VALLEY EAST TODAY
ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
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Welcome to The Valley East Today Electronic Newsletter - a weekly publication that contains feature articles and information that will be of general interest to all people living in the Greater Sudbury Area.

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"VALLEY EAST - A PLACE TO GROW" - Greetings From the Publisher, ROBERT KIRWAN

     

This is the 10th Weekly Issue of the Valley East Today Electronic Newsletter. It also commemorates a "new beginning" for the community in that we are about to focus our attention on one of the most important municipal elections ever held in this region. The results of the voting on November 13, 2006 will have more of an impact on the future of the City of Greater Sudbury than any other election in the past. It is imperative that the citizens of all twelve wards be completely informed of the major issues and their implications prior to November 13. Each week from now until the elections are held, we will try to provide some food for thought and generate some discussion on one or more of the major issues facing, not only the residents of Valley East, but also facing the entire City of Greater Sudbury. We look forward to your feedback and opinions as we all struggle with the challenges facing us today and tomorrow.

 

I hope you enjoy the feature articles and stories that are highlighted in this edition and I encourage you to forward this newsletter to as many of your friends and acquaintances in your "address book" as possible. With your help we expect the Valley East Today Electronic Newsletter to reach over 20,000 people each week. For more about the Valley East Today Community Web Site>>>

             

COMMENTS FROM READERS

  

We want to thank all of our readers who have taken time to send us feedback about the articles that have appeared in previous editions of the Electronic Newsletter. The Valley East Today Community Web Site has been created as a communication tool to help people from local communities keep in touch and connected. Please feel free to send us your comments. To read previous comments>>>>
  

EDITORIAL OF THE WEEK by Robert Kirwan
 
 

The Golden Box of Birthday Kisses…

As the story goes, one day a long time ago, a young mother walked into her 5-year old daughter’s bedroom and was extremely upset to see that the little girl had used almost a whole roll of expensive gold wrapping paper to decorate a small package about the size of a shoe box. While severely scolding her daughter, the mother quickly gathered the remaining paper, scotch tape and scissors. The child was told to get her pajamas on and go to bed immediately without watching TV or getting her usual bedtime snack. For the full>>>>

 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

  

Valley East Today Sets Up A New Office In The Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre

In order to increase exposure and also to make it more convenient for local residents to get in touch with us, Valley East Today will be operating out of a new location in the Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre. Robert Kirwan, President & Chief Executive Officer of Infocom Canada Business Consultants Inc., the company that owns and operates Valley East Today, decided to open up a "store-front office" in order to enhance the services his company provides to area businesses, community groups and residents alike. For more>>>>

  

EMPLOYMENT SECTION

 

Valley East & Capreol Residents Looking For Work Have A Virtual Place Of Their Own

Many local residents are hopeful that The Valley East Today Employment Services initiative will result in calls from business owners who are seeking help.  For more>>>>

     

Home-Based Businesses Will Benefit From Internet Exposure Opportunity

Valley East has a large number of individuals who are operating home-based businesses. The Valley East Today Employment Services initiative will give them an opportunity to promote their services to the general population in a manner which is very cost-effective. For more>>>>

  

MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2006

   

Residents Invited To Ask The Hard Questions To Municipal Politicians

A special section of Valley East Today is being devoted to keeping local voters informed about the positions taken on major issues by candidates for the November 2006 municipal election. For More>>>>

 

Ron Dupuis - Councillor for Ward 3

Keep informed about municipal activities and issues by loggin in to Ron Dupuis'  weekly column. For the latest>>>>

 

Ward Boundary Changes Set The Stage For Valley East & Capreol

The changes to the Ward boundaries for the November 13, 2006 election should benefit Valley East and Capreol. It is possible that almost 25% of the people governing the City of Greater Sudbury could be residents of these two communities. For More>>>>
  

THIS WEEK'S FEATURE ARTICLES

  
As President of the Parent Teacher Association for Ecole Notre Dame in Hanmer, Angele Mrochek is responsible for organizing many of the fund-raising and community activities for the school. This year her committee decided to try something different for their Annual Christmas Food Drive. For more>>>>

 

A Whole New Way To Purchase Pre-Owned Vehicles With Your Personal Independent Vehicle Agent

Masciangelo Motors has set the standard for the future as far as purchasing pre-owned vehicles is concerned. Just as you have a doctor to take care of your health needs; and a dentist to take care of your teeth; and a financial planner to take care of your investments; and a real estate broker to take care of buying and selling your home; and a lawyer to take care of your legal needs; you will soon see the advantage of appointing an Independent Vehicle Agent to find the right automobiles and trucks for your transportation needs.  For More>>>>

 

A Stay-At-Home Mom By Choice Who Is Living Her Dream

Angele Mrochek - A Passion For Life That Is Making All The Difference In The World For Her Family And Her Community School. For more>>>

 

Small Business Seminar Being Held in Valley East And Capreol

The “Stepping Stone” program offers business skills training and loan opportunities for existing or aspiring entreprenuers in Greater Sudbury. For more>>>

 
On March 2, 2006 The Easter Seal Society, Ontario will be hosting a Gala Dinner Event at the Steel Workers Hall starring Joey Nicefero of The Canadian Tenors and the Ida Sauvé Dancers. For more information>>>>

 

Local Students Among Winners of Greater Sudbury Library Bookmark Contest

Two local students were among the twelve winners out of 570 entrants in the Greater Sudbury Bookmark Design contest. For more>>>>

 

Enter the 2nd Annual Royal Valentine Contest At The Mall on February 11
Nicole Lemay Photography and the Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre will once again be sponsoring the 2nd Annual Royal Valentine Photo Contest this year at the mall. The event will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2006 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information>>>>>

 

Trailsmen Rod & Gun Club Have Something Special Planned For February 10 & 11
The trailsmen Rod & Gun Club would like the public to attend our Kids fish pond and membership drive at the Hanmer Shopping Centre on Feb., 10 & 11, 2006.  Learn more about the many programs that our club has to offer and bring your kids to fish for prizes. For More information>>>>
  

COMMUNITY REMINDERS

      

Theatre Tickets Will Make An Excellent Valentine's Day Gift

Community Living Greater Sudbury invites you to purchase tickets to their "Command Performance" fund-raiser at the Sudbury Theatre Centre. For More>>>

 

Youth Centre Is Open Friday Evenings For Teens

The Valley East Centre, which is situated just across from the Centennial Arena is still open Friday evenings for area teens. Susan Johnston, Chair of the Board, extends a special invitation to all local teens to come out this one night a week to share time with fellow teens. For more>>>>

      

Online Catalogue Of Values Will Feature In-Depth Articles About Mall Merchants

Over a dozen merchants from the Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre will be featured in this special section of the Valley East Today Community Web Site. Every month a new article will be added about each of the sponsors of this exciting 'online catalogue'. The articles will help you become more familiar with the goods and services being offered by the merchants. For more>>>>

  

This Week At The Mall

"This Week At The Mall" is a special feature found in The Vision Paper every Wednesday. The online-version consists of a schedule of activities and events that are planned to take place at the Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre during the year. Community groups and organizations will find the online catalogue to be a useful tool in planning their own fund-raising and public awareness activities. For more>>>>

  

Mall Walking Program Will Help Keep You Fit This Winter

There is no excuse for not keeping fit during the cold winter months when you live in Valley East or Capreol. If you do nothing else, you can at least spend an hour or so three or more times a week walking laps in the Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre. Five laps equals one mile - and it is warm, dry and pleasant. For more>>>>

 

Caroline
This week Caroline discusses the secret to a successful life. Check out all of her columns here>>>
 

FROM THE WORLD OF HOCKEY

  

Hockey Should Be Part of A Long-Term Personal Development Program For Children

A couple of years ago I received an email from a parent who lives in Southern California. She provided me with some background information on the hockey program in which her son is involved. It gave me a different perspective on the sport and generated some comparisons with Canadian hockey. For more>>>>
 

Main Issues Facing Minor Hockey Don't Change Much From Year To Year 

The After The Whistle hockey web site has been established as an information communication vehicle through which parents, coaches, players and fans of the game of hockey may express their opinions and feeling about issues of which they are concerned. Over the years, I have personally found that the issues don't seem to change much. For more>>>

  

BUSINESS SHOWCASE

 

The Valley East Today Community Web Site invites all readers to visit the web sites of the following local businesses which are trying their best to meet the needs of residents of Valley East and Capreol in providing them with the very best possible goods and services at the most reasonable prices around. Click on their names to be taken into their web sites and take a virtual tour:

 

Beswick Denture Clinic

Ron Gladu Photos

Masciangelo Motors

VCCNet.ca Internet Solutions

Reliable Security

Drago Men's Wear

Ron Dupuis Councillor

Sole Mates Family Footwear

Hanson Family Dentistry

Heatwave Tanning Salon

Clogbusters

Dixie Lee Chicken

The Dollar Klub

Desjardins' Food Basics

Pet Palace

The Source by Circuit City

Hanmer Home Hardware

Stan Thomas Solicitor

Drs. Dunlop & Labrecque Optometrists

Lou's Shoe Repair

The Cutting Boutique

The Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre
 

RECOMMENDED BUSINESS ARTICLES

 

Freeman Formal Wear Is The Choice That Makes Sense For Any Occasion

Rudy Mazzuca, owner of Drago's Men's Wear in Capreol, has been in the clothing business since he began working out of his popular Young Street store at the age of 15 for his father. So, with over 54 years of experience, and with 40 of those years providing well fitted formal attire for all kinds of functions from graduations to weddings and everything else in between, when Rudy puts his trust in Freeman Formal Wear, you know it is a good, reliable, dependable product! For More>>>>

             

Edgar Lajambe, owner of VCCNet Internet Solutions Keeps You Up To Date With Technology News

Whether it's information about digital phone service, web site hosting, or other advances being made with Internet Technology, you can visit Edgar Lajambe's web site to keep up to date. For More>>>>

 

Reliable Security Provides Free System to the Elderly

Barry Blais, owner of Reliable Security in Sudbury, is extremely impressed with the program that has been implemented by ADT for customers who are handicapped, wheelchair bound, or elderly. This is definitely something that will be of interest to children and caregivers. For More on this program>>>>

       

Ron Gladu Can Help You Keep Memories Alive By Simple Process of Transferring 8mm Film to DVD

Many people were swept up with the fad of taking 8mm movie films during the 50's and 60's. Today, most no longer have any way of showing those films. That is why transferring films from Super 8 and Regular 8 to DVD or video tape cassettes has become so popular. For more>>>>

 

Nicole Brunet Provides Sound Advice For Smokers With Dentures

The message is pretty simple. Smoking and Dentures do not mix. For more>>>>
 

LETTERS FROM OUR READERS  

    

Comments From Our Readers

If you would like to send us your comments about any of the articles in this newsletter or on the web site, please feel free to forward it to us at your convenience. We will be only too glad to post the comments in our special Readers" Comments Section. Please be sure to let us know if you would like to have your name published at the end of the comment.

   

rkirwan@infocomcanada.com

 
 

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