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Obituaries for Tuesday 31 May 2011 Cape Breton_Nova Scotia
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Obituaries for May 31, 2011
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Louis ‘Libby’ Carocci
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Louis ‘Libby’ Carocci, of Maloney Street, Whitney Pier, Sydney, at his home on Sunday, May 29, 2011. Born in Whitney Pier, he was the son of the late Angelo and Philemina Carocci. He was a retired employee of the City of Sydney and…
Published May 31, 2011
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Miriam Carmelita ‘Carmie’ Livingstone Carey
Surrounded by her loving family, Carmie passed away peacefully Monday, May 30, 2011, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Jessie Livingstone. She will be sadly missed by her husband of 40 years, Bill Carey; her sons, Todd…
Published May 31, 2011
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Wendell Lillington
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden unexpected passing of Wendell Lillington on May 28, 2011, in the Northside General Hospital with family members by his side. Born in Isle aux Morts, Nfld., he was a son of the late Joshua and Sarah (Harvey) Lillington. Wendell was the last…
Published May 31, 2011
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Bertilla Whalen
Bertilla Marie Whalen passed away Friday, May 27, 2011 at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, she is the daughter of “Benefit” Joe and Nellie MacDonald. She is survived by her husband and best friend of 63 years, Donald “Whip” Whalen; one sister, Ursula Devan, Sydney; her…
Published May 31, 2011
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M. Angeline O’Connor
M. Angeline O’Connor, 97, of Bedford, passed away Friday, May 27, 2011, peacefully at home. Born in Big Pond Centre, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of Dan and Margaret (MacDonald) MacLellan. A graduate of the Provincial Normal School, she taught school in Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario,…
Published May 31, 2011
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Obituaries for Friday 27 May 2011 Cape Breton_Nova Scotia
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Obituaries for May 27, 2011
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ALMA LAYES
GRACESIDE SERVICE A graveside service for the late Alma Layes (Boozan) will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at 11 a.m., St. Anthony’s Cemetery, Glace Bay. Light lunch in the church basement after the service.
Published May 27, 2011
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Wiliam Adshade
Passed away peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Cambridge, Ont., on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Marguerite (nee Hurding). Loving father of Shannon (Patty), Lindy (Dean Botelho) and Wanda (Chris Burgess). Cherished grandfather of Britany, Shayne (Terry),…
Published May 27, 2011
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Douglas Brown
We regret to announce the passing of Douglas Brown, 49, formerly of Sydney Mines. He passed away at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, Alta., after a brief illness. Born on Aug. 15, 1961, he was the son of Marguerite (Harding) Brown and the late Wilfred Brown. Doug is survived by…
Published May 27, 2011
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Keith MacNevin
His family regrets to announce the sudden passing of Keith on Monday, May 23, 2011, in Toronto, Ont. He was born in O’Leary, P.E.I., on Aug. 24, 1946, the son of the late Roderick and Irene MacNevin. In his younger years, Keith belonged to the Canadian military police. Later, he worked for…
Published May 27, 2011
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Erven Cestnick Sr.
A funeral service for Erven Cestnick Sr. will take place on Sunday, May 29, 2011, at 2 p.m. in Calvin United Church, New Waterford with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Burial in Forest Haven. Luncheon to follow in the church hall. Arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers…
Published May 27, 2011
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William ‘Bill’ J. Penny
It is with broken hearts the family announces the passing of a special husband, father and grandfather, William ‘Bill’ Penny, 87, on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at Harbour View Hospital Veterans Wing, Sydney Mines. Born in North Sydney, Bill was the son of the late John and Rena (Lynch) Penny….
Published May 27, 2011
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Frances Marie Basque
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mom, grandmother, aunt and sister, Frances Marie Basque, surrounded by her loving family and friends at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital in Baddeck, N.S. Born in Wagmatcook, she was the daughter of the late Simon and Mary…
Published May 27, 2011
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Rosalie (Thurbide) MacLean
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Rosalie MacLean, a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend on Wednesday, May 25, 2011. Born in Alder Point on Aug. 14, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Mary (Deveaux) Thurbide. She was a…
Published May 27, 2011
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Milicent ‘Millie’ Sellars
Passed away in her 73rd year, at the Belleville General Hospital on Thursday, April 28, 2011, with her family by her side, following a courageous battle with cancer. Daughter of the late Lawrence and Ena Wilson of Tancook Island. Beloved wife for 50 years of Earl Sellars formerly of New…
Published May 27, 2011
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Samantha MacDougall
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Brian Gouthro (Jennifer Wall), inform you of the sudden passing of his beautiful daughter, Samantha Madison MacDougall on May 23, 2011. She is survived by her sisters, Chasity and Arianna; as well as her brother, Cole; her grandmother, Debbie…
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Monday 23 May 2011 IN CANADIAN HISTORY-Cape Breton Island-Nova Scotia
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Today's Canadian Headline... |
| 1885 | POUNDMAKER ENDS REBELLION
Fort Pitt Saskatchewan – Poundmaker 1826-1886 surrenders with his Cree warriors and 150 Metis on hearing of Riel’s defeat; will be sentenced to three years in Stony Mountain Penitentiary; end of North West Rebellion. |
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| 1911 |
And in Today's Canadian Birthdays... Lou Brouillard 1911-
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| 1986 | Washington DC – US imposes 35% tariff on imported Canadian cedar shakes and shingles. |
| 1982 | Vatican City – Pope John Paul beatifies Canadians Brother André Bessette and Mother Marie Rose; first steps toward sainthood. |
| 1981 | Toronto Ontario – Canada’s Wonderland amusement park opens north of the city, just west of Maple. |
| 1975 | Cannes France – Michel Brault 1928- co-winner of Best Direction award at Cannes Film Festival for film Les Ordres; feature about the 1970 October Crisis. |
| 1974 | Fredericton New Brunswick – New Brunswick first province with a common law background to draft statutes in both official languages. |
| 1968 | London England – Lester B. Pearson 1897-1972 invited by British Broadcasting Corporation to give the BBC Reith Lectures for this year. |
| 1967 | Toronto Ontario – Ontario Government’s GO Transit inaugurated; commuter rail service between Pickering, Toronto, Oakville and Hamilton under an operating agreement with Canadian National. |
| 1962 | Montreal Quebec – Engineers start drilling first stretch of tunnel for Montreal’s new Metro subway system. |
| 1956 | Toronto Ontario – Arthur J. Trebilcock appointed first full time President of the Toronto Stock Exchange; former Secretary of the Standard Exchange; J.G.K. Strathy fills new post of TSE Chairman. |
| 1944 | Pontecorvo Italy – First Canadian Corps starts breaking through Hitler Line across Liri Valley, near Monte Cassino; British and Canadians occupy Pontecorvo. |
| 1943 | Vancouver BC – William Aberhart dies; radio evangelist, founding leader of Alberta’s Social Credit Party. |
| 1933 | Ottawa Ontario – Parliament passes Canadian National-Canadian Pacific Act; directing the two companies to cooperate during the Depression. |
| 1929 | Regina Saskatchewan – Canada’s first airborne wedding takes place in a bi-plane over Regina. |
| 1929 | Edmonton Alberta – First non-stop Winnipeg-to-Edmonton flight made in six hours and 48 minutes. |
| 1888 | Ottawa Ontario – Charles Tupper 1821-1915 resigns from Commons to return to Canadian High Commission in London; serves until Jan 14, 1896. |
| 1853 | Montreal Quebec – Founding of the Canadian Steam Navigation Company, to offer transatlantic service to Britain. |
| 1842 | Toronto Ontario – Architect Barlow Cumberland lays the cornerstone of King’s College; now University College of the University of Toronto. |
| 1819 | London England – John Franklin 1786-1847 sails on the Prince of Wales to explore the Arctic coast from mouth of Coppermine River to Repulse Bay; with Robert Hood, George Back and Dr. John Richardson. [recounted in Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea in the Years 1819-1820]. |
| 1766 | Annapolis Nova Scotia – Benjamin Green 1713-1772 appointed administrator of Nova Scotia; serves until Aug. 22, 1766. |
| 1541 | St-Malo France – Jacques Cartier 1491-1557 leaves on his third voyage, with five ships and 1500 men, including Guyon, Vicomte de Beaupré; drinking water runs out on a miserable three month crossing. |
| 1633 | Paris France – Samuel de Champlain appointed Governor of New France. |
Daily Horoscopes for Sunday 22 May 2011 Cape Breton Island
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General Daily Horoscope
The Sun’s dynamic square to fuzzy Neptune confuses us by blurring our senses today. Our dreams can lure us off track if we cannot distinguish facts from fantasies. The restless Gemini Sun entices us with choices, but a cluster of planets in bull-headed Taurus creates inertia, making a change of direction more difficult, even if it’s a smart idea. Meanwhile, the intelligent Aquarius Moon gives us logical reasons to validate what we think we know.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
You are inspired to put your finances in order today, but it may be challenging to actually follow through on your intentions. Handling money matters requires singular concentration, yet your vivid imagination can interfere with your ability to stay focused. Nevertheless, your fiscal stability is a worthwhile goal, so every time you wander off in your thoughts, just bring yourself back to the job at hand.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
Your key planet Venus is squared by the rational Aquarius Moon, emphasizing the conflict between what you want and what you truly need. You are eager to share your thoughts with someone you trust while talkative Mercury is in your sign. You might think that you’re being perfectly clear now, but your actions don’t seem to support your words. It may be a better strategy to work diligently toward reaching satisfaction without saying too much for a day or two.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
Mercury the Messenger is revving up your brain and activating your 12th House of Secrets. You have a lot to say, but aren’t sure how to work your thoughts into a conversation. You don’t necessarily want to be left alone today now that the Sun is in your 1st House of Self, but a miscommunication or a misunderstanding might disrupt your social plans. The good news is that it’s easier to stay on your path if you have fewer distractions.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
You are lulled into a surreal mental space but the emotionally detached Aquarius Moon is visiting your 8th House of Transformation, encouraging you to use your intellect to interpret the mysterious symbols of your dreams. Unfortunately, this may be a dead end strategy because rational analysis won’t uncover any hidden meaning. Instead, follow your imagination and you’ll remember what your subconscious mind is trying to tell you when you least expect it.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
The conceptual Aquarius Moon’s visit to your 7th House of Partners could attract a very intelligent person into your life who believes that he or she has the answers you seek. But you don’t want to be distracted by anyone because you’re trying to figure out how you will get through the time crunch that you now face. Ultimately, you can create unnecessary frustration by concentrating on what’s ahead before you handle a more immediate situation first.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Your unrestrained idealism might tempt you to set your sights too high today. Thankfully, your approach is methodical and you can prioritize all the chores that you want to finish. But you may have to let some of your pet projects fall to the wayside. Being selective and eliminating non-essential chores should help you feel less anxious, especially if you preemptively handle a potential problem, rather than waiting for it to turn into a minor disaster.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Your key planet Venus has been cavorting with noisy Mercury and pushy Mars, replacing sweet romance with tough talk. Fortunately, you can reclaim your sensuality now by shifting the focus to nebulous Neptune. Let go of your personal tastes and specific desires by detaching yourself from what may happen. Don’t waste time by letting others know what you want. Instead, surrender to the flow; you can always check your GPS tomorrow and then decide where to go next.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
The Sun’s entry into your 8th House of Deep Sharing reminds you that dancing around surface issues isn’t all that fulfilling. You want to build meaningful relationships with close friends or family. However, your desires may be thwarted by someone who has a very different agenda. Don’t try to talk the other person into seeing things your way; the more you interact today, the further apart you grow, so avoid lengthy explanations at all costs.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
You might think you have a very practical strategy to finish your long list of chores today, but your idealistic solutions may fall apart once you start executing your plans. You could underestimate how much time a job could take, or maybe you discover that you’re missing an important tool. Either way, working faster isn’t the answer. Ironically, you’ll finish sooner if you slow down. Doing a job right the first time is more efficient than having to do it again.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
You can grow anxious when you misinterpret what’s happening in your life today, especially if your lack of clarity has to do with financial matters. The Moon’s visit to your 2nd House of Self-Worth puts money on your mind, and a dreamy Sun-Neptune square can inflate your expectations and set you up for disappointment. Avoid discouragement by remaining realistic about your resources and staying aware of the time and money that will be necessary to make a creative idea worthwhile.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Today you seem to be attracted to anything that allows you to lose yourself in a crowd of people or get caught up in a group cause. But you won’t be able to run away from yourself because you’ll probably bump into someone you know just when you thought you escaped. Rather than trying to sidestep a difficult emotional interaction, just stay present with your feelings. You might be pleasantly surprised by what happens when you show up with your heart and not just your head.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
The Sun’s square to your key planet Neptune can act like a green light that’s inviting you to luxuriate in the rich symbolism of your imagination. Fortunately, you’re not a stranger to slipping behind the veil of consciousness. However, it’s challenging now to put your dreams to work. Today is your day of rest; instead of actively planning your next move, just let your mind wander without any specific agenda.
Daily Horoscopes for Friday 20 May 2011 Cape Breton Island
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ARIES
(Mar. 21- April 20)
Take advantage of moneymaking ventures. You can expect opposition at work. Don’t let your competition be privy to information that could be incriminating. Be cautious when dealing with foreigners.
TAURUS
(Apr. 21- may 21)
You will be well looked upon due to your compassionate and giving nature. Think about your priorities. Changes regarding your image will bring you greater confidence.
GEMINI
(May 22-June 21)
Your ability to help others will win you points. Get involved in the activities of children. You need to spend some time reflecting on past experiences and involvements.
CANCER
(June 22-July 22)
Think before you act. You could overreact to emotional situations regarding your relationship. You can take advantage of opportunities if you are quick to make a move.
LEO
(July 23-Aug 22)
Travel or short trips will probably be your best outlet. Do not push your opinions or try to reform your emotional partner today. Passion will be your only answer.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
Family members may feel anxious if you make promises you don’t deliver. Do what you can but don’t jeopardize your health trying to please everyone. Romance will develop if you get involved in social events that deal with children.
LIBRA
(Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
Plan your social events carefully. You need to get out and have some fun to reduce tension. Your interests could lead you down avenues you never realized existed.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 24 – Nov. 22)
You will need to spend extra time sorting through your work. Opportunities to make advancements through good business sense are evident. Do not allow colleagues to hinder your ambitions.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
Get promises in writing or you will be disappointed. This is a wonderful day to look into courses or hobbies that interest you. Difficulties with older females in your family may turn out to be quite trivial after all.
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
Put your energy into self-improvement programs that promise to make you into a better you. Try to channel your energy into physical work. Take care when dealing with older relatives.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 21 -Feb. 19)
Don’t let your emotions interfere with moneymaking deals. You will need to take a look at the renovations that are necessary and try to find the cheapest way to get things done. Your fun loving approach will be admired and appreciated by others.
PISCES
(Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Your domestic scene could continue to be in an uproar today. Overindulgence may be a problem. Unexpected events may be upsetting.
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Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday 18 May 2011 Cape Breton Island
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ARIES
(Mar. 21- April 20)
Avoid any confrontations with colleagues. You are best to put in some overtime rather than get involved in family gatherings. You will have to make changes in order to eliminate the tension.
TAURUS
(Apr. 21- may 21)
Your health may suffer if you don’t control your present situation. Make changes to your home that will be pleasing to everyone involved. Children may cause limitations.
GEMINI
(May 22-June 21)
Try to understand both sides of the issue before taking sides. Your philanthropic contributions will bring you praise. Visit friends you don’t get to see that often.
CANCER
(June 22-July 22)
Someone you live with could be frustrated and upset. Minor accidents could cause trauma and major setbacks. Minor health problems will flare up if you don’t take care of yourself.
LEO
(July 23-Aug 22)
Dealing with foreigners will be most enlightening. Hidden assets can be doubled if you play your cards correctly. You need to concentrate on the areas where you can make a difference.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
Think about taking the time to complete unfinished domestic chores. Proceed with caution if operating equipment or vehicles. Problems with financial investments could make you nervous.
LIBRA
(Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
Be courteous if you wish to avoid major delays. You could find yourself caught in a one sided relationship. Take time to deal with the concerns of children.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 24 – Nov. 22)
You may not have the same ideas when it comes to what you both enjoy. You need to look into ways to change your self-image. You can enhance your cash flow if you pick up additional skills.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
Discuss your objectives with peers or lovers. You will be highly sensitive to comments made by your lover. Today will be rather hectic on the domestic scene.
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
Try to curb your tongue and let others at least get a word in. You may have a problem keeping secrets. You can find out interesting information if you get a chance to talk to people you respect.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 21 -Feb. 19)
Avoid boredom by being creative in your endeavors. Take positive action. Minor accidents could occur if you don’t take precautions.
PISCES
(Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Your changing attitudes may be causing concern for your partner. Emotional upset at work will set you back. You will find the excitement gratifying
Top Time-Lapse Videos Show Nature at Work
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Top Time-Lapse Videos Show Nature at Work
The world is filled with sluggish spectacles. Watching them would be painful were it not for time-lapse photography, which can make those long stories short and remarkably entertaining.
When a phenomenon happens very slowly, viewing accelerated footage helps scientists take a step back and see the big picture: At higher speeds, things that we regard as fixed take motion — even the dullest scenes spring to life.
Here are Wired Science’s picks of the best time-lapse videos of nature at work.
Denver Snowstorm
Corn Growing
Caterpillars Becoming Butterflies
Magic Mushrooms Growing
Earth Rise
Rotting Apple
Thunderstorm
Aurora Borealis
Simi Valley Firestorm
Old Photos and Memories of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia 