Moose Lake Star Gazette - Serving Carlton and Pine Counties Since 1895

AUTOMOBILES

Buying catalytic converters at a fair price. (612) 749-0769 or (320) 245-0065

1/18/ccd

$180 or more

for most junk cars/trucks.

Free pickup 7 days/week.

Also buying farm, construction equip., motor homes and buses.

Call (320) 438-0338.

1/17-22/ccd

Oak Lake

RV Sales & Service

Low price cars set up w/base plate, wiring & tow bar to be pulled behind a Motor Home on 4 wheels:

02 Chevy Cavalier - $5,500

99 Saturn SL2 - $3,800

Other vehicles for sale:

05 Chrysler Town & Country - $6,900

01 Dodge Ram 1500 - $7,999

218-496-5678

or 888-723-5218

1/6/tfc

Sisters Agency LLC

All types of insurance

Celine Dempich

Sandstone, MN 55072

320-245-2930

sistersagency@wildblue.net

1/24/tfc

Wanted:

Junk Cars & Trucks

218-565-2672

Will pay from $150.ºº to $300.ºº on some. Also, Junk lawn mowers and 4 wheelers.

1/04/tfc

AUTO BODY

FREE LOANER CAR with auto body repair and glass replacement

Free Estimates ... I-Car,

ASE & PPG Certified

NORTHBOUND COLLISION

North on Old Hwy. 61, Hinckley

320-384-0774

1b/3/tfc

DAY CARE

Cozy Kiddos Childcare

has FT openings for 2+.

Flexible schedule, hourly rates.

Willow River

(218) 213-7496

3/18-19/pd,nc

FARM MACHINERY

CERVENKA'S ALLIS CHALMERS

Tractor Salvage, Parts

& Equipment.

Sales & Service.

(320) 838-3481

4/7/tfc

GARAGE SALE

Annual Multi-family Sale: 3095 Lakeside Drive, Willow River, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, May 3, 4, 5, 8:00 to 4:00.

5/18/pd

Garage Sale: 910 Woodland Dr., behind Mercy Hospital, Friday, May 10, 8-5 and Saturday, May 11, 8-3.

5/18/pd

Garage Sale: Wood stove, quilt frame, Honda rototiller, Swisher weed wacker on wheels, welding equipment, boy's clothes, much miscellaneous. Friday, May 3, 4-8 and Saturday, May 4, 8-12. 4488 Konieska Rd., Moose Lake.

5/18/pd

Tired of waiting for garage sales? Shop Sandstone Country Bargains second hand store. We have a complete variety. 418 Main St., Sandstone, MN 55072.

5/18-19/chg

Garage Sale: May 1, 2, 3 and 4 at 79778 Scotch Pine Road, Willow River, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

5/18/pd

Moving Sale: Tools, hunting, fishing, trapping supplies, furniture, clothes and household items. May 4 and 5, 8-4, 80693 Denham Road, Willow River, MN.

5/17-18/pd

Moving Sale: Many household and shop items to choose from. Weekends starting at 9 a.m. April 20. One mile from Hwy. 23, 4720 County Rd. 155.

5/17-18/pd

Huge Garage Sale: Large multiple family sale. Lots of seasonal deco's, plus something for everyone. No early birds. Friday, May 3, 8-4; Saturday, May 4, 8-12. 4188 North Rd., Moose Lake.

5/17-18/pd

Psychic Readings

By appointment.

(320) 629-2194

5/18/chg

HELP WANTED

Help Wanted: Experienced bartender, cook, waitress. Apply in person, Embassy, Sturgeon Lake.

7/18/pd

Regency Home Healthcare

Part to full time PCAs

Apply online at Regencyhhc.com

or send resume to 4961 Rice Lake Rd. #105 Duluth MN 55803. EOE

7/18/chg

Help Wanted:

Business Presentation

Joe Jitters

308 Elm Ave.

Moose Lake, MN 55767

May 7, 7 p.m.

Product showing available.

marklundquist11@gmail.com

7/18/ccd

Willow River Schools is seeking 2 temporary part time summer custodians. Approximately 20 hours a week. Duties would include assisting with general cleaning and maintenance of school properties. Ideal candidates would be mechanically inclined, able to handle power tools, light machinery and lift up to 50lbs. Also the ability to work without direct supervision is essential. Please send letter of interest to:

Bernie Mikrot

P.O. Box 66

Willow River, MN 55795

Deadline for letters is May 14, 2013

7/18/chg

Lazy Moose Grill is looking to fill the positions of cook and daytime server. Positions will fill quickly, apply today.

7/18-19/chg

HELP WANTED

PART-TIME BANK TELLER

Qualifications:

High school grad or GED

Strong oral & written

communication skills

Strong listening skills

Strong sales ability

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work under stress

Computer/10-key calc skills

Send letter of application

and résumé to:

Attn: Denise Schleret

First National Bank

of Moose Lake

PO Box 429

Moose Lake, MN 55767

Deadline: Monday, April 29, 2013

7/18/chg

Part time position working Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday every other week. Working with three developmentally disabled adults in Moose Lake. Wage $11.05hr. Please call (218) 485-4196.

7/18/chg

Oakview Residential Care, Inc. is looking for a Activity Assistant to work part time 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and weekends. The activity assistant will lead activities that are planned with the seniors. Some of the activities that we do include: Bingo, Crafts, 1:1's, Music, Reminiscing, Shopping, Baking, and more! If you enjoy working with people and are interested in this position, please apply at 300 Talbot Dr, Moose Lake, MN 55767 or by email at oakview@mchsi.com.

7/18/chg

Work available

Part time handyman and maintenance position available at Oakview assisted living in Moose Lake. 10-20 hours per week, flexible days and times. Experience required. Application available at Oakview, 300 Talbot Drive, Moose Lake.

7/18/chg

Barnum Public Schools, ISD No. 91, has the following employment opportunities available for the 2013/2014 school year:

Transportation Director

Experience preferred. CDL license required. Qualified applicants should submit an application, letter of interest, resume, and three letters of recommendation to: David Bottem, Superintendent, 3675 County Road 140, Barnum, MN 55707.

Activities Director

Qualified applicants should submit an application, letter of interest, resume, credentials and three letters of recommendation to: Steve Brandt, HS Principal, 3675 County Road 140, Barnum, MN 55707.

Applications are available at http://www.barnum.k12.mn.us or by calling (218) 389-6978 x1001. Closing Date: May 10, 2013. Barnum Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

7/18/chg

The City of Cromwell is seeking a seasonal, part-time maintenance

helper for the summer. Hours vary but generally 15-30 hrs. every 2 weeks. For more info, please call (218) 644-3570 ext. 10. Applications are available at the liquor store, the city office, or

online at http://www.cromwell.govoffice.com.

7/17-18/chg

The City of Cromwell is seeking a part-time cleaning person at the Municipal Liquor Store. Approx. 10-12 hrs. per week. Must be able to work early morning hours, including weekends. For more info, please call (218) 644-3570 ext. 10. Applications are available at the liquor store, the city office, or online at http://www.cromwell.govoffice.com.

7/17-18/chg

Part-time Cook. Scratch cooking experience required. Able to work evenings & weekends. $8-$10 hour, based on experience. Start mid-May. Send resume and 3 references to: Nick Damico, Food Service Manager, Audubon Center of the North Woods, damico@audubon-center.org, fax (320) 245-5272 or Audubon Center of the North Woods, PO Box 530, Sandstone, MN 55072.

7/17-18/chg

Immediate openings for qualified truck drivers - company and owner operators. Must have valid CDL & OTR experience. Out 4-6 days - plenty of miles (south/southeast regions). Hometime. (218) 768-2701

7/15-18/chg

Experienced Heavy Truck Mechanic. (218) 820-8555

or (218) 768-3001

7/15-18/chg

HOUSEHOLD

D & B

Used Appliance

Repair and Sales

We take old appliances.

Sandstone, MN

(320) 245-0298

(320) 420-7240

8/9/tfc

APPLIANCE

REPAIR

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators,

Freezers & Stoves.

218-273-4444 Carl

8/43/tfc

LAWN AND GARDEN

MANS MOWING

For all your mowing needs.

Commercial and residential. Serving east central Minnesota for over 10 years.

Insured. (320) 630-5336

Daniel Mans

9/16-34/pd

LIVESTOCK

HAY FOR SALE: Approximately 650 small square bales. Second crop, alfalfa/grass. Stored inside. Call John Von Rueden, (612) 490-1649.

10/18/ccd

Registered Red Angus yearling bulls and one 4-year-old, good disposition, semen tested. Todd Holmes, (320) 384-6750.

10/18-19/ccd

For Sale: 4x5 grass hay, last year's, some old hay also, free. $25 load for loading. (320) 838-3238

10/17-18/pd

Wanted to buy: Big round bales of second crop hay for dairy cows. (218) 658-4626

10/17-18/pd

Buying all classes of livestock. Wallace Anderson, (218) 372-3531 or (218) 565-2971.

10/16-22/pd

16-year-old Reg. Quarterhorse. More broke, but has not been ridden in 2 years. Her 9-year-old daughter 1/2 Quarterhorse 1/2 Paint. Some ground work done. $450 a pc. or $800 for both. (218) 658-4305 or (218) 310-8897.

10/17/pd

Wanted to buy: Hay, large squares, large rounds or whatever you have. Need semi loads. Upland hay okay. Leave message, (763) 263-0361.

10/17-18/ccd

Quality Angus Bulls. AI bloodlines, TC Freedom, Iron Mountain. Becker's Angus, (320) 216-5029.

10/16-19/ccd

Spencer Anderson

Livestock

Buy, sell, trade and trucking.

Sturgeon Lake, MN

(218) 423-0074

Cell: (612) 770-2218

10/50/tfc

Ritchie Livestock

Water Fountains

Sales-Service-Installation,

All Season Contracting -

Tom (218) 372-3153

10/6/tfc

Farm Insurance

Call Jason Paulson @ Great Lakes Insurance Agency

218-879-9913 or

1-888-879-9913

Also ask about our

Life Insurance Products

10/44/tfc

Buying all classes of livestock, beef and dairy cattle, including complete herd dispersals. All kinds of auctions. Brent Besser, East Central Livestock Auction, Mora, MN. 320-679-4333.

10/45/tfc

MISCELLANEOUS

Must Liquidate! 1-92' x 150' with 45w x 20h sliding doors Rangemaster Steel Building & 1-110' x 225'. Call 1-800-411-5866 ext. 050 Today & Save Thousands!

12/18-19/chg

Hinckley Party Rental - Tents, Tables, Chairs and MORE!

Email: hinckleyparty@yahoo.com, Phone: 320-385-0858, Website: hinckleypartyrental.com.

12/17-18/pdHN

Firewood/Tree Removal. Full cords, oak $160; poplar $140. Dry, split and delivered. Campfire wood. State vendor. Thurber Logging, (320) 216-5258.

12/16-18/ccd

Oak Firewood: Seasoned or green. All other species available. Your firewood professionals for over 20 years!

Gibson Logging

(218) 496-8828

12/44/tfc

Husqvarna • Jonsereds • Stihl

Chain Saw Sales & Service

Brush Saws/Grass Trimmers/Parts, Accessories, Oil,

Main Lines & Chockers

Moose Lake

Implement & Sport

"The Chain Saw People"

since 1941

(218) 485-4486

(218) 389-6721

12/50/tfc

DirecTV - Dish Network

Local Retailer

RU Wireless, Moose Lake, MN

218-485-8355 or 800-413-3909

12/40/tfc

MOBILE HOMES

MANUFACTURED

HOMES AND CABINS

Example: new 28'x40' completed on your site, $48,900. Financing available. Pine Crest Homes, (320) 629-8110,

http://www.pinecresthomesinc.com.

13/32/tfc

NOTICES

CITY OF SANDSTONE

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS

City of Sandstone will accept sealed quotations for Class V gravel delivered and bladed in place on a per yard basis. Quotation form and information is available at City Hall. Questions about the project directed to John Mikrot at 320 – 245 - 5241. Quotes to be delivered and received at City Hall by noon, Tuesday, May 7th 2013.

City reserves the right to waive any and all irregularities and to reject any or all quotes received.

14/18/chg

SONSHINE PANTRY

MOOSE LAKE

Supplied by Ruby's Pantry - Saturday, May 11 at Evangelical Covenant Church in Moose Lake. Suggested $15 donation. Bring boxes or tubs to carry the food. Registration Time - 8 a.m. Food will be distributed when it has been sorted and counted. Student and adult volunteers are welcome beginning at 8 a.m. For more information, (218) 372-8212 or (218) 485-4800.

14/18-19/chg

Women’s Wellness Retreat

Women Seeking Laughter with guest speaker Lorna Landvik.

GREAT Mother’s Day Gift!

May 3rd-5th

Weekend Retreat Fee- $200.00

Saturday Evening Only- $35.00

These event supports summer youth camp scholarships.

Where: YMCA Camp Miller Retreat Center

Sturgeon Lake, MN 55783

Call: 218.372.3188

Email: camping@duluthymca.org

14/18/chg

DELL GROVE TOWNSHIP ROAD INSPECTION

The Dell Grove Town Board Supervisors will conduct their annual road inspection on May 4, 11 a.m., starting from the Nick Harris residence. Anyone with concerns, please contact Chairman Dan O'Flanagan at (320) 245-2625.

Janet Foss, Clerk

Dell Grove Township

http://www.dellgrovetownship.com

14/18/chg

BOARD OF REVIEW

SILVER TOWNSHIP

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Board of Appeal of the Township of Silver in Carlton County, Minnesota, will meet at the Kettle River Snowmobile Club in said Township at 10 a.m. on Monday the 29th day of April, 2013 for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment of said Township for the year 2013. All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment, or who wish to complain that the property of another is assessed too low, are hereby notified to appear at said meeting, and show cause of having such assessment corrected.

No complaint that another person is assessed too low will be acted upon until the person so assessed, or his agent, shall have been notified of such complaint.

Given under my hand this 31st day of March 2013.

Mark A Carlson

Clerk of the Township of Silver

14/18/chg

The Moose Lake Area Fire Protection District is seeking bids for the following fire apparatus that we are retiring from our fleet.

1982 GMC High Sierra water tender VIN # 1GDL7DIE5BV573620 with recently rebuilt motor. It is powered by a 427 v8 gasoline driven engine. It has a 5 speed transmission; power steering. Fluid checks and oil changes have been maintained yearly. Water capacity of tank is 1250 gallons. The PTO pump has been experiencing a vacuum leak and has not been used in @ 2 years. We are working towards acquiring a new tanker for our fleet. It is the buyer’s responsibility to inspect the truck before placing a bid; there are no warranties, refunds or returns. Bids will be accepted until Tuesday, May 14th. Send bids to 600 Hwy 73, Moose Lake, MN 55767. Bids received will be reviewed at the monthly fire district board meeting on May 16th. This item has a reserve. Interested parties can inspect truck at the Moose Lake fire hall at 600 Hwy 73 in Moose Lake. Call to set up an appointment at 218-485-4242 and leave a message.

14/17-18/chg

WAGNER TOWNSHIP

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Wagner in Aitkin County, Minnesota, will meet at the Town Hall, 11550 State Highway 18, Finlayson, MN at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday the 9th day of May, 2013.

The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether taxable property in the Township has been properly valued and classified by the assessor, and also to determine whether corrections need to be made.

If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after conferring with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed. Generally, an appearance before your local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to your county board of appeal and equalization.

Jennette Alleman

Clerk, Wagner Township

14/18-19/chg

Notice to NPAHD Members

Rescheduled Meeting

There will be an informational meeting and discussion for city council members and township board members who have an interest in withdrawing from the North Pine Area Hospital District (NPAHD). The meeting has been rescheduled for May 2 at 7 p.m. at the City Hall in Hinckley.

Agenda will include the following:

* Review the original resolution to form a hospital district.

* Current financial data, and obligations of the NPAHD.

* Discussion of process to withdraw from NPAHD.

* Andy Macarthur of Macarthur Law Offices will be there to answer questions.

The meeting has been announced at the Pine County Association of Townships and will be published. Please pass this notice on to those members who may be uninformed.

Thanks,

Steve E. Nelson

Arlone Township

(320) 384-6955

14/18-19/chg

PETS

Border Collie/Heeler/German Shepherd cross puppy. Shots and dewormed. (320) 384-6750.

16/18/ccd

AKC black lab puppies, hunting lines. F 350, M 300, born March 13th. Ready for your home soon! (320) 279-8008 or (218) 591-2533, Willow River.

16/17/tfc

FOR RENT

Sandstone house for rent. 2bdrm, $575 + dep, avl 6/1, Credit check and ref reqd. (218) 565-0459

18/18/ccd

1 bdrm apt, Sturgeon Lake, no pets, refs. (218) 565-1347, leave message. $500 month, utilities included.

18/17/tfc

Now taking applications for one bedroom rental in Willow River. Deluxe unit - ideal for senior. Laundry, heated garage, A/C. Must qualify. (218) 372-3137

18/17-20/chg

SAND LAKE RESORT: Offering fully furnished homes and cabins. Daily, weekly, and monthly rental rates – call (218) 485-8164 or email office@sandlakeresort.com.

18/16-22/chg

1 BR apt. Economical, includes utilities, storage, $430. (218) 343-2259

18/12/tfc

NOW SMOKE FREE !!

Hillside Manor East,

Moose Lake, MN

Is now taking applications.

• Smoke Free 1 Bedroom Apts

• 62 yrs or Handicap/Disabled

• Meet HUD Sec 8 Guidelines

• Located in Downtown

• Close to Restaurants & Shops

• Coin Op Laundry

• E. O. H.

Contact 218-485-8516

for showings

18/40/tfc

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 and 2 bedroom townhouse-style apartments now available in Sandstone. mo. In unit W/D, garage optional. Heat included. Find out how one of these can be yours by calling 320-245-2999. Wild River Apartments.

18/43/tfc

SENIOR APARTMENT

RENTALS

Enjoy independent living at Wild River Senior Apartments in Sandstone, MN. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available now! Heat and storage included. Optional underground parking. Call 320-245-2999 or stop by 300 Commercial Avenue for your personal tour!

18/43/tfc

SERVICES

High efficiency OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler burns less wood. 25 year warranty. MMT Heating & Cooling 218-729-1585

19/18/chg

Central Boiler

Outdoor Wood Furnaces

Starting at $5190 with rebates. Parts and installation available.

PL Wood Boiler Sales Cromwell, 218-310-4025

19/18/ccd

SAND LAKE PAINTING

New construction & repaints, all interior & exterior painting, wood finishing, siding,

soffits & fascia, logs, decks.

Excellent quality.

(218) 213-8681

19/18-19/pd

Computer Problems?

Call Eric

(218) 485-8496

19/17-20/pd

LARSON STORAGE

Downtown Sturgeon Lake

6x10 units $25 per month

8x10 units $35 per month

10x20 units $75 per month

Call 1-612-205-3198

Bring this ad in & get a

10% discount on rental.

19/18/chg

Dave's Handyman

Carpentry, maintenance.

One call does it all.

Cell: (218) 341-1978

(218) 496-5699

19/15-18/pd

Dan’s Masonry

Basement wall repair, garage floors, driveways, pole barns, sidewalks, steps, foundations, additions, retaining walls.

(320) 384-7244

19/14-26/pd

Little Moose Painting

Exterior/Interior.

Painting, staining, varnishing, pressure washing, deck refinishing, professional workmanship, insured.

(218) 485-4216

(218) 213-8682

19/11-22/pd

Concrete Work

Decorative stonework and landscaping, garage slabs & aprons, patios and driveways, rock retaining walls, fireplace stonework. Call Pete at: cell, 612-390-1537.

19/21/tfc

Sisters

Agency LLC

All types of insurance

Celine Dempich

Sandstone, MN 55072

320-245-2930

sistersagency@wildblue.net

19/13/tfc

DC Garage Door

Doors & Openers • Sales

Service • Installation

Insured • 24 Hr. Service

LIFTMASTER OPERATORS

Commercial & Residential

Ryan F. Wilson, Owner/Installer

94394 E. Frontage Rd.

Moose Lake, MN 55767

218-485-8575

MN Toll Free 888-641-2265

19/43/tfc

Darren’s Glass

Commercial & Residential. Thermal pane replacement, Patio doors, Mirrors, Professional window washing. Call 218-343-4146

19/13/tfc

SADLER SEPTIC SERVICE

Septic tank pumping & back flushing; portable toilets; power rooter service; power jetter & steamer for frozen septic lines.

320-384-6389

19/7/tfc

DONNA’s SANITATION

Collection in Askov, Bruno, Kerrick, Duquette, Nickerson area.

320-630-1346

19/30/tfc

MATT’S SANITATION

Call today for prompt courteous service. Residential, commercial, containers available. Serving Northern Pine County.

320-384-7137

19/14/tfc

Professional Property

Cleanup

Will clean up anything & everything including: Appliances, computers, TV’s, autos, tires, and more. Also, building demo and mobile home removal. All Season Contracting Services

Tom Rybak

(218)372-3153

19/23/tfc

Brian L. Beck Construction

New construction, remodeling, decks, flooring, siding, windows, concrete and more. Free estimates.

Lic. #20630703

Call 320-630-7382

19/10/tfc

Kenowski Carpentry

Homes • Cabins • Garages

Additions • Roofing • Siding

Sheetrock... etc.

Free Estimates

MN Lic. #20347473

218-380-3018

19/42/tfc

Medicare and

Individual Health Plans

Helping People since 1996 320-384-6968 (Hinckley) 888-303-6968 (toll-free)

barb@rabehealthinsurance.com

19/07/tfc

Carpenter / Handyman / Maintenance Man for Hire

Finlayson / Sandstone

& Surrounding Areas

Call Jim @ 612-599-9826

19/25/tfc

Region Air Light

Power & Heating

License #EA002332

• Electrical

• Refrigeration

• Mechanical Contracting Services

• Electrical Wiring

• Coolers Freezers

and Bulk Tanks

•Boilers Forced Air

Geo Thermal

• Econar

• Venmar HRV

218-485-0551 Moose Lake

218-380-3612 Cell

19/39/tfc

SPORTING GOODS

Synthetic Maverick 12g shotgun, $150. Bicentennial Model 4 Rem 30-06, $800. Samsung Galaxy S3 AT&T, $350. HJC Blue Helmet, $70. Text or email (218) 565-0500, Jamestut@gmail.com. Or trade for dependable car.

20/18/pd

Starcraft 14ft alum boat, 8HP Johnson, solid trailer $950. Rusty, (218) 372-3012 after 6 p.m.

20/18/tfc

7.5 hp Mercury & 4 hp Evinrude outboards. Both twin, gas tanks included, $450/pr. Al, (320) 385-0148.

20/17-18/ccd

Fuji bikes for sale plus

Bicycle Repair

Complete tune-ups, tires, tubes

& accessories.

T&M Athletics

Willow River

218-372-3141

800-292-3045

20/11/tfc

CARD OF THANKS

Thanks to all who sent cards and best wishes for our 60th wedding anniversary. Thanks also to our family for hosting the party at the Holiday Inn in St. Cloud.

Kathleen & Bob Ryan

24/18/ccd

Thank you to the person who so kindly plowed our driveway following the spring snowstorm April 19. Whoever you are, your kindness is greatly appreciated.

Colette and Paul Stadin

24/18/nc