Jmnews july 11, 2014

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Slow start to wildfi re season It’s been a slow start to the

wildfi re season in B.C., and with

little activity in the province, the

Wildfi re Management Branch

continues to send crews out of

province to help fi ght fi res else-

where.

Eleven more wildfi re fi ghters

were deployed Saturday to help

crews in the Northwest Ter-

ritories. As well, fi ve of B.C.’s

newest fi refi ghting aircraft were

deployed to the Northwest Terri-

tories on Sunday morning to as-

sist with wildfi re suppression in

the Hay River area.

The Wildfi re Management

Branch plans to keep them there

until conditions change in B.C.

There have been around 400 fi res in the province, below the average

of 590. Closer to home, in the Kamloops Fire Centre, there have been

only 115 fi res. But with the temperatures expected to stay above 30

degrees for the next couple weeks, the slow start could turn around.

The public is being asked to be

cautious with campfi res as 70 per

cent of the wildfi res in the Kam-

loops Fire Centre this year have

been human-caused, including

one new fi re in the Kamloops

Fire Centre.

To date, there are no campfi re

bans, but with the fi re rating ex-

pected to increase from its mod-

erate setting as the temperatures

increase, there is the chance that

there will be bans in the future.

As more and more people are

venturing out to lakes and the

backcountry to go camping, the

public is encouraged to learn

what types of fi res are allowed

rules to follow to ensure they have a safe camping experience.

WHAT ARE CONSIDERED

see page 3

For more than three days, a two-year old

black and white cat, has been stuck near the

top of a hydro pole, and his owner is frus-

trated that no one is willing to help.

The Honourable Lord Pumpernickel’s

owner, Ashley Diehl, believes he likely got

chased up the power pole near their Cherry

Creek home overnight Monday or early

Tuesday morning and is now suffering in the

scorching heat.

“He likes to go outside to go mousing, but

this is the fi rst time he’s done something

crazy,” she says. “I’m worrying because of

how hot it is out, that’s my main concern

right now.”

Diehl has called the SPCA, Humane Soci-

ety, the fi re department, RCMP, B.C. Hydro

and Kamloops Bylaws services to no avail

– she’s received the same answer from all of

them and is frustrated with the lack of help

she’s received.

“They all say he’ll come down eventually

when he gets hungry, or tired, or hot,” she

related. “Hydro says they can’t do anything

because of the risk involved with the power

lines. Isn’t their job to deal with electricity

and power?”

In the meantime she’s laid out plain co-

loured blankets to help Pumpernickel with

his depth perception and put out fresh food

and water to entice him down. And now she’s

gone to social media to see if she can get the

public involved in getting him down – she’s

not willing to let her beloved pet perish.

“I’ll climb up there myself before I’d let

him die up there,” she explained.

Up a hydro pole and no one to help

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HoroscopesJuly 14 - July 20, 2014

You’re determined to do things your way, no matter the pressure that’s likely coming from others. It’ll depend on how you struc-tured matters recently. If you’ve worked consistently towards what you want, there’ll be opportunities to mid-Aug. to establish a balanced foundation.

There’s a degree of frustration through wanting to rebel in some way but feeling as though you need to hold yourself back. This week will see you getting busy. You’re easily distracted from important matters by fl itting from one thing to another. Stay fo-cussed.

It’s necessary this week to think about your fi nances & look at areas where you’re spending more money than you should. Just by taking note of how much you spend & on what, can begin to make you aware of things you don’t really need. It’s easier to be responsible than you think.

You’ll fi nd yourself being encouraged to focus more on your-self; focus on peace, harmony & balance ‘til Aug. 12. You have likely spread yourself in too many directions over the last year. Now is a perfect time to balance up what should be accepted in the future.

This week is important as you begin a new 12-year personal cycle ‘til Aug. 11/15. Still, much needs to be refl ected upon to mid-Aug. Included in that are the decisions that need to be made that will assist in fulfi lling future goals.

Someone may be genuinely interested in things you consider priorities. Relying on their commitment though may be a dif-ferent thing; weigh up what you’re prepared to & can handle yourself. You can realise that any fi nancial restrictions have been valuable lessons.

The manner in which someone else goes about rebelling or choosing to do things in their own way can make you realise the actions you need to be prepared to take for yourself if you’re to get what you want. Be sensible enough to realise the obligations that’ll go hand in hand in succeeding.

New beginnings are not far away. You’re more than ready to act on matters that need to be altered to change the long-term direction. The position of others will no longer be mysterious. Not everybody will necessarily agree with you but at least you’ll know where you stand.

Think about the things that have come to an end during the last year that you’ve had little control or infl uence over. This has had more to do with others than with yourself. It’s tested your patience by encouraging you to focus on important priorities in life.

You can have success this week in opening up discussion with someone else about something you’ve sensed but haven’t had the opportunity to get clear about, from their perspective. They’ll be happy to interact if things are handled the right way. This’ll be a big help in you decide on obligations you’re willing to accept.

Worrying about money doesn’t benefi t your health or sense of wellbeing; realising this can begin a process that leads to greater peace of mind. You may suddenly become aware of future pos-sibilities that have been there all year but you haven’t realised so far. Details play an important role.

Put your mind to things that give you enjoyment. You will likely need to utilise your creativity & imagination with them. You may also realise how lucky you’ve been & the benefi ts this has brought to your life. Mystery still surrounds someone else but it won’t last much longer.


CAMPFIRES A campfi re means an open fi re that burns piled material no larger than

0.5 metres in height and 0.5 metres in diameter.

A person may light or make use of a campfi re when:

• There are no other restrictions in place for doing so;

• Doing so is, and will continue to be, safe;

• Reasonable precautions are taken to ensure the fi re is contained;

• The person is equipped with a hand tool, such as a shovel, or at least

eight litres of water, and attends the fi re to prevent its escape;

• The person maintains a fi reguard;

• The person carries out fi re control and reports the fi re if it spreads

beyond the burn area;

• The person ensures the fi re is extinguished before leaving the area.

STOVES AND PORTABLE CAMPFIRES

An outdoor stove is a device that uses liquid or gaseous fuel, or bri-

quettes, and is manufactured for the purpose of heating or cooking. It

does not include a fi re vented through a structure that has a fl ue and is

incorporated in a building.

A portable campfi re apparatus is a free standing fi replace that burns

liquid or gaseous fuel designed to provide ambiance and heat. The

fl ame is usually open to the elements but may have grating to assist

with cooking food.

During campfi re prohibitions, only CSA or ULC approved portable

campfi re devices may be used and fl ame length must not exceed 15

centimeters.

When conditions warrant, portable campfi re apparatus or outdoor

stoves may be further restricted or prohibited.

When using any device you are required to:

• Operate the apparatus as specifi ed by the manufacturer;

• Take reasonable precautions to ensure the fi re is contained;

• Take immediate action to carry out fi re control and report the fi re if

it does escape;

• Turn the unit off when not attended.

If a device is placed on the ground you must:

• Place the unit on mineral soil, gravel, sand or a non-combustible

surface;

• Maintain an adequate fi re guard around the device, free of fl ammable

materials.

What are considered allowable campfi res?


• AT SUN PEAKS: FARMERS’ MARKET, June 29 – Sept. 9, every Sunday,

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Sun Peaks Resort. SUNBURST EXPRESS CHAIRLIFT

June 27 – Sept. 1, daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. servicing the bike park, alpine

hiking trails, & sightseeing.

• OUTDOOR THEATRE ADVENTURE CAMPs at Rainbow’s

Roost, July 2 – 18, for children from 5 – 10. Educational & fun ac-

tivities including dancing, singing, & acting. MINI OUTDOOR THEATRE

ADVENTURE CAMP: July 2 – 4 (ages 5&6); Outdoor Adventure Camp:

July 7 – 11 & July 14 – 18 (ages 7 – 10). Call 250-572-7576.

• BIG BROTHER BIG SISTERS OF KAMLOOPS & REGION & INTERIOR SAVINGS

INSURANCE & CREDIT UNION present FREE MOONLIGHT MOVIE

NIGHT, Tues. Aug. 19, at Riverside Park. Bring your chairs & blankets,

& watch The Lego Movie on the large infl atable screen. Concession &

activities begin at 7 p.m. Donations to Big Brothers Big Sisters accepted.

• MEMOIRS ON THE WALL, an exhibit by Wendy Weseen, at Ar-

nica Artist Run Centre, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 W. Sey-

mour St., July 25 – Sept. 6. Free admission. [email protected].

• THE BC WILDLIFE PARK SUMMER KIDS CAMPS & WILDLIFE RANG-

ERS day camps, exciting kids’ science day camps for ages 10 – 12, Thurs.

July 17 & Aug. 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Animal encounter, games, snacks, min-

iature train, birds of prey show, behind-the-scenes tour, grizzly bear & cou-

gar encounters. Cost: Season’s pass-holders: $45/day; non-pass-holders

$50/day. $5/day discount on payments received at least 14 days prior to

camp date. Register at http://bczoo.org/kidscampsage10to12.htm.

• BROCK CENTRAL LIONS CLUB meets the 1st & 3rd Wed. of

the month (July 16) at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagles club, 755 Tranquille Rd.

New members always welcome. Call Victor, 250-554-8031.

• WHAT’S UNDER THE DOME? Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All

Saints, 1044 Eighth St., will open its doors for its ICON TOURS, Sat, 1 –

3:30 p.m., (other days/times by request), all July & Aug. Learn the history

of Ukraine & the Orthodox Church through the pictoral murals & other

icons Refreshments available. Donations optional. Call 778-220-5584.

• Project X Theatre presents X FEST 2014, at Prince Charles Park,

July 23 – Aug. 9, with two fantastical plays, both adaptations of be-

loved children stories, Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll and The

Last of the Dragons by Edith Nesbit.

• SABRINA WEEKS & SWING CAT BOUNCE will be performing

rooftop sessions at the Kamloops Ramada Inn July 17 at 7 p.m., then

will be at Fireside Steakhouse & Bar July 18 & 19 at 8 p.m.

• 13TH ANNUAL VW TURTLE RIVER RACE, Sun. Sept. 21, Tur-

tle tickets at: Save-On Foods; Cooper’s Foods; Ocean Pacifi c; Volk-

swagen of Kamloops; Surplus Herby’s; Kamloops Live Box Offi ce;

Purity Feed Farm & Garden Centre; Home Hardware Building Centre;

Andre’s Electronic Experts, or online at www.wctlive.ca/turtlerace.

htm. Proceeds go to Western Canada Theatre. Call 250-374-3000.

• LET’S DANCE, hosted by Thompson Valley Activity & Social

Club (TVASC), July 19, 8 p.m. – midnight, at Kamloops Curling

Club, 700 Victoria St. Music by Strange Brew. Tickets: $10, from

Zonia, 250-372-0091, Francoise, 250-372-3782, Ed, 250-374-2774.

• OVERLANDER DAYS, an annual summer family event produced by

the NSBIA, Aug. 16, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., at McDonald Park. www.nsbia.com.

AROUND TOWN• KAMLOOPS HIGHLAND GAMES at Albert McGowan Park,

July 12, hosting many activities including Scottish heavy athletics,

highland dance & music performances, solo piping, drumming &

band competitions, clan genealogy information, children’s activities

& much more. Gates open at 7 a.m.

• THE NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY CENTRE, 730 Cottonwood

Ave., COMMUNITY DINNER, Sun. July 13, 5 p.m.; catered by Harold’s Restau-

rant. Entertainment by Frank of Hypnotic Blend; door prizes; 50/50 draw.

Advance tickets only, $12 at the front desk (must be purchased by July 11).

Call 250-376-4777. VOLUNTEERS WANTED for NSCC front desk/reception area

(4-hour weekly shift & on an on-call capacity). Call Jo-Ann, 250-376-4777.

• THE BIG LITTLE SCIENCE CENTRE, 655 Holt St., open for

public drop-ins Tues – Sat, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Daily hands-on fun in the

exploration rooms; interactive science shows Sat. at 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

July 15 – 19: ASTRONOMY SHOW & CRAFT. Explore the solar system, then

look to the stars & make a Constellation in a Cup! Call 250-554-2572.

• KAMLOOPS MARATHON, July 27, beginning at 6 a.m., at McAr-

thur Island Park & Rivers Trail; 3km, 8km, half- & full-marathon A

marathon relay. Register now. www.kamloopsmarathon.ca/run.html.

• BRIGHT RED BOOK BUS free books for students from SD73’s

new literacy program, July 1 – Aug. 31. SCHOOLS (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

& 1 – 3 p.m.): TUES: Kay Bingham, Parkcrest; WED: Bert Edwards,

Arthur Hatton; THURS: Stuart Wood, Marion Shilling; FRI: AE Perry.

PARKS (Fri, 1 – 3 p.m.): July 11, Riverside Park; 18, McGowan Park;

25, Prince Charles Park; Aug. 1, Brocklehurst Park; 8, McDonald Park;

15, Riverside Park; 22, Centennial Park; 29, Prince Charles Park.

• FESTIVAL OF EXPERIENCES, downtown Kamloops, July 2 – 31:

LIVE AT LUNCH, 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., 200-300-block Victoria St. ZEN IN

THE PARK, yoga With Let’s Move Studio. 12:10 – 12:55 p.m., Gaglardi

Park, Second Ave & Seymour St. LET’S GET ACTIVE with Let’s Move

Studio. 12:10 – 12:55 p.m., Blenz Plaza (Second Ave & Victoria St.

KNITTERS ANONYMOUS, 6 – 9 p.m., Electrictree Yarns, 290 Third Ave.

• Kamloops Seniors Activity Centre hosts BINGO every Tues at the

Brock Seniors Activity Centre, 1800 Tranquille Rd. (by Coopers). Doors:

5 p.m. Games: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 19+ event; fully licensed concession.

• PERRY TUCKER performs at the Celista Hall Farmers Market

every 2nd Wed, July 2 – Sept. 10; market hours 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., music

every Wed. 10 a.m. – noon.

• GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS meetings Thurs, 10 a.m. at Desert Gar-

dens, 540 Seymour St. Call Wally, 250-679-7877, or Sunny, 250-374-9165.

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CONTEST TIME

If you know a deserving person or family that would love to

attend the four-day festival at no cost, including free camping,

send us their story to [email protected], the Sturgis

Canada Rally Facebook page or to [email protected]. All

winners will be announced one week before the event.

Also enter our Ugliest Bike contest for a chance to win a four-

day pass to [email protected], the Sturgis Canada

Rally Facebook page or to [email protected]. A new winner

every week!

• FARMERS’ MARKET at the BC Wildlife Park, every Sunday,

June 29 – Sept. 14, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Located in the park parking lot.)

• KAMLOOPS FARMERS MARKET at the 400-block of Victoria

Street, every Wed. 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., May 7 – Oct. 29.• SHAMBHALA

MEDITATION GROUP offers meditation in the Shambhala Bud-

dhist tradition. Sat drop-in 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Mon 7 – 8:30 p.m.;

Thurs 7 – 9 p.m. with available meditation instructions. 433B Lansd-

owne St. Call Liz, 250-376-4224.

• RUBE BAND practises most Mondays, 7:30 p.m., at the Old Yacht Club,

1140 Rivers St. New members welcome. Call Bob Eley, 250-377-3209.

• CIRQUE DU SOLEIL presents DRALION at ISC Dec. 24 – 28:

Dec. 24, 4 p.m.; Dec. 26, 4 & 7 p.m.; Dec. 27, 4 & 7:30 p.m.; Dec.

28, 1:30 & 5 p.m. Tickets at ISC Box Offi ce, 300 Lorne St., www.

cirquedusoleil.com/dralion, www.ticketmaster.ca or 1-855-985-5000.

• KAMLOOPS QUIT SMOKING support group meets every Thurs

at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St.

• UNPLUGGED ACOUSTIC JAM SESSIONS, on the 1st & 3rd

Monday of the month (July 7 & 21), at the Alano Club, 171 Leigh

Rd., 7 – 10 p.m.; hosted by Perry Tucker & the Good Gravy Band. No

cover. All acoustic musicians welcome. Call 250-376-5115.

• Canadian Country Music Award winners & Juno Award nominees,

QUARTETTE, 4 of Canada’s best singer/songwriters (Cindy Church,

Caitlin Hanford, Gwen Swick, & Sylvia Tyson) backed by a 3-piece

band, will perform Aug. 17 at Rainbow’s Roost, 6675 Westsyde Rd.,

in an outdoor concert – bring your lawn chairs or blankets – at 2:30

p.m. gate open 1 p.m. Tickets are $29 from Kamloops Live! Box Of-

fi ce, 250-374-5483, www.kamloopslive.com.


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Harry Potter is back – mysteri-

ous, married, and going grey.

J.K. Rowling has given fans a

glimpse of the grown-up boy wiz-

ard in a new story posted Tuesday

on her Pottermore website.

It’s the fi rst update since “Harry

Potter and the Deathly Hallows”

was published in 2007, but Rowl-

ing spokesman Mark Hutchinson

said there are “no plans” for a

new Potter novel.

The 1,500-word story describes

Harry, about to turn 34, attending

the fi nal of the Quidditch World

Cup with his family and old

friends Ron and Hermione.

Harry now has “threads of sil-

ver” in his hair and a mysterious

cut on his cheekbone, related to

his “top secret” work as an evil-

battling Auror.

The story is written in the style

of a gossip column for the Daily

Prophet by reporter Rita Skeeter,

a minor character in the novels.

The style allows Rowling to

poke fun at the tabloid press,

a real-life bugbear that she has

accused of invading her privacy

and that of her family.

Skeeter observes that Harry and

friends are “no longer the fresh-

faced teenagers they were in their

heyday” and speculates about the

state of Harry’s marriage to Ginny

Weasley.

She says Ron Weasley’s red hair

“appears to be thinning slightly,”

and notes witheringly that Harry

still wears “the distinctive round

glasses that some might say are

better suited to a style-defi cient

12-year-old.”

The story discloses that Ron

now runs the family joke shop,

while Hermione is a — liter-

ally — high-fl ying civil servant,

Deputy Head of the Department

of Magical Law Enforcement.

There are also updates on other

characters, including Neville

Longbottom and Luna Loveg-

ood, as well as glimpses of a new

generation of teenage wizards.

Rowling has long said that

“Deathly Hallows,” would be the

last Potter novel, but has produced

other Potter-related material, in-

cluding spin-off story collection,

“The Tales of Beedle the Bard.”

Rowling has also published a

novel for adults, “The Casual Va-

cancy,” and two detective thrill-

ers under the pseudonym Robert

Galbraith.

J.K. Rowling gives readers a glimpse of adult Harry Potter in a new story

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