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Letter Regarding BC Hydro Smart Meters

Via Julie Schimunek:

This is just one of the many articles that I have researched on the smart meters that are doomed to come here by Aug 2012.

http://emfsafetynetwork.org/?page_id=1280

If we do not take a stand against these things, we will only have ourselves to blame.

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Chamber of Commerce Meeting

Please join us on Monday November 14th at 7:00pm in the Arena Lounge for the 1st Chamber of Commerce meeting of 2011.

Click the following link to download the agenda:

GOLD RIVER CHAMBER MEETING

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All Candidates Forum – Nov 6

via Dawn Dakin:

Gold River voters are invited to meet and question their Municipal and School Board election candidates during an all-candidates’ forum.

The moderated and timed event will be held at the Community Centre on Sunday November 6th, 2011.

Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. for a

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Drop, Cover & Hold On

Today at 10:20am, a province wide “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” drill will take place called The Great British Columbia ShakeOut.

All residents, agencies, businesses, and organizations across British Columbia are encouraged to take part in the largest earthquake drill in Canadian history!

The Gold River Buzz

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On Tuesday, October 18th members of the Gold River Fire Department will be going house to house between 7:00 and 9:00 pm to check if smoke alarms are correctly installed and in good working order as a part of Fire Prevention Week.

Also, chimney brushes are available

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Gold River Safe Home Program

Campbell River and North Island Transition Society offers safe shelter for women and their dependent children in the Gold River area who have experienced, or are at risk of abuse, threats or violence.

The Gold River Safe Home Program Offers:

Safe immediate shelter for women and their dependent children who are fleeing

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Gold River Legion News

Weekly events are now back on at the Gold River Legion for the Fall!

Tuesdays: Darts Night – 7:00pm Wednesdays: Poker Night – 7:00pm Every other Thursday is Burger Night from 5:00 – 7:00pm with the next on September 29th. Fridays: Meat Draw at 6:00pm and DJ music starting at 8:30pm.

Saturday Sept 24th

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Recreation Photos Still Needed

via Sheila Bugar

The Hydro Box Beautification Contest is still looking for recreation photos to “wrap” the transformer at the Recreation Centre.

We are looking for OLD recreation photos of any kind. Logger sports, GR Days, Parades, Golf, Skating, Ball, Hockey, Scouts, Guiding, Fishing, Hiking, Celebrations, Memorable events, etc.

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