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Family storytime promotes early literacy by Julie Druker

n September 14 Brianne Peters, a programming librarian for the Kingston Frontenac Public Library, led the first Friday morning “Family Storytime” session at the Sydenham Public Library for an enthusiastic group of moms and their children. The sessions take place Friday mornings at 10 a.m. and will continue for 11 weeks with a short break after the sixth week. Parents are encouraged to bring their children of all ages to the sessions whose goal is to promote early literacy. The sessions include stories, songs, puppet play, musical instruments and more, and offer up everything a young child needs

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to experience about language, specifically reading and writing, before they actually learn how to read and write. The program uses the early literacy initiative called “Every Child Ready To Read”, which promotes five important skills: reading, writing, thinking, playing and talking, and the program incorporates all of those skills in each session. “By coming to these programs children will learn those basic five skills so that when it comes time for them to start school, they have that important basic foundation in place and will be ready to learn how to read and write,” Peters said.

t was not an auspicious beginning to a meeting in Sharbot Lake for adjacent landowners of the proposed K&P Trail, when right at the start, County of Frontenac staff were made aware that they had failed to send letters of invitation to a number of landowners located between Tichborne and Sharbot Lake. The meeting was hosted by the county at Oso hall on Sept. 17, and it was intended to be a forum for landowners whose properties will be directly affected by the trail, to air their views and concerns. As such, although the meeting was open to the general public, it was only publicized through invitations to adjacent landowners. However, some Central Frontenac landowners showed up who had not received invitations and had only heard about the meeting from friends. Ann and Keith Howitt were among those and they said that when they heard about the meeting from a neighbour, they were concerned that the county “was holding secret meetings.” A similar meeting took place in Verona on September 13. The meeting was conducted by Frontenac County Economic Development Officer Anne Marie Young and South Frontenac Councilor Allan McPhail, who is chair of the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority and a member of the K&P Trail Committee. Young said the failure to send the invitations was an oversight and apologized. She said that another meeting to correct the mistake would be held. Both Young and McPhail responded to the numerous concerns that were raised during the evening by saying that many more meetings would be held in the future and that there would be plenty of time to work out the issues. In explaining the phases of the trail development, Young pointed to a green line

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ike many service clubs who are experiencing a decline in membership these days, the Harrowsmith Women’s Institute is eagerly looking for new women to join their ranks. Recently three long-time members of the HWI, Joyce Watson, Jerry Babcook and Helen Lamb, met with me to discuss the group’s history in the community and their hopes to recruit new members at their upcoming meeting on September 25. The group formed in 1924 and had at that time 53 members, but have since shrunk to less than half that number. Eva Stewart was the group’s first president and one of their first undertakings was to form a library committee. The required $200 was raised for that purpose and a room was secured. One of the first fundraisers for the library committee was the showing of motion pictures (in 1925) in the Harrowsmith town hall, where the group held their meetings until it burned down in 1972. The group also sponsored plays by local groups with proceeds going into the library fund. The Institute’s next big undertaking was the cleaning up of the local cemetery and numerous work bees were held. A caretaker was hired to look after the grounds prior to the province legislating townships to take on that responsibility. Education has long been a focus for the group and in its early days members were appointed to liaise with local area schools. The group purchased a trophy cup that was presented to the school that scored the most points at the local fair. Today the group still recognizes the importance of

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education and annually gives a cash award to a graduate of Sydenham High School. They also provide financial support to one child in the community in need of funding. Music always played a large part in the group’s early meetings, which featured numerous recitals by local players, and in the 1930s the group began funding the music programs in local schools. They also sponsored well-known speakers to travel to Harrowsmith to speak on various topics. Nursing and health topics were popular in the early years and the group helped raise funds to provide treatment to those in need in the surrounding community, as well as donating items to the Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto and the National Institute of the Blind. During World War 2 the Harrowsmith Women’s Institute donated maple syrup and sugar to the Navy League and shipped their home-made jams to soldiers serving overseas in Britain. At this time they also formed the Soldiers’ Comfort Club, which sent care packages to the soldiers overseas as well. The group assisted the Red Cross with their sewn and knitted items and also served food at regular blood clinics. They also made contributions to the Milk and Baby Food For Britain Funds. The Harrowsmith Women’s Institute was responsible for getting street lights in the village of Harrowsmith, and updating the township hall, and they also acquired a piano for

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on a map at the front of the room, and said that the green section, which runs south of Tichborne, is all owned by the county, with a few exceptions. This prompted landowner Daryl Kennedy, whose land is south of Tichborne, to say that he has checked with the registry office and the county does not own the section that crosses his land. “It will not cross there. Find another route,” he said bluntly. Kennedy also spoke about expropriation, saying that land cannot be expropriated for recreational purposes, to which McPhail replied that although newspaper reports have mentioned expropriation, “I cannot see that any political leader would go for expropriation for the trail …. We need good neighbors or we can’t have a trail.” McPhail’s position stands in direct contradiction to a recent decision by Frontenac County Council, which voted earlier this summer to commence expropriation proceedings in order to extend the trail after failing to come to a purchase agreement with Bob Leonard, who owns a small piece of the trail that runs through his property near Hartington. Frontenac County Bylaw 2012-0019, which was passed by a vote of 7-1 on June 20, authorised expropriation proceedings to commence in relation to the piece of trail that Leonard owns. The bylaw reads, in part 2. “The purpose of the application to expropriate the lands described in Section 1 shall be to link two sections of the Frontenac K&P Trail and thereby ensure its continued long-term viability as a public trail within the Frontenac County Trail System in accordance with the County of Frontenac Trails Master Plan.” One of the issues of concern in both the Leonard case and in some the northern sections of the trail that were being discussed at the meetings in Sharbot Lake and Verona have to do with situations where the trail

Long time members of the Harrowsmith Women Institute- Joyce Watson, Jerry Babcook and Helen Lamb with Lulubelle it. Over the years they also sponsored numerous courses and seminars for their members. Currently, along with their annual education bursaries the group continues to support the community by making annual donations to the

churches of St. Paul’s and Trinity United and the Fairmont Home for their annual Christmas baskets. They also support Interval House, an emergency women’s shelter in Kingston. The members also regu-

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Student testing – success and failure in one set of results

he Limestone District School Board announced last week that grade 3, grade 6, and grade 9 standardised test results have shown a marked improvement this year. Under the heading “Students show progress in math and language skills” the board announced that while the percentage of grade 3 students attaining the provincial standard in Reading and Math was down by 1% this year (to 60% and 62% respectively), results for Writing were up by 4% to 70%. The grade 6 results showed an improvement of 4% in Reading (to 74%), 2% in Writing (to 70%), and 6% in Math (to 54%) Further, the board said that the trends over the last five years are generally up by as much as 10% in most categories/ Grades 3 and 6 Limestone students lag behind the provincial average in all categories, however. The percentage of Grade 6 students achieving the reading standard was 1% below the provincial average; writing scores were 4% lower; and math scores also were 4% lower. Among grade 3 students, the number of Limestone students reaching the provincial standard is 6% lower than the

provincial average in all three disciplines, Reading, Writing, and Math. There is also quite a discrepancy between different schools in the board. While numbers are not published for schools with small student populations, the results for Harrowsmith Public School, which were well above the provincial average in 2010-11, by as much as 30% points in some cases, tumbled in 2011-12. Grade 3 reading results now lag behind the board and provincial average, while the writing and math results remain slightly above the provincial average. The grade 6 results show Harrowsmith students exceeding the provincial average in reading and writing, while they are below the provincial and board average in math. Results at Loughborough Public School show grade 3 reading levels exceeding the provincial average by 9%, while the writing and math results are higher than the board average but lower than the provincial average. The grade 6 reading result, at 81%, is well above the provincial and board averages, as are the writing and math results. The results at Prince Charles School in Verona saw im-

provement in 2011-2012 in some areas, but they remain well below the board and provincial average in all categories. The results at North Addington Education Centre in Cloyne were similar to those at Prince Charles - some significant improvement but still a major lag behind the board and provincial averages. In the grade 9 math testing, Sydenham High School students, with 67% of applied students and 88% of academic students meeting or exceeding the standard, stand comfortably above the provincial average. Not so for Sharbot Lake High School, where only 50% of academic students met the provincial standard (the provincial average is 84%) a drop of 35% from last year, when 85% of grade 9 Sharbot Lake academic students attained the standard. The applied results for SLHS were not released because the sample size is too small. At North Addington Education Centre, none of the results were provided because the sample is too small. Parents will receive individual student results in the coming weeks.

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ouncil reviewed possible changes to plans for a new fire hall / municipal office building in Northbrook. The changes included moving the mezzanine area to above the training room, which would open up more space in the truck bays below. The plan noted that to make the change the peak of the building would have to be moved to the centre of the building so that a second story could be created above the main floor office. In his email Casey Cuddy noted that the change would “give us more useable space with little additional cost.” He added that if needed, an office could be moved to the second floor in order to make more space for washrooms/ showers and lockers on the main floor. Council members reviewed the plans and received them for information and requested a conceptual arrangement of how the changes would look on paper with the suggested addition. “We really need to get going on this,” Deputy Reeve Bill Cox said. Councilor Fritsch also requested a formal agreement from Casey once the final changes have been decided on.

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Councilors reviewed a couple of offers sent to the mayor by consulting firms offering their services to assist with the township’s asset management plans. The offers coincide with the announcement by the Province of Ontario on August 12about infrastructure funds that will be available through the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative (MIII) The Province requires that municipalities seeking infrastructure funding through the initiative prepare detailed assessment management plans before they will be eligible for the funding. The province is making $60 million in funding available to small municipalities over the next three years for investment in roads, bridges, water, waste water and social housing infrastructure through the MIII. To support small municipalities in the development of the

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“We really need to make a decision about this tonight.” After much discussion Deputy Reeve Cox wondered if hiring a company would in effect be “putting the horse before the cart,” seeing as it would not be known how much infrastructure grant money would be coming in prior to hiring a firm to come up with a plan. Reeve Henry Hogg suggested doing the application in house instead of hiring it out. “That way we can submit an application, do the plan in house, and still be eligible for the grants and save ourselves some money.” In the end a motion was passed to do just that.

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Some Central Frontenac landowners voiced their support for the trail, including Ian Cameron, who said at one point, “The trail will go through, and it should go through.” Mike Thompson and Dave Raymond of Tichborne also said they supported the trail. Frontenac County is planning to complete the trail section between Petworth Road (where it meets with the Leonard property) and the Craig Road north of Verona, in the next phase of development. Aside from the Leonard property issue, bypassing Prince Charles School in Verona is another issue that will have to be dealt with, as is the construction of a bridge over Hardwood Creek. The current plan is for the trail to be non-motorised (with the exception of snow mobiles in winter) until it reaches Craig Road and then proceed as a multi-use trail permitting ATVs but not dirt bikes all the way to Sharbot Lake. The K&P trail has been designated as part of the Trans Canada trail, which already runs east-west through Sharbot Lake. The Trans Canada trail is supposed to be completed by 2017, which is putting some pressure on the K&P process.

effectively splits a piece of property in two and the owners of the property are concerned about access to the portion of their property that is blocked by the trail. At the Sharbot Lake meeting, Allan McPhail said that the county was not going to limit farmers’ access to their properties. The following statement about access issues is included in the Counties’ Master PLan for trails: “Few landowners can access their property (bush lots, cottages, mobile homes, farmlands or hunting and fishing, etc.) only by crossing over trails. Access should continue where no other alternative can be provided. However, this access will be controlled via policy requiring permits/licenses, agreements and third party liability insurance. Working with the Townships’ planning departments, appropriate signage, gates and/or bollards will be erected. Future uses that require access over trails should not be permitted.” Bob Leonard attended both the Sharbot Lake and Verona meetings. Although neither Anne Marie Young nor Allan McPhail would address his case directly, they offered assurances that the county would work with the landowners to settle their concerns about access and other issues. This prompted Leonard to reply several times that he wanted to see those assurances in writing. Concerns were also raised about fencing, with several people claiming that Bell Canada, the previous owner of the trail, had fixed the fences at no cost to the landowners. Anne-Marie Young replied that different options were possible, including that the county would supply the materials and the landowners do the installation.

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Women’s Institute- Continued from page 1 larly arrange day triops to locations such the Lavender Gardens in Picton, Lily Farms in Prince Edward County, and even nearby Kingston Nurseries. It is the long lasting fellowship that continues to keep members coming back. As Joyce Watson said, “the group is a wonderful way to get involved in the community and meet women from the area that you otherwise might not get to know.“ The Institute meets regularly on the last Tuesday of the month at St. Paul’s United Church in Harrowsmith. They usually meet at 7:30pm but on Tuesday, September 25 they are meeting at 6pm as they will be carpooling to visit the alpacas at Evergreen Farm. They would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is interested to join them for the outing on the 25th. (Information for this article was provided by Joyce Watson)

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n behalf of the many people who have expressed to us similar opinions, we would like to urge the Township of Addington Highlands council to recognize officially and publicly the extraordinary efforts and service of two of your employees, Fred Keller and Doug Clement. Both these gentlemen have served the township in their roles as supervisor for the Denbigh, now Vennachar and MacAvoy dumps, and the Kaladar dump respectively, both for over 20 years, and in exemplary fashion. We note that the duties and responsibilities of caring for our community waste management facilities have grown in quantity and sophistication since the beginning of Floyd and Doug’s tenures. They now must monitor bags, deal with money, sort recyclable

material and record information and prepare documentation. Of course, as before, they shovel and rake the garbage and keep the premises appropriately tidy. This is where both men really shine: the grounds are kept in pristine condition and many people have commented that each facility looks more like a campground than a typical dump. Recently the Ministry of the Environment has recognized the excellent condition and efficiency at all the above facilities. We believe it is time that some sort of award of recognition be made formally by the township to Floyd Keller and Doug Clement to express the Council’s and the ratepayers’ gratitude for jobs well done. - Lynn Dodds, Elinor Duncan, Catherine Grant

Re: K&P Trail Opening

As far as the snowmobiles, the Lennox and Addington Ridge Runners maintain the Cataraqui Trail for their use in the winter. The snowmobiles are the only motorized vehicle to be on the trail. The Cataraqui Conservation has told us on numerous occasions that they have no money for gates. The strange thing about this is there are gates from Sydenham village east to at least the McFadden Road. We now officially have two trails in the Harrowsmith area. The K&P Trail for walking, hiking, etc. and the Cataraqui Trail for ATVs, dirt bikes and other motorized vehicles. - Pam Redden

n response to the letter in last week's issue of The Frontenac News, "Re: Trail Opening - Good day for Frontenac County". The writer wondered "where were the ATVs and snowmobiles?" The ATVs and dirt bikes are on the Cataraqui Trail between Harrowsmith and Yarker, where they always travel. A few years ago the Cataraqui Trail was to be the be all and end all of trails for hikers, bikers, walkers and horse riders. The Cataraqui Trail has become a trail for ATVs, dirt bikes and other motorized vehicles.

Patching Mill Road

his is an open letter to the taxpayers of Central Frontenac. It wouldn’t surprise me if taxes go up next year, because of the waste of money that is happening. What am I talking about, you ask? Let me take the Mill Road as an example. First it seems it is being patched every two or three months, and it’s the same spots over and over again. Now, I’m no expert, but wouldn’t it be cheaper in the long run to redo the road once properly instead of doing the patch work over and over again? On top of that, it just had a yellow line painted up the middle and it’s not in the best shape and still needs to have work Candace Bertrim

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Fish TV debate not over by Jeff Green t a meeting of Central Frontenac Council last week, a request for funding support of $5,000 over two years from the Land O’Lakes Tourist Association (LOLTA) was turned down by Council. The money was to be used as an incentive package for filming a number of Fish TV episodes in the Land O’Lakes region in the coming years. As we reported in the Frontenac News last week, Rachelle Hardesty, the General Manager of LOLTA, was listed as a delegation to the Central Frontenac Council meeting on September 11 when the request was being considered but she didn’t show up. After reading the report, Hardesty contacted the News. “I was surprised to read that I had been booked to be at the meeting,” Hardesty said, “because I never asked to be put on as a delegate to that meeting.” On September 11, Hardesty was a delegate to a meeting of Napanee Town Council, where a similar request for funding was approved. “I wouldn’t book two meetings at the same time,” Hardesty said, “but I will be going to Central Frontenac Council at their next meeting (September 25) to see if they will reconsider contributing to the Fish TV project.” Of the nine member municipalities in the Land O’Lakes Tourism Region, seven have made the commitment of $5,000 to the project, for which LOLTA will be seeking matching funding from the Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation. “The only municipality that turned down our request, aside from Central Frontenac,

was the Township of Frontenac Islands,” said Hardesty, “North and South Frontenac, all four municipalities in Lennox and Addington and the Town of Tweed are all behind it, because they see the potential to improve the tourism opportunities for the lodge owners and other businesses in their municipalities.”

SF, CF swap chief building officials again by Jeff Green

few months ago, Alan Revill, the long time Chief Building Official (CBO) in South Frontenac, retired. He was replaced by Jeremy Neven, who had been serving as CBO in Central Frontenac Township until he took the posting in South Frontenac. A replacement was found in Central Frontenac, but he only lasted about six weeks, and as an interim measure, Alan Revill became the CBO in Central Frontenac. To make matters even more confusing, the job search for a permanent CBO in Central Frontenac ended with Jeremy Neven returning as CBO in Central Frontenac, which left South Frontenac to once again search for a new chief building official. There is no word on whether Alan Revill will be returning to South Frontenac on an interim basis.

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and many participated in the car rally. The winner was Eric Cunningham, 2nd place Judy McClure and last place honours went to Beth Simpson. The route covered 210 km and riders visited Tamworth, Parham, Sharbot Lake, Plevna, Northbrook, Kaladar and ended at the legion. Our open mic was well attended and during the day other events produced other winners: Tim Rathwell, Ellie Peterson, Marlene Grant, Glynis Gerus. The cake auction raised over $100. Special thanks to Ronda Noble and Vera Steele for helping in the afternoon. The two people drawn this month for roof repayment are Sheilda Weber and David Daski · Thinking of you to Reg Peterson, Joe Crane, Bill Pringle, Ken Clark, Barb & Jim Kirkland, Mary & Arthur Lightstone.

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· There will be a public meeting on Wednesday, September 26 at St. Paul's United Church beginning at 7 p.m. regarding the closure of the Harrowsmith Postal Outlet and the placement of the new community mailboxes. Diane Lakins, superintendent at Canada Post Kingston, has confirmed that a representative from Canada Post will be present as well as an officer from OPP Hartington, David Townsend, director of SFCS and counsellors Bill Robinson and John McDougall. Topics of discussion will be village issues regarding the placement of the community mailboxes, safety for seniors and other services provided by SFCS. · Harrowsmith Public School will be having their annual Open House and Barbecue on Tues. Sept. 25, 6 - 7:30 p.m. · The Harrowsmith Women's Institute will be having its meeting on Tuesday, September 25. As a special treat they will be touring Evergreen Farm to see the 40 alpacas who

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· You are invited to attend a public meeting at Maberly Hall tonight, Thursday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. to discuss the future of the Maberly ice rink. Lack of use and vandalism have led to questions as to whether there is community willingness to see the rink thrive again. The township invites your input. · Euchre has resumed at Maberly Hall. Note the start time of 7 p.m. every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, and continuing until the last one on Dec. 12. Everyone welcome! Cost: $3 per person and that includes prizes and refreshments. Info: Doris 264-5446, or Lorraine 326-0622. Euchre parties are fundraisers for the Maberly Agricultural Society. · Children aged 5 to 11 are invited to join the Saturday Seekers on Sat. Sept. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the ABC Hall to meet other area children, listen to stories from the Bible, singing, play cooperative games and learn about Christianity. The program will run until Nov. 24 and is sponsored by the Althorpe-Bolingbroke United Church. Please call Freda Russell 613-273-2571 to register your children. · Karate is being offered again this fall. The registration deadline is Sept. 28 and classes begin Oct. 2 at Glen Tay School. Sue McPhee, 613-264-1915. · Two more free programs at The Table Community Food Centre,190 Gore St. East, Perth. Good Food for a Healthy Baby is a weekly drop-in for women and their partners during pregnancy and up to three months after baby is born. Thursdays 9:30–11:30am. Community Action Training is a 12-week program open to all community members. Topics include how the government works, lobbying decision makers, how to run a campaign, and more! Info 613-267-6428 · The Trumpeter swans are still here. Saw them landing in Barrett Lake one day; evidently they landed amongst Canada geese, because there was a cacophony of honking and beeping, even shrieking. Moments later 11 Canada Geese took flight. In the end, the swans had the last word – it’s night

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time now and their car horn honk can still be heard. · Hatha Yoga will begin at ABC Hall on Tuesdays (9 to 10:30 a.m.) starting October 2. All men and women are welcome to come and try it out. Information: Helen Crowe at 613-2732464 or email at dpollard@rideau.net. · “Healthy Cooking” classes will be held at the ABC Hall 9:30am-noon on Oct. 20, Nov. 3 and Dec 1. Learn tasty ideas featuring dairy-free, gluten-free and nightshade-free foods. Classes are $20 each or $50 for all three. 50% of the proceeds go to the support the ABC Hall, and the other half is to purchase the ingredients. Judi Walden, a holistic healthcare specialist at Ranch Retreat, will be volunteering her time and knowledge to help make you healthier and happier. To reserve call Freda Russell by Oct. 1, 273-2571. · Euchre - Tuesdays 7 p.m. at the ABC Hall. Hosted by the seniors club. Prizes included, info, Norma 613-273-2580

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· Happy 31st Anniversary to Irene & Keith Hawley, Sept. 19. · We would like to thank all the people who came out for Tea & Toast at Sharbot Lake United Church every week. We had between 15 and 18 people every week; it was a wonderful three months, which will end next Tuesday. Thank you so much for coming and see you next summer. Thanks to everyone who helped – Ethel, Marjorie, Joan, and Delbert Cook for putting out and bringing in the sign each week. · Tracy Laffin from Lanark Lodge brought Donna Tysic and Terry Beckstead out for a visit last week. Donna also got to visit her home; she said it was exactly the same as when she left. Great to see you, ladies; thanks, Tracy, for stopping in. · A good crowd attended the musical evening at Elphin church Saturday with the group “Edge”, who were fantastic. · Ompah had a great 4-wheeler run on Saturday, with a lovely roast beef supper put on by FLAGS and volunteers. · Bob & Elaine had Doris Shirley & her daughter Leslie from Michigan for a few days. They visited Doris Shirley’s sister in Renfrew, whom she hadn’t seen in 70 years. · Randy & Tracy Laffin have purchased Orville Forester’s cottage. Orville was a preacher for the Presbyterian churches in Snow Road, Elphin & McDonalds Corners for 16 or 17 years. Tracy’s grandfather helped build the cottage.

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· Great job to the Junior and Senior Boys Volleyball teams from Sharbot Lake High School on their showing at the RMC tournament this past weekend. The Juniors made it to the semi finals and were defeated by Regi. Great work to all. · Happy Birthday to Savannah Cronk, Jim Lowery, Keyana Whan, Gavin McCullough, Rebecca Neadow, Violet & Johnny Skuce. Happy 70th Birthday to Tom Commodore and Happy 50th Birthday to Carol Vallier. Happy Anniversary to Pete & Rose MacPherson. · There will be an "Evening of Blues" sponsored by the Grandmothers by the Lake to be held at the Rivendale Golf Course on Saturday September 29.

· Mayflower Lodge #297 will begin having Euchre parties every Monday starting on Oct. 1 and running until Dec. 17. This will be a progressive one with the highest score to win $100. They will be at the IOOF Hall in Parham at 7pm with a cost of $2pp, so come and join the fun. · The crowd that attended the United Church's roast beef dinner enjoyed tender meat with all the trimmings plus a variety of homemade pies. Birthday wishes were sung to Levi Ducharme and Herb Teepell. · A large number attended Saturday's Roaring Reptiles & Mighty Machines show at St. James Catholic School - thank you to the organizers for all they do for our young ones!! · Have you got your fishing gear together for the Pat Mahoney Memorial Fishing Derby this Saturday Sept. 22 from 7 am to 6 pm at Gull Lake?? · Don't forget about the turkey Bingo for United Way on Sept. 27 at the Oso township Hall at 6:30 pm. · The Relay for Life 2013 Committee is up and running mark June 21, 2013 down on your calendar as the day to Celebrate, Remember and Fight Back. We are looking for more volunteers so if you are willing to help in such a great event then please let Lesley Smith-Merrigan know (613-2793144 or lesleysmith181@hotmail.com) or any member of the committee. Our next planning meeting is Tuesday Oct. 2 at 7:30 pm at the Sharbot Lake United Church. Two teams are already registered for next year's relay. There is no time like the present to get your gang together and start fundraising! · Congratulations to Brianna Drew for getting two 2nd places and two 3rd places on her horse trinket at the Kingston Fair on Sunday. Great first showing Brianna!!! Also to Jessica Nedow who also competed at the fair and won 2 firsts and one 4th. In the last event her horse Blue pass tass (aka Topper) fell going around a barrel and struggled to get up - thankfully everyone is ok. Great job though, Jess and Topper!

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Âˇ Bellrock Community Hall is holding a Chiliin-a-Bowl fundraising dinner. Enjoy your favourite chili (at least five kinds to choose from!) served in a beautiful hand-made bowl created by Tim deRose of Wilton Pottery. The bowl is yours to keep. Music during the meal by Toute Ensemble (Debbie Twiddy and Anne Archer). Sat. Sept. 22, 5:30pm; $20 or two for $35; tickets at Local Family Farms and Asselstine Hardware Store. Âˇ Don't miss out on a great Old Time Country Music weekend! The Frontenac Old Time Music Championship will be held Sat & Sun, Sept 22 & 23 at the Bedford Hall, 1381 Westport Road. There will be prize money & ribbons for the Singing Contest, Fiddle Contest, Guitar Contest, Banjo Contest and Mandolin Contest. Participate in the Fiddle Workshops. For more information, visit www. frontenacoldtimemusic.com or call Cliff or Mary Rines at 613-358-5370. Proceeds will support the music programs of local elementary and secondary schools. Âˇ Stuff a cruiser! On Sat. Sept 22 OPP officers will be parking a cruiser at Reid's Foodland. Help fill the cruiser with non-perishable food items. The food collected will support the food bank operated by Southern Frontenac Community Services. Âˇ The Verona Lions Club will be hosting a blood donor clinic on Wed. Sept. 26 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Verona Lions Hall. To avoid a wait, you can book an appointment by calling Canadian Blood Services at 1-888-236-6283 or online: www.blood.ca Âˇ Play euchre on Thurs. Sept. 27; lunch at noon, euchre at 1pm; cash prizes & lunch all included for $2 at the Bellrock hall. For

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special centenary service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Sydenham on September 16, commemorating both the 175th anniversary of the Parish of Loughborough and the 100th Anniversary of the current church of St. Paul’s, was led by the Rt. Reverend Bishop of Ontario, Michael Oulton. The service included readings by numerous members of the congregation and an array of musical pieces courtesy of the church choir, Madeline Wood and Brad Barbeau. A celebratory lunch followed. For Bishop Oulton and St. Paul's minister, Rev. Judson Bridgewater, the event was a kind of reuniting between teacher and student. Rev. Bridgewater is a former student of Bishop Oulton and studied with him at Christ Church in Belleville. The Bishop recalled those days. “I knew right off the bat that Judson was going to have a profound influence on the overall ministry of our church.” Judson who has served at St. Paul’s since January 2011, will soon be leaving the church to serve in the military chaplaincy. The Bishop said that Rev. Judson would be welcomed back to the parish in the future following his military service. “I want him to know that when the day comes that he is finished that posting, he always has a home here in the dioceses of Ontario.” Following the service the Bishop was presented with a wooden boot jack hand-made by a young member of the congregation and altar server, Quentin Watson of Verona. The next centenary celebration at the church will be the Anniversary Evensong with Mathew Larkin and the Men and Boys Choir of Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday Sept. 30 at 5pm.

Quentin Watson presents the Rt. Rev. Michael Oulton with a boot jack he made as Rev. Judson Bridgewater looks on

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K1 100 m B finals. Rhiannon Murphy had a strong finish in her Bantam Girls K1 100m B final. At the Ontario Summer Games, Bridget Ramzy, a very determined novice paddler, achieved her personal best in her Midget races and Genevieve L’Abbe won a bronze in both the Women’s K1 1000m and the 3000m; and a bronze in the K4 1000m. The paddlers attribute their success to their hard work and the mentoring received from Sydenham’s coaches Natasha Ostopovich, Emma Anderson and Jack Fenlong.

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SOCIAL NOTES OBITUARY

 Hunt, Frederick (Fred) Alvin (World War II Veteran, P.Engineer, Queens Science 40) Peacefully after a short illness with his family by his side, at the Sharbot Lake Seniors Home on Sunday September 16, 2012 in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Hunt. Dear father of Kay Hunt (Geoff), Carleton Place; Joan Charest (Robert), Kingston; Peggy Warren (Kevin), Lakefield. Sadly missed by grandchildren Matthew Kropac, Natalie and Danielle Charest, Shawn and Nicole Warren, Alyssa and Krystian Raymond. Also survived by brother Lorne Hunt of Paris, ON, brother-in-law Dal Baker of Petawawa and many nieces and nephews. Rested at Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Friends were received on Tuesday September 18, from 7-8 pm. Funeral service was held in the Funeral Home on Wednesday September 19, 2012 at 2 pm. Interment at Oconto Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (cheques only) or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

MacKENZIE, William Cameron It is with a very sad heart that I, Linda MacKenzie (née Martin), announce the sudden death of my husband of 38 years, Bill on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at his home in Sharbot Lake, at the young age of 67. Bill was born and raised in Verdun and we spent 32 years in the house he loved in Chateauguay before moving to Sharbot Lake in 2006, upon his retirement from Kraft Foods in Ville LaSalle. Bill and I never had children, but he will be missed by his remaining three brothers, Robert (Joyce) of Elliot Lake, ON, Richard of Manhattan Beach, California, Donald (Gale) of Milton, ON, as well as my siblings, Barry (Camille) of Mascouche, PQ, Dorothy Mikalachki (the late Al) of London, ON, Clifford (Mara) of Burnaby, BC and Bruce (Mae) of Oakville, ON, plus numerous nieces and nephews and of course, Peaches. Bill was predeceased by his parents, James and Elizabeth and by his only sister, Dorothy and his brother John. A Memorial Reception will be held at James Reid Reception Centre, please use rear entrance (1900 John Counter Boulevard, Kingston) on Sunday, September 23, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm with Words of Remembrance at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Arthritis Society in Bill’s memory would be appreciated by the family. James Reid Funeral Home Kingston, Ontario www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com

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Longtime Employee of KPH Pharmacy Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital on Sunday, September 16, 2012. Dearest son of the late James “Dea” and Connie (Hermer) Dunham. Norman is survived by sisters Marilyn Manion of London, and Shirley Powers of Brockville, brother Gilbert Dunham, and sister-in-law Marilyn Dunham and is predeceased by brother Roger Dunham all of Ompah. Norman will be fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Dear friend of Jamie and Lisa Quinn and their family. In keeping with Norman’s wishes cremation will be followed by a memorial service in the Chapel of the James Reid Funeral Home, 1900 John Counter Blvd., Kingston on Friday, September 21, 2012 at 2:00 pm. Reverend Tony Capon to officiate. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 12:30 pm until time of service. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the UHKF (Chaplaincy Services at KGH) in Norman’s memory. www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com CARD OF THANKS

McQuade, Joseph My brothers and I would like to express our thanks to all the people who have been a part of our father’s life, both family and friends, who gave him great joy with their relationships. There are many in the community we would like to thank. To Dr. Tobia and his wife Sue who have been Dad’s primary medical providers, along with the staff at Lakelands; our gratitude for the best care any medical team could give. You were also his neighbours and he was proud to call you his friends. Thanks also to Dr. Matangi, his cardiologist in Kingston. Between them they extended his life far beyond any expectations, turning 3 months into 24 years. To Pam Lemke and Peg Goods and their teams, including his nurses Aiden and Janet, who also had a part in his care. To Dad’s closest friends, past and present, who took an active part in his life, often helping him out with rides, sharing his Glenfiddich, feeding his computer tinkering addiction or just enjoying his company; and being my eyes to know how he really was doing. He also had many friends that he would meet for coffee who helped keep his mind sharp and his Irish sense of humour always on the tip of his tongue. We have many close family members along with some lifelong friends that we consider family, both near and far; from many places in Ontario to Ireland, Australia and the US. I myself am deeply grateful to these people who became my support system throughout Dad’s illness and since his “going home”. Lastly, to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. You were the pride and joy of his life and often his reason to continue living. Thank you for giving him that joy. Kathleen, Patrick & D’Arcy McQuade

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In loving memory of our dear father, grandfather & great grandfather, who passed away September 26, 2011. What we’d give if we could say Hello, Dad, in the same old way To hear your voice and see your smile To sit with you and chat a while. So if you have a father Cherish him with care For you’ll never know the heartache Till you see his vacant chair. You are forever in our hearts, Doug, Heather & family Deb & Jim Steve, Cathy & family

Congratulations & Best Wishes on your 100th Birthday September 17, 2012 In 1912, the RMS Titanic sank, Calgary hosted the first Stampede, Stephen Leacock wrote Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town, and Madeline Bibby was born on September 17th. Madeline grew up in Campbellford, the second oldest of the eight Bibby children. She was born with the gifts of common sense, humour, intelligence, boundless energy and a wee bit of stubbornness. These gifts proved invaluable when she and her husband Joe Bolton moved to the English Line in 1937 to begin the first business venture of their married life with only $1.37 to their names. In 1945 they relocated to Hastings to pursue new business opportunities. In 1950, Joe and Madeline left the area when they bought the Northbrook Hotel in Northbrook. They ran it together until 1965 when they retired to their beloved farm on the 12th Line in Dummer Township. Sadly, Joe passed away six months later. Madeline remarried in 1969 and she and husband Ferg McCarthy lived on the farm sharing a love of gardening, bird watching, and family. Ferg passed away in 1992 and Madeline remained on the farm until the spring of 2009 when she moved to “town” to live at the Mapleview Retirement Residence in Norwood. At Mapleview, Madeline spends her time reading, watching her beloved Toronto Blue Jays, playing Bingo, and welcoming visits from family and friends. It is with love, admiration and awe that your sons John and Mike Bolton and their families, your siblings, your nieces and nephews and their families, and your many friends celebrate this milestone birthday. You are an inspiration to us all.

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Thank You Many thanks to everyone who came to help celebrate our 70th birthdays; to those who traveled a distance, and for the many good wishes, cards, flowers and the beautiful cake. Thank you to Betty Kelford, who put the celebration together and also who hosted the barbeque in the evening. Many, many thanks. Edith Beaulieu, Courtney Massey, and Courtland Kelford

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Remembering Elaine submitted by Robert Powell amily, friends and neighbours paid tribute to a muchloved wife, step-mom, friend, neighbour and community-minded individual at an informal gathering held last Saturday at her home on Fourteen Island Lake. Elaine St. John, who sadly passed away last month following a valiant struggle with cancer, was very active in the local community. She freely gave of her time and organizational expertise, honed during her working life as an IBM project manager, for the benefit of a number of local voluntary groups. The celebration of her life and work for the community, which took place last Saturday, was attended by over 90 people whose lives she had touched. Elaine served many years as secretary of the local road association and at the time of her passing she was secretary and treasurer of the Fourteen Island and Mink Lakes Association (FIMLA). Other voluntary work in the community included many years working for ‘Rural Visions’ (Southern Frontenac Community Services) and latterly for Community Caring, a charitable, fundraising organization in Hartington. In her tribute to Elaine, Lory Dark, president of Community Caring, spoke about how Elaine’s expertise had helped transform the organization. Summing up Elaine’s approach to volunteering she said, “Elaine regarded it as a privilege to serve; we considered it as a gift”. Those who wish to may send donations in Elaine’s memory to either the KGH Regional Cancer Centre at: www.krcc.on.ca/ or Southern Frontenac Community Services at: www.sfcsc.ca/

A Promise for You “Blessed is the one who listens to me, watching daily at my gates, waiting beside my doors” Proverbs 8: 24

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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 2 BEDROOM APT., family room, living, dining rooms, 2 entrances back & front; hydro included, $900, first & last. (Badour Rd., Mica Point Lane) 613-279-3127 ARDEN. 2 BEDROOM DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT for rent. All inclusive. Available Oct 1/2012. $900.00 per month. Please call 613-335-3878 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 AVAILABLE – LOCAL CHICKENS AND TURKEYS, beets, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers and more. Johnston Lake Organic’s Farm and Market, open daily 9 am to 6 pm, also Saturdays at Sharbot Lake Farmers market until Thanksgiving; 613-479-2898 CORTLAND & MAC APPLES in stock at Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St. Verona, phone 613-374-2851 FIREWOOD FOR SALE, dry hardwood, $100 truckload. Can deliver 613-374-2690 FREE RANGE THANKSGIVING TURKEYS. Call 613-335-2895. FRIGIDAIRE 18 cu.ft. FRIDGE with top freezer $200; GE built in dishwasher $75; microwave $15. All appliances in excellent condition, reason for sale: upgrading. 613-374-2276 FRONTENAC MODULAR HOMES. Custom built. New 1280 sq.ft. 28’x52’ home, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, delivered and on your basement or foundation, oak cabinets available. ‘More home for a lot less money’. Financing available OAC. 1-866-775-8268 www.frontenacmodularhomes.com LAST CHANCE SALE, 3 aluminum boats, 2 trailers, 2 motors. Buy them before I store them, 613-375-6354. Long Lake, ON REESE FIFTH WHEEL HITCH. Please call 613-279-2861 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

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FOR SALE 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 SATURDAY SEPT. 22, 8am-2pm, 4000 Graham Rd. Harrowsmith, children’s/teen’s fall, winter clothing (Garage, Aero, Hollister), excellent condition; bike, TV stand, assorted items. SPYGLASS COVE, 1016 Schoolhouse Rd. Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 8am7pm. New selection of collector dolls, porcelain and Kiss rock stars; JFK silver-colored plate; men’s leather jacket; tools; etc.

HELP WANTED HEALTH CARE WORKERS, must be honest, friendly, dependable and able to work with seniors. Must also be able to work all shifts. Fax resumés to 613-279-1188; email slsh@ frontenac.net. Call 613-279-2227 for more information. PART-TIME CASHIER, must be able to work as needed Saturdays, Sundays and call-ins, store experience an asset. At Sharbot Lake Freshmart. Bring resumé.

HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Harrowsmith: Firearms course, Oct 19 & 20. Hunter Education, Nov. 2 & 3 (hunting license in time for deer 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 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.

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there is anything depressing about Oh Suzanna’s performances; it’s just that as a songwriter and a performer she does not sweep the truth about life’s fleeting nature under the carpet.

FREE KITTENS!

Oh Suzanna’s voice and instrumentation will be well served by the acoustics at St. James Catholic Church, which will make this show join with some of the great performances of the past in the church over the years, such as ones by the Barra McNeils and Tafelmusik. Tickets for the concert and auction cost $20, and are available at Gray’s Grocery, Sharbot Lake Pharmacy, Village Hair in Verona or through the Not-for-Profit Housing Office at 613-279-3322.

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

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CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC

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SNOW PLOW DRIVERS Casual Operators are required for winter maintenance to drive snow plow and loader. The applicant must have DZ Licence, experience driving trucks 5 tons and up, be on call to work anytime day or night and be available from November 12, 2012 to March 29, 2013. Starting salary is $15.58 /hr Resumés will be accepted until October 8, 2012 at the Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth St. Sharbot Lake, On K0H 2P0 Attention: Public Works Manager Phone 613-279-2935, ext 223 Fax 613-279-2422

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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

Hard copies of the 2011 Consolidated Financial Statements are available from the Township office by calling (613) 336-2286; by faxing 336-2847 or to: clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca The 2011 Municipal Performance Measures results are posted on the Township web page at www.addingtonhighlands.ca.

CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (Permanent Full-Time) RECEPTIONIST/CASHIER Located one hour north of Kingston, the Township of Central Frontenac (population 4,500) is the heart of the Land O’Lakes Tourist region of Eastern Ontario. The office is located in Sharbot Lake. The municipality is seeking a team player with initiative and positive attitude. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer and Treasurer, the successful candidate will be responsible for general receptionist duties, greeting residents and assisting them with their enquiries and receiving and processing payments. The qualified candidate must be able to handle many tasks at once and work in a fast pace environment. Qualifications The successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: • Minimum high school diploma, with preference given to candidates who have post-secondary education in business administration or other related fields • Two or more years’ experience as a receptionist in an administrative setting • Excellent verbal and communication skills • Excellent cash handling experience • Proven dispute resolution and negotiation/problem solving skills • Working knowledge and proficiency with computer applications • Thorough knowledge of municipal taxation, collection and relative municipal legislation is preferred The current (2012) annual salary range is $28,355 to $31,540. The municipality also offers an excellent benefit package and Pension Plan (OMERS). A complete job description is available on the Township website. Qualified candidates are asked to submit their resume and covering letter no later than noon on Sept 27, 2012 to the undersigned: CAO/Clerk and Treasurer Township of Central Frontenac PO Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 Fax: 613-279-2422 Email: strepanier@centralfrontenac.com Website: www.centralfrontenac.com We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, R.S.O, 1990 C.M. 45, and will only be used for candidate selection.

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port local food banks, 10am-3pm at Sharbot Lake - Freshmart; Sydenham – Trousdale’s Foodland; Verona – Reid’s Foodland QUINTE CONSERVATION FAMILY FUN DAY fundraiser for accessible trail, 2061 Old Highway 2, Belleville, noon-4pm; BBQ; falcon show 1pm; bugs 2pm; Sciensational Sssnakes 3pm; Nature hikes & more

Thursday Sept. 20

Sat & Sun, Sept. 22 & 23

MABERLY - ICE RINK PUBLIC MEETING, community hall, 7pm, to discuss the future & options for the Maberly ice rink

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

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 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, noon5pm; 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 sup-

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 - BINGO The bingo was Sept. 11. There is no bingo on Sep 25 HARROWSMITH WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, St. Paul’s United Church, 6pm, trip to Evergreen Farm; new members welcome. LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS meet 9am, Pineview Free Methodist Church, Cloyne (lower level). new quilters welcome; info: lolqinfo@ gmail.com SHARBOT LAKE – TEA & TOAST, United Church, 9-10am, $2, all welcome

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 MURVALE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, St. Paul’s United Church, Harrowsmith, 2-4pm; Jennifer Bennett speaks on Fall gardening, all welcome RURAL WOMEN’S GROUP, 1:30-3pm, Southern Frontenac Community Services, 4419 George St.; free transportation avail: 613-376-6477; 1-800-763-9610, all women welcome SHARBOT LAKE DINERS, noon, for those

Kingston-Frontenac Renovates Program The Kingston-Frontenac Renovates program offers eligible homeowners grants of up to $3,500 to make their homes more accessible, or interest-free loans of up to $10,000 toward emergency repairs. Eligible applicants include persons with disabili�es, seniors and family households with incomes ranging from $26,500 or less (for a one-person household) to $61,500 for households with ﬁve or more people. Funding will be allocated on a priorty basis to ensure that households with the greatest need of assistance are served ﬁrst. Those interested in applying should contact the Housing Department at 362 Montreal St., 613-546-2695, ext. 4943.

To view eligibility requirements and download an application please visit us online at www.CityofKingston.ca/Renovate

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

Watch for the Fall Colours Hwy 38 Verona (613) 374-2112 50+, $10, reservations requ’d: 613-279-3151 VERONA – BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, Lions Hall, 3:30-6:30pm, appointments recommended: 1-888-2-DONATE or www.blood.ca

TAMWORTH - GOSPEL SING Christ Church, 7pm, w/ the Frizzells, local talent, free will offering, refreshments, all welcome.

Thursday September 27

ENTERPRISE - GOSPEL SING, Free Methodist Church, 6:30pm, w/ the Frizzells, the Chajkowskis, Vernon Scott & Ruth Oliver, the Carlsons, Kevin Simpson, free will offering. FLINTON - COFFEE HOUSE open mic, Through The Roof Ministry, 6:30pm, all welcome MCDONALDS CORNERS – CONCERT w/ Joey Wright, Terry Tufts & others, MERA Schoolhouse, 2pm, tickets $20; also silent auction of hand-made items by MERA artisans, fundraiser for MERA; info 613-268-2376 NATURE WALK TO BLUEBERRY MOUNTAIN, 502 Hills of Peace Rd., Flower Station; registration 9:30am; suggested donation $10pp; $20 family; dessert after; info 613-2593412; proceeds to Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Conservancy; www.mmltc.ca SYDENHAM - CHORAL EVENSONG, St. Paul’s Anglican Church 5pm, choirs from local churches & the Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa Choir under the direction of Matthew Larkin; all welcome; info. 613-376-3003 WESTPORT – “PAINT THE RIDEAU LAKES” day of Plein Air painting, artists register 8-10:30am at The Cove, $25; info Artemesia Art Gallery 613-273-8775

SYDENHAM – SEMINAR “Secrets of Discipline” by Ron Morrish, high school, 7pm, free childcare, refreshments, presented by Limestone District School Board SYDENHAM - ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9pm, Rural VISONS Centre; info: 613-544-3078 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

Friday September 28 HARROWSMITH - “THEME” YOUTH DANCE, Sponsor Odd Fellows & Rebekahs. Come dressed in mix-matched clothing for chance to win $25 gift card, 7-10pm; $6, for ages 9-15; 372-1274; 358-2533. NORTHBROOK – EUCHRE TOURNAMENT, 7pm, Lions hall, sponsor: Golden Sunset Seniors, info Verna 613-336-8682 SYDENHAM TACKLES CANCER, high school, 8:45pm; music by The Stares; licenced event, proceeds to Kingston University Hospital Foundation

Sunday September 30

Saturday September 29

Monday October 1

ARDEN - BENEFIT DANCE, 7pm, at Legion for Clarke Gaylord’s medical expenses; tickets $10 at door; Diane 613-335-2291; Judy 613-335-2540. FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach; Verona Lions Club GRANDMOTHERS BY THE LAKE “Evening Of Blues” w/ Shaun Riley & Chrome Hearts, Rivendell Golf Club, Verona, 6:30pm, buffet, silent auction; $30pp. fundraiser for African grandmothers; 613-375-8845; 613-374-9929. HARLOWE DANCE, w/ Country 4 Band, community centre, $8, 8pm, lunch, prizes, all welcome MATAWATCHAN - HARVEST TURKEY SUPPER, St. Andrew’s United Church, 5-7pm; $12, 12 & under $6, 5 & under free. MCDONALD’S CORNERS FALL FAIR gates open 9am; displays, vendors, horse show, children’s games & more; turkey dinner 4pm; info Sally 613-259-3480. PARHAM – GOSPEL MUSIC EVENING, Free Methodist Church, John Reid & the Eagle Band, 7pm, all welcome, refreshments PERTH ROAD TURKEY SUPPER, Sunday school hall 5pm & 6pm; $15; children $7; reservations 613- 353-2470. Walk-ins accepted, proceeds to hall. SHARBOT LAKE LEGION – DANCE with Picket Fences, 8pm, $10; designated driver available

OMPAH – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Community hall, call 613-279-3151 for info, appointment.

Tuesday October 2 HARROWSMITH - TURKEY BINGO, Golden Links hall, early bird 7:15, Barb 372-2315 RELAY FOR LIFE MEETING, 7:30pm, Sharbot Lake United Church, all volunteers welcome, register your teams; info: 613-2793144 or lesleysmith181@hotmail.com SHARBOT LAKE 39ers seniors potluck & meeting, telephone office downstairs, noon, games, all 55 & over welcome; info: Shirley 279-2990 or Dorothy, djfraser@frontenac.net VERONA WALKING CLUB, Tuesdays & Fridays 10-11am, Lions Hall, $1, running shoes

Wednesday October 3 PLEVNA - RETIRED TEACHERS & FRIENDS: Luncheon at North of 7 Restaurant, 11:30am, reserve: 613-279-2098 by Oct. 1 at noon. SHARBOT LAKE - SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS of Alzheimers or a related dementia disease, Seniors’ Centre, 1-3pm. Info: 613-279-3078

Thursday October 4 DIABETES SESSIONS, Verona Medical Centre w/ Registered Dietitian & Nurse Practitioner, 9am- noon; register: Anne MacDonald 613-544-3400 x 3589 LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS, new evening group, Barrie Hall, Cloyne, 7pm MABERLY - DINNER & EUCHRE, noon Maberly Hall, dinner $12; cards $1; sponsored by St. Stephen’s, Brooke ACW

Verona - continued from pg. 6 information, call Nancy Wagar at 613-358-2368. · Christmas for Kids is holding a bottle drive on Sat. Sept. 29. They will be located at the Verona Foodland starting at 10am. You can drop off your empties with them and be

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assured that the funds are going to a very worthwhile cause. · Join Desert Lake Family Resort for a reunion as they celebrate 40 years of tourism onSat. Sept. 29 from 2 until 8 p.m. at the Todd Sweeney outdoor pavilion. There will be music, a BBQ and displays of memorabilia. You can RSVP at 613-374-2196. · Grandmothers By The Lake are hosting "An Evening Of Blues" on Saturday, September 29, 6:30 at Rivendell Golf Club. There will be a buffet, silent auction, and dancing to Shaun Riley and the Chrome Hearts! Tickets are $30 a person and can be purchased at Jitterbugs, Local Family Farms, and Rivendell Golf Club. All proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Grandmothers Helping African Grandmothers campaign. For information, call Marni, 613 374-9929.

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september 20, 2012

Legalese and Learn Law Thinking about renting: how does the Residential Tenancies Act apply?

f you are thinking about renting a place to live, or becoming a landlord, you need to be informed about the law. The Residential Tenancies Act (Act) is a law that governs the relationship between residential landlords and tenants in Ontario. It sets out the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants, and establishes the Landlord and Tenant Board. The Board is responsible for informing landlords and tenants about the law, and for resolving landlord and tenant disputes through hearings and mediation. The Act applies to most residential rentals including mobile homes, rooming houses, care homes, and in some cases, motel rooms. However, the Act does not apply to some living situations. For example, it doesn’t apply if the tenant must share a

kitchen or bathroom with the owner, or certain family members of the owner; or if the rental unit is only to be used on a seasonal or temporary basis. It also does not apply if you are a roommate who rents accommodation from a tenant instead of from the landlord of a rental property. As a landlord or a tenant, you have a number of rights and obligations. As a landlord, you must keep the rental property in a state of good repair, and not interfere with a tenant’s reasonable enjoyment of the property. As a tenant you must pay rent to the landlord, and must not interfere with the landlord’s and other tenants’ enjoyment of the property. There are also important rules about things like rent increases and evictions. In most cases, a landlord can only increase the

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rent once a year by a percentage that is set each year by the government. The percentage for 2012 is 3.1% and 2.5% for 2013. To increase the rent, a landlord must also give tenants 90 days written notice. The rules about eviction are very strict. As a landlord, you can only evict a tenant for a reason that is allowed in the Act. You must give tenants proper eviction notices (called “Notices of Termination”) that explain the reason you want an eviction. If a tenant does not want to move out after getting an eviction notice, you must apply to the Board for an eviction order. The Board will schedule a hearing where you can each present your side of the story. Instead of having a hearing, you can also try to settle your dispute by making an agreement with the help of a mediator who works for the Board. If you cannot make an agreement, the Board will have a hearing and make a decision. Note that a tenant cannot be evicted without an eviction order. Tenants can apply to the Board for help enforcing their rights about things like disrepair; illegal rent, charges and deposits; and harassment by landlords.

More free information is available online at yourlegalrights.on.ca/housing-law. Tenants may get legal advice by calling Rural Legal Services. Small landlords may contact the Landlord Self-Help Centre at 1-800-7303218 (www.landlordselfhelp.com). For more information about the Act, contact the Board at 1-888-332-3234 (www.ltb.gov.on.ca) This column is not intended to provide legal advice. It provides general legal information and is written by the staff of community legal clinics, student legal aid societies, volunteer local lawyers and Legal Aid Ontario. The law can change. You should contact a lawyer to determine your legal rights and obligations. If you are living on a low income, you may be eligible for free legal help from Legal Aid Ontario (criminal, family or immigration) or your local community legal clinic (income security programs, employment law, tenants’ rights, consumer law, or human rights). You can reach Legal Aid Ontario at 1-800-668-8258 or visit them online at www. legalaid.on.ca. Contact Rural Legal Services at: 613-279-3252 or toll free at 1-888-7778916 for more information.

Limestone Organic Creamery Grand Opening submitted by the Frontenac CFDC imestone Organic Creamery is throwing a party this Sat. Sept. 22, inviting their customers and community members to celebrate their grand opening event from 11am to 4pm. Owned and operated by the Groenewegens, this entrepreneurial family also have another reason to celebrate after having just received a regional award in the Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence program. As one of 50 regional recipients, Frontenac County’s newest creamery is in the running for one of three province-wide awards to be announced in October. South Frontenac Mayor Gary Davison will lead the ribbon cutting ceremony, scheduled

for 1 p.m. The creamery is located at 3113 Sydenham Road, Elginburg. Families and kids will enjoy a fun-filled day. There will be a milk moustache contest contests with prizes for best “tache”. Family members will offer guided facility tours, provide a light lunch and door prizes will be raffled off. The event will be held regardless of weather. Limestone Organic Creamery is a family affair with husband Francis and their two children, Patrick and Olivia. The creamery also features a retail store called the Farm Store and offers home delivery of its organic milk and a wide range of dairy products. Since opening in June, approximately 100 local and area residents have signed up for home delivery services resulting in the creamery

Local students awarded bursaries by Derek Maggs he Friends of Bon Echo Park have awarded $1000 in bursaries to three students. The bursaries are presented annually to graduating students of the North Addington Education Centre, Cloyne, and/or students working at the Park.

By Sara Carpenter

inally, it’s soup season again! Here’s a soothing soup that’s practically a meal in itself. It’s full of tasty chickpeas and has a generous hit of spinach to add extra vitamins and minerals. It makes a super lunch box soup, too. This comes together in half an hour, so it’s an easy and healthful any weeknight you like. Bon appétit!

CHICKPEA & PASTA SOUP WITH GREENS

Kara Tebo of Flinton was awarded a bursary of $500. Kara is entering her first year in an Honours Bachelor of Environmental Management program at Lakehead University. Kara has worked at Bon Echo for two summers, serving on the Natural Heritage Education Team in 2012. Two awards of $250 each were presented to Dallas Arney of Flinton and Erica Rutz of Pembroke. A graduate of North Addington Education Centre, Dallas is attending St. Lawrence College in the Music and Digital Media program. Dallas has supported a number of non-profit organizations through her music, including the Cloyne Historical Society, Relay for Life, Pine Meadow Nursing Home and Through the Roof Ministry. She performs for many of the major jamborees throughout Ontario that raise money towards environmental conservation and has also written a song for MADD Canada. Dallas was presented with her bursary by Bill Campbell .

Makes 5 to 6 servings In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook 2 medium onions, finely chopped in 3 tbsp. olive oil until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 3/4 tsp. dried marjoram leaves; 1/4 tsp. ground rosemary. Cook 2 minutes longer. Add The Verona and District Health Services Committee, 2 pkg (300 g each) chopped frozen spinach (or substitute a Committee of the Township of South Frontenac, 700 kg favourite greens, e.g. wishes to send our warmest welcome to Dr. Peter Swiss chard, kale, trimmed Oglaza as he joins Dr. Laurel Dempsey at the and chopped). Cover; cook until spinach is tender, about Verona Medical Clinic. 10 minutes. We also want to thank the Township of South Add two 900-mL cartons sodium-reduced beef Frontenac, The Verona Lions Club, The Verona stock; one 540-mL can of Community Association, Dr. Laurel Dempsey, chickpeas, drained and Dr. Lynn Wilson and the numerous donors and rinsed; 1/4 tsp. pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat volunteers whose efforts have helped to make our to a simmer. Add 1 c. small vision for the Verona Medical Clinic a reality. pasta (e.g. alphabets, orzo, ditalini). Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes longer. Serve hot, with a garnish of grated Parmesan cheese (opt.).

WELCOME TO DR. Piotr OGLAZA

expanding their home delivery services from one to two days a week. The Groenewegen farm was certified organic a number of years ago and their milk contains no antibiotics or hormones, nor do they use pesticides or herbicides on their farm land. Kathie believes the success they have enjoyed is a reflection of the growing demand by consumers who want to purchase more wholesome, fresher food grown and produced closer to home. The creamery offers weekly home deliveries and residents can place their orders by calling 613-542-0732 or using an online form listed on www.limestonecreamery. com. Its delivery area runs to Highway 15 in the east, west to Westbrook and north to Sydenham. The Farm Store operates Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm.

Natural Heritage Study You are invited to public meetings to review draft mapping and policy for the County of Frontenac’s Natural Heritage Study

Wednesday October 3 - 7PM St. James Major Parish Hall 14608 Hwy 38, Sharbot Lake

Thursday October 4 - 7PM Sydenham Library Community Room 4432 George Street, Sydenham The County has embarked on a Natural Heritage Study, with the goal of developing planning policy that will help to protect significant natural features across the Frontenacs and recognize the value these areas have for residents, business owners, and visitors. Please contact Peter Young 613-548-9400 ext 359 or pyoung@frontenaccounty.ca for more information.

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...

26th in Sharbot Lake $10.00 a meal. Transportation Available

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

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

Sharbot Lake Family Health Team Verona Medical Clinic

Dr. Laurel J. Dempsey wishes to announce that

Piotr P. Oglaza MD CCFP will join her in medical practice on a full-time permanent basis at the Verona Medical Clinic as of January 2013 Dr. Oglaza is taking new patients, restricted to those who are currently without a family physician or who have recently moved to the area and are in need of a new one. Those interested in joining his practice may apply directly at the clinic or call 613-374-1382 for information and/or to be placed on his waiting list. Drs. Dempsey and Oglaza look forward to caring for our rural communities in partnership in the years to come. Verona Medical Clinic 6582 Hwy 38, PO Box 160 Verona, ON K0H 2W0 Tel. 613-374-2077 FAX 613-374-2483

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South Frontenac Council gets out early S

extension agreement, all of which Council approved. Councillor Del Stowe thanked Fragnito and the Corporate Services committee for their work, saying, “We’ve needed this reserves policy for a long time.” Councillor Mark Tinlin asked about the status of Bedford Hall: Stowe said that neither the structure nor the mould problems were as bad as originally thought, and that a new air system was in the later stages of being designed.

Public Works department Open House

by Wilma Kenny ficially opening the Hazardous Waste Depot at 2490 Keeley Road, just off Sydenham Road. The public works employees will be hosting a BBQ with proceeds going to the United Way. The Hazardous Waste facility will be open to receive household hazardous waste & electronics. Donated non-perishable food items will be accepted for Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation. The Keeley Road garage will be open for public tours: Children of all ages will have the opportunity to sit on the heavy equipment. BUSINESS CARD SIZE t rn No Bu d, ey! oo n W Mo

F Council completed its meeting on Sept. 18 in a mere 28 minutes. The evening’s main event, the annual auditor’s report, was postponed. Councillor Ron Vandewal questioned the township’s new format for reporting the month’s financial accounts, noting a loss of information as processes are becoming more streamlined. “I don’t want to micro-manage, but I need to be informed,” said Vandewal, noting that he felt responsible for reviewing each month’s accounts prior to approving them. Mayor Davison suggested that perhaps the Corporate Services committee should look into the issue. Treasurer Louise Fragnito presented the new reserves policy, an insurance option to cover bridges and a tax sale

Accessible with support person

Saturday September 29, from 10am-2pm, the Township’s Public Works Department is holding an open house, and of-

Joint Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Society of KFL&A Sharbot Lake Office

Features: t 409 titanium enhanced stainless steel t Rocker grates and ash pan t Forced air adjustable blower Financing available. t Limited lifetime warranty Highway 511 Heating Solutions

Central Frontenac Housing Corporation, Seniors Housing

Friday, October 12, 2012 St. James Major Catholic Church 6:30 Wine & Cheese, Silent Auction, Raffle 7:00 Live Auction, Garry Drew Auctioneer 8:00 Oh Susanna Concert Raffle & Door Prizes Tickets: $20.00 each. Available at Gray’s Grocery, Sharbot Lake, Sharbot Lake Pharmacy, Village Hair, Verona or call 613-279-3322

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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC JOB POSTING We are seeking to fill the permanent full time role of Chief Building Official. For a complete job description and instructions on how to apply please see our website.

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.

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.

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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.

Limited warranty

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.

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CLOSING OF MASSASSAUGA WASTE DISPOSAL SITE

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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.

COUNCIL MEETING The next Committee of the Whole Meeting will be on September 25th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The next Council Meeting will be on October 2nd, 2012 at 7:00 pm. 4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0 1-800-559-5862 Website: www.township.southfrontenac.on.ca