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HOUSEHOLD / MISC ITEMS
Paint shaker. . . $200.00 OBO. Call 6926755 or 692-6767
Paint mixer (for General Paint, comes with some tint and approximately 90 gal of tintable paint, for darker colours)$400.00 OBO. Call 692-6755 or 6926767
20 foot shipping container. In good shape. $3500.00 Call 692-9464
Baby Items white crib converts to toddler bed 120.00, vtech toddler riding train 40.00,vtech toddler 3 wheeler 30.00,fisher price play and learn chair 40.00,little tykes play table with drawers 50.00,kidco travel bed 40.00,bright stars deluxe door jolly jumper 40.00 new,fisher price cheer for me potty new 50.00,bumbo booster seat 30.00,plastic safety gate 40.00,little tykes basketball net 30.00,fisher price laugh n learn crawl around car 50.00,pop n play ultamate play yard 60.00,car play mat 10.00,rocking horse 40.00,activity quilt 35.00,fisher price baby swing with music 65.00. call or text 692-9755
ELECTRONICS/MUSIC
Nokia 3 phone, 16GB with protective case. No scrapes or cracks. $50.00 New Hazelton 778-202-0740
Fotopro CT-4A tripod with Fotopro 53P ball head as new. New Hazelton $125.00 778-202-0740
CLOTHING
Burton snowboard pants size large good to new condition $located in Burns Lake call 692-0623
SPORTS EQUIPMENT
snow shoes $30 call 778-202-8764
CCM men's mountain bike has dual disk brakes and front suspension paid $700 asking $375 OBO call Ed at 643-9924 BUILDING SUPPLIES
Wood for Sale 1x4, 1x6, 1x8 1x10 - T&G paneling Birch, Cottonwood, Poplar -
$3.00 bd ft 5/4
6745
AUTOMOBILES
2014 Chev Silverado 1500 LTZ GFX edition, fully loaded, 175000 New GM tranny at 162000 Rear brakes fall ‘23 (calipers, rotors , pads) Tonneau cover, spray in box liner and undercarriage, summer (American eagle black chrome) and winter rims and tires. Original owner, synthetic oil changes every 10-15k Asking 24000 OBO call 692-9849
2002 Toyota Rav 4, manual shift, comes with winter tires on rims, 364,000 km's, transmission replaced in 2020, asking $3500 call 692-3862
OFF ROAD VEHICLES/ACC
Polaris 2014 Skidoo Wide Track 1200 Miles $8000 847-4657
AUTO PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
trailer springs $120 call 778-202-8764
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
34 socket set $150 call 778-2028764
1 inch socket set $200 call 778-2028764
TIRES
4 Bridgestone Blizzak DM V-2 26570 R17 winter tires on rims. $500 (251-8211)
Set of 4 studded Nokian winter tires. 245/55 R19. Used 1 winter. $600.00 call 250-592-9464.
PETS & ACCESSORIES
30-gallon fish tank with many accessories $50 call 694-3495
THE MANY USES FOR WOOD ASH
If you heat your home with wood, you probably have a good supply of wood ash.
It consists mainly of the minerals left behind after burning wood, and contains calcium along with other beneficial elements that can be useful around the house when applied correctly.
CONCEALING STAINS ON PAVING
Wood ash, with its natural grey hue, is effective for masking stains on sidewalks and paving. Just sprinkle a little on the affected area and rub it in with your shoe.
REMOVING OIL SPILLS
Just like it can hide stains, wood ash is also great for soaking up oil spills, helping to prevent them from becoming a problem in the first place.
ROACH REPELLENT
Sprinkling some ash in dark areas of your home or beneath appliances can deter cockroaches. Their tough exoskeletons don’t fare well against wood ash, making it an effective barrier.
ODOR ABSORBER
Much like baking soda, wood ash can help eliminate unpleasant smells in your home. Placing a small jar in the fridge can work wonders, especially if there are bits of charcoal mixed in with the ashes.
HUMIDITY ABSORBER
Wood ash is useful for soaking up moisture and can help stop mold from forming in damp areas. Just put a cup of wood ashes in a musty cupboard or basement, and the leftover charcoal pieces will enhance its effectiveness.
GARDEN FERTILIZER
Rich in trace minerals from the wood, wood ash is beneficial for plant health. While it lacks carbon and nitrogen, those nutrients can easily be sourced from compost.
According to the University of Vermont, about 5 gallons of wood ash is recommended for every 1,000 square feet of garden space. However, be cautious, as it raises soil pH and isn’t suitable for acid-loving plants like blueberries or potatoes.
BURNS LAKE
Show and Shine
June 21 and 22
Details coming soon
TOPLEY
Bingo
Monday Jan 27, 2025
Doors open 6:15, Starts 7:00pm
Door Prizes/Food Concession
***JACKPOT***
56#s or less $250.00 next #$100.00
Topley Community Hall
SOUTHSIDE
Come out for a night of FUN!!! NO MINORS
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Weekly/Monthly Community Activities
Burns Lake
Walking Club will be held in the Island Gospel gym on Tuesdays and Fridays starting November 26 between 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. All ages are welcome to enjoy a warm and ‘slip free’ walk!”
Game Night - Fridays 7 PM at the Church For mo0re info call 778-210 0593
Knitting Club Every Thursday 1:302:30pm at the BL Public Library. Bring your project! Supplies not provided.
Community Badminton Wednesdays 7pm at LDSS. Racquets available for use.
Whist Wednesdays 7pm at the Decker Lake Hall.
Basketball Tuesdays 7-9pm at LDSS
Houston
Drop In Ringette - Sundays 5:45-6:45 $5 Goalies Play for Free
Walking Group Thursdays 10:30am. Meet at the Credit Union parking lot.
Smithers
Games Night Every Friday 7-8:30pm 3974 10th Ave. Board, card and other table top games. Bring a game, friend or family and come have some fun!
Trad Jam Sessions in Smithers. 4th Wednesday of the month at the Smithers Senior Center. Come play tunes!
Bachata Lessons—Tuesdays at 3830 2nd Ave from 8-9pm. Come learn how to dance bachata! No partner or experience required $15/class
Smithers Boardgame Group Meets on the third Sunday of every month at Smithers Public Library. Come solo and make some new friends or bring your crew! Admission: $2 donation to the Library.
Walking Group Starting May 1. Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-11am at the Willowvale Marsh Trail. Meet at parking lot
Seniors Events
Burns Lake
Seniors Drop in at the Link Every other Tuesday 10:30am-12:30pm at the Heritage Church 1st Ave Join us for coffee, sandwiches and a lovely visit. Nov 12 & 26, Dec 10
Potlucks - Decker Lake Hall - 12 Noon Nov 15
Lunches - Immaculata - 12 Noon Nov 5 & 19 December 3
Xmas Dinner Friday, Dec 6
Houston
Please note that the price per event as increased to $3.00 at Seniors Centre
The seniors AGM is scheduled for Dec 12/24. after the luncheon @ 2 PM. The Luncheon will be from 11 to 1 pm
Floor curling—Every Monday 1-3pm, Tuesday and Friday
Carpet bowling Thursday1-3pm Genealogy, Pool. Shuffleboard and Darts 1-3pm Price $3.00 per event. plus $10.00 annual membership fee.
Senior Gathering Every Tuesday at the plaza 10am-12pm. Free bowling, mini golf, games & Refreshments
Telkwa
Telkwa and District Senior Society New website is www.telkwaseniors.com
Email: info@telkwaseniors.com Phone: 250-846-5263 1388 Birch Street Telkwa BC.
Wednesdays is Sip’n'Stitch at 11am
First and third Wednesdays is Bingo. First number called at 7pm
Potluck is the third Friday . Please be there at 5:45. We eat at six.
General meetings are the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm
Executive Meeting is the last Tuesday of the month at 1pm.
New members are welcome.
Youth Activities
Burns Lake
Burns Lake Public Library -
High Five Gamers Tuesdays 3:15-4:30 afterschool gaming club ages 7-12.
Community Storytime with Miss Bonny. Wednesdays 10:30am. Paws for Cuddles Wednesdays 3:15-4:15pm. Come read to Clive! Ages 6+.
Lego Hour Tuesdays 11am12pm & Fridays 3:30-4:30pm ages 6+.
Manga Club Every second Thursday 3:30-5pm grades 8-12.
Indoor Play Space Tuesdays 10-30-11:30pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Ages 6 and under.
Mother Goose is back open Wednesdays & Fridays 10am11:30am
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1. Question: In what year did the ball-lowering celebration in Times Square first take place?
2. Question: How much confetti drops in Times Square on New Year’s Eve?
3. Question: In what country is it a tradition to jump off a chair at midnight on New Year’s Eve to avoid having bad luck in the new year?
4. Question: What happens during a popular New Year’s Day event called the Polar Bear Plunge?
5. Question: In 46 B.C., which Roman leader made Jan. 1 New Year’s Day?
6. Question: What does “Baby New Year” typically wear? Answer:
7. Question: Which city drops a giant chocolate kiss at midnight on New Year’s Eve? ANSWERS ON PG 32
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BURNS LAKE BR #50
158 Francois Lake Dr, Burns Lake, BC
250-692-3232
WE WANT TO CELEBRATE THE LEGION WILL BE OPEN JAN 16TH BEFORE THAT HAPPENS, WE WOULD LIKE TO GET TOGETHER AND CELEBRATE YOUR HARD WORK AND THE SUCCESS OF THE AUCTION. ANYONE THAT HELPED WITH THE CLEANING SO WE COULD OPEN NOVEMBER 11TH
THOSE WHO HELPED ORGANIZE, COLLECT, ACCEPT DONATIONS, ASK FOR DONATIONS, TOOK PICTURES AND PUT INFO ON FACEBOOK
HOUSTON BR #249
Exclusively at the Legion!
Friday, January 17, 2025
Deep Trouble is coming back!
Admission: $10 (yes, during the Queen of Hearts)
Time:
19+ welcome, bring your ID
We are open for lunch 6 days a week! Sandy is creating her soups regularly, watch our Facebook page for our specials and soup of the day.
Every Tuesday is Taco Tuesday! Come and enjoy Sandy’s complimentary chips & guacamole for dine in only Select from either Soft tacos * hard tacos * taco salad served in a handmade taco bowl
Wednesday is Wing Wednesday 14 different flavours to choose from
Every Friday is Fish Friday Clam Chowder * Fish n’ chips
Our Queen of Hearts progressive jackpot is growing! Check our Facebook page to find out how much it is this Friday!
Meat Draws are held every Saturday. We have 3 draws every ½ hour; 4PM, 4:30PM, 5PM & 5:30PM, And the Breakfast Draw at 5:40PM Tickets are 3 for $5, or 7 for $10.
PLEASE COME TO THE LEGION JAN 11 4:00 PM BRING AN APPY AND CELEBRATE WITH US THE BAR WILL BE OPEN TO ENJOY A BEVERAGE WE WANT TO SEE YOU THERE SMITHERS BR
Darts is held every Saturday, at 7PM, upstairs at the Legion.
Thank you for supporting your local Legion!
Wednesday 3pm - 6pm Friday 3pm - 9pm
Saturday 2:30pm - 7pm
Drop In Darts
Every Wednesday 7pm - 9pm
Friday is Karaoke Night & Meat Draw 5:30pm
Saturday Meat Draw 3pm
Saturday Pool Tournament 3pm
Bar opens at 3:30
Chase the Ace Every Wednesday 3:30-6pm receive a ticket for every purchase. 6PM draw
FREE popcorn on Wednesdays pool table, darts, and keno available Drop in darts at 7:00 pm
HAVE YOUR CHAINS SHARPENED INSTEAD OF REPLACING THEM—INLCUDES PROCESSOR
CHAINS
Refrigeration Operator 1 (Arena)
The District of Houston is seeking qualified persons to work in the Claude A. Parish Memorial Arena. Candidates must have sound related experience in ice-making operations and building services work. Candidates will also demonstrate strong customer service skills, establish, and maintain good working relationships with staff and the public and have the ability to deal tactfully with groups and individuals.
Dates: As Soon as Possible – April 4, 2025
Term: Seasonal Part-Time
Rate of Pay: $35.30 hourly
Hours of Work: Up to 22 hours per week
Closing Date: January 9th, 2025 @ 4:00pm
Classification: Union – CUPE Local 2086
Positions Available: 1
Required Qualifications:
• Refrigeration Safety Awareness Ticket
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• BC Refrigeration Operator’s Certificate or Ice Facility Operator’s Certificate
• BC Refrigeration Operator or 5th Class Power Engineer Ticket (Refrigeration Operator II Only)
Interested persons who would like to join our Arena Operations team should direct all applications including a cover letter and resume by the closing date to: District of Houston
Attn: Karen Hogstead, Director of Corporate Services
PO Box 370, 3367 – 12th Street, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0
Phone: 250-845-2238
E-mail: hr@houston.ca
TRIVIA ANSWERS
1. 1907
2. More than 1 ton
3. Denmark
4. People take a dip or swim in a cold body of water, typically in a place located in the Northern Hemisphere
5. Julius Caesar
6. A diaper, sash and top hat
7. Hershey, Pennsylvania
For Immediate Release
January 8th, 2024
2023 was another good year for Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers!
It’s Crime Stoppers Month and Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers would like to share some exciting news about your crime fighting program! Now entering its 39th year, the program expanded its reach thru Northern B.C. and processed 1047 Tips. Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers now serves over 30 communities across northern British Columbia by taking tips north to the Yukon Border, south to Williams Lake, west to Terrace and east to the Alberta border.
In 2023 Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers Program received a 1047 tips from YOU! As well check out these other imperssive statistics from 2023.
Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers
Tips Received
2023 -1047
Since Inception in 1985 - 22,723
Property Recovered in 2023- $170,000 Since 1985- $3,453,451
Drugs Seized in 2023- $23,200 Since 1985- $35,580,909
Cash Recovered in 2023- $20,842 Since 1985- $578,989
Total Recovered in 2023- $44,042 Since 1985- $39,613,349
In 2023, Northern BC Crime Stoppers continued our very successful partnership with Shred-it Mobile Shedding Services, Mr. Mikes, PGSS and School District 57! With a minimum donation of $10 per bag or box to Crime Stoppers, you can shred your personal documents safely and securely. Our spring and fall events in 2023 raised nearly $10,000! We would like to remind you of our next “Community Shred It Event” on Saturday April 27th, 2024 in Prince George at the PGSS parking lot from 10am -2pm.
The theme for Crime Stoppers Month nationally is “Be A Crime Stopper”. Keep your family safe, keep your community safe and report crime! Crime negatively impacts our safety and undermine our collective efforts to create healthy communities.
The Board of Directors of Northern BC Crime Stoppers would like to thank the citizens of Northern BC for continuing to provide vital information that has led to a good year for tips! We encourage supporters of Crime Stoppers to become members of our society and join our excutive board and you can find more information on our website at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca.
We would also like to thank the hard working and dedicated members of the RCMP in Northern British Columbia for continuing to support our crime fighting program. As well, our media partners who continue to share the Crime Stoppers story.
There are two ways to submit a tip to Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers anonymously 24/7 365 Days a year.The traditional method of calling 1-800-222 -8477(TIPS) and providing information to a trained operator is still very popular. As an increasingly popular alternative, you can submit a typed tip via our website at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca
When providing tips, please be as detailed as possible and remember we don't want your name, just your information! All methods are completely anonymous!
As one of the many Crime Stopper programs throughout the country (87), Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers is a proud partnership of the local media, police and residents of Northern BC. Northern BC Crime Stoppers is a not-for-profit society run independently of the police by everyday citizens like you! All information received is anonymous and is provided to the police in the hopes it will further investigations and lead to arrests, seizures and recovered property.
For more details about Northern BC Crime Stoppers, and our 2023 statistics, please see our website at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
For more information or interview opportunities, contact:
Ron Polillo, Vice President Northern BC Crime Stoppers at 250-612-8645.
Robin Craig, President of Northern BC Crime Stoppers at 250-565-8015.
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I have attended many CPR classes over the years, but was never told this… When you are alone and have a heart attack. What are you gonna do then?
A rarely good post that can't be shared often enough:
1. Take a 2 minute break and read this:
Let's say it's 5:25 pm and you're driving home after an unusually hard day's work.
2. You are really tired and frustrated.
All of a sudden you have chest pains. They are starting to radiate in the arm and jaw. It feels like you’re being stabbed in the chest and heart. You're only a few miles away from the nearest hospital or your home.
3. Unfortunately you don't know if you can make it.
4. Maybe you've taken CPR training, but the person running the course hasn't told you how to help yourself.
5.How do you survive a heart attack when you're alone when it happens? A person who is feeling weak and whose heart is beating hard has only about 10 seconds before losing consciousness.
6.But you can help yourself by coughing repeatedly and very strongly! Deep breaths before every cough. Coughing should be repeated every second until you arrive at the hospital or until your heart starts to beat normally.
7.Deep breathing gives oxygen to your lungs and coughing movements boost the heart and blood circulation. Heart pressure also helps to restore a normal heartbeat. Here's how cardiac arrest victims can make it to the hospital for the right treatment.
8.Cardiologists say if someone gets this message and passes it on to 10 people, we can expect to save at least one life.
9. FOR WOMEN: You should know that women have additional and different symptoms. Rarely have crushing chest pain or pain in the arms. Often have indigestion and tightness across the back at the bra line, plus sudden fatigue.
Instead of posting jokes, you're helping save lives by spreading this message.
