Sebastian Benuen picked up his son Mista Shipu one last time before heading out.

The sun shown bright in a cloudless blue sky, providing the makings for a perfect day. But the February winds of Labrador would have none of it.

Residents of Sheshatshiu didn't seem to mind the -30 C windchill temperature as they came out to give 13 walkers a warm send off as they departed for Quebec.

	Human remains were found at the sight of a residential fire February 5.

As of Feb. 5, the RCMP in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, with assistance from the local volunteer fire department, Fire and Emergency Services NL investigators, were successful in locating and removing human remains, from the sight of a residential fire that occurred in the early hours of Feb. 5.

A 21-year-old female occupant of the home has not yet been accounted for.

Police are still looking into the cause of fire but does not suspect foul play.

Arrangements are presently being made for transport to the office of the Chief Medical Examiner in St. John's for autopsy and identification.

Aurora Energy Resources Inc. continues its effort to demonstrate the benefits that a proposed uranium mine would hold for Nunatsiavut and the province.

The exploration company recently wrapped up a round of community consultations where they presented the results of an independent economic assessment of the Michelin uranium project.

John Hickey is tight-lipped on details of a recent meeting he had with 17 people over a recent hunting issue.

On Jan. 31, the MHA for Lake Melville met with the individuals at his constituency office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay over an issue that arose after hunters had their caribou confiscated for hunting in a closed zone.

Mr. Hickey said he wouldn't comment on the content of the meeting.

"(I) came away with a strong sense that the people are deeply distressed and concerned about the happenings at Metchin River," he said.

One of the largest construction projects currently underway in this country - the US $2.8 billion nickel processing plant near Long Harbour, Placentia Bay - is proceeding on schedule, according to officials with Vale Inco Newfoundland and Labrador.

What's more, the vast majority of employment benefits from the project are staying in this province.

Since actual construction began last spring, roughly 850,000 person hours of employment has been generated, and 75 per cent of this was expended in this province, said Vale Inco spokesman Bob Carter.

Question: When is it acceptable for a leader not to lead by example?

Answer: Apparently, when his health is involved.

Discussing the health of Premier Danny Williams and his decision to seek medical treatment in the U.S. is a delicate issue at best. The wildly popular Williams knew that many Newfoundlanders and Labradorians would rail against any media suggestion that what he chose to do was wrong.

It was a savvy political move. Don't be naive: wily Williams thought about what would happen after the media found out he'd decided to jump the border for medical treatment. He knew that many members of the public consider one's health a sacred cow that cannot be discussed, let alone questioned.

NOTE OF THANKS 

Thank-you

The family of the late Amos Lyall would like to express their thanks to the many people who showed their kindness and friendship to Amos during his illness. Special thanks to the doctors, nursing staff and support staff. Amos referred to the nurses as”Angels” and appreciated all they did.

Thanks to Rev. Walter Edmunds for support and guidance to Amos and the family in time of need.

Thanks to Fillatres Funeral Home for their courteous and professional service.

Thank you for the kindness that was shown with cards, flowers, gifts of food, donations of money and phone calls of support.

The Lyall Families

Note of Thanks

The Family of the late Sandy Hillier would like to thank all our friends, acquaintances and relatives for your thoughtfulness during our time of bereavement.

The response to our homes with flowers, food, cards, telephone calls, and messages was enormous and very welcomed.

We are unable to thank everyone personally, but would like to show our appreciation to Faye Goudie on the slideshow, Tim McNeil for the beautiful eulogy, Ruth Spurrell for the music, Dalphine & Steve for making the cross, all who helped at the burial site, all who travelled from away and the pallbearers.

Sandy was very special to us and without your support, it would have been unbearable.

We will always remember the kindness shown by all.

Melody, Ashley & Allison.

OBITUARY

 Obituary

It is with great sadness the family of the late Sandy Hillier announces his passing in Happy Valley - Goose Bay on Jan. 15, 2010 in his 43rd year.

Predeceased by his father Ernest and sister Doris. He leaves to mourn his partner Melody McLean, Daughters Allison Beck (Brad) and Ashley McLean (Todd), his mom Lucy, sister Connie (Steve), brothers Wilson (Christine), Nelson, Glen (Suzanne), Gary (Tammy), nieces, Kim, Katelyn, Ashley, Joanna, Ashley, April, Lori-anne, Alexis, Kayla, Kelsey, Melody, Nephews Byron, Bradley, Duane, Colton, Cayden, Mitchell, Keaton, Jaydon and Cole. Great niece Jamiee, Keonna & Maya. His best buddies Scott, Tony, Edgar, Charlie, Leo, Austin, Fraser, Henry & Gord, boyfriend Joe and many friends & relatives.

Funeral Services were held in Happy Valley Goose Bay at Bethel Pentecostal Church on Wednesday, January 20, 2010.