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| Friday June 27 16:37:53 2008 |
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Gaspe News - June 27th
The Walk of Life was held at the track of the C.E. Pouliot Polyvalent on June 13th. Over $93,000 was raised to help find a cure for Cancer.
A flea market and bake sale was held at Ron’s Restaurant on June. Over $1800 was raised for the local Cancer association.
Preston Clark and daughter, MacKenzie were home to attend the high school graduation of his daughter, Samantha. Also home at this time were her uncles, Cleveland Clark from Calgary and Alton Clark from Montreal and her aunt Lynn and uncle Rene. Her cousins, Dawn and Alice Langlois were also here for this happy occasion.
Dayna Patterson is to be congratulated on the awards she recently received. She was presented with: 1) Proficiency in English, Sec V; 2) Chris Kennedy humanitarian award; 3) Special Merit award; 4) Lewis Miller Citizenship award and 5) Senior Model student. She was also presented with certificates on achieving title of Gold Star Student (90% or higher yearly average), as well as Honor Roll student!!! Dayna also received two scholarships – the C.A.S.A. and the Eastern Shores School Board scholarships at the graduation ceremonies! At a formal presentation Dayna was presented with the Lieutenant Governor's Award by the Lieutenant Governor himself! Congratulations, Dayna and also to all of the Grads of 2008!
Billy Boyle is back at the Boyle home in Wakeham for the summer. Nice to see you back again, Billy.
Congratulations to Jeremy Betteridge on his recent graduation from Bishops University. Jeremy graduated with honours and distinction. He will be attending Carleton University in Ottawa and is studying International Politics and Economy. Jeremy eventually will be studying Law. Happy Birthday to Jeremy on June 28th.
Happy 40th Birthday to Bruce Miller of Montreal on June 26th. Hope you had a great day.
Erskine Patterson is in the University Hospital in London, Ontario. We hope he will soon be home and feeling much better. Best of luck to his wife, Pauline, who recently has been undergoing tests as well.
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Inez Cassidy, wife of the late Albert Cassidy, who passed away on June 9th. Funeral services were held at the Cathedral in Gaspe on
June 13th.
Congratulations to Stephen Dorion and Tanya Adams on the birth of their son, Riley.
Stan Vibert, Rick Shannon and Brad Syvret recently traveled to Fredericton with some of their friends to play golf. While their husbands were golfing, Paula and Janice took the opportunity to go shopping in Matane.
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by Ivy Miller |
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| Thursday June 26 10:36:53 2008 |
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On June 21st the Masons hosted yet another successful prize bingo. This annual event was held at the Century Lodge and welcomed over 75 guests. The main event of the afternoon was the generous ticket draw.
1st prize donated by Via Rail-
Return trip for 2 in a bedroom from Gaspé to Montreal.
Won by Leigh and Marie Stewart of York
2nd prize donated by Orleans Express-
Return trip for 2 from Gaspé to Montreal.
Won by Stan Vibert of Wakeham
3rd prize donated by Telus-
Cordless phone
Won by Noreen Lucus of Port Daniel
4th prize donated by Adams Motel-
Room for 2 including a supper and breakfast
Won by Dale Miller of Sunny Bank
Thank you to all of our generous supporters.
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by Rémi Dion |
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| Wednesday June 25 21:28:46 2008 |
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Items from Ontario:
Gregory & Mariette Patterson, Scott & Sue Palmer, Maureen, Gary & Lois Laminger and yours truly spent a week cruising to Alaska from Vancouver.In spite of cold and dull weather, all had a great time. Stopped at Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan for day trips and shopping. More jewelry stores in one of those little towns in all of Toronto !! The majestic glacier in Glacier Bay were a sight to behold. The photographers in the family took several hundred shots to try and get a perfect picture. We also saw eagles, whales (not close) and fantastic scenery. I spent some time with my friend, Norma Patterson and her husband Weston before the cruise s tarted. A wonderful week with family on a luxurious ship.
After the cruise ship docked, Scott & Susan Palmer met their son Ryan, nephew Troy and Scott's mother Sybil Palmer at the airport and from there they motored to Vancouver Island to spend a week with Scott's brother Brent. Sybil will remain with Brent and his friend for two months and then plans to come back to Toronto by train.
Gary, Lois & Maureen Laminger visited with their uncle Rudy Laminger in Surrrey for a few days. While there Rudy showed them around Vancouver and area and spent one day in US doing some shopping. They flew on to Winnipeg where they visited Gary's parents, his daughter, Gillian and grandson cody before flying home to Kitchener.
Victor & Phyllis Miller of Lombardy, Ontario flew to Victoria where they spent 10 days with Victors aunt and uncle, Celia and Cliff Gregory of Sooke, B.C.
They also have been to see their daughter Louise, near Peterborough, and to help her celebrate her 50th birthday.
Earl &Pearl and daughter Kim have been spending some time at their trailer in Waterloo. It is always nice to get out of a city to the more countrified areas.
June birthdays:
Victor Miller June 2 1932 Lombardy, ON
Shirley Suddard June 8 1952
Christine Pelletier June 17 1959 London, ON
Myles Patterson June 18 1961
Leverrett Miller June 21 1952 Cornwall, On
Carol Miller June 27 1945
Louise Miller June 28 1958
July birthdays:
Sharon Pelletier July 3 1968
Gwen Holmes July 6 1930 Didsbury AB
Phyllis Vibert July 8 1937 Saint John NB
Graham Miller July 13 1928 Edmonton AB
Jan Tuzo July 14 1944
Edgar Miller July 17 1940 Crapaud PEI
Denise Irvine July 18 1968 Burlington ON
Elaine Miller July 20 1934 Burlington ON
Elsie Bobbette July 23 1924 Barrie ON
Norma Patterson July 26 1930 Vancouver BC
Betty Coffin July 31 1931 Montreal QC
Gerry & Shoko Patterson are moving from Singapore to France where they will take a month long intensive French course and then hope to settle in Montpellier. In August they will be flying to Montreal and going to Gaspe by tain to join the rest of Gerry's family for a week in Wakeham.
All my children and their spouses and some of the grand kids will be in Wakeham the week of August 4th. Please do call in and see us as we are looking forward to seeing all our friends while there. Ruth Patterson Armstrong. |
by Ruth Armstrong |
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| Friday June 20 9:48:05 2008 |
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| Congratulations to the grade 6 class of Gaspe Elementary for winning at the provincials in Quebec City. Great job everyone and a big Thank you to Mrs Ellie McDonald for helping the kids with their project and to their teacher Marquita Roberts for always being there for them. Way to go!!!! |
by Diane Kelly |
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| Thursday June 19 20:50:28 2008 |
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Yard Sale , There will be a yard sale on the 21 of june at 564 York Sud , starting at 8:00 AM cloths for girls and boys and toys and much much more also selling fresh rubarb cheap . Hope to see everyone there.
Darlene Smith |
by Darlene Smith |
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| Monday June 16 11:55:51 2008 |
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YARD SALE, Saturday and sunday june the 21th and 22th 9:00 ...at the 2 rue des Fauvettes, Wakeham.Part off the sale inside the garage... lot off antiques all kinds.
Marcel Lamoureux |
by marcel lamoureux |
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| Sunday June 8 14:38:42 2008 |
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| Yard Sale June the 14th rain date june 15th 8:30...at 19 rue Forest Sandybeach |
by heather donovan |
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| Friday June 6 14:47:09 2008 |
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Gaspe News – June 06, 2008
Berton and Doda Miller and Dennis and Marg Palmer motored to Kingston, Ontario to celebrate on May 18th the 90th birthday of the girls’ brother, Cecil Patterson. A party was held in his honour at the Worthington Park Club House where family members and friends gathered for a few hours of socializing which included a delicious hot meal prepared and served by Jim Perry and his crew. Jeannie Arsenault Tuzo brought along her guitar and was a much appreciated entertainer with many old well known songs. Most of the guests joined in the singing which was especially enjoyed by Cecil.
Belated birthday wishes to Michele Berube who had a birthday on June 3rd. Hope you had a great day, Michele.
Happy Birthday to Marilyn Whaley of Fonthill, Ontario who celebrated her birthday on June 6th. We are looking forward to seeing you in Gaspe this summer.
Birthday wishes going out to Vera Patterson of Gaspe who has a birthday on June 7th.
Mike Shannon of Burlington will have a special birthday on June 16th. Mike turns the big 4-0 on this day- celebrate well, Mike! Two days after Mike’s birthday – his mother also has a big day. Paula turns 60 on June 18th- a lot of celebrating is in the planning!
Happy Birthday to Dorinda Patterson who has a birthday on June 19th Have a great day and a good year, Dorinda.
Andy and Debbie Patterson have returned home after being away for seven weeks. They started their holiday in Kitchener, visiting their son Kevin and his wife Nyree to await the arrival of their second daughter, Blaire Elizabeth, who was born on April 23rd. Congratulations to the happy parents and grandparents. Andy and Debbie then went to Huntington Beach State Park for two weeks where they had a fabulous holiday. Disney World was their next stop were they were joined by their oldest son, Dale, his wife, Melissa and their two children from Vermont. They had a wonderful time.
Get well wishes going out to Edgar Clark who has been transferred back to the Hotel Dieu, Gaspe. Get well wishes also going out to his brother, Wilson, who hasn’t been feeling well lately.
Betty Stanley has returned to Gaspe after spending the winter months visiting her family in Ontario. Nice to see you back, Betty.
Glenn and I are back home after spending two weeks in Ontario. We spent the first weekend with Faye and Blair in Guelph. We had a nice visit with them and especially on Sunday when all of their family got together for a B.B.Q. Mike, Dawn, Meghan and Hailey and Lisa, John and little Jack from Burlington joined us as well. It was nice visiting with all of our nieces and nephews again. We then went on to London where we spent the rest of a very enjoyable holiday with Pauline and Erskine Patterson.
A concert with “Friends in Song” was held at the C.E. Pouliot Polyvalent on Sunday, May 4th. The ladies and one gentleman – Don Barclay- put on a fantastic show with Irish, down east and gospel songs. Four young girls did a wonderful job of entertaining us, each with a song of their own. The concert was enjoyed immensely by all and the group raised $500 which went to Pioneer Days.
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by Ivy Miller |
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| Tuesday June 3 19:53:31 2008 |
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The Schooner Bluenose 2 will be moored at Gaspe on June 6th. This historical schooner will be accessable free to the public commencing at 10H at the Sandy Beach Wharf. The Nova Scotia Schooner is stopping over on her way to Quebec City to participate in Quebec City's 400 Anniversary Celebrations.
from LePharillon
by Don Delisle |
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| Tuesday June 3 11:34:45 2008 |
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| Congratulations to my brother Mitch McDonald who graduated from Bishop's University on May 30th with honours. To all the other Gaspesians who graduated with him on that same day, Congratulations to you as well. Good luck in all your future endeavours!! |
by Tara McDonald |
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| Tuesday June 3 11:18:23 2008 |
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La Grande Traversee de L'Atantique a flotilla of over 40 sailing ships that departed from La Rochelle France will be calling at Gaspe. Events will be held in the area of the Gaspe Marina from June 11th thru June 15th. Some of the highlights as follows:
June 12th 20:00H Show by Laurence Jalbert and her choir
June 13th At the Marina bar de la Capitainerie Jam session
June 14th 11:00H Arrival of Jacques Cartier aboard the Bantry
June 15th Departure ceremony
by Don Delisle
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by don delisle |
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| Saturday May 31 12:43:31 2008 |
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Baby Aiden James Lemieux was baptisted on May 18th, by Rev.Alice of St Andrews United Church in Chateauguay, Godparents were Brandon Lemieux, Constance Devougues, Serena Miller, And Peter Bober,
Aiden is the son Of Emilia Ascah and Alex Lemieux,
great grandson of Ruby Ascah (Miller). |
by ruby ascah |
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| Saturday May 31 1:37:39 2008 |
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| I would like for everyone to say prayers for Rory Fitzpatrick he is in the hospital.He is 9 months old and has lekeumia.They are all nice children and i love them all.Randy and Tammy keep possitive he will get along good.Take care |
by Yvonne,jeannotte |
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| Friday May 30 13:07:39 2008 |
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This Sunday's edition of Le Pharillon will be the last one delivered on the week-end. Starting Wednesday June 11th.,it will be delivered on Wednesday becoming a mid-week journal enabling readers to peruse the sale flyers in time to plan the week-end shopping.
from LePharillon
Don Delisle
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by don delisle |
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| Sunday May 25 21:10:26 2008 |
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| hi.i just want to thank everyone who sponsored me for the walk for Alzeihmer. Merci pour vos dons pour la marche pour Alzeihmer. had a very nice walk. thank-you, Merci. Charles. |
by charles smith |
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| Sunday May 25 14:11:11 2008 |
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| Rendez Vous Naval Note one change in schedule. Wreath laying at Gaspe War Memorial will be at 16:00 in lieu of 17:00 hrs. |
by don delisle |
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| Friday May 23 13:19:07 2008 |
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| My son Tom Jack and his wife Jan from Alberta, visited his grandmother, Mme Alice Morin last weekend in Gaspe...they had such a wonderful time as they visited other family relatives... they stayed at Adams's Motel and were very pleased with the warm welcome they received from staff members... they returned to Toronto on Wed, May 21 to spend the remainder of their vacation with us and will return to Alberta on Monday, May 26. |
by Mandy Jack |
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| Friday May 23 11:07:25 2008 |
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Rendez-vous naval Gaspe events for Tuesday May 27th., now finalized. Gaspe organizer Ray Rooney outlines as follows:
Tuesday May 27th: 3 warships will be entering Gaspe Bay 8:30am. One each from France,Ireland and Canada. The Canadian and Irish ship will be mooring at Sandy Beach wharf and the French vessel moored in the Bay up around the marina.
The public are invited to visit the ships on their stay in Gaspe.
14:30 Ceremony at Cap Des Rosiers Monument to commerate the sinking of the Carricks and a memorial to those who perished.. Sailors from the 3 ships will be on hand for the ceremony also dignataries from Quebec City and Dept Of National Defence Ottawa.
17:00 Laying of wreaths at the Gaspe War Memorial and the Jacques de Lesseps Monument.
17:45 Reception hosted by the Municipality of Gaspe at the Gaspe Museum.
21:00 Ships depart for Quebec City.
The public is urged to attend the wreath laying cemeony's to pay respect to Gaspe's historic personalities and war hero's. |
by don delisle |
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| Monday May 19 12:19:11 2008 |
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On Tuesday May 27th 3 warships will be calling at the Port of Gaspe on their way to Quebec City for the Rendez -Vous Naval celebration being held to celebrate Quebec's 400 annv. The ships calling at Gaspe will be from Canada, Ireland and France. For schedule of activities being held at Gaspe visit the web site www.rendezvousnaval.com
by Don Delisle |
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| Saturday May 17 10:40:26 2008 |
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Gaspe intends to entice the cruise industry with the charm of the area states Gaspe mayor M.Francois Roussy. Mme Nathalie Normandeau met with the mayors of Gaspe,Perce and Chandler to announce an investment in the order of 42.7 millon dollars to develop the cruise industry in the Canada-New England corridor over the next 5 years. One of the most important elements of this investment is to upgrade the rail link between Chandler and Gaspe. The money will also permit Gaspe to upgrade the rail link between Sandy Beach Wharf and the Marina to facilitate the transport of tourists. The plan is to have this in place for 2009 to celebrate the 475th ann. of the Pennusila by Jacques Cartier
from LaPharillon
by Don Delisle
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by don delisle |
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| Wednesday May 14 8:46:17 2008 |
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Halimand oil drilling project back on track. The 3 companies involved Petrolia,Junex,and Gastem have decided to join forces with objective to persue drilling already started at Petrolia-Halimand site #1. According to the presidents of the three companies " their teams are already at work planning the next phase of the project to be undertaken without further delay"
from LePharillon
by Don Delisle |
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| Tuesday May 13 21:06:42 2008 |
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Gaspe Entry Port For Quebec 400. Before sailing to Quebec 2 important naval fleets will be calling at Gaspe first before proceeding to Quebec.
May 27th 3 naval vessels coming from France,Ireland and Canada respectfully the Cassard,the Roisin and a Class Halifax vessel with their 500 crew members will be calling at Gaspe. 10 days later June 10th to the 15th a visit to Gaspe will be made by 48 sailing vessels that departed from La Rochelle France. They will be laying over to regroup before proceeding to Quebec.
from LePharillon
by Don Delisle
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by don delisle |
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| Tuesday May 13 12:35:20 2008 |
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Gaspe News – May 09, 2008
Well, we can safely say that the snow is disappearing at a rapid speed as of now. Our early flowers are up and some have blooms.
We have some special birthdays on May 9th- Mark Lavigne, son of Sandra and Regent from Chateauguay will celebrate his 40th , Blair Eden from Kamloops will celebrate his 60th and Murray Patterson from Wakeham will be celebrating his 80th. Bobby Palmer from Sunny Bank and Erskine Patterson from London, Ontario also have a birthday today. Happy Birthday boys!!
Our community has been very saddened recently with the passing of four of our seniors- Mrs. Daisy Patterson, who would have been 106 on June 28th passed away at the Ross Sanatorium on April 27th . Mrs. Jessie Clark of Wakeham on April 28th , Mr. Reginald Annett of Forillon and Mr. Anthony Jean of York on May 1st They will be sadly missed by all and our deepest sympathy goes out to all of the families.
Our deepest sympathy is going out to the family of Kathleen Coffin, originally from Farewell Cove, wife of the late Raymond Coffin, who passed away in Chambly on May 3rd. Funeral services were held on May 8th
Happy Birthday to Blake Carter from Toronto on May 17th and to Brandon Patterson of Sunny Bank of May 19th. Have a great day, guys!
Larry Miller of Wakeham will be celebrating the big 7-0 on May 25th. Hope you have a very happy one, Larry!
Celebrating on the 28th is Blair Miller of Guelph, Norbert Patterson and Lorna Miller of Wakeham. Hope you all have a great day.
Happy 45th Birthday to Clark Patterson of Wakeham who will be celebrating on May 30th.
The Bake Sale which was held at the Carrefour Gaspe on Saturday, May 3rd was a great success once again. Over $1250 was raised for Pioneer Days. A “wine and cheese” basket was raffled off and was won by Irene Dea of Gaspe. All who gave their time, organized, and baked for this sale should receive a big thank you.
The season for trout fishing is open once again here in Gaspe but so far we haven’t heard of many being caught.
Debbie and Terry Walsh from Ottawa are home visiting family and friends and spending time with Debbie’s mother, Hildred Patterson, who is in the Ross Sanatorium.
On Sunday, May 4th, a confirmation service, with Archbishop Dennis Drainville presiding and Rev. Ellen Rutherford leading the service, was held at St. Paul’s Church, Gaspe. Laura, daughter of Donna and Andre Preston and Isabelle, daughter of Lorelei and Donald Gauthier were the only two confirmed this year. A delicious lunch was served in the church hall after the ceremony.
Congratulations to Donalyn Adams and Ted Yip on the birth of their daughter, Addison, who was born on May 3rd- a sister for big brother, Riley.
Congratulations also to Kevin Patterson and his wife, Nyree, on the birth of their second daughter, Blaire Elizabeth, born April 23. Kevin is the son of Andy and Debbie Patterson of Gaspe, and they live in Kitchener, Ontario.
Harris Eden is now a resident of the Foyer Notre Dame. Mr. Eden has settled in and seems to be enjoying his new home.
Our condolences go out to the family of Harold Grant of Sarnia who recently passed away after a short illness.
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by Ivy Miller |
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| Monday May 5 1:41:29 2008 |
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| thank u very much to everyone who went to my moms service we all appreciate the love and support for my mom. |
by ryan sinnett |
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| Friday May 2 10:18:22 2008 |
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Cap-des-Rosiers will be celebrating with vigor the 150th anniversary commemorateing the construction of the lighthouse. The festivities will be held over 3 days the 18th,19th,20th of July. Spectacles under the tent will include Bottine Souriante,Paul Piche and the closing performance by Ouimorucru a tradtional Gaspesien group. Passports giving access to the site for the 3 days go on sale May 20th. The lighthouse constructed in 1858 is the highest in Canada and one of the oldest.
by Don Delisle
from LePharillon
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by don delisle |
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| Thursday May 1 13:45:15 2008 |
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It is with a very sad and heavy heart that I would like to let all know that my dear father-in-law, Anthony Jean passed away this a.m. Thursday, May1st. May God be with us all and he is at peace now.
Lana Jean |
by Lana Jean |
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| Monday April 28 23:56:41 2008 |
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Hi there, I AM THE SANDY BEACH ROAD CLEANER! Several people have stopped to say thank you for picking up litter on the highway and others have asked why I do it. Here is the answer.
I walk about 2 miles a day, weather permitting. Why not make the walk a more useful exercise and add to the exercise value. It works because there is now a 2 miles stretch of clean road in Sandy Beach and I've lost 6 lbs!
We are so very blessed to live in this beautiful and safe part of the world. How can we be so unappreciative as to deface the landscape and damage the ecology with our garbage?
Each piece of plastic I pick up is one less to entangle in the intestine of a bird or animal; each smashed beer bottle retrieved may save someone or something a nasty cut. All other cans and bottles get recycled.
Thank you to those people who accept my bags of garbage in their driveways!
I am thankful to have both the time and the health to do this. Join me anyone? Adair Gay |
by Adair Gay |
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| Saturday April 26 12:48:51 2008 |
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Les Barracudas de Gaspe swim team were aiming for 7th place in a Provincal meet held in Chicoutimi April 20,21,22 however ended up in 5th position overall.
In individual events they took home 8 gold,8 silver and 14 bronze medals. In the team relay events they won a bronze and a silver medal.
from LePharillon
by Don Delisle |
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| Friday April 25 14:52:03 2008 |
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Gaspe News
After a wonderful sunny week and above seasonable temperatures it is back to snow for the Gaspe. As I am writing this news column large flakes are falling- hopefully won’t amount to too much.
It was just brought to my attention that Edith LeGresley of Gaspe had a special birthday back in December. She celebrated her 70th birthday on December 16th at the Mason Wakeham. Hope it was a happy one!
A belated happy birthday to Fred Sams of Gaspe who celebrated his 91st birthday on March 30th and is still healthy and active. Way to go Mr. Sams!
The first week of April , Faye Miller of Guelph came to Gaspe to visit with her mother, Ruby Miller who was in the Hotel Dieu. Her daughter, Cathy (Happy 40th Birthday on April 30th,Cathy) flew home for the weekend to spend some time with her grandmother. Mrs. Miller was hospitalized for almost six weeks but is happy to be back home and doing well.
Bernard Baird of Douglastown has just undergone knee surgery in Montreal. He had complications and had to return to the hospital but is back out now and at his daughter, Linda’s. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope he is soon back home.
Alan Miller of Sunny Bank celebrated a very special birthday on April 5th. Happy 65th birthday, Alan.
Birthday wishes going out to Natalie Coffin Muise from Halifax who celebrated her birthday on April 14th. Hope you had a great day with your family.
On Saturday April 19th a very special lady, Elsie Patterson, from Sandy Beach celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends at Sandy Beach Church hall. A very delicious lunch was served. Four of her six sons were able to attend- Reed who lives in Sandy Beach and Cleve, Dale and Lynn from out of town.
Congratulations to Todd Miller and Michele Berube on the birth of a beautiful baby boy. Lucas Blake was born on April 16th weighing in at 7 lbs 14oz. Lucas is another great grandson for Ruby Miller, first grandson for Glenn and Ivy Miller, and a little cousin for their granddaughter, Maria and first nephew for Uncle Scott of Stettler.
Carol Suddard had a special birthday on April 21st. Happy 55th birthday, Carol!
Marjorie Bechervaise Fournier would like to wish her twin sister, Gladys Bechervaise of York a happy 66th birthday on April 22nd. Also celebrating on this day is Doug Patterson of Sunny Bank.
Lance Clark of Wakeham will be celebrating his 35th birthday on April 30th. Also celebrating on this day is Ellen Patterson of Gaspe and Ralph Vibert and Marjorie Coffin of Wakeham. Hope you all have a very happy birthday.
Get well wishes go out to Edgar Clark who has been transferred from the Hotel Dieu, Gaspe to Quebec. We hope he will soon be feeling better and back in Gaspe.
Mr. Harris Eden of Wakeham is in the Hotel Dieu Hospital in Gaspe. Best wishes go out to him and also happy birthday wishes on April 27th.
Mrs. Jessie Clark of Wakeham is also in the Hotel Dieu. We send her get well wishes and hope she is back home soon.
On Sunday, April 20th, Rodney Savidant was in concert at the Gaspe Elementary School. Even though he was unfortunate enough to have a cast on his arm and couldn’t play his guitar he was able to perform with his back up music and everyone enjoyed his wonderful country and gospel singing. Mr. Savidant lives in Summerside, P.E.I.and has traveled to Gaspe once before to perform for us. Proceeds of the concert went to the Ecumenical Chaplaincy Foundation. He hopes to return to Gaspe for another concert in the near future.
Mr. Joe Patterson of Sandy Beach has returned after spending the winter months with his daughter, Martha and son-in-law Brian in Ottawa. Nice to see you back, Mr. Joe! Dora Miller traveled down with him and will visit for awhile. |
by Ivy Miller |
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| Saturday April 19 13:56:43 2008 |
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The 5 CGEPS in Eastern Quebec and Health and Services are uniting to find a solution to the decrease in the number of nurses in the region. They are launching a campaign to entice young students from the area to enroll in a health services programme. They have estimated 10 to 30% of nurses will be retiring in the next 5 years. A CGEP of Gaspe spokesperson confirmed that the number of students enrolled in the Health Services programme this year is 27 compared to 52 enrolled in year 2000 a decrease of 50%.
from LePharillon
Don Delisle |
by don delisle |
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| Friday April 11 12:25:11 2008 |
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200th Free Mason for Century Lodge
Last Tuesday evening, on the eight of April the members of Century Lodge proceeded with the initiation in the first degree of their two hundredth member. Mr. Réal Landry, a retired member of the Sureté du Québec was initiated by a team from the Shawenegan Lodge, comprised of, among others, two retired members of the Sureté du Québec, Bros. André Aubert and Pierre Lavoie. History was made at this initiation because for the first time since the foundation in 1932 the whole initiation ceremony was carried out in French. Quite a few Francophones have recently joined the ever growing ranks of Free Masonary at the Century Lodge of Gaspé. |
by Rémi Dion |
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| Thursday April 10 23:38:10 2008 |
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People have been asking us what we've been doing about the spca.
With the help of the sadc, we applied for the registration of the name-spca G
Gaspe. We finally got confirmation this week.
We have petitions in stores, depanneurs, at the Caisse and the TD bank. Thank you so much to the people who have signed.
Wednesday, April 2, we had a meeting with the mayor. He agrees with us that the shelter is needed. When the petitions are all returned at the end of April, they will be taken to him.
We met today, April 10, with someone from cld who gave us the forms to be filed for our charter. That will enable us to receive donations and we will be able to schedule activities to raise money.
We would like to thank the people who have shown us so much support. When we began, Adeline and I, we weren't sure how many people would be in agreement with what we are doing. We have been shown by your phone calls, e-mails and by the people we meet.
Thank you so much for being there for us so we can help others who are in need.
Thank you. Bonnie |
by bonnie rooney |
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| Thursday April 10 15:47:21 2008 |
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Community Breakfast of the month
Marc, Geneviève, Marjolaine and Jacob invite everyone to a special sugar shack style community breakfast Sunday April 20 from 8 : 00 to 11 : 00 a.m. Friends and families are welcome to celebrate spring with them. On the menu : eggs in syrup, sausages, fried potatoes, beans. (Voluntary contribution). Maple toffee on snow will be served outside at low price. |
by Luc Chaput |
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| Thursday April 10 12:39:25 2008 |
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At their annual meeting held last March 29th The Quebec Salmon Federation awarded Quebec Sporting the Salar 2008 award for promotion of the sport in the Gaspe area and in particular their sucess in attracting female enthusiasts to the sport of kings.
from LePharillon
by Don Delisle |
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| Wednesday April 9 12:42:40 2008 |
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Gaspe shrimp fishermen will be going out at the beginning of April. A last minute agreement was reached with the processing plants fixing the landed price of large shrimps at 52.5 cents per lb an increase of 06.5 cents per lb over last year. The shrimp industry employees approximately 500 people on the Gaspe Peninsula
From LePharillon
by Don Delisle |
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| Monday April 7 6:42:16 2008 |
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The Wilbert Coffin case has been updated with a new posting that places the Canadian federal government and the government of The United States Of America in the position of making a secret deal to facilitate the striking down of a Quebec Superior Court decision. This action dealt with the refusal of the Supreme Court of Canada to strike down an action by the Superior Court that would have made it possible to extradite two criminals.
In simplistic terms, the decision had been made for the Federal Cabinet to over-ride the decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, however; the stumbling block was that the same federal government was being asked to review another Supreme Court Of Canada decision which had to be dealt with first. That particular action was the Regina vs Coffin affair.
The federal government under Louis St. Laurent knew that by meddling into that decision, the wrath of Maurice Duplessis would thunder across Quebec, and now, it was proposing to meddle into a second Supreme Court decision affecting Quebec, namely the extradition treaty.
With the deck stacked against him as we have uncovered, Wilbert Coffin never stood a chance. He was doomed.
It is important to understand, it did not matter to the authorities that it was Wilbert Coffin. He just happened to be the one who popped up and stood in the way.
Equally important, we must take the time to understand that the federal cabinet could have delayed Wilbert Coffin's execution with a simple order-in-council. That would have been sufficient to study the trial and various elements that were blatently illegal, such as evidence suppression, the inquest jury tampering, and a whole host of other things, especially the inconsistencies in the autopsy reports and the complete absense of ballistic reports, including no identified weapon etc.
I ask that you click onto the "Stoddard Online" tab at the bottom of the announcements on the home page of the GoGaspe Site today and read our report. Lani Mitchell and myself have put hundreds of hours into this posting of the investigation. Every claim in this posting can be backed up with documentation. You will see letters there to the White House, you will see correspondence between The Right Honourable Lester Pearson and the United States Ambassador. You will see a copy of a letter praising the president of The United States of the day, Dwight David Eisenhour.
You will also see something that I am totally ashamed to write about. You will see a note from a prominent Canadian government minister, indicating that a piece of correspondence has been edited, and the original removed and destroyed.
Heavy reading this time, yes it is. You may have to read and digest much of it several times, but trust me, the picture is there. If I can clarify something for you, you are welcome to send me an e-mail to lewisstoddard@shaw.ca If you choose to leave a comment on my site, you are most welcome to do that, but please remember to attach your name to the comment as I do not respond to "Anonymous" comments.
Thank you to everyone, and as usual, a special thanks to the folks who maintain the GoGaspe Site. You have been a tremendous source of support since I began this work.
Lew Stoddard |
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| Friday April 4 15:31:11 2008 |
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With the future of Senior Hockey in the Gaspe area at the crossroads Le Salmos De Gaspe in the 10th year of existence wish to thank all the people who were associated with the team orginization over the years. They won the league title again this year for the fourth time in five years.
from LePharillon
by Don Delisle |
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| Saturday March 29 10:38:03 2008 |
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Gaspe News
Winter is still here with all its snow banks- the days however are getting warmer with all the beautiful sunshine which is slowly taking some of the snow away.
We were happy to have Bryce and Shirley Coffin from Halifax visit us for ten days. They wanted to see a good old fashioned Gaspe snowstorm while here but for some reason old man winter didn’t co-operate at this time. They visited family and friends and they were happy to be able to visit Shirley’s Aunt Daisy who lives at the Ross Sanatorium and is 105 years old.
The community has been greatly saddened with the passing of Gerald Phillips of Sunny Bank. Jerry passed away at the Ottawa General Hospital on March 13th and funeral services were held at St. Andrew’s Church in York on March 18th. He will be sadly missed by all and our condolences go out to all his family.
A special birthday wish going out to Stevie Palmer who celebrates his 50th birthday on March 26th while visiting his parents, Marg and Dennis Palmer in Wakeham. Also celebrating a special birthday on this day is Ricky Sams of Sunny Bank. Happy big 6-0, Ricky!
Maggie Annett of Stettler is having a special day on March 27th. Hope you had a very Happy Birthday, Maggie!
Marjory Patterson of Smithville, Ontario passed away on March 15th. Marjory was originally from Wakeham- daughter of Evangeline and Jimmy Patterson. A memorial service was held in St. James Church, Wakeham on March 26th. Her friend, lay reader Sharon Jean conducted the service.
Colleen Bechervaise of Toronto is home visiting friends and relatives in Wakeham for a couple of weeks.
Kevin Gillis from Edmonton was home for the Easter Holiday and is spending some time visiting his parents, Carl and Ella Gillis of Wakeham.
Happy Birthday to Jill Syvret of New York who celebrated her birthday on March 24th and also to her father, Brad Syvret, who has a birthday on March 30th. Hope you both had a wonderful day.
Birthday wishes going out to Bridget McDonald of Gaspe who turned 80 years young on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th. She celebrated her birthday on Saturday, March 22nd with all of her family who came home for this special occasion. Hope you had a wonderful day with your family and friends.
Birthday wishes going out to Colleen Drohan of Wakeham who also celebrated her birthday on St. Patrick’s Day.
Heather and Dean Patterson of Sunny Bank have returned home after visiting their two grandchildren, Chelsia and Christian in Montreal while their daughter, Stephanie and husband Marco flew to Argentina to check on the vineyard which they have recently purchased.
Archie and Linda Patterson are back in Wakeham after spending the winter months in Regina with their daughter, Tammy and her husband Todd and their two boys, Tanner and Ty. They spent time in Ontario with their family on the way out and coming back from the west. They were amazed at the amount of snow that Gaspe has and it’s back to winter again for them.
Paula and Ricky Shannon spent the Easter holiday in Burlington with their children, Lisa, and John and baby Jack and Michael, Dawn, Meghan and Hailey. They returned home early to be with Paula’s mother, Ruby Miller who is in the Hotel Dieu.
Vernice Dumaresq recently spent time with her son Brian, wife Christie and their two children William and Amy in Montreal. She then went to Sherbrooke to visit her son, Dale, Guylaine and son Leon. While visiting them she celebrated Dale’s birthday with him.
Get well wishes to Bernard Baird of Douglastown who had knee surgery in Montreal this week and is recuperating well.
Happy Spring everyone!
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| Friday March 28 21:35:08 2008 |
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Gaspe does not wish to miss the boat. It wants to position itself as a player in the rapidly expanding cruise boat industry. According to the North West CruiseShip Association 2,000,000 passengers debarked in Canada last year spending over 2 billon dollars. The cruise industry has grown by 28% between 2003 and 2007.
from LePharillon
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| Thursday March 27 12:31:40 2008 |
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Just to let you know:::
Winners of the St. Matthews Guild, Easter Basket was won by::
1St Prize: Caroline Mullin
2nd Prize; Dwayne Simon |
by Nadine Cassidy |
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| Saturday March 22 12:31:00 2008 |
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Gaspe a safe town for pedestrains. A study done last week by Institut National of Scientifique Research (INRS) revealed last week the The Town of Gaspe was rated in first place in all of Quebec with regard to pedestrain safety.
from LePharillon
Don Delisle |
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| Saturday March 15 22:29:32 2008 |
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| It is with sadness that I announce the passing of Marjorie Patterson of Smithville,Ontario.Deepest sympathy goes out to her family. |
by Sharon Jean |
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| Thursday March 6 17:31:01 2008 |
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St. Patrick Festivities Friday, March 14 at 9 p.m.
with Lorne Cotton, guitar (country, folk nad rock) and Gérald Fullum, fiddler (traditional tunes, reels and waltz) Come dance and have fun. Entrance $5. Profits from the evening will go toward the Douglastown Irish Week next Summer.
Douglas Community Center
28 St-Patrick, Douglastown
Info : 368-0288 |
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| Wednesday March 5 15:33:26 2008 |
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Just heard that Gary Briand was ailing get we soon there are fewer of us every year would
not be the same in Douglastown if you were not there
all the best Victor Briann |
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| Friday February 29 21:15:16 2008 |
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Gaspe News
Snow, snow and more snow! We have had our share this winter and there is some still to come. March will be contributing as it does every year.
On Saturday, February 9th a bake sale was held at the Carrefour to raise money for the Gaspe Cancer Foundation. Everyone was very generous and a lot of delicious food was sold. $1900 was raised for the foundation.
Mary Miller and Marilyn Ahern are back in Sandy Beach after spending part of the winter out of Gaspe. Marilyn visited with her family in Ottawa and Mary in the Eastern Townships. Nice to see you ladies back.
Get well wishes going out to Lewis Mullin of Forillon. Good luck with your treatments, Lewis.
We also send best wishes to Gary Briand of Douglastown. Hope you are feeling better soon.
Ashley Nikolov, daughter of Boris and Lorilee of Newmarket and granddaughter of Larry and Lorna Miller of Wakeham recently went to Ireland to compete in Irish dancing. She did extremely well and was recalled for several dances.
Happy Birthday to Heather Patterson (Lowell) of Sunny Bank who had a birthday on February 22nd. We also send her get well wishes. Her brother, Darrell, who lives in Oshawa celebrated his birthday on February 27th. Hope you both had a nice day.
Happy Birthday to Ellen Smith of Wakeham who celebrated her birthday on February 23rd. Hope you had a great day, Ellen.
A special birthday wish going out to Pamela Patterson of Wakeham who gets to celebrate her birthday on February 29th this year. Pam is a leap year baby so only has a birthday every 4 years! A great way to stay young, Pam!
On Saturday, February 23rd a few ladies got together and organized a card party which was held at the Seniors Room in Wakeham School. An enjoyable evening was spent by all and $200 was raised for the Chaplaincy Fund. A mantle clock, donated by Hart store was raffled off and won by Nancy Clark. Melba Patterson had the highest score for the ladies and Albert Patterson for the men.
Birthday wishes going out to Faye Miller of Guelph, Leigh Clark of Oakville, and Berton Miller who all celebrate on March 6th.
The Wakeham-York Winter Carnival was a great success again this year. The beautiful weather helped contribute to the well attended events. $5000 was raised for the York Rink and Community Hall.
Gerry Phillips is once again in the hospital in Ottawa. We hope he is feeling much better soon so he can return to Gaspe.
On Friday, February 22nd cross country skiers who were participating in “the Grande Traverse de la Gaspesie” arrived in town. Once again, main street was adorned with snow sculptures and many people stood by to welcome the skiers.
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| Friday February 29 13:13:31 2008 |
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Gaspe Relay For Life. For the 1st time Gaspe will participate in the event sponsored by the Canadian Cancer Society. Event will be held June 13th 2008 at the C.E.Pouliot athletic track from 7Pm to 7Am.. 15 teams of 10 persons are invited to walk around the track during the night to raise funds for the fight against cancer. The objective of the event is to raise $25,000. To inscribe and information telephone 418-358-1119 or visit www.cancer.ca
from LePharillon
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| Sunday February 24 22:24:19 2008 |
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| Gaspe Elementary was a busy school on Friday, February 22nd . Over 180 students in grades 4, 5, and 6 participated in a mini-basketball tournament held at the school. Students were placed on 18 teams mixed from Eastern Shores schools all the way from Escuminac up the coast to Gaspe. Athletes from the Gaspe Polyvalent Basketball teams assisted by refereeing and leading the elementary groups. The staff of Gaspe Elementary planned activities for the students who were not on the basketball court that appealed to many, including a movie room and computer time. The canteen offered a great variety of healthy meal and snack choices that fuelled and energised the students for their games. A special thank you to Mrs. Colleen Drohan who ensured that all the students had a great time on the court. |
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| Friday February 22 21:55:24 2008 |
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The winter edition of Gaspesie Magazine was released this week at a press conference in Quebec City. The feature article highlights murders and mystery on the Gaspe Coast covering a period 1874 thru 1965. The Wilbert Coffin case is the featured article. Of interest is that their are English Articles in this edition.
by Don Delisle
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| Sunday February 17 11:43:27 2008 |
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Gaspe on track to set record for snowfall accumalation. With 320cm on ground so far compared to 230cm for all of last season Gaspe could break the snowfall record set in 1995 which had over 500cm of snow recorded.
from Le Pharillon
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| Saturday February 9 12:42:31 2008 |
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With the intervention of the troop commander Lieutenant-Colonel Gilbert Thibeault the Air Force Squadron 413 have decided to train in Gaspe this summer. States the commander " I have grown up in Gaspe and the training sessions have never been held there. It will be a great occasion to show the population what we are capable of doing " Each year the training sessions are held in a different locality.
by Don De4lisle
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| Friday February 8 17:28:05 2008 |
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Gaspe News
Dale Dumaresq, Guylaine, and son, Leon, from Sherbrooke were home for the holidays to visit his parents, Vernice and Barry Dumaresq, grandfather, Melvin Roberts, family and friends. Vernice and Barry would like to wish their grandson, Leon, who was two years old on February 9th a Happy Birthday.
Happy Birthday to Shirley Davis Coffin of Halifax who celebrated on February 1st. Her family treated her to a dinner and a live show. They had a wonderful evening.
Also celebrating on February 1st was Greta Mullin who lives in Wakeham and her twin sister, Dora, who lives in Fonthill,Ontario. Hope you had a great day..
Happy Birthday to our son, Scott Miller, from Stettler, Alberta who has a birthday on February 13th. Wish we could be there to celebrate with you.
A food sale and afternoon of games was held by the Seniors Citizens at Wakeham Adult Ed Centre on Saturday, January 26th. They had great prizes and raised $777 for their organization.
We would like to wish Samantha Sculley Miller of Toronto get well wishes and a speedy recovery after her recent surgery. Sam is the wife of Chris Miller and daughter in law of Blair and Faye Miller of Guelph.
Our condolences to the family of Deborah Baker of North Bay, daughter of Dora Patterson and Reggie Baker, originally from Gaspe. Deborah passed away on January 17th and funeral services were held in Kirkland Lake on January 25th.
Congratulations to Ross and Ivy Bechervaise who celebrated their 50th anniversary on February 3rd. A party was held in their honour at Dean and Heather Pattersons.
The Wakeham York Winter Carnival is being held from February 15th to February 24th. A great chance to get out in the fresh air to join your friends and have fun disco skating, skidooing, playing hockey, ice bowling and trying your luck at the strength and skills activities. You might want to go on the Moonlight Walk or dance to the music of Tammy Adams. Check you local businesses for schedules.
On Shrove Tuesday, February 5th, a delicious pancake supper was held at the Sandy Beach Church Hall. All proceeds go to the Anglican Church Women Education Fund.
Birthday wishes going out to Carleton Patterson of Wakeham who has a birthday on February 18th.
Happy Birthday wishes to Murray Olsson of Welland, Ontario, Merle Coffin, Muriel Cass and Emery Patterson of Wakeham who celebrate on February 20th. Hope you all have a wonderful day!
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| Saturday February 2 12:04:01 2008 |
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50 new low income housing units will soon be built in Gaspe and Murdochville. The minister responsible Nathalie Normandeau made the announcement in a recent visit to Gaspe. The Societe D'Habitation Du Quebec (SHQ) will construct 36 units in Gaspe and 12 units in Murdochville. The Gaspe building site will be on the land of the Ursalines Order and the existing buildings will also be utilized.
from LePharillon
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| Monday January 28 18:33:15 2008 |
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Update of the "Wilbert Coffin" case. .
Thank you for your patience for the past weeks. Medical problems really got in the way of progress during this period. Once again, things are now going much smoother, and I look forward to bringing everyone up to date on the Wilbert Coffin affair.
Beginning tomorrow, January 29, 2008, I shall be delivering to you a special three part series on wrongful convictions in Canada. This special report will include the Wilbert Coffin affair.
We will be taking a hard serious look at wrongful convictions and why they happen at an alarming rate. You will see what happens when senior lawyers and judges across this country cannot be relied upon to get the facts straight in a courtroom. You will quickly see and understand that just because some fancy three dollar lawyer got a patronage appointment and elevated to the position of a senior judge, it is definitely not a given that he or she is necessairly very smart. That may be a bold statement, but I can cite many examples proving my point.
Another area of major concern will be displaying to you, the reader, what happens when the very infrastructure of a major court case is allowed to be tampered with, as was the case with Wilbert Coffin. We can now prove that through lies, through cheating, and through manipulation of the jury during the trial process that Wilbert Coffin's world came crashing down.
It is important that we learn these things at this crucial time. I say crucial, simply because the time is nearing for the Wilbert Coffin case to be presented to the CCRG (Criminal Conviction Review Group."
You may be aware there is a faction circulating in some of the Quebec media that appears to be attempting to undermine the progress that has been made with the investigation of the Wilbert Coffin affair. This has been spear headed by someone publishing another epistile on the affair, this time based on trial transcripts. It can be argued that this is nothing more than self promotion of written material, and at the same time, attempting to sway opinion just prior to this case being presented to the CCRG.
This report will chronicle as well, the involvement of police officer Lewis Sinnett. As I have told you in the past, I consider Lewis Sinnett to be one of the honest corner stones of this entire affair. There are things that I have not stated yet about Officer Sinnett. I have chosen to go this route so that all things can be put into perspective before any further attempt is made to discredit the late officer. This decision is based on material that I have in my possession that others do not have. At the proper time during this upcoming report, I shall be making public the information that I have acquired.
I ask that you take the time to read and consider this series. I am confident that after reading, you will be of the opinion that justice was indeed tarnished, and that Wilbert Coffin was hanged as a scape goat to satisfy the lust of a very crooked, cheap, and dirty administration that controlled the province of Quebec in the 1950's.
You can link to my web page by clicking on the "Stoddard Online" tab on the GoGaspe home page or at http://stoddardsviews.blogspot
Once again, thanks to the Patterson family for allowing me space on your page.
Lew Stoddard |
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| Monday January 28 13:46:54 2008 |
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| The 2008 hunting season dates are now on GoGaspe.com. To find them click the "Hunting in Gaspe" link on the Tourist Information page. |
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| Sunday January 27 13:27:12 2008 |
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Major break in the Gaspe aqueduct line occured Wednesday past. The alarm at the main site alerted the authorites early in the morning of a major drop in pressure. The cause was a weakness in the system after having been subject to major variations in pressure recently. With the co-operation of the population including closure of some commerical establishments, the CGEP, and schools in downtown Gaspe the line was repaired later in the day.
from Le Pharillon
Don Delisle |
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| Saturday January 26 5:55:23 2008 |
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| Hi everyone we are having lots of cold weather here up here in Dalhousie,N.B,our Mill is closing on Friday the 31th of this month,it is very sad news for all of us up here,me and my families are all doing great,we might be going down this summer if all goes well,i love Gaspe very much,thanks again Shirley Ann Coffin |
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| Sunday January 20 19:06:43 2008 |
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Gaspe News- January 2008
Happy New Year to all! Hopefully everyone had a happy and healthy holiday. We are presently shoveling out after an old fashioned Gaspe snow storm- one of several that we have had so far this winter. This last storm presented us with 60 centimeters of snow!
Congratulations to Charlene Marion and Steve Cassivi on their recent marriage which took place on December 22nd at Douglastown church. The reception followed at Gaspe Elementary School. We wish them many happy years together.
Candie Jones and Kurt Eccleston from Brampton,Ontario were home for the Christmas holidays. On Christmas Eve they had their baby boy, Kimani James, christened in St. Andrews Church, York. It was exactly 35 years before when Candie, herself, was christened in this same church. Congratulations and good luck with your little son.
Congratulations to Erin Assels and Shawn Rooney who were engaged on Christmas Day.
Faye and Blair Miller from Burlington were home for the Christmas holidays. They spent two weeks with Faye’s mother, Ruby Patterson of Sandy Beach and visited both of their relatives and friends in the surrounding communities. Congratulations to Ruby Patterson who will be celebrating her 90th birthday on January 23rd. Another lady of Sandy Beach will also be celebrating her birthday on January 23rd- Mary Miller will be 91 years young. Happy Birthday, girls!
Craig Patterson, son of Heather and Dean Patterson of Sunny Bank spent his Christmas holiday with his mother and father, visiting family and friends. He then went on to Montreal to spend New Years with his sister, Stephanie, Marco and Chelsea and Christian. Heather and Dean also traveled to Montreal to spend News Years and stayed to visit a couple of weeks with their family and friends.
Lorna and Larry Miller have returned to Gaspe after spending a two month holiday in Ontario, Washington and Denmark. They first had a lovely visit with their daughter, Lorelei, husband, Boris and daughters Ashley and Brooke in New Market and then on to Olympia, Washington to spend a wonderful month with daughter, Lisa, husband Jeff and sons Josh and J.J. They then returned to Canada to pick up their granddaughter, Cassidy, and then flew to Denmark to spend time with their daughter, Louise who is now living there. While there they attended the wedding of their youngest daughter, Louise and Kim Nichum. They had a great visit in Denmark and learned a lot about their customs and way of life. While Lorna and Larry were traveling, Lorna’s mother, Mrs. Ellen Clark spent this time with her daughter Kathleen in Montreal and daughter Marilyn and husband Don in Fonthill. They all had a fantastic holiday.
Lorna and Everett Clark enjoyed their Christmas holiday in Montreal visiting with their daughter, Deanna, Allison, Samantha and Meghan. Their youngest daughter, Stacey, with her husband, Darren and sons, Samuel and Jake came from Wemindji to spend the holidays with them. While in Montreal they were at a Christmas “get-together” at the home of George and Sharon Dee.
On Friday, January 11th the residents of the Pavillion Ross were treated to an Epiphany Party and Eucharist, organized by our Ecumenical chaplain, Fran Aird. Members of the Pastoral team transported the residents to the chapel for communion and then over to the dining area for the party. Everyone was served a light lunch and a beautiful “crown” cake made by Marjorie Patterson was enjoyed by all. The volunteers came away with a great feeling, knowing that they had helped make the shut-ins so happy for an afternoon.
Myrna and Dale Jean traveled to Cambridge to spend the holiday with their daughter, Paula, Jamie and little grandson, Caleb. Paula and Jamie will be expecting their second child in the summer.
We are sorry to hear that Heather Patterson (Lowell) hasn’t been feeling well lately and has been to Quebec to undergo tests. She is now back in Gaspe and has started treatment. Good luck Heather and we hope you will be feeling better soon.
Two very enjoyable card parties have been held recently. The first was held at Adair Gay’s in Sandy Beach and the second one was held at Debbie and Andy Patterson’s in Sunny Bank. These are two of several that will be held to raise money to be donated to the Greta Patterson Memorial Fund which will help cover the chaplaincy expenses.
Melba Patterson was happy to have her son, Bobby, daughter, Cathy, husband, Danny and son, Jordan with her for the holidays. Danny, Cathy and Jordan shared their visit with Danny’s parents, Berton and Doda Miller. Bobby also visited with his girlfriend, Leeann Drody in Douglastown.
Marjorie and Jean Pierre Fournier enjoyed three weeks visiting with their children and grandchildren in Ottawa during the Christmas holidays. Marjorie’s twin sister, Gladys and Norman Mullin also enjoyed their three weeks visiting with their children and grandchildren in Lansdowne, Ontario and St. Lazare, Quebec during the holidays.
Carter and Ada Coffin had a wonderful holiday at home with their daughter, Barbara and Jaki and their three children, Rachelle, Sean and Olivia. They enjoyed the great fresh air by skating at York Rink, and sliding on the hills and they also went swimming while in Gaspe.
Congratulations to Lorna Baird on her retirement as Deacon of The Greater Parish of Gaspe. Her last service was held on Sunday, January 6th in St. James Church Wakeham with over one hundred people in attendance. After the service a delicious lunch was served at the Seniors Room at the Wakeham Adult Ed Centre. Lorna was presented with a gold cross and earrings, beautiful scarf and a voucher for dinner for two at the Auberge des Commandants. We wish her a happy and healthy retirement.
Belated Happy Birthday to Mrs. Jessie Clark of Wakeham who celebrated her 93rd birthday on December 26th.. Also celebrating her birthday on this day is her daughter-in-law Krista Assels. Hope you both had a great day with your family.
Congratulations to Danny and Lisa Reeder of St. Constant, Quebec whose baby girl, Cassidy Dawn, was born on December 17th. A first granddaughter for Sharon Reeder of Sunny Bank.
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| Sunday January 20 14:51:03 2008 |
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8 new truck drivers in Gaspe. They finished their training this month in Gaspe completing the course offered by Centre de formation en transports de Charlesbourg. This institution has been offering training courses in Quebec since 1976 in collaberation with the Centre local d'emploi de la Cote-de-Gaspe. They started their programme in Sept. 2007 finishing Jan 11th 2008. Note that the graduates are all Anglophones.
from Le Pharillon
by Don Delisle
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| Friday January 18 9:54:25 2008 |
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| Toronto News January 16/2008; We Gaspesians and Former Gaspesians would like to Wish Jackie Patterson a Speedy Recovery from her Recent Surgery. Evert Mccallum and Yours Truly Ventured out to, Waterdown Legion last Thursday Past for a most enjoyable Jam Session of Music, with 6 Fiddlers on Stage, starting with an 11 year old onwards and also a Lady Fiddler as well, 1 Banjo Picker, 1 On Piano a 3 Guitar Players doing there thing as well, for 3 Hours of Solid Entertainment. We strongly recommand this Venue for anyone out there Wanting to Hear this Music of which is Free and or, those who want Join the Jam Session as its scheduled for Thursdays and a Bluegrass as well, Fiddlers also Play Friday's occasionally as well. 11 Players in Group. |
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| Sunday January 13 14:07:40 2008 |
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Ice fishing on Gaspe Bay and Saint-Majorique started a month early this season
however the warm weather the past week has made the access to the cabins risky. Carl Sinnett fire chief has stated it is now dangerous to traverse on the ice to access the cabins and very risky. Mr.Sinnett states we are very lucky no major incidents have taken place over the past years.
from LePharillon
Don Delisle
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| Sunday January 6 12:44:42 2008 |
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Le Pharillon features 2007 a look back at some major Gaspe news stories. July Gaspe Town hosts 700 Harley Davidson owners who visited the Gaspe area for 3 days with a huge economic spinoff. August who could forget the unprecented floods that hit Cortreal and Riviere Au Renard from which they are still recovering. September Government aid for the flood victims began to flow in. October was an important date for the Mimac Nation as an agreement in principal was signed with Parc Florillon authorities to redevelop the interpretation center at Peninsula.
Don Delisle
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| Sunday December 30 13:29:27 2007 |
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A Christmas Village to Discover. For 13 years a Douglastown resident has been creating a special Christmas minature village in her home.
A labour of love for Viviane Rooney the collection includes minature houses,figurines,xmas decorations,commercial buildings,outdoor secenes including a skateing rink. Open for viewing during the day and evening it takes on a special ambiance at night when the lights are luminated.
by Don Delisle
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| Sunday December 23 13:00:24 2007 |
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The installations owned by Group GDS in the Sandy Beach industrial park is to be taken over by the Municipality of Gaspe. A loan of $5,000,000 has been requested by the Municipality in order they may acquire the nearly new insatallions of Group GDS. The city plan is to istall the the municipal garage and maybe the fire station in the existing building at Sandy Beach. This option will repace the previous plan to move the garage to the Augustine industrial park. Discussions are presently under way with the Minister of Transport and 2 industries in the wind power domain to locate in the Sandy Beach installation
by Donald Delisle
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| Friday December 21 3:32:25 2007 |
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Update on the Wilbert Coffin case. .
I am pleased to inform everyone that the Wilbert Coffin case is still very much moving forward. Immediately after Christmas, I shall be publishing some information that is very pertinent to the case. This information will focus on Police Officer Lewis Sinnett, and lawyer Francois de Billy Gravel who did his best for Wilbert until the very end. The information from both these gentlemen ties together very nicely in defense of Wilbert Coffin, and most definitely, this information should be studied by the CCRG (Criminal Conviction Review Group) in Ottawa who are now studying the case.
I am certain that most who read this site are familiar with the fact that I undertook the task to investigate and write this case from beginning to end. It has been an enormous task of monumental proportions. It has been rewarding though, simply because I went into it with an open mind, and was prepared to go down whichever path would lead to the conclusion of this case. I might add that I was not very far into the investigation, when it appeared that Wilbert Coffin was railroaded. It became much more evident as my investigation progressed. I shall never totally leave it alone, until each and every stone is turned over.
I do want to tell you there are some very cruel people out there who do their best to discourage me. Some days my e-mail inbox is a mess. This week has been no different. This weeks assortment contains slanderous comments to the nth degree. To the people who do this, I want you to know that you rank right up there at the top providing inspiration for me to trudge onward with this. Thankfully these people make up a very small percentage of folks encountered since this work commenced. Overall the support has been overwhelming from one end of Canada to the other.
You may also have noticed very recently that I have had to deal with someone feasting on my web site to foster their own agenda. I have been forced to challenge this person on several issues. This person touts himself as the voice of French Canada on the Wilbert Coffin affair, and he lists me as the voice of English Canada on the affair. Never have I referred to this case as language based, and I have lots of support across the country from both French and English folks. On numerous occasions comments from my site were showing up on this persons web page. They were not sent there by the contributor as he claimed. They were copied and pasted. As Winston Churchill once said, "We shall never surrender."
One other thing in case you haven't noticed. I now have a parallel link site that you can click. We have stacked a lot of information there. You can read sample letters to members of parliament and to the prime minister, the Right Honourable Stephen Harper. I also encourage you to read the latest information on AIDWYC (Association In Defense Of The Wrongly Convicted.) That information can be accessed from my web site as well.
I do apologize for being a bit tardy on occasion with my postings. Stick handling around chemotherapy treatments, telephone interviews, reading police reports etc. is a slow process.
I want to personally wish each and everyone who reads the GoGaspe site a very Merry Cgristmas. A very special thank you is extended to Andy and Ron Patterson who very kindly always find me space on the GoGaspe page when I am on the trail of something.
My Christmas posting will be on my site tomorrow. Feel free everyone to wish your relatives and friends Christmas greetings on the web page.
Thank you so much and God Bless
Lew Stoddard |
by Lew Stoddard |
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| Sunday December 16 14:33:57 2007 |
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The cross country ski event Le Tour de la Gaspesie 2008 6th edition kicks off Feb 16th from Rimouski. The route this year begins at Rimouski and follows the North Coast of the Pennusila towards Gaspe-Florillon following a route thru the Chic-Chocs-Mt.Saint Pierre and Petite Vallee. The 150 available places were sold out less than 48 hours after inscriptions opened. The event terminates at Gaspe with skiers traversing Gaspe Bay 7 days after departure from Rimouski.
by Don Delisle
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| Friday December 14 12:22:58 2007 |
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Gaspe News
Winter is here in the Gaspe with quite a bit of snow for this time of year and we are certainly feeling the cold nights. The ice fishermen are very happy with this weather and so are the ski-doers- they will have a long season of the beautiful outdoors.
The community was saddened with the passing away of Whorwell Patterson on November 18th with funeral services on November 21st in St. James Church, Wakeham. Family and friends were received at the home of David and Margaret Patterson. David also recently lost his sister, Pauline. She passed away in Kingston,Ontario.
Deepest sympathy to the family of George Clark who passed away in St.Thomas, Ontario on November 22nd. Our condolences go out to the family of Sam Mullin of London who passed away on November 23rd.
Belated Happy Birthday to Linda Mullin Patterson who celebrated on November 19th. Linda and Archie are spending the winter months with Tammy, Todd, Tanner and Ty in Regina, Sask.
David Boyle of Port Colborne celebrated his 50th birthday on November 20th. He and Lisa, along with friends had a wonderful holiday in New Orleans to celebrate both of their milestones – Lisa’s 50th was in July.
A double happy birthday to Patrick and Paul Clark on November 23rd.
Happy Birthday going out to Craig Carter in B.C. who celebrated his birthday on November 24th. Hope it was a wonderful one.
Dawn Miller of Sunny Bank celebrated her birthday on November 27th Hope you had a great day, Dawn.
Paula and Ricky Shannon have returned from Burlington after spending a few weeks with their new grandson, Jack, son of Lisa and John Reilly and Mike, Dawn, Meghan and Hailey.
On December 1st Pearl Patterson of Wakeham celebrated her 75th birthday with family and friends at the Bourlingeur. Happy Birthday to a very young 75 year old.
Birthday wishes going out to Pauline Patterson of London, Ontario, who celebrated her birthday on December 2nd. Hope you had a wonderful day.
Gilda Olsson of Port Colborne spent some time in Gaspe visiting with her brother, Watson and sister-in-law Shirley. A few of us girls had breakfast with Gilda at the Auberge de Commandants. It was so nice to see you, Gilda.
A very Happy 98th Birthday to Mrs. Hildred Patterson on December 11th. Her family had a party for her on December 9th at the Sanitorium Ross. Hope you had a wonderful day with your family.
Friends of St. Paul’s had their annual Christmas bazaar on December 1st. They raised over $2000. Way to go, girls!
York Rink opened early and the ice is in very good condition for this time of year. Students will have a great time skating over the holidays.
Christmas is just around the corner and I would like to wish all of you a very merry one with your loved ones and best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. |
by Ivy Miller |
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| Sunday December 9 17:27:37 2007 |
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Just a few days after the beginning of negotiations to sign the first collective agreement the CSN syndicate of LM Glassfiber voted in favor of signing the offer in principal made last week by the Directors of the company. This will take place on December 13th. The first collective agreement will include a salary increase of 12% over the next three years and a pension fund beginning in 2010. The collective agreement that will be signed this week will become effective Jan 1st 2008 and terminate 3 years later.
Don Delisle
from Le Pharillon |
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| Saturday December 8 12:49:55 2007 |
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Senator Jacques Hébert, author of books proclaiming Wilbert Coffin's innocence, died recently at the age of 84. For more on this story, read this CBC story.
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/montreal/story/2007/12/07/qc-hebert.html
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by James Théberge |
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| Monday December 3 21:49:21 2007 |
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The long anticipated proposal for a new concert auditorium in Gaspe may be finally realized reports the president of C.D.Spectacle Michel Desjardins. A study started a few months ago shud be completed by end of December 2007. Discussions with various cultural groups of Gaspe were held in the past months to obtain input regarding the needs of same. Once the study completed a call for tenders will be announced for the englarging and renovation of the existing C.E.Pouliot auditorium.
from Le Pharillon
Don Delisle |
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| Sunday November 25 19:59:24 2007 |
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Parcs Canada and the enterprise "Les petits maisons du parc" have joined to-gether to offer winter camping at Florillon Parc. They will install 5 yurts for rental located at Little Gaspe,Cap-Gaspe,Cap-Bon-Ami,Penouille,and L'Anse-Au-Griffon. Yurts are normally circular tents of 30ft in diamater,insulated and equipped with a wood stove.
Don Delisle
From LePharillon. |
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| Monday November 19 22:17:54 2007 |
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Research on the Wilbert Coffin case has now reached conclusion. I want to take this opportunity to express my thanks to all who have responded through the GoGaspe site.
In particular, I want to express my gratitude to Andy Patterson for always allowing me to solicit information through this site. Without doubt Andy, that displays real community spirit on your part. Thank you for your e-mail of a few days ago and your words of support.
I am confident that our research and investigation shines a different light on this affair. We believe that if the government is willing to pursue our suggestions, the Wilbert Coffin case will finally solve. Unfortunately, it can never bring Wilbert Coffin back, but it can offer a sense of dignity to the Coffin family.
I invite all who are interested to read the final posting to the affair. As you know, all you have to do is click on the "Stoddard Online" tab under this message board. If you want to read some of the earlier episodes, simply click on the archives to the left of the page when it opens up.
Once again, Thank you so much to all, and God Bless You.
Lew Stoddard
Host of "Stoddard Online" |
by Lew Stoddard |
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| Sunday November 18 15:14:56 2007 |
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Last week in the Cap-Aux-Os sector a landslide near the shore line displaced a building and vechicles. The occupants had to evacuate their house on a permanent basis. The crevice was 50 meters long 20 meters wide and 15 meters in height. The house was not damaged however must be relocated.
From LePharillon
Don Delisle |
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| Monday November 12 9:42:46 2007 |
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Gaspe region moose hunting season once again very produtive with the number of animals shot 3191 (878 female, 1929 males, 384 calves) representing a significant increase over last year when 2874 animals were taken. The hunting sucess rate for the Gaspe territory is 21.5% compared to 12% for Quebec in total.
from le pharillon
Don Delisle
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| Friday November 2 21:38:25 2007 |
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Gaspe News
Belated Birthday wishes going out to Ricky Sinnett of Sunny Bank who recently celebrated his 60th birthday. He had a surprise visit from his daughter Karen of Montreal.
Deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Albert Briand of Douglastown who passed away at the end of September. Her daughter Dora Annett and niece Blenda Patterson of Edmonton came home for her funeral. While home they visited family and friends and Blenda attended a card party at Nancy Eagles in Sunny Bank.
Our condolences to the families of Francoise Kruse and Jan LeGros of Gaspe and Virginia Kruse of Woodstock who recently passed away. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Congratulations to John and Lisa Reilly of Burlington on the birth of a son, Jack Shannon who was born on October 27th in the Oakville hospital. Mom, Dad and baby are all doing well and also Grandpa and Grandma Shannon are recovering after a very anxious drive from Gaspe –their little grandson, Jack, came into the world a week early!
Best wishes going out to Petra Turkewitsch who recently underwent a double lung transplant in Montreal. You are in our prayers, Petra, and we hope you are feeling much better and get out of the hospital soon.
Craig Carter from B.C. was home visiting his mother, Mabel Carter and friend, Ralph. Craig owns a business called “Repairs Unlimited” where he does carpentry, plumbing, painting and general repairs. While at home he enjoyed a Thanksgiving dinner, and early Birthday and an early Christmas dinner. Craig also went to New Brunswick to visit his father, Bernard Carter. He had a great holiday enjoying the beautiful fall colors. Nice to see you, Craig.
The Greater Parish Harvest Supper held in St. Paul’s Church Gaspe on October 8th was a tremendous success once again. Over $2000 was raised for the Greater Parish of Gaspe.
Sandy Beach Guild members held their annual Christmas Sale on Saturday, October 27th. Ruby Miller from Sandy Beach and Jessie Clark from Wakeham were the lucky winners of the Christmas boxes. Watch for the upcoming sales which will be held each Saturday from now until the first week of December.
Get well wishes going out to Gerry Phillips of Sunny Bank who has recently been hospitalized in Ottawa while visiting his family. He will be undergoing gall bladder surgery in the near future. Hope you are soon feeling better.
Happy 80th Birthday to Elma Baird of Douglastown who celebrated her birthday on Hallowe’en Day – October 31st!.
Happy Birthday wishes going out to Janice Syvret, Pearl Palmer, Elizabeth Baird and Glenn Miller of Gaspe and Roy Coffin of Nackawic, who celebrate their birthdays on November 2nd. Lisa Shannon Reilly of Burlington has a birthday on November 3rd and Chris Miller of Toronto on November 4th. Birthday wishes also to Margaret Patterson On November 5th , Lorna Baird on November 7th and Dean Patterson on November 12th. Hope all of you have a good year.
Phyllis and Victor Miller of Lombardy,Ontario were recently home visiting family and friends in Gaspe. They also traveled to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to visit there as well.
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| Thursday November 1 22:02:31 2007 |
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Melba Patterson was in Ontario, recently, visiting relatives and she spent a few days with Francis & Elaine Miller in Burlington. While there, Elaine had some friends in for tea. Helen, Jackie & Annie Patterson, Ruth Armstrong and Audrey (Miller) enjoyed a nice tea and a good gab fest to catch up on news of family & friends.
Lindsay McLaughlin (Garth & Glenda's granddaughter) flew in from Seattle for a few days to make plans ,with her parents, Cathy & Steve, for her upcoming wedding which will take place next September.
Cogratulations to Valerie Thompson who just became a first time grandmother when her daughter Laurie gave birth to a baby boy. Valerie and her brother Bobby are visiting the new arrival in Ottawa.
A Memorial was held, in the Legion Hall, Burlington, for Beverly Veale of Peachland B.C.on Oct 18. Bev and his family had lived in Murdochville for several years before moving to B.C. His friends from his time in the Gaspe came together to say farewell to a dear friend. Bev's wife Jean and his children David & Jackie welcomed their friends. The service which was held in Peachland at the time of Bev's death had been taped and played at the Memorial in Burlington. It was a beautiful tribute to a good man. A lovely lunch was served by the Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion.
Lorna Clark and Bobby Palmer spent some time in Burlington, visiting their father, Willie Palmer and sister Valerie Thompson.
Francis & Elaine Miller entertained, at dinner, all their friends who formerly lived in Murdochville . Jean Veale, Peachland, B.C.; Jackie Lebans, Vancouver, B.C.; David Veale, Whistler, B.C.: Ron & Fran Ford, Georgetown, Ont; Scottie & Mickey Gerrie, & Yvonne Pinter (LaPointe), Mississauga, Ont; Herb & Francis Nelson, Neapean, Ont. A delicious dinner and many laughs and stories were enjoyed by all.
Stan & Elsie Bobbette of Barrie, Ont motored to Manitoulin Island to spend a week with son Rick. Elsie was very pleased to be able to bring some "home grown pork with them as Rick raises pigs on his farm.
Gary & Lois Laminger motored to Orillia recently to attend a concert by Billy Ray Cyrus. Scott & Susie Palmer of Kapuskasing met them there for dinner and some gambling before the show started.
Brent Palmer of Sooke, B.C. was in Toronto recently for conferences and also to visit his family in Ontario. Several family members from Burlington, Kitchener, London and Kapuskasing travelled to Ajax to be with Brent at the home of Brent's sister and brother-in-law Danah & Richard MacLeod and his mother Sybil Palmer.
Gary & Lois Laminger of Kitchener spent 5 days in Las Vegas, a gift from families for Lois' 50th birthday. They enjoyed the experience very much and were joined by Gary's sister and brother-n-law from Winnipeg. They attended shows by Wayne Brady and Celine Dion.
Scott & Susie Palmer motored to Southern Ontario, where they spent some time with Scott's mother & family in Ajax. They, along with their son Ryan, also went on to Burlington to have lunch with Tom & Ruth Armstrong. Ryan showed off his new guitar and sang a song as requested by his grandmother. Thanks Ryan it was great !
Charles & Jackie Patterson of Burlington have recently purchased a trailer at "Camping Gaspe" in Haldimand. They are looking forward to when they can go and enjoy their new place. Jackie is especially pleased as it so near the water and Haldimand Beach as she loves to swim and walk on the beach. May they enjoy many happy holidays at this beautiful spot. |
by Ruth Armstrong |
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| Wednesday October 31 15:24:57 2007 |
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| The York Youth Centre held a Halloween party on Friday Oct. 26. 25 children and several adults dressed for the occasion. When all the ghost and goblins has arrived, supper was served followed by a variety of games. Treat bags were handed out and everyone left after a fun evening. We would like to thank the York A.C.W. for their donation. |
by Trudy Patterson |
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| Sunday October 28 1:09:24 2007 |
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| Dora Miller of Cambridge (Formorly Farewell Cove,Gaspe)is celebrating her 89th.birthday on Sunday,with a small tea at her residence for family and a few friends . Her daughter Lillian Despres is visiting from Gaspe.We wish her all the best. |
by Dagmar Gregg(Miller) |
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| Thursday October 11 19:41:15 2007 |
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| Lorne Miller of Owen Sound Ont formerly of Farewell Cove Gaspe passed away suddenly on Oct. 9th. due to a massive heart attack. He will be saddly missed by his wife Glenda, children and grandchildren,his mother Dora and brothers and sisters and many friends. Daphne Miller |
by daphne miller |
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| Tuesday October 9 23:52:08 2007 |
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| Toronto News October 9/07 On Behalf of Meet and Greet Toronto and all Volunteers as well,we Extend Our Deepest Sympathy to Coffin/&Mullin Families. Eileen Alice Coffin/ nee Mullin while, in Ambulance on way to Hospital in Cambridge, her untimely Passing on October 1st/07. Her generosity and caring for each and every one us all, She will be sadly missed, for her excellent endeavours in Gaspe Picnics and Crafts as well, everything that that she got involved in throughout the years. by Earle Coffin/Jackie Patterson |
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| Tuesday October 9 15:43:55 2007 |
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Gaspe News
Fall is indeed here in all its glory. We have had wonderful sunny days with cooler nights. We had only one night of heavy frost which finished what was left in our gardens. We hope this beautiful autumn weather continues for all the hunters when they head to the woods on the weekend.
Claude Kelly of Wakeham recently retired after twenty years with the milk company “Naturel”. Claude was always willing to serve his customers at any time of the day. He was very generous with his donations to various organizations, which we thank him for, and he will certainly be missed serving the community. We congratulate him and wish him a well deserved retirement.
Happy 1st Anniversary to John and Lisa Reilly of Burlington who celebrated on September 12th.
Hazel Boyle of York is at home again after being hospitalized with a heart problem. We hope she is feeling much better and happy to be back in her home.
Linda and Wayne Miller are back in Wakeham after spending a few months in Florida., Toronto and Montreal. While in Toronto their daughter, Lana and Gary were proud parents of a baby girl, Claire – a sister for big brother Quinn. Linda and Wayne are now the proud grandparents of six grandchildren. Linda’s sister, Emily and husband Jacinto from Florida have been visiting with Linda and Wayne for a month.
Judy and Norman McCallum from Haldimand have moved to Calgary to spend their “senior years” with their children.
Deepest sympathy to the family of Eileen Tuzo LeGresley of Gaspe, who recently passed away at the age of 99. She would have been 100 years old this month.
Our condolences go out to the family of Wayne Adams of Gaspe who passed away on September 19th in Montreal. A very moving service was held at the Cathederal in Gaspe on September 24th. He will certainly be missed by all.
On September 30th a “Blessing of Pets” service was held at Fort Haldimand. Reverend Ellen Rutherford conducted the service and blessed two cats and several dogs ranging from a very tiny “bison frise” to a “Newfoundlander”. Muffins and coffee were served after the service.
Happy Birthday to Tina (Oct 3) and Shelley and Susan (Oct 5) who live in the Halifax area. They are the daughters of Bryce Coffin and Shirley Davis. Hope you had a very happy birthday, girls.
A very special birthday wish to our granddaughter, Maria Miller, daughter of Scott and Maggie who will be celebrating her 7th birthday in Stettler, Alberta on October 17th. Have a wonderful day, sweetheart.
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| Monday October 1 19:42:00 2007 |
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On Friday, September 21st Gaspé Polyvalent hosted the annual Track and Field meet for students in the Eastern Shores School Board. Over three hundred students travelled to the Gaspé track from Escuminac, Maria, New Richmond, Bonaventure, New Carlisle, Shigawake Port-Daniel, Chandler , Belle Anse, Gaspé Polyvalent, Gaspé Elementary, Port Cartier, Baie-Comeau, and Sept- Îsle for a competitive and fun-filled day. Students were grouped by age into four categories; Pee-Wee, Benjamin/Bantam, Cadet/Midget and Juvenile.
Students used the beautiful weather to their advantage setting five new ESSB Track and Field records: Jodie Keays (Escuminac) for Pee Wee Girls High Jump, Rachel Hocquard (BPS) Cadet Girls 100 metres, Rebecca McWhirter (BPS) Cadet Girls 1500 metres, Sammy-Jo Meredith (BPS) Cadet Girls Shot Put, and Shaina Hayes (BPS) Juvenile Girls 1500 metres. The Bonaventure Polyvalent Cadet Girls Relay Team also set a new record in the 4x100 event.
Other notable achievements were made by Tasha Blais from New Carlisle High School and Jöhannes Muller from Gaspe Polyvalent who each won three events in their respective categories.
The final tally of results showed Gaspé Elementary winners of the Pee Wee category, New Carlisle won Benjamin/ Bantam, and Bonaventure Polyvalent won for Cadet/ Midget and the Juvenile categories.
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by Averill Huxter, East |
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| Wednesday September 26 1:38:43 2007 |
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I would like to express a sincere thank you to my cousin Carole Chicoine,who with the help of friends and family and a big community turn-out,had a bingo and potluck supper in my honour last weekend.Words cannot express my heartfelt gratitude to all those who attended the fundraisers,and for the many card donations.Please accept this as my personal thank you to everybody,and also thank you for the use of the Barachois Legion for both events,it was very much appreciated!
Thanks everyone!
Brenda Chicoine |
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| Thursday September 20 15:42:06 2007 |
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| Construction of the Playground at the York Youth Center is now well under way. All citizens of Gaspé are encouraged to make use of the new facilities after the project is completed. Watch for further news. | | | |
