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Hutton sidewalk and highway crossing approved by council

by Mona Mattei on 21 Jul 2011
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Councillors Michael Wirischagin (L), Chris Moslin and Cher Wyers with staff support at their council meeting Monday, Jul. 18; Photo, Mona Mattei
Using short term borrowing to finance the project, Grand Forks City Council approved the building of a ramp, crosswalk, and sidewalk for school children heading to Hutton Elementary School by September.
 
“The key advantage of this is the safety of our children crossing the highway to attend school,” commented Councillor Gene Robert. “The sidewalk on the north side will provide safe a more access for children making their way to 75th Avenue and Hutton school. There’s an enormous amount of children that walk across that highway everyday.

Referendum questions set for $5.5 million in borrowing

by Mona Mattei on 21 Jul 2011
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Grand Forks Mayor Brian Taylor chaired their meeting on July 18 at the Boundary Museum's new outdoor shade shelter; Photo, Mona Mattei
Referendum questions to allow for $5.5 million in borrowing for infrastructure projects passed three readings at Grand Forks council on Monday night in preparation for the upcoming fall election.
 
Following their special meeting held on Jul. 11 where councillors reviewed the financial plan for infrastructure upgrading, two bylaws for borrowing were brought before council on Jul.

Summer is for eating pie and enjoying the sun - Boundary style at Pie in July

by BoundaryMuseum on 21 Jul 2011
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Grand Forks city councillors judged the pie tasting competition at the Pie in July at the Boundary Museum; Photo, Boundary Museum

What could be better than enjoying the sun and eating home-made pie? Well, over 120 people attended the Boundary Museum’s first ever Pie in July event held last Saturday at the museum’s new home, the Fructova Heritage Site to do just that.

Zuckerberg Island vandalized; police chasing down "solid" leads

by Kyra Hoggan on 20 Jul 2011
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Zuckerberg Island vandalized; police chasing down "solid" leads

Police say they have solid leads in the investigation of dramatic vandalism at Zuckerberg Island last weekend, but they’re still asking the public to come forward with any information people might have regarding the culprits responsible for trashing the community site.


“We’re convinced that someone saw who did this,” said RCMP Sgt. Laurel Mathew. “Enough is enough – it’s time for someone to step up. Either way, police are following up several solid leads and the investigation is continuing.

LETTER: B.C.'s senior's care program needs to be overhauled

by Contributor on 20 Jul 2011
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LETTER: B.C.'s senior's care program needs to be overhauled
Dear Editor;
 
As one of the nominees for the New Democratic Party (NDP) I have been out talking to the membership and the public about seniors care in this province.  British Columbia has the highest poverty rate in Canada. One in nine people in this province live in poverty and many of them are seniors.
 
We have had a 30 percent decrease between 2001 and 2007 in funding for home care.

Rosslander's HEART helps rescue dogs in need

by Andrew Zwicker on 20 Jul 2011
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Charlie, a rescue dog from Alberta is the newest addition to the Zwicker family - Andrew Zwicker photo

News of the “Whistler 100”-as the victims of the heart-wrenching killing of sled dogs last winter has come to be known- has touched many a heart. One of those hearts was that of Trail's Sarah Fulcher. Inspired by her love of dogs and learning more about issues of dog abuse rampant in the north, she put her heart into creating Husky Emergency Adoption Rescue and Transport (HEART).

 

Annual Boltz run for cancer shared Kettle River day with fun for the entire family in Midway

by Andy George on 19 Jul 2011
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‘A great day for a run,’ was the resounding sentiment from participants of the second Annual John Boltz Memorial Run. The weather not only cooperated, but provided optimal conditions: heat not being excessive and mixed clouds giving shady breaks to Midway’s morning sun.
 
Organizer of the event, Stephanie Boltz, said the run was a great success, with final participatory numbers at 130 overall. Opting for either the 5k or 10k, young and old came out, each with loved ones affected by cancer in mind.

Garden plants that put our rivers at risk

by Contributor on 19 Jul 2011
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Garden plants that put our rivers at risk

At least two species of garden plants are putting rivers at risk, according to the Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee (CKIPC). Policeman’s helmet (also called “jewelweed” or “Himalayan balsam”) and knotweeds (also called “false bamboo”) are escaping gardens and showing up in creeks, rivers and other riparian areas in the Rossland, Trail and Fruitvale areas.

Council announces rest of transit cuts as it looks to streamline service

by Timothy Schafer on 18 Jul 2011
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Council announces rest of transit cuts as it looks to streamline service

A total of five cuts will be made to transit service in Nelson, with the first coming into effect Aug. 1 with the elimination of Sunday service.

Council voted in late June in favour of slicing and dicing the Sunday offering in order to save $31,000 out of the City’s annual budget for transit.

The City will also cut service to Perrier Road, Crease and Richards streets, no “overload’ runs to the Waldorf School and will reduce its summer service.

Grand Forks rolls out the streets for moonlight madness

by Boundary Sentinel on 17 Jul 2011
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The Grand Forks Rotary club raises money selling popcorn; Photo, Mona Mattei

Downtown merchants sponsored Moonlight Madness for locals and visitors alike on Friday night in Grand Forks.

Along with entertainment from local bands, and a dog parade, there were vendors and local groups lining the street with their wares. The annual show and shine for cars brought out some beautiful antiques for everyone to explore.

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