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Parades, parachutes and more at the Verona Cattail Festival by Julie Druker eople lined the main street of Verona for the Saturday morning parade marking the 20th installment of the Verona Cattail Festival on August 8 and 9. South Frontenac mayor Ron Vanderwal opened the festival and congratulated all of the volunteers and sponsors who continue to make the event one of the community’s biggest of the summer. The festival is a much-loved community event that continues to attract locals and tourists year after year to the cattail-filled wetlands of Verona. This year’s theme was “Themes of festivals past” and fairies, birthday party goers, and bog-dwelling creatures of all shapes and sizes, plus many more made for a colorful start to two densely packed, fun-filled days. Veteran festival emcees Debbie Lingen and Dick Miller awarded prizes and kept guests informed of all the events and activities taking place in and around the Verona Lions grounds. Highlights included the landing on site of five parachutists from Skydive Gananoque, who thrilled the crowd by jumping from a small Cessna plane high above the festival grounds following the opening ceremonies. Each parachutist expertly hit their mark in a nearby field.

Verona Cattail Festival mascot Cameron the Bog Lemming with young float participants The 20-year anniversary was highlighted on Sunday with Georgette Fry and her soulful choir singing a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday and with guests enjoying a birthday cake generously donated by the Goodwin

family in remembrance of long-time festival committee member Joan Goodwin. Guests of all ages enjoyed educational games, activities and demonstrations indoors at Cameron’s Cattail Centre and this

year the children’s activities were expanded to include a 60 foot bouncy obstacle course, a new climbing wall and old-fashioned fun like the new three-legged, stilt and sack race events for kids. Also new this year were horse-drawn wagon rides along the K&P trail with a shuttle bus taking riders back and forth from the trail to the festival site. The live entertainment is always a huge draw for weekenders and this year’s line up was hugely diverse, with offerings of rockabilly, blues, Celtic, jazz, easy listening and of course, good old-fashioned rock ‘n roll. Performers included a number of local entertainers of all ages like fiddle wiz Jessica Wedden, local old soul country crooner Henry Norwood, and other notable groups like Turpin’s Trail, Bauder Road, and Still Standin’ Over 20 vendors were on site selling a wide array of crafts, comestibles and more and the festival volunteers had their canteen running all festival long. The most popular attractions that keep festival goers coming back year after year like the duct tape boat races at McMullen beach and the antique car show were also well attended. Congratulations to this year’s parade winners, who included Asselstine Hardware, The Casement family, The Youth Centre, Beau Mcilroy, and Lance Duerst.

Fire hall and Raymo Road culvert contracts awarded Central Frontenac Council, August 11 by Julie Druker District 4 fire hall contract awarded ire Chief Bill Young recommended that council accept the bid by Guy Saumure and Sons Construction Ltd. at a total cost of $694,800 to build a new fire hall on the site of the existing District 4 Fire Hall, which is located on Wagarville Road next to the Parham fair grounds. The bid was the lowest of four received, with the next lowest bid offered by Tarasick Carpentry at just over $800,000. The highest bid was offered by Wemp and Smith Construction Ltd. at just under $970,000. Council accepted Young's recommendation to accept the bid. Although it is $95,000 over the initial budget, the bid provides for an expanded space designed to include a possible library/community space, which was not envisioned at budget time. Council gives go ahead for Raymo Road fix With the replacement culverts ready for Raymo Road, Public Works Coordinator Kyle Labbett brought a last minute report to council recommending that council approve his recommendations to award the contract to Crains Construction at a total cost of $346,760. That bid was $30,000 less than the one other bid that was received by the township from Arnott Brothers Construction. Council passed the motion unanimously, leading Labbett to say, “I am very glad to see this day.” Labbett said that work will begin immediately and that barring any unforeseen circumstances, Raymo Road should be open to limited traffic by Labour Day, with a few touch ups expected after that. Paving approved for Medical Centre Road and parking lot Council approved Kyle Labbett's recommendations to have new pavement installed at Medical Centre Road at a cost of $31,000.

Labbett said that “this has been something council has been putting off for a while and now is the perfect time to do it” because Thomas Cavanagh will be paving the new bridge section of Road 38. Council approved his recommendations. Boat ramp replacements approved Council approved the recommendations by chief building officer Jeremy Neven to award the contract of replacing both the Long Lake and Eagle Lake boat ramps to Crains' Construction at a cost of approximately $23,000 each. Council had approved a capital expenditure during a 2015 budget review for three boat ramp replacements, the third being the Big Gull Lake boat ramp at an estimated $15,000 each. Council will be requesting financial assistance from North Frontenac Township to assist with the cost of replacing the ramp at Big Gull Lake in 2016. ¾ ton truck comes in under cost Fire Chief Bill Young's recommendation to council to approve the $39,000 bid put in by Braden Ford for the purchase of a ¾ ton truck to replace truck #12 (a 1979 GMC tanker) that is “ past its useful life” was approved by council. The new truck, which will have to be outfitted with lights and sirens, comes in well below the estimated $75,000 cost. Smiths Falls to deliver fire dispatch communications services in CF Council approved Bill Young's recommendations that council enter into an agreement with the Corporation of the Town of Smiths Falls to provide fire dispatch communications services at a cost of approximately &13,500 per year. The service has been provided by Kingston Dispatch, who will be increasing their current costs of just under $10,000 per year to over $24,000. In his report Young stated that “fire services have

suffered over the years with issues such as poor communication due to dead areas” and incorrect information coming through to township personnel. Young said he anticipates that the new service will rectify those issues and at a cheaper cost. Road access for ATVs, ORVs and UTVs Council approved a motion updating their current by-law in accordance with new changes by the province which increases road access for off road vehicles (ORVs), all terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs). The new bylaw allows two seat ATVs and side by side ORVs on the shoulders of public roads. The law includes requirements that all drivers and passengers wear approved helmets and use seatbelts and foot rests where applicable; that children under the age of 8 not be permitted as passengers on ATVs and ORVs operating on the roads; and that the number of passengers be limited to available seating. Fate of Parham library in limbo In a letter and report sent by Patrica Enright, chief librarian and CEO of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library to Mayor Frances Smith, a number of issues were raised regarding the proposed options for a future library facility in Parham. The report outlines a number of guidelines designed to “provide an appropriate level of service” for Parham. Due to limited hours of operation and limited circulation at the former Parham branch, and due to the fact that the existing furniture and fixtures at the former branch do not meet current requirements and regulations, the report cited other self-serve options that might better serve the Parham community. These could include lockers or vending machines that would provide 24/7 service to customers, at a cost of $35,000-$40,000. Mayor

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outh Frontenac Council interrupted their summer meeting break to hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 11. The only item on the agenda was a statutory public meeting to gather input from council and members of the public regarding the township’s draft Official Plan, which needs to be reviewed every five years. The draft plan has already been submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for comment, and was the subject of an open house in July that drew 50 people. Along with the draft plan, planner Lindsay Mills presented Council with a summary of all the oral comments from the meeting along with a number of written comments he has received, some as late as this week. He pointed out a number of points of contention between what Council has said they would like to see in the plan and what the ministry is indicating they will accept. In 2001, with the adoption of the first South Frontenac Official Plan, a limit of three new lots could be subdivided out of an existing lot, and Council has said it wants to increase that to five lots. “The ministry has indicated they will not accept that but Council wants it to remain so it is still in the plan,” said Mills. The ministry is also asking for a new provision, that both Mills and Council consider will crate hardship for those who wish to build just about anywhere int he township. That provision is that all development within 120 metres of any body of water will be prohibited unless a full-blown environmental

assessment is done. “I think this is a problem for us. Our current practice is to seek comment from the relevant conservation authority about waterfront development and they essentially do what I would call a scoped study. If they indicate a full-blown study is necessary we require one. If this goes through it will add costs to private landowners that are not necessary and will change the pattern of development in the township,” said Mills. As well, the ministry is requiring that “all private lanes be ‘condominiumised’” said Mills, which he described as a “solution to a problem that does not exist.” Private lanes in South Frontenac are improved every time there is a new lot created on them as part of the approval process, and the township has been providing funding on an annual basis for the improvement of lane ways. “Emergency vehicles are able to access properties on those lanes, which is what the ministry is concerned with,” Mills added. Most members of Council had comments and suggestions to add to those from the public regarding the plan. Councilor Ross Sutherland thought a provision prohibiting privately run common septic and water systems should be softened. Councilor Ron Sleeth said the township should stand firm on the five lots, saying, “That has been a good model for development in South Frontenac, and is easier and fairer for property owners than a plan of condominium or subdivision.” When asked by Councilor John McDougall if he will be

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waiting for Frontenac County to complete their Official Plan before submitting the South Frontenac plan, planner Lindsay Mills said that as far as he is concerned “It is full speed ahead; this has been delayed for too long. If the County OP comes in while this is in process, we will deal with that at the time.” Members of Council and the public talked about the idea of introducing something in the plan about a “community fit” in addition to the technical requirements for a plan of subdivision. Mike Keene, a township resident and planner with Fotenn, which is in the midst of developing two subdivisions in the township, said that the township might consider fine tuning the areas designated as hamlets in the township to fit the geography and patterns of development. At the end of the meeting, CAO Wayne Orr said that a final draft plan will be ready for Council to consider at a Committee of the Whole meeting that is scheduled for September 8. “If that plan is acceptable, we can look at township approval on September 15, or we can put it off until later if Council wishes to do so.” Once the plan is approved by the township it will go to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs. But the process will not be complete, particularly if, as is likely, the ministry will want further changes. A complicating factor is that once the Frontenac County Official Plan has been approved by the ministry, the County will replace the ministry as the approving body for township plans.

NF Council looking to update township office - August 10, 2015 by Jonas Bonnetta t Monday’s meeting, Council reviewed and discussed Councillor Denis Bedard’s recent report regarding the options available to update their ageing municipal building. A building assessment report from Greer Galloway in 2014 noted that the North Frontenac municipal office and public works buildings were in rough shape. The report showed that

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the current building lacks potable water, accessible bathrooms, accessible council chambers, and that the building requires better insulation and ventilation. “In terms of health and safety, the interior of the building has experienced moisture infiltration which has created frost, moisture, and mould in sections of the building,” the report stated. Councillor Bedard, in his report, presented some of the different options North Frontenac has moving forward. These include renovations to insulate and combat the moisture issue as well as elaborate plans to demolish the current buildings and construct new offices and a new public works garage. Of the six plans that Bedard presented Council whittled them down to three ideas that they want to start discussing more thoroughly. The three options they are looking at are:

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To renovate the existing building. This would entail removal and replacement of the insulation and vapour barrier in the ceiling and walls as well as the replacement of doors and windows, at an estimated cost of $511,250. To renovate the existing building, same as above, and also add another 1,500 square feet of office space at an estimated cost of $900,000. To renovate the current office building to better suit the public works department and to construct a new building for the municipal offices at an estimated cost of $1,627,500. The lot where the former Ministry of Natural Resources building is located on Buckshot Lake Road was mentioned in the report as a possible location to build the new facility. Council will be holding a public meeting on August 29 at 10am in the Clar-Mill Fire Hall in Plevna to present and discuss these ideas and to create a dialogue with the community to incorporate into their building plans. Low-interest loans available to North Frontenac Robert Keene, a representative from Infrastructure Ontario (IO), made a presentation to Council on Monday morning regarding the different type of loans that could be available to North Frontenac through their loan program. Infrastructure Ontario is an agency of the provincial government and provides short-term and long-term financing solutions to municipalities at low-interest rates. These loans can be used for most capital expenditures, including new construction or renovations, emergency vehicle purchasing, waste management, and road improvement.

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his is “the straw that breaks the camel's back!” One of the finest Canadians of the last century has died and no state funeral and a P.M. that was too shallow to even attend her funeral. Sure, Flora didn’t support Harper because she was a P.C. back when it was respectable to be a P.C. – like before the U.N. had to come in and tell us that First Nation women were people too. Remember that when Flora was young, the general attitude was “hand her a doll, tell her to grow up and get married, and she'll live happily ever after!” However, MacDonald had the brains and the guts to do so much more than any woman was expected to do. Now, about these woman that “lived happily ever after”, or the many that did not: Of course they usually worked harder than men, plus were paid less or nothing, but gave their all believing “God will prevail!” Well, God doesn’t sign old age pension checks and hundreds of thousands live in poverty and now that Ontario Premier Wynne wants to help, it seems that the Harper government won’t. Young people note. Stop, look and listen before you go and vote and please notice that women are people too. - Carmel Gowan

Correction re - Thomas Neal, a son remembers - July 30th (pg.7)

n the article, it says that Thomas Neal Sr. was Reeve of Barrie Township continuously from 1967 until 1998 and was the only Barrie Township politician to serve as Frontenac County Warden. As indicated in a letter above, Neal did not sit as Reeve from 1988 until 1991. Bill Van Kempen held the position during those years, and Van Kempen also served as County Warden in 1990. We apologise for the error.

Correction - re Snow Road grant

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Correction - Lions Bottle Drive

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s a long time resident of Barrie Township, and Frontenac County, I read the articles on our history with interest, I also understand that when history is being retold, inaccuracies occasionally creep in. I also believe there is an additional standard of care which should be taken when putting history to print, as current generations, and future researchers assume a higher standard of care from editors and publishers. By way of background, my husband William (Bill) Van Kempen (1929-1993) grew up in Toronto and was involved with a number of associations, including serving time as President of the Toronto Anglers and Hunters Association. This interest in sports led him in the 1950’s to travel to the Mazinaw area, where an immediate attraction to the area led us to become seasonal residents in 1957. In 1975, we moved permanently from Toronto to Mazinaw Lake. Bill became involved with a number of local groups, including the Cloyne Recreation Association, and the Northern Emergency Organization. (NEO was an organization formed by a number of local volunteers, which provided pre-ambulance care at accidents, at a time where the nearest ambulatory care was Belleville or Kingston.) Bill later served a number of terms on Barrie Township Council, as councilor (1 term), deputy reeve (3 terms) and reeve ( 1 term). During his term as reeve, he was elected by his fellow reeves to the position of Warden of the County of Frontenac in 1990. Further, during this time he was also involved for over 15 years as a member of the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, and was serving as Chairman at the time of his passing in 1993. In many respects his work with the Mississippi Valley was consistent with a lifelong interest and participation in conservation work which had begun in the 1950’s with the Toronto Anglers and Hunters Association. I was upset with the article printed in the Frontenac News, July 30th/2015 (pg7), as it appeared to re-write history, and erase accomplishments which my husband was, and family are, proud of. It is my hope that this misinformation will be corrected by the Frontenac News in an appropriate manner. - Donna Van Kempen (Editor’s note – this letter was accompanied by copies of extensive documentation of Bill Van Kempen’s terms as reeve and council member in Barrie Township and warden of Frontenac County.

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10. Scott Reid will have to travel south of Hwy. 7 for a few visits. 9. Stephen will gain weight on the longer campaign trail, eating and drinking his way through Canada, necessitating a new wardrobe. 8. Mrs. Harper and his two kids giving up their carefree summer to be paraded around for public scrutiny. 7. Having to come clean about his lies concerning the economy and the imaginary surplus, the child tax benefit that is taxable now, all his failed schemes, and now having to bring back other parties programmes, i.e. home Reno $$$ sometime in the far future. 6. So many more conservative ads on TV that make most people sick and quite numb. We were "just not ready".

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5. Apathy for politicking in the heat of the summer. 4. Taking the spotlight away from good old Mike Duffy. 3. $50,000,000.00 to sustain this long adventure, for which we are paying half. Did I type enough 000s? 2. Reinstating disgraced Senators who are now back on the payroll, with all benefits as well. Pamela and others can now return to the lifestyle they have so missed this last while. Of course we are so glad to share this expense. The number 1 reason is that Stephen is just too controlling and set on his own course. He has lost so many of his close cronies because of this attitude. He is "just not ready" to accept change. Apologies to David Letterman. P.S. Justin's hair is much nicer, Mulcair is so calming, and Ms. May is just too cute! - Not respectively, Brenda Crawford

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ast week, it was reported that federal grants under the Canada 150 program were going to Frontenac townships. Below is the complete breakdown of grants in Lanark Frontenac Lennox and Addington, including a grant that was just received by Frontenac County. Carleton Place -$67,000 of funding is being provided to the Carleton Place Town Hall Perth – The Table Community Food Centre will receive $45,600 Township of Central Frontenac - will receive $110,000 towards a new Community Centre & Library in Mountain Grove Smiths Falls - $22,500 of funding for the Smiths Falls Public Library and an additional $60,920 for the Smiths Falls Town Hall Tourism and Economic Development Centre Township of North Frontenac - $23,000. The funding will be used to renovate the Snow Road Community Centre County of Frontenac - $247,000. The funding is going towards the completion

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NF Council - continued from page 2 The funding the IO is offering is available to a variety of groups such as municipalities, Aboriginal health centres, long-term care facilities, and housing providers. IO is offering two different types of loans. One is a “serial” loan where interest is paid out more at the beginning of the loan and then decreases as the term goes on. The other is an “amortizer” loan, which functions much like a mortgage payment. Keene explained that the “amortizer” loan is the one most municipalities use in their programs. The current interest rate for a five-year loan is 1.43% and 3.12% on a 25-year term. These loans are available through the IO for terms up to 30 years.

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• Friday August 14 is the next Open Mic & Potluck at the Northbrook Lions hall, potluck dinner 6pm, music 7-11pm, $6, entertainers $2, all welcome; info, Lionel 613-336-8142. • The Jimmie Clark Royal Canadian Legion Branch #328 in Northbrook is celebrating its 90th birthday at the Lions hall on Sat. August 15. Legion Service is at 11am, followed by a $5 lunch at noon. Following the celebration and lunch, the band “Big Clear Sound” will be performing. All are invited. • The euchre tournament for the Golden Sunset Seniors will be held Friday, Aug. 28, 7pm at the Lions Hall, Northbrook. The next one will be Oct. 23. • A family reunion was held on August 8 at Tony and Gwen Meraw’s home on Kashwakamak Lake in honor of Leigh and Tim, and Noah, Amelia and Ezra Saloman’s visit from England. Family and friends from as far away as Toronto, New York, and England. They enjoyed music by Noah, Gary, Tim, Peter, Shawn and Leigh and had a great potluck meal.

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• The Henderson United Church Women (UCW) hosted their annual tea & bake sale and all enjoyed it. • Some recent comings and goings to our village included Carolyn Warren of Texas and Lisa Cochrane of Sanibel Village. George and Betty McCullough of Deseronto and their son Sam came to attend the church lunch (two weeks ago now), really enjoying the variety of desserts, generous portions, and country cooking. Grace and Earl Woodcock, whose roots are in this area, also attended the lunch and report celebrating their 56th wedding anniversary. They subscribe to The News, thus keeping up on all the news. Also some very tasty garden produce was popular at the silent auction. • Speaking of home cooking, that dressing at the church lunch was over the top in tastiness, and the desserts, made by the church cooks, were swell and superb all at once. • A special warm welcome to Jake and Judy (Wilkes) Reaume, who after 51 years “away” have returned home and live in Bordenwood. Welcome, folks. • Congratulations to Diana Meeks of Georgia, daughter of Marilyn & Archie Meeks, on completing a triathlon marathon. • Great to see Jim & Kay Mattear of Cambridge, and also special thanks to Jim for singing at Henderson United Church. • Judi Fox was telling me that she felt divinely led a month or so ago, after a serious car crash with a deer. The firefighters and responders wondered how she got out of her wrecked car alive, so she is thankful to God for Divine intervention. • Harlowe Wesleyan and Standard Church will soon be making a pilgrimage to their Ivanhoe church camp, which

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• Please note: The Bolingbroke bridge will be closed for repair from August 10 through August 24. Anyone who normally uses Crow Lake Road to attend euchre or other events at the ABC Hall will be advised to take Hwy #7 to Maberly, and Bolingbroke Rd. instead. • Country Music Jamboree and Dance, ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd., 2pm, Saturday, August 15. Barbecue chicken dinner served at 5:30pm. $15 per person at the door (All musicians welcome). • Framework: Words on the Land, 2501 Old Brooke Rd. Ten acclaimed writers will be writing for a weekend here on the land at Fieldwork (near Maberly) and ending the weekend with a public reading of their creative output and a discussion about their experiences. It promises to be a very interesting and fun afternoon for those interested in writing, the literary process, and how the land stimulates and inspires writers. This event is part of the Ottawa International Writers Festival/Perth Chapter program. August 23, 3pm. Tickets will be sold only online at http://www.writersfestival.org/events/ spring-2015/framework-words-on-the-land

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15 minutes of fame - call Dalia at 613-353-7921. • Frontenac County is celebrating its 150th Anniversary August 28-30 at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. Admission to this fabulous celebration is free and there are games, activities, programs, food, rides, displays, competitions and SO much more - going on all weekend long. You can find a complete list of all the activities at www.frontenaccounty.ca/150 • Lennox Addington Ridge Runners are holding a Best Ball golf tourney at Rivendell on Sat. Aug. 22 - tee off at 9:30. There will be many prizes and silent auction items. Your $90 ticket includes a donation to the Ridge Runners; golf fee, power cart and a roast beef on a bun lunch. Time is running out to register - call Keith Dawson today at 372-5395. • Hopefully everyone is enjoying the summer here in Sydenham. As you are traveling through the village please make an effort to visit and shop at the many locally owned and operated stores and restaurants that Sydenham has to offer. These business owners live and work right in our community and many are our very own friends and neighbors. • Please feel free to contact me with your upcoming events.

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613-335-4531 email: marilynarchie@sympatico.ca • Happy birthday to Sidney Drew, Duane Meeks, Robert Hawley, Amber Asselstine, Cassandra Asselstine, Kathie Easton, Dalton Goodberry, Keith Steele, Matthew Stefan, Calvin Meyers, and Thelma Shaw, 90. • Happy Anniversary to Randy and Charlene Hole, Tony and Amy Hole, Frank and Kathleen Goodfellow. • Special thanks to Sharon MacMunn on the flower arrangements that she placed on each window shelf in Mountain Grove United Church. Very summery. • It was great to see many of Stan & Betty Pranger's relatives attend the church service last week. What a great family. • Parham Men's team played the Battersea Team August 9 in Sydenham. It was a close game. • Sydenham Women's baseball team 2 are in first place of the league. They played again on Monday, August 10, at Keeley Road. • Vacation Bible School has been cancelled this year, but in September the GEEC'S may consider hosting a presbyterywide event. Details will be announced later. • Congratulations to Andrew Armstrong, who turned 102 this month at Pine Meadow Nursing Home. Andy is a cousin of mine and he still has a great mind and knows all the current events and happenings in the world. • Thinking of David Fox, Shirley Noonan, Carol and Jack Patterson, Bill Haynes, Cindy Kelsey, Joanne Robertson, Clark Gaylord.

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• Did you hear the news? We have a Pro Bass Fisherman in our community! Matt Tooley, along with his partner Blake Orr, placed 1st in the Carleton Place Mississippi Lake Renegade Bass Series! There were 58 boats competing for the big first prize of $4830 and Matt and Blake were pleased to take it home, with their five bass weighing in at 18.95 pounds. Their biggest prize winning fish was 5.12 pounds. Wow! Congratulations guys! • The Catholic Church Turkey and Ham Supper that was held on Aug 8 has been an annual tradition for close to 100 years! Almost 300 meals were served, so it is obvious that this event is still going strong! Although it was mentioned that there were not enough pies at the bake sale, I was assured that that wrinkle will be ironed out for next year. Unfor-

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tunately, the Crown and Anchor table was out of commission this year. Hopefully, we will see it again! • Are you looking for something fun to do tonight? The Fiddlers and Friends are returning to the Ompah Community Centre at 7pm! Everyone is invited to come out and enjoy the concert and refreshments afterwards. Admission is $10 and all proceeds go to support the Community Centre! • The Child Centre will hold their final summer trip to the Smiths Falls Train Museum on Tues. Aug 18. Pickup is at 10am at Clarendon School. The kids will have the opportunity to visit the museum and make a stop at the splash pad to cool off afterwards. Cost is $15 and you can call the Child Centre at 613 279-2244 to register. • The Plevna firefighters next bingo is coming up on Friday, Aug 21. If you can't make the bingo, don't forget to see one of the firefighters, or me about getting your 50/50 ticket. Wouldn't a maximum prize of $1000 be great! • The Ompah Community Volunteers Association still has a few tickets available for "The Very Awesome!" 2015 Honda Pioneer 500 side by side! The retail value of this machine is $11,259, but you can still get a ticket to win for only $10! The draw date is Sat. Sept 19 at 7pm at the Ompah fire hall!

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• Congratulations to the Parham Bantam boys team on making it to the B Championship game on Saturday. Although they were defeated, they have had a great season. Congratulations as well to the Sharbot Lake Bantam Boys (& girls) team on a great season. Congrats to the Parham Squirt team for giving it all they had on the weekend at their year-end tournament. A huge shout out to the Sharbot Lake Bantam Girls team who placed fourth in the season came back playing some awesome ball at their year-end tournament and placing second! Great job, gals. Thanks to all the players, coaches, volunteers, fans and community for all your support in another great baseball season. Now break out the hockey equipment! • Students, if you need volunteer hours, the Parham Fair committee is looking for help at the Parham Fair on August 21 to 23 and would appreciate all interested assistants. Call Wendy Parliament or go online. • Thinking of you to Vi Hole, and Bruce Teal. • Please send healing prayers to Bill Lee who was injured by his horses last week. Bill and his teams have been a huge part of many local events, including the Parham Fair every year, and so the Horse Pull at the fair on Friday night, Aug. 21 is going to be a fundraiser for Bill. The Ottawa Valley Horse Draw Association members are donating their prize money back to Bill, as are the judges and announcers. The fair organization itself is also going to donate to the cause and there will be an opportunity for others attending that night to contribute as well. • Local corn is now available at Howes, also fresh honey is now available and I know the local farmers’ market has fresh veggies, garlic etc. at their weekly sales at the beach in Sharbot Lake. • Brenda Price was lucky to win the Mayflower Lodge's voucher to Gilmour's meat. Thanks to all who helped this cause. • Tonight, Thursday, August 13, Sharbot Lake United Church is holding a roast pork dinner from 4:30 to 6:30pm. • Happy Birthday to Brianna Drew, Cathy Goodfellow, Randy Kempe, Ryan Beattie, Michaela Hamilton, Amber Asselstine, Burt Hannah, Kris Stencel, Dwayne Meeks, Joelle Parr, and Abby McKinnon. • Happy 25th Anniversary to Dan and Cheryl Hole.

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• It was a perfect weather weekend! The Verona Cattail Festival gave us two days of excitement and non-stop entertainment! The wide variety of the stage entertainment kept everyone entertained with 14 great bands, which included the great sounds of Still Standin’, Bauder Road and Turpin’s Trail. Two young talents, Jessica Wedden and Henry Norwood, delighted festival-goers. The two days of entertainment kept us tapping our toes and wishing for more. A big thank you to Linda Bates and Rhonda Storring, who created this great entertainment lineup. The flower barrel winners were announced at the festival. Congratulations to Mom Restaurant, who won first prize of $300. A big thanks to all the businesses and residents who adopted the barrels and made our Main Street look gorgeous. The Verona Community Association and the Festival Committee want to thank all the sponsors and donors who contributed to making this festival a huge success. A huge thank you to the student volunteers and all the adult volunteers who so eagerly gave of their time and effort. And a final thanks is given to the co-general managers, Wayne Conway and Ron Bruyns, who once again, after putting in many, long hours of hard work and dedication, brought it all together. A special thank you also to all the festival-goers who helped keep the Cattail Festival clean and green, by bringing all their garbage and recycling to the designated recycling centre. • The South Frontenac Museum’s official opening will be held this Saturday, August 15 from 10am to 2pm. The museum’s location is at 5595 Road 38, Hartington. Ribbon cutting and light refreshments will be at 11am. All welcome! • Bill Kendall had one of his photos of Verona’s wildlife accepted into the Ducks Unlimited Canada national calendar for 2016 (River Otter-on our marsh that feeds into Vanluven

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Sydenham Lake Canoe Club hosts Eastern Ontario Division Championships provincial qualifying events can take place. The event was the first of this summer’s qualifying events for the Ontario Championships, which will take place August 15 at the Rideau Canoe Club in Ottawa. While the Sydenham Club is a considerably smaller club than most, with just six competitors ages 8-16, its members did amazingly well in their events. On Saturday George Willes and Sebastien L'Abbe placed second of 11 in their final K2-500M race. Matt Symons placed first in his K1-1000M race and his L-r, George Willes, Matt and Nic Symons, Sebastien L’Abbe, Ian Ramzy with their coaches twin brother Nic placed third in the same event. Both will move Rhiannon Murphy and Cia Myles-Gonzalez on as direct entries as two of by Julie Druker the top seeds in the division. On Sunday the Symons brothver 250 young paddlers from six different paddling clubs ers placed first in their K2-500M race, crossing the line well across Ontario competed at the Eastern Ontario Division ahead of the pack, which made for a very exciting race. Also Championships, which took place at Sydenham's Point park of note was Ian Ramzy, who placed second in the K1-100M on August 8 and 9. The small but mighty Sydenham Lake sprint and he will also move on to the Ontario ChampionCanoe Club hosted the event, which included competitors ships. Eight-year-old Parker Friendship, the club’s youngest from the Rideau, Ottawa River, Carleton Place, North Bay competitor, competed for her very first time and did her perand Gananoque Canoe Clubs. Most of the paddlers competsonal best in her U11 event. ing were aged 11-15 but paddlers as young as eight years One of the reasons that this small but talented club does old also took part. so well is because of the dedication and talent of their coachIt was thanks to a grant from the Frontenac Community Fuing staff. Head coach Cia Myles-Gonzalez, a former member tures Development Corporation in the summer of 2014 that the Sydenham club was able to restore their course, making it once again a nationally certified one where these kinds of

of the club for nine years, has been coaching the team for two years now and currently competes as a paddler with the Balmy Beach Canoe Club in Toronto. She has recently qualified to race in two C1 events and two C2 events and in four war canoes at the upcoming Ontario Cup Three Championships in Ottawa on August 16. Gonzalez credited her team for being “dedicated and working very hard towards the event despite the challenges that come with being a small club”. Gonzales also spoke of the home club advantage, saying, “It really helps to know the lake and the course. Sydenham Lake can get really windy and our team has had experience with those conditions, which is an advantage”. Assistant coach, 16-year-old Rhiannon Murphy is also a long time member of the club and a talented paddler in her own right. Rhiannon will be competing in three events including the K1-100, K1-200 and C1-6K at the national level at the upcoming Canadian Nationals, which will take place in Ottawa at the Rideau Canoe Club from August 25 - 29. Should she place in the top three, she will move on to compete internationally. Helen Parfitt, vice-commodore of the club, credited Roger L'Abbe and the club’s sprint paddlers for working tirelessly setting up the course prior to the weekend’s championships and she thanked the 30 officials and the 30 community volunteers who helped to make the event run so smoothly. The event is not only an exciting day of racing for competitors, their families and supporters but also attracts between 500600 people to the area, which is a great thing for economic development in the Sydenham area. Anyone interested in the SLCC can visit www.sydenhlakecanoeclub.com or call Helen Parfitt at 613-376-6613.

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the game, which all enjoyed very much. They likely report the results as a tie. We were indeed tied in our sheer joy of playing. Credit goes to the Arden team who won the tightly contested game 27-24. The Cloyne Grey Jays return home to Wednesday morning practice and preparation for the next meeting of these two great teams. Thanks to Gord Brown and Don Patry for organizing the event. - Don Lauder

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Miata drivers from across North America pit stop in Sharbot Lake

his past weekend over 300 Miata enthusiasts in 155 of their favorite cars took part in the Underground Miata Network's tour of Quebec and Eastern Ontario on August 7, 8 and 9. The event was organized to help celebrate the Ottawa-based club's 20 year anniversary. Mazda MX5s are those eye-catching, spiffy and sporty convertible roadsters, also known as Miatas, and they attracted a lot of attention as groups of them took part in a total of 35 different daily tours over the weekend. The tours included destinations like the Rideau Canal, Upper Canada Village, Montebello, Quebec and more. There were 12 different touring groups that included driv-

ers from clubs as far away as Florida, Texas, Indiana, Ohio, Rhode Island, Michigan, New York and Massachusetts, as well as Canadian drivers from Ontario, Quebec, Alberta and the Maritimes. The tour was the largest event that the 186-member club has hosted since its inception in 1995. Club president, Rolly Eeaulne, and vice-president Ron Staples said they expected 75 drivers to participate but were forced to cut off the numbers off when they reached over 300. Both gentlemen lunched on Friday at Sharbot Lake's Crossing Pub with their tour group number 10, who were at the half-way point of a 350-kilometre loop that began at Ottawa's Conference Centre, the central hub of the tour, and would take them after lunch to Merrickville along the Rideau Canal. Sandra White, co-owner of the Sharbot Lake Country Inn, was more than pleased to host the participants and had arranged in advance with Eeaulne to offer the pub as a key lunch destination for the tour. Eeaulne said that the scenery and roads in this area make for perfect driving conditions. “The roads like those up through Snow Road, Ompah and beyond are just perfect for the kind of driving we love. Lots of curves, (aka twisties) and great scenery.” First produced in the 1990s, there are currently three gen-

erations of Miatas, all two-seater, sports car roadsters and all known for their superior road handling abilities. They also all boast convertible tops, either in soft or hard top models. Vice president Rob Staples said “Though there are faster cars to drive, there is not a more fun car to drive than a Miata and nothing beats driving on these twisty, curvy roads with the top down, hearing the birds, smelling the country air and watching the gorgeous scenery go by.” The tour participants covered close to 1000 kilometres over three days and had stellar weather for the tour. Judging by the turn out it will likely not be the last Miata club tour that will pass through these parts. Anyone interested in joining the Ottawa club can visit www.ottawamiata.net. But be sure that you have the $20,000 -$45,000 that it will take to become a proud Miata owner.

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WOW! Looking for family time at the cottage? This is the place for you. This charming package sits on a perfectly level lot & features a lakeside gazebo, a quaint 2 rm guest bunkie, a large garage with workshop & a very inviting 3 bd cottage. Enjoy exceptional access to the 100 foot shoreline; cottage year-round at this wonderful location.

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$219,900 Cottage On Mazinaw Lake Stunning view with Western exposure. 3 bedroom recently renovated cottage with dock and Bunkie. Close to Bon Echo Park, wood burning woodstove in the Great Room. Patio doors to decks, appliances. Move in condition located on the Lower Lake. 10520 Mazinaw Lake

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$239,900 Upper Mazinaw Lake

3 bedroom cottage with 354 Ft frontage on the Upper Lake. Screened in porch, gazebo on the waterfront, stone fireplace, woodstove, 5.19 acre private lot. 53 FT dock, sand beach, mature trees, very private, spectacular sunset views. 650 Mazinaw Lake

357 Front St., Belleville, ON K8N 2Z9 • bruce@cookeproperties.com • www.brucecooke.com

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SOCIAL NOTES OBITUARY

ANNIVERSARY

WINKEL, Connie Mae (1953 - 2015) Suddenly, at her home in Denbigh on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at the age of 62. Loving mother of Michelle Winkel of Houston. Dear sister of Ray (Kathy) Lamm and Diane (Joe) Mechum, both of Jacksonville. Predeceased by her parents Walter & Virginia Lamm, her brother Mitchell and sister Becky. Cremation has taken place with Milestone Funeral Center, 11928 Hwy 41 Northbrook, Ontario K0H 2G0. An interment of Connie’s ashes will take place at a later date. Online condolences available to the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com

50th Wedding Anniversary Please join us for the celebration in honor of Glen & Betty Matson Saturday, August 22, 1:00-4:00pm Arden Community Centre Hosted with love by their family.

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IN MEMORIAM

Arthur Young (1925 - Aug 24, 2011)

I’ve finished life’s chores assigned to me, So put me on a boat headed out to sea. Please send along my fishing pole, For I’ve been invited to the fishin’ hole. Where every day is a day to fish, To fill your heart with every wish. Don’t worry, or feel sad for me, I’m fishin’ with the master of the sea. We will miss each other for a while, But you will come and bring your smile. That won’t be long you will see, Till we’re together you and me. To all of those that think of me, Be happy as I go out to sea. If others wonder why I’m missin’ Just tell ‘em I’ve gone fishin’ In loving memory, from Anna, children & spouses, grandchildren & great-grandchildren.

IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of

Thomas Sargeant who passed away Aug 15, 2013 I wrote your name on the sand... but the waves washed it away. I wrote your name on the sky... but the wind blew it away. I wrote your name on my heart ...and forever it will stay. Forever and Always Robert and Ashley

CARD OF THANKS

Thank You ~ Bolton We would like to thank all our family, friends and neighbours for their cards, phone calls and visits as I am recovering from heart surgery. Special thanks to George Meeks for a cheerful 4:30 am trip to KGH, and for all he does to help; also to our daughter Cindy for devoting her vacation time to caring for me, and son Mike & grandson Cole for taking over the yardwork. John Bolton

THANK YOU! Thank you to all the sponsors for supporting our annual Verona Cattail Festival. Thank you to all the volunteers who worked so hard at the Festival. Thank you to the enthusiastic crowds that enjoyed the parade and our two day Festival. You all helped to make this Verona Cattail Festival a HUGE SUCCESS! The Verona Cattail Festival Committee on behalf of the Verona Community Association www.VeronaFestival.com

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Creative Anachronism may be for you H by Julie Druker

istory buffs wanting to experience what living in pre-17th century Europe was like may be interested to know that there exists an international society with branches right here here in Canada that allows its members to do just that. The Society of Creative Anachronism is an international organization with over 30,000 members who research and recreate the arts and skills of those days long gone by. Consisting of over 20 kingdoms, members organize events and dress in period clothing and attend various events throughout the year. As part of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library's series of live monthly speakers, Jon McLean, a member of the society, spoke at the Sydenham library branch on August about the organization and some of its practices. Society members can engage in many of the activities that were popular during those times, including armored combat, rapier combat (also known as fencing), various types of crafting, equestrian activities, archery and other thrown weaponry, heraldry and other forms or writing, performing arts, games, meal and beverage preparation and more. McLean has a interest in making mead, an alcoholic beverage popular at that time and said that was what initially attracted him to the group. The first step for those interested is to locate the Kingdom closest to you by accessing the organization's website and looking at a list of their events that can be attended, or alternately by getting in touch with

ttention anglers! The annual Land O’ Lakes Large & Smallmouth Bass Fishing Tournament returns to three lakes in the region on Sat. August 15. The water bodies featured in this year’s live release event are Hay Bay in Greater Napanee, Beaver Lake in Stone Mills, and Big Gull Lake in North Frontenac. There is a weigh station found on each lake, with locations at Pickerel Park CAREFREE Resort (665 South Shore Road), Lions Beaver Lake Park (Erinsville), and Kirk Cove Cottages, (1539 Kirk Kove Road near Harlow). Prizes for the tournament total more than $3,500. The largest fish caught on each lake will receive a cash prize $500; 2nd place

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• Spectators and cheerleaders, encouraged by head cheerleader Jennie Brown, were spellbound by the action-filled annual Seniors’ Baseball game, this year hosted by Arden. Seven competitive innings thrilled everyone in attendance, but as in previous years, this year’s battle ended in a resounding tie. Everyone enjoyed a wonderful BBQ afterwards with an abundance of “fish stories” told by the players. The Rec Committee thanks everyone, players and spectators, who attended the game. Much fun was had by all. • Last week, I reported that Vacation Bible School was beginning August 17; however, due to uncontrollable circumstances, there will be no VBS this summer. The leaders hope youngsters will join them in September for some organized events then. • It was good to see Doreen Millar in Arden this week. She and husband Ron will spend a week or so here, visiting. • Sharbot Lake United Church is hosting a roast pork dinner tonight, Aug. 13, 4:30 to 6:30. Adults $12 and kids 5-12 $5. • Local talent, Big Clear Sound, will help the Northbrook Legion commemorate their 90-

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a member to find out more. McLean spoke of some of the events that he has attended, which have included special feast days when summer and winter Kings and Queens are chosen by the group; special combat days that are held in a drill hall located at CFB Kingston; large re-enactments of battles that have taken place, as well as other celebrations where members recreate period meals and activities in an effort to emulate life as it was back then. Members create their own authentic dress, and accessories and McLean stressed that it is up to members to go as in depth into the authenticity of their roles and gear as they like. McLean showed slides of members of his group at a special Trebuchet Day where they test fired a catapult they had built, and other slides showed members participating in a re-enactment of a Trillium War. Those interested can visit the website at www.sca.org for more information.

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gets $250, and 3rd place gets $100. Anglers who catch the “hidden weight” will receive $50. Everyone who purchases a ticket for the tournament is entered into a draw to win a $500 Gift Card and a Fish Kayak, courtesy of Canadian Tire in Napanee, even if they don’t fish in the tournament. Tickets are on sale now for $35 each at www.TravelLandOLakes.com as well as at the Land O’ Lakes Tourist Office in Kaladar. The deadline for purchasing tickets is Friday, August 14. More information, including boat launch information and tournament rules & regulations, is available at www. TravelLandOLakes.com or by calling 1-800840-4445.

year celebration, Saturday, August 15. The event kicks off at the Lions Hall at 11 am with a Legion service, with lunch and entertainment at noon and beyond. • We were saddened by the news of the passing of long time resident Joe Crane, who moved here from Ottawa many years ago. Joe was an avid golfer and will be missed by many. • Arden’s Royal Canadian Legion is hosting a Chicken BBQ Saturday August 22, 5 pm to 8 pm. Adults $10 pp and youth under 10 years $5. For more information please contact the Legion at 335-2737. • Every year Arden looks forward to the United Church’s annual auction and this year will be no exception. The sale will be held at the Kennebec Community Centre August 29. Breakfast of Peameal & Egg on a Bun will be served at 8 am, with the auction beginning at 10 am. Look for some unusual items this year, as always. Donations can be brought to the church the week prior to the sale.

Verona - continued from pg. 5 • Lake.) A couple of years ago his family gave Ken a camera. He’d always wanted to try to photograph as much of the nature in this area as he could manage. One of Ken’s framed photos is being raffled off at Nicole's Gifts, to raise funds for Tyler Parr's fund. • Bring your family & friends to celebrate the County's 150th Anniversary! This event will be held at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith from August 28 to 30. Admission & activities are FREE! Interested vendors can contact the Verona Community Association who are managing the vendors area. Contact Wayne Conway at 613-374-3807. Want to volunteer or get involved? Contact Dan Bell at 613539-5637 or bellwindowsiding@gmail.com or Pam Morey at moreyp@kos.net or 613372-1578. • Grandkids Kali and Parker wish a Happy Birthday to “Mema” Sherry Schonauer.

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AUTOMOTIVE KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. We sell cars for under $1990 safetied & E-tested, low kilometres. We change car doors, hoods, bumpers, trunk lids, $75 & up, parts & labour included. 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.

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

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

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

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

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TONI & J.P.’S FLEA MARKET, 6107 Hwy. 506 at Ardoch Rd. Something for everyone. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1-613479-0341

FOR RENT ALL INCLUSIVE 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT September 1st. 1072 Brock Rd. Mountain Grove. Upstairs Apartment. 3 bedrooms. 1 Living Room, 1 Bathroom, 1 Kitchen, Private Entrance, Shared Laundry Room. Includes Hydro. $1,000/month. Contact Victoria 613483-8678 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, heated; fridge and stove $500.00 month, first & last required. Available October 1st 2015, call 613336-9429

FOR SALE 1987 THUNDERCRAFT 17’ BOWRIDER with 115 Merc, very clean boat, new floor, new carpet, tonneau cover, and new high top cover. Asking $4500, make me an offer, 613-2793106 cell 613-583-2145 CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES Ask us about the new Edge. Call for more information. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca

“KING of APPLIANCES”

HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Harrowsmith, Firearms course: August 21-22; Hunter Ed: August 28-29. Wild Turkey license examinations. 613-335-2786; email billsee@ bell.net

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 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. HOMESTYLE WEDDINGS. Minister Judie Diamond helps design your ceremony and performs the marriage at location of your choice. 613-375-6772 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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NEW Shaw TV Promotion - 2 HD receivers for free after programming credit! No Credit Check. No Contract. Call 613-374-3305 for details. We are your full service dealer for both BELL TV and SHAW DIRECT Satellite.

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GARAGE /YARD SALES SPYGLASS COVE, Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 8am-7pm; Open Sunday 2pm-7pm. Summer bargains: 120 movies VHS for $20; porcelain dolls $2-$5 ea; all furniture half price.

FOUND CHILD’S MEDICAL ALERT BRACELET found at The Child Centre: allergic to Penicillin. Call Jan: 613-279-2244

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 OCCASIONAL COTTAGE CLEANERS NEEDED. Looking for reliable, flexible persons for occasional cottage cleaning. $12/hr. Fridays plus some days during the week for the summer & fall seasons. Own transportation required. Contact Rhoda Howes 613-375-6572 or 613-305-0306

WANTED TO BUY 700 SQUARE FEET OF ROUGH SAWN LUMBER Sharbot lake area, call 613-2908033 STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.

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Mazinaw-Lanark Forest Inc. to host forestry tour M by Jeff Green

azinaw Lanark Forest Incorporated is a corporation made up sawmill operators and loggers with an interest in the Crown Land Forest in North Frontenac, Addington Highlands and Lanark County. They supervise logging under a forest management plan with the Province of Ontario. Next week, on Friday August 21, they are offering a unique opportunity for members of the public to learn about forestry from Mazinaw-Lanark Forest members, some of who come from families who have been logging in the region for up to 150 years. They employ three distinct cutting techniques; selective cutting (40%), shelterwood (45%), and clear cutting (15% - followed by replanting) under a silviculture program that has been developed over many years and is adapted to the type of trees and the terrain they encounter in the region. The tour will be a hands-on event about forestry and forestry practices. Participants are encouraged to bring good foot wear, water, snacks, bug spray, etc. The tour leaves from the Mazinaw Lanark office in Cloyne (at the Barrie Hall-next to the Pioneer museum) and transportation through the bush will be provided. The tour leaves at 12 noon and returns at

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

All persons having claims against the Estate of ASTRID THONIGS, late of the Township of South Frontenac, in the County of Frontenac, who died on or about the 2nd day of September, 2014, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before the 12th day of September, 2015, after which the Estatewill be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice. DATED at Kingston, Ontario this 10th day of August, 2015. THOMSON & GOWSELL, LLP Barristers & Solicitors 863 Princess Street Suite 401 Kingston, ON K7L 5N4 Solicitors for the Estate Trustee

3:30 pm. For further information or to register, call Pat Duncan at 613-336-0816 (extension 221) or email pduncan@mlfi.org. Registration is limited, so contact them today.

Northern Frontenac Community Services Requires a

Youth Program Assistant The Youth Program Assistant provides various youth related programs throughout South, Central and North Frontenac under the leadership of the Youth Program Coordinator. This includes afterschool programs, youth dances, outings, special events and the Kids Fit Sports Program. This part time position is a minimum of 20 hours per week with additional hours, depending on funding. Requirements: • Child /Youth Worker or Recreation Diploma preferred • Experience/interest in facilitating sports programs • Two years of experience working with children six to sixteen year of age. • G driver license and access to vehicle • Current CPR and Basic First Aid Qualifications • Proven planning, organizational and implementation skills • Vulnerable screening police check • Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evenings and Saturdays Deadlines for applications: August 24th at noon

Monday

Applicants may email or fax a resumé to: The Child Centre Maribeth Scott, OEYC/Youth Manager 1004 Art Duffy Road, Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0 613-279-3355(fax) mbscott@frontenac.net

FORM 6 Municipal Act, 2001

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on the 27th day of August, 2015. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at 3:30 p.m. local time at the Municipal Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake, Ontario. Description of Lands: Roll No.10.39.030.010.43915; Part Lot 15, Concession 9, Kennebec, Part 15, Plan 13R157, Central Frontenac PIN 36167-0078(LT); (File No. 12986-204) MINIMUM TENDER - $2,710.90 Roll No. 10.39.010.030.03965 - Part of Lot 17, Concession 3, Kennebec, being Parts 4, 5 and 6, 13R7158, s/t and t/w FR628713, s/t execution 99-0000673, if enforceable; Central Frontenac PIN 36171-0084; (File No. 12986-236) MINIMUM TENDER - $30,522.44 Roll No. 10.39.010.030.03960 - Part of Lot 17, Concession 3, Kennebec, being Parts 1, 2 and 3, 13R7158, s/t and t/w FR628714, s/t execution 99-0000673, if enforceable; Central Frontenac PIN 36171-0085; (File No. 12986-237) MINIMUM TENDER - $32,269.63

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. The municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. The land does not include the mobile homes situate on the land, if applicable. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001, Chapter 25 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, the relevant land transfer tax and Harmonized Sales Tax, if applicable. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchasers. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender please visit ontariotaxsales.ca or contact: J. Michael McGovern, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street P.O. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0

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Northern Happenings Northern Happenings listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. 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.

Thursday August 13 LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB Pine View Free Methodist Church, Cloyne, 6:30pm, topic: attracting or dissuading wildlife, composting, naturalization OMPAH - FIDDLERS AND FRIENDS, community center, 7pm; $10; proceeds to the Community Centre; refreshments; info Marily 613-479-2855. SHARBOT LAKE - ROAST PORK DINNER, United Church, 4:30-6:30pm; $12; 6-12yrs $5; 5 & under free

Friday August 14 CLOYNE - MINI MAKER FAIRE 1pm, Barrie Hall, sponsored by the library, all ages; 3D printing, button making, duct tape art, Arduinos, MaKey MaKeys, Raspberry Pie CLOYNE – PUBLIC MEETING against wind turbines, 7pm, Barrie Hall; info: Alice: ali10madigan@gmail.com or www.bearat.org NORTHBROOK - OPEN MIC & POTLUCK Lions hall, potluck dinner 6pm, music 7-11pm, $6, entertainers $2, all welcome; 336-8142. SYDENHAM LIBRARY FAMILY STORYTIME, 10:30am, stories, songs, poetry, movement for all ages.

Saturday, August 15 BOLINGBROKE - COUNTRY MUSIC JAMBOREE & DANCE, ABC Hall, 2pm, BBQ Barbecue Chicken dinner at 5:30pm; $15pp at door; all musicians welcome FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets held every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach – Heritage Day; in Verona at Prince Charles Public School. All markets feature local fresh produce, crafts, baked goods & much more. HARTINGTON - SOUTH FRONTENAC MUSEUM official opening, 10am-2pm; 5595

Road 38, ribbon cutting 11am, all welcome KASHWAKAMAK LAKE ASSOCIATION annual BBQ, 11am–3pm, Fernleigh Lodge; Land O’Lakes Petting Zoo; face painting; games; arts & crafts; canoe regatta; swimming contests; all welcome; BBQ tickets & admission paid at door. www.kashwakamak.ca LAND O’ LAKES FISHING TOURNAMENT, Fish Hay Bay, Beaver Lake, or Big Gull Lake; tickets $35, avail. at www.TravelLandOLakes. com. info: Land o’Lakes Tourist Association, 613-336-8818; 1-800-840-4445 MATAWATCHAN COMMUNITY MARKET & YARD SALE, 9am-1pm; BBQ lunch supplied by hall. www.matawatchan.ca MOOKS FISHING DERBY in memory of Trevor Meeks, Skootamatta Lake, benefit for Camp Oochigeas (cancer camp for kids); info: meeksrs@gmail.com NORTHBROOK LEGION 90th birthday celebration, Lions hall, Legion Service 11am, $5 lunch at noon; “Big Clear Sound” performs SHARBOT LAKE FARMERS MARKET, 9am1pm; Tomahawk and knife throwing, vendors and throwers in heritage costume SHARBOT LAKE – SWIM OF HOPE by the Procter sisters, leaving Sharbot Lake Provincial Park 10am, arriving Oso Beach approx..11:30am; proceeds to Cancer Society; donate at http://convio.cancer.ca/goto/ hopeswim2015 SHARBOT LAKE – RAILWAY CABOOSE OPEN, Saturdays in July & August; 11am3pm, Railway Heritage Park, Elizabeth St. Free, all welcome TAY WATERSHED DISCOVERY DAY, 8am1pm, Perth Farmers’ Market; displays; presentations; cake; Paddling Puppeteers entertain; story time; kids’ activities; www.tayriver. org.

Sat & Sun August 15 – 16 SHARBOT LAKE - LIONS BOTTLE DRIVE Please note this date is incorrect; the correct date is Aug 29 & 30.

Sunday August 16 SHARBOT LAKE - ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 7pm; Evensong and Eucharist with guest vocalists

Monday August 17 ARDEN - KENNEBEC REC. COMMITTEE

meeting, community centre, 7pm; new members welcome ARDEN - VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, Please note: this event has been cancelled. PLEVNA – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Clar-Mill Hall, appointment: 613-279-3151.

Wednesday August 19 OMPAH - BIRTHDAY BASH & COMMUNITY POTLUCK, 5:30pm, community hall, games after, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE - PUPPET SHOW EXTRAVAGANZA 11am at Library, “Lost Little Owl” & “Who Wants a Hug”, free, all welcome

Thursday August 20 CLOYNE: SENIORS’ CO-ED SOFTBALL, Thursdays 9am, ball field, all skills welcome. Don 336-2452; Lauder 336-2998 NORTHERN FRONTENAC COMMUNITY SERVICES SUMMER BBQ, free; Oso Beach, Sharbot Lake 5-7pm; air castles, wagon rides, music, fun for whole family, all welcome; info: 279-2244 or 279-3151

Friday August 21 HARLOWE - OLD TYME FIDDLERS, 7:30pm, community hall, $6 non-members, $5 members, entertainers $2, lunch, prizes. All welcome 613-336-2557 PLEVNA – BINGO FUNDRAISER for ClarMill volunteer firefighters, 7-9pm, cash prizes, Clar-Mill hall PLEVNA STAR PARTY: LUNAR X VISIBLE. North Frontenac Star Gazing Pad; (rain date August 22); visit www.northfrontenac.com in case of cancellation or update; events start at dark; 5816 Road 506. SYDENHAM - CAMPFIRE CREW CHILDREN’S CONCERT at the Library, 10:30am, free admission

Fri – Sun August 21, 22 & 23 PARHAM FAIR. Musical talent, Midway, Horse Pull, Cattle Show, Lawnmower Races, Horticultural and Craft Displays, Oxen Rides, Wagon Rides, Critter Corral, Miniature Horse Show, Country Fair Games (egg toss, pie eating, log sawing, hay bale rolling, etc.); Demolition Derby. Fun for the whole family; $5 /day Fri & Sat; under 12 yrs free; $10 Sunday for Demolition Derby; info: www.parhamfair.ca.

Saturday August 22 ARDEN LEGION – CHICKEN BBQ, 5-8pm, $10; under 10 yrs. $5; info: 613-335-2737 BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK - OFAH TackleShare Program, 1-4pm; Amphithe-

atre & Bon Echo Creek. Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters teaches kids fishing, identification, water safety, etc.; fishing gear provided; park admission applies. www. BonEchoFriends.ca HARLOWE - OPEN MIKE & MUSIC JAM, 2-8pm, community centre, no admission fee, potluck supper, all welcome 613-336-2557 PLEVNA - NORTH FRONTENAC SPECIAL EVENTS DAY, Clar-Mill community hall, 10am North Frontenac War Memorial Grand Opening; Memorial Dedication to the late mayor, Bud Clayton; Official opening of the new playground, walking track and pavilion at the Clar-Mill Community Hall grounds – balloons, face painting & more; Essential Services Fair 11am-3pm, displays, public education, free popcorn, BBQ hot dogs, hamburgers for sale.

Sunday August 23 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, 1381 Westport Rd, audience $2; entertainers free; refreshments avail; info: Judy 374-2317, Wilhelmine 374-2614 MABERLY - FRAMEWORK - WORDS ON THE LAND at Fieldwork, 2501 Old Brooke Rd., 3pm; readings by 10 writers inspired by a weekend on the land; tickets $20 at writersfestival.org/events/spring-2015/frameworkwords-on-the-land

Monday August 24 SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.

Tuesday August 25 LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS meet 9am, Pineview Free Methodist Church, Cloyne; new quilters welcome; lolquilt@gmail.com

Saturday August 29 ELBOW LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTRE Invasive Species Community Seminar, 9am-3:30pm; free, registration by August 21 recommended: carolyn.bonta@ queensu.ca; 613-353-7968.

Regular Happenings AA & AL-ANON 41 GROUP - Cloyne Hall. Wednesdays 8 pm. All welcome. 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. CANCER PATIENTS requiring rides to treatments: call 613-384-2361 or 1-866-877-0309

Northbrook resident finally gets relief from chronic hives M arilyn Bolender is happier these days. After suffering for five years from a condition that can only be described as a maddening, she has found an experimental treatment that is working. The disorder she suffers from is not well known, and that is one of the reasons that she has come forward to talk about it after only letting family and close friends know about it for five years. The condition is called Chronic Ideopathic Urticaria (CIU). It is described by the website e-medicine as “not a single disease but a reaction pattern” that persists for longer than six months. In lay terms, it is hives or welts that can be as large as three to four inches across. They do not last longer than two hours before receding, but new ones occur regularly. Like many other skin lesions they are skin irritations and they tend to be itchy. “It is hard to describe the sensation,” said Bolender, who has now been hive free since March. She said that she had hives or welts all over her body, except on her face on an ongoing basis for five years. “Nothing worked at all. I went to allergists and skin doctors, and tried all kinds of antihistamines and other medications, but nothing touched it,” she said. Finally last year, she began to see a skin specialist in Peterborough, Dr. Melinda Gooderham, who concluded that in Marilyn's case there was no allergy involved. A trial for a drug called Xolair, originally developed as an asthma drug but later approved for use on skin disorders in the Unit-

ed States, was undergoing a trial in Ontario and Dr. Gooderham enrolled Bolender in the trial. “They started me on 150 units, which did not work, then upped me to 300, and that did not work either. When I was told that I was going to be dropped from the trial at that point, I just lost it. I didn't know what to do. Dr. Gooderham said to give her a bit of time, and eventually she convinced the company to put me on a larger dose, 450 units, and after a couple of injections it started to work.” The drug is expensive, but fortunately Bolender is covered under a drug plan that covers 80% of the cost, and the company that produces Xolair is covering 92% of the extra cost, leaving Bolender with a cost of $42 per month. “I'm very grateful to have found relief” she said, “and that is why I am coming forward now, since many people who suffer from CIU are unwilling to talk about it because they are embarrassed. But whether they receive the treatment that works for me or another form of treatment, it is important to be diagnosed and to start finding a way forward,” she said. The company that produces Xolair, Novalis, have put up a website about CIU, called “Itchingforanswers.ca” The website provides information about CIU and does not talk about Xolair. Instead it promotes the use of a new generation of oral antihistamines (Ni-AH) as a first treatment option. Xolair, which is expensive and carries a degree of risk, is prescribed only for those for whom anti-histamines are ineffective.

“Our main message is that people who suffer from CIU identify the disorder and seek effective treatment,” said Nick Williams, a communications consultant with Argyle Pub-

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lic Relations in Toronto, a company that has a healthcare and pharmaceuticals division. It was Williams who contacted the News about Marilyn Bolender's story.

Parham Fair coming up Aug. 21 - 23 P submitted by Parham Agricultural Society resident of the Parham Agricultural Society, Wendy Parliament, says interaction is the key principle behind this year’s version of the Parham Fair. “We wanted to plan an event where people young and old could enjoy trying their hand at farming activities.” Friday night’s opening ceremonies include the Hay Bale Rolling Contest and the Cattle Calling Contest. The whole family can get in on the Pet Show and the Best Dressed Cowboy or Cowgirl contests. Saturday is family day at the fair. Critter Corral will include ‘Moooonica’, a cow that teaches you how to milk her, from the Ontario Dairy Farmers. There will also be a children’s hay bale playground, lassoing games, horseshoe games, a giant cornfilled sandbox with farm toys, baby chicks and goats and a Petting Zoo of farm animals with free pony rides. Displays will encourage everyone to learn a little about today’s local farming practices. Extra seating in the shade will be provided to allow parents and grandparents to rest while the younger ones play in the Critter Corral barn. The afternoon will feature Country Fair Games for kids “of all ages” - the ever-pop-

ular egg toss, pie eating, log sawing and nail hammering, kids' races, shoe toss, and sack races. There is a “Unlimited Ride” program in effect for Saturday’s fair. Coupons for ride bracelets can be purchased at local stores. Check www.parhamfair.ca for details. The Exhibition Palace will feature displays of handiwork ranging from garden crops to works of art. Just outside the Palace the fair has added four new picnic tables for people to sit down with meals and treats. There will be spectator sports as well. Friday night features the Horse Pull, Saturday morning the Cattle Show and Saturday afternoon the Miniature Horse Show and Lawn Tractor Races. Sunday afternoon the Demolition Derby returns. There will be concerts featuring local talent both Friday and Saturday night. Friday night “Old Habits” opens the evening and “HD Supply” shuts down the midway. On Saturday night “One Busted Ego” warms things up for “Shawn McCullough”. This will be the Parham Fair’s 123rd year. For more than a century local volunteers have been working to highlight agriculture, horticulture and rural living in an event that brings the community together.

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County CAO shoots down alternative policing options I

n response to a request from North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins, Frontenac County Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Pender has produced a report into alternatives to OPP policing for Frontenac municipalities. At the end of his 15-page report, Pender recommended not spending any more time or money looking into the matter. “Our recommendation is that this report be received without further action …” reads the concluding sentence. He said earlier in the report that Council could consider sending an “Expression of Interest” to both the City of Kingston and City of Ottawa police forces to see if either or both are interested in bidding on the service. However, he also advised that if either of them were interested, the County would need to conduct a study to look at all factors related to changing from the OPP to a neighboring municipal force. That study would cost in the order of $20,000 in Pender's estimation, based on how much the City of Perth spent when they conducted a similar analysis in 2013, and Pender does not see any real benefit to spending that kind of money. All the information he was able to gather indicates that the cost of policing would go up substantially under a municipal force. After conducting their own analysis, the City of Perth disbanded their own force and opted for a policing contract with the OPP, which brought savings to Perth in the order of $900,000 per year. Pender also pointed out that municipal forces can only expand their service footprint in a contiguous manner, so in order for North Frontenac, for example, to make use of City of Kingston policing, both Central and South Frontenac would need to do the same, Earlier in the report, Pender dismissed

the idea of establishing an independent Frontenac County Police Force. “…There are significant barriers to entry,” he wrote, “including facilities, vehicles/equipment and communications. No attempt has been made to quantify those costs. Given start-up costs, the option to have a 'Frontenac Police Service' is not likely to be feasible.” Pender concludes that the best option for Frontenac County is to work through the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to “influence the reform of policing of Ontario in order to address increased costs to rural municipalities such as the four Frontenac Townships. The context for Pender's look at this issue is a significant increase in policing costs in all four townships that came from a provincially mandated change in municipal funding for the OPP. The new system was designed to make the funding system clear, when it had been anything but beforehand. It has resulted in large increases for rural and remote townships and decreases for towns such as Perth, Gananoque, and Smiths Falls. The system is being phased in until 2019, by which time all Frontenac Townships will have seen major increases. The total bill for Frontenac ratepayers will have risen from $3.7 million in 2014, the year before the phase in, to $5.6 million, an increase of almost almost 50%. The raise in North Frontenac is the most dramatic, from $227,976 in 2014 to $845,817 in 2019. Even then, North Frontenac ratepayers will be paying the lowest per household among Frontenac municipalities, at $203 per household. Central and South Frontenac ratepayers will both be paying around $300 per household at that time. One of the issues of concern to North Frontenac is the fact that the new funding

Invasive species community seminar at Elbow Lake P arty Crashers - Invasive Species - are bad news for our native plants. The Frontenac Stewardship Foundation has a plan to fight these party crashers, because invasive species are having a significant impact on the County of Frontenac’s natural biodiversity. The ecological effects of invasive species are often irreversible and, once established, invasive species are extremely difficult and costly to eradicate. On August 29, join the Invasive Species Community Seminar and learn how to combat the party crashers in your area. The Frontenac Stewardship Foundation and Queen’s University Biological Station are hosting this active learning day at the Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre, near Perth Road Village. The seminar is part of the Frontenac Stewardship 2015 Seminar Series. Sponsorship is generously provided by the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area. Provincial leaders from the Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry and Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters join reps from Queen's University, Nature Conservancy of Canada and Ducks Unlimited to present current policy, research and on-the-ground practices for combating invasive species, using case studies that emphasize local threats. Topics include: The risk of invasive species and preventing their spread; using

model considers all households in the same manner, not accounting for the fact that the majority of households in North Frontenac are seasonal residents, who are also paying policing costs where they reside for most of the year, and for the most part only require policing in North Frontenac in the summer

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months. Recently the Frontenac OPP, which is housed in Hartington, took over responsibility for the Sharbot Lake detachment, which serves Central and North Frontenac. Historically, Sharbot Lake had been a satellite of the Lanark Detachment.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NOTICE OF STUDY- HARROWSMITH The Township through their consultant, AECOM, is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study to examine the opportunity to improve traffic operations at the intersection of Road 38 and Wilton Rd, Colebrook Rd and Ottawa St and the intersection of Harrowsmith Rd and Road 38. For more details on this study see the township website under “News and Public Notices”

NEW OFF ROAD VEHICLE BY-LAW Council has passed By-law 2015-40, to regulate the operation of off road vehicles. The new by-law reflects the changes made by the Province which expands the type of off road vehicles and all-terrain vehicles allowed on provincial highways and municipal roads. To view the by-law see the township website at Townhall/By-laws.

NEW NOISE BY-LAW Council has passed By-law 2015-41, to regulate noise within the township. The new bylaw includes the discharge of fireworks within the township. To view the by-law see the township website at Townhall/By-laws.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED COUNTY OF FRONTENAC’S 150TH ANNIVERSARY Volunteers are needed for the County of Frontenac’s 150th Anniversary celebration to be held August 29 to 30 at Centennial Park, Harrowsmith. Volunteer positions include parking attendants, canteen, program distribution. Call 613-372-1910.

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research to guide policy and best practices; the Rapid Response Program; and Invasive species strategy, monitoring and active control in the Frontenac Arch Natural Area. Species of particular concern for our area include: wild parsnip, dog-strangling vine, zebra mussels, European frogbit, European buckthorn and garlic mustard. A tour of the Elbow Lake property will showcase the garlic mustard, dog-strangling vine and European buckthorn management areas. Learn how to identify local invasive plants at various stages, understand why these species are so invasive, and practise some recommended management strategies. Find out how you can help monitor the spread of invasive plants at a broader scale using Citizen Science programs. The Invasive Species Community Seminar takes place on Saturday, August 29 from 9am to 3:30pm at the Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre near Perth Road Village in South Frontenac Township. All are welcome; there is no charge for admission, but space is limited, so advance registration by Friday, Aug. 21, is recommended. Overnight accommodation is available on-site for a nominal fee. To register or for more information, contact carolyn.bonta@queensu.ca or 613-353-7968. Also visit www.elbowlakecentre.ca.

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The Point Football Field will be taken out of service on August 4, 2015 for Drainage Improvements and Field Rehabilitation. The field will be out of service until September 2016.

GRAND OPENING – SOUTH FRONTENAC MUSEUM 5595 Road 38, Hartington Join us on August 15, 2015 from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon for the grand opening of the South Frontenac Museum with ribbon cutting and light refreshments at 11:00 am. Hope to see you there!

WEIGH SCALES at PORTLAND WASTE DISPOSAL SITE (Hours of Operation – Wednesday and Saturday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) The scales will become operational as of July 15th, 2015. The weighed rates of nonhousehold garbage can be found on the reverse of your new Recycle calendar, our website and at the gate. Residents can still take tires, brush, metal and flattened cardboard to the landfill for no charge. Shingles are only permitted at the Portland site. ITEM

COST

Garbage Weight KG COST

Tires

Free

0-200 Kg

$20.00

Grass/Ashes

Free – Must Debag

201-300Kg

$33.00

Residential Brush

Free – up to 6” in diameter

301-400 Kg

$44.00

Metal

Free

401-500 Kg

$55.00

More than 500Kg

Prorated at $110.00 per 1000 kg/tonne

Flattened Cardboard Free

Hazardous Waste and Appliances Not Accepted Disposal of the free items listed above are intended for residents who deliver material themselves. Commercial businesses will be charged for yard waste.

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 be 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

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT The Depot will be open every Thursday from 3 – 8 pm. See our website under ‘Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling’ for a listing of what is accepted or call 613-376-3900 Ext 4330.

COUNCIL MEETINGS The next regular Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 7:00 pm. 4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0 1-800-559-5862

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ederal party leaders vying for Canada's top job in the upcoming October 2015 federal election are rarely known to make campaign stops in the hinterlands of eastern Ontario's federal ridings, but that was not the case for NDP leader, Thomas Mulcair, whose campaign bus arrived at the Crystal Place in Perth on Friday August 7. It was standing room only as close to 300 supporters packed the venue early Friday evening to greet Mulcair, who was introduced by Perth Mayor, John Fenik. Fenik, a former Liberal, recently crossed over to the federal NDP party and is now running as the federal NDP candidate in the new riding of Lanark Frontenac and Kingston. He introduced Mulcair as “the next prime minister of Canada” and the party leader with “the courage to stand up to Stephen Harper and the courage to win.” Fenik said that Mulcair has “demonstrated over and over again that he is a leader with a plan to get Canada back on track.” Mulcair then entered the building to thunderous applause. He thanked the crowd for their “incredible energy” and said that what he and his crew have heard most often when traveling the country is: “People want change”. He was quick to call out Prime Minister Harper's job creation record as “the worst since the Second World War”

and called his economic growth record as “the worst since the great recession of the 1920's”. He said, “Clearly Mr. Harper, your plan is not working.” Mulcair then outlined some of his party's plans, which include scrapping Harper's income splitting scheme, which Mulcair said would only benefit 15% of some of the country's richest families. He said that Ontario families are spending as much as $2000/per month on child care and spoke of his plans to invest in a nation-wide program that will offer one million $15/day quality child care spaces across Canada. He said, “ffordable quality child care is just one election away”. He promised to maintain the retirement age at 65, and outlined his plans for 100,000 lowpaid workers under federal jurisdiction, who would see their wages increased to $15/hour. Mulcair said that three-term Perth Mayor (on leave during the election) John Fenik is “an extraordinary NDP candidate”. He finished his speech by citing the party campaign slogan, “Let's work together”, recalling the party's success in 2011 in Quebec under Jack Layton, which spread to Alberta in May of this year. Following his speech, Mulcair posed for photos, signed autographs and spoke with supporters as he made his way back to his campaign bus. There he took questions from local media, and when asked

SAVE THE DATE – AUGUST 22, 2015 – CLARͲMILL COMMUNITY HALL GROUNDS

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Federal NDP leader Thomas Mulcair addressed over 300 supporters at Perth's Crystal Palace on August 7. how an NDP government would help farmers Harper, which is giving tens of billions of in the area, Mulcair said that farmers under dollars in tax reductions to Canada's largest supply management are “extremely worried corporations, we will concentrate our efforts about the current TPP negotiations” and that on the small and medium-sized businesses his party would “defend supply management and give them a tax break to help them create the new jobs that we so dearly need in tooth and nail.” To another question concerning jobs in this country.” Mulcair said that his party has “a clear plan smaller areas like Perth, Mulcair answered, “We know that 80% of new jobs in Canada to kick start the economy” by “also investing are created by small and medium-sized in infrastructure with municipal and regional businesses, so instead of taking the same governments in regions like this one.” approach as Justin Trudeau and Stephen

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Celebrate! AUGUST 28-30

GRAND OPENING NORTH FRONTENAC

Frontenac County’s 150th Anniversary

WAR MEMORIAL

Centennial Park, Harrowsmith Activities Include:

JOIN US FOR THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE NEW PLAYGROUND, WALKING TRACK AND PAVILLION AT THE CLAR-MILL COMMUNITY HALL GROUNDS – BALLOONS, FACEPAINTING AND SO MUCH MORE!!!

11:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. NORTH FRONTENAC ESSENTIAL SERVICES FAIR SPONSORED BY THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC ‘S COMMUNITY POLICING ADVISORY COMMITTEE SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2015 Ͳ 11:00 AM TO 3:00 PM CLARͲMILL COMMUNITY HALL FREE ADMISSION

Opening Ceremony • Beer Tent • Midway Rides Live Entertainment • Fireworks • Family Movie • Canteen IceStock Curling Demo • Parade • Plowing Match BBQ & Food Trucks • Bouncy Castles • Magic Show Children’s Train Rides • Petting Zoo • Mini Putt • Vendors Heritage & Community Displays • Bingo Strong Man Competition • Historical Re-enactment Saturday night Heritage Costume Ball with Soul Survivors (fee) Sunday morning Brunch • Closing Ceremony

Interested in registering as a vendor or volunteering for the weekend? Contact Pam: moreyp@kos.net 613-372-1578 North Frontenac Community Services

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BBQ Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and Beverages for Sale – FREE POPCORN Fire Department Public Education Handouts OPP Display – Canine Unit and S.A.V.E. Unit if available County of Frontenac 150th Anniversary Land O’ Lakes Community Services KFL&A Public Health Displays Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority – Displays and Public Education Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

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FREE Admission & Activities! www.FrontenacCounty.ca/150 Supported by Building Communities Through Arts & Heritage Program, Department of Canadian Heritage & Frontenac CFDC.