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Companies sweeten offers as AH Council gets set to vote by Jeff Green ddington Highlands Council met in special session on Tuesday morning (June 30) to respond to information that had been provided to them by RES-Canada regarding a wind farm proposal in the township. Included in the information package is a proposal for a Community Vibrancy Fund. The fund includes payments to the township if the township supports their project and the project ends up winning in a province-wide procurement process to supply wind power to the electrical grid. RES has made it public that they have offered $2,000 per Megawatt of generating capacity each year for 20 years. According to the web information about the project, it will generate between 100 and 170 MW, depending on its final configuration. Before discussing the details of their offer and hearing a counter offer from the township, Stephen Cookson from RES addressed some concerns of residents who were at the meeting as observers. He said that RES will adhere to a 750 metre setback between their turbines and any “noise receptors” such as homes or campgrounds, which is 200 metres greater than the provincial standard. He also said that in cases where turbines are installed on private land under lease from private land owners, they would make payments to the neighbouring property owners as well. As well Cookson said the company has made some changes to their proposal in response to concerns from local residents. One of them is to move the turbines that were to be located on the north side of Ashby Lake further back, and away from the north side. “There are a cluster of cottages on the south shore of the lake and this will remove the turbines from their sight lines,” he said. He added that the company is prepared to make changes right through the approval and fine tuning process if they end up winning the bid. The township has consulted their lawyer after receiving the preliminary offers from both RES and NextEra, the other company that has a project proposal in the township. Cookson said RES is prepared to adapt their offer to respond favourably to the “15 or 20 items raised” by the lawyer. Reeve Henry Hogg asked if the payments could be made as a lump sum when the project is competed and begins generating power instead of over 20 years. “Look at Greece today. You never know what the value of Canadian money will be in 20 years,” said Hogg. Cookson responded that RES is willing to go some distance towards front-loading the payments, and the details will be included in their up-dated offer, which will be in the township’s hands by Thursday. The offer will also include an offer of payment during the two-year construction period, earlier than the norm, when payments are not made until the turbines are up and running. Councilor Tony Fritsch proposed that the township make a counter offer to the RES $2,000 per MW. His proposal was for $3,500 per MW and an additional $3,500 for every linear kilometre of township land that is used for transmission lines, the same counter offer that the township made to NextEra at the beginning of June. He made a motion to that effect, which was supported by a vote of 3-1,
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with Deputy Mayor Cox voting against it. NextEra was also on hand at the meeting, in the person of Ben Greenhouse, the project manager. He came to confirm that NextEra has submitted a new offer to the township in response to the counter-offer that the township had made. He said that, like RES, his company has incorporated the concerns of the township’s lawyer into their offer. The NorthPoint 2 project, which NextEra had been proposing to build in both North Frontenac and Addington Highlands, has been altered, however. It is now located entirely in Addington Highlands, and will
include up to 100 turbines, with transmission lines running along Hwy. 41 in much the same manner as the RES proposal. The change seems to be a direct result of the North Frontenac Council’s decision to declare the township an “unwilling host” for wind projects. Greenhouse said that the increased size of the project reflects, in part, the fact that when the final bid is submitted in September, projects can be smaller than presented at public meetings, but not larger. “It gives us the greatest number of options,” he said. He added, after the meeting, that the offer
includes a $3,500 per MW Community Vibrancy Fund. He also said that North Point1, which is located entirely in North Frontenac, will also be proceeding to the bid stage. RES Canada held their formal public meeting on Thursday, July 2 in Denbigh. NextEra will be holding public meetings on August 6 (North Frontenac) and August 8 (Addington Highlands) Addington Highlands will make a decision whether to support one, both, or neither proposal at their July meetingat the township office in Flinton, which starts at 1:00 on Monday, July 6.
Cottagers propose alternatives to turbines by Jonas Bonnetta (with a file from Jeff Green) PP Randy Hillier met with North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins on Sunday morning in Cloyne to discuss future economic development possibilities for North Frontenac and Addington-Highlands townships. They were joined by a small group of local entrepreneurs and business owners to start sketching out ideas on how both municipalities could benefit from, and grow, with some new investments in the area. The group had a two-hour discussion regarding options for stimulating the local economy and these ideas included an 80-room wilderness lodge and conference centre, a wood-pellet manufacturing facility, and a craft brewery. Ashby Lake cottage-neighbours and Ottawa entrepreneurs Scott Annan and Dan Carruthers were two of those in attendance at Sunday’s meeting. They’re hopeful that they can capitalize on the recent community engagement they’ve seen since Nextera, an American-owned company, made a proposal to build over 100 turbines in North Frontenac and Addington-Highlands. “One of the positives to come from this crisis is that it has people really talking with each other; engaging in real issues and taking a genuine interest in their community,” Carruthers said. “Let’s turn this crucible moment into a catalyst for real, long-term development for the region by engaging connected representatives from the provincial, municipal, entrepreneurial and investment communities.” Part of the goal last Sunday was to present an alternative option to the AddingtonHighlands Council to “replace the allure of wind turbines.” “Your decision on this topic will be your legacy and residents of Addington-Highlands will bear the consequences of your decision for the next 20 years...and likely for many generations beyond,” Annan said in a note to the council. “It is time for you to make the right, albeit difficult, decision,” Annan said. “It is time for you to stand up and oppose clandestine partnerships. It is time for you to stop the division of residents, and instead to unite them through a common goal.” Annan wrote to Council and local MPs hoping they could “work together to create a plan that will include a new lakefront resort and conference centre to generate dozens of long-term permanent jobs.” The group feels that Bon Echo being open all year round would be an important ingredient to their success. They picture a fourseason environment with a trail network that
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could be used for cross-country skiing and hiking. They envision huts built along the trails for snowmobilers, hikers, and skiers to use, like the popular ones that exist in Gatineau Park. They also suggested BBQ competitions, small concerts, wine and food events, and mountain bike races as possible events to attract people to the lodge and area. “We could be the next Kawarthas,” Carruthers said. “There’s an alignment happening right now.” He imagines local organic gardening and livestock incorporated into cooking workshops with guest chefs, local craft beers, and outdoor activities in both summer and winter. Carruthers is in the process of procuring investors for the project and currently had around $5-million committed to the project when this paper went to press. “Let us define our own ‘vibrancy fund’... one that is inclusive and homemade,” Annan suggested. The Group suggested that green energy could be incorporated into their approach to
No More toxic wall at SHS by Wilma Kenny he stepped concrete wall below the recent addition to Sydenham High has been transformed, thanks to the work of Darryl Silver of Silverbrook Garden Centre, which is located just west of Sydenham. Soon after our article about the wall was published in the Frontenac News (May 14), Silver was approached by a school board representative who asked him to submit a tender for the job. He inspected the wall and researched wild parsnip before he tendered. Once his bid was accepted Silver went to work wearing full protective gear including heavy rubber gloves. Working through what’s already the busiest time of year for a garden centre, Silver dug on the wall mornings and evenings to first get rid of the parsnip. He removed two and a half truckloads of the plants; “Some, especially on the north part of the wall, had already grown over a metre tall, and their thick tap roots were almost as long,” he said. Fortunately the weed had not yet blossomed or set seed so Silver piled it on his own property to compost down. After that his summer employee, Kallista Smith, joined the work. She had only one slight brush with parsnip, but still has the scars to show for it. Silver found that in some places there
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the lodge, but are against the use of wind turbines there as they are detrimental to their idea of promoting the area as being naturally beautiful. Addington Highlands Reeve Henry Hogg and the rest of Addington Council were invited to the information session on Sunday but only Tony Fritsch replied, but wasn’t able to attend. When contacted, Reeve Hogg said that he did not know about the meeting until he checked his email on Monday morning. He thinks the email must have come in late on Friday afternoon. “I'm not sure I would have attended if I had known, because I would need to canvass council before attending as their representative. I don't know what was discussed at the meeting,” he said, “but I do feel whoever did attend would be well served by bringing their proposals to a meeting of AHEAD, our economic development committee. They have been meeting on a monthly basis for many years and are always looking for new proposals, and new members.”
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was more gravel than soil, and although a lot of good nursery stock was uncovered during the clean-out, very little thought had apparently gone into the actual placement of the plant material. He has filled in the bare spots with hardy perennials, and added groupings of celosia in the school colours for touches of brightness. Fortunately, his contract includes ongoing upkeep of the wall, for fresh weeds will soon sprout from the disturbed soil. “I was amazed by the numbers of people who stopped and commented,” Silver said; “one man even offered to volunteer. People were so delighted with the results that it made my job feel worthwhile. The village really does have a lot of community spirit.”
OPP report • As a result of the arrest and arson charges against 48-year-old David Cameron, of South Frontenac, the OPP has re-opened nine fire investigations. The investigation, led by OPP Detective Staff Sergeant Paul Rosato, with the assistance of South Frontenac Fire Department and the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management, is reviewing residential and structure fires that occurred between 2010 through 2015, in the area of North Shore Road, South Frontenac.
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The duel over wind In recent weeks, we've had some interesting debates around our office about wind turbines in North Frontenac and Addington Highlands. To SINCE 1970 settle matters, we decided that a duel was the only civilized way. Jonas Bonnetta has written a column opposing wind turbines, and I wrote one supporting them. Here they are, in alphabetical order by last name (JG)
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t’s difficult to describe Nextera’s “community vibrancy fund” as anything but a bribe. They are offering cold, hard cash to Reeve Hogg and his fellow councillors in exchange for a letter of support saying Addington Highlands supports Nextera’s bid to install 50-100 wind turbines across the township. I say 50-100 because Nextera hasn’t given the public a final number yet and AddingtonHighlands Council is being pushed to make their decision by Monday. It’s a decision being based on a series of unknowns that could have dire consequences for the township. Here’s what Nextera has told us: They are going to build some turbines. (That number went from 50 to “approximately” 100 on Tuesday. While Hogg and the Council are trying to make a difficult decision that will affect the township for the next 20 years, the number has doubled and is subject to change again.) They can’t say for sure where the turbines will be. (The company is yet to release exact locations.) They won’t yet confirm the specifications of the turbines they will install. (We do know that the ones proposed would be significantly taller than Bon Echo Rock.) They can’t confirm where the transmission lines will run. (The current proposed route runs west of highway 41 and north of the park and is subject to change.) How can Council possibly make an informed decision when such crucial questions remain unanswered? Furthermore, a miscalculation by Council on this isn’t merely a laughable misstep. We’re not talking about choosing the wrong paint colour here. We’re talking about massive tracts of woodlands being destroyed to make way for the turbines, access roads being built through sensitive hunting areas, sightlines from your dock being interrupted by towers of steel, and irreversible damage to a pretty magical part of Ontario. All of this just for money. I understand it’s a substantial amount of money that council would be getting from Nextera. As small townships on smaller budgets struggle to keep their roads maintained, their policing in place, and their taxpayers happy, this can’t be an easy offer to turn down. But what do they sacrifice by taking this bribe from Nextera? Addington Highlands’ serene lakes, vast untouched forests, endless starry skies, and abundant wildlife are unique and rich with
character. If the horizon becomes cluttered with industrial wind turbines then a significant portion of this is lost. This isn’t an issue of whether green energy is good or bad. It’s not an issue of whether wind turbines will shake your house or spoil your secret fishing hole. It’s not an issue of whether flashing red lights will disrupt your star-gazing or keep your child awake at night. It’s an issue of selling off your identity. It’s an issue of commodification. It’s misinformation, corporate bullying, and shortsightedness. It’s losing focus of the big picture. I’ve driven back and forth to Denbigh these last few months, speaking with people for and against the turbines, sitting through presentations by Nextera, and getting lost in my own thoughts about what it all means for landowners, councillors, and cottagers and how to make the right decision. It’s not an easy choice. But every time I come up over that big hill on Highway 41 that leads down to the Mazinaw and I see that infinite view I get goosebumps ... ... And then I get sad that there’s a possibility that one day I’ll come over that hill and see its once perfect, endless horizon littered with poor decisions.
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n the matter of RES-Canada and NextEra’s proposals for wind projects in Addington Highlands Council. Council alone has the legitimate authority to decide the township’s official response. As well meaning and informed as Denbigh residents are, the township has a 150-year-old tradition of holding democratic elections, and making decisions about local infrastructure and service is the responsibility of Council. Petitions and surveys from the public are relevant, as are studies and consultations with other municipalities. In the end, for the purposes only of a preliminary portion of the procurement process, Council is the judge and jury. The township is guided by a clause in their Official Plan supporting green energy production, including wind. But this is a specific case, and must be looked at on its own merit. The relevant questions in this case are: 1) Are wind turbines a blight on the landscape? 2) Do they impinge on the legitimate enjoyment of their property for residents? 3) Will the new industrial infrastructure cost the township future development as a tourist region?
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I have set a number of issues aside. Some of them are non-issues, such as the impact of wind turbines on Dark Skies; on the well being of land animals; and on property values in Addington Highlands as a general category. Concerns about these issues are baseless, the research shows. Others, such as the viability of the Ontario Green Energy Act, environmental assessments, and decommissioning costs are all provincial issues and are covered off by a provincial process. The liability in all these instances goes to the province, and the province will make sure to cover that off. If nothing else they are good at protecting themselves. Back to question number 1 – this is a value judgement, but I feel it is at the heart of the debate. People think turbines impinge on the ‘pristine’ wilderness in the region. “Pristine wilderness” is a fallacy, however. The wilderness ceased being pristine when every tree was cut down 200 years ago, when highways were built, when land was cleared in a vain attempt to farm. There is also nothing pristine about poverty, brokendown houses and barns, and a lack of opportunity in a struggling community. There is nothing pristine about a township that has to either cut services or raise the taxes of people who have no money. Question 2. People often buy their property for the view, but they only own their land. A turbine in the distance may not be welcome, but it is neither tragic nor an attack on property rights. A turbine within a kilometre of a property, one that dominates the sky, is another matter and Council needs to insist that the companies address these circumstances. Question 3. Addington Highlands has been diligently working on developing tourismrelated businesses for many, many years. The end result has been dismal, a decline in tourism-related business instead of an increase. The idea that turbines in the vicinity of Denbigh will stop investment is laughable. The township is one of very few in Ontario, if not the only one, with a building permit holiday for commercial enterprises. Little has come of it. Building on the tourism base of Bon Echo Park remains a dream and a goal, and turbines will not harm those efforts. The land mass of Addington Highlands is 1300 square kilometres. The projects take up 500 acres, scattered among the hills. Surely there is enough room for turbines and tourism. So long as the construction work is well managed and contained, and the turbine locations take into account distances and legitimate property owners concerns, the project will be good for Addington Highlands. Due diligence requires that both offers be scrutinised and decided upon on their own merit. If one or both or them falls short, so be it. But a blanket no would be irreponsible. The offer of hundreds of thousands of dollars each year for 20 years, which people can call a bribe if they so wish, will be a boon to the township.
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e Wind Turbines "I SAY NO"...How about a referendum I say NO to NextEra Energy, I say NO to all Wind Turbine Companies and I say NO to the Wynne Ontario Liberal Government. I live in North Frontenac and am thrilled to be part of the citizens who said NO. Lawrence Flynn was “right on” in his letter about "the danger to the incredibly diverse environment of North Frontenac". I also agree with Mayor Higgins who said "the big picture here is not electricity but land". I too, want to preserve our land, not just for now, but for the future of our children and their children. I also wish to add another view point. What about the cost to all taxpayers down the road? I believe, before ANY grants are given to ANY turbine company, the Wynne Liberal Government has a obligation to us tax payers to have these questions incorporated into all grant applications. After all, in the end, these grants are been paid by the very tax payers who voted the Liberals in. 1. What duration of continuous uninterrupted power are you prepared to guarantee for any given 24 hour period? 2. What exactly is the cost the user will be billed per kilowatt excluding the monies they have already paid to cover the grants? If the Liberals are so convinced this is the best for Ontarians, then let the people of Ontario decide. How about putting our tax dollars to work and have a Referendum! Join the "NO TEAM"! - Herbert W. Kent
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• Saturday, June 20 was another sad milestone in the history of Ompah village, as All Saints Anglican Church was formally deconsecrated. It was consecrated on July 14, 1892. The church has not been active for a number of years; however, thanks to Barb Sproule and Gib Dunham, it has been kept in repair and its hydro has been maintained so that it has been available to the community for weddings, baptisms and funerals. With the deconsecration and sale of the Ompah United Church within the last two years, the village will now especially feel the loss of the last of its local churches. The altar from All Saints is being donated to the Anglican Church in Ardoch, which is, in turn, donating its alter to Pine Meadow Home in Northbrook. Pine Meadow will also receive the lectern and prayer books from All Saints. • Downtown Ompah was abuzz on Saturday with the Grand Opening of the fire hall and community centre and the fire department anniversary celebrations. Folks came from far and wide to witness the official ribbon and cake cutting. Then the hall was filled as lunch was served along with cake and ice cream. People were impressed with the renovations and
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• Pie in the Sky - Come out and support the Maberly Agricultural Society on Sat. July 4, 8am to 1pm at the Maberly Fairgrounds. Sale of fresh, homemade pies. View solar objects through a high-powered telescope under the tutelage of local astronomer Fred Barrett. Country market - buy or sell plants, fresh vegetables, antiques and rummage sale treasures. Free admission, wheel chair accessible. Phone: Anne at 613-273-5069 to donate pies. Outdoor vendor market space available, $10. Donations welcome. • The Maberly Fair books are now out, but due to prohibitive postage costs, the agricultural society will not be mailing them out unless absolutely necessary. Please contact Rosetta McInnes at rosettamcinnes57@hotmail.com or any agricultural member for a book, or get one at the Maberly post office or coffee shop. This year’s fair has lots to hold your interest; the theme is Goats & Sheep. Come on out Aug. 29 for an old time country fair. • The ABC association is holding their annual Fish Fry Dinner at the ABC Hall on Saturday, July 11, with sittings at 5:30 and 7pm, Mike Mundell's Surf and Turf will cook the New Zealand cod; also included are salads, dessert, beverages. Please come out for this important fundraiser for our community hall. Take out available. Bring your guests and fellow cottagers. Contact Pat Hough (613-273-3781) rphougho@ gmail.com to reserve. • Country Music Jamboree & Dance - Saturday, July 18, 2pm, ABC Hall. Dinner served at 5:30pm. All musicians welcome. Info: Pat Hough (613-273-3781). www.abchall.ca
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Community Hall. Settings at 5 or 6pm. To reserve, call Judy at 613-279-5673 or Nancy at 613-335-5715. • Remember July 12 cemetery service in Mountain Grove Cemetery, 2pm. In case of rain, Mountain Grove United Church. Bring your own lawn chair. • We celebrated Sylvia Powers’ birthday with dinner at the "Waterfall Tearoom" in Yarker. • Hope you had a Happy Canada Day on Wednesday. A country to be proud of. • We attended the Harlowe Open Mike & Jam on June 27 and enjoyed the delicious potluck dinner and the talented entertainers who provided good music for dancing. A big thank you to George and Marie White, Faye Whitelock, Terry White and others who helped in any way. A great afternoon.
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• Congrats to Cam Peters again! He won second prize this time in the Pickerel Park Fishing Derby! • There was a great turnout of local residents to support Tyler Parr and his family on Friday night at the ball diamond in Verona. Over $6000 was raised by everyone to help assist in Tyler's recovery! It was so heartwarming to witness all in attendance take a moment to remember Kevin Grant as well. Kevin and Tyler would be so grateful to see so many out to help celebrate life. Kudos to Simon Gowdy for organizing such a great event for his friends!
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• Portland District Recreation is sponsoring free tennis lessons for children at Verona's tennis court. Lessons will be held every Wednesday from 10-11am for the month of July. Call Dan at 613-372-1910 or contact Pam (pmorey@kos. net) for more information. • A Ball celebrating the County of Frontenac's 150th Anniversary will be held August 29 at the Golden Links Hall. Soul Survivor will be performing and Sir John A. McDonald will be in attendance. Buffet provided by the Golden Links Club. Come dressed in period costumes if you wish. Tickets are $20 pp and are available at Nicole's Gifts in Verona.
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Jean Brown 613-336-2516 • The Henderson United Church mammoth yard sale is this Sat. July 4 starting at 8am until 12 noon (rain or shine). The folks have been really working hard to get it all organized and displayed. • Deepest sympathy to Keilan and Cindy Kelsey and family in the loss of Cindy's brother, Don Knight. Don will be remembered for his love of family, support to the community, and his famous electrical skills, particularly his outdoor Christmas light display from years back. • The Arden Artisans hosted an “Open Studio” and Garden Party featuring Sarah Hale, Joanne Pickett, and Judith Versavel. Many took the opportunity to visit, and buy wedding, birthday, and Christmas gifts. Some wore their best garden party hats, making for a festive happening. • Congratulations to Dave Swan, who received his five-year Ontario volunteer service award and pin from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration in a special recognition ser-
vice held in Kingston. Dave can often be seen cutting grass, spear heading a crew to fix the outdoor rink, and helping out in area organizations. Our communities are truly enhanced by our many volunteers.
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• Happy anniversary to Mr. & Mrs. Rudolph Gemert of Cloyne, celebrating 55 years of marriage on June 30. • On Thursday, July 9 at 7pm, the Land O’ Lakes Garden Club will hold their regular meeting at the Pineview Free Methodist Church, Hwy 41, in Cloyne. They meet every second Thursday to November. • The Kashwakamak Lake Association (KLA) will hold their Annual General Meeting on Saturday July 11, 9:30 - 11:30am at the Lions Hall in Northbrook. They have invited OPP Marine Officer Constable Robert Martell and Deputy Mayor Fred Perry for Q & A sessions. Get your questions answered; meet your neighbours; get involved; all are welcome. • Come to the Land O’ Lakes Community Services’ Roast Pork Supper at the Harlowe hall on July 22, 4–7pm; $14 adults; $6 child (6-12yrs); under 6 free. Come on out for a great meal and support the LOLCS.
DENBIGH Angela Bright
613-333-1901 bright.a@gmail.com • Condolences to Gary Malcolm and family on the passing of Ruby. Sending our love and prayers. • The start of the TD Summer Reading Program at the library is this Wednesday, July 8, and runs to August 26, 6 to 7pm. Kids will enjoy stories, crafts, games, snacks and prizes. Call the library at 613-333-1426 to sign up your kids! • The second annual Township of Greater Madawaska Area Showcase happens on Sat. July 18, 10am to 3pm, at the Denbigh-Griffith Lions Hall, featuring live entertainment, children's activities, area vendors, demonstrations, and displays. Rain date: July 19. • Looking ahead to August and trying to find something to keep the kids from being bored? Vacation Bible School will run from August 10 - 14 at the Addington Highlands Community Centre from 1:30 to 3:30pm, with games, crafts, stories, and music. New this summer are theme days, where kids get to dress as their favourite super hero, crazy hair day, and more! For more info, contact Nancy at 613-333-2204 or Angela at 613-333-1901. This event is sponsored by Vennachar Free Methodist Church.
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• Arden said goodbye to two wonderful residents last week. Donnie Knight lost his battle with cancer after a valiant fight. Family and friends listened to “The summer of ‘69” as Vernon Scott reminded everyone how much Donnie loved his Camaro, his family, and his friends. He always would lend a helping hand if asked, and rarely complained. Liked by everyone, Donnie will be missed. • A Celebration of Life was held for John Menyes last week as well. When you looked up hard work, honesty and truth in the dictionary, there was a picture of John. Married to his wife Shirley for 57+ years and a resident here in Arden, John was a much loved member of the Arden Glee Club and the Happy Gang. Along with many others, I was honoured to know him. I will miss that smiling face. • The Friends of Arden would like to thank everyone who attended the Town Hall meeting June 25. A lengthy discussion about projects to be explored included a desire to have an area where people could gather for events such as a “blueberry festival”, community functions such as “Christmas in July”, or youth oriented facilities. The group was encouraged
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PAGE 5 to continue with their revitalization projects as hamlet improvements encouraged people to visit, vacation or consider moving here. Thanks to the volunteers. • Congratulations to two Kennebec residents who were honoured last week. Rev. Jean Brown was the recipient of District 1, Senior of the year. Her husband Allan was on hand as well as family from her home town on Manitolin Island. Jean has been a force in this area for many years. Pink is her colour and Elvis is her man! Congratulations, Jean. • Also receiving accolades last week was David Swann, who was awarded a five-year Volunteer Service Award by the Province of Ontario, Citizenship and Immigration. David received this well-deserved award for his continued participation in the many projects throughout the hamlet. Congratulations are extended for a job “well done!” • Don’t forget the many happenings on July 4. There is a flotilla on Kennebec Lake at 11am with a free-will donation appreciated. Henderson United Church is having their annual Yard Sale, which begins at 8am. The Farmers Market hosts the Heritage promotion from the Frontenac Blades. • On July 9 there will be a general cleanup of the Arden village. Please meet at the Recreation Park at 9am.
MISSISSIPPI Pearl Killingbeck 613-278-2127 • On June 25 Wade Foster and Shawn McCullough put on a superb show on fiddle & guitar at the Snow Road Community Centre, which was well attended and much appreciated by all who came. Wade recalled a visit to the famous violin shops in Cremona, Italy, and there he met a violin maker who comes from Snow Road. It turns out to be Bernard Neumann, son of Dieter & Elizabeth Neumann. Needless to say, that led to an interesting discussion between Dieter and Wade later in the evening (photo by Jeff Swoworski). The next Music Night at Snow Road will be July 23 at 7pm, featuring David Ross McDonald from Australia; $10, all welcome. • Every Wednesday at 2pm there are horseshoes at Snow Road Community Centre. Darts are cancelled.
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ceremony on June 25, Principal Heather Highet praised this year’s grads for showing
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G.R.I.T., especially during times of adversity. “By G.R.I.T. I mean your Growth mindset; Respect for yourselves, others and the environment; your Integrity and Trustworthiness,” she said. She also credited them with resiliency and perseverance, which they developed
out thanks to the generosity of many individuals, groups and organizations. This year’s valedictorian was Jacob (Jake) Watson. He was introduced by Mr. Leonard, who credited him with a fine mind, a great sense of humour, and a way with words.
throughout the reconstruction of the school, saying it would serve them well throughout life. “You have overcome many challenges, and the skills and habits you have developed over the these past four years will support you for the rest of your lives.” Following the formal speeches, the more than 40 graduates received their diplomas, and numerous special awards were given
When he took to the podium, Jake Watson recalled the good times at school with friends and staff and remembered entering the school a bit nervous and “at the bottom of the food chain”. He delighted his fellow grads and staff with his moving and funny account of their years together and his words made for a positive and moving wrap up to the event.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 2015-T01 TELEPHONE SYSTEM UPGRADE The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac invites licensed professionals to submit Proposals for a telephone system upgrade. Interested proponents can access a copy of the RFP on our website at: http://www.southfrontenac.net/en/town-hall/tenders. asp. Closing Date: 1:00 p.m., July 17, 2015
INVITATION TO TENDER PW-2015-18 for SCREENED WINTER SAND Sealed submissions must be received by 1:00 pm July 15, 2015, Attention: Wayne Orr, CAO. Official forms may be downloaded from the BIDDINGO.COM website or picked up at the Public Works office during regular business hours.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Township has a full time opportunity for an HR/Legislative Compliance Officer. For details on how to apply and a complete job description please see our website under Town Hall / Careers. Closing date for resumes and covering letters is July 9, 2015 at 4:00 pm.
CANADA DAY WEEK – GARBAGE AND RECYCLE CHANGES Garbage - There will be no changes to Monday or Tuesday’s Garbage Collection. As Wednesday is Canada Day, Wednesday’s garbage will be picked up Thursday, Thursdays will be picked up on Friday and Fridays will be picked up Saturday. Recycling - Tuesdays recycling will remain the same. Wednesday’s will be picked up Thursday and Thursday’s will be picked up Friday. With the festivities, comes extra recycling, please remember to crush your cans and bottles and don’t bag or overflow your recycle bins. Portland Waste Disposal Site will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st. Have a Wonderful Canada Day, Have Fun, Keep Safe and Remember to Recycle!
OPEN HOUSE - REVIEW OF OFFICIAL PLAN The Open House will be held on Monday, July 13, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Council Chambers at 4432 George Street, Sydenham, Ontario. A copy of the draft revised Plan and attached schedules are also available for viewing on the Township’s website at Open for Business/Planning and Development/Official Plan. Additional information about the revised Official Plan is available at the municipal office during regular office hours (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 pm Monday to Friday)
PLANNING DEPARTMENT NOTICE Please be advised that anyone wishing to meet with the Township Planner should make an appointment beforehand. By making an appointment, the Planning Department can prepared for the meeting and have an adequate response ready for the meeting – this will streamline the process for moving any development approvals forward. Appointments can be made with either Lindsay Mills (the Planner) at Ext 2221 or Jenny Kapusta (Planning Assistant) at Ext 2224
RECYCLING REMINDER Just a reminder that our Blue Box program is for household items only. Plastic items must have the recycling symbol on the bottom of 1, 2, 4, 5 or 6. There are a few exceptions such as clean plant pots, cells and trays. As well, please do not put excess plastic items in plastic bags, it is hard to differentiate between that and your garbage, also the workers then have no place to deposit the bag. If your recycle box is overflowing week after week, then why not drop by Keeley Road office and purchase an additional box for only $6.00.
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By Jeff Green Local politicians, visitors from other social service agencies, and members of the business community were well representJohn Trousdale was SFCS ed at Southern Frontenac Volunteer of the Year Community Services’ (SFCS) AGM on June 24, which was held once again this year in the morning in order to accommodate the schedules of most of those in attendance. Breakfast was served at 7:30 and the meeting started up at 8:00 in order to be wrapped before 9:00 last Wednesday. A few milestones were marked at this, the 26th anniversary of the agency. Joan Cameron, who has been the board chair for six
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BURNING RESTRICTIONS A reminder to residents to monitor the township website for updates on the burning ban as weather conditions change. Refer to the regulations outlined in By-law 2012-68 before burning. See our website at Living Here/Fire Services/Fire Ban Status.
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years, stepped down as chair and retired from the board. As was pointed out by the new board chair, Nona Mariotti, Cameron’s legacy at SFCS is exemplified in the Grace Centre, where the meeting was held. It was Cameron who was the driving force in the development of the centre as a multi-purpose space that is used both for SFCS programming and administration as well as for public use as an arts centre, breathing life into the former United Church building. In her final remarks, Cameron commended the efforts of the board in developing a governance model. She also reported that the agency has enjoyed its best year both in terms of service and finances. Mariotti, who has chaired the Adult Services Committee of the agency and has been involved in developing and publicising events at the Grace Centre, takes over a six-member board, which is looking for three members to restore a full complement, including a new treasurer. In his remarks to the membership, Executive Director David Townsend thanked the agency’s staff and talked about some of the new programming that SFCS has engaged in, including a homelessness initiative, as well as a palliative care counselling service for families throughout Frontenac County. Tom Whiteman, then made a presentation on behalf of the United Way of
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Valedictory address at Sydenham High School A h, the modern world Holly Thompson started her valedictory address at Sydenham High School last Thursday afternoon, June 25, by asking her fellow classmates to refrain from checking or posting on their twitter and instragram feeds, but then, hu-
morously flipping her hair for effect, she said, “But before you shut off your phones, feel free take a video of me and post parts of this speech on Vine.” Thompson then started her speech in earnest, touching on many of the experiences of the class of '15 at SHS over their
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four years, from the antics of staff members, the academic and athletic focus of the school, and mostly the feeling of togetherness that SHS is known for, which starts with the commitment and heart of the school's staff. “Now I’m sure you can all agree with me when I say this, whether a teacher, an administrator, an EA, a custodian, or essentially any staff of Sydenham High, no matter the obstacle, someone is always there for you. Everyone and everything is there for you.” Although the Class of '15 has been through events as diverse as a lockdown and a victory at the Capital Bowl, the school’s #Samstrong efforts for class-mate, Sam Eastman, who is battling cancer, are something that she is particularly proud of. She concluded her speech with some words to her fellow class mates that were important for them to hear, particulary as the entire SHS community struggles to cope with the events of the past two weeks, which hover like a thick cloud of fog over the school and the local community. “You’re something important. Something meaningful. Something worthwhile. You are a person with the ability to make change, save lives, live to the fullest. Take nothing for granted. This life is one big adventure, so take it. And let others take theirs as well. Make good decisions—decisions that you can live with. You don't have to be a dentist or a lawyer, skinny or rich to be happy. Just be you, and be a 'you' that leaves the world a little brighter.”
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Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington, of which he is a board member. He presented one of the agency’s annual Volunteer of the Year awards to John Trousdale. He said that Trousdale had been nominated by SFCS, which is a United Way member agency, and that when looking at the breadth of support he has provided to the agency and to the community of Sydenham, “It was very easy for us to make a decision.” While many of John Trousdale’s contributions in Sydenham are well known, he has remained in the background over the 26-year history of SFCS, but on numerous occasions when there were either opportunities or crises, he has come through with a helping hand, either though in-kind or cash donations or by providing strategic advice. Whiteman said that in recognition of his award, people in the community should “give John a hug”, something that Mayor Vandewal attempted to do later on without much success. Perhaps a simple handshake would suffice. The keynote speech at the AGM was delivered by Donna Segal, the Chair of the Mark Montagano Sales Representative Board of Directors for the Brokerage South East Local Health In“The Polar Bear Guy” Limited tegration Network (SELHIN), Direct: (613) 279-2886 which acts for the Ontario Cell: (613) 532-9405 markmontagano@sympatico.ca www.markmontagano.com Ministry Health in funding hospitals, long-term care fa4 SEASON RECREATIONAL! $449,000 cilities, the Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), and also community support SOLD service agencies, of which SFCS is one. Segal said that the SELHIN spends about $1 billion annually, and one of its goals is to ensure that money is spent wisely and that service providers work together to provide “patientcentred care”, to cover all service gaps for patients Cedar, two storey, post and beam with great water on Bobs Lake. Three and to avoid duplication of bedrooms, two baths, open concept with large windows, cathedral ceilservice. ing and oak floors in the great room. Swim from the dock. Lounge on She said that the SELHIN the decks. Enjoy a book in front of the wood burning fireplace spends the second most money per capita among 40 Main Street, Westport, Ontario 613-273-3187 the 14 LHINS throughout
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SOCIAL NOTES OBITUARY
Goodfellow, Dr. Dale Hamilton Long time summer resident of Parham. Passed away in Knoxville, Tennessee on September 28, 2014 at the age of 78. Predeceased by her parents George Frederick Goodfellow originally of Parham, Ontario and Helen Dale Allen of Saratoga Springs, New York. Brother Ted Goodfellow (Kathy), grandparents John Goodfellow and Agnes Mcleod Hamilton of Parham. Survived by her dear friend Sylvia Hart, niece Karen Fetter as well as many other devoted and beloved cousins. There will be a celebration of life for Dale held at Goodfellow’s Funeral Home Parham on Saturday July 18, 2015. Friends will gather from 11am to 11:45am with service starting at 11:45 am. Private family interment at Parham Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. On line condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com
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27 June, 1933, to 30 June 2015. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, James Richard Wilson and Martha Jane Hoppins; her sister Lila Beatrice (Lord, Shales), brother-in-law Charles Zurah Lord; and her brother Arnold James, and his wife Phoebe Marie Reynolds. She is survived by her niece Linda Bernice Lord; nephew Robert James Wilson, as well as grand niece Christina (Grant Orser), grand-nephew William James, brother-in-law Lloyd Shales, cousins and dear friends Chris and Judith. Margaret was known for her knowledge of, and interest in family and local history. She was a strong and independent woman throughout her life. She was descended from a young Irish girl, Mary Jane Nesbit, who came to Canada by herself before Canada was Canada, and James Jonathon Wilson, who had emigrated from Liverpool, England. Margaret was representative of her pioneering predecessors. She died in St. Mary's of the Lake Hospital, palliative care unit. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. Service will be held Friday, July 3 at 2:00 P.M. at DESERT LAKE CEMETERY. Please bring lawn chairs.
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Thank you ~ Clow We would like to thank our children and their families for the lovely 60th Anniversary party. Thanks to our family and friends who came and celebrated with us. Thanks for all the cards and gifts. It was a day that we will never forget. Thank you, Herb and Joyce Clow
Thank You Thank you to the Verona and Parham area residents who came and supported the Charity Ball Game in Support of Tyler Parr on Friday June 26. Thanks also to the following individuals: Nicole Gifts, Verona Hardware, Reid's Foodland, Ali's Epicure Selections, Barb's Pampered Chef, Hurren Family, Paul Leblanc - Weston Bakeries, Shaun Lamont - Coke, Helen James - Hostess, Robinson Excavating, W. A. Robinson, Central Frontenac District 4 Firemen, Kelly & Michelle - Fresh Hair, Primetime Marketing, Melissa Elliott, Ian Edmunds, Graeme Gemmill, Godfrey General Store, LD Powersports, Schneiders Meats, Rivendell Golf Club, Inverary Indians Ball, BMP Home Hardware, Marcie Asselstine, Steele's Apairies, Jossey's Grill, Play It Again Sports, Central Frontenac Minor Softball Assoc, Verona/Hartington Ball Assoc, Penny Cota, Christine Teal - Everyday Style, Dave Pigeon and the Toronto Blue Jays. And also a huge thank you to the players and parents of the Verona Bantam and Parham Bantam ball teams.
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Thank You ~ McCullough To Bernie and Michael Wood, thank you so much for going door to door petitioning to spearhead a campaign for better internet service for our community. It is our understanding that Storm Internet and Utilities Kingston are working together to bring us faster internet speed. So again thanks Bernie and Michael for taking time at your own expense for getting this started. Steve and Polly McCullough
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• Happy 50th Anniversary to Gordon & Bev Patterson, June 27. Many more. • Happy birthday to my great-granddaughter Lillian, sorry I forgot your birthday last week. • It was a big crowd at Coffee Break on Friday, with Sue & Jeff as hosts. Nice to see six-year-old Eva with us, as we don’t see her as much now that she’s a big girl in school. • Snow Road Snowmobile Club had an awfully big crowd on Saturday – 203 people were fed at their fabulous breakfast. Thanks to all the people who work so hard at these breakfasts. There was also a bake & yard sale. • Over 100 people attended the Strawberry Social at Snow Road, lots of cake & ice cream. • Anniversary Sunday at Elphin Presbyterian Church had a big crowd. The speaker was Rev. Bob Hill and music was provided by the joint choirs. A piano from the McAdoos was dedicated to the church. A lovely lunch was served after the service. The cemetery service in the afternoon was held at the church due to rain • The little church at Mississippi was packed full Sunday evening for the special music. Singers were the Grace Notes, the Bartleys, Ivan Jackson (solo), Mary & Wayne Abrams, and Ron Lemke. The piano was played by Pastor Dan’s wife, and two little girls (didn’t get their names) sang and played recorders. A lovely potluck was served after the service. What a wonderful ending to a busy weekend.
Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal 613-375-6525 mrsteal2u@hotmail.com • Sincerest condolences to the family of the late Ethel Kennedy. Many former students/ teachers from the Hinchinbrooke Public School remember her kind smile every day as she was the secretary for 22½ years. Thinking also of the Knight family on the loss of Donnie. • The Rebekahs' Afghan draw was held at their last meeting in June and was won by Albert St. Pierre. Thanks to all who supported this endeavour. • It's hard to believe that school is done for another year! Congratulations to all those that graduated and are moving on in September. All the best and have a safe and happy summer. • The Fish Fry at the Oddfellows Hall is this Saturday July 4, 5-7pm, $12; 6-12yrs $8; 5 & under free. The Oddfellows are selling tickets on a $200 gift card from Gilmour's in Harrowsmith. • Verona Jamboree is coming up soon on the 9th of July. This always a fun night for young and matured. • Sincere thank you to Barb DeJett, who is covering our worship services as Rev. Jean Brown will be attending the General Council as a working Steward in August. Last Sunday we sang the "Prayer Fish", which will be displayed at this event, held in Corner Brook, Newfoundland in August. This Sunday the congregation enjoyed luncheon after service. • Thinking of you to Jessica Wisteard, also to Joan Wyatt, and Tyler Parr. • Friday night the Parham Bantams had the privilege of playing in a charity ball game against the Verona Bantams in support of their teammate, Tyler Parr, who was injured in a car accident. The community is once again rallying around Tyler and his family in his fight and we were happy to hear that Tyler is improving every day! Thanks to everyone who came out, donated, cheered and helped to raise funds to support Tyler and his family in their time of need. #UnitedforTyler • Happy Birthday to Nicki Tibble, Kalib Neadow, Shawn Godfrey, Christine Teal, Luke Asselstine, Leslie Cronk, Phil Tibble, David Lowery, Aadan Kempe, Graeme Gemmill, Lesley Pickard, and Levi Teal.
Outdoors in the Land O’ Lakes -
Appreciating Nesting Bald Eagles from a Distance by Steve Blight or many people who use our lakes and rivers, seeing a Bald Eagle can be the thrill of a lifetime. However, too much disturbance to nesting eagles can have a negative impact on nest success. Recently a reader reported a situation where he observed a boater approach to within 15 feet of a tree with nesting Bald Eagles on Sharbot Lake and the birds seemed to show signs of distress. While most people know that it is illegal to destroy or take an eagle’s nest, young or the eggs, people may not know that approaching too close to a nest can cause the birds stress. The last thing any Bald Eagle lover would want is to unintentionally cause a nest to fail or to produce fewer young. Fortunately, there are precautions that people can do to limit the amount of stress they cause to nesting
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eagles (and other raptors as well, including Osprey). The United States Fish and Wildlife Service recommends to avoid disturbing nesting birds, active nest sites not be approached any closer than a distance of 330 feet, or about 100 meters. Binoculars are a great way to have a close look at nesting birds without disturbing them. Disturbance is defined as any activity that changes an eagle’s behavior. For example, if an eagle stops preening to study you then you have disturbed the eagle and you are too close. Bald Eagles are being seen more frequently on our lakes and rivers, and I think we all want to do our part to make sure their nesting efforts are successful, because nesting success means more Bald Eagles for us all to appreciate…from a distance!
Verona Lions Jamboree V
erona Lions Club will be hosting the 64th Annual Verona Lions Jamboree at the Verona Lions Centre, 4504 Sand Road, from July 9 to July 11. Starting on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, canteen and rides will open at 5pm. The bingo pavilion and other Verona Lions’ activities open at 6:30pm. Once again this year the Bingo Pa-
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vilion will have one grand prize bingo game worth over $100 during each evening. The Verona Lions Jamboree Raffle will be drawing three prizes, one each evening. The first draw will be on Thursday at 10pm for a prize worth $400. The second draw will be on Friday at 10pm for a prize worth $600. The final draw will be on Saturday at 10pm for a prize worth $1000. Tickets can be purchased from any Lion member, Mom’s Restaurant, Asselstine Hardware and Verona Hardware. Established in 1949, the Verona Lions Club is a non-profit organization. Funds raised go to programs for the blind, hearing, diabetes and also for many local needs. - submitted by the Verona Lions
A Promise for You "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife and the two will become one flesh" Mark 10: 7, 8a
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FOR RENT COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE located on Hwy. 7 just east of the Junction of Hwy 38 and Hwy. 7. For further information, contact Ram at 613-279-2827 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE in a Professional Office Building. Separate driveway. Located at 1110 Elizabeth St. Sharbot Lake. Available July 1. For further information contact Seeds & Company 613-279-2625 ext 104. KALADAR TWO BEDROOM APT. utilities extra, $475/month, first & last required. Available July 1st, call 613-336-9429 ROOM TO RENT must be dog friendly, rent is negotiable, depending on ability to assist in upkeep of premises. Phone 613-279-3316, leave message if out.
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GARAGE/YARD SALES July 4 & 5, 8am-2pm – 1801A Bordenwood Road, Henderson. Pellet stove, tools, occupied Japan Figurines Wedgewood, Royal Albert, car dolly, and much more. Come out and have a look. 613-336-3296 NEIGHBOURHOOD YARD SALE, Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th, Sunday 5th, 8am-8pm daily. Worth the scenic drive. Road 38 to Crow Lake Rd. to Badour Rd. Follow signs. SPYGLASS COVE, Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 8am-7pm. From tools to collectibles. Free gift.
HELP WANTED COTTAGE CLEANERS: energetic & responsible persons needed for cottage cleaning, $15 hr. We will provide all the training and supplies. Mostly all Saturdays in July and August plus days during the weeks for spring and fall. To schedule interview please call: 613.335.5333 LOOKING FOR RELIABLE SATURDAY CLEANERS. $15/hour starting mid-July. Please call Tumblehome Lodge at 613-2792414 any day 8am -5pm
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SERVICES ANYTHING METAL: fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, free pickup, call 613-375-6377, leave message DRYWALL AND PLASTER REPAIRS. Professionally trained. Drywall installation, old fashioned quality, three coat hand finishing. Free estimates. Call Rick at 613-375-8201. KEVIN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE. Lawn maintenance, Garbage clean up & Disposal, Minor Building Repairs. Most Jobs Accepted. Call: 613-279-1901; cell: 613-328-1187 PET SITTING SERVICES AVAILABLE. All you need to know at www.petsittinginmountaingrove. com Phone Laura Mills at 613-335-3658 or Text 613-583-3658 ROB’S WINDOW CLEANING. We clean the windowpanes, screens, tracks and casings of your windows. Call today for a quote. 613-2439661
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sizable crowd gathered to celebrate at the official opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on June 27 at the newly renovated fire hall and community centre in Ompah. North Frontenac councilor, Denis Bedard, emceed the event, which was attended by members of North Frontenac council and staff along with numerous volunteers and staff from the Ompah Fire Department, North Frontenac paramedics and emergency first responders, volunteers from the Ompah Community Volunteer Association and members of the community at large. Mayor Ron Higgins congratulated all involved in bringing the project to completion and he stressed that it would not have been possible without the commitment of the community volunteers, who together raised $50,000 to see the $290,000 project through to completion. “Our volunteers have assisted with the planning, presenting of options and justifications to council and have done a lot of the work here. What you see here today would not have been possible without them.” Higgins made a special presentation to Steve Sunderland, a long-time resident in the area who managed the project and whom some called the project's visionary and driver. He started off as a member of the initial task force, then later chaired the design task force and finally became project manager heading up the various smaller contracts. This plan came about after a series of painful attempts at replacing or repairing the fire hall, which included a plan to put in a new fire hall/ambulance base in partnership with Frontenac County (way too expensive for the township) and a plan to expand the size of
the fire hall (too expensive for the township) Sunderland summed up the project that did get built as “renovating the two joinedat-the-hip, existing facilities as two separate entities unto themselves”. The renovations to the fire hall included two new overhead remote-controlled vehicle doors, a new covered and separate entrance way, a new heated concrete floor, new drywall, a brand new mechanical system and washroom facility, and new wash bays. The renovations to the community hall include a new 120 square foot foyer and wheelchair accessible entrance way to its west side, with a shelter for the outdoor mailboxes, newly renovated wheelchair accessible washroom facilities plus new lights and windows. The parking lot also was upgraded as well, with improvements to accessibility and drainage. Marily Seitz, president of the Ompah Community Centre, was thrilled with the new hall. “It's been a long and hard road getting here but it's been worth it. So many people from the community have put in their time, talents and energy and just look around you. It's just beautiful.” Following the speeches, the official ribbon and cake cutting ceremony took place and guests were treated to demonstrations courtesy of the volunteers from the fire department and a free lunch courtesy of the ClarMill Community volunteers from Plevna.
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held their end of the year dance. The theme was Mini Prom where we saw ladies and gentlemen dressed in their finest. Tickets were sold for A Pie in the Face contest to raise money for Make a Wish Foundation. Three brave gentlemen, Liam Melkman, Wyatt McVeigh and Tanner Robinson donated their faces to be smucked with a cream pie. Braydan Dunham (left) won the draw and chose Liam Melkman to be his target. All proceeds from
Portland District and Area Heritage Society: The volunteer award for 2014 was presented to Karen Stinson by Floyd Deyo the dance were donated, with a grand total of $106.45. Thanks, Gryphons.
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Friday July 3 SHARBOT LAKE - MINI MAKER FAIRE, Oso Hall, 1pm, Explore 3D printing, button making, duct tape art, arduinos, makey makeys, raspberry pi; all ages, sponsored by the KF Public Library SNOW ROAD COFFEE TIME, community centre, every Friday 10am-noon, come and meet with your neighbours.
Fri – Fri. July 3 – 12 SYDENHAM HOLINESS CAMP. Camp evangelist Rev Terry Burns, Camp music ministry by “Our Journey Calls”. Fri July 3, 7pm, Gospel Sing w/ the Revelations. Sun. July 5, 10:30am music by Mary & Wayne Abrams, speaker Rev Michael Maieto; 2:30pm Rev Robert Votary. Mon-Fri. Children’s ministry 9:30-11:30am; all welcome.
starts 7pm from beach. MABERLY - PIE IN THE SKY, 8am-1pm, fairgrounds, free admission; pie sale; country market; views of solar objects with Astronomer Fred Barrett.; to donate pies: Anne, 2735069; vendor space $10 call Sherren 2682584; sponsor: Agricultural Society OMPAH - COLD PLATE SUPPER & FIREWORKS, supper 5-7pm $10; fireworks at dusk, 9637 Road 509, Ompah; sponsored by the North Frontenac Fire Fighters’ Associations and the Township of North Frontenac. PARHAM – FISH FRY, 5-7pm, IOOF Hall, $12; 6-12yrs $8; 5 & under free; sponsored by Mayflower Lodge SHARBOT LAKE - YARD & BAKE SALE, St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 8am-1:30pm. SHARBOT LAKE – RAILWAY CABOOSE OPEN, Saturdays 11am-3pm, Railway Heritage Park, Elizabeth St. Free, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE LEGION - Breakfast 8-11am. Dance 8pm, Music Chuck Daoust; tickets at door $10.
Sat & Sun July 4 & 5 BEDFORD - BAKE SALE by Catholic Women’s League, July 4 5pm; July 5 11:15am; Fogerty Hall – Sacred Heart of Jesus, 2905 Westport Road; info: Cathy 613-375-6167
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BELLROCK – KINGSTON CEILI BAND; Irish, Scottish, contemporary Celtic songs, Schoolhouse Community Center, 7pm, freewill offering; www.bellrockhall.ca BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK traditional teachings with Ardoch First Nation, 7pm; park entry fee covered ½ hour before event by www.bonechofriends.ca FLINTON - TURKEY SUPPER - Rec. Centre, 4-7pm; $13; 6-12yrs $5; under 6 free; sponsor: Flinton Community Club. FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets held every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach; in Verona at Prince Charles Public School. All markets feature local fresh produce, crafts, baked goods & much more. HENDERSON UNITED CHURCH YARD SALE, community hall, 8am-12 noon; info 336-2467, 336-2347 LONG LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC. meeting 10am, 1004-c Beach Road. Meet & greet 9:30am; Canada Day Flotilla
COLE LAKE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, continental breakfast to welcome new pastor, Rev. Kevin Tompkins, 9am, all welcome. SHARBOT LAKE LEGION Breakfast 8-11am. Fish Fry 1 pm; $10
Monday July 6 SYDENHAM - LEGO My Library, 10:3011:30am, Come build & explore with our LEGO. All materials provided
Tuesday July 7 NORTH FRONTENAC GOLDEN FRIENDSHIP CLUB meets Plevna Clar-Mill Hall 1:30pm, all welcome. SHARBOT LAKE – TEA & TOAST, United Church hall 9-10am, $2, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE - ALZHEIMER SOCIETY SUPPORT GROUP, 1-2:30pm, United Church hall, 613-544-3078 SNOW ROAD – KEENAGERS, 1-3pm, potluck 1pm; community centre, music, inspirational message, all are welcome
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Thursday July 9 ARDEN - VILLAGE CLEANUP, meet at Rec park 9am, organized by Rec Committee LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB Pine View Free Methodist Church, Cloyne, 7pm, Topic: “Irrigation”, all welcome VERONA - DIABETES EDUCATION SESSIONS, Medical Clinic, 9am-noon, free, please register: Anne 613-544-3400 x 3589
Thurs – Sat. July 9 - 11 VERONA LIONS JAMBOREE – Lions Centre, Thurs & Fri open 5pm, Sat 4pm; games of chance, Midway, bingo tent, mini-golf
Friday July 10 NORTHBROOK - OPEN MIC & POTLUCK Lions hall, potluck dinner 6pm, music 7-11pm, $6, entertainers $2, all welcome; info, Lionel 613-336-8142. SYDENHAM LIBRARY - STORY TIME! 10:30am, stories, songs, poetry, and movement for all ages.
Friday – Sunday July 10, 11, 12 CLOYNE STUDIO TOUR & SALE, 10am-4pm; 1074 Little Pond Road & 1004 Fosters Lane, free admission; info: Carla 336-8860
Saturday July 11 ARDEN LEGION - ATV RALLY & STEAK DINNER, Ride Only $10 (registration 8:30am, depart 10:30am); Dinner only $15 (5pm); Dinner & Ride $23; (613) 335-2737 BOLINGBROKE - FISH FRY DINNER, ABC Hall, sittings at 5:30 & 7pm; reserve: Pat Hough (273-3781) rphougho@gmail.com. Sponsor: ABC association CONSERVATIONISTS OF FRONTENAC ADDINGTON (COFA) meeting, Barrie Hall, Cloyne, 2pm; discuss new goals, directions; new members welcome ENTERPRISE - CHICKEN BARBECUE & RAFFLE, Annunciation of Mary Parish, 4-7pm; $14; to age 12 $8, all welcome MOUNTAIN GROVE - STEAK BBQ (or hamburger): 5pm and 6pm, community hall; reserve, Judy 279-5673, Nancy 335-5715, Helen 335-2700; silent auction, music; hosted by United Church Stewards NORTHBROOK - KASHWAKAMAK LAKE ASSOCIATION Annual General Meeting, 9:30-11:30am, Lions Hall, all welcome! NORTHBROOK - PINE MEADOW NURSING HOME Yard Sale, 8am-2pm; proceeds to residents; donations welcome; call Mallory or
What’s Up in the Night Sky - July 2015 by Fred Barrett by Fred Barrett luto is almost in the camera sights of the New Horizons deep space probe! It is scheduled to arrive on July 15. This event is especially exciting for me. I’ve had an endless fascination for the far off Dwarf planet all my life. It has caused me much frustration seeing Pluto in my pictures and through my telescope as a bright spot in a field of view filled with stars. I can only find it because it shifts position a bit each night. It was originally discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930 as the ninth planet of the solar system. In recent years it has been reclassified as a Dwarf planet. He spent several years comparing photographic plates taken nights apart, trying to find a small bright spot shifting position. Calculations suggested that something was gravitationally tugging at the orbit of Neptune, so there must be another planet out there in the area he was searching. Pluto is part of the Kuiper Belt, a collection of large and small debris that stretches from Neptune to the far reaches of the solar system. Dim Pluto is 41 times the distance of the Earth to the Sun. Very little was known about it until the late 1970s. In 1978 planetary astronomers discovered that Pluto had a Moon. It orbited close to Pluto and at that distance, was very difficult to see. It was later named Charon. Our technology has advanced remarkably since then and investigation of their orbital interactions have revealed details on their mass, density, reflectivity (albedo) and
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even rough outlines of surface features. One surprise was that Pluto had an outer layer of methane around a large core of rock. Objects out at that distance are expected to have a water ice outer layer and indeed, Charon has a small rocky core surrounded by ice. That could only happen as a result of a collision with a large object far back when the solar system was young. Pluto has a very thin atmosphere of methane and a polar cap. Its surface features don’t remain the same but seem to shift about. So far five moons have been found orbiting Pluto. By far the biggest discovery that has resulted from studying Pluto is the existence of the Kuiper belt. The vast number of objects that were and are being discovered every day came as a surprise. Many of these orbiting objects are near Pluto in size and more are being found as our telescopes grow larger. Some are as large as 1000 kilometers and can, in their own right, be classified as Dwarf planets. They come in all compositions both standard and exotic. From all these discoveries, many I don’t have space to describe, arose a push to send a probe out there to investigate what has become a very complex and complicated, even bizarre, celestial situation and region. New Horizons was launched in 2006 on its epic five billion kilometer journey. This year observations began in January and it has been taking pictures and measuring the makeup of the area surrounding Pluto. It will
make its closest approach on July 15 when it passes between the orbit of Charon and Pluto. That’s pretty good aiming! I try to visualize it by picturing me sitting on a beach in Newfoundland with a six shooter and trying to hit a dime at the top of a building in Vancouver! Huge amounts of data will be collected and transmitted to Earth but the mission won’t end there. New Horizons will continue on farther into the Kuiper belt where many more discoveries will be made. There are several names for the full moon on July 1. One name is the Full Thunder Moon. Thunder storms are most frequent during this time of summer. Buck deer have their horns pop out of their foreheads this month too. Thus – we have the Full Buck Moon. Haying gets going too and we might as well add the Full Hay Moon to our list! There’s another full moon this month on the 31st and that happens once in a Blue Moon. As a matter of fact it is called a Blue Moon event and is suppose to happen rarely. Actually, it’s not all that rare! A truly rare event occurs when dust particles in the Earth’s atmosphere cause the Moon to appear blue in colour. On July 3 the Earth is at Aphelion. That means it is at its farthest distance from the Sun. Remember that it is the tilt of the Earth as it orbits the Sun that causes our seasonal changes, not its distance from the Sun. Looking west about an hour after sunset
Sarah at 613-336-9120, ext. 7. PLEVNA: CRAFT & DIRECT VENDORS SHOW, 10-4, Clar-Mill Hall; BBQ by volunteer firefighters 11am-1:30pm; info: Debbie 613479-8057 or Betty 613-479-2979 SHARBOT LAKE – LIONS BREAKFAST, Oso Hall, 7:30-11AM; All you can Eat, Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, $7; 6-12yrs $3
Sunday July 12 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, Bedford Hall 1381 Westport Rd, Bluegrass, Country, Gospel & more, $2, 613-374-2614 MCDONALDS CORNERS – JAMBOREE, Agricultural Hall, music begins 1pm, dinner @ 5pm, $15; info: 613-278-2362. MOUNTAIN GROVE CEMETERY SERVICE. Please bring lawn chair, rain location Mountain Grove United Church WILMER CEMETERY MEMORIAL SERVICE old Wilmer Church, Wilmer & McFadden roads, 2pm, info Vera 353-2470
Monday July 13 BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK - KEVIN CALLAN - Canoe Workshop at the Lagoon, 10am w/ Kevin, “The Happy Camper”. At 8pm Kevin tells about canoeing adventures “A Canoe Trip around Killarney, Family Style” at the Amphitheatre. Park entry fee covered ½ hour before show by www.BonEchoFriends.ca SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.
Tuesday July 14 ELBOW LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTRE “Dispatches from the Field”, campfire stories of the trials & tribulations of environmental field work; elbowlakecentre.ca FOOT CARE CLINICS, Verona Medical Center 9am-noon; Sydenham Grace Centre 1-4pm, by appointment call Bob: 613-3766477; 1-800-763-9610 SYDENHAM - PUPPET SHOW EXTRAVAGANZA at the Library 2pm, free admission
Wednesday July 15 BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK David Archibald show for the whole family, 7pm, Amphitheatre; park entry fee covered ½ hour before show by www.BonEchoFriends.ca OMPAH - BIRTHDAY BASH & COMMUNITY POTLUCK, 5:30pm, community hall, games after, all welcome PLEVNA - FUNDRAISING FISH FRY in support of Pine Meadows Nursing Home, All You Can Eat; 5-7pm, $15, child 6-12yrs $7.50, under 6 free; Clar-Mill Hall; silent auction, handcrafted items; info: Debbie 479-0240; Betty 336-9845
on July 4, you will see Venus and Jupiter about two degrees apart with the star Regulus above and to the left of the close pair. On the 6th, Pluto is at opposition or its closest approach to the Earth. Venus is at its brightest on July 10. It is at a staggering - 4.7 magnitude. Magnitude brightness increases as the number becomes lower. When a number goes negative, the object is very bright indeed. On July 17, 18 and 19, the crescent Moon, Venus, Jupiter and Regulus are tightly grouped together shortly after sunset in the west. Saturn is well placed all this month for observing. Don’t forget to watch for news on the Pluto flyby of the New Horizons spacecraft. By the way, whenever I observe Pluto through my telescope, I try to make out Mickey Mouse and his loyal dog Pluto. After all, Walt Disney named Mickey’s hound after Clyde Tombaugh’s discovery of distant Pluto. “The Beginner’s Observing Guide” by Leo Enright is an invaluable companion for adventures in the sky. It contains star charts and is available at the Sharbot Lake Pharmacy. It can also be ordered from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada at www. rasc.ca/publications. A subscription to our very own excellent Canadian astronomy magazine “SkyNews”, with its centerfold sky chart, can be arranged at www.skynews.ca/ subscribe2. Let me know how your observing has gone this month, especially anything unusual. I enjoy the feedback. You can contact me through this paper or email me at fred.barrett2@sympatico.ca . Clear Skies! Fred.
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July 3, 2015
Frontenac CFDC AGM
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capacity crowd breakfasted and networked at the Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation’s (FCFDC) Annual General Meeting at the Verona Lions hall on June 18. Board chair, Jan Dines, introduced the organization’s board, staff, and committee members as well as the attending dignitaries and guests speakers. Following the elections,
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Dines let the numbers speak for the organization, whose mandate is to provide business counseling and loans to support small business growth, which they continue to do successfully. In the past fiscal year, 2014-2015, a total of $1,232,751 in loans was dispersed, the most ever for the organization, and that included 29 new loans. These loan values have increased by 17.36 % in the past year, and the impact from the loans on jobs has been substantial. Last year they created 14 new full-time jobs, five new part-time jobs, and maintained an additional 72. Dines spoke of the organization’s recent new partnerships with Launch Lab, FuturCindy Cassidy, Anne preneur and St. Lawrence College. She spoke of the FCFDC's strategic plans and how these strategies continue to be met by supporting local businesses, vibrant communities, tourism and accommodation, awareness of services offered and FAB (the food and beverage region). Following Dines’ talk, a number of guest speakers who have benefited from support from the FCFDC made presentations. The first was Ian Stutt of Patchwork Gardens, a certified or-
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AMI (Talking About Mental Illness) is an organization whose goal is to raise awareness of and to address the myths and stereotypes associated with mental illness and mental health. Staff of the Kingston chapter are doing just that by including those who have experienced mental illness first hand as speakers at their presentations. On June 17, the Sharbot Lake Family Health Team (SLFHT) invited TAMI-Kingston to give one such presentation and it included two speakers, Doug and Luciele, who shared their personal stories. Each spoke about their journey through mental illness, of how they first recognized that they were ill, their struggles as they journeyed through it, the barriers they experienced to getting treatment and their triumphs as they eventually found the right kind of medical help. Doug spoke first of his experience with schizophrenia. He first became ill when he was practicing law and told of his personal journey, of overcoming the obstacles his illness presented, and finally after finding the right diagnosis and treatment, returning to practice law for 12 years. Luciele spoke emotionally about her experience with bipolar disorder, the ups and downs she experienced as a mature student studying psychology at Queen's University and as a mother of five and the painful years of not knowing what was wrong. She spoke candidly and openly of how, at her lowest point she contemplated taking her own life before eventually being properly diagnosed and getting the right treatment. Both likened their diseases to diabetes, an illness
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that you will always have but that with the right treatment can be successfully managed. Katrina McDonald, a steering committee member and presentation facilitator with TAMI-Kingston spoke to me about TAMI, a program that originally came out of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto. The program was first geared to high school students, since early signs of mental illness often first present in young adults. The idea was that students, after hearing from people with mental illness, would be able to break down some of the stereotypes and myths associated with it. “Historically we have had this sense that people with mental illness are different or scary or dangerous and that they are not contributing members of society. The idea we want to get across through TAMI is to get real people who have experienced mental illness first hand talking about it, answering people's questions and letting people see that someone with a mental illness is a real person who with the right treatment can become a healthy and contributing member of society.” McDonald also stressed the idea that mental illness is just like any other illness. “Once it is properly identified and the right treatment is provided, people can continue to live healthy, productive lives.” Laura Baldwin, program manager at the SLFHT, was pleased with the turnout at the presentation which she said “fostered a rich discussion.” McDonald said that the more we can reduce the stigma of mental illness by talking about it, the more people will come
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World music at MERA and the Sharbot Lake Country Inn by Julie Druker overs of world music were treated to two special concerts that brought the sounds of far-off places to this neck of the woods. The first concert took place on June 28 at the MERA schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners, where flamenco guitarist Jorge Miguel surprised guests and appeared with stellar flamenco singer, Fernando Gallego, in tow. The two performed two generous sets of top-notch, straight from the heart music and those unfamiliar with the power of authentic flamenco were hit hard with the intensity of emotion that it is. Miguel, who has studied with the best flamenco guitarists in Spain, de-mystified the genre for guests. He explained that the music goes back to the Druids of 3000 years ago, and is a style similar to American blues in that it is the music of the people, and relies on the interaction between singer, players and dancer. Though the dancer who normally appears with the duo was unable to make the trip out to MERA, these two left
Spain, which is the Spanish hub of flamenco music, to the crowd. The two have been performing together for a number of years, bringing authentic flamenco in all its power, beauty, sorrow, love and humour to appreciative audiences, many of whom, like myself, have never experienced the real McCoy. The following night it was the sounds of Scotland that were front and center at The Crossing Pub at the Sharbot Lake Country Inn where “Rura”, a four-piece instrumental group from Scotland, performed two hard-core sets of their own unique version of full-throttle Celtic sound. This amazingly energetic foursome, which includes David Foley on Irish concert flute and bodhran, Adam Brown on guitar, Jack Smedley on fiddle and Steven Blake on bagpipes and whistles, played two rousing sets that had the capacity crowd thumping, table clapping and yipping wildly as they unleashed what they describe as a mash up of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes
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