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ONTARIO – Premier Doug Ford announced Doug Ford on Monday, March 23 that all non-essential answering a reporter’s businesses in the province of Ontario will be question mandated to close for two weeks as of noon during a on Tuesday, March 24. campaign “This was a tough decision, but the right stop at the decision, as this is no time for half measRamada Inn ures,” said Premier Doug Ford. “But I have in 2018. said from day one we will, and we must, take Nick Seebruch photo. all steps necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19. The health and safety of every Ontarian must come first. The health of you, the health and well-being of Ontarians. your children, your grandparents and friends Nothing is more important.” depends on all of us doing our part.”

While we pause The government stated that businesses during this time, that can organize work from home protocols remember to be or other contingencies will be permitted to remain in operation. Essential services relatkind to others. ed to groceries, medicine, other essentials WE ARE NOT OPEN BUT and their associated supply chains will conWE ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOU tinue to remain open.

Send an email or phone us if you know A full list of businesses required to close someone in need of our assistance. will be listed by the province online tomorrow.

The government will also release a 1-800 support@cornwallhearing.ca number on Wednesday for any inquiries.

“Based on the advice of Dr. Williams, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, and the experts at our Command Table, Ontario is taking further action to contain the spread of COVID-19,” said Christine Elliott, Deputy 1328 Pitt St. www.cornwallhearing.ca Premier and Minister of Health. “These Cornwall’s only locally owned Hearing Aid Clinic! enhanced measures are necessary to protect EASY ACCESS & FREE PARKING!

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CORNWALL, Ontario The City of Cornwall announced on Wednesday, March 18 that it has opened a helpline for residents with any concerns or requests for support.

The phone number is 613-933-6282 ext.

3129, and will be open from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by bilingual staff members. If the line is busy, residents are asked to leave a voicemail which will be returned.

The City has also established a page dedicated to informing the public about how the coronavirus pandemic has affected municipal services. The web page can be found here.

Other important City and health contacts at

CORNWALL, Ontario – In his daily press briefing, Dr. Paul Roumeliotis of the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) confirmed that the region’s paramedic services will be conducting at home testing for COVID-19 where appropriate.

“What we want is for our local hospitals to have an off load system,” said Dr. Paul. “We now have three choices, when someone calls who needs a test, we can send them to their local Emergency Room, we will soon be able to send them to a testing centre, or we can send paramedics to their home to conduct the test.”

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this time include: Eastern Ontario Health Unit – 1-800-2677120, open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Cornwall City Hall – 613-932-6252, open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Emergencies – 911 “It is our hope that this line will help us reach residents who don’t use any of the channels we’ve been using to communicate updates,” read a City statement.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU)’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Paul Roumeliotis has issued an order of closure for more businesses as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The order closes all daycare centres, all barber shops, all places of worship, all gyms and fitness centres, all tattoo parlours, body piercing, nail services, electrolysis services, and other aesthetic services.

The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) warned that failure to comply could result in serious

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fines.

“Failure to comply with the order could result in a fine up to $5,000 for individuals or $25,000 for corporations,” reads a CPS tweet.

These closure orders come on top of orders for restaurants to close all dining areas which was made by the provincial government on March 17.

The orders from the EOHU were released on Sunday, March 22 after a third case of COVID-19 was discovered in the Eastern Ontario region.

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ONTARIO – The province of Ontario has introduced a new at home learning program in partnership with TVO called Learn at Home.

The program was developed in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which lead the province to close schools for three weeks.

“The Learn at Home initiative will help mitigate ‘learning loss’ during this period of uncertainty,” said Education Minister Stephen Lecce. “Our plan will provide interactive teacher-led math supports to keep students learning and empower all students to learn key skills with an emphasis on STEM education, while also arming parents with resources to support them as their kids learn at

home.”

The educational content is being created and/ or curated by TVO on a range of their platforms.

In addition to their TVOKids YouTube channel, they are creating three additional channels, one for math, one for science, and one for language.

TVOKids will also be providing educational content and courses through their traditional television channel as well. Check their program guide for full details.

TVO Mathify is another math resource created in partnership between TVO and the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT).

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During this period of physical distancing, we have modified our manner of delivery.

Orders will no longer be carried into the home, but can be delivered curbside, or placed on a doorstep, porch, or in a garage.

Orders for vacant, new home builds or additions will still be carried into the construction space as per usual.

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Dr. Paul said that the local paramedics have been trained in the testing protocols and that paramedics will also be helping with testing at off-site testing centres once they are opened. Dr. Paul hopes to have the testing centres opened by early next week.

He has said that between five and six testing centres are being planned for, one in Cornwall, one in Winchester, on in Alexandria, one in Hawkesbury with possibly a sixth one in Prescott-Russell.

Dr. Paul stated that this all depended on how congested local emergency rooms become because of COVID-19 cases.

So far, there has been only one case of COVID-19 in the Cornwall area.

Public safety during extraordinary times WALKING THE BEAT WITH THE CHIEF

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The Province of Ontario has declared a Public Health Emergency under the Emergency Management Act and issued Orders effective March 17, 2020 to close the following: All facilities providing indoor recreational programs, all public libraries, all private schools as defined in the Education Act, all licensed child care centres, all bars and restaurants, except to the extent that such facilities provide takeout food and delivery, all theatres including those offering live performances of music, dance, and other art forms, as well as cinemas that show movies, and all concert venues. Additionally, all organized public events of over fifty people are prohibited, including parades and events and communal services within places of worship.

On March 22, 2020 this order was expanded by the Medical Officer of Health for Eastern Ontario, Dr. Paul Roumeliotis to include: • All Daycare and other Child Care Facilities both licenced and private • All public gyms, fitness and sports centres • All churches, mosques synagogues and

self-isolate for 14 days. That means STAY HOME! Have a friend, neighbour or relative do your grocery shopping for you. To do otherwise is to place us all at risk of contracting COVID-19.

In this day and age of social media, I encourage you to rely on official websites such as eohu.ca or Ontario.ca for the latest and most accurate information on the COVID19 crisis. Our own webpage at cornwallpolice. ca and our various social media platforms are linked to those sources of information.

The CPS will continue to assess the COVID19 situation on a go forward basis and will continue to the best of its ability to ensure public safety in our community.

Please stay healthy and be safe.

2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF ONTARIANS IS THE GOVERNMMENT’S TOP PRIORITY Since we first learned of COVID-19 as an emerging public health issue, Ontario has been diligently monitoring the developing situation to protect the health and well-being of all Ontarians.

How does the virus spread?

Coronaviruses are spread mainly from person to person through close contact, for example, in a household, workplace or health care centre. There is no vaccine available at the moment to protect against the 2019 novel coronavirus.

Everyday actions we can all do

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There are everyday actions that can help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses. Take these everyday steps to reduce exposure to the virus and protect your health:

MAINTAINING AT LEAST 2 METRES OF SPACE FROM OTHER PEOPLE Wash your hands often with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

Cough and sneeze into your sleeve or a tissue. Dispose of tissue immediately and wash your hands.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

Keep surfaces clean and disinfected.

Avoid contact with people who are sick.

Stay home when you are sick.

If you feel unwell (cough, fever, breathing difficulties), contact your health care provider, Eastern Health Unit at 613-933-1375 or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000.

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JIM McDONELL MPP – Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry Cornwall: Tel. 613-933-6513 • Toll Free 1-800-514-9660 Morrisburg & Winchester: 1-800-514-9660 E-mail: jim.mcdonellco@pc.ola.org

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The COVID-19 crisis came upon us so quickly that it presented tremendous challenges for everyone. Given these extraordinary times, I want to update the community on the steps the Cornwall Police Service (CPS) has taken to ensure public safety during the COVID-19 crisis.

Our recent experience with the Nav Centre Quarantine provided the opportunity for many of our officers to become more experienced in the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). As a result of the quarantine, we were also able to equip our police service with an appropriate inventory of PPE for the time being.

All of our front line officers have been issued PPE and will use it as necessary. The health and safety of our members is a priority and as such, all of our employees have been strongly encouraged to practice social distancing as they carry out their duties.

To further reduce the likelihood of transmission of the COVID-19 virus within our workplace, many staff members have been assigned to work from home using remote technology.

Members of the public have also been directed to not attend CPS headquarters.

Instead, they are asked to report crimes over the phone by calling 613-932-2110 or via online reporting, which is available anytime at cornwallpolice.ca. Our Crime Reduction & Community Partnerships Unit, located at 330 Montreal Road, is now closed to the public

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I urge all citizens of Cornwall to accept their social responsibility to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus and to, if possible, STAY HOME. If you cannot remain home, please practice Social Distancing and routinely wash your hands.

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SMART CITY TOASTMASTERS - If you want to become a better communicator then join Smart City Toastmasters. We are a small welcoming group, so you can get comfortable and grow your confidence.

Every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month at 7pm in room A351 at St. Lawrence College. Info: stefan_corriveau@outlook.com or 613-937-3485.

CHOSEN IS A NEW JUNIOR HIGH GROUP ages 12-15 years meeting the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month from 6:30pm to 8pm at Cornwall Wesleyan Church, 780 Sydney St. Info: 613-936-9166.

LET’S PLAY EUCHRE!!! The Cornwall Township Lions Club. Wednesday, April 1 at 7pm. Info: contact Roly Dixon at 613932-9396 or Helen at 613-931-3076.

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CASINO TRIP to Lac-Leamy Casino (Hull) on Friday, March 27 has been cancelled due to COVD-19 and the fact that the casino is closed for at least 2 weeks. For more info: 613-932-6534 or 613-933-3214.

LE CLUB DES AÎNÉ(E)S DE STETHÉRÈSE est au regret de vous informer que le tournoi de Whist militaire de samedi 4 avril 2020 es cancellé pour cette année. Nous comptons nous reprendre l’an prochain si possible.

Denis Poulin V-Prés: 613-932-1805.

The FREE STORE at Cornwall Wesleyan Church is cancelled for March 28. Will resume at a later date.

THE PATRONS OF ST. COLUMBAN FOUNDATION are postponing their annual chicken dinner fundraiser scheduled for March 29 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 297 Cornwall as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. The chicken dinner will take place at a later date.

HORTICULTURAL INFORMATION SESSION - Friday, March 27 at 6pm at the Seaway Senior Citizens Club, 506 Pitt St., given by Fred and Frieda Deschamps, O.D.A. certified horticulturists and retired master gardeners. Topics: Preparing flower gardens for spring planting; continuous colour by selecting plants that bloom at various times in specific months; understanding zoneage and micro climates; fertilizing; and spring and summer bulbs. Register by calling (613) 9324969. Everyone welcome. Info: Fred (613) 932-1551.

AQUA FITNESS GROUP - If you have Fibromyalgia and/or Chronic Fatigue, join our Aqua Fitness Group held at the Aqua Centre in Cornwall on Tuesdays and Fridays, from Noon to 1pm. Info: Vickie Pollock at 613-537-8781 or Leona Pilon at 613-931-2874.

WEDNESDAY LUNCH ~ by the members of the Knights of Columbus “Seniors & Friends”, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) Every Wednesday from 11:30am-1pm.

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THE APRIL SOUP AND SANDWICH LUNCH at St. Andrew’s-St.Mark’s United Church, Long Sault is CANCELLED L’ACFO-SDG La tournée Juste pour Rire des Rendez-vous de la Francophonie débarque à Cornwall est annulée! Soyez des nôtres pour le spectacle d’humour de La Tournée des Rendez-vous de la Francophonie.

TRI-COUNTY COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our dance scheduled for April 4th is cancelled. Watch here for our next dance.

BINGO – STE-THÉRÈSE-DE-LISIEUX BINGO FOR THURSDAY MARCH 26, 2020 IS cancelled due to ongoing concerns of COVID19.

SPAGHETTI FEED FUNDRAISER Friday, Mar. 27 brought to you by the Knights of Columbus Council 755, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) has been cancelled.

HOUSE OF HOPE (353 Montreal Rd.) Join our community family ~~ weekly ~~ Tuesdays 1-2 pm. Games, cards, crafts, chit chat, 10-11:15am fellowship with people in your city, new friends to talk with people who will listen if you want to talk.

Worship God in song, followed by bible thoughts. Noon , a healthy lunch, FREE. 1-2 pm, a variety of morning events or a time to just share with others. A safe place to come together in community with one another. Come Alive Church services resuming on Saturday, April 4th. Doors open for coffee @ 6pm. Service begins @ 6:30pm. Come worship God with your neighbours!

LOST VILLAGES GALS SPRING FLING, Friday, March 27 at the South Stormont Township Hall, Long Sault (5:30-9:00).

Hosted by Ingleside Long Sault Lost Villages Lions Club in support of Community Living Stormont County.

Vendors, fashion show, prizes, cash bar and light refreshments. Advance tickets only at 613-577-0818 or 280-9th St. West Cornwall (CLSC).

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LIVING WELL WITH COPD (353 Pitt St, Cornwall ON) March 30th to May 4th, Mondays 2-4pm. This six-week program is for people with COPD and their families to learn to better manage this condition.

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ALZHEIMER SOCIETY Monthly support group meetings for Care Givers and for People living with dementia. Call 613 9324914 ext. 202 for times and locations (English and French).

CORNWALL WESLEYAN CHURCH invites you to our Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10am. Kids Konnect Church for children ages 4 – 12 years. Nursery available. Bible Study Thursdays at 6:30pm.

Men’s Fellowship Meeting at 8:30am the first Saturday of the Month. Info: www. cor nwallwesleyanchurch.on.ca / 613-936-9166.

IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING BOTHERING YOU? You are not alone. There is help and hope. Call 613-937-4880 or visit www. al-anon.org ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS CLUB BINGO(S) Every Monday and Thursday at the Army Navy Club, starting at 12:15 (warm up) and Reg. games start at 1pm.

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CORNWALL NEWCOMERS CLUB welcomes women who have moved in the last 4 years to Cornwall and the surrounding areas within the SD&G Counties. Info: Deborah 613-360-4628 to learn more about the club and its activities.

GOOD FRIDAY FISH & CHIPS Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus 755, Friday, Apr. 10 from 4pm to 7pm at 205 Amelia St. (downstairs hall). Doors open at 3pm. Info: 613-932-7600.

DOES FOOD CONTROL YOUR LIFE? Do you constantly diet, starve, binge or purge? Do you hate your body? We meet every Monday evening at 6:30pm at Wesleyan Church, 780 Sydney St. Info: 613 662-9979 or oa.cornwall@gmail.com

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VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDEDCANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY needed in Cornwall & district to provide cancer patients transportation to their medical appointments. The Wheels of Hope program ensures that volunteer drivers are trained and supported in addition to reimbursing them for mileage. Volunteer drivers would not need to own or use their personal vehicles as we now have access to a new van for the program. Info: linda. rodgers@ontario.cancer.ca or call 613-932-1283.

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I have seen many posts over the past week about people witnessing those who should be in self-isolation out and about in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. I wanted to take this time to share some information to clear this up for our readers This pandemic is evolving rapidly, with sometimes contradicting information and new developments happening hourly.

Here is the latest as far as self-isolation and social distancing goes.

If you just returned from a trip abroad, even to the state of New York, stay home, self-isolate. Individuals in this situation should not being going to any stores or public gatherings of any kind. People cannot come over to your house to visit, you cannot go to other people’s houses, you cannot go to work, and your family has to self-isolate with you even if they did not travel.

Going out for a walk with your dog is fine, as long as you remain two meters from other individuals.

Make sure that you have enough medical supplies and groceries on hand so that you are prepared to remain in self-isolation for two weeks. If there are any supplies that you need, a family member or friend who is not in self-isolation can go and get that for you and drop it off at your door.

Finally, if you should outright ignore your need to self-isolate after travelling or coming into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) can enforce an order of quarantine on you and your family, which means that you will not have the choice to self-isolate, and likely would not even be allowed outdoors. Any orders of quarantine issued by the Health Unit will be enforced by the police. Those violating the orders could face fines and other legal repercussions.

I have also seen people out and about while wearing N-95 protective masks. If you do not have COVID-19, wearing a mask will not prevent you from getting it. If you do have COVID-19 a mask might prevent you from spreading the disease, for a couple of hours, then it would need to be changed. However, if you have COVID-19, mask or not, you should not be out in public at all.

Now, self-isolation and social distancing, whether we like it or not, is becoming much easier to practice, because there is not much else left to do.

Most events have been cancelled. All schools are closed. All non-essential businesses in the province have been closed for two weeks by the order of the Premier.

The City of Cornwall has placed blockers on Cornwall Transit buses to enforce social distancing. There are still a few places where we can travel where there might be large crowds.

Grocery stores, pharmacies and hospitals for example, all will remain open. Only go to one of these places if you absolutely have to, and if you do, try to remain at least two meters from everyone else.

My dad is in his 70s and has always done the family grocery shopping for as long as I can remember. Every grocery store in town now has senior only shopping hours in the early mornings, usually around 7:30 a.m. or 8 a.m. and he takes advantage of these. He also washes his hands frequently, and cleans his clothes when he gets home. For a member of a demographic that is especially vulnerable to COVID-19, my dad is taking the right steps. Way to go.

This is without a doubt a troubling time. It is not only our physical health that is at risk, but our mental health as well and the health of our community. Let’s not underplay the seriousness of this situation. People can, and will die from this. We need to each to do our part to weather this pandemic the best as we can. Selfisolating after returning from a trip, working from home, avoiding public places accept when necessary, these are small prices to pay when weighed against someone’s life; someone who might not survive COVID-19, even if you are young and healthy. Please think about your actions, everyone, and do your part in this unprecedented crisis.

That being said, Seaway News continues to be here for our readers every week.

We want to keep you well informed with all kinds of news. Do you have a story to share? Email it to me at nseebruch@seawaynews.media

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Stay home Dear Editor: I am really, truly disgusted with all of the first hand accounts of people returning from overseas and visiting stores this weekend. At the same time I am not at all surprised.

I’m an eternal optimist, and try to believe the best in humanity. And I have seen so many friends on my timeline sacrificing and quarantining when they arrive home, asking friends or family to pick up essentials for them.

But then we have these sellfish, entitled individuals putting their whole community at risk because they feel they are above the rules. It doesn’t work that way. We are all in this together. Those of who who have a lifestyle and income that allows you to travel should feel grateful - and realize that it is not only your civic but your moral duty to STAY HOME and protect your friends, your family and your neighbours.

Only slightly less believable than the audacity of putting other’s lives at risk for your petty benefit, is knowingly spreading fear. You are NOT unaware, you’ve been told how dire the situation is from all levels of government and authorities. Your mere presence in a store not only makes workers feel more vulnerable making their livelihood and ensuring an essential service, but every shopper as well, who are simply trying to meet their basic needs. And you do this not of ignorance, but far worse, out of indifference.

In your eyes, others just don’t matter as much as you.

I hope as a community we have done enough to flatten the curve and protect our most vulnerable. But it will be no thanks to the fools who felt that their self-centred wants were above their communities health and well being. And I hope they realize the magnitude of the consequences of their actions, and live forever with that shame.

Gabriel Riviere-Reid, Cornwall

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Some of the good, bad and ugly as we slip deeper into the induced national coma.

Here is another one of those never-seenin-a-lifetime things caused by the Coronavirus and restrictions on gatherings.

Funeral services as we knew them have come to a halt, right across the country.

In most, if not all, cases public services have been put off indefinitely. Most obituaries inform that there is no visitation and service will be at a later date.

The last time local funeral services were cancelled for a prolonged period was during the 1918 Spanish Flu epidemic. It was also the last time churches were shuttered. * Doug Ford’s announcement that he is prepared to spend what it takes has slapped a muzzle on NDP Leader Angry-a Horwath and the free-spending left. * If this health crisis had hit just before Christmas, toilet tissue might have been the most popular gift. * And what is with the shortage of eggs; have traumatized hens stopped laying?

* It was one of those “just watch me” moments in front of the prime minister’s residence Monday. This time it wasn’t a tough talking Pierre Trudeau but The Younger who warned Canadians who are ignoring COVID-19 advice to “Go home and stay home! We are going to make sure it happens.” * Forget about the NHL returning to finish the suspended regular season. That should bring a sigh of relief in Detroit. As for 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs, perhaps a late May tournament of sorts, around about the time the paused Major League baseball season kicks off. *************** With most of the ground work finished, the Roman Catholic Diocese of AlexandriaCornwall is expected to merge with the Archdiocese of Ottawa by early-summer to become the Archdiocese of OttawaCornwall. Alexandria Diocese was founded in 1890. In 1976 the name was changed to Alexandria-Cornwall.

With the stamp of approval by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, the document awaits the Pope’s signature.

(He has more pressing issues these days).

Archbishop Terrance Prendergast, who retires in a couple of months, told the Canadian Catholic News one of the reasons for the merger is that it has become

difficult to find bilingual bishops for both Ottawa and Cornwall dioceses.

Amalgamation has been under the microscope in 2016.

Prendergast has been wearing two hats since Bishop Marcel Damphouse was transferred to Sault Ste-Marie from Alexandria-Cornwall in 2016. He is both archbishop (Ottawa) and bishop (Alexandria-Cornwall).

According to the website GCatholic.org., Alexandria-Cornwall has 64,780 Catholics and 26 parishes, while Ottawa has 107 parishes and serves 395,000 Catholics.

Of course, there are two categories of Catholics: practising and non-practising, the latter seems to be outgrowing the regulars.

THIS AND THAT At a time when millions of Americans are wondering where the next pay cheque is coming from and economists fret about the U. S. economy sinking into a prolonged deep depression, a National Football League owner agreed to pay a 42-year-old quarterback $50 million for two-year’s worth of employment, assuming there will be a firsts season. ...

City resident Ron McMillan, whose wife

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had surgery for a broken hip while in Cuba, said he was pleasantly surprised after they returned home to receive an e-mail from the Cuban surgeon asking how his wife was doing and wishing her well. .... Some “terrific” news for parents with kids of school age. The OSSTF has suspended job action (rotating strikes) for at least the next three weeks.

TRIVIA On Sept. 5, 1955, this Cornwall institution was officially opened by Premier Leslie Frost: 1) Cornwall’s new city hall, 2) The new filtration plant, 3) Hotel Dieu Hospital, 4) The new multi-million wing of Cornwall General Hospital, 5) The new federal building at Pitt and Sydney streets.

TRIVIA ANSWER Future Quebec premier Rene Levesque was guest speaker at the La Semaine Francaise banquet in June 1962. This was when he was a Liberal member of the Quebec Assembly and serving as minister of natural resouces.

QUOTED “Tough times never last, but tough people do.” - Robert H. Schuller

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Restons chez nous GAME OF GROWTH LAURA PECK

Qui aurait prédit la crise actuelle? Un virus inconnu, invisible et indésirable met à terre toutes les économies de la planète. J’aurais dû commencer par cela : il menace la santé de tous les habitants avec une force incroyable.

2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) LA SANTÉ ET LE BIEN-ÊTRE DES ONTARIENS EST LA PRIORITÉ ABSOLUE DU GOUVERNEMENT Depuis que nous avons appris que le coronavirus (COVID-19) est un problème émergent de santé publique, l’Ontario travail à assurer que nos mesures de préparation et d’intervention sont en place afin de protéger la santé et le bien-être de tous les Ontariens.

Comment le virus se propage-t-il?

Les coronavirus se propagent principalement d’une personne à une autre par contact rapproché, par exemple dans un ménage, un lieu de travail ou un centre de soins de santé. Il n’existe pas de vaccin pour se protégercontre le nouveau coronavirus 2019.

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Évitez de vous toucher les yeux, le nez ou la bouche.

Gardez les surfaces propres et désinfectées.

Évitez tout contact avec des personnes malades.

RESTEZ À LA MAISON si vous êtes malade.

En cas de malaise (toux, fièvre, difficultés respiratoires), contactez votre fournisseur de soins de santé, ou Eastern Health Unit at 613-933-1375 ou Télésanté Ontario à 1 866 797-0000.

Pour les dernières informations mises à jour, visitez Ontario.ca/coronavirus.

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MAINTENIR AU MOINS 2 MÈTRES D’ESPACE PAR D’AUTRES PERSONNES Toussez et éternuez dans votre bras ou un mouchoir. Jeter les tissus immédiatement et se laver les mains.

Rien de tel qu’un bref appel téléphonique pour nourrir une relation personnelle et comprendre des besoins émergents. Rien de plus motivant qu’une réunion virtuelle constructive pour écouter chacun et mieux répondre à des besoins pressants.

Je pense à tous ceux qui sont en première ligne pour aider les malades et les plus vulnérables. Ils font un travail extraordinaire.

Aidons-les. Par nos bons gestes, stoppons la maladie. En France, mes proches sont en bonne santé, mais toutes leurs activités sont affectées. La technologie nous a aussi rapprochés. Dans l’Est-Ontario, pour nous qui vivons hors des villes, l’isolation forcée permet de bonnes marches dans la nature, sur la route, dans les bois ou le long du majestueux Saint Laurent. Bientôt, la vie reprendra son cours… Avec un max d’apprentissage dans un temps extra court! laurapeck@lapublishers.ca.

Le BSEO ordonne la fermeture immédiate de plusieurs types d’établissements

Gestes quotidiennes que nous pouvons tous faire

Lavez-vous les mains souvent avec du savon et de l’eau ou avec un rince-mains à base d’alcool.

Alors, on n’a pas le choix! Suivons les consignes des autorités de santé. Restons chez nous. Questionnons nos habitudes! La curiosité surmonte la résignation. La solidarité surmonte les défis les plus fous. On a plusieurs semaines pour s’adapter et trouver de nouvelles manières. Et de nouveaux modèles de business. A Cornwall, la Chambre de Commerce informe régulièrement ses membres sur les initiatives locales. A Hawkesbury, la Chambre de Commerce a lancé une série de discussions en ligne pour renforcer la proximité entre les membres et l’agilité dans les affaires. Tous les dirigeants (bénévoles) des clubs Toastmasters International comme Seaway, Smart city et Akwasasne dans la région sont formés pour maintenir leurs rencontres : EN LIGNE. A DISTANCE. SANS CONTAMINER. Alors, à nous de jouer!

Utilisons les deux semaines qui viennent pour nous rapprocher (même à distance) de nos clients, employés et partenaires majeurs.

CORNWALL, Ontario - En réaction à un nombre accru de cas du COVID-19 acquis dans la communauté en Ontario, ainsi que dans le but de clarifier toute confusion parmi le public, Dr Paul Roumeliotis, Médecin hygiéniste du Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario (BSEO), ordonne la fermeture immédiate de plusieur s types supplémentaires d’établissements.

Dans un ordre en vertu de l’article 22 de la Loi sur la protection et la promotion de la santé (LPPS), les types d’établissements ou lieux suivants dans la région du BSEO doivent fermer, entrant en vigueur dès le 22 mars, jusqu’à nouvel ordre : *Toutes les garderies et autres centres ou services de garde d’enfant (les locaux qui n’étaient pas inclus précédemment par le décret provincial de fermeture) Tous les gymnases, salles d’entraînement, et centres ou services sportifs (clarifiant que les gymnases sont considérés des centres récréatifs dont la fermeture avait été ordonnée précédemment) Toutes les églises, mosquées, synagogues et autres lieux de culte (dont la fermeture avait antérieurement été recommandée, mais est maintenant ordonnée) Tous les établissements de services personnels (puisqu’il est impossible d’offrir ces services tout en maintenant une distance de deux mètres entre les personnes), incluant : les salons de coiffure et les barbiers les salons de tatouage les salons de perçage corporel les services de manucure les services d’électrolyse

les autres services d’esthétique *Des exemptions seront faites pour certaines garderies qui fournissent des services de garde d’enfants aux travailleurs essentiels de première ligne.

Les entreprises qui omettent de se conformer à l’ordre ci-dessus sont passibles, sur déclaration de culpabilité, d’une amende. « Je reconnais que ces fermetures sont difficiles et je vous assure que cette décision n’a pas été prise à la légère », déclare Dr Roumeliotis. « Cependant, nous nous devons de prendre toutes les mesures nécessaires en tant que société, pour prévenir la propagation de la maladie au COVID-19 et protéger nos collectivités, étant donné la hausse des cas localement et dans le monde. » Pour en savoir plus sur l’ordre émis par Dr Roumeliotis, veuillez consulter le document officiel sur le site Web du BSEO. Pour un supplément d’information sur la maladie au COVID-19, veuillez consulter la page BSEO.ca/coronavirus et le site Web de la province à Ontario.ca/coronavirus, où vous trouverez le nouvel outil d’auto-évaluation.

CONTRIBUEZ À RÉDUIRE LA PROPAGATION DE LA COVID-19 PRENEZ CES MESURES POUR RÉDUIRE LA PROPAGATION DE LA MALADIE À CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) :

suivez les conseils de votre autorité locale de santé publique

évitez de vous toucher les yeux, le nez ou la bouche

lavez vos mains fréquemment avec de l’eau et du savon pendant au moins 20 secondes

évitez les contacts rapprochés avec des personnes malades et pratiquez la distanciation sociale

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utilisez un désinfectant pour les mains à base d’alcool lorsqu’il n’y a pas d’eau et de savon sur place

toussez et éternuez dans le creux de votre bras et non dans vos mains

évitez les voyages non essentiels à l’extérieur du Canada et consultez les conseils de santé aux voyageurs

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Les symptômes de la COVID-19 peuvent être très faibles ou graves, et leur apparition peut survenir jusqu’à 14 jours après l’exposition au virus.

Évitez de visiter des personnes âgées ou des personnes ayant des problèmes de santé, car elles sont plus susceptibles de développer une maladie grave.

Téléphonez avant de vous rendre chez un professionnel de la santé ou appelez votre autorité locale de santé publique.

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Un programme paramédical communautaire effectue le test de dépistage du COVID-19 CORNWALL, Ontario - Le Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario (BSEO) collabore avec les SMU locaux à la mise en œuvre d’un programme paramédical spécial dans la communauté en vue d’une augmentation potentielle des cas du COVID-19 dans la région. Le nouveau programme vise à fournir un accès plus rapide au test et aux évaluations des personnes qui sont à risque plus élevé, telles les personnes âgées ou ceux et celles qui sont atteints de problèmes de santé sousjacents, tout en réduisant les pressions sur les services du 911 et les salles d’urgence des hôpitaux. L’évaluation et l’administration de tests aux personnes à risque plus élevé qui sont à la maison permettra également de diminuer les risques de propager le virus dans les hôpitaux et les cabinets de médecin, ainsi que dans la communauté en général. « Le nombre de cas du COVID-19 étant à la hausse en Ontario ainsi que partout au Canada, nous anticipons aussi un besoin croissant de tests et d’évaluations pour détecter le virus dans notre communauté », déclare Dr Paul Roumeliotis, Médecin

hygiéniste. « On espère qu’un service mobile de dépistage et d’évaluation aidera à réduire le nombre de personnes qui appellent au 911 ou qui se rendent dans les Urgences des hôpitaux, à moins qu’elles n’aient un besoin urgent de soins. » Les tests et les évaluations à domicile ne seront offerts qu’aux personnes vulnérables qui répondent aux critères établis par le ministère de la Santé. Les résidents qui croient avoir des symptômes de la maladie au COVID19 et qui ont 70 ans et plus, ou dont le système immunitaire est compromis, ou qui sont atteints de maladie chronique devraient appeler au BSEO au 613-933-1375 ou au 1-800-267-7120. Ils ne devraient pas appeler les SMU ou le 911 à moins que leurs symptômes soient sévères et qu’ils aient besoin de soins d’urgence.

Les infirmiers de la santé publique répondent à la ligne téléphonique du BSEO 7 jours sur 7, de 8 h à 20 h. Ils évaluent les symptômes et donnent des instructions aux Selon l’évaluation au téléphone, si un test visite d’un agent paramédical au domicile du personnes qui appellent. Ils peuvent faire de dépistage s’impose pour une personne à des recommandations d’auto-surveillance et résident pour l’évaluer et au besoin, adminisrisque élevé, le BSEO coordonnera avec le d’auto-isolement ou conseiller de voir un fournisseur de soins.

Programme paramédical communautaire la trer un test de dépistage du COVID-19.

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MTO Contract 2018-4008 Highway 401 Raisin River and County Road 2/34 Bridge Replacements R.W Tomlinson Limited would like to advise residents and business owners that construction will soon begin on Highway 401 for 6 km between the Raisin River Bridges and County Road 2/34 Interchange.

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What you can expect this year:

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Expected date of openingque 2021.

R.W Limited tientCounty à informer résidents et les propriétaires d'entreprises la construction de l'autoroute 401 va bientôt commencer pour un 6 km entre les ponts de rivière Raisin et l'échangeur de la • Construction work on Highway 401 westbound at the Raisin River Bridge. route de comté 2/34.

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Cette année les élèves de Rose des Vents sont en congé du 16 mars au 20 mars. C’est la semaine de relâche en Ontario.

La semaine de relâche est un temps pour les jeunes de prendre une pause de l’école et des leçons. Pendant le congé de mars, les élèves peuvent passer du temps avec leurs familles. Aussi, il y a des élèves qui partent en voyage pendant le congé.

Dans les autres provinces au Canada, les dates du congé de mars ne sont pas pareilles qu’en Ontario. Cette année, au Québec, la date du congé de mars est le 29 février au 8 mars. Aussi, d’autres provinces fêtent la semaine de relâche en février, mars et même avril. De cette façon, les personnes en congé ne se retrouveront pas tous aux mêmes endroits en même temps.

Nous avons demandé aux élèves de l’école que planifientils faire pendant le congé de mars : Karson White : « Je vais à un camp de Lacrosse à Toronto avec mon père et aussi mon grand frère. » Ella Labbé : « Je vais à un chalet pendant la semaine du

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Tout a été mis en œuvre pour appliquer des mesures de contrôle de la circulation afin de perturber le moins possible les voyageurs. Nous enverrons d'autres avis au fur et à mesure de l'avancement des travaux. Nous nous excusons par avance pour ces inconvénients et apprécions grandement la patience du public pendant les travaux.

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congé. » Trystan Lapointe : « Je pars en voyage en Floride pour la semaine. Je vais aller à DisneyWorld avec ma famille et nous allons à tous les parcs. J’ai hâte d’arriver pour aller dans la piscine ! » Sebastian White : « Pendant le congé, je vais aller au cinéma avec ma mère pour écouter un film. » M. Robert : « Je vais aller faire du ski en Alberta pendant la semaine de relâche. » Et vous, chers lecteurs, que faites-vous pendant la semaine de relâche ?

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RESPONDS TO COVID-19 A MESSAGE TO OUR CLIENTS

We are here for our clients. There are a lot of local, online and social groups offering services and help for those unable to do so for themselves. However, if you are in need of something and don’t have support, we are here. Please reach out.

SHOWINGS

Although we are still available to show properties, if you wish to maintain social distancing and would like to preview homes virtually, we can facilitate them via FaceTime*.

OFFERS

Century 21 Shield Realty has been digital for years. All offers can be presented virtually and can be signed using an electronic signature software.

As a Buyer, investor or Tenant, you don’t have to leave the safety or comfort of your home to submit an offer.

BUYER AND SELLER CONSULTATIONS

To support social distancing, our team is conducting regular Buyer and seller consultations virtually. However, if you wish to meet face-to-face, we are available.*

ACCOUNTABLE TO DOING OUR PART.

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15677 CONCESSION 2-3 RD, FINCH This 3 bedroom Boyd block 2 story gem was rebuilt from the interior studs and updated all between 20122018. Impressive detached 24 x 32 shop (2017), attached 2 car garage.

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308 SECOND ST. E UNIT 205 Oak kitchen open to dining room and living room. Large windows and balcony on 2nd floor overlooks heated pool. Underground parking and large party room downstairs.

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398 10TH ST E, CORNWALL Conveniently located 1200 Sq. Ft semi detached with 3 MAIN FLOOR bedrooms, 3pc bathroom, partially finished basement with family room, rough in for 2nd bathroom and large storage area with possibility to add 2 extra bedrooms! $234,900 JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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24 DICKINSON DRIVE, INGLESIDE Pride of ownership and top quality workmanship throughout this 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. All updates and work completed in 2016-2017 with permits including gas fireplace, AC, HWT, siding , and roof. Parks of the St Lawrence within walking distance. $329,500 MLS®1184398 JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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1009 OAK CRES. This 2 story, 4 bedroom home is ready to welcome you and your family. Attached double car garage. Fenced yard with stone patio and gazebo. Close to parks, schools and recreation. Make memories for years to come! $479,500 MLS®1174517 JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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Bids will only be accepted from contractors who register by contacting Dan Tackaberry, Facilities Planning Coordinator at 613-258-7757, ext. 3030, fax: 613-283-5783, or by email at dan.tackaberry@cdsbeo.on.ca. A list of all facilities will be sent to all registered contractors for review. Registered contractors must advise the Facilities Planning Coordinator of the site or sites of interest. Contractors will then be notified when the quotation packages are ready for pick-up.

If required, the Plant Operations Supervisors will organize site meetings to be held the week of April 14-17, 2020. Requests must be submitted no later than Thursday, April 9, 2020. Questions and clarifications will be accepted until Thursday, April 23, 2020.

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The Board requires the contractors to have a policy of General Liability Insurance issued by an insurance company incorporated or licensed to conduct insurance business in the province of Ontario during the entire contract period. The Board must be listed as an “additional insured” on the General Liability Insurance of the contractor with limits of not less than five million dollars ($5,000,000) inclusive per occurrence for bodily injury, death, and damage to property, including loss of use thereof. The liability insurance policies shall contain an endorsement to provide named insured with prior notice of change and cancellations. If applicable, the contractor shall submit to the Board at the time of entering into the contract, a Certificate of Clearance from the Workplace Safety Insurance Board.

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The Governance Committee of the Cornwall Community Hospital is seeking candidates for vacant positions on the volunteer Hospital Board of Directors

Cornwall Community Hospital provides acute care hospital services and is governed by a board of twelve elected volunteers and six ex-officio directors. Board members are expected to attend meetings of the Board, as well as regular committee meetings. As volunteer directors of a charitable corporation, board members are not paid for their services.

Directors will be selected according to their skill, experience and personal qualities. The hospital seeks a balance within the board while considering unique requirements of the corporation at the time.

Individuals who wish to be considered as a candidate for membership on the Board of Directors are requested to obtain an application form by contacting us: Tel: (613) 938-4240, ext. 2262 Fax: (613) 930-4502 communications@cornwallhospital.ca The deadline to submit an application is Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

Le Comité de gouvernance de l’Hôpital communautaire de Cornwall est à la recherche de candidates et de candidats bénévoles pour combler des postes vacants au Conseil d’administration

L’Hôpital communautaire de Cornwall assure les services de soins actifs et est gouverné par un conseil composé de douze bénévoles élus et six administrateurs nommés d’office. Les membres doivent assister aux réunions du conseil d’administration ainsi qu’à des réunions de comités. À titre de bénévoles d’une société de bienfaisance, les membres du conseil d’administration ne sont pas rémunérés pour leurs services.

Les administrateurs seront choisis selon leurs compétences, leur expérience et leurs qualités personnelles.

L’Hôpital vise un équilibre au sein du conseil tout en tenant compte des besoins uniques de la Société au moment voulu.

Les personnes qui veulent poser leur candidature au conseil d’administration doivent se procurer un formulaire de demande en communiquant avec nous : Tél. : (613) 938-4240, poste 2262 Téléc. : (613) 930-4502 communications@cornwallhospital.ca La date d’échéance pour les mises en candidature est le mercredi 15 avril 2020.

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COVID-19:

We remain deeply committed to the health and well-being of our community, our guests and our associates.

In response to this developing public health concern, we have taken certain precautionary measures to help mitigate the spread of the virus.

We are meeting the bereavement needs of your family by:

> Conducting enhanced cleaning procedures, while increasing the frequency of sanitizing in line with recommendations from the Canadian Public Health Agency

> Offering phone and email arrangements to meet the needs of families and guests

> Adjusting services and number of guests in attendance according to the directives of local and provincial authorities.

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Nunchi got me in Nick Wolochatiuk Dances with Words

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A year earlier, my attempt to gain access to this USAF base had been very definitely rejected. However, in the same area, in the course of the next year’s drive en route to deliver a car to Florida, I caught sight of a sign for a military museum adjacent to that very same base.

I arrived at the access gate almost an hour before the posted opening time. Nobody challenged me when I stopped at the gate, so I slowly and cautiously pulled ahead. I parked beside a cluster of parked cars and gazed at the massive hangar. A grey-haired guy wearing a mechanic’s outfit entered the building

through one of the doors.

After a discreet pause, I followed in his footsteps, only to be confronted with a long, empty hallway, with numerous doors at each side. I stopped, I listened carefully until I detected some distant voices. Slowly, I made my way toward the door, until I was able to discover that it wasn’t a meeting, it was a pre-work gathering for some ‘hangar talk’.

I walked past the open door to check out the room: about a dozen men were sitting around a large cluttered table and against the walls. There were also several empty chairs.

A moment later, when a fellow with some news had everyone’s attention, I made a U-turn into the room and slipped into a seat in the corner, one that I had my eye on during my fleeting reconnoiter.

For about 15-minutes I listened in on the friendly banter. Phrases like, “That C-124’s

ramp always gave us trouble…”, “I remember when the 119 first arrived…” and “We used to climb onto the wing to…” I listened attentively and fascinated. They were talking my language!

It was then I heard, “The C-47s were good, but they weren’t good enough. That’s when the C-somethings arrived. Those whatever they were called also had two engines, but a rear ramp. What were those things called!”

Everyone was stumped, everyone but me.

That pregnant silence was my opening. I offered, “It could have been the Caribou, the CV-2, but that designation was changed to ‘C-7’.”

“That’s right. Yes, he’s right. In the USAF it was the CV-2, but we usually just called it ‘The Boo.’” Aha! My credentials had been established.

My de facto intro to the group had been

made. I continued to listen attentively as the discussion went from one aircraft type to another. More than once I was drawn into the circle by being asked to clarify a disputed point.

Sounds of chairs scraping against the concrete floor and lunch pails snapping shut followed the announcement, “Time to get some work done!” Two of the men approached me, asking, “What plane did you work on? Were you a pilot? Are you working on it here?”

“I’m not a pilot. Never worked on a plane.

I photograph planes, I’m an aviation nut, I’m just a visitor.”

Thus, my credentials were clarified and established. For the rest of the day I was given a Cook’s Tour of every nook and cranny of every one of the museum’s many aircraft.

Why? Because I had practised ‘Nunchi’.

Check it out.

Restaurant owner supports truckers NICK SEEBRUCH

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MONKLAND, Ontario – Katrina Elstub of Katrina’s Corner Kitchen wanted to do her part during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The provincial government ordered all restaurants to close, and many other businesses in the region have also been closed.

Even if they were not closed, many individuals are actively practicing self-isolation and are working from home.

One group that cannot work from home are truckers, a demographic that Katrina is very familiar with, and who are regulars at her

diner.

This past weekend, Katrina made free lunches and coffee to distribute to truckers at stops in the Cornwall area.

“I’m doing this because I serve truckers all year round,” she said. “They come in all the time.”

Katrina went and distributed the lunches at the truck stops on Boundary Rd. and Brookdale Ave. in Cornwall.

“I’m getting a lot of good feedback,” she said. “I can’t continue this for too long, but I tried to do what I could.”

Katrina Elstub of Katrinas Corner Kitchen in Monkland. Facebook photo.

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Can’t say this enough: A big thank you to all of those emergency, first responders, healthcare workers, and grocery store and pharmacy employees who continue to work during this crisis.

I saw that there was a man handing out toilet paper for free outside of Walmart. Good for him for thinking of others in this time.

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Most grocery stores are making some changes this week, which include limiting the amount of people in the store at any time. No Frills have taped lines on the floor at checkouts indicating distance to be kept between customers and encourage everyone to use debit or credit as much as possible.

I am self isolating just now and recently adopted a cat. My grandchildren are disappointed that they couldn’t come to meet Eliza and pet her. So they decided to show up unannounced and we visited through my bay window and they finally were able to meet my new cat Eliza. It sure made my day!

Fraud Alert- Please be aware that Cornwall Elec. is NOT going door-to-door collecting bill payments or calling customers to ask for paySeen on Facebook: My 98 yr old mum is a ments by credit card. The OEB has ceased all patient at the complex continuing care on collections until July 31, 2020.

York Street. Of course there are no visitors Big tip of the hat to the volunteers with allowed. Thankfully I can call her regularly. But Meals on Wheels who are ensuring that today, the sweetest girl, one of my mum’s Having trouble forcing yourself to stay those in need are still getting the food they physio workers, Brandi, set us up for a facehome? Shave your eyebrows off …. LOL time call. My mum is blind so she couldnt see need. me, but it meant the world to me to be able to see her. The staff at this facility are the greatest. I cant say enough about what amazing care they have given her, the extra hellos & time spent just to sit & chat a minute or 2, and now this. Bless every single one of you.

Now that we know that schools aren’t reopening on April 6, what are you doing to keep the kids entertained at home?

Here is what Denise Frei sent us: Just felt that the hours my kids helped me clean up along the sidewalks is amazing. 16 large black garbage bags. Social distancing, family time and showing pride in our community :) Well be out again soon.

Let’s

Celebrate

Have a community message you would like to share? Email it to nseebruch@seawaynews.media.

JOKE OF THE WEEK

A fellow walked into a bank in New York City asking for a loan for $4000 dollars. “Well, before we lend you the money we are going to need some kind of security” the bank teller said. “No problem” the man responded here are the keys to my car “you’ll see it, it’s a black Porsche parked in the back of the parking lot.”

A few weeks later the man returned to pay off his loan. While he was paying it up, along with the interest of $11 dollars, the manager came over, “sir, we are very happy to have you’re business, but if you don’t mind me asking, after you left we looked into you and found out that you are a millionaire, why would you need to borrow $4000 dollars?” “Well, the fellow responded it’s quite simple, where else can I park my car for three weeks in New York for $11 dollars?”

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With all “non-essential” businesses being closed, I think we’re about to find out what is “essential” and what isn’t.

A message seen on Facebook for small businesses: “It’s okay to be scared. It’s okay to be frightened. You will fight through this.

You will beat this. Your business will survive.”

There are resources out there to help. Reach out to an accountant or financial advisor.

3 MINUTES WITH THE MAYOR

FRANK PREVOST SOUTH GLENGARRY

On behalf of myself, Council and all of us at the Township of South Glengarry, we hope you and your family are taking care and being proactive in diminishing the spread of COVID-19 in South Glengarry. These times have been difficult, confusing, and new to all of us and we thank you for your patience, understanding and support in this on-going situation as we work together to stay connected,

practicing social distancing, proper hygiene, and self-isolation, as required.

In these moments of uncertainty, it is also important to remember the good. The start of this month brought with it the successful Great Canadian Kilt Skate to our area, in partnership with the Scottish Government and the Scottish Society of Canada. South Glengarry partnered with North Glengarry in support of culture, arts, and heritage through the transformation of the new home to the Glengarry County Archives building, who received official support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Our Township developed and published a Spring/Fall Community Guide via the Seaway News ad bag with the hope that this guide may help you feel more connected during this time. The Community Guide will provide residents important information regarding

our Council, Waste-Management, Recreation Programs, and Emergency Services and other Municipal Services, as well as some better-light reading during these times at home.

By staying connected, working together, partnering with neighbouring communities, and lifting each other up during times of uncertainty and hardship, South Glengarry will weather this storm of extraordinary circumstances with steadiness, collaboration, and communication. We will continue to stay strong as a Township and support our municipality through these times of uncertainty.

Thank you to our many residents, business owners, and municipal staff who have stepped-up during COVID-19 and for all you do for our community.

Best Wishes, Mayor Frank Prevost

Cornwall defers all property tax payments CORNWALL, Ontario – Cornwall City Council has voted unanimously to defer property taxes as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The first two property tax payments due on March 31 and April 30 have been postponed to May 15 and June 15 respectively.

The property tax deferment applies to all property tax rate payers, whether they be Commercial, Industrial, or Residential.

There will be no interest applied to the

It depends on how long this goes,” said Cornwall CAO Maureen Adams.

Council did not rule out the possibility of extending the deferments as the pandemic develops.

Water and Waste Water bills will still be due as scheduled.

“I want to remind people that we are interconnected here. Landlords are connected to tenants, and tenants are connected to landlords and businesses are connected to customers. We are connected a the end of the day,” said Cornwall Mayor Bernadette Clement.

NICK SEEBRUCH

nseebruch@seawaynews.com

SOUTH STORMONT, Ontario – Effective March 19, the Township of South Stormont has implemented a burn ban.

“Due to concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19 and the precautions taken across the country with work from home, social distancing, self isolation, etc. Fire Chief Gilles Crepeau has implemented a Burn Ban for the Township of South Stormont effective immediately, March 19, 2020,” reads a statement from the Township. “South Stormont Fire and Rescue resources must be utilized sparingly during this time, in order to adequately protect the community in the event of an emergency.”

So far, South Stormont is the only municipality in the region to implement a burn ban due to COVID-19 concerns.

“The Burn Ban will be in place until further notice. We appreciate the community’s cooperation and understanding as we cope with unique and trying situations across the country and the world,” the statement from South Stormont goes on to read.

City Hall Snippets

CITY OF CORNWALL RESPONDS TO COVID-19

Your municipality is taking proactive steps to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Please visit our website to learn about program cancellations, facility closures, and modifications to services you rely on. You can also call the City of Cornwall’s community resources and support helpline, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: 613-933-6282 ext. 3129 Learn more: www.Cornwall.ca/coronavirus

RIGHT CALL, RIGHT CARE

Cornwall SDG Paramedic Services are reminding residents to only call 911 for an ambulance when they are experiencing a severe emergency.

If experiencing COVID-19 symptoms (which include fever, cough and respiratory symptoms such as shortness of breath and breathing difficulties), residents should: • Self-isolate • Call the Eastern Ontario Health Unit at 1-800-267-7120 or Telehealth at 1-866-797-0000 Residents should call 911 for ambulance assistance only if it is needed for severe emergencies such as shortness of breath without fever, chest pain, major traumatic injury or unconsciousness.

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postponed payments.

“This is really serious, this is beyond serious for small businesses. It will be a tough go,” said Councillor Claude McIntosh.

Those businesses and individuals who are on preauthorized, 10-month payment plans, will have to contact the City of Cornwall Finances department to cancel them, otherwise their payments will be withdrawn as scheduled. To contact the City’s Finances Department email taxation@cornwall.ca or call 613-930-2787, ext. 2317.

“There will be a financial impact to the municipality, it is unclear what that might be.

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