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Cancer survivors and their supporters complete the first lap of Quinte West-Brighton Relay for Life 2018 held June 1 at Trenton High School.
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JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Northumberland-Peterborough South - Liberal candidate Lou Rinaldi was caught offguard by party leader Kathleen Wynne conceding defeat on Saturday, five days before the provincial election. "Obviously I was initially surprised ... by the decision she made, based I guess on what her gut feeling was on (how) things were going to turn out (on June 7)," he said in an interview Sunday night. "I had no idea that was coming." However, he doesn't think her prediction she will be turfed as premier has made it harder for him to be re-elected as MPP. "Absolutely not," said Rinaldi, who has served at Queen's Park for 12 of the last 15 years. For the last two months he's been focusing on winning Northumberland-Peterborough South, and that focus isn't about to change in the last
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week of the campaign, he said. "We campaigned hard all day yesterday even after the announcement and we had absolutely no problem," he said. Wynne's extraordinary declaration has fuelled speculation dispirited Liberal sup-
porters will choose to vote for the NDP, led by Andrea Horvath. Rinaldi wouldn't speculate what voters might do. "All I know is that there is a lot of people out there (who) ... tell me they certainly supported me but they weren't happy with the premier," he said. "I have no idea why. "I'm sure it wasn't easy for the premier to make the decision," Rinaldi added, "but she certainly didn't want to interfere with any (Liberal) candidate" not being elected "because of her." Wynne has become deeply unpopular among Ontarians and is trailing badly in the polls behind Horvath and Progressive Conservative leader Doug Ford, who is considered the front-runner. Her conceding defeat "was
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"Ontarians have categorically rejected the failed economic mismanagement of Kathleen Wynne," he said. "Our message here is one of positive change ... of creating a climate for economic growth in Ontario that we've seen neglected over the past number of years." However, he expressed concern about "backroom dealings" taking place between the Liberals and the NDP should the election result in a minority government. "Ontarians do not want a high tax, high debt agenda," he said. "They want more money in their pockets. That's what we're offering."
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Dashnay said. A goal of $65,000 was set and "with this group I'm always optimistic" the goal will be reached, she said. Dashnay said the decision to merge fundraising efforts was made at the national level by the Canadian Cancer Society "to get rid of some relays in some areas, so they combined us together because we are two close communities. "Today is an absolutely amazing day about creating memories, thinking of our survivors (and) those who have passed, and our family, and bringing us together," Dashnay said. "It's so true, there are tears, there's laughter, there's fun, there's joy. Honestly, the best day of my entire year is coming and doing the 12 hours." The event, which ran from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., included a kids zone, themed laps, and a lighting of the luminaries ceremony. "We're all here because cancer has touched our lives," Dashnay told those who turned out for the June 2 relay. Her father is a survivor of both brain cancer and esophageal cancer. But they were also there because they "have the power to fight cancer and save lives," she said.
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Anyone who watched just five minutes of the last leaders debate of the Ontario provincial election may be fighting with the question: Why vote? These so-called leaders kept interrupting each other, throwing digs, ignoring the moderators; it gives little hope any of them can lead the province after this week's election, if this is how they choose to treat each other on national television. But that is what any eligible voter is asked to do: just vote. Voter apathy is not easy to understand for those who have always seen it as their civic duty. Yet those who refuse to vote have a few reasons that deserve to be addressed directly. Because it is clear that everyone benefits when all voters in a democracy cast a ballot. 'I never vote,' is a line often heard at times such as this, during a provincial election campaign. 'I'm not political and don't know how it works or where to go; so I just don't bother.' A more difficult one goes like this: 'I don't think the party I like can win in this riding so what's the point?' And the toughest one to get around is: 'I don't like any of the candidates. I prefer to protest by spoiling my ballot.' But vote you must. In the 2014 election just over 50 per cent of Ontario's 9.2 million eligible voters cast a ballot and in 2011 48.2 per cent voted. That slight increase still means only half the province voted. You may think you are not political but every action you take or don't take affects politics. The new developments in hospitals were funded by the provincial government, every time you walk into the hospital you are reaping the benefits of provincial funding. Any expansion or improvement to area highways, and who doesn't love that summer construction season, will be decided by the party of power in Toronto. Think about that the next time you go for a drive. If you don't think your favourite party is going to win, still vote for them as the party receives a quarterly rate by the number of valid votes a party's candidates receives in the general election: your vote matters. Two weeks ago, the prime minister recognized the 100th anniversary of women's rights to vote federally, in Ontario women were granted the vote in 1917. Men and women died in war for our right to vote. After all of these sacrifices and battles it proves you must vote. And as we all know no candidate in the history of democracy has been perfect. Be educated, it is easy to look up how and where to vote; www.elections.on.ca or call 1-888-668-8683. Election day is today, June 7. Vote, it matters.
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How to stop wasting taxpayers' money Dear Editor: In the Independent's May 31 front page article "Brighton councillor wants to put a stop to wasting taxpayer's money," Coun. Martinello is quoted as being "shocked" to discover that the municipality had, over the term of the current council, "wasted" $632,712, attempting to address the historic problem of ammonia exceedance in discharge from the waste water treatment facility. During this period Martinello has not only been a party to all of the council decisions leading to this so-called waste and therefore shares responsibility, but he has arguably disrupted the process with his numerous "notice of mo-
tion" and statements criticizing municipal staff and consultants. His most recent assertion that only a "mechanical plant" is the answer, even though that solution would take a minimum of two years to come to fruition and therefore not help with the immediate problem, is rather typical. In disassociating himself from council's decisions Martinello seems to be asserting that if council does not do things his way, he is absolved from collective responsibility. After seven years' sitting on Brighton council, he refuses to recognize that council is collectively responsible as the governing body, and that he has a duty as a councillor to work within that body with the cooperation of the whole council. His tiresome public tirades
do nothing but lead to discord with staff, division between council members, council dysfunction and grief for the community. If Martinello really wants to stop wasting taxpayers' money, he should change his ways and work co-operatively with council and staff. Dave Cutler, Brighton
Trenton Junction station marks anniversary Dear Editor: On March 18, 2018, the Concerned Citizens For the Restoration and Enhancement of Passenger Rail Service at Trenton Junction marked the 16th anniversary of the restoration of service at that Via
Rail station which attracts passengers from a wide area around it, including Brighton, Trent Hills and other areas of eastern Northumberland. As background, service was terminated during October 2001 by Via Rail due to declining ridership (less than three passengers a week). Subsequently, resulting from a successful community campaign, service was restored on March 18, 2002. Since that date owing to a better mix of trains, ridership has been increasing (161 passengers a week at this time) and services have been enhanced due to the support of many, including MPP Lou Rinaldi throughout his time as our provincial member of parliament. Errick Camolese, Founder
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Brighton woman honoured for being a member of Eastern Star for 75 years JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Brighton - Doreen Thompson has been a member of the Order of the Eastern Star of Ontario longer than many people live: 75 years. She was initiated into the fraternal organization in April 1943. Thompson was encouraged to join when she was 21 by a woman in Wooler whose two daughters were members. She was reluctant at first. "I really didn't know what it was all about," Thompson said. She soon learned it was "a wonderful association. "I really met a lot of nice people through the Eastern Star." She preferred to work behind the
"I really met a lot of nice people through the Eastern Star." - Doreen Thompson scenes, helping out in the kitchen preparing meals for the monthly suppers at the Masonic Temple and special occasions. Thompson's many years of service were formally recognized by the provincial organization at the Grand Chapter's meeting in May - the last one of its existence. She and other members of the Brighton chapter, whose numbers had been in decline, have since joined the Order of the Eastern Star in Warkworth. "They really gave us a nice welcome,"
Thompson said. "Young people aren't joining," she said of her own chapter's demise. She enjoyed her time with the Brighton chapter, noting the many causes it supported over the years. It did "an awful lot of work" on behalf of different projects, she said. Her late husband, Claude Thompson, was head of the math department of East Northumberland Secondary School and a member of the Brighton Lions for 60 years. He died in April 2013. The new track and field at ENSS bears his name as well as that of another deceased Brightonian who was prominent in the community, Brian Todd. Doreen Thompson played violin with a local band, the Austin Arcadians, in the 1940s and '50s.
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JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Brighton - Health care, debt, Hydro One - those are some of the recurring issues that have figured prominently in the all-candidates' meetings but one subject has received scant attention - the environment. "Climate change is the most central, most impacting issue of our day ... (and) it's almost never coming up," Green party candidate John Campbell/Metroland Jeff Wheeldon lamented when the five candidates for The five candidates for the riding - Jana Papuckoski, David Piccini, Lou Rinaldi, Derek Sharp and Jeff Wheeldon - went head to head Northumberland-Peterborfor the last time at a meeting held May 31 at Brighton's Fellowship Christian Reformed Church. ough South went head-tohead for the last time it," he said. in the form of higher prices. manner." role to play "but we have to and make more money. Thursday night. "But we absolutely need "I don't believe a carbon The 10th and final allbe honest with Ontarians" "This creates a huge im"It's galling to (have) evto transition off that," tax gives any real incentive candidates meeting, which and make clear that meabalance between big busierybody conspicuously igWheeldon said. for companies to lower their lasted almost three hours sures like the Green Energy nesses that can afford the nore it," he said, when its "We're going to phase out carbon emissions," he said. and drew more than 100 peoAct are flawed. technology and small busiimpact will affect generainternal combustion en"My solution would be ple, was hosted by the Fel"Thirty per cent of our nesses that cannot," he said. tions. gines by 2050." tax incentives for compalowship Christian Resolar contracts for energy The result is "a huge comHe was understandably Progressive Conservanies that actually lower formed Church. It was orgathat we don't need are being petitive gap." overjoyed then when orgative candidate David Piccini their emission." nized on relatively short nodone" on prime agricultural Rinaldi said the Liberals nizers for the May 31 allsaid his party supports esNDP candidate Jana Patice, when it became evident land. have been "the most procandidates meeting includtablishing a fund that helps puckoski said she supports none was going to be held in The cap-and-trade progressive government when ed environmental issues as innovators and businesses cap-and-trade "because it's Brighton otherwise. gram enables large corpoit comes to protecting the one of the four questions investing in new technology a program that ensures polWheeldon criticized the rations to "just pass the environment." they posed bethat reduces luters pay." Progressive Conservatives buck" while they "continue He criticized the Profore opening emissions. "It forces you to conserve for "talking about making to pollute," Piccini said. gressive Conservatives for the floor to "We're "It is an ecoor to adopt more energygasoline and hydro cheaper Sharp said it also allows producing a costed set of questions nomic driver, a saving mechanisms so you (using) government subsicompanies to sell credits if promises without explainfrom the audi- already seeing job creator," he don't have to pay (into the) dies" and "pulling up wind they use technology to reing how they will pay for ence. said. cap-and-trade program," turbines." duce their carbon output them. the effects of "We're alLiberal canshe said. Piccini said his party ready seeing climate didate Lou RiPapuckoski said she is supports "incentivizing the the effects of naldi, the area's surprised some of the other transition" but it won't hapchange. 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Codrington pit hailed for being operated "in a socially and environmentally responsible manner" JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Codrington - Canada Building Materials has been recognized for operating its pit at Codrington in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. The recognition comes in the form of a Certificate of Conformance presented by the Cornerstone Standards Council (CSC), "a registered charity that creates, administers, and promotes widespread support for voluntary certification of responsibly sourced aggregate materials." The pit is the first CSCcertified operation in Northumberland County and the Quinte region, and just the fifth in all of Ontario. "This certification is another step in Canada Building Material's (CBM's) commitment to socially and environmentally responsible practices," Edilson Chimilovski, president of aggregates and ready mix for Votorantim Cimentos North America, said in a news release the council issued. "I'm pleased that we will now be able to provide public and private customers in the area with aggregate materials using processes and standards that raise the bar in the industry." Brighton Mayor Mark Walas commended CBM for pursuing certification. "Brighton prides itself in being a safe community with a vibrant business dis-
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Left: Aggregate will be extracted from less than one-third of the 725-acre property, at the rate of 650,000 tonnes a year maximum. Right: Mike LeBreton, land and resource manager for CBM's eastern region, says the Codrington pit will be operated for 30 more years based on market demand. trict, healthy lifestyle opportunities and good employment," he stated in the release. "Commitments to operate in a socially and environmentally responsible manner help us to continue to meet our goal now and into the future." To be certified CBM had to meet certain requirements related to community engagement, operational procedures and resource efficiency. Its steps included upgrading County Road 30 approaching the site entrance, building a 1.9 kilometre haul road to the pit that provided significant separation distances from neighbouring residences to
reduce potential impacts, and beautifying the site by spending a substantial amount on signage and landscaping. CSC executive director Nicholas Schulz said "It is rewarding to see forward thinking companies like CBM committing to more responsible practices," and by having pursed certification, "demonstrating how businesses can act as leaders" in communities. The council's Responsible Aggregate Standard is the world's only voluntary certification system for responsible aggregate practices. Introduced three years ago, it provides for enhanced public consulta-
tion, efficient rehabilitation, protection and enhancement of environmentally significant areas, and better operational practices. "There's no clear measure for what responsible practice looks like for aggregate operations, so the difference between legal requirements and what some operations do can be quite broad," Schulz said. "What we wanted to do was find a way to encourage and recognize those operators who are being more responsible, through a certification program like this." There are 3,500 pit licences in the province, plus another 3,000 permits on Crown land, he said.
CBM has been operating sites in Brighton since 1969 but those still in operation are nearing the end of their usefulness. "We had to find ourselves a new home and here we are," Mike Lebreton, land and resource manager for CBM's eastern region, told passengers on a tour of the site by bus last Sunday afternoon. It took a Ontario Municipal Board hearing in order for the company to obtain a licence to operate from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry in 2014. The pit shipped its first load of gravel in July 2015. The approval process included forming a public liaison group to bring for-
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window or just admiring how the light streams in. I find odd angles intriguing and often work the architectural patterns of windows and doors into abstract work. Everyone is welcome to our opening reception June 9. l Sunday, June 10 Behind the Seams 2018 WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Community Centre, 75 Elizabeth St. (Hwy 2), Brighton CONTACT: rdownhill@hotmail.com COST: $6 per person; children under 12 Trent Valley Quilters Guild Quilt Show happens only once every three years. Bring your friends out, we would love to see you June 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and June 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Quilts/wall hangings/challenges, merchants' mall, quilt raffle, tea room and more. l Wednesday, June 13 Brighton Good Grief! Drop-in WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m WHERE: The Beacon Youth Centre, 10 Alice Street, Unit 5, Brighton CONTACT: jansparling@gmail.com COST:
Free Drop-in Grief Group held on the second Wednesday of every month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Beacon (10 Alice St., #5). l Saturday, June 16 Charity Golf Tournament WHEN: 8:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: Ash Brook Golf Club, 7215 Dale Rd., Cobourg CONTACT: Rachel Edwards, 2899284112, redwards@rcys.ca COST: $110 Supporting Rebound Child and Youth Services, Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre and Knights of Columbus Charities.- 8:30 a.m. shot gun- four person scramble- best ball-lots of prizes-steak or chicken lunchWhat a great way to spend Father's Day Weekend!Only $110 per player includes green fees, cart and lunch!
Yoga and Bird Walks WHEN: 8:30 a.m - 9:30 a.m WHERE: Presqu'ile Provincial Park, 328 Presqu'ile Parkway, Brighton CONTACT: Leslie Abram, 6134753462, leslieabram@gmail.com, http://getyoga.ca/5724-2/ COST: by donation- proceeds to Friends of Presqu'ile Park Enjoy yoga by the lakeside at beautiful Presqu'ile Park, followed by a guided bird walk to check
out some of the fascinating species of birds that call Presqu'ile home. All ages and experience levels welcome. By donation- proceeds to Friends of Presqu'ile for conservation and educational programs. Spring Parks Walks WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Presqu'ile Provincial Park, 328 Presqu'Ile Pkwy, Brighton CONTACT: 613-475-4324, http://www.friendsofpresquile.on.ca COST: Guided nature walks on Saturday. The Lighthouse Interpretive Centre and The Friends' Gift Shop will be open weekends. Karaoke evening WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Legion, 25 Park St,, Brighton CONTACT: Kathie Woodcox COST: Karaoke evening at Brighton Legion with host Terry Randall, at new time 7-11 pm in the club room. Come out to enjoy our great local talent and have a fun evening singing along and dancing. l Sunday, June 17 Outdoor masses WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Codrington Catholic Cemetery, Old Wooler Road,
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l Thursday, June 7 Brighton Clothing Depot WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Clothing Depot, 5 Craig Blvd., Brighton CONTACT: Nancy Sheppard, 613-475-1611 COST: The Brighton Clothing Depot will be open at 5 Craig Blvd. in the Brighton Industrial Park, 10-4 Thursday, 10-5:30 on Friday, and 10-1 on Saturday. Accepting gently used clothing, footwear, household items (NO TELEVISIONS) please.
l Friday, June 22 Summer's Here Pub Night WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Legion, 25 Park St,, Brighton CONTACT: Kathie Woodcox COST: $20 per person Enjoy a great summer themed dinner at Brighton Legion with chicken and salads at 6 pm, then dance from 7-11 pm to the music of Shawn Nelson. Tickets on sale in the club room.
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The Big Give is a big hit once again in Brighton
More than 120 churches involved as community shows its generosity JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Brighton - It turns out there are things in life that are free thousands of them, in fact, from books to clothes, housewares to furniture, and so much more, including plants, toys and electronics. They were all there for the taking Saturday morning at the King Edward Park Arena, for the second annual the Big Give in Brighton. "Isn't it amazing? We are so blown away! We cannot believe the response of the community. We're just so blessed," Brenda Van Egmond, co-chair of the organizing committee, enthused as several hundred people made their way around the packed arena, picking through stuff arrayed on tables and set out on the floor. "You name it, it's here," she said. Nationally, the Big Give is organized by "a group of volunteers who passionately believe that kindness and generosity are an integral part of our Christian faith," according to the group's website, www.thebiggive.ca. Every year they "mobilize churches across the country to bless their neighbourhoods through a united day of giving extravagantly." More than 120 churches took part this year, including locally Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, Evangel Pentecostal Church, St. Paul's Anglican Church in Brighton, Trinity St. Andrews United Church, Smithfield United Church, Holy Angels Catholic Church and Smithfield Christian Congregational Church. "You just don't know how it's going to work out and this morning when we saw the lineup we were all so thrilled to be a part of it," Van Egmond said. People started showing up around 7:30 a.m. and had begun to form a line by 9:30, even though the event didn't begin until 10. Everything was given away for free "to give back to the community (and) show love," Van Egmond said.
The day included a free barbecue and other refreshments, as well as cotton candy and Freezies for the children. Also on hand was the Brighton Fire Department. "It's been a lot of work, but it's rewarding to see the people," Van Egmond said. "It's fantastic, it's going to help a lot of people," said Marilyn Cubit, of Brighton. Bonnie Snarr, who drove down from Campbellford, said: "It's wonderful but I do think they should have a donation box," or charged a small amount for the items. "We would be more than willing to pay for some of these wonderful things. It's a treasure trove." Dave Lapointe, of Trenton, picked up an electric guitar for his teenaged son. He also got a little shelf but was offered $10 for it by a stranger. "Because it was a free thing I couldn't take any money from
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Left: Robin Edwards and Debbie Thompson load up a barbecue. It's "unbelievable" what people donated to be given away for free, Edwards says. Right: The Big Event co-chair Ashley Gillespie says the event isn't about making money but "to spread love" as well as to show love for the community. "Just pay it forward," she says.
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Left: Linda Rawlings prepares to bowl during a warm spring day at the Brighton Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club. Above: Left to right, Ron Truman, Catherine Farley, Don Oakley and Otto Richter enjoy a game of croquet.
Go roll with them: try lawn bowling, croquet ALICIA VANDINE
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The Brighton Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club (BLBCC) hosted an open house event to raise awareness of their club's sporting opportunities on June 2. Brightonians have been enjoying lawn bowling since 1925 and the club added the game of croquet to its activities 14 years ago. Members bowl at 4 p.m. and croquet at 6 p.m. from May until October every Monday and Wednesday on the club's grounds located at 10 Veteran's Way adjacent to Memorial Park. Membership in the club
for the season is $90 and you can play as often as your schedule allows. "We don't run leagues or have pre-set teams," said Don Oakley, president of the BLBCC. "We do a random draw each evening so that you can play with a variety of members and this way you are not committed to having to play every week. "You can start at any age and it is never too late to take up the game," Oakley added. The BLBCC offers an opportunity to come out and try the games for only $5. All you need is flat,
soft-soled shoes and the club provides all the necessary equipment. Wearing white clothing is nice, but absolutely not necessary. "It's a challenging sport but not physically taxing," said Linda who joined the club last year. "It's a very social game and a great way to meet people especially if you are new to the Brighton area." If you are interested in trying either lawn bowling or croquet call 613-475-3541 or visit the club's website www.brightonbowlsandcroquet.ca for more details.
Northumberland - MP Kim Rudd is reminding area seniors and community organizations that the deadline for applications to the New Horizons for Seniors program is fast approaching. It's June 15. She also said anyone needing help with their presubmission application (s) is welcome to contact her office for guidance if needed. Churches, sporting clubs, community centres, theatre groups, and others who are eligible are encouraged to apply. Further information about the New Horizons for Seniors funding can be found www.canada.ca/en/ employment-social-development/services/funding/new-horizons-seniorscommunity-based.html, or www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/ new-horizons-seniorscommunity-based/tips.html Also, Northumberland County has announced additional funding for the Renovate Northumberland program, launched last year. An additional $200,000 will be available
for eligible local homeowners to complete urgent repairs and accessibility upgrades. The program is being delivered in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity Northumberland. "Our community housing and homelessness strategies are based on a Housing First approach that emphasizes preventive measures to stabilize people's housing," county director of community and social services Lisa Horne said in a news release. "Renovate Northumberland is an important component of these housing stability strategies, helping people to make critical repairs so that they can remain in their own home." The Renovate Northumberland program enables eligible homeowners to access interest-free, forgivable loans up to a maximum of $10,000 to complete urgent home repairs, as well as grants up to a maximum of $5,000 to reduce physical barriers in order to make a residence more accessible. In 2017 Renovate Northumberland provided financial support for home renovations to 19 homeowners, 14 of them seniors in North-
umberland County. The completed projects included eight roof repair/replacements, five furnace repair/replacements and four accessibility projects. "Habitat's vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live," Habitat for Humanity Northumberland executive director Meaghan Macdonald said. Renovate Northumberland is a program that works in partnership with Habitat's home repair affordable loan program, ReNew It. Having the two programs work together "we can ensure that those most in need of urgent home repairs can access support to maintain a safe and decent place to live." Homeowners must submit an expression of interest by June 15 in order to be considered for 2018 funding. The expression of interest is available at https:// www.habitatnorthumberland.ca/renovate-northumberland. For more information about applying, email Dawn Campbell at renovate@habitatnorthumberland.ca or call 289-252-0999 ext. 27.
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Brighton's Own: From mother's helper, to mother, to Beacon's Grandma Liz Vandertoorn feels blessed having raised a wonderful family, Vic Schukov writes
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Liz Vandertoorn was born the oldest of seven children in her family in Holland, six years before the Nazi occupation: "My biggest memory of the war comes back to me when I see people throwing out food today. In Holland, I saw people arrive by train in Rotterdam, doing whatever they could to get food. "We had a farm, so my mother always brought people to our dinner table. I actually saw people fist fight for a scrap of bread my mother put out for the dog. That is why I can never throw out food. I make better meals with leftovers than from scratch." In her native land, Vandertoorn attended Christian school up to Grade 6 after which she had to stay home as her mother's helper. "I was 12, and didn't go back because I was the oldest, like a second mother to my siblings. I also worked on the farm. At 4:30 a.m. I would go out and get vegetables ready for market. I remember the Nazis had a camp less than a kilometre away from us so we saw them a lot. On top of that, my Dad was in the underground, so we worried." One day a week, the very young Vandertoorn went to sewing school, and made suits and dresses for her whole family. At 17, she came to Canada with
VIC SCHUKOV Column family, arriving in Halifax in 1952. "The train was supposed to go to Winnipeg but the conductor changed his mind and we ended up in Trenton. My Dad found a job and rented an old house with no hydro and an outhouse on Tate Road. It was cold and dark being the end of January, and we couldn't speak a word of English. I got a job as a mother's helper in town, and they helped me learn the language." While attending the Christian Reform Church, she met her husband, a gentleman who worked with her Dad. She got married at 20 and they moved to Brighton. Two years later, her first son was born and they bought a 100-acre farm near Murray Canal. "We raised five wonderful children. I was a stay-at-home Mom. I have always been around children in my life. My grandson Adam was always at the farm. After my husband passed away 13 years ago, I stayed in our home for another seven years before moving into town (five years ago). A neat part is Adam bought the farm so it remains in the family. His first son was born in the house." As she never had the opportunity to pursue a formal educa-
tion, Vandertoorn vowed, "No matter what happens, my children are going to go to school." Great success: Her oldest, Rick is a teacher in ENSS. Daughter Cathy, a former nurse now teaches also. Son John is a retired police officer. Son Gary works for the county. And Mike Vandertoorn, was a councillor for years, as well as owning his own business. A member of the local Women's Institute, Vandertoorn volunteers at the Salvation Army and United Church suppers organized by local churches. She also teaches Bible school. Brighton's very own Mother Vandertoorn continues to be around kids. "Thirteen years ago, the organizer of the Beacon Centre came to me and said, 'Liz, I got a job for you. These kids need a Grandma.' I love children. They always accept you the way you are. I have been through some rough times, but I believe God is
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Liz Vandertoorn shown here at home. in control of whatever happens. I am not alone. I also have 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren with two more on the way. Am I blessed or am I blessed?"
– She's blessed. (Brighton resident Vic Schukov is a longtime journalist and writer of biography books for everyday people; victorschukov@gmail.com )
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Paddles Up for Brighton Dragon Boat Festival ALICIA VANDINE
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Reece Herrington, second from the right, and the other members of Brighton's open boys' 4 x 400 m relay team Jacob Gilbert, Jake Hollinger and Sam Hall - finished fourth.
Brighton sending 16 to provincial track and field championships JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Brighton - Sixteen East Northumberland Secondary School athletes qualified for the OFSAA Track and Field Championships by placing in the top four at the East Regional meet held May 31-June 1 in Kingston. The Blue Dragons' senior boys' 4 x 100 metre relay team Jared Hall, Ben Snider, Reece Herrington and Sam Hall - set a record for the competition, winning the event in a time of 42.85 seconds. That's the fastest relay time in the meet's 41-year history. Isaac Hollinger won the midget 1500 m race (4:25.39) and finished second in the 800 m (2:07.76). Sam Hall won senior high jump (2.07 m) and was second in the 100 m (11.24 s). Allison MacDonald set a ENSS record in winning senior triple jump (11.22 m) and finished fourth in the 400 m hurdles (1:06.91). Jared Milligan won midget triple jump (12.21 m).
Jake Hollinger finished second in the 1500 m (3:56.56) and fourth in the 3000 m (8:56.68). Jared Hall finished second in senior long jump (6.65 m). Ben Snider was fourth in senior triple jump and he set a new school record (13.96 m). Gavin Camp finished second in midget shot put (12.77 m) and third in javelin (42.14 m). Garrett Bird was second in junior discus (41.35 m) and fourth in shot put (13.99 m). Morgan Newbery was third in the midget 300 m hurdles (50.30 s). Katie Larry was fourth in senior long jump (4.96 m). Anthony Cozier finished fourth in the ID 100 m (13.39 s). The open boys' 4 x 400 m relay team - Jacob Gilbert, Reece Herrington, Jake Hollinger and Sam Hall - finished fourth (3:31.59). Many other ENSS athletes turned in strong, personal best performances. The OFSAA Track and Field Championships will take place at York Lions Stadium June 7 to June 9.
The Brighton Dragon Boat Club (BDBC) is getting ready for its annual Dragon Boat Festival on July 23, 2018, with races starting at 8 a.m. near the Municipal Marina in Gosport. "Dragon boating first gained popularity with breast cancer survivors because it offered the women therapeutic exercise to improve their health," said Phillip Spencer - President of the BDBC. "Paddling the boats all together also encouraged them to develop into teams and they formed emotional bonds with their fellow paddlers which led them to support each other in their recoveries."
The sport has grown quickly from these early days and now has opportunities for both men and women to participate competitively and recreationally in teams in their own communities. This year's Festival has 8 teams registered, with each boat team consisting of 20 paddlers. Skills vary from first time to regular paddlers. There are community teams from The Brighton Curling Club and the Cadets just to name a few and they are all gathering together for a fun race day. The BDBC provides the boats, life jackets, paddles and experienced members of their club to coach and steer the community team boats.
CORRECTION An article on the launch of a fundraising campaign for an expanded and refurbished skate park published May 31 gave the wrong place name for one of the project's supporters. It was the Rotary Club of Brighton that donated to the project. The Independent apologizes for the error.
"This is a fun community event," said Spencer. "It's an opportunity to get out on the water and have some fun with friends while supporting a good cause." The team entry fee is $400 or $20 per paddler. Each year the BDBC donates the proceeds of the event to an area charity and this year's recipient is Trenton Memorial Hospital. Races begin at 8 a.m. with teams guaranteed
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Brighton - One of the firms dealing with Brighton's elevated ammonia levels in its treated sewage says it has done its best to solve the problem. Jeff Graham, president of GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd., was asked by Mayor Mark Walas to respond to a recent allegation by a council member that money is being wasted after Graham had presented a report on Monday night regarding another critical matter, the condition of the sewage pumping station on Harbour Street. Councillor John Martinello had charged at council's May 22 meeting the municipality has "got basically nowhere" after spending more than $632,000 on engineering and legal costs over the past three years trying to reduce the presence of ammonia in treated effluent released into Presqu'ile Bay. GSS Engineering's share of those costs was roughly $279,500. Graham said his firm was hired to review Brighton's wastewater operations, particularly the lagoon system, and it did "a pretty good job." "But our role morphed very quickly into also trying to fix the ammonia problem, which we haven't been able to do," he said, although municipal staff "are doing everything they possibly can with the tools they have at their disposal." GSS Engineering spent a lot of money the first year reviewing the operations, "working out what could be done fairly inexpensively, if anything, to fix the ammonia problem."
Along the way it did ment on the process." "quite a few things" to adIts only involvement vance the municipality's now is with "day-to-day understanding of the situathings," he said, with "a tion, Graham said, such as strong interest (in) trying the first monitored operato solve the ammonia issue tions maintenance plan for on a shoestring budget in the sewage treatment systhe background." tem. It implemented several Brighton also now has initiatives "without great auto-CAD drawings for the success" to show for its efentire sewer system which forts, Graham said. can be readily updated "I don't disagree costs when new sewers are inhave been high, I don't disstalled. agree that somebody on "Yes, there has been quite council or in the public a bit of money for GSS Engicould (ask) "What have we neering," Graham acknowlgot for our money?'" he edged, "and I wish we could conceded. "All I can say is sit here today and say we we've tried to give value. solved the amI'm not sure monia prob- "All I can say is we've always lem." succeeded. The mu- we've tried to But we've nicipality has tried to do give value. I'm also paid the our best at law firm Cas- not sure we've solving the sels Brock problem, be more than always a support $281,000 and and, of succeeded." consultants course, deal J.L. Richards the - Jeff GrahamGSS with and AssociMOE (MinEngineering ates approxiistry of the mately $71,750. Environment and Climate Most of the money GSS Change) along the way." Engineering invoiced the "I put it on this council, municipality was for the not on the contractors, for years 2015 and 2016. having wasted taxpayers' Since then it's been money ... (to) have made so "available in the backlittle progress," Martinello ground for support," assistsaid. ing with annual reports, Later in the June 4 meetGraham said. ing, the councillor's bid to "We passed the ball over have the municipality conto the solution when we sider constructing a mestarted the RFP process." chanical plant to treat sewThat led to J.L. Richards age was defeated in a tie being hired to carry out an vote. environmental assessCouncil voted instead ment, which resulted in after a lengthy discussion several options being put to take another look at the forward to address the options with which it was problem. presented in the EA study "GSS really has not been that was done. See more at involved," Graham said, so northumberlandnewhe was "reluctant to coms.com.
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At the Belleville General Hospital on Monday, May 28, 2018 at the age of 56, Mark lost his battle with cancer and left us with grace and dignity to join his heavenly family. Survived by his loving wife Bev (nee Brooks) and three daughters Jenny, Crystal and her husband Jerry, Brittany, and the twins, Bethany and Brad. Predeceased by his parents Andrew and Pearl Kerr, his siblings Floyd and wife Shirley, Helen, Allan, Marvin, Lois, and his grandson Isaiah. Dear brother of Eleanor, Percy, Marjorie, Wendie, Evelyn and her husband Ken Hennessy, Lyle and his wife Valerie Millen, Phillip and his wife Bernice, Paul and his partner Jennifer, David and his wife Lyn, and Don and his wife Joan. Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Deliliha, Nolan, Aiden, Haisha, Cole, Haley, Taylor, and his many nieces and nephews. Mark’s ability to relate the Bible in understandable terms astounded all of us. His kindness and consideration for others was as big as his heart. He will be dearly missed by Bev’s family as well as his large extended family and many friends. The family celebrated Mark’s life at Evangel Pentecostal Chruch, 30 Butler Street East, Brighton with visitation on Thursday, May 30, 2018 from 1 o’clock. Service followed in the Church at 2 o’clock. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery, Brighton. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements in care of the Brighton Funeral Home (613-475-2121). www.rusÚellfamilyservices.com IN MEMORIAM
Gerry & Marlene Casey
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FROST, Stephen Joseph 1952 - 2018 A Celebration of Steve’s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 100, 25 Park Street, Brighton on Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 1 to 4 p.m.
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AUCTION SALE PHIL AND JEWEL - LEE OGDEN 1274 COUNTY ROAD 25 R.R.# 2 CASTLETON, ON SATURDAY JUNE 16TH AT 10:30 AM
BUYING COMIC BOOKS. Old comic books in the house? Turn them into cash today. My hobby, your gain. kentscomics@yahoo.ca 613-539-9617.
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Always in our hearts Forever loved and missed by Dad (Harvey), Mom (Marion) & Family
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In loving memory of
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November 4, 1958 ~ June 6, 2017
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