Chetwynd Chit-Chat Highlights Town Socials and Nearby News
A misc of local notes from Edmonton visitors to town, dances and social events in Chetwynd, and reports from townspeople. Mentions of Manika and Mary ordon, Helen and rdon Moore, Dal Temple and district events. Sports recap notes the Ladies Slow pitch tournament with Mackenzie Jays winning. Contact line and closing signoff included.
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Chetwynd
Jays
Mackenzie
Chetwynd Rockies
Chetwynd Dusters
Mulroney backs restraint tactics amid provincial bills
Prime Minister Mulroney urged restraint in government spending while noting provinces differ in approach. He cited Ottawa deficits as a reason for cuts and said provincial measures, including Bill 2, Public Sector Labor Relations Act, aim to curb collective bargaining in the public sector. Opposition NDP called the amendments cosmetic as the public service undergoes substantial layoffs.
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Mulroney
B.C
Bill Bennett
Ottawa
Playground Program Recalls 1950s Theme Activities
The Playground Program for ages 5 to 8 reports strong turnout with a 1950s theme. Children enjoyed games and crafts with hair greased back and shades on, plus a library visit and a field trip to R&R Pizza Parlour for a memorable outing.
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Chetwynd Public Library
R&r Pizza
Flag Football and Soccer Shine in Community Sports Programs
Last week the community sports program offered flag football and soccer with strong attendance. Cal Havard assisted in flag football and was thanked for his help. Kevin Campbell praised the growing participation and expressed encouragement for the program's final week.
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Cal Havard
Cal
Kevin Campbell
Summer sports program invites 11 14 year olds
Next week is the last for summer with volleyball and basketball under review. Registration urged as it is the final chance. Program runs 9 12 and 1 4 Monday through Thursday. Contact Jessie at the Recreation Dept 788 2191 for details.
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Jessie
R&r
Recreation Department
Union seeks board ruling on firing of BC union leaders
The BC Government Employees Union asks the BC Labour Relations Board for an expedited hearing to challenge the dismissal of first vice president John Shields and second vice president Diane Wood, alleged to be retaliation for union activity. The board typically schedules a formal hearing within three weeks if informal resolution fails.
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Vancouver
B.C. Government Employees Union
B.C. Labor Relations Board
John Shields
Diane Wood
Stephen Kelleher
Shields and Wood
Human Resources Ministry
Social Credit
Recreation newsletter fall programs and tennis clinic notice
Recreation Department invites input for fall programs and announces a rain or shine tennis clinic this weekend August 13 and 14. Pre registration required with contact numbers 788 2121 and Keith McMillan 788 3938. Summer programs covering sports playground and more are listed.
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Recreation Departments
Recreation Department
Keith McMillan
Last chance to register for end of summer pool programs
Summer pool classes and aquasize sessions run through August at the Recreation Centre. Red Cross beginner classes cover floats glides and water safety for families and lake campers. Adult swim and public swim times are posted. call 788 2121 or 788 2214 for details and registration.
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Rec. Centre
Christine Meden
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Unne
Manika
Maryordon
Edmonton
Tends
Father Mybluth
Helen
Rdon Moore
Wson Creek
Bbie Larsen
Lower Mainland
Kler Ridge
Bunne Hoffman
Larkin
Echo
Dal Temple
An Temple
Ila Teslyk
Ellene Irley
Allison Thomas
Ula Minard
Lorirmineter
Gince George
Amie Keller
Roxanne
SI Jr
David Eichart
Eichart
Mrs. Jackton
Colorado
L.A
Aca
Murry Caton
Swimming News
Chetwynd Pool
Conn Brown
Canfor Limited
Canadian Forest Products Ltd
P.O. Box
Hydro
B.C. Hydro
Hudson's Hope
British Columbia
Prince George
Simon Fraser Inn
Quebec Street
Chetwynd Centre
49Th Avenue
Gerald F. Webb, M.D
Chetwynd Ambulance Association
G.F. Webb
Edward and
Wendy Gidinski
D&b White Construction Ltd
The
Yukon
Clinton
Dan
Bob
D.B. Fleming
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