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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Mundare was turned into a paradise for garage sale enthusiasts on May 1 as hundreds of people scoured the streets in search of great deals.

There was a plethora of items to choose from. Items ranged from hub caps to binoculars to puzzles to books.

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Enthusiasts came from all over the region including such places as Mannville, Lavoy, Vegreville, Holden, Chipman, Andrew, Sherwood Park and Edmonton.

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RCMP files from April 26 – May 2 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser April 26 09:38 – Report of gun shots on a rural property. Investigation revealed there were two hunters located on the same piece of land who did not realize the other was there.

April 27 18:21 – Report of a gas tank being drilled and fuel stolen from a vehicle parked at a Vegreville business. CCTV being reviewed and the investigation is ongoing.

20:41 – Report of a male being struck by a vehicle in Vegreville. Members attended and arrested a 71-year-old male for assault with a weapon (the vehicle).

The subject was lodged in cells then later released with documents for court along with conditions. The victim sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital by family for treatment.

April 28 12:02- Traffic enforcement resulting in speeding and seatbelt tickets.

20:40 – While on patrol, members noticed a 30-year-old female known to have warrants out of Edmonton Police Service. She was later released with additional documents for court.

April 29 00:05 – 25-year-old male was located at a Vegreville residence and arrested on warrants from the Edmonton Police Service as well as Vegreville RCMP warrants. The subject was later released with additional documents for court.

08:53 – Members were informed of a parole violation regarding a 54-year-old male in Lavoy. Members located the male in Lavoy and arrested him on his warrant.

The male was transported directly to the Edmonton Remand Centre.

10:39 – Report of a hit and run at a Vegreville parking lot. The complainant’s black Ford F350 was hit resulting in damage to the driver’s side rear bumper.

10:50 – Report of a vehicle being keyed.

The client did not know where or when it occurred as he was at multiple locations during the day.

14:21 – Call received about a concern that a Vegreville business was above capacity related to COVID regulations.

No further calls on this matter were received. Follow-up with the business was done.

14:34 – Traffic enforcement in the area throughout the evening resulting in tickets for speeding, driving without insurance, (mandatory court), window tint,

and others.

21:48 – Traffic stop conducted on Hwy 16 near RR 140 when a Black Jeep Cherokee was clocked travelling 160 kmph in a 110 kmph zone. When told of the speed limit, the driver responded with “ya, OK.” The 25-year-old male from Edmonton was provided with a ticket holding a voluntary penalty of $495.

April 30 09:14 – Report from a downtown business received of a child who had been found wondering downtown. Members attended and returned the child from the home that they wondered away from.

11:40 – Report of theft of a 10 speed bike, black and yellow in colour, from a Vegreville residence. The client indicated that this occurred at 11:30 pm the night before. The bike was locked to the steps of the residence and was valued at $700.

The suspect was a tall male wearing a red ball cap. Under investigation.

11:40 – Report of theft of a catalytic converter from an RV parked at a Vegreville residence.

15:08 – While on patrol members came upon a grass fire on Hwy 16 near Mundare. Members conducted traffic control while Mundare Fire department responded to extinguish the fire. CN police were also notified.

18:23 – Report of a shoplifter at a Vegreville business. A masked individual fled the store, got into a vehicle, and the fled. A plate from the vehicle was obtained and CCTV is being reviewed.

The vehicle was unable to be located but the call was forwarded to neighbouring RCMP detachments.

18:36 – Multiple 911 calls received to inquire about the April 27 – 20:41 incident. The caller was advised NOT to call 911 for inquires and that 911 was only to be used for emergencies.

19:18 – Traffic stop conducted in the town of Vegreville. A 19-year-old male from Vegreville was charged with the following: Failing to Provide a Certificate of Registration, (Voluntary Penalty of $243), failing to signal, (VP of $162), illegal window tint, ($81) and Tail Lamp Not Emitting Red Light, (VP of $81).

19:22 – Multiple 911 calls (at least 4) from another group originating from a Vegreville Park regarding their neighbours behaviour. Members attended but no one in either group would answer the door. *** 911 is for emergencies ONLY. May 1 08:52 – Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in tickets for speeding, cell phone use, no registration, and others.

15:28 – Complaint received about a blue Ford Focus on Hwy 855 heading Northbound. The call was forwarded to the Two Hills RCMP Detachment due to the location.

20:04 – Report of a break and enter to a Vegreville business. Vehicles were broken into and damaged. Under investigation.

May 2 06:04 – Report of a break and enter to a Mundare business. Members attended and a scene examination was conducted.

There were multiple items stolen and the matter is under investigation.

15:01 – Call received about property damage being done by a former business partner. Property division is a civil matter and does not fall under RCMP jurisdiction.

During the week there were 118 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 5 false 911, 1 animal strikes, 2 Health Act (COVID), 2 wellbeing checks, 6 calls under the Mental Health Act, and approximately 31 tickets from traffic enforcement.

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Big Brother is Watching Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion Big Brother is watching and he may be preparing to change your Internet experience for the foreseeable future.

It doesn’t matter if you are reading this and are a regular Internet user, or if you don’t use the internet at all. The proposed amendments to Bill C-10 should cause you to question the state of our country and its leadership.

For those who frequent social media I suspect you have heard of these proposed changes and how your cat videos may be affected.

For others, talk about what lies beyond the cat videos is what is concerning. The latter concern is justified. It is highly unlikely that the government will concern itself with your cat riding the robot vacuum or climbing the curtains, but it is what lies beyond that should concern you.

On Friday, MPs on Canada’s Heritage Committee changed the wording of the Liberal government’s Bill C-10 to allow for the government to regulate “user-generated content” online. This includes things like YouTube and TikTok videos, but potentially, includes much more.

Think about all the “user-generated content” that does not include our entertaining feline friends. Many other individuals create content including people like MP Michelle Rempel Garner, Rebel Media as well as every major news organization (mainstream or not) in Canada. Doctors, scientists, mechanics, farmers, handy-folks,

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Of course you get a portion of creations that are strongly opinionated and some that are downright crazy. A certain sub-section of these are also critical of the government and that may be an easy target for those empowered with their new found mandate to police the Internet.

What if someone made a case against climate change? What if they were against fossil fuels or even worse, what if they were FOR fossil fuels? We already know there are many who are against vaccines and believe that COVID is fake. One of these surely will require government intervention to protect us from miss-information.

Do we really want to be spoon fed carefully crafted content by our government? Regardless of your views, don’t you want the option to listen to whomever you choose be it Jordan Peterson, Samuel Sey, Gad Saad, Milton Friedman, Karl Marx, or Martin Luther King, Jr.? In some countries, these names are not even known, nor will they ever be.

This story has been told many times before. In Turkey, we regularly see the government block social media access. Internet censorship did not happen there overnight. It started with subtle changes in 2004 then shifted to more extreme control in 2016. In 2017 a report on media freedom and freedom of expression in Turkey found increased blocking of web pages, bandwidth throttling during domestic crisis, full internet shutdowns, and increased prosecutions and detentions for online activities.

India has increasingly followed the same path. When farmers protested and news began coming out of India about the failed COVID response, the Indian government was quick to respond. It has been reported that in 2020, 70 percent of global internet shutdowns were in India.

In Russia, President Vladimir Putin jailed his most vocal critic after an assassination attempt failed, and then ordered his supporters to cease all activities in their offices. No need for criticism, or opposition in Russian politics.

China is reported to employ more than two million people to monitor and censor its citizens and they have banned tens of thousands of websites. Google provides only government approve search results and many Internet based services we take for granted are not even known to Chinese citizens.

Even though our government has professed their admiration for communist China, I’m not suggesting that we will get to that level of censorship. What I am saying is that having a democratic country with free speech along with our many other freedoms is not about being better than a communist state. Some may call it alarmist, but once put into law, it can be a slippery slope. Turkey and other governments have proven this.

Being able to be critical of our governments, institutions, and even our legal system is important. We need to be able to ask questions and voice our opinions. It is at the core of our democracy. Bill C-10 is about more than cat videos. Why a democratic government would even consider this is confounding.

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Town of Vegreville Cuts Red Tape for Restauranteurs Restaurant. Loco Burro Fresh Mexican Grill has its own patio that it had previously offed to its customers.

One organization that has also taken up the offer is the Royal Canadian Legion No. 39. President Terry Kuzyk said they opened their patio on April 28. “Our regular customers are very happy.”

Kuzyk said they have had slightly better numbers customer wise and will keep the patio open for as long as possible.

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That’s what the Town of Vegreville is promising restauranteurs who want to set up a patio this year.

“We want to help them get through the red tape, any hang ups, and assist other people in helping them. That’s what we can do.

We can take the red tape and paperwork with what provincial government needs and what the town needs and we’ll move that along at a faster pace,” stated Mayor Tim MacPhee. for Restaurant owners will only need to contact their landlord to get permission, added MacPhee. “Anything that we can do to (weather depending) assist them so they can go ahead, that’s what we’ll do.”

11:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday thru Sunday Dale Lefebvre, Infrastructure, Planning & Development Director, said one business had reached out to the town about patios as the town was already meeting internally and discussing it.

He said businesses don’t have to make application to the town. Just give us a call explain what you’re doing.” He added they may ask for a quick site plan before authorizing it.

Lefebvre explained, “Basically, what the town is relaxing the amount of parking stalls required. It doesn’t change their occupancy and if it was going to then they would work with Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission. So, we still have to keep those numbers.

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90 Years Ago – May 6, 1931

Work commenced last week of demolishing the old building formerly occupied by the Vegreville Land Co. next to the Bon Ton store. It is now piecemeal and the old lumber in it will be put to further use someplace else. Mr. L. Oligny owns the place and has entered into a contract with C. Gordon for the construction of a two-story building, complete with full basement. The size of the ground floor is to b 30’ X 60’, while the second floor will be 30’ X 44’. The building will be of brick and tile. The ground floor will be divided into two store premises, while the second floor will be comprised of offices.

Hon. W. L. Walsh, late of the Supreme Court of Alberta, was sworn in on Tuesday afternoon at four o’clock as lieutenant-governor of Alberta, the oath being administered by Chief Justice Harvey.

Mr. Mcguire who has been employed as cook at the Ryley hotel for the past six months, left for Chipman on Monday, where he has accepted a positon as head cook.

A Board of Trade has been organized in Hairy Hill on Monday, May 4th, whose object will be to interest the Calgary power company to get a line into town.

Nick Ruptash, the dray man, is taking a magic course from his hired man. Look out boys! He will be a magician next month.

75 Years Ago – May 1, 1946

Mayor McClure and Councillors Pawliuk and Zenko made a trip to Camrose and Wetaskiwin during the past week. Their purpose was to look over the hard-surfaced streets in these towns and they were well pleased with the way in which the streets had stood up under four or five years of usage. The Vegreville council has something on the same street in view, the only deterrent being that labor costs have risen considerably since 1941.

So far 45,000 delayed action bombs have been rendered harmless in Britain by bomb disposal squads of the Royal Engineers.

Ahead of them lies smother two years’ work and squads employing 2,000 men are still at work in London, Bristol, Hull, and towns on the southeast coast.

An increase of one per cent a pound in the wholesale ceiling price of honey, effective at once has been announced by the prices board. A maximum adjustment of from one to one and a half cents a pound would result in retail prices.

50 Years Ago – May 6, 1971

Miss Brenda Bird was selected by the Vegreville Rotary Club to be the 1971 student participant in the “Adventure in Citizenship” which includes a trip to Ottawa along with its many accompanying features.

Johnny Wayne and Frank Shuster, Canada’s internationally known comedy team will be making a one-day visit to Vegreville. On behalf of Gulf Oil Canada Limited, they will be participating in the opening of the Company’s new service centre and agricultural supply complex in Vegreville.

Brian Henderson presented Steve Karylchuk with a trophy won in the Mercantile Hockey League as the most gentlemanly player in the league.

Joe Goshko of the Vegreville Minor Hockey Association was pleased to receive a cheque for $200.00 from the Mercantile Hockey League at the wind-up banquet.

Boxing’s “Golden Trio” so far as earnings are concerned, were Joe Louis, Jack Dempsey, and Gene Tunney, in that order, while Max Schmeling made the record for a foreign boxer. Louis made his the hard way in a long succession of fights, whereas Dempsey gathered in over $2,500.000 for six fights, and Turner earned over $1,700,000 in just three fights.

25 Years Ago – May 7, 1996

The Vegreville trout pond was restocked with 10,000 rainbow trout on April 30. The fish measured between 15 to 25 centimeters, but will be a good size for catching by July, says fish and wildlife officers. They can grow up to eight pounds (the largest size caught to date at the pond) in three years.

Twenty-seven athletes from New Myrnam School competed in the league 5 badminton playoffs. Of those competing, 14 ended up in the quarter finals, 10 in the semi-finals, 5 in the finals and three went to zones at Smoky Lake. Coach Orest Dubelt went with the students and winners were: Patrick Yaremchuk in junior boys single; Erin Krywiak and Anina Yaremchuk, winners in the senior girl’s doubles.

On April 27 karate-do students from Alberta and Saskatchewan competed in a tournament in Sherwood Park. Over 200 competitors were present representing several styles of karate-do. Twentyone competitors from Vegreville Karate-do attended, bringing home eight gold, three silver and three bronze. Vegreville students who attended were: Connie Roeben, gold; Jennifer Die, silver; Dean Welsh, gold; Kriss Skinner, gold and bronze; Chris Flessau, silver; Matthew Holden, gold; Darwin Rokos, two gold; Robin Yerbich gold and bronze; Marianne Soloway, silver and bronze.

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How Dare Kenney Denigrate Legitimate Alberta Protests Marco Navarro-Genie Frontier Centre for Public Policy Alberta Premier Jason Kenney recently posted on social media his reaction to protests on the steps of the legislature and GraceLife Church just west of Edmonton.

Hundreds gathered at the legislature in Edmonton on April 12, including many other parts of the province.

Those who know Kenney would recognize his style and tone in the post. The post starts by referring to a racial slur and the damage caused to a vehicle on the First Nations reserve adjacent to GraceLife Church.

At the legislature, the protesters chanted “lock her up,” referring to Alberta chief medical officer of health Deena Hinshaw, who has been the most visible face connected to the health restrictions the government has implemented.

Kenney also complained: “They also chanted ‘just say no’ to vaccines.” By implication, his post scorns the protesting Alberta citizens as racists, vandals, threatening thugs and anti-vaxxers.

If that was not enough to delegitimize those with opposing views, Kenney expressed a most regrettable ad hominem attack: It is “increasingly clear,” his statement read, “that many involved … are unhinged conspiracy theorists.”

We need to re-emphasize that these are Albertans expressing their frustrations with the COVID-19 restrictions Kenney has put into place. It’s base hyperbole to charge protesters with making felony threats to a public official.

Similarly, our culture makes fun of people who oppose vaccines, some of whom may be a little kooky.

But it’s not yet unlawful to oppose vaccines and vaccination. Many of those opposing vaccination do so as a matter of conscience.

A wise statesman doesn’t diminish the moral choices of the people he serves. The wise also know insult isn’t a way to attract or retain votes. In September 2016, then-presidential candidate Hillary Clinton denigrated opposing voters as “a basket of deplorables.” She later admitted this was one of the factors that cost her the election to Donald Trump.

One might forgive the premier for reacting to the personal nature of the chants, which also called on him to be locked up. But let’s recall his policies confined Albertans for months, and police recently arrested GraceLife minister James Coates for defying public health orders.

The protests may sting the more because among the

group were one-time supporters, political allies and even friends of Kenney. But statesmen don’t personalize the process; their duty is to safeguard the dignity of their office, for all of us and in the name of the monarch.

If personal dimension excused heated reactions, we ought to consider the consequences of government actions that have led protesters to Kenney’s doorstep.

The provincial COVID-19 slogan would have us believe that the government is protecting “lives and livelihoods.” Those whose livelihoods are being ruined know better and feel insulted by the slogan.

When government claims to be saving lives but in the process ruins the lives of many (pushing them into bankruptcy, unemployment, family abuse and violence, deterioration of mental health, drug abuse and death by overdose, among others), those whose lives are being ruined are legitimately entitled to be frustrated by the offending policy.

Kenney has modestly recognized that his policies are hurting people, but the damaging policies persist and increase. Was he expecting no reaction to the barricading of a church?

One would think that citizens whose lives are being hurt by their own government’s policies would receive sympathy and compassion. But instead, those suffering outside the medical tutelage of Alberta Health are disparaged as “unhinged conspiracy theorists.” That’s why such a smear is unacceptable.

Kenney referred to the vilified protesters’ words as being “beyond the pale,” an expression that has come to mean something is outside acceptable norms. The expression goes back to the imperious Tsarina Catherine the Great of Russia at the end of the 18th century. By official proclamation, the Jewish community was confined to a territory, “the Pale,” which means a fence or palisade. Jews could only travel beyond the Pale with the tyranny’s indulgence.

Given present restrictions, including the persecution of GraceLife and the erection of fencing to prevent worship there, Kenney’s use of the expression is painfully ironic.

Kenney’s uncritical embrace of his medical bureaucrats’ restrictive advice is hurting citizens and forcing otherwise law-abiding Albertans beyond the fences he has erected.

Marco Navarro-Génie is a senior fellow with the Frontier Centre for Public Policy and the president of the Haultain Research Institute. He is co-author, with Barry Cooper, of COVID-19: The Politics of a Pandemic Moral Panic (2020).

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Alberta Government Introduces Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

This week the Alberta government introduced Bill 67: The Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act. It will promote the equal value of apprenticeship education with other forms of postsecondar y education.

Apprenticeship education has proven to strongly support student learning and success, and holds as much value, merit and worth as other forms of post-secondary education.

Alberta’s construction and maintenance industry will need to hire almost 65,000 workers in the coming decade, but Alberta has seen registered apprentice numbers drop by 70,000; a decrease of more than 35 percent.

As the Chair of the Skilled Trades Caucus, a member of the Skills for Jobs Task Force, and a tradeswoman myself, I am very excited about this bill and the proposed changes that it includes. These changes will encourage more Albertans to pursue professions not as an alternative option, but as an equal and meaningful career.

The changes in this bill respond to the recommendations of the Skills for Jobs Task Force, enabling Alberta to be more flexible and quickly respond to the changing needs of students, industry, employers and educators. By moderniz-

ing our apprenticeship education, we are ensuring our province’ workforce is skilled, competitive, and equipped to deal with challenges today and into the future.

Alberta’s government is also reopening the Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant for another round of funding following public health measures.

Businesses can qualify for up to $10,000 if they are affected by the most recent round of public health orders.

Between June 2020 and April 2021 more than 97,000 business have requested over $600 million in funding. Alberta’s government will continue providing critical and immediate support to small businesses that have been affected by public health orders to protect both lives and livelihoods.

Alberta also hit a huge milestone this week, with over one million COVID-19 vaccines administered in Alberta; with 18 percent of Albertans now having some protection against COVID-19. Every adult in Alberta will be offered a first dose of vaccine by June 30, if not sooner.

With more vaccines arriving Alberta is on pace to distribute more than 300,000 vaccine doses a week. There are now more than 1.7 million Albertans currently eligible for the vaccine. You can book your appointment at any participating pharmacy with the AHS online booking tool or by calling Health Link.

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Annual Home Business and Makers Market Makes Mother’s Day Bright Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The Annual Home Business and Makers Market was held at Senior Citizen Sunshine Club Centre of Vegreville on May 1.

This market offered a one-stop venue for spring shopping where there were 18 local vendors from Vegreville, Two Hills, Mundare, Edmonton and Legal who were selling commercial products like Scentsy and Epicure, as well as, sewing products, glass and woodworking crafts, artisans items as well as food vendors such as Andy’s Beef Jerky, Ukrainian/Polish food, and Filipino food.

Organizer Jennifer Hladilo said this market is a revamped/smaller version of the annual home business trade show. “We are working with the Vegreville Farmers Market that is normally held at the Elks Hall and are therefore classified as a ‘market’ which the government still considers an essential service. We hold this market twice a year, to be able to sell our products, and to get the members of the community out and about. It’s always been a great place to shop, support local, and visit.

“This year, however, we encouraged people to shop with a purpose, check us out, make their purchase and carry on to enjoy the rest of the day. As well, we always try to do some community support.

This market, the new Pet Valu Store had some volunteers on site promoting their fundraising campaign.

Also, this market was a great place to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift, or any gift for a special someone, neighbours, friend, or random gift of kindness you want to give someone.”

Hladilo said due to social distancing regulations; they limited the number of vendors to 20, and only had one table per vendor. The protocols for

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Prescilla Barleta was selling homemade desserts she made. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

the COVID-19 pandemic that were in place included hand sanitizer was given out at the entry, room capacity directional flow of traffic around the room, sanitizer wipes at every table, designated entry/exit only doors, contract tracing and social distancing were set up.

Families shop at the market. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

“We had several communications with AHS and Alberta Agriculture to make sure we were planning and doing things the right way!”

Pet Valu was volunteering to do the COVID-19 protocols at the entry of the market. Amanda Rutherford, Manager of Pet Valu said they gave out goodie bags to the first 100 people at the door. Pet Valu also accepted donations for their pet food bank program called Pet Valu Donation Drive.

As well, Dwayne Hlady, President of Sunshine Club and his crew volunteered to help set up this market.

Talk of the Town on why Mothers are Special Mothers are there to protect you when you are young and be your best friend Mother’s Day is on May 9 which is a when you grow up. day to celebrate and honour mothers for When I asked people what made their all they do for their children. I personally mothers special, I received these feel that if we have or had a good mother, responses. there is no love quite like the one she Alyssa Zukiwski said, “My mother is gives or gave us because a mother’s love special because she has always made me is usually unselfish and unconditional. so happy and has helped me through thick and thin. She is so special to me and I love her unconditionally.”

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Handicapped Zone Proposal for Delnorte School Submitted to Alberta Transportation Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Plans have been developed to create a handicapped drop-off zone north of the front entrance A drawing of the proposed handicapped drop off zone. of Delnorte School in (BTPS/Submitted) Innisfree.

Huxley said everyone is onboard with “We are very happy with the cooperathe plan and that he’s received a lot of tion of all involved. It’s definitely proved support. He also received a proposal from to be a win-win situation, and we cannot a contractor that has completed other thank all the parties involved enough for projects for the school division. That their work on this and their support,” stated Buffalo Trails Public Schools, proposal has been submitted to Alberta Transportation. “We’ve made application (BTPS) Board Chair Lanie Parr.

Village of Innisfree Mayor Deb to Alberta Transportation for the develMcMann said it will be a good thing to opment permit to do the work. “Hopefully have a handicapped zone in the village. we’re going to get approval.”

Huxley said the handicapped drop off “There are a number of senior citizens in zone would be large enough to accomour community and there are others as modate two vehicles. He said it’s imporwell who need handicapped parking, so tant to have a designated spot for a having access to the school is going to be handicapped zone will work great for very beneficial.”

BTPS Facilities Director Randy Huxley people who are mobility challenged and said he’s been in contact with MLA will be utilized during school hours as Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, who he well as after hours during events.

“This is important and will be great for said has been “very supportive” of the the community.” Huxley pointed out that proposed plan.

Huxley said he, along with BTPS this drop-off zone will be only for people Transportation, recently met with who are handicapped and that handiDelnorte School Principal Stacey Barber capped signage will be required.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser More than 12,000 volunteers and 600 organizations participated in the 45th annual highway clean up on May 1.

The organizations, which include 4-H clubs, Scouts, Girl Guides, schools, church organizations, and other non-profit groups, earn $100 per kilometre of ditches that were cleaned of debris.

Wayne Wood, Communications Advisor with Alberta Transportation, stated that last year, the Alberta Government contributed $925,635 to 463 volunteer organizations involved in the highway cleanup.

“About 12,000 volunteers collected more than 32,000 bags of garbage while cleaning up more than 9,000 kilometres of Alberta roads,” stated Wood.

Three of those volunteers included Mark, Kim and Anna Glasman with the Lamont Alliance Church, who were picking up garbage approximately two kilometres east of Chipman. In the past they have used the proceeds to purchase a dishwasher and financially support missionaries.

Friends of the Lamont Firefighters Society were working about five kilometres north of Mundare. This

is the fifth year they have participated in the event, and they covered just over 19 kilometres along Secondary Highway 29 and Secondary Highway 855. The mission of the society is to provide funding assistance for its firefighters.

Alberta Transportation operates two cleanup programs for non-profit organizations. They include the adopt-a-highway and the annual highway clean-up programs.

Under the adopt-a-highway program, individuals, groups and companies can adopt a three to five km section of highway by volunteering to pick up litter along the route at least once every year.

Adoption agreements are for a minimum of three years with a renewal option. As a thank you, Alberta Transportation will provide and install a “Caring for Alberta’s Highways” sign next to your adopted highway section. The sign includes a tab showing your name, or that of your group or company.

The annual highway clean-up program is held either the first or second Saturday in May depending on the weather. All non-profit groups or clubs are encouraged to participate as a fundraising opportunity. Organizations must contact Alberta Transportation in advance to request the part of the highway they want to clean.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch Child Sexual Abuse Centre provides specialized and intensive treatment for children between the ages of 8-16.

Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch was the brainchild of Glori Meldrum, who founded the Alberta based organization in 2005.

She was inspired to help all children who had been sexually abused because of her past experience as a survivor of child sexual abuse.

Innisfree area resident Donna MacDonald Saskiw is a survivor of sexual abuse and has been a strong advocate for the charitable organization for the past two years.

“Two years ago my second oldest brother (Hal MacDonald) turned 60 and he did a fundraiser. 60X60@60. He’s a black belt in jujutsu and an instructor so he did a fundraiser and he raised over $70,000 for the Be Brave Ranch and I came forward to the media with my story. He did it in my honour and for all the little warriors.

So, through this I met Glori Meldrum, the founder, who is also a survivor. We became friends. She’s the sister that I never had. She is my shepherd and I am her lamb.”

Donna says, “I wouldn’t have done this without my husband Darrell.” Her children have also played a key role during her journey.

She calls herself a “blessed survivor” because she received support from her mother and father, four brothers, as well as Margo McFarlene, Bryon Butt, and Heather Hill, who were all instrumental in her survival before she met her husband at the age of 19.

“Some children don’t get this support.

They are raped by their father or brother. They are not believed.

Some of these children are disowned by their families. It’s an epidemic. But no one wants to talk about it. Nobody stands up for our children and I am just done with it. I need to be their voice.

This is helping me heal, but I’m doing it for all the kids who don’t have a voice. They need to have a voice. These kids need to know that they matter. And this ranch, it provides healing for them…With early intervention they’ll become productive citizens. They won’t grow up with PTSD, (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) anxiety, depression, eating disorders, alcoholism, drug abuse, OCD, (Obsessive Compulsive Behaviour).”

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She went on to say, “One in three girls and one in six boys are abused with 95 percent of the time that being by a trusted person. There’s a huge stigma that comes with this. Huge. And it’s time to lift the rug. And it’s gone up 250 percent with Covid because the children are stuck at home with their abusers.

“We need to have our governments step in and give funding. At least for beds.” Donna says Be Brave Ranch does not receive any government funding. It costs $4.2 million annually to operate the facility. It costs $25,000 per child for one year’s worth of therapy. Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch is currently hosting an online auction which has more than 75 items up for bid until 3 pm on May 6. Donna says, “Every donation, no matter how big or small, it all helps the children.

Last year I did a bottle drive and I was able to donate over $6,000. And that’s not just me that’s community. I mean I was walking up and down the ditches picking bottles, but I had an enormous amount of people donating bottles. So, it continued. People were still sending me money and this year I came up with the idea to take the bottle money and donate it back to small businesses. Because of Covid they’re struggling.”

She said residents and businesses in the communities of Vegreville, Innisfree, Mannville, Vermilion, Viking, and Irma have rallied behind her and donated to the cause.”

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“Crime never goes away, but we do our best to slow it down,” says Tom Adamyk, Chair of the Andrew, Willingdon, St. Michael Rural Crime Watch Association.

Adamyk said the most important thing is to report any suspicious activity to the RCMP. “Don’t think someone else will call, they may not have that opportunity to call.”

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The Association held its annual general meeting on March 23 in St. Michael to elect a new executive. While Covid-19 restrictions have prevented members as a whole from meeting as a collective, directors are looking forward to being able to hold regular meetings and information sessions once again.

One event that is a highlight for members is the annual perogy supper, which is held in the fall. Director Colby Nemirsky said it’s a good opportunity to help bring the community together and help offset some of the expenses they incur throughout the year.

In regards to awareness, the Association also has a Facebook page. Whether you are a member of the Association or not, you can request to become a member of the Facebook group.

The Association currently has 1,300 members, and they, (members) also belong to the Alberta Provincial Rural Crime Watch Association, (APRCWA) According to the APRCWA, “The Rural Crime Watch program, as we know it, began in 1978 with the vision to prevent crime by building relationships through promotion, community involvement, and identifying future needs with effective communication and promotion.

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The intent of the Rural Crime Watch program is still to provide the extra “eyes and ears” for the RCMP, however, the focus has changed. The focus is now promoting crime prevention through awareness, education and encouraging reporting of suspicious activity when observed.

Member Associations are now concentrating their efforts on farmstead, acreage, and rural property security, property identification and general rural crime awareness. And now the “Report A Poacher” program has been included in the Rural Crime Watch Association’s activities.

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Crime Prevention Week Raises Awareness Government of Alberta Submitted Alberta Crime Prevention Week is May 9 to May 15.

Crime Prevention Week raises awareness of crime prevention strategies and educates individuals, groups and organizations about what they can do to improve safety in their communities.

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recognizing that traditional responses to crime, such as incarceration, are not effective at reducing and preventing crime on their own. By using proactive, non-punitive measures, crime prevention aims to address and remove factors that contribute to crime. These measures include: Promoting the well-being of people and encouraging pro-social

behaviour through cultural, social, economic, health and educational programs and initiatives Changing the conditions in neighbourhoods that influence offending and victimization and the perception of crime Reducing opportunities for crime Increasing the likelihood of criminals being apprehended Minimizing the benefits of crime

Crime Prevention Week began in Canada in 1983, when the federal government designated the first week of November as National Crime Prevention Week. In 1992, the Alberta government began celebrating the week with a provincial focus. In 1993, at the request of Alberta police services, the week was moved to May to coincide with National Police Week.

Crime prevention is a responsibility shared by individuals, families, neighbourhoods, municipalities, community-based service delivery agencies, the private sector, and all levels of government.

Tips on Reporting Incidents to Police Alberta Provincial Rural Crime Watch Association Submitted What the Police Ask of You: • Report incidents to the police as soon as possible. Time is of the essence.

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Crimes directly related to COVID-19, Hyggen admitted were the Vegreville Detachment has fielded 26 reports of non-compliance in regards to the COVID19 Health Act Legislation.

“To avoid crime now, Vegreville Detachment encourages proactive initiatives to curb property damage and thefts, ensure homes and vehicles are properly secured, consider surveillance and improving lock systems, get to know neighbours, and always report suspicious activity,” Hyggen explained.

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Holden 4-H Beef Club Holds Achievement Day

Taylor Chomik with her Grand Champion Steer. (Nicole Gunderson/Photo)

Zane Gunderson with his Grand Champion Heifer. (Nicole Gunderson/Photo)

Baylee Chomik Club reporter On Saturday April 24 we had our club Achievement Day. We followed all of 4-H Alberta’s Covid-19 guidelines. We were all very excited to be able to have our show this year. This was the first time we held our Achievement Day outside which we all really liked. The weather was windy and a bit cool at times, but we had fun.

Our Confirmation Judge for the day was Darryl Snider, Showmanship and Grooming judges were Kord Philips and Luke Hagart. Doug and Judy Finseth were our Judging card markers. Shawn Chomik was our MC and Nicole Gunderson was our photographer for the day.

Emma Chomik with her Reserve Champion Steer.

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The results from our show are as follows: Grand Champion Steer - Taylor Chomik Reserve Champion Steer - Emma Chomik.

Grand Champion Heifer - Zane Gunderson Reserve Champion Heifer - Kate Albrecht Grand Champion Cow/Calf - Carter Chomik Reserve Champion Cow/Calf - Kate Albrecht Supreme Female - Carter Chomik Jr. Grooming - Tuf Bratrud Jr. Showmanship - Baylee Chomik Jr. Judging - Baylee Chomik Int. Grooming - Zane Gunderson Int. Showmanship - Kate Albrecht Int. Judging - Kate Albrecht Sr. Grooming - Parker Bratrud Sr. Showmanship - Taylor Roulston Sr. Judging - Taylor Chomik Unfortunately, we could not have our District Show and Sale again this year. All of our club members were able to easily sell their top quality 4-H beef. Our sponsors and parents who made our show a huge success.

On Saturday, May 1 we had our last 4-H event of this year, the annual highway clean up. We also picked garbage around the Village of Holden as part of our community service. When we were all done with picking the garbage we had pizza from Patti’s Place.

Kate Albrecht with her Reserve Champion Heifer.

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Dress for Success: 3 Tips for your Next Interview how trendy they seem. For a polished look, avoid fabrics that wrinkle easily or show off sweat stains.

Finally, remember to think about your appearance as a whole before you walk out the door. Over¬powering perfume or cologne, greasy hair, excessive makeup, coffee breath and chipped nail polish can all give a bad impression.

Do you have a job interview coming up? If so, here are three things to keep in mind as you plan your outfit.

1. Don’t disregard your shoes Sneakers and flip flops are certainly out of the question. For men, it’s also best to avoid shoes that expose your toes. For women, you may want to forgo excessively high heels, especially if you can’t easily walk in them.

2. Don’t go too eccentric Your outfit can be a good way to show off your personality, particularly if you’re applying for a creative role. However, appearing professional should always be the top priority. Keep flashy colours,

TOP YIELD FERTILIZERS LTD. Is now taking applications for the following seasonal position:

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Two Hills Fire and Rescue Saves the Day extravagant patterns and bulky accessories to a minimum.

3. Don’t sacrifice style for comfort You want to feel at ease and be able to comfortably walk, sit and stand in your outfit. However, this doesn’t mean you should show up in yoga pants or your favourite pair of ripped jeans, no matter

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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II The Public Works Department of the Town of Vegreville has an opening for a full time, permanent Equipment Operator II position.

An employee in this classification operates, but is not limited to; tandem trucks, compactors, snow removal equipment, sanding truck, street sweeper, water and sewer equipment, and other medium type mobile equipment.

Find required qualifications, how to apply for the position and more information online.

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Police often say residents are the eyes and ears of a community, but in this case, it was Two Hills RCMP Detachment Commander Sgt. Robert Daisley who took up the role during a fire call in the Town of Town Hills on April 27.

He snapped a photo during the call and posted his first hand information on the Two Hills RCMP Detachment Facebook page.

Du t i e s i n c l u d e d eve l o p i n g and maintaining customer relations in person and by phone and filling out paperwork for customer orders.

The successful applicant will have excellent people and organizational skills.

Hours are flexible.

Sales/Customer Service experience an asset, on going training provided.

If you are interested in working in a fast paced environment with a great group of people, please apply with a resume and references to:

Vegreville News Advertiser P.O. Box 810 5110-50 Street Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1R9 E-Mail: hr@newsadvertiser.com Due to the volume of submissions, only those requested for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate everyone’s time.

Firefighters respond to a semi-tractor on fire at the Fas Gas. (Sgt. Daisley/Submitted Photo)

He reported that emergency services were dispatched to a report that a semi hauling crude oil was on fire at the Fas Gas in the Town of Two Hills.

Two Hills Fire and Rescue, supported by the Hairy Hill Department, attended and extinguished the fire which was burning under the semi-tractor. Although the semi-tractor was damaged, the fire was quickly contained.”

Sgt. Daisley gave a big shout out to fire departments in the area, saying, “We really appreciate all of the women and men who volunteer their time to keep the community safe and the employers who support them by letting them go to the calls!”

He added that, “If you know a volunteer firefighter, take a second to thank them. If you are thinking of volunteering take the next step and stop by a fire hall to apply. I have it on good authority that they are also willing to accept baking if you want to drop some off at the next practice!”

Two Hills Fire Chief Marj Skoropadyk stated, “At 13:39 we were toned out to a vehicle fire at Fas Gas at the 5101 54 Avenue. We received a second call out within a few minutes informing us that is was a tanker at the Fas Gas pumps.

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two hills fire - CONTINUED from PAGE 16 Crews arrived received direction on fire location from bystanders that had tried to stop the flames with fire extinguishers. Crews had limited access to the seat of the fire. At that time it was decided to separate the tractor from its trailers which would allow easier access to the underside of the tractor.

The trailer containing crude oil was separated and the fire extinguished.

Crews stayed on scene to meet with the Trimac Safety Control Officer when he arrived. There were no injuries. Some damage to the tractor and minimal damage to the tanks.

I would like to extend my appreciation to our local RCMP for assistant with spectators and traffic that were drawn to the scene. It goes without saying that this could have been a lot more serious than it was. In a serious situation like this people need to realize that even though crews were doing an excellent job in dealing with this non fire people getting up close to take pictures and driving into fire ground to take a look do nothing but jeopardize fire ground operations and the safety of all firefighters. The Chiefs on scene have enough to think and worry about without spectators getting too close. Thankfully at this scene as I said Two Hills RCMP were able to help keep everyone safe.”

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Should you take a break during the summer?

Many companies slow down or pause their recruitment efforts over the summer. If you’re looking for a job at this time of year, you may be wondering if your efforts will be wasted.

Here are some things to keep in mind.

• If the industry you want to work in is relatively calm in the summer, the employees who work there may have some free time and be willing to meet with you. Therefore, summer can be a great time to network.

• If a recruiter goes to the trouble of posting a job while their staff is reduced, it’s likely because the position needs to be

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK COORDINATOR - TWO HILLS The Two Hills Family and Community Services Society (FCSS) is a non-profit organization that serves the Town of Two Hills, the Village of Myrnam, and the County of Two Hills No. 21 including the Hamlets of Musidora, Brosseau, Duvernay, Derwent, Willingdon and Hairy Hill.

Our team is seeking an individual who is a child and youth care professional, highly motivated, positive, and enthusiastic to fill the part-time role of Family Resource Network (FRN) Coordinator. The FRN Coordinator is primarily responsible for the delivery and implementation of the Family Resource Network programs, events, and services in our area.

Provincial Family Resource Networks (FRNs) deliver high quality prevention and early intervention services and supports for children aged 0 to 18.

Key Responsibilities: Facilitation and delivery of programs, events, and services in the following priority areas: ● Child and Youth Development (0-18 years) ● Caregiver/parent education and support ● Family support including building resiliency and fostering well being ● Provision of Information and referral services to assist with access to community resources Qualifications: ● Diploma in Child and Youth Care or a related field ● Minimum 3 years of experience working with children and youth and providing parent/caregiver support services ● An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered ● Ability to effectively plan appropriate programs and events ● Very effective communication skills including sensitivity, diplomacy and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality ● Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team environment ● Excellent working knowledge of available community resources and support services for children, youth and caregivers in the region ● Must have a valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operators License and be willing to travel within the service area. ● A Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search and Child/Youth Intervention Check will be required. ● Evening and/or weekend work may be required ● First Aid Certification or willingness to complete First Aid certification is required.

filled as soon as possible. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be a priority until most of the team has returned from vacation.

• If some of the job seekers vying for the same positions as you have decided to put their search on hold for the summer, your resumé will be more likely to make it to the top of the pile.

Lastly, remember that various sectors that rely on seasonal workers are in full swing during the summer months.

Good luck with your search!

Homestead Senior Ci zen’s Lodge is now accep ng applica ons for:

Summer Student Commencing July 5, 2021 - Will be Required to Perform Physical Du es Interested candidates please submit resume to: Homestead Senior Ci zen’s Lodge 5253-46 Ave Vegreville, AB T9C 1P9

Resumes may also be submi ed by email to: admin@minburnfounda on.ca 780-632-6211 Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Webb's Machinery is looking to fill a FULL TIME position at our New Holland Dealership in Vegreville.

We have an immediate opening for an 2A AGRICULTURAL DETAILER Duties Include: washing agricultural equipment, cleaning interiors of cabs, cleaning shop area & yard We offer an excellent benefit package, wages negotiable with experience.

Email resume to randy.metrunec@webbs.ca Phone 780-632-6772

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Journeyman or Apprentice W-K Trucking Inc. is a water and crude trucking company based in Mundare that hauls produced water and crude oil throughout Alberta.

Our fleet consists of tandem and trailer units that return to the shop every evening.

We are also a licensed inspection facility. * Moving Allowance Offered *

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Shifts are 4 on, 4 off 8 AM - 8 PM 12 Hour Shifts Shop Operational 365 days/year DUTIES Maintaining light/heavy duty trucks & tanker trailers Maintaining lawn & garden equipment Maintenance records, Workorders, Etc. BENEFITS Paid tuition for apprentices Tool & boot allowance Time paid for attending Safety Courses

For more information on position please contact: Heather Landiak, Director Two Hills Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Mail: Box 687, Two Hills, Alberta T0B 4K0 Email: heather.landiak@twohillsfcss.com Address: 4712 – 50th Street, Two Hills, Alberta (Monday – Friday 8:30 – 4:30 pm) To apply please forward your cover letter, resume and three work related references by Friday May 21st, 2021 to the above.

Note: Two Hills FCSS thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fax resume to (780) 764-2544 Email: info@wktrucking.com

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, When my neighbors decided to have a yard sale, I thought it was a great idea. Things have been piling up in their yard for years and have slowly been creeping to the fence between our houses. A yard sale was sure to clean things out. However, I didn't anticipate my husband's interest. On the day of their sale, he came home with snow shovels, rakes and even a new golf bag. I was okay with that, but then the clothes started.

When he realized he was the same size as our neighbor, he bought the whole wardrobe!

Unfortunately, our neighbor had a fashion style from 30 years ago. My husband loves the pants that are already worn in and thinks the pre-stretched flannel shirts are cozy. On top of the horrible sense of style, I really don't like the idea of my husband wearing the clothes from the guy next door. What will the neighbors think? How do I get my husband to pass these things along and quickly?

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After all, the clothing did come from next door!

Carry: If your husband found a few things at a yard sale that got him excited, let him have fun.

How often is it that men get thrilled about shopping or clothing for that matter? And besides, since he found a new golf bag, he certainly needs a matching outfit for the golf course!

Cash: Unfortunately, if you're not a fan of the wardrobe your husband picked up for himself, you probably have a tough road ahead. Trying to alter your husband's fashion sense may take some time. Most men are not exactly known for being in vogue.

Carry: The good news is that

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one neighbor will think your husband has a great fashion sense.

there are a lot of men's clothes that can stay in style. Some of the jeans, t-shirts and sweatshirts from his newly acquired wardrobe may not be much different than anything else currently in your husband's closet.

Cash: If you give him a little time, you may find that he will settle in to his "favorites". When that happens, you can work on him to clean out the items he doesn't wear or the pieces you find most objectionable. Then again, it's unlikely you'll be able to pry away a comfy pair of jeans or a cozy flannel shirt.

Carry: However, if you're lucky, maybe you can go to the next yard sale and find a bargain wardrobe for yourself!

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Most of us don't get the chance to pick our neighbors, but if you could, whom would you choose?

Each year, zillow.com poses the question, "Who would be the best celebrity neighbor?" Previous winners included celebrity couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia DeRossi, Faith Hill and Tim Mcgraw and President Obama and his family. This year's list was topped by the singer/songwriter Taylor Swift due to her growing number of awards and popularity.

Rounding out the top three was celebrity Jennifer Lawrence and comedian Amy Schumer.

Being a garage sale enthusiast myself, I know how difficult it can be to pass up a sale while driving around town. So when I hold my annual garage sale, there are very few devotees who surprise me. However, this year I met one woman who takes the prize for most obsessive.

While paying for her items, she mentioned that her husband was going to be very upset with her for stopping by my sale today. "Maybe not," I smiled back to her. "Just tell him about all the bargains you got."

"That probably won't do it," she said nodding at her husband in the car. "He's waiting for me to drive him to the hospital to pass his kidney stone."

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In the words of Robert Frost, "Good fences make good neighbors." And while fences can come in all shapes and sizes, most pale in comparison to the longest fence in the world located in Australia.

This fence, stretching more than 3,488 miles, was built in the 1880's to keep dingo's out of the fertile southeast part of the continent and protect sheep flocks. The fence is 5.9 feet tall and extends another foot into the ground. It has been relatively successful over the years protecting sheep herds and limiting the number of dingo offspring that have passed through.

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A member of the Vegreville Fire Department extinguishing the backyard fire. (Craig Horon/Photo)

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Members of the Vegreville Fire Department responded to a backyard fire in the downtown area near 50 Street and 50 Avenue late Thursday afternoon on April 29.

Fire Chief Chris Jardine stated that at 4:11pm, (April 29) the VFD responded to an in-town fire response.

Upon arrival noticed an improperly used fire pit containing pallets that were burning. Crew extinguished the flames and were back in service by 4:47pm.

He added, “Reminder to all residents of the Town of Vegreville that there are no fire restrictions in place but due to the dry weather we urge the use of caution when utilizing approved fire pits and burning approved materials.

Also, a reminder to everyone that Recreational Fire Pits within the Town of Vegreville boundaries, must have a Recreational Fire Pit Permit.”

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Bonnie Kennedy was shopping with Martin Flanagan. She was pleased to find jigsaw puzzles as she spends several months in the winter putting the pieces together.

Firefighters with Mundare Fire and Rescue were kept busy with their concession as well as three young entrepreneurs from Good Dogz who set up shop outside Baba’s Attic & Coffee House on Main Street.

The annual event, hosted by the Town of Mundare, was a great way to kick off spring and probably a sign of things to come in the weeks and months ahead in other communities throughout the region.

Carol and Sheila Heinrichs of CA-SH Crafts with their assortment of crotched creations. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Below: Loads of items to choose from at the garage sale. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

April 18-24 was National Volunteer Week which is a time to recognize and appreciate all the contributions volunteers make to communities throughout Canada.

When I asked citizens from Vegreville and surrounding areas why they felt we needed to acknowledged volunteers, I received various responses.

Tracy Laschowski-Semeniuk said volunteers bring a variety of skills, experience, and passion to the community.

“They are an irreplaceable part of the heart of the community.”

“As far as volunteers, I think they are very important because they are people who are shy to ask for help and they don’t want to tell you that they need help, but you notice that they need help and if you can you help them, you can make a real difference in their lives,” said Donna Deal.

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so for the past eight years or so. “We look forward to this each year.” She likes to support local and was just glad to be able to get out and about and do something, like so many others.

Vegreville residents Susie and Henry Froese had their one-year-old daughter Jesenia in tow and were enjoying the outing. The family was spotted at the Mundare Recreation Centre that was full of tables as five families collaborated to

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She added, “God would want us to volunteer to help people.

Volunteers are always needed. There are a lot of people who need help; especially elderly people.”

Tracy Giffin said she feels volunteers are important to the community because the dreams of many people would not come true without the commitment from volunteers.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

MICKLICH, Shelby Tara-Lee August 10, 1995 - May 4, 1996 In loving memory of my granddaughter who passed away suddenly twenty-five years ago.

“THE LITTLEST ANGEL” The littlest angel in Heaven Loves kittens and cowboys and fun.

Heaven will never be just as it was Now that her life there has begun.

She’ll turn fluffy clouds into snowmen And swing on the stars above.

She will turn golden streets into playgrounds And fill God’s home up with her love.

She’ll make dandelions out of sunbeams And find grassy meadows for playing Her laughter will ring where the great choirs sing, But she’ll hear us whenever we’re praying The Littlest Angel in Heaven Is the one we are longing to see, For the child that now belongs with Jesus, Is the child that belonged once to us.

Love always and very sadly missed

by Baba Olga Miskiw

NORGARD, Geoffrey Victor In loving Memory of Geoffrey Victor Norgard who passed away May 7, 2018 We thought of you today.

But that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday.

And days before that too.

We think of you in silence.

We often speak your name.

Now all we have are memories.

And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake.

With which we’ll never part.

God has you in his keeping.

We have you in our heart.

Your wife & children

MEGLEY, Alex March 20, 1926 – May 9, 2014 Memories of Dad We do not need a special day to bring you to our minds.

The days we do not think of you are very hard to find.

Each morning when we awake we know that you are gone.

And no one knows the heartache as we try to carry on.

Our hearts still ache with sadness and secret tears still flow.

What it meant to lose you no one will ever know.

Our thoughts are always with you, your place no one can fill.

In life we loved you dearly; in death we love you still.

But always a precious memory of the days when you were here.

If tears would make a staircase, and heartaches make a lane, We’d walk the path to heaven and bring you home again.

We hold you close within our hearts; and there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

Sadly missed and loved by: Jean Sharon & Grant; Douglas & Kathy; Cheryl & Brad & grandchildren

LAKOMSKI, Annie Oct. 27, 1919 - May 7, 2005 Missing you Mom, especially now as I begin planting my garden.

Remembering how we’d call each other with excitement when something came up.

Wish you were still here I know in spirit that you are And live on in God’s beautiful garden.

Miss you Mom, Vichnaya Pamyat Love, Nancy

MICKLICH, Shelby Tara-Lee August 10, 1995 - May 4, 1996 In memory of our daughter and sister who passed away suddenly twenty-five years ago.

JESUS IS SHE WITH YOU? Jesus is she with you?

I wonder everyday I sit and wonder why she’s gone And why she could not stay Every part of me is empty I feel I can’t go on But then I look to Heaven I hear this beautiful song Mommy I am with Him He holds me in His arms Whenever I am with Him He keeps me safe and warm He always says you shouldn’t worry I am safe and loved right here With all the other baby angels That passed within the years We have a special place up here He thought that you should know Where the blessed mother takes Your place for now until you show When I hear this precious little voice From the Heavens above I know that all the angels Are showering her with love For everyone that wants to hear Their baby’s voice so innocent and sweet Just close your eyes and begin to pray And embrace them in your sleep We miss you very much Shelby Luv Always, Mommy, Daddy, Caylib, Joshua and Zachary Micklich

ZUKIWSKY, Margaret In Loving Memory of our Dear Mother who passed away May 7, 2016 Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that love you Silent are the tears that fall Living here without you Is the hardest part of all You did so many things for us Your heart was kind and true And when we needed someone We could always count on you The special years will not return When we were all together But with the love in our hearts You walk with us forever Forever in Our Hearts….Your Loving Family

PALSITT, Adeline 1938 - 2020 Mom God called your name He took your hand A year ago you went home To a better place than here You slowly started drifting away But we saw how tired you were Trying to fight your pain Awaiting a room in Heaven We all miss your smile We all think of you daily We all wish you were here But our love for you will never die For all that you have taught us For all the hard work you have done We will cherish and never forget All the love you’ve shown us You are back with dad again And all of your family We know that someday We’ll be together again Love and memories from your children and their families

SEREDA, Donna May May 19, 1946 - May 5, 2014 We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name In life we loved you dearly.

In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again.

Always remembered by your daughter Terri, Jim Grandson Mark, Stacey, and great-grandbaby Nova

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PAWLUK, Bessie October 31, 1918 - April 28, 2021 It is with deep sadness that the family of Bessie Pawliuk announces her passing on April 28, 2021, at the incredible age of 102 years. Bessie was born during the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, but it was a stroke in February 2021, that felled her mighty spirit. She is survived by her daughter Louise (Ron) Esch, sons Cameron (Sharon) Gee, and Dr. Joseph (Vaunie) Gee. Her daughter Cheryl predeceased her. Each of her grandchildren had a special place in her heart, and when the great grandchildren started arriving her heart overflowed. She delighted in spending time with them, remembered their birthdays, and Christmas meant cards being organized and her bingo and casino winnings being shared!

She was married to the late Alec Pawliuk and is also survived by his children, Peggy Allen, Don Pawliuk, Ken Pawliuk and Gayla Robert and their children.

Bessie lived independently at Heritage Heights for the past four years and had a strong and loving relationship with many friends who supported her to the end. She spent many hours at her beloved Legion, served for many years on the executive of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, and became a legend while volunteering at the many catering events well into her 90s.

The family wishes to thank so many people that made their mother’s life so meaningful and comfortable during her last days. Judy Orchison was absolutely indefatigable with her time and caring. Once visitors were allowed Lewis, Arlene, Norman and Terri went above and beyond. A huge thank-you goes to Dr. Frank and the nursing staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital, she received excellent care and was kept comfortable.

Bessie had a remarkable life and she leaves memories for us all to cherish and remember her by. Bessie loved a party and the family plan on having a celebration of her life once travel and gatherings are allowed.

Cremation has taken place, with the Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville handling all the arrangements. If friends wish to make a donation in her name, please consider Covenant Foundation c/o St. Joseph’s General Hospital - Palliative Care Unit in Vegreville.

“You can shed tears because they are gone, or you can smile because they lived. You can close your eyes and pray that they will come back, or you can open your eyes and see all that they left for you. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see them, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday, You can remember only that they are gone, or you can cherish their memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind and feel empty, or you can do what they would want. Smile, Open your heart, Love…and go on.”

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GORRIE, Emily Virginia November 15, 2021 – April 27, 2021 It is with great sadness that the family of Emily Virginia Gorrie (nee Sadownyk) of Vegreville, announces her passing on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at the age of 89 years.

Emily is survived by and will be lovingly remembered by her family; son Barrie (Catherine) of Sherwood Park and their children Melissa (Sean) and great grandson Aven of Edmonton; Daryk of Edmonton; daughter Charmaine (Bob) of Vancouver, B.C.; and close family

members Barry Stumbo, of Ryley; Matt, Adria and Jack van Reeuwyk of Camrose.

Emily was predeceased by her husband Ralph; parents Peter and Jessie (Zuk) Sadownyk; one sister Susan Frebrowski (Adam); Susan’s daughter Noreen Stumbo and Noreen’s daughter, Ashley van Reeuwyk.

A comfort to Emily were her many friends. Thank you all for your caring support, generosity and friendship over the years. One of Emily’s favorite things was getting together with you and chatting over coffee.

Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

The family wants to send a special thank you to all the staff at the Rosehaven Care Centre for their expertise, care and compassion.

Many thanks to Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd. for their guidance, professionalism and compassion.

Memorial Donations may be made in Emily’s name to Hope for Dementia, (canadahelps.org) To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800

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JACKSON The family of Michael Jackson want to express our sincerest gratitude to all those who remembered Michael.

Your numerous cards, flowers, condolences, messages of sympathy, support and donations in Michael’s memory greatly helped ease some of our grief during a very difficult time.

Thank you to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for your compassion, understanding and patience, especially Dr. Strydom while you cared for Michael.

A very special heartfelt thanks to Leanne, you are a pillar of strength.

Thank you to Autumn Rose Funeral Home for your kindness, guidance and professionalism as we prepared for Michael’s final journey.

Although COVID restrictions did not allow for visitations a “Remember Michael” celebration will be held in the future.

MacKenzie The family of the late Annette MacKenzie wish to extend our sincere thank you for the cards, flowers, food and kind expressions of sympathy shown following her sad passing. We also send our gratitude and appreciation to Lamont Home Care and the incredible nurses and staff at the Lamont Health Care Centre, for their care and compassion. All the supports we received at this difficult time was very much appreciated and of great comfort to all of the family.

Vichnaya Pamyat Gerald and family

DUK The family of Julian Duk would like to send thanks to the doctors and nurses of Vegreville St. Joseph’s Hospital for their compassionate care. Also thanks to everyone for flowers, cards, phone calls and baking.

Thank you Autumn Rose for your caring and professional service. The kindness you have all shown will always be remembered. All donations much appreciated.

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As you can see driving around town you can see garage sales happening, but what I like about this that it gives the people the opportunity to have a garage sale, as long as they follow some guidelines. And those people who don’t agree with it, don’t go to the garage sales. You have a choice whether you attend it or not.

There are those people who will seek out garage sales regardless of the state of the community right now with COVID. I support it with guidelines.”

Councillor Ann Waters said she’s had people reach out to her about the garage sales, and voiced her appreciation regarding the guidelines that had been put forward by Community Services Director Phil Rowe.

“I know our residents have been very vigilant about following sanitation, mask wearing, that kind of thing, and keeping our COVID numbers low, so that is very much appreciated. Guidelines will help instill that…I’m in support of it with the guidelines in place,” added Waters.

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Councillor Taneen Rudyk stated, “When we had this discussion last year we were at a different point in pandemic.

Appreciate that there are some clear guidelines and suggestions about how to proceed safely.

I just find it hard to understand that this is a wise decision at this point for people to hold or attend garage sales. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo just declared a state of emergency due to the COVID numbers in their community and they were previously at a very small number. It’s just hard to understand how this is a wise decision at this time.”

Mayor MacPhee said his feeling about garage sales hadn’t changed from last year. “I really don’t think we should be having garage sales. I don’t think we should encourage people to come to our town right now. I mean our COVID numbers are a lot higher now than they certainly were last year.

This is my opinion. I just don’t feel right now with these variants that travel so fast to invite them to our community.

But that’s not what we’re voting on here.

We’re voting on the recommendation.

The town to make recommendations to people who are going to hold garage sales with or without respecting the law at all.

So, our decision is we are going to support the guidelines that we are putting forward.”

Councillor Tina Warawa said she would be in favour of the guidelines, but wanted a disclaimer to be included in the guidelines. Councillor Marielle Brodziak stated, “I also don’t support having garage sales at this time. I agree it’s good to put out some definite guidelines how to host a safe garage sale.” She also wanted a disclaimer in the guidelines.

Councillor Dave Berry stated, “I think the situation is we are not encouraging people to hold a garage sale. The differ-

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garage sale debate - CONTINUED from above ence between now and this time last year is we don’t have any provincial guidelines that would give this council the right to deny garage sales. What we are trying to do is give them a set of guidelines and hope that people will be wise enough to follow the guidelines and be very careful that our community remains safe.”

In a follow up interview with Alberta Health Press Secretary Steve Buick, he stated that, “Municipalities do have the legal power to take a wide range of actions under the MGA, however, their authority to do that is delegated by the Province, and so we superior legal authority. We can reverse any measure that a municipality implemented. And naturally the municipality wants to be

consistent with the province and are very reluctant to take measures of their own.

It just makes sense, right; you don’t want municipalities generally going off in all different directions, especially on something like public health. You want a high degree of consistency. So, in practice a municipality naturally works closely with the provincial government to share their concerns with us and urge us to take a consistent approach throughout the province.”

Buick said garage sales are not prohibited under current orders. There are no specific rules, but people are only required to follow general good practice from this overall guidance for any business or other organization as relevant to them