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173707 466•3220 (Ext: 1305) Email: [email protected] Tuesday, September 24, 2019 Volume 153, Issue 39 stcroixcourier.ca www.stcroixcourier.ca St. Stephen man without power for months - says bill continued to rise after disconnection
power has been shut-off for nearly four Andrew Sutton months now. He said he got the notice ST. STEPHEN his power would be shut-off about 20 minutes after the NB Power worker left. At the beginning of the year, Shane That day, he went to work, and on his VanTassel’s wife left him. break called the utility. “That put me behind on my bills,” he They told him he owed $1749, and in said. “There used to be two incomes, order to get his power turned back on but now it’s down to one.” he would have to clear that debt. VanTassel lives in St. Stephen, in a “I said that with 1700 bucks, I can go house he has been renting to own for buy a $500 generator and I’ll be fi ne for the last six years. “In four more years the summer.” The NB Power represen- it’ll be mine.” tative told him to go right ahead and do He’s sitting on his living room couch, that. illuminated only by the sunlight com- “So I did,” he says. “But unfortu- ing in through the transparent cur- nately, that takes gas to run, which eats- tains. Sitting there, you can hear the up quite a bit of my money.” faint hum of the generator running be- In the calculus of the moment, this hind the house - providing power to his arrangement seemed to make sense. fridge and washing machine. VanTassel owed $1750 to NB Power, but “I run it for around four to six hours a he could run his generator for the sum- day,” he tells me. mer which would give him some time VanTassel works two jobs in St. Ste- to deal with that bill before the winter phen, amounting to around 55 hours came around and he needed heating. a week. He’s 38-years-old, and prides But his bill kept going up. VanTassel himself on his independence. “I don’t believes his equalized billing payments use that much electricity,” he said. “My have been added to his debt, despite his lights aren’t on in the daytime, because power being shut-off. Those payments there’s a giant fi reball in the sky that were around $300 a month, and his over- does that for me.” due bill is now around $3000. When he fi rst started getting behind NB Power’s no-disconnect policy runs Andrew Sutton/Courier on his power bill, VanTassel says he from November 1 to March 31, but for Shane VanTassel’s home in St. Stephen has been without power for nearly four months. NB Power is refusing to called NB Power to make a payment ar- those who are working and are still un- turn on his electricity unless he is able to come up with $2500. rangement. He told them that he could able to keep up with high energy bills, give them $200 every two weeks when there is little recourse if your power he can come up with $2500 - the amount he was paid. has been disconnected in the summer he would owe after the $550 from the According to VanTassel, NB Power months. NB Power is not required to heating supplement was applied. agreed to this arrangement. “I was still hook customers back up when the cold Without power, VanTassel will have a $1.33 +TAX behind,” he said, “but I was making the months come around. hard winter. His generator isn’t capable payments.” At his wits end, VanTassel went to of running a heater, and without heat “I didn’t think much of it,” he added, Social Development to see if they could the pipes in his house will freeze and “Until I came home from work at lunch help. After a week of talking with NB burst. Soon he will have to shut off the to change for my afternoon job and the Power, the utility remains infl exible. water main to avoid this - leaving him NB Power fella was in my yard. Then “I managed to pre-qualify for the home without heat or water during the cold- everything went dark.” heating supplement,” he said, but NB est months of the year. This happened on June 3. VanTassel’s Power still won’t reconnect him unless [email protected]
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Subscribe or Advertise: 506.466.3220 www.stcroixcourier.ca 173708 2 | September 24, 2019 News RCMP seeking Kids paint & sip Orange t-shirt day St. George Saint Andrews information about The Knack Shack is hosting an outdoor rock paint- Every September 30 is Orange Shirt Day at the ing party for kids. Paint, rocks, and beverages will be NBCC St. Andrews campus, in remembrance of provided, but participants are asked to bring their residential school survivors. Students, teachers, own paint brushes (also welcome to bring own rocks and staff are asked to wear an orange t-shirt as part break and enter and paints). This event is taking place on Saturday, of the legacy of the St. Joseph Mission residential September 28 from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. the Day Adven- school commemoration, held in Williams Lake in ture Centre in St. George. the spring of 2013. This date was chosen because children are back in school and teachers will have into church time to plan course material around the anti-rac- ist and anti-bullying themes, and set the stage for St. George school policies surrounding these themes. Orange Members of the St. George RCMP are investigat- Shirt Day is also a chance for First Nations, local ing an incident of mischief following a break and governments, schools, and community agencies enter into a church. Waste pickup to come together in the spirit of reconciliation to Sometime between the evening of Saturday, Sep- build hope for future generations. tember 21 and the morning of Sunday, September Saint Andrews 22, 2019, someone broke into the Church of Christ The Public Works Staff in Saint Andrews will begin on Carleton Street. Several windows were broken daily curbside pickup for fall yard waste and leaves and a number of items were moved around inside beginning on Monday, September 24. Branches must the church during the incident. be in two foot by three foot bundles, and not exceed This is the fourth time in three years that the 50 pounds. Loose brush and tree branches may be Book reading and church has been broken into or sustained property brought to the designated chipping area in the Town damage. The New Brunswick RCMP’s Forensic Iden- Public Works Yard Monday through Friday between tification Services is assisting in the investigation. the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. All material must be discussion Police are asking anyone with information, who free of rope, wire, etc. Leaf bags will be available at may have surveillance video equipment in the area, the Town Office at a cost of $3 per bundle of 10. This or who may have seen suspicious activity around service will come to an end on Friday, November 9, Campobello the church to contact the St. George RCMP at 506- and is not available to large scale or commercial con- The Campobello Public Library and Museum is 755-1130. Information can also be provided anony- tractors. hosting an evening with author Jane Merrill as she mously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS reads from her book, “The Showgirl Costume: An (8477) or www.crimenb.ca Illustrated History”, which discusses the history of risqué couture from France to Las Vegas. If you have a copy of the book, please bring it along to have it signed by the author. This event is taking place on Tuesday, September 24 from 7:30 p.m. until Autumn ball 8:30 p.m. After school Lubec, Maine The LAMPS Autumn Ball is being held on Saturday, October 12 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the Downeast Dragonfly Bar & Grill, LLC, located at 882 County Road chess club in Lubec, Maine. This event is sponsored by the Lubec Obedience classes Area Musicians Philanthropic Society (LAMPS) and St. Stephen admission is by donation to benefit Downeast food Oak Bay The After-School Chess Club for students ages banks and fuel funds. If you have a dog four months old or older, you eight to 14 meets every Tuesday from 3 p.m. until 5 can take part in the beginner obedience class be- p.m. at the St. Croix Public Library in St. Stephen. ing held by the Charlotte County Kennel Club. In- Pre-registration is requested, and you can do so by structor Jessica Grant is Fenzi Dog Sports Acad- calling 466-7529 or email [email protected] emy Obedience certified, and a board member of the Charlotte County Kennel Club. She will be sup- Fall and winter ported by Rhonda Hulan, Charlotte County Search and Rescue K-9 handler. For more information, or to register, please call 506-366-8206, or email Jessica recreation at [email protected] or the Kennel Club at char- [email protected]. Registration fees are Fire department due by Friday, September 27. schedules open house St. Stephen The Garcelon Civic Center in St. Stephen has re- Saint Andrews leased its fall and winter schedule. Hard copies are Pie sale The St. Andrews Fire Department is hosting available at the main desk (now located upstairs due an Open House on Sunday, October 6 from 2 p.m. to renovations), or you can get a copy of the sched- Campobello until 4 p.m. This is a great opportunity for kids to ule online at http://garcelonciviccenter.ca, where you The Campobello Community Garden Pie Sale learn about planning escape routes in their homes, can click on a live link to the arena schedule. Please will take place on Friday, October 4 from 10 a.m. un- schools, etc. and to practice their escapes. This note, arena skate times can change up to 72 hours in til 2 p.m. at the Village Mart Lobby. Donations are event is part of Fire Prevention Week education, advance, so please check the link or call 467-3030 if accepted. Come on out and get yourself a delicious, and kids will get to meet real life superheroes. you have any questions. homemade pie.
INFORMATION DESK LOTTERY WEATHER TIDES KENO ATLANTIC BUCKO From Environment Canada • For Thursday, September 19 are: 07, • September 19 - 05, 09, 18, 27, 37 Tuesday...Showers. Risk of thundershowers this evening. Based on Saint John tides. (AST) 10, 15, 16, 20, 22, 25, 26, 32, 35, 36, 40, • September 20 - 02, 05, 36, 37, 41 Amount 2 mm. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light To adjust at St. Stephen, high add 8 minutes, low add 28 minutes; St. Andrews, high 50, 51, 55, 57, 58, 59, 64, 69. add 8 minutes, low add 7 minutes; Fairhaven, Deer Island, high add 3 minutes, low • September 21 - 15, 16, 19, 20, 41 this evening. Low 11. • For Friday, September 20 are: 01, 17, • September 22 - 07, 20, 22, 33, 39 add 9 minutes; Welshpool, high add 1 minute, low add 6 minutes; North Head, high 18, 26, 32, 36, 37, 38, 39, 42, 44, 51, 52, or low, subtract 5 minutes; Back Bay, high subtract 7 minutes, low subtract 6 minutes. • September 23 - 09, 19, 22, 26, 27 Wednesday...Cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers in 54, 55, 56, 59, 64, 68, 69. the morning. High 15. UV index 2 or low. 2019-09-26 Thu 4:00 AM ADT 1.12 meters Low Tide 2019-09-30 Mon 1:15 AM ADT 8.46 meters High Tide • For Saturday, September 21 are: 07, TAG 2019-09-30 Mon 7:31 AM ADT 0.18 meters Low Tide 2019-09-26 Thu 10:11 AM ADT 7.43 meters High Tide 09, 14, 17, 21, 22, 23, 26, 30, 34, 35, 42, • For September 19 draw is 595591 2019-09-26 Thu 4:27 PM ADT 1.19 meters Low Tide 2019-09-30 Mon 1:39 PM ADT 8.49 meters High Tide • For September 20 draw is 472414 Thursday... Sunny. High 24. 2019-09-30 Mon 7:57 PM ADT 0.12 meters Low Tide 43, 47, 48, 51, 60, 62, 66, 69. 2019-09-26 Thu 10:36 PM ADT 7.86 meters High Tide • For Sunday, September 22 are: 01, 09, • For September 21 draw is 323842 2019-09-27 Fri 4:57 AM ADT 0.75 meters Low Tide 2019-10-01 Tue 2:05 AM ADT 8.40 meters High Tide MARINE – Grand Manan... 14, 20, 22, 34, 39, 40, 43, 46, 48, 49, 50, • For September 22 draw is 549982 2019-09-27 Fri 11:07 AM ADT 7.82 meters High Tide 2019-10-01 Tue 8:20 AM ADT 0.29 meters Low Tide 51, 54, 56, 60, 63, 65, 70. • For September 23 draw is 511735 2019-09-27 Fri 5:23 PM ADT 0.77 meters Low Tide 2019-10-01 Tue 2:29 PM ADT 8.44 meters High Tide Wednesday...A mix of sun and cloud. 60 percent chance • For Monday, September 23 are: 02, 03, 2019-09-27 Fri 11:31 PM ADT 8.17 meters High Tide 2019-10-01 Tue 8:48 PM ADT 0.21 meters Low Tide of showers in the morning. Fog patches dissipating in 2019-10-02 Wed 2:57 AM ADT 8.20 meters High Tide 05, 06, 11, 18, 23, 26, 34, 37, 44, 45, 53, LOTTO 6/49 2019-09-28 Sat 5:51 AM ADT 0.43 meters Low Tide the morning. High 16. UV index 5 or moderate. 2019-10-02 Wed 9:10 AM ADT 0.54 meters Low Tide • Unofficial winning numbers for Saturday, 2019-09-28 Sat 12:00 PM ADT 8.16 meters High Tide 55, 56, 59, 60, 62, 65, 65.. 2019-10-02 Wed 3:19 PM ADT 8.26 meters High Tide September 21 - 01 02, 04, 32, 38, 39, 21. Bonus 25. Thursday...Sunny. High 20. 2019-09-28 Sat 6:16 PM ADT 0.41 meters Low Tide 2019-10-02 Wed 9:39 PM ADT 0.44 meters Low Tide 2019-09-29 Sun 12:24 AM ADT 8.38 meters High Tide 2019-10-03 Thu 3:49 AM ADT 7.92 meters High Tide LOTTO MAX • Unofficial winning numbers for September ATLANTIC 49 Friday... A mix of sun and cloud with 60 percent chance 2019-09-29 Sun 6:41 AM ADT 0.23 meters Low Tide 2019-10-03 Thu 10:02 AM ADT 0.87 meters Low Tide • Unofficial winning numbers for Saturday, 2019-09-29 Sun 12:50 PM ADT 8.39 meters High Tide 20 are: 09, 15, 26, 36, 39, 41, 47. Bonus 37. of showers. High 19. 2019-10-03 Thu 4:11 PM ADT 7.99 meters High Tide September 21 - 19, 20, 23, 24, 35, 37. Bonus 10. 2019-09-29 Sun 7:07 PM ADT 0.19 meters Low Tide 2019-10-03 Thu 10:32 PM ADT 0.75 meters Low Tide 167139 SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 | 3 NEWS Owners of new McDonald’s thrilled with community support, want to give back
Sari Green the training process. She said they are still not up to the speed that most peo- ST. STEPHEN ple expect from McDonald’s, but they are getting there, and the community The new McDonald’s restaurant in is very supportive in these early stages St. Stephen has been open since August of the business. 12. Owners Gary and Ashley Wager Gary added, “What we found is a lot said this was a soft opening, and they of people who are interested in work- were overwhelmed with the amount ing hard, and they’ve picked things of support from the community. They up very quickly. We’ve gone from zero held their grand opening last Saturday, employees to 55 at this location, 38 full and said it was a huge success. time, and we’re working our way to- Ashley Wager said it was about 18 wards 60. As much as it’s been very dif- months ago she and her husband were fi cult to get them coached, everybody’s approved to be owner/operators for been fantastic. The people we’ve been McDonald’s. The couple had been work- able to hire are great. ing in Halifax for 10 years with other “The team we’ve been building is owner/operators, and they received the very strong. I’d say we’re way ahead call in June, asking if they were inter- of where I thought it would be at this ested in two New Brunswick locations stage. There’s still a ton of work to do (the other is in Oromocto). So, they and a lot of training, but we’ve got hard purchased both, started managing the working people who are picking things Oromocto location in July, which was up really quickly.” already established, and then opened Not only do the Wagers want to op- the St. Stephen location. erate their business here, they want “It’s quite busy,” said Wager. “We to be involved with the community. In travel quite a bit back and forth. For fact, they plan to make it a major focus. the month of August, Gary was here They are big believers in education at the Winsome Inn and I was proba- and athletics, and they want to support bly here for two weeks of that. We have youth athletics in the area. Following two young kids, and they were with my the grand opening, they donated $1,500 parents in Moncton. We travel back to the Charlotte County Boys & Girls and forth between Oromocto and here. Club, as well as $1,500 to the St. Stephen We’re living with friends in Freder- High School athletic program. Sari Green/Courier icton. We’re trying to get settled, and “It’s something we’re really passion- McDonald’s owner/operators Ashley and Gary Wager can’t get over the community response to their new location things have been a bit hectic.” ate about,” said Gary. “We’re going to in St. Stephen. They said they are really happy with the overall response, and they want to get involved with the Gary Wager said these past few try and make an impact on the commu- community in as many ways as they can, including sponsoring local youth athletics, in addition to bringing new weeks have been extremely busy. They nity with that. We really hope to be the jobs to the area. got the keys to the building on August place where people come to look for do- 1, and spent the next 12 days training nations, and different ways that we can their new staff. He said he is thankful support the community. We want peo- the Oromocto location is one that was ple to feel free to contact us. We can’t do already established, and they have a everything, but we want to do as much strong management team that was able as we possibly can. Any way we can to help them settle in. He added that give back, we want to do it.” they are also developing a strong team The couple said they see St. Stephen in St. Stephen. as a “cool little town” with lots of “It just takes time,” said Gary. There things going on for people of all ages. (Oromocto) we inherited 68 employees. Gary said he is from a border town Here we had zero trained.” originally (Fort Frances, Ontario), and Wager, who worked with the Ronald this reminds him a lot of where he McDonald House in Vancouver prior came from. He loves the tight knit com- The family of the late Lorraine Williams would like to thank the to working with the restaurants, said munity feel, and said it’s familiar and following organizations & people for their tireless efforts during the growing the team has been the biggest nostalgic. priority for her and her husband. They If anyone is interested in joining the search for Lorraine in the St. Stephen area: were unsure of how much interest they McDonald’s team in St. Stephen, the could generate in a small town, but Wagers said all you have to do is bring • RCMP members from the quickly realized this is an area where in your resume. Currently, they are there are people who want to work, and seeking full and part time employees, St. Stephen and St. George who need jobs. She said people want to for all shifts. 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Sometimes, you’ve got to hand it to a political party PR machine, and thanks to the announcement made by the Liberal party on Fri- day regarding promises of new gun legislation if re-elected, the prize most certainly goes to them. The Liberal party needed a boost – a fairly significant one – on the heels of the black/brown face photos which surfaced (with conspic- uous timing) of Justin Trudeau from events some 18 years ago. He needed an “in case of emergency, break glass” rescue, and for the Liberal party, it came in the form of an announcement Friday in Toronto that if re-elected, the Liberal party will ban all “assault- style” rifles (AR-15 is the most widely recognized in name), and will give municipalities the power, if they desire, to ban handguns. It was a brilliant PR move and delightfully deflective from the scandal earlier in the week– and one that is sure to appeal to par- ticularly the urban voter – a demographic where Trudeau and his Liberal party need to gain some crucial ground. And yes, on the face of it, those who are unfamiliar with existing legislation and regulation will likely wonder what the issue could possibly be. Well, I’m here to tell you. It’s about the language Trudeau used, and the absolute and diabol- ical misinformation it presents to the general public. Assault weap- ons are already banned in Canada. They have been since the late 1970s. So, Trudeau just made a promise to give Canadians a piece of legislation which has been in place for over 40 years. He also pledged to ensure a license had to be shown to purchase a firearm. Again, PAL and RPAL’s have been in existence since the It makes a difference being a woman in politics same time, the late 70s, and you can’t even purchase ammunition without showing it. Editor, have most likely resulted in an immediate dis- Continued on page 5 Re: “Ludwig’s signs vandalized,…”, Courier missal, (not harassment) Weekend, Sept 20, 2019 b. A “Yes Mr PM”, whatever you say. In response to Karen Ludwig’s statement I believe that because the Attorney General Publisher: “People say that it doesn’t make a difference was a female it was thought by the PM and his Fred Fiander | [email protected] being a woman in politics, but it one-hundred senior staff, that their continued harassment percent does.” would eventually work out to their, and SNC’s, Editor: I agree with this statement, that is, it favour. So yes Karen, I strongly believe, as you Krisi Marples | [email protected] “one-hundred percent” does make a difference say, it does make a difference being a woman being a woman in politics. As found by the in politics. You chose not to be silenced by the Reporters: ethics Commissionaire, the PM and his senior vandalism of your signs. The former AG chose Sari Green | [email protected] staff continually harassed Judy Wilson Ray- not to be silenced by the actions of Justin Andrew Sutton | [email protected] bould, interfering with the legal process with Trudeau. respect to the SNC Lavalin case. I question that As a man who supports women in following Sales: if there had been a man (Mr. X for the purposes any path they so choose, the findings of the of this letter) in the position of Attorney Gen- Ethics Commissionaire will influence my vote Erica MacQuarrie | [email protected] eral/Minister of Justice, it would have played on Oct 21st. out much differently,, i.e, either; Greg Hanlon Circulation: a. A flat out “No” from Mr X, which would Little Ridge, NB Joanne Mires | [email protected]
Production Manager: Randy Hogge | [email protected] MP’s should be able to vote their conscience Printing Sales: Cathy Hogge, Acct. Manager | [email protected] Editor, the federal bureaucrat tasked with policy im- In agreement with the Editor, individuals plementation. Moreover, since Prof. Savoie’s Customer Service Agent: destroying political posters is “demeaning to essay was published today’s critics of Cana- Paulette McMorran | [email protected] democracy.” More demeaning, however, is the da’s democracy argue, under Prime Minister Michelle Roy | [email protected] number of Canadians either unaware or bliss- Justin Trudeau’s leadership the loss of repre- fully ignorant of the demise of the nation’s sentative democracy has gotten much worse Office: 47 Milltown Boulevard, democratic process because of its broken because of the likelihood of the PMO to bully St. Stephen, New Brunswick chain of accountability. In Canada’s current MP(s). Phone: (506) 466–3220 Fax: (506) 466–9950 system of governance, an individual elected Sadly, not one of the federal party leaders to represent Southwest New Brunswick as an are talking about reforming Canada’s broken Publications mail agreement number 40020837 MP, for instance, actually has very little clout. democracy. Perhaps party leaders’ lack of can- Registration No. 10592 Within their political party’s caucus process dor about Canada’s broken democracy is due to Published Tuesdays by St. Croix Printing & Publishing MP(s) are relegated to a lobbyist role that when their desires for similar administrative power they are publicly voting on legislation, policy to which there’s minimal checks and balances, or budgets if their official public vote is in op- accountability and answerability. position of the whims of their party’s leader In closing, let’s hope a national party leader then by written agreement they’ll be expelled emerges from the pack with a truly demo- (Ms. Wilson-Raybould, and Jane Philpott). To cratic outlook, freeing prospective MP(s) from One year Two year illustrate, if the national party’s platform in- the chains of their political party’s dictatorial New Brunswick $66.15 HST Inc. $120.75 HST Inc. cludes re-implementation of the National Gun restraint. In determining the best interests of Rest of Canada* $72.00 + tax of prov. $136.50 + tax of prov. Registry then the party’s MP shall publicly their Southwest New Brunswick constituents United States $150.00 $280.00 vote in support of the re-implementation of and irrespective of their political party mem- Overseas (Online only) $55.00 the National Gun Registry or be sacked from bership our elected MP should be free to vote party. their conscience. * Rest of Canada must add applicable tax of their province. At its core this analysis (“Canada’s democ- Dale Ferriere, Seniors Discount – 10% off before tax price racy is broken”) isn’t mine but began with Rolling Dam, NB University of Moncton Professor and Order Mailing address: of Canada Official, Donald Savoie’s essay. In his May 2008 Globe & Mail essay entitled, “The P.O. Box 250, Letters to the editor must be no more than Broken Chain of Answerability,” Prof. Savoie 500 words, and preference will be given St. Stephen, NB wrote, “The chain of accountability, from vot- to local topics. Letters reflect the opinion E3L 2X2 ers to MP, from MP to prime minister and cab- Copyright and/or property rights subsists in all of the writer, and do not necessarily advertising and in other materials appearing in inet ministers, from ministers to the heads of reflect the views of the Courier. Letters this edition of The Saint Croix Courier. Permission to government departments and agencies, and may be edited for word count, language, reproduce wholly or in any form whatsoever, particularly from senior civil servants to front-line manag- by photographic or offset process in a publication, must liability and accuracy. The name, address, be obtained in writing from the publisher. ers to their employees, has broken down.” and phone number of the writer must Emphasizing the diminished role of an MP, be included, and submission does not Prof. Savoie intimates how federal govern- guarantee print. Email letters to editor@ ment decision-making power is both central- stcroixcourier.ca Postage paid at St. Stephen, NB Printed in Canada ized, around the PMO, and decentralized, to ISSN:0707–4905 September 24, 2019 | 5 News The democratization of airpower Let’s raise our Global View glasses to brilliant Gwynne Dyer
Big shifts in the military balance happen quietly still pretty cheap when you consider that a single F-35 PR, and poor policy over many years, and then leap suddenly into focus fighter costs $122 million. You get a very capable air- when the shooting starts. plane for your money, and a couple of them could do Continued from page 4 It happened to classic blitzkrieg tactics in the equal damage to those oil processing facilities – but Arab-Israeli war of 1973, when both sides lost half they wouldn’t do a much better job. He made mention of the terrible shooting last their tanks, mostly to cheap, infantry-fired anti-tank They could also get shot down, which would be a summer in Toronto (hence the choice of location missiles, in just three weeks. And it happened to ‘air very large amount of money (plus maybe the pilots’ for the announcement) and the incident in Monc- superiority’, in the sense that it has been understood lives) down the drain. The drones and cruise mis- ton a few years ago. And I get it. They were truly for the past 75 years, in Saudi Arabia last week. siles can also be shot down, of course, but they’re tragic. But what he didn’t mention is the handgun Tanks ruled the battlefield from the German blitz- cheap, they have no pilots, and if there are enough of used in the Toronto shooting was stolen, and al- krieg of 1940 until 1973. Only more or better tanks them, some are likely to get through. If they don’t get ready illegal. It didn’t belong to a legal gun owner. could stop them. Tanks have got a lot more sophisti- through today, send more tomorrow. It was actually originally stolen from a store out cated since 1973, but so have the anti-tank weapons, The Saudis made it extra-easy for the Houthis (or west, and through the chain of criminal activity, which are a lot cheaper and therefore a lot more plen- the Iranians, if you believe the Saudi-American ver- ended up in the hands – illegally – of the perpetra- tiful. There is no longer a single, simple equation for sion of the story) by not having any short-range air tor the Toronto shooting. battlefield success. defences for their most important economic assets, or Legally owned firearms account for something Air superiority, the other main component of blitz- at least none facing in the right direction. But this is like .018 per cent of firearm related crime. It’s a krieg, had a much longer run of success. The powers because Saudi Arabia doesn’t plan to do its own fight- statistically minute number. And that’s not to min- that could afford to design and build the most ad- ing in any confrontation with Iran. imize the impact on those .018 per cent victims, but vanced combat aircraft controlled not only the sky Saudi Arabia’s defence budget ($67.6 billion last it shows legal gun owners are not the issue when but the land beneath it, and could batter weaker states year) goes mostly on buying very expensive military it comes to firearm related crime. That means the into submission (NATO against Serbia, the US twice equipment from the United States, but what it is really bulk of those crimes are perpetrated by illegally against Iraq, NATO again in Libya, etc.) with few ca- buying is American military support. In return for all obtained firearms – and you can’t legislate those sualties of their own. that money, the Kingdom expects Americans to do the away – unless you turn your attention to border Fast forward to September 2019 in Saudi Arabia. The actual fighting for it, just as it hires Sudanese and Pa- security, as the bulk come from the US as part of oil-rich kingdom should be among the privileged, in- kistanis to do the ground combat in its war in Yemen. crime related activity. Focus those dollars on addi- vulnerable few, for it has a very high-tech air force and The Saudis shouldn’t count on that. Donald Trump tional crime units and increased police and train- the best air defences money can buy. It can also call on knows nothing about foreign affairs or military strat- ing. Stem the gang activity and stem the influx of the immense power of the United States, which main- egy, but this is the sort of deal he has spent a lifetime illegal firearms into the country. Enact real poli- tains military bases in a number of Gulf states and has imposing on others. He’ll make the sales, but he won’t cies and legislation that have the chance to effect promised to protect it. What could possibly go wrong? deliver the services. substantial change. What went wrong was a swarm of cheap drones and The big question that is finally going to be asked, And here’s the other kicker. The casual mention cruise missiles that the Saudis didn’t even see com- in countries rich and poor, is why the air forces insist of a buyback program. Yep, again, it sounds ut- ing. According to the Houthi rebels in Yemenis, who on buying ultra-expensive manned aircraft instead terly reasonable. But as a taxpayer, are you aware claim to have launched them, there were at least ten of flocks, swarms and fleets of small, cheap, dispos- of what the cost to you will be? A conservative es- Samad 3 drones (the Saudis say eighteen drones hit able unmanned vehicles. The truth is that air forces timate based solely on the buyback of AR-15 style the Abqaiq oil processing site) and an undisclosed are run by pilots, and they like to fly planes, but what rifles will cost the Canadian tax payer over $500 number of Qasif K-2 cruise missiles (the Saudis say happened in Saudi Arabia last week will finally give million. And really, when you start to dive into the four cruise missiles struck the Khurais facility). the civilian authorities arguments that the aviators deep end of the situation, you, the taxpayer, will be The Saudis didn’t see them because they flew nap cannot resist or ignore. coughing up far closer to $1 billion – and that’s not of the earth, so low they were hidden from Saudi ra- So the shift to primary reliance on unmanned aerial including handgun buybacks or other rifles being dars. They were launched from three different sites, vehicles (UAVs) for offensive action will get underway added to the prohibited list by the RCMP. but timed to reach their targets simultaneously from at last, and the result will be the democratization of The Canadian economy will also lose almost $9 three different angles. They took out half the oil-pro- air power. Only rich countries with a mastery of high billion in annual revenue with the loss of the sport cessing capability of the world’s second-biggest pro- technology can own F-35s. Even the smallest, poorest shooting industry. ducer for at least some weeks – and the whole swarm country (and some non-state actors too) can afford to Rural jobs will perish. Tax payers will bear the of them only cost one or two million dollars. build or buy a few thousand drones and a couple of brunt of billions in penalties. And most impor- That’s assuming they were built in low-wage Ye- hundred basic cruise missiles. tantly, the crime rate won’t change. If I thought it men. They’d cost twice that to build in Iran, and at Democratization is a double-edged sword. would, I’d be behind the proposed legislation 100 least ten times as much in the United States. But that’s per cent. But it’s a smoke and mirrors offering de- signed to garner votes and nothing else. So, kudos to the great PR. Shame about the poor policies. For a more in-depth look at the issue, see the article in the upcoming Courier Weekend. Premier Krisi Marples visits region Bean and Krisi Marples/Courier NB Premier Blaine HIggs was at the Garcelon Civic Center on ham supper Friday morning, talking about the government’s plans for the Beaver Harbour province and answering questions There will be a bean and ham supper at the Bea- from those in attendance. The ver Harbour Community Hall at Quaker Lane on Courier had the opportunity to Saturday, September 28 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. The speak with Higgs - see the article cost is $8 per adults, and $4 for children. There will in the upcoming edition of the also be a door prize. All proceeds from this event Weekend Courier. will go to benefit the Community Hall.
The St. Stephen Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to Meet Your Federal Candidates Night Tuesday, October 1, 2019 | 7pm-9pm Garcelon Civic Centre, 22 Budd Ave., St. Stephen Everyone Welcome! For further details please call 466-7703 or email 174049 [email protected]. 174532 174533 6 | SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 SPORTS Send scores, reports and sports items to Krisi Marples, (506) 466-3220 ext. 1307 or email [email protected]
172639 Spartans fall to St. Malachy’s in Saturday game Krisi Marples/Courier The Spartans have had a rough ride on Saturday, falling 35 - 20 to St. Malachy’s. Donovan Rogers threw two touchdown passes to Dylan Day - one for 70 yards and one for 22 yards, and Day had 2/2 point after attempts. Josh McCallum also had a touchdown run. The Spartans now head into two away games, and will hit the eld at home again on Saturday, October 12 against Oromocto. Kick-o is at 1 p.m.
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St. Stephen Fine weather brought out over a hundred children in the Kids Fun Run and Youth Cross Country 800m races this past Sunday, September 22 in the Rotary Run to Fuel Young Minds 2019. All runners received a race t-shirt, a participants medal, a grab bag from the sponsoring Egg Producers and Dairy Farmers, There were prizes and ribbons for 1st, 2nd and 3rd placement in the various grade levels. The September 22, 2019 5K Results are as follows. Women 15 and under: 1st Ainsley Grant (Overall 5K 1st place at 23 min- utes), 2nd Kira Whittier, 3rd Lauryn Cleghorn Women 16-18: 1st Olivia Amos, 2nd Austyn Renaud, 3rd Nelleka Atkinson Women 30-39: 1st Mandy Chambers, 2nd Abby Pond, 3rd Chantal Imbeault Women 50-59: 1st Susan Lazor, 2nd Lori Fawkes Men 15 and under: 1st Michael Em- berley, 2nd Josh McCallum, 3rd Koen Woodside Men 16-18: 1st Tony Tinker, 2nd Alex Desilets, 3rd Ryan Williams Men30-39: 1st Matt Smith Men 40-49:1st Jason McLaughlin by St. Stephen-Milltown Charity Inc. Submitted photo (Overall 5K 2nd place), 2nd Carl Rus- to breakfast programs in 13 Charlotte The boys are off on their 800m sell County schools. grade school level cross country Men 50-59: 1st Terry Keating The race day is managed by Rotar- run during one of the five races Men 60-69 1st Jim Taylor ians, their families and student, par- for youth during the Rotary Run Men 70 plus: Tom Stewart (Overall ent and teacher volunteers from St. to Fuel Young Minds on Sunday 5K 3rd place) Stephen Middle School, St. Stephen morning. Sponsorships as promoted on the High School, St. Stephen’s University back of the t-shirts and all registra- and members of Charlotte County tion fees support the donations made Ground Search and Rescue. Submitted photo Ainsley Grant heading for the finish line as first place finisher in the Rotary 5K Run to Fuel Young Minds on Sunday.
Submitted photo Prize winners in the four women’s divisions of the 2019 Rotary 5K Run to Fuel Young Minds.
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New Brunswick The NBPA recently appeared before A new survey has found the vast ma- the Law Amendments Committee to ex- jority of New Brunswick residents (88 press its strong support for Bill 39, An per cent) support the provincial govern- Act Respecting Proof of Immunization ment’s proposed requirement that all that proposes to remove non-medical students attending public schools, and exemptions from the immunization children in licensed early learning and requirements for public schools and li- child care facilities, provide proof of cenced early childhood facilities. Legal Services immunizations unless they have a med- “The facts are – vaccines have been ical exemption. This includes 63 per proven safe and effective. They have cent of NB residents who ‘completely saved millions of lives worldwide. As Gregory MacDonald support’ the proposed requirement. many as 20 per cent of New Bruns- Advertise in “These results back up what pharma- wick students couldn’t provide proof cists are hearing at the counter from of immunization when they entered LAW OFFICE this space! patients. Strong support exists in New publicly funded school last year. That Brunswick for vaccinations despite puts everyone at risk. The facts are that 63 Barron Road, Dufferin, NB Give Erica a call at what has been heard by a vocal minor- diseases like measles are not harmless ity,” said Paul Blanchard, executive di- childhood diseases,” said pharmacist Phone - 466-8888 466-3220 (Ext: 1305) rector of the New Brunswick Pharma- Christine Boudreau, president of the 162513 Fax - 466-3350 162506 cists Association (NBPA). NBPA.
Laura Porter Law Office Upper Mills News Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public Tel: (506) 466-3243/ Fax: (506) 466-2952 Upper Mills 69th birthday. Marsha’s family and 130 Rte. 170, Dufferin, Charlotte County, NB E3L 3X4 The Good Will Club will be having a friends hope she has a speedy recovery Email: [email protected] 162505 Hot Dog and Bake Sale on Saturday, Oc- and also send her birthday wishes. 162507 tober 5 beginning at 10 a.m. Proceeds The congregation of our church ap- for the upkeep of our church. Everyone preciated Dave Reynolds and Murray is welcome! Cunningham for keeping the lawns The Upper Mills United Church has looking so neat around the church. We commenced their services at 12:30 p.m., have received good compliments on Ann C. Joel Hansen after being closed for July and August. how well it looked. Thanks Dave and Everyone is always welcome! Murray! Marsha McCray returned home from We thank Steve McCray for working Robinson Lawyer the Saint John Regional Hospital after many hours to keep our cemetery so Professional being a patient for a few days. While clean. It is appreciated so much. Thanks Corporation 21 River St., Suite E, in the hospital, Marsha celebrated her Steve! St. Stephen, New Brunswick E3L 3H2
Tel.: (506) 466-1621 Fax: (506) 466-2873 Legion cribbage results • Barrister • Solicitor • Notary Public St. Stephen Tapley; and Rita Leblanc and Frank- “Member of New Brunswick Twenty-four players played on lin Trueman; Low score Carole Travis Wednesday, Sept. 18 with the follow- and Jack Logan; High Hand Rita 132 King Street • St. Stephen Law Society and Canadian Bar Phone: 466-3033 • Fax: 466-3139 ing results: 1st place with 1084 Debra LeBlanc ; 50/50 draw Debra Grant. Association Since 1977” Grant and Larry Cameron; 2nd 1052 Games start at 7 p.m. each Wednesday 162804 162805 Dot McCann and Sally Dickinson; two- evening, and non-Legion members are way tie for 3rd went to Erma and Had welcome! Vision Care Podiatry OPTOMETRIST St. Croix Branch #9 Darts Dr. M. Murphy Dr. Patty PenDleton 6 Queen St., West, Doctor of Sept. 20, 2019 High Men: Don Lindsay 140 St. Stephen 466-1388 Podiatry/Acupuncture 1st Place: Joe Caissie & Don Lindsay High Women: Bonnie Pelton 135 2nd Place: Bonnie Pelton & Pam Rid- High Start: Don Lindsay 80 dell High Finish: Don Lindsay 43 Providing all vision care 19 Main St., St. George, NB 3rd Place: Madelyn Duchesneau & Next shoot: Friday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. services including the dispensing of (506) 755-9000 162534 Jamie Doughty at the Legion. 162503 Glasses and Contact Lenses. Counseling Free community sculpting class Deer Island MSW, RSW, CRT are welcome for the pre-K session. No BRIAN BROOKS Anyone who is interested in learning experience is necessary. Participants 21 Abbot Street, St. Stephen how to sculpt is invited to take part in a are encouraged to come dressed in [email protected] free community sculpture class, hosted clothes they don’t mind getting dirty by the Deer Island Community School (art clothes). There will be a total of and sponsored by the Fundy Commu- four classes beginning on Thursday, 506-467-2146 nity Foundation, Seniors Bay Zoomers, September 26. For more information or 162512 and Jerome Andrews Art Gallery. Space to register, please call 747-7003 or email is limited and community members [email protected] SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 | 9 NEWS Oldest food shop closes LOOKING BACK THROUGH OUR HISTORY 30, 60, 90 & 120 YEARS AGO Joanne Mires
Edited from the 1989 - 250 cloggers at Saint Croix Courier the arena - Cloggers came from throughout Week of Wednesday, the Maritimes and Sept. 27, 1989 Maine to attend the weekend workshop at Power corridor study begins the Border Arena in St. ST. STEPHEN Stephen. Plans for a massive power line link- ing New Brunswick and Maine took an important step forward this week when NB Power awarded a $37,000 contract to a Fredericton engineering and environ- mental consulting fi rm, Washburn and Gillis. The contract directs the fi rm to com- plete the studies necessary to prepare an environmental impact assessment document which will be submitted to the provincial Department of the En- Groom, Jim Madsen, Bobby Waycott, Dale pany applied for permission to aban- of Mrs. Marguerite Pibbitt of Kansas vironment. This will enable the depart- Parks, Darrell Murphy, Dick Canavan, don the system and sell the assets to the City. Mrs. Pibbitt renewed old acquain- ment to fi nalize the guidelines which manager Ike Kennedy, Wayne Greenlaw, Maritime Electric Company. tances after an absence of 50 years. The will determine how, and/or whether NB Gary Acheson, Gordon Acheson, Bobby half century presented many startling t a meeting of the St. Stephen Power can proceed with plans for a 345 Bonnell, Bobby Waddingham, Brian Mac- A changes as Blacks Harbour consisted of School Board Monday it was decided kV power line and the corridor through Donald and coach Don Getchell. a settlement of only three houses dur- to add music to the list of public school which it will pass. ing her childhood days. Oldest food shop closes studies. Prof. John Peterson of Marys- Weekend storm damage A real estate transaction disclosed ville has been engaged as musical in- Connors Bros. Ltd. has recently The high winds generated by Hurri- Tuesday signaled the end of what is be- structor. He will devote half an hour completed the erection of a large stor- cane Hugo brought down several trees, lieved to be the oldest grocery store and a week to each grade below the high age house and are at present engaged causing power outages of several hours. meat market in St. Stephen. school and will teach the various grades in making other extensive improve- GRAND MANAN Bernard Halstead has acquired the of the high school at one time in the as- ments. One crew is busily employed in adjacent H.T. Jordan property, where sembly hall. extending their warehouse and another Connors sardine factory at Seal Cove at work on a large rooming house for is running steadily and smoker herring until last week Mr. Jordan had con- 120 YEARS AGO – 1899 ducted business for about 33 years. the accommodation of company em- plants have commenced boning the ployees. The erection of fi ve additional smoked product. Mr. Jordan said he sold out because, BLACKS HARBOUR at 82 years of age, operating the shop houses is contemplated before the close Weirs around the Island are still pick- An event of particular interest to of the season. ing up quite a few fi sh. The Russian ship was “a little too much for me.” the older residents was the recent visit that has been purchasing herring from Mr. Halstead, dealer in electrical ap- the weirs and purse seiners has left the pliances and supplies, said he needed area but is expected back again later. larger quarters for his business which had shown a steady volume increase Fire attack program succeeds since its establishment in 1949. More than 80 fi refi ghters attended Mr. Jordan, known throughout the the weekend fi re attack program in Cal- county by the nickname “Hike”, bought ais. A wide variety of one-day and two- the building from Roy Hill. He believes day seminars were held, including such it was erected 100 or more years ago. topics as hazardous material handling, Other informants said a grocery store vehicle rescue, hose handling, and the had always been located there. use of breathing apparatus for use in The fi rst, combining dry goods with smoke. Fire departments from St. Ste- foodstuffs, was operated by John B. Rob- phen, Calais, Princeton, Baileyville, inson, it was said. He was followed by Eastport, Lubec and Machias were par- the partnership of Henry McAleenan ticipating. and James Brown, who later split. Mr. McAleenan conducted the store alone 60 YEARS AGO – 1959 until it was acquired by Speedy and Lit- tle and then by Mr. Jordan. Little League championship taken by Tigers 90 YEARS AGO – 1929 t. Stephen Little League Tigers pow- S treet car service in St. Stephen and ered their way to the championship last S Calais will be discontinued within a week with straight wins over Braves by week as the result of a hearing yester- scores of 13-3 and 14-0. Members of the day at which the Street Railway Com- winning club are: Freddie Stafford, Billy 6th Annual
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“Why don’t you just leave?” “Why don’t you • She could be reluctant to report abuse to po- Invasive species can have a searchers monitored how the just tell him off ?” “If you don’t leave, don’t lice because she is fearful of retaliation or los- hugely damaging effect when mosquitofi sh reacted. The more bother calling me again!” ing her children. they arrive in a new ecosystem. realistic the robot’s behaviour, Have you ever heard yourself saying this to • Many women fear for their safety and their They eat food that the native the more of a fear-based stress a friend, a family member or co-worker? It just children’s, feeling it’s more dangerous to leave species rely on, or even eat the response the mosquitofi sh ex- doesn’t make sense why someone would “will- than to stay. native species themselves. And hibited – freezing, hesitancy ingly” stay and allow themselves to be abused • Very often a woman or her partner witnessed once they are established in about exploring open areas, and but there are many emotional and practical or were victims in their homes as children add- their new home, they can be al- erratic swimming. barriers that cause a woman to stay. We know ing to their vulnerability. most impossible to get rid of. The researchers also mea- that self-esteem and confi dence have been com- • She may not want to separate the father from Controlling invasive species sured the fi shes’ length and promised in unhealthy relationships. Change in the children. is major problem around the weight to see how that stress re- anyone’s life is diffi cult but when traumatized • A woman may not want the relationship to world, especially in lakes and sponse affected them physically. or in crisis it’s extremely overwhelming. end, just the abuse. She still loves him and may rivers where the native fi sh and Fish exposed to the most realis- Ever see a football bouncing loosely and er- blame herself for “not being good enough”. other wildlife have few options tic robotic behaviour weighed ratically across the fi eld and suddenly one huge • She may not want to admit failure in the for escape. One such invader is less, indicating a stronger anti- body after another makes a dive for the ball and marriage. Due to his threats of suicide, she may the mosquitofi sh. These fi sh, na- predator response and in lower it’s lost underneath a mass of humanity? The be afraid to leave. tive to the central United States, energy reserves. Fish with reasons a woman stays in abuse is often covered • Parents may have warned her about her were introduced in many places lower reserves are less likely by one reason after another being stockpiled to partner in the beginning and she does not want as a way of controlling mos- to survive long and devote en- the point that she can’t see the reasons let alone to concede they are right. Parents may like the quito populations. But instead ergy toward future reproduc- the solutions to leave. partner and think she is exaggerating. they decimated native fi sh and tion – which could offer a way The following are aspects that make women • Physical or mental illness of either of the amphibian populations wher- to potentially control them in more likely to stay with abusive partners, espe- partners could be a deciding factor in why a ever they arrived. Attempts to the wild. cially when one reason is compounded on top of woman doesn’t leave. control the invaders by trap- “To the best of our knowl- the other: A woman may be left feeling lost, confused, ping or with poison have failed edge, this is the fi rst study using • Perhaps she has become involved again too unsure, bewildered and you say, “Why don’t you or caused more harm to the lo- robots to evoke fear responses quickly after a failed relationship or the rela- just leave?” The next time you are about to say cal wildlife. in this invasive species,” Porfi ri tionship is co-dependent and she feels unable to these words or something similar, why not just Now scientists have a new said. “The results show that a do it on her own. say, “I’m here for you.?” idea – using robot fi sh that robotic fi sh that closely repli- • A woman could have a lack of information, If you want to start a new beginning and mimic the invader’s natural cates the swimming patterns resources or supports. think we may be able to help, remember…Fundy predator to stress them out so and visual appearance of the • She could live in an isolated area, like Char- Region Transition House, Inc. offers a safe ha- much that they spend all of largemouth bass has a power- lotte County, with its many rural areas and is- ven for women with/without children who ex- their energy running scared ful, lasting impact on mosquito- lands. perience abuse. Staff is available 24 hours a day, and have little left over for re- fi sh in the lab setting.” • Can you imagine living with a partner in a 7 days a week to offer assistance at 466-4485. We production. So far the robot has only been country where you don’t speak the language or also offer outreach services for additional sup- Maurizio Profi ri, an engineer tested in the lab, and it’s not cer- your communication is limited, and your cul- port in the community at 469-5544. Our email at New York University, and his tain that the robots would have tural values are different? address is [email protected], and our website team exposed mosquitofi sh to the same effect on wild pop- • There are fi nances to consider, fearing that is www.FundyRegionTransitionHouse.com. We a robotic replica of their main ulations. But if it does, those leaving will bring poverty, especially when a are also on Facebook, check us out. Outreach predator, largemouth bass, for attempting to control invasive woman has been economically dependent on service offers a Women’s Circle Support group 15 minutes a week for six weeks. species could one day be able to her partner. on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. at St. George Baptist The robot was programmed use robotic terminators to scare • A woman may feel embarrassed, ashamed, Church and Thursday at 7 p.m. at Kirk McCall to act like a bass with varying their prey to death. or fearful of being stigmatized by others. Church. For more information call: 469-5544. levels of realism, and the re-
tied to 4K that offers an enhanced pic- ture quality related to the colours of What to look for when buying a new TV the picture. It gives darker darks, and brighter lights than a traditional TV, but as with 4K, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to take advantage of this for a few All About IT years. Nick Gunn There are a number of different tech- nologies when it comes to buying a new TV. LCD, OLED, QLED, Micro LED, There are a lot of different buzz Most TVs are smart TVs, so don’t let ate the image. Quantum Dot.. The list goes on…. I’m words and technology options you’ll this sway your decision. In fact, I prefer A HD TV had 1280 x 720 pixels (for a to- not going to explain the different tech- come across when looking for a new TV. having an external box like an Apple TV tal of 921,600) per screen. Next was full nologies here. Instead I’ll go back to When my parents recently asked my ad- or Roku to handle this as it means it’s HD also known as 1080p. This was a res- what I initially said – decide on a bud- vice on what to buy, I realized just how easier to upgrade, however it does tend olution of 1920 x 1080 pixels (2,073,600) get. Once you have a budget (and size) much technology had changed since I to keep things neat and simple when per screen. This was the standard for in mind, go to a store and see how the last looked at buying a TV! Actually – I integrated into the TV. What’s a smart years, until recently 4K emerged with different TVs look. TV picture quality don’t own a TV and haven’t for a long TV you ask? It means having the ability a resolution of 4096 x 2160 (2,073,600) is a personal preference, and everyone time – instead we have a projector, but to stream internet content such as Net- pixels. has a different perspective on what I’ll get to that later. fl ix, YouTube etc. I’d be surprised if you Today, most new TVs (especially looks good and what doesn’t. Choose So, what should you be looking out could fi nd a TV today that doesn’t have larger ones) are 4K resolution, however one that works for you and don’t get for and what’s the best option for the some form of Netfl ix streaming built in it’s important to note that the picture pushed into spending money on some- money? already. And there are other streaming you’re going to be watching is only go- thing that doesn’t make a difference or Well, my fi rst advice is to set a budget. platforms being announced this year, ing to be Full HD (1080p). Why is this? can’t be used fully until years from now. Televisions range from a few hundred such as Disney’s new platform, and Well the TV manufacturers are ahead Oh, and I mentioned we have a projec- dollars, to many thousands of dollars. supposedly one from Apple, so it’s im- of the game. Even though 4K is every- tor? These give you a much larger pic- It’s easy to get sucked into spending portant to know if these new channels where, there isn’t really any 4K content ture for your money but can only really more and more for additional features can be added to your smart TV. take advantage of these new higher res- be used in a dark room. This works for that you don’t need. How about resolution? HD? Full HD? olutions. us and also has the advantage of virtu- It’s also important to know what size 4K? 8K!!? What do these all mean? Take for example, Netfl ix. They ally disappearing from the room when you’re looking for. Prices rise as the size HD stands for High Defi nition, and it have a few 4K ready programs you can not in use. It’s not for everyone, but it goes up, so it’s important to know what relates to how clear the picture quality stream now, but to do this, you’ll need might be worth a look instead of a TV. sizes fi t within your budget. Are you go- is. Before HD came about, TVs had a res- a minimum Internet speed of 25Mbps. Until next time, don’t be overwhelmed ing to be sitting close to the TV? If so, olution of 480 scan lines. This was the You’re probably getting a maximum by the options available. Know your size isn’t necessarily as important. The number of horizontal lines that made of 5-10Mbps which is only enough to budget and get TV hunting. further away you are, the larger you’ll up the picture. The lines were projected stream 1080p. Nick Gunn is a regular contributor to want the screen to be. Most TVs start at onto the screen by a Cathode Ray Tube So 4K is a good thing to have for fu- publications within The Advocate fam- around 32” but can go up to around 65”. (CRT) that shone a light on the screen to ture proofi ng, but it’s unlikely you’ll ily, and is a Nova Scotia based IT, design, Note that the measurement is the diago- make the image. When fl at screen TVs be able to take advantage of it for a few and tech specialist who operates Scotia nal distance from corner to corner (not came out, they replaced the bulky CRT years yet. Systems. If you have a tech related topic including any bezel, but these days bez- with thousands of small dots (known as The same goes for HDR or High-Dy- for Nick, email him at info@scotiasys- els are pretty minimal anyway). pixels) that individually lit up to gener- namic-Range. This is another feature tems.com 12 | SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 NEWS Women, men, and children walk together for annual Take Back the Night march
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ST. STEPHEN A small crowd gathered at the Border Arena park- ing lot in St. Stephen on Friday evening for the annual “Take Back the Night” walk. This is an international event that protests sexual violence. Carol Lynn Gam- blin of the Charlotte County Abuse Prevention Net- work said this is an effort to create more awareness around sexual violence. “People don’t want to look at it,” said Gamblin. “Peo- ple don’t want to talk about it. It’s uncomfortable. It’s horrible. But, looking away doesn’t make it go away.” The Take Back the Night march allows members of the community to protest violence against women, with an emphasis on sexual violence (against both sexes). This event offers awareness and education on this issue. Gamblin said the walk here is a bit different than it is in other communities. Elsewhere, it is only girls and women who walk, while men stand on the side- walks to support them. Since sexual violence is a problem for both genders, Gamblin encourages men Sari Green/Courier to take part in the Take Back the Night Walk along- Women, men, and children gathered at the Border Arena in St. Stephen on Friday evening for the annual Take Back the Night march. This annual event, side women. She said her organization, and those who which puts an emphasis on ending domestic and sexual violence, is held by the Charlotte County Abuse Prevention Network to promote awareness and take part in the walk each year, believe that sexual vi- education on sexual violence. olence knows no gender. “It’s not just sexual violence,” said Gamblin. “It’s vi- children, marched from the Border Arena to St. Ste- tion throughout Charlotte County about violence olence against women, and for that matter, domestic phen’s University, where they met for hot chocolate and abuse, both domestic and sexual. They work violence and sexual violence against men and boys. and a talk afterwards. Throughout the march, they to increase public awareness, focusing on violence We recognize that they’re also victims and survivors, could be heard chanting, “shatter the silence, stop the against women, working towards the prevention of and we have to honour that. It’s a community prob- violence, take back the night”. violence and abuse in our communities and neigh- lem, and it needs a community solution.” The Charlotte County Abuse Prevention Network bourhoods. The group, which consisted of women, men, and is committed to networking and sharing informa- [email protected] Nurses’ alumni Souper supper Cribbage night ST. STEPHEN ST. STEPHEN There will be a Souper Supper at the Kirk McColl Every Wednesday is cribbage night at the Royal United Church in St. Stephen on Saturday, September Canadian Legion in St. Stephen, located on Queen meeting 28 to raise funds for the food bank. The dinner will be Street West. Games start at 7 p.m., and players are held from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., with two kinds of home- asked to arrive a few minutes early for registration. made soup, biscuits, coffee and tea, and an ice cream New players are always welcome. ST. STEPHEN dessert. The cost to attend is a free will offering and a The next nurses’ alumni meeting will be held at donation of a non-perishable food item. the Charlotte County Hospital in the Board Room. This meeting will take place at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 26. A good attendance is hoped for.
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If a satisfactory offer is not received, the lands and premises may be withdrawn from the sale and sold privately without further Gateway Cathedral - 18 West St. John the Baptist Chapel notice. St., St. Stephen, 466- 2503, of Ease - Ven. John Matheson, Church Pastor Gord Walsh - Sunday Hwy 127, Chamcook - Weekly Jonathan J. Saumier, solicitor for the Toronto- morning service, 10:30 a.m., Sunday services at 9:30 a.m. Dominion Bank, 1800-1801 Hollis Street, Sunday school & nursery avail- Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3N4, Tel: 902-423-6361/ able; Sunday evening service, Union Street Atlantic Baptist Fax: 902-420-9326 6 p.m.; Youth Group, Church - 28 Main St., St. Events Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. All Stephen, 466-3777 (Corner DATED September 9, 2019 welcome. Main & Union), Associate Pastor Carlos Concepcion, Anglican Parish of St. Anglican Parish of Campobello JJS/13231-1074024/jcl Rolling Dam United Church - 927-0088 - Weekly worship & 174039 Andrews - Ven. John - Service each Sunday: 11 a.m. Services held every second Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. Matheson, 77 King St., St. - St. Anne’s Church, Welshpool and fourth Sunday at 10 a.m. Nursery provided. Everyone Andrews, 529-8662 - Weekly until the end of June. welcome. MEETINGS MEETINGS Sunday services: 8 a.m. and 11 Anglican Parish of St. Stephen a.m. Wednesday: Holy - Rev. Julian Pillay (466-1717) Serenity AA Group - Meets St. Croix Branch #9 Legion - St. Andrews Baptist Church - United Church of Canada - Communion 10 a.m. - St. Peter’s Church (20 Church every Wednesday evening at 8 St. Croix Branch #9, Royal 115 King Street, St. Andrews, Rev. 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All utilities at 4 p.m. Hooper - Sunday morning wor- p.m., April through November ship at 10:30 a.m.; Children’s included (Electricity, Sewer, Kirk-McColl United Church - Bocabec United Church - at 7 p.m., at the St. Stephen Upper Mills United Church - church & nursery available. Water & Garbage.) High traffic 70 King St., St. Stephen - Student Minister, Emma Legion hall. New members Emma Seamone, Student location with great visibility. Regular Sunday services at 11 Seamone - Services Sunday at welcome. Minister - Services: Sunday at Call (506) 465-8898 a.m. 2 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 14 | September 24, 2019 Classifieds Valdy still captivating audiences all over Canada after five decades
Sari Green mance, Valdy was gracious enough to how it works,” said Valdy, adding that be interviewed before heading off to he hopes people have stolen tricks from Saint Andrews dinner at Salty Towers with show or- him as well. ganizer Jamie Steel. This was his fifth When asked which of his songs is \One might think that at 75-years-old, show in five days, and he said he proba- his favourite, Valdy remarked that he a man would want to sit back and en- bly wouldn’t last too long following din- doesn’t have a favourite in particular, joy his retirement. That cannot be said ner, but he had Monday off and planned and that his most recent song is usually for Canadian folk singing legend Valdy, to do a bit of exploring in the area. his favourite. Most recently, he wrote who after five decades of performing, “I have a day off tomorrow, which “The Future” for kids for Canada, but still plays sold out shows on any given is nice,” said Valdy. “The last time we he didn’t perform it at the Saint An- night. In the ranks of such story tell- were down here, we took a boat tour and drews show. He has another five or six ers as Gordon Lightfoot, Stompin’ Tom we had a wonderful time. I’m going to songs he is currently working on, and Connors, and Bruce Cockburn, Valdy hunt up a bowl of chowder tomorrow.” they will be added to his new CD, which is still telling stories that captivate and Valdy, who lives on Saltspring Island is partly recorded now. When not on entertain his audiences. On Sunday, he in BC, has a story for every song. Or, tour, Valdy said he logs. brought those stories to his audience in is it a song for every story? He tells his “We have 15 acres of Douglas Fir, and Saint Andrews, performing at the All stories with a gleam in his eye, inject- I’m the steward,” said Valdy. “So, I have Saints Anglican Church. ing them with his own personal brand to cull out the snags and dead stuff.” Two-time Juno award winner Valdy, of humour, much to the delight of his Valdy said he loves touring all over born Paul Valdemar Horsdal, joked he audiences. If you have never seen Valdy Canada, and he enjoys coming to the uses the stage name Valdy because it perform, you might think that you are Sari Green/Courier Maritimes. The next stop on his tour “fits better on the marquis better than in for a quiet show with a man and his Legendary Canadian folk singer Valdy performed to will be on Wednesday, when he plays Valdemar Horsdal”. He began his ca- guitar. It is so much more than that. a full house at the All Saints Anglican Church in Saint Shepody House in Dorchester. Then he reer as a member of the London Town Valdy is loaded with enough energy Andrews on Sunday. He said he loves to tour across heads to Nova Scotia, where he will play Criers in the 1960s, later joining the for three men, and is well-known for Canada, and enjoys the Maritimes because “they in Liverpool, Halifax, Cape Breton, and Prodigal Sons out of Montreal. Before his dancing and jigging during perfor- understand kitchen parties” and that the bar is higher Pictou. He noted that audiences from beginning a solo career, he worked out mances. When asked about his own here than in other parts of the country. this part of the country are a “different of Victoria, BC, with such artists as musical influences, Valdy said he had breed”. Blake Emmons. He began his solo ca- several influences. And early Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, I “I come here every few years,” said reer in the early 1970s, and is known “When I was a kid, I used to listen to was impressed with them.” Valdy. “The people down here are par- for his hit song, “Rock and Roll Song”, Henry Mancini a lot. He was a wonder- One would think such a great guitar ticularly well-trained in music. They his first mainstream single. He was ful composer. He taught me melody,” player would have had many years of understand kitchen parties here. They awarded two Juno awards, Folk Singer said Valdy. “Then, in terms of playing, I training. In fact, Valdy said he never don’t elsewhere. Around here I run into of the Year and Folk Entertainer of the was very fond of a bluegrass group, the took any guitar lessons. He did study people who are well-schooled in music. Year. He has recorded 14 albums, reach- Dillards. It was a lot of pop radio at the piano for five years, and laughed about You have to be pretty good at what you ing sales of nearly a half a million cop- time, of course, we were all subject to only reaching Grade 3. do in order to be accepted. Let’s just say ies, with four of those albums being that. But, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs “Guitar, I didn’t take lessons on it, that the bar is higher here than in some certified gold. were a couple of bluegrassers out of but I’ve watched a lot of people. So, I’ve other places.” Following the Saint Andrews perfor- Nashville who I enjoyed a great deal. stolen a lot of tricks from people. That’s [email protected]
obituaries memoriam Celebration of Life WELOCK, Douglas Frank years, Ralph Vail in May Court and the staff and - A Celebration of the Life 2019. Avis was also pre- management at Carleton of Douglas Frank Welock deceased by two sisters, Manor for their wonder- will be held at the Calais Lois Brockway and Gloria ful care and compassion Motor Inn on Saturday, Anderson. for Avis in her final years. September 28th at 2 p.m. Avis graduated from At the request of the (U.S. time). The focus of Lawrence Station High family there will be no this celebration will not School and from the Visitation. Interment will be on his death but on the Victoria Public Hospi- be in the Brockway Cem- joy he brought to all who tal School of Nursing in etery, Brockway, NB with knew him. All family and Fredericton, N.B as a reg- a private family service. friends are welcome. istered nurse. Avis and Friends and family who her late husband Ralph wish may make dona- VAIL, Avis 1936 - moved to Woodstock in tions to Saint James Unit- People of all ages are reading 1961 where she nursed ed Church, (address 120 2019 – Avis Ann Elaine The Saint Croix Courier and the Courier Weekend! (Treadwell) Vail passed for a period of time then Chapel Street, Woodstock, she joined her husband in NB E7M 1H1) or the Order away peacefully Septem- RICHARDS - In loving ber 9, 2019 with family his land surveying busi- of Eastern Star, Wood- ness as his draftsmen, stock (Victoria Chapter memory of Ernest by her side at Carleton Richards. Manor Nursing Home in drawing up his survey # 1 Order of the Eastern plans. Star Mr. Doug Swan, 169 It has been one year, Woodstock, N.B. Avis was Sept. 25, born in Brockway, York Avis and her husband St. John St. Woodstock, Ralph were long time ac- NB E7M 2T9) or charity of Since you have been gone. Co., N.B. August 28, 1936 No matter how long tive members of Saint their choice. to the late Henry and we’re apart, James united Church and Funeral arrangements Emma (Messer) Treadwell. The bond between us she was also a member of are under the care of Avis is survived by her stays strong as ever. The Culberson Funeral sister Carol Waycott, St. Eastern Star Woodstock Maybe that’s because Home Stephen, N.B. and several Chapter where they re- 188 Connell Street, we’ve had nieces and nephews. In sided for 58 years. Woodstock, NB www. A lot of experience in lov- The Saint Croix Courier and Courier Weekend are your #1 SOURCE addition to her parents, The family would like culbersonfuneralhome. ing and caring about for the local news that affects you, your family and your community! she was predeceased by to thank the staff and com - phone (506) 325- each other. her loving husband of 58 management at Riverside 1130. Call today Forever in our hearts. 466-3220 Love, SUBSCRIBE or drop by our office at Wife Helen, Cathy & TODAY! 47 Milltown Blvd., St. Stephen grandchildren
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By Zack Metcalfe gun recommending time in nature for things like depression, anxiety, stress, attention disorders, even concussions, Nature means many things to many and the list of appropriate ailments people, some of us drawn to the cascad- continues to grow. I’ve spoken to Ca- ing rhythm of beaches or rocky shore- nadian physicians who, over the past lines, others to the quiet dignity of decade, have been writing nature pre- ancient forests, others still to public gar- scriptions for ADHD, and have sat down dens and the ornateness of urban green with veterans of conflict in the middle space. While some people seek out these east, treating the symptoms of PTSD places very intentionally, I dare say the with walks in the wild. The provincial majority of us have no clue why we take and national parks of Canada have, in the time, organizing hikes or choos- ways big and small, begun enabling vis- ing a trail through the Halifax Public its to their land for the sake of human Gardens rather than the continuity of health. We are in the middle of a med- sidewalk. I must have strolled through ical revolution, harnessing the bizarre Bedford’s Hemlock Ravine hundreds of and transformative influence of nature. times, and if you were to ask me why, I We need something from the great could do little more than shrug, and ad- outdoors, something mysterious and mit to a vague sense of calm inspired potent which has been lost in the age of by its colossal trees. The human being tamed lawns, indoor living and mobile is an animal like any other, at the mercy devices. In my opinion, nature doesn’t of mammalian impulses we often can- make us healthy so much as its absence not justify or explain, and our attrac- makes us sick, a perspective which has tion to nature ranks among them. enormous implications for how and This is changing, however, as the re- Zack Metcalfe photo why we protect wilderness. Not only storative effects of time in nature move Shown above is a stretch of Nova Scotian old growth forest. do such spaces house the biodiversity from the realm of folk wisdom to that on which we depend, but also a special of legitimate scientific inquiry. In the tients with windows overlooking green- thing to chew on without requiring blend of sights and sounds that play on past decade it has been demonstrated ery are less dependent on painkillers dedicated attention, thus soothing our our primate brains, keeping us sane. that even short sojourns into natural and easier to work with. Having ten overworked minds. The second theory We need to take these revelations about settings (as little as 15 minutes) can more trees on your city block improves recognizes that human beings evolved nature and health to heart, leveraging enact profound changes in our bodies, self-perceived health equivalent to be- in natural settings, associating rivers our wilderness as a healthcare tool lowering blood pressure, heart rate ing seven years younger, or $10,000 a with water security, forests with food and, wherever possible, creating more. and stemming the flow of the stress year richer. These findings and others security, mountains as viewpoints from I eagerly await the day that nature pre- hormone cortisol. Feelings of anxiety, are no longer theoretical, speaking to a which to recognize danger or dramatic scriptions arrive in Nova Scotia, and tribulation and rumination dissipate phenomena as powerful as it is myste- environmental change. According to that natural settings are safeguarded rapidly while feelings of happiness, cu- rious, borne out by data if not by com- this theory, nature makes us calm be- for the express benefit of public health. riosity, creativity, vitality and awe well- mon sense. cause thousand of generations of hu- In fact the Halifax Wilderness Park was ing up. These are not the fancies of a na- There are two theories as to why time man beings (until recently) depended established for this exact purpose. ture addict, but the results of published in nature brings us such abject peace. on the omnipresence of nature in order We all have nature that’s significant studies and inspired research, and it The first is that modern life keeps our to thrive. But these are just theories, to us, and we need to pursue that nature gets even weirder. brains in a constant state of overstim- and while compelling, we really and for all we’re worth. Our well being de- Among children, regular doses of na- ulation, with cell phones, television, truly have no idea why time in nature pends on it. ture have the long term benefits of im- artificial lights, traffic racket and work, is so powerful. Zack Metcalfe is a freelance journal- proved self-esteem, vision, body weight, all of which requires our focused atten- Our understand has, however, be- ist, columnist and author active across attention and overall academic perfor- tion, while nature provides us a passive come actionable. The world over, aca- the Maritimes mance. In surgical recovery rooms, pa- experience, giving our brains some- demics and physicians alike have be- [email protected]
Young Dogs shine in 4-3 win over Wildcats
Saint John 14:11 of the first period. A point blast Wildcat defender that fooled Rodrigue. overall by the Sea Dogs in the 2019 QM- Saint John made it two in a row had Bouthillier sprawling and Alexan- Four minutes later Josh Lawrence JHL Entry Draft. on Saturday night downing the rival dre Parent was there on the doorstep to scored his first of the season to give the Moncton would add another on the Moncton Wildcats 4-3. The Port City slip a rebound just inside the post for Sea Dogs a 2-1 lead. Dawson Stairs and power play at 12:39 to cut the lead to team is now 2-0-0-0 to start the 2019-20 the 1-0 Moncton lead. Jeremie Poirier had the assists on the one. Rodrigue was pulled for the extra campaign. The Sea Dogs young 17-year- In the last minute of play in the first play. attacker in the dying minutes of the old core was on full display combining James White laid a heavy hit at center Moncton tied the game at 16:09 on a third but the Wildcats could only man- for six points on the night. Rookie Jo- ice and received a checking to the head doorstep one-timer from Mika Cyr. Two age one shot. shua Roy was the hero notching the major penalty along with a game mis- minutes later Captain Nicolas Guay Zachary Bouthillier was solid down eventual game winner, his first goal in conduct. scored his first as a Sea Dog on a slick the stretch finishing with 32 saves on the QMJHL. Moncton took the lead and a 10-6 feed from the point from Finnish de- the night. Saint John completed the It’s a new season, but bad blood still shot advantage into the second pe- fender Joona Lehmus. 3-2 Saint John as Home Opener Weekend sweep, 4-3 the runs deep between these two New riod. they headed to the third. final. Brunswick rivals. Nicholas Deak- Just over a minute into the second it After Jacob Hudson was called for Alpine 3 Stars in-Poot and Sean Stewart dropped the was William Villeneuve with the unas- tripping at 2:39, Saint John capitalized 1 - Nicolas Guay (1G) gloves at 10:16 of the first in a heavy- sisted short handed goal to tie the game with their first power play goal of the 2 - Jeremie Poirier (2A) weight tilt. at one a piece. Villeneuve came down season. Jeremie Poirier wired a shot 3 - Mika Cyr (1G, 1A) The Wildcats opened the scoring at the right side and fired a low shot off a from the point and Joshua Roy batted Saint John will have a few days of the puck out of the air and in for an im- rest before hitting the road to take on pressive first goal in the QMJHL and a the Cape Breton Eagles next Saturday 4-2 Sea Dogs lead. Roy was selected first night. Government outlines roadmap for the future
New Brunswick Energized private sector The provincial government today Vibrant and sustainable communities laid out a roadmap for the future of High-performing organization New Brunswick that focuses on key The announcement comes following priorities and the importance of public caucus meetings from Sept. 18 to 20. accountability. Measurement metrics for each prior- The government’s priorities are: ity will be tracked and posted publicly Affordable and responsive govern- so New Brunswickers are able to see the ment progress made over time. Dependable public health care For more details, visit www.gnb.ca/
World-class education PerformanceNB 167148 16 | SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 NEWS Ladies Day at the St. Croix Sportsman Club
Krisi Marples/Courier It was ladies day Saturday at the St. Croix Sportsman Club in Basswood Ridge on Saturday, and there were lots of ladies present giving sport shooting a try. Club Vice President, Edna Armstrong said the club had many ladies come out who had never been to the range before, and who wanted to give the sport a try. If you’re interested in trying sport shooting, just go to the club Facebook page, St. Croix Sportsman Club. From left - enjoying their rst time at a range, Judy Hartford and Connie Klein, along with club members Tracy Phillips, Nancy Stewart, and Yvonne Baxter.
New bandstand and park name unveiled in McAdam
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We are looking for paper carriers Krisi Marples/Courier There was a great turnout Saturday in McAdam for the grand opening of the new bandstand and unveiling of for the following routes: the new park name - Whistle Stop Park - chosen by votes from the community. The new bandstand, situated just across from the McAdam Scotiabank, is the result of the e orts of several community members. The day also Route 821 - Lower Milltown Blvd., part of Marks St., George St., hosted a market and fundraising barbecue. Rushton St., part of Union St. area. Route 814 - Pine St., part of Queen St. West, Elm St., Parkwood Dr. area. Route 815 - Part of Union St., Main St., Victoria St., Elizabeth St., Albert St., Rose St., Veazey St. area. Route 816 - Part of Union St., part of Marks St., part of King St., McColl St., part of School St. area. Route 818 - Part of Prince William St., Duke St., Princess St., Churchill St., Queen St. East, part of King St., Pagan St. area. If interested please contact Joanne at 466-3220 (ext. 1301)
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