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A crew from Crains’ Construction has been hard at work this week tearing through the rock hill behind what until recently was the parking lot at Sharbot Lake High School. A new Kindergarten to Grade 12 school will be built on the parking lot and into the hill. The project is scheduled to be completed within 12 months.

Ompah fire hall project survives Council vote but many questions remain by Jeff Green n a vote of 5-2, North Frontenac Council agreed this week to move the Ompah fire hall project forward, although there is still no guarantee about the size of the building or even that it will be built at all. Councilor John Inglis prepared a motion for Council’s consideration, in which he recommended that the township order a stage 2 environmental assessment to be initiated on the property that the township purchased for the project several years ago. At a cost of $27,000, the assessment will either give the property a clean bill of health, or it could determine that a clean up is required, at an unknown cost. The cost of the assessment will be paid for from about $400,000 that has been set aside for a fire hall. Included in that $400,000 is a commitment from the Ompah firefighters to raise $50,000 for the project. They have raised $42,000 thus far. In his original motion, Inglis called for a task force to be created to oversee the project, including the design and construction of the building, and that the township’s Chief Building Official (CBO) George Gorrie take on the role of project manager as well. Councilor Hunter said that delegating so much authority to a task force, which would be made up of members of the public and up to three members of Council, would lead to delays because a task force must come to Council for approval before taking any action. Township Chief Administrative Officer Cheryl Robson said that she asked George Gorrie about managing the project, and “he

said there may be a problem because it is his job as CBO to inspect the work from a neutral perspective.” Inglis agreed to changes to his motion to the effect that the task force will only oversee the building design, and that township staff will step in to put together any tender documents that are required. The motion was also changed to call for a project manager to be hired. Deputy Mayor Fred Perry, said Inglis’ motion “sort of puts the cart before the horse. Before we go out and build a 4,500 square foot building we should wait for our fire chief to tell us what we really need, and to make some decisions about what kind of services we are prepared to offer from Ompah, Snow Road, and Plevna.” Although he eventually supported the modified version of Inglis’ motion, Mayor Clayton also expressed the concern that the township would be better served if council waited until a new Core Fire Services bylaw is passed later this month. “We do need a fire station in Ompah, I have no doubt about that, but what size it needs to be, and what kind of equipment it needs to house is another question. It might be that we can renovate what is already there to provide the service we need to provide. I would suggest at least this - that the motion should be changed to call for a ‘fire hall solution in Ompah’ rather than ‘a new fire hall in Ompah’ because we don’t have all the information we require yet”, said Clayton. While Inglis agreed to the other proposed changes to his motion, he put his foot down when it came to whether the motion commits the township to a new building.

hough not one to boast, 13-year-old Brianna Sergeant of Sharbot Lake certainly could if it was in her nature. Brianna, who is entering grade eight at Sharbot Lake High School, has been studying karate at Sharbot Lake’s SLK Karate club since she was seven years old. On August 29 this year, she received her first degree black belt and is now Sensei Brianna - quite a feat for someone her age. In fact the only other person to do so under 16 years of age in the World Kobudo Federation in this district was her instructor Nicole Greenstreet. “Typically in the World Kobudo Federation practitioners under 16 grade for a junior black belt”, said Michelle Greenstreet, Nicole’s sister, who also instructs at the SLK club. Michelle attended Brianna’s grading at Perth District Martial Arts on August 29 in place of Nicole, who unfortunately was unable to attend. Michelle said, “We asked at the grading meeting if Brianna could grade at the same level as the five adults there, knowing exactly what she was capable of and the judges agreed. Brianna not only demonstrated that she was as capable as the adults, but in some cases surpassed them.” In fact, at the over threehour grading session, Brianna was the only practitioner who broke six boards in a row. She also demonstrated numerous drills, katas, self-defence sets, pressure points, take downs, throws, and spurring. Asked how she feels, Brianna said that she is “happy, proud and also relieved”. She is now looking forward to continuing her training and teaching at the club in

Sharbot Lake. She has since taught an adult class alongside Michelle and will also be teaching the after school classes at the club. The benefits of karate include overall health and fitness, increasing one’s ability to focus and overall discipline and increasing self confidence - all qualities that Michelle says Brianna has continued to develop over the years. “She really knows her stuff, has a lot of focus and determination, has put in a lot of time and has rarely ever missed a class,” Michelle said. “When she puts on her gi [karate uniform] and stands in front of

“That was not my intention in preparing the motion,” said John Inglis to Clayton. “I would prefer to let it stand as it is.” Councilor Wayne Good insisted that the motion clearly state that all costs that arise from the environmental assessment of the property, including the cost of using township equipment as well as any clean up costs, be taken off the $400,000 that is available for the project. When it came time to vote on the amended motion, Councilor Good and Deputy Mayor Perry voted no, and Councilors Watkins, Martin, Inglis and Hunter, as well as Mayor

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Frontenac County losing out in riding redistribution by Jeff Green n one sense it makes very little difference when riding boundaries change. Much of what both the federal and provincial governments do these days is done on a regional basis that transcend both municipal and riding boundaries. The federal and provincial governments both have Eastern Ontario Development Plans in place and health care in Ontario is increasingly being managed by 14 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINS), which also transcend political jurisdictions. For many readers, riding redistribution will only be noticed on polling day in October 2015, when instead of choosing from the candidates in Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington, they will either be voting in Lanark-FrontenacHastings or Belleville-Napanee-Frontenac if they live in South Frontenac. The Hastings-Frontenac-Lanark seat will be as safe a Tory seat as there is in all of Ontario, while the Belleville-Napanee-Frontenac riding will be more of a swing riding, so it might attract a bit more attention during elections. Does that mean Stephen Harper, Thomas Mulcair, or (dare we say it) Justin Trudeau might be sighted at Sydenham High School during the election campaign? No, but one or all of them may indeed show up in Belleville or Napanee. With a population of 18,000, South Frontenac will be the second largest jurisdiction in the new riding, but Belleville, with a population of 50,000, will be the population centre of the riding. With a combined population of over 30,000, Napanee/Loyalist/ Stone Mills will also over-shadow South Frontenac. Lanark County, with 65,000 people, will dominate the Hastings-Frontenac-Lanark riding. The vast territory from the Lanark/Frontenac border to Bancroft is sparsely populated, and does not include a single population centre of note, save Tweed and Bancroft, but even they have a combined population of only 10,000. At least residents of Central and North Frontenac are acknowledged in the riding’s name. The same cannot be said for Addington Highlands residents, who may rightly feel totally ignored. Aside from being orphaned in provincial and federal elections, the fact that Frontenac is split into three ridings, (Frontenac Islands remain part of the Kingston and the Islands riding) underlines a great problem for Frontenac County in general: its lack of identity. It has been difficult to promote Frontenac County as a destination, as a place to live, raise a family, and work, because people do not identify themselves as Frontenac County residents. When people say they live in Smiths Falls, Perth, or even Maberly, they generally then say their town is “in Lanark County”. When people say they live in Sydenham, or Verona, or

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Sharbot Lake, they generally say their town is “north of Kingston”. There is a difference. People do not talk about Frontenac County as a place. That is one of the challenges faced by the 150th anniversary celebrations the County is planning, and one of the opportunities as well, to finally bring some sort of cohesion to a disparate group of people who sometimes have very little in common. It’s a very long drive from the dark skies of Vennachar at the top of the county to Big Sandy Bay on Wolfe Island, but on the other hand it is a beautiful, varied drive as well - from the Canadian Shield landscape, through pastoral farmland, then crossing the Limestone City to the shores of Lake Ontario, onto the ferry and around Wolfe or Howe Island to view the north edge of the US. When those 150th anniversary celebrations come along,

will there be three MPs and 3 MPPs in attendance? Will all three help find funding for the celebration? When Frontenac County needs a voice at Queen’s Park, is it ok that our representative will come from Belleville, Carleton Place or Kingston? Will this hurt our chances of being noticed? Maybe not, but it certainly won’t help. Scott Reid made a commitment to the people of Lanark to try to unify Lanark into one riding. He did so because he knew it would be in their best interests. The converse is also true. Splitting Frontenac County into three ridings is not in the best interests of Frontenac County residents. This is something Frontenac County Council may want to address, and may want to bring forward to public meetings on riding redistribution that are scheduled for next month.

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onnie Watkins, centre, is the lucky winner of the Frontenac News North Frontenac/Addington Highlands Giveaway conest for this year. Lonnie put his winning ticket in the box at North of Seven in Plevna. He will have until Thanksgiving to spend $500 at one of the 9 participating merchants in the contest. He celebrated with hs wife Rhonda (to the left) and their two children. Sherry Gorrr, manager of North of Seven, is on the right.

Ompah fire hall - continued from page 1 set aside for the project, CAO Cheryl Robson told the News that a number of costs related to the failed fire hall-ambulance base project with Frontenac County have not come in from the County yet, and Council may want those costs taken off the $400,000 as well. Other notes from North Frontenac Council Disaster relief: The township will donate $100 to flood relief in Thunder Bay, consistent with similar donations for fires in Goderich and Slave Lake, Alberta in recent years. New floor and shelving at Clar-Mill Hall: Council approved the installation of new flooring and shelving at ClarMill Hall, at the expense of the Clar-Mill Community Volunteers. The township will cover insurance costs for volunteer labourers. Fire code compliance at community halls – the township has completed a fire safety inspection of its five com-

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Re: Ompah fire hall

n Sept 10 North Frontenac Municipal Council were asked to make a decision on the issue of the new Ompah fire hall proposal. On Aug 19, 160 taxpayers and constituents crowded the Ompah community hall to voice their overwhelming support for the construction of the new fire hall in Ompah. The meeting showed several things. 1) The people in the community support the project; 2) the funding exists to build the project; and 3) the building can be built at a cost within the budget. If the mayor or any councilors are considering the job in the future, be aware the constituents who attended the meeting on Aug. 19 will judge you on voting day. This you can be sure, we will make sure the constituents know how you treated them. You, Mr. Clayton, work for the people, not the other way around. We elected you and we expect honesty and integrity. Can the mayor, Bud Clayton, be trusted? We will soon see. On Aug 19 in front of 160 constituents the mayor vowed to support the new fire hall project in Ompah. Will he be the leader we elected and move to build this needed facility

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here were the ATVs? Where were the snowmobiles? The recent ceremony to mark the first phase of development for the South Frontenac portion of the K&P trail must have been a remarkably quiet event. Walkers, runners, cyclists and horseback riders were invited to join Frontenac County representatives in what sounded like a relatively low-impact and respectful use of the land. The article did make note of opposition among many adjacent landowners in the last section of the trail that is yet to be developed northward to Sharbot Lake, but failed to highlight one of the key reasons. Current plans aim to turn the K&P trail into a motorized track between Godfrey and Sharbot Lake, meaning that an endless stream of ATVs and snowmobiles would race by within metres of our homes, cottages and farms – deeply affecting our quality of life, property values and

peaceable enjoyment of our land. As an adjacent landowner, I have experienced first hand the low regard held for landowners throughout this process. But a new low was reached on the night of June 20 when Frontenac County Council voted in favour of the hostile expropriation of land in South Frontenac just to advance this trail. Apparently, for Frontenac County officials, if something is in the way of this trail, they will just take it. It's no wonder that opposition remains firm, and is set to grow. But it is not too late for Frontenac County Council to come to their senses and ban motorized use along the full length of the trail and work with adjacent landowners over their legitimate concerns. When that happens, it truly will be a "Good Day for Frontenac County." - Bill Murnighan

CF rejects “fishy” TV request

by Jeff Green

achelle Hardesty, the general manager of the Land O’Lakes Tourist Association (LOLTA), was a no-show as a delegate to Central Frontenac Council on Tuesday Night. It might have been just as well, as Council was not in a very generous mood in response to a request for funding support from LOLTA for a series of eight episodes of Fish TV to be filmed in the Land O’Lakes region over five years. In her written request, Hardesty included some tourist impact data that was generated using a software model provided by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, which estimated that the programs will bring in 9,000 tourists to the region, and up to $3,000,000 in spending per year for several years. The request was for a commitment of $5,000, to be paid either out of the 2013 budget, or over two years between 2013 and 2014. Mayor Janet Gutowski said that at least three other jurisdictions, North and South Frontenac and Addington Highlands, have made the $5,000 commitment, and that all

9 jurisdictions in the Land O’Lakes region have being approached. The Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDC) in Frontenac and Lennox and Addington are also being approached for a matching commitment, meaning that up to $90,000 will be put towards a partnership between the Land O’Lakes and Fish TV. “We’ve heard all this before,” said Councilor Norm Guntensperger, “from another outfit.” “I think you are referring to the Dimestore Fisherman, which did end up receiving funding from the CFDC, and were in the region in July, I believe,” said Mayor Gutowski. “I’m not sure why these people need our money to film a show that they will then sell to networks and advertisers,” said Guntensperger. “It all smells rather fishy to me. I don’t think we have a budget for this. I can’t support it.” With no other members of Council speaking in favour of the expenditure, Mayor Gutowski did a bit of bait cutting herself, and read in a motion to receive the proposal from the Land O’Lakes Tourism Association “for information” and take no further action on the request for funding.

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· Sincere sympathy to families of the following in the loss of their loved ones: Pauline Crawford on Sept. 1 and Ted Lansdell on Sept. 4. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. · Happy birthday wishes to Emma Fox who was six years old on September 8. · The storm on Sept. 8 took down a large tree, doing extensive damage to Ron Campbell’s cottage on Bobs Lake. Thanks to neighbours who helped clean up some of the mess. · A large crowd gathered at the Verona Lions Hall on September 9 to celebrate the life of the late Ted Lansdell, who was a Korean War veteran and owner of Verona Motors for 30 years or more. Several eulogies were given as well as services from the Albion Lodge, Harrowsmith and the Legion from Sydenham. The Reverend Patsy Henry officiated. Refreshments followed. · Tip this week – freshen laundry hampers by sprinkling baking soda over dirty clothes as they await washing.

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September 25. Early Bird at 7:15 p.m. For more information, call Sharon 613-372-1274 or Wayne 613-358-2533. · There will be a "Theme" Youth Dance for ages 9 to 15, sponsored by the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs at the Golden Links Hall on Friday, Sept. 28, 7–10pm. Come dressed in mixed matched clothing for a chance to win a $25 gift card. The cost is $6 per person. For information, call Sharon 3721274 or Wayne 358-2533. · The Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church is looking for vendors for their upcoming Fall Fair, October 27. Please call Brenda at 613-372-5504 or the church office for information. · Everyone is welcome to Rev. Oscar Simpson's "Country Church" on Friday, Sept. 21, 7 p.m. at the Portland Community Church in Hartington. Music by The Old Hims and The Mohawk Messengers. Refreshments will follow the concert. Freewill offering. For information call 613-372-2178. · Words to live by: "A life spent making mistakes is not only more honourable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing" - George Bernard Shaw.

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Jean Brown 613-336-2516 Georgina Wathen 613-336-9641 · The Labour Day weekend brought in lots of folks, some of whom included Joanne Robertson of Peterborough. Also our Harlowe folks hosted a fantastic pancake breakfast and a large crowd enjoyed another ever-famous Harlowe meal. The Inroads Studio tour created a lot of interest and visitors so all in all, it's been a busy time. Now the students are back to school and the birds are gathering on the wires. Great to see Mitchell Gurnsey back for a visit. · Rev. Eric Barr preached in our area on the long weekend; and the weekend before that Sarah Hale of Arden led worship at the Ompah/Plevna United Churches. · Folks are busily hunting geese, bears and dreaming of more hunting trips. Others are marking off their land boundaries - and really expecting folks to respect the fence lines and hunt courteously. – Jean.

CLOYNE - NORTHBROOK Marie Anne Collier

613-336-3223

· Preparations are beginning for the 2013 Flinton Relay for Life. A planning meeting will be held on Wednesday September 19, 7 p.m. at the Flinton Recreation Centre. Volunteers are needed in many capacities: committee leaders, assistants, team captains. Even if you can only help for a few hours, all volunteer help and contributions are welcome. To volunteer or for more information, call Carolyn Hasler at 613-336-8659. In 2010 the Flinton Relay raised $82,721, and in 2011, an astounding $130,180! · The rains were much needed but a bit late for our area. Driving south on Highway 41 toward Napanee, there are many areas of yellow, short cornstalks. Approximately 8-10 weeks are needed just to replenish our aqueducts and bring up our lake levels. · On Monday Sept. 17 at 1pm, the Cloyne & District Historical Society will host a presentation at the Barrie hall on the legendary Johnny Bay by his great-great granddaughter, Laura Schwager. The presentation is titled "Our Home and Native Land - As we have travelled, my Grandparents and I". All are welcome.

K F L A

Serving Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington

Sharbot Lake Site:

Bob Fisher 613-279-3078 Toll Free 1-800-266-7516 Fax: 613-544-6320 Email: bfisher@alzking.com www.alzking.com

Jennifer Clow

For Our Aging

9504 Road 38 Godfrey, ON K0H 1T0 T: 613-374-2023

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MISSISSIPPI Pearl Killingbeck

613-278-2127

· We six ladies from Mississippi had a lovely little get-together at Sylvania Lodge on Saturday to celebrate the 90th birthday of Edith Olmstead – a lovely luncheon and birthday cake. A little bit of sunshine on a rainy, rainy day. Many more, Edith! · Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Aileen Patterson, who passed away on Tuesday. · What a great Sunday morning at McDonalds Corners church. Lovely service from our Reverend Karen and lovely music for Fiddlers Sunday from fiddlers Paul Gemmill, Frieda McPhee, Bill McQuitty, Allan Stewart; guitarists Bill McPhee, Vic Tysic on keyboard and Grant McFarland. Also an excellent lunch was served after the service. · September birthdays I missed - Inta and Cheryl. Anniversaries: Barb & Dave, Craig and Brenda. · On Saturday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at Elphin Church, come and enjoy the eclectic music of EDGE - Anne Savage, Jeff Earl, and Graeme Crabb. Tickets are $10; 12 & under free, available from 278-2206; 278-2112 or at door. · Next Sunday, church will be in Elphin at 9:30 a.m. and it is Food Bank Day. · Smile – Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because it happened.

VERONA Debbie Lingen 613-374-2091 debbie@lingens.com · A new business opened its doors on September 10 in Verona. Hannah Orser has opened a Registered Massage Therapy Clinic on Main Street (right next door to Local Family Farms). Massage therapy involves a range of techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints of the body. Hannah told me that the benefits include decreased pain, increased relaxation and improved overall well-being. Massage therapy can be used in the treatment of both acute and chronic stages of conditions. You can make an appointment with Hannah by calling 343-363-5746 (this is a local number). · Can you spare a few hours a week to devote to fun? Morganne Edmison is starting units of Brownies and Guides in Verona and needs an Owl! An Owl is a woman who is interested in being part of girls’ lives once a week and who likes to play; someone who can spare about 10 hours a week at the most, who likes to be an artist, play games, sing, camp, be a scientist. If you think you have those qualifications and would like to be part of a great team, give Morganne a call at 613-374-1002 or e-mail veronagirlguides@hotmail.ca · Sympathy is extended to family and relatives of Ted Lansdell who passed away quietly at Providence Manor on September 4 at the age of 92. Loving husband of Irene (Graham) for 64 years, Ted was an outstanding member of the Verona Community. A Celebration of Life was held for Ted on September 9 and the Verona Lions Hall was packed with friends and family who remembered and honoured his memory. · The Quilting Group meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at Trinity United Church. 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The next meeting is Wednesday, September 19. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome to join the group, whether a seasoned quilter or a beginner. They have lots of patterns and ideas and there are always people to help with advice. For more information call Ann McDougall at 613 374-2516. · The Old Hims and the Mohawk Messengers will be playing at the Portland Community Church, Hartington. Friday, September 21 at 7 p.m. Refreshments. Freewill offering. For more information, call 613-374-2178. · Place your orders for apple pies. Trinity United Church Pie-Makers are holding their Annual Pie Sale. $9 per pie. Pies must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. Call Marilyn at 613374-2694. Pies must be picked up on Sept. 28. · Grandmothers By The Lake is hosting "An Evening Of Blues" on Sat. Sept. 29, 6:30pm at Rivendell Golf Club. There will be a buffet, silent auction, and dancing to Shaun Riley and

Sharbot Lake Veterinary Services 613-279-2780 Tuesday & Thursday 2 - 4 p.m. Emergencies: 613-376-3618

Sydenham Veterinary Services A.A.H.A Accredited Hospital

HIV/AIDS Regional Services (HARS) Free confidential counseling about HIV/AIDS, sexual orientation, injection drug issues. Education. Training. Pamphlets. Videos. Contact John MacTavish

HARS @ N.F.C.S. (613-279-3151) HARS in Kingston (613-545-3698, 1-800-565-2209)

✂ Antique Restoration ✂ Home Furnishing ✂ Slip Covers & Pillows

✂ Marine/RV Interiors ✂ Custom Designs ✂ Commercial Seating

Joshua Amlin 613-279-2117 upholstery.bay@hotmail.com 17597 Road 509, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0

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the Chrome Hearts! Tickets are $30 a person and can be purchased in Verona at Jitterbugs, Local Family Farms and Rivendell Golf Club; in Harrowsmith at Tiffany's Gift Shoppe; and in Sydenham at Memory Lane Flowers. All proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Grandmothers Helping African Grandmothers campaign. Information: call Marni at 613-374-9929.

MOUNTAIN GROVE

DENBIGH Angela Bright

613-333-1901 bright.a@gmail.com · The 6th Annual Denbigh Countryfest is this weekend! There are activities for every age with events running Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday at the hall and rink. A weekend bracelet is only $10; the dinner at the hall Saturday is $12 and the Gary Fjelljaard & Ryan Cook concert that evening is $20. There are posters up in the village and around the area with all the details. For information contact Janice at 613-333-2797. · Beginning September 15, euchre will be held on the first and third Friday, 7pm at the Denbigh/Griffith Lions Hall until November 16, sponsored by the Northern Lights Seniors. · As well, the Northern Lights Seniors will have a special presentation, Drivers Safety/65 Alive given by the local OPP, on Wednesday Sept. 19, after their monthly meeting at 1:30pm. · Library news! The kids program will run on the second Wednesday of every month from 6-7pm. All children are welcome to join. Books, DVD's and magazines arrive at the library weekly and two new DVDs are The Hunger Games & The Lucky One (based on Nicholas Spark's book).

OMPAH Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com

613-479-2570

Don’t forget the September Birthday Bash on Wednesday September 19th at the Ompah Community Hall. Bring your favourite pot luck dish, and celebrate all the September birthdays in our community. 6 pm

ARDEN Joan Moore Wanda Harrison

ning shoes and hand weights (soup cans will do), plus a .25 cent donation to the Rec Committee. Classes will run for 12 weeks. Call Gloria at 613-335-2188 for more information. · Thinking of you Dwayne Matson, Nancy and Clark Gaylord, Joanne Carrothers, Ken Clark, Mary and Arthur Lightstone.

613-335-2015 maple_leaves02@yahoo.com 613-335-3186 harrisonwanda@hotmail.com

· The Arden firefighters would like to thank everyone who attended the BBQ and Open House Saturday. Along with the great burgers there were lots of yummy desserts. The firefighters were available to answer any questions regarding the fire department rules about permits and burn times, and they were eager to display their fire and survival suits, the Jaws of Life and other pieces of equipment necessary to keep us all safe. Also on hand was their new mascot. Seems that a tame white duck has adopted them. · This Saturday Sept. 15 is the Arden Legion’s Annual Car Rally. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Arden Legion are planning a breakfast from 8am till noon complete with bacon, sausage, French toast and eggs any style for only $5. Then at 11am the Car Rally begins. Also during the day at the Legion, there will be a variety of games, open mic and soup and sandwiches. Plan to spend part of your day there and enjoy all the various activities. · The sign-up sheet for the Arden Legion’s upcoming Winter Olympics is now posted at the Legion. · The Arden United Church will begin their Bible Study discussion group Mon. Sept. 17, 7pm at the Arden Church. The group's future meetings are Sept 24, Oct. 1, 15, 22 & 29. · The Arden Glee Club will entertain the residents at Moira Place, in Tweed, Thurs Sept. 20. · Diners begins Tuesday Sept. 18 at noon sharp. If interested please call Betty at 613-335-5410 or Wanda at 613335-3186. · Fit 'n Fun begins its fall session Tuesday Sept. 18, 9am at the Kennebec Rec. Centre. Bring water, towel or mat, run-

Marilyn Meeks

613-335-4531 email: marilynarchie@sympatico.ca · Sympathy to the family of Edward Lansdell (Ted) beloved husband of Irene. · The Kennebec Heritage group wishes to thank everyone who helped make their bake sale a success. · The Land O’ Lakes seniors will hold their September meeting on the 12th at the Olden Community hall starting with a potluck at noon. Come and have fun! · Euchre players enjoyed a potluck supper on Sept. 4 in Arden Community hall at 6pm, then cards at 7:30pm.Thanks to everyone who helped in any way. · Land O’ Lakes seniors were recently invited to a Sharbot Lake seniors meeting and a potluck dinner at noon. Guest speaker was a lady who gave information on the "SMILE" program, which is to help seniors stay in their own home. · Happy Birthday to: Ken Brown, Stuart Mitchell, Madalyn Quillan, Boyd Tryon, Brent Warren, Carol Hawley, Verna Cowdy, Della Dunham. · Happy Anniversary to Glen & Mary Howes, Keith & Irene Hawley, Don & Pam Larmon, Art & Thelma Shaw, Don & Linda French · Thinking of Fred & Joyce Smith, Bruce Scott, Art Clow, Beverley Hayes, Andy Armstrong. · This sign was hanging in a restaurant along Highway 7: “A hug is a great gift --one size fits all!”

PLEVNA Katie Ohlke ohlkek@limestone.on.ca

· Fri. Sept. 14, 7pm the Ompah United Church hosts a fundraising musical bash with Gilbert Whan and "The Country Church". All are welcome. Light refreshments, free-will offering, come for a great evening of music at the church. · Then Saturday Sept 15 is Jack's JAM at the Clar-Mill Hall from 2 - 9 pm. Potluck supper served at 5:30 p.m. Bring a dish to share. If you play a musical instrument, sing or dance, join in the fun and entertain the crowd. · Also on Sat. Sept 15, is the Ompah Volunteer Firefighters ATV Run. The firefighters will be joining the Ride For Dad campaign to raise funds to help fight prostate cancer. Starts: 9 -10 am, $ 40 ride, dinner & prizes; $25 ride & prizes; $15 dinner only. Lots of great prizes! Double "S" Sports and Marina: 1-866-661-4939, doubles211@gmail.com · Sept. 18, the Clar-Mill Community Volunteers will hold their monthly meeting at the Clar-Mill Community Hall at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. · Next Friday, Sept 21 is the Bingo Fundraiser for the ClarMill volunteer firefighters at the Clar-Mill Hall from 7-9 pm. There are cash prizes. · Plevna Joke of the Week: Katy "How is an English teacher like a judge?" Andrew "They both hand out sentences."

613-279-2802

Walk Ins Welcome as time permits. Professionals to serve you.For an appointment, please call Sue, or Janet 1045 Village Woods Dr. Sharbot Lake

Sharbot Lake Family Health Team

P.O. Box 70 1005 Medical Centre Road Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 Tel: 613.279.2100 Fax: 613.279.2872

September 10, 2012

Thursday, 6 September 2012

LETTER TO PATIENTS OF THE SHARBOT LAKE FAMILY HEALTH TEAM:

TO ALL MY PATIENTS:

I would also like to advise patients that Dr. Okuda Taylor will be joining the Sharbot Lake team in January to work collaboratively with Brenda Bonner, myself and our team of allied providers.

MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula

613-325-1354 karenprytula33@gmail.com

· The ABC Hall extends a special invitation to all area women to come out tonight, Thursday, Sept. 13, 7 pm, to meet their neighbors and discuss women’s issues in a caring, empathetic environment with encouragement and support from other women. For information please contact Freda 613273-2571. Please bring a water bottle. · Children aged 5 to 11 years are invited to join the “Saturday Seekers” on Sat. Sept. 22, from 2 to 4 pm, at the ABC Hall to meet other area children, hear stories from the Bible, sing, play cooperative games and learn about Christianity. The program will run Saturdays until Nov. 24 and is sponsored by the Althorpe-Bolingbroke United Church. Please call Freda Russell 613-273-2571 to register your children. · Community Pot Luck and Music Jam at ABC Hall: Bring your friends and family to the first potluck of the fall season on Saturday, September 15. Dinner will be served at 5 pm and the entertainment provided by local performers, and open mike music, begins at 6 pm. Future pot luck/music jams are planned for October 20 and November 10. · The CPHC Heartwise Senior Exercise Classes will start again at the ABC Hall on Mondays from 10 to 11 am beginning Sept 17. These sessions, led by certified volunteer instructors, will include warm-up, low impact aerobics, various exercises for muscle strengthening and balance, cool down and stretching. Information: Joyce at 613-273-3832 or rayjoyce@rideau.net. · Karate is being offered again this fall. The registration deadline is September 28 and classes will begin Tuesday, Oct. 2 at Glen Tay Public School. Classes are: Beginner (6 – 7 pm), Intermediate (7 – 8 pm) and Advanced (8 – 9 pm), and will run until December. For further details and prices contact Sue McPhee at (613) 264-1915. · The Table Community Food Centre, 190 Gore St. East, Perth, will be running three free programs for the community. 1) Simply Good Food Community Kitchen is a free weekly drop-in cooking group on Wednesdays from 10 am – 12:30 pm for individuals and families living on limited budgets to come together to cook and eat a good meal. There will be guest speakers, discussions and food demos. Beginner and experienced cooking levels welcome! Information: Naomi, 613-267-6428, ext. 6; naomi.thetable@gmail.com 2) After School Program: kids 8-12 to grow, prepare and enjoy healthy food and engage with food system issues. September - January, February - June, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3 - 5:30pm, info: Coral Sproule, 613-267-6428, ext.6; coral. thetable@gmail.com 3) Dads and Kids in the Kitchen - where dads and their kids

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OPP Stuff the Cruiser OPP Food Bank Drive to support the North Frontenac Food Bank

Sharbot Lake Family Health Team

I would like to express my appreciation and thanks to Dr. Piotr Oglaza for his work with the FHT over the past 2 years. All team members join me in wishing him well as he moves further south in January to join Dr. Laurel Dempsey at the Verona Clinic.

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I write to let you know that I will be leaving the Sharbot Lake practice as of 31 December 2012. Dr. Peter Bell has kindly agreed to assume the care of my patients, and so, your continuing care will be turned over to him pending a replacement for my position. Your clinical records and all relevant information will remain at the Sharbot Lake site with Dr. Bell. The transition will be a smooth one, and you will be in very good hands. Dr. Bell will assume your care as of 1 January 2013.

We are also very pleased to welcome occupational therapist Nicole Bobbette to the team. Amongst other things, she has been working with Michelle Greenstreet to resurrect the popular seniors’ Exercise Life Style program this fall.

Let me say how much I have enjoyed my time here at Sharbot Lake with you, my patients, and the staff. I will miss the daily interactions with all such fine people.

Thanks

Sincerely,

Peter Bell MD CCFP Lead Physician SLFHT

Piotr Oglaza MD Family Physician

I wish you all the very best.

Saturday September 22, 10am – 3pm Freshmart, Sharbot Lake

Roaring Reptiles

A fun family event to be enjoyed by kids of all ages! Come see your favourite reptiles with Lil’ Rays Reptiles and see all the mighty machines like fire engines, police car, construction vehicles and much more. Presented by: Northern Frontenac Community Services Centre, and Community Living North Frontenac.

Free Event - Free BBQ Saturday September 15, 2012 11:00am-2:00pm St. James Major Catholic School Sharbot Lake, Ontario North Frontenac

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Maberly - from pg. 5 hang out and cook up a storm! Grandpas also welcome. For children ages 8-12 and dads of all ages! Pre-registration preferred to ensure food is sufficient for each session. Sept. 18 to Dec. 4, Tuesdays 6 to 8pm. Info: Mike, 613200-0045; mike.thetable@gmail.com · An Afternoon of Exploration! Fieldwork Collective is a public space that brings together a collection of art installations. It is located in the field across from 2501 Old Brooke Rd. near Maberly. New work will be installed on Sep. 15, 3pm – 5pm. Twice a year Susie Osler and other artists bring together art that invites visitors to explore the surrounding environment and in some cases participate with the art exhibits. Drive by and see what’s there! For more information visit fieldworkproject.com

PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal 613-375-6525 mrsteal2u@hotmail.com · Condolences to the Crawford family on the loss of Pauline Rose; also to Camerone and Marianne Thurott on the loss of his sister. Also to the Good family on the passing of Vaughan's mother. · Congratulations to Andrew Fazackerly, Michael Tarasick and Scott Meldrum on their recent marriages. · Thinking of you to Gordon Hole, Nial & Madeline Clark, and Levi Ducharme. · Congratulations to Harry Neadow's team for winning the A division against Colleen's Characters. The B side was won by Tina's team of All my Children after narrowly beating Brett Harvey's team. Good to see all the players from the past back in action, believe it or not....they still got it!!! (barefeet and all - eh Brett!!) Although the rain caused a few delays, it was a fun tournament for all involved and hopefully we aren't all sick with a cold this week because of playing in the mud and rain!!! It was great that Lisa and Bob were there to present the plaques to the winning teams. Lisa dedicated this year's tournament to Uncle Wayne who passed away earlier this year. What a great idea. Thanks to the other teams participating: Lesley Pickard's team, Jim Lowery's, Jordan Lowery's, and Lisa Hamilton's teams. It definitely is

Eat the Chili and Keep the Bowl Y ou are invited to join with the Bell Rock community in celebrating the completion of the upgrading and modernization of its community hall. The renovations, without which the old schoolhouse building was no longer sustainable, were made possible by the Ontario Trillium Foundation with a generous grant of $67,000 as well as $23,000 from Frontenac Community Futures Corporation. The project started in the spring of 2010, and was successfully brought to completion in February 2012. Bell Rock is now able to extend its community program from euchre, yoga and summer camp to dramatic, musical and culinary events throughout the year. First among hard to cheer on only one team as there were relatives on all teams so it made for a great day for everyone involved. Thanks for the donations to the raffle table the proceeds from this year's tournament will be split between District #4 Fireman's Association and District #4 Recreation Committee's park project...see y'all next year!!! · Family and friends held a surprise 50th birthday party for Sandi Closs on Saturday. Happy birthday Sandi! · Happy Birthday to Brenda Whan, Shirley TImmerman, Darrell Hannah, MaryJoy Neadow, Bob Teal, Kristy Babcock and Joan Crea. Happy Anniversary to Jim & Bonnie Lowery. · Sympathy to the Gilpin family of Crow Lake. · A reminder about the celebration of life for the following people this weekend: the late Brian Clark of Parham; the late Bud Ducsharm of Tichborne, and the late Donna Vinkle Ladouceur of Sharbot Lake. · Reminder about the roast beef supper this Saturday at the Parham United Church from 5 - 7 pm. · Also on Saturday is the Roaring Reptiles and Mighty Machines show at St. James Catholic School from 11 am to 2 pm. · The Pat Mahoney Memorial Fishing Derby is on Saturday Sept. 22 from 7 am to 6 pm at Gull Lake. · There is a Turkey Bingo for United Way on Sept. 27 at the Oso Hall at 6:30 pm.

DINERS is… ...a hot nutritious noon time meal with good food, fun and friends. We invite friends and newcomers alike over the age of 50 to join us as our season resumes in September on the...

18th in Kennebec

~ Arden Community Centre

19th in Bedford

~ Bedford Hall on Westport Rd

26th in Sharbot Lake

~ The Maples Restaurant Advance reservations are required. Call Northern Frontenac Community Services at 613-279-3151

$10.00 a meal. Transportation Available

Rural Kingston Family Health Organization

...caring for rural families in Frontenac and Lennox & Addington. Lakelands Family Health Team Sydenham Medical Clinic

Newburgh Clinic Tamworth Medical Clinic

September 13, 2012 submitted by Bob Brown

these is Chili in a Bowl on September 22, where you can eat the chili and keep the bowl. These beautiful bowls have been created by Tim DeRose of Wilton Potteries and are collector’s items, outstanding examples of the ceramicist’s art. In addition, there will be a lottery of hand crafted pottery donated by Tim DeRose and Karen Taylor. Try your luck, and eat your fill, while filling your ears with music by “Toute Ensemble”, Debbie Twiddy & Anne Archer. A limited number of tickets are available at Verona’s Family Farms and Asselstine Hardware or by phoning 613-3742344. The cost is $20 per person or $35 per couple.

Other events planned for the fall and winter include a production by the BellRock Schoolhouse Theatre: “Here Come the Cows or Never Say Moo in Bellrock” directed by Doug Mclntyre on October 13 & 20, and Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” on December 15. “Big Band” will play on November 17, the Frontenac Women’s Chorus will once again sell out the house on December 1, and “Love Letters” will be performed on January 28 by well-known professional actors Caroline Hetherington and Fred Euringer. And more to come! Stay tuned for what’s new from the Old Schoolhouse, where the action is!

Protecting your kids online upcoming “Safe Surfing Seminar” at St. James Major S by Julie Druker

t. James Major Catholic School council is hosting a “Safe Surfing Seminar”, which is open to all parents and guardians in the community. The aim of the seminar is to help parents and guardians protect children as they surf the Internet and it will take place on Mon. Sept. 24 at 6:30pm in St. James Major Church Hall in Sharbot Lake. The seminar coincides with the school’s fall open house and it will be the first time that the school has offered this kind of seminar to parents. It is being presented by Susan Laughton of Kidproof Canada. The goal of the seminar is to help adults understand what children are doing online and to become aware of the risks associated with the Internet and a number of social media sites used by children including Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. “By becoming aware of the risks, parents can help reduce those risks and be confident that their children are able to enjoy the positive things that the Internet has to offer

them”, said the school’s vice-principal, Nienke Hoedeman. The seminar was initiated by the school council and though not precipitated by any current incidents in this community, members of the council recognized the numerous instances of illegal use of the Internet by dangerous groups and / or individuals as well as its inappropriate content for children. The seminar will give parents and guardians the tools they need to reduce the risks to their children. The seminar for parents and guardians will be preceded by an Internet safety workshop for students at the school, also presented by Kidproof Canada. For more information about Kidproof Canada visit www.kidproofsafety.com or call the school at 613-279-3300. The school will be providing child care for parents wishing to attend the presentation. St. James Major Catholic School is located at 14608 Highway 38 in Sharbot Lake.

Stuff the Cruiser! for the food bank T submitted by Southern Frontenac Community Services

hanksgiving is just around the corner. This fall, you can make a difference and help make this time of year special for all! On Saturday, September 22, OPP Auxiliary Constable Jeremy Saunders, with fellow officers Auxiliary Constable Travis Thompson and Auxiliary Sergeant Andy Mouck, will be parking OPP cruisers at Trousdale’s Foodland in Sydenham, at Reid’s Foodland in Verona, and at the Freshmart in Sharbot Lake. Your task? To help fill the cruisers with nonperishable food items. The food collected will support the food banks operated by Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation and in Sharbot Lake. The food banks, coordinated solely by volunteers, receive no government funding and are totally supported by donations of food and money from local churches, schools, organizations and the general public through events such as Stuff the Cruiser! Like Partners in Mission in Kingston, SFCSC follows the guidelines of the Ontario Association of Food Banks. This means we do

ask for client financial means assessment to ensure that those truly in need are the ones that can access the food bank. All food bank clients (singles, couples and families) receive a 5-7 day supply of non-perishable items; plus bread, milk, eggs, fresh fruits and vegetables once a month. We also enclose tips on healthy eating and recipes. More than 60 families access the food bank each month. This represents a 75% increase over last year. Latest statistics show that 72% of people that turn to food banks do not get the recommended daily quantity of fruits and vegetables and that is the reason fresh fruits and vegetables are added to food hampers. Stuff the Cruiser! takes place on Saturday, September 22 between 10 am and 3 pm at: Trousdale’s Foodland on George Street in Sydenham; Sharbot Lake Freshmart; and Reid’s Foodland on Road 38 in Verona. For more information, contact Jennifer Linton 613-376-6883, SFCSC at 613-376-6477 or Jeremy Saunders at 613-353-7692.

Sharbot Lake Family Health Team Verona Medical Clinic

Dr. Laurel J. Dempsey, Dr. Sandra Cowan, and Dr. Laing McFadzean wish to announce that

Annie Campbell RN Has joined the Verona and Tamworth Medical Clinics on a full-time permanent basis as of September 2012.

Join us for our Annual General Meeting

Ms. Campbell will be specializing in chronic disease management and care of the elderly. Ms. Campbell brings years of experience as charge nurse at Providence Manor in Kingston, and a good knowledge of the Verona and Stone Mills communities.

When: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 8:00 am to 9:30 am: breakfast included

Ms. Campbell looks forward to caring for our rural communities in partnership with the Tamworth and Verona Medical Clinic Staff in the years to come.

Guest Speaker: Olivia Groenewegen, Limestone Organic Creamery

Tamworth Medical Clinic 52 Concession Street South, RR#1 Tamworth, ON K0K 2G0 Tel. 613-379-2946

Verona Medical Clinic 6582 Hwy 38, PO Box 160 Verona, ON K0H 2W0 Tel. 613-374-2077

Where: Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Verona Sands Road, Verona

Please RSVP by September 14, 2012 by email: sue@frontenaccfdc.com or call 613-372-1414, 1-888-372-9962

FRONTENAC Community Futures Development Corporation

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Arden firefighters Open House & BBQ O by Julie Druker

Jeff Matson and volunteer fire fighter Leigh Baese with Jennifer Matson and Mena Scott

Full service travel agent comes to Frontenac County by Jeff Green

n an age when many travelers choose to book their own travel arrangements online, “It isn’t until they run into problems that they realise the benefits of working with a licensed travel agent,” says Carrie Borer, a full service travel agent who works with Flight Centre Associates to book flights, tour packages, and other travel products. “I have worked as an International Travel Consultant for more than 17 years. I strive to make holidays as comfortable as possible for everyone, especially clients with special needs. I have helped plan many international wedding groups, honeymoons, cruises, Disney trips, and all inclusive and customized vacations,” said Carrie Borer. Borer will be working with her son, Erik Zierer, as they set up a full service office from her new home near Sharbot Lake. They both are Travel Insurance Council of Ontario (TICO) certified travel agents, and Erik is also a graduate of Mohawk College's Travel and Tourism program. Borer encourages potential clients to compare the pricing and features that she can offer with those offered by popular online services. “I can often offer better pricing and always offer less risk for clients, because when a carrier or tour operator does not honour their commitment, my clients have someone to call,” she said. There is no risk associated with calling Carrie Borer. If she can’t match the pricing of another offer, there is no obligation to book with her. Over the years she has also continued to further her travel education and keep up with new travel legislation. She recently successfully completed a TICO travel Counsellor and Supervisor course and is a certified travel agent in Cuba, Mexico, Hawaii, and Disney theme parks. “I am excited for the opportunity to meet the many residents of the Frontenac regions and look forward to helping people plan their trips, reunions, group incentives or even just weekend getaways. With my son Erik we will offer the highest customer service and care,” she said. Office hours are Monday to Friday from 10 am to 4 pm; evenings and weekends by

appointment. Call 613-305-3151 or email carrie.borer@flightcentreassociates.com to contact Carrie or arrange a home visit.

n Sept. 1, Captain Jeff Matson, who has been a volunteer fire fighter for 30 plus years, flipped the burgers at Arden's Station #1, where members of the community braved the rain and winds to enjoy a free lunch and to get to know the local volunteer fire fighters in their community. The fire fighters set up a number of displays to acquaint the public with their gear, which included their bunker gear, tools for auto extrication, ice and water rescue gear, medical bags and defibrillators They also opened up the rescue unit #15 truck, a vehicle that houses living quarters for volunteers when they are out on a call and require relief when fighting fires. Also on view was their class A pumper, which can hold 1000 gallons of water. Mixed with foam it can be transformed into 4000 gallons. The fire fighters also answered questions from the public regarding burn bans and general safety. Fire fighter Leigh Baese said that the fire fighting team is like a second family and said that the event is a great way for the public to get to know their local fire fighters. The fire fighters will be continuing their Alarm for Life campaign, in which they visit homes door to door to ensure they are equipped with working fire alarms for the upcoming winter season.

OPP Fraud alert: Phoney bank inspectors

he Ontario Provincial Police is receiving many reports of financial scams targeting seniors and other vulnerable people across the province. In this scam, individuals claiming to be investigators from one of Canada’s chartered banks convince victims to withdraw funds for use as evidence in a bogus theft investigation involving bank personnel. After the money is withdrawn and handed to the phoney bank inspector, the victim is told to go home and wait for a call confirming the money has been re-deposited in their account. Unfortunately, that call never comes. In several recent cases, seniors were defrauded of thousands of dollars. Remember, neither your financial institution nor a police investigator will ever ask you to withdraw money from your account or assist with an undercover investigation. However, it is also vitally important that such incidents be reported if they do occur, to allow police to investigate and charge the perpetrators. If you suspect you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, contact your local police service, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-4958501, or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) and report the crime.

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Portland District & Area Heritage Society

Didn’t it rain, children, talk ‘bout rain S by Julie Druker

harbot Lake Farmers Market vendors Pat Furlong of Elphin Gold Farm and Janet Ducharme of Johnston Lake Organics poke pooling water off their tarp at a very wet and windy Saturday farmers market at Oso beach on September 8. Despite the day-long deluge, which was welcomed by many local producers, over 45 shoppers braved the wet and the wind to do their regular shopping at the beach. Shoppers were greeted on their arrival by a round of applause from the vendors, who showed their appreciation.

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by Ken Brown The big news for the heritage society is the signing of a three-year lease with South Frontenac Township for the use of the Old Limestone School in Hartington. At present the school will be used for artifact storage, meetings, general working area, paper Doug Lovegrove, Irene Bauder, Barb Stewart, Homer Card, and Brian Norris. Ken Brown workand genealogy archives. We ing at the Hartington schoolhouse to prepare it for the historical society. Photo by Ken Brown have been busy moving items by for a chat or were seeking/giving information on their heriin, cleaning and doing general tage. maintenance. Coming up on September 19 at 6 p.m. Bellrock Hall is the The Strawberry Social in June, Canada Day in Harrowsmith, the Cattail Festival in August and the Garlic Fest in Septem- site for our annual potluck supper. There is generally a pretty ber were all very successful. Thank you to all volunteers for good turnout of members and, of course, it is open to those their work, and a special thank you to all those who stopped with an interest in preserving their heritage. So bring your favourite potluck contribution and join us for supper. The last General Meeting for 2012 will be held on Wed. Oct 17, 7 p.m. at the new/old meeting room in the Hartington Limestone School. Thanks to all those who helped the Portland District Heritage Society have a great 2012.

Land o'Lakes Fall Lodge Tour O

n September 22, the Cloyne area will be hosting a Land o’ Lakes “Lodge Tour” between noon and 5pm. For $20 you can visit five lodges and three lakes off Hwy 41 on Hwy 506 and receive a "Stay & Play" Discount Booklet. The tour features pontoon boat rides, refreshments, and special attractions at each lodge. Discover our region with 5,000 lakes and 5,000 adventures! Relax shore-side and take in spectacular views on this tour. You can purchase tickets by calling-1-800-840-4445, 613-336-8818 or by email info@lol.on.ca. Pick up your tickets prior to September 22 or that day at the LOLTA office, 113047 Hwy #7, in Kaladar.

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n Sunday Sept. 23, Walk Your Paws For LAWS (Lanark Animal Welfare Society). LAWS is having severe financial problems and has had to turn away animals for the first time in its history. They are Lanark County's only animal shelter and survive solely on private donations, receiving no funding from any level of government. A fundraising walk for the society will be held at the Carleton Place Arena, rain or shine, 10am-3pm, with registration at 9am. There are 2k, 5k, 10k routes with prizes for top fundraisers and all funds will go directly to LAWS. Water and refreshments will be available along the route for two and four-legged participants. Pledge forms are available online at www.lanarkanimals.ca or call 613-283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Rd., Smiths Falls

Gary Lentz with his team at the very first Countryfest in 2007. Photo submitted by Angela Bright

Denbigh Countryfest this weekend D

on’t miss Denbigh Countryfest, Fri - Sun. Sept. 14, 15 & 16. Friday night is a Cafe & Music Night at the hall, 6:30pm. Saturday is a full day with a threshing demo, children’s games, bouncy castle, logging games, open mic, capped off with a dinner at the hall followed by Gary Fjellgaard and Ryan Cook in concert at 8pm. Then on Sunday at noon is the Horse Pull. Admission for the weekend is only $10, excluding dinner, which is $12, and the concert $20. For advanced concert tickets, call Paul at 613-333-2776

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Emergency First Aid and CPR know-how can save lives M by Julie Druker

ark Halladay, who owns and operates his own emergency training service, had a full house at Oso Hall in Sharbot Lake on September 8, where 24 members of the community spent the day learning how to respond to various emergency situations. The group was comprised of staff from local organizations and businesses, including Northern Frontenac Community Services, the Sharbot Lake Seniors Home, the Sharbot Lake Dental Clinic, Dunham Transportation

in Ompah, Thompson Bus Lines in Mountain Grove, and the Sharbot Lake Pharmacy. The course also attracted local individuals who were not associated with any group or business but who also wanted to know how to respond in emergency situations. Halladay spent the day teaching the ins and outs of emergency first aid, which covered infant, child and adult CPR;

conscious and unconscious choking; defibrillation; how to respond to victims of strokes and heart attacks; bleeding control techniques, and the use of Epi-pens to treat anaphylactic shock. Statistics show that that knowledge of emergency firstaid and CPR goes a long way in saving lives. The course was provided by the St. Lawrence College Employment Service in Sharbot Lake.

When literacy goes digital in the lives of young children

and what technology is shared with children, but also how we offer technology to young children. In the words of the NAECY and Fred Rogers Centre position paper, “Passive use of technology and any type of screen media is an inappropriate replacement for active play, engagement with other children, and interactions with adults.” (www.naeyc.org/files/ naeyc/file/positions/PS_technology_WEB2.pdf )

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by Susan Ramsay, Early Literacy Specialist for Hastings, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington; sramsay@klandksills.ca hat is a parent to do? We have heard the news. Both the Canadian Paediatric Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics have looked at the research linking television and screen time with healthy child development. Their recommendations? Children who are two years old or younger should watch no television or other digital screens. Daily screen time for preschoolers should be no more than one to two hours. (www.caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/limiting_screen_time_at_home; Media and Children from American Academy of Pediatrics, www.aap.org/en-us/advocacy-and-policy/ aap-health-initiatives/Pages/Media-andChildren.aspx ) For many parents and caregivers these statements have been challenging to accept. Especially in this digitally explosive age of tablets, iPods, digital cameras, smart phones, computers, Skype and YouTube, is it possible to shelter our young children from screens? Screens now include more than televisions, videos or DVDs. Recognizing that screen technology is ubiquitous, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the Fred Rogers Centre, after three years of study, published a position paper to guide early learning and childcare educators’ use of technology in classrooms and programs. Their paper offers insight for parents, grandparents and caregivers too. Children learn through real-life exploration, creative play, physical activity, conversation and social interaction. “Access to technology tools and interactive media should not exclude, diminish, or interfere with children’s healthy communication, social interactions, play and other developmentally appropriate activities with peers, family member and teachers.” (NAEYC and Fred Rogers: Technology and Interactive Media as Tools in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Firth through Age 8, www.naeyc.org/ files/naeyc/PS_technology_WEB.pdf ) What does this mean? It means that the selection of any developmentally appropriate technology for preschoolers must be paired with a focus on how that technology is used. Parents, for example, can enhance their child’s learning by exploring a bird call website with their child to help identify the bird they just heard. Parents might also play with their child using a tablet art program to discover what colour can be made by mixing red and yellow on their screen. This type of screen time can support children’s thinking, language and fine motor skills, especially when reinforced and compared with mixing colours using play dough, paint or coloured water. Conversely, parents or caregivers who frequently encourage their child to keep busy by sitting quietly in front of the television, or by playing their computer or video games alone, are creating stumbling blocks to their child’s healthy social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Though early childhood educators are discouraged from using any technology with infants and toddlers in their programs, the authors of the position paper recognized that there may be a few developmentally appropriate uses of technology for infants and toddlers at home. Parents and toddlers may use Skype to communicate with family. They may view digital photos and talk about the pictures together, or share e-books. But even these screen experiences, they advise, need to be used judiciously, echoing our physicians’ warnings. As parents and caregivers we can ask ourselves:

Does the technology and electronic media my child uses build his or her social relationships and nurture conversation? Does it require my child to interact and engage rather than become passive or act in repetitive mindless ways? Does exposure to technology match my child’s developmental needs? Parents and educators are encouraged to think not only about if

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Pat’s Kitchen I

THE FRONTENAC NEWS by Julie Druker

f you’re someone like me who greatly benefits from handson learning, Pat’s Kitchen is the place for you. Pat Ward has studied and practiced cooking both locally and internationally and offers cooking classes at her home near Hartington. On Sept. 8, I joined her Thai Cuisine dinner class with four other

Pat’s Lemongrass Mushroom Soup with Shrimp 8 cups chicken stock 3 stalks lemongrass, bruised and thinly sliced diagonally 3 kaffir lime leaves, torn into small pieces 10 thin slices galangal root 3 tsp fish sauce, or to taste 500 g white button mushrooms sliced 2 hot chilies (green or red), bruised 2 limes juiced, or to taste 18 shrimps, remove tails salt to taste 6 stalks cilantro, chopped for garnish 6 green onions, sliced thin diagonally for garnish In deep stock pot, bring chicken stock to a gentle boil. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal root, fish sauce, mushrooms. Simmer until mushrooms have softened. The soup can be held at this point until ready to serve. Remove from heat, just before serving add shrimp after steaming them first. Let simmer for a few minutes, not over cooking the shrimp. Add lime juice, adjust seasoning by adding more fish sauce or salt. When serving in individual bowls do not include the lime leaves, chili or lemongrass. Garnish with cilantro leaves and/or green onions. Serves 6. You can adjust the number of shrimp for your serving size.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC TRAFFIC DELAYS – ROAD #38 Starting Tuesday, September 4th, 2012, there will be lane reductions on Road #38 at Hardwood Creek Bridge, south of Bellrock Road. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.

REQUEST FOR TENDER #2012-16 Replacement of Township Entrance Signage The tender closing is Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. See our website for details.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #P06-2012 For Engineering Services for Bedford Patrol Yard Improvements The RFP closing is Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 at 1:00 pm. See our website for details.

PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE AND FEDERAL GAS TAX PROJECTS The Township of South Frontenac is hosting a Public Open House and Official Opening for Federal Gas Tax funded projects on Saturday, September 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Public Works Facility at 2490 Keeley Road, Sydenham. There will be a barbeque with the proceeds going to the United Way. Donated non-perishable food items will be accepted for Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation. The Keeley Road garage will be open for the public to tour and to view equipment. Children will have the opportunity to sit in the equipment. See our website for details.

CLOSING OF MASSASSAUGA WASTE DISPOSAL SITE The Massassauga Waste Disposal Site will be closing permanently effective September 28, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #REC07-2012 For The Replacement of Protective Surfaces At Listed Play Structures The submission deadline is 1:00 pm, Friday, September 21st, 2012. Proposals received later than the stated date and time will be returned to the proponent unopened. See our website for details.

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fans of Thai food also wanting to broaden their weekly dinner roster. The class included the preparation and consumption of five Thai dishes representing a typical Thai meal, beginning with appetizers of fresh Thai salad rolls, a lemongrass mushroom soup with shrimp, mango salad, a main entree of red curry chicken with coconut milk followed by a dessert of flamed bananas with rum. Pat started by introducing us to all of the ingredients, focusing on the more exotic ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal root, chili pepper paste, fresh cilantro, fish and chili sauce, and green and red chilies. She explained where to buy the ingredients and how to store them. The fun began when we were given aprons, cutting boards and knives and began preparing the menu L-r: Marie McKenna, Shelley Grant, Pat Ward, Gerda Murphy, Tina McFarlane by bunching it up in a tight ball before chopping it and then items, tackling each one at a time while working around a granite-topped island in the kitchen that scrunching it up into a paper towel to remove the excess water. She demonstrated how to prepare the lemongrass for makes a perfect central hub. As we work, different conversations develop, all focusing the soup by using just the bottom third of the stalk and slicing of course on food. Pat keeps everything moving along and it open lengthwise so that it gives up its flavors more easily. jumps in often with her expert skill, demonstrating for exam- She explained that a sweet white onion is the best choice for ple how to break the whole cooked shrimps midway through the mango salad since it offers a milder flavor when eaten their curve so that they lie flat in the rolls. She explained how raw. The most rewarding part of her class, of course, is sitto store the fresh rolls in the fridge if you want to make lots ting down to enjoy the bounty. Pat exudes a love of food and cooking and she says that and eat them at a later date. She explained how the jasmine rice used in the main course should be rinsed in water her business is much more about sharing that love than until it runs clear to remove the excess starch. She demon- making a buck. Upcoming this fall are a number of classes. strated how to chop fresh herbs like cilantro more effectively Visit www.patskitchen.ca or call 613-374-1366

Art work commemorates five churches I

n a special third anniversary service for the Land O'Lakes Emmanuel United Church on Sept. 9 at the Cloyne United Church, painter Don Wise unveiled a painting he created to remember the five churches, Flinton, Northbrook, Kaladar, Harlowe and Cloyne, which once made up the pastoral charge. Now, just the Cloyne church remains though it has been up for sale for the last year. The Harlowe and Flinton churches have been closed and sold; the Northbrook church while still owned is used as a clothing boutique; and the Kaladar church has been out of use for a number of years and is currently used as an apartment residence. While a committee has been appointed to undertake relocating the congregation elsewhere, it was felt that now would be a good time to create an artwork that could commemorate the five buildings before the last is gone. Wise, who has been a member of the congregation since 1968 and who is also a member of church’s finance committee, said, “We thought that with the closing of the buildings we could come up with a painting to commemorate the buildings as a keepsake and also as a way to raise funds for the church as well.” A self taught artist who has been painting for decades, Wise created the 20x 26 inch oil painting from photos of the five separate buildings. “It was difficult to come up with a design where I could put the five separate buildings on one canvas”, Wise said. He decided to paint the buildings in a past time and so depicted the five buildings on an old dirt road. The piece, which took him roughly four months to complete, includes a number of older cars. Also depicted in

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the work is long-time member of the congregation, Gordon Wood, who can be seen approaching one of the churches on the left side of the painting. While it was initially planned to auction off the work to the highest bidder, that plan changed and instead prints will be made, which will be available for sale. Rev. Judith Evenden said that no matter where the congregation ends up, the painting would travel with them. Anyone wanting to purchase a print can call the church office at 613-336-2655 or email revlole@bell.net

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Assessment increases Saving tomato seeds muted for the next D four years O by Jeff Green

ver the past four years, property values across the region rose at less than half the rate they did in the previous 4-year period. That was one of the points made by Bev Disney from the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) when she appeared at a meeting of North Frontenac Council this week. Disney came to inform Council that ratepayers throughout the township would be receiving notices in the coming days about their property valuations. These values, based on MPAC's determination of the value of each property as of January 1, 2012, will be phased in over 4 years. Each year, local municipalities determine municipal taxes by multiplying the tax rate that the local council sets by the property assessment value that MPAC provides for individual properties. While Disney said that the average increased value for waterfront properties throughout the region (Lanark, Frontenac, and Lennox and Addington Counties) was only 15% between the last assessment date, January 1, 2008, and the 2012 assessment, in North Frontenac itself the numbers are a bit different. The average increase in North Frontenac is higher 23.1% for year-round single-family dwellings on water, and 24.6% for seasonal dwellings on water. The overall average increase for residential properties in North Frontenac was 10.9% for the period. This means that the share of taxation in North Frontenac will continue to shift towards waterfront ratepayers. Any tax increases will be doubled for them, and even if the local tax rate remains flat, the average waterfront ratepayer will see a 6% increase in taxes each year while non-waterfront ratepayers will see an increase of only 2.5%. In addition to bringing this global information, Bev Disney talked about improved service for individual ratepayers. Assessment notices, which will be coming out late this week in North Frontenac, will include information to enable individuals to access aboutmyproperty.ca, which includes information about some of the features that MPAC took into account in assessing each property. Property owners are encouraged

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Rinse a few times, pouring off the rinse water. Dump seeds into a fine mesh strainer and rinse well, using your fingers to dislodge gel that sticks to the seeds. Write the name of your tomato variety on a paper plate or coffee filter and dump your seeds onto it. Make sure that the seeds are in a single layer so they dry well and don’t get moldy. Set labeled seeds aside for a few days to dry completely. Once your seeds are completely dry, put them in an envelope, small baggie or other container to store. Label them properly and store in a cool, dry place. When stored properly, tomato seeds will germinate reliably for up to 10 years or even more. While most tomato seed savers use this fermentation approach, you can also try the “non-fermentation” method. Slice the tomato in half horizontally. Scoop out the seeds and place them on the paper towel. Note that each seed is enclosed in a gel-like sac. As you spread the seeds on the paper towel, space them so that they're one-half to one inch apart from each other. When placing each seed, gently press the gel into the paper to disburse it a bit. After arranging your seeds on the paper towel, set your paper towel on wax paper or plastic wrap, and move to a warm, dry environment. The towel will wick moisture away from the seeds quite quickly. Allow several days drying time. Once the towel and seeds are completely dry, separate the towel from the wax paper and fold the towel so that the seeds are on the inside. Use the top outside of the folded towel to label your seeds. Store the seeded towel in a relatively airtight container at room temperature. When it is time to plant the seeds, you can plant the paper towel and all in your pot. Next August, you will be enjoying this same great taste.

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id you grow a tomato you loved this summer? Try saving its seeds so you can enjoy the same great taste next year. Select a tomato you loved. There is no point saving seeds from an inferior plant. It will result in inferior tomatoes next year. Save seeds from tomatoes that are: · open-pollinated or heritage plants. Seeds saved from hybrid tomatoes won't come true. · fully ripe, but not over-ripe. · the best-looking, best-tasting fruits on the plant. Slice the tomato across the tomato, not from stem end to blossom end. Squeeze the seeds and surrounding gel into a plastic or glass container. Pour 2-3 inches of water over the seeds in your container. Cover the container with plastic wrap and poke a hole in the centre. Label your container and set it in a spot where it won’t be in the way or disturbed too much. Let it sit for 2-3 days until you see white mold growing on top of the water. This is a sign that the gel coating surrounding the seeds has broken down. This process will smell bad. Pour off the mold and as much water as possible and any seeds that are floating as they will not germinate.

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SOCIAL NOTES CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Ducsharm, Howard “Bud” Retired Alcan Employee Member of Royal Canadian Legion #560 Suddenly on August 10, 2012, Howard Ducsharm of Tichborne. Dear father of Brenda Roud (Allan), Barbara Cripps (Tom), Judy Dempster (Stephen) and Grant Ducsharm (Lynn). Sadly missed by 13 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Also survived by his sister Audrey Wyman of Montreal. A celebration of Bud’s Life will take place at 2pm on Saturday September 15, 2012 at Sharbot Lake United Church followed by interment at Oconto Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Sharbot Lake United Church would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to KingstonCataraqui Cremation Services, 613384-3245. OBITUARY

CHURCHILL, James Ronald Ron passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, in hospital, Perth, on Tuesday, September 4, 2012. James Ronald Churchill, of Ardoch, at the age of 49 years. Ron was the cherished husband and best friend of Elaine Churchill (nee` Ferguson), for over 24 years. Loving and respected father to Robert (Jessica) Mitchell, of Carleton Place, Shannon (Trevor) Foster, of Almonte, and Hanna-Lyn Churchill, of Perth. Grandpa’s memory will be cherished forever by Owen, Madison, Molly, Sam, and Serenity. Ron was also the loving son of John “Jack” Churchill, and his wife Beverley, of Perth. Predeceased by his mother, Patricia McIntyre, in 1995, his infant sister Joanne, in 1957, and by his in-laws, Berniece and Ron Ferguson. He will be sadly missed by his siblings; Joyce Churchill, Joseph (Sandra) Churchill, and Lynn (William) Crawford, all of Perth, as well as John “Jackie”, (Doreen) Churchill, of McDonald’s Corners. Ron will be fondly remembered by his brothers-in-law; Donald (Sandra) Ferguson, of Ardoch, Kevin (Margaret) Ferguson, of Sharbot Lake, and Ronald Ferguson of Almonte, as well as his many loving nieces and nephews. Ron was very blessed throughout his life to have many good and dear friends, and his family is grateful for the outpouring of love and support, throughout Ron’s illness. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Ron’s Life will take place on Sunday, September 23rd, at 2:00 p.m. at Clar-Mill Hall, in Plevna, Ontario. To honour Ron’s memory, donations to the North Frontenac Fire Department, would be greatly appreciated. Mr. Churchill’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082.

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ANNIVERSARY

Tait, Barbara (Barb) Lyn

Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary

Passed away after a courageous battle with Leukemia, on Tuesday September 11, 2012 at the age of 45. Beloved spouse of Rob Bloxham and stepmother of Chloe, Ryan and Charlotte. Loving daughter of Mary Jeckel (Dave Johnston) and the late Helmut Jeckel. Cherished granddaughter of John and Mary Banbula. Lovingly remembered by many relatives and friends. A Celebration of Barb’s Life will be held at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Thursday September 13th at 2 p.m. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time. Memorial donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada would be appreciated. For online condolences please visit www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.

The family of Ted Lansdell wishes to thank all the friends and neighbours for the wonderful send off they provided for Ted at the Verona Lions Hall Sept. 9th. We would especially like to acknowledge the Verona Lions Club for providing a beautiful hall, the Albion Lodge branch 109 and the Royal Canadian Legion branch 496 for providing a send off suitable for a man of faith and a veteran; Rev Patsy Henry for her uplifting words, and Marg Smith for the beautiful musical accompaniment for Ted’s day. We cannot thank enough the Verona community led by Joyce and Doug Casement with their dedicated group of volunteers for providing food and refreshment for the multitude of family and friends who attended the Celebration of Ted’s Life. To all who attended, sent cards and well wishes, we were deeply moved by the expressions of love and sympathy shown by all. We are truly blessed to live in a community such as this. FUNERAL SERVICES

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Gone is the face we loved so dear, Silent is the voice we loved to hear; Too far away for sight or speech, But not too far for thought to reach. Sweet to remember him who was here, Who, gone away, is just as dear.

ack from holidays, refreshed and ready to cook! Our west coast visit was pretty inspirational, so I’ll be sharing with you some of my favourite ideas by and by. But for now, nothing sings louder than the vivid fall fruits and vegetables that are coming into season hereabouts. One of the most pleasing to both eye and palate is a ripe Ontario peach. This is one of those recipes that showcase the excellence of seasonal fruit grown close to home. A warm, sun-ripened peach can scarcely be improved upon, but if ever you wanted to try, this recipe would surely be a contender. It’s a biscuit-type shortcake made with buttermilk, an ingredient unrivalled for the loft and tenderness it gives to baked goods. The shortcake is accented with nutmeg and cinnamon, which adds a subtle warmth and brings forward the wonderfully vibrant peach flavour that only in-season fruit possesses. The trick with peaches is to catch them when they’re perfectly ripe. They don’t develop flavour after being picked, although they do soften and become more aromatic. At their peak, they’re so perfectly luscious, they put imported peaches to shame. If you can, opt for freestone peaches: their flesh comes easily away from the stone, making quick work of preparation. You also don’t need to fuss with peeling peaches – the tender skin adds a pleasing rosy colour, not to mention the peel-locked nutrients that are such a bonus. Don’t forget to visit your local farmers’ markets regularly for the rest of this all-tooshort harvest season. You (and they) will be richly rewarded. Bon appétit!

Sadly missed and never forgotten. Olive and family

WARM PEACH SHORTCAKE

Art & Clara Clow September 13, 2012 Love, from your family BIRTHS

It’s a Girl! Rachel is proud to announce the safe arrival of her baby sister Zoe Lorna Tryan, born July 23, 2012. Proud parents are Shaun Tryan and Colleen Gray. Proud grandparents are Brian and Virginia Gray of Mountain Grove and Boyd and Connie Tryan of Arden.

IN MEMORIAM

Thank You - Kellar

Thank You - Lansdell

CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Mervon A. Kellar would like to express their sincere appreciation of family, friends and neighbours for the phone calls, flowers, cards, visits, donations and food brought to their home. Special thanks to Maschke Funeral Home, Northbrook for the lovely lunch served at the Lions Hall, Northbrook. Sincerely, Annabel Kellar and family, Cecil & Sheila Hawley and family

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Allen, William (Bill) In loving memory of a husband, father, grandfather, who passed away September 16, 1987.

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Smith I remember my special Dad & mom with much love: Wellie - August 28, 1985 Zelda - September 29, 1992 At rest in God’s garden

The streams of life keep rolling on, But still the vacant chairs Recall the love, voices and smiles Of the loved ones who sat there. Forever in my heart, Dorothy

Garnet Sproule In loving memory of Garnet Sproule, who passed away Sept. 20, 2011. Dearly missed and remembered by his wife, sons, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren and great grand children. All through life you knew that God was with you You worked hard all your days, Then came a serious illness And God put his arms around you He whispered in many ways Your work on earth is done Come with Me to heaven Your battles have been won You didn’t want to leave your loved ones But God said that he would see That each one would be in His care So you finally did agree. Our hearts were broken, the day you left. Hard working hands are now at rest. But we know for sure, as God has said When He comes He takes “THE BEST” We miss you every day. Barbara, Darwyn, Dalton, Angela and Karen and families.

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SHORTCAKE: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray. In a small cup, combine 1 tbsp. sugar with 1/4 tsp. cinnamon. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together thoroughly 2 c. flour; 1/2 c. sugar; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. grated nutmeg; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon. Cut 1/2 c. cold, unsalted butter into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss this with the flour mixture to coat. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter into pea-sized pieces; make a well in the middle. In a small bowl or a measuring cup, take a fork and whisk 2 large eggs to lighten them; pour them into the centre of the flour mixture. Add 3/4 c. buttermilk. Whisk the egg and buttermilk together with the fork, then draw in the flour mixture and mix gently but quickly until a dough forms. Turn into the prepared pan and level with a spatula. Brush 1 tbsp. butter, melted over the shortcake, then sprinkle with the reserved cinnamonsugar mixture. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cake springs back when pressed lightly. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack. (If making the day before, cool it completely and wrap in plastic wrap; store at room temperature.) PEACHES: In a small bowl, stir together 3 tbsp. brandy (or substitute 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice and 2 1/2 tbsp. apple juice) and 1/4 c. golden raisins. Let stand 20 minutes to plump. Prepare 4 large ripe peaches (about 700 g) by cutting the flesh off the pits and making 1/2-inch slices, cutting end-to-end. In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp. unsalted butter. Add the sliced peaches and cook over medium-low heat about 6 minutes, or until peaches begin to soften. Reserve 1 tbsp. of the soaking liquid from the raisins; pour the raisins and their remaining liquid into the skillet. Add 1/2 c. light brown sugar; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon. Raise the heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently, until the peaches are glazed and nearly tender, about 8 minutes more. TO SERVE: Whip 1 cup whipping cream with the 1 tbsp. reserved soaking liquid until soft peaks form. Slice the shortcake into two layers horizontally (a serrated knife is ideal). Slide the top layer onto a plate; slide the bottom layer onto a serving platter or cake stand. Spoon the peaches over the bottom layer, top with the top layer. Cut into wedges and serve with whipped cream.

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september 13, 2012

South Frontenac Committee of the Whole

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AUTOMOTIVE KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. Buy & sell cars; parts for imports. Install motors, transmissions. Good tires, 11520 Hwy 41; 613336-9899; 613-885-8644. 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

FLEA MARKET

TONI’S AND JP’S FLEA MARKET - 6107 Hwy. 506 at Ardoch Road, everyone welcome. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 613-479-0341.

FOR RENT ARDEN. 2 BEDROOM DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT for rent. All inclusive. Available Oct 1/2012. $900.00 per month. Please call 613-335-3878 2 BEDROOM LOWER LEVEL HOME, bright, in Parham, $900 inclusive, heat & hydro included, satellite, laundry facilities, handicapped accessible. 613-375-8210. KALADAR 2 BEDROOM APT. Heated, available immediately. Call 613-336-9429 LOOKING TO SHARE MY OFFICE SPACE in downtown Sharbot Lake with another professional on a part time or full time basis. Price is negotiable. Can include office equipment, furniture and even use of receptionist if needed. Please call Anne-Marie at 1-855-241-2220 SHINER STORAGE: boats, trailers, campers, indoor /outdoor dry u-lock units, security fence. Boat storage $250. Phone Jim Shiner 613-3362641

FOR SALE 50 LB. BLACK OIL SUNFLOWER SEED, $24.99. SAT SEPT. 15 ONLY, while supplies last. No rain checks. Only at Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona, Ph. 613-374-2851 FIREWOOD For Sale, $90 per cord. Delivery available, 613-279-1973 RENT-TO-OWN A BELL TV HDTV SYSTEM for as little as $5.53/mth. Call Doug’s Antenna Sales for details. 613-374-3305. www. dougsantenna.com WOOD HEAT SOLUTIONS. 2012 Fall Rebate Sale! Factory incentives up to $1100 OR instant rebates up to $600. Call for more information. Your Local Central Boiler dealer. Frankford, ON 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613

GARAGE/YARD SALES

SPYGLASS COVE, 1016 Schoolhouse Rd. Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 8am-7pm. CD player, collector bottles, stone carvings, glassware, desk, sewing machine, high chair, tools, etc.

HELP WANTED

PART-TIME BARTENDER REQUIRED, Royal Canadian Legion Br. 425. For more info please call 613-279-2178 or send resume to: Ty Seeley, Box 313, Sharbot Lake, ON, K0H 2P0.

FREE KITTENS!

Ginger, Tabby, Black, White & Grey. Very cute. Call 613-279-3268

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HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Harrowsmith: Firearms course, Oct 19 & 20. Hunter Education, Nov. 2 & 3 (in time for season). Wild Turkey license examinations. Call Bill at 613-335-2786 HUNTER SAFETY AND FIREARMS COURSES. Turkey Examinations. Please call for course dates and details. Call Richard 613-336-9875.

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 DRYWALL AND PLASTER REPAIRS. Professionally trained. Drywall installation, old fashioned quality, three coat hand finishing. Free estimates. Call Rick at 613-375-8201. FINE CONSTRUCTION, prop. John St. Aubin, Frontenac area. For an estimate call 613-3756582. www.mindspan.net/construction GUY WITH PICKUP; Denbigh area; general jobs, junk cleanup and disposal, pickup & delivery. Call Pete, 613-333-1428 HANDYMAN WITH TRUCK; general labor, Junk Pickup/Disposal, Minor home repairs & local pickups/deliveries. Call 9-5 Mon-Sat. 613279-1901 HOMESTYLE WEDDINGS. Minister Judie Diamond helps design your ceremony and performs the marriage at location of your choice. 613-375-6772 LAUGHING DOGS RE-TREAT. Home-style, kennel-free dog boarding, 1052 Stinchcombe Rd., Parham. Call Robin now to book 613-2140873 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, the Annex (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. Colour copies 65¢ each. Taxes extra. Call 613-279-3150 for information.

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by Wilma Kenny Treasury Department: Treasurer Louise Fragnito noted that the recently renewed township insurance covers buildings, machinery and vehicles, liability for township and council, and accident insurance for volunteers. However, the township has no insurance for its 48 bridges and large culverts, which are valued at almost $7 million. Fragnito noted that recent damage to a single bridge is costing the township $100,000. Council agreed that insurance coverage of bridges, for a premium of $13,421/year, is a good idea. Fragnito presented a draft of a reserve policy, developed by the corporate services committee, which organizes the township reserves into four categories and sets target values and criteria for the use of reserves and reserve funds. The primary objectives of reserves are to safeguard and maximize existing assets, finance new capital assets, ensure stable and predictable levies, and provide for operating emergencies. Presently, South Frontenac has almost $14 million in reserves, all of which can now be listed on two pages. MPAC coming next week: Throughout this last spring and summer, MPAC has been preparing new assessment information, which comes into force for the 2013 – 2016 tax years. The updated assessments for South Frontenac property owners are due to be mailed out September 13. Township Zoning By-law: Planner Lindsay Mills presented a proposed ‘housekeeping by-law” to update the zoning maps and correct small errors and omissions that have been noted over the past seven years. Mills noted that in order to bring the by-law into

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TOWNSHIP OF ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS PUBLIC MEETING TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands will hold a Public Meeting to consider a "Fees and Charges By-law" for the Township of Addington Highlands Fire Departments for emergency and non-emergency incidents (i.e. Inspections) and to amend Schedule "A" of By-Iaw #0191/2006 being the Burning By-law, respecting fees associated with the Fire Department‘s response for outdoor fires. The public meeting will be held on September 17, 2012, at 19:00 in the Township Hall, 222 Hwy 28, Denbigh, Ontario; AND THAT interested parties may contact the Clerk, Jack Pauhl by e-mail at clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca or by phone at 613-336-2286, for information or for a copy of the proposed By-laws; AND THAT any person who attends the public meeting shall have the opportunity to make representations in respect of the proposed Bylaws. Dated this 24th day of August, 2012.

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TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC PUBLIC NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell parts of the 66’ shore road allowance as set out and described as follows:ALL THAT PART of the shoreline road allowance around Marble Lake lying in front of Lot 27, Concession 8, geographic Township of Barrie, in the Township of North Frontenac, in the County of Frontenac described as Part 2 on Registered Plan 13R-18544 (Baillie, et al); ALL THAT PART of the shore road allowance abutting Kashwakamak Lake and adjoining Lot 18, Concession 6, geographic Township of Barrie, in the Township of North Frontenac, in the County of Frontenac described as Parts 4 and 5 on Registered Plan 13R-20345 (Shepherdson-Hutchinson). The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting at the Snow Road Community Hall, 14073 Road 509, Snow Road, Ontario, on the 24th day of September, 2012 at 1:00 p.m., and at that time, the Council will hear in person, any person who claims that his land will be prejudicially affected and who applies to be heard. Dated this 21st day of August, 2012. Jenny Duhamel Clerk

conformity with the intent of the Official Plan, zoning had to be applied to all lakes and waterbodies to prohibit floating boathouses and house boats. Council recommended the terminology in the Recreational Resort Commercial zone needed to be made more consistent. SHS addition: Mills reported that the Limestone School Board is still planning to build an addition to Sydenham High School, which will include a theatre, gym, computer lab and food services classroom. Public Open Houses re Waste Disposal Sites: Council received detailed reports of the comments from these two well-attended meetings, which were held in August. Both seem to have provided excellent opportunities for improved communication between residents and township staff.

Jack Pauhl, Clerk Township of Addington Highlands

Northern Frontenac Community Services Family Counsellor Regular Full-time Employment 35 hours per week Job Summary: • Provide Client Counselling • Provide Group and Education Programs • Build and Maintain Relationships with other Service Providers Requirements: • Bachelor of Social Work preferred or other relevant post-secondary education and 5 years related work experience • Knowledge regarding cognitive behaviour therapy and other counseling techniques • Skills in negotiation & conflict resolution • Knowledge of rural issues • Ability to handle crisis situations in an effective manner • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle • Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check Closing Date: September, 2012

Noon, Friday, 14

Electronic Submissions will be accepted (MS Word or PDF Format Only) and may be sent to damos@frontenac.net. Subject message – Family Counsellor Applicants may also mail or fax a resumé to: Don Amos, Executive Director Northern Frontenac Community Services Box 250, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2565 (fax) damos@frontenac.net

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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 elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events and their details should be independently verified by readers.

St. James Major Catholic School, sponsors: Northern Frontenac Community Services & Community Living North Frontenac. WINTERGREEN STUDIOS dinner & public reading by Lawrence Hill, author of “The Book Of Negroes”, 6pm, reserve: 613-273-8745; wintergreensdtudios.ca

Thursday September 13

GREATER MADAWASKA SENIORS HOUSING Annual General Meeting with BBQ & Entertainment, 3pm, Matawachan Community Centre, all welcome. HARROWSMITH - TURKEY DINNER, Golden Links Hall, 4:30-6; $13; Barb 372-2315; sponsor: Odd Fellows and Rebekahs SYDENHAM - CENTENARY SERVICE. 175th Anniversary St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 10am.

Sunday September 16 BOLINGBROKE – NEW WOMEN’S GROUP, all area women invited, ideas welcome, ABC Hall, 7pm; info Freda 613-273-2571; sponsored by the ABC hall. LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB Pine View Free Methodist Church, Cloyne, 7pm, topic: “Hostas”; plants for purchase.

Friday September 14 HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE Golden Links Hall 7-10pm, $6, for ages 9-15; Sharon 372-1274; Wayne 358-2533; sponsors: Odd Fellows & Rebekahs, OMPAH - MUSICAL EVENING w/ Gilbert Whan & “Country Church”, United Church fundraiser, 7pm, refreshments, free-will offering

Monday September 17 CLOYNE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 1pm, Barrie hall. Laura Schwager shares stories of her Mohawk heritage and great great grandfather, Johnnie Bay; all welcome. PLEVNA – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Clar-Mill Hall, appointment: 613-279-3151.

Fri – Sun, Sept. 14, 15 & 16,

Tuesday September 18

DENBIGH COUNTRYFEST – Annual Country Fair: Friday Cafe & Music Night, 6:30pm; Sat. games, dinner, concert by Gary Fjellgaard & Ryan Cook, 8pm. Sunday Horse Pull, noon. weekend pass $10; dinner $12; concert $20; advanced tickets 613-333-2776; 613-3332240. sponsor: Denbigh Rec Committee

BOLINGBROKE DINERS, ABC Hall, noon, for seniors or anyone with disabilities, reservations required: Barb 273-6307 FRONTENAC COMMUNITY FUTURES DEVELOPMENT CORP. Annual General Meeting, 8–9:30am, Verona Lions Centre; RSVP by Sept. 14: sue@frontenaccfdc.com; 613372-1414 HARROWSMITH - TUESDAY LUNCHES, St. Paul’s United Church, 11:30-1pm, $5, soup, sandwich, beverage, dessert KENNEBEC DINERS, noon, Arden community hall, for those 50+, $10, reservations required: 613-279-3151 PLEVNA - FITNESS CLASS, Clar-mill Hall, 6:30-7:30pm, $2 PLEVNA - CLAR-MILL COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS monthly meeting, Clar-Mill hall, 7:30pm, all welcome. SHARBOT LAKE – TEA & TOAST, United Church, 9-10am, $2, all welcome

Saturday September 15 ABC HALL POTLUCK/MUSIC JAM, Bolingbroke, potluck 5pm; Open Mic music 6-10pm; info: Glenn Russell 613-273-2571. ARDEN LEGION CAR RALLY. Breakfast 9am $5; rally $10, registration 10am, starts 11am, games, darts, bake table all day, Open Mic 2:30pm; soup & sandwich 4pm $4 ELPHIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, concert by “Edge” (Anne Savage, Jeff Earl, Greme Crabb), 7pm, $10, 12 & under free, tickets 278-2206; 278-2112 or at door, refreshments ENTERPRISE – “CONNECT”, ladies coffee break, Camden Gospel Assembly, 9:30-10:40am, theme “Daughter of the King”, refreshments, games, fellowship, all welcome. FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets held every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach; Verona Lions Club MABERLY - fieldwork 5th anniversary; Opening of new artworks 3-5pm, free. Barn party w/ Good Right Arm Stringband, & King of Swingers, 7:30pm $20, reservations requ’d: 613-268-2024; fieldworkproject@ gmail.com; 2501 Old Brooke Rd. NORTHBROOK - CELEBRATION OF YEARS IN CANADA. The Nussbergers, Susanne Lauper & the Weisshaupts invite the community to celebrate their years in Canada with them, at the “old carwash”, 12531 Hwy 41, starts in the afternoon, potluck dinner 6pm; info: Ursula 613-336-2889 OMPAH VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS ATV RUN supporting “Ride For Dad” - Help Fight Prostate Cancer, start 9-10am $40 ride, dinner prizes; $25 ride, prizes; $15 dinner only; register Double “S” Sports and Marina 1-866661-4939; doubles211@gmail.com; PARHAM - ROAST BEEF SUPPER sponsored by the United Church, 5-7pm, $12; 6-12 yrs $4; under 6 free; family $25 PLEVNA - JACK’S JAM, toe tappin’ Country & Bluegrass Music, Clar-Mill Hall, 2-9pm; potluck supper 5:30pm; musicians, singers, dancers welcome Sponsor: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers. SHARBOT LAKE - WORK BEE AT THE CABOOSE, Elizabeth St. All day, starts 9am; detail painting & other jobs. Bring paint brushes & gloves; 279-2777 SHARBOT LAKE - ROARING REPTILES & MIGHTY MACHINES; Lil’ Ray’s Reptiles, fire engines, police cars, construction vehicles, & more, free event & BBQ, 11am-2pm,

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Wednesday September 19 BEDFORD DINERS, noon, community hall, for those 50+. $10, reservations requ’d: 613279-3151 FLINTON RELAY FOR LIFE 2013 – Planning meeting, 7pm, Flinton Rec Center, volunteers needed, all welcome; call Carolyn 336-8659 MABERLY - ICE RINK PUBLIC MEETING, community hall, 7pm, to discuss the future & options for the Maberly ice rink NORTHERN LIGHTS SENIORS, special OPP presentation – Drivers Safety/65 Alive, 1:30pm, Griffith Lions Hall, all welcome OMPAH – COMMUNITY POTLUCK & BIRTHDAY BASH, community hall, celebrate September birthdays in our community, 6pm PORTLAND & DISCTICT HERITAGE SOCIETY, annual potluck supper, 6pm, Bellrock Hall, all welcome VERONA - QUILTING GROUP, Trinity United Church, 9am-noon, beginners welcome; info Ann 613-374-2516.

Thursday September 20 SYDENHAM – SENIORS EXERCISE (VON SMART program), 10-11am, Grace hall; $4 class ($40 session); info 613-376-6177

Friday September 21 ARDEN LEGION - KARAOKE, 7:30pm-midnight GRIFFITH - EUCHRE, 7pm Lions Hall, sponsor Northern Lights Seniors. HARTINGTON - GOSPEL SING, 7pm, Portland Community Church w/ The Old Hims, Mohawk Messengers, freewill offering, refreshments, info: 613-374-2178 NORTHBROOK - NEW OLD TYME FIDDLERS, 7:30pm, Lions Hall, $6 non-members, $5 members, entertainers $2, lunch, prizes. All welcome PLEVNA – BINGO FUNDRAISER for ClarMill volunteer firefighters, 7-9pm, cash prizes, Clar-Mill hall

SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7 pm, pork chops SHARBOT LAKE - YOUTH DANCE: Oso Hall, for grades 5 to 9, $6pp, 6-9 pm, sponsor: Northern Frontenac Community Services SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB meeting, 7:30pm, Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd

Saturday September 22 BELLROCK HALL - CHILI-IN-A-BOWL fundraising dinner. 5:30pm, dinner $20 or two for $35, includes hand-made bowl by Wilton pottery, music by Debbie Twiddy & Anne Archer BOLINGBROKE – “SATURDAY SEEKERS”; for 5-11years; 2-4pm, Bible stories, singing, games; Saturdays to November 24; sponsor: Althorpe-Bolingbroke United Church, register: Freda 613-273-2571. DENBIGH - CHILDREN’S CONCERT by the Wallaces, “Adventures in Art & Music”; community hall, 2pm, music, puppets, cartooning, Bible stories; sponsor: Vennachar Free Methodist Church; info: Angela 613-333-1901 FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets held every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach; Verona Lions Club LAND O’ LAKES FALL LODGE TOUR, Cloyne area, off Hwy 41 on Hwy 506, noon-5pm; visit 5 lodges/3 lakes, $20; boat rides, refreshments, special attractions at each lodge, 1-800-840-4445; info@lol.on.ca OPP STUFF THE CRUISER EVENT to support local food banks, 10am-3pm at Sharbot Lake - Freshmart; Sydenham – Trousdale’s Foodland; Verona – Reid’s Foodland

Sat & Sun, Sept. 22 & 23 FRONTENAC OLD TIME MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIPS. Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-6pm. Singing. Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle and banjo. Competitions open to all age groups; monetary prizes & ribbons; $10 per category; guest artists both days; admission $8; $7 seniors & students; $20 families; proceeds to music programs in local schools; info Clifford 613-3585370; Mary 613-545-0906. www.frontenacoldtimemusic.com

Sunday September 23 WALK FOR LAWS (Lanark Animal Welfare Society), Carleton Place Arena, 10am-3pm, pledge forms www.lanarkanimals.ca; 2k, 5k, 10k routes

Monday September 24 SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151. SHARBOT LAKE - SAFE SURFING SEMINAR on internet safety & awareness, St. James Major Catholic School, free event for parents; babysitting available, Open House & BBQ 6pm; Seminar 6:30pm; info: 613-2793300, all welcome

Tuesday September 25 HARROWSMITH - CASH BINGO Golden Links Hall, early bird 7:15; Sharon 372-1274; Wayne 358-2533 sponsor Odd Fellows & Rebekahs LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS meet 9am, Pineview Free Methodist Church, Cloyne (lower level). new quilters welcome; info: lolqinfo@ gmail.com

Wednesday September 26 HARROWSMITH - PUBLIC MEETING re loss of post office & location of community mailboxes, 7pm, St. Paul’s United Church; info: 613-372-2525 RURAL WOMEN’S GROUP, 1:30-3pm, Southern Frontenac Community Services, 4419 George St.; free transportation avail: 1-800-763-9610, all women welcome VERONA – BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, Lions Hall,3:30-6:30pm, appointments recommended: book at 1-888-2-DONATE or www.blood.ca

Thursday September 27 HARROWSMITH DINERS, noon, Free Methodist Church, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477 SHARBOT LAKE - CHARITY BINGO: doors open 5:30pm; proceeds to NFCS’ United Way Campaign

Regular Happenings AA & AL-ANON 41 GROUP - Cloyne Hall. Wednesdays 8 pm. All welcome 336-9221. AA MEETINGS - SHARBOT LAKE, every Monday, 8:30 pm, United Church C.E. Bldg.

AL-ANON: Hope & help for families of alcoholics, 12 weekly meetings in greater Kingston area. Please call 384-2134 for meeting information. We care. ARDEN - Community hall: LINE DANCING Mondays 9:30-10:30am; FIT & FUN exercise class, Tuesdays 9-10am (April 10 - late June), TAI CHI Wednesdays, beginners class 9:15am, advanced 10am. Sponsor: Kennebec Rec. Committee; info 613-335-2845 BABY TALK DROP-INS, Sharbot Lake, Child Centre, 2nd Wed, 10:30 – 11:30 am. Sydenham, 3rd Thursday, 9 – 11 am. Advice & information on infant & child care. 549-1154, 1-800-267-7875. BINGO ■Kaladar: Community Centre, Tuesdays, 7pm, doors open 6:15 pm ■Northbrook: Thursdays, Lions Club, 7pm, doors open 6 pm, sponsor: Land O’Lakes Lions ■Parham: Fridays, IOOF Hall, early-bird: 6:45 pm, sponsor: Mayflower Lodge. BRIDGE, Fridays 3 pm, Sharbot Lake High School Library, all welcome. Information: Claire, 279-2980. CANCER PATIENTS requiring rides to treatments, contact Claire Macfarlane, FL&A Unit, Canadian Cancer Society, 279-1133. CLOTHING – HARTINGTON, COMMUNITY CARING, old school house. We accept good used clothing and small household items, which we resell to raise money for other 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. CLOTHING /BOUTIQUE – NORTHBROOK, in former United Church next to cemetery Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm Half price sale the first week of each month. 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 Seniors euchre, Tuesdays 7pm $5 includes lunch ■ 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 (Mar-Dec) ■ TAMWORTH Legion 2nd & 4th Sat 2pm $4ppGOLDEN SUNSET CLUB meets 1st Monday of month, Northbrook Lions Hall, noon. Info: 336-2570. Join us for potluck HARROWSMITH - TUESDAY LUNCHES, St. Paul’s United Church, 11:30-1pm, $5, soup, sandwich, beverage, dessert LAND O’LAKES FOOD BANK needs food & cash donations and community involvement., 613-336-8934 LENNOX & ADDINGTON RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN/EARLY YEARS PLAYGROUPS & DROP-INS - Tamworth Playgroup: Mondays 10am-noon, Sheffield Arena; Northbrook Drop-In: Wednesdays 9:30am-2:30pm, Lions Hall; Flinton Drop- In: Thursdays 9:30 am-2:30pm, Township Hall; Info: 336-8934 x 257. 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 MERA: McDonalds Corners Elphin Recreation & Arts at the Schoolhouse: Quilting, Fibrearts, Weaving & more www.meraschoolhouse.org 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 NORTHBROOK – ADULT COMMUNITY DROP-IN, Tuesdays, Lions hall, 9am-3pm, home-cooked style noon meals, all welcome, info: LOLCS, Pam 336-8934 x 229

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Outdoors in the Land O’ Lakes - Mink, Weasel or Marten? I

f you see one of the above members of the Mustelidae (Weasel) family, it can sometimes be difficult to make a definite identification, especially if you are a distance away and only get Marten - photo by US a quick glimpse. There are two Fish & Wildlife Service main differences I look for – the first is size, the second is colouration. Mink are usually found near water - they are a fairly common sight here at our lakeside home. In fact, these versatile animals can be found anywhere from Florida to the Arctic except in very dry areas. With semiwebbed feet and non-retractable claws, they are great swimmers and tree climbers. Their lustrous fur coat is a solid dark brown colour. Mink are larger than weasels with a body length up to 71 cm long including the tail. With their amphibious lifestyle, they are able to feed on a wide variety of prey including fish, crayfish, frogs, snakes, mice, moles, water birds, chipmunks, etc. One U.S. study tallied 32 species of prey identified from Mink

scat and uneaten remains. Few wild Mink are trapped for their fur anymore since commercial ranches supply most of the demand for pelts (as many as 100 are needed to make a full length coat). Weasels, with their long slinky bodies are smaller than Minks. Of the three Weasels native to Ontario, the Long-tailed Weasel is the largest (30 – 55 cm long including a 10 – 15 cm tail). During the summer months, most Weasels have brown fur with white or light coloured fur on the chest and underside. Martens are a very solitary and shy member of the Weasel family and could be mistaken for Minks since they are a similar size and colour (except that the Marten tail is almost black compared to the rest of the body, which is dark brown). Their favourite habitat is mature evergreen forests. Unfortunately these forests are gradually declining in area. Perhaps it is just the pictures I’ve seen, but the Marten’s ears appear to be slightly more prominent and more pointed than those of the Mink. Martens love to feast on birds’ eggs, insects and, when in season, blueberries. In fact, they’ve been known to eat so many blueberries that their lips are noticeably blue. Predators for any of these animals include coyotes, bobcats, large owls and humans. If you have Internet access, Google Im-

Beware – the zucchinis are back T

by Jeff Green here was a moment back in August when the weather was so dry that even with periodic watering, the prolific Zucchini plant that sprang up like an alien life form in early June slowed its production almost to a standstill. By late August, we even began to have a few meals that were almost zucchinifree. But the recent rains have been well received by our zucchini plant, and we made the mistake of going away for two days last week. So it is time again to eat zucchini, and the best way to do that is to get stuffing. Stuffed Zucchini, when done well, is a minor food miracle. It can be tailored to suit any diet, vegan – gluten-free, ominivore, or even paleo, and there are few if any other dishes that can make this claim. And it’s dead easy to prepare. Start by splitting your largest zucchini lengthwise. Then, using a metal spoon or ice cream scoop, remove all the seeds and soft flesh from the middle of each half, leaving

a clean cavity ready to be stuffed. Depending on how large and old the zucchini is, the seed and pulpy mix that has been removed can either be reserved for use later in the recipe, or tossed into the compost or waste bin. Place the zucchini boats on a baking sheet and set aside. There are many options for stuffing, and this is where accommodating dietary restrictions come in. Zucchini can be stuffed with a ground beef, rice and tomato mixture, just like cabbage rolls, but my preference is to make a simple version of Spanish rice, or Spanish Quinoa for the modified paleos in the crowd. Those readers who have never heard of paleos or the paleo diet, don’t worry; you will soon enough because it is spreading at an alarming rate. Whether using rice or quinoa the process is the same. Prepare either as normal. For quinoa, add 1¾ cups of boiling water to 1 cup of quinoa in a pot, cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the water is all gone.

Adventures in Art & Music coming to or bright.a@gmail.com. This free event is Denbigh by Angela Bright sponsored by Vennachar Free Methodist

n air brush artist, live music, puppets and cartooning will come together for a fun event for children and their parents at the Denbigh Hall. Jerry and Bonnie Wallace, founders of Adventures in Art and Music, will be sharing their exciting ministry on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 2pm. Mrs. Wallace, song writer and recording artist, will lead the audience in a lively sing-a-long with the aid of her 12 string uitar. The Wallaces have been traveling throughout Canada and United States since 1979 presenting their program. They have also appeared on the weekly children’s TV show "TQ" broadcast on the CTS network. Their program, based on the teachings of the Bible is both entertaining and informative. A family BBQ will follow the show. For details, contact Angela at 613-333-1901

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MPAC - continued from pg 11 to their property. If, after a Request For Reconsideration is completed, the property owner is not satisfied with the result, a formal appeal can be made to an external review board that is not affiliated with MPAC. “One of the changes that has been made in recent years is that a Request For Reconsideration must take place before an appeal can be launched,” said Bev Disney. “This actually works in the property owner's favour because the appeal process is complicated and has a cost, whereas the Request For Reconsideration is more informal and is free.”

by Lorraine Julien

ages is a great source of further information, but there are many informative websites or there is always your public library. In the January 19, 2012 on-line edition of the Frontenac News, there is an Outdoors article on the three types of weasels found in Ontario. It provides much more detail on weasels in general. Observations: Peter Muzik of Bobs Lake sent these photos, which we at first thought were photos of a mink, but Peter thinks might be a marten. He also has submitted Mystery animal - photo by Peter Muzik the photo of a mystery baby animal. Perhaps our readers can help in identifying it. Don Cuddy sent in a tip for protection against deer ticks. He recommends carrying and using duct tape to seal pant bottoms over socks, as someMink or Marten? Photos by Peter Muzik times the kinds Please send your observations to Steve of socks that are worn in summer do not lend Blight at natureobservations@rogers.com or themselves to tucking pant bottoms in. Lorraine Julien, naturewatching@gmail.com Heat one tablespoon oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1-2 chopped onions, 2-3 cloves coarsely chopped garlic, and then stir in the prepared rice or quinoa. Continue stirring, adding more oil if necessary, for a minute or two. Add - 1½ cups of chopped fresh tomatoes (or a 28 oz. can of tomatoes) - ½ to 1 sweet green, red or other coloured pepper - fresh hot peppers or pepper flakes to taste - the reserved zucchini seeds and pulp 1 tablespoon sweet paprika powder - salt and black pepper to taste Heat and stir until the tomatoes and peppers are cooked and the rice or quinoa mixture has taken on a reddish hue. Add chopped fresh oregano, basil or thyme

(if available) Remove the pan from the heat, and spoon the mixture into the zucchini cavities. Cover with tin foil and place in a 300-325 degree oven for ½ an hour or until a knife can penetrate the zucchini walls easily and the flesh inside is soft. Cover with your favourite grated cheese if desired and return to the oven for five minutes. Let rest for few minutes on the counter, then slice each boat width-wise into two or four pieces, and eat as a side dish or a main course. Another very easy way to eat zucchini is to slice it into rounds, place on a baking sheet with a moderate amount of oil, and roast in 350 degree oven. Serve with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, plain yogurt, or a yogurt based-dressing.

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*Offer valid at participating Canadian dealers to Canadian residents on new and unused 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Arctic Cat ATVs and Prowlers, excluding Demo and Special Services models. See dealer for details and program dates. 6.9% FINANCING FOR 36 MONTHS and DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T PAY FOR 6 MONTHS is financed through HSBC Retail Services Limited and is subject to credit approval; not all applicants will qualify for credit. Financing promotions void where prohibited. Minimum financing total of $3000, amortized up to 60 months. 2-YEAR WARRANTY includes six-month limited factory warranty and 18-month extended service contract through Cornerstone. UP TO $1000 CAT CASH valid on 2009-2012 ATV models only; $800 CAT CASH valid on 2009-2012 Prowler models only, and varies by model purchased. Offer subject to change without notice. Excludes tax, freight and dealer setup. ATVs and ROVs can be hazardous to operate. For your safety all occupants must wear a seat belt (on ROVs), approved helmet, eye protection and protective clothing; use handhold and stay inside vehicle. Riding and alcohol/drugs donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mix and could cause serious injury or %/$&. death. ATVs are only recommended for users over 12 years old; ROV operators should have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license â&#x20AC;&#x201D; no operators under age 16. Never carry a passenger in the cargo box or on a single-rider ATV. We recommend all riders take a training course, and that they read and understand their ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manual before operation. For safety and training, see your dealer or call the Canada Safety Council at (613) 739-1535. For ROV training visit http://cbt.rohva.org. ÂŠ2012 Arctic Cat Sales Inc., Thief River Falls, MN 56701. Arctic Cat ATVs and Side by Sides are world-class products from Arctic Cat Inc.