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Aaron Stephenson receiving congratulations and gifts in recognition of his graduation.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The COVID-19 pandemic has seen many events cancelled that many have been looking forward to. Some of the most effected have been high school grads, who have had to miss out this year on milestone events like prom and graduation.

On Thursday, May 21 members of the Cornwall community came together to make

one young man’s graduation still feel special.

Aaron Stephenson is a 21-year-old Holy Trinity student with special needs enrolled in the school’s Living and Learning program.

Aaron had been looking forward to his special day and going through the tradition of prom, and was saddened that it was cancelled.

On Thursday, around 20 cars drove by Aaron’s home in Cornwall and dropped of graduation presents and congratulations.

“He was really looking forward to it,” said

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Dick D’Alessio, who helped organize the driveby celebration. “He was disappointed they were cancelled, so we wanted to do something special for him.”

Aaron’s father Roy was thrilled with the support and love shown from their friends and the community.

“Dick has always been kind of an adoptive grandfather to Aaron,” he said. “It is an exciting time in the life of all grads, and Aaron was really disappointed. This helps so much.”

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The Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) is expanding COVID-19 testing to all members of the public, including individuals without symptoms. Testing was previously limited to individuals with symptoms, but with the re-opening of certain sectors of the economy, as well as increased capacity and access to supplies, the EOHU has opened up testing to everyone in line with the provincial direction.

“Increased testing will allow us to see if the number of COVID-19 cases is really going down, and if we can pursue opening up different sectors of the economy,” says Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, Medical Officer of Health.

“Expanding testing to the general public, regardless of symptoms, will help public health better understand the situation in communities across the region, and in particular the proportion of people who have asymptomatic infection.”

Dr. Roumeliotis is also reminding the public that a negative test doesn’t mean they’re all clear, since they may still be exposed to the virus later on. “The key is therefore to monitor your health regularly and get tested again if you notice the onset of any symptoms or think you’ve been exposed to someone with COVID19,” explains Dr. Roumeliotis. For a list of COVID-19 symptoms, visit Ontario.ca/coronavirus.

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Cornwall has displayed fortitude and courage WALKING THE BEAT WITH THE CHIEF

CHIEF DANNY AIKMAN

I’m writing this column on Day 67 of the COVID-19 Emergency and as Cornwall adjusts to its new reality, so does the Cornwall Police Service. Trends are emerging and I will be reporting on them in detail to the Cornwall Police Services Board on June 4th.

In my role as Chief of Police I think it’s important to acknowledge that during this historically unprecedented time, the citizens of Cornwall have displayed tremendous fortitude and courage in the manner in which

they’ve conducted themselves.

Cornwall’s general adherence to the Public Health Guidelines and to the Emergency Orders issued by the Province of Ontario have,in my opinion, played a major role in the relatively low numbers of COVID positive cases seen in Cornwall to date. I refer to it as general adherence because CPS officers have responded to 214 complaints under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and the Emergency Orders associated to it in 67 days. Though our officers have emphasized public education, 7 charges have been laid for failing to comply with the EMCPA Orders.

Cornwall’s relatively low numbers of COVID positive cases may be a mixed blessing as some people in our Community may be tempted to dismiss the pandemic as someone else’s problem and ignore physical distancing measures put in place to reduce the spread

of the virus. For the sake of everyone, but especially for our Seniors, please don’t discard the hard work that brought us to this point in our recovery.

Mirroring the Province, the Cornwall Police Service has entered its own Phase One of recovery. For the most part this has included catching up on some very important tasks which were set aside to deal with pandemic planning and operations.

The majority of CPS Support Staff and some Operational Resources continue to work remotely. Preparations to ensure CPS workspaces comply with Provincial Health and Safety guidelines are well underway and upon completion, more CPS staff will return to the workplace. I anticipate this occurring as Ontario enters its second phase of the reopening process.

In order to continue with public health safety precautions, CPS Headquarters remains

Ontario schools to remain closed for rest of semester

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ONTARIO – In an announcement on Tuesday, May 19, Premier Doug Ford and Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced that all Ontario schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year.

“Nothing is more important than protecting our kids in this province, bar none over anything,” said Premier Ford. “Today’s announcement gives parents certainty, knowing that

their children can continue to learn safely at home and that we have a plan for child care as we work to gradually reopen more of our economy, when it is safe to do so.”

Schools were initially closed prior to the 2020 March Break due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Students who were on track to graduate prior to the March Break will still be able to do so, and report cards will still be sent out.

In the meantime, for the remainder of the

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school year, at home learning programs provided by the province will still continue.

“We will never waver from our commitment to keep your child safe, while learning at home,” said Minister Lecce. “Our plan will ensure students receive the best educational experience, both inside and outside the classroom, during this difficult time. That is why we are strengthening summer learning opportunities, reopening summer day camps, and it is why we will continue to make the

case for synchronous, live, and dynamic learning.”

Childcare centres and summer day camps may gradually open if health indicators show that the pandemic curve is flattening and that it is safe to do so. The government hopes that if trends continue as they are and the number of daily new COVID-19 cases continues to decline that summer day camps may be able to open in July or August.

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closed to the public and non-emergency calls for service are being handled by telephone. I anticipate these measures to continue until much later in the reopening phase as we try to conserve our Personal Protection Equipment and keep our police officers, their families and members of the public safe from coming into contact with the COVID-19 virus.

As warmer weather has arrived I know we are all anxious to get outside and do something. When outside your home please remember to practice physical distancing and to wear a cloth mask in situations where 6 feet distance cannot be maintained. Please continue to wash your hands frequently with soap and water and don’t touch your face. If you have questions about COVID-19 and how to keep yourself and your family safe, visit eohu.ca/en/covid.

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EOHU expands COVID-19 testing to everyone The EOHU, in collaboration with local healthcare partners, is offering COVID-19 testing at 5 assessment centres in the region. A mobile testing clinic is also available in Akwesasne for residents of that area. Locations, hours and other details are available on the EOHU’s website at www.EOHU.ca.

Important to continue taking precautions The EOHU is reminding residents that precautionary measures remain essential for

protecting the general public, including the most vulnerable, like seniors and people with pre-existing health conditions.

“I’m still urging everyone to take precautions and to limit non-essential outings,” states Dr. Roumeliotis. “Besides protecting your family, it will help ensure that we don’t experience a spike in cases that would force us to slow down the gradual re-opening of the economy.”

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the EOHU

recommends that you: • Stay at home as much as possible.

• Limit non-essential outings, and when you do go out, stay at least 2 metres (6 feet) away from others.

• Wear a non-medical face mask when physical distancing is not possible during outings.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water, or use hand sanitizer.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth unless you have just cleaned your hands.

• Cover your cough and sneeze with a tissue or into your arm, not your hand.

• If you’re not feeling well, stay at home unless you need to seek medical care or to be tested for COVID-19.

For more information about COVID-19, please consult EOHU.ca/coronavirus and Ontario’s website at Ontario.ca/coronavirus.

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Une première séance de pratique couronnée de succès au Cornwall Motor Speedway COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE DE LE CORNWALL MOTOR SPEEDWAY Faisant partie de la phase 1 du retour en piste, le Cornwall Motor Speedway a présenté une première séance de pratique avec 25 équipes sur place qui sont venus essayer leurs voitures.

Luke Whitteker a eu le meilleur temps de la journée avec un 13.522 devant Brian McDonald et Johnathon Ferguson, Chris Raabe, Mathieu Laramée, JF Corriveau and Brianna Ladouceur, étaient aussi de la partie en Modifié Le Grinder.

Ryan Stabler s’est démarqué en Sportsman Next Level Home Improvement alors que Marc Lalonde aura été le plus rapide en Pro-Stock Alexandria Home Hardware.

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Granby.

Une autre séance est prévue pour ce vendredi 29 mai à 19h, il reste encore des inscriptions de disponible à ce stade-ci, le coût est de $100 ce qui inclut l’entrée pour le pilote et 4 membres d’équipe.

Le premier évènement de la saison est prévu le 6 juin prochain avec des finales de 50 tours en Modifié et Sportsman, il y a des discussions pour l’ajout possible de la catégorie Mini-Stock à cette soirée qui sera disponible en location sur 360nitro.tv.

Pour d’informations, vous pouvez visiter le site web au www.cornwallspeedway.com, ajoutez-nous sur Facebook au www.facebook.com/cornwallspeedway, joignez-vous sur Twitter sous le compte @cms_speedway ou Instagram sous Cornwall Speedway, nous utiliserons ces plateformes de réseaux sociaux pour les résultats ainsi que de nombreux tirages.

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La Caisse Desjardins Ontario remet 34 000$ à ses communautés COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE DU LA CAISSE de partout dans le monde en vue d’exploiter le pouvoir du contact humain et de renDESJARDINS ONTARIO forcer les collectivités locales. À l’occasion de la journée mondiale « La CaiGrâce au don si généreux de #MardiJeDonneMaintenant, qui a eu lieu le 1000$ de la Caisse Desjardins dans le 5 mai, la Caisse est venue en aide à des cadre du Mardi- je donne (https://givorganismes caritatifs oeuvrant dans les ingtuesday.ca/fr/a-propos), l’ACFO-SDG et communautés qu’elle dessert. #MardiJeDonneMaintenant était une la Fraternité d’Alexandria remettront des journée mondiale de don et de solidarité en casse-têtes et jeux aux aîné.e.s de la réponse d’urgence des besoins sans région de SDG. Les ainé.e.s sont au coeur précédent engendrés par la COVID-19. de nos préoccupations et, pendant cette Cette journée d’action a mobilisé des gens période du Covid-19, nous mobilisons des

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LCO à Ottawa et l’ACFO (Stormont, Dundas et Glengarry). De plus, la majorité des dons ont été doublés par des entreprises locales dans le cadre de #MardiJeDonneMaintenant », dit Dianne Poirier de l’ACFO-SDG. À cela s’ajoute don de 25 000$ à la Fondation de l’Hôpital Montfort, la Caisse à doubler les dons reçus pour #MardiJeDonneMaintenant, qui a permis à la Fondation d’amasser un total de 50 800 $ pour les fonds d’urgences de la COVID-19.

Le BSEO annonce l’expansion du dépistage du COVID-19 à tout le monde COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE DE LE BSEO Le Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario (BSEO) offre maintenant le dépistage du COVID-19 au grand public, incluant les personnes sans symptômes. Auparavant, le dépistage était réservé aux personnes symptomatiques, mais la réouverture de certains secteurs de l’économie ainsi que la disponibilité des fournitures et la capacité accrue de dépistage font en sorte que le BSEO peut maintenant tester tout le monde, selon la directive du gouvernement provincial. « Un dépistage accru nous permettra de constater si le nombre de cas du COVID-19 diminue réellement et si on peut contempler la réouverture d’autres secteurs de l’économie », dit Dr Paul Roumeliotis, Médecin hygiéniste. « L’expansion du dépistage à la population générale, peu importe les symptômes, permettra à la santé publique de mieux comprendre la situation dans les

communautés d’un bout à l’autre de la région et en particulier au sein du groupe de personnes dont l’infection est asymptomatique. » De plus, Dr Roumeliotis rappelle au public qu’un résultat de test négatif n’est pas un feu vert; les gens peuvent être exposés au virus par la suite. « La clé est donc de surveiller votre santé régulièrement et de vous faire tester à nouveau si vous remarquez l’apparition de symptômes ou si vous croyez avoir été exposé à quelqu’un atteint de la maladie à COVID-19 », explique Dr Roumeliotis. Consultez le site Ontario.ca/ coronavirus pour la liste des symptômes du COVID-19.

Le BSEO, en collaboration avec ses partenaires de la santé locaux, offre le dépistage du COVID-19 dans 5 centres d’évaluation dans la région. Une clinique de dépistage mobile est aussi disponible aux résidents d’Akwesasne et de ses environs. Les

emplacements, les heures d’affaires et autres détails sont disponibles sur le site Web du BSEO à www.BSEO.ca. <@Rb>Il est important de continuer à prendre des précautions<@$p> Le BSEO rappelle aux résidents que des mesures de précaution restent essentielles pour protéger le grand public, y compris les plus vulnérables, comme les personnes âgées et celles qui sont atteintes de conditions de santé préexistantes. « J’incite encore tout le monde à prendre des précautions et à limiter les sorties non essentielles », déclare le Dr Roumeliotis. « En plus de protéger votre famille, ça permettra d’empêcher une montée en flèche de cas qui nous forcerait à ralentir le redémarrage graduel de l’économie. » Pour diminuer la propagation du COVID-19, le BSEO vous recommande de : • Rester à la maison le plus possible.

• Limiter les sorties non essentielles et,

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• Porter un masque non médical lorsque l’éloignement physique n’est pas possible durant vos sorties.

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• Rester à la maison si vous ne vous sentez pas bien, à moins que ce soit pour obtenir des soins ou un dépistage du COVID-19.

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Returning to Pitt St. Mall would hurt business NICK SEEBRUCH

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Recent discussions around the possible closure of a part of Pitt St. has brought up memories of the old Pitt St. Mall, when in the 80s and 90s, Pitt St. was closed to traffic and was pedestrian only year-round, much like Spark St. in Ottawa.

I don’t believe that this would be workable. One, now that people have gotten used to Pitt St. being open, closing it again year-round, would be met negatively, as I’m sure many who are following this story through the comments on social media have seen.

Also, with the COVID-19 pandemic, many retail businesses restricted to curbside pick-up as the primary form of commerce for the time being. At a time when people are supposed to be social distancing you don’t want people walking up and down and outdoor mall going in an out of businesses.

People are going to want to pick-up what they came for, and then head home, just like the health unit is still recommending.

That being said, we are having this conversation because Councillor Eric Bergeron wanted to do something to help support downtown businesses and particularly restaurants.

He is absolutely right to do this. Bergeron is not proposing closing Pitt St. all of the time, and not permanently. He asked administration to provide a report presenting several options, and only wanted to see Pitt St. closed until Labour Day. Restaurants are one of the largest revenue generators in Cornwall’s downtown and also employ the most people. Sooner rather than later, they will be allowed to have guests come in and sit down for meals again. When guests are allowed back in restaurants, the province may require that these businesses only open at limited capacity, or will have to space guests further apart, which will automatically reduce their capacity anyway.

This brings us to the whole thinking behind Bergeron’s proposal, that in order to bring back more of their staff, and serve more of their customers, restaurants will need to have more space to properly social distance.

Allowing them to extend their patios onto the sidewalk or street is one way to do this.

Any sort of opening of Pitt St. to more patios or pedestrian traffic however should be balanced with businesses.

It was good that the Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Bernadette Clement have been spearheading communication with all downtown businesses on this issue, even though I think that should have been done before this proposal was made.

I spoke with Kelsey Lee of Love and Lee Bridal Shop and Boutique last week and she offered up an idea that I thought would be a good compromise.

Many retail businesses, such as her own close between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., so, why not temporarily open Pitt St. to pedestrian traffic and patios after those hours? Even then, maybe only do that from Thursday to Saturday night during the summer?

This discussion should not be retail versus restaurants. The survival of one supports the survival of the others, which is something that Andre Pommier, another downtown merchants understands.

During Mayor Bernadette Clement’s Zoom interview with downtown businesses and the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce that was broadcast on YourTV and Facebook Live last Thursday, Pommier empathized with the position of Schnitzels, a large restaurant just down the street from his store Pommier Jewellers and offered up his parking lot as an outdoor patio for their customers after his shop closes for the day.

This type of co-operation is exactly what a situation like this needs.

Restaurants will need help to survive the economic pain of this pandemic.

These measures are not intended to go on forever, but some steps need to be taken and considerations made for these large economic drivers and community employers, who also survive on razor thin margins.

According to Canadian Industry Statistics, the average net profits for a midsized restaurant business in 2019 was just $22,000 for the year. For lowermid-sized to small restaurants, their net profits were even lower at $4,200 and negative $5,400 respectively.

Restaurants bring customers for retail businesses into their area. Helping restaurants survive will help all businesses in the downtown survive. Like I said, this is not about transforming Pitt St. forever, but instead about finding compromise to get through a difficult situation together.

How do you think the City can help restaurants along Pitt St. cope with the COVID related economic pain?

Email me a Letter to the Editor at nseebruch@seawaynews.media

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‘The kid who never had a chance’ Claude McIntosh Mac’s Musings

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In May 1933 a Kingston court room was shocked to learn that three years earlier a Cornwall magistrate had sentenced a 15-year-old boy to seven years in Kingston Penitentiary for the armed robbery of a 75-year-old Cornwall grocer.

The sentenced included 20 lashes.

Leo Dionne, 18, was a defence witness in the trial of an inmate charged with taking part in an October, 1932 riot.

“There must be a mistake,” said Judge Hawley S. Mott. “This can’t be.”

The story of a 15-year-old sentenced to seven years in a tough federal prison made national news.

The Toronto Star called Dionne, “The kid who never had a chance.”

Dionne told the trial of brutal conditions in the pen and harsh punishment handed out. He was shackled and thrown into the “hole” for three days for refusing to doing 12-hour shifts in the back-breaking stone shed.

He was one of the youngest prisoners to do time in Kingston Pen. Back in 1930 when Dionne was sentenced, The Standard-Freeholder and several other Ontario newspapers condemned the harshness of the seven-year sentence and lashes.

Dionne and two older accomplices, who each received three years, were not represented by legal counsel when they appeared in Cornwall police court. They pleaded guilty the day after their arrest.

cial police moved in.

This was a time when bootlegging in the east end was a cottage industry.

One of the bootleggers was the legendary blind bootlegger.

Officers spent several hours searching the Louisa Street house top to bottom but could not find the home-made brew. On the way out, one of the coppers noticed a board in the porch ceiling appeared to have been removed and nailed back in place.

After ripping out the ceiling boards, the officers found 77 bottles of moonshine spread out on the rafters. ____________________________ Mayor Aaron Horovitz on May 25, 1933 announced plans to create community gardens so residents on welfare could grow vegetables.

The municipality planned to operate two 10-acre parcels just outside the city limits. The property would be plowed with each family receiving a 50 by 100 plot to grow potatoes, beets, carrots and turnips supplied by the municipality.

The plan also called for a 50-acre parcel of land to grow vegetables that would be put in storage and distributed to welfare recipients during the winter.

To qualify for the garden produce, a member of the family was required to spend at least one day a week working in the garden.

“It is only natural that people should contribute toward their own support,” said the mayor.

(In today’s world that kind of talk would be a political career death sentence).

In another regulation passed by

council, persons owning dogs or an automobile would not be eligible for welfare.

ALSO THIS MONTH IN 1933 - Nicholas Battista, son of Mr. and Mrs. L. Battista, Whitehead Avenue, received the Governor-General Award at Queen’s University convocation ceremony. He graduated with a bachelor of science degree with honours in chemical engineering. .... Empire Day (now Victoria Day) elementary school track and field day was held at the Athletic Grounds.

Age group winners in the 50-yard races were Stan Riviere, Joe Gregoire, Henry Gagnon, Irwin McDonald, Albert Sauve and Wilfred Gault. .... Cornwall and area residents got a bird’s eye view of three vessels that passed through Cornwall Canal en route to the World’s Fair in Chicago. The most famous of the three was the Nova Scotia Bluenose. The others were a decommissioned U. S. Navy submarine, S-49, and the Success built in 1790. It served as a merchant ship before becoming a convict ship in 1802. It transported prisoners to Australia from England. ... German Chancellor Adolph Hitler in a speech said he was strongly opposed to war. ...

Local RCMP had a new weapon in battling rum-running on the St. Lawrence River: a 26-foot craft powered by a 125 horsepower motor.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Beaver Lumber was at 323 Second St. E. TRIVIA: This grocery chain opened its first Cornwall store in the building (609 Pitt St.) now occupied by Giant Tiger.

QUOTED: “A smart person knows how to talk. A wise person knows when to listen.” - Roy T. Bennett

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Privacy and respect for municipal employees Dear Editor: As CAO for the City of Cornwall I have reflected on activities recently that have occurred at the City and I would like to share some comments with the community. The first item is respect and privacy for our municipal employees and the second item is recognition of the commitment and efforts of our employees that become even more evident during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This past week one of my senior managers and myself have been subject to public criticism on communication regarding his career move to another municipality. Our employees are often subject to publicly identifiable comments and many are unfortunately not warranted and are factually incorrect.

Our City employees should have their

privacy respected in their personal lives including pursuing opportunities for employment in other municipalities.

Our employees seek other career advancing moves based on their proven experience and capabilities. I will not compromise privacy of our employees in an effort to be the first out of the gate with a communication. Instead, I would like to “tip my hat” to those employees and thank them for their commitment and contributions to the City of Cornwall during their tenure. I take full responsibility for the timing of a communication that came from my office about 12 hours after a media release was issued from another municipality hiring one of our employees this past week.

I would also like to take this opportunity to recognize many City employees

that either work on the front line or provide essential services to our residents and businesses that have been truly committed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Glen Stor Dun Lodge has been stellar with safety protocols keeping our residents safe and COVID-19 free. The Paramedic Service has been a critical force to calls and responding quickly to COVID-19 testing in Long Term Care facilities in our region in partnership with the Eastern Ontario Health Unit. The City’s Transit Service continues to provide safe needed transportation for essential uses. We have redeployed employees to various sites throughout the pandemic and they have been truly committed to helping where needed. The Wastewater Treatment Plant has a mechanical problem that

arose on the long weekend. Our employees are working around the clock to repair and resolve the matter. These are just a few recent examples of how City employees provide essential services to the community; and the list does go on so stay tuned!

I am extremely proud to be the CAO for this municipality, but the truth is the employees of this Corporation help make this City what it is today. Please be respectful or better yet give them a “tip of your hat”.

Respectfully submitted and stay safe, Maureen Adams Chief Administrative Officer, City of Cornwall

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Cornwall lawyer Rudolphe Denis took it upon himself to file a motion with the attorney general to have the sentence reduced. In the end, the attorney general refused to lessen the prison time but did remove the 20 lashes.

Dionne, an orphan who pretty much raised himself and didn’t get past the third grade, was no stranger to trouble.

At age 13 he was sent to Guelph Reformatory for stealing a car, for a second time.

“He’s a bad boy,” said an unsympathetic Police Chief Fred Seymour.

“We’ve been dealing with him since he was 11.”

When interviewed by the StandardFreeholder, Magistrate J.C. Milligan said his recollection of the case was “hazy,” but recalled that all other methods to straighten out Dionne did not have “the desired effect.”

Both Milligan and Crown attorney J. G. Harkness said they were led to believe that Dionne was older than 16 when sentenced.

“If I had known (his age) I would not have imposed the sentence,” said Milligan.

The case reached the House of Commons with several members of Parliament speaking against the harsh sentence and young offenders doing time in a federal prison.

The seeds for reforming the law were sown. ____________________________ On May 15, 1933, after receiving a “hot tip”, perhaps supplied by a rival, that an east Cornwall bootlegger had stored a large cache of illicit booze in his Louisa Street South home, provin-

How to update French doors

How to create a home office: 5 key components

French doors are a great way to separate two interior spaces that are visually con­ nected. They’re also ideal for enhancing your view of the outdoors and letting natural light shine into a room. How­ever, they can sometimes look dated. Here are a few ways to give them an upgrade.

CHANGE THE LOOK French doors are typically made of wood.

If you’ re not a fan of yours, why not paint them? White is a timeless choice, but you can also turn your doors into a fo­ cal point by painting them a colour that contrasts with the rest of the room. Alternatively, replace the whole setup with doors that each feature one large pane of glass or have a modern steel frame.

ADOPT A NEW STYLE While most French doors consist of two doors that swing outwards or inwards, there are different options available. Threeor four-panel French doors, which include two working doors flanked by large windows, are perfect for letting in more light.

Finally, if you love the look of French doors but lack the space for them to swing open, consider sliding or folding options.

If you regularly work or study from home, a comfortable office is vital. Here are five things to consider if you want to create a productive environment.

1. LOCATION It’s best to choose a space that’s removed from the rest of your home. A door that separates your office from other rooms will help you concentrate during the day and disconnect from work in the evening.

2. DESK Choose the biggest desk that can comfortably fit in your office. If you choose an L- or U-shaped desk, it’ll provide ample room for computers, printers and other equipment.

3. STORAGE A bookshelf, filing cabinet or other storage unit is required to hold the things you don’t need every day.

4. LIGHTING Ideally, your home office has big windows that let in lots of natural light. If

3 great reasons to finish your basement Are you wondering whether to invest time and money into finishing your basement? Here are three good reasons to go for it.

1. TO LOWER YOUR HEATING AND COOLING BILLS An unfinished basement is often uninsulated, making the rest of your house more difficult to heat and cool. Since a key step to finishing a basement involves insulating the walls and floor, a positive side effect of undertaking this project is having a comfortable temperature throughout your home.

2. TO EXPAND YOUR LIVING SPACE Whether you want to make a playroom for the kids, an office for you or a home theatre for the whole family, the basement is the perfect location. If the space allows for it, you can also convert it into a small apartment, which might be ideal for your adult children or elderly family members.

3. TO ADD VALUE TO YOUR PROPERTY If you decide to sell your home, a finished

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basement typically provides a 50 to 75 per cent return on investment. In addition to the increase in value, your property will likely be more attractive to potential buyers.

Keep in mind that renovating a basement may not be as expensive as you think. This is because you can choose different materials than those used in the rest of your home. In fact, the same hardwood flooring that’s ideal for a living room is a terrible option for a basement due to the higher risk of moisture problems.

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not, you’ll need ambient lighting to ensure the space is bright enough. Task lighting, such as a desk lamp, is also a must.

5. CHAIR If you spend hours at a time sitting down, invest in a comfortable chair. Choose an adjustable one with wheels that offers adequate lumbar support.

Don’t forget to personalize your home office. Paint the walls a cheery tone, hang inspiring art on the walls and adorn your desk with pictures of loved ones.

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How to choose the right air conditioner

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If you need to buy a new air conditioning system, you have a number of options. Here are a few tips to help you decide how to best cool your home.

DETERMINE YOUR NEEDS The appropriate system for your home will largely depend on the type of dwelling you live in. If you have a house, you might want to invest in central air conditioning or a geothermal pump. If you own a unit in a multi-family building, consider installing a wall-mounted system. If you’re a tenant, opt for a portable air conditioner. Regardless of your choice, make sure the system you select adheres to building rules and municipal noise con­trol regulations.

ESTABLISH A BUDGET In addition to calculating the shortterm costs of purchasing and installing an air conditioning system, you should consider the associated long-term expenses. This includes the amount for all maintenance tasks and potential repairs.

Determine an acceptable price range based on your current financial situation.

If you need to make significant renovations to install a central system, look into available financing options.

EVALUATE POWER REQUIREMENTS The ideal cooling capacity for your air conditioner (measured in British thermal units or BTUs) will depend on the size of your dwelling, the quality of the building’s insulation and the number of rooms and storeys you want to cool.

While you want a unit that’s powerful enough to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home, an over-

Though the plumbing components in your home can work for years at a time without fail, they do have a limited lifespan.

Here are three signs it may be time to update yours.

1. MURKY WATER Water that’s brown, yellow or otherwise tinted is usually cause for concern. It could indicate that there’s corrosion in the pipes. When this happens, minerals build up and cause pressure, which in turn can cause the pipes to burst.

2. OUTDATED PIPES Modern plumbing systems use PVC, copper or brass pipes. Older houses usually have pipes made of galvanized steel, cast iron or lead. Each material has a limi­ted lifespan.

Copper can last up to 80 years. Brass, cast iron and galvanized steel, however, may be good for up to 100 years. Modern PVC pipes will hold for a maximum of 45 years.

If the pipes have outlasted their natural lifespan, it’s time to replace them.

3. UNPLEASANT ODOURS If you detect a foul odour coming from

sized model tends to operate in short bursts and consume excess energy.

CONSIDER LOCATION You should determine in advance where your air conditioner will be installed, especially if you live in an apartment with limited space to accommodate a bulky unit. If you’d prefer to only cool certain rooms throughout the day, a portable model on wheels may be a convenient choice. If your home faces south or a majority of its windows are on the south side, your air conditioning system will need to work harder. However, blinds or thick curtains can help block the sun and thereby reduce your cooling costs.

Once you’ve selected an air conditioner, hire a professional to install it and make sure it works.

your tap, it could indicate that there is mould or mildew inside the pipes or in the wall around the plumbing. Not only is this unpleasant, but it could pose a health risk.

If your home is at least 60 years old, there’s a good chance that some of your pipes are exposed. If so, take a look at them regularly. If you spot any flakes, bumps or other signs of damage, it may be time to have the whole system inspected by a plumber.

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Regardless of the type of air conditioning system you need, look for a model with Energy Star certification. This will guarantee that the unit is energy efficient.

If your home has lead pipes, you must replace them ASAP. Lead is highly toxic and can make you and your family sick.

4 kinds of people who should have a walk-in shower Are you renovating your bathroom and planning to install a new shower? If so, a walk-in shower may turn out to be your best bet. Here are four types of people who should have one.

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1. Design enthusiasts. Imagine a walk-in shower with a mosaic tile floor and con­trasting walls, or one with a sleek modern look perfectly suited to a contemporary esthetic. Design enthusiasts will relish the ability to create a space that’s functional and stylish.

Got land? Plant trees!

The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is booking FREE site visits with landowners looking to plant over 500 trees on their property. Book your appointment with one of the RRCA’s forestry staff today to learn about the subsidies available to you! For more information, contact info@rrca.on.ca or visit rrca.on.ca

ALUS Land Stewardship Incentives

St. Lawrence River (Kaniatarowanenneh) Area of Concern

The St. Lawrence River (Kaniatarowanenneh) at Cornwall, Akwesasne, and Massena was designated a cross-border Area of Concern (AOC) by the governments of Canada, the Unites States, and Akwesasne due to the severe environmental impacts of human activities on the St. Lawrence River.

The Area of Concern includes approximately 80 km of the St. Lawrence River from the MosesSaunders Dam at Cornwall to the outlet of Lake St. Francis at the Beauharnois Power Dam in Quebec. In Akwesasne Territory, the AOC includes portions of the Grasse, Raquette, and St. Regis rivers. This AOC is one of five bi-national Areas of Concern and is entirely divided by the international border: jurisdiction in the Canadian portion is shared between Canada, Ontario and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne; while jurisdiction in the United States portion is shared between the United States, New York State and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe.

A Remedial Action Plan (RAP) was established to address the environmental challenges and Beneficial Use Impairments (BUI) that define each AOC. Governments, communities, and local organizations continue to work together on collaborative projects to restore and protect the Area of Concern. For more information on the status of the local Beneficial Use Impairments, visit stlawrenceriverRAP.ca/BUIs Impaired

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In partnership with ALUS Canada, the RRCA helps farmers and ranchers restore wetlands, reforest, plant windbreaks, install riparian buffers, manage sustainable drainage systems, create pollinator habitat and establish other ecologically beneficial projects on their properties. ALUS provides annual payments to its participants to ensure the ongoing stewardship of each of their ALUS projects. For more information, contact ontarioeastalus@gmail.com or visit alus.ca

Science and Nature UNtapped River Institute speaker series goes online!

The River Institute’s popular speaker series, Science and Nature on Tap, has moved online as Science and Nature UNTapped! The first presentation took place May 6 via live online platforms and also on YourTV Cogeco Cornwall. Emmalyn Dupree, Chemistry PhD candidate at Clarkson University, gave a presentation called Effects of Legacy Contaminants on the Great Lakes Ecosystem: A Proteomic Approach. Her research aims to identify the effects of PCBs in the Great Lakes on human proteins and to develop a fish protein database to monitor response to key contaminants.

The next UNtapped presentation will be June 3, 2020 at 7pm, featuring River Institute Research Scientist Matt Windle: The Aquatic Rollercoaster: how the river’s ups and downs impact biodiversity. Visit riverinstitute.ca/ontap for more details.

Cornwall Sediment Strategy

The Cornwall Sediment Strategy is a key component of the Remedial Action Plan to restore and manage the contaminated sediment in the AOC. The strategy includes the long-term monitoring plan and ongoing programs to safeguard contaminated sediments along the Cornwall waterfront. Monitoring programs are managed by provincial and federal government agencies and supported by the River Institute, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, and Raisin Region Conservation Authority to assess changes in mercury concentrations in sediments, invertebrates and fish. These results, together with other measurements such as flow, sediment stability, macrophyte coverage, and new sediment inputs are combined to monitor sediment changes over time. For more information on the Cornwall Sediment Strategy, stlawrenceriverRAP.ca/ CSS

In 2019, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Environment Program (MCA) established a RAP Coordinator position partially funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada. The focus is to coordinate RAP projects and partnerships as well as undertake community outreach and engagement grounded in the cultural context of Akwesasne. Importantly, the position ensures community members have the opportunity to be informed of and provide input to RAP decisions. MCA was delighted to have Karen Douglass Cooper assume the position. Karen carries decades of experience in community engagement and communications at all government levels and eight years of working on the St. Lawrence River (Kaniatarowanenneh) RAP. She is a passionate addition to the MCA’s staff and has a deep respect and love for Akwesasne. Additionally, Karen understands her privilege as a white woman working in an Indigenous community and approaches her work with immense care. She is taking the time to patiently listen, learn, and work with MCA staff to adjust her engagement and communication strategies to meet Akwesasronon needs.

At left: Karen Douglass Cooper, RAP Coordinator and Environmental Project Coordinator for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne.

Cornwall RAP Contact:

Natasha Pozega

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Macrophyte monitoring for the Cornwall Sediment Strategy

Some areas of the St. Lawrence River along the Cornwall waterfront contain sediments that are contaminated by mercury, lead, other metals, and organic contaminants. Submerged plants (macrophytes) are thought to affect the accumulation and re-suspension of sediments in the nearshore areas, and subsequently affect the contaminant patterns and rates of recovery. Matt Windle (River Institute Research Scientist) has been monitoring, characterizing, and mapping macrophyte beds in the contaminated zones of the AOC using hydroacoustic measurements as well as high-resolution drone imagery to map the distribution of macrophytes in the contaminated zones. The data generated by this work will be used to monitor sediment changes over time to support the Cornwall Sediment Strategy. This combined use of hydroacoustics and drone technologies represent a novel approach that shows much potential for future research.

Akwesasne RAP Contact:

Karen Douglass Cooper

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As South Glengarry begins to get back to the new normal, I would like to take this time to thank everyone for their continued support in social distancing and being mindful of infection control precautions and gatherings as retailers, seasonal businesses, as well as health and community service providers begin to re-open or expand their services.

A full list of these services, resources and up-to-date information regarding the re-opening of the province can be found on the South Glengarry Website as well as the Township social media pages. We will continue to update our residents as more specifics are shared by the Ontario government. The Municipal office remains closed to the public; however, our staff continues to respond to

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SOUTH GLENGARRY, Ontario – At their meeting on May 19, the Township of South Glengarry Council, chose not to allow chickens to be kept in urban settlement areas within the municipality.

“I personally am not in favour of having chickens in urban settlement areas. When chickens aren’t managed properly it causes a lot of issues, whether it be rodents, or disposal of manure,” said Councillor Sam McDonell.

“I think there is a lot of space in our municipality outside of our urban settlement area.”

Councillor Stephanie Jaworski however stated that it was unfortunate that a pilot program could not be attempted, acknowledging that while it could be difficult to manage, the results might be worthwhile.

“I ideally would have liked to see a pilot, including in the urban settlement areas. A limited pilot,” she said. “It is kind of perplexing to me that it cities like the GTA, they can make this work.”

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Thursday, May 14, the Township had received 16 complaints against those keeping chickens in an urban area, and only two from individuals complaining about being unable to have chickens because of the current by-law.

After Thursday, a video began to be shared on social media showing a South Glengarry residence with many rodents around a chicken pen and Haley explained that between Thursday and the Tuesday night meeting, many more complaints against chickens had been filed.

“We have had a number of complaints that have come in since last Thursday in one of our settlement areas,” Haley explained.

While council rejected the idea of allowing chickens in urban areas, they did ask Haley to re-evaluate the existing by-law to allow chickens on rural and agricultural lots of any size. Haley explained that she would formulate an amended by-law, conduct public consultation, and return to council with feedback.

No municipality in the United Counties of SD&G currently allow chickens to be kept on properties in urban areas.

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The unprecedented circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in an increase in fraudulent activities across Ontario. The Real Estate Council is asking us to advise our clients to be mindful of potential fraud in order to protect our clients and customers.

It has come to Cameron Real Estate Brokerage’s attention that a fraudulent rental scheme appears to be occurring in the Cornwall Area. The scheme works as follows: Scam artists use information and photos from properties listed in this area and then advertises on an online classified advertising service, saying they are renting the home at unusually low rents without requiring a credit check and no viewings, etc.

As a result of these advertisements, the scam artist then attempts to rent the property out to one or several other unsuspecting individuals and then fraudulently collects the first and last month’s rent or deposit.

If you come across this kind of possible scam, please be careful. You can contact the Cornwall Police Services at 613-932-2110 to report suspicious activity.

Please be on alert for schemes of this nature in order to protect yourself and your family.

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phone calls and email during regular operating hours to better help serve the South Glengarry community.

In order to help protect the health and well-being of the community, our Council Meetings are being held by remote, electronic participation and are now accessible to view online through the Township webpage at www. southglengarry.com or can be watched live through our Township YouTube page.

This month saw our community, local businesses and residents alike, working together at a distance to help navigate through May snow showers, emergency preparedness week, mental health awareness week, and shop local initiatives. We thank you for your continued patience and incredible support as our community begins the long journey of re-opening. While opening garden centres, boat launches, and other recreational activities may seem small, our community has worked strongly together to stop the spread of COVID-19 and we are taking every precaution to ensure our community re-opens safely and responsibly.

Take care, stay healthy and be well.

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RAY, Reginald (Reg) April 16, 2020 (96)

Reg will be sadly missed by his wife Hortense Ray (Pilon), 3 children Sheila Bough (Jim), Gordon Ray (Joan), Brenda Dombroskie (Benny), 6 grandchildren Jennifer (Robert), Daniel (Nikki), Geoffrey (Margaret), Robert (Karen), Derrick and Jonathan (Jacqueline), 12 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-greatgrandchildren. Predeceased by his parents John and Annie (Alguire) Ray, brothers Eric, Ralph and Russell. For online condolences, www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca.

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JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities include: Accounts Receivable, Preparing Progress Billing, Ledger Entries, Fixed Asset Sub-Ledger, Year End Financials, Liaising with Auditors, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliations, Document Filing, and Assisting with Project Administration (Stat Dec’s, CCDC’s, Bonding, Insurance, etc.)

Prerequisites include: Five years’ experience as Accountant, Experience with Sage Accounting Software, Experience with Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Time Management Skills, Attention to Detail Assets: Post-Secondary Education in Field, CPA or Equivalent Designation Salary: To be Determined Based on Experience Interested candidates can send resumé to careers@dbcltd.ca or fax to 613-537-8561.

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Cornwall is a beautiful, safe and friendly growing community. Cornwall is located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario, and has everything you need to enjoy an exceptional quality of life. With a small town feel, businesses and waterfront minutes away from your front door along with new opportunities awaiting around every corner. Cornwall Electric is currently recruiting for a:

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Seaway Valley Community Health Centre is recruiting a Registered Nurse for a leave replacement for 15 months commencing July 20th, 2020. We offer a competitive salary and HOOPP. The candidate must have the ability to work in an interprofessional team and manage a full client roster, working at full scope of practice. For key responsibilities, qualifications and a copy of the full job description refer to our website at www.seawayvalleychc.ca/ employment-opportunities. Apply by June 15th, 2020.

DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER The Distribution Engineer will be responsible for system planning and variance technical studies, including Distribution System Plan and major project development, engineering and design. The incumbent will provide technical support for line design technicians, line department and substation department.

Cornwall Electric is offering this full-time position with an attractive compensation/benefits package, competitive pension plan, professional development, an excellent working environment, and more. If you happen to be seeking a rewarding and exciting career - we encourage you to apply!

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Seaway Valley Community Health Centre is recruiting two summer students: Community Programs Support Worker and Primary Care Support Worker beginning June 22nd, 2020.

For key responsibilities, qualifications and a copy of the full job descriptions refer to our website at www.seawayvalleychc.ca/employment-opportunities.

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The key responsibility of the Supervisor, Distribution Planning will be to manage, supervise and provide leadership to the planning department. Ensure all work assigned is performed efficiently, while demonstrating a personal commitment to the safety of co-workers, the public, yourself and the environment.

Cornwall Electric is offering this full-time position with an attractive compensation/benefits package, competitive pension plan, professional development, an excellent working environment, and more. If you happen to be seeking a rewarding and exciting career - we encourage you to apply!

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This rewarding and exciting position is ideally suited to a retired or semi-retired couple. As the resident superintendent, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of this centrally located, 25-unit adult apartment building.

Orientation and training to be provided.

Compensation to include a nicely renovated two-bedroom apartment along with heat, hot water, electricity, off street parking and personal storage area. Same floor laundry. Small monthly compensation.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The City of Cornwall has two community eco gardens, one on Brookdale Ave. and one on Race St. With the relaxation of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, the gardens are open for the season, with some new safety and social distancing measures in place.

The gardens are managed by Centre De Santé Communautaire De L’Estrie (CSCE) in Cornwall. Ivan Labelle, Community Health Agent with CSCE explained the importance of these gardens to the community.

They may be an essential source of food for some but not necessarily for all,” Labelle said. “Anyone in our community can apply for a garden, we don’t ask about income any other personal questions. What a community garden does offer is an opportunity to access fresh produce, but also offer many other benefits: the fresh air, the sun, the physical labour feed the body and soul. The low-level concentration to weed or plant help

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is that only annual plants are allowed to be grown.

“Typically beans, carrots, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce. The reason we don’t allow perennials is that is some plants spread,” said Labelle.

Other rules include keeping workspaces clean and for users to but their tools back where they found them. Labelle said that a few new rules were being encouraged because of the pandemic.

“The COVID-19 has added challenges, so we encourage people this year to bring their own tools, wear personal protection, mask, gloves, disinfect surfaces, wash your hands before and after gardening, observe physical distancing, sign the registry, don’t come in if refocus the mind and forget about others you have symptoms, only registered memstressors for a while, which helps with menbers are allowed. No visitors,” he said. tal health.”

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CORNWALL, Ontario – On Saturday, May 23, Bruce Hyderman and a group of fellow motorbike enthusiasts hit the open road to show their support for frontline workers and those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bruce Hyderman had help organizing the event from friend Jay Roberts, who connected Hyderman with various riding clubs throughout the region.

Hyderman said that all of the riding clubs he contacted were eager to get out and show support for the cause. In all, Hyderman estimates he had roughly 60 riders out with him.

Their route took them past local long-term care facilities such as Heritage Heights, Heritage Manor, Heartwood, Glen Stor Dun Lodge, and Woodland Villa in Long Sault, as well as the Cornwall Community Hospital.

In addition to the dozens of bikers that came out for the honour ride, some first responders, such as the Cornwall-SDG Paramedic Service came out to show their support as well.

“They are doing so much and they deserve a thank you for being there,” said Hyderman of frontline workers. “It is heartbreaking some of the things going on.”

Hyderman stressed that this was not a social gathering and that he had contacted local officials, such as the police, to ensure that this act of appreciation was done

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administration, or Chief himself, first. Mind you, I guess I learned about our previous Manager of Environmental Services leaving for another municipality through the media, and not administration or herself, first. So I’m not exactly surprised.”

As of time of publication, there was no notice of the Fire Chief’s position being vacant on the City of Cornwall website.

Cornwall CAO Maureen Adams explained that the City of Cornwall had prepared a notice for Council to be distributed Thursday morning, May 21 and they were unaware of Clarence-Rockland’s plans to announce the Chief’s departure from Cornwall previous evening.

“We have been extremely proud of the work the Chief has implemented as a part of the City of Cornwall,” said Adams.

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“I am an avid biker and thought this would be a good way to say thank you,” he said.

“Because of COVID a lot of bikers can’t come together with their friends. This is a way we can ride together for a good cause.”

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CORNWALL, Ontario – Cornwall Fire Services (CFS) Chief Pierre Voisine has apparently taken a new position as the Fire Chief in Clarence-Rockland.

“The City of Clarence-Rockland is proud to announce the nomination of Pierre Voisine as Director of Protection and Fire Chief,” a press release on the City of Clarence-Rockland website reads.

While termed as a nomination, Voisine said he was looking forward to working in the the city where he resides.

“I am extremely excited to be moving my career to the municipality where I live. The opportunity to work in Clarence-Rockland, one of the fastest growing municipalities in Ontario is exciting, and I look forward to working with Municipal Council and the excellent management group in place,” reads a quote attributed to Voisine in the press release.

The news of the Chief’s new employment was news to at least one Cornwall Councillor, Justin Towndale.

“Just found out our Fire Chief is leaving for the same job in Clarence-Rockland,” Towndale wrote on Twitter. “Know how I found out?

Someone sent me a screenshot of the press release from Clarence-Rockland. I would have expected this sort of news from our

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The game, Dispatch Mayhem, was “The students experienced a lot, from designed specifically for SLC’s Supply preproduction work on design and

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:CORNWALL, Ontario – Gaetan’s Chip Stand will be undergoing a big expansion this summer.

Terry Sauve, owner of Gaetan’s explained he planned to add four chip trucks to the streets of Cornwall in addition to his location at the corner of Pitt St. and Tollgate Rd. “We have pretty much doubled our company this year,” he said.

Sauve plans to add one chip truck to the road each week for the next four weeks.

The trucks will have a condensed menu, but will have all of the favourites like ice cream, burgers, poutine, and fries.

“When we came to Cornwall six years ago, I promised to put food trucks on the road,” said Sauve.

The chip trucks will have GPS trackers, and Sauve is working on partnering with a smartphone application that will allow customers to track the location of the trucks.

In addition to the trucks he will have on the road in Cornwall, and his location on Pitt St. Sauve will also have a Gaetan’s location at the TNI Campgrounds in Lancaster

Terry Sauve of Gaetan’s Chip Stand next to one of his new chip trucks .

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The number of daily COVID-19 cases in Ontario has been increasing everday for the past four days. It seems like instead of flattening the curve, we are climbing back up it.

With this warm weather, I’m worried about our case numbers in two weeks.

Way to go Bruce Hyderman on helping to organize an honour ride in support of first responders and those affected by COVID-19 this past Saturday.

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Marina 200 and boat launches at Guindon and Lamoureux Parks are now open. Outdoor courts, fields, ball diamonds, and the skatepark are also open.

Respect the 5-person gathering limit and the 6-foot physical distancing rule.

Please do not visit outdoor facilities if you are sick.

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Beyond 21 is selling rain barrels as a part of their fundraising efforts for their new home.

Barrels start at $55. Orders must be received by June 12, 2020. This sale benefits The Hub for BEYOND 21 Foundation and offers optional home delivery starting June 20, 2020 or local pick up at Marlin Orchards & Garden Centre,6864 Orchard Rd, Cornwall, ON K6H 5R5 on Saturday, June 20, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Contact Tish Humphries, t.humphries@hotmail. com or 613-551-5740 for location specific questions or info@RainBarrelFundraising.com for product specific questions.

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This is James. (Named after my favourite former Leaf player, James Van Riemsdyk.) In his healthier days, James weighed 29 pounds! He is a gentle giant that has brought joy to my life for the last 6 years. Recently diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, we are enjoying every day we get to spend with him. Proudly rescued and owned by Cornwall’s Little Historian, Sara Lauzon.

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A tip of the hat for Pat and her staff at Fullertons on Pitt St. for going above and beyond always and for always being there for me. Also thank you for being front line workers. Pat is absolutely the BEST!!

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When it comes to public engagement, I think the City of Cornwall has improved a lot. Through the efforts of Mayor Bernadette Clement and Communications Coordinator Emma Meldrum, I think that even if the public does not always agree with Council or administrations decisions, at least Bravo to Andre Pommier for offering to they can say they were given the chance to speak. compromise and support his neighbouring I’m pointing to the Pitt St. discussion and the fire businesses in the downtown. That is the kind ban as two examples from this past year. of leadership we all need to get through the current global situation. Happy birthday by Thank you to all of the volunteers who took the way. part in the food hamper program. I know that it supported a lot of seniors, an isolated part of our Centre 105 is a drop-in breakfast day propopulation who are now more isolated than ever. gram offered three mornings a week, in Cornwall. We are looking for donations to continue to help the community! Contact Taylor Seguin, Program Coordinator at Centre 105 at info@centre105.ca

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Johanne Great work Kat Rendek and Transition Cornwall + on pivoting and doing a different kind of Incredible Edibles Festival this year. Now in its seventh year, the Incredible Edible Plant Festival has had to expand across the city to promote social distancing. This coming Friday the plant festival will be at the following locations: West parking lot at Pitt and First St., Food Basics (West): 960 Brookdale Ave. Home Hardware: 10 13th St. E., Food Basics (East): 1315 2nd St. E., No Frills: 1390 2nd St. E. and on Saturday they will again be at No Frills and Food Basics as well as The Local Fill: 1515 Pitt St. and Short Line Convenience: 1300 2nd St. W.

The theme for Paramedic Services Week 2020 is Pandemic: Paramedics on the Front Line and demonstrates the important role that paramedics play on the front lines of the health care system during a pandemic. SDG paramedics play an integral role on the front lines of health care. Paramedics are often an early point of contact when residents access health care.

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Something bad is about to happen... I can feel it.

I bought some shoes from a drug dealer. I don’t know what he laced them with, but I’ve been tripping all day.

Just burned 2,000 calories. That’s the last time I leave brownies in the oven while I nap.

Did you hear about the two silk worms in a race? It ended in a tie!

Thanks for explaining the word “many” to me, it means a lot.

Nick Wolochatiuk Dances with Words

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My dog used to turn around clockwise several times before settling down on the sofa. If I ever get to Australia, I’m going to see if the Coriolis Effect works in reverse on their dogs. A related question: How come the Australian shepherd dogs that live in Canada turn around in the same direction as all our domestic breeds?

If I ever get into an electrical factory’s research, engineering and manufacturing department, I’m going to find out how the threeprong machines turn out products that are

oriented just the opposite to the wall outlets they’re designed to fit. I’m sure you’ve noticed that.

I’d like to inspect the factories that produce keys for the Nissan Cube and Mazda B3000 pickups. My key ring contains one of each.

Here’s what I want to know: how come whatever key I blindly select is always the one for the other vehicle? Not 50% of the time (as odds dictate it should be), but the wrong key 100% of the time!

In Portugal, I was taking some photographs at the harbour entrance at the mouth of the Rio Arade, between Ferragudo and Portimao.

Studying the images taken by my camera, I noticed that vessels heading into port would see a green marker on the right, a red one on

the left. In North America, the red and green channel markers are opposite to those in Europe. Those colours are remembered by the simple mnemonic, ‘RRR: Red, Right, Returning’.

What ditty does a European boat captain recite?

GGG: not ‘Go, Green, Gauche’! That would get him grounded.

Take a peek into the airliner cockpit before they slam the flight crew’s door shut. It’s always the pilot on the left, co-pilot on the right. Was that routine established in 1910 to settle the first side-by-side seating dispute between two pilots?

There’s something sinister about the design of cameras. The shutter release is always right-handed. For those with a sinister bent, the right side would be the wrong side.

Consider rifle ergonomics. Why is the bolt always on the right side? How do the lefthanders deal with that? Reaching over the breech with the left-hand would-be time consuming and impossibly awkward.

Any book I’ve ever used has the binding on the left, requiring the right hand to be the one used to turn the pages. Since the beginning of Hebrew text is at the ‘end’, where do Jewish bookbinders place the bindings?

So many questions, so few answers! If you can solve any of these mysteries, drop me a line at nuthilltoo@gmail.com. If you prefer to write, send your solution to me at Box 623, Ingleside, Ontario, K0C 1M0, but be sure to enclose a crisp one hundred dollar bill to cover handling costs.

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