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Ducks Invade Kicking Horse RCMP nab car thief before leaving town ...................................5

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Community Excellence Awards held gala .......................................15

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Eddie Leigan, Karl Dondaneau and Keefer Dondaneau round up the ducks on the Kicking Horse River last weekend for the annual Lions Club Duck Race. The winning ducks were Karen Whanstall (372), Debbie Gudjonson (153), and the last place booby prize wen to Duncan Bedford.

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Resident not thankful for destruction caused by vandals Rockets still struggling to find their first win ..................................17

Joel Tansey reporter@thegoldenstar.net There has been a startling number of incidents of vandalism in and around Golden over the past few months. From election signs, to the golf course, to the wall at Down Memory Lanes bowling alley that became an art project for the Golden Interact Club. The string of vandalism stretched south over the Thanksgiving weekend, affecting one local landowner and a contractor.

Unfortunately, Tim Weygandt is no stranger to acts such as these.

The isolated nature of rural properties like his makes them particularly vulnerable to crime.

A year ago he experienced a break in at his home 10 minutes south of Golden. The perpetrator(s) stole televisions, a stereo and an indoor jet pump among other items while Weygandt was away out of town.

According to him, many of his neighbours have complained of incidents of petty theft in recent years, from fuel to tools.

“Anything that can be stolen,” Weygandt said.

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GSS grads spend weekend making apple pies

Future 2016 graduates, parents, friends and staff spent Sunday making 1200 apple pies for the annual fundraiser. The money goes towards tge graduation celebrations for Golden Secondary School. The students and volunteers split up the duties, with some filling the pies, like Danae Barrault and Naomi Pettener-Lenstra (above left), and some peeling apples, like Raylen Tress (above right). There were also people rolling dough, cutting apples, and packaging the made pies.

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Council Notes: Golden location has been chosen for CSRD compost site Jessica Schwitek editor@thegoldenstar.net Solid Waste Management Ben Van Nostrand, with the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, was in town last week to talk to Town Council about the CSRD’s Solid Waste Management and Recycling programs.

There are 55,000 people in the regional district, being served by four landfills, including the one in Golden. There are also currently two composting sites (Salmon Arm and Revelstoke), and there are plans to open one up near the Golden landfill next year.

“About 5,000 tons of garbage gets burned in Golden every year,” said Van Nostrand, adding that one large construction project can spike that number in a given year. “What I’d like to do is get some better communication with some of these construction projects beforehand, and make sure they know about the recycling opportunities that are available.”

Landfills have a lifespan, and Van Nostrand wants to make sure that Golden gets the most out of theirs. It isn’t scheduled to close until 2098, but if enough recycling programs get taken advantage of, he hopes that Golden will never have to see the landfill close.

“I don’t want it to close ever,” he said. “We’re treating these sites like precious resources, and we need to make them last. Golden is fortunate that there is a lot of life left in it.”

Golden Fire Duty Truck Golden Town Council has approved the purchase of a new duty truck for Golden Fire Rescue.

Golden Fire Rescue has a “duty officer” rotation, which means that one officer is always on call and available. Other departments who don’t use this system have to hope that an officer is available when a call comes in. Chief Dave Balding calls it “luck of the draw.”

“This truck has multiple purposes, it carries equipment and personnel…It needs to be reliable,” said Balding.

The department found a truck at Kicking Horse Ford, a 2016 F-150 for a total of $39,474. The department has had a good history with Kicking Horse Ford, and the new truck would be consistent with the rest of their fleet.

“They have also, in recognition of the volunteer firefighters, offered to donate three years worth of maintenance on the truck,” said Balding.

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Property owner would like to see more co-operation among locals

Vandals destroyed about half an acre of wooded land on Tim Weygandt’s property over the Thanksgiving weekend after they broke into a pair of loaders, owned by the Gottler Bros.

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Sometime in the evening of Oct. 11, the day before Thanksgiving, what’s believed to be multiple perpetrators passed a closed

gate and rode ATVs onto Weygandt’s property and into his gravel pit. The individuals climbed into a pair of loaders, started them up and decimated a wooded area

of about half an acre on Weygandt’s land.

The loaders belong to the Gottler Bros., a local excavating and contractor service.

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it’s John Deere, Caterpillar…they’ve all got the same key for each one. Those keys are easy to obtain,” Randy Gottler said.

“When we discovered the machines it looked they’d been all over the (proerty)… both machines were parked nose to nose with their buckets in

the air trying to take the cabs off either one of them.”

Gottler estimates that approximately $4,000 worth of damage was done to his machines, which are each valued at $350,000.

“They bent some fenders on the machines.

They took all of the oil caps off and opened up all the doors. It looked to me like they were going to pour something down the engine…they kicked the windows in on my crushing unit out there and got inside there.

“The way they were running them around in the bush, that’s longterm damage that’ll come up down the road.”

Track marks were later discovered on a Mininstry of Transportation gravel pit adjacent to Weygandt’s property, indicating that the suspects may have gone for a joy ride.

“The nature of the whole thing implies that it was a joy ride, so that

implies somebody less mature. I don’t mean to single out young people or what have you, but it was a joy ride. Just malicious damage,” said Weygandt.

According to Cst. Spencer Lainchbury at the Golden-Field RCMP, police don’t have any leads at the moment and are asking anyone with any information to come forward and contact the RCMP or Crimestoppers.

Because both his and the MoT’s gravel pit aren’t far removed from Highway 95, but enough so that they can’t be seen from the road, Weygandt believes these are ideal locations for what he calls “pit parties”, like the one that appears to have occurred over Thanksgiving.

The closed and locked chain gate appears to have offered little in the way of deterrence for the perpetrators and Weygandt said he plans to install a series of trail cameras around his property. Cst.

Lainchbury said that some rural residents have begun setting up cameras around their property, which can assist police in identifying suspects.

As for what he’d like to see done in the future, Weygandt stressed that a collaborative effort among neighbours is the key to combatting petty crime. He says that he and his neighbours have a good relationship for the most part and that they keep an eye out for each other when they can, but that more can always be done.

“I would like to see all people in the valley get to know their neighbours…communicate, trade phone numbers, establish a rapport…rather than just being alone out there,” Weygandt said, citing a neighbourhood watch program taht worked well while he was living in Vernon.

“In my situation, there’s (nothing) for help other than my neighbours.”

Golden restaurant ready to change hands Faith Dusevic Chamber of Commerce Apostoles is a family run restaurant specializing in Greek cuisine. The restaurant, and its owners, has been a pinnacle part of Golden for over 25 years. The restaurant has changed buildings three times, with customers always following.

“We have always taken pride in giving our customers the best. Our philosophy is to start with the best ingredients and enhance their true flavours,” Nico says.

Cathy, a Golden local since Grade 2, runs the front end of the restaurant while Nico, who has cooked in Golden for 33 years, runs the kitchen. The two have created a stamp in the community for an authentic dining experience with options for everyone. They have witnessed the changes in Golden and have grown with it.

The two also recently developed two apartment rentals over their restaurant, which has been contributing to their success. This has truly allowed Apostoles to become not only a business, but a lifestyle.

“Living above the restaurant is great; we wish we were able to have this when the kids were little,” Cathy says.

Now, after 25 years serving Golden, the family is ready to hand over the reins.

“Operating our own business has allowed our family many opportunities. Golden has been great to raise our kids; they have been able to be part of many programs over the years. Being self-employed has made my schedule flexible enough to give back to those programs and to be part of my children’s lives.”

“We want to sell so we can slow down. Retirement sounds nice, and having time to spend with the grandchildren would be a bonus.”

Cathy says that “the person, or family, that buys this business will need to have a passion for people.” She goes on to explain that “the key to success is genuinely caring about the quality you give all people. It’s caring about the people, and the community, that has made owning this business such a blessing and has allowed us to be successful.”

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RCMP Report: Police apprehended car thief with spike belt Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Vehicles Passing School Buses Police continue to receive several complaints of vehicles passing school buses that have their stop lights and sign activated.

“Vehicles must come to a stop and remain stopped until all lights and the stop sign have de-activated,” said Cst. Spencer Lainchbury.

Drunk Gets into Wrong Bed Police were called to a local hotel on October 5 after a heavily intoxicated male is believed to have confused which room he was staying in, crawling into the wrong bed with one of his co-workers.

The co-worker contacted police and the male was lodged in cells until sober. Police were then called back the following day to assist the male with removing his belongings after he was evicted from the hotel for his actions the previous night.

Police also dealt with the male two days later when it was reported that he was harassing staff and customers at a local gas station. The male was given a warning to stay off the property and advised police at that time he was leaving town.

Man Passed out on Street A local male spent an evening in jail after police received a report that a male was passed out on 9th Street North.

Upon arrival police were able to wake the male who was heavily intoxicated. The male was lodged in cells until sober.

Stolen Bike A dark blue Norco kids bicycle is believed to have been stolen from outside Lady Grey Elementary School on October 7.

The bicycle has a “Higher Ground” sticker on top of the frame. Anyone who may have seen the bicycle is asked to contact the Golden-Field RCMP at 250-3442221 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Snowmobile Taken in B&E Police are asking anyone with information regarding a break and enter to contact them after a garage in Nicholson was entered on October 7.

A snowmobile that was parked inside was then stolen. The sled is described as a yellow and black 2010 800X Summit. Other items were also taken during the incident.

Tourist Reported Girlfriend Missing On October 8, police were contacted by a male visiting from Alberta who stated that his girlfriend was missing.

Police attended and spoke with the male who stated the two had been drinking together the previous

night and when he woke up he did not know where his girlfriend had gone.

Police were able to locate the girlfriend a short time later, who reported that she had stayed at a different residence overnight and that she would find alternate transportation back to Alberta.

A few hours later the male was seen driving in town.

A traffic stop was conducted with the vehicle and the male was still exhibiting signs of intoxication.

The male provided samples of his breath into a roadside alcohol screening device, which registered ‘fail.’

The male’s driver’s licence was then suspended for 90 days along with a 30 day vehicle impoundment.

Slashed Tires A local couple had three of four tires on their vehicle slashed during the night of October 14, while the vehicle was parked in their driveway just off of 10th Avenue North.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Golden-Field RCMP or Crimestoppers.

Bus Passenger Removed A 66 year-old male from Vernon was escorted off the Greyhound Bus on October 10 after the driver requested he be removed for being intoxicated. The male, who did not know anyone in town, was lodged in cells until sober and then released.

Medical Supplies Stolen On October 19, the Golden-Field RCMP received a report that a bag containing several medical supplies including a hearing aid was stolen from one of the local hotels.

Anyone with information is asked to contact local police or Crimestoppers.

Art Vandalized at Seniors Centre Police were called on October 21 after a local artist noticed that several of her paintings had been slashed while they were on display at the Seniors Centre.

The artist advised that the incident had occurred sometime over the last few weeks. Anyone with information regarding the vandalism is asked to contact police or Crimestoppers.

Unruly Greyhound Passengers The Golden-Field RCMP received a complaint of two unruly Greyhound passengers on October 22.

The male and female had been making other passengers uncomfortable and were asked to get off the bus by the driver.

The passengers then refused to get off and began yelling and swearing at the driver. Once advised that police would be called the two grabbed their bags and departed on foot.

Police were able to locate the two in a nearby parking lot and they advised that they would be waiting for family to come pick them up. No further issues were reported.

Traffic Services: Stolen Vehicle Located Police were called during the morning of October 15 after it was reported that a vehicle had just been stolen from outside a gas station on 10th Avenue South.

Police quickly responded and were able to locate the stolen vehicle on Highway 1 just east of town. Traffic Services officers attempted to stop the stolen vehicle, which then refused to stop for police.

A spike belt was deployed, causing the vehicle to come to a stop just before the Highway 1 and 95 intersection. A 44 year- old male from Calgary was arrested in relation to the theft and was held for court.

The male then pleaded guilty to several charges including theft of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen property, and failing to comply with previously imposed conditions and is currently serving his jail sentence.

Three 90-Day Prohibitions Handed Out Police with the Golden Traffic Services unit have issued three 90 day Immediate Roadside Prohibitions since the beginning of October after police allege that the drivers failed roadside alcohol screening device tests.

The driver’s also had their vehicles impounded for 30 days.

Driver Caught Going 55km Over Limit A driver had their vehicle impounded on October 12 after police with the Traffic Services unit allege that they were travelling 155 km/h in a posted 100 km/h zone.

The driver was also issued a Violation Ticket for $368.00.

Police Prepare for Busy Halloween The Golden-Field RCMP are preparing for a busy Halloween this year as the evening falls on a Saturday night.

“Although we don’t usually see a ton of issues during Halloween, we have scheduled extra staff to work during the evening in the event there is an increased call volume,” said Cst. Lainchbury.

Police will also be doing a safety presentation to students at Alexander Park Elementary School this week, and would like to remind parents and kids of the following safety tips: - Walk, don’t run - Stay on the sidewalk if possible or on the left side of the road facing traffic - Never walk out between cars to cross the street - Visit houses on one side of the street at a time - Wear clothing with reflective markings or tape - Only approach houses that have the outside lights turned on - Trick-or-treat in groups - Never enter a stranger’s home or car for a treat - Although tampering is rare, tell children to bring their candy home to be inspected before consuming anything

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Well-Deserved Honour

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Wednesday, October 28, 2015 The Golden Star

Health Care Editor,

Golden gathered at the Civic Centre this past weekend to celebrate excellence in the community, and the business community in particular.

The room was so packed you could barely walk around, squeezing in between tables.

This tells me that - I SURMISE people are excited

By Jessica Schwitek about what’s going on in the community, and are happy to be out celebrating it.

Of course it was more than just the businesses who were honoured that night. Volunteers and volunteer organizations were given a moment in the spotlight.

And although I usually don’t like to single anyone out, there is one organization that has seen tremendous growth in the four years I have lived here.

Little Mittens Animal Rescue had just gotten off the ground in 2011, officially being recognized as a non-profit.

Founder Alannah Knapp had seen a problem around town, with the feral cat population out of control.

These cats were causing property damage, spreading disease, and living a miserable existence. And their population was growing exponentially.

Knapp, along with some other volunteers, spent the first two years running the cat rescue from home.

Since then the organization has grown to have a full executive, their own shelter space (owned by the municipality), and have dozens, if not hundreds, of cat adoptions to be proud of. Not to mention all the feral kittens who were not born in the first place due to their trap-neuter-release efforts.

The organization has single-handedly made a difference in the community, and their efforts have resulted in a noticeable decrease in feral cats around Golden.

The Little Mittens crew filled a table at the awards dinner.

And not only did they provide a heartfelt acceptance speech (delivered by Knapp), they also joined the entertainment on stage later in the evening for an improv game.

It showed just how valuable it is to publicly recognize how much hard work volunteers in the community do.

It’s the business and volunteer community together who make Golden what it is.

We need a Stronger Federal Government Role in Health Care!

It is unfortunate that our Canadian Government has abandoned it’s leadership role when it comes to Canada’s Public Medicare System. Said Federal NDP Health Critic, Libby Davies: “The federal government must work with the provinces to create health care reforms that ensure that Canadians continue to receive quality health care, and that this standard of care is guaranteed across the country. Canadians deserve equal access to affordable medications, team-based primary care clinics with doctors, nurses and allied health professionals; care across their lifespan; and preventative health education and resources.”

Our Prime Minister and the Federal Health Minister should call for a First Ministers Meetings with all the Provincial and Territorial Premiers and Health Ministers in negotiating a new National Health Accord and expand and strengthen the Canada Health Act by implementing National Standards, especially for Home Care, Pharmacare, and Medical or Assistive Devices(including Ostomy and Diabetic supplies). Unfortunately, not once has Prime Minister Harper ever called for a National First Ministers Health Conference during his whole term in office (2006 - 2015)!

In his March 28, 2014 email message, Federal NDP Opposition Leader, Thomas Mulcair states: “New Democrats are urging the Harper govern-

ment to work out a deal to ensure that every Canadian has access to physician and hospital care when they need it regardless of the where they live, their economic or social status. This was the vision of Tommy Douglas who believed that health services ought not to have a price-tag on them, and that people should be able to get whatever health services they required irrespective of their individual capacity to pay?

“We know that there is an important leadership role for the federal government in health care delivery. The federal government should be providing a stable funding formula for the Canada Health Transfer, ensuring that all provinces and territories can provide a high standard of care and honour the Canada Health Act. “But, instead of providing leadership and properly funding our health care system, the Conservatives are slowly strangling it. They’re changing the way they divide federal health transfers, leaving some provinces worse off. They unilaterally imposed 36 billion dollars in cuts to health care funding and continue to refuse to negotiate with the provinces and territories on the health accords.

“The result of all these Conservative cuts and inaction? Canadians will face a diminished health care system: even longer wait times, unequal standards of care across provinces and territories, reduced front-line services, continued inflation in drug costs and reduced access to home care and long-term care.”

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Golden point of view

Are you worried about the possible effects of El Nino on the upcoming winter?

A leash full of stingers to the owner of the adorable black puppy that I had to put on my brakes for at an intersection. GET A LEASH and put it ON THE DOG, otherwise it may not be long for this world.

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“No. I used to ski a little bit but I’d be happy with a mild winter.�

“No because I’m hardly ever here.

But I hope it doesn’t affect the town.�

“I’m hoping that the coast has no snow and that we get all of the snow.

I want to see lots of snow on our mountain.�

Go to www.thegoldenstar.net to have your say.

Stingers to people who don’t vote. It is our duty as citizens of a democratic nation!

A lovely star to all of the award winners at the Chamber of

Commerce’s awards night on Saturday.

A sky full of spooky stars to Golden’s Rotary Interact Club for an amazing job putting on the annual Children’s Halloween Party at the Rec Plex!

Stingers to noisy neighbours who don’t have any courtesy for others.

Stars to the Town of Golden for keeping the tennis nets up well into

October.

Stars to the Chamber for hosting an excellent awards night with some great entertainment and some amazing food!

Stingers to people who don’t treat others with the respect that they deserve. Shame!

Stars to Katie for hosting an awesome postThanksgiving turkey dinner. Awesome job!

Email your Stars and Stingers to editor@thegoldenstar.net

Connect for your health It’s apple pie time for the grads at GSS Interior Health Submitted What is the most essential ingredient of a fulfilling and healthy life? What are we all searching for as we engage in the frenetic pace of life? For many of us it is the feeling of belonging.  Social scientists refer to this internal need we all have to feel like we belong as social connectedness.

How can something so natural and essential to a health-filled life sound so complicated and unappealing? Perhaps it’s because we have to be told by others that we need to introduce this quality into our daily lives and that makes us uncomfortable. Let’s face it we already know we should be doing it but it’s just not that easy and in some ways it seems to be getting harder.

Our communities have evolved to embrace cars and not people. Now we find we must look to the past in order to find what was good for us in the first place – like walkable neighbourhoods and access to nature.

The same can be said for connecting with others. We now embrace technology and independence not togetherness. To feel truly connected to others we may need to re-think our social (or unsocial) habits and replace them with meaningful face to face human connection and frankly that can feel awkward, risky and unnatural.

Perhaps it’s time to show people we like them by using our voices, lending a real hand and not just clicking a thumb!   There is a strong correlation between social connection (there’s that word again) and physical health. According to the new provincial Planh health guide, belonging to social groups and networks is just as important in predicting health outcomes as diet and exercise. Let’s reintroduce friendliness, helpfulness, cooperation, and interdependence into our conversations and pastimes. It’s good for our health and it’s good for our communities.Â

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Iris Trask Principal of GSS, GAS On Sunday, October 25th, grade 12 students and their parents, along with teacher sponsors, Mr. Jens Seidemann and Mrs. Rebecca Pilon spent the day creating delicious apple pies to fill over 1300 orders! A huge thanks to Kicking Thyme Caterers for offering to make the pastry for our grads. It was a day of fun, togetherness, and productivity. Feedback from many of the parents included the fact that the grads were a very well-mannered and dedicated group of young people.

A huge, heartfelt thanks to all of the volunteers who helped on this major fundraiser!!! If you are interested in purchasing an apple pie, there are still some available just drop by the high school with your $7 per pie between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm.

The last fundraiser for our grads is the Fall Dance which is tonight at the high school, 6:30-10:30.

Grads have been selling tickets, will be decorating, and then cleaning up after the dance is fin-

ished. Parents have signed up for the coat check and supervising the dance. Another huge thanks to helping make this event possible for our students!

Today is “Take Me Outside� day for schools across BC. At GSS/ GAS, every day is a take me outside day as our teachers plan numerous opportunities for learning outside. These range from formal field trips like the Rock Climbing, Canoeing, and Mountain Biking Outdoor Education trips to informal trips such as the sampling collecting expedition of Science 10 classes and the field units of the PE classes. Of particular note, all of our Grade 8 students recently participated in the ‘Know Your Watershed’ project, which is funded and supported by the Columbia Basin Trust. Overall feedback from our students about being outside shows a huge interest in maintaining and increasing these kinds of outdoor experiences.

In the world of sports, our Boys’ Soccer Team is wrapping up their successful and busy schedule, our Bantam Girls’ Volleyball is host-

ing the East Kootenay Championship November 6-7, our Junior Girls’ Volleyball is wrapping up their season, and our Swim Team has participated in one swim meet and is scheduled for another.

Gearing up are our Basketball teams as their season starts in November. Soon after that will be our Ski/Snowboard Team, assuming that the weather cooperates with some of the white stuff on the ski hill!

Our interims have been distributed to parents and interviews are happening this week. Parents, if you would like to book an interview and haven’t yet, please call the school at 344-2201 as there is still one more day - Thursday 2:154:00 - and there may be some times available. Our first term ends on November 13th and formal report cards will be issued about three weeks following that date.

If you would like to speak with me about our school community, please email me at iris.trask@sd6. bc.ca or call me at 250-344-2201. I really appreciate working in partnership with parents and the community!

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Events & Entertainment Calendar

Memorial Service Ormond (Orm) Braisher October 25, 2015

The Braisher family is saddened to announce the passing of Ormond Braisher on October 25, 2015. A service will be held at the Senior Centre on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 1:00pm.

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Injur y Reduction Program every Tuesday (6:45-8pm) and Thursday 7:15-8:30pm) at LGES. Free program for athletes 9 and up.

Wed, Oct. 28

Golden Public Health presents Baby Talk for new parents and kids every Wed., 1:30-3pm in the Early Learning Centre. 12 months and under. 250-344-3001 for more info.

Hapkido Martial Arts Wed., Arena Lounge 6-7pm (kids) 7:158:15pm (adults).

Parent and Tot Play Group Wed. 10:30am12pm at the Rec Plex.

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Public Skate every Wednesday from 7-8pm at the Golden Arena.

Badminton Wednesdays 7-9pm at the Rec Plex.

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CBT Open House at CBT office on Oct. 28 from 11am-2pm. Learn about new strategic priorities.

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7:30-9:30pm at the Rec Plex.

Bridge Club every Thur. at the Senior’s Centre 1-4pm. 250-344-5448.

Mountain Magic Quilters Guild Thur., 7:30-9pm in the GSS sewing room.

New members/guests welcome, annual membership is $25.

Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub every Thursday.

A.A Meetings Thursdays, at the Family Centre, 421 9th Ave N. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.

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male teens (12-18) every Thursday 3:45-5:30pm.

Cribbage at the Golden Seniors Centre every Thursday from 1-3pm.

Golden Toastmasters Fridays, 7pm at College of the Rockies.

English Language Classes, free! Tue. & Thur. 10am-12pm. 3448392 to register.

Golden Nordic Ski Club AGM, Thurs. Oct. 29 at 7pm in the GSS Library

Fri, Oct. 30

A.A Meetings Fridays at the Lutheran Church basement 915 - 9th St S. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.

Golden Youth Centre drop-in Fridays from 3:307:30pm.

Friday Night Bridge at 7pm at St. Andrew’s Centre for Peace. 250344-5448.

Mother Goose Program Fri. 10:30-11:30am at the Early Years Centre.

Snacks are included.

Special Olympics “FUNdamentals” youth program Fri. 9-10am at APES. For children 7-12 years with intellectual disabilities. Call 250919-0757 for info.

Grab a Granny and Go every Friday from 10-11am at Durand Manor.

Meat Draw at the Golden Legion every Friday at 5:30pm.

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A.A Meetings Sat. at the Golden Museum. All meetings are open and start at 8pm.

Saturday Lego Club at the Library from 11am12pm for all school aged children.

Meat Draw at the Golden Legion every Saturday at 5:30pm.

Free Food Skills program every Saturday .at 10am

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Parson Kids Club Halloween Party on Oct. 31 in Parson.

Daylight Savings turn your clock back an hour at midnight.

43rd Annual Halloween Bonfire at Tom Kelley Memorial Park (1707 Oberg Johnson Rd at 7pm Oct. 31.

Sun, Nov. 1

Sunday Howl open mic at the Wolf’s Den Sundays 4-8pm.

Magic the Gathering Game Tournament 12-5pm at Bizarre Entertainment.

GMHA Officials Clinic learn how to officiate at Golden Minor Hockey games on Nov. 1 from 9am-1pm. Register at www.goldenhockey.com.

Mon, Nov. 2

Heroclix League 6-9pm Mondays at Bizarre Entertainment.

Picnic in the Park Play & Chat Mondays from 11:30am-1:30pm at the Alexander Park Elementary playground.

N.A. Meetings Mon. in the Library basement.

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Golden Youth Centre drop-in every Monday from 5-8pm.

Nicholson Parent & Tot Mondays from 9-11am at Nicholson School.

Crafts at the Seniors Centre every Monday from 1--3pm.

Art classes at the Golden Seniors Centre every Monday from 10am-3pm.

Hapkido Martial Arts Mon., Arena Lounge 6-7pm (kids) 7:158:15pm (adults).

Al-Anon Group meets Mondays at the Women’s Centre from 6-7pm. 3446492 for more info.

Badminton Mondays 7-8:30pm at the Rec Plex.

Bring your own racket.

Tues, Nov. 3 A.A Meetings Tues. at the United Church 901 11th Ave S. Alley Ent. All meetings are open and

start at 8pm.

Golden Youth Centre drop-in Tuesdays from 3:30-7:30pm.

Dungeons & Dragons 3.5 Edition Tuesdays 6-9pm at Bizarre Entertainment.

FREE Settlement Services to help newcomers to Canada with English training, citizenship, community resources, banking, housing, and more! Tues. 1-3pm. 250344-8392.

Golden Shotokan Karate Tues. & Thurs. 6-6:45pm (kids) 7-8:30pm (adults).

Grab a Granny and Go, Tuesdays at 3:30pm at Durand Manor.

T.O.P.S (take off pounds sensibly) Family Centre, Tue., 6-7pm. 344-7228, 344-6492 for more details.

English Language Classes, free! Tue. & Thur. 10am-12pm. 3448392 to register.

Upcoming Events Free Flu Clinic on Nov. 4 from 10am to 5pm at Mount 7 Rec Plex.

Free Job Skills Workshop on Nov. 4 and 5. Includes lunch. Call 250-344-5413 to register.

Christine Tassan at the Golden Civic Centre on Nov. 6 at 7:30pm.

Golden Rockets vs the Creston Valley Thundercats on Nov. 6 at 7:30pm at the Golden Arena.

Golden Ski Swap and Snowshow on Nov. 7 from noon to 4pm at the Mount 7 Rec Plex.

Fall Tea and Bake Sale at the Seniors Centre on Nov. 7 from 1:30-3:30pm.

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Remembrance Day Services will be held on Nov. 11 at the Golden Cenotaph by Town Hall at 11am.

World Diabetes Day at the Rec Plex on Nov. 13 from 11:30am-1:30pm.

Come see presentation on healthy eating.

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Gentlemen’s Leisure Club hosting annual Ski Swap on Nov. 7 Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Next Saturday Golden will get a taste of the upcoming winter season with two events.

The Gentlemen’s Leisure Club of Golden is bringing back their annual Ski Swap and Snowshow at the Mount 7 Rec Plex. As usual, there is no commission taken on sold goods (just a flat rate of $2 or $4 per item), and admission is free to come out and celebrate the upcoming winter.

The swap is from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday Nov. 7, with gear drop off taking place the evening before. And the Snowshow, where you can check out the newest gear from retailers and some of your favourite brands is from noon to 4 p.m.

But don’t head home after that. The Golden premiere of the TGR film Paradise Waits will be at the Golden Civic Centre at 8 p.m. The premiere is being hosted by the Golden Alpine Rippers (GNAR) to raise funds for building and maintaining a jump site for the club. Proceeds from liquor sales will also be donated to the Golden and District Search and Rescue.

Tickets for the movie are $10, and are available at the door, or at GNAR’s booth at the Ski Swap.

The film, brought to you by the acclaimed Teton Gravity Research team, takes you from Alaska, to Japan, back to Boston, and features a segment from our favourite hill, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.

Paradise Waits will premiere at the Golden Civic Centre on Nov. 7 in support of Golden Alpine Rippers (GNAR). The film by TGR features a segment from Golden.

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The Net Result: Circle delivers with thrills, social commentary Joel Tansey reporter@thegoldenstar.net I can’t quite put my finger on why, but I actually enjoyed Circle, a rather low budget psychological thriller that offers some surprisingly poignant commentary on both social issues and human survival instincts.

The film opens with 50 strangers waking up in a mysterious room. A few of them try to move and are instantly electrocuted. Soon, the remaining people discover that every two minutes they are supposed to vote on who they think should die. The person with the most votes is then executed, and the

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“game” moves forward.

The group gradually develops a strategy with regards to who it eliminates, voting off the oldest individuals first, until it comes time to eliminate a 52 yearold woman and an uproar begins among other middleaged individuals.

It is later determined that the last individual standing will likely survive the ordeal, as they find out that it is impossible to vote for yourself.

The group decides that a pregnant woman and a 10 year-old girl are most worthy of being saved and the group begins to vote off others accordingly.

Meanwhile, numerous arguments and issues come to the forefront, particularly after several visible minorities are killed off in succession. The morality of many of the individuals are also explored, with one convicted criminal deemed unfit to continue and another bigot killed off after a racist rant.

Circle is a simple film, very much in the same genre as the legal classic 12 Angry Men. There is some evidence of its status as a low budget flick, particularly when it comes to the rather datedlooking special effects that are used to kill off the chosen individuals. Despite that, the

acting performances, from a mostly unfamiliar cast, are rather solid and the script is compelling.

In the end, I think I enjoyed the movie because it was rather simple in scope and context but offered solid entertainment value.

Because of the nature of a new person dying every couple minutes, there was hardly a lull throughout, barely an opportunity for the audience to catch its collective breath.

I’ll give Circle 8 mouse clicks out of 10.

An ensemble cast mostly shines in The Circle, a psychological thriller with a sociological undertone.

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Bergenham Refuge gets new sign off Highway 1 The Bergenham Refuge west of Golden received a new sign detailing the history behind the 493 acre refuge. John and Brita Bergenham raised their nine children on this property after moving to Canada from Sweden in 1892. The land was donated to the Province in 1973 and was designated as wildlife refuge. Pictured are descendants of the Bergenham family (from left) Wendy Duncan, Jean Blaine, Jacquie Percevall and Lewis Bergenham.

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2015/2016 Truck and Equipment Registration The Town of Golden may be hiring the following trucks and equipment for snow removal and general work for the 2015/2016 year: Tandem Dumps, Graders, Backhoe/Loaders, Loaders, Excavators, and Other Construction Equipment.

Interested parties are invited to submit equipment rental rates for snow removal and general work. Rates are to cover the period of November 15th, 2015 to November 14th, 2016. All previously listed equipment must be re-registered. Registration forms may be picked up at Town Hall or downloaded from the website’s ‘Forms and Applications’ section found at: www.golden.ca/Document-Library/Forms-and-Applications.aspx and submitted to Town Hall.

For more information, please contact Town Hall at enquiries@golden.ca or call 250-344-2271.

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federal election win Joel Tansey reporter@thegoldenstar.net

The federal election turned out to be much more decisive than expected on a national level, with the Liberals rolling to a majority win and a historic turnaround from their dismal showing in 2011. Locally, however, the race couldn’t have been much closer.

“I like the arts, I like drama.

That was maybe a little bit too much drama for one night,” said Wayne Stetski of the NDP. In fact, Stetski saw many of his supporters go to bed discouraged only to wake up to see that their candidate had pulled off a surprising turnaround.

Stetski trailed incumbent Conservative MP David Wilks by over 1,000 votes as the early polls were tallied up on Oct. 19, which didn’t come as a complete shock for the former mayor of Cranbrook.

“We were waiting for the entire riding to be heard from. We knew that, while there is strength and support throughout the riding, that the West Kootenay numbers were very solidly going to be in our favour,” Stetski said, add-

ing that his volunteers in Nelson would report that seven or eight out of ten individuals said they would be voting for him.

As the night wore on, Stetski found himself back in the race, trading slim leads with Wilks as the night wore on.

According to Stetski, Golden’s numbers were late coming in as well and he was confident that he’d have good support in Golden.

“It was a bit disconcerting because you do write two speeches on election night…I had them both prepared,” he said.

The final result saw Stetski take the seat by just 285 votes and break what had been a stronghold for the right, dating back to the Reform Party in the early ‘90s.

“Part of it was a lot of really hard work. I knocked on over 1,000 doors. I had canvassers knocking on thousands more doors throughout the riding…there was also of course the number one thing I heard at the door was that Stephen Harper had to go,” Stetski said.

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Halloween party serves up a scare for kids and parents alike Ghosts, goblins and ghouls descended upon the Mount 7 Rec Plex for the Town of Golden’s annual Halloween Spooktacular party for kids on Saturday Oct. 24. The Town partnered with the Interact Club of Golden to host the event, which included pumpkin mini-golf, a haunted house, Halloween-style arts and crafts and, of course, plenty of candy. A costumed public skate followed the party.

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Snow Tires are a worthy investment Automotive experts say that snow tires are a worthy investment that improve maneuverability and stopping power on winter roads. Many people leave all-season tires on their vehicles throughout the year, but snow tires may help decrease snow-related accidents and may even help drivers save money on their auto insurance.

Consumer Reports says that autumn is the best time to buy snow tires. As drivers prepare their vehicles for winter, the following snow tire tutorial can shed some light on why driving in winter is safer with snow tires.

• Snow tires are particularly helpful for people who cannot wait for roads to be cleared before they begin their days.

Snow tires provide greater traction in wet, snowy or slushy conditions. Snow tires provide ample grip and make it easier for cars to turn corners and stop on slick roads.

• As the mercury falls, the rubber used to make traditional tires can become hard and less pliable, compromising its ability to grip the road. However, many snow tires are made with a specialized rubber that remains supple even in very cold temperatures, making it easier for the tire to hug the roadways even when those roads are in poor condition.

• People who live in very cold climates and areas where snow and ice dominate the landscape for several months per year often find all-season tires are inadequate and likely to slip. Snow tires make for safer alternatives in such regions.

• Snow tires are typically manufacturered the previous summer, meaning inventory is finite, according to Consumer Reports. Drivers who wait until the first snowstorm to purchase their snow tires may encounter limited inventory and find it difficult to locate the right size tire for their vehicles. That’s why it’s important to shop early.

• Retire snow tires earlier than you would all-season tires. Snow tires lose almost all of their effectiveness once they reach 6/32-inch deep tread.

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While pursuing a career in electrical engineering, Christine Tassan made what she calls a “scary” decision: she decided to become a fulltime musician, a job she had dreamed of since she was a child.

“It was a bit scary, that’s why it took me so long to decide,” she said.

“I really needed to do the change and I really wanted to do something professional with that.”

Over a decade later the French-born performer, who is now based in Montreal, has clearly made it. Tassan performs with a variety of different groups and musicians, but is best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for Christine et les Imposteurs, an all-female gypsy jazz quartet. “(Gypsy jazz) is music that everybody can appreciate even if you don’t know gypsy jazz or jazz in general. It is dancing music, swing music, so it has a lot of energy so I think it is part of the success of the band,” Tassan said.

Gypsy jazz is a world that’s dominated by male musicians - les Imposteurs translates to The Imposters - giving the group a unique voice in the genre.

“We feel like imposters in that world…There

are very few women in jazz in general and very few in gypsy jazz so for me it’s important to show that we can have an all-woman band and play. Very often girls come to see us and they are very interested…they see that other women can do it so for a young woman, I think it’s important,” Tassan said.

Altogether the band has produced four albums, including 2014’s C’est L’Heure de L’Apero.

Despite the fact that their lyrics are almost exclusively in French, Tassan’s group has recently broken into markets outside of Quebec.

They’ll be stopping in Golden on Nov. 6 as part of the Live Kicks concert series, which is part of an extensive western Canadian tour this fall. The group already has another tour across B.C. and Alberta lined up for February of next year.

“I think that since we do a lot of instrumental songs, we cross the barrier of language,” Tassan said. “Also I think that French songs are really appreciated even by an English audience. We also have some songs in English, so I think that Anglophones really appreciate that.”

For more information on the group’s upcoming show in Golden, visit kickinghorseculture.ca.

“There are very few women in jazz in general and very few in gypsy jazz so for me it’s important to show that we have an allwoman band an play.”

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Some of the award winners to the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards gathered outside for a group photo (above). The gala event was emceed by Glen Ewen (top right). Alannah Knapp and Jamie Crawford (right), accepted the Mayor’s Award for Little Mittens Animal Rescue. They were joined on stage with several of the organization’s other volunteers.

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Chamber winners are announced Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Community Excellence Awards Gala this past weekend. The evening was catered by Whitetooth Bistro, and entertainment was provided by DJ MihajicTouch and the improv duo of Michael Roik and Stephanie Herrera.

However the highlight of the evening was the awards to honour Golden’s businesses, organizations and individuals.

The winners are: Peter Bowle Evans Award - Rotary Club of Golden Town of Golden Volunteer Award - Mary Clampitt Tourism Hospitality Award - Auberge Kicking Horse B&B and Glacier Rafting Company Business of the Year - Golden IGA Employee of the Year - Kristie Norquay - Element Therapeutics Employer of the Year - Carter Lindsay - McDonalds New Business of the Year - Eat Pure Mountain Market Culinary Award - Nagomi Sushi Business Beautification Award - Element Therapeutics Trade Excellence Award - Selkirk Electric Professional Services Award - Element Therapeutics Home Based Business Award - Pretty Flour Mayor’s Award - Little Mittens Animal Rescue Association Golden Nuggets: Best Indoor or Window Display - Minoldo Nail Design and Beauty Bar Best Kept Storefront - Plain Wayne & Jane Best Pint Served - The Golden Taps Best Coffee Served - Bean Bag Coffee Roasters Best Breakfast Served - Big Bend Cafe Best Burger Served - The Wolf’s Den Best Business for Team Sponsors - Tim Horton’s Best Hanging Basket or Potted Plant - Kicking Horse Movies Best Patio - Turning Point Restaurant Best Hairdresser - Letitia Huston Most Friendly Cashier or Sales Person - Janet Ingram (Overwaitea) Best Professional Photographer - Kat Hatford Photography

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TBTP: Metis family had a local connection with Conner family

- Turning Back the Pages By Colleen Palumbo

While doing a bit of research on a Metis family named Berard I realised there was a connection to a Golden family, the Conners. This connection is through John Conner’s wife Catherine. The following is a story written by Minnie Fish about the

Conner family for the 1958 version of Golden Memories.

Mr. John Wallace Conner came from Calgary in 1883.

He had a contract for building a portion of the C.P.R. at Golden. In 1884, he returned to Calgary and brought his

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wife, who was formerly Catherine Berrault, back. They travelled on horseback down the old tote road which cut through the present Legion Cemetery, and down through the gully at the back of what was the Conner property next to the Trans-Canada and from there to the Moodie property (Golden Arms Hotel).

John Conner farmed for many years. He raised cattle to sell beef. To extend the family income, he cut wood to sell locally in town for five dollars a load. This was cut into stove lengths.

He employed four or five teamsters to assist him with his wood business.

To the Conners was born a family of six.

Mrs. Fish recalled the days when the doctor was brought from Donald in a handcar. For this trip, he charged twenty-five dollars. On one occasion, the stork managed to outwit the

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doctor. John Conner had summoned him from Donald to be present at the birth of his son, Tom. While the doctor was at their home, Mr. Moodie came there to call the doctor to attend his wife for the birth of Stanley Moodie, (a former sheriff in Vancouver).

Mrs. Fish remembered her father speaking of the first hospital erected close to Hospital Creek.

This canvas hospital housed the sick or the injured of the early construction. During those days, too, was the smallpox epidemic. The cemetery was not too far from this hospital. In fact, it was on the site of the old slaughter house that belonged to John Conner. (The TransCanada passes over this site today). When John Conner was digging the foundation for this slaughter house, he unearthed an old casket. Above the Legion Cemetery was once the police barracks which was a log building. Beside this was the corral where the Mounties kept their horses.

This was a very busy spot in 1893.

Mrs. Fish remembered the smelter on

Hospital Creek that operated only a few hours. She recalled how one man gazed for a long time at a brick of this shining copper and said how he would like to have his coffin lined with that metal.

Mrs. Minnie Gertrude Fish (Conner) was born on May 5, 1893, and was educated in Golden. She married Wilbur Fish in 1914. She worked for the “Golden News,” a small flyer-type newspaper before the First World War and then worked at the Golden Star when it was purchased by her husband in 1920. Wilbur and Minnie had two sons, Dennie now in Calgary, and Stanley in Merritt.

Mrs. Fish was a long time member of the Catholic Women’s League in Golden.

She was active in community affairs. In 1968, she moved to Hope and lived there until her death on February 20, 1980.

She is survived by two sons, Stanley of Port Hardy and Wilbur of Calgary.

Tom Conner, the second youngest son, worked on the Conner farm for years and then moved to

work the farm where the Evans Mill is now located. Tom married Peggy Coburne.

They had three children, Connie, Mary and John.

Jim Conner, the youngest son, enlisted in W. W. 1, at the close of which he returned to work the Conner farm. He enlisted in W. W. 2 and was killed overseas.

Other members of the John Conner family were Lou (Clarke), Fannie (Wellman), Kathie (Brown), Minnie (Fish) and Jimmy.

The Fish family will always be remembered in Golden by the old printing press that Wilbur and his son, Dennie, used in publishing the Golden Star at one time.

This press is now in the Golden Museum.

The printing press was purchased in 1902 from the Chicago Herald. According to history, Mr. O’Leary’s cow kicked over a lantern in Chicago, in October, 1871, starting a fire which destroyed the city. This included the Herald Building.

When the newspaper resumed publication it was printed on the Hoe Press, now in the Golden Museum.

Stetski win comes after difficult night for NDP Continued from page 10 Throughout the campaign, Stetski heard from the public that the riding had four very strong candidates for MP and he was quick to commend all of his opponents - which included Bill Green (Green Party), Don Johnston (Liberal Party) and Wilks - for running a strong campaign.

While it was a triumphant night for Stetski and his team of supporters and volunteers, it was a devastating one for his party, as the NDP, who had aspirations of forming government and led many of the national polls into September, dropped 51 seats from 2011.

“There will be a thorough analysis done across the country to look at what could have been done differently,” Stetski said.

“On an upside, we did elect 44 MPs which is the second highest number that the NDP have had in parliament.”

Stetski admits that when he joined the race he had aspirations of being named to cabinet in an NDP-led government, a possibility that no longer exists after the Liberal win. Instead, he’ll have a role in the opposition. “(The Liberals) made a lot of promises and one of our jobs in opposition is to hold their feet to the fire to make sure they deliver on all of the things that they promised to do,” he said.

After a historically long election, the real work for Stetski is just beginning and he plans to make his first of many trips to Ottawa in early November for orientation and a series of meetings.

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Rockets come close, but still unable to find an elusive victory

Rockets defenceman Travis Kelley avoids a check from a Wranglers forward during the team’s narrow 5-4 overtime loss to 100 Mile House on Friday night. Golden is still without a victory after 14 games this season.

Joel Tansey/Star Photo Joel Tansey reporter@thegoldenstar.net The Rockets’ frustration level might be finally beginning to boil over.

It was a particularly dejected group that made its way to the locker room following a narrow 5-4 overtime defeat to the 100 Mile House Wranglers on Friday night at home, and the picture wasn’t any prettier the following night when the Rockets fell by a 5-1 count against the visiting Columbia Valley Rockies.

Several times throughout what is now a 14 game losing streak, the Rockets have got off to very quick starts only to see them lose momentum later. That was the case on Friday as Terix Fischer-Kobes got the Rockets on the board just 33 seconds into the game.

The Wranglers then strung together three unanswered goals and appeared set to take a 3-1 lead into the first intermission.

That’s when Golden had its best moments of the game, as Brent Koch

notched a power play goal with 35 seconds left in the period and FischerKobes got his second of the game with just 13 seconds left to tie the game up at three goals apiece.

The Rockets struggled to open the second, relying heavily on net minder Brody Nelson - who would make 44 saves on 49 shots in the contest - and the Wranglers got their nose in front once again just over four minutes into the period.

That set the stage for the Rockets’ nicest goal of the game midway through

the period when Mathew Thiessen feathered a beautiful pass in front to find a waiting Brandon Contois to once again tie the contest up, this time at 4-4.

After a scoreless third period that saw Golden come agonizingly close to scoring a go-ahead goal on a few occasions, the teams moved to 4 on 4 OT. With less than a minute left before 3 on 3 overtime, a Rockets defenceman coughed up the puck in his own zone, permitting an odd-man rush for 100 Mile House. Ryan Friesen was the ultimate beneficiary, blasting the puck past Nelson for the win.

“That d-man is probably going to live under a shell for a little while…I just tell a guy like that he’s just gotta regroup.

That’s the one thing about this game… you can’t let it eat you alive,” Stephens said about the costly turnover that resulted in the winning goal for the Wranglers.

“Guys like that are harder on themselves than I could ever be on them. You don’t need to kick them while they’re down.”

In defeat, Golden did manage to secure its second point of the season and between that game and the OT loss to the Dynamiters it certainly feels as though the Rockets are getting close to erasing the large donut that occupies the space in their win column.

“We’re definitely headed in the right direction, which is positive. 100 Mile House is a good team, they’re big and physical…they’re a solid squad.”

Unfortunately for the Rockets, they couldn’t sustain that positivity the next night against the Rockies, falling 5-1 with Golden’s lone goal coming from Koch.

Golden hosted the Kimberley Dynamiters last night and will head out for a two game road trip this weekend against the Grand Forks Border Bruins and the Spokane Braves, a pair of teams that have struggled for much of the season and could present an opportunity for the Rockets to right their listing ship.

Golden’s off road recreational vehicle users have new guidelines Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Golden’s off-road vehicle users have some new regulations to follow starting next month.

Off-road vehicle registration and safety provisions are mandatory on Crown land effective Nov. 1, 2015, following passage of regulations in support of the OffRoad Vehicle Act. The government says the new regulations will promote safe and responsible use of B.C.'s backcountry, and include provisions on number plate placement, rules for child operators and safety equipment requirements. Operating standards include: * Helmets: Helmets must be worn when operating an off-road vehicle (ORV). For standards of acceptable helmets see section 22 of the Off-Road Vehicle Regula-

tion at www.bclaws.ca (Off-Road Vehicle Act). * Seat belts: If a manufacturer has installed seat belts, then the seat belt must be worn during the operation of that vehicle. * Lights: ORVs must use lights during low visibility conditions when riding on Crown land 30 minutes after sunset or 30 minutes before sunrise. If lights are not installed by the manufacturer, temporary lights can be attached to the ORV. For details on light standards see section 24 of the Off-Road Vehicle Regulation. * Children: Children must be supervised when riding on Crown land and be riding an appropriate sized ORV as recommended by the manufacturer. For details, see sections 16-18 of the Off-Road Vehicle Regulation.

The off-road vehicle registration is integrated within the pre-existing structure of the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia's (ICBC) motor vehicle regis-

try. This will reduce implementation costs and allows off road vehicle owners to register at any of the 900+ICBC insurance brokers in the province.

The regulations also fulfil the Province's commitment to create a sticker option for those ORVs which are unable to house metal plates.

Owners who already secured an ORV number plate during voluntary registration can, between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, 2015, bring their registration and metal plate to any ICBC broker and exchange their metal plate for a sticker for no charge. After Dec. 31, 2015, an $18 fee will apply to exchange a metal plate for a sticker or vice versa.

As well, snowmobile owners who have already registered their vehicles under the Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act will be eligible for refund, up until Nov. 16, 2015, when they register under the ORV Act.

the golden roCkets are on the road!!!

Friday, October 30 they play the Grand Forks Border Bruins Saturday, October 31 they play the Spokane Braves

great hockey and great entertainment!

next home game is saturday, november 7 against the Creston valley thunderCats!

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Health and wellness questions: Brain Games KHMR offers new smartphone app for resort info - Dr. Erika Buckley-Strobel Ask Dr. Erika

Q – I have a family history of dementia and want to do everything I can to prevent it. I’ve been thinking about signing up for an online brain fitness program but was wondering if it really works? What else can

help?

A – Despite the stereotype of aging and forgetfulness, it’s important to remember that the normal aging brain is still able to learn new things throughout life.

As for the online programs that claim to help train your brain, they are in their early days with limited clinical studies of the overall benefit of these programs as a having a stand-alone significant benefit for brain

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Any memory training games, be they online or not, are good to keep your brain active, but there are many other things that have been shown to also benefit our memories with age.

Living in an enriched environment that includes an active social life, challenging roles, and having a sense of purpose day-to-day have all been shown to be vital in maintaining brain health.

These all challenge our brains to learn, adapt and problem solve in real life situations.

Physical fitness has also been greatly studied on not only for its role in normal brain aging, but has been shown to benefit the mental fitness of dementia patients.

Exercise increases the connections between brain cells and also increases growth in brain size throughout our lifetime. A University of North Carolina study compared 60-70 year olds who exercised for three hours per week with those who exercised less than one hour.

The group who exercised more had an increase in blood vessels in the brain, which resulted in more oxygen to the brain and greater overall brain health.

Another study concluded that exercise training makes the brain more adaptive to change and more able to survive the aging process.

As an extra bonus, there are many studies showing the link between exercise and

decreased rates of stroke and dementia.

More great reasons to get out for that daily walk!

Do you have any health questions for Dr. Erika? Email them to the editor (editor@thegoldenstar.net) and watch for an answer in an upcoming column.

Disclaimer: The information contained in these topics is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, it is provided for educational purposes only.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) is upping their technical game with a new smartphone app for its guests.

Now you can reach for you phone first thing in the morning and get the most up to date information about snow conditions, weather reports, trail maps, resort info and more, in one handy app.

Don’t worry if you’re visiting another RCR mountain. The app also covers Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort, and Nakiska Ski Area.

Available on iTunes and the Google Play store, the new app will be released in time for ski season and will be offered completely for free.

New features will be constantly added throughout the season, so stay tuned for the official release date.

You’ll also be able to access the app for free using the free Telus wifi at the resort bases this winter.

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Golden Faith Column: Love thy neighbour Rev. Michele Rowe St. Andrew’s United Church & Centre for Peace It’s the week after the federal election and you can hear, amidst cries of celebration and sorrow, a collective sigh of relief sweeping the nation. Campaign signs are being collected and volunteers are going back to their pre-election lives, but there is still a lot of work to be done in the aftermath.

During the course of this long election period, divisiveness and the politics of fear were demonstrated to a degree I have never witnessed before. We were told to beware of “the other,” which seemed to mean that anyone from a different religious, cultural or socioeconomic background than ours was to be feared and pushed out. Families left Thanksgiving tables with hurt feelings after arguments; co-workers became alienated from each other and neighbours were encouraged to spy on one another and report cultural activities deemed “barbaric.”

People have used religion throughout history as an excuse to mistreat “the other;” however, religious values, including Christianity, are founded on the commandment to love our neighbour. The sacred texts of Islam, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism and other faith traditions all call upon their followers to show kindness to strangers, to feed and care for your neighbour and to generously share what you have. Our collective failure to do so is due to our inability and unwillingness to fully live out our beliefs and not the fault of religious values.

The sacred text of the Christian faith addresses this repeatedly in Bible verses, including: “You shall neither mistreat a stranger nor oppress him, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt,” (Exodus 22:21) and “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares,” (Hebrews 13:2). Therefore, to be Christian and Canadian provides us with ample opportunity to learn from our history; as Europeans arrived as strangers and were welcomed by Indigenous peoples, so too our nation continues to welcome newcomers from the world over.

I know how lucky I am to be a citizen of this amazing country, and even luckier to live in the midst of God’s country, otherwise known as Golden, British Columbia. My prayer is that all of us will reach out to our neighbours in the spirit of reconciliation and right relations. Where there were harsh words spoken in the heat of an argument, may forgiveness enter into that space like a cool breeze. As the ground closes over the holes left by election signs, may wounded feelings heal quickly with minimal scarring. May apologies and amends be offered and received with good grace, for we are all imperfect people on a journey.

When asked “'Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?' Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself,'" (Matthew 22:36-39). Simple, but not always easy. God, keep our land glorious and free, we stand with love for thee…

Starhoroscopes

Oct. 28 tO NOv. 4

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may prefer to be in control of your fate, but you may have to relinquish some control to someone else for the time being. It can be an eye-opening situation.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, good things are ahead in the weeks to come. Both your personal and professional lives are about to take a turn for the better, and you deserve these positive developments.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you have high hopes of solidifying a relationship this week and things will go according to plan so long as you stay focused. Enjoy the fruits of your labors.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, insecurities can hinder your plans this week. Think positively and you can accomplish whatever comes your way. Lean on a friend or two if need be.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, some interesting things unfold at the office this week. Your hard work and ability to keep a cool head will prevail, and others will notice.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, enjoy the company of others this week. Spend time with your friends and family and don’t be afraid to try new things. Fun times are ahead.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 You’re ready for fun and games even before the weekend arrives, Cancer. You may start daydreaming about all the plans to make. Just don’t let it distract you.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, the more you can focus on the tasks at hand, the faster you will accomplish each of your goals. Procrastination has no place in your week right now.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, a particular situation will take up much of your time this week, even into the weekend. You may have to postpone some of your plans for a later date.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You thrive on mental puzzles and complex concepts, Aquarius. So you’re ready to tackle whatever gets thrown your way this week. Challenges are your strong suit.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Focus your attention on maintaining a healthy perspective on information that comes your way, Virgo. A new perspective might be just what you need to sort this situation out.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Carve out some time for going over your finances, Pisces. You may have some opportunites coming your way, and you want your finances in order.

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January 1934 - October 2015 Mary passed away peacefully on Tuesday October 20th after a short battle with cancer. She leaves behind her son Larry, daughter-inlaw Carol and two loving grandchildren Lauryn and Levon. Mary resided at Abbeyfield House during her time here in Golden and quickly made warm bonds with all. Stephanie, Kevin, Lori and Doloris kept her smiling. Her 3:00 o’clock coffee friends and the kindergarten children that continued to visit were fond memories for her. The family wish to thank all the nurses and doctors at the Golden hospital for their compassionate care.

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Wayne (Woody) Woodman passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by loving family on October 18th, 2015 at the age of 70. Wayne is survived by his loving wife Sharon, daughter; Colleen (Gary), two brothers; Bill and Don (Deann), one sister; Georgina, 4 grandchildren; Jared and girlfriend Angela, Tyler, Kristy (Brett), and Tanner, 4 great grandchildren; Jace, Cohen, Dawson, and one due March 11th, 2016.

Wayne is predeceased by his parents Charlotte Ruth and Donald Woodman, his son; Don, and one brother; Doug.

Wayne was born in Vulcan, Alberta to Charlotte Ruth Woodman and Donald Bertrand Woodman on April 4th, 1945. Wayne met his loving wife Sharon at school in Vulcan where they were later married on February 21st, 1964, later moving to Grassmere, BC. Nine months later they were blessed with a beautiful baby girl, Colleen Karen Woodman and 2 years later on August 16th, 1966 a beautiful baby boy, Donald Wayne Woodman. In 1971 they moved to Golden, BC where they raised there beautiful family.

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Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that the Alpine Club of Canada from Canmore, AB, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, for a Temporary Permit to conduct guided climbing camps over an 8 week period, July – August 2016. Base camp is situated on Provincial Crown land located near Bachelor Pass (west of Donald) no larger than 7 hectares and our advanced base camp near Sorcerer Mountain will be no larger than 4 hectares.

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Off the Wall turns 25 this week Jessica Schwitek editor@thegoldenstar. net There aren't too many retail businesses in Golden who have a legacy that has lasted 25 years. But this week, Off the Wall joins that group as they celebrate 25 years in business.

"He originally wanted to do something with music, that was his thing. He was a DJ at the time," said Tammy Nagao of her partner Dale Nagao who opened the business a quarter of a century ago.

The original vision was similar to the old San Fransisco stores including things like hockey cards and comic books.

Now the store includes screening, embroidery, signs, mugs, stickers, all kinds of custom orders, and still, of course, music. "(Dale) still does his music because he loves his music…

He thinks everybody should buy music," Tammy said.

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Participants must meet the following eligibility criteria: • • • • • •

Unemployed Aged 55 – 64 (in some circumstances, unemployed workers aged 50 – 54 or 65 and up may also participate) Be legally entitled to work in Canada Require new or enhanced skills for successful integration into new employment Live in an eligible community/region Be ready and committed to returning to work

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Off the Wall owner Tammy Nagao, left, and Heather Sadler (who worked for the store when it opened, and returned last year) hold up one of the store’s custom orders for the Golden Hospital Auxiliary.

Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo Although she wasn't part of the business venture right from the beginning, Tammy is thrilled to see Off the Wall join Top Notch and Elite Nutrition (to name a couple) who have also reached the 25 year milestone.

This year was also a milestone for the

couple when they purchased the building.

They've completed interior renovations to the space, and plan to renovate the exterior in the spring. "(Dale) always says he wanted to get rich, but it hasn't happened yet. So he has to keep going," said Tammy,

laughing as she talked about the history of the shop.

She doesn’t know what the future holds for Off the Wall, but for now they’re happy to be busy.

“We’re never caught up,” she said. “There’s always a long to-do list on the go.”

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2 bedrooms

2 baths

#101, 1549 Kicking Horse Trail

1669 Dogtooth Close

3 bedrooms

$195,000 #206, 1545 Kicking Horse Trail 1 bath

1,350sqft 1 acre

$925,000

$229,900 2 bedrooms 2 baths 960sqft

.35 acre

$229,900

$255,600 1282 Horse Creek Road

2 bedrooms

2,265sqft

802sqft

2 1/2 baths

2,516sqft

$1,599,000 320 Fisher Road 20 acres

SOLD

1502 Poplar Street

3 bedrooms

2,177sqft

1735 Short Road

$1,900,000 1401, 1405 Trans Canada Highway

$385,000

$226,300 801 - 13th Street

$1,695,000 1590 Columbia Valley View

Dan Veselic Dan Veselic (250) 344-1435 (250) 344-1435

$349,900

$569,900 2416 Campbell Road

$69,900

$799,900 625 - 10th Avenue

$595,000 1354 Golden Donald Upper Road

SOLD

SOLD Land, Building & Business

7 bedrooms 2 baths 3,028sqft

$225,000

$725,000 319 Fisher Road

770sqft

2,450sqft

503 - 11th Street

$279,000

2,682sqft

3 baths

NEW

$369,000

$599,900

$875,000 2.5 baths

405 Riverglen Drive

5 bedrooms

$529,000

4bdrms 1 bath 2,680sqft 77.8 acres

1638 Purcell Woods

3,770sqft

959 McBeath Road 2bdrms 2.5 baths 1,856sqft 120 acres

$949,000 1739 Oberg Johnson Road

3 bedrooms

1,600sqft

$362,900

$487,000

$264,900 4 bedrooms

Marlon Chambers Norma Crandall Flec Demmon Marlon Chambers Bob Tegart Flec Demmon Bob Tegart (250) 344-0735 (250) 344-0275 (250) 344-8451 (250) 344-0735 (250) 272-4321(250) 272-4321 (250) 344-8451

remaxgolden.com remaxgolden.com

$430,000 1361 Pine Drive

4 bedrooms

Wednesday, October 28, 2015 The Golden Star

2.5 baths

3,768sqft

$77,900 576 Habart Road .4 of an acre

$229,900 820 - 11th Avenue 1 acre

RURAL ACREAGES Lot A, 3495 Highway #95, South...... 5.8 acres.......................................................$189,000 Cougar Drive............................... 11 acreages available...from $129,900 to $199,900 Lot 1, Blaeberry Road................... 4.94 acres............................................ $179,900 Cromac Ridge............................... 4 acreages available ...from $210,000 to $260,000 Reflection Lake Road................... 3 acreages available ... from $130,000 to $280,000 Blaeberry Valley Estates............. 4 acreages available....from $135,000 to $255,000 1382 Black Bear Drive.................. 2.03 acres..............................................$119,900 Lot 1, Golden Donald Upper Road ....4.99acres.......................................... $129,900 1516 Black Bear Drive..................... 6.58 acres..........................................$220,900