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November 30, 2017 Vol. 17, No. 47

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The Frontenac Gazette falls victim to corporate swap, shuts down

by Craig Bakay he Frontenac Gazette (and its sister publication, the Kingston Heritage) ceased publication Monday as corporate media giants Postmedia and Torstar completed a deal to swap newspapers and subsequently close the vast majority of them down. Staff at The Gazette/Heritage were called to a meeting Monday morning and told they had until noon to clean out their desks. Torstar, through its Metroland Media wing, traded both papers along with eight community papers in the Ottawa area, the St. Lawrence News, three in the Belleville area and 10 other publications to Postmedia in exchange for eight community publications, seven dailies and two free dailies. Postmedia will continue to publish one of its acquisitions. Torstar will continue to publish four of the dailies. The Kingston Heritage started publication in 1975. Joe Cembal, who has owned many papers in Central and Eastern Ontario, began the Heritage in response to requests from community leaders in Amherstview after the Whig-Standard had turned them down. Cembal was the publisher but his wife Gail actually ran the paper, serving as general manager until their son Darryl took over in 1988. In 1991, the Cembals saw a way to produce a rural paper as an add-on market for its Kingston Heritage advertisers and The South Frontenac Gazette was born. In July of 2001, the Gazette expanded into Central and North Frontenac and changed its name to The Frontenac Gazette. It later pulled back from North Frontenac. In 2009, Performance Printing in Smiths Falls bought the two papers and Darryl Cembal continued as publisher for a short time before moving on. During Performance Printing’s ownership, the Gazette acquired the EMC (which stood for Expanded Market Coverage) title in its masthead. In 2011, Performance Printing was sold to Metroland and eventually the EMC disappeared from the masthead. Just last January, both the Gazette and Heritage underwent a redesign. Understandably, Darryl Cembal was saddened to hear of the demise of the publications his family built. “After 40 years, it’s disheartening that family owned newspapers have gone by the wayside,” Cembal said. “Not only were they owned by a conglomerate, they were closed by a conglomerate. “For a good news product that’s actually still needed in the community, it’s too bad. “But it was a corporate decision and it is what it is.” (Editors note 1 This week's Gazette had been completed and submitted to the printers before the Monday morning meeting, but it is unclear if it was printed and is being distributed. The articles were posted online before the shutdown.) (Editors note 2. Craig Bakay was a long time employee of the Frontenac Gazette. He worked there until the end of 2016, and subsequently came to work at the Frontenac News. Also see comment on page 2)

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KY Camp of Eagle Lake near Parham has officially launched a $1 million capital campaign to support the RKY Revitalization Project. To kick off the campaign, a recognition plaque was presented to the camp’s biggest benefactor, Brit Smith and Homestead Land Holdings. Brit Smith has provided the camp with a legacy of support and a recent $485,000 contribution to this latest project. The uniquely crafted wood and glass plaque was designed and created by the staff of RKY Camp and Fort Glass.

The primary goal of the RKY Revitalization Project is the construction of a new 5,000 sq. ft. Welcome Centre. Having outgrown the current building, this new barrierfree facility will contain a new dining hall with seating for 260, a new commercial kitchen, washrooms, a boot/multi-purpose room and administrative areas. Construction will commence in Fall 2019 giving the fundraising team the time they need to seek out support for the project. Upon completion of the Welcome Centre, the overall RKY Camp Revitalization Project

4567 Road 38, Harrowsmith will turn its attention to transforming the current kitchen and dining room into an outdoor education centre with provide barrier-free washrooms and showers, staffing spaces and a much needed out tripping centre. RKY Camp was named after its Kingston service club founders, Rotary, Kiwanis and YMCA, and was formally established in 1930 as a camp for kids. Today RKY Camp provides traditional overnight summer camp experience and outdoor education each year to over 3,000 children and youth from all over Eastern Ontario. RKY Camp is committed to providing electronic-free traditional camp experiences. Programs focus on leadership development, social skill building and good old fashion summer fun through ropes courses, environmental education, and a whole range of waterfront activity on beautiful Eagle Lake. For more information on the project, go to rkycamp. org/revitalization or on Facebook. Donations can be made from the site. Contacts: David Crane - Board Chair 613-7673626, D’Arcy Munn - Camp Director 613-539-003, and Daniel Shipp - Revitalization Project Manager 613-5830853

‘Tis the Season

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anta and Mrs. Claus came to Sydenham on Saturday the 25th of November. The little bit of rain sure didn’t dampen the spirits of those who lined the streets to see them arrive. The floats were fantastic, lots

of smiles and laughter to be had and many memories made. Thanks to all those participants who helped to make the parade a success. submitted by Karen Brawley.

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The Frontenac Gazette and Kingston Heritage have ceased publication, closing the doors on Monday (Nov. 27)

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Here at the News, we’re gearing up for the production of our annual Christmas issue. ATTENTION READERS: Please send us your stories, poems, memories, crafts, and favourite recipes of Christmas. ATTENTION CLERGY: Please let us know the dates and the times of your Christmas services and any special events at your churches. ATTENTION YOUNG ARTISTS: Our annual Christmas art contest is open to all elementary school-aged children. The winning entries will be published on the front pages of our December 21st issue. The judges are looking for entries that will carry a special Christmas message to our readers. Entries must be original artwork, 8½”x11”, done in pencil crayons (no markers) on white paper, and must be clearly marked with the child’s name, age, grade, and school (if applicable). Please mail submissions to: P.O. Box 229, Sharbot Lake, ON. K0H 2P0, or deliver to our office at 1095 Garrett Street in Sharbot Lake. Please send us your submissions, information and art contest entries by Monday, December 11.

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November 30, 2017

Commentary

Mixed emotions over the demise of an old nemesis

n Monday afternoon, I heard that the Frontenac Gazette/ Kingston Heritage had shut down. Soon after, I found out that the entire newspaper landscape in Ontario has been dealt a blow. The two major players in the market had agreed to cease competing with each other in a bid to make both companies profitable, or at least to cut some losses. I have mixed feelings about losing the Gazette. On one positive side we have been battling it out with the Gazette for ads and stories for as long as I have been working at the News, both as an employee and an owner, so it’s kind of nice not to have to worry about what they are getting up to. And in business terms we are going to jump on the opportunity to consolidate our standing in the communities we serve with readers and advertisers. On the negative side I have enjoyed the camaraderie from covering events and meetings with Gazette reporters over the years, and will miss that. Every time their reporters got to a story that we missed, it was motivation for us to do better. The community has been well served by competition and differing takes on local issues. There have been a number of good, solid reporters at the Gazette, and losing those voices will not help us all as we strive to build and maintain our communities. I have also been thinking a bit about the years when there was a real battle for survival between us, before the Gazette became swallowed up and eventually spit out by the Ontario corporate news establishment. When Northern Frontenac Community Services (which is now Rural Frontenac Community Services) sold the Frontenac News to David Brison in June of 2001, there was another bidder. It was the Cembal family, publishers of the South Frontenac Gazette. As soon as the Cembals found out the News was not being sold to to them, they dropped the South from the Frontenac Gazette masthead and expanded their circulation to Central Frontenac. A newspaper war in Frontenac County carried on for several years. In 2002, the Frontenac News expanded our distribution, adding Harrowsmith and Sydenham. We started covering South Frontenac Council each week, with Wilma Kenny coming on as a reporter. We also hired one of the Gazette’s ad salesmen that year, which made the competition pretty heated. The Gazette responded by expanding into North Frontenac for a time. When the Heritage/Gazette was purchased by Performance Printing/EMC of Smiths Falls inn 2009, all of that

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changed, and when Metroland then bought Performance Printing in 2011, the competition basically fizzled. For the last few years, the battleground has been in the City of Kingston between the Kingston Heritage and Kingston This Week. That battle was settled on Monday. Post Media, owners of the Whig Standard and Kingston This Week, own Kingston. All of this represents an opportunity, a sense of obligation for us at the Frontenac News, and we are already taking measures in response to the vacuum that has been created. We are also very aware, that we are not immune to the pressures that are at play in the larger media market. We face the same crunch as the larger papers, and face the same struggles that all print publications face as revenue is harder and harder to come by. We will be addressing that issue with our readers in the coming weeks as we renew out commitment to provide a free paper via Canada Post to our readers and to make it relevant. All of our content is locally based

and is devoted to local issues and we cover township and politics. Our mandate, and this goes back to the founding of the paper in 1971, is to be a vehicle that knits the various communities we serve together into one inter-connected region. Our region is much larger now than it was back then, and this week it is getting larger yet. We are distributing the paper via Canada Post to Inverary/ Sunbury, Battersea, and Perth Road, not just this week but every week going forward. We are seeking volunteer community reporters from those communities to come forward. Anyone who is interested is invited to contact us at info@ frontenacnews.ca. Our goal is, as always, to be a source of information and entertainment, to let people know about the interesting things their neighbours are getting up to, and to foster community engagement. Oh, and we are in it for the long haul.

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Judge resists efforts to move case to Kingston (Nov. 20) by Jeff Green oth Crown and Defense Council wanted to hold a pre-trial on 5 counts of assault against Christoper Leger (52) during last week’s court session. That would have meant Judge Griffin would not be able to try the case itself. Griffin resisted, saying it would be quicker to keep the case in Sharbot Lake. He adjourned the matter until January 15. Griffin said that a pre-trial will likely take place in the interim, in front of a judge in Napanee or Belleville. The January 15th date is not a trial date at this point, but that might change. First Appearances – Randall Kirkwood, 62, charged with operating a vehicle with blood alcohol over 80 mg/100ml of blood, and having open liquor in a vehicle, will return on December 18. Dwight Vanalstine, 50, who faces 5 driving related charges, including driving while disqualified and driving with open liquor in a vehicle, will also return on December 18. Ongoing – Mallary Kehoe, 27, is charged with theft, pos-

session of stolen property, and 4 counts of driving while under a suspension order. Her case was adjourned until December 18. Jeremy Pershaw, 34, is charged with Operating a vehicle while disqualified, dangerous operation of a vehicle, and two counts of failing to comply with court ordered conditions. He will also return on December 18, with his lawyer. Sue Vinkle, 38, is facing a single charge of obstructing a police officer. She will return on December 18th. Marion Vanalstine, 59, Sherri Wylie, 44, and Devin Kennedy, 28, are all facing a single charge of production of marijuana in a combined case. They are represented by the same lawyer, and since instructions from their lawyer were not received by Duty Counsel before court commenced, a warrant with discretion was issued by Judge Griffin. The warrant will be rescinded if and when they appear in court in person on the next court date, December 18.

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WINTER LITES CONTEST In celebration of the Christmas season, North Frontenac Township will be holding its annual Winter Lights Contest this year. Any resident of the Township can enter themselves or nominate another home by calling Corey Klatt, Manager of Community Development at (613) 479-2231 Ext 233 or by e-mail at recreation@northfrontenac.ca Entries must be received by Friday December 8th at 4:00 p.m. Judging will take place the week of December 11th, between 6 and 10 pm. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Many of the light displays are absolutely stunning! What could be more Christmassy and lovely than coming across a wonderfully lit up home in our quiet and beautiful countryside?

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by Craig Bakay n his own words, Rick Morey “asked for $10,000 and came out with $11,500.” The Ompah Community Association may not need all of it to complete their kitchen renovation plans for the Ompah Hall. Morey was at North Frontenac Council’s regular meeting last Friday in Ompah to update council on the “1970s-something” kitchen and to ask for funding. Morey was asking Council for $5,000 to match the Community Association’s contribution to the project. He said the $10,000 budget contains a $1,500 contingency fund. “We’re probably going to run into safety concerns,” he said. Corey Klatt, manager of community development, suggested that figure might be low and recommended Council double it. “Our plan is to not spend $10,000 but to fix up the kitchen,” Morey said. “And if we have to replace something, it could get expensive,” said Coun. Denis Bedard. Morey said that one of the reasons he was at Council now was because there was a limited time to take advantage of a discount offer from Ikea. He said he’d taken their plan to local suppliers who couldn’t match Ikea’s deal. He said that if they bought the cabinets from Ikea, they would get as much as $300 in gift cards. “We can use the $300 gift cards to pay for knobs and hinges,” said Coun. Wayne Good.

Council backs out of support for energy project

Council voted to amend resolution 51817 passed at the previous special Council meeting. The resolution extended Council’s support for the One Small Town project as presented by Mayor Ron Higgins. Councillor Wayne Good and Dep. Mayor Fred Perry moved the resolution to exclude support for the electrical generation aspect until details of that particular project are made public.

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The changing of the guard. North Frontenac Public Works Manager Jim Phillips hands the reins to his replacement, Darwyn Sproule at last week’s Council meeting. Phillips did say he’d be at the Dec. 15 meeting. Good said he and Perry had received an email from a constituent expressing concerns about the project that gave him pause. Several other councilors appeared to be having second thoughts as well. “I’d like to modify 518-17,” said Councillor John Inglis. “We weren’t given any technical details or information about financing. “My concern is when a business comes with a plan, we don’t normally support it by resolution - our support should be identical to the support we’d give to any business venture.” “How will this corporation be structured?” said Councillor Denis Bedard. “I’m scared to death a project of this nature can mushroom. We spent considerable time on researching

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Higgins “He (Tellinger) does have some off-the-wall theories and plans,” Higgins said. “(But) we do have a meeting scheduled to discuss the parameters of C & T (Contribute & Thrive) North Frontenac. “And it (the electrical generation plan) was not the only way to generate electricity . . . it was the information I had at the time.”

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Council voted to continue to contribute $5,400 to Rural Frontenac Community Services to provide youth programs and services to North Frontenac. RFCS director Louise Moody said it actually costs more than $7,000 to provide the services but was only asking for $5,400 and “we’ll get the rest.”

Request from Inverary Lake Association by Wilma Kenny outh Frontenac Council took time out at their Saturday budget session earlier this month to discuss the Inverary Lake Association’s request for $15,000 to help them develop a lake assessment/management plan. Although Council has never granted individual lake associations money to do lake studies, several of the larger lake associations have managed, through a combination of fundraising and grants, to complete their own studies. Given the large number of lakes in the Township (who even knows how many? when’s a pond a lake, or vice

versa?) awarding one grant could blow the dam, so to speak, leading to a flood of similar requests. However, there was general consensus that although it was too late for the 2018 budget, Council should consider the possibility of setting up a limited fund similar to the private lane enhancement program, which might encourage lake associations to develop plans for their lakes. As Councillor Barbeau commented, “We need to line up our ducks first.”

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• The annual lighting of the tree took place in the library parking lot last Friday, with roughly 70 people in attendance. Many thanks to Jason Silver and his wife Joanne for leading the classic Christmas carols and everyone joining in and singing along with them. It was enjoyed by all those who were in attendance, the Sydenham Lions Club did a great job organizing and providing hot chocolate and goodies. Many thanks to John Trousdale for the donation of the lights for the tree and the township staff members who made this all possible. • Looking for a real tree this Christmas season? Silverbrook Garden Centre has their fresh Christmas trees in stock again this year. With $1 donation from each tree sold going to our local Food Bank. • The village of Sydenham offers so much all year round, but seems to have come alive with the spirit of Christmas, be sure to check out all your local stores, you will always be greeted with a smiling face and cheerful chatter no matter where you go. • Looking for a special handmade gift or homemade treats, be sure to check out the Ladies Auxillary Christmas Craft and Bake Sale at the Sydenham Legion on Sunday December 3rd, from 10am-2pm. • December 4th, St. Patrick’s Church in Railton at 7pm will host their last Bingo before Christmas, be sure to stop in and wish them all a Merry Christmas and hopefully yell Bingo at the same time. • Dec 10th - The 10th Annual Nativities Display. Usually a couple hundred Nativities of all shapes and sizes are submitted. The event takes place at St. Patrick’s Church Railton Parish Hall, 3977 Sydenham Road, from 11am to 3 PM. Free admission but donation to local food bank gratefully accepted as well as to the Loughborough Christmas & Emergency Fund. For further info call 613 376-3924

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• It was a fun filled afternoon, November 26 as Verona and area residents from young and old participated in the FREE event Christmas in the Village sponsored by the Verona Community Association. Children spent the afternoon creating Christmas crafts and riding on the horse drawn wagon. Adults had a busy afternoon playing board games and listening to the great entertainment by John Wilberforce, Heather Bell and Gerry McGrath. • A free women’s group, Managing Holiday Stress will be held on Tuesday, December 5 from 1:30 to 3 pm at the Verona Medical Clinic. Information: contact Dana at Resolve Counseling Services, 613-549-7850 x 3224. • The Frontenac Women's Chorus are holding their concert Christmas in the Northland on Saturday, December 2. Trinity United Church at 7:30 pm. Admission by donation ($10 + suggested). • Attend a special evening at the "Spirit of Advent" concert by the Trinity United Church choir and friends. Trinity United Church. Friday, December 8 at 7:30 pm. Admission free. • Prince Charles Public School and the Frontenac Farmers Market are proud to be hosting their annual Christmas Market & Breakfast with Santa fundraiser again this year. bigger this year, with more vendors and an added Mom 2 Mom sale! There will be over 60 vendors offering unique, beautiful and special gifts for that special someone on your list! Saturday, December 9 from 9 am to 2 pm. Breakfast with Santa from 9 am to noon. (Pancakes, sausage, fruit, coffee, tea juice. $5.00/person) Free admission. Non-perishable food donation please. Info - Allison at ali32_kiwi@hotmail.com. • The Verona Lions Club is holding a Christmas dance on Saturday, December 9 from 8 pm to midnight. There will be the live band, Red Rose Express and an evening lunch. Dress is casual. Tickets are $15 each and are available at Verona Rona Hardware and Asselstine Hardware. $15 each. For additional information call Ken Harper 613-374-2040 • Bellrock Hall is holding their annual dinner and concert in Bellrock. Dinner and a Christmas concert with your favourite gospel singers, Crimson River. Special dietary needs can be accommodated. Wheelchair accessible. Sunday December 10 at 2 pm. Tickets are $20. Available at Food Less Travelled, Asselstine Hardware, Nicole's Gifts in Verona and Pet Supply, Sydenham www.bellrockhall.ca.

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• Saturday, in Arden, is a no cook day. First, the Arden United Church is sponsoring their Annual Christmas Luncheon and Bazaar beginning at 11:30 am Saturday December 2. Lunch is soup, sandwiches and desserts for the low cost of $6.00 per adult or $3.00 for a child. Start your Christmas shopping at the bazaar which will have many, one of a kind, items. Your first turkey dinner of the year may be compliments of the Arden Wesleyan Church. The dinner starts at 5 pm and your admission price is a “free will offering”. This group of volunteers cook up a wonderful dinner, so give generous to the church. • Following the dinner, the Friends of Arden invite you to

join them at their Annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. The lights will be turned on at approximately 7 pm so join everyone at the future site of the Kennebec Heritage Garden (opposite the Mill Pond), sing some Christmas carols and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. • The Arden Legion will be holding their Breakfast with Santa, Saturday December 9. Please register your child/ children previous to December 5. Children 0 to 9 are $5.00 each and children 10 to 13 are $10.00. This fee includes the breakfast, activities and a gift, so if you are interested please mark the cut off date on your calendar. • The last open mic for 2017 in Arden is also December 9, 1 pm to 5 pm at the Community Centre. Please bring your sandwiches and squares for sharing, and don’t forget their Christmas donation pledge, as well. • Thoughts and prayers are offered to Rev. Rick after his surgery. • Thanks is extended to the Arden Line Dancers for decorating the Community Centre for Christmas.

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• Are you all set for the Santa Claus parade this Saturday, December 2nd beginning at the Lions Hall! The parade begins at 10:00, taking its familiar route, making a stop at Pine Meadow. After the parade, all are welcome back to the Hall for a cup of hot chocolate and a doughnut. Santa will be there with gifts for the children. • A dart league has started every Monday night beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Lions Hall. All are welcome no matter your level of expertise or even if you have never played.Info - Ted Brown (613) 329-3356 or Kevin VanDusen (613) 391-2196 or Charlene VanDusen (613) 848-9532. • The Bon Echo Rocks Community Chorus presents a Christmas concert at Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel United Church in Northbrook on Friday, December 8, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m. There will be light refreshments and fellowship afterwards. • With the economy the way it is, with rising hydro and heating bills, and with those unexpected bills, more and more folks are really struggling! The Land O Lakes Community Services is looking for your help with this year’s Christmas Basket Program. They are looking for any donations of new toys and money to be brought to Land O'Lakes Community Services on Hwy 41 (across from the Ambulance Base) or call them at 613-336-8934 and they will arrange pickup. • The "Stuff the Cruiser" event was very successful. We received over 130 Donations of pre-bagged food, cash donations and Foodland gift cards. Charlene, Kevin and the Staff of Foodland really stepped up with a fantastic display in the front aisle of the store . • There are many locations in our community where you can drop off non-perishable food donations. Locations include Foodland, Castle, Community Services, Health Unit, and the Lions Hall. If you are coming to the Santa Claus parade, bring along some food donations. A great way to check when the Lions Hall is open is to check their new digital sign!

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• A Youth Dance will be held at the Golden Links Hall for public school children, December 1 from 7-9:30pm. Call 372-2410 for information. • The Harrowsmith S and A Club would like to welcome all to the Annual Santa Claus Parade and Open House, December 2. The parade starts at 10am from Centennial Park and will finish at Harrowsmith Public School. Santa will be at the Hall following the parade. Free hot dogs, treats and hot chocolate. Hope to see you there! • Before the parade, why not come out for the free pancake breakfast beginning at 8am at the Golden Links Hall. • All are welcome to the lighting of our new village Christmas Tree in front of Gilmour's on 38, December 2 at 5pm. This tree was generously donated by Mark Segsworth and will be powered by the Gilmour family. • Also on December 2, a Christmas Bake and Craft Sale from 9am-2pm at the Perth Road Sunday School Hall. • Please join the Frontenac Women's Chorus on December 2 for their "Christmas in the Northland" concert. 7pm at Trinity United Church. Admission is by donation. • Prince Charles Public School and Frontenac Farmers Market's Annual Christmas Market and Breakfast with Santa, at the school, December 9 from 9am-2pm.Over 50 vendors. Breakfast is served from 9am-noon and includes pancakes,

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• Harlowe Wesleyan Church, having hosted a Christmas pot-luck after church last Sunday are now getting geared up for their Friday Evening (Dec. 1) Christmas program happening at 7:00 PM. • All roads lead to Harlowe, and on Saturday Dec. 2 of this week, the Harlowe Hall will feature their ever famous roast beef and pork Christmas dinner and dance event. The dinner starts at 6:00 and the dance at 8:00. They need to know how much to cook so request advance tickets through Marie White. We’re some excited - as those Harlowe events are yummy in the tummy. Come and hear the Friendly Northwoods Band with Ray Whitelock, Jim Dix, Fred Brown, Muriel Simmington, Sam Jarvis, Kevin O’Donnell and Jerome Collins. • The Land O'Lakes Country Cloggers are preparing to be part of the Festival Of Trees.l.

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• Community Choir - Registrations for the 2018 spring session of the Tay Valley Community Choir are being accepted at the Municipal Office. An early bird registration fee of $40.00 applies until January 2nd, 2018, after January 2nd the regular registration fee of $50.00 will apply. The spring session begins on January 8th, and runs until April 16th, 2018. • Karate Program - Registration for the 2018 spring session of the Karate program is now open. The spring session will begin on January 11th, and run until May 3rd, 2018. Drop by the Municipal Office to register for this fit & fun program, or register online. • December 9 - Jingle Mingle – Drop in to the ABC Hall between 2 and 4 pm to pick up your Wilton Cheese orders and Pampered Chef products. Stay and enjoy a cup of cheer and Christmas goodie. • A CRAZY dinner–no better way to describe this event at the ABC Hall on Saturday, November 25! Over 70 diners were on hand to celebrate Jean Cooke’s 80th birthday.

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day December 2, from 1am-2pm. Light lunch available. • There were 130 people fed at the Snow Road Snowmobile club’s breakfast. There wont be another breakfast until January 6 2018. Last week the news printed in the Northern Happenings section that the breakfast was $12, which was wrong, the breakfasts are still the usual price. • Don’t forget the Snow Road Christmas Dinner which is on December 16 at the Snowmobile Club at 6pm. Dinner and Social Entertainment. Advance tickets are required and they are $15, Contact Ruth 613-278-0047 or Alice 613-278-1020.

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• Sympathy to the family of May Meeks who recently passed away. Her celebration of life was held on November 24. A great lady has left her earthly home for her heavenly one. • Sympathy to Betty O’Connor (Sly) at the passing of her son Jimmy O’Conner. • Happy birthday to Allan Gurnsey, Jesse Antoine, Freda Burke, Lorne Hiltz, Ricky Scott, Cindy Pringle, Tom Rose, Errol Abrams, Helen Beck, Dianne Sproule, Yvonne Birrell and Edith St, Pierre. Best wishes to Ken Clark, John Purdon, Rev. Dr. Rick Magie, Richard Goodberry, Adrian St. Pierreand and King Stinchcombe, • Happy Anniversary to Roy and Joan Shepherd who celebrated 57 years this weekend. • The Parham Happy travellers installed the new executive: Treasurer Sharon Snyder, President Dorothy Verbeek, Secretary Charlotte Brown, Vice President Joan Wyatt. • Don’t forget "Coffee Hour" every Tuesday morning 10am -11:30am at the Parham Free Methodist Hall, for great coffee and conversation. • Remember the Santa Clause Parade on December 3 beginning at Tichbourne and ending at the firehall in Parham. The parade starts around 1pm. See "Northern Happenings". • Family and friends attended a celebration of life for Faye Whitelock on November 25, beloved wife of Ray Whitelock. Faye was a great help with the Harlowe Community activities. Another Angel! • On Saturday, December 2 there will be a turkey dinner at the Arden Community Hall sponsored by the Arden and Community Wesleyan church 5pm -6:30pm. Come early to get a seat. • On December 2 at the Hartington Community Church at 7pm there will be a musical event with Mark, Sharon, Ruth plus Marilyn Craig and Judy Reynolds performing. • A retirement party was held for Dawson Hartwick on November. Many people from the Parham Area enjoyed the meal at the Parham Diners. served by caterers Ali and mike. Call 279-3151 to reserve on December 27, noon. It is held at the CE Building. • On December 10 at 7pm there will be a Christmas Singa-long at Petworth Community church with Pastor Ruth Ann Paul as the MC. Should be a great evening.

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by Jeff Green pponents of the Johnston Point 15 lot development on Loughborough Lake have not given up the fight. The development received draft approval from the Ontario Municipal Board over a year ago last spring. That approval included a number of conditions that need to be met by the applicant, Magenta Waterfront Development Corporation, before the plan can be approved and the lots created. Among those are conditions related to endangered species at that location. Early in November, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) posted a notice on the Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR) web site. The notice concerns a so-called “overall benefit” permit that the ministry is intending to issue regarding two species at risk that have been identified on the 36 acre parcel known as Johnston’s Point. It relates to two species, the Gray (aka Black) Ratsnake and the Blandings Turtle. If the ministry issues the permit, it will be based on a commitment by the applicant to take measures to offset any harm that is done to the habitat with greater measures to improve the habitat, achieving an “overall benefit”. A delegation on Tuesday Night (November 28) urged Council to support their opposition to the “Overall Benefit" permit on the grounds that two other species at risk have been identified at Johnston’s Point, bats and whip-poor-wills. “The benefit permit completely disregards

significant evidence gathered by citizens of South Frontenac regarding the presence of at least two more species: Little Brown Myotis Bats (Endangered), as well as Eastern Whip-poor-will (Species at Risk)” said Roel Vertegaal in a letter to council. The Eastern Whip-poor-will was mentioned in the draft condominium approval from the OMB. One of the conditions was the delivery of a study concerning the presence of whip-poor-will. The opponents presented a report that they commissioned, which was prepared by Cambium Engineering, which found whip-poor-wills on the site on three sampling dates in June, 6 on one night, 16 on another, and 11 on a third. The report also says that there is “probable breeding” within the proposed condominium area. It also concludes: “The General Habitat Description for the Eastern Whip-poor-will states that an area extending 500 meters from the centre of defended territories is considered part of the general habitat for this species. Therefore, the entirety of the peninsula is considered Eastern Whip-poor-will habitat under the ESA [Endangered Species Act] and damaging or destroying the forested areas without appropriate authorization is prohibited.” While the conditions for the approval of the condominium are being worked on, some of the lots that have not yet been created have been sold. As well, work has been proceed-

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Battersea resident, Tania Edgar, is inviting families to take a stroll through a candle-lit field and forest on her property in Battersea on the evenings of December 8, 9 and 10. She will be holding a Woodland Luminaries Walk as a way to share the peace of the holiday season and raise funds for Southern Frontenac Community Services Corp (SFCSC), which provides health and community services for seniors and low-income families. “I’ve wanted to do this for a few years now,” says Tania, “and I just needed a reason to do it.” Tania has been working as a Personal Support Worker in the Adult Day Program at SFCSC. “I can see how much these seniors

and their families value the support they get at SFCSC, and I’m happy to be a part of it.” The Woodland Luminaries Walk will run from 6:30pm to 9:00pm on December 8th, 9th and 10th. The walk is located at 2248 Battersea Water Street in Battersea. Admittance is by donation of any amount, which will be donated to SFCSC to support the Adult Day and other programs. Guests will stroll through a pleasant field and forest setting lit by candles. Hot chocolate and candy treats will be on hand. “If we’re lucky, there will be a nice skiff of snow on the ground to add to the setting.” For information, please call Tania Edgar at 613-888-3225

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Peacefully at home on Saturday November 25, 2017 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Bernard Kennedy for 63 years. Dear mother of Susan (Robin), Scott, Doug (Eleanor). Sadly missed by her grandchildren, Karen, (Ben), Colin, Bryan, Faull, Mckay. Survived by sister Dorothy (Jim). Predeceased by sister Margaret. In keeping with Patricia’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations to University Hospital Kingston Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

IN MEMORIAM Thompson, Clyde

in loving memory of a dear brother who passed away November 29, 2012. Tenderly we treasure the past With memories that will always last Forever missed by Charlotte, Allan & Family

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OMPAH Linda Rush

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• Tis the season for Christmas LIGHTS! The annual Tree Lighting will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 7:00 at John Walter’s home (beside the old United Church). Carols will be sung around the tree and hot chocolate will be served. • The Ompah Community Choir will be special guests at the Tay Valley Choir ‘Home Grown Christmas’ concert on Friday, Dec. 1 at the Maberly Hall. The concert starts at 7:00 and admission is $10 at the door. • Beginner Bridge Lessons are being offered Fridays 1-4 pm, on Dec 1, 8 and 15 at the Ompah Community Centre, and Snow Road in January. Come out for a FRIENDLY, “table-talk-allowed” kind of bridge experience. Contact Rob or Cille Harris at rob.harris@ra.ca or 613-479-8055 with any questions. • The Fire Hall and Community Centre will look beautiful decked out with lights.. The Fire Department will be installing new exterior lights that are being purchased by the Ompah Community Volunteers. So many folks come together to create a lovely place in our community. • The Ducharme’s Riverhill Farm 90,000 light display is well worth the drive to Struthadam Road to see and hear the decorated trees ‘singing’ in time to the music. The lights are on until 9 pm on week days and 10 pm on weekends. • The Cookie Exchange takes place at 10:00 on Saturday, December 9 at the Community Centre. • The Santa Claus parade started in Ompah on Saturday and travelled to Plevna. Folks were out to watch as children waved to Santa and eagerly collected the treats flung their way. • On a sad note, we received news that long time Ompah resident June Lovesey passed away on November 24. Several years ago June, in ill health, moved to Sudbury to be closer to her daughter. A celebration with music and stories will be held in the spring in Ompah.

PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com • Don't forget the upcoming Santa Claus Parades. Central Frontenac’s Santa parade is on Dec. 2 at 1pm, in Sharbot Lake with floats assembling at the K&P trail at 12:30pm. After the parade, join the Sharbot Lake Lions at Oso Hall to meet with Santa and enjoy hot dogs and hot chocolate. Free to all. • Then on Sunday Dec 3, be sure to take part in the District #4 Fire Department's 25th Santa Claus Parade starting in Tichborne and ending at the fire hall. • Thinking of you thoughts to Larry Emmons, Carol Raymo, Cheryl Gordon's grandson and Jane Drew. • United Church will be collecting non-perishable food items for our local food bank on Dec 10 at the Church service. • Thanks to all who attended the Turkey Dinner at the United Church in Parham. • There was lots of good feedback from the "Sunshine Sketches". • Congratulations to Gilbert Whan on his 80th Birthday. • Parham United Church held Communion service on Sunday. Thanks to all who brought items to the food bank as well as warm items for the Mitten Tree. Happy Birthday was sung to Allan Gurnsey. • Turkey Bingo on December 15th at the IOOF Hall in Parham. • Happy Birthday to: Gail McEwen, Joel Gray, Sharon Quinn, Lisa Hamilton, Josh Neadow, Steven Steele, Lisa McLellan, Evan Pyle, Derrick Hole and Jen MacPherson. •

PLEVNA Katie Ohlke

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• Lodges Past & Present in North Frontenac ($50) and Historic Tours of North Frontenac ($20) are once again available at the Plevna Library. There were a number of people who had put their name on a waiting list and CMCA is happy that they have arrived before Christmas.

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RAFFLE WINNERS

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PUBLIC NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell part of the 66’ shore road allowances as set out and described as follows: ALL THAT PART of the Original Road Allowance around Mississagagon Lake adjacent to Lot 17, Concession 7, geographic Township of Barrie, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 1 on Registered Plan 13R-21642 The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting on December 15, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at the Ompah Community Hall, 10200 Road 509, Ompah, ON. and at that time, the Council will hear in person, any person who claims that his land will be prejudicially affected and who applies to be heard. Dated this 27th day of November, 2017 Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 Tel: (613) 479-2231 or 1-800-234-3953 Fax: (613) 479-2352 Email: clerkplanninq@northfrontenac.ca

Announcement

Dear loyal patients of Dentist Dr. Rainer A. Tornow, Northbrook I would like to announce that Dr. Rene Boljkovac has decided to join our practice.

PUBLIC COUNCIL MEETING TAKE NOTICE THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac will hold a Public Meeting on December 15, 2017 at 9:00 a.m., at the Ompah Community Hall, 10200 Road 509, Ompah, Ontario; PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To consider amendments to the Fees and Charges By-law, more specifically to review proposed amendments to: a) Add a fee for the purchase of Township Hats b) Amend fee for Civic Addressing c) Amend fee for Construction of Entrances; and d) Add a fee for Blue Box Recycling and Composter Bins; AND THAT further information on these matters can be obtained by contacting the undersigned; AND THAT the Public may provide written comments regarding these matters via mail or e-mail to the undersigned. Public comments received by the Clerk prior to December 8, 2017 will be provided to Council for their consideration at the December 15, 2017 Council Meeting. The Public can also provide comments directly to Council at the Public Meeting. Dated this 27th day of November, 2017. Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager 613-479-2231 Ext. 225 clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

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Our Team is growing again! Full-Time Administration Clerk We have an immediate opening for an Administration Clerk for our growing mortgage operations department in Sharbot Lake, Ontario. We are seeking an individual that is computer literate, has strong written and verbal communication skills, an ability to prioritize tasks, with excellent attention to detail. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining client files, conducting insurance audits, processing mortgage payments, performing tax account audits, remitting municipal tax payments, as well as updating and maintaining reports. The successful applicant will have a secondary school diploma with 1 to 2 years of work experience in an office setting; Possess a personality and values that align with a company culture of everyone working together to maintain an environment of trust, professionalism, care for people, high ethical standards, adaptability to change, and co-operative teamwork while achieving challenging but sustainable goals. If this sounds like you and you would like to work with a team of mortgage professionals where there are exciting career opportunities, please submit your resume to resumes@ pillarfinancial.ca or go to our website at www. PillarFinancial.ca We wish to thank all who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Posting Closes: December 1, 2017

Dr. Boljkovac grew up in Etobicoke, Ontario. He attended Fairley Dickenson University for his undergraduate. He then attended University of Detroit School of Dentistry, completing his doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1990. Dr. Boljkovac has practiced dentistry in private practice as well as hospital dentistry and brings with him 27 years of dental medicine experience. Dr. Boljkovac has gained extensive experience in dental implants and root canal procedures. With his addition to our team, we will be able to offer more of these services in house at Northbrook Dental, eliminating the need to travel to a specialist office. Dr. Boljkovac is married to Marion and they have one daughter Liette, son-in-law Jesse and one grandson Ethan. Dr. Boljkovac and Marion reside in Norwood with their two Maltese dogs, Ziggy and Meisha. With Dr. Boljkovac joining the practice, this will enable us to better serve you with shortened wait times for dental treatment and it would also enable me to work at a more reasonable pace. In order to allow for a smooth transition, I will continue to work with Dr. Boljkovac to aid in assuring the same quality dental care to which you have become accustomed. Please join my staff in welcoming Dr. Boljkovac and his family to our practice. He is looking forward to meeting each of you. With best regards Dr. Rainer A. Tornow, Lakeland Health Centre Hwy. 41, Northbrook ON 613-336-9555

Note: New patients always welcome

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Thursday November 30

KINGSTON - WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 120 Years Artisan and Craft Show, 8am-4pm. Ambassador Hotel. Crafts by local artists, wheelchair accessible, free admission. SNOW ROAD STATION - MUSIC NIGHT 7pm-9pm. Snow Road Hall. with Jessica Wedden and Jon Mclurg, light refreshments

Friday December 1

DENBIGH - EUCHRE 7pm. Denbigh Community Hall. Every Friday night until Dec 15. It will start again on January 5. HARLOWE - CHRISTMAS PROGRAM 7pm. Harlowe Wesleyan Standard Church. Guest musicians, nativity presentation, local music. HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE 7pm-9:30pm. Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall. $6 for public school children. call 372-2410, sponsored by Odd Fellows and Rebekahs. HARTINGTON - RMF RUTH, Mark and Sharon Fund Raising Concert, Portland Community Church. Featuring Marilyn Craig & Judy Reynolds. Free Will Offering. MABERLY - TAY VALLEY COMMUNITY CHOIR, A Home Grown Christmas 7pm. Maberly Community Hall. $10 and food bank donations welcome, refreshments to follow. OMPAH - BRIDGE LESSONS 1am-4pm. Ompah Hall. Friendly, “table-talk-allowed” kind of bridge. every Friday. SHARBOT LAKE - ROAST BEEF DINNER Sharbot Lake Legion. Social hour 5:30pm, Dinner 6pm $12 pp.

Saturday December 2

ARDEN - ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY 7pm. Kennebec Hall. Opposite the Mill Pond, Hot Chocolate, homemade cookies, carol singing. ARDEN - LUNCHEON AND BAZAAR Arden United Church. Lunch $6 adults, $3 kids ARDEN - TURKEY DINNER 5pm-6:30pm. Kennebec Hall. Sponsored by Arden & Community Wesleyan Church, freewill offering. DENBIGH - LION’S CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE

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10am-2pm. Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club. door prizes, raffle, canteen, home cooked lunch DENBIGH - SANTA CLAUS PARADE 6pm. Denbigh Community Hall. Visit Santa at the Hall after the parade. DENBIGH - PARADE OF LIGHTS 7PM. For more info contact Gail or Tony 613 333-2224 GODFREY - LIGHT UP THE NIGHT 6pm-9pm. Sperling Ln. Outdoor Christmas Light Displays, Hot Chocolate, Santa, Carols, Donations to Sacred Heart of Jesus Bedford Social HARLOWE - ROAST BEEF AND PORK Christmas Dinner - 6pm. Harlowe Hall. For reservations call Marie White 613 336-2557. HARROWSMITH - FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST 8am. Golden Links Hall. Donations will go to the food bank. HARROWSMITH - SANTA CLAUS PARADE 10am. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. From Centennial Park to Harrowsmith PS - but not on Road 38. Open House with Santa, 4041 Colebrook Rd after. Info Don 780-990-4305 or Pam 613 372-1578 for float entry & route change. NORTHBROOK - SANTA CLAUS PARADE 10am. Northbrook Lions Hall. Sponsored by Land O’Lakes Lions. PERTH ROAD - CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE 9am2pm. Perth Road United Church. PERTH ROAD CRAFTERS 9am-2pm. crafts and gifts, Chinese auction, chili and pie lunch. Free entry - sister event with Perth Road United Church Sale. Info - 613 353 7303 SHARBOT LAKE - SANTA CLAUS PARADE 1pm. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Marshalling by Central Frontenac Lion’s. Santa, treats at the hall after parade, All free (including hot dogs, hot chocolate) SNOW ROAD STATION - Get Ready For Christmas Craft Show, 10am-2pm. Snow Road Clubhouse. 1106 Gemmills Road. Light lunch available VERONA - THE FRONTENAC WOMEN’S CHORUS 7:30pm. Trinity United Church. “Christmas in the Northland” Director Patty Smith with Kate Van Allen. Admission by donation suggested $10.

Sunday December 3

SYDENHAM - CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND BAKE SALE by the Ladies Auxiliary. 10am-2pm. Sydenham Legion. TICHBORNE/PARHAM SANTA CLAUS PARADE 1pm. Tichborne Rail Yard to the Fire Hall, 1282

Wagarville Rd, Parham. Meet Santa & enjoy coffee, hot chocolate, chili & bun $2, free hot dogs for kids. info: 613 375-6341

Monday December 4

DINERS CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON 12pm. $10 Entertainment Provided OMPAH - FOOT CARE 9am. Ompah Hall. by appointment, call 613 279-3151 to book.

Tuesday December 5

VERONA - WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP 1:30pm3pm. Verona Medical Centre. on Managing Holiday Stress. Info: Dana at Resolve Counceling Services, 613-549-7850 x3224

Wednesday December 6

SHARBOT LAKE - RETIRED TEACHERS AND FRIENDS LUNCH 11:30am. The Maples. To attend, please phone 613-279-3778 by December 1. Contact Joanne McCullough

Thu December 7 – Sat December 9

SHARBOT LAKE - FESTIVAL OF TREES Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). “A Canadian Christmas” Trees, Wreaths, Anything Goes, all available to win. Live music. Thursday tree lighting 6pm Friday 9am8pm, Saturday 10am-4pm

Thursday December 7

MABERLY - EUCHRE & LUNCHEON 12pm. Maberly Community Hall. Contact: Ethel Armstrong, 613-2792940 SHARBOT LAKE - LUNCHEON FOR THE FESTIVAL OF TREE 12pm. Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Awards and Presentations.

Friday December 8

NORTHBROOK - CHRISTMAS CONCERT 7pm. Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel United Church. Bon Echo Community Chorus, free admission with a food bank donation. SHARBOT LAKE - STUFFED PORK CHOPS DINNER 12pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Social hour 5:30pm, Dinner $12 pp. VERONA - SPIRIT OF ADVENT CONCERT 7:30pm. Trinity United Church. Free admission, their gift.

Saturday December 9

ARDEN - OPEN MIC 1pm-5pm. Arden Legion. Pot luck, sandwiches, squares $2 HARROWSMITH - EUCHRE FUN NIGHT 7pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. Come out for a fun evening of cards! Light refreshments, prizes, cash bar. Call Pam 613 372-1578 or Marlilyn 613 372-0917. OMPAH - COOKIE EXCHANGE 10am. Ompah Hall. Be there early as they go quickly. PLEVNA - COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS POT LUCK 5pm. Clar-Mill Hall. Info, call Ed 613 479-9909.

VERONA - CHRISTMAS DANCE 8pm- Midnight, Verona Lions Hall. Ft. Red Rose Express, evening lunch, casual dress, $15 Info 613-374-2040 or 613372-5431. VERONA - CHRISTMAS MARKET FUNDRAISER and Breakfast with Santa 9am-2pm. Prince Charles Public School. 60 Vendors, Breakfast 9am-noon, $5, Free admission, non-perishable food donation.

Sunday December 10

GODFREY - BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM 1pm5pm. Bedford Hall. 1381 Westport Rd. $2 admission, entertainers free. Info: Judy 374-2317, Joan 3745477 HARROWSMITH - OLE TIME FIDDLERS 1pm5pm. Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall. followed by Shepherd’s pie dinner $10, bring dessert to share. info call 372-2410 RAILTON- 10TH ANNUAL NATIVITIES DISPLAY 11am-3pm. St. Patrick’s Church. Free Admission, donations to food bank and Loughborough Christmas and Emergency Fund, Info call 613 376-3924 SHARBOT LAKE - ECUMENICAL ALL FAITHS CHRISTMAS MUSICAL 2pm. St. James Major Church. Area churches participate. Free will offering to benefit Food Bank.613-279-3399 VERONA - DINNER AND CONCERT 2pm. Bellrock Hall. Ft Crimson River, fundraiser, wheelchair accessible, Tickets $20, available around Verona and Sydenham.

Monday December 11

PLEVNA - FOOT CARE 9am. Clar-Mill Hall. SHARBOT LAKE - FOOT CARE 9am. Sharbot Lake Seniors Centre.

Tuesday December 12

DENBIGH - NORTHERN LIGHTS Christmas Dinner 12pm. Griffith & Matawatchan Lion’s Club. $5. members, $16 non-members. Bring a friend. Entertainment by Harmonizers. Call Nancy 613-3339556 by Nov. 29 to reserve a place. DENBIGH - KIDS PROGRAM 6pm-7pm. Denbigh Library. NORTHBROOK - ADULT DROP IN LUNCHEON 12pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. $15, entertainment PLEVNA - DINERS 12pm-2pm. Clar-Mill Hall.

Wednesday December 13

HARROWSMITH - GENERAL MEETING 7pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. All are welcome to attend. Membership $20/family, $10 single. Contact Penny 613 376-7688. SNOW ROAD STATION - COMMUNITY POT LUCK 6pm. Turkey, Ham and stuffing, bring your favourite sides or desserts.

Proposal for Fewer COW Meetings Next Year T

here were no delegations to address the proposed changes to the township's Procedural By-law, but Fran Willis used the call for questions of clarity to express her concern that “If you’re cutting out ten commiteee meetings a year, Council is in danger of becoming a rubber stamp.” If accepted, these procedural changes will delegate more work to the three main committees (Development Services, Corporate Services and Public Services) and there will be only one Committee of the Whole meeting a month; on the second Tuesday of each month, with the exeption of July and August. Coucillor Schjerning suggested the dress code reference could be deleted. (“Each member of Council is personally accountable for presenting themselves in a professional manner at all Council meetings.”) However, consensus was that this clause should be kept.

Legal Costs for Road Closing

Mr Young asked the Township for reimbursement of the legal fees he is being charged to finalize the road closing on his property which was not completed when Leland Road was straightened in the early ’80's. He noted that a neighbour, Mr Stevenson, was not charged in a similar situation. There was general agreement that the roadworks had been done for the Township’s benefits, and it would be fair to treat both the affected property owners the same way. Councillor Schjerning gave notice of motion that the Township pay the $1650 in question.

Kinsman “Dream Home” Request

Dan Trafford, spoke to Council on behalf of the Kingston Kinsmen, whose chief fundraiser each year is to build and sell lottery tickets on a “dream home”. He said that this year’s house will be a “green home’ built in a rural area, but apparently the exact location has not yet been selected. Trafford said the Kinsmen invite numerous community partners to make ‘in kind’ contributions, and asked whether South Frontenac would consider waiving building permit fees as a form of endorsement/financial support for the project. Last year’s house raffle raised $217,000 which was donated back to the community. Council asked for more details: ie, what other jurisdictions had participated in the past, what specific fees were they being asked to waive, and what if any of the profits would come back to South Frontenac? Although the benefiting causes appeared to be worthy ones, all were based in Kingston, and Mr Trafford said he’d have to get more information before he could answer any of the other questions. He will contact the CAO with more information so the question can come to the Dec 5 Council for as early an answer as possible.

2018 Budget Update

Treasurer Fragnito brought the draft budget for final comments prior to its coming to Council next week for approval. Councillor Sutherland expressed strong disapproval of the choice of Deyo and Carrying Place Roads for hard-top treatment, saying there

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was not adequate rationale for the choice. He suggested that the money would better be spent on improving ditching and grading of more gravel roads. Councillor Sleeth’s rebuttal was that there were discussions on the matter in committee, and “we pay our Public Works department to make informed recommendations.”

Mayor Vandewal commented ruefully that “Frontenac News just can’t say we have a 2% budget, even though staff came in at 2% as requested.” He said he had already discussed this with Jeff Green: seems the best they could agree to was to differ on their interpretation of the numbers …

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work that has already been done at the site when the condominium approval is still pending. Joe Gallivan, Manager of Planning for Frontenac County, said that while there are limits to work that can be done on properties before planning is completed in some jurisdictions, there is little in place in South Frontenac to limit that kind of work. He also said that selling lots that have not yet been created but are in process can be done, although the sales are by necessity conditional on planning approval.

ing on a road that will access those lots. The development is also being marketed by a corporation called Boneliving, which builds what it calls “Net-Zero Energy Ready High Performance Homes” out of steel “on unique lots”. In addition to the proposed Johnston’s Point development, Boneliving lists properties on Sweetfern Lane on Inverary Lake. Evonne Potts, one of the opponents of the project, told the News that she is concerned about the amount of roadwork and shoreline

NeLL at Tett Centre O

n Saturday, December 9th Salmon River Studios will be presenting the first ever exhibition of artworks by participants from Artistic Futures, a visual arts mentorship program for adults with special needs, based in the Tett Centre's creativity Studios and at Salmon River studios in Tamworth. The exhibition will take place in the Tett Centre’s activity room on Saturday, Decem-

ber, 9th from 2pm-6pm featuring paintings and monotype prints by Keifer Blight and Nicolas Steiner Bell. The exhibition is curated by program facilitator and artist educator Gabriel Deerman. Artistic Futures works in cooperation with New Leaf Link (a Not for Profit educational program for adults with special needs) where Gabriel leads weekly art lessons.

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NFLT Sunshine Sketches of our Little Towns reviewed by Chava Field-Green T

he North Frontenac Little Theatre showed presented an adorable collection of skits, songs and musical numbers last weekend. The heart of the show was seeing familiar faces, in memorable situations, all coming together. The News sat down with one of the most important people in the whole production, stage Manager and long time NFLT participant Margo McCullough. This was Margo’s 9th production with NFLT, her first as stage manager. Her only performing role, was that of a dancing tree in the Wizard of Oz. “From the beginning, I thought, hey I can do this. I am so thankful that (Director) Brian Robertson asked me. He’s such an amazing, talented and well spoken person. I couldn’t say no. I feel more comfortable behind the scenes.” The show started with an Indigenous story, grounding the show in the history of Frances and Mary Sharbot with drumming by Sisters of the Drum in front of a dreamy treeline set. The Sunshine Sketches takes a seasonal look at this area and those changes of season are represented by a 4 part quest for the perfect butter tart with Zeke from Zealand and Martha Stewpot, with a great cameo from David Yerxa selling Lion’s 50/50 draw tickets. The First Act of the show was anchored by Autumn with the Wedding, a one act play written in North Frontenac that was put on 26 years ago in 1991. It is the story of a dif-

ferent kind of shotgun wedding, held during duck season, and it is still entertaining today even if some of the fashions of the times have changed. Also in the first half, the cast showed off all of their singing, dancing, and musical talents with a rendition of the Log Driver’s Waltz, The Kick and Push and the Oklahoma inspired Our Township Song which includes the classic line “Where the granite’s steep, the soil’s not deep but something makes us call it home.” The SecondAct of the play took the audience through the winter months with the full cast singing The Snowmobile song, Two bearded blues brothers from Oso, a trip to the Treasure Trunk, a good old hot tub soak and a classic wish for summer at the Cottage, a number from last year’s Turtle Crossings. The sketch about the inner working of meetings, The Ladies Committee was a hilarious piece which had four people playing committee members and four people dressed in black voicing the committee member’s thoughts. The cast finished off the night with The Frontenac County Anniversary Song written last year to commemorate 150 years of Frontenac County. The Cast was shocked when actress Carol Raymo had a heart attack on Monday the night of dress rehersals. She is recovering well, and had a couple of understudies fill her roles. "The whole cast says they love her and wish her well, and she should be resting", says Margo.

Update from Knitters for Global Warmth T

he knitting continues. We have donated over 11,800 articles in the last ten years. This past year we sent knitting up north with the Anglican Church Bales in the spring and recently Marge Taylor from Ompah took a hundred and thirty more toques, afghans, sweaters, mitts, socks, dolls and teddy bears to go north of Igualuit.

Many thanks to knitters Yvonne Leblanc and Liz Bruce from Sydenham and Val Kennett from Perth for their continued support. Also thanks to Bev Murdock and Jackie Saville for their generous donations of yarn. Best wishes to all during this Christmas season and keep knitting. For info call Peggy Beckett at 2682443.

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Kathy Magnusson, Brian Robertson, Margo McCullough (behind with cross), Tom Christenson (seated) and Sandy Robertson filling in for Carol Raymo in The Wedding. All in all it was a sweet event of com- extraordinaire Margo McCullough check the munity theatre, by the community, for the Frontenac News Website frontenacnews. community and filled with maple sugar. To ca. read the full interview with stage manager

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC

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OUTDOOR SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES Please be aware that a building permit is now required for all new Outdoor Solid Fuel Burning Appliances as per By-law 2017-50. Give the Building Department a call at 613-376-3027 for further information and see the Township website for the application.

WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS The parking of vehicles on Township roads and village streets from 12:00 midnight to 7:00 a.m. is not permitted from December 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018. Pursuant to Section 181 of the Highway Traffic Act “No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing from the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road”. Please be advised that the Township of South Frontenac will NOT be responsible for damages to mailboxes, newspaper boxes, recycle boxes or parked cars where said boxes or vehicles interfere with the winter maintenance of Township roads.

WINTER HOURS, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT The depot will be open on December 14th from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Open dates will be published monthly in this banner. Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, small electronics and bale wrap only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

TOWN HALL UPCOMING MEETINGS • Council – December 5, 2017 • Committee of the Whole – December 12, 2017 • Committee of Adjustment – December 14, 2017 • Corporate Services Committee - December 12, 2017 @ 8:30 am • Public Services Committee – December 14, 2017

THINGS TO DO PUBLIC SKATING AT FRONTENAC COMMUNITY ARENA Invite a friend and come out to the Frontenac Community Arena and enjoy a leisurely skate every Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 am (The Arena now allows the use of strollers during the Parent and Pre-School Skate on Wednesdays) and Sundays from 1:00 pm to 2:20 pm The cost is $2.00 per person and a CSA approved helmet with screen is recommended. For more information see their website www.frontenacarena.com.

News & Public Notices HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS Township Administrative Offices will be closed from Friday, December 22nd at 12:00 noon, reopening on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. To reach the Public Works Department during this time, please call (613) 376-3027 Ext 4330 or 4331. Have a safe and happy holiday season.

2018 DOG TAGS NOW AVAILABLE Year 2018 Dog Tags are available at $15.00 each until February 28, 2018 after that date the fee increases to $30.00. Kennel Licenses must be purchased at the Municipal Office (4432 George St) at a cost of $125.00 until February 28, after which the fee will increase to $150.00 per license. See our website for other locations to purchase dog tags.

MARKING CANADA 150, ONTARIO 150 WITH COMMUNITY TIME CAPSULE PROJECT- ITEMS WANTED As a way to commemorate this historic year in Canadian history, the Township of South Frontenac is putting together a time capsule to be buried at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. The time capsule will be opened in 50 years on Canada’s bicentennial. Residents of South Frontenac are invited to submit items to be included in the time capsule. Items should be significant to this year in South Frontenac and be around the size of an average adult’s fist. Residents are encouraged to get creative and reflect on highlights of the year. Items like USB sticks will be accepted, although be mindful that in 50 years, that technology maybe obsolete. Photographs, newspaper clippings, local sports memorabilia, diaries, favorite recipes, ticket stubs and similar items are encouraged. Anything organic or that can erode, rubber, metal paper clips, staples and anything with an internal battery that cannot be removed is discouraged. The items need to meet some requirements for preservations purposes and will be returned to the sender if they do not fit the requirements. Items will be collected from now until December 21st and can be dropped off at Town Hall in Sydenham in the Recreation Department.

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Central Frontenac approves spending $207,509 on firefighters bunker gear by Craig Bakay entral Frontenac Council came out of a closed session at its regular meeting Tuesday in Sharbot Lake and immediately introduced a motion to spend $207,509 “to mitigate legislative health and safety risks.” It was an unusual outcome given the stated reason for the in camera meeting discuss two instances of “personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.” In an interview, Fire Chief Greg Robinson said the $207,509 was mostly for personal protective gear — bunker suits, helmets, gloves and some training for supervisors. He said none of the funding was for breathing apparatus. The resolution allows for the $207,509 to be taken from reserves suggesting that the equipment is needed immediately. Mayor Frances Smith said after the meeting that the Township doesn’t have enough gear for its firefighters. “The legislation says we have to have so many of this and so many of that and we don’t have it,” she said. “In some cases, there’s gear that needs to be replaced.” She said that they expect there to be some funds left over in this year’s budget but whatever shortfall there is will be made up from reserves and discussed in the 2018 budget deliberations which are scheduled to begin Dec. 18 at 4 p.m. in the District 3 (Oso) Fire Hall. $200 boot allowance for PW staff Council agreed to raise the boot allowance for full-time Public Works staff to $200 per employee per year from the current $120 (which was approved in 2015). “I work in much the same environment they do and $200 doesn’t meet the need for work boots today,” said Coun. Bill MacDonald.

Thake said the anticipated cost of the measure will be $4,400 (an increase of $1,760) and will be included in the 2018 budget. Elm Tree road construction to begin, finally Thake also said he expects work on Elm Tree Road culvert to begin shortly. The holdup came when the conservation authority required a larger culvert than what was planned because “Arden is in a low-lying area.” However the larger culvert isn’t a stock size and has to be manufactured individually. Thake said the asphalt on Elm Tree will be held off until next year to give the gravel bed time to settle. He said there will likely be traffic disruptions once the actual work begins but school boards (for busing) and emergency services will be notified of such closures, which might be able to be scheduled over the Christmas break. Accessibility report Frontenac County Clerk Jannette Amini, who coordinates the County Accessibility Committee, gave Council a progress report. Specifically in Central Frontenac, in 2017 a seniors housing task force was set up with the direction for allowing seniors who cannot function in their homes to have a place to move that would allow them to stay in Central Frontenac and a fully accessible library was built in Mountain Grove to replace the old inaccessible one. In 2018, the committee is looking at a crossing on Road 38 at Elizabeth Street, a ramp for the barn at the Parham Fair Grounds, signage for crosswalks, work on the Eagle Lake Dock, designated parking areas at the Parham, Mountain Grove, Piccadilly and Sharbot Lake libraries and community centres and LED street lights with wifi capability.

Festival of Trees presents

A Canadian Christmas Thursday - Saturday

Dec. 7, 8, 9 Soldiers (Oso) Memorial Hall, Sharbot Lake Admission is a Donation to the Food Bank A project of Villages Beautiful

Home & Cottage Plans Available.

Frontenac County Access Award

ohn Weatherall, who donated land on Wolfe Island to build a seniors housing project, received the Frontenac County Access award at the annual Warden’s reception last week at Sydenham High School. Neil Allen, Chair of the Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee, presented the award along with South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal “Thanks to the vision, drive and generosity of Mr. John Weatherly, who donated the prime land in Marysville to Frontenac Islands Township for the construction of its seniors housing project, Wolfe Island now has a seniors apartment complex that will allow seniors to age in their community,” said Allen.

Entertainment each evening & all day Saturday Thursday Dec. 7, 1-8 12:00 noon

4:15-4:45 6:00pm 6:15-7:30

Luncheon & Awards Presentation, Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Tickets $15, available from Sharbot Lake Pharmasave, Ann Howitt 279-2706 David Yerxa Tree Lighting Fiddlers and Friends and Land O’Lakes Country Cloggers

Friday Dec. 8, 9am-8pm 4:00-5:00pm 5:45-6:15 6:30-7:30

Barbara Agnew-Miller and students, Mabel Saunders, Paige Kring, Tyler Kring Dave and Margaret Taylor The Merrigan Family, Adam Lake

Saturday Dec. 9, 10 am-4pm 11:00am 11:30am 1:30-2:15pm 2:45-3:30pm 4:00

Young Choristers Frontenac Skies Bucket Drummers Blue Skies Fiddle Orchestra Tay Valley Choir Ticket Draw