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Creston veteran celebrates 101st birthday with community fundraiser

Chuck Page wants to collect 101 donations for Valley Community Services
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Nancy DeVuono poses with her father Chuck Page, a veteran and new resident of Creston, at the celebration of his 101st birthday on August 9. (Photo by Kelsey Yates)

What’s the secret to living over 100 years? According to 101-year-old veteran Chuck Page, he owes his longevity to “behaving himself and not getting into too much trouble”.

With many birthdays to look back on, Page decided to celebrate this particular milestone by giving back to his newfound community of Creston.

Before moving to the small town last year, retired Sgt. Page had lived his entire life in the city of St.

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Kelsey Yates

About the Author: Kelsey Yates

Kelsey Yates has had a lifelong passion for storytelling. Originally from Alberta, her career in journalism has spanned 10 years in many rural communities throughout Alberta and B.C. Now she calls the Kootenays home.
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