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14 CADILLAC ATS 29663 Auto, 2.0 4cyl turbo, AWD, keyless entry, alloys, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, tract ctrl, leather, heat seats, AC, dual climate, MP3, sat radio, OnStar, cruise, Bose stereo. 41,535 km

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14 MAZDA 3 GX 29681 Auto, 2.0 4cyl, keyless entry, rear spoil, push btn start, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, Bluetooth, pwr group, steer ctrl. 39,068 km

12 FORD ESCAPE XLT 29582 Auto, 2.5 4cyl, keypad entry, roof rack, alloys, tract ctrl, pwr seats, AC, MP3, sat radio, sync, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks/ mirrors, heat mirrors. 100,871 km

16 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER LTD 29159 Auto, 4.0 6cyl, 7 pass, 4x4, alloys, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, leather, memory seat, heat seats, vent seats, AC, dual climate, nav, rev cam, park aid, Bluetooth, cruise. 28,612 km

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29638 Manual 5spd, 1.8 4cyl TSI, alloys, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, leather, heat seats, AC, MP3, sat radio, Bluetooth, cruise. 57,351 km

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12 CHEVROLET ORLANDO LT

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16 NISSAN FRONTIER $32,495 $ PRO4X 29535 Auto, 4.0 V6, 4x4, crew cab, short box, box liner, alloys pwr roof/ seats, leather, heat seats, AC, dual climate, rev cam, park aid. 16,638 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

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29611 Auto, 2.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, 7pass, hatchback, keyless entry, alloys, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks/ mirrors, cruise. 72,733 km

16 GMC ACADIA SLE 29176E Auto, 3.6 6cyl, 8 pass, AWD, keyless entry, alloys, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, compass, ext temp gauge, cruise, steer ctrl. 55,390 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

14 TOYOTA TUNDRA 1794 EDITION 29271 Auto, 5.7 V8, 4x4, crew cab, short box, alloys, pwr roof, leather, pwr seats, memory seats, heat seats/ mirrors, vent seats, AC, dual climate, nav, rev cam, park aid. 53,582 km

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14 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT 29600 Manual 6spd, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, keyless entry, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, OnStar, pwr windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, steer ctrl. 57,202 km

16 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION 29741 Auto, 2.4 4cyl, keyless entry, roof rack, alloys, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, U-connect, pwr group, heat mirrors, cruise, touch screen. 17,621 km

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15 GMC SAVANA 2500

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29275 Auto, 4.8 8cyl vortec, RWD, running boards, tact ctrl, vinyl floor, bucket seats, AC, AM-FM, pwr windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, steer ctrl, tilt steer. 34,596 km

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29714 Auto, 1.6 4cyl GDI, hatchback, keyless entry, econo mode, heat seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, pwr group, cruise. 38,737 km

60 mths @ 5.9% 0 DOWN + HST

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16 DODGE DURANGO $42,495 $ R/T 29287 Auto, 5.7L V8 Hemi, 7 pass, AWD, fact remote start, alloys, pwr roof/ seats, push btn start, leather, memory seat, heat seat/mirror/steer. 16,536 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

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29618 Auto, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, 7pass, hatchback, keyless entry, alloys, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks/ mirrors, cruise, steer ctrl. 70,946 km

16 JEEP CHEROKEE LTD 29148 Auto, 3.2 V6, alloys, leather, pwr seats, heat seats/mirrors/steer, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, park aid, U-connect, cruise, lane change alert, stop/start engine sys. 8,366 km

14 MERCEDES SPRINTER 3500 29051 Auto, 3.0 6cyl, 2pass, diesel, RWD, keyless entry, airbags, bucket seats, AC, AM-FM, Bluetooth, ext temp gauge, pwr mirrors, steer ctrl. 143,424 km

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84 mths @ 5.9% 0 DOWN + HST

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15 FIAT 500L LOUNGE 28388 4cyl MULTIAIR TURBO, alloys, panoramic roof, leather, heated seats, nav, rev camera, park aid, Bluetooth, cruise, auto. 21,527 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

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15 NISSAN SENTRA S $ 29282 Auto, 1.8 4cyl, keyless entry, tract ctrl, econo mode, AC, CD, MP3, Bluetooth, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, steer ctrl. 2,188 km

15 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT 29296 Auto, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, fact remote start, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, cruise. 61,785 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

12 CHEVY CRUZE LS 29237 Auto, 1.8 4 cyl ecotec, keyless entry, bucket seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks. 92,451 km

14 CADILLAC ATS 29389 Auto, 2.0 4cyl turbo, AWD, alloys, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, heat seats, AC, dual climate, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, OnStar, cruise, touch screen, Bose snd. 24,144 km

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12 CHEVY CRUZE LT 29113 Manual 6spd, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, keyless entry, tract ctrl, bucket seats, AC, CD, MP3, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks/ mirrors, cruise, tilt steer. 91,769 km

15 FORD FOCUS ST 29623 Manual 6spd, 2.0 4cyl turbo, hatchback, keyless entry, alloys, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, leather, heat seats/steer, dual climate, rev cam, park aid, Sync, cruise. 34,880 km

13 VW JETTA TRENDLINE 29255 Auto, 2.0 4 cyl, FWD, keyless entry, alloys, tint windows, bucket seats, heat seats, AC, CD, MP3, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks, cruise, tilt steer. 41,409 km

15 FIAT 500L LOUNGE 28137 Panoramic roof, leather, 4cyl TURBO, heat seats, nav, rev camera, park aid, Bluetooth, cruise, auto. 14,853 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

13 CHEVORLET CRUZE LS 29400 Auto, 1.8 4cyl ecotec, keyless entry, tract ctrl, height adj seat, CD, MP3, sat radio, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks, tilt steer. 99,901 km

14 BUICK VERANO 29362 Auto, 2.4 4cyl, keyless entry, fact remote start, alloys, leather trim seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, cruise, steer ctrl, Intellilink. 34,488 km

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13 TOYOTA PRIUS C 29330 Auto, 1.5 4cyl, hybrid, hatchback, keyless entry, tract ctrl, econo mode, AC, CD, MP3, Bluetooth, pwr windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, steer ctrl. 85,054 km

15 FIAT 500L LOUNGE 28167 Panoramic roof, leather, 4cyl TURBO, heat seats, nav, rev camera, park aid, Bluetooth, cruise, auto. 22,718 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

16 CHEVY CRUZE LT 29314 Auto, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, keyless entry, fog lights, bucket seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, OnStar, compass, ext temp. 29,442 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

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28520 4 cyl Turbo, alloys, pano roof, leather, heat seats, nav, rev cam, park aid, cruise. 20,639 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

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29639 Auto, 2.5 5cyl, keyless entry, alloys, pwr roof, push btn start, tract ctrl, leather, heat seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, nav, rev cam, park aid, Bluetooth, cruise. 90,678 km

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16 VW BEETLE 29319E Auto, 1.8 4cyl TSI, keyless entry, tract ctrl, heat seats, AC, CD, MP3, rev cam, Bluetooth, compass, ext temp gauge, pwr windows. 28,719 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

15 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 29525E Auto, 1.2 3cyl, hatchback, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, Bluetooth, pwr windows/locks/mirrors, steer ctrls, tilt steer, budget buddy. 69,289 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

14 CHEVY CRUZE LT 29229 Auto, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, keyless entry, tract ctrl, bucket seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, cruise, steer ctrl, tilt steer. 25,711 km

11 NISSAN SENTRA 29170A Auto, 2.0 4cyl, alloys, rear spoil, bucket seats, height adj seat, heat seats, AC, CD, MP3, ext temp gauge, pwr windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, steer ctrl. 66,965 km

15 CHRYSLER 200 C 28597 Factory remote start, panoramic roof, leather, heated seats/ steering, nav, rev camera, U-connect, auto, alloys. 29,124 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

16 HONDA ACCORD SPORT 29542 Auto, 2.4 4cyl, fact remote start, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, leather trim seats, heat seats, rev cam, park aid, Bluetooth, cruise, lane keep assist, road depart mit set. 16,495 km

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16 NISSAN ALTIMA SV 29310E Auto, 2.5 4cyl, fact remote start, alloys, pwr roof/seats, push btn start, heat seats/mirrors, dual climate, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam. 34,609 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

16 NISSAN ALTIMA SV 29037E Auto, factory remote start, alloys, push btn start, trac ctrl, pwr seats, heat seats, AC, dual climate, CD, MP3, sat radio. 21,202 km PREVIOUS DAILY RENTAL

14 CADILLAC ATS 29382 Auto, 2.0 4cyl turbo, AWD, keyless entry, alloys, push btn start, leather, pwr seats, heat seats, AC, dual climate, CD, MP3, sat radio, rev cam, park aid, OnStar, cruise. 29,409 km

14 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT 29442 Auto, 1.4 4cyl turbo ecotec, keyless entry, pwr roof, tract ctrl, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, OnStar, compass, ext temp gauge, cruise, steer ctrl, Pioneer stereo. 54,085 km

14 CHEVY CRUZE 29249 Auto, 2.0 4cyl turbo, diesel, fact remote start, alloys, pwr roof, leather, pwr seats, heat seats, AC, CD, MP3, sat radio, nav, rev cam, OnStar, cruise, My Link, touch screen. 45,580 km

14 ACURA RLX TECH PKG 29559 Auto, 3.5 6cyl, keyless entry, alloys, pwr roof, push btn start, leather, memory seats, AC, rev cam, park aid, cruise, heat steer, fwd collision warn, blindspot detect. 64,672 km

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Deferred payments subject to financing. All payments are based on bi-weekly payments. All 2011-2012: 60 mths, 2013: 72 mths, 2014-2015: 84 mths, 2016-2017: 96 mths: P.P.S.A, License and taxes extra. EG: $10,000 + Taxes $1,300 + P.P.S.A. $65 = $11,365 financed over 60 mths at 5.9% = $117.34 Bi-Weekly with a cost of borrowing of $1,962.47 on approved credit. All cash deals are price of vehicle + taxes. Terms & rates are current at time of print. 0 Down + HST. Most 2016 & 2017 vehicles are former daily rentals. Bayview Auto is not responsible for pricing, vehicle option or mileage errors printed in this flyer. Contact dealership for more information.

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Brighton’s ‘Johnny Appleseeds’ recognized by province tiques shop at their farm, which they continue to run today as they enjoy retirement. The GuerBrighton – Since 1960, Bud and Jill tins joke, the neighbours have Guertin have planted more than been “exceptionally kind” as the 50,000 trees. couple has embarked on a variety The local husband and wife, of adventures. who became self-taught farmers “I think we tried beef farmand live on Guertin Road, recently ing for about 15 years or so, but received an award from Forests it was hard to make a proper livOntario for their commitment to ing,” said Bud. tree planting and were recognized To date, the Guertins continue as ‘green leaders for land stewardto enjoy their green space, plantship.’ ing and tending to their trees “Over the years, I guess they as needed and contributing to all add up,” said Jill, who noted the environment. Of course, the she and her husband never really grandkids benefit from all the thought about their tree planting Guertins’ trees too, having fun with too heavy a focus on the numclimbing and picking apples. bers. Landowners like the Guertins There were very few trees on are a positive example for landtheir property initially, recalled owners across Ontario, helping Bud. At first, the couple began by planting trees in the areas where Bud and Jill Guertin have planted more than 50,000 trees on their 240-acre to build a greener future with the “impressive number” of trees the topsoil was gone and for ero- property and were recently recognized as ‘green leaders’ by the province. Sarah Hyatt/Metroland they’ve planted, said Kathryn sion control. out fieldwork, as part of a fishery wildlife crew and McGarry, Minister of Natural Then, they just never stopped. The Guertins now own 240-acres, with all types of Bud was in charge of a forestry crew. Bud started Resources and Forestry in a statement. The Guertins are part of Ontario’s 50 Million trees and Jill jokes, it’s almost like she has her own his career as a forester and Jill as a biologist. As they started their lives together, Bud and Jill Tree Program, administered by Forests Ontario. park. The couple estimates on their own, they’ve just wanted to escape the city life and settle down The program is designed to help reduce costs for planted more than 30,000 trees and around another – they wanted a nice place out in the country to be landowners of large-scale tree planting. Ontario’s program is also part of the United Na30,000, with help from students and the conserva- free and simply enjoy the great outdoors. “I think Bud drew a circle on the map about three tions Billion Tree Campaign. Ontario has committion authorities. Both Bud and Jill are also retired teachers and hours away from Toronto and we started there,” re- ted to planting 50 million trees by 2025. called Jill, as she laughed with her husband. “We’re proud to collaborate with dedicated landemployed students in the summers. And once a connection was made through owners who have worked so hard to put their land Not all of the trees live, the couple clarified. Sometimes you could plant 2,000 trees in a year and Presqu’ile Provincial Park and work, the Guertins to good use,” said CEO of Forests Ontario, Rob knew they found their new home. Keen. “The Guertins are a perfect example of On1,900 might die, they said. When relocating to the area and later taking tarians who are truly making the difference to help Last summer was particularly harsh due to the weather, the couple noted. Still, the Guertins teaching positions at Trenton High School, the combat the effects of climate change.” pair continued on with their passion for forestry The forestry program also helps connects landtrudged on, planting some 500 trees. owners with experienced professionals, to help They met in the summer of 1957 in the Milton through their new home. Over the years, the Guertins went on to cattle manage the planting process and to conduct followarea, where both were conducting inventory fieldwork. Jill was one of the first women hired to carry farming, grew Christmas trees and started an an- up survival assessments. BY SARAH HYATT

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Brighton proposes 2.45 per cent tax levy increase BY SARAH HYATT

Brighton – Council has finally put budget deliberations to bed. As of the end of February, the assumed blended residential tax impact is estimated at a rough 1.99 per cent overall increase, reports director of finance and administrative services Linda Widdifield. The municipal levy will increase by 2.45 per cent. To date, the municipality is still waiting on education and county rates. Staff has been working assuming the county rates will hold and considering how historically education rates have dropped year-over-year. So the overall increase could still change, noted Widdifield. Residential assessments will increase on average 1.907 per cent, so an assessment of $250,000 from 2016, will increase to $254,786 in 2017. The current estimated increase residents are looking at is $60 a year, based on the $250,000 as-

sessment. Following the receipt of the county and education rates, staff will bring the tax rate bylaw to council. Mayor Mark Walas said staff has done great work with the 2017 budget. “We’ve got quite a bit of capital work being done, a lot of roadwork and a lot of repair and replacement being done,” said Walas. The municipality’s total expenditures for 2017 came in at just under $17 million. With revenue deducted, the tax levy sits at $7,440,501. The budget increased for 2017, by just over $280,000. Positive growth is once again helping to lessen the impact for all taxpayers though, said Widdifield. Of the total expenditures for Brighton, public works accounts for the largest chunk of cash, coming in at $5.8 million. Concerning capital expenditures, totaling just over $5.2 million, public works similarly makes up 57 per cent of that total. What this means is a lot of road projects will be undertaken in 2017, said Widdifield. The director described the municipality’s plan for roads in 2017, as a “healthy road reconstruction program.” The mu-

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nicipality will also not be borrowing for upgrades for roads. Some of the roadway improvements highlighted by staff for urban road construction, include the completion of Dundas Street, from Young to Daniels Drive, the completion of Alice Street and Orchard Crescent reconstruction. Several rural roads will also be refreshed through the surface treatment program and will receive ditching and brushing, including Fish Hatchery Road and Guertin Road. Jamieson Road, from Cameron Road to the dead end and Sumach Lane, from Goodrich Road to the dead end, will both be upgraded from gravel surfaces. Both Telephone Road, from County Road 30 to Waites Road and Whites Road, from Scriver Road, will get some work done too. Several other rural roads also made the list. Funds for enhanced maintenance is a highlight for the 2017 budget, reports Widdifield. An additional $100,000 has been allocated for brushing and ditching work, with some work being completed in house this year. A $100,000 increase for sidewalk maintenance, just for repairs and refinishing some sidewalks is also in the budget.

Big-hearted Brightonians help in Canada’s North BY SARAH HYATT

Brighton – Alfred Gregg’s legacy of “looking after the little guys” lives on and soon will reach kids as far as Nunavut. For decades, Gregg took care of kids through his skate sharpening shop at the King Edward Park Arena. He was also a well known hockey fan and coach for a number of years. In his memory, a mountain of bags and boxes filled with hockey equipment was donated recently and will be sent to Nunavut. Jim and Marie Marquardt took over the skate shop after Gregg, fearing it may otherwise close. They wanted to carry on Gregg’s legacy and recognized the shop’s value for the community and young hockey players. Like Gregg, the Marquardts carry on “looking after the little guys,” said Jim, trying to make sure hockey is affordable for all the youngsters who want to play. The shop also takes in a lot of equipment

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and gear from kids who outgrow it. And while a lot of the gear gets donated back to kids in the community, the shop was getting so full of donated gear, there was getting to be no room left, joked Jim. That’s why in memory of Gregg, the Marquardts, East Northumberland Secondary School (ENSS) and the ENSS Interact Club teamed up recently to make some room in the shop and help out some kids in Nunavut. The group got the gear ready to ship out on Friday, March 3. Through a partnership with CFB Trenton, an array of equipment and gear – everything from goalie pads, helmets, sweaters, pants, gloves, sticks and at least 50-60 pairs of skates are being shipped off. “A lot of the stuff, it’s like brand new,” said Jim. “Wherever we can help kids get the opportunity to play, we want to.” Watching the boxes and bags get loaded up from the arena on Friday, knowing the difference the gear will make for some kids, it’s a

pretty amazing feeling, said Jim. Pamela Vanderburg, a teacher at ENSS explains the needs are many for several communities within Nunavut. Through the ‘Needs of the North’ and ENSS Native studies programs and in conjunction with CFB Trenton, local residents are trying to help. Vanderburg and Debbie Kilmer are facilitators of the programs. CFB Trenton makes sure donations are possible and take up 700 pounds worth of items, during flying exercises and trips to the north. And without CFB Trenton, a shipment like the one in memory of Gregg, could cost around $2,000, noted Vanderburg. “So we’re really grateful,” said Vanderburg on Friday, ecstatic about the shipment of gear that will go to Nunavut. “Every community loves hockey. This is just really great.” Vanderburg is hopeful the group will be able to sort out equipment, so two-to-three communities will benefit from the donation and so more kids will have the chance to play. In coming months, the dedicated group will be looking to send another shipment, focusing on baby clothes, books, winter clothing and more sports equipment, said Vanderburg. She will take donations at any time. In addition, in the near future the group is hoping to make a connection with a community in western Nunavut, which recently lost its only school after a fire in Kugaaruk, noted Vanderburg. For every war, there are many who bravely and proudly leave their loved TRUSS & FLOOR ones behind to protect For Professional, Friendly Service, Contact the freedoms that we as Canadians are afforded.

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Trump just may be going too far this time Editorial by Chris Malette Another week another whistle stop on the crazy train that is the Donald Trump presidency. This time, the president who is weekly leading many to question his intelligence and mental stability, may be about to seriously impact Canada in a way few of us here on the shores of the Great Lakes could imagine. Reports out of the U.S. say Trump and his acolytes who view environmental protection as hippy hair-braiding are about to gut the agencies that protect and improve the very health of 20 per cent of the planet’s fresh drinking water – The Great Lakes. In the first widespread exposure of the nefarious plans of the Trump administration to gut environmental protection, the Detroit Free Press published portions of a story last Thursday from the original work done by Oregonian environmental reporter Rob Davis, who obtained leaked documents that show proposed cuts across the board for the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA, of course, is now to be the Trump administration’s whipping boy, chief among the despised federal agencies that Trump and his band of climate change deniers and anti-environmentalism thugs will gut like a piñata to fund tax breaks for industry and provide massive increases in spending for the US’s already bloated military goliath. The National Association of Clean Air Agencies confirmed that an initial proposal from the White House Office of Management and Budget calls for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to be cut from $300 million a year to about $10 million. Also, the Washington Post reported last week that the White House was looking at cutting the EPA budget from $8.2 billion to $6.1 billion and reducing staffing by 3,000 employees as it looks to increase funding for the military and slash regulations on everything from industrial inspections to the coast guard and agricultural oversight. Remember, here in the region that hugs the north shore of Lake Ontario, if the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative is targeted for such a drastic reduction, say experts, it would decimate a program that has helped pay to restore wetlands and improve water quality across the Great Lakes basin. It may be based in the U.S. and funded by federal tax dollars there, but 80 to 90 per cent of the pollution and nutrient loading in the lakes originates there. It’s the old sleeping with an elephant thing – every aspect

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Brighton – In the wake of some councillors expressing concerns over Mayor Mark Walas’ new initiative known as ‘Coffee with the Mayor,’ Walas is looking to set the record straight. Walas was absent for a recent budget meeting, during which councillors raised concerns over whether the mayor should be using the King Edward Park Community Centre for the new initiative. “On different occasions, all of council have expressed a need to improve communication with the community,” said Walas in an interview after the meeting. Walas announced the initiative at the municipality’s New Year’s levee, at which he noted some councillors, including John Martinello and Brian Ostrander were not present. The idea for the initiative was actually suggested to Walas, said the mayor, by Brightonian Betty McGill-Down. “I thought it was a great idea and so I brought it forward at the levee,” said Walas. The Coffee with the Mayor sessions, which just began and are to run a monthly basis at the community centre, aim to offer residents the opportunity to meet with the mayor in a less formal setting and offer people the chance to voice concerns, ask questions and suggest ideas for the town. This is a new communication tool, nothing more, said Walas.

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tended the first Coffee with the Mayor session with a friend, said they see the initiative as a positive movement for the town. Not everyone wants to stand up in front of a bunch of people and voice concerns in a potentially confrontational setting, she said. McGill-Down recalled how she was heading to the drop-in centre, when she ran into Walas just before Christmas and the idea for Coffee with the Mayor evolved. McGill-Down suggested the mayor come visit with folks at the drop-in centre and chat over coffee. The group then exchanged thoughts and ideas with the mayor, shared in a few laughs, said the resident, and did so in a relaxed setting, which was not confrontational, but simply friendly and productive. “It was quite nice,” as was the first Coffee with the Mayor session, said McGill-Down. Sometimes residents may have difficult questions, noted the Brightonian. McGill-Down doesn’t believe the sessions, if held in the mayor’s office, would be as relaxed. The community centre has ample parking, noted McGill-Down. The first session was like a round table discussion she explained.

The idea is, residents can speak with the mayor, ask questions, report concerns, have simple conversations over coffee and then Walas can take that information back to council. The goal is to promote and foster better communication within the municipality, insists the mayor. Walas predicted only positives would come from meeting with residents through the initiative, as this was something that is meant to benefit the entirety of the municipality, he said. Under the Municipal Act, the mayor’s interpretation of his role is to promote the municipality and he believes through an initiative such as this, this is exactly what he’s doing. “I did, I thought it was a great idea, a great communication tool and it’s very innocent,” said Walas. Availability for the community centre was looked at with director of parks and recreation, Jim Millar and CAO Walas noted that he bought the coffee and Bill Watson and Walas no issues were foreseen in hosting the Coffee with the Timbits for residents who attended the sesMayor sessions at the centre, he said. sions from the new Tim Hortons in BrighResidents like McGill-Down, who also at- ton.

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Keep your heart running strong into your golden years Heart health should be a concern for people of all ages, but especially so for men and women over 50. That’s because, according to the American Heart Association, even men and women who are free of cardiovascular disease at age 50 are at a significant lifetime risk of developing the disease. But heart disease does not have to be an accepted by product of aging. For example, a 2014 study published in the AHA journal Circulation found that maintaining or increasing physical activity after age 65 can improve the heart’s well-being and lower risk of heart attack. In addition to increasing physical activity as they age, older men and women who understand heart disease and learn to recognize its symptoms have a greater chance of minimizing its affects and lowering their risk of having a heart attack. What are the symptoms of heart disease? Heart disease is a blanket term used to describe a host of conditions, so symptoms vary depending on each individual condition. The following are some of the more widely known conditions and their symptoms: • Hypertension: Also known as high blood pressure, hypertension is a largely symptomless form of heart disease. The AHA notes that the idea that hypertension produces symptoms such as difficulty sleeping, facial flushing, nervousness, and sweating is a misconception. Symptoms typically do not alert men and women to the presence of hypertension, highlighting the emphasis men and women should place on

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Belleville - It was an over-the-top glamorous event Saturday at Sears Atrium as more than 300 supporters and sponsors gathered for the annual Quinte Childrens Foundation Guardian Angel Gala. Guests of honour were Guardian Angels Ken and Cynthya Schmidt. There was more than $46,000 raised in the live auction auctioneer by Boyd Sullivan, alone, and tallying carried on Sunday for the dozens of items in silent auctions spread throughout the glittering venue. It is believed close to $200,000 may be the final total for the event, said one organizer. Owner/operators of McDonald’s in Quinte West and Brighton, the Schmidts have sponsored numerous charities, including: Junior Mac’s Learn to Skate Program; purchasing a Martin 16 sailboat for Quinte Sailability; and funding for the Trenton Splash Pad.

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Brighton – With Annie, Transformers and Footloose-inspired routines, the Brighton and District Figure Skating Club made magic unfold at the King Edward Park Arena on the weekend. On Saturday, March 4, skaters demonstrated what they’ve learned this past year for the community, family and friends, during the club’s grand-finale and year-end skating carnival, bringing some big screen classics to life on the ice with this year’s theme ‘Welcome to the Movies.’ “It’s just a great way for the kids to show off what they’ve learned and to have some fun with it,” said Donna Cronin, president for the club. What’s more, often the year-end carnival offers grandparents and loved ones the chance to see the kids perform for the first time or sometimes, for the first time since last year, added Cronin. It’s often a special experience for families and the kids, to hear the feedback from loved ones who are often “amazed” looking back to the first night, when kids were just learning to stand on the ice and now at the carnival, are skating the length of the arena, touching their toes and more, said Cronin. The two-hour plus program on the weekend featured an array of demonstrations, with solo and group performances and both the beginners and seniors hitting the ice to put a show for the

community, concluding the skaters season. The club starts back up again with registration in September. Skaters start their season on the first Wednesday after Thanksgiving. “The show is also our way of thanking the community for its support,” said Cronin. The club had more than 50 figure skaters this season, three-years-old and up, and with some skaters coming from Grafton and Trenton. Established in 1970, last Cronin checked the Brighton club is one of the last few recreational clubs left in the country. “Our mission is to help kids learn to skate and make sure they have fun, in a safe and caring environment,” said Cronin. “And we never turn a child (Left-to-right) Molly Patrick, Leah Hadwen, Madison Hengeveld and Jesaway who wants to skate.” Figure skating is an expensive sport but the sica Vanlingen perform a Footloose-inspired routine, during the BrighBrighton club with coaches with varying levels of ton and District Figure Skating Club’s skating carnival. Sarah Hyatt/Metroland expertise, focus more on affordability and ensuring all kids can learn to skate and hone their skills Currently the club still has some tickets up for grabs for a bus in a fun way, explains the president. going to the Stars on Ice in Toronto on May 5, for those who As a non-profit, the organization does depend on fundraising interested in supporting the club and catching the show. to sustain the club. New this year, the club will be fundraising Those interested can call Cronin at 613-475-4974. over the summer months.

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Campbellford's midget team on a tear, OMHA championship in sight BY JOHN CAMPBELL

Campbellford – The Campbellford Colts completed their third straight series sweep in the playdowns last weekend to advance to the OMHA midget CC championship. The Colts won a pair in Walkerton after opening the six-point series with a win at home a week earlier. Sam Brunton made 19 saves for the shutout and Nolan Beamish, Haydon Baptie and Dawson Turcotte provided the offence in the team's 3-0 triumph Feb. 26. Campbellford defeated 5-1 two days earlier with Philip Boivin in net. He stopped 25 shots. Ethan Conte and Zack Nicholson each scored twice, and Cameron Gorton closed out the scoring. Turcotte collected two assists. “They're an awesome group of kids,” coach Ben McKeown said. “Good mentality. They aren't happy unless they play their best hockey.”

Even after taking the series opener 4-2, they were a subdued bunch in the dressing room because they realized they hadn't played to their full potential “and knew they had to play better,” he said. Which they did in Walkerton. Their opponents tried to intimidate them “but it didn't work out because our guys are a little stronger than they are,” McKeown said, “and very, very disciplined.” The team had a rule at the beginning of the season that if any player took a stupid penalty, he would sit for five minutes. “We only had to sit a kid once for a stupid penalty all playoffs which says a lot for this age group,” McKeown said. The Colts are also “very fast and very talented. We have some guys that can lay the body but we don't go out of our way like a lot of teams do.” The team finished the regular season with a record of 15-3-4 in the Eastern Ontario Minor Hockey League, just two points

behind Ennismore in the 15-team circuit. Most of the Colts also play for the high school team, which is in the hunt for a championship as well. Six team members are from Norwood, which didn't have a midget team this season. McKeown, 24, was a member of Campbellford's last midget squad to win a provincial title, in 2010, when it defeated Tavistock. Campbellford could meet Tavistock again. It's up two games to none in its series with Goderich. McKeown said the championship will probably begin March 11-12, with home advantage to be determined by a coin toss. His players are “very focused” on earning another banner for Campbellford. “They're embracing the challenge for sure,” he said. Campbellford began its march to the final with three-game sweeps of North Frontenac and Brighton.

Local wrestlers medal at OFSAA Brampton - Two Bay of Quinte wrestlers reached the podium at the OFSAA championships which wrapped up on the weekend at the Powerade Centre in Brampton. Centennial’s Alex Dodson won bronze in the male 89-kilo weight class; Trenton’s Taryn McLachlan also finished third, competing in the female 83-kilo category. Quinte Saints’ Caleb Goodfellow wrestled with a broken toe in a heavyweight division, placing sixth in the male 95-kilo division. In the final overall team standings, Trenton finished in the top-15 in the girls group at 11th.

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You can count your calories when eating out – it’s law BY STEPHEN PETRICK

Belleville – Quick: which has more calories, a Boston cream doughnut or an apple fritter? An apple fritter at Tim Hortons contains 310 calories, so if you’re trying to slim down, you may want to try the Boston cream, with just 220 calories. This information is conveniently available to consumers after new Ontario legislation that requires most food premises to post calorie counts on regular menu items. It came into effect at the start of the year. It’s legislation that public health officials look forward to enforcing, as it’s designed to help people make healthy choices. The topic generated discussion at a Hastings Prince Edward Public Health board meeting on Wednesday, March 1, when program managers Roberto Almeida and Jillian Gumbley gave a presentation on healthy menu labelling legislation. Although HPEPH food inspectors aren’t out enforcing the legislation yet, they soon will be, Almeida said. “They’ll have to study hard before they go out, because this is very technical,” he said. “It’s kind of complicated, but we’ll work through it.” The legislation forces food premises with 20 or more menu times to post the calorie counts on regular menu items. This applies, obviously, to restaurants and fast food chains. Most big franchises, including Tim Hortons, are already complying. But, the legislation gets more complicated when it comes to dealing with other businesses, such as grocery stores or food trucks. For instance, Almeida said, a grocery store that sells meat at a deli would not necessarily have to post calorie contents. However, if that deli is selling take out sandwiches it would. There are also exemptions to the rule – made so not to put a financial strain on small businesses that can’t afford to constantly reprint menus. For instance, a food premises that operates for less than 60 days of the calendar year is exempt from the rule. This would free up a

food truck that shows up only at special summer events. Food premises within schools, day care or correctional facilities are also exempt, as they’re already bound by different legislation that requires them to offer healthy choices. The issue got board members talking, with many agreeing that the legislation is a good idea. The board also passed a motion to write to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to seek more clarity on why schools are exempt from the legislation. Almeida said Public Health staff have already participated in Ministry-led webinars to train staff on how the legislation should be enforced. In the time between now and when staff are ready to enforce the bylaw, citizens can file complaints to the health unit if they see a food premise that’s not complying. Those complaints will be forwarded to Ministry authorities for now. Right now, the health unit and the Ministry are working on education campaigns, to ensure food premise owners and the public understand the legislation. “We, as health units, are supposed to follow up and support that public education campaign however we see fit,” Almeida said. FACTBOX Ontario’s Healthy Menu Choices Act, passed in 2015 and brought into effect at the start of 2017, was born out of concern over overweight and obesity rates. Nearly one-third of Canadian children were overweight or obese in 2009-2011 and about 30 per cent of children were overweight or obese. The Act asks food premises to post the following message by their menus. “Adults and youth (ages 13 and over) need an average of 2,000 calories a day and children (ages 4 to 12) need an average of 1,500 calories a day. However, individual needs may vary. Full details on the legislation is available at https://www.ontario.ca/ laws/regulation/r16050?_ga=1.105 Calories, such as these on menu items at Tim Hortons drive-thru, are on full display for customers to make informed dining choices. 802243.1080976411.1454609642 Chris Malette/Metroland

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Rural residents could see 40-50% hydro rate cut: Rinaldi

MPP Lou Rinaldi. John Campbell/Metroland

BY JOHN CAMPBELL

Northumberland-Quinte West – Residents will begin paying 25 per cent less for their hydro this June as the provincial government responds to persistent criticism over the high cost of electricity. The reduction announced last

week includes the eight per cent the government introduced in January when it began issuing rebates for provincial sales tax on hydro bills, but the overall savings will be even larger depending on where you live, MPP Lou Rinaldi said.

“Every household, every small mom-and-pop business, every agricultural account will receive a minimum 25 per cent (reduction),” he said, but those “in rural areas with very low density, which is a good chunk of our neighbourhood ... will see additional

relief – it could be up to 40 to 50 per cent.” The “big difference is in the delivery charge” which his government is “smoothing out” so that it will be “roughly the same” throughout Ontario, Rinaldi said. The Liberal MP, who lives in a home with electric heat in a low density area east of Brighton, said he’s currently paying a delivery charge “probably three times higher than someone who lives in an urban area.” His government is also doubling the amount of relief it provides people with low incomes who need help paying their hydro bills. A single person earning below $22,000, for example, will receive $100 a month, not $50, when the different initiatives take effect. The money to pay for that will come out of general revenues. “We figure social programs should not be subsidized by ratepayers,” Rinaldi said. The government is also extending the length of time it will take to pay off the debt it incurred upgrading the energy system and to meet commitments it made with long-term green energy contracts that are costing it more than the revenue they generate. The repayment schedule will be stretched from 20 years to 30

years and will cost an extra $1.4 billion a year maximum in interest payments. “It’s just like refinancing your mortgage,” Rinaldi said. Hydro bills will be less -- with increases tied to the rate of inflation – “but we are going to pay more in the long run,” he acknowledged. “What we’re saying is why should today’s generation absorb the whole burden of energy supply?” By spreading out the costs over the actual lifespan of the infrastructure “everybody will pay their fair share for the time they are a customer,” Rinaldi said. His government has spent a considerable amount rebuilding the system while shutting down coal-fired power plants to improve air quality in Ontario, which he said made it difficult to keep hydro bills from rising – roughly double what they were a decade ago. “If it was easy it would have been done a long time ago,” said Rinaldi, who intimated the Liberals are not yet done. “This is something that is so important we’re still not finished,” he said. “We’re going to keep on looking for ways to improve the system, improve the rates ... If there are other opportunities we will follow them through whenever that might be.”

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Reducing hydro rates seen as “a small step” toward long-term solution

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Water fountains good. Water bottles bad Dear Editor, During a recent visit to the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, I was most impressed to see the new signs attached to the hydration stations. Excellent! They explain the numerous reasons why we should all be using reusable water bottles rather than the planet-destroying plastic bottles. Each sign contains different information. A digital counter attached to the water station is updated each time someone refills their reusable bottle showing how many plastic bottles have been saved at that particular station. A novel,

but very effective awareness tool. All visitors to the QSWC should make a point of reading the signs. The unnecessary use of single-use plastic water bottles is a huge worldwide problem that must be addressed. The Quinte Chapter of Council of Canadians congratulates the City of Belleville, and in particular the Green Task Force, for taking such positive action in this regard. May this awareness and willingness to act spread across our community. Jennifer Sturgeon Council of Canadians Quinte

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Trent Hills – Jeff Hamilton, chair of Trent Hills and District Chamber of Commerce and plant manager of Dart Cup in Campbellford, said he’s “pleased” Premier Kathleen Wynne’s government “has finally decided to address” the issue of “spiralling hydro rates.” However, his group and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce will still push for change and insist the government “continue to look at ways to put a permanent cost reduction in place to ensure long-term sustainability,” he said. Re-amortizing Hydro One’s debt over a longer period of time won’t alleviate the concerns of businesses which include hydro rates that remain “a barrier for growth,” Hamilton said. “We need to get to the root causes of why we got to where we are today.” Hydro rates have a “severe effect on our costs” which can’t be passed on entirely to customers in the price of its finished goods, he said. Among the new measures announced last week that will see residential hydro bills cut by 25 per cent this summer was an expansion of the Industrial Conservation Initiative program. “There were special incentives for industry before but the threshold for the amount of usage was quite high,” MPP Lou Rinaldi said. The threshold is being lowered from 1 mW to 500 kW to target small manufacturing and industrial consumers. “The majority of businesses should qualify for some kind of reduction and that’s based on time of use,” as well as “other caveats,” Rinaldi said. Hamilton estimated the hydro bill at Dart’s Campbellford plant has increased by 20 to 30 per cent. There are other places in North America that “make things attractive to do business,” he noted.

“There are no plans at this time for Dart to go anywhere,” having been in the community for more than 30 years, but the reality is that while it “might be able to ... weather the storm, a lot of businesses can’t.” The provincial government “recognized that Ontario has had enough” by reducing hydro rates even further but it “was a small step,” Hamilton said. “We want to see long-term sustainability.” Trent Hills Mayor Hector Macmillan, who’s been a fierce critic of the government’s handling of the Hydro One portfolio, said its latest move “may perhaps be too little too late” as the Liberals prepare for next year’s election. Their motivation was “purely political, not that it wasn’t also the right thing to do,” he said. “If it wasn’t so blatantly clear that Ontarians are pissed right off it never would have happened because this government has been that arrogant ... We have told them time and time again this is not affordable, it’s not reasonable.” Macmillan cited “a list of boondoggles the last decade,” including the decision to sell off 60 per cent of Hydro One to pay down debt and to fund infrastructure projects. “When a corporation starts to sell off its assets off the end is near. What do you do for an encore?” he said, “especially when its a successful revenue generator. Now you’ve lost that income as well.” Rinaldi acknowledged the challenges being faced by companies as well as their “struggles” but he noted “Ontario is still the number one place (in Canada) for foreign investments” and has the lowest industrial and commercial taxes in the country. “When you look at the big picture, things are not all that drastic,” he said, adding: “Can we do better? Absolutely.

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EVENTS BELLEVILLE ISLAM UNDERSTOOD Open HouseMarch 11th,12pm-4pm Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle St. BELLEVILLE TOYSHOW March 12th 10-4pm Masonic Lodge 132 Foster Ave In support of Gleaners Foodbank $2 donation or a non-perishable food item 30 vendor tables of lego,toys comics and videogames MARCH 12TH, Belleville Legion St. Patrick Celebration 1-3 pm. Music by the Shadowz. Irish Stew. Everyone welcome, age of majority event BELLEVILLE CLUB 39 Top Shelf on Mar. 10th RCL Br. 99 132 Pinnacle St. (upstairs) 8pm-Midnight Singles & Couples welcome. Members $10 non Members $12 Lunch will be served 613-396-0162 or 613-966-6596 BAY OF Quinte Squadron will be at the Quinte RV & Boat Show March 10-12. Two 3 evening courses Pleasure Craft Operator Card held after the show 613966-9051 NORTH LAKESHORE Chorus, a community choir based in Eastern Ontario, looking for singers for Canada 150/Vimy 100 concert series during June in Whitby, Cobourg and Kingston. Rehearsals will be held in May. Deadline for registrations March 10th. 613-389-7465 cshragge@ gmail.com MEETING OF the Quinte Amateur Radio Club 7pm, March 15, Loyalist College, Pioneer building, room P2. show & tell and nostalgia night, so bring along any old and new equipment or items of interest. 70th anniversary this year. www.qarc. on.ca Everyone welcome. MEETING OF Quinte Grannies for Africa March 11 St Thomas Church. breakfast/ social time 830am regular meeting 9am. all welcome, bring coffee mug. OSTOMY SUPPORT group of Belleville and area monthly meeting March 12 at 2PM Rm P21 Quinte Business Centre, Loyalist College. share your expert advice with other Ostomates. BUS TRIP To Canada Blooms & National Home Show March 10, 2 Great Shows At One Location Direct Energy Centre, Toronto Bus & Admission $65 613-4786850 or Email info@tweedhort.ca Pickups in Tweed and Belleville LIONS CLUB, every 2nd and 4th Tues. dinner and meeting. 2nd Tues. catered dinner, 4th Tues. pot luck. both at 7p.m. Meeting 7:45 p.m. 119 Station Street. 613 962-6559 MEALS ON Wheels Belleville: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday a hot meal delivered to your door around noon. Frozen meals available for delivery. 613-969-0130 QUINTE REGION Crokinole Club, every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Quinte Wellness Centre, Cannifton Rd., Belleville. http:// www.qrcc.ca . 613-967-7720 or 613-8490690. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Belleville General Hospital Auxiliary seeks adults and students 16+ to volunteer in a variety of hospital settings, daytime Monday to

Friday. Some weekend shifts available. 613-969-7400 ext 2297 www.qhc.on.ca MONTHLY DOODLING sessions, 3rd Thursday of month. Bring your creations, tools of the trade. Free sessions, 10 a.m.12 p.m., John M. Parrott Art Gallery. comeau_rachel@hotmail.com or www. facebook.com/groups/thedoodlegroup/

FRANKFORD LEGION: Mondays Cribbage 1pm. Tuesdays, Euchre 1pm; Line dancing 7pm. Wednesdays, Seniors¹ Euchre 1 pm; Open Snooker 7pm. Thursdays Ladies Pool and Mens Darts 7pm. Fridays Mixed Fun Darts 7pm. GENTLE YOGA, Suitable for everyone. Classes every Tuesday 1pm, Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Frankford. 613-398-6407 BRIGHTON MOONSHOT EUCHRE every WednesTRINITY-ST. ANDREW’S United Church day, 1pm. Tournaments Every 3rd Sunday Clothing Depot, 58 Prince Edward Street, of the Month, 1pm. Frankford Lions Club Store hours: Wednesday, 10-2, Thursday, 10-2, Friday, 10-6pm Saturday, 10-1. All GRAFTON your donations welcome during business MARCH 14 Grafton Horticultural Societyhours. Volunteering? 613-242-5387 Pruning & Planting Propagation of Native TODDLER AND Preschooler Dental Trees and Shrubs 7-9pm free, Everyone Screening, March 13, 10am-Noon, On- is welcome. St. Andrew’s United Church tario Early Years Centre 170 Main St. 137 Old Danforth Road. 1-866-888-4577 SEXUAL HEALTH Clinic, March 14, HASTINGS 10 am-Noon. The clinic provides clients HASTINGS LEGION March 12th Open with confidential access to sexual health Jam Session ft. Norm and the boys. bring instruments. Door; noon, jammin: 2 pm. services. 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1205. TOBACCO TALKS Quit-Smoking Sup- ONTARIO TURTLE Conservation Centre port Program, March 15, 1 pm, Brighton Hastings Civic Centre March 16 9amHealth Service Centre 1st Floor, 170 Main noon meet two OTCC turtles, participate in activities St. 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1518. HASTINGS BRANCH Library March CAMPBELLFORD Break ‘Makerspace’ Kids Workshop NUTRITION AND Osteoporosis March March 11, 10:30–11:45am. Make and 14, 2pm @ the Trent Hills Library 98 Take Home wooden Scooter ages 5 to 12 Each participant to be accompanied by an Bridge St. INDOOR WALKING and Exercise Pro- adult 16 or older. bring your own small gram at St. John’s United Church Audi- hammer. Space is limited. 705-696-2111 torium every Tuesday and Friday from ST. GEORGE’S Church, Hastings, weekly 10-11am. Please bring clean, comfortable used book sale every Wednesday, 10am shoes. 50 Bridge St. W. 705-653-2283 - 2pm. Books priced at bargain prices. CAMPBELLFORD LEGION Br 103, Enter at rear of church. 34 Bridge St 705 653 2450. Thurs 730 TOPS (TAKE Off Pounds Sensibly) meetpm open 8-ball, Sunday 3-7 pm open ings Wednesdays at the Trinity United Church, Hastings. Weigh-in 5:00-5:45pm Jam Session No cover TOBACCO TALKS Quit-Smoking Sup- meeting 6:00-7:00 pm. Join anytime. (705) port Program, March 9, 1 pm, Campbellford 696-3359 Community Resource Centre 65 Bridge SALVATION ARMY Lunch, 11:30AM 1:00PM on the 2nd and the 4th Friday St. E. 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1518. TOBACCO TALKS Quit-Smoking Sup- from September to June, Civic Centre, port Program, March 16, 1 pm, Camp- Hastings. Soup, sandwiches, salad, dessert, bellford Community Resource Centre 65 coffee, tea and juice. Everyone welcome Bridge St. E. 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1518.

CODRINGTON NORTH BRIGHTON Seniors Club looking for new members. Meeting 3rd Wednesday of month. Potluck lunch at noon followed by short business meeting, guest speakers and cards. Other social events through the year. 613-475-4631.

COLBORNE FREE EXERCISE Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:15– 9:45am, Keeler Centre, Colborne. Designed for seniors or those with physical limitations. (905) 355-2989. EVERY SATURDAY is Meat Draw, Colborne Legion. Draws at 3pm, 4pm and 5pm. $8.00 for nine chances to win. Everyone is welcome.

HAVELOCK

YOUTH DANCE, Ages 10-15, $5 per person March 10 7-10pm Chaperoned Event DJ Music and Snack Bar Havelock Legion TRADITIONAL COUNTRY Music Jam Sessions Ol Town Hall, Matheson and Oak Streets, Havelock, every Wednesday. Doors open 12, tunes begin 1pm. Bring your instruments (excluding drums), your voice, your song book Musicians, vocalists and visitors welcomed and encouraged

MADOC

CUSTOMER SERVICE workshop, how to balance work/home life and stress, March 9 9:30am-1pm Madoc Public Library lower level. RSVP limited seating, madocchamber@gmail.com or 613-473-1616 MADOC LEGION Branch 363 Dart FRANKFORD Tournament March 12. Registration is TOPS (TAKE off Pounds Sensibly), 10am and play begins 11 SHARP. RanWednesday, Anglican Church Hall, 60 dom Draw for teams; Entry Fee $5 and N Trent Frankford, weigh-in 3-3:30pm. there will be a 50/50 draw. Refreshments will be available and Everyone Welcome. meeting 3:30-4:30 p.m.

BLOOD PRESSURE Clinic, March 15: 47 Wellington St, Room 9:30-11:30am. 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register MADOC DINERS: March 13: St John’s Anglican Church Hall. Lunch at noon. bring your own plate, cup, and cutlery. 1-800-554-1564 IRISH KITCHEN Party Live Irish, Celtic, Folk Music, Stories, Family Fun! 11 March Art Centre Hastings in Madoc Doors open 6pm, Show starts 6:30. Door Prizes, 50/50 draw, Silent Auction, Refreshments Admission $5, Tickets Madoc Lions Members or 613-473-1206 Limited Tickets ROYAL CANADIAN Legion Br 363 Madoc: Mixed Darts every Thursday 7 pm. Random draw for teams. CROKINOLE: THIRD Friday of every month, 8 p.m. at Trinity United Church (side entrance), St. Lawrence St. East. $2.50/person. Door prizes. Light lunch.

MARMORA MARMORA & Lake Public Library March Break Program Drum City Story-time March 14 10:30-11:30. Family Games Night March 15 5:30-7.Food for Thought March 16 2-4 Make & enjoy pizza and icecream! Limited space registration required. 613472-3122 or info@marmoralibrary.ca MARMORA CROWE Valley Lions Open Mic March 12 1 –4.30pm Marmora Community Centre Victoria St. good dance area,50/50 draw,sandwiches,coffee,tea LCBO. Bring instruments. 613-472-2377 OPEN MIC March 10 7pm Marmora and Area Curling Club, 2 Crawford Drive. Come & join the great line-up of musicians or just enjoy the entertainment. No cover charge. BLOOD PRESSURE Clinic: March 14: Caressant Care 58 Bursthall St, 9:30-11am. 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register BINGO EVERY Monday Marmora Legion Early birds start at 7PM Chase the Ace every Friday Tickets on sale noon to 8PM Draw at 8:30PM Mixed Darts every Friday 1PM and 7PM now open Sunday’s 1-5PM

STIRLING

bellnet.ca TRENTON HORTICULTURAL Society meets March 16, Trenton United Church, 85 Dundas Street East, at 7pm Quinte Botanical Gardens Guests welcome SEWING SOCIAL, Tuesdays, 1-4pm, Trenton Library Bring your sewing machine your selected project, extension cord. Beginners welcome. kristar@quintewest.ca OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meeting every Tuesday and Friday, 9:15 a.m. Seniors Centre, Bay St., Trenton. www.oa.org

TWEED TWEED & Area Heritage Centre, 40 Victoria St. N Mark Robinson, of Eldorado exhibit of 45 paintings. Showing during March and April, Monday-Saturday 9amnoon, 1-5 pm. Free admission. TUESDAY BID euchre at 7pm and Thursday regular euchre at 1 pm Actinolite hall. 613 403-1720. CANCELLED: MARCH 5, April 2, May 7, Actinolite Country Music. Thank you to our supporters. TREE & Shrub Seedlings Native species available. Sold in bundles of 10 seedlings. Deciduous trees & shrubs $12.50/bundle; evergreens $10/bundle. $10 S&H fee per order. 613-394-3915 ext 252, ewa.bednarczuk@ltc.on.ca or www.ltc.on.ca LADIES AUXILIARY of Tweed Legion Open Bingo March 16 7pm in the Upstairs Hall. Drop in and win $1,000! TWEED LEGION in-house Sports Pool League on Wednesday at 6:30, Shuffleboard Thursday 7, Darts Friday 7:30. Euchre bi-weekly Saturdays all of our in-house events are open to everyone, 613-478-1865 DO YOU struggle to lose weight? Have a history of yo-yo dieting? Eat out of emotions? Free Craving Change workshop at Gateway CHC to change your thinking to change your eating habits. Info: the Dietitian at 613-478-1211 ext. 228. TWEED TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Mondays, 10-11:30 am, 23 McCamon Avenue, Tweed (Hillside Apartments) Common Room. Weight loss, Support Food and Exercise plans. $2 per week. 613-478-9957. SENIOR MEN’S Huff and Puff Exercise Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 AM, Land O’ Lakes Curling Club. Light weights available, bring your own mat. 7/class or $40 monthly: 613-478-5994

MARCH 11 Stirling Club 55 and Over Moonshot euchre in Springbrook Hall at 1:00.Refreshments available, all welcome. ANNUAL MEETING, Farmtown Park, 437 West Front Street, March 15 at 1:30 pm. STIRLING CLUB 55 and Over regular euchre every Wednesday Stirling Legion TYENDINAGA 1pm. $2 to play, prizes and treats.monthly FREE LUNCH Time Fitness with Active birthday celebrations. 613-395-3559 membership at the Tyendinaga Fitness Resource Centre. $20 for seniors (55 +) TRENTON $30.00 for adults no taxes or contracts VON DINERS Lunch Trenton Lion’s Open to the Public. Stop in classes 12:15pm Hall March 15 12pm. Hot meal $8, free Monday to Thursday. (613) 962-2822 transportation can be arranged. bring own plate, mug, and utensils. 613-392-4181 WARKWORTH to reserve by March 10. Special quest WARKWORTH MAPLE Syrup Supservers will be the Mayor and Council. per March 10, St. Paul’s United Church. ST. PATRICK’S Day Dance featuring live 5 -7 pm. Tickets $15 adults, $6 children band The Reasons March 11, 8pm RCL ages 6-12. Children under age 5 free. Br. 110, 19 Quinte St. advance tickets $8 705-924-2623 or 705-924-3843, https:// for Legion Members, $10 for Non-Legion stpaulswarkworth.ca/ Scroll down and Members. Tickets available in the Legion click on the order box. Office, 613-392-0331 or www.rclbr110@ Section B - Thursday, March 9, 2017 B5


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LARGE STORE LIQUIDATION SALE Saturday March 11TH. 9:00 A.M. till 3:00 P.M. 12927 Hwy #2 Just West of Colborne Thousands of Items: All Priced to Sell and for Immediate Removal. Chinaware, Glassware, Brass & Collectable’s, Two Leather Sofas, New King & Queen Beds, Kitchen & Dining Sets.

Auction Sale of farm machinery!

Saturday, March 25th - 10:00 a.m.

Sale to be conducted at 3104 Golf Course Rd., Newcastle, ON Sale site land kindly rented from Bill Adams for the purpose of liquidating the machinery for New Castle Acres Inc. From Hwy. 115 take Clarke Con. Rd. 3 east to Golf Course Rd., then north. See Signs! Sale includes a Case Int 1688 axial flow 4x4 diesel combine w/ Big Top hopper, a/c cab, 6306 hrs, Case Int 1666 axial flow 4x4 diesel combine, a/c cab, 5722 hrs, ttl rebuilt 2000 hrs ago, 1020 Case Int 20’ & 14’ flex head, Case Int 1063 6 row corn head, 7130 Case Int 4x4 Magnum diesel tractor, a/c cab, 20.8R42 duals, 18.4R26 front tires, w/3 - Demco 1000 ltr saddle tanks, 3 sets of rear remotes, 1000 pto, 875 Versatile articulating 4x4 diesel tractor, a/c cab, 20.8R38 duals, 280 hp, 3 pth, 3 sets of remotes, 2516 hrs, 7120 Deutz 4x4 a/c cab diesel tractor w/894 Allied front end loader w/8’ material bucket + grapple att, 2 sets of rear remotes, 20.8R38 rear tires, 16.9R28 front tires, 1999 Ford F Series 5 sp diesel, dual wheeled dump truck, brakes/ springs recently repl, Cert in 10/16, 134896 kms, transport trailer, 1996 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Turbo diesel truck, fitted w/1500 ltr field sprayer - 60’ boom, Yamaha YP20G gas water pump + Green Star Light bar GPS, 7000 JD/Kearney 6 row corn planter w/Market loading auger, 30� rows, dry fertilizer, 955 Case 12 row planter w/Unverferth 1342 zone-till front mount att + Gandy orbit air applicator w/liquid fertilizer, Krantz 16’ sprocket packer w/hydraulic lift, 230 JD 22’ tandem disc w/ finger harrows, 215 JD 14’ hydraulic disc, 16’ Glencoe zone tiller, 36’ Wilrich cultivator w/wings + finger harrow att, Ber-Vac 20’ cultivator w/rolling baskets (as is), 480 Farm King portable grain cleaner (like new), 400 Lucknow grain buggy w/modified box ext, Martin 12 ton gravity box w/hydraulic unloading auger, Brandt 73’x8� grain auger w/ unloading hopper, 2 - Westfield 100-61 grain augers w/unloading att, Unverferth HT12 header wagon, 4,500 ltr fuel tank w/electric pump, 200 ltr poly saddle tank, 2 - poly liquid starter tanks (5500 ltrs), 35’ platform + 12’ top deck goose neck tandem trailer, sold ‘as is’, plus much more! Viewing available at Bill Adams property from Sunday, March 19th to Sale Day! PLAN TO ATTEND! Auctioneer’s Note: In the event of inclement weather the sale may be held on Sat, April 1, 2017

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AUCTION SALE LARGE ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLES AND SHOP SALE FOR VERN JUDGE & TOM MONCTON 1069 HOARD’S ROAD, STIRLING, ON SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2017, 10:00AM Directions: Approx 5km west of Stirling on Hoard’s Rd, between Stirling and Campbellford. Or, approx 10 km east of Campbellford on Hoard’s Rd. Watch for signs. Partial list: Pellet stove, various pocket watches (working, with keys), 100+ yr old silver and gold. Crocks of all sizes (2-15 gal with lids - 1 blue flower, 1 red wing and finger crocks). Butter churn with lid, 30 gal crock. 4 wheelbarrow farm scales (2 refinished, 2 as is). Decoys (signed, all sizes). 100 yr old post cards, old chest Coke cooler, military pictures (signed), WWI and WWII bayonets, old surveyors transit with case, antique clocks, old wheels (wooden and steel), milk cans, glass milk carrier. Collectible oil cans, many signs (original and repros), door pushers and beer trays, old licence plates (pairs, 1925-1940s), old carpenters chests, antique tools. 5 wood stoves, 2 canoe shelves, cutter sled coffee table, buggy seat, wicker chairs, 2 wheel buggy, cutter sled, old vehicle manuals, 2 art deco lights, 2 fire hydrants, old fire extinguishers, old fire siren and light (Stirling Fire Dept). 2 garden gates, cheese barrel, butcher block, 2 small East Lake dressers, 2 small cabinets, 2 lg grinding stones, numerous pictures (oils & limited prints). Butterfly collection, round table and 4 press-back chairs. Many small bowls, 2 pair cast Indian head book ends, old hardware, child’s school desk, water pump, toboggan, 2 old phones. Tractor seats, unique horseshoe table, skeleton keys, cast floor grates. Many other collectibles, too numerous to mention. NEW TOOLS - electric grinder, electric planer, edger, routers etc. GUNS - 22 long barrel, 22 short barrel, Marlin 44-40 octagon barrel. SPORTS - several signed pictures (Johnny Bower, Tim Horton, Tie Domi, Curtis Joseph etc), signed hockey sweaters (Darryl Sittler, Doug Gilmour, Wendyl Clark, Eric Lindros, Bobby Hull) - 3 more signed sweaters sell with a reserve (Jean Beliveau, Gordie Howe, Bobby Orr). APPLIANCES (white) - washer, dryer, fridge, stove. VEHICLE - 1976 Ford Elite, 351 Cleveland, automatic, 2 door, white with red leather interior, 106,000 miles, (sells certified and with a reasonable reserve). MOTORCYCLE - 2003 Yamaha VStar 1100cc, 23,000 kms, custom paint, thunder pipes, saddle bags, windshield, new rear tire, mint shape (sells roadready and with a reasonable reserve). Many other items, too numerous to mention. Plan to attend this very interesting sale. Sale will be held outdoors - dress for the weather. Food available. Terms: Cash or cheque (with id). Owner and auctioneer not responsible for any loss, accident or personal injury on day of sale.

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Behind the Camera: In front of a bull moose Two of North America’s most renowned outdoor documentary filmmakers and photographers also call Centre Hastings home and will share their latest stories in an upcoming speaker series presentation. On March 23 in Belleville, John and Janet Foster present ‘Behind the Camera: Travels with John and Janet,’ the finale in the Winter Speaker Series hosted by the Hastings Stewardship Council. The filming assignments of the Fosters for CBC, TVOntario, and the Discovery Channel have taken them all over Canada. Through their films and slide shows they continue to share their own passion for Canada’s wild places and the diversity of our wildlife. In the late 1960s, John and

Janet’s passion for canoeing and nature photography began in Algonquin Park, a place still close to their hearts. Canoeing deep into the park allows these explorers to film wildlife of all kinds in their natural habitat. This will be a personal show illustrating the Fosters’ evolution as canoeists and filmmakers. Those who attend the evening presentation will get to see images of the allure of Georgian Bay, Killarney, and the Bruce Peninsula with their stunning landscapes and waterscapes - among the best places in Canada for hiking and canoeing. Share a trip to Nova Scotia to witness spectacular shorebird migrations around the Bay of Fundy, and to the Annapolis Valley for the spectacle of wintering Bald Eagles.

The themes of this show are a love of canoeing and nature photography, and “knowing when to be in the right place, at the right time.” Nature enthusiasts, travelers and photography /film lovers, say organizers, will be fascinated with the professional images and the flow of technical expertise. Behind the Camera: Travels with John and Janet on Thursday, March 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Gerry Masterson Community Hall (Thurlow Hall), 516 Harmony Rd. in Belleville. An entrance fee of $5 (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.

Despite Wynne’s move, hydro situation still a mess says Smith BY STEPHEN PETRICK

Belleville -- The Ontario government has announced plans to reduce residential and small business hydro rates by 17 to 25 per cent, but the move won’t solve the bigger problem of soaring costs and will hurt customers more in the long run, says Prince Edward-Hastings’s Member of Provincial Parliament. “It’s a desperate move by a desperate premiere and a desperate government,” said Todd Smith, who also serves at the Progressive Conservative’s energy critic. In an interview with the Belleville News on Friday, March 3 -- one of dozens he participated in with media across the province following Thursday’s announcement -- Smith urged Ontarians not to be fooled by the news. The Progressive Conserva-

tives have long argued that high hydro rates are a result of years of Liberal mismanagement on the energy file. The party is telling Ontarians that, if elected in June of 2018, the PCs will propose eliminating the Green Energy Act, which they say has awarded too many unnecessary renewable energy hydro contracts. Smith said his party’s in favour of cancelling planned contracts for the future and renegotiating ones that exist. Liberal premiere Kathleen Wynne, whose popularity is plummeting in polls, said the plan involves re-financing a plan to pay for hydro assets that will require future generations to pay more costs. She told reporters “it’s fairer, because it doesn’t ask this generation of hydro customers alone to pay the freight for everyone before and after.” Smith said that solution is ir-

responsible. “Instead of tackling the root cause, they’ve decided to stretch out the cost that electricity customers will have to pay for an extra 10 years. Our kids and our grandkids are going to be paying for the electricity we’re using today.” Because the Liberals have a majority government, the plan does not require support from the PCs or the NDP to pass. Smith said he’s happy that hydro customer who are struggling to pay bills will get some relief, but said “it’s not the fix we need.” He believes the move is solely to appease voter anger, leading up to the election next June, when rising hydro rates are expected to be a major issue. Smith has not presented any statement on how his Tories would provide the so-called fix to which he refers, however.

This bull moose was captured on camera by the Fosters and will be one of many at the March 23 presentation in Thurlow. Photo by John & Janet Foster

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The men and boys choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa, will perform in St. Thomas Church on Sunday, March 19, at 4:30 p.m. The choir is now one of the few such all-male choirs in North America. photo submitted.

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ticularly beautiful service, is expected to draw another capacity crowd. The concerts only last about an hour plus an apres-concert reception with admission based on what one can pay. There will be opportunities for congregational singing on favourite hymns, plus the traditional chants and canticles associated with the service, sung by the guest choir, which, formed in 1891 is now one of the handful of all-male church choirs remaining in North America. Belleville’s own Christ Church enjoyed a strong reputation with its all-male choir for many decades, especially in the 1980s, but that, too, has become a mixed choir. The Latreilles admit the programs they offer are often hard core classical music, but they contend they remain the peak of beauty when it comes to music. Capacity audiences for recent concerts indicate that a large number International of city and area music lovers share their enthusiasm.

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Belleville – St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner and, as usual, that means one lucky Gleaners Food Bank supporter can win an ounce of gold. The food bank is now running

its Shamrocks On the Wall promotion. Supporters can purchase paper shamrocks at $2 a piece, or three for $5, at several Belleville locations up until March 21. The shamrock funds support the food bank and also enter the pur-

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Belleville’s own long-standing tradition of all-male choirs has faded in recent years, but there is at least one such choir keeping the unique sound alive. The men and boys choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa, comes to St. Thomas Anglican Church for its March musical offering to the public on Sunday March 19 for a concert performance of the much-loved Anglican Evensong at 4:30 p.m. This series of concerts over the past couple of years or so is an effort by the church’s music team, Matthieu and Francine Latreille to present and encourage good music in the acoustically-rich sanctuary. The concerts have been drawing increasingly large crowds in recent months and this one, because of the strong popularity of this par-

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The Old Church Theatre at 940 Bonisteel Rd. is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 17 with a Classic Irish stew, your favourite brew, and the music of the County’s own Celtic trio, Seventh Town. The band features musicians Martin Smit on guitar and vocals, Trisha Elliott on vocals and tin whistle, and Meghan Balogh on fiddle and vocals. Chef Matt James of The Ramblin’ Pit puts his BBQ spin on an Irish Stew and will start serving when doors open at 6:30. The show starts at 7 p.m. An old church is a great place to enjoy some Irish fare and Seventh Town’s traditional and contemporary folk songs, reels, and jigs from Irish, and Canadian traditions. Tickets are $20 to include the supper or $15 if you’ve stuffed yourself beforehand and only have room for the music, which would be a shame indeed, say organizers. Reservations are required so book online now at oldchurch.ca or call (613) 848-1411.


LETTER TO THE EDITOR

A history lesson on Catholic school funding Re: Why is there duality in school funding? For the answer to that question the writer needs to study the history of Canada, go back before the BNA, the development of the Catholic education system and the protestant system which followed much later. Canadians tend to overlook the fact that the original inhabitants of this country were the Indians who they had their own beliefs which was neither Catholic nor Protestant. It was a French explorer by the name of Jacques

Cartier who discovered this land in the 1500s. He was followed by a succession of discoverers and most notably by Samuel de Champlain who discovered “New France” in the early 1600s and founded what is now Quebec City. Eventually all this “it’s mine” and no its not “it’s mine” led to the BNA Act which was passed to set the legal ground rules for Canada and divvy up the powers between the provinces and the federal government. Today taxpayers have a choice of either

supporting the public school system or the catholic school system but they don’t support both. The Hasting and Prince Edward District School Board and the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board are supported by a portion of the taxes collected by their respective municipalities which then goes to support either one or the other of those school boards. Something else that tax dollars support are our libraries through the Ontario government’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture and

Sport. From their website “A strong library system is the cornerstone of a strong community. It contributes to education, literacy and life-long learning in Ontario communities. Municipal bylaws create Ontario’s public libraries and public library boards govern them.” I enjoy my local newspaper but I have found the best place to get an answer to a question is at the local library where staff is extremely helpful in locating reference material for me to find an answer to the question. Libraries

also provide access to the Internet and finally there is always Wikipedia. However the present school system may eventually change, as according to the Star apparently “Ontario’s Catholic elementary schools are quietly opening their doors to students of all faiths, blurring the lines even more between the Catholic and public systems and raising questions about the roles — and need — for both.” Mary Culloden Belleville

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Belleville — Betty Cornelius, founder of CANGRANDS Kinship National Support, has been given the news she is one of 10 recipients of the Women of Worth Award offered annually by L’Oreal Paris. “This award recognizes women who are making an extraordinary difference in the world,” she said. “I am being honoured for my 24 years of volunteer service to kinship families across Canada.” Cornelius’s charity CANGRANDS will receive a $10,000 grant from L’Oréal Paris. “I'm thrilled about this amazing recognition and the grant, which is so helpful for kinship support,” said Cornelius. She and the nine other recipients also have the chance to win another $10,000 with an online voting process. Getting the word out, Cornelius has asked supporters to vote online daily for CANGRANDS at www.womenofworth.ca, a process that continues until 11:59 p.m. on March 6. “I was nominated by my friend Catharine Brazeau-Cornell from Hamilton, a grandmother who is raising a five-year-old and I’ve been helping her,” she commented. Cornelius has also been nominated for Hidden Heroes: Faces of Quinte. “But this is the first time I have won something big,” she said with excitement. “It’s always an honour to be nominated, and

if it gets us a bit of press coverage, all the better because it really helps spread the word about the organization.” Cornelius said if she wins the second $10,000, she would like to host a special camp. “If I had a magic wand I would do a camp where grandparents and grandchildren go to get for a break from their daily life,” she commented. Cornelius did host a camp for 13 years but “then I lost the sponsor,” so there has not been a camp for the past three years. “If I can win another $10,000, then for $20,000 I could look at doing a weekend camp.” Cornelius is also currently looking into setting up a “1-800-warmline,” for telephone calls, which volunteers could take turns answering as she is finding the inquiries and need for support from grandparents growing at a phenomenal rate. In Belleville alone she estimates there are “possibly 3,000 grandparents raising their grandkids ... and we are helping 150.” As for the contest, Cornelius is heading to Toronto this week “on their dime,” for a meet and greet and press coverage and on Wednesday, March 8 the presentation takes place. To contact Betty Cornelius, call 613-3344246 or email: grandma@cangrands.com for more information. To read her blog go to: http://www.cangrands.com/blog/ For information about the award, go to: https://womenofworth.lorealparis.ca/en/end.

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The Good Earth Insurance – a subject that should be top of mind

Dan Clost Gentle Reader, some of you might think that I go on about this a titch too often. I ask you to consider that I view myself as a professional in the horticultural industrynot an expert- and through the simple fact of where my workplace is, I hear and see the news and, yes, the gossip, of our trade. I don’t believe we’ve sunk to the same depth of litigation as our southern

neighbours but the horror stories are out there. So, although this is a gardening column, we can’t always keep stuffing our snoots into fragrant blooms and call that gardening. Not all fragrances are pleasant. It is so easy to get caught up in the visioning that you forget to see some of the practicalities. Many folks, especially those of you who are legitimately capable when it comes to planning out a renovation, take on the mantle of general contractor, and hire various companies to handle the work as necessary. That is all well and good, but did you check with your home insurance provider? Oh, and did you remember to purchase General Liability Insurance and register with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)? Do you realize that if you hire ABK Landscaping (an uninsured fictitious company), you are responsible for all of their activities including their work, damages to others, and any

health claims ABK’s employees might file against you? Recently, it was my distinct pleasure to have spent some time as an instructor in the current Horticultural Apprenticeship Course. A portion of the course covered some of the regulations, acts and by-laws by which their landscape businesses must operate. There are reasons for these compliance requirements and all professional companies will be on board with them. The list is more than impressive, it is staggering. One business owner quipped that he needs two trucks at every job site; one for tools and workers and the second transports the paperwork. However, that’s their problem not yours- unless you make it so, however unintentionally. GR, make sure you do your homework before you hire someone to work on your property, in whatever capacity. Here are some considerations taken from the Canada

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about the “social cleansing” that took place in an attempt to rid Cambodia of its urban and educated classes and create “a pure, self-sufficient peasant society” where the survivors would live in the countryside and basically work themselves to death. All others were rounded up as “enemies”, imprisoned, tortured, made to confess to made-up crimes, and then executed (about 2 million of them!). I visited the former school that was converted into the Tuol Sleng Prison and used as the main interro-

gation centre of the Khmer Rouge. It’s now kept open as the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a sobering memorial to this gruesome history. I saw some of the instruments of torture that were used there and the black and white portraits on the walls of many of the former prisoners. I learned how most of the inmates/victims ended up dead and were then trucked to nearby “killing fields” and buried in mass graves. I visited a killing field and a nearby monumental glass stupa, where thousands of human skulls were displayed, and I found this so disturbing and horrifying that I didn’t even want to take photos of this sight to include with this article. I also met one of the few survivors of the Tuol Sleng Prison, Chum Mey, and he now spends much of his time at this genocide museum, telling visitors about the horrors of the past, for he believes that it’s important to remember this civil war. He’s even told his story in a book entitled “Survivor”, and I now have a copy of it. He tells of confessing to a ridiculous series of crimes after being tortured, and he admits that he “was ready to say anything to stop the pain.” He also admits that it was only his skill as a mechanic that kept him alive, for the Khmer Rouge used him to do repairs. However, he now, after all these years, identifies with his torturers rather than condemns them. He says that “I consider them victims like me because they had to follow other people’s orders. How can I say I would have behaved differently? Would I have had the strength to refuse to kill, if the penalty was my own death?” Youk Chhang, the Director of the Documentation Centre of Cambodia, has stated that “a society cannot know itself if it does not have an accurate memory of its own history”. Therefore, it’s very important to preserve and remember the past. I found this historic tour both educational and disturbing – yet anoth-

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Westben’s public rehearsal features Joe Callahan Trio Campbellford — The Joe Callahan Trio will be hosting a public rehearsal at the Clock Tower Cultural Centre on Thursday, March 9 as an extension of Westben’s popular monthly song circle. “It will not be a regular song circle, but there will be a chance to ask questions and if time allows, we'll jam with participants,” Callahan told the Trent Hills News. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. “We want to spread the word on this project at the Clock Tower,” he added. Westben’s community engagement coordinator Nancy Coulter noted, “The rehearsal event will offer the opportunity to ask questions, and if time allows, a jam session.” Westben’s monthly song circle is designed for musicians of all types and experience levels who are asked to bring their instrument, voice and favourite songs “to share in a supportive and fun environment.” Callahan, a longtime well known Quinte area musician, has been offering song circles at the Clock Tower Cultural Centre since October 2016. The circles offer a place for people developing their musical abilities in a focused way, where they can choose to play or listen and solicit feedback on their progress from others in the circle. Song circles at the Clock Tower with Callahan are held the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and are open to all ages.

The Joe Callahan Trio will be making another appearance at the Clock Tower; this time they will be opening later this month for nationally recognized Canadian blues singer-song writer Rick Fines on March 31 at 8 p.m. It’s all part of the Loyal Blues Fellowship series of concerts called “Blues in Small Places,” which is being held in conjunction with its very popular Blues in the Schools (BITS) program as part of its 10 year anniversary. The Loyal Blues Fellowship Inc. is a not-for profit group of community members that supports the development of the Blues in the Schools program and their objective is to bring the blues to the Quinte area on an ongoing basis. In fact, Fines has been to Kent Public School in the past where he held a workshop with the students. The BITS program has seen musicians come to classes at schools throughout this area not just in Belleville but also in Campbellford, Warkworth, Frankford, Havelock, Madoc, Picton, Trenton, etc. “The workshop at the Clock Tower is the first of its kind at the facility and hopes are that the song circles will grow in attendance and be a regular part of Campbellford’s cultural activities,” said Coulter. For more information, contact Callahan at joecallahan48@gmail. com or call the Westben box office at 705-653-5508. Joe Callahan started playing music professionally at the age of 13

as a singer and drummer covering Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Beatles, and the BeeGees in the mid-sixties and continued for 10 years, while in the process, supporting his education and supplementing his income. Today as a singer-songwriter and guitar player, he performs often but irregularly at events that have social justice underpinnings. He plays regularly with Quinte area musicians at jams he co-hosts with Peggy Voigt and other Loyal Blues Fellowship musicians. He does a limited number of performances a year as a single and once or twice a year with the Loyal Blues Band where fun and improvisation supersede anything suggesting formulaic arrangements. Source: http://www.loyalblues. ca/endofwinterseven.htm

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IRVINE, Shirley Louise At the Belleville General Hospital surrounded by the love of her family on Thursday, March 2, 2017, age 85 years. Shirley Irvine of Brighton, daughter of the late John Thomas Petch and the late Nellie (Smart). Predeceased by husband John in 1953. In 1958 Shirley married the late Harry Irvine and they had 42 years together and leave a family who will hold them in their hearts forever. Loving mother of John Irvine and his wife Jean of Cobourg, Lori and her husband Gary Cooper of Brighton, and Linda and her husband Gerry Moore of Richmond. Predeceased by her brother Ken Petch and his wife Betty. Her zest for life, sense of humour and unconditional love were Shirley’s gifts to her cherished grandchildren. Lauren Larabie (Dean), Conor Cooper, Alyssa Moore, Bryan Moore, and her great grandchildren, Marcus, Jasmine, Darrius, Peyton, and Mitchell. Predeceased by her grandson Mark Collins (Amanda). Shirley is also lovingly remembered by her step grandchildren Kevin, Nickey and Tania and their families. The family will receive friends at the Brighton Funeral Home, 130 Main Street, Brighton (613-475-2121) on Sunday, March 5 from 2 to 5 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Trinity St. Andrew’s United Church, Brighton, on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 1 o’clock. Cremation to follow with spring interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Trinity St. Andrew’s United Church Building Fund or Mission and Service Fund or VON would be appreciated by the family. www.rushnellfamilyservices.com

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Donald Robert Ferguson It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Robert Ferguson in his 85th year on Sunday, February 26, 2017 in Mississauga, Ontario. Son of the late Stanley and Lena Ferguson of Campbellford, Ontario. Loving husband of Emily of 40 years. Greatly missed by brother Jerry (Betty) and predeceased by brothers Kenny and Keith. Loving father to Cathie, Julie (Paulo), Barrie (Nadine), Leslie (Chris) and Craig (Jenifer). Loved by Emily’s children Father Wayne Morrissey, Susan (Jamey), John (Susan) and Marie. Grandfather to Thomas, Ashley, Justin, Brandon, Tenille, Danica, Kennedy, Brayden, Elisabeth, Christopher, Michael, Robert, Jill, Julie and Lauren. Great-grandfather to Liam and Eleanor. Thanks go to the compassionate staff at Cooksville Care Centre in Mississauga. A celebration of Don’s life was held on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at Scott Funeral Home, 420 Dundas Street East, Mississauga, Ontario. Interment is at St. John’s Dixie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind DEATH NOTICE

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MOUNTENAY, Stanley Wilson Suddenly at home on Friday, March 3rd, 2017. Stanley Mountenay of Trenton in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Doris (Mitchell) Mountenay. Loved father of Dawn (Dean) Thompson of Trenton, Dayna Mountenay of Belleville and Brad (Tina) Mountenay of Trenton. Survived by siblings Lorraine (Roy) Richard of Thomasburg and Gwen (late Bob) Fisher of Trenton. Ever remembered grandfather of Dale (Denay), Andrew (Rachel), Austin, Alicia, Laya, Abigail; and great-grandfather of Sabrina, Garrett and Annabelle. Predeceased by his parents Melvin and Edith (Robinson) Mountenay and brothers Robert and Bill. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the RUSHNELL FUNERAL CENTRE, 60 Division Street, Trenton (613-3922111). If desired, Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (Wheels of Hope) would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences at www.rushnellfamilyservices.com Section B - Thursday, March 9, 2017 B15


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As Behavioural Supports Specialist, you will coordinate the services and supports that Moira Place provides to older adults who experience complex and responsive behaviours associated with dementia and related conditions. As our successful candidate, you will be a dynamic, self-motivated nursing professional. You are a Registered Nurse with excellent assessment skills and the ability to identify and recommend interventions in resident-centred plans of care. Reporting to the Director of Care, you will train and advise staff and peers on how to use specialized care protocols and approaches in the management of residents with complex behaviours. You will represent the Home in BSO initiatives and ensure that all reporting requirements are met. Qualifications • valid license as a Registered Nurse from the Ontario College of Nurses • proven knowledge of dementia, including disease progression, symptoms, and that most observable behaviours have meaning • proven knowledge of diagnostic and assessment processes, current treatment interventions, and strategies to promote quality of life for our residents • excellent organizational and communication skills

Plant Production Associate – 2 Year Contract Belleville, Ontario Job # MFG00005377 Our Belleville manufacturing site is seeking highly motivated, reliable and flexible individuals with a commitment to safety and total quality to be a part of our diverse operating teams. Production associates are required to learn to operate high-speed equipment and operate fork trucks, handling many products including chemicals in a safe environment on a rotating shift schedule. These positions are on a 2 year renewable contract. Production associates must be able to work well individually and as part of a self-directed team handling multiple priorities in an ever-changing environment. Production associates are paid a locally competitive temporary compensation package including benefits. Shift schedules are: 7 day/12 hour, days and nights; rapid rotation; receiving an average of 42 hours/week. Requirements: t $MBTT ( %SJWFS T MJDFOTF t &OTVSF ZPV JODMVEF ZPVS EFUBJMFE FEVDBUJPO BOE XPSL FYQFSJFODF JO ZPVS SFTVNF t &NQMPZNFOU PQQPSUVOJUJFT XJMM CF DPOEJUJPOBM VQPO UIF SFTVMUT PG B CBDLHSPVOE DIFDL There will be rolling start dates throughout the year, so please apply today via www.pgcareers. com to job # MFG00005377. 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. 1 ( 5BMFOU 4VQQMZ TUBGG XJMM DPOUBDU ZPV XJUIJO XFFL

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Manufacturing – Plant Technician – Full-time Belleville, Ontario – Rolling Start Dates 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. 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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Dancing With Stars moves to Wellington

Williams, centre, gets to reprieve a double clinch with Jennifer Keiver, left and coach “France,” (For the Love of Dance studio) at the news conference for this year’s show. Jack Evans/Metroland

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It was an excited crowd at Belleville’s downtown Capers Friday evening as the lineup for this year’s Dancing With the Stars competition was announced. Volunteer & Information Quinte director Brenda Snider noted that this marks the 10th anniversary of the hugely successful fund raising project, “Our largest fund raiser of the year,” she said, making it of extra significance. She also announced that with construction under way in the Sports and Wellness Centre, this year’s event will be held in the Essroc Centre at Wellington. “We’ve checked out this location and it is excellent for our event,” she said, “and they are so

welcoming.” She also noted that many competitors in former years have re-entered the lists. The winners of last year’s event, Ryan Wiliams and Jennifer Keiver, will open the show, followed by nine competing teams. The intermission will include a performance by the Trenton-based Liz Lougheed-Brown company plus a couple of songs by Jeanette Arsenault. Entries for the competition are based on individual entries, not teams, Snider explained. The organizers pair these up to match interests in dance style and music and more. Each team is assigned an individual coach-trainer, who advises on music, costume and dance type. “Be sure to listen to your trainer,” Snider advised several times. Main news of the evening was the lineup for this year’s competition, to be held Friday, June 9, starting at 7:30 p.m. in the Essroc Centre. They are: Gordana Vranic and Darek Wierzbicki, plus coach Kristie Parks; Cassandra Bonn and Andy Caletti, and coach, Sheri Thompson of the Ireland School of Dance; Lauren Franz-Reid and Chris Crawford with Alicia Sewell, Astounding Heights Dance Academy; Jennie Reilly and Tim Durkin plus Lisa Sinclair; Caroline Grainger and Todd Bennett with “France” (For the Love of Dance;) Meredith Leadbeater and Metroland Media’s Michael Kelly with Caroline Smith; Christine Wilkinson and Richard Floyd, and coach Liz Loughheed-Brown of Dance With Miss Liz; Lisa Vance and Shane Hoskin with Tawny Jackson (Tawny’s School of Dance;) finally Belleville Coun. Kelly McCaw and Brett Davis with Daryl Geesey (A Step Ahead Dance.) Tickets in advance are $20, $25 at the door, with reserved tables at $250 for six persons.

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