Rev; Rock Trap; Chaff Spreader; Magna Cut Chopper; AFS Pro 700 Display; Accuguide Ready; Lateral Tilt; HID Lights; Long Auger; 620/65R28 F Duals; 28L/26 Rear Trailer Hitch; Showing 1468 Eng & 998 Sep Hrs; SN #YCG216151 ● 2012 Case IH 8230 Combine; 3016 15’ Header; Rev; Rock Trap; Chaff Spreader; Magnacut Chopper; AS Pro 700 Display; Accuguide Ready; Lateral Tilt; HID Lights; Long Auger; 620/85R28 Front Duals; 28L-26 Rear; Trailer Hitch; Showing 1494 Eng & 1003 Sep Hrs; SN #YCG216153 ● 2012 Case IH 2152 - 40’ draPer header; Adapter to Fit Case IH Series 88/10/20/30/40/NH/CR/CZ; Split Reel; Auto HHC Sensors; Cross Auger; Double Knife Drive; Factory Trans ● 2009 Case IH 2162 35’ flex draPer Header; Adapter to Fit Case IH Series 88/10/20/30/40/NH/CR/CX; Split Reel; Auto HHC Sensors; Cross Auger; Factory Trans ● 2009 westward m150 - 35’ Swather; D60D Header; Split Reel; F&A; Double Knife; Cross Auger; 600/65R28 Front and 16.5 x 16.1 SL Rear; SN #191991 AIR SEEDER & TILLAGE 2013 John deere 1870 - 56’ Air Drill; 3 Comp Tow Between Cart; Loading Auger; 10” Spacing; Triple Shoot; 520/85R42 Duals; Rear Hitch ● 2014 Pattison PLS4200 Fert Cart; 4200 Imp Gal; Honda GX; c/w Product Pump; Mech Drive Rate Cntrl; Dual Tank; 30.5L x 32 Rear Duals ● 2009 boUrgaUlt 7200 - 72’ hVy harrows ● Morris CP731 - 36’ Cultivator; 12” Spacing; 4 Bar Mntd Harrows ● Bourgault FH3642 - 42’ Cultivator c/w Tines ● Kellobilt 225DOW 24’ Tandem Disc ● 1983 Flexicoil System 95 - 60’ Harrow Packer ● Rockomatic 57 PTO Rock Picker TRUCKS & TRACTORS 1994 western star 4864 Tandem Axle Grain Truck; 3176 Cat; 15 Spd; 2014 Courtney Berg 20’ Steel B&H; Roll Tarp; Showing 307,100 km ● 1993 western star 4864 Tandem Axle Grain Truck; 3176 Cat; 15 Spd; 20’ Cascade Steel B&H; Roll Tarp; Silage End Gate; Showing 105,000 km ● 2008 Case IH 535 HD 4WD Tractor; Power Shift; Auto Shift; Diff Lock; Pro 700 Display; 372 Receiver; 5 Hyds; Weight Package; Showing 3950 Hrs; SN #Z7F108178 ● 1976 Versatile 700 Series 2 - 4WD Tractor; Stnd Trans; 12 Spd; 3 Hyd Outlets; 18.4 x 38 Duals; Showing Approx 8000 hrs; SN #011837 ● 2005 John deere 5525 MFWD Tractor; 12 Spd Stnd; Left Hand Rev; 2 Hyd Outlets; 540 PTO; 3 pth; 16.9/30 Rear; Showing 2354 Hrs ● 2005 Ford F450 Service Truck; 4x4; 5 Spd Man. Trans; 8’ x 11’ Deck; Showing 124,000 km ● 1982 John deere 4640 Tractor; 1000 PTO; Quad Range; New Turbo; One Owner; Showing 9253 hrs ● JD 12’ Blade GRAIN HANDLING 2012 J&M 1150 bu grain Cart; Camera; Scale ● 2011 Tridekon 1210HD grain extraCtor ● 2012 FK 13” x 85’ Hyd Swing Away Auger ● 2007 Sakundiak 8” x 41’ Auger; 31 hp; c/w Hyd Mover ● Conveyair 2975 Grain Vac TANKS, MIXER MILL & BALER 2015 meridian 25,000 L Dbl Wall Skid Fuel Tank ● 2015 Meridian 2300 L Tank ● NH 359 mixer mill ● JD 336 Sq baler CONSIGNED - PH: Allan 780-645-0071 Kello-bUilt 26.5’ disC; New Knotched Blades, Spools, Bearings, Bearing Cases & Tires; Rebuilt Cylinders; Sand Blasted & Painted AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Not much misc at this sale. Subject to additionS and deletionS WED., AUG 8TH - 4:00 P.M. - JOHN TKACHYK - PH: 780-305-8788 (Cliff)
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TRACTORS 1998 agCo 8360; 1178 hrs; 18 Spd; 20.8 x 42 Duals; Ezze Steer; One Owner; 4 Hyds; Rtn Line ● Case 2470; Duals ● Landini 125 FWA Tractor c/w Cab & Loader; 3 pth; Showing 3109 hrs TRAILERS 2014 sws 34’ Tripe Axle Fifth Whl Flat Deck; Ball & Pin Hitch; VG ● 1992 Lode King Super B Grain Trailers ● Older Scona 45’ Highboy ● Tandem Axle Fifth Whl Converter HARVEST EQUIPMENT 2 - Gleaner N6 Combines; 313 PU; 24’ Straight Cut Header ● John Deere 7700 Combine ● CCIL 15’ Swather; PU Reels ● Versatile 1178 HOUrS 400 - 18’ ● Trailer Mounted Grain Cleaner HAYING EQUIPMENT Harvestman 14 Wheel Hay Rake ● New Holland 660 Round Baler TILLAGE Case IH 40’ High Clearance Cultivator c/w 3 Bar Tines ● Flexicoil 120’ Sprayer ● 80’ Diamond Harrows ● Older IH Hoe Drills TRUCKS & CARS 1999 Western Star; Showing 1,200,000 km; 475 Cat 18 Spd; 11R x 24.5’s; Fifth Whl ● 1986 IH Cabover; Tandem; Fifth Wheel ● 1990 Dodge 1/2 Ton; Showing 292,000 km ● 2 - 1990’s Dodge Dynasty’s ● 1966 Dodge; 4 Door Hard Top BINS AND AUGERS 2016 Viterra Approx. 5000 bu Hopper Bottom ● 10 - Westeel and Butler c/w Hopper Bottoms (2 - 3000 bu) ● Bergen 12” x 60’ Swing Away Auger ● New Hopper Bottoms ● Wheatheart Transfer Auger MISC 10 Bags of Clover Seed ● Tidy Tank ● 300 and 500 Gallon Fuel Tanks ● 3 - 1200 - 1400 Litre Water Tanks ● 8 - New 11.00 x 24.5 Tires ● 6” x 35’ Auger ● Subject to additionS and deletionS CONSIGNED - PH: 780-305-8788 JD 7720 Combine; Rear Wheel Assist
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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, Not long ago I found an ad in the classifieds where someone was giving away free kittens. I decided to go look since I had a cat growing up and loved the idea of getting one again. I must admit at three weeks old, they were all very cute. One was tan and orange like a tiger, another was white with black patches like a cow. There was one that was all black with white paws who looked like it was wearing a tuxedo. After playing with them all, I settled on one that was all white, and called it Casper like the ghost. The funny thing was that I was told the mother was a purebred American Shorthair and the father was just a neighbor's house pet that got loose. How is it possible for all the cats from this litter to have such unique coloring? Neither myself nor the person giving them away really had any answers. Can you help shed some light? Carry: Cats are similar to peo-
ple in many ways. In addition to the fact that many of us would like to sleep all day in the sun, we both come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
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Cash: For cats, the color of their fur, eyes or even nails makes them unique. Although there is some consistency within a breed, their coloring is a function of their genetic makeup. Carry: Pedigreed American Shorthair cats naturally come in a variety of colors and patterns. However, true pedigrees should produce kittens with the same physical characteristics as the parents. Once they mate with a mixed breed, like the neighbor's cat, you never know what will happen. Cash: Those fun fur colors that you see are determined by the density of melanin in the cat's hair. As the density changes, it reflects more or less light, changing the
appearance of the hair color. Carry: Some cats get lucky and look like they're wearing a tuxedo. Others get stuck looking like a cow! Cash: Much like the hair color, the temperament of the cat is inherited from the parents as well. So it's wise to play with each cat to see which one is a good match for you. Carry: American Shorthairs, whether purebred or not, make great pets and are among the top ten most popular breeds. They are well known for their good looks, strong health and friendliness with children and dogs. Cash: So with any luck, both you and Casper should be basking in the sun in no time.
American Shorthairs have always been one of the most popular breeds among cat owners. Not surprisingly, they have a very long history in the United States. It's believed that several Shorthaired cats arrived in America on the Mayflower with the Pilgrims. They allegedly snuck onto the ship, but were quickly embraced for keeping the rodents on board under control. Later when the Pilgrims settled onto farms, the cats were once again welcomed for managing the rodent population.
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Could genetics soon make blonde jokes a thing of the past? An alleged study was published that claimed naturally blondehaired people might one day be extinct. Blonde hair is a result of a recessive gene that must be present in both sides of the family. However, as people of various hair colors reproduce, the gene becomes less prevalent. Experts agree that the proportion of natural blondes may diminish, but also agree that there is no truth to the supposed study. Just in case though, maybe everyone should brush up on their brunette jokes.
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My friend has had many different pets over the years, but most recently adopted an older dog she found in a newspaper ad. Although she's had her cat for years, she explained that she was becoming more and more fond of the dog. When she called to the animals, the dog came running and sat on the sofa next to us. The cat, on the other hand, lifted its head to look at us and then went back to sleeping on the windowsill. "Is that why you favor the dog?" I joked. "Kind of," she explained. "At least the dog comes when I call. The cat seems to put me on hold and check its schedule!" (Thanks to Rena S.)
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Albertans Reminded to Protect Themselves from West Nile Virus Infection Alberta Health Services Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take precautions necessary to protect themselves against West Nile virus infection. “With exposure to mosquitoes comes the risk of West Nile virus,” says Dr. Kathryn Koliaska, Medical Officer of Health North Zone. “Because some mosquitoes carry West Nile virus, it’s important to avoid being bitten at all.”
Whenever engaging in outdoor activities, or even just relaxing outside, all Albertans should take these simple steps to prevent bites and protect themselves from West Nile virus: Wear a long-sleeved, light-colored shirt, pants, and a hat. Use insect repellent with DEET. Consider staying indoors at dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are most active. “These steps can make it harder for mosquitoes to find you, and remember: if mosquitoes can’t find you, they can’t bite you,” says Dr. Koliaska. After being bitten by a mosquito carrying West Nile virus, humans can develop West Nile NonNeurological Syndrome (formerly known as West
Nile fever) or the more serious West Nile Neurological Syndrome. Symptoms of Non-Neurological Syndrome can be uncomfortable, including fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, skin rash, swollen glands, and headache. For those individuals who do develop Neurological Syndrome, symptoms can be much more severe, including tremors, drowsiness, confusion, swallowing problems, high fever, unconsciousness, paralysis and even death. From 2003 to 2017, 514 cases of West Nile virus were confirmed in Alberta, many of which were acquired here in the province. Albertans can learn more about West Nile virus and the precautions necessary to reduce risk at www.fightthebite.info or by calling Health Link at 811. Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
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about why they are purchasing cards as to not draw attention to the scam. These incidents SHOULD be reported to the RCMP or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Center.
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In loving memory of HAMALIUK, John George April 18, 1920 - July 21, 2013
HAMALIUK, Stanley Mike June 15, 1948 - July 29, 2006 Our hearts are full of memories We treasure them with care The way you had to leave us Will always seem unfair. In all that life has given us And all that’s left to do We will never have a greater gift Than the time we spent with you. To some you may be forgotten To others a part of the past But to us that loved and lost you Your memory will always last. Forever loved and remembered Always in our hearts and prayers. All our love, Mom (Mary), Olivia & Norman, Liz, Idy, Walter, Mike, Nieces, Nephews, Grandchildren
IN MEMORIAM Sandra Crawford June 4, 1952 - July 22, 2017 She always leaned to watch for us Anxious if we were late In winter, by the window, In summer by the gate, And though we mocked her tenderly, Who had such foolish care, The long way home would seem more safe, Because she waited there. Her thoughts were all so full of us, She never could forget, And so I think that where she is, She must be waiting yet. Waiting, till we come to her, Anxious if we are late, Watching from Heaven’s window Leaning from Heaven’s gate. We miss you everyday Mom. Love, your family
PATRIE, Rhonda May 9, 1963 - July 21, 2017 I awake each morning to start a new day But the pain of losing you never goes away. I go about the things I have to do And as the hours pass I think again of you. I want to call you and just hear your voice Then I remember that I have no choice For you are not there and now my heart cries Just to see you again to tell you goodbye To say Mama I love you and I always will And hope that much of you, in me you’ve instilled. The day that you left I just didn’t know That you were going where I couldn’t go. And now all my memories of you are so dear But gosh, how I miss you and wish you were here. Who now can hear me when I need to cry? It so hard to tell you “Mama goodbye.” Someday I know all will be well And I’ll see you again with stories to tell Of how you were missed and how we have grown And how good it is to finally be home. Until then my memories of you I’ll keep near And I’ll pass them on to those who are dear. I miss you Mom. Love Jarrett, Jolene, Chandel, Amanda, Gerald and Nick.
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RIVARD, Tyler Douglas July 2, 1992-July 16, 2018 On July 16, 2018 Tyler Rivard of Willingdon passed away at the age of 26 years. Tyler is survived by his father, Douglas Rivard (Nina); two brothers, and one sister, Patrick (Tammy), nieces and nephew, Santana and Elijah; Scott (Diana), niece and nephew, Violet and Grayson; Ashley (Eric), nephews, Kadyn (godchild) and Emmett; Gido, Mike Homeniuk; as well numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his mother, Vonnie Rivard (2011); grandparents, Mary M. Homeniuk (1979), and Bernice and Omer Rivard. Prayer service Monday, July 30, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at Willingdon Rec Centre, Willingdon. Basilian Fathers officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alberta Cancer Foundation or Stollery Childrens’ Hospital. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
01:44 – Vehicle stopped for no license plate. An odour of liquor was detected and the driver admitted to drinking. A roadside sobriety test was conducted and resulted in a fail. The vehicle was towed and the driver arrested. The driver provided breath samples that were around 2X the legal limit. The driver was released with documents for court. 01:52 – Employees at a local business called about someone entering the business and reporting that they were robbed of $400. The male left saying that he did not
want to deal with police because he had warrants. He then left in a cab. RCMP were unable to ascertain if an offense had taken place without the male available to make a statement or provide details. 11:50 – Report of a possible kidnapping. Member was dispatched to Mundare on a report of a possible missing female from Edmonton who took an Uber there. The female was possibly being held against her will. The female was later located in a residence in the Andrew area. No offenses were alleged. 17:36 – 911 call about a dispute between 2 parties who were once in a relationship. It was determined that the dispute was over CATS (yes felines). This is a civil matter and not an RCMP issue.
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11:02 – Family dispute where the son was reported hitting his mom. The son stated that he reacted to his mom hitting him first. This is an ongoing problem. Members separated the parties for the day and provided resources which are available to them. 12:03 – Report of stolen laundry. Video surveillance showed a senior couple tending to their laundry and emptying the dryer. They are recognized as regulars and it is believed that there was no criminal intent. A notice was posted asking for the couple to contact the complainant to rectify the mistake.
During the week there were 7 false alarms, 6 false 911, 3 animal strikes and 89 calls for service were made in total.
RCMP ponderings - CONTINUED from PAGE 7 interest (this requires quite a long explanation). We also deal with situations where we have the arrest authority because of what someone has done but we may not even arrest a person and this is often because whatever they were doing has ceased. Causing a disturbance is when someone is doing something in public that is disturbing another person or persons. With the bar example, we may arrive and the person in question is yelling, screaming and swearing when we arrive. This provides us the authority to arrest the person but maybe we had dealt with them before and when we arrive they are apologetic and changed their behaviour. We may be satisfied that a friend take them home and the situation is over. Does a per-
son really need to be charged criminally for their actions? Maybe not. Besides the details of the situation, we have to consider the Crown’s opinion on charges laid that we send to them. We have to use our experience and judgment to decide if charging an individual is the appropriate thing to do. The Crown may deem a charge insignificant in light of what the judicial system is dealing with. The courts, including the judges, have made it clear that standalone minor breaches of the law need to be dealt with alternatively. So if you hear about a situation and want to think why the police didn’t arrest/charge someone please know that there are many factors involved and no article or radio interview will be able to explain it fully.
edible marijuana - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 disrupt the alcohol industry. We could see some consumers substituting their usual wine, beer or spirits for a cannabis-infused spaghetti sauce, or even cannabis oil. Or perhaps some will opt for a pot muffin or brownie. In fact, many wine producers are concerned about what a mature cannabis market will look like. For Ontario, British Columbia and Nova Scotia where the wine industry flourishes - this could be a problem. We’re already seeing cannabis beer being launched in different places in the country. But it’s not just alcohol that’s susceptible since edibles can take many different forms: Candies are the leading cannabis food product sold in the United States. It will be interesting to see how branding strategies align with cannabis. Some people will choose cannabis to get high but not everyone. Beyond the psychoactive effects of cannabis, there’s also the possibility of pitching it as a superfood. The cannabis plant is full of nutritional value. It contains protein, carbohydrates, insoluble fibre, potassium, magnesium, sulphur, calcium, iron, zinc, vitamins E and C, and many other elements considered beneficial for human
health. For food manufacturers looking for a new value-added feature, cannabis could be the next omega-3 or probiotic. The Dalhousie survey questioned businesses about their plans for cannabis edibles. Almost 20 percent of the food processing companies surveyed are either in the edibles market or intend to enter the market within a year. But a whopping 50 per cent of food companies in Canada are uncertain about their position regarding cannabis. Respondents cited various reasons, such as concerns over employees being trained properly or not knowing what products will eventually be allowed into the market. Many companies are also worried about how it can affect their brands or their supply chain strategy with other partners. With legalization, the stigma of cannabis will eventually disappear. But it will take a while. The food industry is known to be extremely risk averse and it won’t be any different toward cannabis. Until the industry knows the consumer is ready, cannabis edibles will stay on the sidelines. But that likely won’t last long.
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Samantha Stephen and her daughter, Ava Krezanoski with the vehicle they created-Jo-Jo. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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A Charming Carnival Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Magic and the best slices of summer were found at Heritage House’s Carnival on July 21. Citizens of all ages chased the many free attractions which included carnival games where people were allowed to play till they won a prize, hayrides, face painting, and a watermelon eating contest where the first person to finish eating two large slices of watermelon won. The winner of this contest was Billy Andriuk who said he was planning to use the ornamental bear when he went camping. There was also Magician, Jeffery-The Wizard of Magic from Edmonton Magic who allured people through mystery
Left: General Manager, Alexis Bauer gets dunked in the dunk tank. Right: This young gal spins the wheel to see what she won. (Rosanne Fortier/photos)
and might with his real live magic show. Jeffery told the audience he did magic and taught magic. Some of the magic tricks he performed were he told people he could read their minds and then he asked them to tell him a number with three digits and he guessed the number they were thinking of on target. Later, he poured milk into a newspaper and in seconds it disappeared and no milk came out of the paper, and many more tricks, as well as, free cotton candy was given to the children at this show.
A low-cost attraction that held people’s attention well was the dunk tank where General Manager, Alexis Bauer, and many other staff and volunteers braved getting dunked in a tank of cold water. Also available for purchase were hot dogs, hamburgers, pop, and refreshments, as well as, items from the July 20 and 21’s Heritage House Garage Sale that were inside for people to explore. People could enter the free door prize too.
FRIDAY @ 5PM. DEADLINE FOR ALL ADS Above: The watermelon eating contest in action! Below: Chef, Paul Green cooks the hamburgers. Paul said he loves seniors and wants to help raise money to better their lives. (Rosanne Fortier/photos)
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Road Construction in Vegreville Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser The Town of Vegreville’s 2018 Capital Works Project is now underway, and the Public Works department is hard at work in replacing the water, sewer, and roads around 50th St. The 2018 Capital Works project includes construction to the sanitary main line, which will be replaced due to age, restoration of sewer services to each of the residents, and replacement of water services to each of the residents. Once this work is
done, Public Works will rebase the road, and replace the sidewalks as needed. In their work since the beginning of the project, Public Works has broken ground and commenced replacing some water main valves so that they can control the flow from the water main and begin digging. Da le L efebv re, Infrastructure, Planning & Development Director for the Town of Vegreville, would like to remind residents to abide by the reroutes and stay out of the way of construction. “With a big project, there is always a lot of curiosity, but a construction site is not a safe place for those who are not working there.” All residents who have questions can phone in to the
town office, where administration will be happy to help them. Access to the Library, Century Park, and all other buildings in the construction area will be uninterrupted throughout the duration of the proj-
ect. Century Park has advised that visitors, residents, and employees use the back door, and patrons of the Vegreville Centennial Library will be kept informed during construction as to whether they will need to use the back door.
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Centennial Celebration for New Keiw Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser The New Keiw Ukrainian Catholic Church and church hall celebrated their centennial anniversary on July 22, 2018, with a special procession, a luncheon, and a program of speakers. The original Ukrainian Catholic Parish in New Keiw was built in 1903. This small chapel, by the name of Ukrainian Catholic Church of St. Nicholas, was located several kilometres from where the current site now stands. When disputes between parishoners emptied the St. Nicholas pews, the church and cemetery were abandoned. The new parish began construction under the supervision of Hryhori
New Keiw Holy Ascension Parish President Larry Cymbaliuk, Very Reverend Father Don Bodnar, and Master of Ceremonies Mark Kulak accepting a congratulatory presentation from Pope Francis. (Craig Horon/Photo)
Above: Traditional Koravai and three Kolachi at the head table. Below: Head table guests enjoy the beautiful spread at the luncheon. (Craig Horon/Photos)
(Harry) Osiecki and opened her doors eight years later in 1918 within the chapter of the Ruthenian Greek-Catholic (also known as Byzantine Catholic) Parish of Holy Ascension. The New Keiw Holy Ascension U k ra inia n Catholic Church is located almost equally between Vegreville (18 km) and Two Hills (16 km), and over the past number of years has shared her priest with the Two Hills St. Vladimir and Olga Ukrainian Catholic Church. Due to the age and size of the building, a celebra-
tion of the Mass is rare in New Keiw, but the church and church hall open their doors for special events and gatherings such as this year’s 1st Annual Potato Pancake Supper on St. Patrick’s Day. The 100th Anniversary celebration included a Celebration of the Mass on holy ground outside the church, a procession of dignitaries, and an anniversary luncheon of traditional Ukrainian foods. Guests received a program and 100th Anniversary pin upon arrival.
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Children paint rocks at Vegreville Care Centre. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The children from Sizzlin’ Summer spoke freely and interacted well with the residents of Vegreville Care Centre during their visit on July 23. Everyone painted on a rock according to their own fancy. Coordinator for Sizzlin’ Summer, Shelby Shapka said
an intergenerational program like this one is important to have because it is essential for people to come and visit the residents as this helps them be less lonely, it reminds them that people care about them, and they get to be involved with the community. It is especially good for the kids’ social skills and social awareness for them to interact
with people from all ages; not just kids their own age and do something with their time that will benefit the seniors and the community. Sizzlin’ Summer organizers indicated that this program was part of Culture Craze Days’ Week which promotes self-esteem, acts of kindness, social skills, and community.
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Heroes for Help and Hope
Texas 4000 wearing firefighter attire before they participate in the firefighter’s skill training and demonstrations. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent It was fitting that Vegreville Hall Fire Department and Emergency Services’ Open House was coupled with Texas 4000’s fifth visit to Vegreville because they are both heroes who try to better and save lives. Vegreville Fire Department played host to Texas 4000 (University of Texas students) on July 17. They were treated to a spaghetti supper which was followed by firefighter and emergency training.
A Texas 4000’s member tries out hose coupling and operating a fire hose. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Ride Director for Texas 4000, Kyler Heintz said they have three routes of 69 cyclists but their route- Ozarks Riders has 21 riders in it. They arrived in Vegreville on the 46th day of their 70 days tour where they will cycle over 5000 miles in all. Texas 4000’s mission is to fight cancer every mile. They have three pillars: hope, knowledge, and charity where they fundraise money, spread hope through the programs they give in each town and city, bring information on lifestyle changes people can incorporate to lead a healthy lifestyle which will provide help to avoid cancer down the road. Kyler knew a young girl, Meg who grew-up in his neighborhood. She was diagnosed with cancer at an early age. “My family is a big soccer family and Meg also played soccer and watching and seeing Meg battle cancer was tough but it was truly powerful watching our community around her and supporting her. She landed-up beating cancer and she is in high school today and is one of the best soccer players there. Meg was truly inspiring. “We also had a neighbor where the mother had breast cancer and the son had testicular cancer. The mother beat her diagnoses but it was challenging for her to have to watch her son go through something that most parents do not expect to face in their lifetime. Fortunately, her son beat his cancer. He was a big baseball player and they used his story to bring awareness about testicular cancer. It was nice to see his university and community rally around him.
Texas 4000 bikes parked inside the Fire Department garage. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
“Two years ago my grandmother was diagnosed with lung cancer. She smoked her whole life. It was tough to watch her go through with the treatments. This is what inspired and motivated me to join Texas 4000. She is still battling her diagnoses but everything we are doing makes sense because of her,” Kyler added. Another Texas 4000’s rider-Hadiqa Zafar said her aunt who she really looked-up to is the reason she is cycling. “She was one of the healthiest people but she was diagnosed with breast cancer. This showed me that cancer doesn’t discriminate. Then two years ago, one of my best friends from high school, Cassidy passed away from a car accident. I talked to her family a lot and they had a young boy in their family, Cassidy’s cousin who had fought bone cancer from the age of six to nine and he passed away from that. Her family showed me so much kindness and this was what pushed me to join Texas 4000.” Hadiqa mentioned that the ride has been great. It is tiring but they learned to feed off of the excitement that their hosts bring to the table. They love Vegreville and all that the fire department showed and offered to them. Texas 4000 was provided a breakfast before they left to continue their ride.
A Texas 4000’s member goes down the firefighter’s pole. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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Stop at this Park
Emrys and Donavan walk through the sensory bins with their father. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Nora Hanson plays with Crinson Hewitt. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent A hot and sunny day just grew more warm-hearted when children learned to socialize and cooperate at the Betty McPherson Park in Vegreville for the Second Five Stop Park Hop on July 16. Each of these guided park play fun which Parent Link Centre and Vegreville and District Child Development with their many community partners provide give extra activities besides playing in the playground for the children to participate in. Betty McPherson Park’s Early Childhood Development Sign’s focus was on social competence which includes being able to play and get along with other children, being able to follow rules, instructions, and routines, accepting responsibility for their actions, and showing respect for others. The activities provided were sensory bins that children could walk into and a giant checker game. Door prizes, resources, and healthy snacks and drinks were also available.
Brothers-Emrys and Donavan climb on this stone to be together. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Emrys plays giant checkers with his father. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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Everyone has the Best in Them Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) Drama and Art Camp for Grades five to seven taught the young people how to have healthy self-esteem and that being different from other people can make us really awesome! So, we should be humble and treat everyone with respect. After all, we have a lot more in common than we think we do. This program was held at A.L. Horton School from July 16 to 19. The youth created many art projects, participated in many fun activities, and performed two plays by Dr. Suess-The Sneetches and Yertle the Turtle. Right: MHCB Wellness Coaches-Kristin Mcsween, Cayley McConaghy, and MHCB Summer Assistant, Randa Dahr with all the young people from Grades five to seven who participated in the Drama and Art Camp. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
The king tries to prove he is better than the other animals. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Heritage House’s Garage Sale Glitters with Gems
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Heritage House’s July 20 and 21 Garage Sale was the home for hungry folks and hunters of super good buys! There were tables of stuff for everyone. Several people commented that they found items they have been searching years for. Outside, a hot-dog sale was held on
July 20 and hot-dogs and hamburger sale was offered on July 21. This event was held to support and raise funds for Heritage House’s Resident and Family Council which is a committee that ensures the residents receive good care and have a full and interesting life. Some of the proceeds will also be forwarded to a local charity.
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Vegreville Hall Fire Department’s Open House
A demonstration of emergency first aid. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
One of the activities during the open house was a Jaws of Life demonstration. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Citizens of all ages had a chance to tour Vegreville Hall Fire Department and Emergency Services building while they watched some firefighting training, and learned a few fire safety skills at the Vegreville Hall Fire Department and Emergency Services’ Open House on July 17. Texas 4000 (a group of University students from Texas) who were on a cycling tour participated in some of the demonstrations with the assistance of the professional firefighters and emergency crew. Some of the features were demonstrations of the trucks; hose coupling competition, using extraction tools for Jaws of Life, live fire demonstration for an oil fire on the stove which showed what not to put on it and how to put it out. When it started to smoke, this was an early warning sign that it was starting to catch on fire. From this, they learned that you don’t put the fire out with water because that creates more fire and the way to put it out is by smothering it with a pot’s lid or something. This event also included a chance to meet the firefighters and emergency crew, Texas 4000, as well as, enjoy complimentary food, coffee, and beverages.
Constable Jason Gagnon takes a trip down the firefighting pole. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Town of Vegreville Opts out of Silent Railway Control
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On Friday, July 19, the Town of Vegreville issued a statement in regards to the months-long public inquiries about the train whistles within town limits. After consultation with CN, and
discussion in council, the Town decided that the costs of installing Transport Canada guideline-approved alternate safety measures at crossings would outweigh the benefits of silence on the train tracks. In the Government of Alberta Rail Safety Act, section 14; Whistling, it reads; • (i) Wherever the words “engine whistle” appear in these rules they also refer to “engine horn”. Signals prescribed by this rule are illustrated by “o” for short sounds; “___” for longer sounds. • (ii) Engine whistle signals must be sounded as prescribed by this rule and should be distinct, with intensity and duration proportionate to the distance the signal is to be conveyed. Unnecessary use of the whistle is prohibited. While many residents to Vegreville have complained that the whistling is, in fact, unnecessary, the Rail Safety Act also reads; (i) (#) At public crossings at grade: A whistle post will be located 1/4 mile before each public crossing where required. Whistle signal must be sounded by movements: exceeding 44 MPH, at the whistle post operating at 44 MPH or less, in order to provide 20 seconds warning prior to entering the crossing. Whistle signal must be prolonged or repeated until the crossing is fully occupied. This means that if the train is moving above 44 MPH, it must slow down and the whistle must be blown with ample warning before crossing each intersection until the final one has been occupied. Whether or not these guidelines are followed precisely is unclear, (there have been no reports of anyone counting the whistles and times the train with a stopwatch every time it comes through town,) but the fact remains that at this time, the Town of Vegreville is not prepared for the financial blow that the road renovations at each of the intersections in town would cause. “We would need to change all intersections to have traffic control arms in order for the trains to be silent when passing through town,” said Rachel Farr, Communications Coordination Officer for the Town of Vegreville. The Town of Vegreville’s statement reads, “The cost of the safety upgrades to the at-grade crossings are the responsibility of the municipality. The average cost of a suitable crossing for whistle cessation is $400,000, and the Town has 4 crossings which it is responsible for. At this time, Town Council is not prepared to spend over One Million Dollars for this endeavor.” With the amended 2018 budget for the Town of Vegreville reaching a total of $2,660,200, Town Council projected the cost over the 3-5 years it would take for the project to finish at all four of the crossing, the Town cannot afford that major expense at this time.