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Many of the 50-plus people complained about the current service they receive, saying it's so slow or unreliable that telecommuting, watching streaming media and taking online courses are well nigh impossible.

Piccini said his government recognizes broadband connectivity that's inadequate "is a real economic inhibitor for rural Ontario's growth," and it is committed to supporting Phase 2 of the cellular network improvement project that the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) has proposed to address the problem.

The non-profit organization formed by the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC) oversaw the region's $170 million public-private expansion of broadband access a few years ago.

The EOWC has made closing the cellular network gaps and boosting mobile broadband services its No. 1 priority for 2019, Northumberland County warden John Logel said.

"The total project ask is $213 million," Piccini said, with the costs to be shouldered by all three levels of government and the private sector.

"We've heard all this nonsense before from EORN," said Gary Mulcahey, one of several area residents who complained about millions being spent to improve connectivity without their receiving any benefit.

"It's basically a joke when it comes to internet service," he said.

"We are frustrated," said Catherine Stutt, speaking for Hilton residents.

"I get the circle of death when I try to watch a movie," she said, and "there are kids doing homework that takes two and a half hours instead of an hour.

"We need the internet that everybody else has," Stutt said.

Frank Vaughan, a content creator, said he's seen "zero improvement in the actual working of the infrastructure," despite all the

THE ISSUE: THE PUSH IS ON TO CLOSE THE GAP IN BROADBAND SERVICE THAT EXISTS BETWEEN RURAL AND URBAN CUSTOMERS LOCAL IMPACT: ONCE ENHANCED INTERNET SERVICE IS ACHIEVED, RURAL RESIDENTS WILL HAVE FASTER, MORE RELIABLE CONNECTIVITY, ELIMINATING FRUSTRATIONS FOR THOSE WHO USE INTERNET TO WORK, WATCH MOVIES, ETC. money that's been spent.

"To me, the biggest problem is the lack of competition," he said.

His answer is to "let the Americans in" and compete for business with Canadian internet service providers.

Trent Hills resident Gwen Sherry said "good internet is available" in urban areas "at a reasonably competitive price" but where she lives it's "substandard."

A neighbour "lost his job because he needed to telecommute and he couldn't do it," she said.

Kerry Halliwell said her family was forced to move into town because internet service in rural Brighton became "a point of contention" in her family "trying to get things done" online.

The manager of global operations for International Missions in Toronto, she prefers to work at home, but isn't able to on days there are meetings because the connection doesn't hold.

"The expense of having to drive in on the days I have meetings is huge to us as a family," Halliwell said.

Another Trent Hills resident said poor service touches "every aspect of our economy and development," from health care to agriculture.

Brighton Coun. Mary Tadman said "this is as much an infrastructure issue as roads or any other service," and has been since 2003.

"We're no further ahead," she said.

Mayor Brian Ostrander said his two daughters can't take courses in the summer time when they're home from university "because they're dealing with the same stranglehold."

And the municipality "can't get businesses to come to the community because they can't

John Campbell/Metroland Brighton Coun. Mark Bateman, MPP David Piccini, Mayor Brian Ostrander and Warden John Logel welcomed residents to a roundtable Bateman initiated to hear concerns they have about internet service in rural areas. access customers, so it's frustrating."

Coun. Doug LeBlanc suggested council create a committee that deals with internet issues, which it promptly did two days later, with Leblanc and Bateman being chosen the municipal representatives. Citizens will be invited to serve on the committee as soon as its terms of reference are set.

It will give residents and business people "a unified voice" in their fight to obtain better internet service, LeBlanc said.

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MP Kim Rudd took out an ad last week saying the federal government will provide $750 million over five years to support project "that build or upgrade infrastructure to provide fixed and mobile wireless broadband internet service to underserved Canadians."

The targets are speeds of 50 Mbps per second for downloads and 10 Mbps for uploads for fixed broadband services, as well as an unlimited data option.

A call for applications will be made this year to "begin the competitive process to evaluate and

select projects," she stated. "It is estimated that 90 per cent of Canadians will have access to this level of service by 2021."

STORY BEHIND THE STORY Rural residents in the area have been complaining for years about poor internet service; this had become increasingly frustrating as people’s jobs and daily lives rely more and more on the internet. Here, the Independent tells of a roundtable event with citizens and government officials as they map out a plan to deal with this problem.

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CN WORKER INJURED, VIA RAIL TRAIN DELAYED SEVERAL HOURS IN INCIDENT EAST OF BRIGHTON JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Brighton - A CN worker standing near the track was injured Saturday morning when a Via Rail train went roaring past.

Brighton Fire Chief Rick Caddick said firefighters joined paramedics in responding to a report received around 10:30 a.m. that the employee "had been struck by something off the train (near Boes Road) ... They didn't know at that point what it was."

The employee was taken to hospital by ambulance with non-life threatening injuries and the fire crew returned to the station but just after 11 a.m they were called out again, this time to deal with a fuel leak from the train, which by then had travelled farther east and had made it as far as Lawson Settlement Road.

The fuel tank on the engine positioned half-way back on the train "had been punctured several times," Caddick said. "We could see evidence that it had been leaking fuel since the initial spot."

Plenty had spilled out - 1,600 gallons, he said.

Firefighters used absorbents and pads to clean up the mess but much of it "had already migrated into the stone ... under the track," Caddick said Monday afternoon.

"It's now being monitored by the Ministry of Environment," which also attended the scene on Saturday.

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Campbellford - Northumberland OPP responded to a report of a person, possibly injured, lying on the ground near its Campbellford detachment just before 9 a.m. Monday morning.

"Officers quickly arrived on the scene and confirmed (the male) was deceased," media relations officer Const. Kimberly Johnston said in a news release issued Monday afternoon.

Members of the Northumberland OPP crime unit, in conjunction with the Ontario Coroner's Office, are investigating the circumstances surrounding this death, but it's "deemed non suspicious in nature," she said, and "there is no risk to public safety."

The detachment was closed for the day to enable officers to conduct their investigation. Industrial Drive, where the detachment is located, was closed to traffic for several hours before being reopened.

Passengers at the rear of the train were moved to the front cars but they had to wait until the cars were checked

by Via Rail mechanics before the okay was given to proceed.

"That took some time," Caddick said. "It was after four before they actually pulled away."

The passengers had to remain on board while all this was happening.

"For liability issues they would not allow them off the train," Caddick said.

He said it was his understanding the mishap is under investigation by CN, Via and Transport Canada.

"We're really not at liberty to discuss what the problem was."

Multiple attempts were made to obtain information and comment from Via Rail on Monday but the rail service failed to respond by press time to questions a spokesperson had asked be submitted by email.

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IT'S HARD TO BEAT SHINNY ON A SUNNY WINTER DAY IN CASTLETON JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com CASTLETON - It was PA Day last Friday and in Castleton that meant pond action, as in a fun hockey tournament played outdoors on a pair of rinks maintained by two volunteers.

Jeff Turney and Stacy King have been hard at it since the start of January creating ice at the Castleton Sports Field, and the result of their efforts was on full display Feb. 1 with the first ever Frozen Toes Pond Hockey Tournament.

"We both decided to do something for the kids on the PA Day because, other than that, they'd be sitting at home," Turney said. "It's nice to see the rinks being used because so we've got so much in them."

There are three pads in total they maintain, two side by side down where the ball diamond is, and the other on the soccer field.

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hand, using a hose connected to a pump house.

"Right now we've got about a hundred hours of labour in them," Turney said.

The upcoming Castleton Cup drew 28 teams of all ages last year and Turney hopes to have at least as many sign up this time when it's held Feb. 18.

"It's a fun tournament, we don't keep score," he said.

If they did, there would be few goals to count, despite there being no goalies.

Regulation pond hockey nets are used and they're made of wood, just six inches high, with a narrow slot on each side for the puck.

Four players aside are on the ice at one time, and the games last 25 minutes.

The lighting on the main pad has been upgraded "now it's just like daylight" thanks to the donation of LED street lamps.

The new lighting will cut down on the electric bill, which is usually around

John Campbell/Metroland (Above) There are no goalies in pond hockey but the nets make scoring quite a challenge. (Right) You can't have a Frozen Toes Pond Hockey Tournament without a fire pit to unfreeze them, for which Natasha Loader, Hunter Ashbridge and others are grateful. $1,500 to $1,700 for the winter, Turney said.

The tournaments are a fundraiser for the Castleton Sports Club to help maintain the rinks and operate its programs.

"There's been a lot of kids coming here," Turney said. "It's nice to see everybody come out and enjoy it."

"We've left the fire pit here and the kids have been

really responsible. The odd night after a flood you'll see them come down over the hill with literally a hockey stick and bag in one hand, and one stick of wood in the other."

There have been some "really cold days but it seems not to really slow them down that much," he said.

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It's said those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.

It's not a maxim you'll find organizers of the upcoming Brighton History Open House using.

Members of Brighton Digital Archives are more apt to say: "We find people who do remember the past and get them to repeat it. In their own words. For us and posterity."

The subjects of their "Brighton I Remember" videos are ordinary people with long ties to the community offering personal accounts of events and experiences they remember. Their recollections add to our understanding and appreciation of what life was like in this part of the county years ago.

The volunteer group performs an invaluable service, preserving oral histories for future generations.

The videos have the additional benefit of evoking viewers' fonder memories.

Three have been made thus far, with each interviewee recalling certain aspects of life as it was lived in the last century, such as living on a farm.

Five more people are lined up to tell their tales.

"We thought this might be an interesting experiment and it turned out so

well it's now a major project," D.W. Fletcher says.

"We've all agreed this is going to take up the majority of our time for the next few years because there's so much subject material there, and they're just so well received ... (documenting as they do) the social and economic history of the community."

The volunteers spent six months researching "what archiving is all about before we hung our shingle out" in 2015, Fletcher says.

They didn't want future generations to dismiss them as amateurs whose work didn't stand the test of time.

"That's our big fear, that it won't be usable a hundred years from now, so we go out of our way ... to make sure that doesn't happen."

It's the same attention to detail that other local historians such as Dan Buchanan and Susan Brose have shown in books they have written.

Both will have exhibits at the Feb. 23 open house, along with Brighton Digital Archives, the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Museum and others.

All are to be commended for the passion they show in delineating the past in ways that fascinate and enlighten.

In their hands what used to be is now made present, for which we should be grateful.

John Campbell is a reporter with the Brighton Independent.

John Campbell/Metroland An exhibition match featuring alumni of the Campbellford Rebels held on Tim Hortons Day raised more than $10,000 for the Junior C hockey team. Taking part in the ceremonial face-off are Kevin Cork, Mayor Bob Crate, Jim Robertson representing Tim Hortons, and Trevor Torrance. Team Torrance won 6-5.

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BRIGHTON OPENS UP MUNICIPAL ROADS TO ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES - FOR 8 MONTHS JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Brighton - Local ATV enthusiasts got their wish Monday when council voted to open up municipal roads to all-terrain vehicles for an eight-month trial period beginning April 1.

The vote was 4-2 with Mayor Brian Ostrander and councillors Doug LeBlanc, Emily Rowley and Mark Bateman voting in favour and Deputy Mayor Laura Vink and Coun. Ron Anderson being opposed. Coun. Mary Tadman was absent.

There are still restrictions on where off-road vehicles will be able to travel within Brighton.

Council excluded the roads used by residents who live within Presqu'ile Provincial Park and North-

umberland County made clear its roads are off-limits.

The restriction means offroad vehicles won't be able to travel from the south part of Brighton to the north because only two roads - 30 and 26 - cross Highway 401 and they belong to the county.

Council members discussed expanding the exclusionary areas to parts of the downtown, several subdivisions and Smithfield (which Anderson argued for) but decided after much debate that the bylaw would apply to the whole of the municipality.

Anderson cited as one of the reasons he was opposed to the bylaw the increased risk of liability it would place on the municipality, and the impact it would have on the cost of insurance. He also

expressed concern about the vehicles' safety.

LeBlanc spoke about adding to residents' quality of life by allowing ATVs on municipal roads. He said their operators "are going to be very responsible."

He also noted neighbouring municipalities such as Trent Hills allow ATVs on their roads and they've had no problems.

He and Bateman said data collected during the trial period will help council to decide what to do for the long term.

If ATV operators "abuse" the privilege they've been given temporarily with the bylaw "and the data proves that it's not working, then we have our answer," Bateman said.

LeBlanc suggested there was "fear-mongering" going on,

"We're not irresponsible drivers.

With responsibility comes reward."

– Coun. Emily Rowley

which drew a rebuke from Vink, who said members were "just having a discussion about what's best for Brighton in the long run (and) it's a difficult decision to make."

"We're not irresponsible drivers," said Coun. Emily Rowley, an ATV operator. "With responsibility comes reward."

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len Magee quoted from a legal opinion he had obtained that stated passing the bylaw "does not expose the municipality to any different or greater degree of liability."

"It's just a matter of making sure our roads are maintained properly," he said.

The bylaw limits ATVs to travelling on the shoulders of municipal roads between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. It also requires the bylaw officer to monitor complaints received by the OPP and the municipality, and to submit a monthly report to the chief administrative officer.

Ostrander said council could decide halfway through the trial period to end it "if things get out of hand."

He also pointed out that county roads off-limits to ATVs include Prince Edward Street.

The mayor said after the meeting council will want to hear from "both sides" on the issue while the bylaw is in effect, from residents "if they're noticing that things aren't working out well for their area," and from "users who are finding that it is working."

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HOSPITAL RECEIVES $1.7 MILLION TO UPGRADE INFRASTRUCTURE JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com Campbellford - The provincial government is giving Campbellford Memorial Hospital $1,744,616 to install an air-handling system and make other infrastructure improvements.

"This is indeed great news," CEO and president Varouj Eskedjian said at the funding announcement

by Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP David Piccini at the hospital on Thursday, Jan. 24.

Piccini told a packed board room that, "with an increasingly aging population, long-term sustainability of our health-care system has never been more important than it is today."

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"it's even more important," Piccini said the Progressive Conservative government "is committed to developing a comprehensive and transformational health-care strategy for Ontario that protects assets like (Campbellford Memorial Hospital) while looking ahead to ensure that we are well-equipped for the challenges of tomorrow."

The province is investing $175 million this year to enable 128 hospitals to upgrade, repair and maintain their facilities so they can continue to provide "reliable, quality care" that patients and their families "expect and deserve," he said.

Hospital board chair Valerie Przybilla said "it's the largest investment that Campbellford Memorial

John Campbell/Metroland Hospital CEO Varouj Eskedjian, left, says the $1.7 million in provincial funding announced Jan. 24 by MPP David Piccini is "great news."

Hospital (CMH) has had in the last 10 years," going back to when it purchased a CT scanner.

"We're so delighted to see the province investing in the long-term future of Campbellford, that's very satisfying," said Louis O'Brien, chair of the Central East Local Health Integration Network. "With today's announcement Campbellford Memorial has further strengthened its role as an acute care provider and ensures that residents have access to services in an environment that enables the staff to deliver the best care possi-

ble."

Trent Hills Mayor Bob Crate said CMH is "a vital part" of the community and surrounding municipalities, handling more than 20,000 visits to the emergency room each year.

"We are lucky to have this care so close to home," he said.

Northumberland County Warden John Logel said the funding will have a "meaningful impact" on the hospital's operations.

The huge investment is

being made at a time the hospital is seeking approval to build a new facility that will cost anywhere from $125 million to $145 million.

However, it will probably not be built for seven to 10 years after approval is given, and "we still have to take care of patients" in an environment that's safe for them and for staff, Eskedjian said.

Infection and temperature control for staff and patients is "critical," he said in an interview.

"We should have had that ... back in the '60s when (the patient unit) was built.

It's never too late, frankly."

The unit doesn't have "air exchanges other than the windows," Eskedjian said, and with hospitals being "full of germs and bugs ... it's not the safest environment" for patients, in winter or in summer.

Eskedjian said the hospital has traditionally received funding for infrastructure renewal in the range of $170,000 a year but

"this is what is called an exceptional circumstance project" that required "special approval."

The hospital must spend the money by the end of March. That won't be a problem, however, as the hospital had been told the money was coming and it went ahead with all the "prework," including engineering and tendering, Eskedjian said.

By the time summer arrives the hospital will have air conditioning in all the patient rooms as well as proper thermostat controls.

It is still waiting on its request for a capital planning grant that will allow it to move forward with its redevelopment proposal.

The site of the new hospital is still to be determined. That will be finalized after a planning grant is received.

"We would love it if somebody donated 25, 50 acres, because the ministry does not pay for land," Eskedjian said.

THE MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Municipality of Brighton is currently accepting applications for summer student positions. To be considered for a student position you must be a minimum of age 16 years and provide proof of registration in a full-time program of education in this academic year and returning to school on a full-time basis in the fall. Positions will be offered pending budget approval. Full job descriptions are available on the municipal website.

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Personal information and any supporting material are obtained and used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Alternative formats of job postings and accommodation during recruitment are available upon request by contacting Human Resources at 613-475-0670.

BRIGHTON'S OWN: THE SECRET OF LIFE GARY MCPHERSON IS ALWAYS LOOKING FORWARD, VIC SCHUKOV WRITES VIC SCHUKOV Column

Gary McPherson was born and raised in Trenton.

After high school, he entered the workforce for the next 34 years starting in the Trenton cotton mill, then the Quaker Oats plant.

From his hometown, he moved to Wooler before retiring to Brighton in 1992: "After I retired, I continued my hobby as a taxidermist. I got interested in it at 16 as I was a born hunter."

At a young age, McPherson took a correspondence course from Omaha, Neb.

"In carving, I like the pride of making something come to life."

– Gary McPherson

Vic Schukov photo Gary Macpherson shown here at home, holding his first carving. you will die. I always kept that in mind. Always get up in the morning for tomorrow. You can't relive yesterday. You gotta' live forward, and that's where a lot of people get mixed up. They try and live yesterday. Yesterday is gone. You got to learn what you can from it and try and do better the next day.

"My mom, who died at 49, told me one of the best things I ever heard: 'Don't you ever dare come and stand over my grave and weep and whine and keep throwing flowers on it. If you do, I'll haunt you until the day you die. Get out

there and live life.' That's one of the smartest things anyone has ever said to me, and it makes so much sense. You got to always keep your mind working and want to live for tomorrow."

Brighton resident Vic Schukov is a longtime journalist and writer of biography books for everyday people; victorschukov@gmail.com.

Editor's Note: The spelling of Mr. McPherson's last name was corrected on Feb. 3, 2019. Northumberlandnews.com regrets the error.

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"In the 1990s, I was in Brighton at one of their waterfowl weekend shows and met Jack Wilson, one of the world's best bird taxidermists. He had the Canadian, American and world championships all in the same year, the only person who ever did that. We became friends and he gave me some good hints.

"Another time, a fellow came to me and said, 'I gotta' find my son Steve something to do ... he's interested in taxidermy. So, I gave him lessons and five years later, one of his works was on display at a gun shop and the sales person said, 'Gary, you taught him. No one else has done your style.' I thought, my God, this guy is better than I was!"

Steve Dingman has won all kinds of awards and is now one of the top in his

field.

McPherson eventually won the (Canadian national) Jack Wilson Award.

With a box full of ribbons, and nothing else to prove, he switched art forms.

"While living in Wooler, I was in a taxidermist competition, and my booth was right next to the wood carvers with Canada's best, Pat Godin. I was intrigued. I started carving birds around 30. I found some books through John Preston, who carved all kinds of things. Then, I met Jack Kidd, well known in the Trenton area. He did duck decoys. There is a lot to that because what brings the bird in? The way it goes through the water. If it is not weighted right the bird will bounce around. I got most of my knowledge from Jack, and I wanted to go more decorative."

McPherson's attention to realism obviously comes from an artist's eye, honed by his "anatomy" experience with taxidermy.

"As a taxidermist, I have a little more reference for details. In carving, I like the pride of making something come to life. My pieces have stop movement, so they look like they are captured in a moment of time. I did a ton for Ducks Unlimited, donated for fundraising auctions. A good carving can go for a thousand dollars or more."

As with taxidermy, McPherson got the ribbons he wanted: "It was time to back away and let someone else come up the ranks. Now, my love is taking nature photographs here in Presqu'ile Park. My favourite is owls."

McPherson's philosophy is priceless: "I have never taken life for granted. Life is not to be taken lightly. I live it to be happy. I live it because I want to see tomorrow.

When I was 16, I became friends with a guy who was 100 years old. He looked around 60. One day, I asked him what the secret of life was. He said you may not be able to dodge the diseases you have no control over, but when your mind dies,

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EVENTS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7

Coffee Break WHEN: 9:15 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 204 Main Street, Brighton CONTACT: Jane, 613- 403-0785 A time for women to get together for Bible study and fellowship at Fellowship Christian Reformed Church in Brighton. Free child care provided.

Mom to Mom WHEN: 9:15 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 204 Main Street, Brighton CONTACT: Toni, 613- 439-9119 A study for moms wanting a biblical focus on raising the next generation, every Thursday morning at Fellowship Christian Reformed Church in Brighton.Free child care provided.

Preschool Storytime and Songs WHEN: 10:30 a.m - 11:30 a.m WHERE: Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice Street, Brighton CONTACT: brightonpl2@gmail.com Storytime and songs for preschoolers, held every Thursday at the Brighton Public Library.

Visit northumberlandnews.com/events for a selection of featured online events. Things to do on Family Day goes live on Feb. 1.

every Saturday morning at the Brighton Public Library. No registration required.

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Visit northumberlandnews.com/events and hit the POST YOUR EVENT button to submit these or any other community events!

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Youth Group in Colborne WHEN: 6:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Prospect Community Church, 75 King Street East, Cramahe CONTACT: Tim Ottman, 289-251-5517 for ages 12 - 18, every thursday evening at prospect community church, youth are provided with a variety of activities that help build character and have fun while doing it.

Lyme disease info night WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Community Hall - Ivanhoe, 11379 Highway 62, Ivanhoe, Trent Hills CONTACT: Ray, 613848-7697, info@hastingsstewardship.ca COST: $5 per person; children free February 7Lyme disease infonight with Dr. Brenda Tapp, naturopathic doctor and specialist in Lyme disease and ticks. Has-

tings Stewardship Council hosts event #2 in the Winter Speaker Series.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9

Brighton library book sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice Street, Brighton CONTACT: 613-475-2511 The expanded Brighton Public Library hosts a book sale Feb. 9 and 10. Proceeds will be used to buy new equipment. Drop off donations anytime before Feb. 9.

Children's Programming WHEN: 10:30 a.m - 11:30 a.m WHERE: Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice Street, Brighton CONTACT: brightonpl2@gmail.com Enjoy children's programming

Brighton Computer Club WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 11:30 a.m WHERE: King Edward Park Community Centre, 75 Elizabeth Street, Brighton CONTACT: Ken Chambers COST: First 2 meetings free. After, annual fee $20 Presentation, "Windows 7 Support is Ending. What do you do?"

Bring a cup for free refreshments.

First 2 meetings free. If you like us, annual fee (total of 14 meetings) is $20.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13

Parent and Tot Skating Time WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 10:55 a.m WHERE: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street, Brighton CONTACT: 613-475-0670 Parent and Tot Skating Time each Wednesday throughout the winter months at the King Edward Park Arena.

Brighton Clothing Depot WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 5:30 p.m WHERE: Brighton Clothing Depot, 5 Craig Blvd., Brighton CONTACT: 613-475-6080

The Brighton Clothing Depot will be open at 5 Craig Blvd. in the Brighton Industrial Park, 105:30 Wednesday, 10-5:30 on Friday, and 10-3 on Saturday.

Accepting gently used clothing, footwear, household items (no televisions) please.

Parkinson's Support Group WHEN: 12:30 p.m 2:30 p.m WHERE: Brighton Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 204 Main St., Brighton, Ontario, Brighton CONTACT: Lynne Armstrong, 613-475-9267, llarmstrong@execulink.com This group is for anyone who has received a diagnosis or is a loved one of someone who has been diagnosed with Parkinson's. It is non-denominational.

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: Jan Sparling, jansparling@gmail.com A place for those who are grieving a loss to spend time with others and with trained volunteers.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16

Mr. Karaoke Evening - Brighton

Legion WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Legion, 25 Park St,, Brighton CONTACT: 613-4751044 Come out to join the talented local singers, with host Terry Randall, who has thousands of songs to choose from and dance to have a fun evening.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20

PROBUS Club of Presqu"ile WHEN: 9:30 a.m 12:00 p.m WHERE: King Edward Park Community Centre, 75 Elizabeth Street, Brighton CONTACT: 613-242-5387 PROBUS Club of Presqu'ile welcomes all retired or semi-retired people (singles or couples) to our monthly programs. Guest speakers, presentations, refreshments.

Held third Wednesday every month.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22

Winterlude Pub Night WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m WHERE: Brighton Legion, 25 Park St,, Brighton CONTACT: 613-4751044 COST: $20 per person Enjoy a roast chicken breast dinner. Entertainment provided by Shawn Nelson. Dinner at 6pm, dance at 7.

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SARAH HYATT shyatt@ nor thumberlandnews.com NORTHUMBERLAND A 29-year veteran and longtime local resident has been named the local OPP's top cop.

Effective Feb. 11, Inspector Brian O'Halloran will assume his role as the new detachment commander of the Northumberland OPP. "I consider myself fortunate to have been given this opportunity to join such a great detachment and community," said O'Halloran. "I am excited about building new relationships and engaging with community leaders, stakeholders, policing partners and the men and women of the Northumberland detachment."

The appointment of the new detachment commander was announced publicly on Jan. 22 by Chief Superintendent Rose DiMarco, the regional commander of the OPP Central Region.

O'Halloran will replace Insp. Lisa Darling at the helm, as she's moved onto Peterborough County OPP as the new detachment commander. Darling's appointment was announced last year.

Darling served Northumberland in the commander's role for threeand-a-half years. She was promoted to the top position with Northumberland OPP back in 2015 and started with the OPP back in 1995, when she first served the Chatham and Lambton detachments.

"We are collectively

A BRIGHTON CHRISTMAS HAMPER VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE THANK YOU FOR 2018

Photo courtesy of Bobb Barratt/OPP Photographer Effective Feb. 11, Inspector Brian O'Halloran will assume his role as the new detachment commander of the Northumberland OPP. grateful for Insp. Darling's commitment and leadership over the past threeand-a-half years and wish her well in her new role," said the OPP in the Jan. 22 statement. "We are pleased to welcome Insp. O'Halloran and have every confidence that his vast experience will serve us well. We look forward to working closely together for the betterment of all of our communities."

O'Halloran started his policing career in 1990 with the Metro Toronto Police Service.

He transferred to the OPP in February 1997. His portfolio includes work in general patrol, the major crimes unit, the detective's office, warrants and also the technical installation unit, before becoming the deputy director of the investigation and enforcement bureau of the Alcohol and Gaming Commis-

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O'Halloran has lived in and has been part of the Northumberland County community for more than 30 years. He's coached hockey and soccer and is currently helping out the 718 Yukon Squadron Port Hope Air Cadets.

As for which Northumberland detachment the new commander will be primarily based out of, that still needs to be worked out as of Jan. 22.

"This position offers new and exciting challenges to me, all of which I am looking forward to as we continue to build a collaborative and focused approach to community wellness and public safety," said O'Halloran. "I'm quite anxious to get started with these new challenges and look forward to a very long and engaging relationship with the community of Northumberland."

The “Brighton CHRISTMAS HAMPER VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE” would like to thank the Town of Brighton, The Town of Smithfield, and all those from other areas, for all their support, donations and hard work.

We would also like to say a very special “THANK YOU” to the Businesses, Service Clubs, Organizations, Churches, Individuals and volunteers etc., who donated food, gift coupons, mittens, socks, games, toys, money, their efforts and volunteered time are really appreciated. There were about 90 or more volunteers who worked hard putting the Hampers together for the pick up day. All the volunteers help made it easy to put the hampers together. They did an incredible job this year.

It was really great having people donate items to our teenagers. Teenagers are an important part of their families, and they too need to feel special at Christmas. We did 42 teenagers in the Town of Brighton and Town of Smithfield this year, and you made them feel very special. You made Christmas very special for 121 children.

There were 130 families who received Christmas Hampers.

The donations and help we receive for this wonderful adventure were incredible. I am always in awe of how wonderful, generous and giving people are to others in need. We always have Angels who do that little something special every year to show that miracle really do exist. Had we not received so much help it would not have been possible for us to assist all those who need help at this very special time of year.

It was wonderful of one of our Police Officers to take time out of his busy schedule to come and help the people carry the food and gifts they were given in their Christmas Hampers to their cars on the pick up day. There were a lot of other volunteers who also worked hard, helping the people carry their Christmas Hampers to their cars. I know the people receiving. assistance really appreciated all the efforts of these peoples help on the pick up day. He also helped with a very special delivery to a school for families in need. The volunteers had to work extra hard on pick up day as we were short of much needed volunteers this year.

The “BRIGHTON, CHRISTMAS HAMPERS” have been done for more than fifty years.

Your assistance with the “BRIGHTON CHRISTMAS HAMPERS” and “CHRISTMAS HAMPERS” being done by “SMITH FIELD” over the past years, and present is greatly appreciated. We do hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New year. Thank you all again for making Christmas special for so many families.

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BONIN, Gladys June Ruhe (nee Poulsen) Peacefully at Moira Place Long Term Care, Tweed on Friday, February 1, 2019 with family by her side. Born in Niagara Falls, Ontario June 24, 1937; to Neils and Sine Poulsen from Denmark.

Loved mother of Marlene, Jason (Teri), Tyler and Ugette (Michael).

Ever remembered grandmother of Tanor, Sawyer, Riley, Avril and Jack. Sister of the late Annelise, late Conrad (surviving Alice), Brook, Herbert, late Paul and the late David. Aunt and Greataunt to many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Smithfield United Church, 872 Smith Street, Smithfield on Saturday, February 9th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.

Arrangements entrusted to the BRIGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 130 Main Street West, Brighton (613-475-2111).

Gladys wishes that you give a donation-in-kind by making time to volunteer in your community, with mental health and special needs services. If you wish to make a monetary donation, please do so to Mental Health and Community Living organizations in Brighton and Campbellford.

On-line condolences at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com

MUTTON, Shirley June Peacefully at Campbellford Memorial Hospital on Sunday January 27th, 2019 in her 84th year.

Beloved wife of the late Norman Mutton.

Loving mother of Philip Mutton (Barbara) and Barry Mutton (Carole).

Dear grandmother of Laurie (Craig), Sheila, Heather (Chris), Sarah, Jessica, Tyler (Katelyn). Shirley is pre-deceased by her sister Winnie MacDonald.

Friends are invited to call at the MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 11 King St., W., Colborne on Sunday February 3rd from 1-4 pm and Monday February 4th from 11 am 12 noon at Eden United Church, followed by a funeral service at 12 noon. Interment in the spring in Shiloh Cemetery.

If desired donations may be made to Shiloh Cemetery. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com

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