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April 11, 2013

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Sharbot Lake to be the new location of a Mike Dean’s Super Food Store by Jeff Green

t’s official. Loblaws has sold their Sharbot Lake Freshmart store to Mike Dean’s Super Food Stores, a company based in Winchester, Ontario. A press release confirming the long anticipated purchase was released late Monday, and the cahngeover took place after the store closed n Tuesday at 6:00 pm. “Mike Dean’s Super Food Stores is pleased to announce the purchase of the existing grocery store property, grocery store operation, and valued staff members located at 1039 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake to now operate as Sharbot Lake Market” the release says. In an accompanying note, Gordon Dean, the son and partner of company founder Mike Dean, said, “We anticipate a two week outright closure followed by a re-opening of the remodelled fresh department only area within 14 days. A full update, remodel, and reopening of the complete store is expected by May 24th. It has been obvious that something was happening to the Freshmart store in Sharbot Lake. Since January 1st the store had been cutting down on its stock. By mid-February banks of freezers had been emptied out and even the shelves of canned goods were thinning out, amid reports that an offer to buy the store had been made in mid-December and was awaiting final sign off by both parties. Although it was run as a franchise store by Chuck Belcher of Crow Lake, the Sharbot Lake Freshmart did not have the same corporate structure of other grocery stores in the region, such as the Northbrook, Verona, and Sydenham Foodland stores and the Plevna Freshmart. In those cases the franchisees own the building where the store is located, and operate them under buying agreements with large grocery corporations. Upgrades and rebuilds of those stores have taken place in recent years, undertaken by the franchise owners.

In Sharbot Lake, Loblaws Inc. owned the building, and two successive franchise owners had been unable to convince the company to invest in, upgrade or modernize the facility. The business has suffered as a result. That will all change with the purchase of the property by Mike Dean’s Supestore. Plans are already underway to expand the store to the rear of the property. The Deans are not affiliated with any of the national chains. They do all their purchasing directly from producers, and also do some private labelling through the Nancy’s Fancy trademark. There are Mike Dean’s Superstores in Winchester, Chesterville, Vankleek Hill, Bourget, and a recently opened store in Almonte. They have a warehouse in Winchester that supplies the entire store network. Opening a store in Sharbot Lake is part of a north and westward expansion of Mike Dean’s Superstores, after opening their Almonte store just last month. (see the notice from Mike Dean’s Super Food Store on page 3) This latest purchase marks a further evolution of the grocery business that goes back several decades in the same location. The store was at one time affiliated with IGA, and then M&M. John and Erlene Lee, who owned a competing Red and White store in the building that is now occupied by the St. Lawrence College Employment Centre, bought the store in 1980 and moved their food store to the larger building a few months later. The Lees were affiliated with National Grocers, the parent company of Loblaws, and they ran the store as a Valumart until they sold the building and the business to National Grocers in 1993. It was run as a Valumart and then a Freshmart under Brett Harvey for 12 years, before Chuck Belcher took over eight years ago.

The shelves at the Sharbot Lake Freshmart were almost empty on Tuesday afternooon, hours before the changeover.

Medical aid trip to Honduras: Student nurse Rachel Neadow recently traveled to Honduras with a team to bring medical assistance to people there. See story on page 7.

Kingston staff report urges NEB to go slow on pipeline by Jeff Green report by Cynthia Beach, the Commissioner of Sustainability and Growth with the City of Kingston, raises questions about a proposal by Enbridge to reverse the flow of crude oil in pipeline 9B, which passes through rural Kingston and Storrington District of South Frontenac. Currently the oil flows to the west from Montreal, and Enbridge wants to start moving oil from the west to refineries in Montreal and points east. The proposal by Enbridge, which is currently the subject of a National Energy Board (NEB) hearing process, includes increasing the flow of oil through the pipeline, which has been in place since 1976, by 25% to 300,000 barrels per day. As well, in addition to the light crude oil that has been coursing through the pipeline for 37 years, Enbridge is asking the NEB for permission to transport Diluted Bitumen from the Alberta tar sands through pipeline 9b. In her report, Beach pointed out that there is always a statistical risk of leaks wherever there is an oil pipeline. That risk amounts to an expectation, for the Kingston/Frontenac stretch of the line, of one incident every 285 years related to pipeline corrosion, and one incident every 20 years for all reasons. The other reasons including cracking, equipment failure, material defects, environmental incidents and human impacts. Since 1976, there have been 12 leaks and one rupture in the entire stretch of pipeline 9b between Hamilton and Montreal, none of which occurred in the section that passes through Kingston and Frontenac. The most serious incident was a rupture near the terminus at Montreal, when close to 3,000 cubic metres of oil spilled. The total spillage from all the other incidents combined is 50 cubic metres, and no lasting environmental damage is noted along the line.

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However, Beach raised some potential concerns with the Enbridge plan. The first has to do with the proposal to transport diluted bitumen. While pipeline industry scientists claim the substance is no more corrosive than light crude oil there are scientists who disagree. If it is determined the bitumen is more corrosive, the potential for pipeline failure would increase. “There continues to be sufficient conflict between the science in regard to the relative corrosivity between conventional crude oil and dil-bit [diluted bitumen] that the US Congress has commissioned an assessment of the matter by the Transportation Research Board. Clarity on this issue is expected with the conclusion on the US Transportation Research Board’s work scheduled for the end of 2013,” Cynthia Beach wrote. She recommended that the City request that the NEB wait until the study is released before deciding whether to approve Enbridge’s application. A second concern relates to the fact that pipeline 9b has not had a “hydrostatic test”, which is a measure of the integrity of the pipe when under maximum pressure, since 1997. In her report, Cynthia Beach recommends that the City “request the NEB to consider the merits of a new hydrostatic test as a demonstration of the integrity of the line 9b pipeline.” The report makes two other recommendations, one dealing with training for emergency responders, and the other with ensuring that Enbridge provides a $1 billion surety against potential environmental impacts in the event of a major spill. The cleanup for an Enbridge pipeline spill on the Kalamazoo River in Michigan state cost over $765 million in the two years following the spill itself, and the cleanup is still ongoing.

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Sydenham Water: still $1 million short – a primer T

reasurer Louise Fragnito came to South Frontenac Committee of the Whole to ask for direction in addressing three financial questions related to the Sydenham water treatment plant: unfunded liability, user rates and the need to build a reserve fund for future capital replacement. As of the end of 2012, $1,018,886 remains unpaid, or in 'treasurer-speak' an un-funded liability, while the projected reserve funds which were to have come from user fees have been largely eaten away by the escalating operating costs of the plant. The Unfunded Liability This has two parts: A) from the beginning, the Township agreed to temporarily carry $530,550, an amount projected to be paid off as new connections, such as subdivisions, are created. This year, a new subdivision within the Sydenham area is projected to contribute $155,330, which would reduce this portion of the debt to $375,220. Utilities Kingston, in cooperation with the Township's Public Works Department, is conducting a capacity study to confirm the system has sufficient growth capacity to eventually pay off the remainder. B) is the township's portion of the nearly $1 ½ million cost of the plant upgrade, to improve the treatment process. (This was necessary because the combination of chlorine and organic matter that passed through the filters in the original design led to the development of potentially dangerous chemical by-products.) The federal and provincial governments each covered one-third of the upgrade, but the remaining third was a township responsibility. There was a lawsuit, presumably against the original designers of the system, which the township won. However the details of this have never been made public, and $488,336 remains outstanding. Previous councils have always been very clear that the price of Sydenham water treatment is a Sydenham, not a township responsibility. Sydenham presently has 174 active water users: the remaining 104 are not connected to the system, but are required to also pay the basic mandatory user fee of $41 a month, the cost of 18 cubic metres of water. Fragnito could not say what actual volume of water the

average household currently uses, but she has agreed to provide that information. The township has an Investing in Ontario reserve of $300,698, which could possibly be indirectly used to help pay down a large part of the township's portion of the upgrade. However, this is money that would otherwise be available for projects in other parts of the township. User Rates and Capital Replacement Reserve The news only gets worse: the current operation of the plant is not generating sufficient funds to both cover operating costs and build a reserve for future capital costs to replace/repair plant parts as they wear out.

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Where Next? Public Works and Utilities Kingston are working on a new water rate financial plan to bring to Council later this year, which will take into account projected capital replacement costs, present and projected operating costs, and inflation. As for the nearly half a million upgrade, Council had no easy answers. Councilor McPhail made a notice of motion to come to the next Council meeting, directing staff to look into the possibility of reopening negotiations with the School Board, which made a substantial one-time payment toward the original cost of the water system, but does not pay any ongoing user fees. (See the good news on page 3)

Central Fronteanc Council reinstates Free Amnesty Load program by Julie Druker

motion was motion put forth by Councilor Wayne Millar to reconsider a motion passed by Central Frontenac council on March 12 to end the free amnesty load program at township dumps, Under the program, residents can dump one trailer load of garbage each year. Councilor Norm Guntensperger, who was absent when the motion was passed on March 12, said: “When I read it in the paper I thought “people will not like this’ and I would not have supported the motion. Wayne Millar said he received emails about it from constituents saying the program is “one small thing that makes voters happy” and agreed that it should be reinstated. Tom Dewey supported reinstating the program and also suggested having staff re-evaluate the program after this year. Frances Smith was also in favour of re-instating the program. “We want to encourage people to clean up their properties and by offering one free load we will encourage people to do that.” Councilor John Purdon disagreed and supported his view with facts he garnered from the 1998 bylaw, noting that at that time people had to pay to have tires, large appliances

“Gutowski” bylaw makes the rounds by Jeff Green t their meeting next week, Frontenac County Council will be considering a bylaw to limit the term of county warden to one year. If the bylaw is approved - and all indications are that it will be - it will not take effect until after the next municipal election in the fall of 2014. The current warden, Central Frontenac Mayor Janet Gutowski, is free to remain in the post until that election, unless she chooses to resign. The request to prepare this bylaw came from North Frontenac Mayor Bud Clayton in December of last year, at the same time that the majority of the membership of the council expressed non-confidence in Warden Gutowski and asked her to resign. Until this year, the accepted practice, for 146 years, had been for the warden to resign after one year, even though the appointment has always officially been for a

four-year term. The two adjacent counties, Lanark and Lennox and Addington, change their warden each year, The preamble to Clayton’s formal request that a bylaw be prepared expresses the frustration felt by members of the council at Gutowski’s decision to stay on as warden after her year was up: “Mayor Gutowski is not prepared to step down after the first year of her term, even though she has agreed to and honoured this practice in the past. With County Council appointing a warden to a fixed term, County Council does not have leave to revoke that appointment. “… County Council (with the exception of Warden Gutowski) does not agree with and/or does not support the warden’s decision and requests that this be documented in the minutes … “ Once a public meeting is held at the county office in Glenburnie next Wednesday, April 17, at 1 pm, the bylaw will come forward at a county meeting. Each of the Frontenac townships will also be asked to pass a resolution consenting to the bylaw. The “Gutowski” bylaw will then be in effect as of December 1, 2014. The bylaw will not prohibit an individual from seeking the warden’s job in consecutive years, but they will have to face an election by council each year.

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such as fridges, freezers, BBQs and other e-waste items accepted at the township’s waste sites. “Now that is not the case. The majority of these items can now be recycled for free. People may not realize this. I think we should stand our ground.” by a 6-3 vote, the motion to reconsider was accepted. Following that vote council put forth a new motion to reinstate the program and direct staff to re-evaluate the program in another year’s time.

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Charges laid in pedestrian's death

On April 08 at 11:11 a.m., officers from the Frontenac OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision involving a van hitting a pedestrian on the Wolf Swamp Road, South Frontenac Township. Police determined that 83-yearold Sarah Mills of South Frontenac Township was walking southbound on the Wolf Swamp Road on the east shoulder. Her husband was also following in his southbound van with his emergency four-way flashers on to ensure her safety. While Mrs. Mills was walking, a northbound 2008 Chevrolet Uplander struck her. Mrs. Mills was transported to the Kingston General Hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries. Mrs. Mills was very active and walked the road on a regular basis, with her husband faithfully following in his van for her safety. The driver operating the van that struck Mrs. Mills was arrested at the scene by police and transported to the Frontenac OPP Detachment. Charged with Impaired Driving Causing Death, Dangerous driving causing death, and criminal negligence causing death is 29-year-old Helen Carr of Hartington, Ontario. Carr is to appear in Kingston court on May 30, 2013.

Passenger killed in head on collision

On April 7, at approximately 12:35 am, Frontenac OPP responded to a head-on collision on Perth Road near Hidden Valley Road, South Frontenac Township, approximately 20 km north of Kingston. A southbound vehicle collided head on with a northbound vehicle while a second southbound vehicle that was travelling behind the first one received minor damage as the driver attempted to avoid the carnage in front. This driver did not receive any injuries. Seventy-two-year -old Marlene Smith of Kingston, a passenger in the first south-bound vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of the cars that collided head-on received serious but non-life threatening injuries and were transported to hospital. Perth Road remained closed until shortly after 6am.

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e: outside door at the community centre at Arden. Unable to come closed tightly properly. Mr. Dewey â&#x20AC;&#x201C; You told me the night of March 19 at the card game that the door would be fixed by March 26, 2013 which there is proof of your saying. To date this has never been done. Sorry Tom Dewey. You have forced me to take action on this matter, whether it will do any good. This door has been this way for approximately two years. To me, this is the responsibility of the Township of Central Frontenac and not our caretaker. If the outside door of your house did not work properly, would you not have it fixed? Also â&#x20AC;&#x201C; County Road 38 from south of Godfrey to Highway #7 at Sharbot Lake: I asked our mayor, Janet Gutowski, about one year ago if the Township of Central Frontenac

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received any funds from the provincial government to cover the cost in maintaining this portion of the road and she replied â&#x20AC;&#x153;NOâ&#x20AC;?. Do the people realize that we pay taxes to the provincial government and we also pay taxes to the Township of Central Frontenac to cover this portion? This is NOT right! I hear that the township may put an electric fence around the Olden dump site to keep bears away. If someone is killed, who is responsible? As far as I am concerned, the Ministry of Natural Resources should take care of the bear â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NOT the township. Why is the extra expense on the tax payer? I hope the gas tax received by Central Frontenac all goes for the upkeep of our roads. - Thomas Hughes

The passing of a Sharbot Lake landmark

still think of myself as a newcomer to Sharbot Lake though Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had Roly Dusharm as a neighbour for nearly a quarter of my life. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lived next door to Roly almost as long as I lived with my parents. Yet, I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know he had died until I came home and saw the hearse and police cars in front of his house. This is kind of sad but, in a way, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also kind of fitting. Roly was a proud and private man and I expect this is how he would have liked to go â&#x20AC;&#x201C; by himself, with his dog and his cats. There are no doubt folks in the community who feel that we, or someone, should have done more. But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure Roly would have wanted it. Certainly people have tried to do more in the past and been rebuffed. There are lots of people who succeeded in doing things for Roly. There is a neighbour who occasionally brought groceries and always brought Christmas dinner and a lady who did

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Major Changes Coming to Local Waste Sites When it comes to garbage, South Frontenac is facing some big challenges: â&#x20AC;˘ The provincial government is continuing to tighten its rules around waste site capacityand management (they're not pleased that Portland's once reassuringly large capacity is mostly in the swamp), â&#x20AC;˘ It costs a lot to keep five waste sites open and staffed for a total of 87 hours a week, â&#x20AC;˘ We - all of us - are producing more and more waste every year, â&#x20AC;˘ South Frontenac residents do not recycle/ divert nearly as much waste as they could, or as many other municipalities do, in spite of weekly curbside blue-box pick-up. In February, Council approved a new waste disposal operational plan intended toaddress some of these issues. As of May 1st, â&#x20AC;˘ Portland and Loughborough will be open two, not three days a week; Salem, Bradshaw and Green Bay one day a week each, with some of Bradshaw's summer hours moved to Sunday, â&#x20AC;˘ Salem, Bradshaw and Green Bay will accept no waste other than tagged household garbage (Portland and Loughborough will accept neither of these.) â&#x20AC;˘ Portland will take large articles, mixed

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· The Kennebec Recreation Committee would like to thank the children and parents who attended the Easter Party last Saturday, also, a big thanks to the volunteers who helped with the crafts, games, set up and lunch. Your assistance was greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank Salamander conservationist, Matt Ellerbeck, who took time out of his busy schedule to educate all present on the threats that salamanders face and the things that can be done to help them survive. It was also very interesting to meet local and exotic salamanders. Thanks again, Matt. · The Arden United Church will be hosting another Eggs as you Like them Breakfast, 8 to 11am this Saturday April 13 at the Kennebec Hall. Not only is breakfast served with a smile, there are many Silent Auction items you can bid on as well. A free will donation would be appreciated. · Kennebec Diners will meet April 16 at the Kennebec Hall for their April luncheon. This NFCS sponsored luncheon is available, for $10 pp, for anyone over the age of 50. Join the regulars this month for Shepherd’s Pie, cream corn salad and apple pie with Ice cream for dessert. If you haven’t reserved your spot, give me a call at 613-335-3186 and I’ll make sure to save you a chair. · There will be a Music Jamboree in Sharbot Lake at the high school, April 28 at 1pm. The cost is $10 and entertainers include Adam Knapp, Mitch Barker, Allen Love, “Elvis”, Paige Romborough and Old Habits. For more information please call Dave, 613-375-6318 or Linda, 613-335-2053. · Stay turned for much more information on 2013’s annual

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Trivia Night. · The Kennebec Recreation committee will meet Monday evening, at the Hall, April 15, at 7pm. · The Annual Elections meeting for the Arden Legion will be Sunday April 28 at 9. You must be a member in good standing to participate, so if you have not paid your 2013 membership dues, please drop into the branch and do so.

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· A Community Family Fun Afternoon will be held April 13 from 1-4 p.m. at St. Paul's United Church. There will be games and activities for all ages. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free event, but non-perishable food items to be donated to the SFCSC food bank are most welcome. · A Cash Bingo will be held on April 16 at the Golden Links Hall. Early bird 7 p.m. Books $7-15. Call Barb at 613-3722315 for information. · On April 19, a "Theme" Dance will be held at the Golden Links Hall from 7-10 p.m. for ages 9-15. $25 gift card for best "Spring" outfit (lots of bright colours and flowers). Call Sharon at 613-372-1274 or Wayne at 613-358-2533. · A Turkey Dinner will be held April 21 at the Golden Links Hall from 4:30-6 p.m. Cost is $13. Call Barb 613-372-2315. · Enjoy an evening of Bluegrass Music at the Christian Fellowship Church on April 23 beginning at 7 p.m. The Ralph Stanley Two and The Tebworth Brothers will perform. Tickets are $20 in advance/$25 at the door. Call June White 613372-2400 or Ken Roloson 613-372-2625. · Rev. Oscar Simpson's Country Church, April 25, 7 p.m. at the Hartington Community Church. Music by The Old Hims, Gord Struthers and Jim Smith with guest Glenda Nichol. Free-will offering, refreshments; information 374-2178. · Sydenham Women's Institute will be hosting a Craft and Bake Sale, April 27, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Sydenham Legion. Jewellry, Tupperware, jams and pickles, paintings, wood work and much more. · Words to live by: Never give up on something you can’t go a day without thinking about. Have a great week.

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· Jazmine Clement is co-oping at “The Smile Clinic” in Perth. She’s taking the Dental Assistant Course in the fall; also doing a placement at Hair Looms in Mississippi to earn school credits. You go, girl! · Love & prayers to Dale Gemmill and family. · It took me a long time, but finally found out the name of the gentleman living in Herb Steele’s house. Welcome to the community, Dave Trumble. · Went over for Tea & Toast at the Snow Road Community Centre on Friday morning. A large crowd attended and had a wonderful visit with them all. · Learn the basics about Dementia on April 17, 1 p.m. at the Central Frontenac Mature Living Complex, 1069B Clement Road in Sharbot Lake. The presentation will be an hour long followed by a question and answer period. Refreshment provided. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. For further information, please contact Caitlin Norwich-Stevenson at 613-544-3078, Ext 203. · There were 138 people fed at the Snow Road Snowmobile Club on Saturday morning. The donation to Cancer was $612. The next breakfast is April 20 – for Alzheimer’s. · The Harriette Cook Brunch at Watson’s Corners was a big success. Over 400 people were fed. · On Saturday, April 13 at 10:30 a.m. Snow Road church members, adherents and friends are invited to gather at Snow Road Community Centre for coffee, a brief “annual” meeting, and planning/visioning session. · Congratulations to Sara Magie & Aidin Jabbari who were married in Kingston on April 6. Kathy, Cheryl and Olive Allan attended the wedding and said it was just beautiful! · Smile - Obstacles are what we see when we take our eyes off the goal.

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· Thinking of you to Carol (Wagar) Toogood, Gary Wilson and Jessie Donnely. · 90th Birthday wishes to Aileen Wagar. · Condolences to the family of the late Harris Garrett. · Congratulations to Sarah Magie & Aidin Jabbari who exchanged vows on April 6. Sarah is the student minister of Parham United Church. The congregation welcomed Robert Lawson who is filling in for Sarah while she is honeymooning. · Congratulations to Lois & Levi Ducharme on their 60th Wedding Anniversary. · The St. James Anglican Church congregation are pleased and excited to announce that Father George Kwari will be their new priest. Come on out and help them welcome him on Sunday, April 14 at 9 a.m. · Congratulations to Jacob Neadow and Leah Mallette on their engagement! · The Rebekahs' soup & sandwich is from 11am – 1pm on April 17 at IOOF hall in Parham. · Thanks to everyone for the phone calls, food and encouraging words to our family after the passing of my sister Vi. It definitely helped to ease the sorrow. · Thinking of you to Archie Meeks. · The Grade 7/8 Class at Land o' Lakes Public School is holding a Ham & Cash Bingo on Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Public School - be sure to come out and support their efforts. · Happy Birthday to Tori Newmann, Connie McVeigh, Jack & Claire Willis, Dorothy Cowen, Derek Teal, Nolan Teal, Mark Howes and Sylvia Emmons.

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613-479-2797 email: ohlkek@limestone.on.ca · The Ompah Volunteer Firefighters are selling raffle tickets, $10 each, for a 2013 Honda 420 PG ATV. If you haven't got your ticket yet, contact Rose and Dennis at Double S Sports and Marina in Ompah. The value of the ATV is $9,899. Tickets are selling fast! The winning ticket will be drawn on April 27 at the Ompah Hall at 8pm, after the ATV Run Dinner. · The Clarendon Central Reunion is on Saturday, April 13, 10am to 4pm! Come and meet with old friends and enjoy the reunion! The anniversary committee is looking for volunteers to assist with parking on the day of the celebration. There will be a shuttle from the store to and from the school and people are needed to direct parking at the store. If they have a few more volunteers, the shifts would be no more than one hour. Phone Brenda (479-2837). Secondly, they are looking for a slide carousel projector so the Decade Room of the '70s can show some wonderful slides from those years. (Phone Cindy 479-2561). Thirdly, the hardcopy anniversary yearbooks are ready for sale. If you would like to reserve one please call Brenda (479-2837) or Heather (479-5549). · The monthly bingo fundraiser for the Clar-Mill volunteer firefighters is on Friday April 19, 7-9pm at the Clar-Mill hall. There are cash prizes. · Jack’s JAM is happening again on April 20 at the Clar-Mill Hall! The fun starts at 1pm and there is a potluck supper. Bring an instrument, sing along or just enjoy the music and fine company! There will also be a Silent Auction and Bake Sale put on by the North Frontenac Relay for Life Team, so be sure to come and do some shopping and bidding to support their cause. The sale and auction will be from 2 until 6pm and at 6 winners will be announced. Don’t miss the fun! · Residents shoud be aware of a deer who likes to cross at the bottom of the hill in Plevna. It has startled many motorists so far. This is a reduced speed zone; please be cautious · Plevna Joke of the Week: Marlene "What’s the difference between a horse and the weather?" Larry "One is reined up and the other rains down."

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· Sympathy to the family of Harris Garrett who recently passed away. He was 95. · Our sympathies to the family of Marjorie Generoux, daughter of the late Don and Dora Generoux. · We were saddened to learn of Violet Cooke's passing (Lowery). She resided at Fairmount Home but was from Parham. · Happy birthday to David Bates, Aileen Wagar 90, Frances Prosser 90, Tori Neuman, Amanda Matson, Brenda Noonan, Grace Noonan, David Scott, Jack, Claire Wellis (twins), Joan Wyatt, Norma Pringle, Brian Cox, Tyrel Flieler. · Happy Anniversary to Ray & Faye Whitelock, Kelly & Marty Cowdy. · Best Wishes to Arlene Uens. An open house was held for her on April 3 at the Resource Centre in Sharbot Lake to help her celebrate her new career. · Thanks to everyone who supported the roast beef dinner on April 6 at Mountain Grove, a fundraiser for the Relay for Life team "Relaying and Beyond" · Music of the Easter Season was held on April 7 at the Community Church of God in Petworth. It was a great afternoon of music and talent. Thanks to Pastor Ruth Paul and her husband Ron · There will be a memorial service on April 18, 2pm at Arbour Heights for all residents who have passed away over the year. Friends and family invited. · "Eggs as you like them" will be held on April 13, 8-11am at the Arden community Centre, sponsored by the United church · What a wonderful breakfast we had at the legion on April 6. It was a funraiser for replacing the roof of the Legion. Thanks to everyone that helped. · Thinking of Reg Peterson, Leigh Scott, Terry Robertson, Kenneth Smith, Verna Cowdy, Vera Whan, Betty Tarney, Doris Forbes, Andy Armstrong, Loraine Deline, Joyce Smith, Shirley Noonan, Frances Badour. · Please keep those soup labels, pop tabs, bread ties coming. Have a great week!

VERONA Debbie Lingen

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· Your voice counts! The Verona Village Meeting will be held on Monday, April 15 at 7 pm. South Frontenac Township Council is willing to help Verona meet its goals, but they need to hear from Verona residents. Mayor Gary Davison, Councillors John McDougall, Bill Robinson and township employees will be there to discuss the ideas for change. All Verona residents are encouraged to attend. For further information contact Wayne Conway at 613-374-3807. · Drop by the next Verona Cattail Festival meeting and discover what this year's festival is all about! What better way to get involved in the Verona community than to volunteer? Whether you can help for the entire two day festival or just for an hour or two, your contribution is invaluable to the festival. The Festival always welcomes new faces. Tuesday April 16, 7 pm at the Verona Lions Hall. For more information call Wayne Conway 613-374-3807. · There will be a fundraiser for Drew Cumpson on Saturday, May 4 at the North Frontenac Arena. It will be an evening of music, a silent auction and a late-night buffet. Entertainment will be provided by Bauder Road, Killing Time and Still Standing. Some of the Silent Auction items are Taylor Swift Tickets, Theme baskets, Art Work, Gift Certificates, Silpada Jewelry and much more. Tickets for the evening are $20 per

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person. children 16 and under free. Tickets are available at LD Power Sports, Toppers Convenience Store, Rona Hardware and Reid's Foodland. There are only a limited number of tickets available. If you can’t attend and want to donate to the cause, you may do so by donating at any of the ticket sale locations.

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· Come to Grace Hall in Sydenham (formerly Grace United Church) for a Bake & Book Sale and Blood Pressure Clinic this Saturday April 13 from 11-2. This is sponsored by St Patricks CWL and in support of the Kidney Foundation of Canada Kingston Chapter. · The Sydenham library has lots of programs for all ages from Books for Babies to "Read the Book - See the Movie". Stop in at the branch to pick up a flyer or register for one of many fun events for you or your children. · These past few days have seen a concerning number of tragic accidents and crashes in our areea. As I write this there are people in our community who are struggling to make sense out of seemingly random events that have changed the direction of their lives. Be kind to those you know who are suffering - and be are sure to honor those you hold dear. Life is fleeting.

MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula

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· The 21st Annual Maberly Maple Festival Pancake Brunch is coming up on Saturday April 20, 10 am – 1 pm at the Maberly Community Hall. Generous helpings of country-size pancakes topped with pure Maple Syrup and served with maple baked beans and sizzling sausages. Coffee, tea or juice included. Adults: $10; Children under12: $5, toddlers free. There will also be sale of home baking and new Maple Syrup. For information call Margaret French 613 268-2102; for donation of home baking call Holly Kirkham, 268-2243 or Nancy Barrett 613 268-2960 · Musicians Circle is tonight, Thursday April 11 at 7pm. This is a new event for musicians only, so that they can play together, try out new things, make music and network. This will become a regular event at the ABC hall if enough people are interested! Call Matt Churchill, 613-273-9005 · Registration for Baseball and Soccer are now open. Registration forms are available at the Municipal Office or can be

PAGE 5 downloaded from at www.tayvalleytwp.ca under the “Resident Services – Recreation” tabs. Early bird registration fees are in effect for both programs until April 19. Baseball is $25 and Soccer $300. Soccer is Monday evenings at Glen Tay Public School from 6-7pm. Registration numbers will determine where Baseball will be held this year. · Tay Valley Trivia Challenge! Friday, Apr. 12, Tay Valley Municipal Offices, cost is $10. Prizes and Trophy for the winning team! Proceeds to support Special Tay Valley Recreation Programs for Children & Youth. Munchies and refreshments will be provided. Please contact the Township Office at 267-5353 for further information and registration. · The Sharbot Lake & District Lions Club will be hosting a country jamboree and dance on April 28 at Sharbot Lake High School, 1 – 4:30 pm · Spring Choir Concert at the Maberly Hall. “It’s a Grand Night for Singing” on Sunday, April 28, 7pm. Admission by donation. Refreshments to follow.

DENBIGH Angela Bright

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· Sending Happy 90th Birthday wishes to Myrtle Keller who is celebrating today, April 11. All the very best to you Myrtle! · This Saturday is the New Apostolic Church pancake breakfast, 10am to 1pm. Donations for the food bank will be gratefully accepted. · Music-in-the-hall will take place this Sunday at 1pm. · On Wednesday, April 17, 1:30pm at the Lions Club Hall in Griffith, the Northern Lights Seniors will have a representative from Care for Health & Community Services. The talk will be on the “Going Home” Program that all seniors should know about. As always non-members are welcome with a item to the food bank. · Ladies, you are invited to a Spring Celebration on Saturday, April 20, 9:30am to 2pm. It will be held at the Vennachar Free Methodist parsonage, with a special guest speaker, music and lunch. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Debbie by April 17 at 613-479-8057. · There are only a few tickets left for the Mardi Gras Murder Mystery dinner on April 20. Call Alice to get yours before they are sold out: 613 333 9542. · Taylon Snider has wrapped up the Penny Drive for CHEO (Children’s Hospital of eastern Ontario) and more than

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Matt Ellerbeck and his salamanders

by Julie Druker hough it came a week late, youngsters from the Arden area community were treated to a Easter party courtesy of the Kennebec Rec Committee. Salamander Man, Matt Ellerbeck, thrilled youngsters with his live salamander presentation and children of all ages enjoyed making Easter bags, jewelry, tattoos, decorating cookies and last but not least fossicking out Easter eggs that were hidden around the grounds. Following the events was a lunch

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ileen (Sam) Conroy is an Anishnaabe-kwe (Ojibwe Auntie) from Madoc, Ontario, who has worked in education for the past 43 years. She is passionately dedicated to the teachings of the Elders and the Ancestors. Her background in Native Studies is from both Laurentian and Trent Univer-

sities. Sam is working within the Aboriginal Arts Council of Ontario in the elementary schools in the area and she currently teaches in the Faculty of Education at Queen’s as the Science and Tech professor in the Aboriginal Teacher Education Program. The Cloyne and District Historical Society welcomes everyone to come and visit with Sam on Monday, April 15 at 1 p.m. in Cloyne Community Hall. Let’s talk about the responsibilities that have been given to us to care for the land, the waters, the plants, and the animals of this beautiful land of lakes!

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liff Boomhower has been a well-known member of the Northbrook and surrounding communities for years. He would spend most of his days walking the roads with his beloved “Betsy”, picking up bottles, and making lots of friends along the way. Everyone knows Cliff and they are more than happy to stop to say hi when he is out on his travels. Some of you may have noticed you do not see him out as much. But not to worry, he is now spending his days with us, at Pine Meadow Nursing Home. His laughter, jokes, and lovely singing voice keep everyone entertained in the home. He is an adored resident here, and we are happy to have him. He still gets out when the weather is nice, walking to the IGA to buy himself a special treat; or just taking the “Betsy” for a walk. Although he may not walk as many miles as he used to, he still enjoys a visit or hello from all those he has met along the way. submitted by Pine Meadow Nursing Home

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doubled the goal of $500. He will proudly deliver $1061.61 to CHEO next week. Between Taylon, his mom, and sister Tegan, they rolled 66,950 pennies. The rest of the money raised was donated in silver, bills, and 2 cheques. Taylon wishes to thank everyone for making a difference in the life of the child by supporting his penny drive, and said, “All monies meant so much to me but even more to the sick children at CHEO.” · As you do your spring cleaning, keep in mind NAEC's Belles and Beaus Grad Closet. They will happily accept your donation of formal wear for Grades 8 and 12 graduating students, for their end of year celebrations. And if you would like to volunteer to help out with the Grad Closet, contact Tanya @ tanyarosenblath@hotmail.com, or Sarah at alexus_sl@ hotmail.com 613-336-9608.

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t is no surprise that the plans for a 50-year anniversary celebration at Clarendon Central Public School (CCPS) in Plevna began with two women who both have had a long and rich history there. Heather White, an early graduate and former caretaker at the school, and Brenda Martin, one of the school's former principals, began thinking about a 50-year anniversary celebration close to a year and a half ago. The two formed a committee to organize the event, which is open to everyone and will take place at the school on Saturday, April 13 from 10am - 4pm. The event is to remember and celebrate the beloved community school whose motto continues to be “Working Together, Learning Together, Growing Together”. Construction began on the school in 1961 and was completed in 1963 when it was officially opened. Clarendon Central would end up replacing 14 smaller schools in the surrounding area, including the Ardoch, Plevna, Fernleigh and Ompah school houses. John Walton was the school's first principal and its first teachers were Elinor (Burke) Black, Gail Wilson and Ernest Young. In 1988 plans were underway to add a gymnasium to the school, which was completed in 1992. To this day the school continues to serve students and their families with a continued dedication to the arts, new technology, and hands on skills. Brenda Martin was school principal from

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them some of those memories to this day.” Martin is hoping to re-ignite some of those memories at the upcoming anniversary celebrations, where classrooms will designated by the various decades and special activities and events will be taking place in each location. Visitors will see displays of old photos and will be school invited towas participate S.S.#8 This in in a number of special activities like trivia challenges, hops other events the sock village of and Fernleigh and from school days gone by. opened around 1881. In the '60s room pictures of the various old schoolhouses that CCPS replaced along with examples of furniture and school equipment from that era will be on display. The later years of the school will focus on new technology at the school including its smart boards and computers. Hungry visitors will be able to enjoy a '60s style cafe with hotdogs, hamburgs and sodas. There will also be a raffle The Fernleigh school opened around 1881. It was one of the schools replaced by Clarendon Central for a number of special hand made items by 1984-88 and headed up the silver anniver- der 100 students in total from kindergarten to former students, which include an oak blanS.S.#9 was previously was movedCentral and isbecame #9 Mud Lake school in 1909. grade 8. “Clarendon a very unique sary celebrations in 1988. She spokeS.S.#5 of what which ket box by Brian Lemke, an original painting the school has meant to her over the years. little country school and teaching there was by Gleva Lemke and an original sketch by “I was always impressed by the many talent- always been such a joy because the curricu- Carrie White. S.S.#10 school was built Beech ,a could settlement part way between Plevna for theCorners entire school be so easily ed students whoThis attended the school over atlum At noon, a ceremony willand take place with the years. So many of them were incredibly integrated.” She recalled some of her favor- a welcome by current school principal Dave Buckshot Lake. When it closed it became a private residence and then a hunting camp and talented in the arts and technology areas ite memories, which included bringing the Allison, LDSB trustee Ann Goodfellow and and they really benefited from the later was destroyed bymany fire.art- students to her cottage where they learned North Frontenac Mayor Bud Clayton. There ists who came to the school to teach them a about outdoor education: ice fishing, snow will also be available for purchase a 50th Annumber of different skills, like wood working, shoeing, native traditions and more. "I re- niversary year book titled "Remember When" member when the students paddled tie-dying and mask making.” Many of those orders taken for a special S.S.#11 This school was built along the Laundrie road aboutcanoes a mileand west of will thebeold Snow road.DVD redown the Mississippi River to pick wild rice; cording of the day's events. Organizers hope objects will be on display at the event. Since received financial 1905 it thenand closed Insee 1906. it was such during an intimate experience I'm to Martin alsoitspoke of the no intimacy of the assistance everyone come out to help celebrate school because of its size, which is just un- sure some of those students still carry with this special event at CCPS.

S.S.#12 This school opened in Coxvale in 1901 and closed in 1913. It reopened In 1914 and it Medical aid team travels to long Honduras is unknown how it remained open. I S.S.#13 This school opened in the settlement of Wilson in 1902. It served students in Miller by Rachel Neadow

n February, I was given a truly amazing experience of going to Honduras to help those less fortunate. I would like to tell you about our general days at the brigades and some of what I saw. First off, it is extremely difficult to explain my experience. There really are no words that explain what I saw, the feelings I had and the lessons I learned. We left the Toronto Airport Thursday, February 14 at 6:15 a.m. but had to be in line at 3 a.m. We ended up landing in Puerto Lempira, Honduras (which is the location where we stayed for our trip) at 5:30-6 p.m. This landing strip in Honduras is the second most dangerous landing strip in the world, because it is literally a dirt road that is located between the Hondurans’ houses, and the strip is not really that long in length to stop or take off. Our medical team consisted of registered nurses, doctors (cardiologist, respirologist, and emergency doctors), a physiotherapist, nursing students, interpreters (Hondurans), and a military entourage. In total we had around 30 individuals on our team. Our “hotel” was located right by a lagoon and was the most beautiful sight. Every morning you could see palm trees and the setting sun over the water, which was amazing. The weather was gorgeous; every day it was at least 29 degrees but with the humidity and working on the brigades, it felt much hotter. We had some days that were mid-thirties and close to 40, which felt delightful seeing as though there was snow in Canada. The place where we traveled to was called the “Mosquito Coast” and the Hondurans there spoke their indigenous language called “Miskito”. This meant that we had to have two Honduran interpreters at all of our brigades (one from English to Spanish, another from Spanish to Miskito). Friday, February 15 was basically a packing/organizing day. We had to sort out all our medicine into categories (cardiac, analgesics, antibiotics, respiratory etc.), sort the donations of clothing and toys into their sections and separate all of the other supplies as well. After we separated the materials, we

had to separate them once again into eight sections, because we were completing eight brigade days and needed a variety of supplies and at each village. As you can imagine this Matawatchan township. took....a......long.....time! Saturday, February 16 was our first medical brigade day and just before we were leaving, our hotel tragedy struck. A 12-year-old boy was literally crushed against a cement wall by a military truck. Thank goodness that we were a medical brigade team and obtained experienced doctors and nurses in these type of emergency situations. A great deal of life threatening scenarios happened to this young boy, but three of our doctors/nurses ended up saving his life in the end! Our medical brigade days were quite similar in each of the villages we attended. We usually left our hotel by 7 a.m. because the villages were usually an hour or longer drive away. We had two villages where we HAD to take boats, so local fisherman took us on these days. Basically a brigade day looked like this: We would set up different “stations”. We had a registration area where the Hondurans in the village would tell one of our interpreters their name, age, and date of birth. From here they went to the Triage area, and this was just like a normal triage area in a hospital where individuals described their main complaints and reasons for being at the brigade. From here either the people would be sent to the dentist or doctors, depending on their major complaints. And then the last station was the pharmacy area, where the Hondu-

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rans would pick up their prescriptions they received from the doctors, as well as food, clothing and toys. I got to work at every station and learned more about nursing in these two weeks than actually being in placements in Canada. I believe this was because everything was hands on constantly, and I was doing assessments that I have never done before. The doctors were extremely great at getting us nursing students to come and see abnormalities within patients and explained to us what it was, why it happened and how to treat it. During the brigade days the nursing students had to complete a health promotion project. So I did the basic process of how to brush your teeth. Every single Honduran was extremely grateful for our help and many of the mothers would hug us and cry when we gave them food supplies. One of the most inspiring things I saw while in Honduras was how thankful and generous the Hondurans were. We would be going to their villages to help them because they were lacking food, clean accessible water and health care, but when we were leaving their villages they would want to give us a large portion of their coconuts, even though they were limited in food. This experience truly changed my perspective and made me feel extremely selfish about my life back in Canada. These individuals were so happy with the small amount of resources they had, but still I never saw them without a smile on their faces. The only thing that mattered to them was their families and the love that they provided to them. It was inspiring and very emotional to see that these people living in extreme poverty loved their

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Kickoff for Flinton Relay N ext Wednesday, April 17, the kick-off event for the 2013 Flinton Relay for Life will take place at the Flinton Recreation Centre. The Relay for Life Committee and other local organizers of the event will all be on hand to talk about plans for this year's relay, share some refreshments and show some video footage from the 2010 and 2011 Flinton relays. The kick-off will also be a good opportunity for new teams or individuals to register for the relay.

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Sue Tobia, the chairperson for Luminaria sales, will be there selling, and the cancer survivors' lap co-ordinator Sherry Tebo will be looking to register individuals for the lap, which included about 90 participants in 2011, the last year the Flinton Relay was held. “We are looking for some more team support,” said Relay Chair Carolyn Hasler, “but we are off to a solid start with 18 – 20 teams already registered.” A number of fundraising events are coming up to raise funds for the Relay, which will

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take place on the evening of June 7 on the Recreation Centre grounds. On Saturday, April 20, one of the teams is putting on a bake sale and silent auction at the Clar/Mill Hall in Plevna, at Jack’s Jam. On May 28, there will be a gigantic yard and bake sale at Lakelands Family Health Team in Flinton and other yard sales are being planned as well.

Raffles are also being organized, including one for an original oil painting by Don Wise. Tickets for the Don Wise raffle will be available at the kick-off evening. “We have a number of things happening at the kick-off, and we are hoping for more,” said Carolyn Hasler. “The main thing is to get people fired up for the relay after we didn’t hold one in 2012.”

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Dart competitors at the Arden Legion’s roof share fundraiser on April 6

Quick time pay backs of Arden Legion roof shares O by Julie Druker

n April 6 a wide range of activities took place at an all-day fundraiser at the Arden Legion. The events were organized to help pay back the roof shares that the Legion sold to help pay for roof repairs to the hall in August last year. Legion member Malcolm Sampson headed up the fundraiser, which included a chili cook off, a 16 team dart tournament, silent auction, bake sale, dart supply sale, crafts sale plus a Legion buffet breakfast that saw some 70 hungry diners come out to give their support. In total 80 shares of $100 each were sold to Legion supporters last year, which enabled the roof repair to be completed. Initially organizers hoped to pay back the shares

at a rate of two shares a month over a total of 40 months. Sampson said that after the day’s fundraiser, only 18 shares were left to be paid. He said that that was a result, not only of the success of the day’s fundraiser but also on account of the generosity of many of the share holders. “The biggest surprise came when very often each time a name of one of the shareholders was pulled to be paid back, they turned right around and donated the money right back to the Legion,” Sampson explained. A total of 35 shareholders donated their shares back. As a result the shares have been repaid at a much faster rate than was initially planned, which Sampson said has saved the Legion a lot of money in interest.

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Fresh meat and much more at Gilmour’s on 38 W

ith 64 years of experience between them, father and son team Jim and Nick Gilmour have joined forces and recently opened a brand new meat shop on Highway 38 in Harrowsmith, aptly called Gilmour's on 38. The brand new store, which is located in the new Harrowsmith Plaza, officially opened its doors on March 22 and represents the newest venture for the father and son team, who have worked for years together in the meat business. Jim owned and operated Gilmour's Meat Shop and Deli in Belleville for 15 years and Nick has worked along side him ever since he was a youngster. Jim retired and sold the business in 2010 and this new venture in Harrowsmith has brought him out of retirement. Nick is also no stranger to the area. He worked for two years as the meat manager at Glenburnie Grocery prior to convincing his dad to join him in their newest meat market business. ”We bounced around the idea of opening up our own new place and myself and my mom, Pat (who also works at the store), considered various locations before picking this spot. We always thought somewhere on Highway 38 would be a good location. Over 14,000 cars pass by here one way every day so when the Harrowsmith Plaza presented an opportunity we thought the location would be great, and so far that is proving to be the case,” Nick said when I interviewed them at the new store earlier this week. The bright, clean, multi-windowed 3700 square foot store offers a very pleasant one stop shopping experience for customers who can peruse a wide range of fresh and frozen organic local meats, which are cut fresh on the premises and include beef, lamb, veal, chicken, ecologically raised pork from Haanover Farm, and turkeys and turkey sausages from Lyons Family Turkey Farm in Spencerville. Meat lovers with a taste for the exotic can also request cuts of bison, elk and deer. An expansive fridge display boasts numerous fresh cuts of a variety of meats and other specialty ready to grill or roast items like kebobs, stuffed pork tenderloin, stuffed chickens and souvlakis, and father and son are more than

happy to cut fresh on the spot to their customers' specifications. Towards the back of the store is located a hot food counter and during my visit customers were lined up to purchase a wide variety of home made ready to eat lunch and dinner entrees that include BBQ chicken, lasagne, shepherd's pie, meat balls, chili, stews and numerous pasta dishes. In an effort to serve all of their customers’ needs, there is also a fresh produce section with a variety of fresh local produce supplied by Sun Harvest Green House, plus a well stocked cheese section that offers Wilton cheese products and a variety of locally produced comestibles like honey, relishes, pickles and sauces. There is also as a frozen foods section where buyers can purchase frozen home made meals by Dream Come True Kitchen in Kingston and Garlic Field in Inverary. Also on hand are milk and eggs as well as buns, kaisers, dinner rolls, pies and cookies that are all baked fresh on site. For meat lovers looking for a bargain, the Gilmours are offering up four different fresh meat freezer packages ranging in size from 25-70 lb. These include a wide variety of cuts of beef, pork, chicken, plus wieners, sausages, and bacon. In the middle of the store sits a huge plastic Hereford bull that Jim had delivered specially from Las Vegas. He says it will soon be mounted on the roof of the store to catch the attention of passing traffic. Opening a new business always comes with challenges but the Gilmours are confident that have chosen the right spot and are proud to say that they are already amassing a loyal customer base. “Our goal is promote a friendly environment and to provide our customers with personalized service with a hands on approach, which is something that nowadays seems to be waning. People can come in, tell us what they like and want, and can see exactly what they are getting be-

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fore they buy it.” Judging by the look and feel of Gilmour's on 38, Nick and Jim are well on their way to reaching those goals. Gilmour's on 38 is located at 5062 Road 38 in Harrowsmith in the new Harrowsmith Plaza. Business hours are Monday to Saturday from 8am-7pm and Sundays from 9am to 4pm. To place an order call 613-372-1818 and visit their website for more information about the products they offer at www. gilmourson38.ca

North Frontenac Council questions government’s commitment to fight contraband tobacco M by Jeff Green

embers of North Frontenac Council expressed support for the Ontario Convenience Stores Association’s (OCSA) initiative to pressure the Ontario Government to enact amendments to the Tobacco Act that are designed to “eradicate contraband tobacco”. But they are not convinced that the federal and provincial governments are really serious about the issue. In a letter to Ontario municipalities, OCSA said the following: “In its 2012 budget, the Ontario government introduced a variety of measures that will help eradicate contraband tobacco, including more power for law enforcement, tougher fines for violators, and working with other jurisdictions to eliminate this serious problem. These will be enforced through the Tobacco Tax Act and Bill 186. We are asking for municipal governments and community leaders to take action by passing a supportive motion at their local councils. Specifically, we’re requesting the Mayor of a municipality to write a letter to the Ontario Minister of Finance in support of the Ontario Government’s anti-contraband commitments, in an effort to eliminate contraband tobacco.” While North Frontenac Mayor Bud Clayton had no objection to sending a letter, he said, “There seems to be a real disconnect between the federal and provincial governments when it comes to contraband tobacco. They keep bumping it over between the OPP and the RCMP.” “The smoke shops on Highway 7 continue to operate, so what is the story with that?” said Councilor Lonnie Watkins. “It will continue until somebody does something about it,” said Mayor Clayton. “MPs and MPPs say that each let-

ter represents 50 people’s opinions, so if 10 letters go out complaining about what is going on, they will start to take notice.” According to a report provided by the OCSA to the municipalities, smoke shacks are a major concern in Ontario. “Contraband cigarettes are typically manufactured in illegal facilities on First Nations reserves in both Canada and the US. These products are sold and distributed via 350 smoke shacks in Ontario and Quebec, which sell baggies of 200 contraband cigarettes for as little as $10 - $15 per baggie, putting local communities at risk,” said the report. “Contraband products are not subject to all levels of taxation and can be purchased at a much lower cost to consumers than legal products, resulting in lost revenue from taxes. This adds up to millions of dollars annually that could be used towards alternative government spending, including municipal funding. It also results in less sales for convenience stores, ultimately leading to store closures,” the report concludes. Votes lost – Council received a request from a resident from Gull Lake Estates Lane that the township assume responsibility for Kashwakamak Lake Lane. The resident said that over 100 shoreline property owners use the lane, and given the amount of tax revenue that township receives from

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Taking that extra step, proving she’s worth it W

innifred Spuehler has found something to celebrate: a job that she loves. She works in the meat department of a supermarket, learning a new trade, interacting with people, providing excellent customer service and feeling more competent every day. While hunting for a job, she saw an ad for St. Lawrence Employment Service in the Frontenac News and came in for a visit at 1099 Garrett Street in Sharbot Lake to see what they had to offer. There she got help from staff in re-vamping her old résumé. She then set off with the new one, handed it out everywhere and within a week she had a full-time job. “A good résumé is a major selling point,” advises Winnifred. “It introduces you to an employer even before you meet and says something about you as a person, setting you apart from all the other people looking for work. You have to make a good first impression – it’s your only chance. My old résumé was too long, too wordy; it didn’t sound or look professional. Now

I have one that’s shorter and to the point. It quickly shows my strengths, my qualifications – all the things I’m bringing to the table. It’s neat and well-formatted. I also changed my e-mail user name to something more business-like, not one you’d use with family and friends. Presentation is everything.” Getting a new job is the first step; keeping it is the next. Winnifred finds that giving excellent customer service and being a supportive member of the staff goes a long way. “It doesn’t cost anything to be polite and you get back as much as you give.” When customers return to thank her for the advice she has given them, or when her supervisor tells her she’s an asset to the department, it’s very satisfying. But she warns employees not to get complacent and feel they can slack off; “Be willing to work overtime until the job is done. Keep busy in my free moments, I update the store’s database, inputting prices and product information. Take initiative. Acknowledge what the employer is doing for you. Show what you’re made

Local farmer’s tips on raising poultry O

n April 6 Janet Ducharme, owner and operator of Johnston Lake Organics Farm and Market near Ompah, headed up a workshop at the latest installment of the Sharbot Lake Farmers Market (SLFM) at Oso hall. The workshop was attended by 11 eager participants. Ducharme raises chickens, turkeys, rabbits, and laying hens at her farm, where she also grows produce and has a well-stocked, completely organic and gluten-free grocery store. She is a regular vendor at the Sharbot Lake Farmers Market and at the workshop she covered numerous topics including how to raise, care for and cull a variety of birds, including laying hens, chickens and turkeys. The group who attended were either currently raising their own birds or just starting out with the goal of raising a few birds for their own personal consumption. Ducharme explained to participants how she raises and cares for her own birds at her farm and she also shared a wealth of information on the subject that she found on-line. “What is most important is that people have to get to know their birds and spend time with them. In the workshop I gave people the basics and the foundations and then after that people really just have to learn by trial and error,” she said. Asked about the most difficult part of raising your own birds, she said, “Getting them to live long enough until they are feathered. The most difficult part is when the birds are young and still have their down. Trying to keep them warm, clean, dry as well as learning how to sterilize their water and feeders are what is most difficult. Once you get past that

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april 11, 2013 By Rose Strohmaier, St. Lawrence Employment Services of. Prove you’re worth it. And always keep in the back of your mind that you could be replaced at any time.” Winnifred would recommend the Employment Service office in Sharbot Lake as a useful stopping point for job seekers. “It’s a friendly place where you can ask questions and get lots of support. It helped me tap into things I wasn’t aware of before, like training courses and job search Internet sites. And, of course, I found out what a good résumé can do.”

f spring won’t come to us, we might as well go out and find it. So this week, we’re By Sara Carpenter heading to the Caribbean – at least on the plate. This week’s recipe is adapted from a recipe booklet I found on EatRight Ontario’s website. It’s from a collaboration between Dietitians of Canada and the Culinary Arts Centre at George Brown College. The flavour combination is warming and very delicious, especially if you give it its time; overnight marinating is ideal, but an hour or two would work in a pinch. One of the hallmarks of Jamaican cooking is allspice. From the name, you might think allspice is a blend, but it’s actually a berry, dried and often ground for use in cooking. The evergreen it comes from belongs to the myrtle family, a cousin of bay leaf. Once dried, the berry is deep brown and looks a lot like a peppercorn, although less wrinkled. In flavour, it’s a cross between nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves. Allspice may be native to the West Indies and widely grown in Jamaica, but this lovely spice is known the world over. It has found its way into all sorts of dishes, both sweet and savoury. So enjoy a little warmth at the table until Mother Nature delivers on her promise of spring. Bon appétit! JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN (best begun a day ahead) Makes 4 servings Marinade (can be made several days ahead): Take a zip-top bag and set it in a small bowl or measuring cup to keep it open. Put all the ingredients in the bag: 3 green onions, minced; 1 tbsp. minced garlic; 1/2 tbsp. grated gingerroot*; 2 tsp. Tabasco sauce (or adjust to taste); 1 1/2 tbsp. water; 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice; 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1/2 tbsp. ground allspice; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg;. Knead the bag to mix the contents well. * Tip: Grate from frozen with a Microplane grater. Chicken Prep and Overnight Marinating: Remove the skin from 6 chicken thighs (750g)**. Make two long cuts in the meaty part of each piece, right down to the bone, to help the marinade penetrate. Put the chicken in the zip-top bag and massage the marinade into the chicken pieces, including the slits, until everything is coated. Seal the bag, place it on a plate to catch drips, and refrigerate for 24 hours. ** Substitute with 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs if desired; make the cuts shallower. Baking: Pour the chicken and marinade into an 8-inch square baking pan sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes. Increase the heat to 400°F and bake for another 15 minutes or so, until chicken’s internal reaches 165°F (74°C). (Chicken may also be grilled.)

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SMART SERVE Friday, April 19, 12:00 - 4:00 pm $35 This workshop is for anyone who will be working in areas where alcohol is sold and served under the Liquor Sales Licence or Special Occasion Permit.

SAFE FOOD HANDLER Wednesday, May 8, 9:00 - 4:00 pm $25 This is an essential workshop for anyone preparing food for the public. Presented by the KFL&A and brought to you by Employment Service.

Your job is out there. We’ll help you find it. For more information or to register contact the Sharbot Lake Resource Centre at 1099 Garrett Street (613)545-3949 press 3 or email essl@sl.on.ca

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THE FRONTENAC NEWS

Madison Violet in Sharbot Lake O

by Julie Druker

(of the Wailin Jennys)

SLHS forestry students get assistance from Ompah firefighters T - submitted by Denis Bedard

he Ompah Volunteer Firefighters received a request for assistance from the Forestry Class at Sharbot Lake High School, for a field trip they were planning to go on. The Ompah Firefighters Association recently provided some financial assistance to allow the students to take the field trip to Mattawa and receive a forestry certification. The picture above shows the captains and the deputy chief of Ompah Station, together with the teachers and students of the Forestry Class at Sharbot Lake High School, taken in front of the Ompah Fire Station. The community of Sharbot Lake and many firefighters from Central Frontenac have supported the Ompah ATV Runs and it was a great opportunity to give back to a very worthy cause in this area.

Ultimate Relay Team D

o you have what it takes to be North & Central Frontenac’s Relay for Life Ultimate Relay Team?? Here’s what you need...A team registered for this year’s relay. All participants must pay the $10 registration fee to be included. Minimum of seven per team. If you don’t have a team...that’s ok. We can add you to the Community Team or another team that suits you! Next get a minimum of $100 worth of sponsors....But don’t stop there! The Ultimate Relay team is the team to raise and turn in the most money by June 1. There will be two bank nights set up the week leading up to June 1 (dates and location TBD) so you will be able to hand in your team’s money. Can’t make the bank night - then you need to contact me so we can make alternate arrangements. Encourage your team to solicit sponsors online - it’s fast, easy and secure. Send out emails with a link to your personal page where you can tell your story of Why you Relay and watch your sponsors grow. If you would like some training on the online tools...ask me how. Set up some fundraising events and encourage the community to get involved...Some upcoming events are Road

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A new hospital is being built in Kingston to provide FACT rehabilitation and mental health services for southeastern Ontario. It will replace care currently provided by St. Mary’s of the Lake and Mental Health Services. Can Keep TheWe hospital willOur beHospitals designed,Public built, financed and On Saturday April 13 vote at stations across Kingston & Frontenac. maintained by a consortium of international banks, construction companies and private management Barriefield and East Kingston firms. This is called a Public-Private Partnership or West Kingston Downtown P3. P3 hospitals cost more than public hospitals and limit public control. The government can get the best price for financing the new hospital because it has bulk buying power. In the P3 privatization deal, public control is compromised through 30-year contracts with private for-profit multinational financial companies and others.

All residents are invited to vote to keep our hospital public and non-profit or to proceed with the privatized P3 scheme. All voting stations open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. Midtown continued…

Dinner/Show $45.00 Show Only $20.00 plus tax Dinner starts 6 PM Show starts 8 PM Advanced tickets available at

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Saturday, April 13, 2013

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50th Anniversary Celebration

of Clarendon Central Public School, Plevna, from 10 am-4 pm. Parking at nearby store and shuttle to school. Decade rooms, 60’s café, ceremony at 12 noon.

Presents

Ontario’s government is planning to spend our public dollars on an international private, for-profit consortium to build, finance and maintain a new regional hospital in Kingston.

Saturday, April 13th, 2013

Hockey Tournament by Team Timeless Memories, Baseball tournament by the firefighters, June’s Angels are holding a fun day. The possibilities are endless. Get your thinking caps on and encourage and motivate your teammates - everyone loves a challenge!! So tell me....do you have what it takes.....??? North and Central Frontenac Relay for Life Committee members and Team Captains will be serving up lunch for the Ompah Fire Departments ATV Run on April 27. Remember to pop in and say hi and grab a bite to eat!!

Keep Our Hospitals Public

A new hospital is being built in Kingston to provide rehabilitation, complex continuing care, palliative care and mental health services for southeastern Ontario. It will replace care currently provided by St. Mary’s of the Lake and Mental Health Services. The hospital will be owned by Providence Care but will be designed, built, financed and maintained by a consortium of international banks, construction companies and private management firms. This is called a Public-Private Partnership or P3. This is privatization.

2 time Juno Winner

by Christine Teal

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n April 6, the duo Madison Violet, who have made Toronto their home base for the last decade and a half, proved that their good looks are not what has earned them their due as musicians. The multi-talented winners of the 2009 Folk Mu- Brenley MacEachearn, Adrian Lawryshyn sic Award took to the stage at the Crossing Pub in Sharbot Lake along with stand up bass player Adrian Lawryshyn of Toronto and captured the hearts of the sold out crowd, proving that they are musical forces to be reckoned with. The duo is comprised of Brenley MacEachern (lead vocals, acoustic, tenor and steel guitar) and Lisa MacIsaac (back up vocals, fiddle guitar and mandolin). They are one solid package who cover diverse musical ground in their original offerings. Brenley has a classic country voice, a mix of Bonnie Rait, Cheryl Crow and the great Dolly, with a voice that can be tender at times, at others, gritty and powerful as all get out, Lisa MacIsaac yet is always expressive. Her beefy emotional range brings truth to the duo’s myriad of musical yarns. The two shared many new original tunes like their opener for their second set, “Tennessee”, a crooning, soft lament about looking back in hindsight at certain times in life and knowing how you could have done better. Brenley, who seems an old soul and who was raised in Kincardine, Ont. is the fourth child of a romance that began when her mother was hitch-hiking in Montreal. She also joked about the pedestrian bridge in her home town, which she mistook as a youngster as the “Presbyterian” bridge and how she was terrified to cross it because she once told a cop she was raised a Catholic. The duo's second offering was a sweet ditty titled “The Small of My Heart”, a gentle sing-along that the crowd was invited to sing along to, which ended with an a Capella harmony beautifully set off by the crowd’s oooing chorus. Some of their best originals were the upbeat bouncy tunes like “Lorraine”, a tune with more blue grass leanings on which MacIsaac played a great fiddle part and chimed in with her pitch perfect back ups, which matched Brenley's expressiveness word for word. It’s obvious these two have been playing for years togethertheir harmonies are seamless, their unisons perfectly balanced and their finishes always perfectly timed. Bass player Adrian played solidly on stand up bass and masterfully blended in to the easy groove of the evening, which was no doubt his designated role for the night. Kudos to the Whites, owners of the Country Inn, for continuing to bring new talent to the area, and judging by the capacity crowd, listeners are also grateful. For more information visit www.sharbotlakeinn.com

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Barriefield Convenience 760 Hwy 15 across from Lasalle H.S. Bennet’s Valu-Mart Rideau Town Centre, Gore Rd. Barriefield Shell Station Lasalle Express, 841 Hwy 15

Quickie Mart 56 Bath Rd. Quickie Stop 155 Concession St. (at Nelson) Top Convenience 525 Brock St. (at Nelson)

99 York Street 303 Bagot Street, Unit 12 Lasalle Mews, Princess & Bagot Bearance’s Grocery 115 Livingston Ave (at Union St.) Brian’s Record Option 381 Princess St. Division Street Market 370 Division St. Food Basics 33 Barrack St. John’s Deli 507 Princess St. Market Square behind Kingston City Hall Morning Mart 235 Montreal St. Novel Idea Book Store 156 Princess St. Sleepless Goat Café 91 Princess St. Stooley’s Café 118 Division St. (at Johnson) Tara Foods 81 Princess St.

Corks Winery 2395 Princess St. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dahlia’s Flowers 506 Days Rd. (at Bath Rd.) Fardella’s Café 2774 Princess St. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Fred’s Bread 830 Norwest Rd. Guardian Westside Pharmacy 3709 Princess St., 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

As a small business owner, as well as being concerned about good health care services, I’m concerned that increased payments to for-profit multinational companies from our public funds, means money leaving our community that could be used to provide local health services and improve the local economy. John Platt, Owner,

Kingston Home Maintenance

To have sustainable, quality care for our patients we need our new hospital to be a public non-profit hospital.

On April 13 vote to Keep Our Hospitals Public. Vote from 9am to 5pm at: Isabel Turner Library beside Cataraqui Town Ctre. 1–5 p.m. Kingston Community Credit Union 795 Gardiners Road, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Mac’s Milk 730 Taylor Kidd (at Milford) Rainbow Variety Collins Bay Rd. (at Bath Rd.) Reddendale Quick Mart Days Rd. & Front St. Singh’s Convenience/Stinson Gas Bar 120 Sydenham Rd. Sunny Convenience 1733 Bath Rd. (at McEwen)

Dr. Meredith Mackenzie

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North Kingston

766 John Counter Blvd. Family Mart Green Ridge Plaza, Sutherland Dr & Montreal St. Kingston Community Credit Union 1201 Division St, Kingslake Plaza 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

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Sydenham: Foodland, Gananoque Mill Street

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This is a community vote organized by the Kingston Health Coalition

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Polling stations run by Kingston Health Coalition volunteers.

By Yasmine Reza

Translated by Christopher Hamptom Dericted by Kelli Bell Sharbot Lake High School Thursday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 5 at 2:00 p.m.

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SOCIAL NOTES CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Elizabeth Garnett A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 27th, 2013 at 1:pm in the Arden United Church, Elm Tree Road, Arden, Ontario with a tea/coffee luncheon to be served afterward at the Arden Community Hall from 2pm – 4pm for those wishing to share memories of Elizabeth (Betty Gail). Interment will take place on Mon, April 29th at 2pm at Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario. Donations can be made to the Parkinson Society or Lung Association.

OBITUARY

DUSHARM, Roland Kenneth Peacefully at home on Monday April 8, 2013 in his 74th year. Beloved son of the late Harvey and Laura (Conway) Dusharm. Brother of the late Ila Cooke (Guy). Dear uncle of Allen and Jack Cooke. Great uncle of Bradley and Brent Cooke. Loving friend of Lorraine Gould. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. There will be a graveside service at Parham Cemetery on Friday April 12, 2013 at 2 pm. Online condolence at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

Jack Wright 1929 - 2013 Of Ardoch passed away suddenly at the L&A County General Hospital on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Loving husband of 52 years to Joan (nee Perry). Dear father to Randy of Toronto, Tom of Courtice and Penny (Gary) Brown of Keswick. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Ryan and Jacob. Predeceased by his sister Rosaline Wilson and his brother Tom. Fondly remembered by his extended family and friends. The family received friends at the Maschke Funeral Home, 11928 Hwy# 41, Northbrook, Ont. K0H 2G0 (613-336-6873) on Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8pm. The Funeral Service was in the Chapel on Friday, April 5, 2013 at 11:00am with the Pastor Joel Holtz officiating. Spring interment at the Holy Trinity Cemetery in Plevna. Friends desiring may contribute in Jack’s memory to the Cancer Society or the Gideon Bible Society.

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GARRETT, Harris Mervin

Lois Allin ~ April 9, 2012

Peacefully at St. Mary’s of the Lake, Kingston on Wednesday April 3, 2013 in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Jean Popplewell. Dear father of Donald (Debra), Earl, Paul (Deborah). Loving grandfather of Kelly Baker (Todd), Pamela, Aimee, Melanie, Tyler, Shannon and Harrison. Great grandfather to Austin, Jesse, Ethan, Clara, Kayden and Gage. Brother of Thelma Buchanan, Eleanor Conboy. Predeceased by Edna Conboy and Blanche Conboy. Rested at Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Friends were received on Sunday April 7, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service was held in the Funeral Home on Monday April 8, 2013 at 1 pm. Interment at Zealand United Church Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or First Baptist Church, Perth. Online condolence at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

In memory of LoLo, the most remarkable woman we’ve ever had the privilege to know and call friend. Her neighbours over the hill, Lyle & Carolyn

Elizabeth Eileen Wells (Betty) Peacefully left us February 27, 2013 in the comfort of her lakeside home surrounded by the love of her family. Betty was born in Grimsby Ontario in 1921 to James and Olive Theal. With her brother Irvine she spent a carefree childhood and made life-long friends. In 1943 she married a dashing airman named Dan Wells (predesceased, 1993) whom she had known since childhood. After the war Dan and Betty began building a life together farming near Palmerston, Ontario. Not a typical farm wife for the time, Betty raised a few eyebrows as one of the first women in the area to be seen wearing slacks in town. Betty and Dan were very happy together square dancing and travelling the world. But her greatest pride was her family: 5 children, 13 grandchildren, and 13 greatgrandchildren. A busy wife and mother, Betty always had time for people and could be counted on to listen and laugh. She will be best remembered for her beautiful smile and unfailing optimism. She found happiness in the simple pleasure of life. Betty will be deeply missed by her children: James Wells (Kathy) of Carleton Place; Jan Miller (Dick) of Verona; Josephine Wells (Dana Lomas) of Kingston; Judy Burns (Gord) of Perth Road; and Bill Wells (Bernadette) of Springwater. She will also be remembered by her grandchildren: Dani Keely (Trevor), Joe Wells (Melanie), Kara Parisienne (Matt), Lisa Wilberforce (John), Chris Miller (Kristie), Rowan Lomas (Aurora), Alison Lomas, Michael Burns (Erin), Geoff Burns (Amanda), Jocelyn Burns (Jeff), John Wells, Elizabeth Wells, Kathleen Wells (Jeff) and all 13 greatgrandchildren. She is survived by her sister-inlaw Jean Kitchen of Mississauga, Rosemary Wells of Vancouver, and many nieces and nephews. We are so grateful for all the people who made it possible to keep her at home over the past few years, Dr. Laura DiQuinzio, the nurses from St. Elizabeth and the home care workers from Red Cross. We especially want to thank our angel of mercy Bernie Kelly who cared for Elizabeth and her family with such incredible kindness, care and compassion for over two and a half years. The family will have a Celebration of her life for friends and relatives on May 11, 2013 at 2 PM at the home of Judy and Gord Burns. Memorial donations may be given to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of one’s choice.

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Parham, Ontario

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Ivan William Berdan who passed away suddenly on April 20, 2012. Remembering a very special husband, father & grandfather. We will love you and miss you forever. Wife Fern, son Scott (Joanne), daughter Stacey (Gregg), grandchildren Clayton Berdan, Sean Skinner, Shannon Skinner.

Lowery, Wayne ~ April 11, 2012 In loving memory of a beloved husband, father, father-in-law & grandpa. You never knew you were leaving, we never got to say good-bye You were gone before we knew it, and God knows only why A million times we needed you, a million times we‘ve cried. If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a special place no one can ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn't go alone. For a part of us went with you the day God called you home. Love, Linda, Donnie, Sherry, David, Jared, Logan

Portland & District & Area Heritage Society

by Ken Brown he weather is starting to look pretty good and we of the Heritage Society are starting to stir. Actually we have been busy all winter with several members and friends working on inside renovations to the Old Limestone School in Hartington. Things are progressing as scheduled. New baseboards and quarter round with the same treatment around the ceiling. Many things torn apart with some put back and others still in the process. Floors sanded and refinished with a very nice heritage patina. Twenty tubes of caulking used to fill all the holes and cracks. The inside is completely primed and ready for final painting later this year. Those are the small jobs. Big jobs: A new front porch must be built along with a handicap ramp and sidewalk. Front entrance must be completely rebuilt along with new cellar entrance. The emergency exit must be rebuilt and brought up to standards. We have received a quote to rebuild all nine heritage windows on the north and south sides plus many of the small chores that go along with this sort of work. We have plans to apply for different grants to cover the larger jobs but at the same time plan to raise some of the funds for work completed. Therefore we are reaching out to the citizens of South Frontenac to add the Heritage Society to their list of charities and maybe push a few tax-deductible donations towards accomplishing our goal of a township museum by June 2015 in conjunction with the 150th Anniversary of Frontenac County. Thank-you in advance. Coming up is the April general meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 at the Old Limestone School in Hartington. Our guest speaker will be John Trousdale who will speak on the Trousdale Family and the history of Sydenham. On Saturday, June 22 at the Lions Hall in Verona the Heritage Society will be hosting a fundraiser in the form of the Annual Strawberry Social. This event is normally well attended and this year we will attempt to make it a bit more special. It will be well advertised in June so watch for the signs. Of course the Heritage Society will participate in the Verona Cattail Festival, the

BIRTHDAY

Happy

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Nicholas Conboy April 11/13 Love & hugs, Grandma & Papa xoxo

Happy 2nd Birthday Nicholas Ian Conboy! April 11th, 2013 Lots of Love, Mommy, Daddy (Megan & Ryan) and all your family!

Happy

Birthday Richard April 15, 2013 Love, the family

CARD OF THANKs

Thank You – Elliott The family of the late Georgina Elliott would like to thank family and friends who helped us through this difficult time. Thank you to Reverend Patsy Henry and the Rebekah Lodge in Harrowsmith, and to Trousdale Funeral Home in Sydenham.

Thank You ~ Raymo The family of the late Vera M. Raymo would like to thank you for your suport, prayers and phone calls during this difficult time. A special thank you to Lakelands Family Health Team and Dr. Tam for his special care and visits. To Maschke’s for their support and care. Thank you, Gene, Rick, Ronald and family

Thank You ~ Knox I would like to express my thanks to doctors, nurses and volunteers at the ICU at Kingston General Hospital for the excellent care Bill received during his last five months. Special thanks to David and his staff at Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, to Reverend Shawn Craven for his prayers and visits to Bill while he was in hospital and for the touching sermon, to Shawn and David for singing the songs we requested, to our friends and neighbors who came to the house with food and kindness, and to Bill’s friends and relatives who came to the funeral home to pay their respects and their on-line condolences. Lastly, thanks for the many cards I received and donations to the heart fund. Again, I thank you. Wilma & family Garlic Festival and other events throughout the summer, so drop by and say hello. New members are always welcome, so if you are interested in the history and heritage of our area, give us a call. Contacts are Irene Bauder at 613-374-2157 or Val Ruttan at 613-372-2302. Our mailing address is Portland District & Area Heritage Society, PO Box 100, 5595 Road 38, Hartington, ON, K0H 1W0.

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

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES

AUTOMOTIVE KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. We sell cars for under $1990 safetied & E-tested, low kilometres. We have good winter tires. We take trade-ins. 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613-885-8644 KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

CHILD CARE KIDS CARE NETWORK, a Licensed Private Home Agency, currently has a Registered Early Childcare Educator with spaces available in her Hinchinbrooke Road home. She is on the bus route for Prince Charles Public School. For more information on this nurturing, learning environment please contact Kids Care Network: 613-384-2011 or e-mail Kidscare@ laccp.ca

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. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 613-479-0341.

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BACHELOR – 1 bedroom apt., $650/month, all inclusive, Northbrook area, 613-336-0951 KALADAR: 1 BEDROOM APT. Fridge, stove; 613-336-9429.

FOR SALE 4 X 4 ROUND BALES of old hay, not suitable for feed but ideal for garden mulch, $10 a bale; phone 613-375-6369 or 613-279-3687 BUILDING LOT, 3 acres, outskirts of Mountain Grove. Driveway, well, hydro on lot, $25,000. Call 613-335-3878 CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES 2013 March Rebate. Save up to $750 on selected models. Call for more information. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613 HAY - approx. 300 small square bales suitable for bedding. You pick up. Reasonable. 613279-2298 HEAVY DUTY WASHER & DRYER, $250 / pair, 7cu.ft. freezer $75. New children’s telescope $75. Large table $100, 613-2792155 after 6pm. MOVING SALE, Mountain Grove, Saturday April 13, 9am-5pm, 1124 Bradley Rd. Tools, furniture, DVDs, 613-335-4840 PRIVATE SALE. Totally renovated 2 bedroom house with two outbuildings Thompson Road, Mountain Grove. New well. Great starter home or retirement home. $78,000. 613-335-3878.

DOUG’S ANTENNA SALES & SERVICE We are your full service dealer for both BELL TV and SHAW DIRECT Satellite. Give us a call for all your sales and service enquiries. 613-374-3305 www.dougsantenna.com

GARAGE/YARD SALES SPYGLASS COVE, 1016 Schoolhouse Rd. Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 9am5pm. Household cleaners, Featherweight sewing machine, large table. Pop, chips etc. Collectables, knick knacks, etc. Free gift with any purchase. THIS AND THAT THRIFT SHOP, 32 Peterson Rd., Northbrook (turn at lights in Northbrook). Open 9 am to 7 pm, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Something for everyone.

HELP WANTED BABYSITTER NEEDED for a 3-year-old, occasional days, could possibly lead to more days. Please send resumes to ID #110, c/o Frontenac News, Box 229, Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0, or email nfnews@frontenac.net LABOURER REQUIRED for local construction company. Yearly full-time hours, must have clean driver’s licence. Start immediately. Fax resume to 613-336-0968.

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HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Harrowsmih: Firearms Course – April 12 and 13. Hunter Education Course – April 19 and 20. 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 experienced renovator. For free estimate call 613-375-6582. Web site www.mindspan.net/ construction HOMESTYLE WEDDINGS. Minister Judie Diamond helps design your ceremony and performs the marriage at location of your choice. 613-375-6772 PET SITTING in Mountain Grove. Going away? Let us help. Dogs, Cats, etc. Spacious, individual accommodations. Long walks. By appointment only. Laura Mills 613-335-3658. Evenings are best or leave a message. PHOTOCOPY, PRINTING, FAX, LAMINATION & DESIGN 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 25¢ each for 50 +. Taxes extra. Call 613-279-3150 for information. SYLVIA’S FOOT CARE. Providing Nursing foot care in the privacy of your own home. Registered with Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs to provide foot care to veterans who qualify. For further information call Sylvia at 613-335-2940.

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Employment Opportunity Full Time Seasonal Delivery Truck Operator Applicants must hold a valid drivers license and have prior driving experience. DZ license would be an asset. Submit resumés to jasonlhhbc@bellnet.ca or in person at the store

Specifications for the above noted project may be obtained from and shall be submitted to The Limestone District School Board, Facility Services Department, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, Ontario K7L 4X4 prior to the closing date of Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. local time for all quotations. Quotations are to be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the outside “Quotation #2013-Q03 for Grass Cutting”. The Board reserves the right to accept any Quotation or to reject all of them and the lowest Quotation will not necessarily be accepted. Brenda Hunter Director of Education

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Lake District Realty has an opening for a Receptionist/Clerical Assistant commencing April 29, 2013 until August 30, 2013. This position offers a minimum of 20 hours per week of which 8 hours are every Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are looking for a mature individual with an excellent grasp of English both written and spoken. As the first point of contact for the company, the applicant should enjoy customer service as well as understanding the need for discretion. Lake District Realty specializes in the marketing, listing and sales of waterfront property. Our brokerage is located in Sharbot Lake, part of the Land O’ Lakes Tourist Region. If this position is of interest, please submit your resumé to Martina@LakeDistrictRealty.com no later than April 18th.

Township of Central Frontenac EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER/CLERK Central Frontenac Council and its partners work diligently to preserve the 100 lakes in this part of the Canadian Shield; promoting an historically rich, artistic, village-centric lifestyle for its 4000 permanent residents. It is proud to boast small agricultural operations, international home-based businesses and tourist friendly entrepreneurs. The preferred candidate will be an effective and respected communicator, advisor and supervisor and a detail-oriented municipal clerk requiring a gift at research and priority setting. A degree or diploma in a municipal field is required as is a minimum of 5 years municipal management experience. A complete job ad and position description are available at www.centralfrontenac.com. Applicants prepared to lead the Township’s team of 30 employees are invited to submit their resume and covering letter via email by 4:00 pm on TUESDAY APRIL 30, 2013, to:

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Township of North Frontenac One Request for Tender and Two Request for Quotations The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac (Township) is seeking tenders and quotations from qualified contractor/ firm(s), for the following: 1. 2013 Winter Sand Screening and Stockpiling Request for Tender One (1) year contract to screen and stockpile winter sand. 2. 2013 Dust Control Services Request for Quotation - One (1) year contract for the supply and delivery of flake calcium chloride. 3. 2013 Gravel Crushing Services Request for Quotation - One (1) year contract to perform the duties of crushing gravel. Contractor/Firm(s) must have current WSIB and appropriate liability insurance coverage as indicated by the Request for Tender/Quotation documents. Please direct any specific inquiries, in writing, to Jim Phillips P.Eng., Public Works Manager, publicworks@northfrontenac.ca or by fax (613) 479-2352. Tender/Quotation documents and the prescribed submission forms, which include the minimum requirements and schedules, shall be obtained at the Municipal Office: 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario. Attention Vendors: We encourage you to obtain the details with respect to recent changes to the Township’s Procurement By-law 54-04 (i.e. Reducing Security Threshold Requirements etc.). Please contact the undersigned for details. Lowest or any tender/quotation may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the tender at any time up to the award of the tender. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed envelope, clearly identifying the document as the applicable contract, per Numbers 1, 2, or 3 on or before 2:00 PM local time on Friday, April 26, 2013. Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. / Chief Administrative Officer 6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON K0H 2M0

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Outdoors in the Land O’ Lakes - Serviceberries A

s the first blush of green spreads across the land, among the earliest flowers seen on the landscape belong to serviceberry shrubs and trees. Found on rocky ridges, forest edges and hedgerows throughout our area, the serviceberries’ abundant two-centimeter flowers add a splash of white to the patina of emerging green in the background. The fivepetaled flowers themselves are white, but the new leaves that begin to emerge at the same time have a reddish-green tone that gives an overall pinkish-white look to the flowering tree when seen from a distance. Serviceberries have several other common names – juneberry, shadbush, shadblow and Indian pear, amongst others. Generally serviceberries are either small trees or shrubs. I don’t think I have ever seen one with a trunk diameter much larger than about 10 centimetres, but no doubt they are out there! There are about 10 different serviceberry species found as native plants across Canada. Some authors distinguish as many as six species in our area, but I have a confession to make – alas, I have a great deal of difficulty distinguishing one species of serviceberry from another. Apparently serviceberries hybridize frequently, so specimens exhibiting characteristics of more than one species are common. But rest assured that while distinguishing between species of serviceberries is hard, identifying a specimen as a serviceberry is straightforward. In western Canada there is a very common species of serviceberry known as the saskatoon. They are found along streams and in sheltered ravines called coulees across the prairies. Like all serviceberries, saskatoons produce a 6-10 mm in diameter purplish-red, berry-like fruit. These fruits are technically known as “pomes” – apples, pears and mountain ash berries are all examples of pomes. Saskatoons are widely harvested, making excellent preserves, pies and sauces. I have two stories about saskatoon pies I’d like to

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC WASTE DISPOSAL SITES OPERATIONAL PLAN UPDATE PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS You are invited to attend one of the Public Information Sessions provided by the Public Works Department. April 17, 2013 at the Bedford Hall (1381 Westport Rd.) 7 – 9 pm or April 18, 2013 at the Verona Lion’s Club (4504 Verona Sand Rd) 7 - 9 pm The Public Works Department will provide an overview of the May 1, 2013 changes to the Waste Disposal Sites operational plan that Council has recently approved. Changes to the operating hours, tipping fees and materials accepted will be discussed at these meetings. Any questions can be directed to Facilities & Solid Waste Support at 613-376-3900 X4330 or fswsupport@township.southfrontenac.on.ca

NOTICE OF NAMING A PRIVATE ROAD IN THE MATTER of section 27(2) of the Municipal Act, take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac will be considering a by-law at a public meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Council Chambers, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, Ontario regarding a proposed name for an existing private road in part of Lot 1, Concession IV, Bedford District. The by-law would name the road/lane “Windy Bay Lane”. To view the map and for more information, please see the township website.

PITCH-IN WEEK April 21st- 27th South Frontenac Township Volunteers will be scouring the various areas in the township for garbage accumulated over the winter as part of the PITCH-IN CANADA WEEK, a national campaign to clean up the environment. For more information see the website under “Garbage and Recycling Information”.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE SITE DAYS The Household Hazardous Waste Site at 2491 Keeley Road will be open from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm every Thursday from April 4th, 2013 to October 31st, 2013. See our website for details.

COUNCIL MEETING The next Council Meeting will be on April 16th, 2013 at 7:00 pm. The next Committee of the Whole Meeting will be on April 23rd 2013 at 7:00 pm. 4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0 1-800-559-5862 Website: www.township.southfrontenac.on.ca

april 11, 2013 By Steve Blight

share from my time in western Canada. The first is the very best saskatoon pie I have ever eaten. Many years ago there was a small family-run restaurant in Waterton, the small town nestled in the middle of Waterton Lakes National Park in southern Alberta. This restaurant was known far and wide for its saskatoon pies – big slices, bursting with sweet, juicy saskatoons safely tucked in a flakey golden crust. Our frequent trips to Waterton were always capped off with a slice of this wonderful desert. By contrast, I once found myself hungry and looking for dinner in a mostly forgotten corner of Saskatchewan about half way between Regina and Saskatoon (the city, not the berry…). I stumbled across a diner that had clearly seen better days. The sandwich board sign set up on the sidewalk outside promised good home cooking, so in I went. After a highly forgettable main course, I felt confident that at least the saskatoon pie on the menu would be good – after all, we were right in the middle of prime saskatoon habitat (the berry, not the city…). So the order was placed, and the pie arrived. It was not a good choice. The crust was white, tough and soggy, and when I peeled back the top crust, the filling consisted of four forlorn saskatoon berries sitting in a bed of whitish goo. I picked disappointedly at the four berries, paid and left. Thus defines the two ends of the spectrum of my personal experience with saskatoon pie. Birds and other animals like serviceberries as well. A serviceberry in full fruit in June or early July is bound to attract American Robins and Cedar Waxwings, and maybe the odd squirrel as well. Serviceberries are easy to find at nurseries

Serviceberry spring flowers and foliage and generally grow well in our area as long as they receive at least a couple of hours of direct sunshine a day. They add colour and four-season interest to town or country landscapes, with their pleasing form and structure adding appeal to winter gardens. Plant a few serviceberries and perhaps there will be enough fruit to create your own pie experience – if the birds don’t get them all first! Send your observations to Lorraine Julien at naturewatching@gmail.com or Steve Blight, natureobservations@rogers.com

Rock 'n Roll fundraiser for Brooke Valley School 1981. The present day school building is located at 190 Seaborne on 300 acres of land. It was built the same year through fundraising dollars along with free labour given by parents and supporters. The two storey building consists of two main areas: one upper more traditional classroom with desks, and a lower classroom area that serves as the art, lunch room, and stage area. The school's curriculum follows the Ministry of Education guidelines and then some, and it offers an extensive theatre and art component as well as outdoor education, hiking and outdoor sports activities. The school also boasts its very own archeological dig site Terry Tufts and his band were joined onstage by students of the Brooke Valley School where the old log house once stood. With Nault, who is also by Julie Druker a trained illustrator and theatre buff (students perform four tudents, staff and supporters of the Brooke Valley School shows a year), students are getting more than their fair share near Maberly demonstrated what community spirit is all of fine art and theatre studies while she is ruling the roost. about and busted move after move on the dance floor at the “The kids here get a lot of confidence from theatre and perforcommunity hall in Maberly on Saturday April 6. mance and academically they have no problems at all.” The school's fundraiser event featured the talents of Terry Nault said that when she and the other parents started out, Tufts, his wife Kathryn Briggs along with Don Kenny, Ken they never imagined that the school would be around almost Workman and Sean Burke as they performed an evening of four decades later. “We never thought others would want their Rolling Stones hits that kept the crowd on their feet. kids to attend and in fact we thought we were just building a The school, which opened 38 years ago, in 1975, was be- school for our own children. This year my last grandchild is gun by a handful of young parent back-to-the-landers, many in school with me.” She said that if the school had eventually of whom were professional teachers who wanted to educate closed, the parents had plans to turn it into a retirement home. their kids closer to home. But that plan has never needed to be pursued. I spoke with one of those parents, Coral Nault, now a Tufts and his band opened the evening with the rousing grandmother many times over, who teaches the school's 14 Stones classic Satisfaction which got all ages out of their students in grades 1 through 8. “It was back in 1975 that seats and was followed by countless very danceable claswe contacted the Ministry of Education to find out how to sics. A highlight of the evening took place when current and start our own school. We got all of the information and were former students at the school joined the band on stage for granted permission, and the school has been running ever “Wild Horses” and “You Can't Always Get What You Want”. since,” Nault said. The latter song, however, has not applied to the visionary The school was originally located in a house, and in 1979 Brooke Valley School parents; for them, rather, it has been it was moved into a 1860 log building. The parents reno- the case that if you have the will, know how and determinavated the building but it burned down a few years later, in tion - you can get exactly what you want.

2013 Heritage Festival Polar Bear Plunge M ark Montagano, Head Polar Bear, and Richard Struthers, owner of the Sharbot Lake Marina, presented

cheques totalling $8,823 from the proceeds of The Plunge to Don Amos for the Child Centre, $4,485.57, Anne Howes for the Sharbot Lake High School Council, $2,823.56 and Marcel Giroux for the Alzheimer’s Society, $1,514.07. Mark and Richard would like to thank the Plungers, their sponsors, the EMS team and all the volunteers involved with the event as well as the members of the Heritage Committee and the Township for their support. It was a terribly cold day this year and the Plungers and spectators should be congratulated for their grit. Richard and Mark promise an even better Plunge for 2014, so start working on your costumes. They are lining up more guest Plungers and hopefully a professional video of the event. There are a lot of Plunges across the Province, but with the costumes, enthusiasm and crowd support this one is truly unique. -submitted by M. Montagano

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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 should be independently verified by readers.

welcome to attend SNOW ROAD – MOMS &TOTS GROUP, community hall, 10am–noon; info Beth 2782200 VERONA CATTAIL FESTIVAL planning meeting, 7-9pm, Lions Club, new volunteers welcome; info: Wayne Conway 613-374-3807.

Thursday April 11

BEDFORD DINERS, noon, community hall, for those 50+. $10, reservations requ’d: 613279-3151 FLINTON – RELAY FOR LIFE KICKOFF meeting, 7pm, Rec Centre, all welcome; info: 613-336-8659 GRIFFITH - NORTHERN LIGHTS SENIORS, 1:30pm, Lions Hall, w/ representative from Carefor Health & Community Services on “Going Home” Program; non-members welcome with food bank item. PORTLAND & DISTR. HERITAGE SOCIETY AGM, 7pm, Old Limestone School in Hartington, all welcome. MOUNTAIN GROVE - HAM & CASH BINGO, Land o’Lakes Public School, in support of Grade 7/8 grad trip; doors open 6pm; games 6:30pm, must be 18 years of age to play. PARHAM - SOUP ‘N SANDWICH, IOOF Hall, 11am-1pm; sponsor: Rebekah Lodge SHARBOT LAKE - ALZHEIMER SOCIETY PUBLIC EDUCATION EVENT “Dementia 101”, 1pm, Central Frontenac Mature Living Complex at 1069 B Clement Rd,. Registration required: Caitlin 613-544-3078 SHARBOT LAKE - BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, 3-6pm, St James Major Catholic Church Hall, appointments: 1-888-236-6283

Wednesday April 17 LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB, 7pm, Pine View Free Methodist Church in Cloyne, presentation on irrigation by Lee Valley Tools

Friday April 12 SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7 pm, roast pork

Saturday April 13 ARDEN - EGGS AS YOU LIKE THEM breakfast, 8-11am, community hall; sponsor: United Church DENBIGH - PANCAKE BREAKFAST, New Apostolic Church 10am-1pm, donation for Food Bank appreciated. HARROWSMITH COMMUNITY FAMILY FUN AFTERNOON, free, St. Paul’s United Church, 1-4pm, games, activities for all ages, refreshments; food bank items welcome. PLEVNA - CLARENDON CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHOOL 50th anniversary Celebration, 10am-4pm; all welcome, parking available at North of 7; shuttle to school. SHARBOT LAKE - BABYSITTERS COURSE for ages 11+, Child Centre, $30 includes manual, 9-4; register 613-279-2244 SYDENHAM - BAKE & BOOK SALE, Blood Pressure Clinic, 11am-2pm, Grace Hall; sponsor: St Patricks CWL in support of The Kidney Foundation

Sunday April 14 DENBIGH - MUSIC IN THE HALL, 1pm, community hall. MCDONALDS CORNERS – JAMBOREE, Agricultural Hall, music begins 1pm, dinner @ 5pm, $14; info: 613-278-2427 PLEVNA - NEW LIFE GIRL’S HOME ministering at River of Life Christian Fellowship in music & testimony, 10:30am; lunch follows, all welcome; 613-479-0333 WILTON – GOSPEL SING w/ the Frizzells, Standard Church 7pm, all welcome, freewill offering, refreshments, 386-3405

Monday April 15 CLOYNE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY w/ guest speaker Ojibway Elder Eileen (Sam) Conroy, Barrie Hall, 1pm, all welcome PLEVNA – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Clar-Mill Hall, appointment: 613-279-3151 VERONA TOWN HALL MEETING; Lions Club; everyone welcome to discuss community issues with council members, 7pm; info: Wayne Conway 613-374-3807.

Tuesday April 16 HARROWSMITH - CASH BINGO Golden Links Hall, early bird 7pm; Barb 372-2315 KENNEBEC DINERS, noon, Arden community hall, for those 50+, $10, reservations required: 613-279-3151 PLEVNA - CLAR-MILL COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS meet 7:30pm Clar-Mill Hall, all

Thursday April 18 BOLINGBROKE – GAMES AFTERNOON, every Thursday, ABC Hall, 1pm, scrabble, cribbage, bridge & more; please bring games you wish to play; info: Janice 273-2965 SNOW ROAD – CRAFT GROUP, community hall 10 am–noon; bring a project you are working on; info Linda 279-2784; Anne 278-1585

Friday April 19 DENBIGH - SEED EXCHANGE, 10am, Blue Bench Bakery & Café; all welcome to participate; info: Joan 613-333-9713 HARROWSMITH - THEME DANCE for ages 9-15, Golden Links Hall, $25 gift card for best “Spring” outfit; 7pm; $6, 358-2533, 372-1274 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 SNOW ROAD - COFFEE DROP IN, community hall, 10am-noon.

Saturday April 20 DENBIGH - MARDI GRAS MURDER MYSTERY DINNER PARTY, 5:30pm, roast beef dinner 6pm; $15pp, reserve: Alice 613-3339542 ENTERPRISE – LAND O’LAKES CRUISERS DANCE, community hall 8pm, midnight lunch, at door $12.50pp; sponsor: Tamworth

NFLT Play - God of Carnage T

he North Frontenac Little Theatre play God of Carnage, by Yasmina Reza, will be performed at Sharbot Lake High School Auditorium on Thurs., May 2; Fri., May 3; Sat., May 4 at 7:30 p.m. and at a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, May 5. The play is centred around two boys, Henry and Benjamin, one of whom, while playing in the park, accidentally hit the other boy in the mouth, breaking a tooth. Henry's parents have invited Benjamin's parents to their home for the evening to discuss the situation hoping to prevent this kind of thing from happening again. Alan Raliegh, Benjamin's father, is a lawyer who works for a drug company and is

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always on his cell phone. He would much rather be working on his case than be at this meeting. Alan is played by Rob Bell who appears for the first time on stage with NFLT and he's really enjoying the experience. Alan's wife, Annette, tries very hard to be friendly with the Novaks and to discuss the problem civilly. Martina Field, a veteran actor with NFLT, plays Annette. She has acted in a number of plays including The Wizard of Oz (as the Wicked Witch of the West), Annie, Oliver and Midsummer's Night Dream. She also helped with sets for Midsummer's Night Dream. Michael Novak, Henry's father, has been quite successful in the plumbing wholesale business. While he is interested in discussing and resolving the issue, he would like

& District Lions; 358-2720 FRONTENAC OLD TIME MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIPS OPEN MIC Fundraiser, Holy Name Catholic School, 370 Kingston Mills Rd, 7pm; $5pp; proceeds to music programs in local schools; info Cliff Rines 613-358-5370; frontenacoldtimemusic.com MABERLY MAPLE FESTIVAL PANCAKE BRUNCH, 10am-1pm, community hall, $10; under 12 $5, toddlers free; home baking sale, to donate home baking call Holly 268-2243, Nancy 268-2960; Agricultural Society, MCDONALDS CORNERS - UKELELE WORKSHOP by David Newland, beginnerbasic, MERA Schoolhouse, 10am-3pm, $50; $35 MERA members; $5 materials; register 278-0388; meraschoolhouse@bell.net PLEVNA - JACK’S JAM, Clar-Mill hall, 2-9pm; potluck supper 5:30pm; musicians, singers, dancers welcome; sponsors: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers SHARBOT LAKE FARMERS WINTER MARKET 9:30am-12:30pm, Oso hall; also “Bloom Where You Are Planted: Growing perennials” workshop 10-11am $10; pre-register: info@ handsonharvest.ca SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB Alzheimer Fundraiser Breakfast 8-11am; 1106 Gemmills Rd. pancakes also avail., all welcome. TAMWORTH - GOOD LOVELIES CONCERT, Legion, 8pm, $30 in advance; info 613-3792808

Sunday, April 21 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, Bedford Hall 1381 Westport Rd, Bluegrass, Country, Gospel & more, $2, 613-374-2614 HARROWSMITH - TURKEY DINNER, Golden Links Hall, $13, 4:30-6pm; Barb 372-2315 MCDONALDS CORNERS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY General Meeting, 1pm, Agricultural Hall; please join us finalizing the Fall Fair events, all welcome; info 613-259-3480 MCDONALDS CORNERS - DAVID NEWLAND guitar & ukulele concert, MERA Schoolhouse, 2pm; $20 or donation; 613-268-2376, shakeyacres@hotmail.com SYDENHAM – GOSPEL MUSIC w/ Crimson River, Holiness Church 7pm, freewill offering, refreshments; info: 613-376-6454

Monday April 22 BEAVERS & US workshops on living with beavers, 9am-4pm, Perth Civitan Hall, $10 includes lunch (reserve lunch by April 15, 613335-3589), presented by L&A, Frontenac and Hastings Stewardship Councils. Info: www. specialplaces.ca/beaverworkshop SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151

Tuesday, April 23 CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH - Bluegrass Music w/ Ralph Stanley & Two Tebworth Brothers, 7pm; $20 advance, $25 at door; 613-372-2400; 613-372-2625 LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS meet 9am, Pineview Free Methodist Church, Cloyne; new quilters welcome; info: Lynn 613-336-8080, clynn313@gmail.com SYDENHAM “How to Use Facebook Ads for Your Business“, free Frontenac CFDC workshop 9:30-11am, Library meeting room; register krista@frontenaccfdc.com; 372-1414; WESTPORT- BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, Roy-

to do so in a straight forward matter-of-fact way. John Stephen, a long time member of the theatre group, plays the role of Michael. John appeared in last fall's show, Tom Sawyer, as Old Joe and previously in Maple Lodge and Opening Night, among others. Veronica Novak, played by Karen Steele, is an author whose idea it was to meet with Benjamin's parents to try to iron out the situation with their sons. She attempts to keep the others on track by bringing the discussion back to the facts as she sees them. Karen has acted in a number of plays over the years, including Maple Lodge, Beyond Reasonable Doubt, Noises Off and Opening Night. She has also directed a couple of plays. All four actors are having a lot of fun with their roles this time. The play is directed by Kelli Bell, who recently directed Sara's Getting Married but this

al Canadian Legion 3-6pm, appointments recommended, 1-888-2-DONATE

Wednesday April 24 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 50+, $10, reservations requ’d: 613-279-3151

Thursday April 25 BOLINGBROKE – GAMES AFTERNOON, every Thursday, ABC Hall, 1pm, scrabble, cribbage, bridge & more; please bring games you wish to play; info: Janice 273-2965 HARROWSMITH DINERS, noon, Free Methodist Church, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477 SHARBOT LAKE - CENTER STAGE CAFÉ w/ Centre Stage band, Amy Gillan, Bruce McConnell, Cellar Hounds at Legion, 7–9:30pm, $4. SYDENHAM - ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9pm, Grace Centre; info: 544-3078

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. LAND O’LAKES FOOD BANK needs food & cash donations and community involvement. Contact Land o’Lakes Community Services, 613-336-8934 LENNOX & ADDINGTON RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN/EARLY YEARS PLAYGROUPS & DROP-INS - Tamworth Playgroup: Mondays 9:30 am-noon, Sheffield Arena; Northbrook Drop-In: Wednesdays 10:00 am-1:00 pm, Lions Hall; Flinton DropIn: Thursdays 10:00 am-1:00pm, Township Hall; Info: 613-336-8934 ext. 257. LENNOX & ADDINGTON STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL, local volunteer agency identifies & supports environmental, education, woodlot management, wildlife habitat, watershed issues and projects in L&A. All welcome. 5315723 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 ONTARIO EARLY YEARS PLAYGROUPS (9:30am-11:30am): Monday- Harrowsmith, Sharbot Lake Playgroups; Tuesday – Verona, Perth Road Playgroups; Wed.- Sharbot Lake BABY GROUP birth-18month; Wed.2nd & 4th Plevna Playgroup; Wed.- 1st & 3rd Sydenham BABY GROUP birth-18months; Thurs.- Storrington Playgroup PLEVNA CRAFT LADIES – every Thursday, Clar-Mill Hall, 10-4, all welcome, call Lois 613479-2562 PLEVNA - FITNESS CLASS, Clar-Mill Hall, every Tuesday 6:30pm, $2; 613-479-2447 RECREATIONAL BADMINTON, Thursdays, 7-9pm, Sharbot Lake High School; $5 semester, fun & exercise for all ages; under 18 with parental supervision

is her first time directing her husband, Rob (on stage, that is). Kelli has also performed in some plays, including Maple Lodge, Beyond Reasonable Doubt, The Wizard of Oz and Opening Night. While the evening begins with the two couples conversing logically and amiably about the situation, before long irrational arguments begin and angry words are thrown back and forth. As the evening wears on things get more intense and one begins to wonder if things would have turned out better if the boys had been left to work out the situation on their own. Do they end up with an agreeable solution? To find out how this ends you will have to see the show. See you there. Caution: The play contains coarse language and is not recommended for children.

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CF Council flexes muscles, cancels equipment purchases by Jeff Green and Julie Druker t is unusual for a township council to turn down a budgeted equipment purchase at the 11th hour, particularly when the price is lower than the estimated cost that was originally brought to Council for the item, but that is what happened twice at a meeting of Central Frontenac Council on Tuesday April 9. First, they told Public Works Manager Mike Richardson to buy only one $186,000 snow plow when Richardson had recommended buying two. Then they rejected the $112,000 purchase of a tractor with a boom flail mower, which was to be used to clear brush from township roadsides. As Councilor Frances Smith pointed out after the votes had been taken, “One of the problems is with the budget process this year. These discussions should have happened at that time, but we just received the budget requests and did not debate them, so we are debating them now, after Mike has already gotten prices on the machines.” Rather than working through the budget priorities in detail this year, Council asked the treasurer to consult with staff and bring in a budget that will keep the tax burden from rising over 5%. Further complicating matters is the fact that the budget has still not been approved. So it wasn’t until the equipment was at the point of being purchased that Council, led by Councilor Jeff Matson, began to debate whether the public works department should spend money on equipment or on more small scale road work.

“I’m not against buying new equipment,” Matson said in regards to the proposal to buy two snow plows for $372,000, “but we also need roads. If we don’t do any work on these roads we will have trucks but no roads to drive them on. We can spend five to ten thousand dollars on 30 different small roads for the cost of this truck. $5,000 will do a lot of work to a small road. These are the kind of improvements that make the people who live here stay here. I can support one truck but not two.” Five members of Council (Frances Smith, Wayne Millar, Bill Snyder, Jeff Matson, and Heather Fox) voted against the two truck purchase and it was defeated. A subsequent motion to buy one snow plow was approved unanimously. The debate about the tractor centred on the amount of use the township has for the tractor. Works Manager Mike Richardson said, “The tractor and boom mower will allow us to keep the smaller brush cut more effectively as well as allow us to cut around guard rails. This tractor will also cut grass in the rougher terrain locations and act as a replacement for older grass mowers as required.” Richardson said that the township has fallen behind in keeping roadside brush at bay and the new piece of equipment, in addition to the larger brush cutter the township owns, will enable crews to catch up over time. “It is a piece of equipment that is basically to fulfill the level of service that is expected of us,” he said.

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Council was not convinced by Richardson’s argument. “We don’t have the staffing for the equipment we have now,” said Frances Smith. “We need to put money into staffing. By a vote of 8-1, with Mayor Gutowski being the only member to support the purchase, the tractor was scrapped.

Recyclable hauling contract stays local – Council was faced with a choice between their existing hauler, Scott’s Snow Removal of Sharbot Lake, and the services of Waste Management of Kingston, a division of Waste Management International. They decided to jettison the recommendation by their waste management co-ordinator, Kyle Labbett, and chose Scott’s Snow Removal. The three-year contract is for hauling new 40 yard containers to a Belleville recycling depot, at an estimated cost of just under $70,000 per year. The two companies submitted very similar bids. “If somebody were to ask me what the two prices are, I would say they are basically the same,” said Mike Richardson of the bids. “Scott’s has been doing this job for five years,” said Jeff Matson, “It is also important for me that somebody has a job within the township.” “I am expecting that the level of service be maintained,” said Mayor Gutowski, “and I would like council to be kept informed if there are problems. Otherwise I’m in agreement that hiring local is preferable.” Council composition – In a discussion about Council composition, two proposals emerged. The first was a six-member Council, with one member elected in each

of the four wards, and the mayor and deputy mayor/county council representative both elected ‘at large’, in township-wide elections. The alternative proposal, which also received significant support, was the status quo: a nine-member Council with two members from each ward and the mayor elected in a township-wide vote. The matter will come back to Council, before a proposal or two are ready to be presented to the public. Any change must be approved by the end of 2013 in order to take effect in the 2014 election. Bridgen’s Island – Council approved in principle a site plan agreement for seasonal residents of Bridgen’s Island on Eagle Lake. Planning Consultant Glenn Tunnock said that a ten-year exercise in bringing the Bridgens Islanders into compliance with the Ontario Municipal Act should be completed by this fall.

CF Mayor Gutowski awarded Diamond Jubilee medal - Councilor Tom Dewey relayed to council that “our own Iron Lady of Central Frontenac, Mayor Janet Gutowski” was awarded the Queen Elizabeth ll Diamond Jubilee medal for her contributions and service to the country at the municipal level for ten years of service in Central Frontenac and for six years of service prior to that in Thorold, Ontario. She was selected by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities as one of 60,000 Canadian recipients to receive a medal. The mayor will officially be presented with the medal at the Sharbot Lake Legion annual awards banquet on Saturday April 13.

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