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Show N’ Shine Page 2 INSIDE THIS ISSUE A Day in the Life of the Elk Valley

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Friends chill out in the sunshine in between bands on Saturday evening. For full story and pictures turn to page 12, or visit www.thefreepress.ca.

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Outdoor Access Guide

Fake fishing guide faces charges

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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Utah man has been charged with posing as a fishing guide, and taking paying clients out to fish for bull trout in the Elk River without a licence.

The 52-year-old man was arrested

on Friday and released to attend court in Fernie on November 6.

Sgt. Joe Caravetta from the East Kootenay Conservation Officer Service said that it had been determined the man had taken about 12 clients to fish in the Wigwam and Elk Rivers.

He faces charges of guiding

anglers without a licence. Several of the American anglers involved with the Utah resident were also charged with violations under the BC Wildlife Act. Sgt. Caravetta said people need to be reminded that classified waters remain a priority for enforcement by the BC Conservation Officer Service

with respect to individuals angling and people involved in commercial activities. If you suspect or have knowledge of any illegal angling activities, please contact the BC Conservation Officer anonymous hotline at 877-952-7277.

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Showing off some shiny motors

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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ar enthusiasts were treated to an incredible selection of vintage and classic cars to feast their eyes on at the Show n' Shine Car Rally in Fernie on Sunday.

The event was held as part of the Sunday Downtown Socials series, held every Sunday afternoon in downtown Fernie, and including live music and fun activities for all ages.

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Sparwood receives visit from Slopitch tournament Consul General of Japan Submitted

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n August 9, the District of Sparwood welcomed dignitaries Consul General Hideki Ito and Consul for Cultural Affairs Tetsuya Isono from the Japanese Consulate in Vancouver.

Consul General Ito said, “My recent focus has been on visiting cities in our area of service, namely British Columbia and Yukon, which have twin relations with Japanese cities.

“There are 34 cities in BC and one in Yukon with sistercities in Japan and I have been

aware of the important role that those relationships play in strengthening the bonds between Canada and Japan.

“Since the Great East Japan Earthquake, my understanding of the value of these sister-city connections has been further confirmed as I have witnessed the part they played in supporting the disaster struck region and I have been taking as much time as possible to visit those sister-cities and meet with their mayors and sistercity committee members.”

“We are delighted to welcome

Consul General Ito and Consul for Cultural Affairs Isono to our beautiful community,” said Mayor Lois Halko. “Council is pleased to have an opportunity to meet and discuss ways to strengthen our relationship with our sister city Kamisunagawa.”

Members of Council met with Consul General Ito and Consul for Cultural Affairs Isono at the District Office and ended their day with a tour of Lilac Terrace and the Fire Hall. The return trip included a stop at St. Mary’s Band Office to meet with Chief Cheryl Casimer.

set to go this weekend

By Anthony Dransfeld Contributor

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he Wardner Bull River Slopitch Tournament is set to go this weekend and organiser Angie Jones said it is already filled up with 10 teams entered.

They will play at both the Wardner and Bull River ball fields, starting on Friday night. I played in the Wardner tournament about

10 years ago and it is a lot of fun.

Everyone has a good time and displays good sportsmanship in the South Country. Some of the other local tournaments are very competitive due to chasing the prize money, but every team in Wardner is out for fun and good times.

Shake and Bake who won their league in Jaffray last week, with a 12-3 record, will play Wardner in the opener.

What makes someone a dangerous offender?

By Annalee Grant Black Press staff

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dmitted child abductor Randall Hopley was sent for a psychiatric assessment on August 9 to determine if he should be declared a dangerous offender.

Hopley was remanded into the custody of the Forensic Psychiatric Services Commission for 60 days. He will likely be sent to Port Coquitlam's Forensic Psychiatry Hospital.

Should he be deemed a dangerous offender (DO), Hopley could be imprisoned indefinitely. He has admitted to abducting three-year old Kienan Hebert in September, 2011.

According to a 2002 report from Correctional Service Canada, sexual offences are the leading conviction for DOs at 84 per cent. They are followed by kidnapping at 27 per cent, while murder is second on the list at two per cent. Homicide is usually exempt from DO or long-term offender status according to the legislation.

Pedophilia offences accounted for 41 per cent of DO statuses.

High risk offender laws were added to the Canadian constitution in 1947, but they have been restructured several times since then. The current program was introduced in 1977 after a review was ordered by the Canadian Committee on Corrections.

The law in which Hopley has been remanded in custody was implemented in the 1990's. Crown counsel can seek DO status, pending a psychiatric assessment.

The status provides a tool for courts to impose conditions on an offender if there are reasonable fears that they will commit a criminal organization, terrorism offence, a sexual offence against someone under the age of 16, or a "serious personal injury offence."

In 2008 new reforms gave Crown counsel the ability to notify the court of a DO application should the accused by convicted of a third designated offence.

The court must prove that severe psychological damage was or was likely to have been done to the victim, and the accused is then sent for a psychological

assessment.

Hopley's assessment will determine if he is a DO, and if it is decided he does not fit the criteria, he will be evaluated for long-term offender status.

Hopley’s assessment will determine if he is a DO, and if it is decided he does not fit the criteria, he will be evaluated for long-term offender status.

A DO declaration imposes an indefinite prison term - the toughest punishment under Canadian law, and as previously mentioned, a status that has been reserved for Canada's most dangerous and violent criminals. A long-term offender will get a set prison term, but will be monitored either for life, or for 10 years after completing the prison time.

In her decision Thursday, Supreme Court Justice Heather Holmes cited Hopley's criminal record, which included a conviction for sexual assault in

September, 1985. He served two years in prison and three years probation.

Hopley protested the second charge used as a basis for the DO assessment, which was a break and enter from March 2008. Charges of sexual assault were stayed in that case, and Hopley received 18 months.

Holmes noted that all offences for which Hopley is currently appearing in court for are punishable by a sentence of 10 years or more. She also told court that one of the victims in the previous crimes committed

by Hopley did suffer prolonged psychiatric difficulties.

While the Crown did not establish that severe psychological damage had been done in the case of the Hebert family, Holmes determined it was likely that the crimes against Kienan could have to a different family.

"I'm satisfied that the low threshold is met," she said. "It is clear that Mr. Hopley has been convicted previously of a designated offence."

One of Canada's most infamous criminals of all,

Paul Bernardo was granted the status for a string of rapes and three murders committed with his wife and accomplice, Karla Homolka, in the late '80s and early '90s.

More recently, Russell Williams, who murdered two women and was convicted of 88 charges in total including many break and enters, did not receive DO status, although it was discussed during the trial.

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Randall Hopley.

decided adding DO status would be redundant because Williams was handed a mandatory sentence of life in prison with no chance of parole for 25 years for first-degree murder. It was decided that the criminal record of Williams would sufficiently prove that he will pose a danger for the rest of his life, even after the 25 years until a parole hearing is allowed.

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Making hay bales in the South Country

By Anthony Dransfeld Contributor

Thank you!

The committee for the

Tony Servello Golf Tournament held on July 12, 2012 would like to thank the following sponsors for their donations. Without you we would not have such a successful tournament. Again, thank you to all.

Jay’s Jewellers Tony Servello Fernie Auto Parts Scotia Bank Fernie Garden Centre Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Fernie Brewing Company Sears Coal Valley Motors Fernie Golf & Country Club Kokanee Springs Golf Club Fernie Wilderness Adventures Sparwood Golf Club Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Happy Valley Scrapbooking

Straight Line Indian Springs Golf Club Guides Hut Home Building Supply Elk River Guiding IGS Pharmacy Investors Financial Odyssey Ladies Wear Carosella’s Stanford Inn Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Best Western Overwaitea Finning Tractor Rocky Mountain Pasta Lunch Box Just Pizza Big Bang Bagels Harry Kim Fernie Hotel

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hile many of us spend our summer days at the lake or on the Elk River staying cool, the South Country farmers are hard at work bringing in their hay crops.

There are many farms and ranches growing hay around Jaffray, Bull River, Elko, Wardner, Grasmere and Roosville.

Jim Durham has been farming in Jaffray for 75 years.

These days his farm is pretty much a family affair with his wife Hazel, and daughters Roberta and Debbie all involved with ‘getting the hay in’ (the boys Mack and Greg both have full time jobs and pitch in on their days off.) Jim has about 100 head of cattle and bales mostly round bales on 250 acres, which requires a great deal of irrigation. Daughter Debbie is a high school principal in Prince Rupert and comes down for the summer to help her parents and sister. Roberta

and Debbie do the cutting, raking and running the baler.

Both girls are excellent at running the farm machinery so their dad Jim lets them ‘have at ‘er.’ Bales pretty much come in two sizes, 800 pound rolled bales (for cattle) and the traditional square bale weighing 55 pounds for horses.

Breakdowns are part of the game when doing volume haying. This summer many farmers in and around Jaffray are having tractor tires, that cost $600 each, blow up or

go flat. Long winters in the East Kootenays make hay a valuable commodity, which is why there is an old saying ‘make hay while the sun shines.’ Jim Durham admits to slowing down a bit in recent years. Fortunately the Durhams have Debbie, Roberta, Mack and Greg to keep their hay rolling in the barns.

Hazel Durham celebrated her 82nd birthday last Sunday.

Wardner volunteer fire department under consideration

By Anthony Dransfeld Contributor

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ardner residents have decided they want to start and support a volunteer fire department.

At least 15 men and

women have signed an official request, which was handed in to the East Kootenay Regional District

by Dale Anderson last week.

Currently it takes the RCMP and Ambulance 30 minutes to get out to Wardner.

Baynes Lake, just down the road from Wardner, has had a volunteer fire department for 28 years and Jaffray has a fire department as well.

The Wardner application has been formally handed in. A decision is expected by fall. There are a few locations

under consideration for the Fire Hall. Anyone who wishes to join the Wardner Volunteer Fire Dept, can get in touch with Dale Anderson in Wardner.

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Dylan gives Cranbrook a concert for the ages Annual Tony Servello golf tournament B Featuring Spicy Thai Food

By Barry Coulter Black Press staff

ob Dylan rolled into town Sunday, and presented Cranbrook with a concert for the ages on an auspicious and historic evening.

Bias alert: This review is written by someone who expected the show to be great but was knocked out by how great it actually was.

Everyone knows by now what you can expect at a Dylan concert. There will be no between-song patter, he will put new interpretations on those famous songs, almost to the point of obscuring them, the band will be remarkable, and the voice may be incomprehensible.

But from the outset, Dylan himself made it clear he was there to entertain us. The only time Dylan spoke to the crowd was to introduce the band. But at all other times he was fully engaged with the audience, with eye contact and gesture, and above all with his music.

He spent most of the time at the piano, occasionally moving out to centre stage to sing and play harmonica.

He genuinely seemed to be enjoying himself, in front of almost 4,000 people of all ages at Western Financial Place.

The band was made up of Dylan on guitar, keyboard, piano and harp, Tony Garnier on bass, George Recile on drums, Stu Kimball and Charlie Sexton on guitars and Donnie Herron on violin, electric mandolin, pedal steel, lap steel. Altogether they played for almost two hours, drawing out Dylan's songs to a bardic length, making them pulse with a prominent blues theme. And yes, the arrangements were interesting and powerful.

There were many standout moments: Powerful versions of Tangled Up in Blue, Desolation Row and Ballad of a Thin Man; blues numbers like "Rollin' and Tumblin,' and Honest with Me, and iconographic works like Like a Rolling Stone and All Along the Watchtower.

He only played one song on the guitar (Simple Twist of Fate), but he traded sharp electric solos with Sexton, to the delight of the crowd.

As for Dylan's voice, it was gravelly but comprehensible - and he used pitch, dynamics and vocalization to great effect of his lyricheavy songs, - like another instrument. He roared into the microphone.

Dylan's voice was only hoarse from how far it had traveled for us to hear it.

An interesting moment the crowd was enthusiastic but polite. It wasn't until well into the second half of the show that security personnel went out amongst the floor, exhorting everyone to stand. "The band wants you up!" they advised us.

The crowd was happy to oblige, and surged towards the front. And by show's end, it was apparent that Bob Dylan and the band had left it all on the stage.

So ends the Canadian Leg of the 2012 version of Dylan's never-ending tour.

God speed, Bob, and thanks for coming.

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he 30th annual Tony Servello Senior Net Golf Tournament was held on Thursday, July 12 with 72 participants from Fernie and surrounding areas.

The weather held and it was a great day for golfing. The day started with coffee and donuts at the Fernie Golf and Country Club followed by an exceptional day of golfing. When the game was finished a turkey dinner was supplied

by CP Catering in the very picturesque clubhouse.

The overall low net winner was Dave Kunimoto of Elkford Golf Club. There were seven flights all together - five men’s and two women’s divisions.

The first flight of 55 – 59 Low gross - Gino Guzzi Low net - Bill Pachara

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The third flight of 65 – 69 Low gross – Jim Henderson Low net – Don Jackson Second low net – Jim Booth Third low net – Jim Robertson

The fourth flight of 70 – 74 Low gross – Charlie Mears Low net – Claude Martin Second low net – Don Haavardsrud Third low net – Peter Kuntz Fourth low net – Ted King The fifth flight of 75 + Low gross – Tony Servello Low net – Peter Caws Second low net – Howard Stafford Ladies Division Overall low net - Bonnie Krog The first flight of 55 – 64 Low gross – Carol Bain Low net – Chris Stockey Second low net – Pat Moore Third low net – Donna Clark The second flight of 65+ Low gross – Patti Kuntz Low net – Marilyn Bruschetta Second low net – Donna Miller

The second flight of 60 -64 Low gross – Doug Kuntz Low net –Tony Gee Second low net – Fizz McKie Third low net - Rick Schroeder

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Water Conservation The District reminds residents that outdoor water use restrictions are now in effect.

Outdoor water use is permitted between the hours of 6:00 am to 9:00 am or 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings • August 27th Regular Council Meeting @ 6:00pm • Sept. 10th

Regular Council Meeting @ 6:00pm

All Regular Council and Committee Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.

Mayor, Council and Staff are proud to announce the completion of the recent updates to Elkford’s Mountview Cemetery. A columbaria and memorial book have been installed at the cemetery located 3.4 km north of Elkford.

The 156 niche columbaria has been strategically placed to overlook the Elk Valley and the majestic mountains to the east. The above ground niche system provides for secure, year round, single or companion interments (2 interments in one niche). The 150 space memorial book provides residents with a venue to display a memorial plaque in honor of a loved one.

For more information on all options provided at the Mountview Cemetery please view the Cemetery Bylaw No. 724.11 and the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 725.11 on our web site at www.elkford.ca.

Notice of Lease of District Property Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the District of Elkford intends to dispose of an interest in the District property known as the Playschool Area at the Elkford Community Conference Centre in order to grant a lease for the operation of playschool to the Elkford Women’s Task Force Society, for a term commencing September 4, 2012 to June 23, 2017 at a cost of $10.00 plus applicable taxes per year.

The District of Elkford Council will consider granting the lease at the Regular Meeting of August 27, 2012.

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What an incredible weekend in Fernie!

Wapiti was a first class music festival with a line up showcasing some of the best in Canadian music.

Fernie is a small community, but it has huge spirit, and I was blown away by the calibre of the event.

Not only were the bands exceptional, the way the whole event was put together put many, larger scale events to shame.

From the bike check to the beer tent, everything worked so well and was so well thought out.

I was especially blown away, but not surprised, by the number of volunteers at the event, giving their time to make sure everything ran as smoothly as it did.

This is what makes a music festival in Fernie different to those in other places.

Community support.

The volunteers deserve huge praise, but it’s not just volunteers who supported it.

Everybody who turned up for the festival showed their community spirit.

The fact that it sold out shows just how many people wanted to be a part of what is now Fernie’s biggest event.

I’m looking forward to next year already!

I wandered down to check out the Bibbity Bobbity Boo at Rotary Park the next day and again, was so impressed with how well that was organised, and how many kids were there enjoying all the fun.

I heard many people comment on how impressed they were with the dedication of the solo face painter, who must have painted about a hundred little faces, the organisers, and everyone else involved.

After checking out the Mountain Market, I headed downtown and again was amazed by the number of people out to enjoy the Sunday social.

Downtown was full of gleaming classic cars, and people were enjoying the sun, sitting outside the cafes and watching the world go by.

The Columbia Basin Culture Tour had also kicked off, and it was great to see the places that are taking part with their doors wide open and people wandering in and out.

It was definitely a weekend that made me proud to live here!

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Letters to the Editor Avoiding the apocalypse Many of the actions being taken today by environmentally conscientious people are more or less attempts to treat a symptom of the big problem. And perhaps a piece meal process is the most effective way to get the majority to take part in the process.

But, I think that it is opportune to draw Canadians’ attentions to a matter of grave concern and suggest to you that rallying to stop the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline and thereby preventing the almost certain spills of bitumen and solvent from the pipeline or the tankers carrying it to overseas markets, is, more or less, treating a symptom.

Here is the prologue: Our solar system was formed about 4.5 billion years ago and our sun

is expected to expand into a red giant in another 4 billion years thereby annihilating earth. So we can plan ahead for 4 billion years. It took about 3.5 billion of the 4.5 billion for astronomical, geological and some biological events and processes for substances like: sodium; chlorine; p h o s p h o r u s ; potassium; nitrates; heavy and light metals; carbon based gases; liquids and solids; etc; to be separated and concentrated then sequestered in large deposits beneath the surface of our planet and thereby, about 1 billion years ago, making our atmosphere, oceans and land suitable for the development of oxygen breathing animals.

Here is the problem: Presently we are mining, drilling,

pumping and fracking in order to unsequester these substances, use them to supply energy, grow food, manufacture machines and devices and give us a better quality of life and a great economy, eh! However, in the language of economists, there is a significant negative externality.

Which is, in unsequestering these substances, we return them to the air, water and land where they were in the beginning and if we release enough, our environment will no longer be suitable for oxygen breathing animals. That won’t give us a better quality of life for the remaining 4 billion years. We need to get in balance with the nature of our planet, find the limit to our growth where we can recycle naturally, keep the air and water clean,

use solar energy to its maximum potential, recognize everyone as equal and avoid having the four horsemen of the apocalypse make our decisions for us.

That will give us a great economy without negative externality.

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Letters to the Editor continued from page 6 The Wapiti aftermath Kudos to the organizers of the Wapiti Music Festival. It was so nice to see four ladies out on Sunday morning along the dyke trail with large garbage

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concept of keeping things nice for everyone else. Thank you from the people who live along the dyke.

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Bust a lung this Saturday!

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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or those with lungs at full capacity, registration is still open for the gruelling Fernie Lost Boys Lungbuster Mountain Bike Challenge taking place this weekend.

The Lungbuster is one of the most infamous challenges in mountain biking, but this year also has categories for those who prefer to run than ride.

So if you think you’re tough enough for a hard core hill climb, sign up and challenge yourself in the ultimate race, attempting to mountain bike, or run 6.9 km, or 2,100 vertical feet up to Lost Boys Café at Fernie Alpine Resort.

The Lungbuster starts at the base area of the resort and finishes at the top of the Timber Express Chairlift at scenic Lost Boys Café.

Registration is from 8 a.m. this Saturday for a 9:15 a.m. start time.

Current record holders from the bike category are Geoff Clark with a time of 38 minutes and 4 seconds for the men and Christine Misseghers with 41 minutes and 5 seconds for the women.

Helmets are mandatory for all biking category competitors and all competitors (bike and run) are strongly recommended to carry water with them (water bottle or hydration backpack.)

Register at www.skircr.com

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• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday night, 6:15 -7:30 p.m. in the Salvation Army building. Call Isabel, 250-423-7043. • Every Thursday 6:30 p.m. onwards – fun darts at Sparwood Legion. • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10.

Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information.

• Mahjong at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 7 p.m. • Dominoes at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 1 p.m. • Fernie Chamber Orchestra meets every Monday at 7 p.m. Musicians of all abilities are welcome. For more info call Yolaine at 250-423-7825 or wyhames@gmail.com • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 1 to 3 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

Friday, August 17 • Cribbage at Senior Drop-In Centre, Fernie, every Friday 7:30 p.m. •Sparwood Legion open jam session at 7 p.m. • Jitney darts every Friday at Fernie Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 p.m.

Drop in and meet new people. All adults welcome. If you are interested phone the lounge at 250-423-6218 for details. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10.

Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information.

Saturday, August 18 • Every Saturday meat draw and 50/50 draw at Sparwood Legion 4 - 6 p.m. • Fernie Legion meat draw 4 - 6 p.m. Fun and Entertaining. All welcome to join us. • The Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market at the Baynes Lake Community Centre, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 19 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church.

Call 250-423-2131 for details. • LDS Family Services women’s only support group for spouses of those struggling with all addictions.

Anonymous call-in group meets every Sunday 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Call toll-free 1-877-453-7266 and enter meeting number ID 2977. • Sparwood Legion: Texas Hold’em poker tournaments every third Sunday at 7 p.m., limited seating, must register. For more information or to register for poker, call 250-4250081. Everyone welcome.

Tuesday, August 21 • Crib / Whist alternate weeks, Seniors Drop In Centre, Fernie, 7:30 p.m. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program - ages three-five: 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Fun, crafts and lunch anytime between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Centre in Fernie. The kitchen at the Seniors Centre is open weekly from 9 a.m, to 2 p.m Monday through Thursday. Coffee or tea, sandwiches, soup and/or dessert can be purchased. General public welcome. • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10.

Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information. • Fernie Options For Sexual Health Clinic: Open the first and third Tuesday of every month from 6.30 - 8.30 p.m. at Elk Valley District Hospital. Confidential drop-in clinic for comprehensive sexual health services include annual PAP exams, pregnancy testing and counselling, STI screening, subsidized birth control and education service. No appointment necessary. 250-4238274. • SOAPS: Sparwood Old Age Pensioners Society meets every third Tuesday, monthly. Please contact Maria at 425-6600 or Norm at 4256557 for more information.

Wednesday, August 22 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church.

Call 250-423-2131 for details. •Cribbage, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 1 p.m. •Darts, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 7 p.m. • Fernie Heritage Library toddlertime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 7 to 9 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

By Mary Giuliano Contributor

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he City of Fernie has been presented with a free charging station for electric cars. Having this amenity will make our city a destination of choice for those that own such vehicles and shows that we are keeping up with the times.

Fifth Avenue road reconstruction from Ninth Street to 13th Street has begun and Ninth Avenue work should be finished by the end of summer and work on the Fernie Splash Park at the Aquatic Centre has also started.

June was busy with seminars on policing, a mayor’s caucus, meetings regarding proposed new mines and tourist attractions and of course all of the regular meetings held at City Hall. I attended several school and other functions to give presentations on behalf of the City. July brought Canada Day and the pleasant function of cutting 24 cakes.

The following day Councillors Iddon, Warshawsky, Krats and Ripley joined me at the grand opening of the long awaited transfer station. July 8 I had the pleasant task of interviewing

Federal Minister of Aboriginal and Northern Affairs John Duncan who was a guest of MP David Wilks. Duncan spent the first eight years of life in Natal and has great memories of his time here. This visit was an emotional return to his roots.

Another person who came into City hall for a visit was Gordon Anderson of Lethbridge, Alberta. Anderson worked at the Crowsnest Coal Company office for several years until he and his family moved to Alberta. I gave him and his wife and brother-in-law Jim a tour of the building and he was quite touched. The City of Fernie hosted a meeting with CBT’s Gary Ockenden, Jennifer Krotz, Mayor Halko, Mayor McKerracher, Mike Sosnowski and City staff to discuss the formation of a committee to move forward on the Elk Valley Directed Funds project. The next meeting will be held in September and at this meeting each director will present their prospective community candidate.

Last week Todd Mastel of Cranbrook Regional hospital presented a report that stated that a steam boiler for medical device reprocessing is presently

underway for Elk Valley hospital.

Also for 2012-2013 a planning and designing of a labour, delivery and post-partum obstetrics room renovation has been approved. As my daughter faced serious surgery on July 16, I went to Calgary for two weeks and Councillor McSkimming was designated acting mayor. Dan attended a meeting with Dr. Halpenney and other key Interior Health staff and brought forward concerns regarding operating room surgeon succession plans.

I received calls regarding skunks and Dan fielded calls regarding deer eating flower and vegetable gardens. The City no longer deals with the skunk issue as a private contractor is available to trap them. This information is available from City Hall. This concern hit home last evening when, as I sat in my back yard enjoying the evening, a skunk nonchalantly strolled towards me. That skunk high jacked me for a good 15 minutes that seemed more like hours. I don’t think I could have been more frightened if a grizzly had been sitting next to me. This experience has certainly given me a deeper perspective on this problem.

Running for education

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orth Vancouver primary teacher Ian Cunliffe began his epic journey last week running over 1,100 km to raise awareness of classroom conditions.

Ian began in Sparwood on Wednesday, and is attempting a marathon a day for 22 days to draw public attention to cuts in public education.

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The New Fernie Transfer Station is operated by the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) and is located at 6000 Highway 3, across from Brenner Road.

Hours of Operation Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Closed Statutory Holidays

Brought to you by the City of Fernie Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226 Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466 Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254 For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust’s Water Smart Initiative For more info: www.cbt.org/watersmart

Lifesaving Society – Bronze Cross

Bronze Medallion Course Bronze Cross Course Bronze Medallion is the prerequisite for Bronze Cross and the Date: Aug 27 - 30, 2012 path to becoming a lifeguard.

Time: 12:00 - 5:00 pm Date: Monday, August 20 & Thursday, August 23, 2012 Cost: $140.00 + HST Time: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. (pocket mask not included) Cost $160 + HST (includes manual) Place: Fernie Aquatic Center 250 Pine Ave Register your spot today by contacting the: 250-423-4466 ext “0”~ www.fernie.ca Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Register your spot now.

Contact: 250 423-4466 ext 0 www.fernie.ca Bronze Cross/CPR-C Certification is one of the prerequisite awards for all Advanced Lifeguarding & Leadership Training Programs.

(Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion) Fernie Aquatic Centre Summer 2012 Swim Schedule July 2 to September 1, 2012

Calling all Citizens!

City of Fernie invites residents who want to make a difference within their community.

The following Committee’s are looking for members:

standards of design excellence. (This is a volunteer position and members participate primarily in an advisory capacity to the Planning Department.)

Design Review Panel

For more details about the Design Review Panel, contact the City’s Planning and Development Services Department at 250 423-6817.

Members will be responsible for making recommendations to the Director of Planning on the design merits of all Development Permit applications, including buildings, site development and the physical and aesthetic impact of proposed development plans in order to promote and uphold

Lifesaving Society – Bronze Medallion

Beautification Committee Members will be responsible for researching and making recommendations to Council for an overall vision for the installation of seasonal lighting and displays, decorations, banners and flower baskets all to promote and instill pride for the community we live in. As well to develop a short and long term timeframe and annual operational timeline for this work to be carried out. (This is a volunteer position and members participate primarily in an advisory capacity to City Council.)

Submit a letter of interest for the committee that might interest you: City of Fernie P.O. Box 190 501 – 3rd Avenue Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca

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Public Swim 6:30 am to 1:00 pm 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm * At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilites due to organzied instructional programs.*

Splash Park is coming soon.

Facility Closed from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Sat - Sun Public Swim 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Red Cross Swim Lessons Lessons Set Monday to Friday 9:30 am-10:00 am 10:30 am - 11:00 am 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Sat/Sun 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

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Active Fit Mon /Wed 8:30 to 9:15am “New” Aqua Blast Fri 8:30 to 9:15am *Try our different and fun Water Fit workout *

New Time Gentle Fit Tues/Thurs/Fri 11:00 to 11:45am

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$2.50 Swim 7:30 to 8:00 pm Daily.

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D IS T R I C T O F S PA RWO O D Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: sparwood@sparwood.ca

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LAST CHANCE!

The week of August 20th-24th will be the last week available for the residents of Sparwood to book lawn assessments! Use this opportunity to educate yourself in preparation for water conservation indoors this winter, as well as water conservation outdoors next summer. Small changes in lifestyle can lead to huge benefits of reducing environmental impact! Do your part, and book an appointment today!

To book, call our Water Smart Ambassador for a FREE 30 min landscape/irrigation audit at 250-910-0854, and receive a FREE hose timer or rain sensor at the end of your appointment!

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LIAISON

Situated in the south east corner of BC, Sparwood is a family-friendly Rocky Mountain community nestled in the heart of BC's Elk Valley. Approximately 4,000 residents call Sparwood home. As a result of a robust mining industry (Teck Coal), Sparwood is experiencing growth pressures in residential, commercial and industrial sectors.

Applications are currently being received from energetic, entrepreneurial, professional leaders for a two year (minimum of 24 hours per week) contract position, of Business Development Liaison. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Business Development Liaison is responsible for facilitating and promoting economic development in Sparwood.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to act strategically, in a political and community service environment.

Key responsibilities: • • • • • • • • • • •

facilitate the development of a community economic development strategy; conduct a comprehensive business inventory survey; establish goals and targets for business development; assists with the implementation of strategies that support and encourage the expansion and diversification of the existing business sector in support of continued industrial and retail growth; prepares quarterly reports for Council on activities and initiatives; identifies and researches grant opportunities and prepares applications; provides input on budget preparation; assist in the development of strategic partnerships and liaise with representatives of business, industry and government organizations; work with the business community and Planning and Administration staff in the implementation of a tax revitalization program for the downtown core; respond to inquiries and provide information about the community and assist prospective investors in making informed decisions; primary contact for the Invest Kootenay initiative;

Qualifications: At least 5 years experience in economic development activities or relevant business experience and education; Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills; Exceptional oral and written communication, presentation, interpersonal and customer management skills; Superior organizational planning and time management skills; This is an unbenefited, contract position with a salary range of $60,000 – 85,000. Please submit your proposal for service delivery, a cover letter and resume in confidence by 4:00 p.m. MDT August 27, 2012.

Terry Melcer, Chief Administrative Officer District of Sparwood Box 520 136 Spruce Avenue Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Tel: 250.425.6810 email: tmelcer@sparwood.ca www.sparwood.ca Thanks to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

POSITION:

JOB POSTING

CASUAL LABOURER PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

DATE OF POSTING: August 10, 2012 Written or typed applications for this position must be filed with the undersigned no later than Friday, August 31, 2012 at 3:00 pm.

NATURE OF POSITION: This is a Casual Position that is on an on-call basis to cover absences due to sick leave, vacation, special leave or any approved leave or to fill temporary vacancies or augment regular full-time or regular part-time staff during peak periods.

Performs a variety of general and specific labour type tasks requiring agility and physical effort in the performance of semi-skilled tasks related to the maintenance of the District Services Infra- Structure, buildings, roads, parks and other facilities. Assists employees engaged in installation, maintenance and repairs of roads, sewer and water systems, sidewalks, parks, fields, gardens, etc.; shovels and removes snow and ice; digs and backfills graves by hand as and if required. Picks up and collects garbage, empties garbage containers into garbage trucks and assists in the disposal thereof. Operates light trucks, small tractors, mowers, edgers, trimmers; snow blowers, power saws, steam cleaners, various hand tools and miscellaneous equipment, hoses, etc. Cuts grass, assists in the creation, planting, grooming and general maintenance of gardens, fields, walking trails and related outside facilities; Performs other related duties as assigned.

Receives general direction and varied levels of supervision from the Director of Operations at Public Works and/or as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Valid Drivers License.

• Physically capable of lifting heavy weights etc.

• Grade 12 Education or equivalent.

• Capable of following oral and written directions.

Wages, benefits and conditions of employment are governed by the current collective agreement with CUPE Local 2698.

APPLY TO: Mel Bohmer Director of Operations District of Sparwood Box 1929, 477 Pine Avenue Sparwood, B.C. V0B 2G0 (250) 425-7760

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The District of Sparwood, located in the South East corner of British Columbia has an exciting opportunity just waiting for you. Live and work in a place where most people want to vacation.

As an “Active Community” we have great indoor and outdoor recreation facilities, trails and a world class ski hill just 30 minutes away. If you are from a large center, get out of the rat race and raise your family in this friendly family oriented community that is currently seeing fast growth but still offers the safety and security of a small town. The District of Sparwood offers a competitive salary and a benefit package governed by the current 2012 collective agreement with CUPE Local 2698 which includes among other things, a Super Anuated Municipal Pension Plan, training opportunities, a free pass to our recreation facilities and the option of a compressed work schedule. On August 1st collective agreement rate for an Operator III is 31.18 per hour and the Certified Mechanic the rate is 33.86/hr.

Do You Have What We Are Looking For? The position of Equipment Operator III / Relief Certified Mechanic will suit an individual who is highly motivated and flexible in all areas of work. This position will be of interest to those who are looking for career advancement and the opportunity to work as part of a great public works team. This is a Full Time position that performs duties primarily as an Operator III and when called upon, this incumbent will also perform duties as a Certified Trades Mechanic for vacation relief, and on an as needed basis by the Director of Operations.

This position encompasses a variety of general and specific labour type duties related to the operation and maintenance of the District of Sparwood’ fleet, infra-structure, buildings, roads, parks and other facilities, as well as operating equipment under our current Operator III designation. This employee may be engaged in anything from utility installation, maintenance and repairs of roads, sewer and water systems, sidewalks, parks, fields, gardens and equipment.

The preferred candidate will have a valid class 3 or higher drivers licence with airbrakes endorsement along with thorough knowledge of the methods, practices and rules of safe operation and maintenance of specified motorized equipment, and a recognized trade’s certification as an Automotive Mechanic and/ or Heavy Duty mechanic. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and a thorough knowledge of computer Microsoft Office applications as well as programs used in relation to the automotive/mechanical industry.

If you are interested in joining a great municipality with a work environment that is the envy of many, send your resume in word or pdf. Format by 4:00 pm, Thursday, September 6, 2012 to: Mel Bohmer, Director of Operations 477 Pine Avenue, Box 520 Sparwood, B.C. V0B 2G0 e-mail: mbohmer@sparwood.ca The District of Sparwood thanks all applicants for their interest but only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.

NOTICE OF ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS “PARK CLOSURE BYLAW 1097, 2012”

Notice is hereby given that the District of Sparwood intends to adopt Park Closure Bylaw 1097, 2012. This bylaw would authorize the closure of park on a portion of Remainder A District Lot 9488 Kootenay District Plan EPP4884, shown on Reference Plan EPP21453. The area of park closure is shown outlined in bold on the map below.

Council may adopt the bylaw unless at least 10% of electors of the District of Sparwood sign elector response forms and submit them to the District by the deadline of 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2012. If 10% of the electors sign and submit elector response forms by the deadline, Council may not proceed with the bylaw unless the bylaw receives assent of the electors in a voting proceeding.

The District estimates that 280 is the total number of eligible electors who would need to submit signed elector response forms in order to prevent the District from adopting Park Closure Bylaw 1097, 2012 without assent of the electors.

For the elector response form to count, it must be submitted in person, or by mail and received by the District no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2012. Original signatures are required. The elector response forms may not be returned by email or by fax.

Forms are available online at www.sparwood.ca, in person at the District Office, or by phone (250.425.6271).

Submit forms via: 1. Mail: District of Sparwood, PO Box 520, Sparwood BC VOB 2G0 (Postmarks WILL NOT be accepted as date of submission), or 2. In person: At 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Please note that original signatures are required and elector response forms may not be returned by email or by fax.

A copy of the proposed bylaw is available for viewing on the District website at www.sparwood.ca, or at the District Office at 136 Spruce Avenue.

For further information contact: Danny Dwyer Director of Planning and Engineering District of Sparwood 250.425.6271 ddwyer@sparwood.ca

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A Bibbity Bobbity Boo-tiful day!

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apiti wasn't the only festival in Fernie this weekend!

The kids got their very own party Sunday at the Bibbity Bobbity Boo at Rotary Park in Fernie, featuring face painting, live music and hula hooping!

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usic fans had the time of their lives at Wapiti music festival at the weekend.

The two-day event in Fernie was blessed with perfect weather along with a beautiful setting in Annex Park, making for a great vibe amongst the festival-goers.

The festival saw 1,500 attendees throughout the weekend and 120 volunteers to pull it all off without a hitch.

The festival boasted an eclectic variety of music genres and catered to all ages.

Twelve bands rocked the stage from latin funk to bluesy-rock to indie pop.

On Friday night Vancouver’s The Boom Booms had the crowd dancing well into the night as indie rockers The British Columbians closed down the show wowing the crowd. Juno nominated Cuff the Duke was a favourite on Saturday.

In true Fernie style, an enormous dance party erupted as Five Alarm Funk rocked the stage Saturday night to wrap up a wonderful weekend.

Next year’s Wapiti Music Festival is slated for August 9 and 10, 2013.

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Wapiti rocks Fernie for a second time Photos by Angela Treharne, Andrea Horton, Bonny McLardy, Kaitlyn Haarstad and Tina Hayes

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usic fans had the time of their lives at Wapiti music festival at the weekend.

The two-day event in Fernie was blessed with perfect weather along with a beautiful setting in Annex Park, making for a great vibe amongst the festival-goers.

The festival saw 1,500 attendees throughout the weekend and 120 volunteers to pull it all off without a hitch.

The festival boasted an eclectic variety of music genres and catered to all ages.

Twelve bands rocked the stage from latin funk to bluesy-rock to indie pop.

On Friday night Vancouver’s The Boom Booms had the crowd dancing well into the night as indie rockers The British Columbians closed down the show wowing the crowd. Juno nominated Cuff the Duke was a favourite on Saturday.

In true Fernie style, an enormous dance party erupted as Five Alarm Funk rocked the stage Saturday night to wrap up a wonderful weekend.

Next year’s Wapiti Music Festival is slated for August 9 and 10, 2013.

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Koocanusa surfers rip up the wake

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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he first annual Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge was held at the weekend and saw 35 of the world’s best wakesurfers showing their skills.

The event was the first event of its kind in Canada, the national qualifier for the World Series of Wake Surfing 2012 and it was held at Gold Bay on Lake Koocanusa from August 10 to 12.

With perfect weather throughout

the weekend, surfers competed in seven different divisions on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and then the finals for the pro division took place on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Over 20 boats made the journey to Gold Bay to watch the event alongside the course on Saturday afternoon. In addition to the competition itself, competitors and their friends and families enjoyed a Friday night welcome barbecue dinner followed by

live entertainment by Fernie’s Buffalo Jones. Kirk Fairchild (DJ Friendly Fire) provided beachside music for Saturday afternoon’s competition and played a great set again following dinner on Saturday night.

Sunday morning saw Boardstiff provide a free breakfast for all the competitors, prior to the finals.

The Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge hosted a range of competitors from both the local region and throughout North America, including pro riders D Dominic Lagace, James Walker, JJimmi Sparling, Keenan Flegel, JJacqualine Fort, Brian Baker, S Sean Cummings and Caroline V Villeneuve. Many stayed in the aarea an extra day to do some m more surfing and exploring and ssaid they would be returning n next year for the second annual eevent.

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the world: the Centurion World Wake Surfing Championship in Parker, Arizona, September 27 to 29, 2012. Local Fernie surfer, Emily Agate, who won first in the Amateur Women category has already said she will be attending the worlds and is excited about

the chance to compete there.

While Wake9.com was unable to provide live coverage of the event as planned (due to the remoteness of Gold Bay and lack of cable internet access there,) they will be producing a video of the event.

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Camps help soccer kids in their quest

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outh soccer players across the Kootenay will have an opportunity to take their game to the next level fostered through a partnership between the Vancouver Whitecaps and Nelson’s Soccer Quest.

At the end of the month the Whitecaps FC Academy will kick off with two evaluation camps to be held in Cranbrook on August 21 and 22 and Nelson on August 28 and 29.

“We have recognized that over the past few years that it is very difficult for certain regions to get exposure,” said Dan Lenarduzzi, director of youth development for the Whitecaps. “The academy programs are meant to give players that are already with clubs supplemental training, but also for us to identify players in hopes of moving them up to our more professionalized programs.”

The academy will include four age groups for both girls and boys: U11/12, U13/14, U15/16 and U17/18. Its reach extends to both the East and West Kootenay, plus the Boundary.

The program runs for seven months starting in September and ending in April (there is a two month winter break in December and January). The training includes eight weekends at Nelson’s Soccer Quest indoor facility. Four travel events per age group will also be part of the academy.

“It’s a major move for Soccer Quest and for the Kootenays,” said Soccer Quest’s Dave Spendlove.

Soccer Quest set up its indoor facility in Nelson five years ago.

Two years ago Spendlove started both a boys and girls regional program for 16 to 18 year old players. Those teams travelled to high performance tournaments throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. The program resulted in 11 postsecondary scholarship offers.

The partnership with the Whitecaps is an extension of the work started by Spendlove. This will be the second academy set up outside the Lower Mainland, the first being in Vernon.

“The Whitecaps are wanting to extend their brand and their development across Canada,”

Golf results

By Chris Stockey Ladies League

Event: Low Gross Event Winners: 0-18 hdcp: Kay Chesley 19-24 hdcp: Pam Melville 25-33 hdcp: Bonnie Krog 34+: Marilyn Burschetta Skins: Bonnie Krog (2), Ursula Schroeder (1), Kay Chesley (1), Pam Melville (1).

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Kids from Cranbrook and Fernie took part in a friendly game on Monday night.

said Lenarduzzi. “To do that we are looking at setting up academy centres in different locations.”

The Whitecaps feel the academy route is an opportunity to try and even the pitch for young players living in rural BC. “There are great places to live all over BC and all over Canada,” said Lenarduzzi. “Unfortunately, sometimes where people live is a bit of a problem because they are not close enough to some of the larger opportunities. That is the case with our club for sure because obviously a lot of our activities are out of Vancouver.

It’s a real good opportunity for us to reach more kids in areas that don’t normally get exposure.”

The academy will include monthly coaching visits from Whitecaps staff, led by Whitecaps Okanagan regional head coach David Broadhurst.

It will also include Soccer Quest coaches working with approved Whitecaps academy curriculum.

Some of that curriculum includes technical development, strength training, nutrition and sport

psychology.

Starting the academy at a younger age is also an opportunity to immerse players into a soccer culture sooner.

“In other countries they start even younger with high performance programs,” said Lenarduzzi. “We feel that if we are going to make a difference in the game we need to start getting kids into these environments sooner. Of course at those ages you have to make it fun and something they want to be going to, but if you can identify kids of like-mindedness together earlier then I think you have a better chance of developing that player to a higher level. It’s about growing the base and starting that pyramid a little bit earlier.”

Both Lenarduzzi and Spendlove stress that the academy is a regional program. The hope is to gather together the best players from Invermere to Grand Forks.

Both men realize this will take a commitment on behalf of families.

“You have to pick a centre

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for everybody to get to,” said Lenarduzzi. “We can’t get to all those locations, so we have to pick a place and put the programming there. There is not many ways around it when you have the geography we have in BC.” Each age level will take 16 players for both male and female.

And though the academy is looking for the best, they want to see as many hopefuls at the camps later this month.

“Rather than saying elite, we are looking for the really motivated players,” said Lenarduzzi. “We want players who want to get to the next level. If you really want to get better and you have the physical ability, then we want to have those kids in the program. I think we can make those players better.”

Registration for the evaluation camps can only be done online at whitecapsfc.com/kootenay.

For more information call Soccer Quest at 250-352-4625 (coach@soccerquest.ca) or the Whitecaps at 778-330-1354 (mbuchi@whitecapsfc.com).

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• In Fernie at 12:52 a.m. there was an assault reported.

• In Elkford at 4:41 a.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Fernie at 4:49 a.m. there was a breach of court ordered conditions.

• In Fernie at 4:57 a.m. a subject was arrested on a warrant from northern B.C. • In Fernie at 6:54 a.m. a large herd of cattle was reported to be on the road.

• In Elkford at 8:06 a.m. subpoenas were received to serve on witnesses in the area.

• In Sparwood at 10:09 a.m. a vehicle hit a moose. No injuries were reported.

• In Hosmer at 11:15 a.m. a complainant reported an aggressive dog was charging at people.

In Sparwood at 12:35 a.m. a vehicle hit a deer. Minor injuries were reported.

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• In Sparwood at 2:24 p.m. threats were reported.

• In Elkford at 3:25 p.m. there was a theft of tires from a vehicle parked at a business. This had occurred sometime over the past two

weeks. The tires are described as Super Swamper Bogger tires.

• In Elko at 4:08 p.m. two semi units were seen passing on double solid lines.

• In Elkford at 6:23 p.m. there was a report of two unwanted people at a liquor establishment.

Police were requested to remove them.

• In Elkford at 8:51 p.m. a complainant reported noisy dirt bikes driving around on the streets.

• In Sparwood at 10:38 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Fernie at 12:48 a.m. a suspicious vehicle was seen behind a business.

• In Elkford at 5:35 a.m. there was a disturbance at a local residence.

• In Elkford at 11:27 a.m. harassment was reported.

• In Fernie at 2:25 p.m. there was a report of a fire on a forklift.

• In Fernie at 2:43 p.m. a black Toyota with Alberta plates was reported passing on double solid lines.

• In Sparwood at 3:04 p.m. harassment was reported.

• In Elko at 3:30 p.m. there was a disturbance at a residence.

• In Fernie at 5:23 p.m. harassment was reported.

• In Hosmer at 6:06 p.m. there was a report of three men blowing up tubes to go on the river. The

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complainant was worried as the river was too high and too fast to be going on it. Nothing illegal was being committed so no further police involvement was needed.

• In Sparwood at 11:43 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

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• In Sparwood at 12:04 a.m. there was a break and enter to a business. Liquor was stolen.

This incident is still under investigation.

• In Fernie at 8:21 a.m. graffiti was painted on a business.

• In Elkford at 12:28 p.m. a wallet was reported lost.

• In Elko at 3:11 a.m. police received a request from the ambulance to assist with a patient.

• In Grasmere at 8:36 p.m. there was a family disturbance.

Friday, July 20 • In Fernie at 12:13 a.m. threats were reported.

• In Fernie at 1:37 a.m. a complainant reported hearing yelling coming from behind Canadian Tire.

No suspicious activity was found.

• In Fernie at 2:41 a.m. police assisted

the ambulance with a patient.

• In Sparwood at 8:35 a.m. a lost licence plate decal was reported.

• In Fernie at 11:10 a.m. police were requested to keep the peace while belongings were retrieved.

• In Fernie at 11:20 a.m. a wellbeing check was made and there were no problems.

• In Elkford at 11:26 a.m. there was a request from a court bailiff for police to keep the peace during an eviction.

• In Sparwood at 12:37 p.m. a Honda Odyssey with Alberta plates was being driven erratically.

• In Fernie at 3:17 p.m. a bike was found.

• In Fernie at 5:55 p.m. there was a report of a suspicious man walking on the highway.

• In Sparwood at 6:18 a.m. an abandoned vehicle was reported.

• In Fernie at 6:48 p.m. a tree came down and smashed the top of a parked RV had, causing the RV to block in other trailers.

• In Fernie at 7:05 p.m. there was a two-vehicle accident.

No injuries were reported.

• In Hosmer at 7:13 p.m. numerous trees fell down on power lines, leaving them hanging down a few feet off the ground.

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The men’s US Open final will be shown on a big screen. The proceeds will go to the Fernie Tennis Club for a practice wall. This will benefit anyone who uses the public courts in James White Park.

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• In Sparwood at 8:45 p.m. a Mazda 3 with Alberta plates was seen speeding and being driven erratically.

• In Fernie at 9:25 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Fernie at 10:28 p.m. a high voltage line was down on Dicken Road.

• In Galloway at 10:58 p.m. a vehicle

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hit an elk. One person sustained minor injuries.

• In Elkford at 11:20 p.m. a tree fell and blocked the road.

Saturday, July 21 • In Sparwood at 2:45 a.m. there was a suspicious vehicle reported.

• In Fernie at 6:18 a.m. an officer on foot patrol discovered an unsecured door at a

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• In Sparwood at 6:57 a.m. an abandoned vehicle was reported.

• In Elko at 8:20 a.m. a white Pontiac with B.C. plates was swerving all over the road.

• In Sparwood at 8:23 a.m. an electric wheelchair was seen sitting on the bridge with no one around.

Upon investigation

the owner of the wheelchair was seen down a bank by the river fishing.

• In Sparwood at 9:31 a.m. a gold Ford Focus with Alberta plates was speeding up, slowing down and crossing the centre line.

• In Fernie at 11:08 a.m. a wallet was found.

• In Fernie at 12:19 p.m. there was a two vehicle accident.

No injuries were reported.

• In Fernie at 12:49 p.m. a black BMX with red letters was reported stolen from the Ridgemont area sometime overnight.

• In Elkford at 12:57 p.m. a complainant requested advice on a child custody issue.

• In Fernie at 1:06 p.m. a suspicious vehicle was reported.

• In Sparwood at 3:51 p.m. a bike was reported stolen.

• In Elkford at 4:09 p.m. there was a

In Sparwood at 1:08 p.m. a hit and run motor vehicle accident was reported on Industrial Road Number One. Blue paint was left on the driver side door and window. If any witnesses have information on this event they are asked to contact local police.

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• In Elkford at 6:58 p.m. there was a disturbance at a residence.

• In Sparwood at 7:39 a.m. there was a loud party on Industrial Road Number One. • In Sparwood at 9:13 p.m. a wellbeing check was made. Police attended and upon speaking with neighbours they found out the subjects in question had gone out of town for the weekend.

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BREMAULT: With loved ones at his bedside, Dennis Bremault passed away at the Rocky Mountain Village on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at the age of 86 years. He was born in Rainy River District, ON on December 14, 1925 to parents Alex and Louise Bremault.

A hard working man, Dennis worked as a Heavy Duty Mechanic and in his later years accepted a Staff position with the coal mine until his retirement in 1984.

An avid outdoorsman, Dennis spent his summers on Kootenay Lake where he enjoyed camping, fishing and golfing.

A wonderful father and grandfather, Dennis will be forever loved and always remembered.

Dennis is survived by 4 sons: Roger (Lorraine), Normand (Monique), Guy (Christine) and Ronald, all of Fernie; 2 daughters: Alice (Aime) Archer of Regina, SK and Louise (John) Poirier of Fernie; 14 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and his brother Leo in Rainy River, ON. He was preceded in death by his wife Orize in 2008.

Memorial Services were held at the Holy Family Catholic Church on Monday, August 13th with Father Bart van Roijen, Celebrant. Inurnment followed at St. Margaret’s Cemetery.

Should friends so desire, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC, 20601 West Cordova St. Vancouver, BC V6B 1G1.

Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

HUBBELL: The passing of Leah Cheryl Hubbell is announced with heartfelt sadness.

Cheryl was born December 3, 1952 to Pat and Helen Ranger of Ontario.

She moved to Fernie in 1985 and became an active member of Holy Family Parish.

She was a bright, talented woman and on leaving Fernie in the nineties attended University of Calgary graduating with a Bachelors of Social Work. She worked with distinction in rough areas of northern Alberta, Whalley’s Corner in Surrey and Prince George specializing in Child Protection.

In 2002 she married Allen Hubbell and in 2006 they adopted Rachel.

Two years ago Cheryl was diagnosed with cancer succumbing to the illness on August 5, 2012 with son Rob and daughter Natasha by her side.

Cheryl was continuously surrounded by family, friends and co-workers as she fought right up to the last minute.

Cheryl is survived by husband Allen and daughter Rachel of Prince George, Natasha and husband Jim Bezant and their children Rebecca and Aiden of Calgary, Rob Didur and wife Kara of Vanderhoof, sisters Glenyis, D’arcie, brothers Glenn and John of Ontario.

Cremation will take place with a Celebration of Life following.

Donations can be made to the Rotary Hospice House in Prince George.

Wallace (Wally) Rutz passed away peacefully at his home in Pembroke, Ontario on August 10th, 2012 at the age of 65.

Wally and his wife Grace lived in Sparwood for many years.

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WHITE: Keith William White, age 56, passed away peacefully at home in Sparwood, BC amongst family and friends on August 1, 2012. Keith is survived by his loving wife Sue, parents Harvey & Erlene, brother Douglas and his wife Teresa, daughters Danielle and Sheena, 4 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Keith was born in Calgary, AB on April 20, 1956. In 1974 he graduated from KSS High School in Kelowna, and in 1978, moved to Sparwood and began working for Kaiser Resources. He married in Sparwood and had two beautiful daughters, Danielle and Sheena. Keith later re-married to Susan, enjoying 20 years of life fulfillment together.

Through Keith’s extensive work career he mastered many skills and made achievements in fields that most of us could only imagine doing. To list just a few; Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic, Paramedic, Fireman, Hobby Craft Carpenter and also Business Entrepreneur.

Keith, although self-taught, became an expert Electronics and Device and Component Specialist. He lent his expertise to many friends and family throughout his life. There are many of us today whose lives are simpler and less frustrating due to Keith’s “want” to help and assist others.

Keith enjoyed watching and participating in most all sports. He was an avid golfer, dart enthusiast and master of most board and card games. Keith was also an avid baseball player and a huge Blue Jay’s fan throughout his life. As a Calgary Stampeder, Montreal Canadiens fan he witnessed revered championship titles over the years by both his favorite teams.

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The Free Press newspaper has an immediate opening for a full time reporter.

We are looking for someone with a journalism degree/ diploma and at least one year of newspaper experience.

The quali¿ed applicant must have experience with Indesign and Photoshop and will be expected to work independently, reporting to the Editor.

We are seeking that true journalist who loves to cover everything from the seniors’ bake sale and city council to junior B hockey and school plays.

The reporter is expected to work Àexible hours, including weekends, and must own a car and be prepared to travel across the Elk Valley.

The successful candidate will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, and an excellent bene¿t package.

Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

If you have an interest in the community, excellent writing skills and experience in journalism, and the ability to work to strict deadlines, please send a cover letter, resume, and examples of your writing and photography work to: Angela Treharne Editor The Free Press 342 Second Avenue Box 2350 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Fax: (250) 423-3110 Email: editor@thefreepress.ca Only those selected for interview will receive a response.

Education/Trade Schools INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

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WANT TO DELIVER NEWSPAPERS?

Help Wanted An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

A&W Fernie is hiring a

FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR Free Press Classified starting at

$7.00 add $1.00/line

Run your ad for a minimum of 4 weeks and get

20% off

To apply email resume to: Chandris@kcorp.ca or fax: (403) 381-3777 The Food Service Supervisor is responsible for supporting the Manager in achieving A&W Restaurant Objectives in customer service, marketing, operating standards and Ànancial results through developing an outstanding restaurant staff team and employing team process skills to generate performance that exceeds customer expectations. He/she is responsible for the restaurant during his/her shift.

Working Conditions Shift work usually is required including weekends and holidays. Food service supervisors spend long periods of time on their feet in warm and sometimes noisy kitchens. Lifting up to 10 kilograms may be required.

Wage & Compensation • Range from $12.75 - $15.00/hour • Extended Medical Coverage after 3 months • Free meal while working Educational & Skill Background • Completion of a community college in food service administration, hotel & restaurant management or related discipline • CertiÀcate in Food Safety & Sanitation is an asset but not required OR Experience & Availability • Several years of experience in food preparation or services.

• MUST BE FLEXIBLE. Must be able to work any shifts.

WE HAVE LOTS OF ROUTES AVAILABLE Fernie

Sparwood

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BANNISTER AUTO GROUP If you are energetic, creative, motivated and have the desire to join a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Customer First Familyâ&#x20AC;?, then we would invite you to come grow with us. We are one of Western Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fasted growing automotive companies. We have openings in several of our locations for SALES MANAGERS, SALES PEOPLE AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS. Interested in joining our team?

Contact Dick Rosman at 1-888-410-5761 or Email your resume to: humanresources@bannisters.com

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road.

Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta.

Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing INC. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders.

We offer best wage in industry. 3rd yr apprentice $28$30/hr, journey person $32$35/hr, higher with tank experience. ProďŹ t sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company.

Good working environment.

Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (ofďŹ ce)780-8462231; (fax)780-846-2241 or send resume to blaine@autotanks.ca; production@autotanks.ca.

Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.

CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS needed for growing northern company. Competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. Safety tickets necessary. Fax resume to 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustr ial.com.

Online: www.torqueindustrial.com.

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PARTS & Services Representatives at Jacobson Ford Salmon Arm BC- We are looking for exciting, customer friendly, dynamic individuals capable of working in a fast paced work environment. Parts and service experience an asset but not necessary, email resume to iwantacareer@jacobsonford.com

T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive beneďŹ t package and applicant must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. For details visit www.t-mar.com Contact Tyson Lambert by Fax: 250-286-9502 or by Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com

Trades, Technical CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS wanted for growing northern company. Competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. Safety tickets needed. Fax 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustr ial.com.

Apply online: www.torqueindustrial.com.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted is looking for a

Snowcat Operations Manager to join our team in Terrace BC. This is a Seasonal 6 to 9 month position starting Oct. 15th We offer competitive wages, more holiday time and great skiing beneďŹ ts.

Preference given to applicants with extensive road building experience, mechanical abilities and BR maintenance experience Please forward your cover letter and resume to info@neheliski.com

A&W Fernie is seeking

FULL TIME & PART TIME Food Counter Attendant & Kitchen Helper For shift work including days, evenings, nights, weekends and split shifts. Availability must be ďŹ&#x201A;exible. t Wages vary depending upon experience, performance & availability. $ 10.25 - $ 12/hour plus beneďŹ ts for long term employees. t Training will be provided both on site and online.

Applicants must be able to work shift work, dedicated, team player and honest applicants will be prime candidates.

Apply in person with resume & reference at A&W Fernie or email your resume at resume@kcorp.ca

INSERTING MACHINE operator required for busy Alberta printing plant. Previous Alphaliner or other machine experience an asset. Mechanical & computer aptitude required; ejamison@greatwest.ca.

Business/OfďŹ ce Service

CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters.

Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete ďŹ nishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta.

Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; john@raidersconcrete.com.

Cell 780-660-8130.

Fax 780-444-7103.

SHINGLE SAWYER needed in Gold River. Pendragon Forest Products Ltd. Apply to: Box 1100 Gold River B.C., V0P 1G0. Call 250-283-2111 or 604-369-3045. Or Email: pendragonfp@xplornet.com

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Fernie Exchange New & Used & Pawnbrokers 1501-9th Ave. 250-423-6625 Rnd pine table with leaf solid wood $99 - K5 long board $99 - Various fridges $249 to $599 - All warranty washers, dryers $99 to $299 - 3 older trunks various sizes $95-$150 - Sherlock Manning apt piano 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $795 - Good selection DVDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $4 ea. CDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $2 ea - Nice solid pine armour 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; high, 38â&#x20AC;? wide - Good selection of Gibson acoustics 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s various prices - Stack chairs $8 ea - Nite stands $45 ea - End tables $25-$45 ea - Bar Fridge white $85 - New exercise bike, still in box $225 - Good selection of new and used acoustic guitars $49 to $350 - Electric guitars $159 to $900 new and used - Lots of guitar accessories, strings, tuners, picks, mandolin strings, banjo strings, ďŹ ddles, ďŹ ddle strings, amps, microphones, cables, used trumpets, trombones, ďŹ ddles 4/4, 3/4, 1/2 new, concertina, guitar cases, soft shell, hard shell - Gorgeous 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dressing table, mirror and bench + matching 3 dr dresser + mirror now $700 for the set - used golf clubs + bags $50 to $125 - Bicycles used $99-$179 - Good selection of gold jewelry and collectors military bayonets, knives and swords - Some civil war memorabilia - â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;99 Buick Lesabre 161 km $3500 - â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;96 Explorer, needs trans, motor runs good, $800, tires and rims excellent.

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Maintenance (Handyman) position for Fernie Family Housing Society Salary $16.00 an hour-6 hours a day -5 days a week.

Deadline for submissions August 20th 2012

Job description: To maintain all properties associated with FFHS reporting to General Manager.

Pleae email -fax-or drop resume off in person to: Julie Langille Tom Uphill Manor-Tuesday and Thurday New Horizon Village- Monday,Wednesday, Friday. ffhs@telus.net Fax 250-423-4407 cell 250-278-3347

Job Requirements: t Tenant Maintenance requests t Property and Unit Annual Inspections t Maintain a regular Maintenace Schedule,Daily/ Weekly/Monthly/Annually t Respond to emergency maintenace calls -This task will require some on call duties. t General maintenace experience, other related duties as required. t A team player

BUTCHER SHOP BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.50/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger $4.00/lb TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

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M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

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FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Alfalfa, alfalfa mix or straight grass (small square bales) in Lister. Call Jay or Trish at 250428-9755 Hay for sale, $50/rounds, $3.50/smalls squares.

Call Dennis, (250)529-7404 Hay for sale, Wycliffe, $125/ton, $32/bale, 500lb 65% alfa alfa bales, in ďŹ eld.

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Financial Services

Pets

Havanese pups, non shed, hypo allergenic, excellent companions, CKC registered, ready now (250)424-5229

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Custom Built Sheds #24 Lower Lodge Pole Sheds, building materials, tools & lots more. Fri., Sat. & Sun. Aug. 17, 18 & 19. 9am5pm. Moving, must sell.

Heavy Duty Machinery

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Misc. for Sale

1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet Convertible, red, gas 4-cyl, fuel injected 5-spd, asking $3500. Variometers, Ball 500H & ďŹ&#x201A;ight designs, $250/each.

Sterioscope by Sokkisha, Model MS27, $350. Call (250)423-0328

BUILDING materials for sale Aug 11 from 9AM until Noon at 125 Industrial Road # 2. Includes doors, windows, garage doors, plumbing ďŹ xtures, tile, lumber, etc.

Four 185/65R15 winter tires & rims for Honda Fit, $400. Tom Tom GPS, $50. 52â&#x20AC;?x24â&#x20AC;? oak coffee table, $50.

Call (250)426-7124

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Silver Coins etc.

Available now: 250-863-3082

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Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Mobile Homes & Pads

Cars - Domestic

Boats

Live in scenic &

Scenic Downtown Elkford

SPARWOOD MOBILE for rent airtight stove 250-423-1520

NEWER HOMES ◆ Bellevue: 6 bdrms, double attached garage, separate 30’X40’ shop, 2.33 acres in town, paved to front door, all municipal utilities, $489,900. ◆ Hillcrest: log home, 2 bdrms plus full basement partially developed, double car garage, $349,000. ◆ Coleman: 3 bdrms, double attached garage, $329,000. ◆ Blairmore: 2 bdrms plus full walk-out basement ready for development, double attached garage, $297,000.

Call John for these and many other good buying opportunities.

John Pundyk: 403-562-8830 jpundyk@shaw.ca Royal LePage South Country Real Estate Services Ltd. Why rent or pay pad lease when you can own your home and land and build equity? ◆ Coleman ◆ Blairmore ◆ Coleman ◆ Blairmore ◆ Coleman ◆ Coleman ◆ Blairmore ◆ Frank ◆ Coleman ◆ Blairmore ◆ Coleman ◆ Blairmore

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Call John for these and many other good buying opportunities.

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peaceful Elkford

ALDERWOOD PLACE Comfortable apartment units 1 Bdrm - $775-month 2 & 3 Bdrm - $850 (& up)-month

Includes: covered parking, sauna, heat, lights & hot water

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GOLDEN OAK GARDENS 1 bedroom - $710/month 2 bedroom - $800/month Hot Water Included

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RV Sites Beautiful Treed & Spacious RV sites in prime recreation area. No hook-up fees. No buy in. Just annual lease that includes all utilities & firewood.

50 minute drive from Cranbrook. call (250)424-5403 or visit www.kristinacreek.ca

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Sparwood, B.C.

PINEWAY COURT Apartment Units

250-865-2722 FERNIE - CONDO For Rent Available Sept. 1st. Spotless fully furnished 2 b/room $1300. month includes utilities.

N/p n/s. Tel# 403-527-4664 ljbrown7@telusplanet.net Fernie Townhouse for Sept.

1. 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, all appliances, garage. Utilities not included.

N/P, N/S Ref/credit check required. Prefer 1 yr. lease. Call 250-423-7062 or 250-423-0716.

ALPINE COURT Spacious NEW apartments 1 Bdrm - $775-month

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2004 Porsche Carrera Cabriolet, like new, only 42,900km, garage kept! 6-spd, p/top, all maintenance done by MCL Porsche in Vancouver, only $52,500. Ric, (250)426-9599 DL#30866

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FURNISHED & UNFURNISHED rentals available immediately in Sparwood or Elkford. Contact Tammie Davy at 250-425-2968 or Lindsay at 250-425-1180. On-line application available at: elkvalley listings.ca.

Live in scenic & peaceful Elkford - Alderwood Place Comfortable apartment units 1 bdrm - $775/mth, 2 & 3 bdrm $850 (& up) - month. Includes: covered parking, sauna, heat, lights & hot water 1-250-8657676 One bdrm apartment in Mountain Air, Sparwood. Fully furnished, utilities inc. $750/month. 250-425-4765 Scenic Downtown Elkford Alpine Court Spacious New apartments 1 Bdrm $775/mth.

2 & 3 bdrm - $850 (& up)month. Includes heat, lights & hot water 250-865-2722 Sparwood, BC Pineway Court Apartment units, close to downtown, affordable, hot water included, your new home.

1 bdrm $710/mth, 2 bdrm $800/mth 1-250-425-9912 Sparwood, B. C. Quiet + Comfortable + Affordable Golden Oak Gardens 1bdrm - $710/mth, 2 bdrm $800/mth, hot water included.

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1- 250 - 865-2722 Two bedroom apartment, oak kitchen, fridge & stove, stall for W/D, $800/month heat & hydro incl. Call 250-423-3216.

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TWO 2008 CRF230L. 900 miles and 2900 miles. Street legal. Like new, $4300 each.

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Recreational/Sale Motorhome 1991 Bounder, 31’, good condition, low miles, must sell, $12,900.

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In golf, physical and mental fitness are essential!

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You even made a little wager to make things more interesting. Everything is going wonderfully until one of you misses a few shots and really starts to lose it.

They say that playing golf is a great way to build character and that you don't really know someone until you have played 18 holes with them. That's because golf can be particularly frustrating at times. Even the best players can miss shots now and again.

But you need to remember that the more you lose your cool, the worse you are going to play. In the end, golf is all about control.

partners feel uncomfortable and will ruin everyone's day.

Once a swing is made-whether good or badthere's nothing you can do about it. Getting angry won't cause the ball to suddenly come flying out of the sand trap. If you feel yourself becoming frustrated, nip it in the bud. Take a deep breath and make a few practice swings. Then get into position. The calmer you are, the better your chances are for a good swing.

Sure, keeping score is a big part of the game, but it's not the only thing. After all, didn't you take up golfing to enjoy yourself?

ou say you're in shape and you believe that a small round of golf isn't going to scare you. Okay, let's go! For the first hour, let's hit some balls on the driving range, then after, we'll go work on our putting on the practice green. It's a beautiful 30˚C, so we're going to play our 18 holes on foot.

Here's a considerable program, even for the strongest.

Especially if you're not really in shape. On the other hand, if you are in shape and you participate in regular exercise sessions, you'll increase your physical and mental

When you get mad, your muscles tighten and you can no longer make your swings smoothly. This can cause one bad swing to turn into another, and another. And don't think you're successfully masking your frustration. When people become stressed they tend to stop talking and their attitude can turn negative. This will only make their

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Be in shape and... at peace: that means, empty your mind of all your worries so you can concentrate better on golf.

Be in shape and...at peace: that means, empty your mind of all your worries so you can concentrate better on golf. Positive thinking is an important asset. You must also learn to breathe, walk with a regular pace, and develop an attitude of confidence.

Whatever your age, better physical fitness and a good

state of mind will allow you to play and perform better.

You must also learn to control your emotions because when the pressure's on, you risk having erratic performances.

If you aren't in top form, you'll realize at the end of the day that, even if you're not really tired, you may not have played so well on the final holes. When you're in shape it's not a problem.

The professionals have trainers and private psychologists to help them perform well but, unlike you, they earn their living with the sport.

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elcome to our special edition of A Day in the Life of the Elk Valley. At 12:01am on July 29, eight photographers began their quest to record the events taking place throughout the Valley during a 24-hour period. In the following pages you will find familiar faces and locations. We hope you enjoy this collection of photos as much as we enjoyed taking them!

Our photographers Andrea Horton -

Kaitlyn Haarstad -

Dave Hamilton -

Born and raised in Elko. She is currently working as an ad designer at The Free Press.

Publisher of The Free Press and serves on the Elkford and Fernie Chamber of Commerce Boards.

Jenna Jensen - Born and raised in Sparwood now raising a family and writing about Sparwood and Elkford weekly in The Free Press.

Val Luznar-Purdy - Loves this great community she has called home since 1982.

The outdoor activities and the people keep her smiling.

Raised in Fernie, currently raising her own family here.

She enjoys Fernie for the lifestyle and the people.

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2:45 PM -

Hailee and Hayden Bax pause their playing and strike a pose.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

9:41 AM -

A little tyke on a bike gets ready for the Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bike Rally.

Photo by Jonathan Arenson

Adam MacDonald Born and raised in Hosmer (4th generation Hosmerite) currently attending the University of Lethbridge to become a teacher.

Angela Treharne - Originally from England, now the editor of The Free Press and in love with life in the Canadian Rockies.

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Braeden and Riley Helgren finding some creepy creatures in the dirt.

Photo by Jonathan Arenson

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Jessica Yuszko sailing the waters of Lake Koocanusa.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

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Cheryl Baytaluk, Brynn Beswick and Bree, Avery and Grant Chardonners have a picnic near the Sparwood Water Spray Park.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

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Night Life in the Elk Valley

12:01 AM Mark Padgett serving drinks at the Pub. Photo by Andrea Horton

12:11 AM Adrian Ballinger hosts a late night poker game with Mike Harrison, Shawn MacLeod, Mike Grant, Ross Jansen and Craig Horton.

Photo by Andrea Horton

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12:50 AM Brett Holland and Aleks Fairhurst hanginâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; out downtown.

Rick (Turnip) Giberson of Mechanahands repairs bikes for the TransRockies.

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1:13 AM

Paramedics Tanya Rookes and Mike Tonge working the night shift.

Photo by Andrea Horton

1:33 AM Chelsey Guzzi working the front desk at the Best Western.

Photo by Andrea Horton

Mike Palmer gassing up at 7-eleven.

2:17 AM

Photo by Andrea Horton

2:45 AM Rossell Jimenez serving up coffee at Tim Hortons.

Photo by Andrea Horton

3:42 AM Brian Goertzenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s late night bike ride.

Photo by Andrea Horton

3:10 AM

Miranda Neill and James Ellis getting home safely.

Photo by Andrea Horton

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5:22 AM The Sparwood Digital sign up and running like many others getting ready for their day shifts.

Photo by Dave Hamilton

5:32 AM Horses just outside of Elkford enjoying breakfast with a beautiful summer sunrise Photo by Dave Hamilton

6:10 AM Elkford very quiet as the sun comes up and the local shift workers get ready for a busy day at the mines.

Photo by Dave Hamilton

5:56 AM The mines working hard on a Sunday morning.

Photo by Dave Hamilton

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6:23 AM

Katie Joyce, Pro Shop Staff member at the Fernie Golf and Country Club.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

6:28 AM

Bill Carey and Dale Nicholson getting ready to tee-off at the Fernie Golf & Country Club.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

Getting an early start to the day

6:45 AM John and Joanne Baher enjoy breakfast and coffee at A&W. Photo by Jenna Jensen

6:42 AM

Bev Inglis on her daily walk with her friends Whisky and Sadie.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

6:48 AM James Wasiewicz prepares fresh coffee for the morning rush at the Sparwood Esso.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

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Bighorn Sheep enjoy Highway 3 just outside of Elko.

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Photo by Dave Hamilton

6:57 AM Newaltaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scott and Paul are on their way to a busy day at work.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

7:18 AM Jaimee Guzzi with an early morning smile at Fas Gas. Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

A welcoming Olympic figure at the Fernie Alpine Resort.

7:54 AM

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

7:36 AM Kari Zuffa greets guests at Lizard Creek Lodge.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

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Dawn Deydey adding some fun to her day with her son Kai at Rotary Park.

8:32 AM

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

8:04 AM Patrick, Anita, Jim, Jo Anne and Michele enjoy a great breakfast prepared by Patrick and Joanne Burke, owners of the Old Nurses Residence Bed & Breakfast.

Photo by Dave Hamilton

Brendan Morgan and Dan Savage wait to send the TransRockies riders off on their Day 2 adventure.

8:59 AM

Photo by Dave Hamilton

8:45 AM To market, to marketâ&#x20AC;ŚRotary Park.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

9:01 AM TransRockies riders await the bell.

Photo by Dave Hamilton

9:03 AM

And theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re off!

Photo by Dave Hamilton

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9:29AM

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George Torresani stocking the meat cooler at Fernie Overwaitea.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

Ready, set, go! The Kids Bike Rally is about to begin on Second Avenue in downtown Fernie.

Photo by Jonathan Arenson

10:03 AM

10:21 AM

Patrick Markle, contemporary landscape artist sells his work at Fernie Mountain Market â&#x20AC;&#x201C; www.patrickmarkle.com Photo by Bonny McLardy

10:33 AM Hosmer bunny stretching out in the shade.

Photo by Adam MacDonald

Hula hooping for fun and fitness.

Photo by Bonny McLardy

Our mines produce more than just minerals. They support families, help to build communities and foster economic growth.

Teckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five steelmaking coal mines in the Elk Valley offer guided tours. Please contact the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce at 1.877.922.2423 or the Elkford Visitor Centre at 1.877.355.9453 for more information.

To learn more about Teck, visit www.teck.com

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Jacqueline Baril, of Fernie, sells custom costumes, handmade jewelry, patching, hemming.

11:03 AM

Photo by Bonny McLardy

11:19 AM

Travis Carolla, Mike Boreen and Jessica Yuszko boating on Koocanusa Lake.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

11:23 AM Several vendors set up each Sunday for Fernie Mountain Market.

Photo by Bonny McLardy.

11:38 AM

Campers and their dog at Koocanusa Lake head out on the water for some canoeing.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

11:49 AM Tubing down the Elk River on a hot summer day.

Photo by Bonny McLardy

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TransRockies participants cool off after a hot day of riding.

12:33 PM

Photo by Bonny McLardy Maiden Lake: A great location to relax, bike, swim.

12:09 PM

Photo by Bonny McLardy

Having some fun in the sun 12:46 PM Families enjoy a picnic at Maiden Lake.

Photo by Bonny McLardy

12:59 PM Cornelius Hart, recent Fernie Secondary School graduate, playing the hoops.

1:11 PM

Carol McConachie (left), Jen Hicklingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandmother, cooks hot dogs for the participants who played in the softball tournament to raise money for the family of the young mother who recently lost her battle with cancer.

Photo by Bonny McLardy.

Photo by Bonny McLardy Mike Boreen takes a brave leap from the rocky cliffs on Koocanusa Lake.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

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Nikki Ritson enjoys the heat while she waters her flowers on a sunny Sunday.

1:52 PM

Photo by Jenna Jensen

1:38 PM Tourists enjoy the sunshine and check out the Titan.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

2:32 PM James Heavey prepares coffee at the BeanPod. Photo by Andrea Horton

2:06 PM Greg Staples and Regan Kennedy battle it out in a giant game of chess.

Photo by Andrea Horton

2:48 PM Simon Bernard and Bailey Proehl play tennis at the Downtown Social.

Photo by Andrea Horton

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3:19 PM Wendy Lyn and Dan Worth treat a customer to an ice cream at the Happy Cow. Photo by Andrea Horton

3:08 PM Chase Zurburg sprays dad, Jason, with Sprinklers.

Photo by Andrea Horton

3:21 PM Zane Yuszko shows off his skills, as he backflips off his boat.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

3:32 PM Allen and Angela Bardick enjoy a cool beverage at the Teahouse.

Photo by Andrea Horton

3:54 PM A couple from Hosmer paint their stairs on a hot summer Sunday.

Photo by Adam MacDonald

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Recently engaged couple, Alex Hallbauer and Brock Henze pose for a photo while enjoying their relaxing weekend on Lake Koocanusa.

3:49 PM

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

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Thank you Trico Homes for the use of your property.

For more information, rules, registration, and admission see our Facebook page, Fernie Lions Demolition Derby.

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Mowing your lawn in Hosmer means riding on a tractor.

Thunder panting in the heat.

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4:34 PM Dave Kurschenska unloading his gear at the Fernie Fire Department after a call out.

Photo by Jonathan Arenson

4:42 PM Travis Carolla tries his luck at catching some Kokanee Sunday afternoon.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

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TransRockies participants enjoying a few refreshments at the Fernie Alpine Resort after a hard day of biking.

Hosmer men repairing their boat so they can enjoy the water in the Elk Valley.

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A Day in the Life

The Free Press - August 16, 2012

5:24PM

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5:35PM

Logan Mitchel, Nicholas Mitchel and Sean LeBlanc enjoy bagels from Big Bang Bagels.

James Wapple prepares a wrap for a hungry customer at Smokey Mountain Pasta.

Photo by Andrea Horton

Photo by Andrea Horton

5:53PM

5:58PM

Devin Temple and Hannah Brown cool off in Maiden Lake.

Photo by Andrea Horton

Families enjoy a summer day at Maiden Lake.

Photo by Andrea Horton

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Come on in and enjoy our family friendly atmosphere and Mediterranean inspired cuisine.

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A Day in the Life

6:05PM

Chris Pitcher works away, putting the spare tire holder on his vehicle.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

Curtis Ellis riding at the skatepark.

Photo by Andrea Horton

6:17PM

6:52PM Sisters Bailey and Sydney get cooled off while giving their dog, Storm, a bath.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

6:37PM Jim and Ken get their drink on at the Lamplighter Pub and Grill in Elkford.

Photo by Jenna Jensen

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7:14PM Residents at the Tom Uphill Manor; Gayle MacKay, Don & Ruth Hopkins.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

7:03PM Enjoying a float down the Elk River entering Fernie from the east.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

7:54PM Callie and Holly Robinson are having a blast at the Isabella Dicken playground.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

7:31PM Mike Shannon, practicing with his kite, waiting for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;rightâ&#x20AC;? wind in the Isabella Dicken playing field.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

The 2012-2013 season is just around the corner.

Come on out and cheer for our home team.

For more information about camps, upcoming games and more, visit

www.fernieghostriders.com

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A Day in the Life

8:06PM

Jessica Yuszko and Mike Boreen show off their muscles while boating on Koocanusa Lake.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

Justine Yuszko fishing off the side of a boat on Koocanusa Lake.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

Our neighbours from Whitefish and Columbia Falls love to fish the Elk River.

8:12PM

8:21PM

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

8:32PM Two boys work on their tricks at the bike jumps.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

8:58PM

Marie and Howard Troutman welcome the shade at Rocky Mountain Village.

Photo by Val Luznar-Purdy

Brock Henze takes a spin in his boat.

Photo by Kaitlyn Haarstad

9:06PM

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When the sun goes down...

9:48PM

Hanna and Casa Giene took a break from the rest of the family who are on their way back to Vancouver Island after a visit to Edmonton.

Photo by Angela Treharne

10:42PM J.V. and his dog Paz took a late night stroll in Ridgemont.

Tyson Greenman fixes a wheel from a TransRockies bike outside the Fernie Community Centre.

Photo by Angela Treharne

Photo by Angela Treharne

11:37PM

11:59PM Garry Edmonson and Jay Clark working until midnight on transRockies bikes.

2012

Photo by Angela Treharne

When: Sunday, September 9, 2012 11:00 am Where: 3339 Hwy 3/95, Cranbrook Registration Time: 10:00 am

Join us for a "fur"tastic day!

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A Day in the Life

We’ve got good news.

(Celebrating 115 years of serving the Elk Valley.)

From the day we printed our very first paper — back in 1898, The Free Press has reported on the events, stories and legends of the Elk Valley. It’s tough to find an area more authentic. Fact is, we’re one of the oldest newspapers in the entire Kootenays.

There’s a reason for that.

From the spectacular to the every day, we’ve printed it all, every week: our politicians’ plans, the public’s questions, main street businesses on their way up and local careers on their way down. The hottest days and deepest snows. We’ve followed the crimes, punishments, performances and players, our hometown teams’ victories, overseas wars, Canadian news, and B.C. views. Community underdogs who’ve won, and loved ones who we’ve lost.

After more than a century we’re still doing our very best to do the same.

To be the Elk Valley’s newspaper.

Your newspaper.

Est. 1898