12 February 2012
The Hawaii Files
18/02/2012 05:06
Hi, The Don,
Here's a couple more shots I thought you might be interested in. The first is the "Judge's Station" for one of the "Grand Slam of World Surfing" competitions taking place on Sunset Beach on the North Shore:
The second, again shows the raw beauty of the islands, and is a little island just off the west coast of Oahu affectionately known as "Chinaman's Hat" because, you guessed it - it looks like the old hats the early Chinese immigrant labourers used to wear while working in the sugar cane fields in Hawaii.
Cheers,
Jim Starko
Hawaii
SINC SAYS:
Thanks Jim, man the skies are blue over there in that top photo. That sure is a tiny little island.
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'Vikileaks' Twitter account closed - CBC
N.J. governor vetoes same-sex marriage bill - CNN
Sex abuse cases may have gone unreported: Scouts - CTV
RCMP search for gun linked to Killam shootings - Edmonton Journal
Provincial cash for rink still possible: Mayor - Edmonton Sun
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Well, she is obeying the sign, but it looks like a fake bum, doesn't it? . . .
Gotta Love
That Lizard!
Dog Has Big Mouth
This dog has a big mouth in that it can pick up three tennis balls at one time. (Not golf balls as the video title claims.)
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Here's a couple more shots I thought you might be interested in. The first is the "Judge's Station" for one of the "Grand Slam of World Surfing" competitions taking place on Sunset Beach on the North Shore:
The second, again shows the raw beauty of the islands, and is a little island just off the west coast of Oahu affectionately known as "Chinaman's Hat" because, you guessed it - it looks like the old hats the early Chinese immigrant labourers used to wear while working in the sugar cane fields in Hawaii.
Cheers,
Jim Starko
Hawaii
SINC SAYS:
Thanks Jim, man the skies are blue over there in that top photo. That sure is a tiny little island.
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Welcome To St. Albert's Place Live Chat
Links To Other Stories In The News:
'Vikileaks' Twitter account closed - CBC
N.J. governor vetoes same-sex marriage bill - CNN
Sex abuse cases may have gone unreported: Scouts - CTV
RCMP search for gun linked to Killam shootings - Edmonton Journal
Provincial cash for rink still possible: Mayor - Edmonton Sun
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The Things That People Send Us
Well, she is obeying the sign, but it looks like a fake bum, doesn't it? . . .
Gotta Love
That Lizard!
Dog Has Big Mouth
This dog has a big mouth in that it can pick up three tennis balls at one time. (Not golf balls as the video title claims.)
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The Set Up
18/02/2012 05:06
"Oh, it's not over yet," says he.
Once in the house, he gives her a little black velvet box.
She opens it in anticipation and finds two little white pills.
"What in the world are these?" she asks.
"Aspirin," he replies.
"But I don't have a headache," says she.
"GOTCHA!" he replies.
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18/02/2012 05:06
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Pickle Juice And Other Wonders For Runners
18/02/2012 05:06
Dr. Rick Ganzi, aka Doctor Pickle Juice, says drinking the salty beverage improved his marathon time.
Ganzi got hooked on running during his medical residency to shed some unwanted pounds. But when trying to improve his marathon time, he found his calves knotting up around mile 20. Then a coworker, who was also a competitive body builder, tipped him off about using pickle juice to prevent cramps before an event.
Read more about pickle juice and seven other unconventional ways that runners hope to boost their energy, improve their performance or speed their post-race recovery.
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18/02/2012 05:06
The Fascinating Flora Of Thailand
17/02/2012 06:53
Our travelling couple Doug and Helen capture by the flora of Thailand.
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Quebec mandatory religion course before Supreme Court - CBC
Man takes on Twitter over hate blog - CNN
ISPs wonder who will pay for surveillance bill - CTV
Gamblers misled about VLT payout rates? - Edmonton Journal
Senior jailed for egg biz - Edmonton Sun
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Talk about perfect timing to get this shot . . .
Gotta Comb
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The Martin Jetpack
To demonstrate flight high above the ground and the concept of the ballistic parachute as an emergency safety system, the Martin Jetpack was flown to around 1500m (5000ft), brought down from this height and an off-the-shelf ballistic parachute was deployed.The aircraft was flown by James via radio control in a chasing helicopter - also demonstrating the ability of the technology to apply to UAV applications. Jetson, Martin Aircraft Company's weighted dummy was on board, and the parachute was placed out front for visibility and weight balancing.The video features inventor Glenn Martin and RC pilot James Bowker. The jetpack ascended initially at 4m/s (800ft/min) and the climb took about 6 minutes. The parachute was deployed at around 3000ft above ground level. The aircraft sustained some damage on impact, but we would expect that it is likely a pilot would have walked away from this emergency landing. The total flight was just under 10 minutes.
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Quebec mandatory religion course before Supreme Court - CBC
Man takes on Twitter over hate blog - CNN
ISPs wonder who will pay for surveillance bill - CTV
Gamblers misled about VLT payout rates? - Edmonton Journal
Senior jailed for egg biz - Edmonton Sun
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The Things That People Send Us
Talk about perfect timing to get this shot . . .
Gotta Comb
My Hair
For this Take!
The Martin Jetpack
To demonstrate flight high above the ground and the concept of the ballistic parachute as an emergency safety system, the Martin Jetpack was flown to around 1500m (5000ft), brought down from this height and an off-the-shelf ballistic parachute was deployed.The aircraft was flown by James via radio control in a chasing helicopter - also demonstrating the ability of the technology to apply to UAV applications. Jetson, Martin Aircraft Company's weighted dummy was on board, and the parachute was placed out front for visibility and weight balancing.The video features inventor Glenn Martin and RC pilot James Bowker. The jetpack ascended initially at 4m/s (800ft/min) and the climb took about 6 minutes. The parachute was deployed at around 3000ft above ground level. The aircraft sustained some damage on impact, but we would expect that it is likely a pilot would have walked away from this emergency landing. The total flight was just under 10 minutes.
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Winnie The Poo, All Grown Up
17/02/2012 06:53
She asked John what he had done over the weekend?
'I went to visit my Nana'.
'No, you went to visit your grandmother. Use 'Big People' words!'
She then asked Mitchell what he had done 'I took a ride on a choo-choo'.
She said. 'No, you took a ride on a train. You must remember to use 'Big People' words'.
She then asked little Alex what he had done? 'I read a book' he replied.
That's wonderful!' the teacher said.
'What book did you read?'
Alex thought real hard about it, then puffed out his chest with great pride and said, 'Winnie the Shit'.
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17/02/2012 06:53
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Remembering Hollywood Squares
17/02/2012 06:52
Q. Which of your five senses tends to diminish as you get older?
A. Charley Weaver: My sense of decency.
Q. In Hawaiian, does it take more than three words to say 'I Love You'?
A. Vincent Price: No, you can say it with a pineapple and a twenty.
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17/02/2012 06:52
Clever Ideas To Make Life Easier
17/02/2012 06:52
Why didn’t I think of that? You’ll be uttering those words more than once at these ingenious little tips, tricks and ideas that solve everyday problems, some you never knew you had!
Make an instant cupcake carrier by cutting crosses into a box lid:
For those who can't stand the scrunching and bunching: how to perfectly fold a fitted sheet:
Make an instant cupcake carrier by cutting crosses into a box lid:
For those who can't stand the scrunching and bunching: how to perfectly fold a fitted sheet:
A Little Taste Of Hawaii With The Aloha Kids
16/02/2012 06:32
That's local resident Bob Starko (above) during his swimming with the dolphins experience at Sea Life Park in Hawaii. Bob's hanging on to the dorsal fin being towed through the water, then holding a dolphin in his arms bottom left. Bottom right shows the giant sea turtles at the park. Photos by Jim Starko.
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Nortel collapse linked to Chinese hackers - CBC
Josh Powell burial plan sparks outrage - CNN
Drummond proposes drastic cuts in 'gloomy' report - CTV
Man dead after accident in pub parking lot - Edmonton Journal
McCann suspect denied bail - Edmonton Sun
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When you can't afford one, make one . . .
Just A
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Purple Squirrel Mystery
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Coffee At Timmy's
16/02/2012 06:32
The music was really loud so I timed my fart with the beat of the music.
After a couple of songs I started to feel better. I finished my coffee and noticed that everyone was staring at me.
I suddenly remembered I was listening to my iPod.
And how was your day?
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16/02/2012 06:32
* Cake for breakfast? Study says go for it.
* NH weighs ban on scents worn by state workers.
* Lawrence Egbert: The new Dr. Death.
* Jet forced to land after attack on pilot.
* The French don't see the funny side of things.
READER RESPONSE:
Don,
After reading the bit about New Hampshire (above), I'm wondering if the state will ban air fresheners?
After you read the list of ingredients, you might not want to inhale that 'aroma' either.
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16/02/2012 06:31
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10 Weird Food Delicacies From Around the World
16/02/2012 06:31
They may not be to everyone’s tastes, but the following foods, whilst considered weird and bizarre to some of us, are considered delicious delicacies in other countries.
See them all here.
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16/02/2012 06:31
The Curious Statues Of Thailand
15/02/2012 02:55
Our travelling couple Doug and Helen come across some strange statues in Thailand.
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Legalize pot say former B.C. attorneys general - CBC
FCC to impose new limits on robocalls - CNN
Mountie had shots of vodka to calm nerves - CTV
RCMP shootings: Truck, sniper rifle found - Edmonton Journal
Steep power bills spark outrage - Edmonton Sun
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A new species called the coffee owl . . .
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C-130J Demo Paris 2011
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Songwriters Showcase with Ken Flaherty
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Legalize pot say former B.C. attorneys general - CBC
FCC to impose new limits on robocalls - CNN
Mountie had shots of vodka to calm nerves - CTV
RCMP shootings: Truck, sniper rifle found - Edmonton Journal
Steep power bills spark outrage - Edmonton Sun
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A new species called the coffee owl . . .
Whoops!
That Hedge
Was Too High
C-130J Demo Paris 2011
A flying demonstration you will not soon forget.
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Playing Tomorrow Night At LB's Pub
Songwriters Showcase with Ken Flaherty
The Present
15/02/2012 02:55
They hadn't been seeing each other for very long and she lived in Scotland .
Chris consulted with his sister and decided, after careful consideration, that a pair of good quality gloves would strike the right note, not too romantic and not too personal.
Off he went with his sister to Harrods and they selected a dainty pair of fur lined quality leather gloves. His sister bought a pair of sexy knickers for herself at the same time.
Harrods had a free gift wrap offer but the assistant mixed up the two items, the sister got the gloves and Chris unknowingly got the knickers.
Good old Chris sent off his gift wrapped present in a parcel with the following letter.
Dear Maggie,
I chose these because I've noticed that you are not wearing any when we go out in the evenings. If it had not been for my sister I would have chosen the long ones with buttons, but she wears shorter ones (which are easier to remove).
These are a very delicate shade, but the lady I bought them from showed me the pair she had been wearing for the past three weeks and I hardly noticed any marks.
I had her try yours on for me and she looked really smart in them even though they were a little bit tight on her. She also said that they rub against her ring which helps keep it clean. In fact she hasn't needed to wash it since she began wearing them.
I wish I was there to put them on for you the first time, as no doubt many other hands will touch them before I have a chance to see you again.
When you take them off remember to blow into them a little bit because they will be naturally a little damp from wearing.
Just imagine how many times my lips will kiss them during the coming year.
I hope you will wear them for me on our next date.
All my love,
Chris
P.S. My mum tells me that the latest style is to wear them folded down with a little bit of fur showing.
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15/02/2012 02:55
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15/02/2012 02:54
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14/02/2012 05:04
A Little Taste Of Hawaii With The Aloha Kids
Hello The Don,
Today Bob and I and my cousin and her husband from Winnipeg took The Bus and hiked from the bus stop at the base of the Diamond Head Crater all the way to the top. My pedometer tells me it is about 5,000 steps each way. The Diamond Head compound is built into the crater of an extinct volcano and, of course, during WWII it was a major U.S. Army installation on Oahu. The military is still active there today.
The shot above is a little hamburger stand they have inside the crater at the base, just before you start hiking upward. Look at the name. Neat, eh? (Editor's Note: The Starko's dog is named 'Magoo'.) 
This shot, above, is taken from just about the summit of the crater of some beach houses and the Pacific Ocean. Those houses probably go for somewhere between $5 - 10 million.
The last shot is the view from the top of Diamond Head looking back toward Waikiki Beach and the fourth is a shot of one of the numerous Army bunkers that are built right into the mountain. You have to go through three or four of these small bunkers to get to the summit.
Cheers,
Jim and Bob
The Aloha Kids
SINC SAYS:
Thanks guys! Your pictures and story make us all feel like we're there.
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Valentine's Day: By the numbers - CBC
Radical cleric released from UK jail - CNN
Houston was still alive when paramedics arrived - CTV
Teenage boy killed by train in Leduc - Edmonton Journal
Vancouver most expensive NA city - Edmonton Sun
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Cat Carefully
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The Beauty Of Pollination
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Chicken Surprise
14/02/2012 05:04
Just as the wife is about to serve herself, the lid of the pot rises slightly and she briefly sees two beady little eyes looking around before the lid slams back down.
'Good grief, did you see that?' she asks her husband. He hadn't, so she asks him to look in the pot. He reaches for it and again the lid rises, and he sees two little eyes looking around before it slams down. Rather perturbed, he calls the waiter over, explains what is happening, and demands an explanation.
'Please sir,' says the waiter, 'What you order?'
The husband replies, 'Chicken Surprise.'
'Ah! So sorry,' says the waiter, 'I bring you Peeking Duck!'
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14/02/2012 05:04
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Who Knew?
14/02/2012 05:04
To remove old wax from a glass candle holder, put it in the freezer for a few hours. Then take the candle holder out and turn it upside down. The wax will fall out.
Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag, dipped in baking soda. Comes off with little effort (elbow grease that is!).
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14/02/2012 05:04
Bits 'N Pieces From St. Albert's Place Readers
13/02/2012 01:25
They Are Ruining Our National Park
* The recent approval of the Skywalk project in Jasper National Park brought these comments:
Don,
The best thing that those of us who oppose it is DO NOT GO THERE. Encourage everyone we know to not go there. If the numbers are small enough perhaps they will not approve such a foolish edifice in the future. Or it may be like Servus Place and they will serve Starbuck's coffee to make an extra buck or two!
Disappointed
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
The Feds need their heads examined for allowing such commercialization in our national parks. It stinks.
Readers Smell A Set-up By The City
* Councillor Roger Lemieux's column, "Servus Place a facility to take pride in", in the St. Albert Leader brought these comments:
I thought you would get a real kick out of this I read online! What is Lemieux smoking anyhow?
P.S. Check out the editorial cartoon in the St. Albert Leader Thursday. What a hoot and how true! Occifer Crouse.
Need A Vacation
St. Albert
Hey Sinc,
What's going on with the city trying to make $ervu$ Place look good? First in the Leader on Thursday, councillor Lemieux tries to sell the idea it's a good thing, then in the Gazette on Saturday some out-of-towner who just happens to work on a city committee does the very same thing. If you ask me, it looks like a set-up, doesn't it?
Not Foolin' Me
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
The column is obviously pure propaganda intended to try and make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. As for that other letter, it only raises suspicion that the city is somehow involved in trying to convince us that $ervu$ Place is worth the tax burden. I call foul based on just too much coincidence. If it's so good and citizens love it so much, why does it lose about a million bucks every single year with zero improvement in many years?
That's One Big Fish!
* This 40 foot shark was found dead in the Arabian Sea near the city of Karachi, Pakistan. The fishermen charging 20 rupees (22 cents) to view the fish. The police had to step in to restore order due to the influx of people who wanted to see the creature. They estimated weight is 20 tonnes.
Paul C
Edmonton
SINC SAYS:
That's one heck of a big fish Paul.
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Manitoba man dies after falling off moving SUV - CBC
European crude drives up U.S. gas prices - CNN
Coroner confirms Whitney Houston found in bathtub - CTV
Koe cruises to Brier berth - Edmonton Journal
Health Canada approves cancer drug - Edmonton Sun
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Makes you wonder how many ladies will respond . . .
That's One
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Food On My Dog
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Playing Valentine's Day Only At LB's Pub
Folks, we are honoured and excited to have
WENDELL FERGUSON
Join us for this night.
Seven time CCMA guitar player of the year, 2006 CCMA album of the year nominee, and a JUNO nominee. Also hosted the CCMA'S with Paul Brandt in 2005. He is touring through Alberta and will be sitting in on guitar and performing a mini accoustic set.
February 14
VALENTINES JAM
GERALD MOELLERING (Guitar) AND
STEVE HARTLEY (Guitar and vocals)
and a very special guest appearance by
WENDELL FERGUSON (Guitar and vocals)
GERALD - A guitarist I have been wanting to get onto the Tuesday Moosehead Show for a while. I have had an opportunity to appear at a few jam sessions on stage with Gerald and watched him perform with his current band Paula Perro and No Foolin'. Gerald has a great knack for timing and tasty fill-in guitar breaks. Great tone and shows a lot of respect to fellow players on stage live. Gerald's influences include Robin Ford, Albert King, and John Mayall just to name a few. Gerald was the guitarist, along side Truck-Randy big daddy Forsberg on bass, as Bo Diddley's back up band. Gerald also does sideman work with the band Chain of Fools occasionally. Website here.
STEVE - It has been a while featuring this popular local singer. Steve is diligent with his musical work and was a huge help to us in building St. Albert's live music scene. He has appeared at festivals and stages across western Canada in the past 10 years mostly with his band Trainwreck. Regular appearances in rock and blues rooms or festivals keeps him busy. I have recognized Steve as one of the gutsiest, in your face, lets just do this thing, performers on stage live. Keep an eye and ear out for his band Trainwreck. Website here.
WENDELL - I am very excited to have Wendell popping in on us to sit in with our night . Thank you Charlie Deshane for getting us hooked up. Folks this musician has won the CCMA guitarist of the year so many times (seven) that they have retired him from the award. He was also nominated for the album of the year in 2006 and hosted the CCMA's in 2005 with Paul Brandt. Wendell has spent years backing and recording with many, many big name artists. One of Canada's finest, Wendell is passing through and we are very excited to have this very respected performer join us for some fun time jammin'. Visit his website and check it out. We invite you to come enjoy a valentines night jam with your special one.
Other websites here and here.
The Tuesday
Moosehead/Barsnbands
Open Stage
Every Tuesday night from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Hosts Mark Ammar, Jim Dyck and Randy Forsberg
Moosehead Beer Specials and barsnbands prizes
Moosehead Beer
Barsnbands
* The recent approval of the Skywalk project in Jasper National Park brought these comments:
The best thing that those of us who oppose it is DO NOT GO THERE. Encourage everyone we know to not go there. If the numbers are small enough perhaps they will not approve such a foolish edifice in the future. Or it may be like Servus Place and they will serve Starbuck's coffee to make an extra buck or two!
Disappointed
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
The Feds need their heads examined for allowing such commercialization in our national parks. It stinks.
Readers Smell A Set-up By The City
I thought you would get a real kick out of this I read online! What is Lemieux smoking anyhow?
P.S. Check out the editorial cartoon in the St. Albert Leader Thursday. What a hoot and how true! Occifer Crouse.
Need A Vacation
St. Albert
Hey Sinc,
What's going on with the city trying to make $ervu$ Place look good? First in the Leader on Thursday, councillor Lemieux tries to sell the idea it's a good thing, then in the Gazette on Saturday some out-of-towner who just happens to work on a city committee does the very same thing. If you ask me, it looks like a set-up, doesn't it?
Not Foolin' Me
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
The column is obviously pure propaganda intended to try and make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. As for that other letter, it only raises suspicion that the city is somehow involved in trying to convince us that $ervu$ Place is worth the tax burden. I call foul based on just too much coincidence. If it's so good and citizens love it so much, why does it lose about a million bucks every single year with zero improvement in many years?
That's One Big Fish!
Paul C
Edmonton
SINC SAYS:
That's one heck of a big fish Paul.
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Welcome To St. Albert's Place Live Chat
Links To Other Stories In The News:
Manitoba man dies after falling off moving SUV - CBC
European crude drives up U.S. gas prices - CNN
Coroner confirms Whitney Houston found in bathtub - CTV
Koe cruises to Brier berth - Edmonton Journal
Health Canada approves cancer drug - Edmonton Sun
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The Things That People Send Us
Makes you wonder how many ladies will respond . . .
That's One
Tasty Ear
You've Got!
Food On My Dog
A patient dog eventually gets a reward.
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Playing Valentine's Day Only At LB's Pub
WENDELL FERGUSON
Join us for this night.
Seven time CCMA guitar player of the year, 2006 CCMA album of the year nominee, and a JUNO nominee. Also hosted the CCMA'S with Paul Brandt in 2005. He is touring through Alberta and will be sitting in on guitar and performing a mini accoustic set.
February 14
VALENTINES JAM
GERALD MOELLERING (Guitar) AND
STEVE HARTLEY (Guitar and vocals)
and a very special guest appearance by
WENDELL FERGUSON (Guitar and vocals)
GERALD - A guitarist I have been wanting to get onto the Tuesday Moosehead Show for a while. I have had an opportunity to appear at a few jam sessions on stage with Gerald and watched him perform with his current band Paula Perro and No Foolin'. Gerald has a great knack for timing and tasty fill-in guitar breaks. Great tone and shows a lot of respect to fellow players on stage live. Gerald's influences include Robin Ford, Albert King, and John Mayall just to name a few. Gerald was the guitarist, along side Truck-Randy big daddy Forsberg on bass, as Bo Diddley's back up band. Gerald also does sideman work with the band Chain of Fools occasionally. Website here.
STEVE - It has been a while featuring this popular local singer. Steve is diligent with his musical work and was a huge help to us in building St. Albert's live music scene. He has appeared at festivals and stages across western Canada in the past 10 years mostly with his band Trainwreck. Regular appearances in rock and blues rooms or festivals keeps him busy. I have recognized Steve as one of the gutsiest, in your face, lets just do this thing, performers on stage live. Keep an eye and ear out for his band Trainwreck. Website here.
WENDELL - I am very excited to have Wendell popping in on us to sit in with our night . Thank you Charlie Deshane for getting us hooked up. Folks this musician has won the CCMA guitarist of the year so many times (seven) that they have retired him from the award. He was also nominated for the album of the year in 2006 and hosted the CCMA's in 2005 with Paul Brandt. Wendell has spent years backing and recording with many, many big name artists. One of Canada's finest, Wendell is passing through and we are very excited to have this very respected performer join us for some fun time jammin'. Visit his website and check it out. We invite you to come enjoy a valentines night jam with your special one.
Other websites here and here.
Moosehead/Barsnbands
Open Stage
Every Tuesday night from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Hosts Mark Ammar, Jim Dyck and Randy Forsberg
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Speed It Up Please?
13/02/2012 01:25
I said, "Yes, it's all under control. It's been a very busy day, I haven't stopped."
"Can you do me a favour?" he asked.
I said, "Of course, what is it?"
Speed it up a little, I'm in the foursome behind you."
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13/02/2012 01:25
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The World's 10 Best Sandwiches
13/02/2012 01:25
But therein lies another problem. With so many choices, how do you prevent disappointment?
In comes us. We've spent an unhealthy amount of time salivating over the greatest the world has to offer between two slices of bread and put together a list of the ultimate ten.
Take a deep breath, clear some space for that drool spot and read on ...
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13/02/2012 01:25
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Soaking Up The Sunshine In Hawaii
12/02/2012 06:39
Hanauma Bay
Local residents Jim and brother Bob Starko are currently soaking up the sun in Hawaii. They were good enough to send us some shots of the locale, although likely to 'rub it in' just a bit, as we freeze our tails off these days. Thanks for sharing guys!
Pali Lookout (left) and Old Pali Road
Bomb Squad Called Out For Hoax In Edmonton
Don,
There was a package found near 122 Ave. and 103 St. in Edmonton and city police moved in with the bomb squad around lunch time. The first explosion was the one I saw and it was a block and half form my home. There was white debris flying everywhere. Police would not let anybody out of their homes and had taped off the alleys and streets. It was quite scary to say the least. Police set up command post in front of my home. Police told me to stay in my home because I was in the bomb radius.
Paul C
Edmonton
SINC SAYS:
Gee Paul you sure do have a nose for news. Thanks for sending along all those pictures. As it turned out, it was called a hoax, but one can never be too careful.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Manitoba trailer fire kills four - CBC
Whitney Houston through the years - CNN
Married drivers get fewer tickets - CTV
New law could allow police to monitor online - Edmonton Journal
The 2012 Grammy Awards preview - Edmonton Sun
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NASA Mission Returns First Video From Moon's Far Side
A camera aboard one of NASA's twin Gravity Recovery And Interior Laboratory (GRAIL) lunar spacecraft has returned its first unique view of the far side of the moon. MoonKAM, or Moon Knowledge Acquired by Middle school students, will be used by students nationwide to select lunar images for study.
Read the full story here.
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The North American Beer Festival
12/02/2012 06:39
The guy from Budweiser says, 'I'd like the best beer in the world, give me 'The King Of Beers', a Budweiser.' The bartender gives him one.
The guy from Coors says, 'I'd like the only beer made with Rocky Mountain spring water, give me a Coors.' He gets it.
The guy from Molson Canadian sits down and says, 'Give me a Coke.' The bartender is a little taken aback, but gives him what he ordered.
The other brewery presidents look over at him and ask, 'Why aren't you drinking a Molson's?'
The Molson Canadian president replies, 'Well, I figured if you guys aren't drinking beer, neither would I.'
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12/02/2012 06:39
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Life's Funny Experiences
12/02/2012 06:39
They reached the altar and the waiting groom; the bride kissed her father and placed something in his hand.
The guests in the front pews responded with ripples of laughter.
Even the minister smiled broadly.
As her father gave her away in marriage, the bride gave him back his credit card.
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