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So yeah, the bottom line of a mathematical the drive-thru at the local Tim Hortons.
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he invested it all in Donald Trump’s fake double’ during a robbery in progress?
stock market and the rapper’s net worth Could only be better if the getaway vehicle
as of this morning is … 50 cents. Okay, has been a Zamboni! Fortunately the
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Council News

HOME GAME!! No public vote on OPP in amendment rescinded in
Espanola Espanola
Saturday, February 24, 7:30 pm A motion put on the floor by Espanola council has listened
the Espanola Mayor to have to the dissent of the residents
Continued from page two... the public decide on whether to in regards to changing the
go OPP or stay with municipal number of garbage bags and
stuck in a line-up behind a bear Last week I heard a term I police has been defeated. has rescinded the motion to
eating an ice cream cone! never thought I’d hear in my Espanola Mayor Ron Piche implement the change.
A Norwegian passenger jet lifetime – ‘Astro poop.’ As far says he would have liked to That means residents will be
was 10 minutes into its flight to as number one and number two have held a referendum on the able to continue putting out
Munich when an overflowing go, astronauts are now using a decision, but it is too costly. four dark bags a week.
toilet forced its return to macrobiotic cleansing system His motion called for the Councillor Ray Dufour moved
Oslo. On board were no less to self-sustain themselves on question to be put on the the motion stating many
than 85 plumbers headed for long stays at the Space Station ballot for Election Day, but residents were against the
a convention. The problem by drinking their own urine. councillors voted it down change to two clear garbage
could only be fixed from the (It replaced Tang and nobody stating they have the expertise bags, which was to pass into
outside and not one of those noticed.) So, could number to make the final decision, law May 1st.
85 crap trappers were willing two be far behind? Last especially with all the work Councillor Ron Duplessis
to take one for the team! week a study at Pennsylvania that has gone into the process. agreed stating Espanola is
After the problem was fixed, State University confirmed With the motion defeated, at 88% when it comes to
the plane took off but again researchers are working council has set a tentative date recycling, better than many
had to return to Oslo due to on a similar macrobiotic for a Public Policing Options other communities.
“excessive exposure to butt technique called anaerobic Review for April 14th at Council agreed to rescind the
crack on board.” digestion which would enable 7:00pm at the Espanola Royal impending amendment, but
“13” is the number on the astronauts to eat their own Canadian Legion. will be updating other aspects
badges of two Toronto police excrement. Many passengers Clear garbage bags of it since it has not been
officers who experience a on commercial flights will be updated since the 1960s.
really bad drug trip while on saying, now you know what
duty. The Central 13 Division we have to put up with! Also, Snowarama 2018 Surpasses Goal
constables had earlier busted spacecraft will now be fitted
an edible marijuana dispensary with barf bags the contents of co-ordinator, Carmen Bazinet.
and while examining the which, after going through the
evidence, they got into one of anaerobic process becomes … She says the event raised
those “Well, I’ll try it if you try a creamy Caesar salad.
no. No, I’m not going to try Also last week White House $7,300, substantially
it. Let Mikey try it, he hates staffer Rob Porter was
everything!” In the absence lavishly praised by President exceeding this year’s goal of
of Mikey, Vittorio and Jamie Trump when he resigned after
soon began swatting snakes two ex-wives came forth with $5,000
off their uniforms. Seriously claims of physical abuse.
hallucinating, they called 911 Trump himself has 24 women Julian Richer was the Top Male
from their cruiser to get help. claiming inappropriate sexual
As they say, law enforcement behaviour. That’s 2 for Porter Rider with pledges of $885
is just not ready for that July and 24 for Trump. But instead
1st roll out of marijuana. of resigning, Trump will likely and Sue Belanger won the
2,600 is the number of cases tweet: “I have more women
of Coors Lite beer, that was in accusing me of inappropriate award for Top Women Rider
the tractor trailer that thieves sexual behaviour than any
in Delta, BC hijacked last other president in the history Photo - Ricky Dixon, this year’s raising $1,345. The money
week. I know that sounds like of this country! Obama didn’t Easter Seals Ambassador
a lot, but in fact it works out even have one!” Humour 101 will go towards providing
to about 1,300 cases of real now includes number two. It was a great way to celebrate
beer! Hoping to ‘bait trap’ For comments, ideas and a 40th anniversary. local area children and youth
the culprits, Delta police have copies of The Legend The Espanola-North Shore
parked a tractor trailer full of of Zippy Chippy, go to 40th anniversary Snowarama with physical disabilities with
pretzels near the site of the www.williamthomas.ca for Easter Seals attracted
original heist. 28 riders, says Easter Seals vital equipment, as well as

offering them the opportunity

to attend Easter Seals Camp.

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Continued from front page... Espanola Lions 70th

Photo - The first Executive of the newly formed Espanola Lions – seated Such is the “stuff of life”. Photo - 1967 Advertisement for
from left to right are, Bruce Malcolm, of Toronto, district secretary of The early executives of the summer recreation programs
Lions Clubs; P.M. Bridgman, treasurer of the Espanola Club; J.F. Freure, Club (see picture) fortunately available in Espanola. Photo
second vice president; J.R. St. Germain, president; Wm.J. McLaughlin, had the foresight, wherewithal, courtesy a citizen of Espanola
third vice-president; A.B. Ellis, secretary. Standing are, F. Vincent, and thankfully the will to assess
lion tamer; G.A. Thorton; W.H. Peterson; G. Serlui; A.H. Burk and Dr. and respond to the needs of the The local Lions club donated a
Mitchell. local youth. The plan for a new whopping $400,000. Lion Gord
outdoor pool was spearheaded Alexiuk was especially thrilled
by Herman Dorriesfield and his because now there was “a roof
committee. So early in 1954, over the pool”. This is why today
the Espanola Lions Pool was there is a rather large Lions logo
built for only $30,000! It was and a motto on the wall. But our
outside, hugely popular, and commitment was not over. Since
well used. For the most part, the opening of the Complex,
the labour was free and the the Lions club has sponsored
materials were donated by local countless hours of free swims for
businesses. Over the years the Community, to the tune of over
since then, the Club had put $85,000. It is truly a wonderful
in over $150,000 to maintain facility and as Lions, we are
and to refurbish it. The pool proud to have been involved at
provided great memories for its inception and continue to be
generations of local children proud as “We Serve”.
and their parents.
Sadly, nothing lasts forever,
which may or may not be a
good thing. The Lions Club
once more spearheaded the
campaign to construct a new
athletic Complex, including
a new pool. The Club led the
charge with Kirby Houle, Paul
Zahorec, Marc Doucette, and
Gord Alexiuk. A project this
grand could not be done alone.
E.B. Eddy and the Town of
Espanola were part of the team.

Photo - A photo of the Espanola outdoor swimming pool. Photo courtesy
a citizen of Espanola

Espanola Blood Donor Clinic

March 27
Espanola Columbus Club

399 Mead Street

12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Recipe

Automotive services, maintenance and Our favourite office baker
repairs, oil/fluid changes, tires, wheel makes us a treat every
Thursday. The following
alignments, and much more! recipe was our morning
snack a couple weeks ago,
Drop in7or0ca5ll -to8b6oo9k -y0ou3r a3pp3ointment and everyone loved them.
Buttery oatmeal cookies with chewy coconut and the spice
Espanola Carnival A Joyful Experience mix that everyone loves. She kindly shared her recipe with
me to share with all of you.
Photos contributed by, Cheryl Kennelly, Carol Hughes
and Boogie Mountain Spicy Oatmeal Cookies

• 1 cup butter, softened • 1 cup coconut
• 1 cup granulated sugar • 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed • 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 egg • 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsps molasses • 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla • 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour • 1 tsp allspice
• 1 ½ cup rolled oats

Cream butter and both sugars together. Beat in the egg.
Add the molasses and vanilla. Stir remaining ingredients
together and add. Mix well. Drop by spoonfuls onto
greased baking sheet. Press flat with a sugared fork (wet
fork with water and dip in granulated sugar). Bake in a 300
degree oven until golden, about 12 minutes.

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SPACES AVAILABLE!
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Financial Assistance is available for those who qualify at the Espanola Complex
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THANK YOU

705-869-6883LPPSRoerepasraesytlcoei&EanrsslaFtOlao•stucTe•cnhad•VaseniR•ohkenIicntYelteoamsulss••FNoSoretSricvaeilceseHsiBgehsetsRt CatiercsuIlnatTioonwn&! The Espanola Lions Club would like to
thank the sponsors and volunteers who
made the 2018 Seniors’Appreciation
Supper such a huge success.

SERVICES Espanola Vending Joan McClare
Louise Eccleston Sue Cairns
MARTIN’S SERVICES – Snow PLOWING & TOTAL Patty Piche Sharon Petrus
Plow/Removal. Trailering/ MAINTENANCE SERVICES Espanola Elks Club Kathy Lewis
Floating. Call Rick or Jeffrey. – Carpentry, painting, roofing, In Touch Chiropractic Janice Ouderkirk
705-822-2141, 705-849-8464. tree and stump removal, wood Cinder’s Natural Foods Rev. Jason Snider
3/13 cutting, deck and driveway Seniors Club Espanola Sea Cadets
sealing, dump runs, and home Helene Laurin ASLT Roy (David Roy)
ESPANOLA SELF STORAGE organizing. 705-936-6160. 2/27 Around&About Blaise Gravelle
– 6x8 and 8x10 Storage units R Tim Hortons Timothy Genereux
available in Espanola. Located MASSAGE THERAPY & O.J. Graphix Terrence Fairbairn
behind the car wash. Call 705- ACUPUNCTURE - By CherylVan Winkel’s Bella Roy
869-8405. 4/10 - R Allen, R.M.T. Treatment focused Espanola Chiropractic Kindra Finch
on pain relief or relaxation. Covered Rec Complex Employees Ethan Roy
PHYSIOTHERAPY OFFERED by most insurance companies. Gift Michael Dunn Cameron Southwind
BY MARILYN WITTMANN certificates available at the front RCSCC 357 Hero Lisa Roy
- Located at Physio Moves in the desk. Located at the Pinewood Lions Club Members’ Wives Lindsey Fairbairn
Espanola Hospital. Accepting new Motor Inn. 705-869-3460. 2/20 - R
patients. WSIB and MVA patients Apologies to those whose names we may have missed.
welcome. Acupuncture available. ENTERTAINMENT
Visit www.physiomoves.net for This year was our 17th Anniversary!
services, rates, and hours, or call ESPANOLA LEGION – See you next year!
705-988-3737. 2/20 - R Everyone is welcome at the
Legion Bar hours are 2 -6 Tuesday Dario Laurenti, Chairman
to Saturday. Snow machine
GREATER THAN INTERIOR groups are welcome. Meat roll Children’s Clothes Closet – Calvary Baptist Church, Espanola.
& DESIGN OBC/BCIN offs Friday nights and Saturday Wednesday, February 21, from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. New born -
CERTIFIED COMMERCIAL afternoons. 705-869-1711. 2/27 size 6. Accepting donations.
SPACE PLANNING – New Spanish River Snowmobile Club Meeting - Thursday,
Construction ǀ Additions ǀ NOTICE February 22, 7:30 p.m. at the Walford Community Hall.
Renovations – Mech ǀ Elect Everyone is welcome.
ǀ Structural Engineering. Call CARMEN FRASER HAS Free Community Luncheons - February 27, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00
Robert Martel T : 705-525- MOVED! Come see me p.m. at the Lighthouse, Espanola (across from the Royal Bank)
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[email protected] 3/27. R Second Ave. Looking forward World Day of Prayer Service - Friday, March 2 at 7:00 p.m. at
to seeing everyone at my new the United Church of Espanola, 137 Sheppard Street, Espanola.
HANDYMAN - ODD JOBS location. Carmen’s Hair Salon – Zion Lutheran Church Massey Annual Bean Supper –
COLOMBUS - Need something Wednesday is Seniors Day. Open Sunday, March 4, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. For more information please
fixed, painted, drywalled, built or Tues-Fri 9-5. Shop: 705-869- call 705-865-2020.
flooring done, call me. Stephane 0505. Cell: 705-988-2671. 2/20. Toastmasters - Develop communication and leadership skills.
Coulombe, 705-863-3434. 3/13 Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feet Mondays 7:00 -
-R 8:30 p.m. at the Espanola Hospital board room. For details visit
our website http://602922 toastmastersclubs.org.
Moose Al-Anon Meetings For Families And Friends of Alcoholics -
Corner Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m., St. George’s Anglican Church, Espanola.
Call 705-869-6595 or 705-869-2505 for more info.
Have an event coming up, a fundraiser, a charity gathering, Drug Problem? - We’ve been there. We can help. Narcotics
contact The Moose for complimentary mcing and assistance Anonymous, meetings are Tuesdays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m. -
with your event ... let Roz help you put together your event, 9:00 p.m. United Church Espanola 137 Sheppard St.
AA Meetings At St. George’s Anglican Church – Tudhope
call 705-869-6397 or email: [email protected] St., Espanola, Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. and also Thursday at the
United Church at 8:00 p.m.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Employment Opportunity Employment Opportunity

The Anishinabe Spiritual Centre requires a The One Tot Stop Day Care is looking for to hire a caring,
Casual Cook responsible, and knowledgeable individual for a temporary part
�me enhanced staffing posi�on, which could lead to other
Experience working in a kitchen and cooking for large contract work.
groups is required.
Experience working with children is a must. Successful applicants
Send resumes by email to: [email protected] will be required to have a current vulnerable sector criminal
or drop them off at 1091 Anderson Lake Road, Espanola. reference check, valid First aid and up to date immuniza�on. An
Early Childhood Educa�on, CYW or DSW diploma is an asset, as is
experience working with children with special needs.

Star�ng wage is $18/hour.

Please send your resume, cover le�er and
references to The One Tot Stop Day Care,
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Tuesday February 27th, 2018.

ESPANOLA REGIONAL HOSPITAL ESPANOLA REGIONAL HOSPITAL
AND HEALTH CENTRE AND HEALTH CENTRE

Part-Time Environmental Services Clerk Housekeeping Aides

We require one (1) Part-Time Environmental Services Clerk. We require two part-time Housekeeping Aides. The successful
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the candidates will be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and
Manager with all functions, processes and activities related to orderly facility all times. This will be accomplished through
an integrated Food Services & Housekeeping Department. active employee involvement, continuous training and
This includes ordering, menu planning, payroll, receiving, development, as well as a commitment to compliance with
storing, controlling, processing and distribution of supplies and policies, procedures, and standards. These positions have no
equipment, calling-in employees, scheduling changes and guarantee of hours and will be scheduled in accordance with the
call-ins and all other support duties as assigned. Collective Agreement.
QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS:
• Secondary School diploma and Community College diploma The successful candidates should possess the following:
• Grade 12 diploma
in Office or Business Administration, or equivalent • Ability to stand and walk for several hours
experience. • Capable of safely lifting 50 pounds (23 kilograms)
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications • Able to safely utilize approved cleaning products and
(Microsoft Word & Excel)
• Superior organizational and time management skills. equipment
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
skills • Ability to provide regular attendance
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a related field • Hospital or Long-Term Care cleaning experience would be
(food services or as a ward clerk)
• Understanding of WHMIS protocols. preferred
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset • Knowledge of infection control practices is an asset
To apply in confidence, please forward your resume together • Previous recent related hospital experience is an asset
with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and • Bilingualism in French and English is an asset
qualifications by February 26, 2018 To apply in confidence, please forward your resume together
Human Resources Manager with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and
Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre qualifications by February 26, 2018 to:
825 McKinnon Drive Human Resources Manager
ESPANOLA, ON P5E 1R4 Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre
Fax (705) 869-4039 825 McKinnon Drive
Email: [email protected] ESPANOLA, ON P5E 1R4
Thank you for your interest. Only applicants who have been Fax (705) 869-4039
selected for an interview will be contacted. Email: [email protected]
Thank you for your interest. Only applicants who have been
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