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October 21, 2009


Sibling rivalry

Youth bowling has started at Enilda Mud Bowl for another season. About 20 youth and children attended the Oct. 17 session and enjoyed a good time learning the sport. In the left photo, Nolan Hamelin, 3, expresses amazement at his latest attempt. In the right photo, his sister Kassiandra, 4, is determined to knock down every pin as she takes dead aim at her target. Youth bowling occurs each Saturday at the bowling alley at 10 a.m.


Council flip-flops on Faust project
Backlash from Faust citizens has prompted the M.D. of Big Lakes council to reverse its decision on a water and sewer project in the hamlet.

Noise complaint a ‘no-win situation’
A woman’s complaint about noise from the Carillion Canada facility across from her property is a “no-win situation” for the Town of High Prairie’s protective services committee.

Tracing program little benefit to cattle producers
The benefit of tracing all livestock headed to market is being questioned by farmers and municipalities across the Peace Region.

Study begins to examine detachment’s resources
A police methodology resource study for the High Prairie RCMP Detachment will be completed as soon as possible, promises S/Sgt. Karen Simon, a district advisory non-commissioned officer for the Western Alberta “K” District in Grande Prairie.

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Mouallem student residence opens in Slave Lake
Joe Mouallem and his family wanted to give back to the community, and his efforts bore fruit on October 14 when the Northern Lakes College student housing officially opened.

Amateur radio enthusiasts connect
Doug Ellison picks up the mike of an amateur radio and says “CQ, CQ, CQ” followed by an identification number.


Enilda Mud Bowl weekly scores
Following are the bowling scores recorded in league play at the Enilda Mud Bowl the week of Oct. 12-16. Scores are provided courtesy of the bowling alley.


Editorial: Recognizing businesses during Small Business Week
It’s Small Business Week, and small businesses certainly deserve to be recognized. All too often, we focus on the biggest companies, the multi-national Wal-Marts of the world. They seem to get the tax breaks, the government help, and most of the recognition.

International: The world of COOL approaches
There isn’t much left of the Thanksgiving turkey. And the white wine that was paired with it? Totally gone, thanks to our trusty wine adviser who told us B.C. Reisling grape was the way to go with turkey.

Theresa's Tidbits: Lahey situation a sad, frustrating one
Finding out that someone has been into porn is shocking. Finding out that it’s child porn is nothing less than heart-breaking. Finding out that person is a high church official is frustrating.

DVD Corner: ‘Kill Bill’ is a stylized blood fest
If there’s one thing to say about Quentin Tarantino, he’s a controversial director in promoting stylized violence, including the ‘Kill Bill’ movies.

Religious: Lift the name of Jesus
Recently, I watched a movie by the name of ‘Flywheel’. Jay was the main character. His life was a mess until he turned it over to Jesus and made him Lord of his life.


Quilters showcase myriad of colour, talent
Story and a collection of printed and unprinted photos from "Quilters showcase myriad of colour, talent”
FireChase entries top 200 for first time
Story and a collection of printed and unprinted photos from "FireChase 2009”

Loud and proud!
A collection of printed and unprinted photos from Town Shake Up concert Sept. 19 from 2-5 p.m.

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