REAL ESTATE
Wanted Cultivated Land For Lease or Purchase. Looking for land for the upcoming spring. Offering competitive, flexible, negotiable agreements. For more information, please call 403-333-3153. 4d22p
3.92 acres 1.5 miles off HW 21 between Trochu and Three Hills. 932 sq. ft. home. 2 BR up; 2 down. Laminate flooring on main. Wood stove upstairs. Bsmt partially developed. 3 car hot water in-floor heated detached garage with 10 x 10 doors/openers – wired for 110 and 220. Large garden; small dugout; various outbuildings. 442-2791. j21mc
STARTING OUT? NEEDING TO DOWNSIZE? WANT TO SUBSIDIZE YOUR INCOME? Here's the opportunity you've been waiting for! Move right into this 4 bdrms (2 up 2 down), 2 baths (1 up 1 down), 2 kitchens (1 up 1 down) home centrally located 1/2 a block to PBI. Live upstairs and rent out downstairs. Includes 7 appliances. All new flooring & paint throughout. Detached Single Garage. Kept in pristine shape. Extra large 62.5x140 lot R3 Zoned which allows for rental suite. Quick possession available. Call Fabio 403-443-6666. Asking $189,900. 020mc
Do you need 4 bdrms, 2 bths? Do you love hardwood? Want a ready to move into home? This 2000+ sq.ft. home has all new flooring, paint, baths, fixtures, appliances and much more. 50x140 Lot zoned R3. Single det. Garage. 24x22 Cement Pad ready for you to build your new shop on. This is a MUST see. Available Immediately. Call Fabio 403-443-6666. Asking $214,900. 020mc
1000 sq. ft. bungalow to be moved off foundation. Nice and cozy. Lots of upgrades. Phone 572-3486. 4j5p
Cropland Wanted to Rent: 2011 and beyond for long-term: Hwy. 21 east, Twining & Swalwell north. Please inquire: Francis deBeaudrap 403-546-7080, cel. 403-442-2602. 19a20p
WOW, WHAT A DEAL!!! Well-kept attached bungalow in Acme. 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 baths, garage, jet tub, 5 appliances, vacu-flo, skylight, upgrades, extras, fenced yard, sports car included. Call (403) 477-9793. 4j12p
AUTOMOTIVE
Elnora Motors (2005)~CARS:~2008 Buick Lucerne CXL 125,000 kms $13,500~2008 Chevy Uplander Van 33,000 km, loaded $18,000~2006 Buick Allure CXL 130,000 km $12,000~2004 Buick Park Avenue, loaded, 130,000 kms $15,500~2003 Pontiac Sunfire, 5 spd std, $3,500~TRUCKS~2006 GMC 1/2 ton Crew Cab SLE 98,000 km $21,500~2005 GMC SLE 1/2 ton Xcab 4x4, 99,500 km $15,500~2004 GMC 3/4 ton 2WD ext. cab 89,000 kms $14,000~2004 Ford Ranger Ext. Cab 2WD, 5 spd, 90,000 km $7,300~For more info on these units, call us at (403) 773-3622. Talk to Mel. Check out our website at www.elnoramotors.ca n24mc
2006 Chev Silverado 4x4 Crew Cab, only 61,000 km, fully equipped & extra clean, only $20,750~2006 Chev Uplander Ext. Van 82,000 km, new front rotors and pads, 2 new tires, LT model, $9,450~2006 GMC Canyon SLE Z72 4 dr Crew Cab, only 47,000 km $12,450~2006 Mazda 3, red, 4 dr, 5 speed, 94K, $9,940~2006 Mazda 3 GT, white, 4 dr sedan, $12,500~2006 Dodge Dakota Club Cab 4x4, extra clean & equipped, 76,000 km and only $12,950~All units "CAR PROOF" and~mechanically inspected~and well equipped~Personal warranty on vehicles at no extra charge. Phone Rollie - 52 years automotive experience in Three Hills 443-5477. d15mc
BUSINESS
Live the Dream of Self-Employment! Local small business loans available. Government subsidized business training program for unemployed individuals. Call Community Futures Wild Rose for more info 1-888-881-9675. s22mc
COMING EVENTS
Jeld-wen Windows and Doors~Contractors discount to everyone~THREE HILLS GLASS~Authorized Dealer~403-443-7898~ m7mc
Available at~Balkwill Pharmacy, Trochu~KODAK PICTURE KIOSK~Easy to use~No lineups~Great Pictures~for ALL your Digital~Photography needs~403-442-3823~ 6d15c
A Come and Go Retirement Celebration for Laurene Harmon of Hairlines Salon Monday, December 20, 1-4 pm at Three Hills Community Centre. All those who know and love her are welcome. 3d15c
MT VERNON~CHRISTMAS CONCERT~Monday, December 20, 6:30 PM (early due to Santa's time schedule). Please bring a snack for lunch and some entertainment for the program! 2d15p
Linden MB Church is proud to present to you "A Mountain Christmas Memory" the musical. It will be performed December 19 at 10:50 am and 6:30 pm. For more info call (403) 546-4485. 2d15p
BALKWILL PHARMACY~Trochu~BOXING WEEK SALE~Dec. 27-31 ONLY~ALL GIFTWARE~25% OFF~includes~Xmas giftware~Willowtree Angels~Pinwheel Crystal~All Other Giftware~ 2d22c
The Elnora Brahma Rama Committee is hosting an Appreciation Supper for all the Sponsors we have, all the hard-working Volunteers, and our Members on Dec. 28 at the Elnora Hall. Cocktails from 5 pm to 6 pm, Supper at 6:30 pm. Social to follow. Come join us for some good food and festive fun. 2d22c
FOR RENT
Three Hills - Available immediately: 2 bedroom 4-plex. No smoking, no pets, no children. Call 1-403-507-5094. j23mc
Link Self Storage Units~& RV Storage~Located at~825 Central Ave., Linden, AB~Chain linked fenced lot~with security cameras~403-443-1004 or 403-443-0680~8x20 Storage Unit $125/month~RV Storage $25/month~ s17mc
FOR LEASE~Prime retail or Office space~Main Street, Three Hills~NEWLY RENOVATED~Phone 403-335-9127~ a7mc
2 bedroom suite, newly renovated, nice backyard, NS. Beds, couch, table, chairs if needed, laundry, appliances, utilities included, central location 1 block N of Main, 443-5234. 4d22p
Linden – 3 bdrm townhome, 1 1/2 baths, 3 yrs old, 5 appliances, close to parks, $900/mo + utils, $900 SD. Call Christine @ 403-546-2628. o6mc
2 bdr. apt. - clean, friendly building. Laundry included. $625/mo. In Carbon. Available Jan. 1. 20 mins. to Drumheller or Three Hills. Phone 572-3480 or 201-2390. 3d22p
2 and 3 bedroom apartments For Rent in Three Hills. Quiet lifestyle. No smoking, partying or pets. References required. For more info, phone 403-443-5040. 8j5p
2 and 3 bedroom Mobile Homes for rent or sale in Trochu. Ph 403-442-3135 or 403-391-9119. 4d15p
3 bdr Half Duplex, 2 full baths, 2 living areas, single attachd garage, located behind the Aquatic Centre in Three Hills for Rent. $1100 monthly plus utilities and Damage Deposit. References needed. Serious enquiries 403-605-9229. 5d22p
For Rent - Three Hills: 236 - 1 Ave SE, 2 bdr house. $650/month + utilities. Pet friendly. Available Jan. 1. Contact Mike 1-403-669-8204. 5d15p
For Rent - 3 bedroom newer Mobile Home in Trochu. 442-4223. n24mc
1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Linden and Three Hills. Contact jason@rentrural.com or 403-443-8361. 25j1p
ELNORA - 3 bdr apt available Jan. 1. $725/mo. includes all utilities. Ample parking, yard. Call 403-348-6594. d8mc
For Rent: Trochu - 3 bdr. upstairs of house. No smoking, drinking, partying or pets. Damage Deposit and references required. $700/month + utilities. Phone 443-7191. 3j5p
GRAIN & FEED
2011 SEED FOR SALE~WHEAT~Glenn - Fusarium resistant~- new for 2011~Unity VB - Midge tolerant~CDC Go - Most common~in Area 2,~Waskada - new, good resistance to FHB~Harvest - very popular, early~BARLEY~Bentley - new 2-row malt~rough awn~Metcalfe - old reliable -~2 row malt - rough awn~CDC Austenson - 2 row feed~available in 2012~Sundre - 6 row smooth awn -~GP variety~OATS~Mustang - feed oats, high yield~PEAS~Thunderbird - new~medium yellow, 2.1 standability~CDC Meadow - proven~early yellow, 2.9 standability~FLAX~CDC sorrel - large seed, 112 day~CDC Bethune - medium seed~111 day~CANOLA~Call for varieties available~We have access to many other varieties not mentioned and will try to source any others for you~King's Seed Farm Ltd.~403-443-0005 Harold~403-443-3333 David~ 30j15c
Round Bale Hauling &~Tub Grinding Service~(Self-loading Bale Truck~& Haybuster Tub Grinder)~Delton Boese 403-546-2166~ a21mc
Buying Barley and Wheat Highway 21 Feeders of Acme is buying Wheat and Barley for immediate or deferred delivery. Flat Prices or Basis Contracts available. Contact Ed at 403-546-2278, ext. 3. 8d22p ~
HAY FOR SALE - First and second cut - no rain. 403-546-2170. 28ap27p
LIVESTOCK
Engel Livestock Transports - You call, we haul. 26 ft. ground load stock trailer, 20,000 lb. load capacity. Marvin 403-556-0787. j18mc
FEEDER AD~Tired of paying Commissions? Looking for a new way to market your livestock? Offering spot or forward pricing on ranch direct Cattle.~Highway 21 Feeders~Tim (403) 546-2278, Ext. 8~ 8d22p
Looking to rent pasture +/-160 acres for long-term. Will fence for bison. Trochu/Rumsey area. Brian 403-442-3193 home, 403-373-0419 cel. 4d22p
MISC. FOR SALE
MARY KAY COSMETICS~Has a skin care program for every type of skin. Excellent moisturizers, glamour and body care. Karen Penner 403-443-2370, Consultant over 30 years. mc
DAVIS'S FIREWOOD: Seasoned wood - pine & tamarack. Deliveries available. Ph: 403-546-2521. 18j26p
FIREWOOD - Quality dry bulk or bagged firewood. Spruce & pine, birch, or aspen. Prompt reliable service. Stacking & delivery available. Phone Lance (403) 506-9663. j21mc
FALL & CHRISTMAS SALE!~Bosch Universal Plus 800 watt~"Precise enough to whip~a single egg white -~Powerful enough to knead~up to 15 lbs. of dough"~Bosch $419.99~Bosch & Food Proc. $479.99~Blender $79.99~Slicer/Shredder $129.99~Nutri-Mill $269.99~(while quantities last)~Cutco knives, cutlery, cookware~(I can meet & often~beat the catalogue sale)~Beckie's Kitchen~820 - 6th Ave. N 403-443-2403~By chance or appointment~ 11d15p
For Sale: Rhino air hockey table 90" x 50" $250. Gretsch Catalina birch 9 pc teal drum set $800. Ironman Adventure elliptical $100. Call 403-443-3626. 2d15p
For Sale: 24" stove. $75.00. Call 403-443-5681. 2d15p
GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENTS! Girls white Columbia snow pants size 10/12; Girls Powder Room coat medium-white and black; Girls Columbia coat -lt. blue size 10/12; Rossignol skiis with tyrolia bindings-130 cm; Scott ski poles 36 inch; Nordica ski boots 22.5 or 275mm; Roxy ski poles 39 inch. If interested call 403 546 2724. 2d15p
MISC. SERVICES
D'ARCY DRYWALLING~& PAINTING~Interior & exterior painting, drywalling, boarding & taping, stuccoing, parging, texture ceilings. Oscar 443-7599, Three Hills. j15mc
Web Designs Galore - Websites starting at $100. "Custom Design & Reasonable Rates" Graphics, Hosting, URL's. Visit my portfolio www.webdesignsgalore.biz. Call Cindy 403-442-4365 or e-mail cindy@webdesignsgalore.biz. a18mc
HIGH SPEED INTERNET~for town and country~www.wildroseinternet.ca~888-633-3974~"Connecting the Community" 25d22p
Acme Daycare Centre ~Curiosity Corner:~Spaces available for children~ages 12 months to 6 years.~Fun, Safe, Educational~AB Government Licenced~and Accredited Daycare Facility.~Government Subsidy Eligible,~Our Before & After School~Program is operating!~(We are in the process of~licensing this program as well).~Spaces are available for~children ages 6 to 12~For more information~please call 403-546-0028~ n17mc
HELP FOR SENIORS~Light housekeeping, meal preparation, respite help for caregivers & personal companions for Continuing Care residents - all available. Reasonable rates with bondable insured staff. Please call HELPING HANDS toll free at 1-888-364-2476. n26mc
FOR HIRE: Skid Steer & HD Grapple Fork~- Digging Bucket, Snow Bucket~- 2T Truck~- 20' 5th W Deck Trailer~- Building demo, concrete removal~Call 403-443-3770. m11mc
Three Hills and District~Chamber of Commerce~RENTAL PROGRAM~White Tablecloths~(rectangular and round)~White Linen Napkins~Wine Glasses~Vases~Mirror Tiles~Glass Beads~Head Table Skirting~Call Marlene 443-5898~ m6mc
PATCH 'N PAINT does interior "make-overs" drywall repair/ new paint and re-paints/new texture and re-texture. Call Ken Brauen 403-443-0583. o7mc
Need someone to clean your house periodically? Call Marlene 546-2721. 3d15p
THREE HILLS COLONY~SADDLERY & REPAIR~Custom made Saddles, Chaps made to order, repair to saddles & tack, handmade deerskin gloves and mitts, shoe repair. Phone 403-443-2162. 3d15p
FOR MEN ONLY~(OK gals, caught~you peeking)~Are you still looking~for that special gift~for your significant other?~Give her a gift~to remember~"A GALVANIC SPA"~Guaranteed to reduce lines,~wrinkles and cellulite~(only don't tell her~she has any!)~Call Arlysse Giles~403-443-2597~www.spabeautyathome.com~ 1d15p
NOTICES
NILGIRIS~TEA HOUSE~OPEN SATURDAYS 10-10~SUNDAYS, 3-10~Light lunches,~Evening Suppers~& Delectable Desserts~Ph: 403-443-7547~"Sip Back & Relax"~ a16mc
Three Hills Bottle Depot and Dixie's Trophies holiday closure: Dec. 23 - Jan. 3. Open regular hours Jan. 4, 2011. 2d22p
ECLIPSE~hair design~will be open~Mon., Dec. 20, 10-6~Tues., Dec. 21, 10-6~Wed., Dec. 22, 10-6~CLOSED~Dec. 23 - Jan. 4~Ph 403-443-2729~ 1d15c
PERSONAL
Alcoholics Anonymous~and Alanon Meetings~Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. at Knox United Church basement, Three Hills. A.A. 403-443-7970, Alanon 403-443-7216. 51d22p
Retired gentleman windower wishes to meet respectable lady in Three Hills or surrounding area. Reply to P.O. Box 1493, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0. 3j5p
We wish to thank everyone for cards, flowers and condolences on the passing of Pearl Bondar. Also to Doctors, Nurses, the Satff at Three Hills Hospital and thanks to the Golden Hills Lodge and Staff for their care. To Rev. Harold Hunter for his service.~Rose Patton & Donna~Brenda & Shane Cockriell & boys~Margaret & James Bushel & boys~Paul Erickson & Bodie~ 1d15p
In Remembrance of~John ("Johnny") E. Johnson~Dec. 19/08~"The Miracle of Christmas~Comes to us each year~With peace and hope for all of us~To share with those so dear,~The Miracle of Christmas~Is giving from the heart~With warmest thoughts and loving prayers~When we are far apart."~~You left us so close to Christmas~Your special time of year~But now we "celebrate" as though you are still here.~Reserving a place beside me~With love and memories so dear~Will be forever in our hearts~Each and every year.~With love always,~"Bert" & families~ 1d15p
WANTED
Live the Dream of Self-Employment! Local small business loans available. Government subsidized business training program for unemployed individuals. Call Community Futures Wild Rose for more info 1-888-881-9675. s22mc
NOW HIRING: Gator Technologies hydro/vac inc. Driver operator req'd for hydrovac. Drug free, Class 3, mech. inclined, all tickets. Job location from Three Hills to Fort Mac. $23.72/hr. Send resume to Box 722, Elnora, AB T0M 0Y0 or fax 403-443-2547. 2d15p
Feed-Rite is an operating division of Ridley Inc. and its core business is the manufacturing and sale of animal feeds with production facilities based in rural communities and the larger agricultural centers throughout Western Canada. Our employees enjoy a professional, challenging work environment as well as a comprehensive compensation package. CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT OUR LINDEN, ALBERTA FACILITY~Mill Operator~The duties of this position will include the organizing and coordinating of feed orders, unloading of raw materials, operation of roller mill, pellet mill and batch controller, inspection and testing of product and equipment, and stock inventory control. The position requires shift work and the ability to work safely in an ISOHACCP quality system environment. To be successful in this position the incumbent will be a highly organized team player with good communication skills, have a mechanical aptitude coupled with strong math skills and the ability to prioritize items quickly and accurately. A 4th-class power engineering license is an asset, as well as an agricultural background.~The Qualifications~The position requires experience in the agri-feed, grain or related industry, welding and mechanical working experience, solid mathematical and mechanical aptitude with ability to comprehend and trouble-shoot mechanical systems and a desire to succeed are key. A 3rd Class P.E. Certificate is an asset.~If you share our values – safety, teamwork, service, integrity and accountability – and are ready to join a great team, we'd love to hear from you! We are a welcoming, equal opportunity employer and invite applications from all qualified candidates. Please forward your resume in confidence to: Feed-Rite Employment Opportunities, Attn: Daniel Leronowich, Linden, Alberta, 403-546-4433. Email: Daniel.leronowich@feedrite.com Fax : 403-546-4108. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. o20mc
Best Western Diamond Inn is looking for part-time, full-time Housekeepers. Please apply in person with your resume. 2d15c
Full Time help needed on feedlot/farming operation south of Three Hills. Experience an asset. Call Jason @ 403-312-7154 and fax resume to 403-546-3949. 8d15p
CNC Machinist Required - Hawk Machine Works Ltd. has an immediate opening for an experienced CNC Machinist in our Linden, AB shop. Minimum 5 years experience with CNC Mill and Lathe machines as well as Gibbs Cam or Master Cam software an asset. The successful candidate will be able to take initiative and work well in a team environment. Are you tired of commuting? Join our team! Competitive Salary - Close to Home. This is a full-time position with busy and growing local company. Please email your resume Hawk Machine Works denise@hawkmachine.ca 2d15c
FARM HELP WANTED - located near Three Hills. Equipment and clothing provided. If interested, please call 403-443-7840 or 403-443-7349. 3d22p
TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY
Busy office near Linden, Alberta is seeking an Office Administrator with good communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, accounts payable and receivable and general office duties, including reception work. Experience with Quick Books and Microsoft Office a definite asset. Please mail resumes to Human Resources, Box 309, Linden, Alberta T0M 1J0 or email chris@lonepineltd.com. We thank all applicants for their interest but will contact only those chosen for interviews. 2d22c
THANK YOU~We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone for the cards, condolences, flowers, visits, phone calls and food sent to Audrey Molendyk's family following her passing. We would like to thank those who were able to attend her memorial service. The family would like to acknowledge the wonderful care Mom received from the Olds Hospital Staff. The family would also like to thank Rev. Dong Chun Seo, Stewart Munro and Neil Molendyk for their special tributes to Mom. A special thank you to the Heartland Funeral Staff, Neil and Cindy for all the care and compassion you gave us during this time of sorrow.~John Molendyk~Wayne & Kathy Stuber~and family~Jan & Sandy Molendyk~and family~Brian & Helen Molendyk~and family~ 1d15p