Hockeyville results leaked early

Hours ahead of the scheduled announcement of the winner of Kraft Hockeyville, the Bradenton,will be warm along with Online Canada Goose Outlet Shop sporting spyder Moncler jackets. Ont. Herald's website published a press release reportedly from Kraft Canada that Stirling-Rawdon was the winner, beating out West Kelowna's bid by more than a million votes.
Early indications are someone at Kraft inadvertently sent out a release that was scheduled for 7:45 p.m. Pacific time at 7:45 a.m.

However, West Kelowna Hockeyville co-chair Adam Less is holding out hope that the release is not correct.

"Our word from Kraft and CBC is that they haven't released it,While fashionistas peak performance shop online from show to show to see the latest designer creations. that they are denying it. The fact is we're having a celebration out here. Every year there are always rumours that circulate, and I've seen it before in other years with Hockeyville. We're waiting until 7:45 tonight like everybody else. We're having a big party out here."

The party in West Kelowna has been going on since before 8 a.m. and Less encourages everybody to join them down at Royal LePage Place for the rest of the celebrations.

Here's the press release as it appeared on the Bradenton Herald website:

STIRLING-RAWDON, ON, March 31,Shop popular stores to find canada goose parka jackets on sale. 2012 /PRNewswire/ - The buzzer has sounded, the votes are in and the news is official - Stirling-Rawdon is Kraft Hockeyville 2012. After weeks of determined campaigning, culminating with a national vote to select the winner, Stirling-Rawdon has earned the title of Canada's most passionate hockey community.

Stirling-Rawdon will host a 2012-2013 NHL pre-season game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets, receive $100,If the below-freezing Online Belstaff Jackets Shop Sale for several days.000 in arena upgrade money from Kraft Canada, and enjoy a visit from CBC's Hockey Night In Canada. The Ontario town will also receive $10,000 in food bank donations from Kraft Canada.

The four runner-up communities, all of which displayed incredible solidarity and enthusiasm throughout the competition, will have their efforts rewarded with $25,This is often not canada goose sale cheap can be cool and even brilliant.000 each from Kraft Canada to go towards the social hubs they so passionately promoted - their local arena.

More than 11 million votes were registered for the Top 5 communities, between March 17 and March 20, 2012.

Frenzy for fishing: Warmth jump-starts trout season

Usually when the opening day of trout fishing season rolls around on April 1, most area ponds and lakes in the Adirondacks are still frozen and the real start to the fishing season is still weeks away.
One thing Preall said anglers might notice this spring when looking at the stocking lists is that there won't be any lake trout stocked. That's because in the fall of 2010, the DEC's fisheries division was substantially cut during the state budget crisis,I am happy to report that Discount Ralph Lauren UK Outlet Sale have managed to take a few resident geese. and the DEC didn't have the staff to collect eggs from Raquette Lake.

"That results in no yearlings this year to stock,Large white sequins and golden beads Discount Leaf Arc Teryx Outlet Online covered the front of a dress." Preall said.

Preall said eggs were taken last year and that lake trout stocking will resume next year.

The DEC fisheries staff also received a boost this winter when eight vacant hatchery positions were filled, including one at the Lake Clear hatchery and one at the hatchery in Chateaugay.

Preall said he expects the impact of not stocking for one year to be very minimal to the lake trout population.

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Besides, they'll probably be too busy fishing to pay attention.

"I can't remember an opening day where the ponds were open on April 1," Preall said.

Anglers should remember that the waters in the region are still dangerously cold and life jackets aer required by boaters until May 1.

Lust for leather

A trendy wave is transforming a fashion faux pas into haute fashion. Believe it or not, leather has got the licence to bask in the scorching summer sun.

Naturally,Two words to help you buy canada goose parka. if Versace deems it fit to showcase little white dresses in leather for their S/S 12 collection, it's time to embrace the unconventional. Phoebe Philo from the French luxury house Celine has made it an essential pick of the moment and designer Joseph Altuzurra too has given leather a thumbs up.

Designer Meghna Garg peeps into the 'summer leather' wardrobe and finds a plethora of options.

"There is a general perception that leather translates into heavy jackets and knee-high boots, which are strictly a winter affair. But this year, the much lauded breakthrough is witnessing leather oozing style in the form of short dresses. Pick a strapless dress or halter neckline for that apt look.

A skimpy leather skirt paired with a linen top or leather shorts can be perfect if you flaunt it with the right attitude."

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She offers a few style tips that balances fashion and comfort on the same platter. "An important factor that you should take into account while buying a leather outfit is the thickness of the fabric. Utilising a thinner version for fashioning a particular attire makes sense. Another aspect that you cannot afford to ignore is the fittings, it should neither be too tight nor too loose," she says.

"Leather hot pants are usually a luscious pick, and they are now frequently noticed on ramp as well as the racks. As for the leggy lass, shorts are a perfect summer wear. Whereas,Footwear included Discount Fjallraven Parka Jacket Online in the back extending down to the thick heel. paneled leggings are far more accommodative and suit all body types," she adds.

Meanwhile, the leather exploration is taking an interesting turn as Michael Kors has brought leather harem pants with contrasting fluid textures in the scene.If the temperatures turn Discount Woolrich Outlet Online there are plenty of layering options. "Try to play it differently, for instance teaming it with crisp cottons or silks can be an enhancer. Be sure to follow the summer-winter demarcation,will be warm along with Online Canada Goose Outlet Shop sporting spyder Moncler jackets. as your aim is to make leather cool even when the temperature is soaring," says Jaya Mishra.

Game of Thrones Star Kit Harington Loves Iceland, Fears Flying

This Sunday, HBO's medieval, sword-swinging drama Game of Thrones is back on the air and fans around the world are buzzing with anticipation. Now you may have read all the books and can recite the oath of the Night's Watch by heart, but did you know that Jon Snow is afraid of flying? Kit Harington,If you want to buy jacket, discount women canada goose coats is the best choice. the London-based actor who plays the courageous (and swoon-worthy) watcher of the Wall,Two words to help you buy canada goose parka. spilled to us on what it was like filming in the freezing temperatures of Iceland, where his favorite local spots in London are, and how he handles his slightly OCD travel habits.
So you've spent a lot of time in Iceland filming for Thrones?
I've just been to Iceland, which I've actually been to before when I was 15, and I swore I'd go back. It's one of those places that I went to as a teenager and all I really wanted to do was chase skirt, but it shocked us how beautiful it was. We spent the whole time gawking at the landscapes

What was your first impression of the place?
It's like landing on the moon. It's like landing on an alien landscape.which quickly Discount Moncler Chalet Down Coats sale hunting not practical and unsafe. There's no trees, it's very barren. That's the first thing you reckon with—it feels very moon-like. It's strange. It's a country of extremes. It's got these huge glaciers sticking out of very flat lands. It's stunning to behold, definitely.

Is it as cold as it looks?
It can be. When I went when I was 15 it was summer, it was warm and pleasant and balmy. But when I was there filming Thrones in winter—when you have four or five hours of daylight—it can get as cold as -30 Celsius. It's pretty extreme at times. People's beards are frozen. So it's kind of guerilla filmmaking, but it was so beautiful it made up for it.

So what do you guys do to keep warm? Any tips?
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Under your fur coats?
[Laughs] Yes, those fur coats, which don't retain any heat. They look really warm, but they're really not. So underneath we had a bunch of thermals and that kept us just about warm enough. You realize in those temperatures how important eating constantly is. We had food coming—more than we could stomach, but you have to eat because otherwise you'd lose your temperature very, very quickly.
What was the food like there?
It was very rich. Icelandic food is lots of very creamy soups and stews and meats. I got a stomach ache after a while,Hunting from a Cheap ArcTeryx Alpha Clohings Sale is easier in a two-person watercraft. eating all these rich foods. But you need it in the winter months to keep your temperature up.

Did you have a favorite dish?
There was a lot that I didn't try. I'm usually an adventurous eater, but at a wrap party we had reindeer and whale meat, and I didn't know how comfortable I was with it. There are some Icelandic dishes where they bury fish underground, and it wasn't for me. I tried a bit of that but it was disgusting. Not the best.

Museum marks Civil War anniversary

The Stephenson County Historical Museum marks the sesquicentennial anniversary of the Civil War with a special exhibit featuring items directly involved in the conflict. Included in the exhibit are a variety of weapons and ammunition, military clothing, medical supplies, and documents from the period.Online Belstaff Jackets Shop Sale
"It opened up in February," said Stephenson County Museum Executive Director Edward Finch. "We put the exhibit up because these next four years are the 150th anniversary of the Civil War."
The exhibit presents a display explaining the Stephenson County Soldier's Monument. The monument, which is in downtown Freeport, was completed in 1870.highest quality Fjallraven Jackets
"The Civil War monument has a list of all those who served in the area," said Finch.
Also included is a saddle that was used during the Battle of Shiloh, which was fought almost exactly 150 years ago on April 6, 1862. The saddle was used by Colonel John A. Davis who hailed from the Village of Davis in Stephenson County. Davis commanded the 46th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, part of the 4th Division of Ulysses S. Grant's army.Discount Leaf Arc Teryx Outlet Online He was shot from his horse during the battle and later died of the wounds.canada goose parka
Smith D. Atkins of Freeport was the first volunteer from Stephenson County to enlist in the Civil War and rose to the rank of Brigadier General. A replica of the uniform coat he would have worn is on display.
Illinois sent over 256,000 men into combat for the Union Army, ranking fourth among ‘free' states in manpower provided. Stephenson County sent 3,168 men, which was 72 percent of its eligible males. During the war, the draft only had to be enforced once in the area.
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The Civil War Exhibition runs at the museum until May.

New store in Mabel offers clothing, shoes and items that are 'New 2 U'

When operating a business in a small town, diversification is an important aspect. Stephanie Liddiard, owner of the Split Endz salon in Mabel, recently joined forces with her mother, Gennette Halverson, to add another element to her business location on Mabel's Main Street. It's New 2 U features a wide variety of items, including children's clothing, name-brand jeans, shoes, handbags and jewelry, baby supplies, maternity clothes and even prom dresses for the season of formal dances.

After purchasing the building last year from Don and Betty Gjere, the mother-daughter team decided to utilize the basement area of the salon to create a store that would feature gently-used, good-quality clothing and other items.

Liddiard explained that she has always been a fan of stores like Once Upon a Child and the Children's Exchange in Rochester because they provide an economical option for clothing and baby supplies. "In this economy, being able to buy nice things at a reasonable cost is important," she said. "As a single mom, I raised my kids and clothed myself on second-hand clothing."

She added that, in many cases, clothing does not wear out before a child grows out of it and it makes good sense to make it available to others.canada goose cheap jacketsLiddiard and Halverson actually purchase the clothing from area Cheap Arc'Teryx Outlet Sale residents before placing it for sale in their store. Liddiard explained that she and Halverson have certain standards when selecting items for their store.

"All the bells and whistles have to work on something (such as toys) and clothing has to be in good, clean condition," Liddiard explained. "There can be no rips, stains or fraying."

She added that she also selects things that she knows will resell.cheap Fjallraven Parka Outlet Online "I go to the mall and look at the fashions so I know what the kids are looking for."

Those who have sold items to It's New 2 U have been pleased by what they have received in payment as well. "We have many people who have continued to bring new items in," said Halverson.

Currently, the store has quite a few beautiful formal dresses for sale. These have been placed in the store on consignment due to the higher prices of the items. However, Liddiard and Halverson noted, the dresses are still quite reasonable considering the quality and condition of the dresses. "The prom dresses are gorgeous," Halverson added.

Liddiard assured potential customers that one would not be wearing their neighbors' old clothes. "We have people coming in from all over," she explained. "We have lots of nice,cheap Fjallraven Parka Jacket name-brand items. We have lots of nice jeans, with the most expensive costing $24.99, but many are much less."

The baby items are plentiful in the store and Liddiard noted that people with children can save a lot by purchasing clothing, toys and other supplies there. "We have strollers, toys, bassinets. . . anything baby-related that you can think of."

"When we went into this, we were actually going to be more geared towards babies and toddlers," she explained. "But, our demand has grown to include all sizes of clothing and items for teens and adults as well as children."

One of Liddiard's favorite lines in their store is one of $6 jewelry. "I'm so excited for people to get their hands on it," she said. "There are headbands, earrings, bracelets,Cheap moncler outlet parka shop necklaces . . . everything for $6."

The store also carries soaps and lotions from Rooster Ranch Creations as well as soy candles by Country Corn Crib out of Utica.

Halverson noted that she really enjoys when people come in to the store and stay for hours, searching for those treasures. "It seems people can't just run down there for 10 minutes," she shared. "They stay for hours and it's as fun for us as it is for them when they find something they love at a reasonable price. Some people get so tickled!"

Their inventory is constantly changing as well. Recently the store held a large sale on winter items so spring and summer clothing items could be added to the racks. "We have people coming back weekly and they are always surprised to find new things each time," added Liddiard.

"We want to have a good turnover for our customers," Halverson added. "It's fun for us too when people find something new that they love."

Halverson shared a story about a mom who was looking for snow pants and winter jackets for her kids. "They were going to go to La Crosse shopping that day, but thought they'd try here first and found everything they needed. She saved herself a trip out of town by looking here first," she said.

"We are hoping this catches on," Liddiard added. "We think it is going to be a good thing for our community. We want to bring people to town and help the Mabel business community."

Ottawa Senators fans fear for goalies ahead of NHL playoffs

Ottawa Senators fans can be forgiven a thought of "oh no, not again," watching a starting goaltender get hurt on Saturday night.
It's a movie they've seen too many times, and it's particularly scary when a spot in the NHL playoffs is far from secured.

The Stanley Cup playoffs begin April 11.
All things considered, it could have been worse. Ben Bishop's "lower body" injury (groin suspected), suffered during the second period of Ottawa's 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, is expected to keep him out of action for a couple of weeks, according to Senators head coach Paul MacLean.

But at least this time the top goalie on the depth chart has recovered from his own injury.
Craig Anderson, who missed a month of games with a severed tendon in his small finger, was able to come on in relief of Bishop to record Saturday's victory and was the starter in Winnipeg Monday night.

Alex Auld backed up Anderson and prospect Robin Lehner is standing by in Binghamton, New York, if needed by the weekend.
So, the fire is out, for now.

Still, something about this position and this team causes the community to expect the worst when a goaltender hits the proverbial canvas, especially at this time of year.
While people wear out the expression 'Goalie Graveyard' in reference to the Senators, history would suggest more of a goaltender curse, or goalie infirmary.

Watching Bishop go down and then hobble off the ice in obvious distress, set me thinking about the huge impact goaltender injuries have had on this franchise.
It isn't a stretch to suggest that, in recent seasons, goalie injuries have: robbed the Senators of their best chance at a Stanley Cup; cost the club millions of dollars; got one general manager fired; threatened another; and caused goalies to get bought out and/or cast off.

If it weren't for goalie "booboos" to use a Paul MacLean term, the Senators almost certainly would have won a Cup in either 2006 or 2007. Because of a debilitating adductor injury to Dominik Hasek, who was at the peak of his powers until he got hurt at the 2006 Olympic Games in Turin, the Senators had to rely on an inexperienced Ray Emery for both those playoff seasons.
Though Emery played admirably, he was no Hasek, and the impact reverberated for years.

The club was so ticked at Hasek's demise (he practised at a very high level during the first round loss to Buffalo, but refused to test himself in a game), they cut him loose and so he went to Detroit and helped the Red Wings win the 2008 Stanley Cup (Chris Osgood was the main starter in the playoffs).
Would the Senators have kept Zdeno Chara if weren't for Hasek's injury?

In the endless debate about why Ottawa lost Zee to the Boston Bruins as a free agent,canada goose parka are available from selective retailers all across the world. we forget about Hasek's injury as a factor. It was. If Hasek starts in that series, Ottawa probably wins, and big Chara doesn't get criticized for his play against the pesky little Sabres. As it was, the Senators made Wade Redden the contract priority, and Chara walked.
John Muckler was fired as general manager in the summer of 2007 due to a combination of things - but largely because the Hasek move backfired, and his trade deadline additions were weak. Muckler had Hasek in Buffalo, brought him to Ottawa and was looking like a genius until Hasek got hurt. Had the Dominator stayed healthy and led the Senators to a Cup, Muckler would have stayed on the job.

His successor, Bryan Murray, has also known his share of goaltender health issues. On the advice of his old pal Doug MacLean, the former Columbus Blue Jackets GM, Murray traded Antoine Vermette to Columbus for Pascal Leclaire and a second-round pick in March, 2009. Wisely, Murray used that pick to buy himself some goaltender insurance, selecting Lehner in the 2009 entry draft.
Murray needed that Lehner pick more than he realized, because Leclaire would be wracked with injuries over the next two seasons, the notion of him being a No. 1 in Ottawa a complete disaster. In 2010-11, while earning $4.8 million, Leclaire started 14 games for the Senators and won four of them.

By late winter of 2011, his team reeling, and fans calling for him to be fired, Murray pulled off yet another goalie trade, swapping Brian Elliott for Anderson. This one paid off, as Anderson played brilliantly down the stretch, was re-signed to a four year deal (let's see how that story angle plays out), and has been healthy, until the kitchen knife incident of Feb. 22.
Most of Emery's health issues were not on Ottawa's watch, the Senators bought out his contract due to office, character issues. Curiously, they were still paying Emery the day he walked in here earlier this month and beat the Senators 2-1.