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45 minutes waiting for a fire truck

Pictured are the charred remains of the Blanc Sablon home of Tommy Lawless. CLARISSA SMITH PHOTO

On March 1 Tommy Lawless lost his home to fire on a 11 Barachois Street, Blanc Sablon. According to Conrad Linstead, a former fireman from L'Anse au Loup who now resides next door to the owner of the house fire, 911 is not adequate for this area. He made two calls to 911 before he was able to get the person on the other end to understand where the fire was located. He said he was put on hold for about five minutes before another person who barely spoke English was able to take the information and relay it on to the fire station in Lourdes just five kilometres away. He feels the biggest problem was the language barrier and location of 911. "Someone in Baie Comeau can't possibly know where Blanc Sablon is or the names of the streets in our area. It was very upsetting," he said. "To see how much time had passed before the first fire truck appeared on scene. I had to call the Fire Department myself to let them know there was a house on fire in Blanc Sablon."

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08/03/10 9:11 AM

NEWS >>

Snowmobile accident kills Hay Cove man

According to the RCMP alcohol and poor snowmobiling conditions combined to end the life of a 48 year old Hay Cove man on the evening of Feb. 27th.

The accident happened near Straitsview on Route 436. The man was taken to St. Anthony for treatment but succumbed to his injuries.

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Get that wood in 08/03/10 9:14 AM

EDITORIAL >>

Brian Mulroney

$53.8 billion deficit ... golly, that's one too many trips to Walmart.

Just two years ago we were riding high with federal surpluses, paying on the national debt and looking down from our donkeys at the Americans.

Those were good days.

But they're gone and the budget brought down last week by the federal government will result in cuts. According to Gerry Byrne one of those cuts will be to the common sense department - always the first to go.

(more) 08/03/10 9:14 AM

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR >>

'A commitment was made'

(Copies of this letter were sent to Premier Danny Williams, Humber-St. Barbe-Baie Verte MP Gerry Byrne and Straits and White Bay North MHA Marshall Dean)

Dear Premier Williams,

I was delighted to hear the announcement on CBC News by the honourable Peter MacKay, our federal representative, that $30 million would be spent on rural roads in our province this year. I am anticipating and impressing up you the need for 'gravel' roads to be given top priority for this funding.

(more) 08/03/10 9:15 AM

FOCUS >>

Without skis but getting good air all the same, Kaylee Gerrow of Gros Morne Academy in Rocky Harbour pulled off a snazzy jump for judges.

	Without skis but getting good air all the same, Kaylee Gerrow of Gros Morne Academy in Rocky Harbour... »

Healthy commotions

Schools on the Northern Peninsula and in Southern Labrador got into the Olympic spirit.

As part of the province's Healthy Commotions program a wide variety of creative ways to encourage good food, activity and health were held at schools. Students and staff all lent a hand in the events.

(more) 08/03/10 9:22 AM

COLUMNISTS >>

Pandora's box - Kathleen Tucker

It never occurred to me when I hurried through the library doors that the myth of Pandora's Box could be anything but a myth, but as sure as the legend of Pandora exists, what happened at the library surprised me-especially me-even if I am from the city.

The story of Pandora's Box is not unlike what took place in the Garden of Eden with Adam and Eve and the apple. According to Greek myth, Pandora was the first mortal woman. One day, she was given a small box as a gift from the Greek Gods-as a wedding gift-but was told never to open it. However, Pandora's curiosity got the better of her and she succumbed to temptation. She was horrified when all the evils of the world-hate, anger, sickness, poverty, and every bad thing you could imagine-flew out of the box. Realizing her mistake, she shut the box before Hope, the final endowment, was released.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING >>

What's Happening

• March 10 — The St. Anthony and Area Kinette Club will be holding a Pork Chop/Salad Takeout Supper in support of Multiple Sclerosis. Plates are $7 each and must be pre- ordered by March 2, by contacting any Kinette member, Jennifer McGrath 454-3756 or Roxanne Simms 454-8553. Suppers will be ready for pickup March 10 between 4 and 6 p.m. at the St. Anthony Lions Club. Thanks for your support.

March 11 — Join the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE) for part two of a free online series focused on marketing. “Using Tips, Tools and Tricks” takes place on Thursday, March 11 from 9-10 a.m. If your marketing budget is tight, this session will teach you to identify your niche market, go after your target audience, establish your image, find free promotional opportunities, attract customers with cross-promotion and to spend your marketing dollars wisely. To register, visit www.nlowe.org or call 1.888.NLOWE.11.

• March 11-15 — Flowers Cove will be holding their Winter Carnival on Thursday, March 11 to Monday, March 15. To volunteer or get information call Bertha at 456-2057 or Sandra at 456-2102. Come out and enjoy the events!

• March 18 - 27 — Winterfest will begin on Thursday, March 18 to Saturday, March 27 in St. Anthony. There will be indoor and outdoor activities for all ages. Get out, participate and enjoy the events.

• March 20 — Tentatively the 22nd Annual Janeway Snowmobile Ride is scheduled for Saturday March 20. The ride starts at Sandy Cove Lions Club. All details will be finalized and advertised shortly. Thank you to all previous supporters and look forward to seeing everyone again this year.

• March 26 - April 3 — Daffodils the flowers of hope will soon arrive in Newfoundland and Labrador. You can provide support to cancer patients in NL by buying Canadian Cancer Society daffodils. From March 26 to April 3, volunteers will be selling our Daffodils in malls, grocery stores and local hotspots. Brighten your day with fresh Daffodils and make a difference in the lives of those living with cancer. To pre-order your daffodils contact your local Canadian Cancer Society or visit our website at www.cancer.ca or for more information contact Krista Robertson at 709-634-6542 or 1-866-545-9533.

• March 27 — The Lions Club - The 1st St. Anthony Pathfinders are having a fundraiser to raise money to attend Guiding Mosaic 2010 on Saturday, March 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Soup/Chili Lunch with roll, dessert, tea/coffee $6. There will also be a ticket raffle; buy a ticket for a loonie, pick the prize you like best and take your chances. There are great prizes to be won. Thank you for your support.

• March 29 — “Thank You For The Music: A Tribute to ABBA” (Janet Cull and Band) concert will take place at Harriot Curtis Collegiate on Monday, March 29, at 8 p.m. Ticket cost: Adults $20, Students $15, Seniors $15. Tickets are available at: Dunphy’s Variety, Irving Mainway, Main Street Ultramar, and Burden’s General Store.

• March 30 — The St. Anthony Firettes will be hosting a Prize Bingo on Tuesday, March 30, at 8:30 p.m. at the Fire Hall. The loonie jar now stands at $1,280. All patrons must be 19 years old. Come out and support your local fire department.

• April 5 — The St. Thomas Sandy Cove Anglican Church Women will be hosting the Ladies Dart Tournament on Easter Monday, April 5. All details will be posted around the communities in the weeks to come. For more information contact Maryann at 456-2824 or Millie at 456-2021.

• Tuesdays — Craft Night continues at the Grenfell Interpretation Centre on Tuesday nights. All are welcome to come along between 7-9 p.m. Bring along your favourite project and socialize with other crafts people as you work on your craft and share ideas. If you would like further information call 454-4010.

• Literacy Newfoundland and Labrador — Do you have difficulty reading? Are you looking for a tutoring service or a family learning program? Would you like more information on completing adult basic education or high school equivalency? Literacy Newfoundland and Labrador has information on local programs operating across the province. Review our program directory at www.literacynl.com or call 1-800-563-1111 for more information on advancing learning for yourself and your family.

Items for What’s Happening can be submitted free of charge by non-profit organizations, service clubs, church and youth groups, etc. Fax to 709-454-3718, e-mail: wpilgrim@northernpen.ca or drop off at Northern Pen, North Street, St. Anthony. Deadline is Wednesday, 5 p.m.

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OBITUARIES >>

Obituaries as appear in the March 8 edition

GARY WAYNE COLBOURNE

St. Anthony

Passed peacefully away at his home in St. Anthony on Feb. 27, 2010, Gary Wayne Colbourne of St. Anthony, in his 60th year. Left to mourn with loving memories are his wife of 38 years Dot; sons Steve (Nadine) and Tom (Glenda). He is also survived by his sisters Gaye (Calvin) Diamond and Lois (Roger) Boyd and a large number of sisters and brothers-in-law as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Ferdinand and Stella. Visitation took place at Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony followed by the funeral service on Tuesday, March 2, which took place at St. Anthony United Church with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Burial followed at Fishing Point United Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, funeral director.

MARK RICHARD JOHNSON

St. Anthony

Passed away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on Feb. 25, 2010, Mr. Mark R. Johnson of St. Anthony in his 76th year. Mr. Johnson leaves to mourn his wife of 52 years Joyce; his children Wavie, Sharon (Ed), Rick (Jennifer), and Paul (Lisa); siblings Bruce (Fran), Catherine (Keith), John (Cam), and Paul (Jan); sister-in-law Nina (Jim); grandchildren Stephanie, Shaun, Daniel, David, and Donovan, also lifelong friends Jack Alcock, Cal Diamond, Joe Ollerhead Jr., and Roy Simms, as well as a large circle of extended family and many dear friends. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, funeral director. Visitation took place at Kerry M, Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony, followed by the funeral on Sunday, Feb. 28, at 4 p.m. from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony with Rev. Moore officiating. The burial took place at St. Mary’s Anglican Cemetery in St. Anthony immediately following the service.

thomas garland eddison

Hay Cove

Passed away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on Feb. 27, 2010 Thomas Garland Eddison, in his 48th year. Thomas leaves to mourn his wife Ellen; Son Rocky (Kim) and grandson Jackson, also his mother Frances; brothers and sisters Juanita (Isaac), Winsor (Nellie), Alonzo (Thelma), Marilyn (Lew), Bill (Barb), Donna (Bernie), Myra, Sharron (Erastus), Ken (Joy), and Ted (Marina), as well as many extended family and friends. Visitation took place at the United Church in Quirpon from where the funeral service took place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3, with Rev. Gus Pendleton officiating. Burial took place at the church cemetery following the service. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, funeral director.

lydia sheppard (nee sinnicks)

Hawkes Bay

It is with great sadness the family of the late Lydia Sheppard announce her passing on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2010 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. Leaving to mourn with fond memories are her children Clyde (Harriet), Howard, (Melina), Ruby (Butch), Muriel, and Norris (Charmaine); grandchildren Andy, Terrance, Lloyd, Bryon, Ellisia, Melinda, Devon, Ian, Jarvas, Jennifer, Nathan, Thomas, Samantha, and Ashley; great-grandchildren Christian, Tyler, Melissa, Andrew, Carly, Troy, Brandon, Bailey. Riley, Nicholas, Ryland, and Chloe, and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by husbands James Sinnicks and Thomas Sheppard, daughters Annie, Julia, Stella, grandson Quinton, and great-granddaughter Brooke. The family received friends at Holy Innocent Anglican Church in Hawkes Bay on Friday and Saturday from where the funeral service took place on Sunday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Tanya White officiating. Interment followed at the Anglican cemetery, River of Ponds. As expressions of sympathy, flowers were graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Port au Choix.

EDGAR B. BEST

St. Anthony

Passed peacefully away surrounded by family at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, Mr. Edgar (Bud) Best age 73 years. Mr. Best leaves to mourn his loving wife of 45 years Patricia; his two daughters Cathy, (Perry), and Carol (Jim); five grandchildren, Megan, Matthew, Luke, William, and Ben. He is also survived by his sister Frances (Lewis); sisters-in-law Margaret and Evangeline and a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Edgar (1976), mother Gertrude (1992), brother Robert (1974), and brother Norman (2009). Visitation was held at the funeral home followed by the funeral service at St. Anthony United Church in St. Anthony with Rev. John McGongile officiating. Interment followed at Fishing Point United Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Anthony United Church. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard. funeral director.

William Samuel Budgell

(Aug 21, 1923 to March 1, 2010)

Deer Lake

Awaiting his arrival in heaven his loving wife of 49 years Evelyn, son Sherrod; son-in-law Cecil Penney, two grandsons Dana Budgell and Jeffrey Penney; his second wife Verna; sister Violet (Gideon), and brother Henry (Minnie). He will be sadly missed by son Calvin (Sharon); daughters Audrey (Gus) Yepiz, Glenys (Steve) King and Marina (Ivan) Thomas; nine grandchildren Beth (Ryan), Erika (Chris), Adam (Megan), Danae (Justin), Andre (Janelle), Kendra (Greg), Kody, Kory and Joel; three great-grandchildren Shayne, Fiona and Bridget; sister Mrs. Deborah Rowbotham and two brothers Fred and Charles (Bessie). Visitation took place on Wednesday, March 3 at Parsons Funeral Home and Chapel, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. The funeral service took place on Thursday, March 4 at 2 p.m. at the Emmanuel Pentecostal Church with Pastor Ryan Harnum officiating. Burial followed at the family plot on Wights Road, Deer Lake. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home and Chapel, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Crann Kids Orphanage in Nigeria in Williams memory and would be gratefully appreciated by the family. 100% of these donations go directly to the Orphanage Fund. To sign the guest book or send condolences visit www.parsonsfuneralhome.com.

Forever In Our Hearts”

elizabeth ann abutrab

Upper Lahave, Nova Scotia

Elizabeth Ann Abutrab, age 67, lost her battle with breast cancer Feb. 9, 2010 at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Ann was born March 2, 1942 in Petersfield, Hampshire, England to Jean and George Rumford. She spent her early years on the Isle of Wight and went on to become a Registered Nurse where she was able to pass on her gentle caring to those in need, and delighted in caring for babies. Her intelligence was evident as she soon became the youngest operating room sister in the United Kingdom. She enjoyed travelling and did so during her nursing career and after. Ann married Muhsin Abutrab whose love for her was beyond measure. They moved to Baghdad, where she embraced the culture with infinite grace and was a breath of fresh air. During these years Ann met many diverse people who came to know and love her kindness, intelligence, charm and clever humour. She had her children Sadeem and Tamara in Baghdad and raised them selflessly with endless patience and love. Later the family moved to Canada and Ann spent over 20 years in St. Anthony. She touched the hearts of many people and was repeatedly touched in return. Ann loved nature and appreciated the raw beauty that surrounded her. She worked cheerfully as a nurse at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony for many years but her true love was her incredible talent for sewing and spent her latter years perfecting free motion embroidery and created numerous beautiful landscapes over the years in vivid colors which she shared generously with others. She was beauty in motion. Ann and Muhsin retired to Upper Lahave, Nova Scotia in 2002 where Ann was inspired by the serenity of the land which was demonstrated in her art work. She was young at heart and had a special relationship with her grandchildren whom she cherished, learned with, cared for, loved and will miss eternally. Ann is a pure soul and will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

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