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Police have made an arrest relating to the disappearance of Michael Scullion. The Chilliwack father was last seen in the early morning hours of April 10 outside of the Harrison Crossroads Inn in Agassiz. He was 30 years old at the time. After Scullion failed to show up for work or pick up his daughter later that day, he was reported missing by his family. Just days later, and following an extensive air and land search, RCMP had determined Scullion's disappearance was likely the result of foul play. The case was handed over to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, with the help of Agassiz RCMP. Friends had reported Scullion

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gone. The case was transferred to the IHIT Cold Case Team in March 2012, and last Friday, police arrested and charged a Rosedale man, Richard MacInnes, with the second-degree murder of Scullion. MacInnes, 45, has also been charged with indignity to human remains. He made his first court appearance this week in a Chilliwack court room. Scullion's body has never been recovered, but IHIT said the details of the case led them to no other conclusion than a homicide. "In this circumstance, our cold case investigators were able to obtain sufficient evidence to support that Michael Scullion was no longer alive and there was no other reasonable explanation for

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Well, lookie here. One minute you have a perfectly good Blue Box recycling program. The next, something new and rather questionable is being put in its place. And they thought they’d get away with it right under your nose, without telling you or asking your opinion. That’s deﬁnitely not democracy in action. The BC Government, elected by us to represent our best interests, has decided to ofﬂoad the costs of recycling to big multi-national corporations. To implement this new plan, they’ve set up an association that doesn’t really seem to hold the environment, local jobs, or the municipalities that run the Blue Box program, close to its heart.

Perhaps that’s why some of our local elected ofﬁcials are using the word “scam” to describe how the new program is being set up. It’s also perhaps why several of BC’s municipalities refuse to jump on board. That’s gotta tell you something. Now it’s your turn to let Premier Christy Clark know what you think. Contact her today to say that dismantling an already-working recycling program to replace it with something that few people think will be as good, is a bad idea.

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Measles outbreak alarms minister

Health Minister Terry Lake said his ministry is watching closely as Fraser Health deals with a potential outbreak of measles, which appears linked to a lack of routine vaccinations in school-aged children. Lake said he has not yet considered making vaccinations mandatory for school-aged children, as other provinces have, despite some schools in the Fraser Valley reporting no vaccinations at all.

“At this time we’re not going down that road, but we certainly want the public to be very aware of the importance of vaccination, and get the rates back up where they should be,” Lake said. Fraser Health has confirmed two cases at Mount Cheam Christian School in East Chilliwack. There are about 100 suspected cases in the Eastern Fraser Valley. “We are currently dealing with a number of confirmed cases of measles in our

school community,” school administrator Stephen Hoogendijk told Black Press Monday morning. “For this reason, we made our spring break start (Monday) instead of this Wednesday and have frequent contact with Fraser Health in order to discuss what should be done.” Officials asked anyone who believes they are exposed to measles to contact their doctor before arriving at a medical facility. “We are urging individuals

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who may have been exposed to the virus to contact their local Public Health Unit to be cleared before travelling during spring break,” said Dr. Paul Van Buynder, chief medical officer for Fraser Health. The measles warning applies to Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Agassiz, Harrison Hot Springs and Hope. In Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs, the phone number to call regarding vaccinations is 604-793-7160.

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Department of Fisheries and Oceans are predicting a mid-range run of 23 million salmon in the Fraser River.

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Another huge sockeye salmon run is forecast to return to the Fraser River this summer, potentially even bigger than the modern record of 30 million that unexpectedly came back in 2010. The fish that are now on their homeward migration back to B.C. waters are the spawn of that massive run four years ago, which was the best in a century. Pre-season estimates of this summer’s run size from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans range from a low of 7.3 million to a high of 72.5 million, with the more probable mid-range forecast set at 23 million. Until the salmon begin appearing off Vancouver Island,

however, there’s little way to know with certainty what proportion of fry that went out to sea survived and thrived in the marine environment. Much depends on ocean conditions, such as water temperature and the amount of food and predators they encountered. It’s been theorized that iron-rich ash from the eruption of an Alaskan volcano in 2008 caused a plankton bloom that increased the food supply, contributing to the 2010 sockeye run. No volcano fertilized the North Pacific waters since then, but salmon watchers are waiting to see if a rogue geoengineering project had any similar effect. A Haida-led team controversially dumped

200 tonnes of iron dust in the ocean in 2011 with the aim of trapping atmospheric carbon and boosting salmon returns. A 10,000-squarekilometre plankton bloom was later detected by satellites. C o m m e r c i a l harvesters, sport fishing operators and aboriginal fishermen, meanwhile, are all buzzing with anticipation over the potential run. But processors caution a huge record run could overwhelm fish packing plants that were pressed to their limit in 2010. Sto:lo Tribal Council fisheries advisor Ernie Crey warned against allowing intensive commercial fishing too soon this summer without solid justification.

“Everyone’s getting excited,” he said. “It’s great the forecast is looking that good. But we can’t forget that we’ve had three inquiries into failures of Fraser sockeye salmon runs. Things can go terribly wrong and people can be very disappointed.” If errors are made and managers decide midseason they’ve allowed too much fishing, Crey said, the only place to compensate and ensure enough salmon spawn is to then curtail the aboriginal catch upriver. “It’s hard to be definitive about salmon. We only know enough to know that we don’t know enough.” Some commercial sockeye fishing was allowed last year, when about four million salmon returned to the

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Even if you don’t know someone, you can still help them. That was the message Domanic Charlie-Francis delivered to the ERASE Bullying Forum Feb. 28 in Surrey. He was one of five student speakers on the panel, representing his own school, Agassiz Centre for Education (ACE). Of the five speakers chosen from across the province, he was the sole student from an alternate program. He spoke passionately about bullying to the packed crowd at Surrey’s Ecole Panorama. It was a crowd that included Premier Christy Clark, Education minister Peter Fassbender and Travis Price, the co-founder of Pink Shirt Day. “It was really nervewracking. I knew there was going to be a lot of people there,” CharlieFrancis said. On the bus that morning, heading in with the rest of the ACE students, administrator Sandy Balascak turned to Charlie-Francis and told

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Domanic Charlie-Francis (pink shirt) was one of five students from around B.C. who were selected to speak at the ERASE Bullying forum in Surrey on Feb. 28. He impressed the crowd with his speech, and had the chance to meet Premier Christy Clark.

him the premier would be there. “My jaw dropped and my eyes opened so big,” he said. “I said ‘No, you didn’t tell me that!’” Clark, Charlie-Francis and the rest of the panel sat in the middle of the gym, while the 650 attendees formed a circle around them. Charlie-Francis was the third speaker, delivering a powerful speech that is still drawing attention from those who were there. “No one should feel like they can’t talk to anyone,” he said. “No one should

feel like they have nobody that they can trust and to help them, especially at school. “Youth can play the big brother role in the school and/or community to make or to try, to the best of their ability, to help a friend or even just an acquaintance with any concerns or problems that they may have,” he told the crowd. “You don’t have to be best friends or even know anything about them to help someone. Everyone needs help at some point in their life and to show

somebody that you care, it could really mean a lot to them.” While he went into the event nervous, the second he finished his speech he was beside himself. “After I was done, I felt like I was on top of the world,” he said. “I was so happy, I couldn’t even concentrate. That made me feel really good. Everyone was clapping, everyone was giving me high fives.” Charlie-Francis will now be interviewed by the ministry of education, and the results of that interview will eventually be available on the ministry website. It’s all an honour he was surprised to have bestowed upon him. “I was really surprised that I got picked because I go to an alternate school,” he said. To read what people are saying about the ERASE Bullying forum on Twitter, search the term #ERASEforum. To watch video of the event, visit agassizcentreforeducation. com. news@ahobserver.com

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Opinion New era for liquor

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Liquor sales in retail stores are one step closer, with the provincial government unveiling some details about the standalone outlets which can be located within existing grocery stores. Liquor will not be sold in corner or convenience stores, which removes one of the concerns of those who opposed selling liquor beyond the existing sales network. Most convenience stores simply do not have the staff to oversee that the sales of such products conform to the desire to keep them out of the hands of minors. While it is true that such stores sell tobacco products, that is something they have always done, and they are being pushed much harder to ensure that tobacco products are not sold to minors. Still, infractions do occur. Those who currently hold private liquor store licences, which generally go to those with pub licences, will be able to move their licences (presumably via sale or lease) into grocery stores. The current restriction that licences must be for businesses within a five-kilometre limit will be lifted. Wisely, the government recognizes that this move gives an economic benefit to licence holders, and wants them to pay a transfer fee. The standalone stores will be in larger grocery stores, and within the same building — not in standalone buildings, as is the case in Alberta. This makes a lot of sense. Customers will be able to put groceries and liquor in their carts, but must pay for their liquor in designated checkout lines. This move brings an era of civility to liquor sales that we haven’t seen before in B.C. It wasn’t that long ago that people had to go into government liquor stores, ask for the product they wanted, and receive it in a brown paper bag, out of sight of prying eyes. Then we got government stores in shopping malls, and then we went to a mix of private and government liquor stores. It will be wonderful to be able to pair liquor, particularly wine and beer, with food and get some expert advice on those pairings within stores, as is the case at some of the best U.S. grocery stores.

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Forget government issues, pass the muffins B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher Proceedings here at the B.C. legislature were briefly thrust into the spotlight last week, firing up the radio talk shows and twitter feeds. No, it wasn’t the B.C. Liberal government forcing through legislation to allow industrial “research” for things like pipeline routes in provincial parks, or the debate on sanctioned wolf and grizzly kills. It wasn’t the teacher strike vote, as the scripted motions of that ritual combat are well known to weary parents. It was muffins. More specifically, “free” muffins in a newly relocated and equipped MLA lounge, and a rack installed to hold the said muffins at a cost of $733. This was portrayed as part of a

spending spree by Richmond East MLA Linda Reid, elected Speaker last summer. In fact it’s just the latest phase of a strikingly expensive refit to provide wheelchair access, which Reid has championed. The new MLA lounge replaces a seldom-used one at the top of steep stairs high in the 1898 stone structure. The new lounge is served by a ramp near the chamber exit to another under-used room in the library, and equipped with bigscreen TVs to follow proceedings, similar to those installed in the legislature chamber last year. Everything done here is expensive, from matching ornate woodwork to upgrading ancient plumbing and wiring. But the public, conditioned by media to expect corruption and scandal, would rather be outraged about free muffins. Prior to this, MLAs had to troop down to the basement dining room to put muffins and coffee on their expense accounts, or have an

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assistant fetch them. The outraged talk shows didn’t mention that. There are access issues in the dining room too, a fact more difficult to ignore with Children and Family Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux, Paralympian Michelle

“But the public, conditioned by the media to expect corruption and scandal, would rather be outraged about free muffins.” Stilwell and former Vancouver mayor Sam Sullivan now elected to serve using their wheelchairs. A costly new outside access ramp assisted Kenny Michell, who visited last week to tell his harrowing story of the Burns Lake sawmill explosion that nearly burned him

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to death in 2012 and left him in a wheelchair. The NDP brought a delegation of survivors and family members of the dead from sawdust explosions in Burns Lake and Prince George. They supported the opposition’s demand for an independent inquiry, although their own demands ranged from counselling for long-suffering wives to seeing someone punished for alleged negligence. The scandal pushed in this tragic story is that some evidence was not protected by WorkSafeBC and wouldn’t have been admissible in court. Prosecutors also said they had enough evidence for charges, but the companies or executives would be able to show “due diligence” that would likely result in acquittal. What that means in English is that the explosion risk of extradry dust and air wasn’t fully grasped by either mill operators or WorkSafeBC. All B.C. mills are

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now subject to more scrutiny, and a coroner’s inquest will be calling witnesses this fall to see what lessons can be learned. Back to pipelines through parks. This may seem like a scandal to urban B.C. residents who already fret about the possibility of the 60-year-old Trans Mountain pipeline, or one of several proposed gas pipelines, intruding on a park. It’s not as well known that Trans Mountain completed a major twinning and upgrading project on the Alberta side in 2008. It crosses Mount Robson Provincial Park and Jasper National Park, without incident or scandal to date. But back to muffingate, as it’s become known around here. I don’t know why people are so cynical and uninterested in serious issues. I wish I did. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Mailbag Too much money for unskilled labour I see in the classified section of the Observer is running an ad seeking applications for a part time labourer. The District of Kent position is for non or semi-skilled duties assisting more skilled employees. The hourly rate posted is $21.30 per hour for three months, and $25.06 per hour thereafter, plus union benefits. My experience is that as time is spent in any position, skills are acquired and one then becomes a semi-skilled, or skilled labourer. So this job would presumably be targeted at young or new workers with no skills.

My concern is that the job description does not match the pay scale. A quick search of the WorkBC jobs website shows that a typical hourly rate for an unskilled labourer is minimum wage, or slightly higher. The rate offered by the District of Kent to an unskilled labourer with three months experience is more in keeping with postings for skilled carpenters, dental technicians and chefs. Many other private sector employers are offering far less even for positions requiring considerable training and experience. As a small business owner and employer in Agassiz, I

object very strongly to such generosity with my tax dollars. Furthermore, it belittles my efforts to compensate my highly trained staff. And of course it does not stop there. If the renumeration of the newest and least able member of District staff is so out of hand, I can only imagine how large the figures must be at the other end of the scale. I understand that the posting is for a union position and the defence will be that renumeration is the result of a negotiated settlement with the union. My position is that the District has a responsibility to

be more frugal with our scarce tax dollars. A negotiation is between two parties, and while the union representative may make unrealistic demands, there is no obligation on the part of the employer to concede. Negotiations must be made while being mindful of the huge responsibility the employer has to the local tax payers who are expected to pick up the tab for the end result. The District of Kent cannot allow further increases to public sector pay until the private sector who are footing the bill can afford their largesse. Martin Sparkes

The never-ending saga of McCallum ditch I have been living in this community for 40 years and the upper reaches of the McCallum ditch crosses my property. For years I have been an elected member of the ditching committee and have served as recording secretary. I am therefore quite familiar with the ongoing drainage problems that affect many local property owners, since together with the late Walter Hatt, who used to be the chairman of the drainage commission, I used to make yearly inspections of the entire drainage system. There are historical facts to be considered.

In 1895, a very, very long time before outside organizations started to interfere, the Dominion Experimental Farm approached the District of Kent with the aim to connect their land in the back of the farm near Green Mountain to a district-wide drainage system. The result was the creation of the McCallum ditch (emphasize ditch not stream) that wound its way along Harrison Hot Springs Road and all the way west to the foot of Woodside Mountain. Naturally all land owners within the drainage area, not just the adjoining ones, are very interested

in keeping the water levels as low as possible in order to facilitate proper drainage of their properties. Prolonged water on fields does not enhance plant growth for farming. Outside interest groups, however, desire to have a water level of at least 70 cm year round and convert the drainage channels to streams for their environmental and ideological purposes. We have therefore two deep-rooted philosophies, no water versus water. This creates a nasty conflict, as farmers and landowners feel threatened for their farm existence. The whole flooding

problems could however easily be solved by dredging the lower western area behind some barn to eliminate the problem spots. Moving water creates

oxygen-rich water, which will benefit fish and all aquatic wildlife. (The water levels in the lower end are up to 1.9m difference from the Continued on 8

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Alliance to battle MMBC fees

Groups urge province to pause plan for containers, paper Jeff Nagel

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An alliance of business groups opposed to the new Multi Material BC recycling system are demanding the province halt the planned May 19 launch and go back to the drawing board. MMBC, an industry stewardship group, is poised to take responsibility for curbside blue box collection – with more containers and material types collected than before – while charging businesses for the recycling of the packaging and paper they generate. But it’s been in a bitter fight with small business groups that complain they are set to pay punishingly high fees, which will then be passed on to consumers. The battle took a new turn Monday, when the Canadian Federation of Independent Business and eight other associations launched a campaign in B.C. newspapers and online at rethinkitbc.ca to amplify the pressure on Victoria. CFIB provincial affairs director Mike Klassen predicted job losses and some business closures as a result of the MMBC regulations and fees. “This is public policy run amok,” he said. “We are asking British Columbians to talk to

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Workers sort out contaminants at Emterra Environmental's material recovery facility in Surrey. The plant is one of three that will process recyclables collected for Multi-Material BC.

the B.C. government to push the pause button on its reckless and red tape-laden program.” B.C. Agriculture Council vice-chair Stan Vander Waal said farmers can’t readily stop packaging strawberries and blueberries in plastic clamshells, because retailers insist that’s what consumers want. “We have to wear the cost,” he said, adding MMBC fees will cost his Chilliwack farm $60,000 to $100,000 a year. “It goes directly against growing agriculture.” Canadian Newspaper Association chairman Peter Kvarnstrom, who is publisher of a paper in Sechelt, warned the the new system will be “catastrophic” to B.C. community and daily newspapers, resulting in

job losses in an already challenged industry and reduced service to communities. The opposition groups say they support the aim of the program – to make generators of packaging pay to recycle it – but they dispute the fees and say multinational consumer goods firms like Unilever and Walmart control MMBC and are manipulating it to their benefit, not that of local businesses. Most of the fees for container waste are double or even quadruple what businesses in Ontario pay to a similar agency. Newspapers say they face a $14-million-ayear bite out of their operations because of the 20 cents per kilogram they will pay

on newsprint, compared to less than half a penny in Ontario. They contend a high proportion of newsprint is already recycled in B.C. through blue boxes. Kvarnstrom said newspapers are considering options to create their own newsprint collection system – a move that could also deprive MMBC of newsprint revenue and undermine the program’s viability. Magazine industry reps also warned small B.C. magazines will pay not only for their own paper recycling, but will also effectively subsidize big U.S. magazines like Harper’s or Vogue that will be exempt from MMBC fees on magazines mailed into B.C. Printers predict

some orders will shift to presses in the U.S. or Alberta to skirt the fees, costing jobs in B.C. MMBC managing director Allen Langdon said MMBC’s higher fees are because they fully finance the program and ensure service for multifamily apartments and rural depots, in contrast to Ontario’s more limited focus on single-family homes. He said B.C.’s successful container deposit system also means there’s less recyclable material left here for container stewards to collect and sell, so fees have to be higher to cover the system costs. Langdon said no business is forced to join MMBC, adding groups like the newspaper industry are free to develop their own system. “If they think there’s a better way, I think it’s important they put it forward.”

containers, from hair spray canisters to detergent bottles. She argues the refunds offered would ensure a high rate of recycling through depots, as with beverage cans now. “If you put deposits on things initially the consumer would pay a bit more, but the people who bring it back will get their money back,” she said. Instead, she said MMBC’s nonrefundable fees on packaging generators will inflate prices with no recourse. “With a hidden fee you don’t know what it is and there’s no opportunity to get that back – then you’re genuinely taking money out of families’ pockets.” Atwood said she believes the government likes the new system because if MMBC fees drive

retail prices higher, the province will collect more sales tax. Existing bottle depots may be threatened because MMBC will also collect refundable beverage containers, she said, adding school teams and community groups that depend on bottle drives to raise money may also lose out if there’s less to collect. Other recyclers say they’re also losing out under MMBC’s system. The agency recently announced a consortium of waste firms that will handle the processing of containers that are collected. Urban Impact Recycling was one of the bidders that wasn’t selected and CEO Nicole Stefenelli said her firm will now have to restructure and potentially shed jobs as a result.

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Congratulations!

Happy 50th Anniversary Agassiz-Harrison Lions Club

Lions have history of giving back

We congratulate the Lions for their excellent record of community service during the past 50 years. Mayor and Council and staff of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs.

Service club has been making a difference since 1964 It takes a lot of heart to be a Lion. It also takes a fierce love of the community

and a willingness to volunteer. For 50 years, a special group of Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs residents have been pouring their

Congratulations Agassiz-Harrison A i H i Li Lions Cl Club b on your

50TH ANNIVERSARY Your support in our community is unparalleled From the District’s Mayor, Council and Staff CONSIDER BECOMING A MEMBER AND GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY

hearts and souls into being Lions. And the community wouldn’t be the same today, if it weren’t for their efforts. On Saturday night, the Agassiz-Harrison Lions Club celebrated their semi-centennial with dinner, special guests and dancing at the St. Alice Hall in Harrison Hot Springs. Among the attendees was John Green, the last remaining charter member of the local service club. “My father was a Lion in Vancouver Central,” Green said, one of the

Agassiz Harrison Lions Club 50th Anniversary

for your continuous support over the years. Congratulation on your 50th anniversary

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Judge Brian Stevenson and his wife Patricia were special guests at the event.

Congratulations on 50 Years of Community Service Laurie Throness MLA Chilliwack-Hope Laurie.Throness.MLA@leg.bc.ca Chilliwack Office 604-858-5299 Hope Office 604-860-2113

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Rev. Maureen Anderson led the Lions and their guests in a prayer before dinner was served.

Lions have long history

Congratulations on your 50th Anniversary Agassiz-Harrison Lions!

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John Green is the last remaining charter member of the Agassiz Harrison Lions Club. He received a pin in October 2013 for his dedication to the organization. treasurer, Ed North as tail twister and Harry France as lion tamer.

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The Agassiz Fire Department thanks the Lions for their unprecedented dedication to the community and fantastic support of the fire department. Without their support these projects could not happen.

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The Agassiz Fire department wishes to congratulate the Agassiz Harrison Lions Club on their 50 Year Anniversary serving the District of Kent and surrounding area! The local Lions club is a big reason the auto extrication, or “Jaws of Life,” service was brought to the district. It was in 1984 that club joined forces with a local group of community citizens with a vision to bring the much needed lifesaving equipment to the community. The local Lions club solely purchased a 1984 1-ton road rescue truck with the heavy hydraulic auto extrication equipment, totaling $30,000, required to free trapped victims from serious automobile accidents. From here the Kent/Harrison Rescue Squad was formed. Prior to this, the service was provided from either Hope Search and Rescue or the Canadian Forces Base Chilliwack, where responses normally took 45 to 60 minutes. In 1986 the service was moved to the Agassiz Fire Department where it still is provided today. The department responds to an average of 50 motor vehicle accidents annually. In the late 1990s the department had outgrown the truck and began the task of acquiring a new, larger rescue truck to carry out the service. Once again the Agassiz Harrison Lions Club was approached to contribute to the project, and without hesitation jumped on board. This time it was a 2000 Ford heavy duty 2-ton truck with a 12’ rescue body costing $120,000. The local club funded 50% or $60,000 of the project. Once again the group of local Lions had come through to make the project possible, and all with the overall betterment and safety of the community citizens at the forefront. The Agassiz Harrison Lions Club has been a fantastic community partner for the local fire department, and has served the community well over the years! As well as the rescue vehicles, the club has supplied the fire department with First Responder medical kits, an AED, and many other “gifts” along the way!

very first clubs in the world (chartered 1921). And while Green himself was working for the newspaper in Hope in the 1960s, he learned even more about what the Lions were doing to improve the community. “I was very impressed by what the Lions were doing,” he said. “I decided we should have a club.” He wasn’t alone in his desire to create a Lions Club in Agassiz and Harrison. At the time, 1963-1964, Ron Walther was the Past Zone Chairman of the Hope Lions Club. he brought fellow Lion Lloyd Green to the Chamber of Commerce, to speak about the advantage of having a service club in the area. In December of 1963, the Hope Lions Club held one of it regular meetings in Agassiz. By the following February, the Agassiz Harrison Lions had held its first meeting, with Wally Maguire as president, Green, Ted Jones and Dave Campbell as vice presidents, Doug Galloway as secretary-

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Directors that first year were Ray Wilson, Cliff Jewkes, Dick Delacherois and Colin Baumfield. Members included Harold Appleton, Arnold McCombs, Merlin Brown, Hugh Massam, Lew Davis, Tom Novis, Bill Duncan, Ben Smyth, Herb Emberly, John Schwart, Ernst Hepnar, Arne Vogstad and Walter Heinrichs. About 200 people attended that first meeting, Feb. 8, 1964. Right away, the Lions began making a difference. The still popular Pancake Breakfast was started that year, but it began as a Father’s Day event whereas now it’s held on Mother’s Day. The very first projects of the club included putting reflective tape on bicycles in Agassiz

in Harrison, adding six benches to a park in Agassiz, and six in Harrison, forming a junior band, and a partnership with the Boy Scouts. From there, the club blossomed into what it is today. They help countless organizations financially, including the Agassiz Fall Fair and 4H, and continue to offer bursaries for local graduates. Every time they host one of their events, the money raised goes right back into the community. Guest speaker at Saturday’s event was Judge Brian Stevenson, Past International President. “I go to a lot of these functions but I must say that I was astounded when I looked into the history of this club,” he said. “If it wasn’t for

Happy 50th Anniversary

to the Agassiz-Harrison Lions

Thanks for making our community a better place. We’re proud to support your work, from the staff of The Observer

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these Lions, these communities would not be as far ahead as they are.” Stevenson travelled to Harrison with his wife Patricia, who is also a Lion. There are currently 43 Agassiz Harrison Lions, with Jean Robson as president, Brenda Jorgensen and Lesley Ward as vice presidents, Joey Ellis as secretary and Gerry Ruble as treasurer. The club began its 50th year by presenting a 50 year service pin to John Green. Wes Johnson and Mike Dunn were recognized for their 50 years of service at Saturday’s event, however, both men were unable to attend due to health issues.

Your immeasurable contributions to our community is an inspiration. JESSICA PETERS PHOTO

Bob and Eleanor Donker returned to town from their home in Horsefly to support the Lions this weekend. Bob is the past zone chairman, and Eleanor was president in 2007-2008 at the Agassiz Harrison Lions Club.

Always looking for new Lions Jessica Peters The Observer

One of the biggest worries when considering joining a service group is that it will become too much work. But the truth is, most service groups are happy to have the help when it’s available. That’s certainly true with the Agassiz-Harrison Lions, said longtime member Joey Ellis. “Family always comes first,” she said, before your Lions commitments. While she is among the many members who devote countless hours to making sure the Lions is fulfilling its duty to serve the community, there is always room for those who just want to help a little bit. There are those who just want to help at one event, such as the Miss

Maria Slough contest or the annual car show. The Lions are graciously welcoming to whatever help they receive, Ellis added. They are hoping to draw in more younger members, including families who want to give back. But why choose to be a Lion? “To become a Lion, to me, I find that I feel good to be a part of the community and to help where I can,” Ellis said, listing off people and organizations they have helped over the last year, including a family who lost everything to a house fire. “In doing this, if you become a Lion, you become a part of a family,” she said. “They call it a pride for a reason.” To learn more about becoming a Lion, contact President Jean Robson at 604-794-7503 or Joey Ellis at 604796-9951.

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Joey Ellis and Anna Maguire did some catching up at the Lions 50th Anniversary Celebration.

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Congratulations!

Happy 50th Anniversary Agassiz-Harrison Lions Club

Lions have history of giving back

We congratulate the Lions for their excellent record of community service during the past 50 years. Mayor and Council and staff of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs.

Service club has been making a difference since 1964 It takes a lot of heart to be a Lion. It also takes a fierce love of the community

and a willingness to volunteer. For 50 years, a special group of Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs residents have been pouring their

Congratulations Agassiz-Harrison A i H i Li Lions Cl Club b on your

50TH ANNIVERSARY Your support in our community is unparalleled From the District’s Mayor, Council and Staff CONSIDER BECOMING A MEMBER AND GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY

Agassiz Harrison Lions Club 50th Anniversary

for your continuous support over the years. Congratulation on your 50th anniversary

Agassiz Speedway JESSICA PETERS PHOTO

Judge Brian Stevenson and his wife Patricia were special guests at the event.

Congratulations on 50 Years of Community Service Laurie Throness MLA Chilliwack-Hope Laurie.Throness.MLA@leg.bc.ca Chilliwack Office 604-858-5299 Hope Office 604-860-2113

JESSICA PETERS PHOTO

Rev. Maureen Anderson led the Lions and their guests in a prayer before dinner was served.

Lions have long history

Congratulations on your 50th Anniversary Agassiz-Harrison Lions!

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JESSICA PETERS PHOTO

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The Agassiz Fire Department thanks the Lions for their unprecedented dedication to the community and fantastic support of the fire department. Without their support these projects could not happen.

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Happy 50th Anniversary

to the Agassiz-Harrison Lions

Thanks for making our community a better place. We’re proud to support your work, from the staff of The Observer

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Your immeasurable contributions to our community is an inspiration. JESSICA PETERS PHOTO

Always looking for new Lions Jessica Peters The Observer

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Local Groups & Activities Agassiz Monday Painters est.1961.Â Meets every Mon. from 11 am - 3 pm at Agassiz United Church. FMI call Linda 604-7945554 Coffee Break/Story Hour - a weekly Bible Study for ladies & children 0-5. Weds. 9:30 am Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call or text 604-997-4484 Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving â€œThe Quality of Lifeâ€? for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-576-9734 or email ecbayer@ shaw.caÂ Harrison Community Social Club Drop-in every Thurs. at Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall, 9:30 am: cards, darts, games & coffee. Contact Jacquie 604796-3105 or Suzanne 604-7961269Â Â Table Tennis at 12:30 pmÂ LeaÂ 604-796-0558Â Harrison Hikers Group offers 4 levels of hikes every Weds.(easy,

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light, moderate, strenuous) FMI callÂ Ruth Altendorf 604-796-2084 Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Mon. at 1 pm, Tues. Bridge at 12:30 pm, Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Mon. & Fri., Drop-in Floor CurlingÂ 7 pm Thurs. Kidz @ the Cross - Harrison Elementary - Thurs. 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 & 6 Registration & team leader - Carol Cartmell 604793-0171 or gospelbrass@shaw. ca Crafts â€˘ Games â€˘ Lesson Better Beginnings: Pre/post natal education, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tues. 10 am to 1 pm. 7272 Morrow Rd. Phone #604-796-0313 Agassiz Harrison Family Parenting Place: Meet friends, old & new! Parents/caregivers with their children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & Thurs. 9:30 am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow Rd. Phone #604-796-0313

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Kids are invited to join in the fun at this yearâ€™s Eagles and Chieftains Alumni Basketball Tournament. A kidsâ€™ camp is being held in the morning before the games, April 12.

Hoops tournament includes kidsâ€™ camp The date is set and teams are practising â€” well, no one is really practising. The second annual Eagles and Chieftains Alumni Basketball Tournament will be held April 11 and 12. The response has been great again, according to coach Kyle Dickey. Last yearâ€™s inaugural event brought the gymnasium to life with non-stop court action. â€œWe are anticipating even more former Eagles and Chieftains this year,â€? Dickey said.

This year, the tournament will feature a barbecue Friday night, and Saturday, a kidsâ€™ basketball camp, a beer and wine raffle, and a number of basketball games. The kidsâ€™ basketball camp will be Saturday morning from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and coached by UBC coach Carrie Watts. All kids are welcome to attend. There is no fee, but they will be collecting donations during the kids' basketball camp that will go toward a former Chieftain who lost his

wife earlier this year. The money raised with the beer and wine raffle will be going to the same place. The fee this year for players is $30. The increase in price from last year will allow the organizers to order reversible jerseys for all players. Those will be used from year to year. Teams have been made, but there are still players being added so players might be traded. If you know of a former Eagle or Chieftain who would like to play or if

you have any questions please contact Kyle Dickey at kdickey@sd78. bc.ca. The event opens with the barbecue on Friday night (April 11). The games run from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. that night. Saturday will feature the barbecue again, and the kidsâ€™ basketball camp from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Eagles will play from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the Chieftains games run from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. The beer and wine fundraiser raffle will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday.

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The Semiahmoo Blue Lightning hockey team, and their siblings, ham it up for the camera in a post game celebration in St. Alice Hall on Saturday night. The team was staying at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort while competing in the Hockey 3 tournament in Hope. Coaches said this is the second year theyâ€™ve entered the tournament, and commented that itâ€™s always been a well-organized event. Hockey 3 players are seven to eight years old, and scores arenâ€™t kept on the board throughout the games.

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Sports

Chilliwack Stars champs Bryan Wilkinson CONTRIBUTOR

Playing in very wet and cold conditions on Saturday night, the Chilliwack Stars outshone the Abbotsford Hurricanes to win 2-1 in a shootout. The Stars were under pressure from the beginning of the match, being a bit rusty from not having played in more than four weeks. They faced constant pressure from Abby, who attacked every time they got the ball, and strongly stopped Chilliwack from being able to control the ball. A simple lapse in defense down the Stars left side allowed Abby to take the ball towards the net, and with three on one, the keeper could not do anything but watch as the ball find the back of the net, putting the Hurricanes up 1-0. The Stars were stunned and found it difficult to find their rhythm, turning over the ball numerous times

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Local Agassiz athlete Annalise Wilkinson (captain Chilliwack U13 Stars soccer team) and team mate Miya Andrew helped steer the team to be the 2014 Fraser Valley Champions.

around half way. It was a relief to go into half time 1-0 down. The second half saw the real Stars at play, lead by co-captains Annalise Wilkinson and Ashley Tizzard being moved from defense to midfield. This allowed the Stars to capitalize on their ball-carrying ability, and attacks began to be launched from deep in their own half. A change in strategy by coach Brad Wiens saw the girls bring the ball up the centre of the field giving space and time for the speed of the wingers and forwards to

position themselves in the goal’s square. A nice chip over the defense by Darian Bisschop saw Stars sniper Katie Murphy jump on the loose ball and find the back of the net. With 15 minutes left in the game the Stars solidified their defensive line with Annalise Van Ruitenberg and Sierra Jensen not allowing the ball to come inside them, forcing the Hurricanes to shoot from outside angles, allowing the league's top keeper, Kyra Wiens, plenty of time to make the saves. Full time

score was 1-1. Having never played for extra time, both teams played opposite game plans, Hurricanes went on an all-out attack, shooting any time they neared the goal, while the Stars went into defensive mode and shut down and played to their strengths of aggressive, physical defense. After 20 minutes of extra time, the score was still 1-1. A shootout decided who would walk away with the cup and be crowned the 2014 Fraser Valley Champions. Abby shot first and a great save saw the ball sail over the top of the cross bar. Chilliwack put their first shot in the net, giving them the lead. Three great saves by the Stars keeper saw them walk away with the shoot out win, 3-2. and becoming the new Fraser Valley Champions. Player of the game went to the Stars keeper Kyra Wiens and defensive back Annalise Wilkinson.

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Snowy days and ghost stories a perfect combination There was a time when I lived in a very small village way up near the highest point of the Black Forest. During each of the two winters I was there, we were snowed in at least once. It usually happened without much warning and lasted for a few days. What I remember most was the calmness that overcame the village during these snowfalls, a certain stillness that is hard to describe. Two weeks ago, we experienced a touch of this in Harrison Hot Springs. Preceded by furious winds in the morning, snow started

to fall in the afternoon and continued through the night and the next day. I talked about the time in the Black Forest then, since Ruthy, who was with me, could not remember much about it. “What did we do?” she asked. I told her that first we had to transfer as much fire wood as possible from the stack outside the house to the inside. I only experienced it once but there was always the possibility of the snow piling up in front of the door, trapping the people inside. We also gathered up all candles we had in the house and brought them to

the living room, in case the electricity was cut off. In the evening, we sat around a huge “kacheloten” (wood stove) and took turns telling stories we had experienced at one time or another, stories that were hard to explain and, therefore, even harder to believe. “Would you tell me one” Ruthy asked, “after all we are pretty much snowed in now too?” And this is when I remembered the story of the “ghost writer”, a true story I could never explain. It happened quite a few years after the time in

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Harrison Happenings the Black Forest and almost half a world apart. Heinz, my husband and I, were visiting our son and his wife who lived in San Jose at the time. Both were avid snowboarders and wanted to show us their skills up in Squaw Valley. We decided to drive to Truckee, a small town steeped in history. There we settled in the Truckee Hotel, built in 1868. It, too,

had quite a history, changed owners and names several times before it was restored to its former glory and became the Truckee Hotel in 1977. We had a great time touring around Lake Tahoe, through charming countryside and up the mountain with a gondola to Squaw Valley. We explored Truckee itself, fell in love with “our” hotel and it was there, where I had a very unusual experience. It was the last night of our stay and I had slept well until, in the middle of the night, I woke up. The room looked exactly like it looked before, but was now dimly lit by a candle on a small writing table across the room. A man was sitting there, dressed the

way gentlemen were dressing during the gold-rush time, writing. Then he looked up, directly at me, indicating that he had been writing about something he wanted me to remember, as it was for the people of our time to know. It was a very brief but profound moment, impressive enough to stay on my mind ’til today. The next morning I told my husband about it and he thought we should inquire if this had happened to other guests. To our surprise we were taken seriously. “Yes” they said, “it had”. They also told us that, at one time, there was a fire in one of the wings of the hotel in which one person had perished. There was no

time to look into all of this further since we had to leave but I still wonder about it. Ruthy, who had been quiet for a while, said: “I think it was the gentleman himself who perished in the fire and I think there was jealousy involved. Jealousy is the cause of most crimes and most likely somebody wanted him to disappear”. Sometimes I have to admit, Ruthy can be quite profound! I think it would be nice to take her there. Not only would she love the area, there also is no telling what else she would discover! P.S. Just for those who do not know: Ruthy is my alter-ego – much like myself but a little bit more into the fun side of life!

Time for health and wellness

INTERIOR TO LOWER MAINLAND TRANSMISSION LINE PROJECT

Two events kick off spring in Harrison

Public Safety Notice – Winter recreationalists and snowmobilers

Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

For many, spring is a time of renewal and rejuvenation. It's also the perfect time to learn more about health and how to incorporate it into your daily life. The Harrison Hot Springs Health and Wellness Fair is being held March 29, in the Harrison Memorial Hall. It will feature booths with information from local community services and clubs, as well as professionals who will be on hand to answer questions.

Winter recreationalists and snowmobilers should be aware that construction of the Interior to Lower Mainland (ILM) Transmission Line continues. On-site activities include clearing of the right-of-way; construction of access roads and tower foundations; and tower assembly and erection. The ILM right-of-way continues to be a construction zone with restricted access. Restricted access is required for worker and public safety to avoid risks associated with such things as guy lines, partially constructed foundations, construction materials, or other potential hazards that may be hidden or partially hidden by the snow.

Others will also be offering services such as massages. The fair will include information on food, nutrition, fitness and fun, and runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The third annual Walk/Run for Heritage will be running in conjunction with the Health and Wellness Fair this year. The Walk/Run starts across the street from Memorial Hall, and works its way around Harrison back to the hall. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.,

with the runners and walkers departing at 9 a.m. The Walk/Run for Heritage raises money for the Agassiz Harrison Historical Society and Museum, and the Kilby Historic Site in Harrison Mills. The previous two years, the event was held in Agassiz. Registration for the Walk/ Run is $25 per person, or $50 for a family (two adults and two children). For information on both events, visit www. tourismharrison.com.

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Top marks for AESS students The following students earned a place on the A Honour Roll at Agassiz elementary secondary school for February 2014. Grade 7 Clara Burt Cristina Cercel Hailey Drury Simon Grieshaber-Otto Zoel Jackson Hailey Keating Ashlyn Lowe Megan McCallum Helaman Ochoa Katie Schram Dezrae Timmers Rionna Vander Wyk Sierra Visser Grade 8 Seleen Banez Kaliska Beauchamp Emily Bestwick Natanael Cercel Jaydin Lees Jessica Lucki Kaitlin McGillivray Hannah Sharples Justine Stoeckly Megan Vander Wyk Grade 9 Jordan Baker Hannah Exley Trevan Kozel Alyssa Lawley Jacob MacPherson Serena Madsen Mercedes McBride Henrietta McInroy Coby Sayo Cody Sayo Camryn Striker Emily White Grade 10 Cody Beauvais Lindsey Debruin Taylor Lees Jacob Lucki Teagan McNeil Braydon Peters Euan Sayo Hayden Simon Sydney Vander Wyk Autumn White Ian Wilson Grade 11 Zachariah Callander Andrew Cercel Megan Debruin Elisha Johnson-Jensen Eric Peterson Hunter Ramey Alex Robertson Melissa Vermette Grade 12 Kaelin Duncan Desireah Eustache Maggie Eustache Kim Garcia Mitchel Heaton Nicole Johnson-Jensen Ross McInroy Zackery McNeil-Bobb Emma Schram

The following students earned a place on the B Honour Roll at Agassiz elementary secondary school for February 2014. Grade 7 Kayla Adrian

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Nowicki work on display Artist and sculptor Victor Nowicki’s work is currently on display at the Ranger Station Art Gallery. His solo show features a selection of folk art and sculpture, featuring pieces from his object series and his street sign series. The show runs until Mar. 30 and the gallery is open from Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Saturdays and Sundays it’s open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Miya Andrew Taylor Borle Trevor Carscadden Connor Douglas Tori Downs Cole Faessler Lucas Irwin Caleb KaÄ Katrina Lawley Anna Madsen Briann Peters Maggie McCurdy Nadia McNeil-Joseph Ivy McRae Hannah Penny Tyra Peters Justin Smith Kayla Stanway Sierra Visser Joree Walde Grade 8 Chelsey Baboth Paul Dumas Amanda HeɈell Jessica HeɈell Haley Hodgkinson Darrian Jenkins Kaela Pope Drew Ramey Quentin Robertson Grade 9 Nicole Callander Tanner Douglas Samuel Dyck Riley Finlay Kirsten Fleming Alexandria Howe Matthew Irwin Blake KaÄ Joey Kennedy Bradee Lowe Lauren Lowe Henrietta McInroy Quinton McNeil-Bobb Owen McNeil-Joseph Sebastian Molina Alex Schwichtenberg Gage Sippel Martin Skoda Jenna Smith Grade 10 Ignacio Aguirre Tamara Andrew Chase Bestwick Derek Bobb Daniel Cercel Sean Clark Nicole Curdie Millar Frederickson Richard Harris Kayla Myles Lauren Reynen Kevin Sanchez Grade 11 Nick Allen Trevor Bobb Carl Graham Jeremy Harris Resse Jacobi Sean Lau Makayla Pollock Michelle Pollock Amber Ruddell Ashley Sicard Jade Solomon Esme VanParidon Kristen Walton Grade 12 Moise Cercel Adrienne Ferguson Megan Harder Esa James-Point Faylen Jenkins Kyle Labrosse Bailie Lowe Katelyn Mackie Siequa McNeil-Bobb Katelyn Simpson Eric Theede Brian Tran

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This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to supplement their income. Interested applicants should email the Circulation Department at circulation@theprogress.com or call 604-702-5558. We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Benefits Package Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at:www.sperryrail.com, careers & then choose the FastTRACK Application.

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

HELP WANTED

EUROPE, AUSTRALIA, OR NEW ZEALAND: Live and work on a dairy, crop, beef, or sheep farm. AgriVenture invites applicants 18-30 for 4-12 month 2014 programs. Apply now! www.agriventure.com 1-888-598-4415 EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted. Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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Casual On-Call School Noon Hour Supervisor Required School District #78 (Fraser-Cascade) has openings on the Casual Noon Hour Supervisor list for qualified applicants willing to work on an as-needed basis in the Fraser-Cascade area including Boston Bar, Hope, Agassiz, and Harrison Hot Springs. Applicants must have experience working with children and be able to maintain good working relationships with school staff and pupils. Applicants must also have First Aid certification (SOFA). Applications with full supporting documentation, including references to be forwarded to: Natalie Lowe‐Zucchet Secretary‐Treasurer School District #78 (Fraser‐Cascade) 650 Kawkawa Lake Road Hope, B.C. V0X 1L4 Email: lbjorge@sd78.bc.ca Fax: 604‐869‐7400

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FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

Hiring P/T Waitresses for Harrison Villa Restaurant. Must have Serving It Right Call Jackie to apply: 604-791-3356

Hope & Area Transition Society

HELP WANTED

Day Shifts

Public Works Seasonal Labourer

(April – October) The Village of Harrison Hot Springs is seeking a full time seasonal Labourer with the Public Works Department. Under the direct supervision of the Public Works Foreman, the incumbent in this position shall be responsible for a variety of manual tasks and duties. These tasks and duties are typically physical in nature and may require the use of small tools and equipment. Required Qualifications • Minimum Grade 12 education and minimum 6 months related experience • Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License A full job description is available for further consideration at the Village Office. This position includes working weekends. Current wage rate is $25.00 with 10.2% in lieu of benefits. Please submit covering letter and resumé to: Director of Finance and Human Resources Village of Harrison Hot Springs PO Box 160, 495 Hot Springs Road Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0 Resumes and details may be received via e-mail to: dcourtice@harrisonhotsprings.ca This opportunity is open for receipt of applications until 4:00 P.M. April 4, 2014

The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profit organization providing free shelter and support/counseling services to abused women and their children. The Society is seeking applications for two positions of permanent day support worker at the Jean Scott Transition House. Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have: • Knowledge and understanding of support and crisis counseling related to family violence issues. • The ability to demonstrate assertiveness along with both professional and personal boundaries. • Excellent verbal and written communication with the staff team, including conflict resolution. • Efficient time, organizational and stress-management skills. • Flexibility and ability to assimilate into the staff team, along with being able to work independently with little or no supervision. • Proficient computer skills. Ability to pass and maintain security clearance, carry a valid driver’s license and have a vehicle with four seat belts plus the driver. Along with your resume send a letter of interest indicating how you meet the qualifications to: The Hope & Area Transition Society Manager, Heather Garfield Box 1761 Hope, BC V0X 1L0 Closing Date: March 15, 2014 Start Date: April 2014 Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 138

LABOURERS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

EXPERIENCED Shingle Packers and general labourers required for reman plant in Dewdney, BC. These are full time positions that require heavy lifting. Apply by fax at 604-826-2379 or email at cnorthrop@stavelake.com. Call Colin at 604-826-6764 for more information.

• Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic - Will accept 3rd & 4th year apprentice with experience.

• Trailer Mechanic • Yard Person

- Must have class 5 license & minimum grade 12.

RN’s Required

Cheam Village & Glenwood Care Centre, two complex care facilities located in Agassiz, just 15 mins. east of Chilliwack has positions available. The RN provides leadership to the healthcare team and provides resident centered care.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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563 Save-More Roofing - Specializing in New Roofs, Re-Roofs & Repairs. 778-892-1266

Please fax resume 604-599-5250

Please fax your resume to 604.796.9186 or email: mwieringa@valleycare.info

ACREAGE

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Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

TRADES, TECHNICAL

ENSIGN is looking for Assistant Drillers, Drillers, Night Tour Pushes, and Rig Managers for our Australian Division. Recruiter’s will be in Nisku, Alberta, March 31 - April 9 to conduct interviews. If you want to hear more about our International opportunities please contact our Global group and apply online at ensignjobs.com. Call 1-888-3674460.

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P/T Substitute Carrier

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

ANNACIS ISLAND PAWNBROKERS open ‘till midnight 7 days a week. 604-540-1122. Cash loans for Jewellery, Computers, Smartphones, Games, Tools etc. #1041628 Fosters Way at Cliveden. annacisislandpawnbrokers.com.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

GET the BEST for your MOVING we are Licensed & Insured 24/7 Senior Discount 778-773-3737

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If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

GREENRIUDGE Landscaping pruning, power raking, aerating, lawn care packages. Spring specials call for a free estimate 604961-1299

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625 PETS (778)378-6683

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Interested applicants should email the Circulation Department at circulation@theprogress.com or call 604-702-5558.

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

Send resume to:

Email: hr@jakesconstruction.ca | Fax: 604-702-5609 03/14W_JC12

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

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Currently seeking F/T & P/T seasonal workers for all our Parks. Positions will commence in March, April, May or June and run until approximately the end of September. Variable shifts including evenings and weekends. All Parks - Park Attendants Duties will include park facilities maintenance, landscaping, fee collection, park information and park regulation compliance. All Parks - Park patrol Duties will include patrolling the park to ensure a safe environment for park users and collection of fees. Shifts will include some late evenings. Cultus Lake - Gatehouse Attendants Position is based at the Gatehouse and is responsible for welcoming guests to the park, providing information on reserved campsites, some fee collections and providing information to the public. Cultus Lake - Grounds Maintenance Duties include landscaping, maintenance and general upkeep of the Park. Sasquatch - F/T Grounds/Maintenance worker Duties will include maintaining the park and facilities, landscaping duties and some minor repair. Candidates for all positions should be mature, responsible and selfmotivated, have a positive attitude and enjoy working outdoors with the public. A valid BC driver’s licence is also required. To apply or for more information please contact Sea to Sky Park services Ltd at hr@mountseymour.com or fax to 1-604-986-2267 or visit our website at www.seatoskyparks.com 03/14F_STS7

DO YOU LOVE DOGS? We need loving foster homes for med.-lrg. sized dogs. 604.583.4237

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

Investment Opportunity!

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PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

EARN EXTRA CASH! Clean out your basement, closet, attic or garage and sell all those unwanted items. Place your ad with us today at 604-575-5555 Don’t keep good things you don’t use anymore. Bring them to light with an ad in the classifieds. C A L L T O D A Y........Cash tomorrow! Place your ad today! You’ll never believe how many good buys we can pack into one place! CASH IN on the Classifieds. No matter what you have to offer, you can find a buyer through the classifieds. FIRST TIME ADVERTISER? Let our professionally trained staff help you word an effective ad. Call us now. 604-575-5555

CLASSIFIED The matchmaker where buyers and sellers meet.

HOMES WANTED We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

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OPEN HOUSE MAR 9TH. 16748 85th Surrey, Gorgeous Fleetwood Home. 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 sq ft. Lot 6,069 sq ft. 18yrs old. A grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, and massive windows, Kitchen/family room are open concept. Family room shares a double fireplace with the den. Mountain view $649,999. For virtual tour: info@ barbraven.com Phone: 778-928-4524

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BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

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Cultus Lake, Chilliwack Lake & Sasquatch Provincial Parks

Chihuahua pups, vet check, 1st shots, male/female, very cute, $650. march 14. 604-794-5844

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BOLD FACE can make your ad stand out! A minimal charge for a good investment. Call us at 604-575-5555

Applications with full supporting documentation, including references to be forwarded to: Natalie Lowe‐Zucchet Secretary‐Treasurer School District #78 (Fraser‐Cascade) 650 Kawkawa Lake Road Hope, B.C. V0X 1L4 Email: lbjorge@sd78.bc.ca Fax: 604‐869‐7400

BERNAISE MOUNTAIN DOGS CROSS TIBETAN MASTIFF PUPS Bundles of fun. $700. No Sunday calls 604-794-7633, 604-819-3349

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Agassiz-2 bedroom apartment. Become a landlord and collect the rent. Or move in and enjoy all Agassiz has to offer; nearby parks, schools, senior’s hall & shopping. Newer appliances. Recently redecorated. Only $69,000 Phone 604-796-2351

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069

IT SYSTEMS PROGRAMER/ANALYST

Applicants must have related office training and/or experience as an administrative assistant, proficiency with intermediate level word processing and spreadsheets, as well as keyboarding skills of 60 words per minute. Experience in a school setting is an asset.

PETS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

IT SYSTEMS PROGRAMER/ANALYST

The successful candidate must have a strong knowledge of software development, with the ability to design, build and implement new software to improve and/or enhance our growing business needs. They must also be able to provide IT support to our team with current programs, create reports (Crystal/SSRS), install & upgrade software and maintain data bases. Systems and business processes design/analysis an asset. Offering competitive wages and career advancement for the right individuals.

School District #78 (Fraser-Cascade) has openings on the Casual Secretary list for qualified applicants willing to work on an as-needed basis in the Fraser-Cascade area including Boston Bar, Hope, Agassiz, and Harrison Hot Springs.

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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

HELP WANTED

APARTMENT/CONDOS

CONDO FOR SALE - 54 Ave & 203 St, Langley. $189,000. 1040 sq ft living space, 2 bed, 2 bath, computer nook, large mirrored closets, linen storage. W/D. Gas fireplace/electric heat. Lots of light, no hot sun. Quiet northeast corner. 28unit building. 604-317-9409 send2mike@shaw.ca

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2.7 all useable acres 1 km from Kamloops city limits. River and mnt views all studies complete, ready to build $299,900 (250) 318-8868

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This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to supplement their income.

Casual On-Call Secretary Required

RUBBISH REMOVAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

Jakes Construction Ltd has an opening for a

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The Chilliwack Progress is looking for a part-time Substitute Carrier to deliver open routes in the Chilliwack/Sardis area, two days per week. Must have a reliable vehicle and be available Wednesdays and Fridays for approximately 3-4 hours per day.

We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

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P/B blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665 KITTENS For Sale! Born Jan. 24 Call evenings: 604-796-9935 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

RENTALS RENT TO OWN

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STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-657-9422

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 533

FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

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SAWMILLS from only $4,897 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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March 13, 2014

Required at Cheam Village and Glenwood Care Centre located in Agassiz. If you are energetic, enthusiastic & enjoy working with older people please email your resume to: mwieringa@valleycare.info or fax to 604 796-9186

ESTHETIC SERVICES

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Resident Care Aides

HELP WANTED

MISC. WANTED

REAL ESTATE

.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

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FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

Pension Plan & Extended Beneﬁts Included

MEDICAL/DENTAL

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STEEL BUILDING SALE... BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT CONTINUED! 20X20 $3,915. 25X28 $4,848. 30X32 $6,339. 32X34 $7,371. 40X50 $12,649. 47X68 $16,691. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

LANDSCAPING

Positions available immediately for a local Industrial company!

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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AGASSIZ - Lrg. 2 bdrm Lynwood apt. Newer flooring, heat & covered parking incl. Ph. 604-795-9953 or 604-796-3832 to inquire. AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe Manor 1755 - #9 Hwy

Spacious and bright one 2 bdrm $779/m

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Harrison Hot Springs, 450 Esplanade Ave. waterfront 1 bdrm apt. n/p, f/s. avail. now $550/m, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-7920077

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HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated, $575 & $595/month includes utilities. Avail now. Call 604-8196422

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AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

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2000 DODGE NEON 4 door, auto, sedan, Aircared, low kms. ST#467. $2,500. 2001 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr, fully loaded. Only this week. ST#534 $2,900. 2001 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto loaded A/cared ST#518 $3,900. 2002 HONDA ACCORD 4 dr, fully loaded, lthr, Aircared, ST #516. Only this week! $3,900. 2003 CHEVY IMPALA 4 door, auto, loaded, ST#376. $3,900. 2001 KIA SEPHIA, 4 dr sedan, auto. Only 88K. Only this week. ST# 493. $3,995. 2001 FORD FOCUS 4dr auto, low k’s, loaded ST# 498 $3,995. 2005 CHEV UPLANDER 7 psg auto, a/c, fully loaded, long wheel base. ST#437. $4,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 2dr, auto Si, loaded. ST#497, $4,900. 2003 FORD ESCAPE 4dr, 4X4 auto. ST#377. Only this week! $4,900. 2006 SATURN ION 4 dr, auto, Aircared. ST#389. Only this week! $5,500. 2004 CHEV TRAILBLAZER 4X4, auto, 7pass. Aircared. ST #457.Only this week $6,900. 2007 DODGE CALIBER 4 dr, auto, loaded. ST#383 $7,500. 2004 FORD EXPLORER 4 door, 4X4, auto, 7 passenger, fully loaded, ST#470 $7,900. 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE, AWD, 4 dr, auto, only 140km, ST#371. Only this week! $8,900 2008 KIA MAZDA, 4 dr auto, fully loaded, ST#417. Only this week! $8,900. 2008 CHEV MALIBU. 4 door, auto, fully loaded. Only this week. ST#520 $8,900. 2009 DODGE AVENGER, 4dr fully loaded. Only this week. ST#532. $8,900. 2008 SATURN ASTRA 4 dr, h/back, sunroof, auto. ST#366. Only this week! $9,900. 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA, 4 dr, auto, sedan, very low kms, 82K only. ST#393. Only this week! $10,500. 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 pass, leather, runs good, ST#424. $10,900. 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr sedan, loaded, Only this week. No trade. ST#504. $10,900. 2008 JEEP COMPASS 4 door, auto, low km, only 83K kms, ST#447 this week $11,900. 2008 KIA Sportage, 4 door, auto, runs good. Only this week! $11,900. 2009 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, 5 passenger. ST#418. Only this week! $11,900. 2010 FORD ESCAPE 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. ST#487. Only this week! $11,900. 2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, loaded, 7 psgr. ST#428. Only this week! $13,900. 2007 GMC ACADIA 4 dr, 8 passenger, all wheel drive, runs good. ST#319. $14,900 2009 JETTA TDi 4 dr, auto, leather, fully loaded. ST#402. Only this week. $15,900. 2011 FORD ESCAPE, auto, 4 door, fully loaded. Only 20K, ST#471. $18,900.

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20 Agassiz Harrison Observer Thursday, March 13, 2014

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All liquor at or below Government Prices

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Wine

& Liquor Store

OUR T U O K C E CH SELECTION OF 9 WINES UNDER $

Copper Moon Rosé, Sauv Blanc, Cab Sauv

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complim m Every Friday after 4p

750ml

White Zinfandel 750ml

Moscato 750ml

FEATURE WINE

2050

Wiser’s Deluxe

Grey Goose

Fireball

Baja Rosa

750ml

1.14 L

750ml

85 5

Canadian

8 pack cans

Bud Light, Bud 24 pack cans

2485

agassizbeerandwine.com

604.796.2086 #108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz (Prospera Bank Mall)

2410

Stella Artois

12 pack bottles

Bud Light, Bud 15 pack cans

Canadian

3120

Bud

The Naked Grape

Grey Monk Pinot Noir

2050

BEER SALE 14

Dry Red, Dry White 750ml

Gallo Family

Grey Goose l’orange

Red, White

of $35

Peller Estates

Grey Monk Pinot Auxerrois

ceive a

Black Velvet Toasted Caramel

49 North

750ml

First 20 customers re

* Minimum purchase

Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to Agassiz Liquor Store.

2420

Molson Canadian 15 pack cans

2820

Molson Canadian Victory Bottle

4255

• All Prices Include Tax FREE ICE! & Deposit Always . • While Quantities Last • Delivery Cut Off 10:30 PM