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Covid-19 vaccinations begin in Lamont BY JANA SEMENIUK As Covid-19 immunizations began across the province last month, many seniors living in facilities across Lamont County still have not been vaccinated as per the province’s phased-in approach to vaccine distribution. According to Alberta.ca, phase one, which began in Dec., focused on health care staff while phase 1A, which began Jan. 1, included residents in long-term care and designated supported living facilities. These facilities do not include senior lodges or independent living arrangements. All residents 75 or older, regardless of where they live, are scheduled for phase 1B which will begin Feb.1. “Lodges are like a home where residents who need a little more support and care are given that through Home
Care Services” explained Shahad Bharmal, Executive Director of the Lamont Health Care Centre. “A longterm care and a supportive living facility are more of a medical environment where nursing care is needed.” Bharmal added that the Lamont Long Term Care facility began their vaccinations earlier this month. “We began on Jan. 1 with the Moderna vaccine,” he said. “We have so far vaccinated 81 out of our 89 long term care residents. Staff are travelling to Camrose in order to receive their vaccinations.” Bharmal explained that staff are
receiving the Pfizer vaccine, which was the first vaccine delivered to Alberta in mid-December According to Alberta.ca, the Pfizer vaccine has specific storage requirements of an ultra-cold freezer capable of -80 C temperatures, while the moderna vaccine can be safely stored in a regular freezer. “The only ultra-cold freezers for the Central Zone are located in Camrose and two other places,” said Bharmal. According to Alberta.ca, both types of vaccine require two doses; a priming dose and then a booster given approximately one month after the first one.
As of Jan. 8, Al Lenkewich, manager of the Father Filas Manor retirement home in Mundare, said he did not know when his 20 residents will receive their doses. “We are still sitting and waiting,” he said. “We haven’t heard anything yet.” Dave Grey, manager of the Beaverhill Lodge in Lamont, echoed Lenkewich’s statements. “We are also still waiting,” he said. “We have 53 residents and 30 staff and everyone is waiting for their vaccinations.” During a Covid-19 vaccine live update on Jan. 11, Alberta Health Minister Tyler Shandro explained plans for the vaccine rollout eligibility will be expanded to include paramedics and emergency medical technicians.
A family of cross country skiers takes advantage of the warm weather recently to enjoy a day out on a frozen lake at Elk Island National Park.
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After a tough year, Stubbs is ready if an election is called BY JOHN MATHER Without a hint of understatement, Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs admits 2020 was an extremely challenging year. “Our constituency office became extremely busy once the pandemic broke out,” she said. “Whether helping dozens of people get home to Canada during the initial border restrictions, to accessing new support and programs, or getting clarification when announcements were made, and then changed in recent weeks, we’ve often just been a listening ear and a voice at the other end of the phone for people who are frustrated, and extremely anxious or worried about their families, jobs, businesses, their health, and their futures, or those who are struggling with being separated and isolated from loved ones.” She said the office had moved to appointments
only when the first wave of the pandemic hit, but had completely reopened by July. “I worry about the way government decisions are impacting people’s lives, their financial security and their well being,” she stated. “I hear loud and clear all the confusion, questioning, and skepticism about everything that is happening and I have to say it has been very galling to see and experience the way the Liberals have capitalized on shutting down Parliament and committees for weeks. While they did this they brought in their firearms confiscation plan targeting law abiding firearms owners and retailers. It does nothing about gang crime and illegal firearm smuggling. All done with no debate. And of course, they waited until the session ended to talk about their plan to triple the carbon tax, or proroguing unnecessarily to
cover up their own scan- tape, which is never good for the economy. dals.” “Locally, I was really Stubbs hopes the Liberal government pro- pleased to welcome our Shadow poses a plan to help the Agriculture Minister Canadian Lianne Rood economy to Lakeland recover, and for a few days move forso she could ward to supsee first hand port and prothe impacts on tect the vullocal farmers nerable while and the conensuring MP Shannon Stubbs cerns of their small businesses and Canadian municipal representaproducers and entrepre- tives in the areas that neurs can get back to have been declared agriwork, and actually thrive cultural emergencies.” said Stubbs. “She went into the future. But I am very con- back to Ottawa, and cerned that the Liberals spoke out about farmers are heading in the exact in Lamont county and opposite direction by surrounding areas in spending recklessly – Parliament, and has conthey have proven this tinued to pressure the Agriculture year that it is possible to federal spend billions of dollars Minister to respond. and still leave millions of During her visit, we also met with the provincial Canadians behind!” Minister She adds their govern- Agricul-ture ment is racking up about Lakeland producdeficits at unsustainable ers and a variety of other levels which puts future issues.” During the year, the programs at risk, hiking taxes, and increasing red Conservative held a
leadership contest that saw Erin O’Toole become the new leader and Stubbs was moved from her energy critic portfolio to the new shadow minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness. “I am really grateful to have been appointed,” she said. “It has been a very eye opening experience so far, and a little bit like trying to drink out of a fire hydrant! I hope I am demonstrating that I will always do my best in any role assigned to me for the constituents of Lakeland.” While Stubbs isn't sure an election is coming this year, she admits she has prepared her local team for an election. “Locally, we will be ready for an election – people in Lakeland recently donated generously to our association and I will always campaign actively to earn every vote,” she stated. “I think the main issue will be the competing
visions about how to achieve economic recovery and job creation, and the survival of businesses, especially in agriculture, oil and gas, and for small businesses in particular. “Conservatives will focus on lowering taxes and cutting red tape, and also on increasing Canadian-owned production across all sectors. “I know another top priority will be getting a better deal for Western Canada and for Alberta in particular. The status quo is just not acceptable.” She reflects that she has spoken out often on the issue of national unity. “The frustration and anger the Liberals have created has resulted in so many Albertans questioning the future of the country, and losing hope. It’s my responsibility to speak truth to power, and to fight non stop for my constituents and I will keep doing it.” 21012CT0
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Opinion Levels of political stupidity rise to new heights BY JOHN MATHER My goodness what a start to 2021 we’ve had. Last week I titled my column “A Pandemic of Stupidity.” Little did I know at the time, that title would be reinforced by so many events taking place during the next seven days. Now, first I want to clarify something just in case some of the people reading this are stalwart keyboard warriors. This is an opinion piece. It is an article written by me stating my take on a series of events or situations. It is not a news story. Therefore it does not have to be neutral or for that matter even fair. It is my opinion. So let’s begin …. We have a lame duck president of the United States stirring up his supporters as his days in office wind down. As the electoral college vote was being ratified by both the U.S. Senate and Congress, many of his supporters raided the U.S. Capital. It was a wrong move. Stupid move. Five people died. It should not have happened. Immediately people condemned Trump. The newly elected president Biden said it was shameful for Trump to condone such violence. Yet back in the summer when people were taking over the streets of Washington, Portland and Kenosha, and organized riots were taking place in Minneapolis, there was no peep from the Democrats. In fact many were on record condoning these “peaceful” protestors as they robbed and burned down small businesses. And now of course in the U.S the race card is being played. “There would have been swift retaliation if it had been a black crowd,” said Black Lives Matter organizers. “It’s white elitists and they get away with it,” said the NAACP. In my mind all these riots are despicable actions and all should be highly condemned by all politicians and special interest organizers who have a belief in law and order. They are all shameful. These people are law breakers and it doesn’t matter what colours they are! Now let’s bring it back to Alberta, where gaslighters from several political stripes are condemning Agriculture Minister Devin Dreeshen because he campaigned for Trump and got his picture taken wearing a Make America Great Again hat. Continued
CONTINUED So what! That was four years ago before he was elected to provincial government. Has he been encouraging people to storm the Legislature. No! So why have politicians been on social media bring this up other than to stir up discontent and hate. Last I looked it’s a free world and you can support whomever you like. I know some people who worship the ground Rachel Notley walks on. Let me make it clear. I don’t. Yet, I fully respect her as leader of her party. It’s the policies not the person I disagree with. And speaking of Notley and her gang. There is construction going on at the Legislature and the Premier has had his office temporarily located to the penthouse office in the Haultain Building, designed and constructed by Allison Redford when she was feeling overly entitled as premier. Well Sarah Hoffman, Notley’s right hand gal and Notley herself are con-
demning this move. It hasn’t cost taxpayers very much money. Kenney isn’t able to operate in his own office during construction, so he went to another available space. In fact it was probably not his suggestion. But the NDP want to send out dog whistle politics and condemn this move. We’re just two weeks into 2021, and I’m astounded at the levels of stupidity I’m seeing in elected officials and keyboard warrior minions. And U.S. Speaker Nancy Pelosi wants to impeach President Trump again. The lame duck has seven days left in office. Let’s not go down this path. I’m in full favour of taping his hands behind his back so he can’t Tweet or push any nuclear buttons, but Pelosi and her sidekick Chuck Schumar’s musing of a second impeachment process just shows how petty they are. The Democrats, if I’m to
believe what I read in U.S. publications, would be better spending their time in setting up defences against further riots that may occur across the U.S. on inauguration day. But the way the Democrats seem to work, doing something preventative and being successful wouldn’t allow them the bully pulpit they get if all hell breaks loose and once more they can blame the Republicans. What are they going to do if this dissent continues when Biden is fully in control? And saying “Biden in control” seems really far fetched, … but I digress. As a society when we have a chance to vote again, we really have to study the candidates prior to electing them, because right now it doesn’t look like electors have done themselves any favours either provincially in Alberta, or those who voted in the U.S. It really is a pandemic of stupidity!
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FROM WHERE I SIT: Stay Sane
BY HAZEL ANAKA A few years ago, when I first identified myself as an introvert, I wrote about it. I suspected there were others who felt the same way and like me, were annoyed/worried/disappointed that we couldn’t seem to fit the mould prescribed by society. By way of recap, as an introvert, my energy is drained by too much interaction with too many people for too long. I love people, one or a few at a time, in small doses, every so often. I love meaningful or fun discussions with small groups but am the polar opposite of a party girl. Have I just described you?
Since the onset of Covid-19 and all it’s done to society and individuals, I’ve said on more than one occasion that for introverts, it’s almost business as usual. We have the interests, resources, supplies, temperament, and ability to enjoy this enforced time of reflection and solitude. We can concentrate on hobbies and projects that have been on our “I’d love to do this someday” list. In my case, I’ve got more than enough for one lifetime so choosing with deliberate intention and real desire becomes especially important. But… that said, I got a case of cabin fever last week. It occurred to me that I hadn’t driven or been a passenger in a car for weeks. I hadn’t picked up the mail or gone to the bank in months it seemed. Hell, I hadn’t spoken to anyone other than Roy. I couldn’t remember the last real phone call. Suddenly, one day I had more calls
in one morning than I’d had in weeks. They were festival-related, but still. I had my first Google Meet meeting of a new sub-committee I'm sitting on but did something wrong. Apparently, I was in the ‘waiting room’ the entire time. I could see and hear all of them but couldn’t unmute my mic or make the camera work. Trying to participate by typing in a chat box seems so archaic and slow. For nothing, I put on blush, lipstick, and earrings! Luckily, someone will help me before the next meeting. Oh, sure there were the typical short texts and Gertie photo updates, but nothing I could sink my teeth into. Through many subscriptions and random searches, I’ve got my new family of YouTube hosts who inform and entertain me. Sometimes, they simply provide white noise as I go about my business. Because we have a couple smart TVs, I can
Olechow appointed to Bruderheim library board had recently retired so I Bruderheim Rec. Board BY JANA SEMENIUK In a unanimous deci- thought she would make as well, so I was looking sion by Bruderheim a great fit for the board.” for something to keep Olechow, who recently me out and about,” she Town Council, resident from ATB said. “They were looking Carolyn Olechow was retired appointed to the Metro Financial after 12 years, for a treasurer and I have was happy for the some skills in that area so Kalyn Library Board. I thought I could keep Olechow submitted opportunity. “I recently retired from those skills up and help her application to the board in mid Dec. after a not only ATB, but also out.” Mayor Karl Hauch vacancy was created by the Lamont Chamber of and the expressed gratitude durthe resignation of the Commerce ing the most board treasurer, recent council P a t r i c i a meeting on Jan. Grichen, who 6, for Olechow had been on the in stepping forboard for ward to volunapproximately teer on the 10 years. library board. Vi rg i n i a “I just want to Differenz, chair say thanks to of the Metro Carolyn. She Kalyn Library has been a Board, stated great volunteer that there are for our comstill a few munity in the vacancies that past and it’s need to be filled. great to see her “We have stepping up to eight positions the library in total and board,” he said. three more that Those who need to be filled. may be interOur current ested in volunmembers are all teering on the over 70 years Metro Kalyn old, so we could Library Board sure use some can contact the new members,” New Metro Kalyn Library Board member library through she said. “I Carolyn Olechow their website. knew Carolyn
watch videos on my laptop or on a gigantic screen across the room. It’s easy to see how an isolated person could sink into the altered reality of the online world. When you follow certain personalities, before long you know the names of their dogs and cats, spouses and children. There is a connection that comes with shared interests and apparently, real friendships can and do bloom. But… that said, I needed to get out of the house and away from the farm. I’d placed an online
order for crafting supplies with curbside pickup in Edmonton. That plus some library books from Sherwood Park I’d renewed three times finally needed to be returned. Hilary had shopped for us and there was some perishable stuff that needed to get out of her fridge and into my freezer. I now had three excuses to run away from home so I did. I also went into three other stores. It is really quite surreal to see the empty parking lots. Or find yourself and two or three other people rat-
tling around a ten-thousand square foot store. Naturally, I wore a mask, sanitized my hands on entering and leaving the store, and again inside my car. The absolute hardest part about the day was the lack of washrooms. Nearly all have closed to the public. Restaurants aren’t open other than for takeout, so that’s out. I survived and yes, indeedy, I supported the floundering economy everywhere I went. Even an introvert needs the odd getaway to stay sane, from where I sit.
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Local students head back to classes BY JANA SEMENIUK Students across Lamont County finally returned to school on Jan. 11 as directed by the province of Alberta. Extra precautions among rising COVID cases once again forced shut downs across the province including an extra week at home for students after the Christmas break. Trina Boymook, Board Chair for Elk Island Public Schools, explained the situation for students last week. "During the first week of January, all EIPS students took part in temporary online learning. For
junior and senior high students, this was not a new format, they have been learning out-ofschool since the end of November,� she said by email. Boymook then explained how teachers helped prepare their students for more at-home learning leading up to the break Dec. 18. “In the weeks leading up to Christmas, elementary teachers worked closely with students on the Brightspace platform so when January 6 arrived, they were ready to take part in their classes,� she said. Boymook explained
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how EIPS was also helping parents prepare. “EIPS also held a virtual session for parents beforehand so they were also comfortable with the platform,� she said. Boymook added that although the process went smoothly, most seemed to prefer in-person learning. “The classes went well but we know both school staff and students are happy to return to inschool learning this week. Between the efforts being undertaken in the community and the hard work being done in schools to mitigate the potential spread of Covid-19, we are hopeful further disruptions to in-school learning are minimal going forward.�
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Alberta Party wants to see MLA schedules for holiday season ernment, the letter further states, “Whatever the Premier’s office releases voluntarily cannot be trusted publicly, not after the Premier failed to reveal everything he knew when the former Municipal Affairs Minister’s travel was revealed.” She went on further to state the Alberta Party would work with any party that “wants to support trust, democracy, and decency in Alberta.” Further it pointed out the Alberta Party and NDP had a strong history of working together, “putting the needs of Albertans before partisan politics.” According to Benjamin Alldritt, a caucus spokesperson for Alberta’s NDP, the opposition have already called on the province to release the travel sched-
BY JOHNMATHER The Alberta Party is asking the provincial NDP to file a Motion of Return for the schedules of all MLAs from Dec. 15 to Jan. 1. “The recent revelations about government MLAs travelling while Albertans were isolated at home have set off a firestorm. It has destroyed trust in this government, but it will also degrade trust in any future government. Any measures to attempt to restore faith in government, benefits any party that hopes to form government,” Alberta Party officials wrote in a letter to NDP leader Rachel Notley. Written under the signature of interim Alberta Party leader Jacquie Fenske, a former Fort Saskatchewan Vegreville MLA under the PC gov-
ules of all MLAs. “We want to know where they all were during the holidays,” he said. “And I think that speaks to the same goals that the Alberta Party has asked.” He added the request from the Alberta Party is being reviewed. He said while he understands the spirit of what the AP was trying to achieve, his party had made the request. He added the motion to return would not necessarily be successful. “We’ve asked for the government to release this material voluntarily, but there’s really no way to force it.” He added it would be puzzling if they didn’t release the list of where all UCP MLAs were because “That would be the first step in regaining public trust.”
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Water leak results in hefty water bill for vacant homeowner
BY JANA SEMENIUK A major water leak has left one Bruderheim home owner with a hefty water bill in excess of $2,000. “It’s going to be at least $2,000 for sure,” said Bruderheim Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny. Public works employees discovered the leak, which resulted in losing 500 cubic meters of water, while searching for the cause of a water outage that triggered a warning on their computer system Dec. 26. “On Boxing Day, our public works department got a warning on their system that the water numbers were elevated,” said Podoborozny. “They began searching for the leak first by driving around town to look for obvious signs of a water break and remotely checking residential water meters, then manually checking the homes whose meters haven’t been changed over to the new ones yet.” She said the leak was found during a manual check. “They approached one vacant house and saw water coming from the basement windows,” she said. While freedom of information and privacy
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legislation prevents the identity of the homeowner and address of his vacant home from being known, details of the incident arose during the most recent town council meeting on Jan. 6. Councillor George Campbell questioned the competence of the home’s CC valve (valve that connects a home’s water to the town’s water supply) in light of a town audit during the recent town council meeting on Jan. 6. “One of the problems with this leak was the CC could not be actioned. We did the audit of all of our CC valves. Was it noted that this valve was malfunctioning?” he asked. Director of Operations and Infrastructure, Dennis Tomuschat, explained that the CC valve was damaged. “We did an audit in 2018. Back then we were locating the CCs only and not exercising them. This one had a rod that
goes all the way down to the valve and was bent about three feet down. We would never have seen that on a visual. Also, the operators’ box that goes around the CC valve was completely rotted out. We wouldn’t have been able to turn it even if the rod was good. I suspect that house is 40 plus years old. There was nothing we could do. There’s a tremendous amount of CC valves in town that have not been operated in many years,” he said. Campbell asked about a shut off valve in the home. “Was there not a shutoff valve in the house that was accessible?” he asked. Tomuschat clarified the dangerous situation created by the flooding which made accessing the basement impossible. “When the operators went to the house, water was noted to be coming out of the windows. No one could go into the
basement where the water meter was because the eight-foot basement was completely submerged with well over 500 cubic meters of water. The power was cut off by fortis and then ATCO gas came in to isolate,” said Tomuschat. Campbell then surmised that the outcome may have been different if the CC has been operational. “I understand the cause of the leak was inside the house but if the CC was activated and working properly, it wouldn’t have taken so long to shut down the system,” he said. Tomuschat reassured Campbell that staff reacted quickly. “I want to reassure you that there was a 45minute window our contractors responded, and I found this to be the quickest they have ever responded. They had it isolated within one hour
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She was instrumental in organizing family reunions gatherings and entertainment events in her community and even in the Lamont Lodge. Alice also belonged to her Church group and the Northern Lights Ladies Hereford club. Many thanks to Lamont Health Care Center and Lodge staff for their compassionate care during Alice’s final years. A celebration of her life will be held at the Lamont United Church on January 5 th and it will be Live Streamed for those that would like to partake online. Donations may be made in Alice’s memory to the Lamont Health Care Centre.
and in that hour, we lost only another cubic meter. That was it,” he said. Podoborozny explained during a phone interview Jan. 11 that this situation is not new for Bruderheim. “It’s happened before. We have seen vacant homes flooding and it’s always devastating for the homeowner as far as water bills go and very scary considering that gas and electrical are still live,” she said. Podoborozny went on to add that special care should be taken with your water if you are leaving your home vacant. “If you are planning on leaving your home vacant for any length of time you can shut your water off by the switch in the house or if it’s going to be for a really long time, such as longer than six months, contact the town and we will shut off the CC for you,” she
said. “There is a charge of approximately $100, but if you try to shut off the CC yourself and you damage it, there will be a $500 charge.” Podoborozny explained that a fee on the water bill of residents helps to fund maintenance to the water system. “There are a lot of older homes with CCs that are in poor shape. We used a GPS to find all of the CCs and we will start an exercising program, part of our asset management program, to check each one to make sure they are working properly,” she said. “When people see their water bills and they see an O&M charge, this is the operation and maintenance fee. This money is kept in a reserve and only used for operation and maintenance of the utility system, which includes water and sewer and storm water.”
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turnout of counters and there were lots of birds, counters and all supplemented by nice weather and clear trails. This year participants were asked to pre-register by email and then
This Great Grey Owl was among the birds counted by long time Elk Island Christmas Bird Count participant Barry White on Boxing Day. Thirty-seven people came out for this year’s count and counted 540 birds.
they received a species list and a Count Circle list. Unlike previous years, the Friends of Elk Island Society, which organizes the count, didn’t meet with participants and the usually welcome meal of chilli and hot chocolate was cancelled. Thirty-seven birders took part this year, down from 51 in 2020, however the bird species count went up from 23 in 2020 to 27 this year. The total number of birds counted jumped from 402 in 2020 to 540 this year. Organizer Gwynne Hayward suggested the pre-registering for the event, “brought out more dedicated counters so they stayed a little longer and looked a little hard-
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$10.75+gst first 25 words 39¢ each additional word PICTURE BOLD $10.00 $5.00 WEEKLY REVIEW Ph. 780-336-3422 Email: vikingreview @gmail.com TOFIELD MERCURY Ph. 780-662-4046 Email: adsmercury @gmail.com LAMONT LEADER Ph. 780-895-2780 Email: lmtleader @gmail.com ____________________ AUCTIONS COMING EVENTS POLICE THEFT RECOVERY, TRAILERS, TOOLS, On-Line Timed Auction Jan 14 – 19, MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds, AB. Selling Enclosed Cargo Trailers, Quantity of Tools, Ladders, Pressure Washer, Tires, Slip Tank, Computers, Jewelry, Hockey Cards, X-Bows, Saddle & More. www.montgomeryauctions.com; 1-800371-6963. ____________________ CARD OF THANKS The family of Alf Hildebrandt would like to thank the 911 operator, the paramedics, the firemen and the RCMP, for their response on December 14, 2020 to my distress call regarding my husbands health. These members were very prompt and courteous, and we thank you. Eunice Hildebrandt and family. 02p ____________________ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES BLANKET THE PROVINCE with a classified ad. Only $269 (based on 25 words or less). Reach 90 weekly newspapers. Call NOW for details. 1-800282-6903 Ext 225; www.awna.com.
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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. "On Farm Pickup" Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. ___________________ FOR FOR RENT RENT
DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA has for sale 4 project lands in Beaver County. Land locations are: SW27-50-16-W4, SE 18-4914 W4M, S½ 3-46-11 W4M and NW 32-47-13 W4M. Call Brent Thygesen, b_thygesen@ducks.ca or 780 6780150. 02p ___________________ HAY FOR FOR SALE SALE HAY
VERY INEXPENSIVE 2 QUARTERS OF PASTURE LAND, Central SK, for sale. 8 other good quarters may be available. Requires fencing. Great hunting $74,900. Call Doug at 306-716-2671. ___________________ SERVICES SERVICES
2 bedroom house in Sedgewick. Large fenced yard and shed. No smoking. Pets negotiable. $1,100/month includes utilities. $1,000 DD. Contact Ian at 780-995-6146 tfnp ________________________ 1 Month Free Rent Apartment for Rent in Killam. Large, clean, non-smoking. Call Chuck at 780-263-7290 tfn ________________________ 3 Bedroom Townhouse for rent in Viking, AB. $950/mo. including utilities. Available now. Call 780-563-0191. tfn ___________________ FOR FOR SALE SALE Round bales for sale, Brome hay, stored under cover, no rain. Call 587-990-1003 TM50/01p ________________________ Market Hogs and Sausage Sows Available: Live, Dressed, or Packaged ready for your freezer. Call 403-8822421 or text 403-740-3645 01/03p _______________________ Handhills Drumheller Campground. 87 serviced sites, group area, with buildings, well treed, on 67 acres. All equipment and supplies. Turnkey. Owner retiring. $650,000 firm. 403-369-2774 02p. ________________________ INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008 built with concrete posts. Barns, Shops, Riding Arenas, Machine Sheds and more, sales@integritybuilt.com 1866-974-7678 www.integritybuilt.com. 02p
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3 papers for the price of 1! ___________________ SERVICES Shane’s Stucco & Drywall Service Shane Hollar Stucco (Traditional & Acrylic), Drywall, Stone, Textured Ceilings, Tile and Spray Painting 780-336-4832 shanes.stucco@gmail.com ________________________ Town & Country Guardian Drugs - Killam We have: •a Kodak picture maker. •a colour/b&w photocopier. •cold popand fresh snacks. •a great selection of candles, giftware, and fragrances. toys, games,and plush animals. •a huge selection of Hallmark cards. •plastic gift cards •vitamins, minerals, and herbals. •free gift wrapping. •prescription service Open 6 days a week. ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer backup, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087 ________________________ Drywall Taping/Texturing 35+ Years No Job too small! Experienced drywall taper/texturer here to help you with any job big or small. Don't want to do it yourself, give me a call! Based in Killam but willing to travel Hand taper by trade but have experience with boxes, roller/flusher, taping tube. No bazooka exp. Have own tools (10-12" boxes, pump, angle box, roller, flusher, hand tools, etc.) Also do ceiling texture. Non-drinker, just want to work. Willing to work with existing taping crew. Call 780385-2106 or 780-385-1251.
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