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Vol. 37 No. 12 November 20, 2014 Email: elkislandtriangle@gmail.com Ph: 780-868-9221 or 780-446-3088
Local Business Woman Wins Prestigious Award
- by Carol Marko
Bruderheim owner of Thiel’s Greenhouses was recog-
nized by her peers at an awards ceremony at the Edmon-
ton Expo Centre on November 13th when she received an
award from the Alberta Greenhouse Growers Association
for ‘2014 Grower of the Year’.
Although a relative newcomer to the industry, Nadine
Stielow has proven to be ‘no shrinking violet’ when it
comes to horticulture and growing things. Leaving
behind a 20 year career as a (Continued on Page 2)
PHOTO SUBMITTED Pictured L-R are Alberta Greenhouse Growers Association (AGGA) presenter, Dietrich Kuhlmann, Bob Stielow and award winner, Nadine Stielow
respiratory therapist, she decided to throw caution to the wind and take a chance
upon learning the greenhouse was for sale in 2010. “My enthusiasm in this in-
dustry is what drives me forward in showing people how to grow things and I
believe it is what I’m meant to do,” she stated.
When asked about her initial reaction upon learning she was this year’s recipi-
ent about 3 weeks ago, she said, “I was stunned. I mean, it’s something that I
thought it was a goal that I might be able to attain – someday!” She credits her
husband, Bob with being “a terrific business partner” and her main cheerleader.
When asked for a comment, presenter, Dietrich Kuhlmann, owner of
Kuhlmann’s Market Garden replied, “Nadine is one of the bright lights in our
industry. She has done very well in a short period of time and is a good addition
to the industry in Northern Alberta. We wish her continued success.”
Page 2 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Prestigious Award Winner Nadine Stielow (Continued from Page 1)
- Submitted Thiel’s Greenhouses in Bruderheim has been
growing plants in east central Alberta for over 50 years.
Founded by the Thiel Family in 1958, it is a seasonal one
acre facility that produces annuals, perennials and bed-
ding plants for the retail and wholesale markets. With no
formal training in horticulture and no previous experi-
ence in running a greenhouse, Nadine and Bob Stielow
purchased the operation in March of 2010.
Nadine’s formal education was in the medical field as
a respiratory therapist but her true love has always been
working with plants. In her first year of growing, with
just under 45,000 sq. feet of space to fill, Nadine set to
work on producing a crop that would closely resemble
the quality product that the customers had come to know.
Armed with a ton of questions, no pre-conceived
knowledge or notions, an industry contact list, a big
mortgage and just enough confidence to pick up the
phone and introduce herself, she started learning. Fol-
lowing that first year of many challenges they ended the
season with most product being sold, bills getting paid
and just a few plants to donate or compost at the end of it
all.
As owner, head grower and manager it’s Nadine’s
passion for ‘all things green’ that pushes her forward to
learn, ask questions, experiment and accept the unique
challenges of business ownership and enclosed space
plant production. Now going into her 5th year of growing
and managing, Nadine has implemented many new busi-
ness improvement strategies. Some of these include: a
new and developing Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
program which utilizes biologicals (insects) for pest con-
trol; modernized production methods to increase efficien-
cy; empowering staff to take on leadership roles; re-
branding the greenhouse for promotions and marketing;
engaging the business in community and charitable en-
deavors, and active involvement in industry events to
promote a learning philosophy for herself, staff and col-
leagues.
Nadine works fulltime at the greenhouse - in charge of
production, operations, HR, sales, and marketing. Bob
works off site at his power equipment business and on
weekends, evenings and during ‘time off’ he’s in charge
of infrastructure, maintenance and payroll.
Together they make up the ownership team at Thiel’s
Greenhouses, bringing a tremendous amount of passion
to their work and a stubborn drive to succeed in a tough
industry. Along with a committed and enthusiastic team
they look forward to many future adventures as they
evolve their greenhouse business.
Thiel’s Greenhouses Win 2014 Grower of the Year Award
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014 Page 3
PHOTO BY SYLVIA HOLOWACH Front Row L-R: Colleen Masher (on behalf of her son, Owen Serediak), Reeve Wayne Woldanski and Shailyn Bettac Back Row L-R: County Councillors Daniel Warawa, Roy Anaka, Robert Malica and Roy Bryks
Two county graduates, Owen Serediak and Shailyn
Bettac, were the recipients of the Lamont County Centen-
nial Scholarship Awards at the November 4, 2014 County
Council meeting.
Shailyn and Owen both received a cheque for $1000 in
addition to a certificate of acknowledgement for their
achievements.
Shailyn thanked Council and stated she is currently in
her first year of nursing studies. Owen, in his first year of
engineering, was not able attend in person due to his
studies. His mother, Colleen Masher, graciously and
proudly accepted the presentation on his behalf.
Reeve Woldanski, on behalf of the County, congratulat-
ed Owen and Shailyn on their accomplishments and
wished them much success in the future. He went on to
express Councils hope that they would both look at
Lamont County as home in the future.
Lamont County Centennial Scholarship Awards
45 Year old Deanna MacNeil has still not been located and has been
missing since November 28th, 2013. RCMP, after reviewing video surveil-
lance footage from various businesses in Mundare can say that Deanna
MacNeil was seen on video footage at the Mundare Liquor Store during the
morning hours of Thursday, November 28th, 2013. Deanna MacNeil was
seen wearing a brown coloured jacket and a black toque. Deanna MacNeil is
described as being a Caucasian female, 5'5" tall, 125 pounds, hazel eyes and
long brown hair. The Vegreville RCMP and the RCMP's Edmonton General
Investigation Section continue to take this disappearance very seriously and
are requesting the public's assistance with any information that might help
to determine the whereabouts of Deanna MacNeil. Please contact the Vegre-
ville RCMP Detachment at 780-632-2223, your local police or Crimestoppers
with any information on the whereabouts of Deanna MacNeil.
Deanna MacNeil of Mundare Still Missing
Vegreville RCMP Seeking Public's Help
Page 4 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Ahhh…
Winter’s barely started and I’m tired of it already.
Parkas, gloves, boots, toques, scarfs, warming up and
plugging in the car, shoveling, slippery roads and so on.
It’s annoying!
As I watched the snow fall, I thought about how early
my hummingbirds left and the Caragana seeds popped
this year and wondered if it had anything to do with the
weather.
We’ve heard the sayings “Red sky in the morning-farmers
take warning, Red sky at night-farmers delight” or “Rain
before seven, clear by 11.” “A ring around the sun or moon –
rain or snow coming soon.”
I remember my Baba checking rose bushes for the num-
ber of hips, their size, color and amount of seeds inside
and the pine trees to see how many cones dropped to the
ground and opened, the amount still on the tree and how
far up they were, but I can’t remember what she said
about her findings.
I do remember a few things she said though. She’d
check the skins on the onions and if the skins were thick
and rough the winter would be heavy, if they were thin
and smooth the winter would be mild. If the pigs gath-
ered lots of sticks, grass and straw for their beds and the
fur on the horses and cows was very thick the winter
would be cold. If the fur around their hoofs grew long
there would be a lot of snow. If beaver lodges had a lot of
large logs with the north side of the dam covered with a
lot of sticks, the winter would be a hard one.
A neighbor of mine recollects the following adages from
years ago:
If cattle went to the far end of the pasture, away from the
watering hole, it was going to rain.
If the tails on cattle pointed west, the weather would be good
but if the tails pointed east, the weather would be poor.
A warm November is a sign of a bad winter. (This November
has been colder than normal so maybe we’re in for a mild
winter. Here’s hoping!)
If corn husks are thick, the winter will be miserable. If the
husks are thin, the winter will be mild.
The higher the clouds, the better the weather.
The taller than usual the sunflowers grow, the more snow
will fall.
The first corn cob on the stalk tells how much snow there will
be. (Some of the cobs this year were only about a foot off the
ground. Fingers crossed this one holds true.)
There will be frost six months after the first thunderstorm is
heard.
The proverbs above are just a few on my list and I’ll
write about the others another time, but I’d like to hear
about any you know of, so please pass them on.
Wives tales, folklore, maybe-but how did folks foretell
the weather before radio, TV and meteorologists?
If nothing else, it could be an interesting conversation.
- Sylvia
Editor’s Corner
NEXT ISSUE – December 4, 2014
Deadline for Submissions: Friday, November 28, 2014
The Elk Island Triangle welcomes your letters to the editor, guest editorials, and news contributions with or without pictures
Please include your name and phone number for contact information We reserve the right to edit submitted articles for libel, grammar, spelling and length
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 6, 2014 Page 5
Fred’s Funny Farm
Fortune cookie say, “You will take a short trip today.”
As the holidays approach, Santa’s tally of who’s been naughty and nice, isn’t the only list you should be checking. Can you name all the medications you take? If you are like most people, it might be hard to name them all. This is why making a MedList is important.
A MedList is an easy-to-use list that helps you keep track of your medications, including the dose and how often you take it. You can also fill in your medical history and allergies. So if sud-denly you can’t speak for yourself, your list can speak for you.
Keeping track of your medications can help health-care provid-ers treat you and avoid dangerous drug interactions. Donna Takeda recalls using her MedList at the dentist. “It was my first appointment and he needed the information for his files,” she says. Takeda was at ease knowing nothing had been missed.
Items to put on your list include prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs (pain killers, vitamins, cold medicine, etc.), supplements, creams, nose/eye drops, inhalers and herbs. Anything you take to help keep yourself healthy is important to note.
The MedList comes in two sizes: standard paper size and wallet size so you can carry it with you. “I keep it in my wallet as I think this is the first place emergency personnel would look,” Takeda says. “I like to think of my list as a bit of insurance.”
Takeda says her MedList also helped her on a recent trip to the United States. “I didn’t need to take my original pill bottles, as my pharmacist packed and sealed my medication for me with all the information that the border would require.” She was able to refer to her MedList and leave her luggage packed for easier travel.
Now, let’s try this again. Name all the medications you take, this time using your MedList. See how easy it was? If it’s on the list, it won’t be missed.
— reprinted from Apple magazine
Making a list and checking it twice
Page 6 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Five years in prison. That is the value of Reeva
Steenkamp’s life in South Africa. Judge Thoskozile
Masipa, one of the first black female judges ever appointed
in South Africa, rendered the sentence to Oscar Pistorias in
October. I was quite surprised to hear Steenkamp’s family
saying they are satisfied with the verdict. Surprised until it
was reported that the disgraced “blade runner” had been
paying a certain sum of money to the family for months.
Who else was he paying?
Meanwhile, here in Canada, one woman is killed by an
intimate partner every six days. That statistic has been
around for a very long time. It has not changed in the
twenty years since I studied the dynamics of family
violence in my women’s studies classes at university.
Yes, men are victims of violence, as well. In 2011, there
were approximately 97,500 victims of intimate partner vio-
lence, representing a rate of 341 victims per 100,000 popu-
lation. The vast majority of these victims (80%) were wom-
en, a finding consistent over time. (Statistics Canada)
Just what types of violence are documented: Half of all
women in Canada have experienced at least one incident of
physical or sexual violence since the age of 16; 67% of all
Canadians say they personally know at least one woman
who has been sexually or physically assaulted. In 2011,
from the 89 police reported spousal homicides, 76 of the
victims (over 85%) were women.
On any given day in Canada, more than 3,300 women
(along with their 3,000 children) are forced to sleep in an
emergency shelter to escape domestic violence. Every
night, about 200 women are turned away because the
shelters are full. Each year, over 40,000 arrests result from
domestic violence - that’s about 12% of all violent crime in
Canada. Since only 22% of all incidents are reported to the
police, the real number is much higher.
As of 2010, there were 582 known cases of missing or
murdered Aboriginal women in Canada. Both Amnesty
International and the United Nations have called upon the
Canadian government to take action on this issue, without
success. According to the Native Women’s Association of
Canada, “if this figure were applied proportionately to the
rest of the female population there would be over 18,000
missing Canadian women and girls.”
According to the Department of Justice, each
year Canadians collectively spend $7.4 billion to deal
with the aftermath of spousal violence. This figure in-
cludes immediate costs such as emergency room visits and
future costs such as loss of income. It also includes tangible
costs such as funerals, and intangible costs such as pain
and suffering.
(All of the above comes from various statistical resources on the
internet—I simply researched them for you.)
All health, social, history and English teachers should
consider asking their students to write an essay on what
family violence is and how they think it can be stopped,
e.g. are outside-the-family resources needed; what can be
done to bring the family into a healthy equilibrium; how
can problems be solved without violence, etc. Also, stu-
dents who are victims of family violence should be encour-
aged to come forward and talk about it.
Nipping family violence in the bud means it will not be
repeated in future generations.
November is Prevention
of Family Violence Month
“Nancy’s Notes” by Nancy Mereska
Two Hills RCMP Investigating Break
and Enters in Lamont County
Two Hills RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in
reporting suspicious activity particularly in the rural
Lamont County area. RCMP members have responded to
and investigated several Break, Enter and Thefts which
are believed to be happening in the overnight hours.
Residents and motorists are encouraged to contact Two
Hills RCMP if they observe suspicious vehicles or
persons as several break-ins have occurred and stolen
vehicles have been observed in the area.
Should you observe suspicious activity in progress, the
public is encouraged to call 911 or anonymously to
Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at
www.tipsubmit.com
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014 Page 7
Andrew School Remembers
Andrew School held its Remembrance Day ceremony
on Friday, November 7 beginning at 10:15 am. Students,
staff, parents & the community gathered in the school
gymnasium for this very solemn event. Guests included
Master Corporal James Love, Andrew Village Mayor
Heather Tait, Constable Simms and Andrew Village
Fire Chief Barry Goertz. Students from grades 1 & 2 and
3 & 4 read poems and students Brandon Wipf, Geoffrey
Bryks, Cassandra Ostashek & Emily Slasynski spoke.
Cadets, Dawson Danyluk & David Swyers, lay the
wreath after the playing of the Last Post. Andrew School
principal, Daniel Verhoeff, gave closing remarks before quietly dis-
missing all students. Special guests were treated to a lunch once the
ceremony had ended. Master Corporal Love spent the afternoon visit-
ing the classrooms, speaking to students & answering their questions.
STORY AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED Top left: Master Corporal James Love, of the Edmonton based Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, was the guest speaker at the Andrew School Remembrance Day Ceremony Top Right: Geoffrey Bryks, read the poem 'The Final Inspection' Bottom Right: Emily Slasynski & Cassandra Ostashek brought a Remembrance Day message to students, staff & the community of Andrew School
Page 8 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014 Page 9
County Council Falls Short On Request
On November 4, 2014, Brent Marler, Michael Bartz and
Jody Foulds appeared before Council seeking support for
the Valentine’s Cup-40th Anniversary events.
The hockey tournament originated in 1974 as an event
memorializing the loss of Morris Letawsky (one of the first
members of the group) and was named the Valentine’s
Cup because it is held during the Valentine’s Day week-
end. It has grown to include women’s hockey teams, has
become a family and team tradition and has included
fundraising for organizations such as Lamont Minor Hock-
ey and the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
In recognition of the 40th Anniversary, the event will in-
clude a CFCW Critters highlight game, silent auction,
alumni game, dance, beer gardens and more.
The committee is looking to commit funds for the pur-
chase and installation of new main entrance doors at the
Lamont Arena, complete with electric openers, offering
easier access for persons with disabilities and individuals
carting hockey bags and gear.
The delegation requested a contribution of $2000 which
would be directed toward event security expenses.
After a brief question and answer period Reeve Wol-
danski told the group they would be notified of Council’s
decision and thanked them for their presentation.
Later in the meeting the request received mixed views
from Council. Councillor Bryks, clearly supportive, felt
the arena door project would benefit everyone; rural resi-
dents, town residents, youngsters, the elderly and visitors
to the County alike and suggested Council contribute
$1000.
Deputy Reeve Warawa was not as supportive indicating
if Council supported one organization they could be ex-
pected to provide support to all organizations. Reeve
Wodanski agreed with Warawa and questioned how
Council would pick and choose or determine limits of sup-
port in the future.
At that point Deputy Reeve Warawa made a motion to
accept the request as information only. In a surprise vote
of three against and two in favour the motion was defeat-
ed.
Reeve Woldanski opened discussions again. Councillor
Anaka, after voting against the motion made by Warawa,
implied he contemplated support in the amount of $750
rather than $1000. After further discussion, Councillor
Bryks made the motion to support the Valentines Cup in
the amount of $1000 and asked the Valentines Cup com-
mittee provide Council documentation of the donation
made to the door project or minor hockey after the event.
In a split vote of Reeve Woldanski and Deputy Reeve
Warawa against and Councillors Bryks, Anaka and Malica
in favour, the motion was carried.
Page 10 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
PHOTOS BY CAROL MARKO
Top: County Councillor Roy
Bryks approaches Cenotaph in
Bruderheim
Left: Members of 1 Canadian
Mechanized Brigade Group
HQ Signals Squadron
Bottom Right:
Fort Saskatchewan Community Band
Played at Bruderheim
Remembrance Day Service
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014 Page 11
Remembrance Day Ceremonies
Well Attended
- by Carol Marko
With the recent tragic deaths of two Canadian
soldiers on home soil, poppy sales broke records
across the country and this year’s Remembrance Day
Ceremonies saw larger turnouts than usual nation-
wide. This was reflected in turnouts in Lamont
County communities as well.
Andrew hosted Canadian Forces members from
1 Service Battalion and Andrew Lions Club members
presented their guests with a donation of $500
towards the Military Families Resource Centre
(MFRC) Edmonton Garrison.
Bruderheim was host to around 40 – 50 members
from 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group HQ &
Signals Squadron. Several of these members
brought along spouses and children to attend the
Remembrance Day Service and luncheon that
followed. Attendance in Bruderheim was estimated
at over 200 people.
Chipman’s service was well attended as well and
hosted 2 honour guard from Southern Alberta Light
Horse.
Lamont saw an estimated turnout of around 260
people and hosted around 30 – 40 members from
Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Division
(PPCLI) and 3rd Battalion Airborne Division.
Mundare Seniors’ Centre was packed to capacity
for lunch following their service at St. Peter & Paul
Ukrainian Catholic Church. Mundare was also host
to special honour guard from Princess Patricia’s
Canadian Light Infantry Division and 341 Mundare
Air Cadets.
All military personnel in attendance at each of
these communities are based out of CFB Edmonton
Garrison near Namao.
Andrew
Andrew Lions Club Donation to the
Military Families Resource Centre (MFRC)
PHOTOS SUBMITTED
Lamont PHOTO BY SYLVIA HOLOWACH
Page 12 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Lamont and area volunteers are busily organizing
Lamont’s annual Christmas Light Up event which will be
held on Saturday, November 29th from noon to 5 pm.
One of our more popular events each year is the Fes-
tival of Trees – Lamont Style. This year we are encourag-
ing individuals, families, businesses and community
groups to enter a decorated tree, wreath, or creative entry
of their own making. All entries must be of artificial ma-
terial. There will be no power – only battery packs will
be permitted. Entries must be pre-registered by Novem-
ber 24th. You are all invited to come and vote for your
favourite entry.
Many other activities are planned for the day, includ-
ing entertainment in the recreation hall, sleigh rides, bus
rides, Santa pictures, bake sales, a Christmas market and
much more.
The day will end with a Community Christmas Light
Up Bus Tour of the homes and businesses in town. What
a fun way to bring in the Christmas season for everyone
in the County and Town of Lamont, along with family
and friends.
The County of Lamont Food Bank will again have a
bus you can help fill in the Lamont Foods parking lot.
Here is an opportunity to bless others in your community
with your contributions.
Keep your eyes open and be one of the first to see the
many balloon blowups which will be placed near the en-
try to Lamont.
The Christmas season is rapidly approaching and this
will be a wonderful way to begin the celebrations.
Lamont Businesses & Residents
Gearing Up For Christmas Light Up
Anyone can fall – prevent it
from happening to you
November is Seniors’
Falls Prevention Month
Irma Naf, an 87-year-old Calgarian who lives independently, knows the value of prevention when it comes to avoiding falls.
Naf has neuropathy, which causes weakness and numbness in her feet, impacting her balance. She had bars installed in her shower to provide support as she steps in and out. She also uses a cane and occasionally takes a walker to give her confi-dence when she walks, especially longer distances. Using this equipment reduces the possibility of falling and allows her to get out regularly, meeting friends and playing cards every week.
“You can stay at home and feel sorry for yourself, or you can take some preventative steps and get on with your life,” says Naf, who learned about preventive steps by accessing services at the the Calgary Falls Prevention Clinic operated by Alberta Health Services.
Anyone can fall, but as we grow older, the risk increases. Falls are the leading cause of serious injuries in older adults. Every year, one in three Alberta seniors will fall. More disturbing, if a senior falls, there is a good chance he/she will fall again within six months. While falls may not seem serious, they can cause physical injury and create a fear of getting up and around. Be-ing less mobile makes you more susceptible to falling, thus seriously diminish your quality of life. The good news is you can take steps to prevent this from happening to you.
Entering its seventh year, the Finding Balance campaign aims to raise awareness about seniors’ falls. The campaign pro-motes real life strategies for older adults to reduce their risk of falling, including:
Keep Active –improve strength and balance
Watch your Step – wherever you are
Check your Medications – talk to your doctor or pharmacist
Speak up about dizziness or any fall events you have experi-enced – talk to your doctor and take action
This November, Seniors’ Falls Prevention Month focuses on the ‘Keep Active’ message. Regular physical activity improves your balance, makes you stronger and helps prevent falls. Even something as simple as tapping your feet and lifting each leg in a stepping motion while sitting can maintain the joint function you need to keep moving. Talk to your doctor or health care provider about the best exercise program for you. Your activity goal can be set especially for you to reach at least 150 minutes of activity spread out across the week, every week.
“Being careful is the thing,” says Naf. “The most important thing is to realize that you might not have the same balance that you used to,” she says. “And get some help to make sure you don’t fall.”
Why not start getting active today? In partnership with
UWALK, Finding Balance is hosting a virtual trek across Alberta. The TREK challenge begins in Coutts, Alberta and finishes in Fitzgerald, Alberta. A TREK passport explains how to join, how to count steps or convert minutes of other activities such as swimming or dancing to steps, and where to log steps. You can count your steps online or by calling 1-844-492-6014. To
participate in the TREK or order a passport, visit www.albertavirtualtrek.ca
For more information about falls prevention or programs in your area, visit www.findingbalancealberta.ca
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014 Page 13
Page 14 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Protect yourself when
working in the cold
With temperatures dropping, it’s important to
know how to work safely in cold weather
Your body adapts when working in extreme temper-
atures in order to maintain a constant core temperature.
However, there are limits to your body’s adaptation.
Health problems caused by cold exposure include:
frost nip, when the top layer of skin freezes;
frost bite, when skin freezes deeply;
swollen, tingling, painful skin; and
hypothermia, when the body’s core temperature falls
because it can’t make up for the heat loss.
“For many workers in Alberta, working in cold
temperatures is unavoidable. I encourage all employers to
make sure they are taking all the necessary precautions to
protect their workers from health problems caused by
cold exposure.”
Ric McIver, Minister of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour
Employers must take steps to reduce the effect of cold
weather on their workers. These steps include:
providing a heater or other on-site heat source
providing a heated shelter for workers to work in or
take breaks in
shielding workers from drafts or winds
allowing workers to take extra breaks if needed
educating workers on the hazards of working in the
cold and the controls in
place to protect them; or
using a buddy system so
workers don’t work alone
in very cold weather.
If you feel your workplace
is unsafe due to cold weather,
call the Occupational Health
and Safety Contact Centre at
1-866-415-8690
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014 Page 15
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SCAM WARNING
Red Deer RCMP warn public of
recent fraud incident
Shortly before 2:00 pm on October 29th, Red Deer
RCMP received a report of a lady having her debit card
taken and cash withdrawn from her account fraudulent-
ly.
A senior was loading her groceries into her vehicle
at a local business when a well-dressed man approached
her identifying himself as the store manager. He told her
that there had been a problem with her debit card and
asked her for the card telling her he would be right
back. When the man did not
come back, the senior went
into the store to look for
him. She was told by an em-
ployee that she was the victim
of a fraud and recommended
she go to her bank immediate-
ly. By the time the senior got
to her bank, there had been
several withdrawals made.
Police believe the sus-
pect watched the senior enter
her PIN number and then used
the claim to be the “manager”
to get the debit card from her.
Police are reminding
people to guard their PIN, al-
so, a legitimate business per-
son will never ask you to give
up your debit card.
RCMP encourage you to
protect yourself from fraud by
learning how to recognize it.
Police further urge you to take
the time to identify the people
in your life who may be vul-
nerable to the stories spun by
scammers, educate them about
these scams and help them
develop responses to persis-
tent, sometimes bullying peo-
ple. You may also want to en-
courage the vulnerable people
in your life to lower their daily
withdrawal limit at their bank.
Helpful information on com-
mon scams and ways to pro-
tect yourself can be found at
www.antifraudcentre.ca.
Page 16 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, November 20, 2014
Two Hills RCMP Investigating Break
and Enters in Lamont County
Two Hills RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in reporting suspicious activity particularly in the rural Lamont County area. RCMP members have responded to and investigated several Break, Enter and Thefts which are believed to be happening in the overnight hours. Residents and motorists are encouraged to contact Two Hills RCMP if they observe suspicious vehicles or persons as several break-ins have occurred and stolen vehicles have been observed in the area. Should you observe suspicious activity in progress, the public is encouraged to call 911 or anonymously to Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com
Bruderheim, Alberta - On November 12, 2014 at approxi-
mately 11:00 p.m., Fort Saskatchewan RCMP officers re-
sponded to a complaint of an armed robbery at a local
licensed establishment in Bruderheim, Alberta. The male
suspect had already been subdued by patrons of the es-
tablishment and as offic-
ers arrested him, they immediately noticed that he was in
medical distress. EMS was called and the man was trans-
ported to an Edmonton hospital where he remains in crit-
ical condition.
An imitation handgun, used by the individual during
the robbery, was recovered at the scene as well as the
cash taken from the staff member.
One of the patrons involved sustained minor injuries dur-
ing the scuffle.
It is unknown at this time what caused
the medical distress of the suspect and the police investi-
gation continues.
November 14, 2014 UPDATE
The robbery suspect died in hospital late this after-
noon. The autopsy is scheduled to take place Monday
afternoon. RCMP will be working with the Medical Ex-
aminer's Office to investigate the circumstances that led
to the person's death. The family of the deceased has
asked for privacy and does not want their family mem-
ber's name released.
November 18, 2014 UPDATE
The Medical Examiner has reserved his findings in this
autopsy pending further testing and investigation. RCMP
will continue working with the Medical Examiner's
Office to determine the cause of death. The family of the
deceased has asked for privacy and does not want their
family member's name released.
The RCMP Major Crimes Section and Forensic Identifi-
cation Section are assisting the Fort Saskatchewan De-
tachment in this investigation. Anyone with information
about the incident is asked to call the Fort Saskatchewan
RCMP detachment at 780-992-6113 or Crime Stoppers at 1
-800-222-TIPS1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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Bar Patrons Foil Robbery
Suspect Dies
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The Cook Book
by
Joanne Paltzat
I don’t know about any of you, but I sure am not ready for winter – at least that is what my body is telling me. As I sit and type this, I look out of my office window and see overcast skies, the odd snowflake flying and there is a bitter cold north wind. I think it is time for some comfort food and to bring out my favorite appliance in my kitchen – the crockpot! Do you have a favorite recipe that you would like to share... if so, send it to me: Box 170, St. Michael, AB T0B 4B0 or email: trinews@telusplanet.net
Chicken Pot Pie Stew
4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut
into cubes
6 medium red potatoes, quartered
1 (454 gm.) pkg. baby carrots
½ cup frozen peas
1 cup celery, chopped
3 (10 oz.) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
4 cubes chicken bouillon (or 4 tsp. bouillon powder)
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsps. granulated garlic)
1 tsp. celery salt
Pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients (except frozen peas) in a
crockpot and on High for 5 hours.
Stir in frozen peas and cook for another 15 minutes
or until tender.
NOTE: Serve with some tea biscuits and supper
can be that easy!!!! Enjoy!
Tea Biscuits
1 ½ cups flour
4 tsp. baking powder
½ tsp. salt
¼ cup shortening
2/3 cups milk
Mix together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in
shortening. Stir in milk until dough holds together.
Knead on lightly floured surface. Pat dough ¾” thick.
Cut w/floured glass rim. Place on cookie sheet and
bake @ 375 degrees F for about 8 to 10 minutes.
Fred worked at the post office. One day, a letter arrived, addressed to Santa, poorly written with no address. Fred decided to open it and deal with it as best he could. The letter, addressed to Santa Claus, explained that Edna was an 89 year old widow, living on a small pension, and had her purse stolen last week with $100 in it. Without this money, she would have a very poor Christmas, since this was the last of her money till next month’s pension cheque would arrive. Fred told his co-workers of Edna’s plight and asked if they would chip in a few dollars to make her Christmas a little brighter. Everyone donated what they could and Fred collected $96 and sent it away. One week after Christmas, another letter came in from Edna addressed again to Santa Claus. It read: “Dear Santa, Thanks for the money. It was very much appreciated, although it was $96, instead of the $100 I requested. I do appreciate it very much and it helped make my Christmas complete. Edna. P.S. It must have been those bad people at the post office who stole the $4.” And that’s another almost trew story, as told by Uncle Fred.
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Horses Shot St. Michael, Alberta: Two Hills RCMP received a report
that between November 13th and November 15th un-
known persons shot a horse while in a pasture on Range
Road 190. The horse was shot in the middle of its torso
with a small caliber firearm, possibly a .22, and suffered
injury as a result. Residents in the area had previously
seen persons shooting from the roadway in a dark col-
oured pickup truck. It appears that this incident is not
related to hunting and was merely to cause harm to an
animal. Injuring animals is a serious offence and carries a
maximum penalty of 5 years imprisonment under the
Criminal Code, members of the public should call police
immediately if they suspect this is occurring.
Two Hills RCMP are seeking the public's help with any
information related to the shooting of horses/cattle. The
public are encouraged to call immediately regarding any
suspicious activity. If you have any information please
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