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U 3 MAR.ZOU ETS B report Page 3 THE EMBLÉE N RECORD The voice of the Eastern Townships since 1897 The Taylors: Married for 68 years Seniors section - Inside 75 CENTS + TAXES PM#0040007682 Thursday, February 27, 2014 Pretty in pink COURTESY BCS "£E& ¦ : J Bishop’s College School participated in Pink Shirt Day on Feb.26.This day of action was inspirited by the brave gestures of two students from Nova Scotia.On the first day of school at Central Kings Rural High School in 2007, a new student showed up wearing a pink shirt and was subject to bullying.David Shepherd and Travis Price went out to buy 50 pink shirts and distributed them to their friends.The next day, they all wore the pink shirts and effectively silenced the bullies.At BCS and at schools around the world, everyone was encouraged to wear pink to show that we as a society will not tolerate bullying in any form.Champlain CoUege invites high schools to talk about bullying Sherbrooke Man barricades himself, threatens police By Gordon Lambie The Record Aman caused the çlosure of a significant section of Sherbrooke’s downtown after he barricaded himself in his apartment, and uttered threats to both building inspectors and police Wednesday.According to Martin Carrier of the Sherbrooke Police (SPS), officers were called to the apartment located over top of the Le Rock store on lüng Street West at 8:30 in the morning to support building inspectors who were already present.Police presence was escalated when the individual barricaded himself in his apartment and began calling threats against the inspectors and police out the window into the street.In order to protect the local population.King Street was closed between Wellington and Depot Streets.As of early afternoon Carrier reported that there was also a fire department presence on the scene.“We have reason to believe that he may have gas in the apartment with him,” the SPS officer explained, “so our colleagues from the fire department are here as well.” As of this writing the man remained barricaded in his apartment.By Gordon Lambie Champlain College hosted the students of five different local schools for an anti-bullying round table event Wednesday.Sheila Quinn, student Activity Technician with the college, invited students from Bishop’s College School, the Eastern Townships Learning Centre, Alexander Galt Regional High School, Massey-Vanier High School, and Richmond Regional High School to engage in a series of organized conversations on the topic of conflict resolution and management in association with Pink Shirt day, a national day of advocacy on which people are asked to wear a pink shirt in support of those who are bullied.Students, in groups, were asked to create an extensive profile of a person in crisis, naming the nature of the problem, the people involved, and the feelings, ConTd on page 3 TRAFALGAR Travel Talk Insider's Guide to Europe & the World 2014 Thursday, Feb 20 7:00 - 8:30 pm t4/P' ^ Join our travel experts for amazing must-see destinations and $ Q QQ exclusive savings for 2014! 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Page 2 Thursday, February 27, 2014 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record mi i The Record e-edition There for you 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week.Wherever you are.a ccess the full edition of The Z\ Sherbrooke Record as well as JL.JLspecial editions and archives.Renew or take a new 12-month print subscription and get a 12-month online subscription for an additional $5 or purchase the online edition only for $55.1 year ' * ; lillillili ¦ §¦ .%r .*¦ , Complete W« * it it m si m 1 a.^ - »./J “ : / St it.ÉL ^ ^ ^t V I * A: f/J .^1-' ^ ««i * > x- • vv—2 hospital CHUS Fleurimont department Pharmaceutical Care investment $ 15,000 Fdlkjw us on (j Q H www.fondationchus.org istrative council - Bolduc, Genevieve Braun, Robert Dodier, Gilles Prévost, and McMullin.At its first meeting, on Feb.24, the new council selected Bolduc as president, Dodier as vice-president, McMullin as secretary, and Braun as treasurer.Prévost is a director.All are welcome to participate, said Chantal Bolduc.Anyone who would like to become an active member or a supporter of the Sawyerville Community Garden should register by email at jc-sawyerville@hotmail.com, she said, or contact her at 819-889-3196.Membership costs just $5.Ra.writes@gmail.com Sherbrooke helps Mont Orford Fund Sherbrooke The City of Sherbrooke has decided to support the revival of the Mont Orford ski centre financially, offering $21,500 to the Mont Orford Recovery Fund., saved in extremis by the municipalities of the Memphremagog MRC organization in 2011.At the ski centre Tuesday, Mayor Bernard Sévigny announced the donation saying, “1 am pleased to announce on behalf of Sherbrooke, that we are taking part in the campaign.It is a gesture of solidarity that we are making.” Sévigny said to skiers, staff, and journalists.Tire mayor acknowledged that the amount given is not large, but said it sends a clear message to the people of the Memphremagog region.To put Sherbrooke’s commitment in perspective, the Town of Magog has given over $120,000 over the past three years and Orford Townships has given over $150.000.Eastman, Austin, and St.Catherine-de-Hatley have also contributed money to the fund.Sherbrooke decided to participate because the Mont Orford centre plays an undeniable role in the Es-trie economy, and Sevigny seems to hope that the station will become increasingly attractive."My dream is to see people from Toronto skiing at Mount Orford and coming by plane to the Sherbrooke airport,” he said.When asked, Sevigny did not rule out a further contribution in the future.“We’ll talk," he said.Magog Mayor and Fund Chair Vicki May Hamm welcomed the decision.“It warms my heart,” she said.Since 2011, the recovery fund has raised $738,790, including money used to purchase groomers, snowmaking, and a loading platform installed at the foot of Mont Giroux.It will continue to raise money for the ski centre for another two years.For his part.President of Mount Orford ski and golf, Jacques Demers, noted that a large percentage of the centre’s skiers come from Sherbrooke.“Their presence makes a difference.” he said. The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Thursday, February 27, 2014 Page 5 TBL boil water advisory lifted Jolibourg well remains shut down KATHRYN LEXOW ¦ ¦ 'éÊÊÈÊÊÈi.• .Town of Brome Lake (TBL) received permission to lift the Boil Water Advisory, on Feb.25, from the Ministère du Développement durable, de l’Environnement, de la Faune et des Parcs (MD-DEFP) and from the Public Heath Office.By Kathryn Lexow BCN Correspondent Town of Brome Lake After more than two months, since Dec.6, 2013, Town of Brome Lake (TBL) received permission to lift the Boil Water Advisory, on Feb.25, from the Ministère du Développement durable, de l’Environnement, de la Faune et des Parcs (MDDEFP) and from the Public Heath Office.The press release issued late on Feb.25 reads, in part: “The Ministry has declared that it is now safe to drink the water from the municipal water supply, given that the Jolibourg well has been shut down since Jan.15, that the flow rates from other water sources are acceptable, and that no bacteria were found in tests carried out on Feb.20 and 21, 2014.” Also included: “We are grateful for everyone's continued efforts to use the water supply wisely, enabling us to effectively manage this precious resource into the future.” As reported in the Brome County News (BCN), on Jan.13, Mayor Richard Burcombe said, “Closing the Jolibourg well, even temporarily, could have a significant impact on the Town’s ability to fight fires in some areas.” The town has been unable to confirm the source of the latest contamination of the water supply, which was reported at the onset as fecal-related coliforms coming from the Jolibourg well.The solution for the Jolibourg well is chlorination which is not new.The town already passed two resolutions to initiate the chlorination of the well some four to.five years ago - in 2009 and 2010 - in order to comply with the then new drinking water regulations.However, in the process the town did not comply with the requirements of the MDDEFP.In fact, as previously reported in the BCN the town had to shut the well down and purchase some $300,000 of potable water to fill the reservoir in 2012 and spent some $50,000 for water in June 2013 when the well was put out of operation in order to perform rehabilitation works and tests.Property owners on the water system were slapped with a $70 water tax increase, which appeared on their 2013 tax bills.The water tax went up from $280 to $350.In addition, to the some $350,000 in potable water purchases, on Jan.13, 2014, Brome County News requested, in accordance with access to information, all expenditures to rehabilitate, repair, chlorinate and maintain the Jolibourg well from 2003 to 2013 inclusive.So far, the mayor has reported rehabilitation costs for 2013 only, totalling $34,380.93.This includes hydrogeological support and testing of $12,640.93 and contractor costs of $21,740.The Jolibourg well will remain closed until the chlorination equipment has been installed.It is anticipated that this work will be done before summer, pending a certificate of authorization for the work from the MDDEFP, before the increase for water consumption.Other problems with the well, built in 1991, date back to at least 1997, due, in part, to years of improper maintenance and problems with “iron bacteria” in water samples, which caused plugging of the filter, according to a town’s draft report provided by former inspector Isabelle Valois.However, no engineering reports were made and the MDDEFP did not ask for additional information.The well draws groundwater in an aquifer of sand and gravel, at a depth of 42 metres.Currently, two other wells at Bailey are supplying the municipal water system.i: iJAVfli JIJ I llllli YOUR MONEY IS SAFE.ÉPARGNE PLACEMENTS QUÉBEC 8 SAVINGS PRODUCTS FLEXIBLE AND SAFE 1-800-463-52291 www.epq.gouv.qc.ca Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m.to 8 pm, and Saturdays during February and March Is1.from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.UN , QUEBEC POUR TOUS L BONUS OF 1% THE FIRST YEAR FOR NEW RRSP, RRIF, LIRA OR LIF FUNDS INVESTED IN BONDS.Épargne Placements Québec an Page 6 Thursday, February 27, 2014 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record “Sorry honey, the bitcoin is down so I only made $12.86 this week.Bitcoin blues Tim Belford This week the newspapers were full of reports concerning the modern equivalent of that quintessentially nineteenth century art, pick pocketing.In today’s version, it goes something like this: “Stop thief! Stop that man! He stole my bitcoins! Now, some of you, like me, who are not up on the latest in computer-driven finance, are probably asking, “What exactly is a bitcoin?” On the other hand, if you’re one of the more knowledgeable computer types who keep abreast of this sort of thing, you’re probably asking, “What exactly is a bit coin?” The problem is, that every time someone tries to explain the term ‘bitcoin’ they get mired down in computerese and end up sounding as if they are trying to describe something that Gandalf conjured up for the benefit of an investor syndicate of Hobbits.You see, bitcoins don’t actually exist, at least in the sense that you can put them in your piggy bank for a rainy day or hide them under your mattress like any sensible human being.Bitcoins are lines of computer code that are digitally signed each time they travel from one owner to the next.Okay, I’m lost already.What makes a line of computer code valuable?And why would anyone want to trade them back and forth instead of just using good old fashioned cash?The answer, they tell me, is simple.Using bitcoins the trader can avoid dealing with banks, international money markets, national financial regulators and other nosey people.You can also move large sums of ‘money’ around the world very quickly.This is why bitcoins are so fascinating for criminal syndicates, including drug dealers.“But where do you get a bitcoin in the first place?” you ask.Well, you can buy them from an exchange or you can go ‘mining’ for them.The miners in question are computer geeks who actually understand all of this and spend their time on line looking for bitcoins - remember they are nothing more than complicated lines of computer coding.And this is where the problem begins.It is an axiom of life that any system devised by one human being can be broken by another.This holds true in the realm of computer science as most of us know.It’s the reason that we all invest so much money in Panda or McAfee or any of the other anti-virus companies.The difference, however.is that a virus in your computer is an irritant that makes life inconvenient.You may lose e-mails, stored photos or that e-card from the sister in Calgary who’s too lazy to write.If you lose track of your bitcoin - one you presumably paid for in the first place -you lose hard cash.And that’s exactly what happened to Kolin Burgess.Mr.Burgess, who likes to think of himself as a ‘crypto-currency trader,’ according to the National Post, says he lost more than $300,000 when a bitcoin exchange called Mt.Gox went dark on Tuesday.It should be pointed out that Mr.Burgess claims he lost $300,000 but since all that was actually Tost’ were lines of computer code that are probably still out there somewhere, how would he know?Besides, the value of the bitcoins he apparently owned have fluctuated in value from a low of $12 a piece to $1,200 a piece all in the same year.That’s right, the value of the bitcoin varies according to demand, sort of like stocks.This is one of the reasons most of us aren’t clamouring to be paid in bit-coins in the first place.“$orry honey, the bitcoin is down so I only made $12.86 this week.” What this will do to the bitcoin craze is still open to debate.But I’d be a little leery of giving up the dollar just yet, even if it is only ninety-one cents U.$.As they say, if it’s sounds to good to be true, it probably is.¦ TH E¦ - 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English public schools will continue to exist, except they will be French schools.- $ales staff in retail stores will be required to ignore customers in French only.- Quebec’s official greeting will be the scowl.- Non-French Quebecers will no longer be allowed to greet each other with a two-cheek kiss because, honestly, who are they trying to kid?- New immigrants to Quebec will be required to wear nametags that read “Trainee.” - The Ministry of Education will change the name of its controversial “Ethics, Religion and Culture" course to “Ethics, Religion and Shunning.” - Health care services will no longer be available in English, as opposed to the current situation where health care services have a slim chance of being available in English if you’re lucky.- Bill 101 restricting access to English education will be extended to Quebec cégeps because it is important for francophone students to experience underage binge drinking in their mother tongue.- There will be limited advertising by Quebec businesses in English print media.In other words, status quo.- In dealing with tourists, Quebec businesses will be encouraged to communicate by grunting and pointing.- Book clubs will be required to feature books by Quebec authors only.Books by English Quebec authors will be allowed in translation, except for that Mordecai Richler guy, because we still haven't forgiven him for that New Yorker piece.Wait, he’s dead?No matter: we must relentlessly instruct our children and the children of their children regarding the suffering to the collectivity caused by this great humiliation.- Crying out the Lord’s name during passionate lovemaking must be done in French only.How Quebec will enforce this rule, you don’t want to know.- The motto of the City of Montreal will be changed from “Concordia Salus," meaning "salvation through harmony," to “Pas Bilingue du Tout.” - Municipalities whose English population falls below 50 per cent will lose their bilingual status, meaning public notices will be completely incomprehensible in French only.- Eyebrows need to be trimmed to 2 millimetres in length.This has nothing to do with language; it’s just something that’s been bugging the Pt^for some time.- All complaints about oppressive and draconian language restrictions will be addressed by Jean-François Lisée who will per-sonallv call you up and tell you to "lax.verything is fine, get over t.- All “for sale,” “going out of business” and “looking for drive to Ontario” advertisements must be printed in French only.- More sign inspectors! Because we don’t want the rest of the world to think that Rob Ford is the only idiot in Canada - er, I mean “the oppressor.” The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Thursday, February 27, 2014 Page 7 “When I stepped onto the ice, I ever." was the happiest guy Brisebois breezes by Stanstead Reebok PHOTO BY ROSS MURRAY Patrice Brisebois chats after practice with members of the Stanstead College Girls Hockey Spartans.By Matthew McCully Special to The Record On Monday, Stanstead College’s girl’s and boy’s hockey teams were treated to a visit by NHL veteran Patrice Brisebois.This was only his second time in Stanstead.His first visit was to play in the inaugural match celebrating the opening of the Pat Burns Arena.Named after the first NHL coach he ever played under, Brisebois was quick to mention that he actually scored the first goal in the state-of-the-art arena.His current job as a player development coach for the Montreal Canadiens keeps him on the road quite a bit, but getting ice time with young players is a pleasure, according to Brisebois.“It’s nice to be here.” Brisebois came to Stanstead to share the skills and experience he gained during his 18-year NHL career as well as his love for the game with the young players."Hockey is supposed to be fun,” Brisebois said, adding, “When 1 stepped onto the ice, I was the happiest guy ever.” Brisebois said an important part of player, development is being in tune with one’s own strengths and weaknesses.“If you know yourself as a player, that helps.Knowing what you do well, that’s good, but knowing where you need to improve will help with overall development.” Brisebois worked with Stanstead’s coaches on Monday afternoon, first with the girls, and then with the boys, to point out little details to improve technique, and to impart a need for a strong work ethic, and to respect the fact that hockey is a team sport.“You can have fun and work hard at the same time, “ he said.Brisebois said that when he was young, he looked up to NHL players, and imagined what it would be like to share the ice with them.For that reason, taking the .time to meet and work with young players is significant and important.Brisebois’ visit coincided with a tremendous hockey energy still resonating, following the Olympics.Even an 18-year NHL veteran got excited talking about the men’s and women’s gold medal matches.He was impressed that the star players played well as a team and each player respected their role.“The defence they had was one of the best I’ve seen,” Brisebois concluded.Stanstead flourist ready to plant new seeds By Matthew McCully Special to The record As Video Frontière makes the move to its new location in downtown Rock Island and takes over the flower shop, Sylvain Roy says goodbye to the business he owned and operated for years, and welcomes new challenges.“1 loved what I did," Roy explained, referring to the boutique he ran for 20 years in Stanstead.While a labour of love, it was not without its challenges.“People think it’s easy,” Roy said.“I was all on my own.” Roy had only been at his new location for 20 months, but in that time, his sales had increased by roughly 29 per cent.That success did translate, however, into a seven day, 75 hour work week.“I had no employees.” “I feel good about my decision,” Roy said, adding that since he is approaching 50, it is time for changes.He has accepted a job at Familiprix.The flower portion of his business was sold to Nick Houle and Brian Reynolds, who will incorporate it into their other services.The franchises that Roy had in his boutique, including Evelyn and Crabtree, were purchased by the pharmacy where he now works.Roy is looking forward to a less rigor- PHOTO COURTESY OF SYLVAIN ROY Sylvain Roy says goodbye to' his blooming business after 20 years in Stanstead.ous sthedule.“A 40 hour work week will be almost like retirement,” he chuckled.He plans to spend more time on ballroom dancing, a long time passion of his.“It feeds my soul.” While Roy explained that running a flower business is a big responsibility, he has confidence in Reynolds and Houle.“I believe in the boys,” he said, mentioning that he has known Reynolds since he was a child, and considers him like a son.“I’ll go and help them out,” Roy said, to help the budding businessmen.Studio Georgeville presents Members Show (PHOTO: NIELS JENSEN) Female red cardinal.Works by Louise Abbott, Pamela Cartwright, Virginia Cope, Dominique Gagnon, Elin Gustafson, Niels Jensen, Tricia McDaid, Agnes McKenna Power.The Vernissage will be held on March 1, from 3-5 p.m.Studio Georgeville is at 20 Carré Copp, Georgeville.819-843-9992, www.studiogeorgeville.com The exhibition will continue until Sunday March 30. 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Did you know ?We offer: • New 100% digital technology • Reduces background noises • Maximizes voices • No volume to control Examinations Adjustments done at the office Æ SHERBROOKE Centre Professionnel Belvédère 300 Belvedere St.North, Suite 104 819-821-4435 GRANBY DRUMMONDVILLE 707 Leclerc Blvd.West (corner Moreau) 445 Lindsay street 450-372-2984 819-477-1221 THETFORD MINES 926 Labbé 418-335-5544 TOLL FREE 1-888-821-4435 Hearing aid illustrated not covered by R.A.M.Q.Some conditions apply Excluding hearing aids covered by the gouvernment.Some conditions apply The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com BORDER REPORT Thursday, February 27, 2014 Page 9 Frontier Animal Society Dewey COURTESY FAS Dewey is a happy, loving and friendly little pup who is enjoying life to the fullest.Ogden Mostly, when we think about puppies, the images that come to mind are those of cute and chubby little balls of fur romping around with their litter mates or happily playing with a newly discovered toy (and admittedly, puppies are rather good at turning everyday objects like socks and toilet paper into a “toy”).Most of us would likely agree that it is hard not to feel good when in the company of a puppy.They seem to have not a care in the world and frankly why should they?Being a puppy is supposed to be fun.Carefree and happy however are not words that can be used to describe little Dewey’s first seven months.Dewey, along with his three siblings, were born into a life of cruel and deliberate neglect.When he was rescued it was clear he had been deprived of even the most basic care and he was skin and bones.The first course of action was to have him checked by a vet and to tend to his physical needs.He needed food, hydration and to rest comfortably while he put on some weight and regained his strength.It was very encouraging that within just days of his rescue he was already looking and feeling better and it wasn’t too long before that wonderful “feel good” puppy joy began to emerge, and emerge and emerge some more! Dewey is now a happy, lov- ing and friendly little pup who is enjoying life to the fullest.He is very outgoing and wants to be friends with everyone he meets.Dewey is like a kid in a candy store; everywhere he turns he sees something that makes him happy.He loves people, other dogs, toys, going for walks, and those delicious doggy treats, oh how he loves getting those treats.Dewey has a wonderful zest for life so if you are looking for a cheerful, confident, and bright little dog who has nothing but love to give, we hope you’ll consider Dewey.He is learning to walk on the leash, sleeps quietly through the night and doesn’t seem to bother with cats.Wondering what his mix is?Frankly, so are we.He looks to have some shepherd and maybe even a little boxer in his lineage but he likely won’t grow to be more than 30-35 pounds.If your favourite kind of dog is a purebred mutt, he certainly fits the bill.Dewey is approximately nine months old.To find out more about Dewey, please send an email to frontieranimalsociety ©gmail.com or better yet, give our adoption coordinator Brenda a call.You can reach her any day of the week between 8 a.m and 8 p.m at 819.876.7747.The shelter is located at 2405 Griffin Rd (Route 247), Ogden.To reach the shelter answering machine please call 819 876-7785.email: fron-tieranimalsociety@gmail.com 2014 Honda Civic Coupe A Civic for every walk of life V;;|| QUTO O00 .com.By Lesley Wimbush ORLANDO, Florida - The sweeping, cobblestone road, flanked on either side by vineyards and tall juniper columns, ends at a sprawling, $40 million stone fortress surrounded by Italian Cyprus.Proof that with enough money, a central Florida landscape can be transformed into a convincing Tuscan estate.An ultra-exclusive country club seems an odd place to showcase a Japanese compact car, and our convoy of grey Honda Civics looked a little out of place amongst the sundrenched vines.However, when you consider that the Civic has been Canada’s top-selling car for 16 consecutive years, it could easily buy the place outright.What is the Honda Civic Coupe?Introduced in 1973, the Civic, now in its 9th generation, is Canada's top-selling car.Of those sales, 15% are two-door coupes.The combination of economic decline, fierce competition, and interior quality complaints took a big chunk out of Civic sales recently, but it rebounded for 2013 with a 10.4% increase.Dave Gardner, Honda Canada's VP of Sales and Marketing credits the Civic's well-rounded packaging for its popularity."The word ‘Civic’ is defined as 'relating to a citizen, " he explains."We have a Civic for every walk of life." The Civic returns in 2014 with new exterior styling, upgraded safety and technology, and a new CVT.2014 Honda Civic Coupe Price and Specs The Civic Coupe is available in four trim levels: the volumeselling LX $18,840 (39%); EX $20,900 (37%); EX-1 Navi $25,600 (14%); and the performance-enhanced Si at $26,665 (10%).Returning is the familiar 1.8L VTEC j 4-cylinder, but exhaust tweaks have ; increased its output to 143 hp/129 Ib-ft (up from 140/128).The Si Coupe's 2.4L engine increases to 205 hp/174 Ib-ft (up from 201/174).LX and EX models have a choice of 5-speed manual or CVT, while the EX-L is available with CVT only, and the Si comes exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission.Fuel economy (L/100 km): 7.3 city; 5.5 hwy (manual); 6.7L/100km city; 5.0 hwy (LX); 6.9 city; 5.1 hwy (EX, EX-L Navi); 9.9 city; 6.6 why (Si coupe).Driving the 2014 Honda Civic Coupe Our morning was spent at the wheel of a Civic Coupe EX with a CVT, unfortunately there were no Si models available for testing.A firmer suspension with revised dampers gives the Coupe flatter cornering ability without undue harshness.Florida's mostly flat terrain i didn't present much opportunity ! for the car to really exert itself, but it handled the winding back coun-! try roads nicely.The big news for i 2014 is the addition of a continuously variable transmission (CVT).Although universally disliked by performance fans for their characteristic moaning and sluggish response, CVTs are extremely efficient when it comes to fuel conservation.Thanks to a set of wheel- ; mounted paddles (Coupe only) the ; Civic's CVT can emulate a seven- ! speed transmission allowing the driver to gear down and use the engine brake while cornering or, j I when in "S" mode, control the trans- j j mission shifts entirely.This almost completely alleviates the traditional droning and brightens the drive experience considerably in the 2014 Honda Civic Coupe.Inside and Out of the 2014 Honda Civic Coupe Externally, the Civic Coupe remains much the same, with the exception of a more aggressive grille and updated rear fascia.The new "solid wing face" incorporates new headlamps into the sweeping grille, underlined by a new fascia with larger air openings.A more chiselled rear finishes it off nicely.Si models receive new 18" rims, a "floating" decklid spoiler, and an even more aggressive front fascia and rear diffuser.Inside, the cabin retains the same driver-centric layout with its "two-tier dash," but adds a black colour theme and new upholstery fabrics.Honda ramps up the tech content with a new "Display Audio" multi-media system resembling an iPad.Geared to appeal to younger buyers, the system works through touch using two fingers to flick, slide, pinch or tap through various controls.Like many such systems that work well in theory, this one entails cumbersome screen-shuffling that could more easily be executed by simple knobs.New technology includes HondaLink connectivity, which lets the driver access a variety of services using their own cell phone data.Facebook, Twitter, thousands of music stations, and even audio books can be accessed using steering-wheel or voice-activated controls.While EX-L Navi and Si models come with embedded Navigation, Display Audio-equipped models can download a HondaLink navigation app ($59).Lane Watch, which first appeared on the Accord, uses a passenger mirror camera to reveal blind spots in the inside lane when the turn signal's activated.Comparing the 2014 Honda Civic Coupe Although the folks at Honda declined to name their main competitors, the Elantra and Mazda3 have really upped the ante over the last half-decade, with the Corolla a perennial favourite, too.On sale since December, the new Civic sold 1,715 cars in January to the Elantra's 1,078, Corolla's 990 and Mazda3’s 749.Upgrades in features and technology have made this segment more cutthroat than ever, and the Civic's improvements will help in the fight to maintain its position as segment leader."I can't recall a better time to buy a new car," said Dave Gardner."It's a pretty good fight with Elantra and Mazda3.But let's just say we will be as competitive as the market requires us to be." Aluminized steel & stainless steel mufflers i n ¦A SILENCIEUX SHER-LENN Inc.950 Wellington St.S.Sherbrooke Fernand Cabana, owner 569-9494 Sylvain Auger, Manager ^ at ^ :ompetitive prio for all Heavy Dui Trucks Page 10 Thursday, February 27, 2014 ' : ^/©c ofe.newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record ; ;?rtabîe at the CIS level as the season j>' ¦ - * .A ' , \ ’ A Montreal .; Marchizotti and Zitt-James named to RSEQ Rookie Team The Bishop’s Gaiters women’s basketball team received a silver lining following their winless season.Wednesday the Reseau du Sport Etudiant du Quebec (RSEQ) released its University all-stars and award winners.Gaiters Mara Lis Marchizotti and Naomie Zitt-James were both named to the RSEQ allrookie team.The 6-foot-4 Marchizotti earned a spot on the team despite only playing eight regular season games due to injury.The Buenos Aires, Argentina native averaged 6.1 points and 3.9 rebounds while playing on average 23.5 minutes per game.The Fine Arts major looked more and more comfortable at the CIS level as the season went on before her campaign ended prematurely.Zitt-James, an Ajax, Ont.native averaged 23.8 minutes per game in the 13 games she appeared in.She tallied 5.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and one assist per game.The 5-foot-8 guard was often called on to defend the opposing team’s top perimeter player.Zitt-James, a psy-chology major, has lots of potential as she did not look out of place at the CIS level despite battling injuries throughout the season.A complete list of winners First All-Star Team Mariam Sylla, Université McGill Kaylah Barrett, Université Concordia Françoise Charest, Université McGill Queteline Celistin, Université du Québec à Montréal Jessica Lubin, Université du Québec à Montréal Second All-Star Team Marilyse Roy-Viau, .Université Concordia Jannie Jacques, Université Laval Camille Michaud, Université du Québec à Montréal Gabrielle Girard, Lbiiversité Laval Helene Bibeau, Université McGill All-Rookie Team v::.Mara Lis Marchizotti.¦ m Jennifer Silver, Université McGill Raphaëlle Côté, Université Laval Mara Lis Marchizotti, Bishop’s University Lisa Lefevre, Université Laval Naomie Zitt James, Bishop’s University Player of the Year Mariam Sylla, Université McGill Naomie Zitt-James.Rookie of the Year Jennifer Silver, Université McGill Defensive Player of the Year Queteline Celestin, Université du Québec à Montréal Leadership and Community Service Award (RSEQ nominee for the Sylvia Sweeny Award) COURTESY PHOTOS Marie-Pier Bastrash, Université McGill Coach of the Year Ryan Thorne, Université McGill.Official of the Year Max Audette.Source: Marty Rourke.Sylvie Bernier promotes active, healthy living Sherbrooke As Olympic diving gold medalist and Flealthy Lifestyle Ambassador, Sylvie Bernier addressed fifty regional leisure, recreation, and family stakeholders and elected officials in the region on how elected officials can contribute to the quality of life and health of Estrie families.“Elected officials and municipal employees are key players in promoting the quality of life of their citizens and by extension their health,” Bernier said.“Every day, they are working to create and maintain facilities and they adopt policies and management plans for better community life.In short, the majority of their decisions have an impact on the lifestyle of citizens.” Jacques Demers, President of the CRE Estrie, stressed the important role of municipalities and territories for the establishment of favourable conditions for a healthy lifestyle.“Elected officials and municipal recreation workers are frontline actors in projects linked to healthy lifestyles.Developing sports and recreational facilities and a varied activities program are among the ac- tions that can be put forward by Estrie municipalities.That’s why the objective of the Ms.Bernier’s presentation was to educate our elected officials on the importance of their contribution toward a healthy lifestyle.” The regional committee for the promotion of healthy lifestyles, co -chaired by the CRE Estrie and the Department of Public Health Estrie, is developing an action plan, supported by Québec en Forme, to develop innovative initiatives by 2016 to enable people to adopt a healthy lifestyle and be physically active.TWITTER 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist Sylvie Bernier spoke to regional officials about the role they play in encouraging healthy lifestyles. The Record production@sherbrookerecord.com Thursday, February 27, 2014 Page 11 Deaths Deaths Ivan WENDELL GILBERT Passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2014 at the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke after a short illness.Ivan was born on April 16,1933, the son of the late Ralph Gilbert and the late Verlie Kenney Gilbert of Bishopton, Quebec.He will be greatly missed by his sisters Thelma (Ronald Westman) and Verna (Marcel Cotnoir) and his many nieces and nephews.Ivan was predeceased by another treasured sister Marion (Stanley Downes) of Troy, New Hampshire.Ivan lived his entire life in the Eastern Townships.He held a certificate in the Fundamentals of Electronics and enjoyed technology.He spent part of his working life at the Bishop Casket Factory in Bishopton and also worked with his father at the Bury Gristmill & Sawmill.Ivan later ran his own lawn care business for several years.The family would like to thank the St.Paul’s Rest Home in Bury for the wonderful care Ivan received during the many years he resided there.The funeral will be held at 2:00 p.m.on Thursday, February 27, at the Cass Funeral Home in Lennoxville at 3006 rue College St.Sherbrooke, QC.Family members will hold visitation from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., prior to the funeral service.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be directed to the Lakeside Cemetery in Bishopton, c/o Marie James, Box 168,101 Main St.Bishopton, QC JOB 1G0.CASS FUNERAL HOMES 3006 College St., Sherbrooke QC PHONE: 819-564-1750 FAX: 819-564-4423 cass@casshomes.ca www.casshomes.ca Jonathan Lee LUCE December 31,1980 - February 21, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Jonathan Lee Luce, born December 31, 1980, who left us on February 21, 2014.Beloved son of Keith Luce (Wendy) and Andree “Kathy” Chapdelaine (David).Grandson of Lena Luce (the late Ronald Luce) and the late André and Claire Chapdelaine, and step-grandson of Marion Cox.Cherished brother of Nick Luce (Nancy) and Jessica Luce (Shawn).Loved uncle of Savannah and Tyler Kerr, Trinity Luce, Robyn and Mandi Smith.Step-brother of Randy Maxfield (Sandy), Josh, and Corey Lord (April).He will be sadly missed by his many aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as his special friends Greg, Chad, Nick and Danny, and his Godparents Johnny and Susan Samson.He will forever be in our hearts! Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), QC, where friends may visit on Friday, February 28 from 7 to 9 p.m.and on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m.A celebration of Jonathan’s life will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, March 1 at 2 p.m.with Rev.Barbara Wintle officiating.Interment in the Moe’s River Cemetery.Donations to the Moe’s River Community Association, c/o Grace Court, 109 ch.Moe’s River, Compton, QC, JOB 1L0 would be greatly appreciated by the family.CASS FUNERAL HOMES 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), QC JIM 1T9 Tel, 819-564-1750 • Fax: 819 564-4423 cass@casshomes.ca • www.casshomes.ca CLASSIFIEDS WORK! (819) 569-9525 RIBORD Classifieds Deaths Linze HOEKSTRA 1940 - 2014 At his residence in East Farn-ham, QC, on Sunday February 23, 2014, at the age of 73, passed away Linze Hoekstra, beloved husband of the late Joan Elaine Macey.He leaves to mourn his children, Theresa (Brian) and Bruce (Harrella), his grandchildren, Justin (Christina), Matthew (Samantha), Eric (Amy) and Jessica, his sister Minke (Réal), his constant companion “Dino”.Predeceased by his brother Bart (Janet).Family and friends will be welcomed at the Desourdy Funeral Home, 109 William, Cowansville, QC, J2K 2N5, Phone: 450-263-1212, Fax: 450-263-9557, info@desourdy.ca, www.des-ourdy.ca, on Saturday March 1, 2014 from 9 a.m.to 11 a.m.followed by the funeral service at the chapel.Interment at a later date.The Rev.Tim Smart is officiating.Donation in his memory to the BMP Hospital Foundation www.bmpfoun-dation.ca, would be appreciated.DÉSOURDY FUNERAL HOMES 104 Buzzell St., Cowansville QC PHONE: 450-263-1212 FAX: 450-263-9557 info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca iai&Sws In Memoriam ! GLAVIN, Merrill and Doreen - In memory of our loving parents: father - September 29,1994 and mother - February 27, 2012.We miss you Mom and Dad, Your smiles we see no more, Our hearts long to hold you And whisper the words “I love you.” We have our memories of you That’s what holds us together, We will continue through our days Until that wonderful day We’re together in our Heavenly home.Sadly missed by all YOUR CHILDREN Love will keep us together.to read this ad.Don’t take your musdes ter granted.: Over 50,000 Canadians with muscular dystrophy take them very seriousl Learn more at muscte.ca DystrophyCanada Itfs make mscm mon Datebook Today is the 58th day of 2014 and the 69th day of winter.Chelsea Clinton (1980- ), journalist; Josh Groban (1981- ), singer-songwriter.TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1827, a group of costumed students paraded down the streets of New Orleans in celebration of Mardi Gras, creating the city’s trademark festival.In 1951, the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, limiting-presidents to two terms.In 1973, roughly 200 Native-American activists and members of the American Indian Movement occupied the village of Wounded Knee on Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota, beginning a standoff with federal marshals that lasted until May 8.TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882), poet; Hugo Black (1886-1971), U.S.Supreme Court justice; Marian Anderson (1897-1993), singer; John Steinbeck (1902-1968), author; Joanne Woodward (1930- ), actress; Elizabeth Taylor (1932-2011), actress; Ralph Nader (1934- ), consumer activist; James Worthy (1961- ), basketball player; Donal Logue (1966- ), actor; Tony Gonzalez (1976- ), football player; TODAY’S FACT: In 1939, first lady Eleanor Roosevelt resigned from the Daughters of the American Revolution when it barred African-American singer Marian Anderson from performing at Constitution Hall.Anderson performed at the Lincoln Memorial instead.TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1992,16-year-old Tiger Woods competed in the Nissan Los Angeles Open, becoming the youngest participant in a PGA event in more than 30 years.TODAY’S QUOTE: “I wonder how many people I’ve looked at all my life and never seen.” — John Steinbeck, “The Winter of Our Discontent” TODAY’S NUMBER: 1,325 - career NFL receptions by tight end Tony Gonzalez of the Atlanta Falcons.Gonzalez is second on the all-time list, behind Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice (1,549).TODAY’S MOON: Between last quarter moon (Feb.22) and new moon (March 1).RATES and DEADLINES: ANNOUNCEMENTS & NOTICES BIRTH NOTICES, CARDS OF THANKS, IN MEMORIAMS, BRIEFLETS: Text only: 400 per word.Minimum charge $10.00 ($11.50 taxes included) Discounts: 2 insertions or more: 15% otf With photo: additional $18.50.DEADLINE: 11 a.m., day before publication, BIRTHDAY, ANNIVERSARY & GET-WELL WISHES, ENGAGEMENT NOTICES: Text only: $16.00 (includes taxes) With photo: $26.00 ($29.90 taxes included) DEADLINE: 3 days before publication.WEDDING WRITE-UPS: $26.00 ($29.90 taxes included) WITH PHOTO: $36.00 ($41.40 taxes included) Please Note: All of the aforementioned (except death notices) must be submitted typewritten or neatly printed, and must include the signature and daytime telephone number of the contact person.Can be e-mailed to: clas-sad@sherbrookerecord.com - They will not be taken by phone.DEADLINES FOR DEATH NOTICES: For Monday's paper, call 819-569-4856 between 1 p.m.and 5 p.m.Sunday.For Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday's edition, call 819-569-4856 or fax 819-569-1187 (please call to confirm transmission) or e-mail: production@sherbrookerecord.com between 9 a.m.and 5 p.m.the day prior to the day of publication.The Record cannot guarantee publication if another Record number is called.Rates: Please call for costs. Page 12 Thursday, February 27, 2014 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com J The Record Tom' (mi TOWNSHIPS If you want to drink, that’s your business.If you want to stop, we can help.Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1-888-424-2975, www.aa.org LENNOXVILLE Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre is pleased to present its first exhibit of 2014, Continuum, revealing the photographic work of artists Nathalie Ample-man and Rêne Bolduc, at Uplands, 9 Speid Street in the borough of Lennoxville.The exhibit will run until March 9.Uplands is open Wednesday to Sunday from 1-4:30 p.m.Info: (819) 564-0409.AYER’S CUFF 500 Card Parties, Mondays Feb.17, 24 March 3 8i 10 at 1:30 p.m.Legion Hall, Ayer’s Cliff, to benefit the Royal Canadian Legion Br.128.Info: 819-876-7308.MAGOG Turkey Supper with all the trimmings will be held on Saturday, March 8 at St.Paul’s United Church, Magog starting at 5 p.m.Admission charged.Benefit of the Frontier Animal Society.Reservations a must! Limited number of tickets.Reserve early! Call Mary at 819-838-1421.LENNOXVILLE HCC Seniors Lunch will be held at noon on Thursday, February 27 at Hope Community Church, 102 Queen St„ Lennoxville, entrance from parking lot, elevator available.Everyone welcome.For information please call Elaine at 819-563-8700.Our next luncheon will be held on March 27.RICHMOND The Richmond Soccer Club registration will be held at the Community Centre, 820 Gouin St., Richmond on March 1 from 9 a.m.to noon.For more information call 819-826-5705 or 819-826-6908.KNOWLTON Pancake Supper from 4 p.m.to 7 p.m.on March 4.Homemade pancakes and beans with sausages and real maple syrup will be held at Holy Trinity Church Hall, 218 Iron Hill Road.Admission charged, under 5 years free.Come and bring a friend and enjoy a break from old man winter.Information: 450-263-2579.BULWER It’s time for “Irish Night” at the Bulwer Community Centre on Friday, March 7, at 7 pm.Join the fun, sing along, enjoy the talented local musicians and storytellers.Wear something green! Coffee and snacks available.Admission charged, half price for children.Irish Night is a fundraiser for the Eaton Corner Museum.DANVILLE Pancake supper, Tuesday, March 4 from 4:30 p.m.to 6:30 p.m.Pancakes, sausages, homemade baked beans, fruit salad, cookies, tea and coffee.Trinity United Church Hall, Danville.Fundraiser for the Sunday School children.SHERBROOKE Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #10, 971 Galt St.East, Sherbrooke on Saturday, March 15 starting at 11 a.m.There will be Irish coffee, Irish stew and music.For more information call 819-563-4944.AUSTIN MS Branch 2000 Social Afternoon on Sunday, March 2,1:30 p.m.to 6 p.m., at the Municipal Hall on Millington Road, Austin with Jimmy Edwards & The Country Folks.Good old Country toe tapping music and laughter.Slight charge on soft drinks and chips to help cover costs.Coffee and tea is Free.Light snacks served at 4 p.m.Everyone is encouraged to bring a few sandwiches or a dessert to keep our costs down.See you there Folks! RICHMOND It’s time again for some winter fun at the Variety Show Cafe 2014 at Richmond Melbourne United Church, 247 Principale S., Richmond on Friday, February 28 starting at 7:30 p.m.Lots of entertainment! Refreshments available.RICHMOND Upcoming events at the Richmond Legion, Branch #15.Saturday, March 1 beginning at 1:30 p.m.Legion Green Sale, admission charged.Friday, March 7 at 3 p.m.St.Paddy’s Sing-a-long and “whatever”, free admittance.Sunday, March 16, 9 a.m.to noon.Parade Brunch, admission charged.Sunday, March 16, music at the Legion following St.Pat’s Parade, free admittance.KNOWLTON Pancake Supper at the new Oddfellows’ Hall (480 Knowltqn Road) from 5 p.m.to 7 p.m.on Tuesday, March 4.Lots to eat.Everyone welcome.Admission charged.AYER’S CLIFF St.Patrick’s Day Brunch at Beulah United Church, 967 Main Street, Ayer’s Cliff on Sunday, March 16 from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m.Come and enjoy a meal of ham, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, homemade baked beans, pancakes with real maple syrup, toast, fruit salad coffee tea and juice.All are welcome.• • • This column accepts items announcing events organized by churches, service clubs and recognized charitable institutions for a $7.00 fee, $10.00 for 2 insertions of same notice, $13.00 for 3 publications.Maximum 35 words.If you have more than 35 words the charge will be $10.00 per insertion.Requests should be mailed, well in advance, to The Record, P.O.Box 1200, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1H 5L6, be signed and include a telephone number and payment.Telephone requests will not be accepted.Admission charges and trade names will be deleted.No dances.Why does the film industry produce movies with words and scenes that are such filth THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2014 Annie’s Dear Annie: I’m livid.My 14-year-old daughter and her friends want to see a certain PG-13 movie on Saturday.But after I read the reviews, I will not allow her to go.Why does the film industry produce movies with words and scenes that are such filth?We want movies for our children that have decent content and tell stories that have values and drama without us parents always having to worry that what will be said or shown is contrary to what we want our children exposed to.Can’t some great producer or film school graduate figure that out?They would be surprised to know how many parents no longer allow their kids to go to the movies, and that means no money in their pockets.Please, let’s protect their innocence as long as possible before they have to see the world’s ugliness passed off as entertainment.— Mom Dear Mom: If all kids truly stayed away from PG-13 movies that contained too much violence, sex and foul language, change would come.Unfortunately, that’s not what happens.Your daughter and her friends might stay home, but most kids don’t.We, too, wish Hollywood would stop pandering to our most base instincts, but as long as the money keeps coming m, that s what is going to be out there.The only movies guaranteed not to have such material are those rated G and PG.Beyond that, parents have to read reviews and use their best judgment.Dear Annie: My parents, who were both from West Virginia, met in college and settled in New York.We spent our childhood summers on our grandparents’ farms, and I couldn’t wait to go back.I work now as a special education teacher and live in a small village in the Blue Ridge Mountains.Every summer, my sisters and I get together in New York.Last summer, we met at the home of one sister who married Mailbox into wealth.Although I have been ignoring her occasional criticisms about my hair, makeup, clothes and shoes for decades, this summer was particularly difficult.Late in the evening, she began a long satirical monologue about how cheap and ugly my shoes were.A few of the others chimed in, but I don’t hold it against them.They were doing it to avoid being her next target.After all, they live near her and have to endure her ostentatious behavior often.I couldn’t wait to leave.I value family, especially now that we are older and two of my siblings have passed away.But I’m beginning to wonder.By the time I leave these gatherings, I feel disrespected and diminished.I have close friends in West Virginia who love and value me.I’m wondering whether I should bow out of these summer reunions and limit my exposure to Christmas only.— Thank God I’m a Country Girl Dear Country Girl: You certainly don’t have to subject yourself to such poor treatment frequently, but have you told your sister how her belittling comments make you feel?She may not realize how much she is hurting you and that her nastiness destroys the family closeness you crave.She may claim that she was “only joking,” but still, give her the opportunity to dean up her act before you take drastic action.Dear Annie: “Tired of Living the Lie” states that her children are hurt because they feel their happy childhood was a lie.It WAS a lie.1 am sick of hearing how people put up with a lousy marriage for “the sake of their children.” You do your children a far greater disservice by raising them in a dysfunctional, loveless facade of a marriage than you would raising them as a single parent.You need to cherish, love and honor yourself before you even think of finding another man.Don’t quit counseling.-I Moved On Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column.E-mail your social news to classad@sherbrookerecord.com Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #15 February, 2014 meeting -The regular meeting was held on February 18 at the Legion Hall with an attendance of 12.Meeting was called to order at 7 p.m.The flags were presented by Cmdes.Helen Knowles, Linda Badger and Shirley Noble, under the direction of Cmde.Wendy Ridley.No musician, so no music.Pres.Cmde.Bev opened the meeting in regular form.Secretary Cmde.Lucie read the minutes of the previous meeting and they were accepted.Treasurer Cmde.Dawn gave her report which was also accepted.There were no bills presented.Correspondence - One receipt for a donation given and a letter asking us to submit a name for the volunteer of the year for April 9, 2014.Reports of Committees Membership - absent.Health and Welfare - Cmde.Ann had sent out a Sympathy card.Kitchen - absent.Publicity - Cmde.Mildred reported everything up to date.Ways and Means - Cmde.Bev needs helpers and cookies for the card party on February 27.Other upcoming events: Irish Stew Supper on March 6; Flea Market and Bake Sale on April 5; also the Green Sale on March 1.Also looking for help to decorate the Hall upstairs before the Green Sale.Being no further business, meeting was adjourned, colours retired and meeting closed in regular form followed by a social hour.Half and half was won by Cmde.Dawn.In Comradeship Cmde Mildred E.Holliday P.P.Publicity Chair. 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But last year I bought a cartoon anthology and was surprised to find two typos.Even if they snuck into the newspapers, why didn’t the cartoonist correct them before including them in his book?At the bridge table, it is easy to be distracted on defense when one knows that partner has made a mistake.One petulantly plays the card nearest one’s thumb instead of asking oneself if the contract is still beatable.In this deal.South was in four spades.West led the club queen and East won with his ace, dropping South’s king.What happened next?At trick two.East shifted to his single-ton heart jack.Yes, West should have overtaken with his queen, cashed the heart ace, and given his partner a heart ruff to defeat the contract.But thinking that East would have a second heart.West signaled with his 10.Ticked off.East now led a trump.Gratefully, South drew trumps and dis- North 02-26-14 4 K 4 V A 6 3 ?8 5 4 A 10 9 7 3 2 West East ?10 8 3 ?A J 9 6 5 V 10 9 8 7 V Q 5 2 ?4 2 ?K Q J 10 #> J 8 5 4 4 6 South 4 Q 7 2 V K J 4 ?A 9 7 6 3 * K Q Dealer: South Vulnerable: Neither South West North East 1 NT Pass 3 NT All pass Opening lead: V 10 carded his last three hearts on dummy’s diamonds, which fell into his lap after one finesse.East immediately berated West.But East should have paused to ask himself if there was anything he could have done.Then he would have noticed that leading a diamond at trick three would have defeated the contract, cutting declarer off from the dummy before he has drawn trumps.Keep your eye on the cards.CROSSWORD Across 1 Sunshine State resort 5 Country in which Quechua is an official lang.8 Transforms, as for a different medium 14 “Downton Abbey” title 15 Tablet maker 16 Osaka-born violinist 17 'Place for a soak in Bangkok?19 Alligator cousin 20 Abase 22 Holy territory 23 'Mumbai baby food?27 Musical ability, in slang 30 As well 31 Mimic 32 Edward Jones Dome NFL player 33 Rank below abbot 35 Oilers' org.36 'Low point in Oran?40 Shareable PC file 41 Mah-_ 42 2011 NBA retiree 43 Porter, for one 44 Effusive musical genre 45 Knoxville sch.47 ‘Stance in a Monterrey studio?51 Poker haul 52 Green Lantern or Green Arrow 57____license 60 Emergency fund .or what the second part of each answer to a starred clue ends with?61 Mysterious 62 Teacher, at times 63 Dig for 58-Down 64 “We’re outta here!” 65 Stop: Abbr.66 What the nose knows Down 1 Behrs of “2 Broke Girls” 2 Vans Triple Crown of Surfing locale 3 Stuff 4 Et_ 5 Mastermind 6 Pie slices, often 7 “Swing Shift” Oscar nominee 8 Film buffs channel 9 Scattering of an ethnic population 10 Continental farewell 11 Toy dog breed 12 Melodic syllable 13 Preacher’s topic 18 Brief upturn 21 Getting down 24 It may come before one 25 “I Feel Bad About My Neck” writer Nora 26 Long swimmer 27 Carry protectively 28 Anticipate uncertainly 29 Bit of shocked text 33 Evergreens with edible nuts 34 Lurid paper 37 Escaping à la James Bond, perhaps 38 Ovoid tomato 39 Microscope slide additive 40 Non-stick brand 45 Applied to 46 Time between inaugurations 48 Little bits 49 Inflation causes 50 Bridget Riley genre 53 _erectus 54 Oklahoma city 55 Attorney general after Barr 56 _and terminer: criminal court 57 Sidekick 58 See 63-Across 59 Business VIP ¦ s N E R D L O O N 1 E T H E B B C D O L L R B B L U D H BAD AAAI AAA AAA i c H L N M R A A L A E D W O L F E M 1 T B A K E B R E AJ | U M A u N 1 X r 1 L L T T L E E ¦ ¦ ¦ N s T R E D \s E T 1 V O N D 1 N G N HOUND I T S EYE ¦ s A T E M H O O D M ! N U S N 1 N E R ¦ Page 16 Thursday, February 27, 2014 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record CHUS Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke Avec vous, pour La Vie CONCUSSIONS: DONT TAKE ANY RISKS! Did you hit your head recently?It hurts a little but you didn't seek medical attention because, after all, it was nothing serious.Mistake! The symptoms of a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) can emerge later and, in 15% of cases, leave significant marks.A hit doesn't have to be violent to cause damage.An innocuous fail on the ice, a fender-bender that shakes you up a little.something like that is enough to damage the brain."MTBIs - formerly called concussions - cause an imbalance in biochemical fluids.This imbalance can result in nausea, vomiting, insomnia, blurred vision, mood swings, lack of concentration, swelling of the four limbs, loss of balance, etc.," explained Dr.Pierre Guérette, emergency physician at the CHUS."The problem is that these symptoms can appear up to 48 hours after the blow," continued Julie Bolduc-Teasdale, neuropsychologist and member of the CHUS' neurotrauma team."Just because there are no symptoms at the time of the blow, that doesn't mean everything's fine.In some individuals, mild traumatic brain injury will have consequences, like memory problems, depression, or even a change in personality.And the more one is exposed to hits to the head, the more the risk of aftereffects increases." DON'T HESITATE TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION! If the blow to the head hurt even slightly, get immediate medical attention from your family doctor, the nurse at your place of work, a walk-in clinic, or hospital emergency."At the CHUS, the patient will be observed for 4 to 6 hours and undergo certain tests, as needed.If his or her condition allows it, the patient is sent home.The symptoms that could appear later are explained, along with what to do should they arise.When the patient leaves emergency, his or her file is transferred to the CHUS' neurotrauma team," noted Dr.Guérette."After a few days, we follow up each patient -young or old - who has been hospitalized or been seen in emergency for a blow to the head," added Ms.Bolduc-Teasdale."In 85% of the cases, the symptoms disappear completely after three months.In the meantime, if problems emerge, we investigate further to provide the care required." Dr.Pierre Guérette, emergency physician, and Juiie Bolduc-Teasdale, neuropsychologist AT TIMES, REHABILITATION IS NEEDED After three months, if a patient still has certain problems, the CHUS' neurotrauma team transfers his or her file to the Centre de réadaptation Estrie rehabilitation centre."Kinesiologists, speech therapists, nurses, social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other staff develop a full rehabilitation program for the child or adult to help his or her brain heal without aftereffects," continued the young neuropsychologist who specializes in sports health."If ail Townshippers who hit their heads came to emergency, we would see 600 to 700 people a year," said Dr.Guérette."We estimate that in Sherbrooke alone there would be 300 cases; but we barely treat 100.Unbelievable, isn't it?The worst thing is that these all involve permanent aftereffects that could have been prevented.I have seen cases in which mild traumatic brain injuries were not cared for, which changed people's lives forever.Don't take any chances -seeking medical attention is critical." A BLOW TO THE HEAD; WHAT TO DO IMMEDIATELY IN THE CASE OF A CHILD • Remove him or her from the activity immediately (game, sport, etc.) • No returning to the game or sport the same day or during the same tournament • If the child is an athlete, inform him or her of the steps required before returning to play • In the meantime, keep a close eye on the child's condition (do not leave him or her alone) • Seek medical attention right away if the child isn't feeling well or seems groggy IN THE CASE OF AN ADULT • Immediately stop activities • Seek medical attention right away if you experience pain or any other symptom • Do not drive a car • Do not stay alone • Do not drink alcohol BIKE HELMETS BACK SOON! Since March 1, 2011, everyone under 18 years of age must wear a helmet when cycling within Sherbrooke."A correctly adjusted helmet prevents the head from absorbing the full-blown impact of an accident or a fall and can reduce the risk of severe head trauma and brain injury by up to85%," pointed out Dr.Claude Cyr, pediatrician at the CHUS and ambassador for the cause.Fondation ^CHl.S mr o, unn rc Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke Centre de recherche clinique Étienne-Le Bel