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The 2012 edition of the Monster Mash Halloween Dance was a big success. Close to 100 party goers attended, almost all of them in great costumes. Party goers grooved all night to the music of Amusing Yours Truly. “It was a very successful event,” said Suzanne Lehbauer, executive directori of the Castlegar Hospice Society. “There were fewer people than last year because of all the other events going on, but everyone
had a fantastic time. The band was great. The food, which was catered by the Lion’s Head Pub, was very well received. There were some really great costumes. It was tough picking the winners.” All the proceeds from the dance went to the Castlegar Hospice Society. “Thanks to Castlegar News and Mountain FM, who were our great sponsors,” she said. “And thanks to the band, Amusing Your Truly, who donated their time. And fianlly, thanks to all the great volunteers who gave up their time.”
Saints’ Nation grows as wins pile up CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter
The Selkirk Saints have put together an impressive 6-0 start to the B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League season. As the wins have piled up, so has the fan interest in Castlegar and the surrounding area. The Saints have seen their fan base rise and coffee shop talk increase. “It’s good to see,” said team captain Jordan Wood. “It’s a
lot more fun playing in fron tof 300 fans rather than 50 like last year.” Wood says the energy in the arena is a real boost for the team. “You can hear people cheering for you,” he said. “It always feels nice and makes you want to play better if you have fans backing you. We’re actually getting recognized in the community, which is nice.” For more Saints see page 18.
Jordan Wood, captain of the Saints, drives in on UVic goalie Nick Babich on Saturday night at the Complex. Craig Lindsay photo
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