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Summer 2010 Tourism Supplement

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The Shoreline Journal is a monthly community newspaper based in Bass River, Nova Scotia, and serving the Fundy Shore/Glooscap Trail from Truro to Parrsboro.  See submission deadlines...

Established in 1994, the paper was originally published as the West Colchester Free Press by Ken Kennedy Publications, and later renamed to The Shoreline Journal.  In 2008 The Journal changed hands and is now under new management, the husband and wife team of Maurice & Dorothy Rees.  Maurice has extensive experience in the community newspaper & advertising field, and has been running several businesses in Maitland for the past few years.  Dorothy is a lady of many interests who has already added new features to the Journal; she and Maurice eventually plan to move to the Bass River area to devote their considerable energies full time to the paper.

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Features

The Shoreline Journal understands that rural communities want to know about news and events in their communities, so that's our focus, the things that directly affect our subscribers, sponsors and customers.  Watch for regular items:

Rees' Pieces (Publishers)               Letters to the Editor            Community Calendar

Heritage Notes                            Sports Events                       Classified Ads

Senior Affairs                               Nature Notes                       Credit Union News

MLA Activity Report                      Community Centres              Fire Brigade

Favourite Pet Photo                      Parish News                        4-H Clubs

Dorothy's Kitchen Korner               Poems & Photos                  Obituaries

Front Page Briefs                          Tide Times (May to Oct)

plus notes from many communities and organizations:

Bass River, CCJS Student Council, Chiganois, Debert Elementary, Debert Legion, Great Village, Londonderry Council, MacCarell Villa, Masstown, Onslow Belmont, skating clubs & other groups


Rees' Pieces

August 2010

Summer BBQ Circuit
Traditionally, politicians spend most of their summer going to, participating in, or hosting BBQ’s to see most of the voters who elected them.

The BBQ circuit is important for politicians to gauge the electorate’s feelings to determine what it will take to make their re-election easier. However, this summer is different.

At the federal level Jack Layton is keeping a low profile sticking close to home to rest from or get treatment for prostate cancer. Iggy, commandeered an election style bus, is making a cross Canada trip to establish a closer linkage with voters to demonstrate he can relate to voters and is here to stay.

for the full June Editorial click here...

Scott Armstrong, Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley, welcome’s Queen Elizabeth II upon her arrival in Nova Scotia. MP Armstrong and Tammy Stewart are seen here with the Queen and Prime Minister Steven Harper. (Submitted photo)

 


Community Headlines - August 2010

Colchester East Hants Health Centre

A public vote which generated over 2000 responses has determined the new name for the Colchester Regional Hospital Replacement Facility will be the Colchester East Hants Health Centre. The selected name was preferred by nearly 54% (1083 of 2008 votes) of those responding.

In March, a Community Advisory Committee established to foster input and dialogue on a variety of issues relating to the new facility launched the naming process which involved a public call for names that resulted in more than 50 submissions.

“We wanted to embrace a process that built on the excitement and enthusiasm behind this vital project and what it will mean for those we serve,” said John K. MacDonald, Board Chair of the Colchester East Hants Health Authority (CEHHA). “The new health centre has been made possible through the support of our communities so it was only fitting that our communities had the opportunity to identify names and vote for their favorite.”

The names, reflecting things such as geography; historical figures/events; cultural themes and emotions were reviewed and scored by a sub-group of the Community Advisory Committee this May. This identified a short list which was opened up to a month long vote in mid June. Voters had the opportunity to vote on line, by phone or in person at ballot boxes located and facilities and events throughout the district. Other names considered by voters included: Central Nova Health Centre; Basinview Health Centre and Fundyview Health Centre.

The winning entry -- Colchester East Hants Health Centre -- was submitted by Harmony Ridge Resident Donna Jamieson, who believed the name should encompass the geographical area the facility will serve and its role.

“I felt the name should reflect a modern new health facility; a place where people can go to get the best possible health care,” she said. “I believe having Health Centre in the name will give a whole new meaning and purpose to the accomplishments and expectations that residents will have of the new facility into the future and I am very excited to have my name chosen!”

Through the voting process the health authority received a handful of comments and queries about why the term hospital was not part of the names shortlisted. Many health organizations have adopted terms like health centre into their names to better reflect the broad range of services they offer and their role in building healthier communities.

“Caring for and treating those who are ill or injured is one of our core roles; we also have a responsibility to promote health in our populations and better manage diseases,” says CEHHA CEO Peter MacKinnon. “Many of the programs and services that will be housed in the new health centre are aimed at keeping our population well so that they don’t need to be admitted or require major interventions like surgery.”

The Community Advisory Committee involved in the naming includes representatives from various communities throughout the district including municipal, town and county councilors; CEHHA Board and staff members; Community Health Board members, representatives from the Colchester Regional Hospital Foundation and Auxiliary and our communities at large. Among the next priorities for the group will be planning for a time capsule and opening ceremonies.

"I would like to thank the members of our Community Advisory Committee for ensuring we had a fair and consultative process for naming our new facility and to all those who took the time to submit names and vote," said Mr. MacKinnon.

The majority of exterior work at the new Colchester East Hants Health Centre is complete, with attention now focused on the extensive interior work needed to complete the facility. Nearly 90 per cent of tenders for labour, supplies and equipment have been awarded to date and the health centre is now on track to open in the summer of 2012. For more information on the project visit www.cehha.nshealth.ca

Shortlisted Name Total Votes Percentage
Central Nova Health Centre - 560 27.8%
Colchester East Hants Health Centre - 1083 53.9%
Fundyview Health Centre-  282 14%
Basinview Health Centre - 83 4.1%
Total Votes 2008

 

The HeartLand Tour of cyclists road through our area as they completed an 87km loop back to Truro. The HeartLand Tour is a public awareness initiative aimed at educating Nova Scotians about Cardiovascular Disease and how easy it is to prevent. Cyclists are being led by the RCMP cruiser through Glenholme, having passed through North River, Belmont and Debert and on their way via Masstown and Onslow to the celebrations in Victoria Park.(Harrington Photo)


Hot Weather Healthy Tips


By Chris Urquhart


We need to be careful in hot weather. The Canadian Red Cross have the following key tips and reminders for us:

Some of the key tips and reminders from the Canadian Red Cross include:

●  Stay indoors, or in the shade, during the hottest part of the day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
●  Postpone strenuous outdoor activity, or schedule it earlier in the morning or the evening.
●  Take frequent breaks if working, playing or exercising in the heat, and use the buddy system.
●  Dress in light, loose-fitting clothing and wear a wide-brimmed hat.
●  Drink plenty of cool fluids, but avoid caffeine and alcohol.
●  Check often on those vulnerable to heat, including the elderly, small children, the overweight, those with chronic medical conditions or limited mobility.
●  If you don't have air conditioning, spend the hottest times of the day some place that does - like a shopping centre.
●  Never leave children or pets alone in vehicles, and ensure pets' needs for water and shade are met.
●  Prevent sunburn by limiting exposure and frequently applying SPF-15 or higher sunscreen.
●  Have an emergency kit stocked and handy in case of power outages.
●  Know whether any of your medications can impair the ability to regulate heat or perspiration.
●  Remember that heat waves increase smog in urban areas, which is an added risk for people with respiratory illnesses.
●  Be vigilant for, and know what to do, in case of two life-threatening conditions: heat cramps or heat stroke:

HEAT CRAMPS are muscle pains or spasms, usually in the legs or abdomen caused by high heat and humidity and a resulting loss of fluids and electrolytes. Signs of heat exhaustion include cool, moist, pale or flushed skin, heavy sweating, headache, nausea or dizziness, overall weakness, and exhaustion. Move the person to a cooler place, remove or loosen tight clothing and apply cool, wet cloths to the skin. If the person is conscious, have them slowly drink small amounts of cool water . If the person water, vomits or begins to lose consciousness, call 9-1-1.


HEAT EXHAUSTION can develop after several days of extremely hot weather and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids and primarily affecting the elderly and those with high blood pressure. Symptoms can include profuse sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting or fainting. The skin may be cool and moist. Pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. Untreated, it may progress to heat stroke.


HEAT STROKE (sunstroke) is life-threatening and occurs when the body is no longer able to cool itself. Signs can include hot, red skin that can be moist or dry; fainting, vomiting, and high body temperature. Call 9-1-1, move the person to a cooler place, remove or loosen tight clothing and apply cool, wet cloths to the skin. If available, apply ice or cold packs wrapped in cloth to key points like the neck, armpits, groin, wrists and ankles.

For additional tips on heat preparedness and other summer safety, check www.redcross.ca

 

 

This house in Onslow was well decorated for Canada Day. (Harrington Photo)

 


 


Page 1 Briefs August 2010


Veterans Memorial Park will be the location for a full service on August 8 for National Peacekeepers Day. 1st NS highlanders have been instrumental in organizing the planting of 7 red maple trees in memory of 7 northern NS soldiers killed in Afghanistan since 2002. All 7 families are in agreement with the initiative and will be present as part of the ceremony. Muster is slated to begin at 10AM at the Bass River Fire Hall; march to the gardens at 10:30 with the service starting at 11AM followed by a luncheon at the community hall.

The Parrsboro Band Association is conducting a raffle, to be drawn August 20th, to raise money to buy new blinds for the hall. Arlene Collins has donated a print “Maple Nell”. Tickets can be purchased for $2 or 3/5.00 at the following locations: Parrsboro Home Hardware, Tyson’s Fine Minerals, Parrsboro and at Arlene Collins' studio in Diligent River.

Anne Murray will be at the Anne Murray Centre for an autograph session of her new autobiography All of Me on Saturday July 31, 2010. Copies of the book will be available for purchase in the Anne Murray Centre’s Gift Shop. This summer marks the opening of a new and exciting exhibit at the Anne Murray Centre. The exhibit features the outfit worn by Murray as one of eight distinguished Canadian Olympic Flag Bearers in the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Games Opening Ceremonies. Included in the exhibit is a collection of memorabilia from the Olympics. Murray has enjoyed an unparalleled career selling 54 million records and putting more than 30 pop, 50 country and 40 adult contemporary songs on the Billboard charts. She has also earned four Grammy Awards, 24 Juno Awards, three American Music Awards, and three CMA Awards.


Marshall Button, beloved New Brunswick writer and actor, will perform his down-to-earth and highly entertaining one-man show 'Lucien' at Ship’s Company Theatre, Parrsboro, July 28th through 30th.


Florence Adam’s poem and Great Village & Area Notes are not available this month.


Correspondents, freelance writers and community group representatives are required for the Advocate Harbour, Port Greville, Parrsboro and Moose River areas. Duties involve submitting monthly articles and photographs for publication in the Shoreline Journal. Contact Maurice Rees at 902-647-2968 or email: maurice@theshorelinejournal.com

 
Blueberry Festival activities will be held in several communities throughout Northeastern Nova Scotia during August and early September. Community groups participate in activities promoting the area’s largest industry, which has developed markets around the world. To see a complete schedule of community events please check Page 7.


Karen Casey, MLA Colchester North is calling on Natural Resources Minister John MacDonell to solicit input from wood-lot owners before any more major decisions are made about the future of natural resources in Nova Scotia. MacDonell has received a recent report, A Natural Balance: Working Toward Nova Scotia's Natural Resources Strategy. Many wood-lot owners have commented on the report’s recommendations and Casey is urging the minister to conduct further input sessions. She wants a meeting with MacDonell to discuss what she is hearing in the community.

 


Tide Times -August 2010

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Submission Deadlines 2010 - The Year at a Glance...

Issue Deadline Published
January December 14 December 22
February January 19 January 27
March February 16 February 24
April March 23 March 31
May April 20 April 28
June May 18 May 26
July June 22 June 30
August July 20 July 28
September August 24 September 1
October September 21 September 29
November October 19 October 27
December November 16 November 24
January 2010 December 14 December 22

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Maurice & Dorothy Rees, Publishers
The Shoreline Journal
Box 41, Bass River, NS B0M 1B0
PH: 902-647-2968; Cell: 902-890-9850
E-mail: maurice@theshorelinejournal.com