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CD3 recognition marks
42 years’ service
November 27, Wing Logistics and Engineering Commanding Officer LieutenantColonel Brian Richardson
and Branch Chief Warrant
Officer William Hinchey were
proud to present the third
clasp to the Canadian Forces
Decoration (CD3) to Sergeant
Alain “Rocky” Larocque at his
Depart with Dignity ceremony
at the Annapolis Mess. This
decoration is awarded to officers and non-commissioned
members of the Canadian
Armed Forces who have completed 42 years of service with
a good record of conduct.
This is a rare and wonderful
achievement, which all in
the room were honoured to
witness.
Larocque joined the Forces
in April 1972 as a gunner.
In his first trade, he enjoyed
postings to 5 RALC in Valcartier (tw ice) and the Airborne Battery in Edmonton. He
also participated in countless
exercises and deployments,
including Cyprus (1974), the
Golan Heights and Ismailia,
Egypt (1978/ 1979).
Upon his return to Canada,
he transferred to the Royal Canadian Air Force as an instrument electrical technician and
was posted to 442 Squadron
Comox, CFB Cold Lake and
CFB Shearwater. While in Cold
Lake, he was also deployed to
the Sinai with the Multinational
Force Organization as an augmentee with 427 Squadron.
In 1995, he received his final
posting to 14 Wing Greenwood and retired from the
Regular Force as a warrant
officer in 2002. He joined the
Air Reserve the following day,
and began work in the Air
Mobile Support Equipment
shop in the Transportation
and Electrical and Mechanical
Engineering Squadron.
Larocque and his wife,
Cathou, own an artisan farm,
Silvery Moon Alpacas Farm,
where he will be kept busy
in his retirement. The couple
has two children, Sebastien
and Myriam, and two grandchildren, Coalbee and Jacob.
TEME Squadron members
November 27, Sergeant Alain Larocque, left, received
congratulate
Larocque on his
his CD3 in honour of 42 years of service in the Canadian
Armed Forces from Wing Logistics and Engineering Com- retirement, and 42 years of
manding Officer Lieutenant-Colonel Brian Richardson. loyal and dedicated service to
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Festival of Trees fete
14 Wing Greenwood’s Festival of Trees event November 29 at the Annapolis Mess was a Christmas dream – food,
décor, toys, electronics, treats and lots more decorated several dozen squadron and community trees. All were
up for auction in support of the base’s Combined Charities campaign, raising $12,140 with partnership from
S.Keddy
Scotiabank Greenwood.
Randy Stevenson of Century 21 Greenwood shows
off a selection of homes
on offer.
Judy Besharah dressed the part, as she added good old
tinsel to Wing Telecommunications and Information
Services’ non-battery, non-electronic, all old-fashioned
fun tree.
The Stingers added lots of bumble bee black and yellow to their tree. 14 Air Maintenance
Squadron members on the decorating squad, included, from left, Michelle Bourdon,
Master Corporal Christine North, Private Justin Drebot and Corporal Kimberly Smith.
Quinn Macauley, daughter
of 413 Squadron Captain
Dawn Macauley, checks
out the greenery.
404 Squadron Commanding Officer Lieutenant-Colonel
David Proteau and his wife, Lindsay, decorated a show- The Catholic Women’s League ladies from Queen of Heaven Chapel had lots of homestopping “Frozen” themed squadron entry.
made goodies on their tree.
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Colonel Huddleston and Chief Warrant Officer Jetté, making the first donations to the 14 FES food drive in support of the Upper Room Food Bank.
Submitted
Firefighters’ food drive adds up
December 6, with Sparky
in the lead, fire trucks rolled
out of 14 Wing Fire and
Emergency Services’ station
at 14 Wing Greenwood to
kick off the 18th Christmas
food drive in support of the
Upper Room Food Bank in
Kingston.
Twenty off-duty firefighters, two fire engines, one
inspections vehicle, one
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command vehicle and some
spousal support started at
Wing Commander Colonel
Iain Huddleston’s home,
where Huddleston and Wing
Chief Warrant Officer Pier-
rot Jetté presented the first
of the day’s non-perishable
food items. From there, firefighters broke into three
groups and canvassed all
of the Residential Housing
Units seeking support of this
worthy cause - and 14 Wing
came through!
December 8, after the Saturday drive and the collection
from donation boxes spread
around the wing, the food
bank was presented with
2,291 pounds of food, over
1,000 pounds more than the
previous year. An additional
$42 was also collected and
given to the food bank for
its use.
Wing Fire Chief Captain
Bruce Paradis, Sparky and
all of the firefighters thank
the 14 Wing community for
its efforts and gracious donations. Without this continuing support, the Upper Room
Food Bank may have to turn
away those in need. A note
about the food bank association: this charitable organization helps, on average, over
150 families a month. The
donations raised Saturday
are sufficient for less than
a month’s operation and,
during the winter season,
the demand increases for
families that depend on sea-
Warrant Officer Ferrar
collects a sizable donation
during the 18th 14 FES
food bank drive.
Submitted
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Sara Keddy,
Managing editor
Military history isn’t necessarily old, as portrayed in the
latest piece of artwork now at
the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum.
The Greenwood Art Association recently presented a new
painting by Guelph artist Christine Handley to the museum,
depicting the early use of Heron
unmanned aerial vehicles by
the Canadian Armed Forces in
Afghanistan.
“This is the third painting
in what I would like to call the
‘modern’ era,” said association
president Brian Handley, “and it
brings the art collection up to
about 60-plus paintings.”
Master Warrant Officer (retired) Steve Dornan was on
hand to unveil the painting, as
his image is incorporated into
the piece as a representative of
14 Wing Greenwood’s role in
pioneering the UAV.
“UAVs have been on again/
off again in Canada,” Dornan
said, “and it’s very apropos
we’re doing this event in front
of the museum’s Sperwar display – the Heron replaced it.”
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Military Aviation Museum November 4.
Leading Seaman E.Jorge, 14 Wing Imaging
Dornan started with UAVs
about 16 years ago, but it was
during the 10-year Afghanistan
engagement “we learned a lot of
lessons of what not to do, and
we moved to a more robust
aircraft. Corporate knowledge
is now scattered throughout
the military, and you will see
another UAV.”
Dornan knows the use of
UAVs made a difference in
Afghanistan, supporting Army
troops with reconnaissance
flights before actual missions
went off-base.
“They had a distinct use, and
I was happy to end my career
with this aircraft and making a
difference.”
14 Wing Greenwood Commander Colonel Iain Huddleston formally accepted the
painting donation, noting the
“direct connection” between
UAV work in Afghanistan to
the kind of surveillance and
recognizance work being done
now over Iraq by 14 Wing and
RCAF aircraft.
“We would have made a huge
difference and saved lives in Afghanistan with the Aurora, but
we got our foot in the door with
long range patrol capabilities,
the Heron effort and the successes that resulted – and the
continued success with today’s
Block III Aurora. The missions
in Iraq are all based on the start
of the Sperwar and the Heron,
and we’re now top-of-the-line.”
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December 15, 2014
Murphy’s time, talent captures CAF
photographer of the year honours
Sara Keddy,
Managing editor
test with my first roll of film.”
In junior high, Murphy
learned to develop film, and,
November 19, the winners
once on the military, he spent
of the Canadian Armed Forces
a short time with an Imaging
Photography Contest gathered
section. He’s entered the CAF
for a formal awards ceremony
photo contest over the past
to celebrate the year’s most
decade: “first and foremost, it’s
outstanding images. Photograbeen a lot of fun.
pher of the Year – Advanced was
“The contest has pushed me
awarded to Lieutenant-Colonel
to improve my existing photogScott Murphy, commanding
raphy skills and encouraged me
officer of 413 (Transport and
to develop new ones. The ‘winRescue) Squadron at 14 Wing
ners’ photo galleries have also
Greenwood, while Andrew Pearbeen an inspiration – there is
son, a military spouse, won
some amazing talent within our
of Photographer of the Year
photo community, and it’s an
– Novice.
honour to be highlighted within
The 2014 CAF Photography
this group.”
Contest committee received
Murphy says the awards
a total of 2,382 entries from
event was a fun chance to meet
in person those people whose
names he’s seen in that winners
gallery over the years.
Murphy uses his own photography as a way to relax, and
create memories for his busy
military family.
“Given the demands of service life, military families can
relocate frequently and often
find themselves far from family and friends. Photography
can been a way to document
and share families moments,
Summer is Here, shot by Warrant Officer Vincent Roy, holidays and local adventures.
14 Wing Greenwood bandmaster; was the third place Photography can also be a way
to help maintain contact during
entry in Novice Classification- People.
427 participants. The two-day
judging session took place in
October.
Murphy says the awards
event was a “whirlwind” visit
back and forth to Ottawa, but
involved a good visit with his
parents, who he was able to take
as guests to the awards event.
“Dad gave me my first camera
for the summer holidays when
I was 12,” Murphy says. “We
were camping a lot, at provincial
and national parks, and I did a
lot of landscapes.”
A picture he took of a sunset
over a lake shore, with ripples
on the water from a stone either
his father or brother had just
thrown, he called “Golden Lake.”
“I actually won a photo con-
Two of Lieutenant-Colonel
Scott Murphy’s winning
entries in the Canadian
Armed Forces’ national
photography contest this
year: left, his daughter in
“Forlorn,” the Advanced
Classification - People first
place photo; and, right,
Bridge to Infinity, the Advanced Classification –
Architecture first place
photo.
deployments - while (my wife)
Audrey was away this summer
supporting Op Reassurance, I
was able to share the exploring
that the kids and I did around
Nova Scotia.”
A family calendar every year
is a great way to share photos
with relatives, and Murphy has
even designed a coffee table
book for his family of their
adventures together.
“These are convenient to
share, and it’s nostalgic to actually handle pictures and look at
these memories.”
Does he have any advice for
other amateur photographers?
“Shoot often! Get so familiar
with your equipment that you
don’t have to think about it, allowing you to focus (pardon the
pun) on the light, composition
and the decisive moment. Set a
personal goal - pick a theme or
subject that excites or motivates
you and build a portfolio based
on it. Edit your work ruthlessly,
and with a critical eye. Share
your favourites and seek feedback. Don’t be afraid to make
mistakes, but be sure to learn
from them. Have fun!”
Murphy says he doesn’t take
pictures with the CAF contest
in mind, but he’s pleased the
results of his efforts – he drove
hours out of his way on a return
trip from Central Canada to
take pictures of Confederation
Bridge - are pleasing to others’
eyes.
To see all of the winning images from this year’s contest,
visit CAFPhotoContest.ca.
Major awards
Photographer of the Year Advanced: Lieutenant-Colonel
Scott Murphy, Greenwood,
Nova Scotia
Photographer of the Year
- Novice: Andrew Pearson, Belleville, Ontario
Best in Show - Advanced:
Corporal Rob Canning, Halifax,
Nova Scotia
Best in Show - Novice: Andrew Pearson, Belleville, Ontario
Service adds up among CANEX staff
Sara Keddy,
Managing editor
Visiting national CANEX
vice president Mac McMillan joked working at CANEX
is like “Hotel California: you
can come, but you can never
leave!”
All jokes aside, it’s that
longevity among Greenwood
CANEX staff – which McMillan sees across Canada – he
was pleased to recognize here
November 27. Three local staff
members – manager Ken Keddy, 25 years; Denise Tucker,
15 years; and Judi Hardiman,
10 years – were honoured with
long service awards.
“Our employees are different than in other retail workplaces,” McMillan said. “They
get to know our customers,
they become embedded in
the community – and that’s
our strategy. We are not just a
place to buy something; we’re
apart of the community and
life in the community.”
McMillan said this trio regularly goes “above and beyond
for our customers – and they
know that. We’re so lucky to
have people like you folks in
the organization, and it’s important to acknowledge your
contribution: not just these
service landmarks, but day in
and day out.”
Keddy thanked Tucker and
Hardiman specifically, but
said his employee team is
equally valued at the Greenwood CANEX, by himself and
the local community.
“Thank you all for your efforts and your help and team Greenwood CANEX staff – from left: Denise Tucker, 15 years; manager Ken Keddy, 25 years; and Judi Hardiman,
work,” Keddy said. “It’s great 10 years – were honoured November 27 for long service by national CANEX vice president Mac McMillan, back
work.”
left, and CANEX district manager Eric Gosselin, back centre.
S.Keddy
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Hicks named national ATIS Technician of the Year
Corporal Jaden Braniff,
Wing Telecommunications
and Information Services
Squadron
There are currently over 800
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and information systems (ATIS)
technicians serving in the Royal
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courses that affect every facet of
their work on Canadian Armed
Forces bases across Canada.
Like many other trades in the
CAF, each year, one member is
chosen as a leader in the field.
This year, the prestigious
honour has been awarded to
a member of 14 Wing Greenwood. During a Wing Telecommunications and Information
Services Squadron (WTISS)
morning meeting December 4,
Major M.K. Hirst and Master
Warrant Officer B.E.G. Boutilier presented Corporal Jeffrey
Hicks with the ATIS Technician
of the Year award. Hicks is a
highly valued member of the
unit and, within the last year, his
accomplishments have gained
him not only a Wing Commander’s Commendation but
many acknowledgments from
key squadrons across 14 Wing.
The ATIS Technician of the
Year is a highly competitive
award, and Hicks is more
than deserving of this honour.
WTISS members congratulate
Hicks, and recognize his excellent work within the ATIS trade
and as a member of the Royal
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Wing Telecommunications
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Hirst, left, and Master
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The 14 Air Maintenance Squadron charity team receives the 14 AMS Operate As One award from Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll, right, at the
squadron Honours and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27. From left are team members Private Justin Drebot, Sergeant Ron Aucoin, Master Corporal Christopher Clarke, Master
Corporal Christine North, Master Corporal Issa Pare, Warrant Officer Joseph Hayes, Warrant Officer Michael York and Master Warrant Officer Al Price. Missing: Master Corporal Roxanne Poole.
14 AMS achievements recognized with honours, awards
November 27, 14 Air Maintenance Squadron held it semiannual honours and awards
ceremony.
This event formally recognize individuals who have
demonstrated excellence or
exceptional dedication through
various medals or awards.
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task or event that exemplifies technical excellence and
professionalism; two awards
were presented during this ceremony, to Sergeant Ron Aucoin
and Sergeant Scott Wheaton.
Haché had the pleasure to
present the 14 AMS Operate
as One award to the 14 AMS
Squadron Charity Team, acknowledging its performance
as a section/ group/ crew
which exemplifies squadron/
wing core values. The 14 AMS
Squadron Charity Team consists of the following personnel:
Master Warrant Officer Al Price,
Warrant Officer Joseph Hayes,
Warrant Officer Michael York,
Sergeant Ron Aucoin, Master
Corporal Chris Clarke, Master Corporal Christine North,
Master Corporal Isabelle Pare,
Master Corporal Roxanne Poole
and Private Justin Drebot.
A new initiative this year was
the introduction of the 14 AMS
CO’s coin, rewarded to those individuals who have completed
a significant undertaking that
has directed a positive attitude
towards the Canadian Armed
Forces and 14 AMS. Receiving the 14 AMS CO’s coin was
Corporal Jason Gilbert.
A promotion in any organizational hierarchy system is a reward for good performance, accompanied with more responsibility and a pay increase; on this
day, recently returning from
paternal leave, Master Corporal
Luke Vaillancourt received his
appointment to current rank.
An accelerated promotion is
awarded to those selected in
recognition of demonstrated
outstanding performance as a
tradesperson, as well as outstanding ability, leadership and
supervisor potential. Haché had
the distinct pleasure to present
three accelerated promotions:
Corporal Evan Booth received
his accelerated promotion to
current rank by six months,
Corporal Shawn Clarke received
his accelerated promotion to
current rank by six months and
Corporal Stéphane Paquette
received his accelerated promotion to current rank by eight
months.
Haché announced Sergeant
Larry Youden had been selected
to attend the Non Commissioned Academy Course January 1 through February 12 at the
Training and Education Centre
at McGhee Tyson Air National
Guard Base in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a significant
achievement.
14 Air Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer LieutenantColonel Pierre Haché (left) and Master Warrant Officer Lawrence
O’Driscoll (right) present Evan Booth an accelerated promotion
to corporal at the squadron Honours and Awards ceremony at
the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Private Shawn Clarke, centre, receives an accelerated promotion
to corporal from 14 Air Maintenance Squadron Commanding
Officer Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master
Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours
and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
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bravo zulu | promotions & presentations
14 Wing Imaging unless otherwise indicated
Private Stephane Paquette, centre, receives an accelerated promotion
to corporal from 14 Air Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer
Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant Officer
Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and Awards ceremony
at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Corporal Luke Vaillancourt, centre, is promoted to master
corporal by 14 Air Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer
Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant
Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and
Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Corporal Jason Gilbert, centre, is presented with a 14 Air
Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer’s coin by
Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant
Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and
Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Sergeant Al Moore, centre, receives his Canadian Forces
Decoration for 12 years of service in the Canadian Armed
Forces from Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master
Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours
and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Master Corporal Kerry Gidge, centre, receives his Canadian
Forces Decoration for 12 years of service in the Canadian Armed
Forces from Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master
Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours
and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Corporal Christopher Chittick, centre, receives his Canadian
Forces Decoration for 12 years of service in the Canadian Armed
Forces from Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master
Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours
and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Captain Andrea Fortier, centre, is presented with the 14 Air
Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer’s Commendation
by Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant
Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and
Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Master Corporal Thomas MacInnis, centre, is presented with the 14
Air Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer’s Commendation
by Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant
Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and Awards
ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Corporal Megan Trace, centre, is presented with the 14 Air
Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer’s Commendation
by Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant
Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and
Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Private Renee Braniff, centre, is presented with the 14 Air
Maintenance Squadron Commanding Officer’s Commendation
by Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Haché, left, and Master Warrant
Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at the squadron Honours and
Awards ceremony at the Annapolis Mess November 27.
Sergeant Ron Aucoin, centre, receives a 14 Air Maintenance
Squadron Excellence Award from Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre
Haché, left, and Master Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at
the squadron Honours and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis
Mess November 27.
Sergeant Scott Wheaton, centre, receives a 14 Air Maintenance
Squadron Excellence Award from Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre
Haché, left, and Master Warrant Officer Lawrence O’Driscoll at
the squadron Honours and Awards ceremony at the Annapolis
Mess November 27.
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Must-try winter activities
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Impress guests with flavourful, triple cream brie
(NC) Room-temperature, Olive Oil
triple cream brie is always
2 tbsp (25 ml) finely
a winner when entertaining. chopped fresh basil
Why not elevate it to fabulous?
Pinch salt
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Prep time: 10 minutes
2 drained, canned pear
Stand time: 4 hours
halves packed in light syrup,
Ingredients
thinly sliced
2 tbsp (25 ml) Extra-Virgin
Half a baguette
In a small bowl, stir together
oil, basil and salt.
Cut cheese in half horizontally. Place bottom half cut
side up on a serving plate.
Spoon half of the oil mixture
over cheese. Place half of
pear slices on top in a flat
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cheese on top, cut side down.
Spoon remaining oil over and
layer with remaining pears.
Cover with plastic wrap. Let
stand at room temperature for
2 to 4 hours or until cheese
is soft.
Meanwhile, cut the halfbaguette into thin slices. Toast
and serve with the brie.
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December 15, 2014
Les tendances des Fêtes
(EN) Que votre style de
décor soit élégant et raffiné,
moderne et épuré, traditionnel ou naturel, vous pourrez
choisir, cette année, parmi un
vaste éventail d’accessoires
décoratifs des Fêtes qui sauront répondre à vos attentes.
De plus, ne vous surprenez
pas si vous apercevez dans
votre décor des petits lutins…
Cette année, selon les experts chez Home Depot, les
nouveautés sont nombreuses
pour la saison des Fêtes :
On verra donc des collections originales comprenant
des couronnes décoratives
inspirées de la nature à l’image
des majestueuses couronnes
en écorce de bois enroulées ;
aussi, des rubans, des parures
et des ornements recouverts
de détails dorés et argentés
pour garnir l’arbre. Les gens
qui désirent intégrer de nouveaux accessoires à leur décor
des Fêtes seront servis sur le
plan des idées et des produits
avec des marques exclusives
comme Martha Stewart Living ou des collections haut de
gamme comme Home Accent.
Une nouvelle tendance pour
distraire la famille est la chasse
aux lutins, une tradition familiale amusante qui consiste à
surveiller ces petites créatures
espiègles qui font des mauvais
coups de toutes sortes durant
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De nombreux modèles
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au moderne, ou au naturel. Les
arbres pré-éclairés sont populaires, tout comme ceux dont
le sommet est très fourni, ou
ceux qui sont recouverts d’un
fini argenté.
Les amateurs de nouveautés
technologiques choisiront
l’arbre de Noël musical en
format MP3 qui s’allume au
son de leurs chansons préférées, lesquelles seront sauvegardées sur leur téléphone
intelligent.
Les familles qui désirent
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maintenant offertes pour les
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Aucun décor des Fêtes ne
saurait être complet sans
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à l’allure festive. Cette année,
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décorations originales qui
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de mille feux tout en ajoutant
une touche d’élégance européenne à votre rue, comme
une Tour Eiffel et un pont de
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Save money immediately on home heating costs
(NC) It’s that time of year
again: your toes are numb, your
cheeks are rosy, and it’s time
to turn up the thermostat. As
Canadians, we know these signs
all too well: Old Man Winter is
back in town.
We may be well trained to
bundle up before stepping outside, but with frigid overnight
temperatures and rising heating costs, it pays to bundle up
and seal your home before the
deep freeze hits. Follow these
simple tips to keep your home
toasty warm and your heating
bills low.
Change furnace filters
It won’t work like a dream if
it’s not clean. Be sure to replace
or clean furnace filters once a
month during the peak heating
season.
Find the leaks and fill ‘em up
Since windows and doors are
the main culprits for letting hot
air escape, an effective way to
help minimize these leaks is by
applying an insulating film to
windows, doors and rooms that
get little use. Another option is
weather stripping doors and
windows. It does come with a
little labour, but Cottage Life
personality, Colin Hunter, offers
some do-it-yourself tips to help
minimize the impact and strain
on your body. “If you begin feeling aches and pains when working around the house, make
sure you change your work
environment before it intensifies or potentially causes more
serious damage,” says Hunter.
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Run fans in reverse
By switching the ceiling fan’s
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When hot air pools near the
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December 15, 2014
Addressing
homelessness
in Kings
The Municipality of the
County of Kings and its Race
Relations & Anti-Discrimination Committee invite
you to the third discussion
of their speaker series.
“Addressing Homelessness
in Our Community” will take
place at St. Joseph’s Church
on Belcher Street in Kentville,
3 p.m. to 5 p.m., December
16. John Andrew of Open
Arms will lead the discussion
and speak about homelessness: what it is like, what it
takes to turn lives around and
what each of us can do to
change things for the better
in our community.
Everyone is welcome and
encouraged to attend this
important discussion. Please
RSVP if possible to Adam
Daniels, adaniels@county.
kings.ns.ca or 902-6906133.
Layla Okorofsky shows off her
favourite place to play.
Kim Dixon passes out stickers to
those with paint-free hands after
the craft session. The Greenwood
Military Family Resource Centre
had a morning party to celebrate Nicholas Gale and Jenna Beaton
National Child Day in Canada show off Nicholas’ favourite colour!
November 20.
Kids’ play
14 Wing Greenwood
holiday hours
14 Wing Greenwood Community Centre
Office hours
December 18 . . . . . . . . . . . 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Closed for function
December 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
December 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
December 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
December 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 a.m. to noon
January 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
January 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The community centre office is closed daily between noon and 1 p.m.
Youth Centre
December 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400-1900
December 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400-1900
December 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1600-1900
December 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1600-1900
December 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
January 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
January 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
For information on youth programs, call 902-765-8165.
14 Wing Bowling Centre
December 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 27 . . . . . . . . . . . 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
December 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
December 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
December 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
December 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
January 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
For information on bowling, call 902-765-1494 local 5361.
14 Wing Greenwood Library
December 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
December 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
December 30 . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
December 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
January 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
January 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon to 4 p.m.
For information on the library, call 902-765-1494 local 5430.
Matt Okorofsky was put to work – the kids
thought it was great fun!
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The Aurora publishes items of interest to
the community submitted by not-for-profit
organizations. Submissions are limited to
approximately 25 words. Items may be submitted
to our office, 83A School Road (Morfee Annex),
14 Wing Greenwood; by fax, 902-765-1717;
or email [email protected]. Dated
announcements are published on a first-come,
first-served basis, and on-going notices will be
included as space allows. To guarantee your
announcement, you may choose to place a paid
advertisement. The deadline for submissions
is Thursday, 9:30 a.m., previous to publication
unless otherwise notified.
Le commandant publie des avis d’intérêt public
soumis par des organisations à but non lucratif.
Ces avis doivent se limiter à environ 25 mots.
Les avis peuvent être soumis à nos bureaux,
au 83A, School Road, (annexe Morfee),
14e Escadre Greenwood, par fax au 902-7651717 ou par courriel à l’adresse auroraeditor@
ns.aliantzinc.ca. Les annonces avec date sont
publiées selon le principe du premier arrivé,
premier servi, et les avis continus seront
inclus si l’espace le permet. Si vous voulez
être certain que votre avis soit publié, vous
voudrez peut-être acheter de la publicité. La
date de tombée des soumissions est à 9 h 30
du matin le jeudi précédent la publication, à
moins d’avis contraire.
metro crossword
solution page 18
Adult skating
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to noon,
adult skating will be available at
the Kingston Credit Union Centre.
Cost $4/person.
Jam sessions
Wednesdays, 7 p.m., at the Harmony community hall, 992 Harmony Road. Refreshments to
follow, all welcome.
Library program
Thursdays at the Kingston Library,
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: free oneon-one computer tutorials for
smartphones, laptops, desktops,
ereaders; for all ages and levels.
Info: 902-765-4587 or www.valleylibrary.ca.
Pre-schooler gym time
Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.,
parents of pre-schoolers are welcome to use the 14 Wing Greenwood Community Centre gym
space for a mini-workout circuit.
Kids may play while parents make
use of fitness stations set out for
you – or walk/ run the perimeter
at your own pace. For info: Kelly,
~ In memory of Gordon Way ~
A bouquet of beautiful memories
Sprayed with a million tears
Wishing God could have spared you
If just for a few more years
It doesn’t take a special day
For us to think of you
Each Mass, we hear, each prayer we say
Is offered up for you
Always loved & sadly missed by wife, Colette
Children, Christine, Marty, Tracy,
sister Donna and families
902-765-1494 local 5337.
Christmas bookings
Through December: book your
Christmas party or event with the
Middleton Lions Club. We cater!
Call Linda Baltzer, 902-825-6381.
www.centrestagetheatre.ca.
Meeting
December 15, the Canadian Cancer
Society’s Kingston/ Greenwood
Living With Cancer Support Group
will meet in the St. Mark’s Protestant Chapel Annex, Church Street,
Greenwood, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guest
speaker is 14 Wing Padre Kent
Greer on “The Power of Hope.”
Frank Dobbin on keyboard will
again provide Christmas music for
the group. Cancer patients, family and friends and those seeking
information on cancer are encouraged to attend. For information:
Lynda Pierce, 902-765-3055.
Museum hours
To December 19, the Annapolis
Valley Macdonald Museum, is open
10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays
only. Call 902-825-6116, check out
www.macdonaldmuseum.ca or
14 Wing Chapel Christmas Services
St. Mark’s Protestant Chapel
Wednesday 24 Dec • 1830 hrs (6:30 pm) Family Christmas Eve Communion Service
Wednesday 24 Dec • 2200 hrs (10 pm) Christmas Eve Communion Service
ACROSS
44. Young eel
11. Australian slang for
1. Cuts off a branch
46. Deviation from the
a kiss
5. 13th Hebrew letter
normal
13. Ability to begin
8. ‘Hair’ producer
47. CBS police drama
17. Short whistle blasts
Joseph
49. Cliff
24. Were introduced
12. Giraffa
50. Resting place
25. Glowing quality
camelopardalis
51. Island in Venice
26. Ingest
14. Indicates near
56. 1981-82 Sec. of
27. Relative biological
15. Capital of Samoa
State
effectiveness
16. Roving
57. Young man
28. Footed vase
adventurously
58. Skylighted central
29. River in NE
18. Help
area
Scotland
19. Deafening noises
59. Oily skin disorder
35. English Univ. river
20. Spanish
60. East northeast
36. Malaysian Isthmus
neighbourhood
61. 1945 Crimean
37. Soft-finned fish
21. Portable computer
conference city
38. Eyelid infection
screen material
62. Transfer property
40. Fred & Wilma’s
22. 20th Hebrew letter
63. Used to be United
baby
23. ‘Blue Bloods’ lead
__
41. New __, Louisiana
actor
64. Daze
city
26. Scholarly
42. Tse-tung or Zedong
30. Raleigh NC river
DOWN
43. Hindu weather god
31. Alongside each
1. Murderers Leopold 44. ___ May, actress
other
& ___
45. Hauled laboriously
32. Electronics Support
2. Southern veggie
47. One suspender
Module
3. Henry’s 6th wife
48. More peculiar
33. Dogma
4. Practice fight
49. N. Central African
34. New Deal
5. Dinners
country
statesman Harold
6. Hermaphrodite
52. Macaw genus
39. A corporation’s first
7. Centers
53. Rhythmic swing or
stock offer
8. Fathers (Spanish)
cadence
42. Slender tower with
9. For each one
54. Ballerina skirt
balconies
10. SW Belarus city
55. Arabian sultanate
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At CentreStage
In a festive mood, the ladies of
the Farndale Avenue Housing
Estate Townswomen’s Guild
Dramatic Society mount another
assault on the classics with their
version of “A Christmas Carol.”
They enthusiastically portray a
dizzy array of characters from
the Dickensian favourite (and a
few which aren’t), while bravely
contending with an intrusive PA
system and a real Farndale first:
wrapping their vocal cords and
feet around two original, show
stopping songs. December 19,
20. Show times: 8 p.m./ 2 p.m.
Tickets $15/ $12 (902-678-8040
for reservations). CentreStage
Theatre, 61 River Street, Kentville.
Speedskating open house
December 20, 10 a.m. to noon,
the Valley Speedskating Club
hosts an open house for all ages
(children and adults), all skill
levels at the Kingston arena. Free,
with equipment (speedskates and
helmets) available to borrow. For
information, check out the club
on facebook.
Christmas walk
December 20, 5:30 p.m. for 6 p.m.,
join the Valley Trekkers, member
of the Canadian Volkssport Federation, in Berwick for its annual
Queen of Heaven Roman Catholic Chapel
Wednesday 24 Dec • 1800 hrs (6 pm) Christmas Eve Family Mass
Wednesday 24 Dec • 2330 hrs (11:30 pm) Christmas Carols / 2400 hrs Midnight Mass
Thursday 25 Dec • 1100 hrs (11 am) Christmas Day Mass
Thursday 1 Jan 2015 • 1100 hrs (11 am) New Year’s Day Mass
During silent hours over the holidays, the Duty Chaplain will be on call 24/7 and may
be reached through Wing Operations at 902-765-1494 local 5457.
Three easy ways to enter.
find & win
1. Through our website: www.auroranewspaper.com
2. Fax: 902-765-1717
3. Drop into our office located on 83A School Road (Morfee Annex)
Entry deadline:
Noon, December 18, 2014
Full name
Phone number
Complete the following questions from ads in this week’s issue and win a 14 inch 2-topping pizza
from Mimie’s Pizza, Greenwood. Coupon valid for 30 days.
1. What are the bi-weekly payments on a 2013 Honda Accord? _______________________________
2. Who has 25 per cent off Christmas bulk candy? _________________________________________
3. Who has a new salon? _____________________________________________________________
4. Where can you get a free consultation for fitness? _______________________________________
5. Who is located at 683 Central Avenue, Greenwood? _______________________________________
Limited to one win per family in a TWO MONTH PERIOD.
The winner will be drawn randomly from all correct entries. Only one entry per family per week.
Congratulations to last week’s winner: JUDY CLARKE
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Christmas lights walk. Gather at the
Berwick town hall (236 Commercial St.). 10 kilometre walk (a five
kilometre option may be possible).
For information: 902-765-0906.
Meat draw
December 20, Branch 98, Royal
Canadian Legion, Kingston; hosts
a meat draw at 3 p.m.
Church service
December 21, 7 p.m., there will be
a “Blue Christmas” service at the
Wilmot Baptist Church, corner of
Hwy 1 and Dodge Road. This service is for anyone who struggles
this time of the year with such
things as the pain and loss of a
loved one, loss of employment,
financial stress, loneliness or any
reason for feeling “blue.” It is a
safe place for tears, mourning and
seeing the light in the darkness.
Concert
December 21, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.,
enjoy a Musical Gift to the Upper
Room Food Bank at the Kingston
Lions Hall. Freewill offering.
Performances by Chris Palmer,
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Rachel MacLean, Son Light,
Gina Potvin and Left of Centre.
Silent auction, canteen, 50/50
ticket sales.
Breakfast
December 24, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.,
Kingston Lions host their annual
Christmas Eve breakfast at the
hall. Freewill offering. Come on
out, bring your friends and family
and enjoy a complete breakfast of
scrambled eggs, sausage, ham,
hash browns, pancakes, toast,
juice, coffee and tea. Visit with
Santa, live entertainment.
Church service
December 24, there will be a
Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. at
the Wilmot Baptist Church, corner
of Hwy 1 and Dodge Road.
Meat draw
December 27, Branch 98, Royal
Canadian Legion, Kingston; hosts
a meat draw at 3 p.m.
Concert
December 28, 7 p.m., come to St.
John’s United Church, Middleton
to hear the choir sing the cantata,
solution page 18
“Night of the Father’s Love,” by Pepper Chopin. Share in a carol sing.
Dance
December 31, Branch 98, Royal
Canadian Legion, Kingston; hosts
a New Year’s Eve dinner and
dance, 7 p.m. until 1 a.m. Welcome
in 2015 to the music of Crackerjack. Cost: Legion members $25,
non-Legion members $ 30. Tickets
available at the Legion bar.
New Year’s Eve event
December 31, join Kingsley the
Steer at Credit Union Centre
festivities in Kingston, beginning
at 6 p.m. Bring your skates, enjoy
a sleigh ride, live entertainment,
nutritious Jimmie dogs, wholesome chilli, steamy cider, hot
chocolate; face painting, balloon
animals, popcorn, kids can be
fingerprinted. All events are free –
please bring along non-perishable
food items or a cash donation for
the Upper Room Food Bank. Fireworks shortly after 9 p.m. Storm
date is January 1. For information:
www.kingstonnovascotia.ca.
Markland’s 80th
Markland Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons recently celebrated its 80th
birthday at the Masonic Hall in Kingston. Lodge offices were all filled by members
older than the lodge itself, ranging in age from 80 to 86 years, including front row
from left: Al Latham, Senior Warden; Bill Parks Worshipful Master; Doug MacKeil,
Senior Warden; Bob Cushing Tyler. In the back row are George Leaman, Marshal;
Don McCoy, Director of Ceremonies; Bruce Corkum, Treasurer; George Thompson,
Senior Deacon; Blair Williamson, Secretary; Richard Coleman, Junior Deacon; Dave
Kennedy, Immediate Pass Master. Lodge members from around the province were in
attendance to help celebrate the occasion. During the meeting, members filling the
offices told stories of their time in the Craft, much to the delight of those assembled.
A large birthday cake was cut and enjoyed by all after the ceremonies.
Submitted
patrick’s puzzle horoscopes
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, things are going to change
with regard to your professional
life. Expect some good news at work
and possibly a promotion. Make the
most of this opportunity.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
This week is bound to be very social,
and your calendar is full, Taurus. You
can pick and choose what you want to
do, and you can expect to enjoy all of
your experiences in the week ahead.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Expect to start the week on an
exciting note, Gemini. Big news is
coming your way, and you can allow
yourself to enjoy this exciting time
in your life.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, enjoy time with your
significant other in the days ahead.
A romantic trip could be just the
way to go, and both of you will
appreciate the one-on-one time.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Home matters have been on your
mind, Leo. This week you will reach
a resolution to your issue. Your hard
work has paid off so you can have
some fun.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
This is a week you are bound to
enjoy, Virgo. The next several days
will be full of structured fun, and
that is right up your alley. Enjoy
the company of friends and family.
Fun By The Numbers
Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid,
broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers
1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can
appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out
the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric
clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name,
the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, you may prefer to keep to
yourself this week, but you are more
likely to be surrounded by friends
and family. Make the most of this
time with loved ones.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, things are set to go your
way and you couldn’t be happier.
You thrive on being in control, and
that’s right where you will be this
week. Good things are ahead.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, you tend to get restless
with routine, so take some time to
switch things up this week. Take a
different route to work or school.
Otherwise, make new friends.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, your love of travel
continues this week, and you won’t
be content until you hit the road. If
you have the chance to travel, make
the most of this opportunity.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, now is a great time to aim
for a promotion at work or make
some changes to make yourself
more marketable. It’s time to push
ahead in your career.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, this is an exciting period
for you, as both personal plans and
career goals come to fruition. Enjoy
the ride in the days ahead.
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classifieds
Classified advertisements, 35 words or less, are $8 tax included. Additional APARTMENTS
words are 10 cents each, plus tax. Bold text $9, tax included.
FOR RENT – Very clean Modern 1, 2 &
3 Bedroom Apartments. Middleton to
Classified advertising must be booked and prepaid by 10 a.m. Thursday
Cambridge. Well managed properties.
previous to publication. Payment methods include VISA, MasterCard,
Seniors units available. References
AMEX, debit or cash. The Aurora is not responsible for products and/ or
required. Call Ross at 902-840-0534.
services advertised. To place a classified, contact 902-765-1494 local
(3539-ufnb)
5440, visit the office, 83A School Road, Morfee Annex, Greenwood; email FOR RENT – 2 bedroom lower level [email protected] or fax 902-765-1717.
ment in subdivision behind Greenwood
To place a boxed, display ad, contact 902-765-1494 local 5833; email
[email protected].
Les annonces classées, 35 mots ou moins, sont vendues au prix de 8 $,
taxes incluses. Chaque mot additionnel coûte 10 sous, plus taxes. Texte
en caractères gras 9 $, taxes incluses.
Les annoncées classées doivent être réservées et payées à l’avance avant
10 h, le jeudi précédant la publication. Les modes de paiement acceptés
incluent VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, débit ou comptant. L’Aurora n’est pas
responsable des produits et/ou services annoncés. Pour faire publier une
annonce classée, vous pouvez nous appeler au 902-765-1494 poste 5440,
visiter notre bureau au 83A, School Road, annexe Morfee à Greenwood,
nous envoyer un courriel à [email protected] ou nous transmettre un fax au 902-765-1717.
Pour faire paraître une publicité dans un encadré, appelez-nous au 902765-1494 poste 5833, ou un courriel à [email protected].
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Mall. Outside storage shed, deck, clothesline with lawn care and snow removal
provided. Fridge/stove and washer/dryer
hook-ups. $550.00 per month plus utilities (heat electric). Available Jan 1, 2015.
Call 902-765-4206 Sue (3546-ufn)
FOR RENT – 2 Bedroom Kingston Apartment $925.00 monthly. References,
Lease Required, Sorry No Pets. UNFURNISHED or FURNISHED 2 BR, LR,
KIT, BATH, LG. PATIO. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. Includes Heat, A/C, Power,
HD Cable, HS 80 mg Internet, Snow (min
$400. value) 6 Appliances... Fridge,
FOR SALE
FIREWOOD
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Cut, Split and Delivered
Quality Guaranteed
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Kingston
Legion
flyer delivery
Notice to 14 Wing
Greenwood Residential
Housing Unit occupants
Weekly delivery of flyer packages is
coordinated by Valley Flyer Services.
If you have comments about delivery or need to make
arrangements to hold or stop delivery,
please contact 1-800-675-7483.
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the
Call to view at 902-825-3424, 902-8252606 or Cell at 902-840-1780. (3548-4tp)
HOUSE FOR RENT
Regular Games - $100
• 3 Specials - 60/40
• Letter H - 80/20
• Triple Jackpot - R-W-B
• 1 Lucky 7 - Progressive
• 1 Bonanza - Progressive
• Jackpot - 3 Chances
Consolation $300
• Double Action
Lic.# 115910-08
to back gate for C.F.B Greenwood.
Lawn care and snow removal provided.
$950.00 per month. Available Jan 1st,
2015. Call 902-844-1921 or 902-2422230 (3547-4tpb)
FOR RENT – Spacious 3 bedroom
house 5 minutes from Greenwood.
Stove, Toaster Oven, Microwave,
Wood/oil combination furnace. Five WORRY FREE LIVING
Washer, Dryer, BBQ. Phone: 902-760appliances, large outbuilding. Avail- WORRY FREE – Newly constructed living on
0002, email: [email protected]
able immediately. $750 plus utilities.
one level. Mature adult living. Two bedfor full description, pics, or viewing apNONSMOKERS! References and Lease
rooms, 4 appliances, kitchen, living room,
pointment. 15 min or less walk to Golf,
required. More info call Colleen 902bathroom, laundry hook-ups. 1000 square
School(s), Doctor(s), Pharmacy, Post
691-0068. (3546-ufn)
feet of living space with in floor heating
Office, Library, Bank, Atlantic Superand garage. Pet friendly & smoke free.
store, C-store(s), Tim Horton’s, Motel, FOR RENT – 2 Bedroom house for Rent in
Nictaux road just minutes from Middleton
Restaurant(s), Gas, Legion. (3547-ufnb)
Wilmot. $600.00 Per Month, Plus Utilion bus route. Phone 902-765-0412. Call
ties.
Electric
heat.
No
Pets.
Available
FOR RENT – 2 Bedroom Apartment on Pit
about Rental incentive! (3543-4tp)
January 1st. Phone 902-242-2196.
Road in Nictaux. Basement Apt. Call for
WORRY
FREE – Worry free living for mature
(3548-2tpb)
more information. Darlene 902-825and Seniors located in Middleton. 2 Bed2606 or 902-840-1780. (3545-4tp)
DUPLEX FOR RENT
room units with Garage located along the
FOR RENT – Spacious 2 Bedroom Apart- FOR RENT – 2 Bedroom Duplex in Nictaux.
Kings Transit Route in a quiet setting, just
ment in 4 unit in Nictaux. New Paint,
minutes from Middleton and 10 minutes
$650.00 month + utilities. Fridge and
New floors, ideal location. Minutes from
from Greenwood. Close to Hospital and
stove included with washer/dryer HookMiddleton on Transit route. Family Buildshopping. Lawn Care and Snow removal
up. Phone 902-840-3337 (3547-2tp)
ing. Call now for viewing. Rent $575.00
are included. For more information,
plus Heat & Lights. Call 902-825-2606 FOR RENT – Newly constructed two
please contact Darlene Veinot at 902bedroom
duplex
located
at
2245/2247
or 902-840-1780. (3548-4tp)
825-2606 or 902-840-1780. (3545-4tp)
Glebe Road, Greenwood. 1150 sq. ft
FOR RENT – Middleton - Taylor Drive.
with attached garage. In floor heat, FOR SALE
Ready for Feb 1st 2015, 2 Bedroom
fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer &
Apartment in 4 unit building, Close to
dryer included, 1.5 baths. Front and FOR SALE – Large solid wood coffee
table and two end tables. Excellent
schools, shopping etc. Clean apartment.
rear private decks on large lot close
condition. $75. Ph.: 902-765-0277
(3540-1tpb)
SEWING
PARKER & RICHTER
551 Main St., Kingston
Chris Parker L.L.B
Ronald D. Richter
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Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries
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Phone: 902-765-4992
Fax: 902-765-4120
“Serving the Western Valley Since 1977”
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902-765-2105
WINDSHIELD SPECIALISTS
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ALSO: plateglass,
plexie & lexan, mirrors,
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windows and more...
Insurance Claims
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as you surf the books,
DVDs, magazines and
more at the 14 Wing
Greenwood Library.
No code or password
needed to access a world
of information: just use
the “Library Guest”
setting to access your
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FOR RENT
MELVERN SQUARE
672 Stronach Mtn Road,
Melvern Square
Modern 3 bedroom
2 bathroom single family
dwelling. $1,400.00/MO.
Utilities included.
For more information call
902-824-0286
IN THE COMMUNITY
CHURCH SERVICE – “The Peoples 25:40
Church” There will be a church service
held every Sunday at the New Beginnings Centre 1151 Bridge Street Greenwood provided by Pastor Leon Langille.
Pre Service music at 2:50 p.m. Service
3:00 p.m. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m.
All are welcome. (3533-ufn)
Gerard Burke
Construction & Renovations
~ All aspects of carpentry ~
~ Free estimates ~
~ Journeyman and insured ~
Middleton
(902) 825-8251
Hardwood, $250 a cord
Softwood, $210 a cord
Cut, Split, Delivered
Barrister * Solicitor * Notary
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.davidproudfoot.com
T: 902-765-3301 F: 902-765-6493
SERVICE – Bilingual handyman carpenter
available, 25 years of experience with
finish work, flooring, stairs, tile work and
more. Reasonable rates – flexible hours.
Call Mike at 902-242-2465 or 902-8400529. Greenwood/Kingston (3433-ufn)
DAN’S FIREWOOD
David A. Proudfoot
811 Central Avenue, PO Box 100
Greenwood, NS B0P 1N0
SERVICES
Ph: 902-825-6424
• Real Estate
• Wills / Estates
• Consultations /
Referrals
Steve Lake’s
Light Trucking
Moving & Deliveries
16’ Cube Van
902-844 0551
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Communities as
agents of change
Heather Frenette
The Kings Community Action
Group on Gambling, in partnership with Annapolis Valley
Health, has been working on
a project to build community
readiness to reduce gambling
harm in Kings County.
The first phase of the Building Community Readiness
to Reduce Gambling Harm
project, funded by Gambling
Awareness Nova Scotia, was a
survey of the attitudes, beliefs
and knowledge of gambling
harm as it is experienced
by the individuals, families
and communities of Kings
County. People representing
six sectors were contacted:
law, education, health, business, involved citizen and government. These respondents
have provided some valuable
insights.
The second phase of the
project will occur into the
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spring of 2015, and depend
upon the outcome of the scoring of the surveys; regardless
of the findings, KCAGoG will
be working to increase community readiness to reduce
gambling harm.
KCAGoG formed in May
2011 with the vision of
“Healthy Communities Free of
Gambling Harm.” Volunteers
have worked to increase the
awareness of gambling harm
in Kings County, reduce gambling harm and support local
businesses and organizations
to decrease their reliance on
gambling revenues. Members
of KCAGoG want local citizens
to have a say in the direction
legislation on gambling will
take, and they want local government to take ownership of
gambling harms.
For information, visit KCAGoG at www.kingscommunityactiongroupongambling.ca or
email [email protected].
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Dear Santa...
the
The Aurora Newspaper is pleased to
inform readers of all ages Santa Claus
will be accepting Christmas letters at our
office, 83A School Road, Morfee Annex,
Greenwood; or, email auroraproduction@
ns.aliantzinc.ca until 4 p.m. December 17.
Writers should hand deliver their 50-word
maximum length letter to our front desk, including their full name, age and home community; along with a photo of themselves if
they like. A parent’s name and phone number must be included for those writers under
age 18.
We will publish all letters
in the December 22 edition
- the last one Santa will
read before his big
Valley visit
December 25.
Name | Nom :
Age | Âge :
Address | Adresse :
Grade | Grade
Number | Nombre :
One winner from each age group will win a pizza party for their class: 3-6, 7-9, 10-12.
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December 15, 2014
Community
Christmas
Kingston villagers and friends gathered at the community rink December 5 for an
evening of pre-Christmas fun – lots of hot chocolate, cookies and treats; family
skating, wagon rides, games and more! Grade 8 Pine Ridge students manned the
donation station for the Upper Room Food Bank as guests arrived for the celebration.
M.Rolph
Come play in Greenwood
14 Wing Greenwood recreational facilities are opening their doors for free public
access, thanks to a funding and education
partnership with Thrive! Nova Scotia.
Thrive! Encourages all Nova Scotians
to be physically active, and organizers
want to make it easier for individuals and
families to get involved.
14 Wing Greenwood will offer free
swimming (Fitness & Sports Centre) and
skating sessions (Greenwood Gardens
Arena) in the coming weeks. This is a
great opportunity to get out and have fun
– give the 14 Wing facilities a try and see
if an all-access and discount Community
Recreation Card is an option for you and
your family, and take advantage of all
14 Wing’s fitness facilities, recreational
programs and special interest clubs.
Skating
December 22, 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
December 23, 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
December 29, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
December 30, 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
January 3, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
January 10, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
January 17, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Swimming
December 22, 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
December 29, 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
December 30, 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
January 2, 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
January 16, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
January 23, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
A reminder to all government photo ID is required
to pass through the 14 Wing Greenwood main gate.
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Youth Happenings
Rebecca Dillman,
Recreation youth worker
14 Wing Greenwood
Community Centre
It’s getting close to Christmas “chill” time for youth, with
fun, crafts and a Santa dance
on this week’s schedule at the
14 Wing Greenwood Community Centre. Please pre-register
for events, so organizers at
the centre can plan to have
supplies for all on hand. If
you have any questions, and
to register, contact 902-7658165 or [email protected].
December 16
Teen council meeting
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
December 17
Boys Club and Active Chicks
team up to make their own
“Olaf” sock snowman, $2
5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
December 18
Teen activity
Winter movie
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
December 19
Santa dance
Pre-teen 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. $3
($1 off with a donation of a
food bank item!)
December 20
Pre-teen winter movie & treat
evening, $1
5 p.m. to 7 p,m,
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