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Man’s best friend can make the difference

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Brighton – She was more than just one man’s best friend. That’s how Glen Numbers described his eight-year-old doberman, Abba. Abba was a therapy dog and she recently died, but her lageacy lives on. Numbers and Abba regularly visited both the Applefest Lodge Retirement Residence in town and Extendicare in Cobourg. “It was the most rewarding and gratifying experience I’ve ever gone through as a volunteer,” said Numbers. Numbers is the team leader for the Brighton area with the non-profit organization, Therapeutic Paws of Canada. Through the organization and volunteer-based pet therapy dog and cat visitation program, volunteers and their pets visit with members of their communities in schools, hospitals and senior’s residences. Numbers began taking Abba for visits in April 2016. A retired veteran of the Canadian military, for many years, Numbers owned, bred, showed and trained dogs. Once posted to the Middle East however, Numbers and his wife Diane decided it was time to move on. It was only recently, Numbers got back into dogs through his daughter who’s a doberman breeder. That’s when Numbers and Abba found each other, in June 2015. Most people might not think of a doberman as a therapy dog, but Abba was well loved by many, said Numbers. Numbers recalled how quickly

Dolly, an English springer spaniel, gives Glen Numbers a little love while they pal around on the couch, on Saturday, Jan. 15. Numbers is looking to build a team for the Brighton area, for Therapeutic Paws of Canada. Sarah Hyatt/Metroland.

he realized Abba was exceptionally friendly, through walks downtown. He noticed how she brought cheer to people. And having worked with a number of volunteer groups, Numbers got the idea; Abba could be a great therapy dog. Soon Abba and Numbers had gone through the process of certification. Abba had a heart condition, but Numbers thought whatever joy she could bring to those she visited it would be worthwhile. “People could never really get enough of Abba,” said Numbers. “The reactions are so positive from

people with the animals coming in. I think the animals’ instincts are far superior to any of ours.” The way Abba would interact with residents of the retirement homes, Numbers was amazed. And the way Abba’s visits impacted residents meant so much, said Numbers. Numbers would hear stories from families of the impacts and he watched as residents’ eyes would “glow” seeing Abba. For Numbers, Abba and the residents, these visits brought everyone so much joy, he said. “Really, these visits can make

someone’s day,” said Numbers. “Abba loved it too.” On Halloween last year, Abba was playing fetch and passed away. But despite Abba’s passing, Numbers wants to carry on remembering Abba through continuing his work with Therapeutic Paws of Canada. At first when Abba and Numbers started their visits, they were solely in Cobourg. It took some work to expand. Now, Numbers has taken on the role as team leader in Brighton. His hope is with a new dog, Dolly, an English springer spaniel, and with help from a few others they can help more people in the area. “I’ve gone to and spoken with a lot of other places that would love to have the dogs come in and visit,” said Numbers. Numbers is putting a call out to anyone who is willing to donate their time and who thinks their dog would be suitable. He’s looking for three volunteers, so the group can get the evaluations for the dogs, including Dolly, underway. Anyone with a good-natured and friendly pooch which is more than a year old is encouraged to contact Numbers. He can be reached at 613-475-9299 or via e-mail at tpoc.brighton@gmail. com. Visits at facilities are about an hour long. “So it’s not a huge time commitment, it’s one-to-two hours a week,” said Numbers. “For most people I talk to, it’s worth getting involved – it’s worth it to brighten someone’s day.” For more information on Therapeutic Paws of Canada visit tpoc.ca.

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Brighton – The new year will bring new projects and priorities but also challenges. Mayor Mark Walas and CAO Bill Watson say council and staff will be busy. From strategic planning, to getting the sewage treatment facility “sorted out,” issues with stormwater and physician recruitment priorities – 2017 promises to be full year. “We made a lot of headway in 2016,” said Watson. “We’ve been chipping away at some of those smaller things, making room to tackle some of those bigger things.” And the agenda for 2017 is already reasonably packed. Earlier this month, Walas weighed in and reflected on successes in 2016. Now the Brighton mayor is looking at issues and some challenges ahead for council and the municipality. “Getting that first new business in the industrial park is important to council,” said Walas. But getting the right business in, may present some challenges. Alike other municipalities, drawing in new businesses can prove difficult at times and for different rea-

sons, explains Walas. For Brighton, the municipality remains limited in some ways in terms of both water and sewer capacity and meeting businesses’ needs this way, said Walas. Walas referenced a recent inquiry that came through the Quinte Economic Development Commission (QEDC) from a yogurt company in Germany, which was looking throughout Ontario for opportunities. That company’s needs in terms of water and sewer far exceeded what Brighton could offer. But Brighton isn’t alone in this struggle – this company was searching province-wide, noted Walas. So, based on the capacity of the water and sewer Brighton can provide, it in some ways does limit the type and nature of some businesses that can come to town, said Walas. “It’s not a negative thing, it’s just the reality,” he added. In 2017, the municipality will also be looking to review service levels. And this can be a challenge at times, when weighing and looking at community expectations of service levels in comparison to what people want to pay for those ser-

vices, said Walas. This year the municipality will also be looking its asset management 10-year plan, to get the “appropriate projects in the cue.” Brighton’s wastewater treatment system class environmental assessment (EA) will also continue to move forward. The EA will determine the most suitable process for wastewater treatment in Brighton over the next few decades. The study will assess both current and future requirements of the wastewater system, including the lagoon, main sewage pumping station and forcemain, and will make recommendations for the system. Getting the sewage treatment facility “sorted out” will remain a high priority in 2017, said Watson. In nearby communities, a lot of projects and major expansion plans are underway concerning wastewater plants, noted Walas. This is an important issue for Brighton too, as is the ammonia issue, said Walas. However, Walas stressed how the ammonia at the lagoon is only one of the many parameters tested. “And it’s the only one that gives Brighton any trouble,” he said. “It’s

not that the whole plant isn’t working or isn’t good or nothing is working.” The mayor reiterated how the power system was just upgraded and a new containment tank will soon be built for chemicals. Currently, there’s one guy on staff for the plant, noted Walas. Upgrading to a full-scale treatment plant would mean significant increased operational costs, it was explained. Working with both provincial and federal governments to find additional funds to provide some support for Brighton projects moving forward, may also prove challenging in 2017, said Walas. “We want to do a lot of great things out there and part of that means hooking some of that cash,” he said. Just outside of Brighton, on Monday, Jan. 9, Walas attended a meeting in Quinte West and with Parks Canada, in respect to the replacement of the Brighton Road Swing Bridge and the construction schedule. “Both communities are anxious to see this move forward,” said Walas. Parks Canada

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Casino gaming comes to town and not all bemoan it Editorial by Chris Malette It’s long been a gag name for a city that is anything but the glitz and hubbub of Las Vegas, but Belleville is a little closer today to living up to the moniker, Belle Vegas. To fanfare that almost matched the massive traffic jams and throngs of gamblers eager to give the slots and blackjack tables a shot, Shorelines Casino Belleville opened with Mayor Taso Christopher and casino company officials smashing a fancy ice “ribbon” outside the casino last Wednesday. Since then, it’s been standing room only at the buffet tables, gaming tables and slots, with people lined up for more than a half hour to sign up for the rewards card caked Axis (no, the Gananoque card will not work at the Belleville casino and viceversa, we’re told.) In a word, the reception to the newest gaming location (the people who run casinos prefer ‘gaming’ to gambling – must be an aversion to being linked with the low-down, dirty image of the riverboat gambler, cowboy card sharp or back-alley craps shooters more commonly associated with the term) has been phenomenal. Call it what you will, everything about the gaming business and its newest edition here in Belleville, is all bathed in money. It’s money for the gamblers, who’ve reportedly been hitting some handsome jackpots in these opening days of the new casino, and it certainly is ringing up profits in the coffers of Great Canadian Gaming – the house, after all, always wins when the tallying is done at the end of the night. But, one of the reasons it’s such a hit – and there are many, including an injection of a bit of fun in the middle of a dreary, damp winter – is the fact the host municipality stands to benefit from some of the profits from the gaming. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, which oversees casinos such as the new kid on the block in Belleville, provides the community with a hosting fee. Every three months, the city will get a cheque for 5.25 per cent of the first $65 million the casino earns from electronic games, as well as four per cent of money earned through table games. It’s the same arrangement for every Ontario community that hosts a casino or slot facility. City council recently decided to put this revenue into seven different reserve funds, the largest one being a fund for road maintenance and rehab projects. Ask someone who lives on a goat path street where potholes are the norm and cheap, quick

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cold patch is the ineffectual remedy if they wouldn’t like to see their roads fixed because the money came from the profits made from gaming. Nine out of 10 will tell you they don’t care if it comes from Satan’s Choice, so long as they stop tearing out their shocks and struts just getting home each night. And this isn’t some rinky-dink outfit that’s running the show. A quick tour on opening day found security tight, the place clean and bright and staff friendly as all get-out. They’re there, after all, to make sure you, the gamer/gambler, is happy, fed and watered (even if a beer will cost you the outrageous amount of $6.50 – no comp-trays of gin in Ontario casinos, dontcha know.) Great Canadian Gaming Corporation bills itself as “a multi-jurisdictional gaming, entertainment and hospitality operator with 19 gaming facilities, which include fifteen casinos, four horse racetrack casinos, two 1,000-plus seat show theatres that feature “world class entertainment, a world class award winning resort that features two hotels, and more than 30 food and beverage outlets.” The casino in Belleville is housed in a 48,000 square foot building, full of bright lights, and within a stone’s throw of the conveniently-located Marriott TowneSuites hotel, next door. It has 450 interactive slot machines in its centre gaming area and 18 table games, such as blackjack and roulette, on the east side. At the northeast corner is a private gambling room for high rollers, replete with Baccarat tables. On the west side is a 120-seat buffet, called simply The Buffet, and a stage area with room to seat 225 people for live entertainment. There is also outdoor seating for summer months. It was fitting, cynics might say, that the casino corporation kicked off the Belleville festivities at the grand opening last week with a $5,000 donation to the Gleaners Food Bank. “That’s where half the people in here will be getting their groceries,” one wag joked, darkly. It’s a win for the region, it says here, despite the naysayers who wring their hands that crime will skyrocket, broken families will result and food bank visits will rise owing to the money spent at the slots. It’s always been thus, but from now on, people from this region who gamble won’t have to board a bus to Gan or Kawartha to enjoy some games of chance.

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BY VIC SCHUKOV

Stephen Cohrs has what one would call the best of both worlds. He runs a home-based business in the pastoral countryside of Brighton, doing what he has loved since childhood. “I always had mechanical aptitude,” said Cohrs. “My father built big boats, and we helped with everything from woodworking the hull to installing the engine. He also built his own stereo system and I fooled around with it as a child. From him, I learned how to make speaker cabinets.” When Cohrs was three years old, the family moved from Kingston to Ottawa where he lived for 18 years. He returned to his hometown to get a mechanical engineering degree at Queens University. Upon graduating, Cohrs built his first stereo amplifier: “I wanted the best things that I couldn’t afford as a student, so I pored through electronics magazines and picked up amplifier modules and wired them up.” His first job was at Stelco in Hamilton for four years, mostly hanging out with the “electrical guys.” At same time, he started assembling stereo

speakers and amplifiers, which he sold to friends and associates. Electronics fever getting the better of him, Cohrs ended up in Nortel for 17 years as a design engineer: “My objective was to get into the plant and eventually I did, in the digital switching division. I was a happy camper.” Still stoking an innate entrepreneurial spirit, Cohrs developed software for start-up companies “until the bubble burst after 9/11.” In 2003, he ventured deeper into his dream vocation by joining Telus as project manager of new products like mapping and global positioning: “At that time, my son was a guitar player and he wanted an amp. I bought him a used 100-watt tube killer with the intention of modifying it. Then I made him another one, which I demonstrated to a friend at Telus. He was so impressed, he wanted it. It went from there. I would sell home-made (guitar) amps, one after another.” Cohrs said guitarists prefer tube over solid state amps because they are more reliable and their distortion has a pleasing sound: “At first, I thought they had to be perfect, but my son said

that musicians wanted the distortion.” Cohrs designed a variety of amps by mixing the “flavours” of various components like the ingredients in a personal recipe. In effect, he discovered sweet spots on tube operating curves. In 2003, he started Trinity Amplifiers out of his home: “My son tested them and my father-in-law coached me on tubes. Trinity, like in the father, the son and the holy ghost of tubes. (Laughing.)” In 2004, Cohrs received an email from “gearhead” Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, and sold him an amp on which he has done recordings. Other famous clients included Prince, Tragically Hip and Myles Goodwyn. The Cohrs moved here six years ago to escape the stress and congestion of Toronto. In his home workshops, the master custom-builds everything from upholstered cabinets up to amplifiers. He even has a music sampling room: “You can come and pick which sound you like and personalize the cabinet. I encourage clients to take the amps home and try them out and tell me what they think. I like fussy players because they give

Stephen Cohrs is shown here in his Brighton shop. Cheryl Lafferty photo

me the best feedback. (Pardon the pun)” The other half of Cohrs’ time is spent providing amp kits: “Musicians are smart people who know their mathematical chords and progressions. It hinges on only their attention to detail and soldering.” Trinity (Cohrs) makes about 20

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BY SARAH HYATT

Brighton – It’s looking like the new year will be the year for new staff for the Municipality of Brighton. The municipality has officially hired a manager of planning, building and community development. Stephen Ashton, with a degree in urban planning and more than eight years of “progressive experience” in municipal land use planning in the areas of Cobourg, Whitby and Oakville, will be fulfilling the role. “Stephen’s going to be a really good fit,” said Watson. “He’s bringing to the table a bunch of experience which will very much benefit the municipality.” And it’s not just Ashton’s planning experience that will make him an asset for the area moving forward, added Watson. Ashton assumed his responsibilities with the municipality as of Jan. 16. In addition to his planning background and full Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) memberships, Ashton also has a keen interest and experience in economic development, as well as cultural heritage planning, said Watson. Ashton’s expertise in these areas will go far while co-ordinating with the Brighton Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) and the Brighton-Cramahe Chamber of Commerce, noted the CAO. Watson’s “pretty happy” for these reasons and for the municipality that Ashton took an interest in the position, he said. The new manager will report to the CAO and will be responsible for the administration and management of land use planning and the application of the Ontario Building Code and municipal bylaws, within the physical boundaries of the municipality. He will also work with community organizations and volunteers who are actively engaged in promoting the community, according to the municipality’s job description posting. And Ashton won’t be the only addition for staff in 2017. Interviews are ongoing for a manager of public works and the environment. “We’re hoping to move forward with that sometime in January or early February,” said Watson. The manager of public works and the environment will be responsible for the administration and management of the water, wastewater and roads infrastructure divisions. The successful applicant will also report to the CAO. The municipality is also looking to hire a clerk in

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Campbellford - The Trent Hills Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) is calling on the provincial government to take bold steps to address the affordability challenge of energy pricing in Trent Hills. In its submission on the Long Term Energy Plan (LTEP), the organization is calling on government to ensure

that future policies regarding energy pricing are affordable, transparent and flexible. One of the submission's top recommendations includes a call for the adoption of a capacity market system "Ontario is at a turning point in its planning process regarding the future energy needs of the province. In order for businesses in Trent Hills to grow and succeed, it is imperative that fu-

ture energy policies respect the concerns of businesses and support future economic growth," said Jeff Hamilton, chair of the Trent Hills Chamber of Commerce. "We are also concerned that the current pricing will make it very difficult to attract new businesses to Trent Hills, which is key to the economic sustainability of our business communities."

According to a press release issued by the chamber, under the new Climate Change Action Plan, businesses are already facing additional costs. Since the 2013 LTEP, industrial rates in the province have increased by 16 per cent while the rate for households and small businesses has climbed by 25 per cent. The OCC and its members have consistently reported that the price

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Customers eat up calorie counts now required on menus SUE DICKENS

Campbellford - Customers appear to be eating up the new menu labelling legislation passed by the provincial government that went into effect on Jan. 1, 2017 requiring calorie tallies. The ministry of health and long-term care passed the new "Healthy Menu Choices Act" which applies to food service providers with 20 or more locations in the province. One of those food outlets, SUBWAY&reg;, which has several locations throughout this area including: Campbellford, Hastings, Havelock, Madoc, Marmora, Tweed, Stirling, to name a few, is among those governed by the new regulations. Shailesh Patel who is a SUBWAY&reg; franchise owner in Campbellford said the new information has "been of interest" to his customers. Calorie counts are now part of the menu items displayed in the store. The number of grams of fat was already indicated. Patel says about 200 customers come through his shop every day, "more right now because of the coupons being offered," and there are even more during the summer months. He has five part-time staff. "A lot of people coming here are noticing and asking about it ... those people who are counting calories," he told the Central Hastings Trent Hills News. He talked about one of his customers, who, after learning the calorie count of the chicken and bacon sub decided to change his order to the chicken teriyaki sub which has fewer calories. "It's working, the new regulation ... and the response has been positive," said Patel. "I am glad the regulation is here." Fred Chang of Campbellford is in favour of the new legislation. "I noticed they had put the information up," he said, while buying a sub. "I think it's a good idea." The exact wording of the new act can be found at: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/news/bulletin/2016/ hb_20160927.aspx

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Blizzard of staff report requests ‘ludicrous’ BY SARAH HYATT

Brighton – Councillors should consider carefully what they ask of staff and be mindful of costs associated with staff reports, says Coun. Brian Ostrander. This was the message Ostrander was trying to send at Monday’s council meeting. “Over the course of this term, I’ve seen a number of motions put forward directing staff to develop reports and I’ve become concerned that many of those reports require outside consultation,” said Ostrander. Ostrander, backed by Deputy Mayor Laura Vink, put forward a motion Monday outlining concerns over the number of directions to staff requiring the writing of reports and the associated costs. His motion asked council to direct staff to prepare a report on the costs, including outside costs and staff time, looking at council-directed staff reports from December 2014, to December 2016. “We have a limited staff in Brighton, we have about 30 employees and our staff have a limited professional capacity in terms of engineering or legal, what have you – and the reports that we often ask for, require further expertise that we don’t have on staff,” said Ostrander. “So when those reports are requested, we

have to go outside, get the legal or engineering opinions and it became concerning to me that the number of staff report requests we’ve been giving, have created a good deal of non-budgeted [costs] and that’s my real concern.” Ostrander ended up withdrawing his motion Monday, after hearing from other members of council who called the motion “ludicrous” and “selfdefeating.” Still he’s hopeful his message will stand and discussion stemming from the motion will be a positive. “It was my hope by putting this on the floor that I would send the message that we really need to be careful of what we ask staff to do and how much money we rack up in consultation costs over time,” said Ostrander. Not all of council agreed with Ostrander’s motion Monday. Councillor Roger McMurray was “surprised” to see the motion and didn’t understand how “this problem” suddenly came about, with no background information provided, he said. Councillor Steven Baker viewed the motion as “selfdefeating,” and outright before Ostrander withdrew his motion, said he would not support the request. For staff to write a report on costs and to review costs over the last two years for staff reports, the

most costly report would probably be this report, he said. Baker wasn’t the only councillor to express concerns. Councillor John Martinello said he didn’t see the request as productive either. Martinello tried to defer the motion, requesting staff compile a report first on the estimated costs to produce the staff report Ostrander suggested. With only Martinello and McMurray in favour, the motion to defer was defeated. For Vink, the motion did serve to make a point that maybe councillors should be asking more questions of staff, rather than directing staff to prepare reports, keeping in mind those costs, she said. Prior to withdrawing his motion, Ostrander acknowledged the “hypocrisy” of the request. And rather than trying to identify a problem, the councillor said he was curious about the costs “of all these reports,” which require staff ’s time and the requests that have resulted in staff needing to go outside for consultation. Discussion surrounding the motion was most important, said Mayor Mark Walas. As both the mover and seconder noted, there are a lot of opportunities to simply go and ask staff the questions, said Walas.

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Award-winning documentary-maker to show film in Campbellford BY JOHN CAMPBELL

Campbellford -- Discovering the diary her late father had kept while on a bike trip around his native Ireland at the age of 26 changed Megan Murphy’s life. Two years ago the morning show co-host on 93.3 MyFM and 107.9 Classic Rock retraced her father’s 1,500-kilometre journey using the same 10-speed bicycle that he, Marty Murphy, a Peterborough attorney, had ridden in 1973. She also filmed the 25 days she spent on the road and what took place afterward, and the result, Murphy’s Law, earned Best Documentary honours at the Dublin-area Fingal Film Festival last October. Mary-Jo Mahoney, CEO of Trent Hills Public Library, saw the film and “absolutely loved it” -- so much so that she invited Murphy to the Campbellford branch to talk about her experience. Murphy readily agreed and will show the documentary in a special presentation scheduled for Jan. 26 that will include a question-and-answer period afterward. “If you’ve been to Ireland ... this is a cheap way of going back,” quipped Mahoney, who said the film is “hilarious” but also touching, in relating the close relationship Murphy had with her father, who died of cancer as did her mother. Murphy was going through a rough time in her life as well when she made the documentary, having recently broken off an engagement. “It’s about learning how to close a door and open another one,” Mahoney said. “There’s a lot here for people ... a feel-good documentary” that is “very family-oriented.” DVDs of Murphy’s Law will be available for purchase at the showing, which starts at 5:45 p.m. “It’s the first time for Trent Hills Library that we’ve done something like this,” Mahoney said. There’s no charge but seating is limited to 50 people. To register call 705-653-3611.

Police seek man who stole a truck with child in rear seat BY ERIN STEWART

Trenton – The Quinte West OPP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man who took a truck from the Sidney Market convenience store parking lot on Saturday Jan. 14. The man took the unlocked orange Dodge Journey from the parking lot at about 2:50 p.m. and drove around the corner to Sidney Autowreckers and left the vehicle, possibly when he discovered there was a young child in the back seat, stated the Quinte West OPP in a press release. Police were told the the man was about 30 to 35, clean shaven and had a winter jacket, toque, jeans and hood up. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Quinte West OPP at 613-392-3561 or, should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. The OPP would like to remind the public never to leave vehicles running, unlocked and unattended.

NOTICE OF PROJECT Highway 401 and County Road 30 Interchange Improvements Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study, G.W.P. 4095-14-00 INTRODUCTION AECOM has been retained by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to undertake a Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study for improvements to the Highway 401 and County Road 30 interchange in the Municipality of Brighton. The project is following the approved planning process for a Group ‘B’ project under the Ministry of Transportation’s Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000). The study builds upon a Transportation Environmental Study Report which was prepared and received environmental clearance in 2005, and outlines the preferred plan for the reconfiguration of the interchange. RECOMMENDED PLAN Visit www.401countyroad30.com • Realignment of Telephone Road South. New traffic signals at the south and north ramp terminals with Telephone Road. • Relocation of the south ramp terminal to the south including a realignment of the W-N/S exit ramp and the N/S-E entrance ramp to tie into the relocated south ramp terminal. This is to accommodate a potential future widening of Highway 401. • Realignment of the farm access road in the southwest quadrant of the interchange. • New structures conveying Butler/Proctors Creek under the realigned W-N/S exit ramp and farm access road, including a realignment of Butler/ Proctors Creek within the interchange limits to maintain the existing form and function of the watercourse. • Improvements to the profile of County Road 30. • Improvements to signage and pavement markings along County Road 30. • Utility relocations (e.g. Bell and Hydro plants). Construction is anticipated to take place in 2017 and 2018, subject to the availability of funding, provincial priorities, and obtaining all required approvals. OVERVIEW OF MITIGATION MEASURES • The improvements accommodate the new development in the southeast quadrant (McDonald's, Subway, etc.). • A realignment of Butler/Proctors Creek is required. A fluvial geomorphic assessment was completed to ensure that the existing form and function of the watercourse was considered in the channel design. • To protect fish and fish habitat, implement in-water working restrictions between October 1 and June 30, and complete the works "in the dry" during all other times. • Construction requirements may necessitate work during the night and on weekends. An exemption to the municipal noise by-law may be required. • Use dust suppressants, cover stockpiles, clean site to minimize temporary air quality impacts. • Minimize vegetation removals and use barriers, seed/mulch, etc., to minimize erosion to newly exposed ground surfaces. NEXT STEPS AND YOUR COMMENTS Upon completion of this study, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be placed on the public record to document the study process, the design for the recommended improvements and the consultation undertaken throughout the study. The release of the DCR for review will be the subject of a future public notice. The Project Team welcomes feedback regarding the proposed work. Please contact one of the Project Team contacts listed below by February 17, 2016 if you have any questions or comments. You can also provide comments through the project website at www.401countyroad30.com. Chris Belanger Project Manager Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Eastern Region Provincial Highways Management, Planning & Design Section 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000, Kingston, ON K7M 8J4 tel: 613-540-5187, toll free: 1-800-237-9295 fax: 613-540-5106 e-mail: chris.belanger@ontario.ca

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Colborne’s Stars faring better than Campbellford’s Rebels BY JOHN CAMPBELL

Northumberland County – Colborne can thank its Stars the Greater Metro Hockey League team’s season hasn’t gone as far off the rails as it has for the Campbellford Rebels. The Northumberland Stars won their eighth game Jan. 11, defeating the Toronto Attack 8-4 at the Keeler Centre. That’s eight more victories than Campbellford has managed playing in the Provincial Junior Hockey League. The Rebels lost again at home

Jan. 14, getting thumped 11-4 by the Gananoque Islanders, two days after dropping a 5-2 decision to the Pirates in Picton. That’s 28 losses in 29 games; the other game ended in a tie. Evan Wasylyk scored twice and earned two assists in the third period to help break a 3-3 tie and was named the game’s second star in Northumberland’s win. Goalie Ivan Perkavov, the game’s third star, made 45 saves to backstop the win, his first this season. Sergey Khormov and Ste-

ven Weber, with a pair of goals apiece, Brody Dyck and Marcus Soderland also scored for Northumberland, with Dyck adding two assists. The team is tied for last in the South Division with eight games remaining. The Stars’ Curtis Campbell was named to the 2017 GMHL All-star game, played in Tillsonburg Jan. 17. The six-foot-two goaltender is in his second season in the league. Mike Chambers, the Rebels’ leading scorer, ended Gananoque

goaltender Doug Johnston’s bid for a shutout 16 seconds into the third period. Gananoque outshot Campbellford 58-30. The Rebels fell behind 3-0 to the Pirates in the first period but played them even the rest of the way. Austin Vallier and Jeremiah Doherty scored for Campbellford. The home team outshot the visitors 60-15. Campbellford’s next home game is Jan. 21 against Picton. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

Entrepreneurs In Action: QUINTE GLOBAL FOODS They give away the secret ingredient for business success

“The way to a human’s heart, is through their stomach” suggests Jane Robinson cheerfully as she amends the adage originally assigned to men alone. The sheer pleasure of food, eating and the community of family it can create were all a part of the decision for Rick and Jane Robinson to launch Quinte Global Foods in 2003. Now in their 14th year, they have a constantly evolving product line that conjures memories of childhood, of tradition and of homeland specialties for their clients. They know food connects us. Reminds us. Engages us.

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impossible to find locally. Shelves are lined with side dishes, noodles and products guaranteed to offer any meal a little zest, tang or kick. They track down special items requested by clients. Jane spent two years finding smoked paprika for a valued customer. She loves the detective work and she loves happy customers. Their new location at 94 College Street West Unit 2 in Belleville brings in new customers daily but the vast majority of their client base are very long term repeat clients – the mark of a great business. They smile warmly and greet customers by name. They are quick to provide help, to point someone in the right direction, to offer creative cooking suggestions or a fabulous complimentary dipping sauce. They remember past purchases and ask how the meal turned out. Jane loves to cook and happily shares her expertise with customers and tells them to call her if they get stuck preparing a new dish.

Fantastic, personal customer service is the secret ingredient for business growth and longevity. Rick and Jane work hard to bring joy and pleasure to the home table. They also supply restaurants across our region, chefs, caterers, cafeterias, institutions etc. Diversity in dining is in high demand and Quinte Global Foods is the local source for world renowned ingredients. And after a crazy December, Rick and Jane are busy restocking the shelves! “We have been impressed with the Robinsons work ethic and customer focused ideas since we first began working with them in 2003” comments Amber Darling, Trenval’s Business & Investment Advisor. “Supporting their business startup and expansion has been our pleasure.” The Board and Staff of Trenval congratulate Rick and Jane Robinson and are proud to have been a part of their success story!

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Golden Hawks defeat Markham G-Hawks acquire three new players before trade deadline

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Trenton – The Trenton Golden Hawks climbed to a 34-6-1-0 record at the top of the OJHL East Division after defeating the Markham Royals 4-1 on Friday Jan. 13, in Markham. Trenton’s co-captain Lucas Brown scored the first goal of the game six minutes into the first period, assisted by Liam Morgan. Moving into the second period, Austin Tonkovich scored five minutes into the period, assisted by Dawson Baker and Nick Boddy. Markham’s Laine McKay scored a power play goal nine minutes into the period, rounding off the second 2-1 for the GHawks. Morgan scored Trenton’s third goal five minutes into the third, assisted by Mac Lewis and Cal Walker. Jeremy Pullara scored the final goal on an empty net with two minutes to spare in the game, assisted by Anthony Sorrentino. G-Hawks goaltender Chris Janzen saved 35 out of 36 shots and Markham’s Marcus Semiao saved 35 out of the 38 shots sent his way. Trenton incurred 18 minutes in penalties on nine infractions while Markham incurred 12 minutes on six infractions. G-Hawks coach Jerome Dupont said he didn’t think the team played that well. “I thought Janzen was the difference maker, but we found a way to win and we will take the two points,” he said. Coming up, the Golden Hawks will travel to Wellington on Friday Jan. 20 to face the Dukes at 7:30 p.m.

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Trenton – The Trenton Golden Hawks have acquired three new affiliate players before the January 10 trade deadline, goaltender Elliot Gerth, forward Anthony Sorrentino and defenseman James Thomson. “They’re all good players, they bring different attributes,” said Coach Jerome Dupont. “Sorrentino is a big power forward that has got a pro shot and can be physical, Thomson is a really good two-way defenseman that plays with some grit,

he’s got great mobility and Gerth is a good goaltender that we think can really support Janzen, so all in all three good players,” he said. Forward Austin Bottrell was traded to the Burlington Cougars in order to make room on the roster. Dupont said he likes the team they’ve been able to put together, “I like it but we have a lot of work to do.” Sorrentino, a 20-year-old Woodbridge native, is coming from the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League’s Halifax Mooseheads.

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Brighton Speedway officially brought a close to its 2016 season with its celebration of champions at the King Edward Park Arena on Saturday night. The track recognized the accomplishments of its drivers, staff and sponsors throughout the funfilled night. The evening began with a moment of silence to remember the life of wellknown racer Earl Gregory. As the awards portion of the night began, a number of dedicated sponsors were recognized for their contributions to the track this season. They included Bill Mill’s of ABC Taxi, Stuart Archer of Archer’s Poultry, Derrick Bain of Bainer’s Radiator/OilGARD AntiRust, Paul Crouter of Bellevue Fabricating, Ed Newberry of Bill’s Johns, Kevin McBride of Brighton Automotive, Joe Dibbits of Dibbits Excavating, Greg Belyea of Excel Tower Service, Corey Earl of Hotch’s Auto Parts, Derrick Greig of Greig Truck & Trailer, John Kemp of John’s Equipment, Frank Flieler of Larry’s Towing, Dean LeClair of LeClair Electric, Caley Weese of McDougall Insurance & Financial, Donalda Wilson of PartSource, Gerald Draaistra of Vanderlaan Building Supplies, Wade Purchase of VanZuylen Tire & Alignment, and Mike Workman of Workman’s OK Tire. As the night moved into driver awards, the drivers of the Quinte Septic Stinger division were the first to be recognized. In the Junior Division, Brittany Golden received her championship trophy as well as Most Improved Driver along with second and third-place finishers Chantel Golden and Willy Bulten. Super Stinger champion Del MacGregor was also honoured. In the Bill’s Johns Comp 4 division, Ed Newberry presented the Top 11 drivers with their awards. Among them was fourth-place finisher Adam Flieler, who earned the Campbellford Chrysler Best Appearing award and set a Comp 4 track record at the Canada Day Shootout last July. Second-place finisher Matthew Moore was also named the division’s Most Improved Driver while Tyler French earned his first championship crown. Brighton Automotive’s Kevin McBride presented the top 11 drivers in the Pro Stock division for their achievements. Fifth-place finisher Austin Reid was named the Most Improved Driver while fourth-place finisher Jonah Mutton was recognized for setting the fastest lap of the season during the Canada Day Shootout. They were followed by second and third-place finishers Doug Anderson and Brandon Murrell. Justin Ramsay was the final driver to be recognized for his second straight track championship and received a Hoosier Racing Tire championship jacket and tire in addition to his point fund. Derek Bain presented the Top 11

drivers in the Bainer’s OilGARD Anti-Rust Canadian Modified division with their awards. Eighth-place finisher Shawn Gregory was recognized for his top-10 finish as well as earning the most overall checkered flags. Fifthplace finisher Josh Hennessy was not able to attend but was recognized as the Most Improved driver. Kraig Handley, Dan Ferguson and Derrick Greig received their awards for finishing second through fourth, respectively. Andrew Hennessy officially earned his second straight championship and a Hoosier Racing Tire championship jacket and tire in addition to his point fund. The Top 15 drivers in the Vanderlaan Building Products Pro Late Models were also recognized. The top-five included Charlie Sandercock, Brandon Mowat, Adam Turner and Kyle Sopaz from second through fifth. Phil Potts received his first career Late Model championship trophy and a Hoosier Racing Tire championship jacket and tire in addition to his point fund. Triple Crown champions were also honoured including Tyler French in the ABC Taxi Comp 4 division, Justin Ramsay in the Larry’s Towing Pro Stock division and Duel on the Dirt series, Andrew Hennessy in the ABC Taxi Canadian Modified division and Charlie Sandercock in the Hotch’s Auto Parts Late Model division. Specialty awards were the final recognition of the night. Late Model driver Brandon Mowat was named Most Consistent Driver while Caley Weese received the award for Most Gentle Person. Adam Nayler earned the Sportsman Award and Wade Purchase received the Hard Luck Award. Doug Anderson was the winner of the Roll Over Award. The final four specialty awards were the highlight of the night. Hennessy Racing was awarded Pit Crew of the Year for their dedication in the pit area. Gary Vandertoorn received the Corey Bird Memorial Award while

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Cashing in on Shorelines Casino Belleville BY STEPHEN PETRICK

Belleville – Ka-ching! The city is now cashing in on Shorelines Casino Belleville, as casino owners Great Canadian Gaming held a glitzy opening day for the Bell Boulevard facility on Wednesday, Jan. 11. Media and local dignitaries were given a tour of the building ahead of the 5 p.m. grand opening for the public. Officials also slashed a sculpture of ice for an unusual ribbon-cutting ceremony, fitting for a business like no other in Belleville. The casino is housed in a 48,000 square foot building, full of bright lights, with a monster high ceiling. It has 450 interactive slot machines in its centre and an area for 18 table games, such as blackjack, roulette and baccarat, on the east side. At the northeast corner is a private gambling room for high rollers, replete with Baccarat tables. On the west side is a 120-seat buffet, called simply The Buffet, and a stage area with room to seat 225 people for live entertainment. There is also outdoor seating for summer months. Near the front entrance customers will see the Play Smart Centre, a centre run by the Responsible Gaming Council, which people can visit if they’re seeking help on gambling safely, or, as information on the centre says, to “learn something new about your favourite game, take a break from playing or get information if you think you need help.” But while there’s help onsite for those who want it, if you want to game around the clock, you can do that on at least two nights of the week, more if there are holidays in the week.

Andy LaCroix, of Great Canadian Gaming, speaks by a slot machine, during a tour of Shorelines Casino Belleville on its opening day, on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017. Stephen Petrick/Metroland

Casino hours are 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 24 hours a day Friday, Saturday and holidays. The casino was designed to overwhelm the senses. “Hopefully you had that ‘wow’ feeling when you walked into the

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Scott Quick, 50, is shown here performing at a Brighton Applefest show in a Facebook post. He was cleared of murder in his ex-wife’s death. Facebook photo

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Windsor – A former Windsor auto worker who moved to Brighton with his two daughters more than 10 years ago has been cleared of murder charges in his ex-wife’s death. Scott Quick, 50, was charged with the Feb. 23, 2006 hit-and-run death of Nancy Galbraith-Quick. The 40-year-old mom was struck as she crossed the street in front of St. William school in Emeryville where she worked as an educational assistant. Rewards were offered, Quick was later suspected but never charged and quit his job at Chrysler in Windsor and moved to Brighton, where he opened a music shop. He was a popular figure in Brighton, with friends saying they were stunned when police from Essex detachment of the OPP arrested Quick at the Belleville Lowe’s store, where he worked. It is not known if Quick will return to Brighton, but he was reportedly surrounded by his two adult daughters and family on release from custody Monday in Windsor after two years in pre-trial custody.

Since the outset, police believed Quick was the prime suspect in killing his estranged wife. It was alleged he stole a nearby idling minivan and raced it toward Nancy GalbraithQuick. She was struck by the van while crossing the street to go to her education assistant job, was flung into a tree and never regained consciousness. Monday, the court heard the Crown abandoned the case owing to a lack of credible evidence, saying what they had on Quick would not hold up in court. Quick was set free, the firstdegree murder charge against him withdrawn. In December, following an lengthy preliminary hearing that heard testimony from 96 witnesses, a judge had ruled there was enough evidence against Quick to go to trial. When the Galbraith family was called to meet with prosecutors on Sunday, they figured they’d be told about a plea deal, according to Nancy’s brother Jerry Jr. “We were all totally shocked.… They just basically told us they didn’t think there’s enough evidence to get a conviction,” he told reporters outside the Windsor court, speaking on behalf of his family. “They’ve been looking at this freaking evidence for 10 years. What do they want, besides somebody to say ‘I did it?’” Quick’s lawyer Pat Ducharme told The Windsor Star it became clear during the preliminary hearing that the prosecution’s case had weaknesses that were “straightforward and obvious.” In addition to timeline problems, The Star reported, there were two witnesses who watched a person get out of the stolen van after the hit-and-run and their descriptions didn’t come close to Quick, he said. Other witness descriptions of a pickup truck waiting outside the school didn’t match Quick’s truck. “Much of that evidence had to be tested and when it was tested, in my humble opinion, it didn’t hold up very well,” Ducharme told reporters - -.

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United Way Hastings & Prince Edward comes $150K short of goal BY STEPHEN PETRICK

Belleville – The United Way of Hastings & Prince Edward fell short on its 2016 campaign goal. The drive to raise $2,115,600 came up $153,600 short, with a final tally of $1,962,000. The final number brings mixed feelings to United Way Executive Director Judi Gilbert and her staff. The $1.9 million raised will still go a long way to supporting the numerous nonprofit agencies the United Way fundraises on behalf of. “It is still significant and that still needs to be said,” Gilbert said.

But “absolutely, there’s a lot of disappointment on my part and the team. It wouldn’t be human to not be disappointed.” Agencies across Hastings and Prince Edward rely on funding from the United Way’s fall campaign, which runs from September to December every year. The agencies that qualify for funding fall into one of three themes; organizations that strive to eliminate poverty, build strong communities or benefit children. It’s too early to tell how the fundraising shortfall will impact those agencies, Gilbert said.

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The United Way has a citizen panel which works with staff on decisions on how to divide up the fundraising. That panel’s job, which is difficult enough on a successful campaign year, will just get harder, when it begins working in February. As for why the campaign goal fell short, Gilbert stressed it wasn’t because of one single reason; a variety of factors contributed. In a statement, the United Way listed increased fundraising competition, the economic landscape, and a reduction in workplace campaigns, as factors. “There is not a single reason that stands out for why the campaign fell short, but instead there were a variety of barriers faced by many workplaces that found them struggling to fundraise as much as they had in prior years,” the statement read. The 2016 campaign marked Gilbert’s last as the United Way’s executive director. In five previous campaigns, she helped the team successfully reach its goal – in some cases just barely. In 2015, the United Way passed its $2.1 million goal, by raising $2,100,763. Before the start of the 2016 campaign, she announced it would be her last and that she would return to working in the private sector by the spring of 2017. The United Way’s board of directors is currently searching for her replacement. Gilbert said she’ll be happy to help the new leader get accustomed to the position and offer advice on how to approach next year’s goal. The United Way sets its goal every year based on data, she said. Heading into the fall of 2016, a $2,115,600 seemed achievable, but, of course, fundraising is not based on certainties. “To have a shortfall of $153,000;it wasn’t something we had any insight into. There needs to be a balance there in terms of what we know now compared to what we knew six months ago,” Gilbert said.

Harpsichordist draws large crowd BY JACK EVANS

Belleville - A near capacity audience at St. Thomas Anglican Church Sunday evening got two shows for the price of one. In the church’s continuing program of musical outreach for the public, master harpsichordist Luc Beausejour offered a delightful recital of period harpsichord music. The instrument was a star in its own right, drawing dozens of people clustering around it after the show as the performer explained the workings of the ornate keyboard with its quill-plucked strings instead of hammers, like a piano. The instrument, program notes stated, was made by Yves Beaupre in 2006, copied from a Flemish instrument. The original is in the Unterlinden Museum, Colmar. The gentle tinkle of the strings carried well throughout the sanctuary despite their gentle sound, with double-stringing used for extra sound in some cases, another feature of the instrument. The program included two major works, a

full “French Suite” by J.S. Bach in seven ancient dance movements, and an arrangement of Bach’s three-movement “Oboe Concerto in E minor” by Alessandro Marcello, plus some short pieces by Couperin and Rameau. When invited to inspect the harpsichord more closely, dozens in the audience swarmed the stage, as Beausejour explained in detail how the instrument works. Beausejour has earned an international reputation for his precision and productivity, having produced numerous recordings and won the Clonseil Quebecois de la Musique Performer of the Year Award in 2003. He is also music director of Clavecin en Concert ensemble and teaches at two Montreal universities. The next concert in this series will include an ensemble of professional singers from Toronto, Montreal and Belleville in a program called “The Mystery Concert, focussing on sacred music with haunting, mystery flavour. That concert is set for Sunday, Feb. 19 at 4:30 p.m.

Master harpsichordist Luc Beausejour of Montreal drew a lot of interest in his harpsichord when he invited the audience to inspect it more closely. Here, he displays one of the quills which pluck the strings at the close of his concert at St.Thomas Church Sunday evening. Jack Evans/Metroland

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The U.S. Virgin Islands consist of three major islands, St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix, plus several tiny islets and large rocks that merely jut out of the water, making for a group of about 50 islands and cays altogether. They’re a magnificent tourist destination - not only because of the numerous spectacular beaches you’ll find - but also for the fantastic variety of activities that are offered. If you can bear to remove yourself from simply soaking up the sun on the beautiful white-sand beaches, here are some outdoor adventures that I’d highly recommend:

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Public must play a role in helping those with dementia BY STEPHEN PETRICK

Belleville – Scary as it seems, it’s not uncommon for a person living with dementia to be found walking outside in cold weather, horribly undressed for the weather. Nor is it uncommon to see one lost and confused in a grocery store, or hear of one who’s driven a long way home, simply because along the way they forgot where they were headed. Given this, the responsibility of helping those with the brain disorder can’t fall on one single agency. It takes an entire community to be on the lookout for those with dementia and help them get home safely. “You’ve heard the old adage, it takes a community to raise a child. It’s the same way with dementia; it takes a community to help a person with dementia,” said Darlene Jackson, an education support co-ordinator with the Alzheimer Society of Hastings Prince Edward. Jackson and her colleagues hope to spread this message in public information sessions and professional workshops coming up, as the society recognizes January as Alzheimer Awareness Month. The next public session is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24, at the society’s office at 470 Dundas St. E. (inside the Bayview Mall) in Belleville. Another one takes place at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at the

Madoc Arts Centre, at 230 Durham St. The professional sessions are held on request by employers that show interest. Jackson is happy to accommodate them, because it’s important for groups – police, long-term care home workers and social housing staff, for instance – to hear how they can help. The message Jackson wants to get across is that all people have to be on the lookout for someone with dementia. If you see someone that just doesn’t look right – such as a person walking outside in snow in slippers – it’s a good idea to help. She recommends people approach the person from the front, identify themselves and ask if they need help. Those who care for a person with dementia also have a role to play in preventing emergencies, she said. As part of an education campaign called Finding Your Way, the Alzheimer Society is promoting identification kits, which people can keep handy on a hall table or fridge door. The kits contain forms with vital information, such as the person’s identifying features and medical information. This way, if the person goes missing, the caregiver has information they can give to first-responders instantly. And it doesn’t take long for a person with dementia to go missing.

Alzheimer’s Society education co-ordinator Darlene Jackson holds a Finding Your Way workbook, while fund development co-ordinator Amelia Huffman holds information on medical alert bracelets they’re promoting for those living with dementia. Stephen Petrick/Metroland

Jackson says if a caregiver can’t find the person within five minutes they should call 911. “The police need the best chance of finding that person. That includes early alert,” she said. These lessons are all the more important given the fact that dementia is poised to become even more prevalent as the baby boom demographic ages.

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According to the Alzheimer’s Society, there are about 564,000 Canadians now living with dementia and 25,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. In 15 years, this figure is expected to increase 66 per cent to 937,000. These statistics are tough to reverse because there’s no known cure for dementia, only drugs that can slow the damage done to the brain. And while there’s been new advances in drugs, to ease the suffering, Jackson said there’s still more that

Canada, as a society can do, to deal with dementia. She said the country is one of few in the western world that doesn’t have a dementia strategy. The government should come up with a national plan that addresses how caregivers will be supported and how to fund research on dementia. She’s hopeful that over time there will be a movement to create “dementia-friendly communities.” By that she means, communities where people are well trained to recognize the signs of dementia and know the importance of helping. “We have to get back to that old way of neighbours helping No More Travelling to Bigger Cities neighbours,” she and Now Much More Affordable said. For more inforDecompression Therapy is the mation on the AlNon Surgical Treatment of Choice for zheimer Society and events visit Disc Related Spinal Problems www.findingyourway ontario.ca. Consultations Are Always Complimentary

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a simple fix, the problems are complex,” Sidsworth said. While the Sleep Out event officially starts at 7 p.m., participants have been invited to Bridge Street United Church to have a warm meal beforehand, courtesy of the church’s Inn From the Cold program, which runs from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. An opening ceremony for the Sleep Out will start at 8 p.m., featuring guest speakers. Little Caesars and Bourbon Street Pizza are supporting the event by providing food and DJ Scotty Lalonde of Déjà Vu Entertainment will play tunes to get people dancing and stay warm. For more information, or to pick up a pledge sheet, call 613-969-8874.

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Bad and good guys highlight species talk Jan. 26

This Jefferson Salamander is an example of species at risk. Scott Gillingwater photo.

It’s all about the good guys and the bad guys for the second in a series of stewardship speaker events in Centre Hastings. On Jan. 26 in Ivanhoe,

learn more about “the bad guys” - Invasive Species from the Invading Species Awareness Program, as well as the story on invasives in our local watershed. On-

tario Nature also presents “the Good Guys” - Species at Risk in Hastings County. The Hastings Stewardship Council presents the second event in their popular 2017 Winter Speaker Series. Invasive Species Kyle Borrowman from the Invading Species Awareness Program (Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters) will present the Big Picture: an overview of “hot topics” in 2016, such as plant and animal species covered under the Invasive Species Act, where to report sightings, and how to find information about troublesome invasives (such as Giant Hogweed). Learn how climate change has altered the picture, and discover programs for volunteers. Anne Anderson from Lower Trent Conservation will provide an update on what is happening locally within our watershed and alert people to plants and other species to watch for. Species at Risk

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Smera Sukumar is with Ontario Nature in Conservation Science, and she will present a snapshot of Species at Risk in our area. In Ontario, 75 percent of reptiles and 35 percent of amphibians are listed as nationally and provincially at-risk. These animals face many threats including habitat loss and fragmentation, road mortality and human persecution. Learn how you can help, through citizen science projects, like the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas, which track the distribution of reptiles and amphibians throughout the province. Attend the Bad Guys/ Good Guys evening on Thursday, January 26 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Huntington Veterans Community Hall, 11379 Highway 62, in Ivanhoe. An entrance fee of $5per person (or a donation) will help cover costs. Children are free. For more information, contact Matt Caruana at 613-391-9034 or info@hastingsstewardship. ca. Or visit hastingsstewardship. ca.

Paramedics battling Fentanyl ODs: Socha BY JACK EVANS

The Quinte area is not escaping incidents of fentanyl overdoses, Hastings County Emergency Services chief Doug Socha reported to his committee at the monthly meeting of the county agency. “We have had some instances and we are implementing special policies to deal with them,” he said. Socha was replying to a question from Coun. David McCue of Quinte West, a member of the committee. McCue’s question in turn sparked another question about protection for emergency workers from the deadly effects of the substance which is rapidly becoming the new “F” word across Canada with hundreds of deaths. How to deal with the substance is also part of upgraded training, plus protective equipment, Socha assured. Elsewhere in his report, he referred to two of the more unusual events in the service’s activities in recent weeks. One was the Belleville in-home birth of a baby boy, assisted by paramedics, which, Socha said, is a rare occurrence and proved inter-

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esting to his staff. He also cited the first use of the service’s new all terrain vehicle to assist in a hunting accident. It made the operation a lot easier and proved its worth, he reported. Other concerns for the Emergency Services included a report to council on the likelihood of PTSD cases among medics and even moreso, physical injury from heavy lifting. Statistics show one in four Canadians are now considered obese and also indicate that the percentage of overweight persons is increasing rapidly. With that, plus increasing new equipment and gurneys to lift, it is important to make sure emergency employees remain in top physically fit condition. His report was passed by the committee and forwarded to county council. The service is a joint effort between Hastings and Prince Edward counties and the cities of Belleville and Quinte West. The committee also authorized his submission to give him more power to adjust the service’s programs to meet special needs as they occur. He was referring mainly to special events.

The Hastings Stewardship speaker series has firmed up its winter speaker series. The evenings are open to the public and a donation of $5 covers expenses for the group. The events are: Thursdays 7 - 9 pm. January and February in Ivanhoe Huntington Veterans Memorial Hall, 11379 Hwy. 62, Ivanhoe January 26 - Invasive Species and Species at Risk - Kyle Borrowman, Invading Species Program, and Smera Sukumar, Ontario Nature. February 9 - Small Scale Maple Syrup – Gareth Metcalfe February 23 – Wildlife and Climate Change - Melissa Laplante and Lisa Solomon, MNRF Management Biologist Thursdays 7 - 9 pm. March in Belleville at Gerry Masterson Community Hall (Thurlow Hall), 516 Harmony Rd, Belleville: March 9 -The Birds! - Terry Sprague, Quinte Area Naturalist; Becky Stewart, Bird Studies Canada; and Peter Fuller, Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory March 23 – Nature Photography with John & Janet Foster

Effects of 2016 drought persist, speaker series event hears

Hastings Stewardship Council Winter Speakers Series first speakers; Janet Noyes Lower Trent Conservation discussed 2016 drought and Tim Trustham, Quinte Conservation highlighted the biodiversity of Quinte. Lynn Marriott/Metroland

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Ivanhoe – The legacy of the drought of 2016 lingers on into 2017, an audience here heard last Thursday. Level III water restrictions were announced September 1 and as of January 6, the restrictions have not been lifted in Stirling/Rawdon/Centre Hastings, said Janet Noyes, manager of watershed science and services for Lower Trent Conservation

Authority. Noyes was the first guest speaker for the Hastings Stewardship Council (HSC) Winter Speakers Series 2017. This summer, Stirling’s aquifer “levels were below the water intake,” said Noyes, restricting the fire department’s ability to respond. She acknowledged the drought continues. On January 12, at the Huntington Veterans Memorial Hall, Ivanhoe, Jim Pederson, HSC past chair, introduced Noyes who discussed the dire water levels with graphs and statistics, while a full-house nodded their acknowledgment. Tim Trustham, Quinte Conservation also spoke, relating the unique and diverse biogeography of the area. The Lower Trent area received only 84 per cent of long-term precipitation averages. “An all time low,” said Noyes. The summer’s precipitation was less than 50 per cent the average and in May dipped to 30 per cent. Water flows reflected the precipitation. In September, Rawdon Creek was 26 per cent, and Hoard’s Station was 15 per cent of the average water flows recorded. A Level I low water warning, signaling 70 per cent water levels, was issued on June 1 and residents asked to reduce water use by 10 per cent. The Level II issued on July 4, reflected a 50 per cent level and advised a 20 per cent reduction. A Level III

Quinte has the Canadian Shield, was issued on September 1, stating for extracting 50,000 liters or more a water levels could no longer meet day,” said Noyes. The MOE website sand dunes, limestone cliffs, waterdemands. The drought recommenda- states a new moratorium, until 2019, ways, lakes, bogs, and fens. Trustham tions varied, as each municipality’s “to stop new water bottling facilities said, “We are blessed with lots of Water Response Team made their from taking water from groundwater shoreline,” giving shelter to an unor increase the amount of water au- precedented variation of life. decisions. As Trustham’s photographs deNoyes stated, “We are not set up thorized under permits.” Tim Trustham, of Quinte Con- tailed the varied topography, soils, for a continuing drought.” It is up to residents to use less water and catch servation, gave a tour of Quinte’s fields and woodlands, the audience water in rain barrels, basement rain- complex ice age geology. He said again nodded in appreciation. “It is the only place where there water storage and buried cisterns. opposing weather patterns around Because of leakages, Noyes warned, the Great Lakes travel along the are white cedar and maple forests.” “make sure to treat the (stored) wa- continental divide and the fault He listed numerous species that colines and farmlands meets prairie habitate. The ecologist repeatedly ter.” enthused, “It does not belong here!” Noyes showed a slide of a truck and boreal forest. filling a well. “The water only fills the aquifer and makes your lower neighbours 2013 FORD ESCAPE 2008 KIA SPORTAGE happy,” she said. 2.7L , Air, Tilt, 1.6L Air, Tilt, In some areas, Cruise, Power Cruise, Power water went from windows, Power windows, Power $90. to $375 a locks, heated load. locks, Heated seats, Remote The audience seats, Sunroof start, 4X4 asked about reSt-3709 St-3736 striction enforce+ HST + HST ment as it affects such operations as bed & breakwww.carlcoxrv.ca fasts with out of town guests, bottling plants and Cars,Trucks,Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, Motor Homes road construction 1 Mile East of Belleville projects. “Water 613-966-6475 • 1-800-463-9200 permits are issued

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Learning Foundation donation benefits local students New Picton hospital tops QHC’s bucket list BY JACK EVANS

Prince Edward County - Quinte Health Care has been working on a complete new hospital for Picton for about three years now and is still only at the second of five stages before a construction grant can be authorized. But the project remains top of the list for future redevelopment for the Belleville-based four-hospital complex, QHC’s chief financial officer Brad Harrington assured in a recent talk at a Picton luncheon. His reassurance of the concept gives a morale boost for the local hospital foundation, who will be required to raise several million dollars toward the project over the next few years. Even before getting to Stage 1, Harrington noted the QHC Board

had to prepare a detailed corporate master program. Now with Stage 1 in the hands of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, he said he expects approval of that early this year which will lead to another six-months to prepare a Stage2 functional program, including site and cost options. With four hospitals, all in need of various capital costs, the complex continues to focus on the proposed new Picton hospital as it moves slowly but surely through the fivestage approval process. Meanwhile, the project continues to generate intense public interest not only throughout Prince Edward County but across the entire region served by Quinte Health Care.

Paul Whitley, Julie Anne Luff and Loris Clarke from Gore Mutual and Whitley Insurance presented $15,000 to The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation to support Food for Learning and the Student Emergency Fund. The donation is from Gore Mutual ($10,000), Whitley Insurance ($2,500) and Paul Whitley ($2,500). It was presented to the Learning Foundation on Thursday, Jan. 12. The Foundation’s Food for Learning program is a community partnership that is committed to enhancing classroom learning by supporting school nutrition programs. The objective of the Student Emergency Fund is to provide immediate assistance to students and perhaps their families by providing financial aid and/or gift in kind support.

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IRWIN, Mary Anne Passed away peacefully at Burnbrae Gardens on Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 in her 84th year. Loving wife of Clair L. Irwin. Beloved daughter of the late Melville and Jean Gibson. Fondly remembered by her children Denise Shaw, Ray Irwin (Nancy) and Nancy Allanson (Neil). Proud grandma of Tyler (Haley), Brittany, Tayler and Cameron, and great-grandma of Amilyah and Madelyn. Survived by her sister Ruth Masterson. Predeceased by her brother Bill Gibson. Also remembered by her several nieces and nephews. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to the Weaver Family Funeral Home - Campbellford Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 14th, 2017 from 2-4p.m. at the Forrest Dennis Senior Citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre (55 Grand Road, Campbellford). If desired, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online guest book and condolences at www.weaverfuneralhomes.com

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DEATH NOTICE

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Passed away suddenly at Kingston General Hospital on Saturday, December 24th, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Born March 22nd, 1936. Son of the late Frederick and Mary (Plunkett) Gregory. Beloved husband of Shelly (Waite) Gregory. Loving father of the late Fred (Tami Hammell), Sue Kane (Pat Mulligan), Mike (Lisa Kelly), Cindy (Pat Mosco); Brayden Kane greatgrandson living at home. Survived by his grandchildren, Brian, Vicki, Shawn, Kevin, Brandon, Ryan, Rachel, Justin, Collin; 19 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Will be greatly missed by his dog and best buddy Bear. For over fifty years Earl managed Sidney Auto Wreckers. The family received friends at the RUSHNELL FUNERAL CENTRE, 60 Division Street, Trenton on Wednesday. Service was held in the Chapel on Thursday, December 29th, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. Interment at a later date. If desired, Memorial Donations to the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (Cancer Center of SE Ontario at KGH) would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com

FITNESS & HEALTH

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

FRANKFORD, ON 613.398.1611 BANCROFT, ON 613.332.1613

DEATH NOTICE

FITNESS & HEALTH

COMING EVENTS

FOR SALE

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Official Opening by Chief Marsden at 10:15am Traditional Opening by Councilor Bothwell at 10:30am

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 1-2 bedroom lower level unit. Laundry facilities on site and walking distance to downtown. $750/month plus Hydro.

Saturday January 28, 2017 10:00am -3:00pm Free Admission

At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from.

PAYS CASH $$$ For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk, please. VISA & MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself, quality at low prices. Open evenings 7 days a week. WE DELIVER.

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HELP WANTED

SALES OPPORTUNITIES

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RECE Required Looking for a Registered Early Childhood Educator with a minimum of 2 years experience to work in our Madoc School Age Program. This is a split shift from 7-8 before school and 2:30-6 after school. During Holidays and school breaks the hours are 9:30-6:00. Please submit resumes attention Sarah Reed: fax 613-473-5261 or email mnsd69ns@bellnet.ca HELP WANTED

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needed for Belleville/ Trenton Courier Service. Must have own vehicle. Call Tues. To Fri. 8 am - 2 pm. 613-392-5585 or 613-967-5941

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Now Hiring Store & Yard Staff

Technicians are paid a competitive starting rate with applicable shift premiums. Shift schedules are: 7 day/12 hour, days and nights; rapid rotation; receiving an average of 42 hours/week. Requirements: t Candidates must have a minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent. t Post-secondary education and/or related mechanical/electrical experience are definite assets. t Ensure you are including your detailed education and work experience in your resume. t Employment opportunities will be conditional upon the results of a background check. There will be rolling start dates throughout the year, so please apply today via www.pgcareers. com to job # MFG00005375. If you require a medical or disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers.im@pg.com to provide your contact information. P&G Talent Supply staff will contact you within 1 week.

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Trenton Home Hardware Building Centre Belleville Home Hardware Building Centre Campbellford Home Hardware Building Centre Home Hardware is a leading Canadian Retailer of building and home improvement products. If you want to work with the best and apply your skills and experience in a fast paced, customer focused environment, then this might be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

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These are full-time and part-time positions and will require some weekend hours. We offer competitive wage and benefits to the successful candidate. Please submit your resume in confidence to Trenton Home Hardware Building Centre 224 Front Street, Trenton, ON K8V-4P2 or Fax to (613) 392-5028 or Belleville Home Building Centre 445 Dundas Street East, Belleville, ON K8N-1G2 or Fax to (613) 968-4348 Campbellford Home Hardware Building Centre 545 Grand Road, Campbellford, ON K0L-1L0 or Fax to (705) 653-5009

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Job # MFG00005375 Our Belleville manufacturing site is seeking highly motivated, reliable and flexible individuals with a commitment to safety and total quality to be part of our diverse operating teams. Technicians are required to learn how to operate, adjust, changeover and maintain high-speed equipment on a rotating shift schedule. These entry-level positions require strong trouble-shooting skills, the ability to solve complex problems and analyze data using information technology systems. Technicians must be able to work well individually and as part of a self-directed work team handling multiple priorities in an ever-changing environment. Strong interpersonal skills and effective written and verbal communication skills are essential. Candidates must also be willing to be trained on fork trucks, as operating a fork truck (once trained) is required for this position.

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BUSINESS SERVICES Ken Chard Construction. Renovations, decks, siding, sidewalks, fences, ceramic, windows, painting etc. Free estimates. Call: 613-398-7439.

HELP WANTED

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Tree Pruning / Apple Picking $11.40/hr required immediately at: Scarlett Acres Ltd. Colborne, Ontario Please apply within or email amycook@knights-appleden.ca

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PLEASE NOTE: BOOKING DEADLINE FOR ADS IS MONDAYS AT 3 P.M. Ads can be placed by calling 613-966-2034 ext. 560 or 1-888-967-3237 B12

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METROLAND MEDIA

AUCTIONS

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EVENTS

BELLEVILLE

JAN 23: Painting Party: Belleville Art Association Gallery, 392 Front St. Belleville 1-3pm. $25/pp includes all materials to complete own acrylic painting, lead through all the steps and refreshments. 613-969-7039 or 613-968-8632. S.T.O.P. (SMOKING Treatment for Ontario Patients) Program, Jan 26. STOP Program supports smokers trying to quit by providing them with five weeks of nicotine patches at no cost. 1-866-8884577 or (905) 885-9100. TOM MASON, retired Curator of Invertebrates for the Toronto Zoo, will introduce some of our common spiders. Quinte Field Naturalist meeting, Jan. 23, 7pm, Sills Auditorium, Bridge Street United Church, Belleville. All welcome, by donation. BELLEVILLE & District Olde Tyme Fiddlers Assoc party on Jan 22, Orange Hall 1825 York Rd. Deseronto. 1-5pm Please join us for an afternoon of Music, Dancing and Open Mic, followed by a great potluck supper. BLOOD DONOR clinic, jan 28, 9am12pm. Calvary community church, 679 dundas street w. Make your appointment online at blood.ca or download the GIVEBLOOD app, walk ins are accepted. CN PENSIONERS’ Association, Belleville, and District, Dinner meeting Jan 26. new location Greek Banquet Hall 70 Harder Dr. Belleville. All CN pensioners,

their spouses, widows, and new members are welcome. call 613-395-3250 seating is limited. Doors open at 11am ENJOY A temperature-controlled environment, ice-free walking surfaces, company to walk with. Tuesdays and Thursdays each week until March 9th, 6-7:30 pm, Centennial Secondary School, 160 Palmer Rd., Belleville. Free. Advance registration not required. 613-962-0000, ext. 233. JAN 21 @ 2:30pm - 4:00pm Herbal Home Remedies Tamara Segal of Hawthorn Herbals, will be giving a talk about the uses of kitchen herbs and food to help combat common ailments. Belleville Public Library’s third floor meeting room 2:30-4pm to hear No registration required. (613) 968-6731 Ext #2237. JAN 23 @ 5-8pm Bay of Quinte Sweet Adelines at Boston Pizza,Bay Of Quinte Chorus Of Sweet Adelines invites you to let Boston Pizza do the cooking. Enjoy good food, Chorus receives 10% of evening’s proceeds.bayofquintechorus@webbs.com JAN 24: Dementia Awareness Month Seminars, general public are invited to learn the basics about dementia and how to recognize and keep people who may get lost safe in the community! 10-11:30am. Alzheimer Society, Bay View Mall 470 Dundas St. E. Belleville Refreshments provided. 613-962-0892. LEARN NON-DIET ways to reach your Best Weight. Find out how factors like stress, sleep and hunger affect your eating

habits.Jan. 20, 10 –11:30am, 161 Bridge St. West, Belleville. Advance registration required. 613-962-0000, ext. 233. MONTHLY SENIORS’ Drop-In (for ages 55+) where you can meet new people, play games, discuss topics of group interests, listen to guest speakers. Drop-in any time Jan. 19 1:30-3:30pm. Registration not required. 613-962-0000, ext. 233. OPENING RECEPTION for the WINTER 2017(Jan/Feb) Art in the Community visual art show has been changed from Jan 12 to Jan 19, 4-7pm QAC Gallery and Gift Shop, 36 Bridge Street East, Belleville. GRIEFSHARE: A supportive ministry for those grieving the death of a loved one. Each session involves a video, book work, and discussions with experienced, caring facilitators. Maranatha Church, 100 College St. W, Belleville. Daytime group: Wednesdays Jan 11–Apr. 5, 10am – noon. Evening group: Thursdays Jan 12 – April 6, 7 – 9pm. $20. 613 962 8220 COMMUNITY CARE for South Hastings currently has board vacancies. People with backgrounds in legal, healthcare, marketing, business, social services, etc. welcome. 613-969-0130

port Program, Jan 25, 1 pm, Brighton Health Service Centre (1st Floor, 170 Main St.). 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1518. ACRYLIC PAINTING Artist and teacher Rachel Harbour will help you discover and explore your own artistic style. bring your own artist brushes if you have any and all other materials are supplied. Jan 25, 2-5pm, $10. 6-9pm CCN’s Activity Centre, 46 Prince Edward Street, Unit #14, Brighton, register, 613-475 4190 BRIGHTON LEGION, Jan 21, 6-10pm. Join host Terry Randall for Karaoke in the Pub Room. Bring your singing voices and dancing shoes for a fun Saturday night. BRIGHTON GARDEN Club Jan 24, 7pm. King Edward Community Centre, Brighton 81 Elizabeth Street Speaker: Leslie Abrams “Small Wonders” Photography Everyone welcome

CAMPBELLFORD

TOBACCO TALKS Quit-Smoking Support Program, Jan 26, 1 pm, Campbellford Community Resource Centre (65 Bridge St. E.). 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1518. BLOOD PRESSURE Clinic, Jan. 20 at Campbellford Memorial Hospital, 1-4pm, Room 249 2nd Floor. All Welcome. DANCE PARTY Campbellford Legion BRIGHTON Br 103 Jan 28 Live Band “wicklow” age SEXUAL HEALTH Clinic, Jan 24, of majority $5.00 cover open cash bar 10am-Noon. The clinic provides clients public welcome 34 Bridge st Campbellford with confidential access to sexual helth WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Workshop services. 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1205. in Campbellford Please bring your artists TOBACCO TALKS Quit-Smoking Sup-

brushes if you have any. All ages are welcome. Jan 19, 9am-12pm $10 Forrest Dennis Senior Citizens Centre, 55 Grand Rd, Space is limited, pre-register at 174 Oliver Rd., Unit #15, (705)653-1411 campbellford@commcare.ca STAMPED STONE Tiles Learn how to make this easy tile project make your own set of stamped stone tiles which can be used as coasters, tiles or hanging artwork. All materials supplied. All ages welcome.Jan 26, 6-8pm $10 Forrest Dennis Senior Citizens Centre, 55 Grand Rd, Space is limited, pre-register 174 Oliver Rd., Unit #15 (705)653-1411 campbellford@commcare.ca LIONS CLUB of Campbellford needs you! If you enjoy volunteering to improve your community and help others here and around the world, then Lions is for you. 705-947-2107 or 705-653-3075.

COBOURG PARENT AND Tot Time, Jan 20, 10 am11:30 pm, Cobourg Community Centre (750 D’Arcy St.). connect with other parents, participate in information sharing and song and rhyme time with your little one Strollers welcome. (905) 885-9100

FOXBORO GOSPEL SING Chapel of The Good Shepherd 513 Ashley St. Foxboro Jan 21 6:30 Come Join Us Lunch Afterward

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CONTINUED FROM P14 FRANKFORD HOLY TRINITY Anglican Church, 60 North Trent Street, Frankford is having our Soup’s On Luncheon Jan 26, 11:30 am-1pm. $7 Everyone welcome. MAPLEVIEW COMMUNITY and Seniors Club 1030 Mapleview Road, Frankford Euchre every Tuesday 1 p.m. everyone welcome BASIC FOOT Care the 2nd and 4th Monday of each Month $25 613-921-3245 or 613-395-3751 to set up an appointment

Tournament on Jan 22. Registration at Madoc Legion 12-12:30pm play starts at 12:30pm Sharp. Entry Fee $5. Light refreshments will be available.

MARMORA

MARMORA SOCIAL: Jan 26: 43 Mathew Place. Seating 11:30am. Lunch at noon. Program opened to seniors and adults with physical disabilities. Please contact Community Care for Central Hastings 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register ROBBIE BURNSPIEL: Marmora and Area Curling Club Jan.21 6PM – 4 ends curling. 7 PM - Scottish Fayre. Members $10 Visitors $15 Kids $5 HASTINGS BAD GUYS - Invasive Species and Good TRIPLE P, Positive Parenting Seminars Guys - Species at Risk presentation. Hast1/3Jan 19 @ 1pm–2:30pm YMCA Early ings Stewardship Council 2017 Winter Years Centre, 6 Albert St E, Hastings, Speaker Series. 7-9pm Huntington VetFree. 289-251-5374 erans Community Hall, 11379 Highway 62. $5, kids are free. 613-391-9034 or HAVELOCK info@hastingsstewardship.ca SINGLES DANCE Jan 21, 8pm Havelock Legion Br 389 NORWOOD

MADOC

NORWOOD DISTRICT High School’s information night for grade eight students and their parents and guardians has been rescheduled for Jan. 24 due to the freezing rain weather forecast for Jan. 17. For more information you can call the school at 705-639-5332.

PUBLIC INFORMATION Project Lifesaver Meeting learn why OPP, Alzheimer Society and Lions Club Madoc want to bring Project Lifesaver to our Communities. A system keeps vulnerable people save from wandering and helps police find them. Jan 23, 7-8pm, Madoc Arts STIRLING Centre/Skate Park, 242 Durham St. Madoc. STIRLING MEMORY Café, 3rd Wed. 613-962-0892. of ea. month, 2-3:30pm. Stirling Rawdon MADOC LEGION Branch 363 Cribbage

Public Library, 43 Front St. Stirling. Seniors with early memory loss or who are worried about their memory meet to discuss brain health, practise brain boost activities and gentle movement. 613-962-0892 STIRLING DINERS: Jan 23: St Paul’s United Church, 104 Church St. Lunch is at noon.bring your own plate, cup, and cutlery. Program opened to seniors and adults with physical disabilities. Please contact Community Care for Central Hastings 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register

every Sunday 1-3pm, draw 4pm.$2 each ticket. Sunday’s lounge downstairs open to the public. YOUR TRENT Port Historical Society A Toast to Robbie Burns 25 Jan 7-9 pm at Trenton Town Hall - 1861 55 King St., Trenton, Please come out and wish The Bard of Scotland A Happy Birthday.$15 per person at the Door MESSY CHURCH is a new way of experiencing Church. families are invited to attend this family friendly activity St. George’s Church, Parish House at 25 TRENTON John St. Trenton. crafts, games, learning JAN 21, the Quinte Branch of Ontario about God and enjoying a meal together. Genealogical Society’s Crouse Wanamaker 5-7pm Jan 27- Handling Our Worries Lecture presents Taking Root in a New 613-394-4244. Land by Cheryl Levy Quinte West Public Library, 7 Creswell Drive, Trenton, 1-3pm TWEED Everyone Welcome, bring a friend TWEED LIONS Charity Jamboree Sunday ROBLIN LAKE jamboree & open mic Jan.22, 1-4 pm. At St. Edmunds Hall, Stoco classic country and rock, jan 21, 2-5pm Band-Maurice O’Connell and Friends ameliasburgh town hall, no charge, refresh- Open Mic,Dancing, Canteen $8 ments available come out and perform or TWEED DINERS: Jan 25: St Edmund’s to enjoy the music 613-962-0001 Hall- Stoco, Hungerford Rd. Lunch is at CATCH THE Ace Royal Canadian Le- noon. bring your own plate, cup, and cutgion Br. 110 19 Quinte Street, Trenton lery. Program opened to seniors and adults 613-392-0331 - www.rcl110.ca Played with physical disabilities. Please contact

Community Care for Central Hastings 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register BID EUCHRE thursdays, 1pm.Actinolite Hall, 613-403-1720.

TYENDINAGA SHANNONVILLE - Shannonville Ag. Society is hosting an all-you-can-eat breakfast Jan 22, 8am-12pm, 363 MacFarlane Road, Melrose. Same great menu for $9. 613-477-2485

WARKWORTH JAN 24 Percy Agricultural Society’s Annual General Meeting 7 pm, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Hall, Mill Street, Warkworth NEW members welcome. 905-344-7709 or tracy.russell@ sympatico.ca JAN 26, 10am–1pm Repeats 4th Thursday of every month till June St. Paul’s United Church, 60 Main St, Warkworth, Free Community Kitchen open to everyone opportunity for people to come together monthly to cook, learn and share cooking tips, create nutritious meals, and meet new people. Meals are taken home to share with family members.

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