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MOE pressing South Frontenac over Portland dump by Wilma Kenny

n response to the Ministry of Environment’s request for an action plan addressing leachate from the Portland Waste site, Public Works Manager Mark Segsworth wrote to the ministry in December. In his letter, he said that the Township was in the process of developing an action plan to address the impacts of leachate on the surrounding surface water.

Segsworth offered to submit this plan by April 30. This did not wash with the Ministry however. In an e-mail response received Jan 23, the MOE indicated that this would not be acceptable; they want a plan by the end of January. At a meeting on Tuesday night, council concurred with Segsworth’s decision to ask for a meeting with ministry representatives to clarify exactly what they are asking for. In a brief interview, Segsworth emphasized the importance of maintaining the Portland waste site, and to work with the

MOE to do this in an acceptable, sustainable manner. “What’s better: to monitor and manage our sites so that there is no contamination outside the site’s boundaries, or to ship our waste down the road, where it becomes someone else’s problem?” “Although there are impacts to surface water quality within the wetland that falls within the boundaries of the site, many years of monitoring have demonstrated that the provincial water standards have consistently been met downstream at the property boundary before entering the Cameron Creek Swamp,” Segsworth said. He added that the Ministry has recently amended the Certificate of Agreement to require that standards be met at the toe of the slope within the dump site, not, as previously, at the boundary of the approved waste site.

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SLHS student team wins a $5,000 YPI grant for the Land O’Lakes Community Services Women’s Program, l-r; Mr. Jamie McCullough, YPI rep. Katherine McGregor, SLHS students Michaela Vanness, Dara-Lynn Matson, James Dillabough, Travis Tyson, SLHS principal Heather Highet and Mr. Ryan Michie

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Central Frontenac Council cuts T $400,000 from budget, asks staff to find another $100,000 by Jeff Green

entral Frontenac Council took another jab at their 2012 budget at their regular meeting on Tuesday night, cutting the increase in their own budget to just under 7%. When CAO Shawn Trépanier presented the amended budget at the start of the meeting, about $250,000 had already been cut from the first version of the budget, which had been presented a couple of weeks ago. The amended budget still called for $6.16 million in taxation for local services, up from $5.4 million in 2011. Part of the reason for that increase is a cut in transfer payments from the Province of Ontario in the amount of $200,000 and a $60,000 increase in policing costs, both factors that council cannot control. The increase in costs for township operations has been set at 1.9%, leaving the capital expenditure portion of the budget, which was up by $300,000 from 2011, as the only place council could really look to for cuts. They decided to pay for a new document management system and server out of reserve funds, cutting $40,000 out of the levy. They then cut the purchase of one of two tandem trucks out, saving $210,000, and finally decided to pave only 2.5 kilometres of the Arden Road instead of 5 km, saving another $150,000. Plans to do paving and other work on the Arden bridge, a $178,000 item, remained in the budget, as did $55,000 for work on the new ball field in Mountain Grove and a $100,000 contribution to a reserve fund for a new fire hall in Parham.

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Councilor Frances Smith then asked that staff come back with cuts of 0.5% in their operating budgets, but Mayor Gutowski said it would be better if staff are given more leeway to find savings in operating or capital expenditures because operating budgets have already been trimmed. “We don’t want to compromise the level of service we offer to the ratepayers,” Gutowski said. The 6.8% increase in the taxes Central Frontenac is set to collect from ratepayers will be combined with money they collect for Frontenac County and for Education taxes. Since those rates are not going up as much as the township rate is, the net result to the average Central Frontenac tax bill is an increase of less than 5% at this point. That could drop another percentage point by the time the budget process is complete. Councilor John Purdon sounded a precautionary note, however. “Our level of reserve funds has been dropping, from $4 million five years ago to just over $1 million now, even though we have raised taxes over that time by about 7% per year,” he said.

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Editorial

Occupy Lanark County

hen the Occupy movement, as it has come to be known, sprung up in New York as a kind of North American response to the Arab Spring last summer, I, for one, looked at it as an urban phenomenon. Even the slogan about the 1% who have so much and the 99% who have so much less is a bit of an urban concept to me, because while there are rich and poor in our rural communities, I don’t see the kind of tension that would spring up into a movement. The difference between rich and poor is only one of the differences we have to bridge in rural communities, and we are more likely to look at an urban/rural split. It’s not as if there are no issues to deal with in our region. Poverty is a massive issue around here, as is the fact of an ageing population, a lack of jobs, the decline in agriculture and the retail sector, drug and mental health issues, and much more. In any event the Occupy movement became all about encampments in cities throughout North America and with winter coming internal issues came up within the camps and eventually there was a series of evictions. Story over. Not quite. When Occupy left the city parks it found itself back where it had all started, on social media, mostly Facebook. Sometime in the fall Occupy Perth sprang up on Facebook and began to have a following. This led to a meeting in December, and this past Sunday the first General Assembly of Occupy Lanark was held at the atrium to Codes Mill in Perth. Occupy Lanark is very self-consciously concerned with rural issues. Among the 75 or so people at the meeting were a number from Frontenac County, leading to the possibility that the name may be changed at some point. It was not the most focused of meetings. Participants were encouraged to talk about whatever issues had brought them to the meeting and there was no attempt to narrow down the focus. It was almost like what it must have been like when the Lanark Landowners were formed, except on the left instead of the right. The landowners were unified in their opposition to the political system and to the regulatory environment The people at the Occupy Lanark General Assembly also expressed the feeling that the political system does not serve their interests. Rather than seeing themselves as an alternate political party, Occupy Lanark wants to be a social movement that is able to affect the policies of all the parties. At the meeting last Sunday, people brought some deeply held concerns forward, about food, the environment, rural transportation, rural healthcare and more, and they listened attentively to each other. Communication is a major focus. The opinion was expressed that the media has been unable to bring real issues forward and it is the job of Occupy to not only inform their membership, but the public as well about the root cause of social problems. There was even a proposal to start up an independent Occupy newspaper. This First General Assembly of Occupy Lanark was not about political strategy or finding an issue that will capture

public attention. It was more about making a start towards devoting a significant amount of collective energy towards working with existing groups and individuals who are already engaged in a variety of causes, and trying to help build a better rural community. If it all sounds a bit vague, hopeful and even naïve, that’s because it is. But that does not mean it will not find its way and that it will not have an impact over time. Occupy Lanark may go nowhere, but maybe it will go somewhere and have a social and political impact, although what that impact may be is probably beyond what anyone at the meeting last Sunday

can envision at this point. To learn about Occupy Lanark, go to Occupylanarkcounty.org or the Facebook group Occupy Lanark County.

Central Frontenac Council - continued from page 1 In an emotional statement at the tail end of his report on the last three months’ activity of his department, MacDonald, flanked by Deputy Fire Chiefs Art Cowdy and Bill Young, informed Council that he has been promoted to the full time job of deputy fire chief in his home fire department in Belleville, and will be resigning as fire chief in Central Frontenac. The township would be well served, Mark MacDonald offered, it he were replaced with an internal candidate. “I would endorse one of these two people who are sitting next to me,” MacDonald said. After thanking his department, the council, and the residents of the township for supporting him over the years, Mark MacDonald talked about what one of the Hinchinbrooke District firefighters said to him the first time he attended a meeting at the District 4 fire hall in Parham. “‘Are you going to stay long enough to have a cup of coffee?’ he asked me because at that point there had been three chiefs in a short period of time, and that stuck with me. I thought that this department deserved a longer term commitment than that and I think we have accomplished a lot in eight years.” Among the improvements that MacDonald referred to were new facilities and equipment (2 fire halls have been built and a number of new vehicles have been purchased), enhanced training, and a third element, working with the department to create the kind of atmosphere at the fire halls so that they became places that firefighters enjoy coming to for training and meetings. “I have no doubt that my experience here has been instrumental in me receiving a promotion to deputy chief in Belleville,” he said, “I received a great deal more here than I gave, and I will always be grateful for that.” Although he has tendered his letter of resignation, the exact date when Mark MacDonald will leave has yet to be determined.

Facilities review

Chief Building Official Jeremy Neven presented a 50-page report outlining the state of repair of the 22 buildings that the township owns, including major buildings such as the township office, fire halls, township halls and public works garages, and smaller structures such as change rooms at

ice rinks and the band shell at the Sharbot Lake beach. The report includes details about the type of construction employed in each structure, and heating and plumbing system details. It also includes the yearly heating and hydro costs associated with each facility as well as recommendations for repairs or upgrades that are required immediately, and within 2, 5 and 10 years. “In most cases what I recommend in the short run are what you might call ‘low hanging fruit’, measures such as putting in programmable setback thermostats that offer a quick payback of a year of so and will lead to savings in heating costs,” said Neven. As furnaces and water heaters are replaced, he said that more efficient systems would lead to savings in heat and hydro costs. The report also included charts that compare the cost per square foot of heating and hydro costs. Neven pointed out that the former Olden township office in Mountain Grove and the Mountain Grove rink change room have some of the highest costs per square foot to operate, as does the former township garage on Wagner Road near Sharbot Lake. The report does not include any recommendations regarding the long-term viability of the buildings, but the information it contains can be used by the township to consider mothballing some facilities during a strategic planning process that is slated to be completed by the end of this year.

Mayor facing challenge

After a presentation by Mike Procter about some of the new and returning events at this year’s upcoming Heritage Festival in late February, CAO Shawn Trépanier said he is willing to participate in the Polar Bear Plunge so long as a member of Council will do so as well. Councilor Jeff Matson said he would plunge as long as Mayor Gutowski agreed to be the rose between the two thorns, as it were. The mayor said she might, and as a public service, the News is offering a $100 challenge to other local businesses to match the amount on the condition that the so-called CF3 do indeed take the plunge. All proceeds from the plunge are going to the Youth Program of Northern Frontenac Community Services.

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ging out these funds and pursuing opportunities? Are we ready for opportunities? For example, the infrastructure funds that were available two years ago. Were we prepared? Did we need a bridge then? Did we need a new work centre? Did we request funds? No. We increased the size of the Township offices. Let’s have plans in place for a new work centre and when funds are available go get them. It scares me when I hear of projects with paybacks of 20 to 50 years! Capital should not be spent in this type of environment unless the payback is less than 12 months. Does this township work? Are there too many miles of roads with too few taxpayers? Do we need all the bureaucracy, structures, equipment and staff supported by 5,000 taxpayers? Do we need a new Township structure as in more amalgamation? The duplication throughout the area and Ontario is ludicrous. In terms of a solution, we need our politicians to table a plan that tackles the underlying issues of growth, increased revenues, fair taxation, support from other levels of government and the size and makeup of this township. This report should be tabled prior to next year’s budget and work should commence immediately. We need to task our politicians and staff to come to the table with plans for no more than a zero percent increase in their budgets. Focus on the big issues and spend time doing the right things and we and our children can all look forward to a bright future. Mark Montagano

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Central Frontenac budget dance ere we go again, the Central Frontenac budget dance. We need a 14% increase! The purpose? To soften us up for a 5-7% increase in taxes after a 5% increase last year! We can’t afford these increases year after year. It is simply unsustainable! The federal Conservatives asked departments to spend the year preparing budgets of 5% and 10% less. The provincial government has a major study under way to reduce the costs of providing services. Make no mistake, there will be cutbacks and layoffs at both the federal and provincial levels but we ask our department heads for their wish list! Should we not be providing direction to them in keeping with this environment - at least ask them to come up with plans based on a zero percent increase in their budgets? We need more revenue and not through increased tax rates. We need to ask some tough questions and formulate solutions. Are we friendly towards growth in this area? Development means increased tax revenues. You can keep raising taxes 5% a year and still go nowhere or you can increase revenues through growth and tax increases that are at or below the cost of living. Are all taxpayers paying their fair share? Some people are paying huge tax bills and others, through loopholes and subsidies, are paying next to nothing. We know this situation exists, but what are we doing to address it? Are we taking advantage of tax grants from all levels of government? Do we actively pursue these grants, or do we come across them by happenchance? Is someone in the Township or Council charged with dig-

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tion on Ardoch Lake. A developer has made an application to Frontenac County for what is called a “vacant land condominium” which is similar to a plan of subdivision, for 33 waterfront and 12 land-locked building lots on a 93.6 hectare (230 acre) parcel abutting Ardoch (Green) Lake. Frontenac County is responsible for Plan of Condominium approvals, and the county has announced that it has received a complete application for the project The proposal will now be subject

he previous Central Frontenac Public Works manger somehow convinced the council of the day that consolidating the Oso & Hinchinbrooke garages and the Olden & Kennebec garages by mothballing both Oso & Kennebec, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to double the size of the Olden & Hinchinbrooke garages to house the extra equipment, adding substantially to the time that road crews would spend on the highway driving back and forth to where they used to start from, wasting man hours and increasing wear & tear on equipment while drastically reducing the time actually spent plowing & maintaining township roads, was a smart thing to do. He then quit a few years later. Four members of that council are on the present council including the current mayor. Since then the Township has spent a further $845,000. on two Sand & Salt Enclosures for the Olden & Hinchinbrooke Public Works yards. The empty Oso & Kennebec garages are still standing and being heated and, to compound the absurdity, a $500,000. tin box fire station was built about a hundred feet away from the empty 5 bay Oso Garage. Jump ahead a few years and the new CF Public Works Manager Mike Richardson wants to purchase land and further consolidate the Township garages onto one site near Parham and, of course, mothball the other two garages. The original decision to amalgamate the garages made no sense economically and even less sense service wise, but the over $1 Million spent since then on construction additions dictates that they stay in service. It can be argued that the Hinchinbrooke yard was always poorly situated at the southern end of the township but that should have been obvious before they decided to spend $1/2 Million doubling the size of the garage and building a huge sand/salt enclosure on the property. The current inefficient arrangement already has men and equipment wasting countless hours running up and down the

highway and further consolidation of the garages is not going to improve that. Predictably it is Kennebec that will suffer the most if this new plan is implemented. The round trip from Parham to Arden for example, is 61 km, a long haul for heavy machinery, which plays nicely into Councilor Dewey’s equally ridiculous counter proposal to sell off the Township equipment and subcontract all of the Township road work. The present system has already led to a lot of subcontracting for winter roads maintenance with mixed results. It has been demonstrated elsewhere that when outside contractors completely take over Municipal Public Works services their price escalates in the 2nd and 3rd year, perceived savings quickly evaporate and by then there is no going back. Locally, a very thorough cost comparison between sub contracting and in-house pick up & delivery of solid waste & recyclables done in October 2007 for the CF Waste Management Committee by the former CAO showed a saving of $10,699./yr. for in-house over private sector. From a service perspective, sub contractors have no loyalty but to themselves when the inevitable unplanned “circumstances” threaten their bottom line. Public Works Dept. loyalty is, as it should be, to the taxpayer. Patrick Maloney

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• Recently, an analysis was done on Beethoven’s hair (its provenance was reliable) and was found to contain an extremely high level of lead. He lost his hearing at the age of 42, showed bipolar symptoms mentally and had life long abdominal pains. These problems can be attributed to too much lead in the body. • As our population ages, it’s quite possible you may see someone having a stroke. Since quick treatment is important to minimize long-term trauma, it’s important to recognize if a stroke is occurring. Ask three questions: 1) Can you raise your arms and keep them up? 2) Can you smile? 3) Can you speak a simple sentence? If a person has trouble doing any of these tasks, call 911 right away. • Brain cancer is often extremely hard to treat. When surgery is indicated, it is sometimes difficult to tell the cancer cells from regular cells in the brain. There’s a new drug called Gliolan which is taken a few hours before surgery. This drug will deposit in brain cells and of tumour cells and when a certain wave length of light is shone on the brain, the cancer cells glow red. It helps the surgeon immensely. It is currently not available in Canada. • The term “blood thinners” is used to describe anticoagulant drugs like warfarin. The drug doesn’t actually thin the blood. It works by slowing down the clotting mechanism in the blood so there is less danger of the formation of dangerous blood clots. • Anticoagulant drugs are life-saving drugs and our pharmacists will help you understand this drug and answer any question you may have about it.

Community Hall. Refreshments will be available. Admission is free. Proceeds to hall renovations. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. · Enjoy a Winter Wake Up Breakfast at Trinity United Church this Sat. Jan. 28, 9 - 11 a.m. Enjoy an old-fashioned homemade breakfast and chat with friends & neighbors. Scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, fried potatoes for only $5, plus your choice of tea, milk, juice, bagel, muffin or coffee for just $1 more. · The Bedford Country and Bluegrass Open Mic plays at the Bedford Hall, Sun. Jan. 29, 1-5 p.m. Open mike. Performers free, audience $1. Info at 613-374-2614 or 613-374-5477. · Bingo! The Verona Lions Club and the Knights of Columbus are co-hosting Bingo on Monday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. The doors and canteen open at 6 p.m. Early bird game starts at 6:50 p.m. The prizes for each of the 12 regular games are meat packages, valued at $25. Verona Lions Hall. · The Quilting Group will meet on Wed. Feb. 1, at Trinity United Church, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Anyone, including beginners, is welcome to join the group. They have lots of patterns and ideas and there are always people to help. For more information, call Ann McDougall at 613-374-2516. · Verona Diners Club for adults, ages 55 plus, will be held Wed. Feb. 1. The program provides full-course meals with the flexibility to meet varying dietary needs. For a cost of $11 per person, this is a great opportunity to enjoy a wonderful meal, meet new & old friends, enjoy local talent, and learn what's up in our community. Noon at the Verona Lions Hall. Reservations are required. Call 613-376-6477, Rural Visions. · Play euchre on Thurs. Feb. 2. Lunch is at noon; euchre at 1 p.m. Cash prizes and lunch all included for $2. Bellrock Community Centre. For more information, call Nancy Wagar at 613-358-2368 or Tillie Koshowski at 613-374-2850.

MOUNTAIN GROVE Marilyn Meeks

613-335-4531 email: marilynarchie@sympatico.ca

· Sympathy to the family of Thelma Clow, beloved wife of Jim. She was a great lady and will be missed. · Sympathy also to the family of Roger Bauder who passed away recently. · The next union service of the United Church will be held on January 29 at 10 a.m. in Mountain Grove Please note the time change. · Happy Birthday to Barbie Matson, Josh Matson, Arthur Goodfellow, Glen Howes, Gordon Willett, Bonnie Brown, Roseanne Brown, Willard Brown, Frances Crawford, Richard Webster, Kathleen Goodfellow, Will Brown, Breanna Burt, Lindsay Brown. · Thinking of Barbie Matson, Tom Wilson, Scott Cowdy, Sylvia Powers, Marj Swain, Jackie Davis, Rick Belwa. · Happy Anniversary to Jeff and Lisa Matson - 27 years.

ARDEN

Joan Moore

613-335-2015 pinky24247@yahoo.ca

· Get well wishes to Martin Hoogsteen and Barbra Matson. We wish them the best. · Karaoke is at Arden Legion, Friday, 8 to 11 p.m. · Don't forget the Snowmobile Run, which starts at the Legion in Arden. Register 9:30 to 11 a.m. Run from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Freewill Breakfast - peameal on a bun, coffee or

january 26, 2012 orange juice. Freewill evening meal - spaghetti dinner, garlic bread and salad. · February 11 – Fishing Derby on Big Clear Lake. $10 for derby; $15 for derby & dinner; $20 for derby, dinner & dance. Dance alone is $7, followed by fish fry. Open to everyone.

DENBIGH Alice Madigan

613-333-9542 ali-cj.madigan@sympatico.ca

· Denbigh Euchre Night is on Friday, January 27 at the Denbigh Township Hall starting at 7 p.m. sharp! · The Denbigh Recreation Committee is having a Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery Dinner party on Saturday, February 18. Only 60 tickets are being sold for this event and are available as of Wednesday, February 1. Contact me for tickets and further info. · Upcoming events for February are Denbigh Diners Club on Mon. Feb. 6; Lions Club Bingo on Tues. Feb. 7 & 21; Music-in-the-Hall on Sun. Feb. 12; Denbigh Euchre on Friday 10 & 24; Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery Dinner party on Sat. Feb. 18; and Family Fun Day sponsored by the Denbigh Recreation Committee on Sat. Feb. 25. Lots of fun going on in February for everyone!

HENDERSON

Jean Brown 613-336-2516 Georgina Wathen 613-336-9641 · Great to see Lionel Grimard of Harlowe playing music at Arbour Heights and Plevna - Jack's Jam, and with Bill and June (Grimard) White. Glad you are feeling so improved Lionel. · Joanne Robertson of Kingston visited area family in Henderson and reports a wonderful return to health. · Special thinking of you to the family and friends of the late Betty Lou Young of Harlowe who died this past week. She was a special gift from God and will be remembered fondly for her optimism, sense of humour, and faith. She touched many lives and was a good role model of independence. · This Sunday, January 29, all three United churches will converge at the Mountain Grove site for a union service at 10 a.m. to which all are welcome. Just think of the heat that will be spared by heating one church and the spiritual heat that will be generated by such a large gathering.

MISSISSIPPI Pearl Killingbeck

613-278-2127

· What a wonderful evening at the Elphin Church hall on Saturday. The Haggis was piped in by Ron Bruce of Carleton Place. There was a toast to the Haggis, and one to the Queen; then 96 people sat down to a wonderful roast beef supper with Haggis and desserts – tables of them! After supper we were entertained by Graeme Crabb and Edge with Jeff Earl and Ann Savage, also our own Linda Russell on organ and Beryl Stott on flute - beautiful music. Thanks to everyone who helped put on this beautiful evening. Special thanks to Isobel Graham who looked after the Haggis, and entertainment (I think). Thanks, ladies, for the wonderful meal. Everything was excellent. Tip of the hat to you all. · Sympathy from the community to George Clement and all

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the Clement family. · Don’t forget the regular breakfast at the Snow Road Snowmobile Club on Saturday, Jan. 28, 8 – 11 a.m. See you there! The club will have a fundraiser Bingo on Sat. Feb. 4. Supper – Cheeseburger Pie. 4:30 – 6 p.m. $9. Come and eat, and reserve your seat for Bingo. Early bird game 6:45 p.m. sharp. Regular Bingo starts at 6:55. · Smile – Count your age by friends, not years; count your life by smiles, not tears!

CLOYNE / NORTHBROOK Marion Collier

613-336-3223

· Happy Birthday to Jack Scott who will be 80 years young. · There will be a Euchre Tournament on Friday, January 27, 7 p.m. at the Northbrook Lions Hall. Call Verna 613-3368682 or Muriel 613-336-2674 for information. The tournament is sponsored by the Golden Sunset Seniors. · A Community Policing meeting will be held on Tuesday Jan. 31 at 7 pm at the Flinton Rec. Centre. Everyone is welcome.

OMPAH

Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com

613-479-2570

· This is a reminder of the important joint meeting of the Ompah and Plevna United Church congregations this Sunday at the manse in Plevna, following a short service. All who value the local presence of the United Church are invited to attend.

PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele Christine Teal

613-375-6219 613-375-6525 mrsteal2u@hotmail.com

· Condolences to the family of the late Thelma Clow, a remarkable woman who touched the lives of so many in the area. · Condolences also to the family of the late Roger Bauder of Verona. Some of us may have bought a vehicle from him in the past. He was also involved with the Verona Merchants Ball team when it was formed. · Thinking of you to Sarah Burke and Jesse Teal’s infant son Remington, Lyn McCullough, Wayne Lowery, and Steven Steele. · Birthday wishes to Sage Dupuis, Debbie Green, Philip Fox, Jackson Crain, and Henry Meulenaar. · On Jan. 28 Parham Free Methodist Church is hosting a special gospel sing with Crimson River at 7 pm. · Don’t forget the Relay for Life Kick off on Saturday Feb. 4 at the Sharbot Lake Legion….rumour has it the Legion is going to be serving up breakfast – yummy!!! There is still time to register your team to be in on some draws to receive special perks the night of relay…won’t the others be jealous!!! · There will be a volleyball tournament on Saturday, February 11, at Sharbot Lake High School, $10 per player, 8 players minimum per team. It is a co-ed tournament, and there must be two girls on court at all times. Anyone interested in putting a team in needs to contact Tina at 613-375-8152. Only looking for eight teams. There will be a canteen going all day also as part of the fundraiser. Proceeds to year-end trip to Niagara Falls.

bers from Ottawa, Amherstview, Bedford, Toronto, Plevna, and Stirling converged in Kingston, along with friends and neighbours from home. All sorts of blue grass country music was featured, along with visiting, munching away, dancing, and enjoying the music that family had learned over the years in Alma's Plevna kitchen, after, of course, doing all their chores. · United Church parishioners arrived at the manse Sunday morning for the service (delayed by weather the week before), only to find that the furnace had gone out and the water system had frozen. However, this coming Sunday’s congregational meeting (January 29) will go ahead as planned, at the manse, after a short service there at 10 am. If you feel the United Church (l-r) Rob Tebworth, Murray White, Alma White and Bill White at Arbour Heights Nursing Home should be in this area in some in Kingston helping Alma celebrate her 95th birthday. form, please attend the meeting. · Plevna Joke of the Week: Becca “What did the snowman · Thank you to everyone who attended the last Jack’s JAM! order from the local restaurant?” Jason “An Ice-berger!” A wonderful time was had by all!

MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula

613-325-1354 karenprytula33@gmail.com

· The Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall will host a Music Jam and Community Potluck on Sunday, February 5. Music is from 1 to 5 p.m., with the potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome! Come out to enjoy an afternoon of music and dancing, come for the potluck dinner or enjoy both with friends and neighbours. Children welcome. Information: Glenn Russell, 613-273-2571. · Tuesdays at 7:30 pm at the ABC Hall is Euchre (with prizes), hosted by the Seniors Club. Call Norma, 613-273-2580. · Foley Mountain Conservation Area is hosting several snowshoeing adventures this winter. A six-session course that runs on Thursdays is already underway, and a Family Snowshoeing Day is planned for Saturday, February 11 ($15 per adult; $10 child; family $40), 10-11:30am and 1:30-3pm. Contact Rebecca Whitman at 613-273-3255 or rebecca. whitman@rvca.ca for more information.

Kelly Calthorpe

613-372-1655 kdcalthorpe@sympatico.ca

· Shaku Family Martial Arts is holding an Open House this Sunday, January 29, from 1pm until 3pm at the S & A Hall in Harrowsmith. They have some new classes beginning soon and this is a great opportunity for the family to be physically

Circle Square Ranch, Arden February 14, 6PM

*Roast Beef Dinner *Door Prizes $30/couple Tickets: 613-335-5403 or arden@csranch.ca All proceeds to new building.

Can John McEwen play a guitar & sing a song? Bell Rock Community Hall Sundays, 1 - 3:30 starting Jan. 22 - Feb 26 Free admission - Expensive coffee. No politics and no new country. Proceeds for hall improvements.

North Frontenac

Job Posting Manager of Supports and Services Community Living - North Frontenac is inviting applications for the position of Manager Community Supports and Services. Reporting to the Executive Director and as part of the management team, the Manager, Community Supports and Services will provide leadership and direction to ensure quality supports and services are delivered in accordance with Community Living - North Frontenac’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.

613-479-2797

· On Jan 21, Alma White of Plevna was honoured by her family with a surprise birthday party that was a real country hoe-down extravaganza. Members of White Pine, the Tebworth Family of Stirling, plus a myriad of family mem-

Valentine’s Day Dinner

active together. For more information call 613-389-0399 (see also the ad on page 16. · Another PA Day for the children is just around the corner on Friday, Feb. 3 and St. Paul’s United Church will be hosting another of their PA Adventure Days with the theme “Frosty Adventure”. The children will create winter-theme crafts and (weather permitting) enjoy some outdoor winter games. The adventure is from 10am until 2pm and the cost is $3/child with lunch included. Children under four years of age must be accompanied by an adult. For more information and to register, please call Marni at 613-374-9929. · Love is in the air as the Harrowsmith Public School Parent School Council makes preparations for the Valentines Day Dance they will be hosting on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Golden Links Hall. There will be dancing from 8pm until 1am, a DJ, midnight buffet and door prizes. Tickets are $10 each, available at the door or from Cindy at 613-372-1633; gmom. ryan5@gmail.com. All proceeds are to support Harrowsmith Public School. Please note that this is a licensed event and all attendees must be 19 years or older.

HARROWSMITH

PLEVNA Katie Ohlke ohlkek@limestone.on.ca

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Jack’s Jam melts away the winter chill in Plevna

ounded almost five years ago by longtime Ardoch musicians Jack and Lois Weber, Jack’s Jam, a free live music event and potluck hootenanny that takes place every third Saturday of the month from September to May at the Clar-Mill hall in Plevna, attracts a large crowd. On January 21, close to 100 music lovers and players from near and far, including some from as far away as Tweed and Brockville, gathered for an afternoon and evening of good old-fashioned heart-felt country and bluegrass music and a sumptuous potluck meal. The jam’s regular house band, known affectionately as the “The Over the Hill Gang”, includes Jack Weber on guitar/banjo/vocals, Lois Weber on bass/vocals, Hugh MacDonald on fiddle, Roger Hermer on guitar/ bass/vocals, Vern Martyn on drums, and Vie McInnes on piano. They offer up their impressive repertoire of favorites but are happy to accompany any jammers who also want their moment in the spotlight. Like all well-mannered players, they will also gracefully bow out to let others accompany their friends. Guests who attend are welcomed at the door by Karen Hermer, who makes up a list of musicians wanting to play and on Saturday her list went up to 20, not unusual at this popular event. Jack’s Jam began when Lois Weber, Jack’s wife, years back identified a need for more opportunities for members of the community to get together to play and listen to music. She was inspired by musical evenings that used to take place at Ed's Place, an Ardoch restaurant owned by Ed Schlievert from 1996-2005. It just so happens that Ed now volunteers regularly at Jack’s Jams as the kitchen manager. Lois said, “At that time we used to have people into our basement at home to play but there was not enough room to invite others to just come and listen. So when I saw a group of ladies playing cards and listening to the music at Ed's Place on one of his music nights, I came home and suggested to Jack that we should see if we could rent the hall.” The rest, as they say, is history and the

event continues to be a popular draw for both local and area musicians and members of the community of all ages. The beauty of any jam, and Jack’s in particular, is that not only do visitors get to hear the repertoire of local players and dance on the hardwood floor, they are also introduced to a wide variety of players from near and far. That was the case on Saturday when Kathy Whalen of Tweed, a long-time musician with the Land O'Lake Cruisers, a band she's played in since 1968, got up and played. Whalen and five friends made the trip to Plevna from Tweed after hearing about the event through a friend. “I have never been to Plevna. I wanted to come and check it out and of course had to get up and play a few songs”, she said. Whalen took to the stage and strummed a few classic instrumental oldies on her strum stick, a handmade three-stringed instrument she picked up in Dolly Parton's theme park, Dollywood, in Tennessee when she visited there recently. Among the pieces she played to a very appreciative crowd were “Soldier's Joy” and “Comin' Round the Mountain”. Gilbert Riddell of Sharbot Lake has recently started attending the Jack’s Jam along with Guy Cooke and others who decided to come out after hearing of the good time. Jack and Lois will be continuing to play and attend the jam, but due to illness have

january 26, 2012 by Julie Druker

Jack and Lois Weber (just left of center), founders of Jack’s Jam in Plevna, with members of the Over the Hill Gang house jam band and other players recently decided to pass over the organizing duties to Roger and Karen Hermer, who will ensure that event continues on. The next jam takes place on Saturday

February 18 from 2 to 9 p.m. Non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased and guests are invited to bring a potluck dish for dinner, which takes place at 5 p.m.

Drew Cumpson fundraiser huge success Submitted by Vicki Veldman n May 2011, Drew Cumpson, a Sydenham High School alumnus who comes from the Westport Road area, suffered a serious accident while volunteering in Peru, which left him a quadriplegic. Drew was enrolled in Guelph University’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the time of the accident, and on January 20, the school held a fundraising dinner for him. Michelle Chan, HTMSA's Director of Charitable Events, reports that the fundraiser, “Keep Fighting Keep Smiling”, was an absolute success! “Two hundred and fifty guests

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of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Macdonald Stewart Hall, 50 Stone Road East, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1. Michelle can be reached at 226-979-6739 or mchan03@ uoguelph.ca Sydenham High School Student Council is also planning a fundraiser for Drew as well. “Desserts for Drew” is open to the public and will be held on Friday, February 10, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Sydenham High School. A plate full of desserts will cost $5 and donations will be accepted. For further information contact Sydenham High School at 613-376-3612. Note: Our January 12 article on Drew said that HTMSA was going to set up a PayPal online donation option; however, that has There are still a few more weeks of winter left, no matter what the groundhog says, proved to be too expensive and MERA has lots of activities to help you keep in shape physically and creatively. and will not be set up. Check out these MERA workshops and classes:

attended with many more present in spirit. The highlight of the evening was a Skype session with Drew. His smile sparked smiles on all faces, as usual and the amount of love felt in the room was incredible. We are happy to inform you that we are at $28805 and counting! The extra money raised will be put towards additional machines that Drew needs” Anyone still wanting to donate to this great cause may send a cheque made out to "HTMSA" or "Hospitality and Tourism Management Student Association" with "Drew" in the memo line to: Michelle Chan, c/o School

Let MERA Help You Stop the Winter Blues

The Many Faces and Fascinating Scandalous History of the Mandolin, Sunday February 12, 1-4pm . An introduction to the mandolin and its history in bluegrass, Celtic, jazz, old-timey country, folk and classical music. Screenwriting, Saturday and Sunday February 18 and 19, at McMartin House, Perth Learn from professional screenwriter and teacher Tom Shoebridge how to turn your ideas into film, TV or new media scripts. Shiatsu Massage for Health, Sunday, March 4, 10am-4pm Catherine Smith will introduce you to Japanese Shiatsu, that helps improve health. Wire Gem tree Sculpture, Saturday, March 10 10am-2pm Cindy Hannah guides you in making a sculpture to show off old jewelry or new gems. MERA features three movement series for kids and adults: Dance for the Joy Of It on Monday evenings, Dance and Movement for Children on Tuesday evenings in February and Hatha Yoga classes starting February 2nd. And if you’re not traveling this winter, why not check out Around the World on a Dinner Plate, MERA’s popular international dinner series. Friday, January 27. A Scottish meal with all the trimmings. Join in Scottish dancing after dinner. Friday, February 10. Food from the far North of Canada. Friday, March 2. India comes to McDonald’s Corners. MERA Friday, March 9. A touch of Spain. THE SCHOOLHOUSE

Friday, March 23. Polish night. All dinners start at 6pm. Please be sure to book ahead, as seating is limited. Activities are at the MERA Schoolhouse in McDonald’s Corners, unless otherwise noted. For more information check What’s the Buzz on the MERA website www.meraschoolhouse.org To book a workshop, a dinner or a class, e-mail meraschoolhouse@bell.net or call 613 278 0388. McDonalds Corners-Elphin Recreation & Arts

OPP reportS

Man injured working in bush

(Tay Valley Township) Lanark OPP officers were called to assist other Emergency Services Personnel when a man was injured working in the bush in the area of Bathurst 9th Concession on Monday January 23. Police were notified at about 10:41am and the officers met EMS and members of the BBDE Fire Service at the scene, which was approximately 15 minutes walk into the bush. A seriously injured 19-yearold man from Perth was taken to Ottawa hospital. The Ministry of Labour is conducting an investigation and there is no ongoing police investigation.

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Fists and noses and property standards in CF O

n Jan. 18, Kennebec hall in Arden was the location of the first of two public meetings to be held by the Township of Central Frontenac on a proposed new property standards bylaw. Chief Building Officer Jeremy Neven outlined what amounts to be the three possible options for council to consider regarding property standards. The first option is to leave things just as the way they are. This option would leave in place the township’s current Safe Properties By-Law # 2000-81, which addresses issues of public safety and health through regulations that address primarily exterior property issues including, but not limited to: garbage, excessive grass and weed growth, timber and building materials, scrap metal including wrecked cars, appliances, trailers, as well as combustible, caustic, flammable and explosive materials. The bylaw also addresses dangerous pits, precipices and excavations found on properties, along with dilapidated buildings, fences, retaining walls and/or potions thereof. This current bylaw is enforced by the municipality’s bylaw enforcement officer Ken Gilpin and it remains outside the jurisdiction of the authority of the Ontario Building Code. Neven said that the township is in no way inundated with complaints regarding property standards at this time. Neven then listed issues such as “roofing, siding”, and other “general maintenance issues”, as well as a plethora of issues pertaining to the interiors of buildings, which the current Safe Properties By-Law does not address. One alternative that Neven said the township could consider would be to pass a Property Standards Bylaw that would be more comprehensive than the Safe Properties bylaw. One slide in Neven's presentation highlighted a major difference that a Property Standards bylaw would bring. The current Safe Properties By-Law is established under the Municipal Act and allows for provisions relating primarily to exteriors of property and safety, whereas a Property Standards By-Law allows for provisions relating to maintenance and occupancy. Neven explained that property standards by-laws provide standards for “the maintenance and occupancy of property within the municipality or within any defined area or areas” and have the power to “prohibit the occupancy or use of such a property that does not conform with the standards”. In addition to this, they are enforced specifically under the Ontario Building Code Act 15.1 (3)(1). Neven described how the process of enforcement of a Property Standards By-Law would work. “It would be a complaint-driven process, meaning that a complaint would come into the municipal office and be assessed by a specially appointed board or committee set up specifically for this purpose. The committee would then talk to the property owner and if an order needed to be issued it would be ordered from the building department of the township. The property owner could then either chose to comply with the order or could appeal it.” Because a Property Standards By-Law would be building code related, Neven said that an appeal could effectively make its way all the way up to the Ontario Municipal Board. One member of the audience then asked Neven, “If the owner refused to comply with an issued order, what are the

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municipality’s powers?” Neven responded, “We would have the authority then to correct the situation ourselves...and charge the expense to the owner in back taxes.” Neven brought with him two examples of how two different area municipalities have dealt with property standards. One, from of the municipality of Bancroft, is a full-fledged Property Standards By Law, and the other, from Gananoque, is in essence an updated Safe Properties By-Law. Some audience members at the meeting thought that a new property standards bylaw could end up being a highly restrictive document, which could also prove to be both too difficult and too expensive for Jeremy Neven leads the meeting the township to enforce, and they felt this middle way might be the best way to go. site (Centralfrontenac.com). Interested parties can fill it out Arden resident Sarah Hale spoke in favor of the more online. The site also contains detailed information about moderate approach. the current bylaw. (#2000-81) “It's not a good idea to have a lot of laws that you don't Bancroft's Property Standards by-law can be found at intend to enforce,” she said, “but on the other hand a lot of www.town.bancroft.on.ca and Gananoque's Safe Buildings us are hoping and wanting to do what we want on our own By-Law can be found at www.gananoque.ca property. “That being said, there is that old familiar statement that says 'Your right to do what you want with your fist ends MAINTENANCE WORKER where my nose begins’. Often our noses are literally afPINE MEADOW NURSING HOME fected by what happens on the property next door to us. So for that reason, I'm in favor of looking at what we have Applications are invited for the full time position of now, looking at what other standards we really need and Maintenance Worker at our facility located in Northbrook, can enforce, and adding some new regulations to what we Ontario. already have if we need them. The struggle here is findReporting to the Administrator, the Maintenance Worker ing the amount of enforcement we need and the amount of performs general, routine maintenance and servicing opfreedom that we would all like.” erations throughout the facility, reports unsafe conditions/ A second meeting took place at the Oso Hall in Sharbot situations in accordance with applicable codes and reguLake last night (Wednesday January 25th – after this issue had gone to print) lations and as directed. At the Arden meeting Neven distributed a survey regardRESPONSIBILITIES ing the issue, which is also posted on the township’s web1. Performs a variety of routine maintenance, servicing and repair operations to maintain facility, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds in proper condition. 2. Observes and monitors all areas of the facility for ongoing maintenance requirements and carries out repairs as required. Documents and implements the For your Open preventative maintenance programs. Maintains ad Family hair care Tuesday to Friday 9 - 5 equate inventory of tools and spare parts.  Ear piercing Thursday evening by appt. 3. Performs mechanical maintenance and repairs to Saturday 9-1  Basic manicures equipment such as replacing drive belts, lubricating Appointment not always motors and hinges, repairs to heating and ventilation Donna Virgin necessary systems, repairs to kitchen and laundry equipment, Mississippi Station repairs to beds, chairs, tables etc. 4. Performs general maintenance and repairs to plumbCall for an appointment: 613-278-2196 ing and electrical systems such as replacing water valves, clearing drains and removing stoppages, repairing or replacing fixtures, replacing switches, replacing fuses and light bulbs, repairing Emergency Nurse Call and Fire Alarm Systems 5. Performs general carpentry work and repairs such as installing floor and wall tiles, repairing drywall, replacing doors and door hardware, repairing roof leaks, painting, installing wallpaper and other redecorating tasks. 6. Following approval, refers problems requiring specialized work such as electrical or plumbing, to outside contractors and monitors work performed; provides general assistance to skilled trade persons such as mechanics, electricians, carpenters, plumbers, etc. as required. 7. Adheres to established policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.

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Getting ready for the 2012 Sharbot Lake Snow Drags can accommodate most types of snow machines. On Sunday Jan. 22 Dennis Scott and his team of volunteers were busy measuring out the two race lanes, each of which is 20 feet wide and 660 feet long. A backhoe idling at the beach was being used to place snow near the lake entrance so that additional trucks can later drive out onto the lake to pack and move snow around in preparation for race day. Last year’s event attracted close to 150 riders and organizers this year are hoping to beat that and get 200 riders out. There will be trophy prizes for the 1st and 2nd place winners in each class, and following the races there will be a trophy presentation at The Crossing Pub at the Sharbot Lake Country Inn beginning at

Dennis Scott and his team of volunteers prepare the track

team of volunteers was out in full force on Sharbot Lake at Oso beach recently, armed with reflective pylons, measuring tape and ice augers to set up the course for the Sharbot Lake Snow Drags. The races are scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 11. The event, which is organized by members of the Oso District 3 Recreation Committee, was reborn last year after a hiatus of several years. It is a popular winter event that attracts riders from near and far looking to test their metal against the clock. Some of the snow machines can reach speeds of up to 100km /hour. The event includes various classes for riders of all ages and new this year is an open class that

approximately 5 p.m. The Sharbot Lake and District Lions will be setting up a canteen at the beach where participants and spectators can purchase beverages, snacks and a meal. Meanwhile, back on the ice, Dennis reported that auger samples taken by the group showed the ice at a thickness of about 12 inches, which he said was “better than last year at this time.” That was on Sunday, prior to the recent bout of rain and warm temperatures. Scott said he's hoping for 18 inches by race day but added that the drags could still run at 14 inches and meet the

Relay for Life Kick- off Feb. 4!!

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chance to be "The Ultimate Relay for Life team". Plus, five other teams that register that day will also have the chance to win some "special perks" for their team the night of Relay. Last year we celebrated with 50 Survivors; this year we would like to celebrate with even more! If you know a cancer survivor who would like to celebrate their victory they can also register at the kick off. Luminary forms may be purchased for the wonderful Luminary ceremony at 10 pm on Relay night. Learn some facts from Relay's past. How much has our area raised in previous Relays? Everyone is welcome, snacks and drinks will be provided. See you 10am - 2pm at the Sharbot Lake Legion. Breakfast will be available for $7. For more information contact Lesley Merrigan, at lesleysmith181@hotmail.com. The Ompah Girls team at last year’s Relay

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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC $100.00 REWARD – TOWNSHIP MOTTO Council is seeking your suggestion for a Township Motto. The motto is to be a short descriptive or inspirational saying but must be no longer than 25 characters in length. Contest is open to all residents of South Frontenac. Suggestions must be received by 5:00 pm March 1, 2012. Submit your suggestion to admin@township.southfrontenac.on.ca or by regular mail. Include your name address and phone number. See our website for full details.

FEBRUARY COUNCIL MEETINGS Tuesday, February 7th – Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, February 14th – Committee of the Whole Tuesday, February 21st - Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, February 28th – Committee of the Whole Please note that these meeting will be held in the Community Room of the Sydenham Library as Council Chambers and administration offices will be undergoing renovations.

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Former SLHS student shares career success

Photo courtesy of Miranda Malisano, left, with Marilyn Denis on Marilyn’s TV show

iranda Malisani (Tallon), who graduated from Sharbot Lake High School in 2000, recently landed a job as one of 15 experts on the popular national CTV daytime television show, The Marilyn Denis Show. On Jan. 20, Miranda shared some of the steps that led to her career success with students at her old high school. In a Skype interview from her home in Toronto with grade 10

students in Mr. McCullough’s Civics/Careers Class, Miranda first outlined her education. After graduating from SLHS she studied broadcast journalism at Ryerson University and graduated from the program in 2004. She then landed a job as a production assistant working for the Gemini Awards and after that managed the office at the Toronto Naturopathic Clinic where she also co-wrote

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a health column for 24 Hours, a free daily newspaper owned by the Toronto Sun. Her love of the subjects of nutrition and health eventually led her back to school and she studied at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and at the Edison Institute for Nutrition. In order to pay off her earlier school debt she worked while studying as an events planner. After marriage and the birth of her son, who is now 2 years old, she took maternity leave and set up her own business called Live Light Nutrition (livelightnutrition. com) which she still operates today. It was around this time that she became aware that Marilyn Denis was looking for a number of lifestyle experts to do segments on her new show. On a whim Miranda sent in an application with a photo. She later found out that 3500 people had applied for the job in person. She received a call back and though she was not initially chosen as one of the 15 experts, the show directors asked to her pitch six ideas. They liked her and what she pitched, and that led to her doing five segments for Marilyn’s first season, after which she landed a job as the nutrition expert on the show. Miranda definitely has come a long way from her first summer jobs. As student at SLHS she worked as part of the mainte-

nance crew at Sharbot Lake Provincial Park, scooped ice cream, and cleaned cottages in Plevna. It is no wonder that Miranda had lots of great advice to share with the grade 10 students. “I told them that every step that they take in life will help them to find their way, whether it helps them to become a better a team player or encourages them to think more creatively,” Miranda said when interviewed by phone. “I also told them that they'll know when they are doing something that they truly love because it doesn't feel like work at all.” She continued, “I have been extremely lucky. I had two loves, one for broadcasting and the other for health and nutrition and how I have been able to do both. I have the firm belief that when you are doing something that is true to yourself it brings with it a passion and an authenticity that others recognize. It is this amazing positive energy that comes as a result, which is what can make you truly successful.” Some other pieces of advice for the students were: “Don't let your peers dictate your choices and the courses you may chose to take. Do things that you yourself feel strongly about and remember to try new things but to also follow your heart.” That’s not just good advice for students but for everyone. For more information about Miranda’s business visit livelightnutrition.com where you can also see clips of her segments on the Marilyn Denis Show

Rockin’ the hall in Bellrock by Julie Druker usic lovers, especially those of classic rock, folk, old country and blues, have a new, free Sunday venue to add to their list. Local troubadour and long-time Bellrock resident John McEwen has decided to bring his talents to the newly constructed stage at the Bellrock Community Hall every Sunday from 1:30-3:30 PM from now until February 26 to benefit the improvements to the hall. January 22 was his inaugural performance and joining him onstage was piano player Collin Bowe, owner of Verona Computer. The two maintained a casual, easy and open dialogue as they progressed through a number of favorite classic rock and blues numbers. John began the first set with Alice Cooper’s “Eighteen”, proving he has a voice that can do almost anything and that everything he does he does well. Add to that his quick and nimble guitar fingers, which together

prove that this guy (who is much more appealing in person that the caricature in his ad on page 5 might suggest) has been around for a while. He is also someone who loves to get to know the audience almost as much as he loves to sing and play. John, who has been playing guitar since he was a kid, has an eclectic taste in tunes and he shared that love playing a number of Dylan tunes and Stones songs. Though Collin did not “know” a lot of the songs, his prowess allowed him to tinkle away on the white upright quite comfortably and he was more than happy to go it alone when John stepped off the stage a couple of times. The duo covered Costello Angle’s “Want to Wear My Red Shoes”, Stevie Ray Vaughn's “Pride and Joy”, and also took a number of requests from the crowd, which though a small one was more than enthusiastic. If you have a chance check John out- it’s

North & Central Frontenac Recreation & Activity Guide If you, or your organization, offer recreational activities or events in Addington Highlands, North or Central Frontenac Townships, you are eligible for a free listing in the North & Central Frontenac Recreation Guide to be published in April 2012 by the Northern Rural Youth Partnership. Some examples: exercise or yoga classes, line dancing, dropins, euchres, dances, jamborees, music festivals, clubs, etc. * Note: if your activity has been listed in previous years, and you have not already contacted us this year, please contact us to confirm that your listing is still active. Email your listing to nfnews@frontenac.net or call for advertising details: 613-279-3150

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Collin (left) and John worth the trip to Bellrock. In lieu of the free admission John is happy to accept dona-

tions for the ongoing renovations taking place at the hall, the latest of which concern the women’s washroom.

New Year’s resolutions for gardeners by Dale Odorizzi, Master Gardeners of Lanark County

s the new year begins, many of us make resolutions as to how we can improve our lives and our health. This is also a good time to make resolutions about how we can improve our gardens. I have included some areas you can consider and different levels of “resolutions” you might want to consider. Garden Rehabilitation—This year I vow to (a) review the notes I made in my Gardening Journal about plants that need dividing and areas or times of years that need a boost and act on those actions; (b) make notes during the gardening season about plants that need dividing or about areas I would like to improve on next year; (c) cut back the weeds that have grown taller than my plants. Compost—this year I vow to (a) add organic material to my existing compost pile and turn the pile two times a month; (b) build a compost pile, using my kitchen waste and organic materials from my garden; (c) buy a bag of compost and put it around my peonies and delphiniums. Learning—this year I vow to (a) enrol in a gardening course; (b) join the local Horticultural Society and attend the meetings; (c) call or visit a Master Gardener about one of your gardening questions.

Reading—this year I vow to (a) buy and read a new gardening book or subscribe to a gardening magazine; (b) borrow and read a gardening book or magazine from the local library; (c) buy and read one gardening magazine. Nature—this year I vow to (a) obtain Canadian Wildlife Backyard Habitat Certification for my garden; (b) plant bird or butterfly friendly plants in my garden; (c) accept that you need caterpillars to get butterflies. Lawns—this year I vow to (a) replace some of my lawn with flower or vegetable gardens; (b) learn non-chemical methods for maintaining my lawn; (c) embrace the fact that weeds in my lawn help to keep it green in the summer, can be pretty when they bloom and are butterfly and bird attractors. Vegetables—this year I vow to (a) grow a good portion of my own vegetables; (b) plant a few vegetables in containers; (c) visit the local farmers’ markets often to buy local produce. Regardless of how many or what level of these resolutions you wish to embrace, there is one resolution that I hope all gardeners will make and keep. I vow to enjoy my garden and feel proud of what I have done and not feel inadequate for what I have not yet done. Happy New Year and Happy Gardening from the Master Gardeners. For any gardening queries, please call Ankaret Dean at 613-278-1203, email us at lanarkmg@gmail. com or visit our website at www.lanarkmastergardeners.mgoi.ca..

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Deer rescue adventure G

rowing up in the Grant household, you soon found out that our father, Eythel, is an outdoors person. He loves to fish, hunt and trap. This is well known to the people who live in the Denbigh area. We, Eythel’s children, still go out with him to do all of these things. It is our way of spending time with him and seeing him do the things he loves. I’m Eythel’s eldest daughter, and recently on a day off, I thought I would go with Dad to check his traps, like I used to do growing up. Away we went to check some fisher traps up west of Ashby Lake. We had nothing but sprung traps. Then Dad said he wanted to go to a nearby beaver pond to check for signs of beaver. As we got closer to the pond we noticed signs of deer but they were from a few days earlier. We were approaching the pond when I saw a deer out on the pond. I tapped Dad on the arm and pointed at the deer. As we walked closer we saw that the deer had fallen through the ice into the water

THE FRONTENAC NEWS by Shawna Brooks and couldn’t get out. We were at this point very close to the deer, which was very tired and did not have much movement. Dad said he thought it had been in the water for a day or two! We talked it over to see how we could get the animal out of the water. First dad said we had to find a pole to help check the ice and to keep the deer in one area. We got the deer where we could get hold of her then dad grabbed hold of her ears (the only thing we could reach). She blatted quite a bit - I said to Dad, “You would blat too if somebody was pulling you by the ears.” We kept pulling and Dad got her high enough for me to grab her one hoof and help him pull her out. I had my cell phone with me and took

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several pictures of dad and the deer. Dad was like a kid in a candy store. He was so excited and wanted me to take his picture petting the deer! Dad patted her fur coat the full length to get some of the water out of her coat. Eventually he helped her to stand up but then she fell down again. She didn’t have much strength left. We didn’t think she would survive the hypothermia or the wolves that were sure to come later. Dad was worried that the wolves would attack her that night. We pulled her away from the hole, hoping that she wouldn’t fall in again. When we left her, she was standing up and watched us walk away. The next day Dad and my nephew Corey went to check on the deer. They took some hay to feed her and maybe use as bedding for her. But when they got to the pond, she was gone. They followed her footprints to the shore but they couldn’t see her footprints any more and there was no sign of her. Hopefully the deer survived! This was an amazing adventure to participate in and is something I will never forget! It is a true memory that I will always have with my dad!

Heritage Festival - Winter Camping

North Frontenac Council to review by a number of parties, including MVCA and the township. As the project proceeds further through the planning process, it will be the subject of a public meeting as well. Training officer - Denis Bedard has been appointed as the training officer for the North Frontenac Fire Department (excluding Ward 1) at an annual pay rate of $3,000. Fuel purchases to stay local – Township staff researched the option of joining in a purchasing block with other municipalities through the Local Authority Services Limited (LAS) corporation, which was set up by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. While joining LAS would lead to minor savings in the annual cost of unleaded fuel ($279) and dyed diesel ($51), the cost of clear diesel would be $4,415 higher, and so the township will continue to be supplied by Don Wood’s Fuels Limited. Mileage rates for staff/council to stay the same – The Township of North Frontenac reimburses for personal use of vehicles for township business. The reimbursement has to be approved in advance by council, the CAO or the appropriate manager, with a mileage per diem. That mileage, or more accurately, kilometrage has been paid at a rate of 47 cents per kilometer. In a staff report, it was recommended that the rate be raised 4 cents, to 51 cents per kilometer, but a motion to that effect was defeated and the rate will remain at 47 cents. Website visits up – the township website, which has been continually upgraded by IT coordinator Evan Sepa, was visited 33,235 times in 2011, up from 24,487 in 2010.

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Heritage Festival events in Arden n Arden the Legion will be sponsoring various activities

Bob Miller slept (or tried to) at -24C in this air-conditioned shelter at Bancroft’s “Think Snow” event last year

hy in the world would anyone want to go camping in the cold winter months? Well, think about what you most dislike about summer camping – the most frequent response is “BUGS”. No bugs in winter camping. The second most frequent response is “TOO HOT TO SLEEP”. Being too hot is not a problem in winter camping. Other complaints with summer camping include “campground too busy”, “sunburn”, “expensive”. What’s not to like about winter camping? On Friday, Feb. 24, as part of the Frontenac Heritage Festival activities, Bob Miller and Mike Procter will lead an overnight winter camping experience at the Crow Lake schoolhouse. Bob and Mike are experienced re-enactors and will be camping out largely as our ancestors did, in canvas tents and wool blankets and we invite other brave souls to join us. It is not necessary to attend in primitive style – you may wish to bring your modern sleeping bag but space is limited so a canvas tent or tepee will be provided. As well, food and refreshments will be provided free of charge. If you would like to try this unique experience or wish more information,

new to the festival this year including activities on the ice rink, if the weather cooperates, and numerous contests with lumbering as their theme. An outdoor canteen will be serving up hot dogs, hamburgers and hot chocolate and there will be a fire pit where guests can take off the chill. At the Kennebec hall on Sat. Feb. 25 the Kennebec Historical Society will be holding an open house from 1-4pm. The Arden artisans will be offering hands-on Family Arts and Crafts Day, with workshops for adults and children, who will have a chance to work with clay, water colors and collage materials to create artworks with a historical theme.

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(613) - 374 - 3662 www.ecoaltenergy.com

SOLAR & WIND

This workshop is for anyone who will be working in areas where alcohol is sold and served under the Liquor Sales Licence or Special Occasion Permit.

Your job is out there. We’ll help you find it.

Custom Cabinets for Kitchen & Bath

MicroFIT & Off-Grid Systems Since 2005

refacing - Custom millwork - free estimates

24719 Hwy. 7, Sharbot Lake, ON, K0H 2P0 613-279-1076 or 866-976-3749

Northland Cabinets Hwy 38, Parham, On., K0H 2K0

e-mail: sharbotlake@ecoaltenergy.com Electrical Contractor ESA Lic. 7006273

Responsible Alcohol Beverage Service Training Program

Phone / Fax: 613-375-6285

Dave Bush

For more information or to register contact the Sharbot Lake Resource Centre at 1099 Garrett Street (613)545-3949 press 4 or email essl@sl.on.ca

employmentservice.sl.on.ca This Employment Ontario program is funded by the Ontario government.

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SOCIAL NOTES BIRTHS

COURTNEY Dave and Kerri are tickled pink on the arrival of their first born, a beautiful baby girl, Madison Ray Courtney, born on Thursday December 15, 2011 at 12:02am weighing 8 lb. 7 oz. Thrilled grandparents are Brian & Cheryl Bertrim and Dan & Barb Courtney. Great Grandmas are Bonnie Donnelly and Jean Burgess. Madison has many aunts, uncles, and cousins that love her to pieces. Thank you to Dr. Thomas & staff at KGH, and a very special thank you to nurse Suzanne Westgate, you were a blessing. A big thank you to Daddy and Mama Bertrim for all of your love and support during the delivery.

BIRTHS

It’s A Girl!

Crawford / Maxwell We welcome with love, the safe arrival of our precious little girl, Rylie Kori, born on Friday Sept. 23, 2011, weighing 8 lb. 4.6 oz. at Belleville General Hospital. Proud first time parents are Christopher Crawford and Christy Maxwell. First granddaughter for Janice Crawford of Northbrook and Marvin & Cindy Maxwell of Madoc. Great granddaughter of Laura Drysdale of Northbrook and Bill Harten of Belleville.

OBITUARY ANNIVERSARY W.W.II Veteran

Happy 1st Anniversary

Dave and Kerri, January 20, 2011 Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

CARD OF THANKS

Thank You – Malcolm

The family of the late Kenneth Malcolm wishes to extend our heartfelt thanks for the many acts of kindness we received in our loss. The comfort we received from your many visits, calls, sympathy cards, prayers, floral tributes, charitable donations and food will not be forgotten. Thank you to both the Renfrew Hospice and the Renfrew Victoria Hospital for the special care that was given to Ken. Thank you to Dr. Tobia and Dr. Strader for their compassion that Ken received throughout his illness. Thank you to Rev. Jon Williams and special thanks to Pastor Dave and Marie Tubby for their many visits and prayers. Thank you for the kind words that were spoken of Ken, all will be a lasting tribute of cherished memories.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Serving the area for over 100 years.

David Goodfellow Owner/Managing Director

Parham, Ontario

613-375-6254

Trousdale Funeral home Proudly serving all faiths Pre-Arranged Funeral Plans

Sydenham, On 613-376-3022

www.trousdalefuneralhome.com

POWLEY, REGINALD ACEL “MIKE” of Vennachar, passed away suddenly at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 in his 91st year. Pre-deceased by his loving wife Dixie of 63 years in 2009. Dear father of Toni (Jean Paul), Carolyn (Royce), Marlene, Jan (Maureen), Gwendolyn (Brett), Mike (Laura), Nancy and Janet (Clayton). He will always be remembered in the hearts of his several grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Sadly missed by his sister Rita Keller. Predeceased by his parents Overton & Orphilia, his daughter Sylvia, sister Mabel and brothers Fred, Victor, George, Roy and Ken. Survived by his sister-in-law Alice. Fondy remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends at the MASCHKE FUNERAL HOME, 11928 Hwy# 41, Northbrook, Ontario K0H 2G0 (613-3366873) on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9pm. The Funeral Service will be in the Chapel on Friday, January 27, 2012 at 11:00am. Interment at the Vennachar Cemetery. Friends desiring may contribute in his memory to the Salvation Army, Lung Association or the Royal Canadian Legion Branch# 328.

Maschke Funeral Home

Winter Day Camp at Foley Mountain T

ime to get outside and play at the Foley Mountain Winter Adventurers Day Camp! Don’t spend the next PA day indoors. Hit the Mountain and enjoy all that winter has to offer. On February 3, Foley Mountain will welcome children aged six to 12 for a day of outdoor activities. Children will spend a great, fun-filled day with Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) interpreters as they teach participants how to snowshoe, erect shelters, build campfires, cook outdoors and orienteer. Add a few great outdoor games to the mix and the day will be complete! Join the fun on February 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The camp is $40 per child and includes snowshoe rental, snacks and the traditional reward of a frothy hot chocolate after a day of frosty fun. There is a maximum of 20 participants, so register early. Contact Rebecca Whitman, 613-273-3255, or rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca Visit www.rvca.ca. FUNERAL SERVICES

Maschke Funeral Home Northbrook

(613) 336-6873 1-888-336-3725 www.maschkefuneralhome.com

january 26, 2012

Consumer Alert re debt reduction companies T

he Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) is warning Canadians to be very cautious about companies that claim they can negotiate a deal to cut the amount of debt you must repay to your creditors. This process is often called "debt reduction," "debt settlement," "debt relief" or "debt negotiation." "Unfortunately, people do not always see the benefits that debt reduction companies lead them to expect—and some people wind up even deeper in debt than they were before," says FCAC Commissioner Ursula Menke. "If an offer to reduce your debts seems too good to be true, it probably is." The debt reduction company usually says it can work out a deal with your creditors that will allow you to pay back just a fraction of the money you owe. Four things you should watch out for with debt reduction: · High-pressure sales tactics - Some debt reduction companies use aggressive, highpressure tactics on the phone. Don't agree to anything right away. · Unrealistic claims about slashing your debt - Many companies will claim they can work with your creditors to reduce your debts by a large percentage—maybe 60 per cent or even more. However, there is no guarantee that your creditors will agree to reduce your debts. In fact, they may not even agree to participate in debt negotiations. You could end up paying fees for nothing. · Misleading information about protecting your credit rating - Another claim is that there won't be any negative effect on your credit rating or score if you work with a debt reduction company. Some companies delay making payments to creditors for a few months in the hope of getting better results from negotiations to reduce your debts. If this happens, your creditors will usually report your missed payments and your credit rating will be damaged. You may also face late payment and interest charges. · False claims about government involvement or approval - Some debt reduction companies may try to give the impression that they are approved by the Canadian government or that their services are part of a government program. This is not true.

While a company usually needs to register with or be licensed by its provincial or territorial government to operate as a business, licensing or registration does not mean that the government has approved or endorsed the company. Four steps you can take: · Do a background check to see whether the company is trustworthy and reputable. Check with the government office that handles consumer affairs in your province or territory, as well as the Better Business Bureau. · Watch out for upfront fees - Many debt reduction companies will require you to pay a large fee in advance before you see any reduction in your debt. These upfront fees can cost you hundreds of dollars or even more than a thousand. Don't count on a refund if debt negotiations are unsuccessful. Be very cautious about paying any fees before you have written confirmation that the company has worked out a deal with your creditors to reduce your debt. There may also be other fees, such as ongoing monthly fees and fees for cheques sent to creditors. · Make sure you know what's happening with your creditors - A company may encourage you to stop all direct contact with your creditors. Instead, the company will offer to handle all communications for you, including sending your payments to the creditors. Sometimes the company may ask you to sign a document giving it power of attorney. Be aware that letting the company act without your involvement could mean that you know nothing if problems arise. For example, the company could be making late payments to your creditors. Even worse, it might be making no payments at all. · Consider your other options - There are other ways to deal with your debts besides debt reduction. Another approach may work better for you. As a first step, try contacting your creditors on your own. You may be able to work out other arrangements. Some provinces and territories have debt assistance programs or can direct you to organizations in your community that can help. Check with your local consumer affairs office to see what's available in your area. – submitted by the FCAC

THANK YOU!

The Loughborough Christmas & Emergency Relief Committee (LC&ERC) would like to extend a sincere thank you to the following 74 individuals and families who so generously donated to our recent fund-raising campaign as well as the 138 others who have chosen to remain anonymous. With their help the LC&ERC was able to provide Christmas baskets of food and gifts for 64 families in Loughborough District. Helen Pettitt Douglas Kellar Eldon & Lorraine Adams Daniel Poirier Jim & Bev Kelly Linda Anderson Carl & Jean Pritchard Wilma Kenny Barbara & John Baird Lois Purvis Al & Anne Kirby Jacob & Melanie Beckwith William K. Reeve Dale Kristensen Barbara Biggs Claudine Rodenburg Dave Kuhn Robert Blackadder Angela Shepherd Daniel Lees Kate, Ted & Sara Buelow Eleanor & Neil Smith Jennifer & Dave Linton Nancy Carr Alexander Stephen Carol & Gary Little Robert Charest Celia Stewart Tracey Mallen Len & Joan Clark Roxy & Peter Stewart Reg & Connie Manuel Bob & Sue Clinton William McDiarmid & Barbra Rose Perry Spencer J. Storms Lynne M. Cole Bruce & Eleanor Stuart Jennifer McNeill & Dan Stinson Liane & Don Connolly Vera Thompson Beverly McNeill Diane & Ben Dolansky Rosemarie & Don Thorne Jim & Marlene McQueen Shirley & Glenn Eastabrook Ron & Nancy Vandewal Mary Meyers Jack Fox Eileen VanderZwan Mark Millar Wendy Fox Denyse VanRhyn Margaret & Marcel Morin Warren Gossage & Shirley Bertrim Sheri Vivian Robert Moyse Tracey Griesbach Vivian Walsh Eric Nelson Cynthia Hand Chris & Christine Ward Soo Newberry Karl L. Hansen Scott & Nancy Watson Karen & Curtis Nickel Kevin Harper Robert & Kathryn Wolsey Marilyn O’Connor Lisa Holmes Lynda Wolsey Lois Orr Juliet Huntly & Michael Cooke Wayne Orr Sharon Jones The LC&ERC would also like to offer our heart-felt thanks to the organizations and businesses listed below who supported our fund-raising efforts with donations of money, goods, time, and other resources. Retired Women Teachers of Ontario, Royal Bank - Sydenham Canadian Small Engines Kingston Branch St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Catholic Women’s League South Frontenac Municipal Office St. Patrick Catholic School Clinton Dentistry Southern Frontenac Community Services St. Paul’s Anglican Church Drugsmart Pharmacy Sydenham One Stop Sydenham H. S. Staff Association Frontenac Dairy Producers Committee The Beer Store - Sydenham Sydenham H. S. Student Council Hillside Coffee Trousdale’s Foodland Knights of Columbus, St. Patrick Council Sydenham H. S. Respect Committee Trousdale’s General Store Sydenham Holiness Church Loughborough P. S. staff & students Trousdale’s Home Hardware Sydenham & District Lions Club Mechanical Contracting Services Wilton Cheese Sydenham Women’s Institute Mill Street Pizzeria Wilton Pottery Trio’s Restaurant OPP, South Frontenac Detachment OPP Veterans Assoc., Chapter 9, Kingston Leslie Reade & Josey Steele - Vision Soup Without past generous donations such as these, we would not have been able to help all those who needed assistance last year. We continue to experience a significant demand for emergency aid and the success of the recent fundraising drive will ensure the continued provision of emergency relief when needed. The support you have given is the true spirit of neighbours helping neighbours! If you have a need for assistance or wish to offer assistance you can contact the LC&ERC at 613-572-6004.

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january 26, 2012

The Classifieds Ad Rates: Classified Text ads: $8.20 + HST per insertion for 20 words & under; 20¢ each extra word. Deadline: 4 pm Monday; Ph: 613-279-3150, Fx: 613-279-3172; nfnews@frontenac.net

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up.

MUSIC LESSONS TOM’S MUSIC STUDIO is now accepting students for drums, guitar, bass guitar, piano, beginner banjo and theory; repairs to all stringed instruments. Tom 613-539-4659

SERVICES

NEW APPLIANCES

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

PAYS CASH $$$

For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk please. VISA and MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself quality at low prices.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

Smitty’s “KING of APPLIANCES”

Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

AUTOMOTIVE KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

EMBROIDERY & ENGRAVING UPPER FRONTENAC GRAPHICS – Custom Embroidery, Imprinting, Trophies, Awards & Engraving. Caps, jackets, golf shirts, hoodies, teamwear & more. 613-539-6340; dwedden@ aol.com; ufg@hotmail.ca

FOR RENT 1 bedroom apt, Flinton, all inclusive, private entrance, private deck, large yard. Nonsmokers only. $650/month. Available immediately. 613-336-8630, 613-827-2121 3 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS APT. Mountain Grove, utilities included, $950 /month, call 613335-3878 or 613-213-3055 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE located on Hwy. 7 just east of the Junction of Hwy 38 and Hwy. 7. For further information, contact Ram at 613-279-2827 HIDDEN ACRES RETIREMENT RESIDENCE family atmosphere, country setting, near Northbrook, staffed 24/7. Rooms available, reasonable rates. Call 613-336-0999, ask for Cathy SMALL CABIN-SIZE HOUSE in Denbigh Village, 1st & last, references required, $300 plus utilities. Please call 613-374-3336

FOR SALE FRONTENAC MODULAR HOMES. Custom built. New 1280 sq.ft. 28’x52’ home, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, delivered and on your basement or foundation, oak cabinets available. $79,900 USD plus taxes. Financing available OAC. 1-866-775-8268 www.frontenacmodularhomes.com WOOD HEAT SOLUTIONS. Instant rebates up to $1,200 on Outdoor Wood & Corn Furnaces OR Trade-out discounts up to $1,500 on the purchase of an E-Classic. YOUR CENTRAL BOILER DEALER. Frankford, ON 613.398.1611; Bancroft, ON 613.332.1613

HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Firearms course: February 10,11. Hunter Ed: February 24,25. Tamworth arena. Wild Turkey license examinations. Call Bill at 613-3352786 HUNTER SAFETY AND FIREARMS COURSES. Turkey Examinations. Course date February 24, 25, 26 in Flinton. Limited seating. Call 613-336-9875.

LEGAL SERVICES RURAL LEGAL SERVICES, A community Legal Clinic providing legal services without charge for residents of Northern Frontenac County and surrounding area. Sharbot Lake: phone 613-279-3252 or toll free 1-888-7778916. Northbrook: 613-336-8934

HALL RENTAL S&A CLUB HALL, Harrowsmith. Air conditioned, capacity 90, $25/hr up to 3 hours; $125 for more than 3 hours. Call 613-372-5678; 613372-1910 VERONA LIONS BANQUET HALL AND BOARD MEETING ROOM (Lions’ Den). Reasonable rates in a convenient location. Air conditioned. Full kitchen and bar facility. Weddings, anniversaries, parties, conferences. 613-374-2821

DRYWALL AND PLASTER REPAIRS. Professionally trained. Drywall installation, old fashioned quality, three coat hand finishing. Free estimates. Call Rick at 613-375-8201. HOMESTYLE WEDDINGS. Minister Judie Diamond helps design your ceremony and performs the marriage at location of your choice. 613-375-6772 PET SITTING in Mountain Grove. Going away? Let us help. Dogs, Cats, etc. Spacious, individual accommodations. Long walks. By appointment only. Laura Mills 613-335-3658. Evenings are best or leave a message. PHOTOCOPY, FAX & LAMINATION SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, rear building, 1095 Garrett St., Sharbot Lake. Competitive prices! 8½ x 11 - Black & White, 1-10 copies: 15¢ ea; 11-25 copies: 10¢ ea; 26-100 copies 8¢ ea. SPECIAL: 50+ colour copies 8½ x 11, 25¢ ea. (specialty paper extra). Taxes extra. Call 613-279-3150 for information. SYLVIA’S FOOT CARE. Providing Nursing foot care in the privacy of your own home. Registered with Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs to provide foot care to veterans who qualify. For further information call Sylvia at 613-335-2940.

WANTED TO BUY

STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154. WANTED: SMALL ALFALFA BALES, second cut, Sharbot Lake area, Brian, 613-279-1257 WANTED: HOUSE in Sharbot Lake Village or vicinity. Call 613-279-1316

Local businesses provide jobs and services Support your local businesses

Seeds & Company LLP

Business Advisors & Chartered Accountants of Sharbot Lake is seeking:

Business Tax Preparer(s) Contract Full-time (35 hours per week) Successful candidate will be able to work independently and effectively in small office environment, be task oriented and should be proficient in Microsoft Excel and have general bookkeeping and GST knowledge. Specific business tax training will be provided. Come join our young and growing firm. Resumés can be emailed to ryan@seedsco.com before end of day Wednesday, February 1, 2012.

The Treasure Trunk Second Tyme Around Clothing

1171 Cannon Rd., Sharbot Lake

613-279-2113 Winter Hours: Open first 2 Saturdays of Each Month Mon - Sat: 9am-3pm

5 Bag Days Every Day

Quality New & Used Clothing at Affordable Prices! For furniture drop off, please call ahead. 279-2113 ask for Janet.

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Dishing up books for the picky eater “ by Susan Ramsay

I do not like Green Eggs and Ham. I do not like them Sam I am!” Even Dr. Seuss knew when he wrote “Green Eggs and Ham” in 1960 that picky eaters are tough to feed well. Although nutritionists tell us that children may need to be offered a new food eight to 15 times before they decide it’s good to eat, parents and caregivers can feel frustrated with their children’s reluctance to try a variety of healthy foods. Nutritionists with Community or Public Health have great ideas for feeding picky eaters. Interestingly, so does Dr. Seuss. Sharing books with children that feature food, can affect how they think about food. New or strangely-textured foods can suddenly seem more appealing. This is especially true if, through story time, we help children think about how the story characters’ experiences with food are similar or different to their own. “Green Eggs and Ham” by Dr Seuss is a classic, as is “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle. In Seuss’s book the main character avoids food. In Carle’s book the caterpillar eats everything in sight before transforming into a beautiful butterfly. Well-loved folktales can soften picky eaters too. The most familiar version of “Stone Soup” tells the tale of a hungry traveller who asks villagers for food. The traveller cleverly makes vegetable soup with the villagers’ help and one big stone. In “The Giant Carrot” everyone dreams of delicious carrot stew, carrot relish and more. But the carrot grows so big that no one can pull it from the ground. Little Isabelle saves the day. Little Isabelle’s Carrot Puddin’ is found at the back of this book for readers of the story to make and eat. Eggbert in Tom Ross’s “Eggbert the Slightly Cracked Egg” is an artist. Who knew? Though he is not perfect (his shell is cracked), the other fruits and vegetables from the fridge recognize his talent and appreciate him just the way he is. “How Are You Peeling?” by Saxon Freymann is a simple but creative story written in rhyme. The pictures portray a wide variety of emotions through facial expressions on fruits and vegetables. Of course there are less fanciful stories too. “Why is an Orange Called an Orange” by Cob Ladner explores why the fruit name

A Promise for You “To give them .. the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness” Isaiah 61: 3

and colour are the same for an orange but not other kinds of fruit. “Eating The Alphabet: Fruits and Vegetables from A to Z” by Lois Elhert introduces children to some foods they may have never seen or tasted before. “Good Enough to Eat” by Lizzy Rockwell explains to primary school-aged children how bodies digest and use nutrients to make them strong. “Good Enough to Eat” includes a few kid-friendly recipes to try too. Sharing food-related books can spark children’s curiosity and help them associate nutritious food with fun and pleasure. It’s possible too that story time may lead you and your child to crave green scrambled eggs with a slice of ham. (Susan Ramsay, an Early Literacy Specialist for Hastings-Frontenac-Lennox & Addington, can be reached at 613-3546318, Ext 32)

Local businesses support the community Support your local businesses

NOTICE OF MEETINGS 2012 BUDGET AND FEE REVIEW Tay Valley Township Council will be holding the following meetings to consider and adopt the 2012 Budget and any changes to fees. All meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Office located at 217 Harper Road. Tabling of Draft Budget Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:00 p.m. Official Public Meeting Tuesday, March 13, 2012, 6:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a presentation are invited to contact the Clerk to register as a delegation. Your participation at these meetings is encouraged. Copies of the draft budget will be available through the Clerk’s Office. Dated this 16th day of January, 2012 For further information contact: Tay Valley Township Amanda Mabo, Clerk 217 Harper Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C6 T: 613-267-5353 ext. 130 E: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca www.tayvalleytwp.ca

INVESTMENT OFFICER

PORTFOLIO ACCOUNT OFFICER

W. A. Robinson & Associates Ltd. is seeking a permanent full-time Investment Officer. The successful candidate willbe the liaison between the organization and private portfolio clients. The job involves administering a client’s portfolio and taking care of their financial life. The position requires practical knowledge of investment products, securities, tax planning, mortgage administration and estate settlement. The position requires the Canadian Securities Course, a strong bookkeeping/accounting background, some legal knowledge on estate and tax law and experience trading securities.

W. A. Robinson & Associates Ltd. is seeking a permanent full time Portfolio Account Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for administrative support to the private investment clients and the Portfolio Management department. This position includes accounting/bookkeeping activities, client interface, data entry, production of invoices, production of quarterly client reports, accounts payable and payroll. Preference will be given to candidates with strong accounting skills and securities experience, particularly those with the Canadian Securities Course.

W. A. Robinson & Associates Ltd. is located in Sharbot Lake 50 minutes north of Kingston and 30 minutes west of Perth. It is a successful portfolio and investment fund management firm with over $100,000,000 in assets under management.

If you believe you can contribute to our success please forward your resume to barb. neill@robinsonsgroup.com or mail to P. O. Box 208, Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0. Our FAX is 613-279-3130. Resumés can also be submitted through our web site at www.Robinsonsgroup.com. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Pellet Supply Running Low?

Reid’s

T 613 479 5579 F 613 479 2699

lookout@xplornet.com

Northern Happenings Northern Happenings listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events and their details should be independently verified by readers. INCOME TAX TRAINING – Volunteers needed for Income Tax preparation for low income individuals and families. Training provided by Canada Revenue Agency, please call Joyce at Northern Frontenac Community Services, 279-3151

Thursday January 26 SYDENHAM - ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9pm, Rural VISONS Centre; info: 613-544-3078

Friday January 27 CLOYNE - FREE FRIDAY FLICKS, movie “The Help”, United Church, 7pm MCDONALD’S CORNERS - AROUND THE WORLD DINNER, MERA Schoolhouse, Scottish meal & dancing, 6pm, $10; 5-12yrs $5, under 5 free. Desserts extra. Reserve: 613278-0388, meraschoolhouse@bell.net NORTHBROOK - EUCHRE TOURNAMENT, Lions Hall 7pm; call Verna 336-8682 or Muriel 336-2674; spons. Golden Sunset Seniors SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7 pm, spaghetti SHARBOT LAKE - YOUTH DANCE, Oso Hall, 6-9pm, $6pp, for grades 5-9, sponsor: Northern Frontenac Community Services

Saturday January 28 PARHAM FREE METHODIST CHURCH 7pm, special singing by Crimson River; fellowship after, all welcome. SHARBOT LAKE – JAM SESSION at the Legion, 3pm, wings avail. Bring your talent or come out to listen SHARBOT LAKE – OPEN HOUSE, Northern Connections Adult Learning Center, to announce their partnership w/ Shabot Obaadjiwan First Nation & SL High School, 10am-2pm, all welcome, refreshments SNOW ROAD FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST Snowmobile Club, 8-11am, 1106 Gemmills Rd.; all welcome. VERONA - WINTER WAKE-UP BREAKFAST Trinity United Church, 9-11am; bacon, eggs, toast, fried potatoes $5; beverages $1.

Sunday January 29 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, country, bluegrass, folk, performers free, audience $1; info: 613-374-2614 BELLROCK - JOHN McEWEN SHOW, com-

Around the World on a Dinner Plate

riday, January 27, is the first in the McDonald’s Corners-Elphin Recreation and Arts (MERA) popular international dinner series - Around the World on a Dinner Plate. This year there are five dinners, thanks to chefs who are generously donating their time and talent. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for 5 – 12 years; under 5 free. Desserts donated by MERA members will be sold separately at a very reasonable price. Fri. Jan 27 - A Scottish meal with all the trimmings, courtesy of Pat Furlong, with Scottish dancing after dinner. Fri. Feb 10 Food from the far North of Canada, thanks to Judy Watts. Fri. March 2 - India comes to McDonalds Corners, with Kat Elliott as chef. Fri. March 9 - A touch of Spain with Ankaret Dean and Tom Shoebridge as your hosts. Fri. March 23 - Polish Night by Tomas Karpinski. All dinners start at 6 p.m. at the MERA Schoolhouse. Please book ahead: meraschoolhouse@bell.net; 278-0388.

munity hall, 1:30-3:30pm, refreshments available, free admission, fundraiser for hall improvements FLINTON - COFFEE HOUSE, Through the Roof Ministry, 6:30pm, Dallas and Shane Arney & family; free will offering PLEVNA-OMPAH UNITED CHURCH, 10am, Congregational Meeting, Plevna manse, major decisions on future. Info: (613) 479-2453.

Monday January 30 VERONA LIONS BINGO, 7pm, doors open 6pm, co-hosted by Lions & Knights of Columbus

Tuesday January 31 FLINTON - COMMUNITY POLICING MEETING, 7pm, Rec. Centre. NORTHBROOK - FOOT CARE CLINIC Lions Hall, call Land o’ Lakes Community Services 613-336-8934 or Heather 613-335-2895

Wednesday February 1 SHARBOT LAKE - SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS of Alzheimers or a related dementia disease, 1-3pm; info: 613-279-3078, seniors’ centre, VERONA DINERS, noon, Lions Hall, for 55+, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477.

Friday February 3 HARROWSMITH - PA ADVENTURE DAY, St. Paul’s United Church, 10-2. $3/child includes lunch; under 4 yrs must be accompanied by adult; register Marni 613-374-9929. HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE Golden Links hall, 7pm $6 for ages 9-15, call Sharon 372-1274 or Wayne 358-2533 SHARBOT LAKE - RETIRED TEACHERS & FRIENDS: Luncheon at Sharbot Lake Country Inn, 11:30am. To reserve phone 613-2792098 by Feb. 2 at noon SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB Meeting 7:30pm, 1106 Gemmills Rd. WESTPORT - FOLEY MOUNTAIN PA DAY CAMP for ages 6-12 snowshoeing, shelter building, campfires, games 9-4; $40 pp, register: 273-3255, rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca

Saturday February 4 ARDEN LEGION SNOWMOBILE RALLYregistration 9:30; $15pp; free will offering for breakfast, dinner; mystery games, raffle, all welcome; Malcolm 613-335-3664 RELAY FOR LIFE - NORTH & CENTRAL FRONTENAC Kick Off Celebration 10-2, Sharbot Lake Legion; to register a team, volunteer or for info please join us, or email: lesleysmith181@hotmail.com. SNOW ROAD - BINGO FUNDRAISER for Snowmobile Club; light supper 4:30-6pm; Bingo 6:45pm, 1106 Gemmills Rd; all welcome.

Open Mon-Fri: 8am - 8pm Sat: 8am - 6pm Sun: Grocery 9am-6pm; LCBO 11am-6pm

Hwy 38 Verona (613) 374-2112 VERONA - WINTER WAKE-UP BREAKFAST Trinity United Church, 9-11am; bacon, eggs, toast, fried potatoes $5; beverages $1.

Sunday, February 5 ALTHORPE BOLINGBROKE MUSIC JAM, community hall 1-5pm; potluck 5:30pm; all ages welcome; info Glenn 273-2571. ENTERPRISE - JAMBOREE, w/ Lorne Buck & Jim Ellis, Sherry Baker, Open Stage, dancing, $5, 1pm, Enterprise Hall; spons. Newburgh-Camden Lions; 613-379-9972. HARROWSMITH – GOSPEL ONLY JAM, Free Methodist Church, 1:30-4pm, Open Mic, fundraiser for church; info: 613-376-9815 MCDONALDS CORNERS - JON BROOKS CONCERT, Award winning songwriter, $15 MERA Schoolhouse, 2pm; meraschoolhouse. org; 613-278-0388

Monday February 6 OMPAH – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Community hall, call 613-279-3151 for info, appointment:

Tuesday February 7 SYDENHAM – SENIORS FITNESS PROGRAM Registration 10-11am; runs Feb 14 May 29 for ages 55+ (VON SMART Program), St. Paul’s Anglican Church $4 class; $45 season); info Joanne 613-634-0130 ext. 414; Danielle 613-376-6477

Thursday February 9 HARROWSMITH DINERS, noon, Free Methodist Church, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477.

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Regular Happenings

BOLINGBROKE EXERCISE CLASSES FOR SENIORS, ABC Hall, Mondays 10-11am. Info: Joyce 273-4832. CLOTHING – HARTINGTON, COMMUNITY CARING, old school house. We accept good used clothing and small yhousehold items, aker money for other which we resell d Braise é anto f a charities. Tuesday 9-noon and 1-4 pm or by chance. CLOTHING - TREASURE TRUNK, Sharbot Lake, 1171 Cannon Rd.. “New & Second Tyme Around Clothing” Donations welcome. 279-2113.

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CLOTHING /BOUTIQUE – NORTHBROOK, in former United Church next to cemetery Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm COMMUNITY DROP-IN – Sharbot Lake Every Wednesday, 10am – 2pm, St. Andrew’s Anglican Church. All welcome! 279-3151. EUCHRE ■ARDEN Legion Thursdays 7:30pm ■BELL ROCK, Community hall, every 2nd Thurs, noon lunch, euchre 1pm. $2 includes, prizes, lunch; info: 374-5426 ■ BOLINGBROKE: ABC Community Hall, Mondays noon; prizes, sandwiches. Sponsor: ABC Seniors ■ CROW LAKE, schoolhouse, Mondays 6.30pm ■ DENBIGH 2nd & 4th Friday, 7pm, community Hall. ■ FLINTON township hall, Thursdays 7pm, $2 ■ ■ NORTHBROOK, Tuesdays 7pm, $2, Lions Hall ■ NORTHERN LIGHTS SENIORS, Griffith Lions Hall, 1st & 3rd Friday, 7pm ■ OMPAH Community center, 3rd Friday of month, $2 with refreshments, 7:30pm ■ PLEVNA, Clar-Mill Hall, Mondays 7:30pm, proceeds to Holy Trinity Church ■ TAMWORTH Legion 2nd & 4th Sat 2pm $4pp LAND O’LAKES FOOD BANK needs food & cash donations and community involvement. Contact Land o’Lakes Community Services, 613-336-8934 MEALS ON WHEELS. Serving the North Lennox & Addington area, a hot nutritious meal will be delivered to your door every Thursday at noon, For more information please contact 613-336-8934 or 613-333-5216. Cost: $5.50 NORTH FRONTENAC FOOD BANK needs food & cash donations. Drop box at Sharbot Lake Freshmart, or mail donations to: NF Food Bank, c/o NFCS, Box 250, Sharbot Lake, K0H2P0. 613-279-3151 RECREATIONAL BADMINTON, Thursdays, 7-9pm, Sharbot Lake High School; $5 semester, fun & exercise for all ages; under 18 with parental supervision VOLUNTEER DRIVERS WANTED by the Canadian Cancer Society. Please Contact Claire Macfarlane, 613-279-1133.

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Jon Brooks con- Southern Frontenac Community cert at MERA Services Food Bank O O

n Sunday, Feb. 5, award-winning Canadian songwriter Jon Brooks will perform a show at the MERA Schoolhouse at 2pm. A song smith dedicated to uniting folk song tradition with today’s stories, Jon has an uncanny ability to press his ear against the heartbeat and soul of the times. In just under five years, he has been nominated twice for a Canadian Folk Music Award (Songwriter of the Year), been profiled on CBC Television, named the Musician to Watch by the Toronto Star, garnered an OCFF Award, and the coveted Kerrville New Folk Competition in Texas. Jon's music is also featured on Neil Young's Livingwithwartoday website and he recently won both the International Songwriting Competition (Folk category) & the US Mountain Stage New Song Contest. Jon stopped writing songs and performing for several years after a 1997 trek throughout war ruined Bosnia-Herzegovina, and was inspired to start again by a mentor. He says, “I want to write hopeful songs, inspiring songs and I expect I owe today’s listener some hopeful argument as to why we should believe our present world could be improved, or healed.” www.jonbrooks.ca

By Jennifer Linton, SFCSC Food Bank Coordinator n behalf of Southern Frontenac Community Services, all those receiving food support, and our team of volunteers, I wish to express my sincere thanks to all the organizations, churches, schools, the OPP auxiliary officers for their wonderful food drives, and all the individuals who gave so generously to our food bank this past year. Special thanks go to Dave and Debbie Steacy of Sydenham Foodland for their support. Also a heartfelt thank you to Pastor Cory Bursey for assisting us by distributing the food hampers at Lakeview Gospel Assembly in Verona twice per month. SFCSC Food Bank relies on volunteer donations from churches, organizations and the general public; is run by volunteers and receives no government funding. This past year we provided food for over 1300 people, including over 550 children, and with these tough economic times we project this demand to increase. We are seeking membership in the On-

tario Association of Food Bank membership and we do follow the guidelines of the Ontario Association of Food Banks. After an initial food hamper all clients are assessed and may then access the food bank once per month. A food hamper includes a five to seven-day supply of non-perishable items, plus bread, milk, eggs, fresh fruits and vegetables, school lunch snacks and some protein items once per month. Hygiene items such as soap and shampoo are included if available. Baby food and diapers are also available upon request. The food bank is open for pick up on Tuesdays 1pm to 3pm and Fridays 9am to 11am. Requests for food must come into the George Street office before 3pm the previous day. Phone 613-376-6477. The generous support of our community will help us continue our goal of reducing hunger and improving the nutrition of families by offering healthier food to our food bank clients, especially the children. It is very much appreciated. Thank you once again.

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New KFPL CAO says libraries are more vital than ever T

he Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL) Board opted for continuity when they chose Patricia Enright as their new Head Librarian/Chief Executive Officer late last fall, replacing Deborah Defoe at the start of this year. For the past 7 ½ years Enright has been the Director of Children's and Rural Services at the integrated library city/county library, and before that she was the chief librarian at both the Clarington and Port Hope public libraries. She came to Kingston in 2004 not only to join a larger organization, but also for the opportunity to go back to school and earn a Masters degree in Public Administration at Queen's. “I really love Kingston, and I have loved working in the county as well, so when the chief librarian job came open I was ready to make the commitment,” she said of her decision to apply for the libraries’ top job. The KFPL has a financial relationship with the City of Kingston and the County of Frontenac. The individual townships within the County are involved as well as they own and maintain the library facilities within their own boundaries. “We have worked with the townships quite a lot in recent years, with North Frontenac on upgrades to the Plevna and Cloyne branches, with South Frontenac on the Storrington branch and the new Sydenham branch last year, and with Frontenac Islands for the

By Sara Carpenter

op quiz: What do kiwi fruit, canola oil, Chilean sea bass and orange roughy have in common? I’ll tell you in a minute. Meantime, since we’re in the throes of deep midwinter, let’s consider winter food: have you ever wondered why our tastes change so much with the seasons? Winter food, almost by definition, is hearty, rib-sticking and soul-satisfying: soups, stews, chili, pot roast. It feels so absolutely right to eat this food, it does make you wonder if our preference might be biological. Of course, meat was not always so easy to come by. In early days, foraged foods were an important part of the diet, too. Nuts and berries could be dried for use in leaner times. Roots could be dug, although it’s hard to imagine how fibrous bits of tough brown plant material, yanked with much effort from the dirt, could come close to the soul-satisfying food we crave in winter. However, if you substitute “root vegetable” for “roots,” you have a completely different mental picture. In fact, I’ll bet those early stews would have been pretty tasty. Underground gems like Jerusalem artichokes and burdock might have found their way into the stew, just as they sometimes do today. You wouldn’t think we’re that shallow, but the names we give to food can make them seem unappetizing, or downright delectable. There’s even research to prove it. Which brings us to our pop quiz. Kiwi fruit, canola oil, Chilean sea bass and orange roughy – what do they have in common? All are invented monikers for other foods, which were renamed to enhance their marketing appeal. Was it worthwhile? You be the judge. In order, the original names of these foods are: Chinese gooseberry, rapeseed oil, Patagonian toothfish and slimehead. I know what I’d be choosing.

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Secret Shopper fraud

anark OPP officers are investigating allegations of a fraud that is identical to a scam reported about a year ago. The victim is contacted, on this occasion by letter, stating that they have been selected to be a “Secret Shopper”. The company indicates that it provides a service to businesses that want to assess their security, efficiency and customer relations. The letter contains what is represented as a cheque for $1500. The victim is instructed to cash the cheque, keep $150 and forward the remaining $1350 cash via Western Union to a named individual in the United Kingdom. Police wish to remind the community to be suspicious of any unsolicited requests for the transfer of funds.

Wolfe Island branch,” she said. While there have been no changes in Central Frontenac, there likely will be in the coming couple of years. “We have a three-way relationship with regards to the branch in Parham, between the library, the township and the school board because the board owns the portable we use, which is attached to the school,” she said regarding the pending closure of Hinchinbrooke Public School in 2013. An upgrade to the Arden branch is also planned for some time in the future. One major issue that is being faced by the entire world of books and reading is the explosion of e-readers, tablet computers and e-books, and while the KFPL has the technology in place to deliver e-books, the rights situation for e-books is still in flux, and this has an impact on the acquisition budget of the library. “People think they should be able to download e-books at will, but it is not that simple. The digital rights management system that is available is called Overdrive, and our agreement is that only one person at a time can access the books at a time. And some publishers will only sell the rights for a single copy. So people end up putting holds on the digital versions of books just like they do for the physical version.” Library staff are also doing a lot of work demonstrating how different e-reading systems work. In fact, two of the Kingston This week’s recipe is of the root vegetable persuasion. It’s reminiscent of scalloped potatoes, but it’s lighter. The French call it a tian, named for the shallow casserole in which it is baked, which of course makes it sound more special, as we’ve learned. It consists of thinly sliced root vegetables baked in a little broth, topped with some cheese or not, depending on your preference. The vegetables lend body to the broth, and the way the flavours meld together makes it taste rich and satisfying. Other sturdy vegetables work equally well, so vary them according to what you like, keeping the total amount about the same. This would be a good dish to serve alongside a nice roast. Bon appétit!

ROOT VEGETABLE TIAN Makes 4 to 6 servings

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a large skillet, combine 1 tbsp. butter; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 leek, quartered lengthwise and sliced into 1/4-inch slices (white and pale green parts only); 3/4 tsp. salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until vegetables take are golden, 8 to 10 minutes. (Add splashes of water if the mixture becomes too dry.) Spread onion-leek mixture into a prepared 9-inch oval or round baking dish or pie plate. (Don’t wash the skillet.) Trim a 1 lb (450 g) celery root. Halve the celery root, and cut it crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Slice 2 medium round potatoes into 1/4-inch slices. Layer the celery root and potato slices alternately in concentric circles over the onion-leek mixture, overlapping them to create a single layer about an inch thick. In the skillet, gently cook 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped in a little olive oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add 1/2 c. chicken or vegetable broth; 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1/4 tsp. dried thyme; bring to a boil and remove from heat. Drizzle over the sliced vegetables. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil. Bake until the vegetables are barely tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove the foil. If desired, sprinkle with a generous half cup of grated hard cheese (Gruyere, Parmesan or a combination). Continue baking, uncovered, until vegetables are tender and beginning to brown, another 10 to 15 minutes.

KFPL Book of the Week Shanghai Girls:

A Novel by Lisa See

bsolutely riveting storytelling from Lisa See. In 1937, two beautiful sisters who work as calendar girls in Shanghai are sold as wives to overseas Chinese men when their father loses the family fortune. Full of historical detail, this story is as much about the bonds of sisterhood as it is about the Asian-American immigrant experience. Visit us at www.kfpl.ca to reserve a copy of this book. The Book of the Week is brought to you by the Kingston Frontenac Public Library

branches are offering weekly e-reading and e-audio help sessions on an ongoing basis. The challenge of adapting to e-reading is just another of the changes that have been faced by libraries during Patricia Enright's career. “There have been more technological changes affecting libraries over the last 15 years than in the previous 100,” Enright said. “When I walk around in each of our branches now, I see people using all kinds of laptops to connect to our Wifi service. They do everything from filing EI [Employment Insurance] claims to using Facebook, reading newspapers and magazines that are available in paper and digital form. At the same time we still have people borrowing all kinds of materials to take home. The media might change, but our mission remains the same, connecting people with books, supporting literacy, that remains the same; we are very much a vital service.” Patricia Enright has heard for many years that libraries are relics from a bygone era,

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but she points out that the KFPL is busier than it has ever been. Some of the improvements that have been made have had a direct impact on that use. “When we look at the new Sydenham branch, we see that the use is up about 50% from where it was before, so the investment that was made has paid off and will continue to pay off,” she said. With Patricia Enright taking on the chief librarian role, there has been a reshuffling of responsibilities. Barb Love is now the manager of Adult Services and Rural branches, and responsibility for Children's Services has gone to Lester Webb, who is also responsible for Systems and Technical Services. A new position is being planned as well, a manager for outreach and programming. While the library branches in the city and county and KFPL.ca bring significant access for people, Enright said that the focus on further outreach is all about expanding the reach of the KFPL further into the life of Kingston and Frontenac County.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands intends to consider: A Zoning By-law Amendment to Zoning By-law No. 0212/2006. Pursuant to Section 34 (12) of the Planning Act (R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13 as amended) Council will hold a public meeting on February 21, 2012 to outline the content and effect of the Zoning Bylaw Amendment. All those interested are hereby invited to attend the meeting and express their view on the Zoning By-law Amendment. PURPOSE OF THE BY-LAW: An application was received from Edward Fittler to rezone a parcel of land located in Part of Lot 7, Concession 9, in the Geographic Township of Anglesea including part of the shore road allowance. The subject land is more specifically described as Reference Plan No. 29R9919. The lands are on the west side of Highway No.41 and have frontage on Skootamatta Lake. This application is the result of a condition of consent for SEV 2011-01. The severed land currently contains 2 guest cabins, as well as accessory structures. The applicant/owner intends to convert one of the existing guest cabins to a cottage with services and the other guest cabin is to remain as is. The property has access to Hughes Landing Road via an existing right-of-way. Existing cottage and accessory buildings are to remain on the 1.8 hectares (4.45 acres) parcel being retained. The subject land is designated Waterfront Residential in the Official Plan and is zoned Residential Limited Service (RLS). The purpose of the zoning application is to place lands being severed in a site specific Residential Limited Service (RLS) Zone to permit a reduction in the required setbacks from the high water mark for the house, deck and guest cabin, as well as to permit a guest cabin larger than the required permitted area of 20 square metres. The site specific zone also permits the guest cabin to be located within 30 metres of the front lot line. The retained parcel is to be placed in a site specific RLS zone to recognize the reduction in setbacks of buildings. EFFECT OF THE BY-LAW REQUEST: The effect of the by-law would be to rezone the severed lands to a site specific Residential Limited Service (RLS) Zone to permit reduced setbacks and a guest cabin larger than 20 square metres. The retained parcel would be rezoned to regularize the new lot. The rezoning also implements the zoning conditions associated with consent application SEV 2011-01. LOCATION OF PROPERTY: The property is in part of Lot 7, Concession 9, in the Geographic Township of Anglesea, Township of Addington Highlands including the shore road allowance. The subject land is more specifically described as Reference Plan No. 29R-9919. OTHER APPLICATIONS: The applicant requested a severance to enable the division of the land into two parcels by way of application (#SEV 2011/01). The Township of Addington Highlands Committee of Adjustment approved the request with conditions, inclusive of a zoning amendment. NOTICE OF APPEAL: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Addington Highlands before the zoning by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of Council for the Township of Addington Highlands to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of Addington Highlands before the zoning by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. PUBLIC MEETING PLACE: Township of Addington Highlands, Township Hall, Denbigh ON, 222 Hwy.28. February 21, 2012, 20:00 p.m. For further information, Jack Pauhl, Clerk Treasurer Township of Addington Highlands P.O. Box 89 72 Edward Street Flinton, ON K0H 1P0 Or phone (613) 336-2286 during regular business hours

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Sydenham Water Litigation Settled Council passed a resolution to ratify the terms of settlement regarding litigation with the Engineering company that designed and oversaw the construction of the Sydenham water system. The original water purification system was designed to use only chlorine, which in combination with the high levels of organic matter, formed an unacceptable level of trihalomethanes. A costly upgrade was required in order to achieve the present system, which uses a much lower amount of chlorine, in a process called chloramination and is combined with carbon filtering to deliver completely safe drinking water. CAO Orr would only say that they had “arrived at a mutually agreed cash settlement that both parties were satisfied with.”

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sells used clothing, donating all proceeds to families in need and a number of community organizations. For many years, it has rented the old schoolhouse in Hartington from the Township. They have recently negotiated with the Township to move into the neighboring Princess Anne Building. To address insurance issues, the group will function as a committee of council, and be covered by the township’s insurance. Councilor Vandewal said that although he fully supports this plan, he feels it’s time for the township to develop standardized guidelines for the increasing number of council committees. The matter has been referred to the Corporate Services Committee for recommendations. At last week’s COW meeting, Stephan Monty, resident living on Osbourne Lane had asked for a reconsideration of the amount of assistance offered by the township for the upgrading done on his lane. Although granular/gravel material is held to be maintenance, and therefore ineligible for the subsidy, Monty argued that a large portion of the gravel applied to Osbourne Lane had been used as road base material, and should be subsidized. Public Works Manager Segsworth that he had reviewed the program in the light of this argument, and was recommending Council The approve greater subsidies to six of the 2011 lane upgrades, including Osbourne, saying, “although it is not way the Township builds roads, it could be ar8109 the Hwy 38, Godfrey ON gued that 5/8” granular material can be used as road base.” The revised 2011 total subsidy ($34,409) still falls well under Dual($40,000). Fuel the amount budgeted Models

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