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With the permission of their Hesquiaht hosts, representatives of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation met privately with federal Health Minister Allan Rock at Hesquiaht's new health clinic. Chief Bruce Frank opened the discussion by informing the minister that his nation's water problem has been in the news for quite some time and that he has been sent by his people to get answers.

"Our people are tired of talking to government representatives who only end up telling us that they need to go back and talk to their superiors," said Frank.

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With the permission of their Hesquiaht hosts, representatives of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation met privately with federal Health Minister Allan Rock at Hesquiaht's new health clinic. Chief Bruce Frank opened the discussion by informing the minister that his nation's water problem has been in the news for quite some time and that he has been sent by his people to get answers.

"Our people are tired of talking to government representatives who only end up telling us that they need to go back and talk to their superiors," said Frank.

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The community of Hot Springs Cove was bustling with activity during the last week of July as preparations were made for the grand opening celebration of the long awaited health clinic.

Hesquiaht hereditary chiefs, council and community members joined Health Minister Allan Rock for the official opening. Several boats and planes brought in guests to be welcomed by Hesquiaht beach keeper, Lawrence Paul.

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The community of Hot Springs Cove was bustling with activity during the last week of July as preparations were made for the grand opening celebration of the long awaited health clinic.

Hesquiaht hereditary chiefs, council and community members joined Health Minister Allan Rock for the official opening. Several boats and planes brought in guests to be welcomed by Hesquiaht beach keeper, Lawrence Paul.

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Each spring, millions of students bid farewell to their teachers and schoolmates for exciting futures armed with the most valuable asset in today's job market- education. In fact, it is becoming increasingly hard to find a job without a high school diploma.

While these graduates may take basic language and math skills for granted, many others suffer silently because they are not able to complete their secondary education. For some people, reading a newspaper or even a bus schedule can be a challenge.

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Each spring, millions of students bid farewell to their teachers and schoolmates for exciting futures armed with the most valuable asset in today's job market- education. In fact, it is becoming increasingly hard to find a job without a high school diploma.

While these graduates may take basic language and math skills for granted, many others suffer silently because they are not able to complete their secondary education. For some people, reading a newspaper or even a bus schedule can be a challenge.

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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA fisheries), an agency of the Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), released its environmental assessment of Makah gray whale hunting. The new assessment finds that, due to the government's treaty obligation and the healthy status of the whale population, the tribe's whale hunting will be allowed to continue.

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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA fisheries), an agency of the Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), released its environmental assessment of Makah gray whale hunting. The new assessment finds that, due to the government's treaty obligation and the healthy status of the whale population, the tribe's whale hunting will be allowed to continue.

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ARIES

Good News! This is your month. I hope you can afford the payments. The stars will truly shine on you for the next four weeks until you get the roof repaired. Enjoy life. Be confident. Grab the tiger by the tail, unless you are at the zoo.

TAURUS

This is the month for love. Taurus, be prepared to be swept off your feet because chances are he or she will be a janitor. Play hard to get before he gets to be hard. Love can be fickle, so don't be afraid of disappointment. That's why God created gas cans and lighters.

GEMINI

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It started 17 years ago with a salmon feast for the friendship centre's neighbors, and has developed into a three-day event that attracts as many as 50,000 guests each year.

The First People's Festival, held at the Royal British Columbia Museum in Victoria on Aug. 10, 11 and 12, was a real crowd pleaser, with 350 dancers, singers and drummers performing and another 30 artists showcasing their work.