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nor injuries as a result of this collision. While searching for people involved, the officers established that there was another vehicle, the Volkswagen passenger vehicle, through the ice. It was this vehicle that was the subject of the original call and became the focus of the fatal collision investigation. A second man escaped from the Volkswagen was transported to hospital to be treated for the effects of hyperthermia. OPP established that the two incidents were separate events. Both investigations are active and ongoing.

Mississippi Mills council is taking steps toward hiring a permanent chief administrative officer (CAO). The issue of what that process will entail was discussed at the Dec. 18 committee of the whole meeting. Currently, clerk Shawna Stone is serving as the acting CAO, after Ken Becking officially resigned from the position in November; he had only been in the role since May 7, replacing longtime CAO Diane Smithson. Several options were on the table for council to consider, including: recruiting a permanent CAO, continue with Stone in the acting position, issue a Request

for Proposal (RFP) to enlist the aid of a consultant, or advertise for an interim CAO. Council unanimously chose to go the route of hiring someone permanently, which was formally passed during council later that evening. "I think option 1 is our goal, one way or another, out of all of them," noted Coun. Jan Maydan . "I think we want to hire a permanent CAO. I'm not sure what happened with the last one, but that was yesterday so we have to move on." Maydan said that it's important to hire someone permanently who has experience to run the municipality and "someone who can mentor staff at all levels." Coun. Bev Holmes

agreed. "There's a lot of work to be done. We're a new council, so it would be good to get someone on here permanently because there are going to be a lot of changes," she stated. Noting that he looked at all of the options carefully, Deputy Mayor John Levi said he was also in favour of hiring a permanent CAO however, he believed that a consultant was needed to guide council through the process. "Not a headhunter," he pointed out. "We can put together a good hiring committee because some of our staff may be interested in this position, but we need some personnel guidance. It's been our weakness for many years that we don't have a human resources

[department]..." Mayor Christa Lowry suggested that Lanark County CAO Kurt Greaves could be a valuable resource to council in the hiring process. "I believe this is a position that needs to be looked at immediately because it's gone on too long ... the sooner, the better," she said. "Perhaps we could look to the CAO of Lanark County to help us with this process. I don't know what kind of cost there might be, but they [Lanark County] have a HR department there, and I think Kurt Greaves is pretty well respected in the county and that distance from staff here might be a good thing. He's familiar with our munici-

pality and what we do." Levi said that enlisting the county to help was a good idea, but didn't know if Greaves would assist himself. "I don't expect him to personally sort through files, but he could give his guidance. He's excellent, top of the line. He would make a good CAO for us, but we couldn't afford him," he joked. "I think we should approach him and see what his thoughts are ... if not, there are people out there." Coun. Denzil Ferguson said that Mississippi Mills could also look to the Town of Arnprior, which recently went through the CAO recruitment process. "Arnprior did name names of very qualified, recently retired CAOs ... if the price was right, we could get qualified people [to help] if something doesn't happen with the Lanark County CAO," he said. Any costs related to the hiring of a permanent CAO will be examined during the upcoming 2019 budget deliberations.

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cause we accept more money ..." According to a report by director of planning Niki Dwyer, at the Dec. 18 committee of the whole meeting, "The restaurant proposal would include the construction of a wood burning pizza oven and kitchen to service a 40-patron dining room with an additional 30 seats on a seasonal outdoor patio overlooking the falls. The business will employ 15-20 full and part-time staff and will operate seven days a week." Dwyer said that in 2019, a condominium plan for the site included 12 units with surface and underground parking, but since then the property was developed to include commercial units on the ground floor (Heirloom Café and a women's clothing business) "with an accompanying 18 surface parking spaces." " ... The underground

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to address parking issues, Dwyer pointed out. The current parking reserve sits at $32,737.83. "I think the downtown could use the money," Maydan said. " ... We have $32,000 in there so there's already a shortage (of parking)..." Deputy Mayor John Levi pointed out. "We need to look at how to expand parking and have people able to come visit the town." Council denied Princiotta's request for a payment plan and was hesitant to accept the cash-inlieu of parking. Though staff supported accepting cash-in-lieu of parking as it furthers development, the matter brought up the growing concern of the lack of parking in downtown Almonte. Dwyer suggested an updated parking study, with public consultation process, should be undertaken to address it. The

last studies were completed by planning staff in 2001 and 2006, "which concluded that there was a sufficient supply of parking for the average daily demand at the time, but acknowledged that there was a shortfall of short-term parking spaces and a general public concern regarding the proximity of parking to downtown businesses," she said in the report. Coun. Denzil Ferguson wondered what the time frame would be for a report to be completed. "We have not budgeted for a consultant to come in 2019," Dwyer said, noting the parking reserve funds could be used for the study. "I suggest we probably do it in the summer or in fall. We've budgeted for a summer student and it would be a great exercise for them. " ... I'd still caution we don't want to rush this at this time of year because

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you're not going to get realistic parking statistics in February," she continued. "They'll be more robust in spring, that's reasonable." In the meantime, she said a request for proposal could be pulled together and issued. "We don't have the staffing capacity to do this," Dwyer stated. " ... We need someone to sit there for days on end and watch the turnover ... it's a great summer student job." Ferguson questioned how this study would affect the restaurant's plans. "This is important to us. I think the downtown core needs anything we can get," he said. It's Princiotta's hope to be open in February, Dwyer noted. She indicated a decision on the matter is required before the municipality can approve the building permit for the space to conform with its zoning bylaw.

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CARLETON PLACE TO LAUNCH NEW CORPORATE BRAND TARA GESNER tgesner@metroland.com Carleton Place is getting a makeover with the launch of its new corporate brand. Before the Christmas break, council approved an updated branding guide prepared by Cat's Cove Communications, authorizing its launch in 2019. The new corporate brand includes a logo, and it is intended to unite the community and provide businesses and organizations something to work with as part of their promotional strategies. According to communications co-ordinator Amanda Charania, staff would "gradually update all existing marketing materials." Carleton Place's current Meet Me on the Mississippi logo and branding was created under the direction of Mopani Communications approximately 10 years ago, and it quickly became

part of the town's landscape. Last spring, as part of an overall branding and marketing strategy project, the town acquired the services of Cat's Cove Communications. "They did an extensive community consultation to get a sense how residents and business owners felt about the town ... where they saw us going in the future," Charania said. The information was used to develop a marketing strategy. "Not only for tourism purposes, but to promote Carleton Place as a growing community - attracting residents and businesses, and making an effort to send out the same message across a variety of channels," Charania explained. Toby and Cathy James, the owners of Cat's Cove Communications, presented the initial marketing strategy to council in fall 2018. "It was well received;

however, council did ask for addition community consultation on the logo, which was done in October and November," Charania revealed. The logo was sent out to subscribers of the CP Scoop newsletter, approximately 700 people. "We had 130 people provide feedback," the communication's co-ordinator said, and "one of the things we heard consistently was people really wanted a water feature included." "They feel the Mississippi River is a vital part of the community and should be represented in our logo," Charania added. "There should also be an acknowledgement of our heritage and change to the colour scheme ... a more naturebased green and softer complementary colours." Too the town hall needed to be more prominent, and several people felt it looked too much like Parliament Hill's Peace Tower. "A small working group

was assembled ... people who could move the logo forward, reflecting the desire of the community," Charania said. The new logo affords the town a lot of versatility, in terms of being able to take bits and pieces of it ... having different versions for letterhead, websites, Tshirts, mugs, etc. "It lends itself to a variety of applications, and the colour scheme is reflective of the community," Charania pointed out. "The font style is more modernized." The original logo had 'est. 1819' across the bottom. Coun. Theresa Fritz participated in the work group for the logo, calling the finalized product "pretty good." Before being elected to the 130th council of Carleton Place, Coun. Linda Seccaspina voiced her dislike for the logo. However, after participating in the working group, "it is something I can live with." She also thanked the

communications co-ordinator and town staff for "all their headaches." The councillor did point out the 'est. 1819' was not accurate. Carleton Place was incorporated as a town in 1890. According to Seccaspina, the area was settled in 1819 by the families of Edmond Morphy and William Moore, and it was originally called Morphy's Falls. Prior, the Algonquin inhabited the land. The rookie politician also pointed out the logo was very similar to Arnprior's. "I am a team player," Seccaspina stressed. "However, if I am spending taxpayer money, I do not want someone to come up to me and tell me it looks just like the Arnprior logo." "Apologies to everyone, but I had to say something," she said. "At the end of the day, a logo designed by a committee is not going to satisfy everyone," Coun. Jeff Atkinson stated. He added: "The logo is just a logo. The reputation behind the logo is what counts at the end of the day.

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"The Carleton Place Winter Carnival would not happen without them," Shannon O'Neill told the Canadian Gazette on Jan. 2. "They have really been phenomenal." Shannon is a member of the carnival organizing committee, alongside Tracy Ann Goebel, Shannon Guetta, Jessica Hansen and Patrick O'Neill. "Jess and I have been with the committee from the beginning," Shannon said. Guetta assisted the group last year, and Patrick, Shannon's spouse, has always been behind the scenes. This year, however, he stepped up to take care of the merchant market. The Carleton Place

Winter Carnival returns to the arena, having spent the previous four years at Riverside Park. "We held our very first carnival here," Shannon said. "The year after it was at Carambeck Community Centre." She explained: "We are bringing it back to the basics. We have done away with themes ... we are focusing on a free day of fun activities for the entire family." At Riverside Park all activities were spread out. "It was too much space for us," Shannon noted. The organizing committee is expecting this year's carnival to be the busiest, owing to feedback on social media. See POPULAR, page 11

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PROVINCE GETS REAL WITH TOUGHER DISTRACTED DRIVING FINES If the thought of harming yourself or others on the road wasn't deterrent enough to put down that phone, new tougher distracted driving penalties should be. On Jan. 1, Ontario set new fines for offenders, making it the province with the highest fines in all of Canada. The new laws have more than doubled fines for motorists, beginning with an automatic three-day driver's licence suspension and $1,000 fine for first offenders. That increases on the second offence (within five years) to a seven-day suspension and $2,000 fine. Caught three or more times, drivers will face 30-days suspension, a $3,000 fine and be docked six demerit points. And then there's the increase in insurance rates or being dropped by your provider to factor in as well. While you may think talking on the phone or texting while behind the wheel only count as distracted driving, it actually includes anything that takes a motorist's focus off the road. Eating, typing into a GPS, checking a map or even holding a hand-held device all apply. Quickly checking that phone at a stop sign or red light is also prohibited; and if you only have your G1 or G2 licence, the suspensions could increase to 30 days on first offence, 90 days after the second a loss of licence after the third. Hands-free devices (only to turn on or off) and mounted devices such as a phone or GPS are permitted so long as they are secure and hand-held devices can only be used to call police or emergency services. The need for stricter penalties is apparent - collision data from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation shows distracted driving deaths have doubled in the province since 2000. In fact, since 2013, a person is injured in a distracted driving related collision every half-hour. It seems ridiculous as to why this is even an issue. Reason should play a factor here, but reliance on technology seems to trump common sense. If you can't keep your eyes on the road, you shouldn't be operating a motor vehicle. If you just can't wait to answer that text, be considerate and pull into a parking lot and shut off your car. The government isn't only cracking down on distracted driving, however, impaired charges are also on the rise. Now drivers with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.05, those who fail a roadside sobriety or ignore the zero tolerance regulations for novice and commercial drivers, will receive a $250 fine. That increases to $350 on second offence and $450 for subsequent violations. Refuse to take a drug/alcohol test and register a BAC over 0.08? You'll be subject to a $550 penalty. So the next time you're sipping some hot coffee or applying your makeup on the way to work, think again.

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WHO WE ARE SAYING IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA YOU READ: TWO VEHICLES THROUGH THE ICE ON MISSISSIPPI LAKE IN BECKWITH TOWNSHIP

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"There have been people out on the lake near us and it's a shallow lake and I won't go on it until we have had several days in a row of freezing weather. Mississippi Lake is deeper."

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YOU READ: DRIVING DISTRACTED? GET READY TO PAY DEARLY FOR YOUR SINS "I sure hope these fines translate to those who do their hair and makeup on their morning commutes."

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YOU READ: PROPOSED ALMONTE DEVELOPMENT BRINGS UP DOWNTOWN PARKING ISSUES "Seriously, another restaurant! Meanwhile the Rexall mall sits almost empty! We need a grocery store for competition and a store to buy affordable clothing, i.e. Giant Tiger, etc.

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"If only this was enforced!"

"So this is like a bribe to overlook the rules for a building's parking requirements. Can the patrons park on this bribe while they eat?

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HEPATITIS C THERAPY CURES COBDEN MAN TARA GESNER tgesner@metroland.com Cobden resident Ron Shean has an important message for people, especially fellow baby boomers. "Get screened for hepatitis C," the 62-year-old advised during a recent interview with Metroland Media. "Hepatitis C is not what people think," Shean said. "We are all susceptible, and there is no reason to be afraid ... it is not a death sentence." Today, Shean is cured, and he wants to use his story, his knowledge to encourage and empower others to get screened. According to experts, something like 250,000 Canadians are living with the hepatitis C virus, with 44 per cent unaware of their infection. Undiagnosed or untreated, they remain at risk of severe liver disease, liver cancer, liver transplant and death. "The largest group of people with the hepatitis C virus - baby boomers," Shean noted. "I knew very little about the disease before I was diagnosed," he continued, and "I think other baby

boomers are unaware of the risk factors, symptoms and treatments." "Other than fatigue I had no symptoms of the disease," Shean added. "I did not see myself inflicted with hepatitis C." Diagnosis In fall 2015, owing to a selfless act of courage, trying to help a family member, Shean was shaken to learn he had hepatitis C. "I had an uncle waiting for a kidney transplant who ran into some hard luck, Shean explained." Although there was a donor, "as things were closing in to get it done something came up," he continued. "I knew he was struggling ... he was on dialysis." As a result, Shean decided to step up and donate one of his kidneys. Before someone can become a living donor they undergo stringent screening, and in the course of being tested, Shean received the news his blood was tainted with hepatitis C. "I cannot describe how numb I felt getting the news," he said. "I was completely caught off guard." "I was shocked, and I was

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RON SHEAN NOW HAS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO SHARE Continued from page 9

Employed as a carpenter, he considered himself a healthy person, always working hard. He always had excess energy. "I went out and played ball after working all day at the construction site," Shean said. Unfortunately, he was forced into early retirement after pinching a nerve in his neck. Single with no children, Shean recounted how difficult it was to tell his mother, sisters and brothers about his diagnosis. Too, he was fearful and embarrassed about the stigma of hepatitis C.

Treatment Key to Shean's story: He was connected with the right people, and at the right time. "I was referred to a clinical trial by a woman at (The Kidney Foundation of Canada-Ontario Branch)," Shean told this newspaper.

Dr. Curtis Cooper, an infectious disease specialist at The Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa, managed The Ottawa Hospital Viral Hepatitis Program. "There was a new treatment available, and it was unbeknownst to me," Shean said. "Even though I was still in a state of misunderstanding and shock (about my diagnosis), I was game to get help." "It is not rocket science ... if people at a clinic think they have a cure, you take them up on it," he added. Around the same time, Shean received a call from the Renfrew County and District Health Unit. Required by law, the organization contacted him about his hepatitis C diagnosis. "The health unit sent me lots of information related to the disease, which helped me better understand what was happening," Shean explained. "Through all of this ...

what I went through ... the nicest people were there when I was at my lowest, he stressed. "They made me feel normal." Shean had genotype 1 hepatitis C, which is the most common. His 12-week hepatitis C treatment, costing upwards of $75,000, consisted of one pill a day. "I was very lucky," Shean said. "I qualified for financing." Harvoni was the medication used to treat Shean's hepatitis C. It is a combination pill, containing sofosbuvir plus ledipasvir. "The medication came around October 2016," Shean said. He was impressed with the program's discreetness. "The program is a discreet as you can hope," Shean noted. "At first, my medication was hand delivered to me at Pembroke Regional Hospital ... I met with Dr. Cooper's assistant." For the next two months, a courier delivered it

straight to his door, perfectly concealed. "I always felt like I was in good hands, getting a lot of support ... everyone was always reassuring me," Shean said. "There was no fear of falling through the cracks with these people," he continued. "The empathy they have is endearing ... they are so committed to what they are doing." Owing to Shean's hepatitis C, a fibre scan of his liver revealed Stage 3 liver disease. After completing his 12week treatment, Shean underwent more blood work and another liver scan. "I eventually spoke with Dr. Cooper to find out where we were at," he said. The Harvoni was working, with no indication of the virus, and the liver seemed to be healing. "Dr. Cooper told me we still needed to wait and see," Shean said. "We needed to keep testing, but he saw something good."

At the same time, Shean was working with a dietician, eating a lot of fibre and fish to help his liver. He also bought a used treadmill. "I started to get a more promising attitude, and I had more energy," Shean said. During the monitoring part of the program, which involved more tests, Dr. Sarah Mansour took over Shean's case. He is now on a maintenance schedule, with blood work and a liver scan every six months. A recent fibre scan showed Shean's liver to be at Stage 1. "I felt the biggest relief," he said. Shean has a good idea how he contracted disease, narrowing it down. "What speaks loudest is a tattoo I received in my late 20s," he explained. "It was in the back room of a house in Digby, N.S ... sterilization was not at the top of the list." A couple of years ago, Shean had a friend - a coworker, pass away from

complications of hepatitis C. Many, many years ago, they shared shaving gear. Furthermore, there is evidence to support belief in transmission of hepatitis C through non-injection drugs such as cocaine. "I want baby boomers and others to be aware of the disease ... your symptoms may be subtle," Shean stressed. "People need to ask their doctor for a blood test. "What do you have to lose ... other than your life," he continued.

Future Achieving a cure has elated Shean's 85-year-old mother. With an increase in energy and strength, Shean visits her more often. Leaving himself a bit of a hill to climb, "I try to be as smart as I can be, eating well and exercising," he noted. "I live a very quiet life ... things are getting better." Eventually, Shean would like to get back to building houses and construction.

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"In past years, depending on the weather, we saw between 800 and 1,200 people," Shannon said. The Carleton Place Winter Carnival was also moved up this year, typically held in the month of February. "Since its conception, the carnival has been held the third Saturday in February," Shannon said. "Moving it to January ... we are hoping for more snow and warmer temperatures, and it will be before Winterlude (in Ottawa) and Family Day." Activities at the arena will take place inside (two upper halls) and outside (by the ball diamonds). "The merchant market is being held in the larger hall," Shannon said. The Bob Rintoul Hall will host a warming zone and Rice Krispie treat decorating. There will also be face painting, Zip-E the clown, a Disney princess

and more. "Junkyard Symphony will be performing outside, weather permitting," Shannon said. Other outdoor activities: Obstacle course, games, snow painting, pony rides, snowman building, touch a truck (winter version) and a snowmobile display to name a few. "The pony rides are new this year, and they are free," Shannon said. "Ken Henry of Countryside Petting Farm is running the rides." If Henry's name sounds familiar ... his family suffered a devastating loss before Christmas. A quick-burning fire destroyed his Beckwith home, killing two dogs and a cat. Firefighters were able to save two other structures on the property - barns housing ponies, goats, donkeys, pigs, sheep and more. "We are happy they are able to join for this year's carnival," Shannon said.

The first thing people will want to do when they arrive at the carnival is visit the welcome table, which will be located in the hallway between the arena's two upper halls. "Grab a passport and complete our I Spy Scavenger Hunt while you take in all the sights, sounds and activities of the Carleton Place Winter Carnival," Shannon stated. "While supplies last, each completed passport receives a goody bag (ages 16 and under)." Of course, Chilly the penguin will be out in full force. Chilly is the lovable mascot of the Carleton Place Winter Carnival. According to Shannon, horse-drawn trolley rides will run every half-hour, shuttling carnival goers between the arena and the Market Square (Beckwith Street). "People can park downtown and take the trolley to the arena, or they can take a short break from

the carnival and do some shopping downtown," she said. Carnival goers will not go hungry. Hometown Hearts, a local non-profit, will run a barbecue, with food served up in the large upper hall. Proceeds from the barbecue stay in the community, helping people in need. "Organizing the carnival is a lot of work," Shannon said, and "volunteers are key to our success." For more information, visit www.cpwintercarnival.com, or email cpwintercarnival@gmail.com. Also, stay tuned to the event's Facebook page, which is the best place to get up to the minute updates. "The carnival is an event residents and visitors look forward to," Shannon said, and "there are so many newbies in town who do not even know about it yet." The arena is located at 75 Neelin St.

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MEETINgS OF COUNCIL Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019 7:00p.m Council

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TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE - EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Carleton Place Child Care is currently accepting resumes for an RECE Teacher (maternity contract).

Qualifications/Experience: 1. Early Childhood Education Diploma (2-year diploma provincially recognized by the Ministry of Education & CECE) or similar education. (i.e. teacher, youth worker, etc.).

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NATURAL GAS BILLS ON THE RISE THIS MONTH JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The first of what is expected to be many cost increases was scheduled to hit consumers on New Year's Day. Enbridge Gas Distribution has received approval from the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) for new rates, effective Jan. 1. Typical residential customers who buy their gas supply from Enbridge will see a total bill increase of about 6.2 per cent, or $54.16 a year. Typical Enbridge residential customers will see their annual bill rise to about $926 a year.

The company blames the boost primarily on higher natural gas prices in North America, but does claim the cost of the fuel has decreased in the last decade. "Natural gas continues to provide great value to our customers, with the typical customer's total annual bill now $286 less than it was 10 years ago," says Enbridge's director of gas supply, Jamie LeBlanc, in a news release. "Natural gas remains the most economical choice for home and water heating in Ontario," maintains LeBlanc. "Over the past five

years, natural gas has been less than half the cost of electricity or oil." Enbridge submits rate adjustment applications to the OEB every three months to reflect changes in the market price of natural gas and transportation services. Enbridge says there are ways customers can save on their energy bills: • Tips on how to manage energy use and information about current rebate and incentive programs are available at enbridgegas.com/ energyefficiency. • The Home Energy Con-

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PROVINCE FREEZES ANGLING FEES JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com It was an early Christmas present for Ontario's recreational anglers. The provincial government is freezing recreational fishing licence fees and adding two more free fishing weekends. Natural Resources and

Forestry Minister John Yakabuski made the announcement the week before Christmas. The Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP said not only is the government putting a stop to fishing licence fee increases for all Ontario residents, it's removing the $2 service fee. "We're making it easier

for Ontarians to get out on the water and enjoy the great outdoors by keeping fishing licences more affordable," said Yakabuski. "Next year (2019), whether renewing a licence or purchasing for the first time, there will be no price hike and no service fee. This will put

$2.7 million back into the pockets of the hard-working people of Ontario." In addition to freezing fees, the government is designating the 2019 Mother's and Father's Day weekends as free-fishing times. They join licencefree fishing weekends Feb. 16 to 18 (Family Day) and June 29 to July 7 when

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all Canadians can fish in Ontario without a licence. "Recreational fishing is a $2.2 billion industry in Ontario," said Yakabuski, noting fishing is a good way for families to spend time together. "People come from all over the world to experience what this beautiful province has to offer, in-

cluding fishing in our many lakes, rivers and streams, and we are helping the people of this province and their families do the same," he said. The province had earlier announced that in early 2019, regulations will be amended to allow all past and present members of the Canadian Armed Forces to enjoy recreational fishing free. For more information on fishing in Ontario, visit www.ontario.ca/fishing.

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January 10, 2019

UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS

WINTER PARKING REGULATIONS

Tuesday, January 15, 2019 @ 8:30 am – Special Council – Budget Thursday, January 17, 2019 @ 8:30 am – Special Council – Budget

Regulation in effect November 1 — April 15 in accordance with By-Law 02-27 Section 13

Tuesday, January 22, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – Council All meetings held in the Council Chambers (3131 Old Perth Road) unless otherwise indicated. Agendas posted to www.mississippimills.ca or subscribe to our newsfeed to have this information delivered right to your email in-box. TO SUBSCRIBE: Visit http://www.mississippimills.ca/en/news/subscribe. aspx

MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING PURSUANT TO SECTION 34 OF THE PLANNING ACT R.S.O 1990, CHAPTER P.13. CONCERNING PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW #11-83 TAKE NOTICE that a Public Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019 at 6:00pm in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Council Chambers, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, Ontario, to consider proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, Chapter P.13. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment has been initiated by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills under Planning File Z-01-19 and does not apply solely to a specific property, but rather the Municipality as a whole. Consequently, no key map has been provided within this notice. THE PURPOSE AND INTENT of the Zoning By-law Amendment is to remove the by-law’s references to ‘Cellars’. At present, the Municipality does not permit for an apartment, nor individual rooms for sleeping accommodation, to be located within a ‘Cellar’, defined as the portion of a building between two floor levels with the majority of its height below adjacent finished grade (i.e. the level of the ground). This is above and beyond minimum Ontario Building Code requirements. Consequently, the intent is to remove a ‘Cellar’ in its entirety from the by-law, permitting the Ontario Building Code to dictate room locations and associated minimum standards.

Dated at the Municipality of Mississippi Mills this 14th DAY OF DECEMBER, 2018.

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS TENDER FOR THE PAKENHAM ARENA REHABILITATION CONTRACT NO. 18-29 SEALED TENDERS on forms supplied by the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills will be received at the Offices of the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, , Attention: Shawna Stone, Acting CAO, at 3131 Old Perth Road, P.O. Box 400, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0 no later than 2:00 p.m. local time, Wednesday, January 16th, 2019, for the Pakenham Arena Rehabilitation. Tenders will be opened in public at the Municipality’s Offices immediately following closing time on Wednesday, January 16th, 2019. The general scope of work includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the removal and replacement of the arena’s concrete slab, dasher boards and glazing, spectator safety netting, and slab cooling brine pipes and header pipes. Rehabilitation work may only commence following the end of the 2018-2019 hockey season and must be completed by August 1st, 2019. A non-mandatory site visit, scheduled for December 20th, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. local time, will be held at the site located at 112 MacFarlane St., Pakenham, ON, K0A 2X0. The site visit will allow bidders the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the site and surrounding area, and to ask questions on any aspect of this project including the project scope. Complete tender documents (electronic .pdf version, free of charge) will be available on Monday, December 17th, 2018 from HP Engineering Inc., 2039 Robertson Road, Suite 400, Ottawa, Ontario, K2H 8R2 and will be sent via email upon request. Hard copies of the documents will also be available upon request and on payment of a non-refundable cost of $60.00 per set. Cheques should be made payable to HP Engineering Inc. A certified cheque, bank draft or bid bond not less than the amount specified in the Tender requirements must accompany each tender and the successful bidder will be required to provide a 100% Performance Bond and 50% Materials and Labour Payment Bond upon execution of the Contract agreement. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. For further information, the Project Manager can be contacted as follows: Mr. Matt Poulin HP Engineering Inc. 400-2039 Robertson Road Ottawa, Ontario K2H 8R2 Telephone: (613) 695-3737 / Fax: (613) 680-3636 / Email: matt.poulin@ hpengineering.ca

No parking in municipal parking lots between 1:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.

2019 WILD PARSNIP MANAGEMENT PLAN The Municipality of Mississippi Mills recently tabled its proposed 2019 Wild Parsnip Management Plan. The proposed plan can be found on our website at www.mississippimills.ca or a hard copy may be obtained at the Ramsay Garage located at 3131 Old Perth Road in Almonte.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! The Municipality is looking to obtain feedback from the public with respect to the proposed plan to combat the infestation of wild parsnip in the area. We are also looking to gauge interest in providing an “Adopt A Road” program similar to what is currently offered by the County of Lanark. Please submit your comments, along with your address, either by e-mail or drop them off to: Trish Petrie Environmental Compliance Coordinator Roads and Public Works Municipality of Mississippi Mills 3131 Old Perth Road, P.O. Box 400 Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Facsimile: 613-256-4242 Electronic-mail: tpetrie@mississippimills.ca Comments are to be submitted to the Municipality no later than January 21st, 2019. Thank you for your participation.

MISSISSIPPI MILLS BABYSITTING COURSE Saturday January 19th and Sunday January 20th, 2019 9:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m Almonte District High School Class Room: TBD Cost: $50.00 (MUST BE 12 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER) PLEASE CALL 613 256-1077 TO REGISTER

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, such as the list of amendments, is available for inspection either at our website (www.mississippimills.ca/en/townhall/planning. asp under the “Zoning” header) or at the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Municipal Office between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm. Alternatively, residents seeking more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, may contact the Planning Department at (613) 256-2064 ext.206 or by e-mail at ascanlandickie@ mississippimills.ca.

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Monday, January 14th, 2019 7:00 PM Tuesday, January 15th, 2019 1:00 PM

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The 2019 garbage tags and dog tags are available for pick up and purchase when we open again on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019.

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Parking is prohibited on all streets or roads within the municipality of the Township of Beckwith from November 1, 2018 to April 15, 2019. It is an offence to plow, shovel or deposit snow from private entrances across or onto municipal roadways. The penalty for non-conformance will be a fine and/or the vehicle towed away at the owner’s expense. Also, please note that the Township of Beckwith will not be responsible for damages to mail boxes, newspaper containers or other appurtenances that are privately owned and erected on Municipality right-of-ways and are damaged through winter snowplowing operations. Please remember to adjust your driving speed to suit the prevailing weather and road conditions. Thank you for your co-operation. Dave Ennis Public Works Superintendent

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The CorPoraTion of The TownshiP of BeCKwiTh emPloymenT oPPorTUniTy BeCKwiTh reCreaTion ComPlex A career with the Township of Beckwith offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. The Township of Beckwith has an immediate opening for the following position at the Beckwith Recreation Complex. • Recreation Facility Operator – Part-time Job descriptions are available on the Township Website at www.twp.beckwith.on.ca under employment opportunities. If you are interested in joining our dedicated team, please forward your resume to the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 25th, 2019: Cassandra McGregor, Clerk Administrator The Corporation of the Township of Beckwith 1702 9th Line Beckwith Carleton Place, ON K7C 3P2 Phone: 613-257-1539 Email: cmcgregor@twp.beckwith.on.ca All applications and inquires will be treated in confidence. We thank all applicants, however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for job selection purposes, only.

Submitted/Gary Strike Above: On Dec. 12, the Salvation Army's Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps presented donations to local Christmas hamper programs. Cheques were presented to the Almonte Lions Club ($700), who distributed 150 boxes of food around the holidays and the Christmas Basket Fund for Carleton Place and area ($2,500), who hand out 300 boxes of food. Pictured, from left: Salvation Army kettle co-ordinator for Carleton Place, Beckwith and Mississippi Mills, Gary Strike; Salvation Army Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps Major Gerald Reilly; Almonte Lions Club president Kathryn Graham; and Christmas Basket Fund co-ordinator Wayne Drummond. Below: The Exchange in Carleton Place presented its annual donation of $500 to the Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle Campaign recently. Pictured, The Exchange volunteers Wanda Morrison, left, and June McNeely, right, hand over the cheque to the local Salvation Army kettle co-ordinator Gary Strike.

LANARK COUNTY SALVATION ARMY KETTLE CAMPAIGN BRINGS IN OVER $160,000 ASHLEY KULP akulp@metroland.com The bells and kettles have been put away for another year but their effects will be felt on Lanark County communities for months to come. On Jan. 4, Major Gerald Reilly of the Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps of the Salvation Army, announced $161,606.49 was raised during the 2018 Salvation Army Christmas campaign. "Thanks everyone for the outstanding work put into the 2018 campaign," he stated. " ... There are still two kettles to be picked up, but nevertheless we surpassed last year's totals ..." During the kettle campaign kickoff Nov. 16 in Carleton Place, Reilly noted the goal was $250,000. "This is our big fundraiser throughout the year. We do a mail-out too that brings in funds, but at Christmastime, this is the big push," he said at the

Submitted/Gary Strike time. "This funds our activities for pretty well the whole year." Kettles were stationed in four communities within the district, including Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place and Almonte. Volunteer co-ordinators were enlisted with encouraging individuals to give their time at kettles throughout the holiday season. The breakdowns by community, are: . Smiths Falls $56,887.76 (2017 total -

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Folkus is a roots-based music series held in the colder months in beautiful Almonte, offering four shows per season. Our concerts are a rare chance to see Canadian bands up close and hear them as they're meant to be heard, in the acoustic gem known as the Almonte Old Town Hall. 2019 season Connie Kaldor and James Keelaghan - Jan. 26 We have such a short season, it's sometimes hard to cram all the great talent in, which is why we're starting off with a double bill on Jan. 26, featuring both Connie Kaldor and James Keelaghan. Both of these luminaries of Canadian folk are known for their ringing voices, their clever songwriting, their artful storytelling. They will make you laugh. They may make you cry. They may even make you sing along. It's going to be an incredible night Greenbank (special guests, Moonfruits) - Feb. 23 We sort of found Greenbank by accident - they

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CARLETON PLACE AND BECKWITH HISTORICAL SOCIETY HOLDS MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 200 FOR THE 200TH TARA GESNER tgesner@metroland.com Jump on the heritage bandwagon and help the Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society reach 200 members this year. The society, which runs the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, is having a membership drive throughout

2019. "200 for the 200th!" museum manager Jennifer Irwin exclaimed. This year, the community is celebrating the 200th anniversary of the first settlers arriving in what is now known as Carleton Place. Many events are planned to mark the occasion. Irwin noted: "We have set ourselves a goal of reaching 200 members in 2019. Help us out by telling your friends, family and

neighbours about us." The museum, located at 267 Edmund St., houses a large collection of local artifacts, and it is home to a growing number of photographs and archival materials relating to local families. The breakdown in fees for an annual Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society membership is as follows: $20, individual; $7, senior or student; $25, family; $50, organization; and $200, life

membership. Become a new member or renew a membership before Jan. 15 and be entered into a draw to win two tickets, a $100 value, to the society's Heritage Day Dinner on Feb. 13, held in the town's historic auditorium. This year's theme: In Rhythm with Our Roots. The benefits of a Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society membership are plentiful: free access to the exhibits at the museum; a regular

newsletter, free admission to workshops, lectures and presentation; invitation to museum exhibit openings; free use of reference resources and genealogical data on file at the museum; voting privileges at the society's annual general meeting in May; membersonly tours; reduced or free admission to museum events; notice of all 200th events; and more. The membership fee assists in covering expenses for the society and museum, and it helps in the preservation of the history of Carleton Place and Beckwith for generations to come. The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum is open Tuesday

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BUSING COSTS FORCE SCHOOL BOARDS TO FACE HUGE DEFICIT EVELYN HARFORD ehar ford@metroland.com Both the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) and the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO) are asking for the province's help after their boards were forced into deficit after transportation costs rose as a result of recent arbiter's ruling. Both boards are facing significantly higher costs for transportation, forcing them into the red. In the last school year, both

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THE ISSUE: SCHOOL BOARDS FACING HUGE DEFICITS AFTER ARBITER'S DECISION LOCAL IMPACT: BOARD CHAIRS REPORT THAT IF THE PROVINCE DOESN'T STEP IN, THERE COULD BE REAL FRONT-LINE CONSEQUENCES

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Desmond Devoy/Metroland School busses wait in front of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Elementary School in Smiths Falls on Monday, Jan. 7, after having dropped students off on the first day back after the Christmas holidays. boards overspent in their transportation budget lines - $9.5 million for the UCDSB and $5.8 million for the CDSBEO, which also predicts that they'll see another additional $2.5 million overspent in transportation for this school year due to the arbitration order. On top of that, both boards owe $30 million in retroactive pay-

ments combined - this too caused by the arbiter's ruling. "This is out of the blue," said John McAllister, chair of the UCDSB. "This is not something we could have accounted for." He said the deficit is not through the mismanagement of funds, but rather something completely out of their control.

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They are some of the most important people in the community. Yet no township, village, town or city ever has enough of them. And as time goes on it seems these particular VIPs are becoming more and more difficult to find. I am referring to volunteers. Without them no committee, board or organization can survive. Volunteers are the engine of every community including yours and mine! I'm proud to say that I have been a volunteer in

our adopted hometown of Carleton Place for some 40 years. When we first came here in the mid-1970s Carleton Place was a small town with a small population. In the more than 40 years since the town has doubled in size and we are now well on the way to tripling our population. The bigger a community gets, the more volunteers it requires in order to keep things running smoothly. From minor sports to service organizations along with the various committees and boards which are required to help keep vital institutions such as schools, churches and the local hospital functioning (to name only a few) volunteers are an absolute necessity. Many committees, including the three I am currently involved with, are made up entirely of volunteers although in one case we have profes-

sional co-ordinators who provide valuable assistance behind the scenes. All of the volunteer boards and committees in our community and your home area play specific and important roles. Without them we would all be the poorer I think. This month, as we begin a new year, volunteer organizations are on the hunt for members. Although some people are willing to give 20, 30 or even 40 years of their time to local groups and various causes, at some stage they will have to step aside meaning someone else needs to move in and take their place. If you have the time and energy to commit to a volunteer role in your community I urge you to consider it. I can guarantee you will be welcomed with open arms and I'm equally certain you will not be allowed to sit idle. There are always volunteer jobs available in ev-

ery municipality. Those of you who are interested but are unsure how to proceed can easily find some good leads. I suggest that you telephone the clerk's office in your township, village, town or city and ask for information about volunteering. Should you prefer a more direct approach then drop in at your local food bank, senior support centre, youth centre, hospital, museum or any other local institution you can think of. I can almost guarantee you will be given an immediate steer in the right direction. Service clubs, for

example, are normally always looking for new members. Admittedly most volunteers toil in anonymity. But I can tell you from personal experience that there is a great deal of self-satisfaction in working with other people for a common cause. Just knowing you are making a difference by assisting a committee or organization makes it worthwhile. Helping senior citizens, lending assistance to the disadvantaged or aiding young people who may be conflicted and in need of some adult guidance are all critically important to

the well-being of those involved and the community in general. Volunteers play such a vital role and countless people have benefited as a result of the hard working boards, committees and organizations which are invariably part of the lifeblood of every community. Jeff Maguire is a career journalist who lives in Carleton Place, Ont. He has been writing for community and daily newspapers in Ontario since 1971. He can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.

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falls, receiving 25 per cent less funding for special education than they got four years ago. "We're caught between a rock and a hard place," he said. "People are counting on us to get this right." McAllister said to make matters worse, UCDCB also faces a $9 million to $10 million annual increase for transportation costs going forward. Transportation for students attending various institution in an area the size of Prince Edward Island means a lot of busing 22,000 of the UCDSB's 27,000 students ride a bus to school. Increased costs for student transportation is felt

hardest in rural areas, where there are no other ways for most students to get to school other than by school bus. "We are talking about a major issue that is pertinent to Upper Canada and rural Ontario boards because we can't say that we're not going to run the buses, let them take mass transit," said McAllister. "That doesn't exist in our area. "We don't have any other options, so the buses will continue to run. It's a question of how we're going to pay for them." The increase in transportation costs stems from a lawsuit launched by a group of bus service providers in 2012. The companies were up-

set with the province for forcing them to open transportation contracts to a competitive bidding process, through the Broader Public Service Procurement Directive. An injunction was ordered and the province instructed Student Transportation of Eastern Ontario not to adjust rates, seizing them, stalling annual increases for bus operators. The arbitration, which caused the boards to face deep deficits, stemmed from the lawsuit was the attempt from the service providers to recoup their costs after a decade of no adjustment. Frank Healey, owner of Healey's Transportation in Smiths Falls and president

of the Independent School Bus Operators Association, has been in the business for 40 years. He said that the last rates were adjusted was in 2009. The majority of Healey's business comes from student transportation. For the last three years, he was operating in the red. Finally, Healey said the operators, including himself, got to a point where they needed to go through arbitration. He said transportation costs have been on the rise for the last 10 years, but the rise in cost hasn't been reflected in the payments his company has received. "I was tapped out," he said. Healey acknowledges the dramatic adjustment faced by school boards fol-

lowing the arbitration order. "It's significant," he said. The lawsuit challenging the procurement process is still ongoing. Healey said he hopes it will be wrapped up this year and hopes to see more options for procurement on the table. Todd Lalonde, chair of the CDSBEO, said their board has no contingency funds available in its budget and finding sufficient savings will be very challenging without the government's help. "If things don't work, we're going to have issues in both boards," he said. Lalonde said before this big financial hit, his board has always been in good financial shape.

He said due to this ruling, the CDSBEO will have eliminated almost all of its accumulated surpluses and will no longer have a compliant budget for 2017-18 or 2018-19 and in the future. According to a press released sent out by that board in December, without the arbitration order, the CDSBEO had an estimated in-year operating surplus of $1.9 million, including $1.2 million in school consolidation savings and grant increases resulting from higher than expected enrolment. The board says these savings were applied to offset the transportation overspending. "This is a curve ball out of the control of the board," said Lalonde. "If we can't get

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The increase in transportation costs stems from a lawsuit launched by a group of bus service providers in 2012. The companies were upset with the province for forcing them to open transportation contracts to a competitive bidding process. An injunction was ordered that seized rates and stalled annual increases for bus operators. The arbitration, which caused the boards to face deep deficits, stemmed from the lawsuit was the attempt from the service providers to recoup their costs.

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EMERSON MADE LIFE MISERABLE DURING COLD WINTER NIGHTS BROTHER'S STORY BEHIND LOUD SOUNDS WERE TERRIFYING, MARY COOK RECALLS MARY COOK Column

She did it again. My sister Audrey. How could she go off and spend the night at her friend Iva's house, when she knew how I hated sleeping alone, especially on a winter's night? I didn't mind it so much in the summer, when the days were longer, but darkness came so early this time of year, and it seemed to me we were climbing the stairs for bed long before we did at any other time. She was gone, and there wasn't a thing I could do about it. Of course, my hateful brother Emerson

was sure to make the night as miserable as possible for me, which didn't help matters one bit. Mother had swiped the flannelette sheets over the mattress with a heated brick, but it wasn't long before the warmth had worn off, and there was no sister's back to put my feet against, so I just had to curl up into a ball and pray that sleep would come soon. Then it started. Why did it only happen when we were in bed, I wondered? It came like a crack of thunder, and I swore I could feel the whole house shake. It was the desperately cold frost which never failed to set off a torrent of loud bangs as the old log house settled into the bitter winter's night. I didn't mind the bangs as much when Audrey was beside me in bed, but when I was alone, the noise took on a whole new meaning, and I buried my head under the quilts praying the noise wasn't what my brother Em-

erson said it was. He said he knew for a fact that the thunderous cracks were our longpassed ancestors trying to get back into the house they had departed from years before. He said, and I believed every word he uttered, that they were all outside banging against the logs hoping to find one or two loose enough that they could crawl back into the only home they knew. I asked Emerson how come they didn't bang against the logs in the summer time? Well, he had an answer for that too. He said they were nice and cosy in their graves and there was no reason to come out then, but when the temperatures dipped to more than 30 degrees below zero, they were looking for a nice warm place to sleep. Of course, my sister Audrey said that was plain nonsense, and I believed her, but only when she was

laying in the bed beside me. And here I was all alone in our big bed, and the old house trembling from the frost and Emerson in the back bedroom, in a voice he was able to change at will, saying "it won't be long now ... we'll soon be warm and cosy." Sleep simply would not come to me. And I knew I would lie awake for hours, listening to the thunderous cracks, and my hateful

brother in the back bedroom. So I crawled out of bed, grabbed my pillow and headed downstairs, taking two steps at a time. I went right to the old creton couch by the Findlay Oval, and pulled up the quilt that was always there. Mother and Father were in the bedroom right off the kitchen. The frost still made the old log house tremble with every crack, but I was safe from those

long-passed relatives and my hateful brother upstairs in the back bedroom. Interested in an electronic version of Mary's books? Go to https:// www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca. Mary is a longtime writer with several books in print and in electronic copies. 'Mary Cook's Memories' appears as a regular column.

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noon of Wednesday, Dec. 26 (Boxing Day) and the morning of Thursday, Dec. 27 an unknown person(s) entered a building under construction and stole a number of tools. If you have any information on this or any other crime, please call Lanark County Crime Stop-

pers (LCCS) anonymously at the toll-free number 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477). All calls to LCCS are confidential and phone calls are not taped. Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest, the recovery of stolen property and

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January 18, 2018 Doug and Bethany Battista

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March 30, 2018 Nolan Pretty and Tracy Asselin Taylor and Lyla

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With the new council in place, Lanark County's striking committee has moved ahead with committee and board appointments for the upcoming year. Coun. Brian Campbell (Tay Valley Reeve), striking committee chair, provided the recommendations during the Dec. 12 county council meeting in Perth. The only

exceptions are the accessibility advisory working group and the Lanark County Municipal Trails Corporation (LCMTC). "There are no names here because staff are going to try to get some more people involved," Campbell noted of the accessibility advisory committee. " ... The (LCMTC) appointment is being deferred until the January meeting." The committee appointments are as follows:

• Lanark Transportation Association (six meetings, one council member, two-year term) - Coun. John Hall (Lanark Highlands Deputy Mayor) • Lanark County Archives Coun. Klaas Van Der Meer (Montague Deputy Reeve) • Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit - Coun. Bill Dobson (Montague Reeve) • Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corpora-

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Gillian Marie Stutt

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tion - Coun. Christa Lowry (Mississippi Mills Mayor) • Community Forests sub-committee - Coun. Peter McLaren (Lanark Highlands Mayor) and Coun. Doug Black (Carleton Place Mayor) Appointments to steering committees included: councillors Brian Campbell and Richard Kidd (contract negotiations); councillors Sharon Mousseau, John Levi, Sean Redmond and Ray Scissons

(housing redevelopment/regeneration); councillors John Fenik, Richard Kidd and Brian Campbell (OVRT advisory steering committee); and Coun. John Fenik (Lanark County Situation Table).

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ADOPTION FEES TO INCREASE AT LANARK ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY The Lanark Animal Welfare Society would like to take this time to inform the public of the upcoming adoption fee increase. The adoption fee for kittens will be $210 and adults will be $165. As usual, there is a multiple cat adoption discount available. The renovations are still moving along well, with interior walls being completed the shelter is getting closer to having a new and exciting space for our feline friends.

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Hopper Please say hello to Hopper, a five-year-old friendly orange tabby boy. Hopper was surrendered to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) due to unforeseen circumstances. He's looking

forward to starting the year in a new home. Hopper loves other cats as well. Please meet him at LAWS, he's worth the trip. Muffin and Houdini When Muffin (tabby and white) and Houdini (tabby) arrived at the shelter, they were very scared and timid. They have made great improvements. They're still nervous at first, but it doesn't take long before they're happily purring away while you pet them and rub around their ears and cheeks. They both have extremely soft and silky fur. We hope they get adopted together as they are brother and sister and have really bonded, and they love to cuddle up together. It would be sad to see them separated. To come meet this lov-

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The family of the late Irene Currie would like to thank all of our family and friends who supported us during this long and difficult time. Your expressions of caring, love, sympathy, prayers, cards, flowers and donations were truly appreciated. Special thanks to all the G’s and GG’s who made her two Christmases so special. Thank you also to Mom’s pallbearers, Brian, Gerry, Ian, Lee, Roy and Rob. Special thanks also to Doctors Weaver and Vickers at the Carleton Queensway for their care and support. Also to the palliative care nurses who attended to Mom at home. A very special thanks to Dr. Walker for his caring and love. An extreme thank you to Rev. Rosemary Parker for all her visits and prayers, even her leading us in song near the end. You were a rock for us when we needed it most. And to John and Wayne and the staff at Barker Funeral Home. Your caring and compassion will not soon be forgotten. The Currie family

Entered into rest on W e d n e s d a y , December 26, 2018 in her 75th year. Beloved daughter of the late Alfred and Daisy Hall. Cherished sister to Gwen Jones (Harold) of Toronto, the late John Hall, Arthur Hall (Emilia) of Nova Scotia, Diane Dagley (Ron) of Smiths Falls, and Richard Hall of Smiths Falls. Helen will be missed by several nieces and nephews. A special “Thank You” to Dr. Hurik and the nurses on the second floor and ICU Unit at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. A spring interment will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Palliative Care Unit at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital would be greatly appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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The family of the late Muriel Wark would like to express our appreciation for the support we have received at this difficult time. To the staff of Fairview Manor and Almonte General Hospital thank you for the excellent care our mother received. To those who sent e-mails, cards, flowers and charitable donations made in Muriel’s name a heartfelt thank you. A special thank you to the reverend Rod Bennet for officiating at the service. Thank you to Gamble Funeral home for taking care of the arrangements and also thank you to the pallbearers. To the Almonte Legion, thank you for providing a nice lunch after the funeral. Thanks again for all your support. The Wark family

As we grieve, we experience the profound outpouring of love and care from our community of friends and family. We are thankful for the touching music, the flowers, the hours of work organizing and preparing food for the wonderful celebration of Aaron’s life at Blair and Son Funeral Home. We thank everyone who donated to the Education Fund for Aaron’s boys. Aaron was an insightful guy who touched many lives in his 48 years. We will miss him. With much love and thanks to all From Aaron Nault’s family.

(Ed’s Salvage, Arnprior) Peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital while surrounded by loved ones on Monday afternoon, December 31, 2018; Leon Gordon Stiles of Arnprior passed away at the age of 60 years. Beloved husband of Lorraine Martin. Dear father of Jennifer Stiles-MacLean (Cory MacLean), Christine Henderson and Gord Jr. and stepfather of Joe Homer and Adam Homer (Brandy). Cherished “Grampa” of Brianna, Kayleigh, Kaitlyn, Luke, Jade, Dakota, Emma and Carson and “Papa” of Addison. Leon is survived by siblings: Wayne, Jimmy, Steven, Larry, Tim, Dale, Maude Fraser and Maggie Stiles. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday evening, January 4th, 2019 from 7 to 9 p.m. only. In memory of Leon, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation or The Grove Nursing Home Adult Day Program. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Peacefully following a long struggle, Sandra “Sandy” Gagnon of Arnprior passed away at Mission Hospice in Ottawa on Sunday morning, December 23, 2018 at the age of 57 years. She was born on Monday February 27, 1961 in Ottawa, the daughter of Rachelle Desormeaux and the late Thomas “Tom” Laundrie. Sandy is survived by her brother, Tom and sister Tammy as well as 2 nephews: Jessie and Shane and a niece, Natasha. A Graveside service will take place in the Spring of 2019 at the Malloch Road Cemetery in Arnprior. In the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Peacefully, in hospital, after a short illness on January 2nd, 2019, Alice Edna Lavigne passed away in her 103rd year. Predeceased by her parents John and Mabel (Vogt) O’Reilly, her husband Philip Edward Lavigne (1994) and her daughter Audrey Burchat (2011). Cherished and loving mother and mother-in-law of Fran (John) Brauneisen, Dan (Eleanor), Richard (Irene), Art (Brenda), Marty (Carol), Don Burchat and former daughter-in-law Anne Salmon. Special Nanny to Jay (Yan), Amy and Patrick; Jennifer (Jeremy) and Bill (Amy); Shawn and Sherri; Todd (Tricia) and Michael; and Lea (Jon), Lynn (Tyler), Mark (Krista) and Laura. Stepgrandmother of Anthony (Morgan)Weeks and David (Kysha) Weeks. Great-grandmother of Julia, Adam, Victoria, Brayden, Nathan, Evan, Jackson, Evelyn, Sawyer and Rory. Edna is survived by her sister Peggy (Margaret) Devine (the late Larry) and predeceased by her siblings and their spouses, Tom (Mary), Mayme (Leo) O’Neill, Nork (Margie), Ed (Alma), Joe (Helen), Patrick in infancy, and Bill (Fran). She is fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, neighbours and friends. The family will welcome visitors on Friday, January 11, 2019, from 4-8 p.m. at Hulse, Playfair and McGarry Funeral Home, 805 Prescott St. Kemptville, Ontario. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Cross Church, 503 Clothier Street West on Saturday, January 12th at 11:00 with burial in the parish cemetery. A reception will follow in the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local hospice or a charity of your choice. Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

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Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital - General Campus with loved ones by her side on Monday afternoon, December 31, 2018; Mary Isabel Despres of Arnprior passed away following a courageous struggle with lymphoma. She was 61. Forever loved and remembered by her beloved husband, “Her Mister”, Hervé Despres; their 2 sons: Sean (Kate) and Collin Despres as well as her 2 grandchildren: Joshua and Hope. Dear sister of Jean Gilchrist (Carl) of Kingston; Linda Demers (Wayne) of Chapeau, PQ; Patricia Rahn (Steve) of Sudbury and Terry Godin (late Sheila) of Pembroke. Predeceased by her parents, Eugene and Theresa (nee Coughlin) Godin as well as a brother, Jimmy Godin (Theresa of Pembroke). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Private arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. In memory of Mary, please consider a donation to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation, 737 Parkdale Avenue, 1st Floor, Box 610, Ottawa, ON K1Y 1J8. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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(1943-2018) Peacefully on December 27th, 2018 in his 75th year, Keith “Shorty” Goodman passed away after a difficult battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda (Dalton), his daughters Tracey and Tanya (Adam Seabrook) and his two precious grandchildren Lauren and Logan. Predeceased by his parents Clarence and Jeanne Goodman, half brother Marcel Lefebvre and brother-in-law Ken Render. Also survived by his brother Winston Goodman, sister Lillian Render and many nieces and nephews. A retired employee of Brockville Chemicals. Keith was employed for 32 years as a chemical operator. Keith’s hobbies included fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, motorcycling, camping, travelling, playing the guitar and attending Bluegrass festivals. He had a love for antique cars, and enjoyed telling jokes/stories, meeting new people as well as reminiscing with old friends. A special heartfelt thanks to Dr. John Evans and Julie Nichol for their devotion and endless hours of care and compassion and to the ICU nurses at the Kemptville District Hospital. By Keith’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside committal service will be held at a later date. By family request donations may be made in memory of Keith to the Canadian Lung Association or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com

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BURNETTE, Sheldon

With heavy hearts we announce that Sheldon passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Monday morning, December 31, 2018. He was 38. Beloved husband of Jennifer Fabian and treasured Dad of Olivia, Landon and Ava. Dear son of Doug and Sylvia Burnette and big brother of Tracy (Jeff Potter). Special uncle of Rachel and Cameron Potter. Dear son-in-law of Terry Fabian and Kathy Fabian (Dean Quade). Fondly remembered by his children’s great-grandmother, Gail Pastway (T.J.). Dear brother-in-law of Kristen, Kayla and Nathan Fabian. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends paid their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Thursday, January 3, 2019 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Friday morning, January 4, 2019 from 10 to 10:45. A Tribute to Sheldon followed in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. In memory of Sheldon, please consider a donation to the Canadian Mental Health Association (Ottawa Branch) or the Arnprior and District Humane Society. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Cowherd, Gerald V.

Gerald passed away in the Perth hospital on Sunday December 23d, 2018 at the age of 82 years. He was predeceased by his parents Ross and Marion (Lees) Cowherd. He will be sadly missed by his wife Rae J. (Rutherford) Cowherd, his son Peter (Lourdes), granddaughter Nydia, sisters Donna Giberson, Joanne and Lois Cowherd, brother Dale Cowherd and brother-in-law Brent Rutherford. Gerald retired following a career with the Government of Canada Public Service Commission. Services have been held for the family with interment in St. John’s Cemetery, Perth. In remembrance of Gerald, memorial donations to the Canada Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth

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Rutherford, Doris Isabel (Echlin)

Doris passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family and friends after a brief illness, on Christmas Day 2018, at the age of 89 years. She was the loved wife of the late Charles Rutherford and loving mother of Linda (late Allen) Rutherford Fair. Doris was the cherished and adored grandmother of Devon and Lacie-Mae Fair. She was predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Ella (Bennett) Echlin, siblings Myrtle Hart, Lyla McElwain, Iva Cook, Harold, Carmen, Pete, Ken and Evelyn Echlin. Doris will be lovingly remembered by lifelong best friend Nellie Winkenweder and the Richardson family. She will be sadly missed by the Rutherford family, many nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019 from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. Funeral service was held at St. James Anglican Church on Thursday at 1:00 P.M. In remembrance of Doris, contributions to St. James Anglican Church or the Community Living of Lanark County would be appreciated.

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RADFORD, Lawrence

Peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior on Thursday evening, December 28th, 2018; Lawrence Gordon Radford of Arnprior; formerly of Ottawa passed away at the age of 83 years. Beloved husband of Marion and predeceased by his first wife, Margaret (nee White). Dearly loved father of Debbie Radford of Nepean; Peggy Barr (Jeff) of Renfrew; Steven Radford (Kristen) of Kanata and stepfather of Jim Leveck (Donna) of Centralia; Stephen Leveck (Jen) of Beachburg and Amanda Kruger (Steve Sadler) of Arnprior. Cherished and proud grandfather of Sydney Hanniman (Gerard), Hayley Barr, Spencer and Hendrix Leveck and greatgrandfather of Olivia and Nora Hanniman. Predeceased by his parents, Sydney and Ada Radford as well as 2 brothers, Wilfred and Paul Radford. A private family time took place at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday, December 30, 2018 followed by cremation. In memory of Lawrence, please consider a donation to The Grove Nursing Home Redevelopment Fund. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

(nee Adler) Passing peacefully Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the age of 89 years, at The Grove Nursing Home in Arnprior. Born April 16, 1929 in Danzig, Germany (now Poland). Loving wife of 69 years to the late Wladyslaw (Wally) Szkarlat. Daughter of the late Richard and Mathilde (nee Labudda) Adler, and predeceased by siblings Helmut, Edgar (Eddie) of Germany, and Walter of Brampton, Ontario. Survived by one sister Hildegard Kenuth of Germany. Frieda will be sadly missed by her children Edward of Arnprior, Robert (Diana) of Carleton Place, Elsa Scott (Robert) of Arnprior, Henry (Brenda Carter) of Ottawa, Barbara (McKeddie) Szkarlat of Sault St. Marie, Ontario, and Irene Sauvé (Paul) of Arnprior; also by her grandchildren: Nicholas Szkarlat, Colin Szkarlat, Katrina Szkarlat (Tom Graham), Jonathan Scott, Ryan Szkarlat (Michelle), Kayla Szkarlat, Heather McKeddie, Donny Jr. McKeddie, Brianna McNulty (Ryan), and Nychelle McGrath (Sheldon); and greatgrandchildren Connor and Liam McNulty, Paisley and Ava McGrath, Payton, Camden and Ryker Szkarlat, Skyler and Riley Leroux, and Olivia Graham. Frieda married the love of her life, Wladyslaw, in Kiel, Germany in 1948, and came to Canada in the 1950’s. Mom often spoke of how she enjoyed working as a waitress at Scobie’s Restaurant in Arnprior, and later working for Kenwood Mills (also known as Hyuck Canada, and Weavexx) until she retired. Mom was a great seamstress and baker, and enjoyed traveling, shopping, and spending time with her grandchildren. For those wishing, a donation The Grove Nursing Home Redevelopment Fund would be appreciated by the family. A private family visitation and service took place at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday, January 8, 2019. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

SIMPSON, Ivan William

“An inspiration to all” February 17, 1962 - December 26, 2018 It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of our beloved and cherished brother, Ivan at the Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew on Wednesday morning. He was 56 years old. Son of the late Ivan and Lucie Simpson Loving brother of Robert (late Brenda), Bernice Strong (Rob) both of Arnprior; Susie Simpson (Larry Charbonneau) of Ottawa; Sylvia Sweet (Gary) of St. Thomas; Richard of Ottawa and Ronnie of Arnprior. Special uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. He will be fondly remembered by his best friends Marnie Martin and Joe Brennan as well as the entire staff at RONA, Arnprior where Ivan worked for 24 years. He will be greatly missed by all the people at Community Living which he was a part of for many years. Ivan was very well cared for and much loved by the staff of the Bonnechere Manor for the past 10 years. Many will mourn his passing at his “Home”. A good, kind and gentle man has left this world but will remain in our hearts forever. Friends called at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Sunday afternoon, December 30th from 2 to 5. A brief tribute to honour Ivan took place at 4:54 p.m. Spring interment will take place at the Malloch Road Cemetery in Arnprior. In memory of Ivan, please consider a donation to Renfrew and District Community Living or the Bonnechere Manor Foundation. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

PREST Michael Leo

1950 to 2018 Beloved son of Joyce and Leo Prest of Carleton Place, husband and loving best friend of Judy Rose, father of Wendy (Chris Lamont) and Michael Jr., step-father to Alexandra (Ryan Knowles) of Nova Scotia, grandfather to Jamiee, Hailey and Carter Lamont & Michael Quinn Prest, step-grandfather to Angus, Henry, Oliver and Elizabeth of Nova Scotia, brother of Daniel (Dianne O’Reilly), Richard (Cathy), Barbara (Michael Usher), David (Caroline Campbell). Many nieces, nephews and special mention to Sheila and Dennis Ford. He was a multi-talented man, capable of building or repairing anything; a tree-felling master. Many special memories were created over many years at Bennett Lake with family. He loved the outdoors, excelled in many sports and was happiest spending time in his wood lot at home in Mississippi Mills’ Ramsay where he enjoyed the past 20 years. He lived humbly and simply, never desiring the flashy things of life, and wanted his end to be the same. Therefore there will be no service. Mike donated his body to the University of Ottawa for research, hoping to help others. Donations to Almonte Hospital. Thanks to the compassionate care of the wonderful staff at the hospital. Final arrangements and information to C. R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc., 127 Church Street, Almonte. (613)-256-3313 Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Thomson, Noreen Bernice

Noreen passed away at the age of 83 years on Sunday December 30th, 2018 at the Perth Community Care Centre, Perth. She was predeceased by her parents Fleetwood and Bernice (Pratt) Gray, her beloved husband Harold Thomson and siblings Archie, Jim, Mervyn, Lindsay, Doug, Wayne and Bill Gray. She will be sadly missed by her daughters Katherine (David) Truelove, Glenda (Bill) Walker and Susan (Paul) Lafosse, sons Gary Thomson and Ralph (Annette) Thomson, grandchildren Erin (Daniel) Carroll, Derek (Toni), Shannon (William) Young, Ryan, Brandon (Andrea), Travis (Claudette), Krista (Nick) Emond, Fraser (Stephanie), Todd (Kayla), Kara-Anne and Kent, Dana (Andrew) and Blake and her 8 great grandchildren, sister Marlene (Glen) Richardson, brother Donald Gray and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W., Perth Ontario on Thursday January 3rd, 2019 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel Friday at 10:00 A.M. Spring interment will be held in Campbell Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or CHEO would be appreciated. Noreen’s family wish to acknowledge and thank the entire staff at the Perth Community Care Centre for the outstanding personal care and support provided to Noreen and the (PEP), Personal Enrichment Program.

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PORTER Elsie “Peggy”

Peggy passed away peacefully at Rosebridge Manor, Jasper on Sunday, January 6, 2019 at the age of 93. Adored wife of the late Clarence Porter. Loving mother of Claire (Colleen) Porter, Debbie Drummond and the late Don Porter. Cherished grandmother of Derek (Julie) Porter, Brad (Erin) Porter, Amanda (Sheldon) Alguire, Scott Drummond and great-grandmother of Thea and Nolan Porter and Alexis and Baby Alguire. She will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Family and friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 from 11:00 until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Memorial donations in Peggy’s name to the Rosebridge Manor Activity Fund would be appreciated.

Bell, Arliene A. (nee Whyte)

Passed away peacefully at Rosebridge Manor on Monday, December 31, 2018 at the age of 90. Beloved wife and soulmate of the late Gordon T. Bell. Loving and devoted mother of Linda (Shane) Donaldson of Ajax, Brian (Cathy) Bell of Calgary and Cindy (Bruce) Halpin of Smiths Falls. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Phillip and Drew Donaldson, Lorin and Cailyn Bell and Deena (Halpin) Bell. Arliene is predeceased by her parents Lester and Alma (nee Bulloch) Whyte. She is survived by her sisters Margaret Clark, Ivy Stearns and Patsy Richardson. Private family services and interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. In memory of Arliene, donations to the Rosebridge Residents Activity Fund would be appreciated by the family.

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LEACH, Mark

Peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital in the late hours of Tuesday, January 1, 2019, Mark passed away with his children by his side. He was 63. Mark is survived by his mother Margaret (nee Roney); his children Brianne (Mike Stolarik), Cody (Katie Baxter) and Cassidy; his sister Heather Wilson (Kenny); his grandsons Tibor and Quinn Stolarik and many cousins and friends. Mark was predeceased by his son Troy and his father Ira. Friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday afternoon, January 6th from 12 to 3 p.m. then at the Rankin Culture and Recreation Centre, 20 Rankin Rink Road, Pembroke on Sunday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. Interment will take place in the Spring. In memory of Mark, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Dan passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday January 1st, 2019 at the age of 63 years. He was son of the late Gwendolyn “Gwen” (Brady) and Bernard Senecal. Dan will be sadly missed by his wife Heather E. (Thompson) Senecal, daughter Michelle Senecal, sisters Kim (Peter) Poulin and Genny (Gord) Ennis, brother Peter Senecal and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dan followed in his father’s footsteps establishing a life-long reputation for his skill and craftsmanship in the auto body profession. A gathering for family and friends was held at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., W., Perth Monday January 7th, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Words of tribute to Dan’s life was held at 5:30 P.M. In remembrance of Dan, memorial donations to the Great War Memorial Hospital, Perth or the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (L.A.W.S.) would be appreciated.

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(Gallipeau) Patricia Anne Hastie

It is with profound sadness & heavy hearts we share the loss of Patricia Anne Hastie(Gallipeau) who passed away January 2, 2019 in peace at The Queensway Carleton Hospital with family at her side. She was in her 80th year. Patricia leaves behind her loving children Deborah Anne McRae, David Charles Hastie(Valerie), Barbara Lynn Atkins(Gary), Robert Hugh Hastie(Donna). Devoted Grandmother to Chad(Leanne), Stefanie, Amy(Ryan), Matthew(Kayla), Michael(Sarah), Sara(Rob), Christopher, Shannon, Tiffany(Isaac), Ozzie(Amanda), Selina(Adam). Great Grandmother to eleven precious little ones. She will be greatly missed by her best friend & knitting partner Eileen Graham. Patricia worked extremely hard throughout her life. When she had a few moments to herself she loved to knit and crochet, she was extraordinarily talented. Patricia devoted herself to family, she was “always there.” Heaven earned a new angel, may her spirit soar. Private Interment in the Spring as per Patricia’s wishes. For those who wish, a donation to the Humane Society would be appreciated by the family.

Caroline Elizabeth Hartley (nee Ash)

Peacefully, at the Carleton Place Hospital on Sunday, December 30, 2018, at the age of 85. Dear wife of James Alvah Hartley for 66 years. Loving mother of Wendy (Chris), Rodney (Natasha), and Kimberly (Dan). Predeceased by her daughter Lynda. Sister of Doug and Harry Ash. Will be missed by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. She was loved by many and it showed with the amazing support friends showed her over the past few years. A celebration of life will take place at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Saturday, January 19, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Bélanger, Linda

Peacefully on Saturday, December 29, 2018 Linda Bélanger (née Chagnon) of Ottawa passed away at the age of 57. Beloved daughter of Denise Brabant and the late Aurèle Chagnon. Loving mother of Mélanie (Stéphane Caron) and Steve (Marie-Josée Gauthier). Adored grandmother of Annabelle, Marc-André, Samuel, Gabriel and Caleb. Dear sister of Janique (Louis Séguin) and Martine (Colin Buda).She is survived by her many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends. The family wishes to sincerely thank all staff at Bearbrook Retirement Residence in Ottawa for their wonderful care. A Mass of Christian Funeral will be held at Saint-Grégoire-de-Nazianze Church, 137 Higginson Street, Vankleek Hill, Ontario, on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 11:00 am. Family will be present at the church from 10 am to receive condolences. For those who wish, donations to the Diabetes Canada, 300-885 Meadowlands Drive East, Ottawa, Ontario K2C 3N2 would be appreciated. To express your condolences, make a donation send flowers, plant a “Tree of Remembrance for Linda, please visit www.hillcrestfuneralhome.ca. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hillcrest Funeral Home Ltd., 151 Bond Street, Vankleek Hill, Ontario K0B 1R0. (866) 678-2001.

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August 5th, 1958 December 26th, 2018 Michael passed away at Smiths Falls Hospital surrounded by his family. Loved and cared for by wife and best friend Lois Stranberg (Wellwood). Cherished father of sons Connor (Rachel) and Ryan. Michael was a beloved son of the late Art and Marie Stranberg. Treasured brother of Nancy and Barry Leeder, Judy and Stewart Thomson, Claude and Magda, Kevin and Jennifer, Eric and Joanne, Bert and Pat, and Shawn Stranberg. Michael will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him; the Wellwood clan, his nieces and nephews, and all long time friends of “Bugsy”. Michael will be fondly remembered for his humour and quick wit, love of books, his intelligence and knowledge on a wide variety of topics, a youth of strength and athletic abilities in baseball and hockey. But most of all for his love and devotion to his family. Special thanks to the countless, caring medical professionals who positively impacted Mike’s quality of life, including the amazing nurses who tended to him at Smiths Falls Hospital. A Mass of Christian burial was held at St. Francis de Sales Church in Smiths Falls on Thursday, January 3rd 2019. A Celebration of Michael’s Life will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 2-5 PM at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95, Smiths Falls. Donations in Michael’s name to a charity of your choice. Please also consider being a donor at beadonor.ca

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McLean, Elsie Marguerite - In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother who passed away January 12, 1989. Thirty years have come and gone, And still the pain it lingers on. To love, to have and then to part, Is the greatest sorrow of one’s heart. Memories have a magic way Of keeping you near. You will always live within our hearts, And we will truly never be apart. Sadly missed and always loved and remembered by Daughters Jean and Mary Grandchildren Norma Jean, Paul and John, Gary and Judy

HANNAFORD In loving memory of our parents, grandparents and great grandparents Bev passed away January 6, 2007 and Stu passed away January 17, 2018. I am sending a dove to Heaven with a parcel on its wing Be careful when you open it, it’s full of beautiful things Inside are a million kisses, wrapped up in a million hugs To say how much I miss you, and to send you all my love Mom and Dad I hold you close, within my heart And there you will remain, to walk with me throughout my life Until we meet again. Loving memories we will never forget Marg, Barry and family

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PHILLIPS, Willy - In loving memory of Willy Phillips who passed away January 14, 2003. They have a cherished place in our hearts, Where they will always be remembered For the love they shared and happiness they brought. Phillips Family Kristina & Ryan

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GIFF, Ruby – In loving memory of our dear wife, mother, grandma and sister, who passed away January 11, 2014. A special person, a special face, Someone we love and can’t replace. Never selfish, always kind, These are the memories she left behind. We love you and miss you Until we meet again Donald

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ONION, David 1949 - 2015 A good friend gone, But a friendship Never forgotten. Remembered by many.

HART, Ellwood W. August 28, 1928 - January 2, 2015. Sadly missed along lifes way, Quietly remembered every day, No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts, you’re always there. Forever loved, Larry, Fay Rebecca, Mark, Lauren and Alana Michael, Jenn, Justin and Blake VanAlstine - In memory of Mom Jean VanAlstine, December 25, 1919 January 9, 2014. We do not need a special day To bring you to our minds For the days we do not think of you Are very hard to find. Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re also there Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered everyday. Love always Irene and family

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In loving memory of a precious wife, mother, and daughter-in-law Soni Griffith who passed away January 7, 2013. Remembering you can make us smile, Bring laughter or a tear, How precious are those memories, That keep you ever near, Although we cannot touch your hand, Or sit and laugh with you, We miss you in so many ways, And the things we used to do. With all our love, Ernie, Charles, Kyle, David and Ruth

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In loving memory of William “Brent” Coutts July 17th 1951 - January 3rd, 2018 On January 3rd, 2018 you left us all without a goodbye. You always said that we would miss you when you were gone. How true that is. Not a day goes by that your name is not mentioned or that you are not thought of. We love you and miss you terribly. Life is so unpredictable and we all cherish the time that we had with you. Until we meet again you are in our every thought and prayers. With all our love, Pat, Mark, Tanya, Jason, Hannah, Taylor, Brock, Cindy, Harper-Mae, Bronson and Molly-Jane

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IRVINE, Thomas – 1971-2012 It has been 7 years since our son Thomas was killed tragically by a Drunk Driver on January 15, 2012. Time doesn’t erase the pain or hurt his family suffers. You are missed dearly every minute of every day. All our love, Thomas Love, Dad, Mom Jeffrey and Patricia

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B-Licensed School Bus Driver Wanted for a Single Run in the Merrickville/Oxford Mills area and going to South Branch Elementary School. Daily rate is $60 plus a $250 bonus is available. WUBS offers spare drivers for timeoff, an annual incentive bonus, driver social events and a supportive, flexible workplace. Come join the WUBS Team today! Apply on our website at https:// www.wubs.ca/careers or email your resume to wanda@wubs.ca For more information call Wanda at 613-223-3241.

Selix Inc. is currently looking for Heavy Equipment Mechanics. Training and Competitive wage + benefits are provided. hr@selix.ca 613-859-7403

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Full-time Position Available Candidates should have good knowledge of the streets and roads around Smiths Falls Perth and surrounding areas. experience handling cash an asset. Competitive wages offered. Training provided. Please drop off or mail resume to 5 Chambers Street, Smiths Falls K7A 2Y2 Attention: Brett. We thank all applicants, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. HELP WANTED

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Almonte Country Haven our 82 bed long term care home in Almonte is looking for a candidate to fill the above position. The successful applicant must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing OR a Diploma in Nursing, as well as a certificate of competence as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario and a current CPR Certification. At least one year of experience working as a registered nurse in the long term care sector, AND at least three years of experience working as a registered nurse in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a healthcare setting. OMNI is committed to offering accommodations to applicants with disabilities wherever possible. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at: mlegros@omniway.ca, phone 705-748-6631, or by fax 705-742-9197. Submit resume to: cdellaforesta@omniway.ca or fax 613-256-3096

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The Lanark Highlands Police Services Board is seeking a citizen(s) to serve as a community appointee(s) on the Board. Police Service Boards are mandated by the Police Services Act. Boards provide civilian oversight of police services in their communities and hold scheduled meetings which are open to the general public. The Lanark Highlands PSB meetings are scheduled quarterly at the call of the chair and held in the Council Chambers. For more information, visit the Township’s website at www.lanarkhighlands.ca or contact Cynthia Moyle, Acting Clerk at 613-259-2398, ext. 222. Interested residents of the Township of Lanark Highlands are encouraged to submit a letter of interest no later than January 25th, 2019 at 4 pm by emailing clerkadm@lanarkhighlands.ca.

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On-Call, Casual Positions Successful candidates are motivated with excellent organizational, problem solving and leadership skills. Experience in Geriatric Nursing preferred but not essential.

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Permanent Part-Time Position Casual/On-Call Positions Please fax or e-mail resume and cover letter to: We are committed to meet the standards of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), should you require accommodation of any nature please notify us in order that we may provide equal access for this opportunity.

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Carolina Retirement Residence is seeking passionate, hands-on people that share our values. All of our team members bring a high-level of understanding and skills related to their respective fields of expertise. Carolina Retirement Residence is recruiting for the following positions: Night Housekeeping Wellness Nurse – RPN Guest Attendant – PSW Full time, Part time & Casual Positions. Please email your resume to: Carey-Anne.Woods@siennaliving.ca

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Broadview Nursing Centre is a 75 Bed Long Term Care Facility located in Smiths Falls Ontario that is looking for a PSW for a Full Time Night Rotation position. 7 Shifts Bi-Weekly. Candidates need to be motivated with excellent organizational, leadership and problem solving skills. Experience in geriatrics is preferred however not essential. Candidates must have their PSW and vulnerable sector check complete within the last 6 months. Please email or fax resume and cover letter to: Laurie.MacRae@Broadviewnc.ca Fax: 613-283-7073 CLS868277_0110

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Personal Support Worker Developmental Service Provider Home Support Worker We are seeking qualified applicants to provide services in the Carleton Place, Almonte, Kemptville and Arnprior areas. A limited number of full time and part time opportunities will be available. We will be offering a rate of up to 19.00/hr to all qualified applicants. If you are interested in these opportunities email us your resume at champlainrecruitment@bayshore.ca or come into one of our offices located at Carleton PlaceBranch: 10459 ON - 7 Carleton Place, ON K7C 0C4

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Saturday, January 19 at 9:30 A.M. To be held at our facility 15093 Cty Rd 18, East of Osnabruck Centre From Hwy #401 take Ingleside Exit #770 Dickinson Dr., travel North approx. 1 1/2 kms to Osnabruck Centre, turn East onto Cty. Rd. 18, travel 1/2 km. Watch for signs! This Auction Features A Great Assortment of Early Canadian Furniture & Smalls Including: 12 Cupboards, 17th Centeury Mule Chest, Twiss Grandfather Clock, Paintings, and Much More For Detailed Listing & Photos Visit Our Website at www.peterrossauction.ca Note: We are also presently booking spring on site Farm and Estate Auctions as well as accepting quality consignments of both items for our indoor auctions for the remaining winter months and machinery and equipment for our Annual Spring Consignment sale. The most successful spring auction is planned and prepared for in the winter, call now to be assured your desired date. Owner & Auctioneer Not Responsible for Loss or Accident Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper I.D. Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd Ingleside, ON 613-537-8862 Check out our website for photos: www.peterrossauction.ca

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of them have also won Junos and CFMAs. These are players at the top of their game, playing for their own amusement; that the audience gets to enjoy the show is a bonus. Why did we book them? Member Suzie Vinnick is our most-requested past performer; she'll be bringing her pals, includingKatherine Wheatley, Wendell Ferguson, Soozie Schlanger, David Woodhead, Rich Greenspoon and David Matheson. Come prepared to laugh, clap, and sing along. Our opener for this show will be Beth Tufts, a talented young performer from Elphin, Canada's JUNO capital. Tufts is the daughter of two musicians, and has been singing ever since she can remember. Her clarion voice is all her own, as is her talent. David Myles (special guest, susan o) - April 27 David Myles is a Halifax-based roots performer. An independent artist, he is currently touring album number 10. Myles' work is characterized by thoughtful lyrics, sweet melodies, and a sense of fun. Genre is flexible in his hands, and he's been called folk-jazz and nouveau pop, but we prefer to call it

Facebook photo Folk musician Connie Kaldor will join Keelaghan in a double bill for the opening night of the Folkus concert series, Jan. 26. good music. Myles has garnered Juno awards, ECMAs, SOCAN awards, and his single, When I Get My Turn, won international songwriting awards. Our opener for this show will be susan o, an Ottawa-based singer-songwriter folk-rocker. The year 2017 marked her return to the Ottawa music scene after a 13year hiatus for family and life. But her time away from music performing was rich in experience and this informs her songwriting. All concerts take place on Saturday evenings at Almonte Old Town Hall. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., but showtime is at 8 p.m. Purchase series passes or individual tickets online or in-person at Mill Street Books in Almonte. A series pass is $90, adult tickets are $30 each and student tickets are $15. For more information, visit folkusalmonte.com. Submitted by Folkus

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CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION INITIATIVES Lanark County is currently accepting proposals for funding from agencies who provide Housing and Homelessness assistance to low-income individuals. Deadline to submit is February 11, 2019. Proposals must meet one of the CHPI Outcomes 1. People experiencing homelessness obtain and retain housing; and 2. People at risk of homelessness remain housed. Information and applications can be found online at: http://www.county.lanark.on.ca/AssetFactory.aspx?

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Friday, January 18 at 9:30 A.M. To be held at 1800 Vincent Massey Drive in the City of Cornwall Complete Liquidation for Bucovetsky’s Department Stores Featuring a Large Qty. of Items and Inventory Related to the Retail Garment Industry Inventory to Incl.: Qty. of all new men’s and ladies’ wear ranging from vintage up to current styles; men’s and ladies’ footwear and more. Other Items Related to the Industry Incl.: 2 retail anti-theft security systems complete with 100’s of tags, one being a SensorMatic system and the other a pin system (worth over $15,000 new); many clothing racks and display racks including: 4-way racks, baker racks, wooden shelving units and more; 1000’s and 1000’s of different styles of brand new clothing hangers; large qty. of men’s and women’s mannequins and bust forms; several accent display pieces including various tables and cabinets; 2 antique treadle sewing machines; lrg. qty. of office equipment including: cash registers, computers, printers, copiers and more; Singer 491 industrial sewing machine; Singer HD blind stitch sewing machine; lrg. qty. of track lights; several 3 phase industrial sewing machines; 2 new hyd. pallet jacks; alum. ladders; lrg. rolls of gift wrap; fire extinguishers; and many other articles too numerous to mention. Note: This will be an excellent opportunity for wholesalers, flea market vendors, dollar store vendors or end users, plan to attend. Owner and Auctioneer Not Responsible for Loss or Accident Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper ID Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, ON (613) 537-8862 www.peterrossauction.ca

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Homestead 5. More (Spanish) 8. Type of notification 12. Approves 14. Mandela’s party 15. “Mom” actress Faris 16. Predatory insects 18. Where honey goes 19. Canadian flyers 20. Of an earlier time 21. Indigenous people of Australia 22. Organize 23. All over 26. Made it through 30. Between-meals food 31. A quantity upon which an operation is performed 32. German mythological god 33. “Heavy” type of rock music 34. Pharmacy chain Duane __ 39. First responders 42. Mysterious 44. Leisurely stroll

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Look forward to solid and passionate developments in the days to come, Aries. If you’re seeking love, then sparks may soon fly. Be on the lookout.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Some cosmic goodness is in store for you, Leo. Be excited about your prospects. This year can start out on the right foot, especially as it pertains to domestic matters.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 While you have been in a stable relationship for some time now, both parties may be looking to shake things up. It can go two ways: A breakup or newfound depth.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, after some recent turbulence, rest easy knowing that calmer waters are ahead. Some tranquility and stability is just what the doctor ordered.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, things in your domestic sector are bound to settle down in a few days. If you planned improvements at home, you’ll sail through those in no time with some help from friends.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Venus, the ruler of your career sector, will point your professional efforts in the right direction, Capricorn. Your professional outlook might turn completely around.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, some pivotal changes may come into your life shortly. You may find out your family is increasing or learn that a career change is in the works. Start counting good fortune.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You may notice people in your social life are more friendly and accommodating lately, Aquarius. In fact, friends have always been there for you because they believe in you.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, expect some big changes in your love life in the weeks to come. Count your blessings because you deserve all the good news that’s coming your way. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Surprises are in store for Cancers who are willing to take some risks. If you resign from your job, you just may find a dream position shortly after — things can be that dramatic.

46. Most naughty 47. Plant tissue 49. Small fish 50. Men’s fashion accessory 51. Distant planet 56. Destroy 57. Location in Norse mythology 58. One who is deliberately cruel 59. __ Romeo, car 60. Of the ear 61. Former name of Tokyo 62. Male children 63. French/Belgian river 64. Tide

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 A talent that you used to feel insecure about can be an avenue to earn a significant amount of money, Scorpio. Don’t hesitate to monetize and share your gifts.

CLUES DOWN 1. Grave 2. Alright 3. Sharp tooth 4. Bird genus 5. Important 6. One who studies carefully 7. Not very big 8. Astronomy unit 9. A way to open up 10. Trap 11. Handle of a knife 13. Indicates one from a part of W. Africa 17. Lucky number 24. Doctor of Education 25. Legendary Cubs broadcaster 26. Female parent 27. Mimic 28. Connects to the rim 29. Small constellation 35. Indicates near 36. Consumed 37. Criticize 38. Shock therapy

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, if you’ve been waiting for seed money to start a venture, then your patience will pay off. Expect some good news to come.

40. Type of cigarette 41. The fashionable elite 42. Shed tears 43. Arm or branch of a bone 44. Quell anger 45. Where rock and rollers play 47. “The Alchemist” author Coelho 48. Choppers 49. Lacks brightness 52. Port in Yemen 53. Brood of pheasant 54. Approves food 55. A type of sign

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CARLETON PLACE/ALMONTE THURSDAY, JANUARY 10

Master Mind Toastmasters WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Riverview Seniors Residence, 204 Lake Avenue W.,, Carleton Place CONTACT: jennifer.d.hoy@gmail.com COST: Meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month to develop self confidence and learn some communication and leadership skills.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12

Lanark County Cattleman's Association AGM WHEN: 9:30 a.m WHERE: Brunton Community Hall, 1702 9th Line, Blacks Corners, Carleton Place CONTACT: mschmidt@semex.com COST: The Lanark County Cattleman's Association's Annual General Meeting speakers will include BFO representatives and information from Algonquin College Perth Campus' new Business Agriculture Program. Lunch will be

served. NLAS Winter Dance WHEN: 8:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Civitan Hall - Almonte, 500 Almonte St., Almonte CONTACT: Debbie Brydges, 613-256-3879 COST: $15 in advance, $18 at door The North Lanark Agricultural Society hold its Winter Dance, featuring the Glen Silverson Band. Doors open at 7:30. Tickets at Nicholson's Store, Pakenham or call Debbie Brydges (613-256-3879).

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Stretch and Strength Classes WHEN: 2:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, Almonte CONTACT: 613256-8339 COST: $8 Stretch and strength classes take place every Monday afternoon.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15

50+ Fitness Classes WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Carleton Place Canoe

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Mahjongg WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: Rosetta Mcinnes, 1 (613) 268-2548, communications@abchall.ca, http://www.abchall.ca COST: $5 American Mah Jongg (or Maajh as it is usually called) is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, dating back to the time of Confucius. Everyone is welcome. Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Civitan Club, 6787 County Road 43, Perth CONTACT: Joy Price, 613-267-3298 COST: There are also duplicate clubs in Kemptville and Almonte.

Social Bridge WHEN: 12:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: McMartin House, 125 Gore St East, Perth, ON, Perth CONTACT:

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12

Snowmoble Club Dinner WHEN: 5:00 p.m WHERE: Snow Road Snowmobile Club, 1106 Gemmills Road, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: 613-267-2283 COST: Dinner at 5 p.m. followed by quarter auction at 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16

Monthly Blood Pressure Clinic WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: The Factory, Perth, 40 Sunset Blvd, Perth CONTACT: 613-267-7000 COST: Access the building through Entrance A. Pot Luck Westport Legion WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Westport, 10099 10, Westport, ON, Westport CONTACT: 613-273-3615 COST:

Afternoon Cribbage or Bridge at the Legion WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Carleton Place Legion Royal Canadian Legion Br 192, 177 George St., Carleton Place CONTACT: (613) 257 1727, http://downtowncarletonplace.com/community-calendar/ #monthlyview COST: $5 Come play Cribbage or Bridge every Tuesday afternoon at the Legion. Coffee and snacks provided, includes a door prize as well.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 10

Bridge WHEN: 6:15 p.m WHERE: St. John's United Church, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-806-4495 COST: $5 Organized every Thursday by the North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club. All levels of bridge players welcome.

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Newcomer Bridge WHEN: 12:15 p.m WHERE: St. John's United Church, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-795-7155 COST: $5 Organized by the North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club. All levels welcome. No partner needed. Square Dancing WHEN: 7:30 p.m WHERE: North

Visit insideottawavalley.com/events for our selection of this month’s featured online events: Things to Do in a Canadian Winter. Next month, we’ll feature Family Day. Visit insideottawavalley.com/events and hit the POST YOUR EVENT button to submit these or any other community event! Come for the Pot Luck and the Fun all members and their guests welcome to come the last Wednesday of the month. Bring your favourite dish!

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17

Volunteers Needed for YAK Youth Services WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 5:30 p.m WHERE: YAK Youth Services, 1 Sherbrooke St. E., Perth CONTACT: Jeff Kohl, 613-264-8381, yakexecutivedirector@gmail.com, http://yakyouth.ca COST: YAK is looking for adult volunteers to help with spring fundraising! YAK Youth Centre offers Perth and area youth a safe and welcoming place to learn new skills, make new friends, get referrals to other social services, or simply hang out.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12

Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-0817 COST: Every Thursday and Saturday. Sponsor: Harmony #162.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 13

Ladies Darts WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 9:30 p.m WHERE: RCAFA Hall - Smiths Falls, 44 Abbott St. North, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Linda, 613-2833668 COST: Every Sunday night from September to March at the RCAFA Hall.

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Bid Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E.,

Grenville Municipal Office, 285 County Road 44, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-3690 COST: Grenville Gremlins Square Dance Club meets every Monday night. We dance basic and mainstream from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and do a plus tip from 7 to 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 to 10 p.m. For dance schedule: https://sites.google.com/site/grenvillegremlins09/.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15

Skip-Bo WHEN: 10:00 a.m 12:00 p.m WHERE: Cheryl J. Brown Centre, 215 Sanders Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-3203 COST: Seniors' Skip-Bo every Tuesday at the Cheryl J. Brown Centre (Kemptville & District Home Support Inc.)

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16

Probus Club of North Grenville

WHEN: 9:30 a.m WHERE: St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT: Anna Van Adrichem-Rochon, 613-258-2706 COST: Probus Club of North Grenville welcomes retires to its monthly meetings for coffee, conversation, comedy and community interest speakers. Diners Club WHEN: 12:00 p.m WHERE: Kemptville & District Home Support Inc., 215 Sanders Street, Suite 101, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-3203 COST: Enjoy lunch every Wednesday at the seniors' centre. By reservation only. Baby Talk WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: EarlyON Child and Family Centre, 40 Campus Drive, Unit 2 (Parish Hall), Kemptville CONTACT: Sherry Craig, 613-2585941 COST: Sponsored by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

SMITHS FALLS Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2833292 COST: Come play euchre.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15

Floor Shuffleboard WHEN: 9:30 a.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2830817 COST: Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Parking behind arena. Beginners welcome. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-7164 COST: Duplicate Bridge Partnership. Come by 12:45 p.m. Bridge starts at 1 p.m. Bingo Smiths Falls Civitan WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Civitan Club, 12468 Highway 15 North, Smiths Falls, Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-284-0818 Doors open 5:30 p.m. Canteen

available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16

Gentle Exercise WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: Rideau Valley Diabetes Service - Smiths Falls, 2 Gould St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-284-2558 COST: Gentle exercise. Work at your own pace, with qualified staff leading the group. Free, everyone welcome. Floor Shuffleboard WHEN: 9:30 a.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2830817 COST: Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Parking behind arena. Beginners welcome. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Bridge WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Hanley Hall, McGill St. North, Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-6116 Come enjoy some friendly games of bridge.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 11

Joy Price, 613-267-3952 COST: Every Friday, enjoy bridge in Perth for the social fun of it.

Club, 179 John Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: 613-2568339 COST: $8 50+ fitness classes take place every Tuesday and Thursday. First class free to try.

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New Quality Rentals in Carleton Place SUITES FROM 926 -1390 SQUARE FEET

258 Coleman Street

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Live Carefree Expo JOIN US FOR A ONE-STOP INFO SESSION ON HOW TO ATTAIN A CAREFREE LIFESTYLE.

All the experts in one room: Real estate agents, transition and

downsizing experts, financial advisors, lawyers, movers, and insurance agents. Together they will provide a complete picture of everything you need to know to simplify your next move.

Our leasing specialists will be on hand to showcase Lépine’s new quality rental apartments, opening this summer on Coleman Street.

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Refreshments Served and Exciting Door Prizes

Wednesday, January 16th 11AM - 1PM AT THE CARLETON PLACE CANOE CLUB CANOE CLUB 179 JOHN STREET, CARLETON PLACE

Space is limited, RSVP to: Dave deJong at dave.dejong@lepineapartments.com

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