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June 8, 2017 Vol. 17, No. 222

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risk, including peregrine falcon (anatum subspecies) (special concern), gray ratsnake (Great Lakes / St. Lawrence population) (threatened), Blanding’s turtle (endangered) and eastern milksnake (special concern). These conservation projects were supported by funding from the Government of Canada through the Natural Areas Conservation Program, which was matched by contributions from individuals, foundations, cottagers’ associations and corporations. The NCC has now protected 1,895 hectares (4,684 acres) in the Frontenac Arch. NCC is currently raising funds to acquire additional key properties in the Arch. “The Frontenac Arch is a beautiful and unique region of Ontario, and it’s critical that we strive to conserve its biodiversity, not just for wildlife, but for the benefit of current and future generations,” said James Duncan, NCC’s regional vice-president, Ontario. The NCC holdings complement other protected properties in Frontenac County and Addington Highlands, including: Frontenac Park, lands surrounding Elbow and Opinicon Lakes, Meisel Woods on Crow Lake, and Frontenac Parklands and Bon Echo Park to the north and west. One of the much anticipated outcomes of the Algonquin Land Claim will be the creation of a large new protected Provincial Wilderness Park surrounding Crotch Lake in

Special edition for Canada Day

he Frontenac News publishes a Canada Day edition each year to help publicise all the events that take place on and around Canada Day in the various communities we serve in our paper and online versions. It is our way to kick off the summer season. The summer of ‘17 is shaping up to be extra busy since it is the summer of Canada 150 and in our June 29th edition, as well as on Frontenac-Live.ca we are featuring a comprehensive guide of events on July 1st and throughout the summer season. We are reaching out to groups, organisations and businesses who are planning events this summer so they can be included in this edition through our normal means, but it is hard to get in touch with everyone. So if you are part of an event and want to tell the world all about it, email us at info@frontenacnews.ca

with all the details, even an image if you have one. We have special ad rates for that edition as well for extra promotion. If you want to know where and when there is band playing, a run happening, or fireworks firing this summer, look for the June 29 issues in your mailbox, store shelf or favourite digital platform.

The Arden Kids Club held a Carnival last week at Kennebec Hall, with plenty of games for kids and families, along with a free barbecue. Photo/Craig Bakay

South Frontenac names a new road after Bill Robinson by Craig Bakay

outh Frontenac Council voted to name a new road after former Councillor Bill Robinson at its regular meeting Tuesday night in Sydenham. The road, which is part of the project to re-configure the intersection of Road 38, Colebrooke Road, Wilton Road and Ottawa Street in the hamlet of Harrowsmith, where Robinson was a long-time resident, is bounded by the K & P Trail and will connect Colebrooke and Wilton Roads west of Road 38. There had been one letter suggesting the new road be named 150th Way but Councillor Brad Barbeau, who replaced Robinson suggested that a little park that will also be created as part of the intersection re-configuration, might be named 150th Park instead. “That way we’d have Centennial Park at one end of Harrowsmith and 150th Park at the other,” Barbeau said. “The park likely won’t be done on Canada’s birthday but OK,” said Mayor Ron Vandewal. Coun. John McDougall, Robinson’s fellow Portland representative, said the road naming was appropriate. “Not only did he get a lot of community support but he was a Korean War veteran,” McDougall said. “This is recognition for all he contributed.” Robinson was South Frontenac’s longest serving municipal politician when he died in office late last year.

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in a Public Health Ontario brief, the effects of Clearview are specific to plants resulting in low toxicity to non-target species. “This does not appear to pose a significant risk to human, animal or pollinator health.” Coun. Ross Sutherland said he’d like to see the parsnip plants cut down and over-planted with something the parsnip can’t grow back through. Coun. Alan Revill said: “we have to do something because this is a nasty weed and there are some liability issues. “Also, this stuff is growing in some areas where we don’t have the equipment with enough reach to mow it.” Sutherland said he’d like to see a long-term plan for dealing with noxious weeds. “Our long-term plan will change soon enough,” said Mayor Ron Vandewal. “I’m already getting emails on pragmites.” Planning to plan Council approved Coun. Ross Sutherland’s motion to have the manager of development services provide a report on the process for monitoring and final approval of conditions on subdivision developments. “My only concern is that I don’t want to be micro managed with this,” said Mayor Ron Vandewal. “I don’t want this to come up every time a councilor gets a call on a project and I’m afraid that’s where we’re headed.”

SF has lowest rate of taxes among his clients, auditor says “I think it’s fair to say when looking at the numbers, that 2016 was a good year for South Frontenac,” auditor Howard Allan, of Allan and Partners LLP told Council. “We had a couple of meetings with (CAO/ Clerk) Wayne Orr and (Treasurer) Louise Fragnito but they were on minor housekeeping matters. “I think you’re in good hands.” Allan noted that “a budgeted $700,000 surplus turned out to be around $1 million more than that” as revenues were more than budgeted for and expenses were less. “We look after many municipalities in Ontario and this one has the lowest rate of taxation,” he said. “We’ve had prudent financial management but we’ve been completely unsuccessful at securing grants,” said Coun. Ron Sleeth. Wild parsnip spaying – township to switch to Clearview Council approved Public Works Manager Mark Segsworth’s plan to spray for wild parsnip. Segsworth said the areas to be sprayed are the same as last year but “if anybody comes out and tells us to ‘stop spraying that stuff around here’ we’ll stop.” He said they’ll be trying a new herbicide this year. “Based on our recent investigations, Clearview appears to be a more effective way to manage invasive species within the roadside,” Segsworth said. “As stated

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"... And I wear my sunglasses at night So I can So I can ... See the light that's right before my eyes" - Cory Hart - members of council from all four Frontenac Townships donned #InFrontenac sunglasses at a meeting at the Lion's Hall in Verona last Wednesday (May 31) demonstrating that they are all good sports, or that they sometimes Find Your Council

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ost of them are there somewhere, behind their new #INFRONTENAC sunglasses. The Councils of all four Townships attended at a special Committee of the Whole meeting at Verona Lions’ Hall last Wednesday night (May 31), to hear two presentations from the County of Frontenac. Consultant Terry Gervais reported on behalf of the In-Field Communications Committee, established last November. Made up of the township Fire Chiefs and Public Works Managers, the group was tasked with first tracking and recording gaps in communications, incidents of equipment failure and dispatch problems, then developing a protocol to build a standard means of communication across all fire departments (e.g. radio use training, using consistent terminology). Secondly, they assessed the current radio system: both tower infrastructure and user gear, making recommendations re upgrading, replacement, and standardization and the associated costs and timelines. The current estimated costs (new simulcast system with three additional towers, fencing, backup generators and (eventually) updating (all) user gear, would run between $2,075,000 and $2,575,000. Other options being considered are leasing the tower infrastructure and user gear, or exploring partnerships with neighbouring municipalities. Gervais said that once final recommendations are made and approved, a new system could be implemented within a year, pending financing. The second presentation, given by Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development and Alison Vandervelde, Community Development Officer, focused creating the conditions for economic development that will be appropriate to the resources and local interests of Frontenac County. t rn No Bu d, ey! oo n W Mo

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erhaps North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins said it best himself: “It doesn’t look like this will be going through.” It wasn’t exactly an admission of defeat, more an acceptance of reality, but being that Higgins was the driving force behind changing the wards and subsequent representation on Council, it would certainly seem that the status quo will be what the Township carries into the 2018 elections. Higgins was speaking at a special meeting of Council last Saturday at Clar-Mill Hall in Plevna, to consider revamping the make-up of Council as well as waste disposal/recycling options. At the Nov. 4, 2016 Council meeting, Higgins presented proposed changes which would feature elimination of the ward system as well as the reduction of bodies on Council to five from the current seven. The new Council would feature a Mayor, Deputy Mayor and three Councilors, all elected at large. That didn’t fly but Council did agree to look at combining Wards 2 and 3, as well as reducing the number of councilors.

SINCE 1970 This time, they invited the public to comment. And comment they did: • “Who’s complaining? I don’t know of any problems the proposal is solving.” • “I like the wisdom of seven people as opposed to five.” • “I like the diversity of opinion.” But perhaps it was Leonard Emery’s observation that changing the wards could easily create an east-west split in votes, leaving the Mayor to cast the deciding vote and thus increase the power of the Mayor’s office that had the most impact. “I hadn’t thought of that before,” said Higgins. But it wasn’t only the public who opposed the proposed plan. Coun. Wayne Good was absent from the meeting but the rest of Council was pretty unanimous in being against the changes. “What I see, when there are fewer people doing the work, that’s an increased workload and sooner or later they’re going to vote themselves a raise,” said Coun. Denis Be-

dard. “Proportional representation could split the Township in half,” said Coun. Vern Hermer. “I voted (to bring the proposal to the table) not because I agree with it, but because I believe it should be discussed,” said Coun. John Inglis. Coun. Gerry Martin said the Council meetings are only a part of the workload. There are a lot of committee meetings and lake association meetings to be prepared for and attended. Dep. Mayor Fred Perry concurred. “Summer is ugly,” Perry said. “You get up and you read emails.

was interested to read last week's piece on the OPP initiative to "Share the Road" and the chilling statistics that 94 pedestrians were killed and 3,523 were injured in Ontario in 2014. I'm a senior, and I walk my dog along the local road twice a day, usually trying to deal with the constant stream of roadside litter. (Sadly I can't walk in my back woods anymore because the ticks have now become so bad.) There are a few of us who enjoy walking the local roads, alone or with our dogs or young children. That's a good thing, because rates of obesity are much higher in rural areas, and walking is a cheap and effective way to keep fit and to reduce medical costs, which everyone pays for. Unfortunately, it can be a frequently unnerving experience to have a car pass you 4 feet away doing 80 kph, 100 kph and sometimes even more. Some drivers seem to enjoy playing chicken, approaching you at speed and only moving over when they're perhaps 20 feet away, and then not even moving completely into the other lane. As I said, unnerving. Last year, the posted speed on most of these roads was reduced by the township to 60 kph, but that has made almost no difference. In fact, I'm often passed by cars doing well over the speed limit when I'm standing right beside one of the 60 kph signs. I have to wonder why we even have

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• Top off your afternoon with a calming horse drawn wagon ride around the Village. There will be a guided tour of the Hamlet conducted by the Matson Family. Some points of interest may be the Matson Mile, Pykes Peak, the various Artisan locations and many more places with history pertaining to the Village. • Go home, rest and change and return for the Wesleyan Church’s famous roast beef supper. As with all fundraising dinners hosted by the church, this is a free will offering. As anyone who has attended one of the church’s dinners, know that there is plenty of food and lots of yummy desserts. Come out and complete your busy day; a day of no cooking. Another chance to enter your ballot for the “train set” as well. • But there is no resting allowed this weekend as there is a scheduled Gospel sing at the Bandstand at the Park on Sunday June 18, with thoughts of a BBQ as well. That evening Big Clear Sound, and Friends will be holding a concert at the hall with the doors opening at 5:45 pm. There will be a variety of local artists performing Canadian tunes and/or their own music. As everyone knows Arden has many talented musicians and this is your opportunity to hear them. This is a free concert, but a donation jar will be available, for each artist. There will also be a limited canteen and for sure, a dance floor. • The concert is the last “150” event of the weekend but there are many more this summer. If you are on Facebook, check out the Kennebec Recreation Committee’s FB page for up and coming events or pictures of past events. Poster are also posted at the Community Centre, the Community Notice board, the Canteen at the Rec Park and the Post Office. This little community may not have a bank or thriving businesses but it sure is a community with many interesting events and lots of varied participation. Come on out and join in!!

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• The Garden Club is presenting Elizabeth Churcher on June 8th . Come out to Pineview Free Methodist Church at 7:00p.m. and hear Elizabeth share her expertise on the topic of “Makeovers for tired Gardens & tired Gardeners.” • The Mazinaw Lakeside Resort is five years old! They want to celebrate! All are welcome to come out on Saturday, June 10th from 4p.m. to 11p.m. and sing and dance to the music of Rick Storms. • The Land O’Lakes Community Services needs your help in assessing the needs of our community. The Survey has arrived in the mail and the community is asked to fill it in and return it to any of the addresses noted on the back. Get it in by June 16th to have your name put into a draw for a $50.00 gift card. • The Mazinaw Lake Swim Program is now accepting registrations for this year (July 3rd to the 28th.) This program is open to all children and not just those who live in our community, we welcome visitors & cottagers to sign up too. For more information please contact Mary Kelly 613-336-6806. • C.O.F.A. (Conservationists of Frontenac Addington) invite the community to their Annual General Meeting this Saturday, June 10th at the Barrie Community Hall in Cloyne beginning at 1:00p.m. Come out and meet your neighbours, members,

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• This Sunday is St. Luke’s United ChurchAnnual Memorial Service at 10:30am. The Vennachar Cemetery Memorial Service is also this Sunday, beginning at 2pm at Vennachar Free Methodist. Another shipment of Vimy: Letters From the Front by William McNaught has arrived at the Denbigh Library. Buy a copy and help support the Denbigh-Griffith Lions Club. The next Kids library night is Wednesday, June 14th from 6-7pm. You can also get the kids involved with the 2017 TD Summer Reading Program that will run every Tuesday from 6pm-7pm, starting July 4th. This year’s theme is “Canada”. Drop by the library and sign up! • A reminder that Good Food Box pick up is Thursday, June 15th, 2-5pm at Vennachar Free Methodist. Info Angela 333 1901. • St. Paul’s Lutheran Church invites you to the Annual Memorial Service on Sunday, June 25th, at 2pm, with a luncheon to follow. • Where are you planning to be this July 1st to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday? Denbigh Recreation has a party planned! Look for details here in next week’s column!

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• Perth Road United Church is having a Fish Fry, June 9 from 5-7pm. Mundell’s New Zealand Cod, fries, pie and more. Adults $15, Youth (6-12) $7. For information call 353-1690. • Grandmother’s by the Lake are hosting a Walk on June 17 beginning at 11am. All participants will meet at Sydenham Foodland. Donations will go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation to help support children orphaned by AIDS/HIV. • Canada Day is fast approaching and the Harrowsmith S and A Club are looking for volunteers to help make the day a success. If you can help out, even for an hour, please contact Marilyn at 613-372-0917. • Words to live by: If something doesn’t challenge you it won’t change you. Have a great week.

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• Great to see so many of our summer folks back home for the summer after a time “away” in the warmer Southern climates. It looks like a rainy summer is promised. • Folks are refreshing grave flowers at the Henderson United Church Cemetery in preparation for the Sun. June 18 annual service of remembrance at 2:00 on site at the cemetery. Chairs will be provided and if it rains the service will be held inside the church. Special thanks to the cemetery grass cutters and all who help out. All welcome. • Henderson United Church is gearing up for their Mammoth Canada Day annual yard sale on Fri. June 30 and Sat. July 1- from 8:00 until 12:00 noon at the Henderson Hall. It’s all in aid of the little white church on the corner to help their ministry projects, increasing hydro bills, aging windows, outreach, missions and service to the community and area. So, please start sorting and watch for further details of when, toward the end of the month the hall will be open to receive your gently used items. Until then, we regret there is no storage place anywhere.

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• On July 1st The Maberly Agricultural Society presents the annual “Pie in the Sky” event at the Maberly Fairgrounds 8 am – 1 pm, 4884 Bolingbroke Rd. Fresh home-made pies will be for sale. If you’re willing to donate a pie or two of your favourite, give Anne Thomlison a call at 613-273-5069. Pies will be needed early Saturday morning July 1. • In addition to the pie sale, Fred Barrett & Bob Hillier, local members of the Royal Astronomical Society will set up a special solar telescope that shows solar flares and sunspots in detail. You can look through the telescope and see the sun! Great viewing for adults and children alike. There will be a country market where you can buy or sell plants, fresh vegetables, antiques and rummage sale treasures. A snack bar and: hot coffee will be available. Free admission & parking, wheel chair accessible Phone: Anne at 613-273-5069 for more information. Vendor market space available, outdoors ($10.00) Donations welcome. Proceeds to the Maberly Fair. Why not join the Agricultural Society at the same time? Only $5.00 buys you a membership for the year. Check out our new website: maberly-fair.ca • Tay Valley Township (TV) asked Lanark County to refrain from spraying county roadsides within Tay Valley with pesticides. County councillors voted down Tay Valley’s request. That means County Rd. 36 (Bolingbroke Rd.) will be sprayed with pesticide. There is an exception, however. Landowners, and friends and families of County Road 36 have joined forces with the two Lake Associations; Little Silver Lake & Rainbow Lake to adopt that portion of County Road 36 from Highway 7 south to the train bridge in order to protect it. There will be no spraying of this section. It also means that volunteers will be expected to help keep the roadside ditches cut, and litter picked up. At places where there are deep ditches, the County will continue to cut.Tay Valley will not be spraying their own township roadsides. The County won’t do anything about ticks, but oh my gosh a wild weed grows in the ditch where nobody has a picnic, and they want to destroy our well water for generations to come. • Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra – Call for Instruments – Seeking a piano player to join the Orchestra. They are also looking for electric bass and viola players. Also, this September the Orchestra will be starting a new beginner class. If you have ever thought of trying the fiddle, this will be an excellent opportunity. Instruments are available to rent at a nominal fee. For more information contact Cindy McCall cindy.fiddlemusic.mccall@gmail.com • If you see a large crowd at the Maberly Fairgrounds this Saturday, rest assured you are not missing a community event. The Ross-Griffin family will be holding their family reunion there. Lets hope the weather treats them well.

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• Back Forty Cheese has its season opening special event on Saturday June 24, from 10am-4pm. Featuring local beer and wine, BBQ, live music, fresh free samples, factory tour. Free admission. 1406 Gulley RD, Mississippi Station. All welcome. • A big crowd at Coffee break Friday morning. Host and hostess were Kip and Esther Tuckwell with lots of coffee and goodies. Thank you Yves for the rhubarb. It was delicious. The next social supper at Snow Road Hall is June 14th at 5:30pm. • The next Music Night at Snow Road Hall is June 29 from 7-9pm. “The Old Habits” will be performing. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. 1/2 price lite lunch. For tickets call Yves, 613-278-1371. • Get well wishes to Geri Frechette and June Conroy. • Joelle Hubner-Mclean is launching her new YA book: Corvus and me: The Indigenous Spirit. In the middle of July. Email Joellemclean@sympatico.ca to order a copy or go to the Book Nook in Perth in July. • On Sunday June 25th @11am we celebrate the 171st anniversary of the Elphin Church. The guest worship leader will be Rev. Bob Hill. Lunch will follow the service. All are welcome. At 2pm service will be held at the Crawford Cemetery led by the Rev Bob Hill. • The Snow Road Community Centre re-opening will be happening on Saturday June 17th at 1:30pm. Please be our guest as we celebrate our past and our future. Light refreshments. All welcome. Back Forty Cheese has its season opening special event on Saturday June 24, from 10am-4pm. Featuring local beer and wine, BBQ, live music, fresh free samples, factory tour. Free admission. 1406 Gulley RD, Mississippi Station. All welcome. • A big crowd at Coffee break Friday morning. Host and hostess were Kip and Esther Tuckwell with lots of coffee and goodies. Thank you Yves for the rhubarb. It was delicious. The next social supper at Snow Road Hall is June 14th at 5:30pm. • The next Music Night at Snow Road Hall is June 29 from 7-9pm. “The Old Habits” will be performing. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. 1/2 price lite lunch. For tickets call Yves, 613-278-1371. • Get well wishes to Geri Frechette and June Conroy. • Joelle Hubner-Mclean is launching her new YA book: Corvus and me: The Indigenous Spirit. In the middle of July. Email Joellemclean@sympatico.ca to order a copy or go to the Book Nook in Perth in July. • On Sunday June 25th @11am we celebrate the 171st anni-

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• Our deepest sympathy to Rev Vernon Scott and his family at the passing of his son, Bradley; the family of Phyllis Allen, beloved wife of the late Sid Allen; also to the family of Micheal Teal who tragically died. • Happy birthday to Christine Green, Judy Meeks, Robert Stacey, Roger Tryon, Chase Matson, Betty Matson, Robert Warren, David Aly, Angela Hart, Jim Gray, Brittany Knott, Wayne Gray, June St. Pierre, Dan Scott, Wyn Sargeant, Julie Rose, Joanne Brownrigg, Mary Ann Freeman, Beverley Ruttan. Happy Anniversary to Doug and Edith Bridgen, Tom and June Hughes, Norman and Marg Whan, Howard and Joan Fellows, Damon and Leslie Pickard, Jerry and Margery Teal - 50 years, and Harold and Doreen Warren. • On June 17 the Sharbot Lake and District Lions Club will have an “All you can Eat breakfast” 8am-11am 7$. Proceeds towards Granite Ridge High School bursaries. Come and support the Lions. • The last ‘Coffee Hour’ will be June 13, Tuesday morning 10am-11:30am at Parham Free Methodist Church. Come and enjoy the conversation. • The family of Dave Hartwick held a birthday party for him to celebrate his 65 years. All the best Dave. • On June 10 the Mountain Grove United Church will hold a BBQ with steaks 15$ and burgers 10$ with all the trimmings. First sitting 5pm and the second is 6pm. Phone to reserve to Judy 613-279-5673 or Helen at 613-335-2700. • On May 27 the guest gospel entertainers were Mark and Sharon Alton at Parham Free Methodist Church. • On June 3 at Portland Community Church in Hartington many people enjoyed the gospel music of Linda King, the Warrens, and Mike Mundell, great songs and music. Mark Alton was the MC. Pastor Marilyn Craig thanked everyone for coming. Refreshments were served later. • We welcomed Sarah Hale as the worship leader to the pastoral charge on Sunday, June 4. Golden Rule for living is: If you break it, admit it .

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by Jeff Green ast September, Central Frontenac Council became aware that there was no provision for approving Chip Truck’s (aka refreshment vehicles) in the township bylaws. The matter came up because a chip truck had opened on Hwy. 7 near Road 509, and the township had not been informed and had no way of determining if it had health unit approval or if the business was licensed in any way. Although that business was quickly closed down, an issue had surfaced. With long established Chip Trucks being in place at the Godfrey General Store, Jossy’s at Hwy. 7 and 38 and Tim’s Mobile Catering doing business at various locations for special events, Council recognised that they needed to come up with something. A “refreshment vehicle” bylaw was prepared and came before Council on April 11 for preliminary consideration. A public meeting was to follow and then the bylaw would be back before Council for adoption, as early as this month. Jossy Harpell was in the audience at that April 11 meeting, as was Rachel Scott, who was in negotiations to purchase Jossy’s business but the deal had not been finalised because she was unsure what the new bylaw would do to her prospects for opening in the spring. At the meeting, the bylaw was deferred, but Scott felt that two of her questions had been addressed, one being that she would be able to remain in business, and the second that another Chip Truck would not be able to open up within a short distance of hers. “During the meeting [Councilor] Jamie Riddell made an excellent point, he had mentioned that the township should not discourage the three current businesses that are pre-existing and suggested they be

grandfathered in. When I left the meeting I felt confident, as it was also my understanding from the meeting that there were no new chip trucks allowed to open until they sorted out the bylaw and that pre-existing trucks could open without issue. Jocelyn and Bill who also attended with myself were under the same understanding,” Scott said in an email to the Frontenac News this week. The draft bylaw was to be the subject of a public meeting in May, but that meeting has been deferred. The Chief Building Official (CBO) Jeremy Neven, who prepared the bylaw, has departed for New Zealand and the new CBO, Shawn Merriman has inherited the file. Late last last week Scott noticed that a trailer from the Spud Box was parked in a lot at the southeast corner of the junction between Hwy. 7 and Road 38, next to the building where Steve Duggan’s law office and the Sharbot Lake Veterinary clinic are located. Until recently, the Spud Box had been located at Hwy. 41 and Hwy. 7 in Kaladar, but the building on that lot is being torn down this summer and the Spud Box has pulled out. Scott then emailed Central Frontenac’s new Chief Building Official Shawn Merriman asking him what was going on. “At this point the other truck [Spud Box] is preparing for the eventuality that he will be allowed to open. I am bringing a report to Council to see if there is any wish to allow a permission to operate prior to the passing of the bylaw by using such options as security deposits, amenity agreements etc,” Merriman said in an email response to Scott. She was surprised by this response, because she understood that new trucks were not to be approved until the new bylaw was in place. When contacted, Councillor Riddell said that Council had decided that since the new

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The Spud Box at Hwy 7 and 38 bylaw is not ready, they should not be discouraging new businesses and would not be putting up restrictions. “If they can get approval from all the other authorities involved, the Health Unit, the Ministry of Transportation, etc. then we will just charge a fee and let them open,” he said in a phone interview. Based on what Shawn Merriman said in his email, it appears that approving the new Spud Box is not quite a done deal until his report is brought before Council, likely at the June 13 meeting. If is approved at that time, then the Spud Box owners will be the beneficiaries of fortuitous timing, because the new bylaw would likely have stopped them in their tracks. It says that “no portion of the designated area [for a refreshment vehicle] shall be located on a highway or part thereof” and it also says that “the designated area shall not be located within 500 meters of a business establishment(s) or another designated area in which similar products are sold; unless there is written consent from the permanent business establishment(s)”.

The proposed Spud Box is located on Hwy.7 and there are 2 permanent food businesses located within 500 metres, Gray’s Grocery and Subway. However, if the Spud Box is permitted and then “grandfathered” in when the new bylaw comes into place, it might be able to stay without asking permission of the neighbours and the proximity to Hwy. 7. Of the neighbouring businesses who could be impacted by the new Chip Truck, Ram of Ram’s Esso, who would share an entranceway off Hwy. 7 said he is concerned about the traffic coming off the highway at an awkward angle, as well as the potential overflow of litter onto his property. He also said that since he sells desserts and sandwiches the Chip Truck represents new competition for consumer dollars, “but that is more of a minor issue, the congestion and questions about litter and washrooms are more of a concern for me,” he said. When contacted, Gray’s Grocery, which is located on Road 38, kitty corner to where the Spud Box is planning to open, said it is not a concern to them.

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He said that much of the impetus for changes stem from the cost to dispose of bulky waste, construction materials and white goods. “We budgeted $12,000 last year for this and our costs were double that,” Phillips said. “We’re not collecting enough to reflect the cost of disposal for these items.” Essentially, the proposals are two-fold. First, tipping fees will increase on things like fridges/freezers (to $30 from the current $20), mattresses/box springs/sofas (to $20 from the current $15), sofa beds (to $30 from the current $20) and recliners (to $10 from the current $5). Second, bag tags will still be used but only for the disposal of household waste and bag tags will not be issued for additional bags of recycling (Phillips is recommending a 30-days grace period after passage of the bylaw to use accumulated bag tags for bulky waste and items other than household waste.) Currently, residents have been able to use recycling tags to dispose of bulky info@LakeDistrictRealty.com items instead of cash at an 14202 Rd 38, Sharbot Lake exchange of one tag per evTel (613)279-2108 ery $2 of tipping fee. T/F (866)279-2109 “In order to keep our waste sites for as long as we can, these changes need to ™ happen,” Phillips said. “If we didn’t divert these items, our waste sites would fill up quickly.” He said current estimated remaining lifespans for the sites are: 506 – 30 years; Mississippi – 34 years; Plevna – 49 years. “Recycling comes at a cost,” he said. “Recycling goes to a Materials Recovery Facility in Belleville and changing markets determine if we get a rebate, have to pay or it’s free.” “My concern is that it might encourage people to find a quiet back road (to dispose of bulky items),” said resiHorseshoe Lake $289,000.00 Bobs Lake $239,000.00 dent Fred Fowler. Peaceful 3 bedroom co�age with year round access, large Nicely landscaped lot with a garage & bunkie for guest “I’m hearing that people deck with a view, dock ,two storage sheds, wood stove, accommoda�on. Pine ﬂooring, oil stove & secondary wood want to use their extra tags well & sep�c . 112 feet of gradual entry waterfront. stove. Easy access with 157 feet of sandy shoreline. for building waste,” said Coun. Denis Bedard. www.LakeDistrictRealty.com Mayor Ron Higgins

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Addington Highlands to consider partnership with Metis Council for grant applications A by Craig Bakay

ddington Highlands Council is considering a â&#x20AC;&#x153;partnershipâ&#x20AC;? with the Highland Waters Metis Community Council for things such as grant applications, following a presentation by Highland Waters representative Candace Lloyd at the regular Addington Highlands Council meeting Monday in Flinton. Lloyd gave an overview of her Council and the Highland Waters in general, which represents about 500 registered members and about another 200 Metis under the age of 14 in a geographical area beginning at Paudash in the northwest, Smith Falls in the northeast, the intersection of Highways 15 and 401 in the southeast and Wellers Bay in the southwest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We partnered with the school board and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re our closest municipal government,â&#x20AC;? said Lloyd (the Highland Waters Council offices are in North Point Square in Northbrook). â&#x20AC;&#x153;We

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are proposing a partnership with Addington Highlands for grants requiring an aboriginal component. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like a letter of intent or memorandum of understanding to share information.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had much luck applying for grants either,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Kirby Thompson. Coun. Bill Cox pointed out that Highland Waters does provide several services in the community such as paying for a support worker at Pine Meadows Nursing Home. Council agreed to look into the proposal and did agree to waive the $250 hall rental fee for Highland Watersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; annual general meeting June 17 at Flinton Township Hall (1-4 p.m.). The public is invited to the meeting. Staying put on insepctions Responding to a letter requesting the Township to conduct septic inspections, Council accepted deputy clerk/planning secretary Patricia Grayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report recommending continuation of the 2010 agreement with the KFLA Health Unit to conduct septic inspections. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I spoke with the chief building official from the Health Unit (and) he said that if Council is considering withdrawing from the program, the Health Unit would like the opportunity to discuss it with Council,â&#x20AC;? Gray said in her report. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the service that is being provided needs improvement, they would like the opportunity to work on this.â&#x20AC;?

She said the Health Unit is willing to arrange inspections (when possible) at the same time as building inspections so that contractors do not have to make multiple trips to the site. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see them getting out of septic inspections in the short term,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Bill Cox. Mayor Henry Hogg noted that there could be policy changes at the Health Unit when Medical Officer of Health, Ian Gemmill retires at the end of June. Gemmill will be replaced by current associate medical officer of health, Kieran Moore. Fee waived Responding to a request to waive zoning bylaw amendment fees, Council approved a waiver of the application fee, but not the costs involved in a zoning bylaw amendment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Costs are costs but we can waive the application fee,â&#x20AC;? said Mayor Henry Hogg. Freeburn returning to lead hand role Council has accepted the resignation of Road and Waste Management Supervisor Mark Freeburn. Freeburn, who replaced long-time supervisor Royce Rosenblath when he retired in February, will be returning to his former position as Lead Hand. The Township is accepting applications for the Supervisor position until June 16 at 4 p.m.

he High Land Waters Metis Community Council is settling in to their new home at North Point Square near Northbrook. They held their grand opening on May 10 and have office hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8am to 2pm and by appointment. As one of their first projects in the new location, they have started a community vegetable Garden. On Saturday May 27th at North Point Square the Metis Council and a few volunteers came out and planted the garden. Not only did they work hard all day in the sun, but Addington Highlands Township Councillor, Bill Cox stopped by and payed them a visit in support of their efforts. he Metis Council is still looking for volunteers to help take care of the new garden. Photo - Xavier Gomez"

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OUR ANGEL HAS FLOWN AWAY Mary Elizabeth Lightstone, of Arden, Ontario, passed away April 21st, 2017. Born in Calumet Isl, PQ on April 23rd, 1940, to Arnold and Hilda Hamilton. She was preceded in death by both of her parents, and her older sister, Joan Swift. Mary is survived by her husband of 53 years, Lawrence Lightstone, her two sons, Stewart and Arthur (wife, Mei), and her grandchildren, Paige and Cayden. Mary was an active member of her community, participating in the Red Hat Society, Tops, and enjoyed her annual meeting with long time friends from her early days in the Canadian Girls In Training ( CGIT ). Her warm and caring personality, selfless disposition, and friendly smile will be sorely missed by all of her friends, family, and community members. As per Mary’s request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. However, the interment at Pembroke cemetery at 11:30 AM, Sat Aug 19, luncheon will be at 1 PM at the Wesley United Church. Those wishing to attend, please contact Larry (613) 335-3375. In lieu of ﬂowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lung Association-Ontario. The family would like to thank every one who has expressed their condolences at this time.

DAVY, Jean - passed from this world at the Pinecrest Nursing Home in Bobcaygeon on Sunday, June 4, 2017. Jean (nee Bartle), in her 93rd year was the beloved wife of the late Tom Davy (1999). Loving mother of Susan (Don Maindonald), Patricia (Gord Christie), Laurel (Brian Jewell), Carol (Glen Jackson) and predeceased by her son Christopher (2009). Jean is survived by many beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren and she will be forever missed by many. Dear sister of Donald Bartle and predeceased by her brother Kenneth Bartle and by her sister Beverly McNamara. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the STODDART FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 24 Mill Street, Lindsay K9V 2L1 (705-324-3205) on Thursday, June 8 from 11:00 A.M. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 12:00 noon. Interment at Riverside Cemetery, Lindsay and a reception will follow back at the Stoddart Funeral Home. If desired, memorial donations to the Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be directed to www.stoddartfuneralhome.com

LLOYD, Mildred Angel (nee Thompson) Passed away peacefully at Bonnechere Manor on Thursday, May 25, 2017, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Loving mother of Terry (Joan) of Saskatchewan, Joan McLeod (Bill) of Denbigh, and the late David. Proud grandma of Christina, Stephanie (Byron), Christopher, Sarah Cheney (Jim) and Amanda Mercer, and greatgrandma of Madison, Eleanor and Lyla. Predeceased by her sisters and her brother. Millie will be remembered by her nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Luke’s United Church, Denbigh, on Friday, June 2, 2017 at 12 noon, with visiting at the church from 10 a.m. until service time. Inurnment to follow at St. Luke’s Cemetery, Denbigh. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Luke’s United Church would be appreciated by the family. Condolences and donations may be made at mcphailandperkins.ca

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PETERSON, Janet Reberta (Wilkes) (July 23, 1941-May 17, 2017) Peacefully at Helen Henderson Care Centre, Amherstview, after a lengthy battle with M.S. in her 76th year. Survived by her husband Ronald Peterson and her children Viola (Stephen) Conner, Lisa (Mike), Wojas, Victor (Kim) Peterson. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Jessica (Josh) Singer, Kaitlyn (Stéphane) Leclerc, Clifford, Chantel, Robin Wojas, Jorden, Daylia, Ayden Peterson. Will be missed by her brother Lyman Wilkes and many nieces and nephews. Following cremation a celebration of life was held at Henderson Community Hall, on Monday May 22, 2017 at 2:30 pm followed by interment of ashes at Bordenwood Cemetery. Donations to University Hospital Kingston Foundation or Emmanuel United Church, Odessa would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com

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ast fall, Marcel Giroux of W.A. Robinson Asset Management got the idea to promote healthy food and stretch food budgets by introducing students to slow cookers. “We raised four boys and they can all cook,” he said. “In our house, if you cooked, you didn’t have to wash dishes.” So, after talking his W.A. Robinson cohorts into sponsoring it, he arranged with the local Home Hardware in Sharbot Lake to give him a deal (“they gave us a good deal”) on some slow cookers and Mike Dean’s to provide some food and the next thing you know, 38 Grade 7 students from GREC, Land O’Lakes Public School, Clarendon Central and St. James Major were learning how to use a slow cooker and taking one home with them when the class was over. Giroux said he got the idea for using slow cookers from a similar program in Kingston which he thought was a good idea because he’s used slow cookers himself and is an advocate. “It teaches kids to clean, cook, cut up vegetables and if you can afford meat, you throw that in there and you’ve got a stew,” he said. “When I was there, the kids were baking bread in them and you can also bake a cake in one.” And at the end of the day, the kids got to take a slow cooker home with them. “We got the St. Lawrence College food preparation course people to help with the instruction,” he said. GREC principal James McDonald echoed Giroux’s sentiments. “It’s a fabulous partnership, not only for the schools here in the north but it’s also a real

Marcel Giroux with the card of appreciation students in the slow cooker

Celebration of Life

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Margaret Breithaupt

In Memory of Harold Tryan June 11th 2015 God saw you were getting tired and a cure was not meant to be. So He put His arms around you, and whispered come with me. With tearful eyes we watched you, as we saw you pass away, Although we love you deeply, we could not make you stay. Your golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best. Love, your children Arlene, Darcy, Charlan, Derek and their families. Grandchildren, Shayla, Natalie & Jayden.

Born Sept 7, 1938, Died March 6, 2017 After a long struggle with cancer. On July 2nd join us in a casual setting to celebrate Peggy's extraordinary life at Kennebec Hall, Arden from 2-5pm. We'll have coffee, tea, snacks and of course, lots of great photos and memories. Feel free to share this post and spread the word, all are welcome.

FUNERAL SERVICES MCGREGOR In loving memory of our parents and grandparents who passed away, Donald, June 4, 2012 & Barbara, June 10, 2003. They never looked for praises They were never one to boast They just went on quietly working For the ones they loved the most. Their dreams were seldom spoken Their wants were very few And most of the time their worries Went unspoken too. True friends that we could turn to When times were good or bad Two of our greatest blessings We called them mom and dad. Always loved, never forgotten, forever missed.

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community partnership,” McDonald said. “It involves Marcel’s group, the hardware store, St. Lawrence College and the schools. “It takes a lot of organization to coordinate that many groups.” But, the effort is worth it, McDonald said. “It speaks to me about providing healthy solutions for students here in the north,” he said. “And they all got to take home a slow cooker.” Giroux said they’d like to do the program on an annual basis for the next five years as long as the schools are prepared to organize the class. “The kids were enthusiastic about it, even the boys,” he said. “I’d like to encourage other businesses if they’d like to participate.

Struthers In Loving Memory of a dear husband Wendell, who passed away June 12, 2014. Loving memories never die As years roll on and days pass by In my heart a memory is kept Of the one I loved and will never forget Sadly missed and loved always from wife Wilma (Tressa) Also loved and missed by John and Brenda, Sarah and Alex Sadly missed by Steven and Vivian, and Nicholas and Evan.

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Thank You ~ Meeks The late Rodney Meeks family would like to thank neighbours and friends for the help and support at the time of their loss. Special thanks go out to Roger, Connie, David, and Peter for being there. You were really great. Thank you again, love you all. Special thanks to Milestone Funeral Centre for a great job, Reverend Mary Brown for the lovely service, the pall bearers, the ladies of the Free Methodist Church for the lovely lunch. It was awesome. Thank you to doctors and nurses at Lennox & Addington Hospital for their care and support. Thank you everyone for the continuing support and kindness. Thanks again, Gail Bryden

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HeLP WAnTeD COTTAGE CLEANERS NEEDED - location 5 minutes north of Arden, $15/hr + $200 bonus for working all Saturdays July 1 - August 26. Also open positions for office-customer service work and for handyman/groundskeeper, wage based on experience. To schedule your interview call 613.335.5333 HOME CLEANING SPECIALIST: Looking for that perfect candidate, for 20-30hrs per week with a professional attitude, and a love for cleaning to compliment our honest, reliable, hardworking and fun loving cleaning team. A valid drivers’ license and vehicle required. Please email resume to kyle@hubbyshouse.ca TUMBLEHOME LODGE cottage cleaners wanted $16+/hr depending on ability. Also seeking store help, wage TBD based on experience. Contact Ward or Ashley at 613279-2414 or tumblehme@aol.com

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• The conference of ATV associations from all across Ontario was a resounding success. Aside from the business of the annual general meeting, they had an ATV run on Saturday and folks raved about the beautiful scenery and trails in our country. • This months Birthday Bash will be held on June 21 at 5:30 at the Community Centre. • Ompah will be celebrating Canada 150 in many ways this year: • Local Connection to Our Flag – On Sat., June 24 at 7:30 pm a video will be shown on how our flag came to be. We will discover the local connection to that choice. There will be an opportunity to share recollections of our new flag. • Flag Wave – On July 1 at 11:00 meet at one of the two lookouts at the Conservation Area. Bring your flag (we have some extras) to sing O Canada and madly wave your flag. • Parade – At 4:00 on July 1, the parade will leave West Palmerston Drive, parade through Ompah, around the Community Centre ending at the Rest Stop. Everyone is welcome to join us; walk, bike, ATV, float etc. Decorate if you wish. • Cold Plate Dinner – On July 1 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. at the Community Centre. Cost is $10 or $5 for children under 12. • Fireworks – On July 1 the annual fireworks will be held at dark (10:00 pm) at the Marina. Presented by the North Frontenac Fire Department. • Boatilla – On Sunday July 16 (raindate July 30) a boatilla (boat parade) will parade along the south shore of Palmerston Lake ending at Waites’ Beach. Non-motorized craft will leave Double S Marina at 10:30 or join us along the way, followed by motor boats at 11:15. Please be sure to have all required safety equipment on board. Bring a picnic lunch. Drinks and snacks will be provided. .

on or contact 613-279-2852 • Congratulations to Don & Sue Leslie Campbell on the birth of their 4th grandchild Avery Elizabeth, and to Angela Whan-Corkum on the birth of her baby Boy Parker. I’m sure he will get spoiled by his big sisters!! • Thinking of you to Mel Good who had a nasty fall. • Sincere condolences to the family of the late Phyllis Allen • On Sunday June 11 at the Parham United Church Rev. Jean Brown and her family will be doing the worship service on their trip last April to Vimy Ridge. Everyone is welcome. Service starts at 11:30 • June 17 is the next day for the Lions Club All you can Eat Breakfast. All proceeds go towards their bursary. • Congratulations to the GREC Hardball team on some well played games! • We are still looking for volunteers to report the Parham/Tichborne news. Give us a call. • Happy Birthday to: Brandon Morrow, Sharon MacDonald, Amy Thompson, Dorothy Clow, Louise Goodberry and Happy 41st Anniversary to Rick and Cathy Goodfellow.

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• Kingston Frontenacs Promotional Team is hosting a ‘Fun Day” at the Frontenac Community Arena on Sunday June 11. There will be free events from 1 pm to 4 pm. with RJ the Balloon Dude, Not So Amateur Face Painters, Kingston Frontenac Team and Big Gun Amusements with 2 large air castles, slapshot game and football toss. Inside, ball hockey will run from 12 pm to 7pm. Games and entertainment are free. Food will be available for purchase at the BBQ.

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The Township of North Frontenac is seeking tenders from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following:

REQUEST FOR TENDER RFT No. 2017-06 Road Resurfacing and Paving Contractor/Firm(s) must have current WSIB and appropriate liability insurance coverage as indicated by the Request for Tender documents. Tender documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, shall be obtained from the Municipal Office, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario or by email at financialsupport@ northfrontenac.ca Please direct any specific inquiries to Jim Phillips, P. Eng. Public Works Manager publicworks@northfrontenac.ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 230. Lowest or any tender submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Tender at any time up to the notification of Award. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed package, clearly identifying the document as “RFT No. 2017-06 Road Resurfacing and Paving” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, June 22, 2017 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0

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Thursday June 8

LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB Pine View Free Methodist Church, Cloyne, 7pm, Speakers: Elizabeth Churcher & George Thompson from the Tweed Hort. Society. info: yram@golden.net SHARBOT LAKE – TRXTR (Gerrard and Diana Smith) performs at Cardinal Cafe 6-9 pm. Free (donation jar for band). Licensed, coffee and treats available VERONA – DIABETES EDUCATION GROUP, 9am to 12 pm, Medical Centre upstairs. Info: Anne MacDonald RD CDE 613-544-3400 ext. 3589

Friday June 9

PERTH ROAD - UNITED CHURCH FISH FRY - Mundell's New Zealand cod, fries, pie and more. 5 to 7pm $15.00 - Youth (6-12 ) $7.00 Call: 613-353-1690 SHARBOT LAKE COUNTRY INN – Irish Mythen dinner and concert, $55, dinner at 6, show at 8, advance tickets only, call 613-279-2198 SYDENHAM – LOUGHBOROUGH PS Family Fun Night 5-8pm, band, circus artis, raffle and more

Saturday June 10

ARDEN - OPEN MIC – 5-10 pm, entertainment, pot luck at 5pm, music starts at 6pm Kennebec Recreation Centre $2 (A CF Canada 150 event) MOUNTAIN GROVE UNITED CHURCH BBQ dinner, steak ($15) or burger ($10) and fixings. 5pm and 6pm sittings. Advance booking only, by June 2. Call Helen 335-2700 or Judy 613-279-5673. INVERARY UNITED CHURCH – BOB’S BREAKFAST 7:30am -10:30am

BATTERSEA - HARVEST MILL FARM tree grafting workshop, $40. Take home your own apple tree. Harvestmillfarm@outlook.com, 613-331-3414 CLOYNE - THE MAZINAW LAKESIDE RESORT fifth anniversary party, 4pm - 11pm with Rick Storms. PERTH - ST. PAUL'S FELLOWSHIP HALL fund raising breakfast for Ardoch Algonquin FN Culture camp. 9-11:30am 25 Gore St.W , Perth. Price tbd. CLOYNE - CONSERVATIONISTS of Frontenac Addington (COFA) Agm, Barrie Hall, 1pm. Prizes, 50/50 draw. Sharbot Lake Farmers Market - puppet show, presentred by KFPL, 11am Inverary - grand opening of playgroudn improvements. 11:30 am

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BEDFORD MUSICAL BUY SELL, AND SWAP Bedford Hall – basement (1381 Westport Road) 12-5pm bring instruments from 9:30. info Joan Shepherd 613374-5477 or joanshepherd445@hotmail.com BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, 1381 Westport Rd, audience $2; entertainers free; refreshments avail; info: Judy 374-2317, Wilhelmine 374-2614. DENBIGH ST. LUKE'S UNITED Church Annual Memorial Service, 10:30am. Contact Evelyn at 613 333 2291. VENNACHAR MEMORIAL CEMETERY service. 2pm, Vennachar Free Methodist Church. VIMY RIDGE CHURCH SERVICE at Sharbot Lake United Church (10:00 AM) and Parham United Church (11:30 AM) featuring Rev. Jean Brown and family members who went to Vimy. All welcome. Info: 613279-2245. HARROWMSITH - OLE TIME FIDDLERS Open Mic at Golden Links Hall, 1-5 pm, followed by dinner $10. Info 372-2410 sponsored by Odd fellows and Rebekahs in support of Camp Trillium PICCADILLY – BALL HOCKEY FUN DAY at Frontenac Arena. 1-4 pm on the arena grounds with Kingston Frontenacs Promotional Team. Air castles,

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Monday June 12

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Wednesday June 14

BOLINGBROKE - FOREVER FRIENDS CLUB noon; info Joyce Fleming rayjoyce@rideau.net; (613) 2734832 HARROWSMITH - SOCIAL & ATHLETIC CLUB MEETING, All are welcome to attend Call Pam 613372-1578 for further information & membership. FRONTENAC ARENA GROUNDS - STRAWBERRY MOON Festival, 10am - 1pm for children up to 6 years old presented by NFCS and Shabot Obaadjiwan. Contact 613-279-2244 SNOW ROAD – COMMUNITY POTLUCK, community centre, 5:30pm CLOYNE - HUNTER’S CREEK GOLF, Wednesday morning women’s league, meet at 8:30am, tee off at 9am. $15, 12 holes shotgun. Email lanedianne804@ gmail.com

Thursday June 15

SHARBOT LAKE – FARMER (the band) performs at Cardinal Cafe 6-9 pm. Free (donation jar for band). Licensed, coffee and treats available

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FRONTENAC PARK - “RED CROSS Wilderness First Aid” w/Steve Tripp of Wilderness Tripping, Fri. 5pm-Sun. 4pm, 20 hour course, ages 16+, $210 plus park camping permit, More information: wildernesstripping@gmail.com or call park office at 613376-3489

Friday June 16

HARLOWE HALL – OLE TYME FIDDLERS 7:30 pm. Prizes, lunch, $6 non-members, all welcome - players, dancers, listeners and newcomers HARROWSMITH – GOLDEN LINKS Hall – Youth

Dance. 7 – 9:30 pm. $6 – call 613-372-2410. Sponsor - Oddfellows and Rebekahs STORRINGTON LIONS CLUB - Community Youth Dance at Storrington Lion’s Hall, 7-10om, $5, grades 5-8

Saturday June 17

ARDEN – FUN DAY Breakfast at Kennebec Hall 8-11am, free will offering. Giant Yard Sale at United Church Horseshoe/ring toss and Frontenac Blades at Arden Park (1pm) wagon rides at Kennebec Hall ARDEN – ROAST BEEF DINNER 5-6:30pm at Wesleyan Church hall, freewill offering, sponsored by Arden & Community Wesleyan Church PALMERSTON LAKE BASS DERBY, catch & release; every kid who enters gets a prize; 1-866-6614939; doubles211@gmail.com PLEVNA – JACK’S JAM Clar-Mill Hall, 1-5:30 pm. Pot luck to follow. All welcome. SHARBOT LAKE - ALL YOU CAN Eat Breakfast, Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall), 8-11am, $7, 6-12,$3, under 6 free. Presented by Sharbot Lake and Disrict Lion’s Club. Proceeds to GREC. SYDENHAM FOODLAND - NATIONAL WALK with Grandmothers-By-The-Lake in support of African Grandmothers through the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmother Campaign. Info Carol Little 613-376-3844 or email cjl01@live.ca SHABOT OBAADJIWAN BASS FISHING Derby, weigh in at Sharbot Lake Beach, $10pp, winner takes 70%, 2nd 20%, 3rd, 10%. See ad on page 2 for ticket locations

Sunday June 18

ARDEN GOSPEL SING – Clearview and Friends of the Gospel at Arden Community Centre, 5:45pm, free will offering HENDERSON UNITED CHURCH CEMETERY annual service of Remembrance , 2pm. Chairs providedrain location in Church. Info: 613-336-2467

Monday June 19

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New energy abounds in Ken Garrett Park in Inverary J “

udy Borovskis came alive after the removal of a brain tumour gave her a new perspective on life. When I woke-up from the surgery, I wanted to be a better person,” says the friendly 68-year-old about her life-saving operation six years ago. “I was sick for three years. I had so much pain in my body, life was almost impossible.” After almost nine hours of surgery, her life returned to normal. “Six days after surgery I was swimming in my pool. My kids were there with me because they thought I was going to drown,” she says with a chuckle. Healthy and happy six years later, the mother of three and grandmother of seven has worked hard at her recovery. “Your brain controls so much of how you feel and I have learned that you can grow and develop it, if you work at it,” she notes with a smile. “I have four screws holding me together, but I’m not a loose screw.” Blessed with a new lease on life, Judy is determined to make the world a better place through one act of kindness at a time. “When you feel good about life, you want to share that feeling and for me – I am one of the lucky ones and life is really, really good,” she says softly. “Every day is a gift, never to be taken for granted.” “I want to do things and I really enjoy

people,” she explains about her motivation to help a group of volunteers improve the playground at Ken Garrett Memorial Park, a popular baseball park and children’s play area in Inverary where she has lived for the past 17 years. “We need something for the kids. We don’t have a school or community centre. Kids are riding their bikes on the streets. They need a fun, safe, play area.” A volunteer with Inverary Youth Activities Inc., a non-profit group in charge of the park, Judy helped launch a campaign last year to replace outdated playground equipment. In less than one year, the group has raised more than $36,000. “I think our achievement has been amazing!” she notes about the work by volunteers. “We raised $36,000 from August to March. I never would have thought we could accomplish so much in such a short amount of time. Dig’n Dirt made that first cut into the soil for us and our ideas became a reality.” “It’s been a real learning experience. I’ve learned so much,” she adds, referring to the strict safety rules they had to follow to install the equipment. “We’ve been so fortunate with the guidance from everyone we’ve dealt with.” Sitting at Judy’s kitchen table with the evening sun at her back, committee member Kim Popovich looks at her friend with pride.

“If it wasn’t for Judy’s energy to get us started, we wouldn’t have the money,” says Kim respectfully. “And we really needed a new playground. A few years ago, we weren’t sure if we would have enough money to make ends meet. Greg Howatson, our president at that time, helped to put us on a track to success. We’ve built on that and look at us now.” Supported by Dig’N Dirt, Township of South Frontenac, Larry Gibson Foundation and many generous community minded companies and individuals, the playground is coming to life. Painted in bright colours, a new play structure includes slides and climbing poles. It is surrounded by a cedar weave safety mulch which was also placed under a nearby rejuvenated swing-set. “We spread the mulch ourselves to save money,” Judy says with a chuckle. “It came in a 53 ft trailer. It looked like mountain when the truck dumped it.” Pleased with the results of the first leg of their campaign to improve the park, the committee is now looking at Phase 2. It has started with the re-surfacing of the basketball court. They want to renovate the park washrooms, buy a fryer for the canteen and add park benches. They also want to install a shade structure, outdoor musical play equip-

ment, adult fitness equipment and a walking path around the perimeter. Although the amount of this work hasn’t been calculated, the women know it will be much higher than the first phase of the campaign to improve the community park. “I think this is going to be a tough-one,” says Kim with a sigh. “That’s a tall order. It’s a lot of money.” Responding with a smile, Judy notes, “This committee has lots of spirit and determination.” “We’ve got a big picture here,” she says wisely. “We’re looking at building our park area for the future. Our community is aging. It would be perfect to have a safe and accessible walking path in the village. A welldeveloped green space area is something to bring people to this area.” “The borders (between Inverary, Sunbury and Battersea) are fluid,” adds Kim, “We need to be supportive of each other, closer and stronger. This is something we can all share. We have an amazing community here.” The community is invited to the park this Saturday (June 10) at 11:30 am to celebrate the completion of Phase 1 and launch Phase 2. To support this campaign to improve the park in Inverary, please contact Judy Borovskis at 613-353-1768 or youth.activities@ hotmail.com

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Changing of the guard at Sharbot Lake Pharmasave S harbot Lake Pharmasave has been serving Sharbot Lake and surrounding communities for more than 25 years. Pharmacist owner, Jocelyn Whalen graduated from the University of Toronto in 1983 and in March of 1991, Jocelyn and her husband Nick purchased the Tea Room-Gift Shop at the corner of Elizabeth and Garret Street. After renovations, Sharbot Lake Pharmacy opened in May of 1991. The Pharmacy has been renovated twice since then and has become a very recognizable cornerstone in Sharbot Lake. In the fall of 2016, Jocelyn and Nick decided the time was right to sell the Pharmacy. Jocelyn isn’t quite ready to retire, but the Whalen’s are hoping to enjoy a little bit more freedom from the demands of full time work and running a Pharmacy business. On May 1st, Jocelyn and Nick sold the Pharmacy to a small, independent Pharmacy group based in Guelph. Redtail Pharmacies group owns and operates Pharmacies primarily located in small centres in Ontario and Alberta. In addition to focusing on community Pharmacy, Redtail also provides services to nursing homes, retirement homes and group homes. Jocelyn and Nick wanted someone who would maintain a high level of customer service and who would be committed to serving the community. “Redtail’s appreciation for the uniqueness of small communities and

Continued fron page 6 expressed concern that a lot of the bulk waste coming in was from outside the municipality. “Just the other day we had an incident where someone brought in nine mattresses from a two-bedroom cottage,” Higgins said. Hunting for camps With improvements to mapping technology, rural municipalities are finding out all sorts of things. In North Frontenac, it turns out that several hunting camps, once thought to be on Crown Land, are actually on Township land, often on road allowances.

maintaining the established practices made them the right fit” said Jocelyn. Paul Thomson, Director of Operations commented “We are pleased to be part of the community of Sharbot Lake and will continue to honour the legacy of Sharbot Lake Pharmasave in providing exemplary Pharmacy services to the community.“ Jocelyn and her staff will remain at the Pharmacy and will be joined by Pharmacist Matthew Dick. Matthew is a 2016 Doctor of Pharmacy graduate from the University of Waterloo. He has spent time working as a Pharmacist in Forensic and crisis units in Ottawa and Interned at the Royal Hospital in Ottawa. He has also gained valuable retail Pharmacy experience on his clinical and coop rotations in several locations in Ontario. Matthew said that although he has been living and working in Ottawa since January, he has roots in small town Ontario. He grew up in the town of Douglas, Ontario (the Home of the Leprechauns) near Renfrew, population 300, and he said that he finds working in a small town to his liking. One aspect of the job in Sharbot Lake that he really likes is “getting to talk to people and getting to know them, which is something that does not happen at the hospital in Ottawa,” he said. He is currently commuting to Sharbot Lake four days a week and working one day a week at the Royal Ottawa hospital, and is looking forward to moving closer so he can

“It was a misunderstanding with the Crown in the ’50s,” said Coun. Gerry Martin. “Now there are liabilities and actual paperwork that has to be taken care of. “It’s another user pay thing.” To that end, Tara Mieske, clerk/planning manager, presented a proposal to Council for a $130 application fee and an annual fee of $75 to cover costs for these properties. With the fees, Council enters into licence agreements which allows the use of road allowances for access or for use of buildings on Township land. “In most cases, building permits were issued and a fee was paid to the Crown, who then paid the Township,” Mieske said.

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enjoy country living all the time. “This is my 4th week here and the staff at the Pharmacy and Jocelyn have been very welcoming and good to work with. We are off to a good start,” he said. The Pharmacy will continue to run the Pharmasave banner at Sharbot Lake and

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provide all of the programs and promotions available under the popular Pharmasave name. Please feel free to drop by and say hello to Matt, Jocelyn and all of the staff at any time.

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FINAL TAX NOTICES Final Tax Notice for Residential, Managed Forest and Farmland tax bills were issued the week of June 5, 2017. If you have not received your Final Tax Notice by June 15, 2017 you need to contact the tax department. It is important that you retain your tax bill until September in order to make the second instalment payment. No further bills/reminders will be issued. For those properties that have a Commercial, Industrial, Multi-Residential or a combination of Commercial/Industrial/Multi-Residential and Residential and/or Farmland, these will be billed in August 2017. For further information please email taxes@township.southfrontenac.on.ca or contact us at 613-376-3027 Ext 2200.

BUILDING SEASON The Township of South Frontenac requires building permits for all structures greater than (108 sq. ft.) 10 sq. m. in area; additions or renovations to existing structures (including decks); installation or alteration of a plumbing system (including septic systems); installation or alteration of a heating or ventilation system and any material alteration to a structure (including new pools). Please contact Building staff prior to starting work to ensure your investment is secure.

IT’S TIME TO DUST OFF THE PLANT POTS! It’s a wonderful time of the year, with the trees greening and the daffodils and tulips brightening our gardens. So a gentle reminder for this upcoming gardening season is that most of your plant cells and plastic pots up to 12 “ in diameter or 1 gallon in size are recyclable in your plastics week. They must be clean though! Take a hose to them then ensure they don’t fly out of your recycle box. Check with the retailer when you are purchasing your bedding plants as many of them will take the plant cells, trays and pots. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! Happy Gardening!

PRIVATE LANE UPGRADING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The deadline for applications for the 2017 Private Lane Assistance Program is June 9, 2017. Application forms and details available on the Township website – see Living Here/Road and Parking/Public Road/Private Lane Standards.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT Summer hours are now in effect at the Depot - Open every Thursday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, small electronics and bale wrap only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

TOWN HALL UPCOMING MEETINGS Council Meeting – Tues, June 20, 2017 Committee of the Whole – Tues, June 13, 2017 Committee of Adjustment – Thursday, June 8, 2017

HERITAGE COMMITTEE - OPEN HOUSE Council is hosting a public open house on June 22, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 8:00pm in the Council Chambers. This is an opportunity to hear from anyone interested in discussing the formation of a Heritage Committee.

THINGS TO DO SUMMER CAMP/SWIM PROGRAM – IN PERSON REGISTRATION

We are pleased to welcome our new Pharmacist Matthew Dick to Sharbot Lake Pharmasave. Matthew joins Jocelyn Whalen and her team to continue servicing Sharbot Lake and surrounding areas for all Pharmacy needs. Matthew is available for medication reviews and any other Pharmacy advice that you may require. Stop by our Pharmacy and join us in welcoming Matthew to Sharbot Lake & congratulating him in his new position.

Registration is now open online and in person. Visit recreation.southfrontenac.net. For information on the programs contact the Camp Coordinator at 613-376-3027 Ext 2231. Dates have been scheduled for in person registration for programming at The Point in Sydenham and Gilmour Point in Battersea. Gilmour Point – June 1, 2017 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and June 10, 2017 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Rd. The Point – June 13, 2017 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm and June 17, 2017 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Community Room at the Sydenham Library.

Open for Business COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN Attention Harrowsmith Residents: For details on financial assistance to improve building conditions and land use, see the website - Open for Business/ Planning and Development/Community Improvement Plan. This includes façade improvement such as cladding materials, windows and doors, reports to masonry and brickwork, façade restoration, painting and cleaning, signage.

News & Public Notices FIRE DEPARTMENT – SUPERIOR TANKER SHUTTLE SERVICE Volunteer Firefighters will be conducting water shuttle training on Saturday, June 10, 2017 from 8:30 am to 10:30 am in Inverary/Perth Road area and from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in Harrowsmith/Road 38 corridor. This exercise is conducted to achieve accreditation from the Fire Protection Survey Services. If you reside within 8 kilometres of a South Frontenac Firehall you may be eligible for a reduction in your home insurance rates.

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NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSING – BETWEEN LOTS 18 & 19, CONCESSION I; STORRINGTON Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac proposes to pass a by-law to stop up, close and transfer ownership of part of a Township-owned road allowance. This matter will come before council on July 4, 2017 at 7:00 pm. For more information see our website under “News and Public Notices” or contact Lindsay Mills, Planner at Ext 2221.

SEPTIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE All development (residential, commercial and institutional) in South Frontenac have a septic system which is designed to treat wastewater which goes down the drain (toilets, showers, dishwashers, washing machines, etc) A septic system includes a septic tank and a leaching bed - both hidden below the soil. It is critical to your health, the health of neighbours, the health of the ecosystem and your property investment that your septic system is working properly. It is your responsibility to make sure your septic system is in good working order. See our website for more details – Living Here/ Building/Septic Systems.

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ATV reps enjoy North Frontenac hospitality N orth Frontenac Township, in conjunction with the Ottawa Valley ATV Association, hosted the Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicles (OFATV) Annual General Meeting last weekend, with great success. Dave Baker, the OFATV Association President, said that representatives from over 50 associations attended the meeting. “The venue, trails, accommodations, location, and volunteers were fantastic, and everyone enjoyed a great weekend. Many participants were excited to get more information about the area for future trail-side vacations!,” he said afterwards. Putting the event on was a community effort involving supporters from across North and Central Frontenac. Lodges, B&B’s and Inn’s from throughout the township held

rooms for the guests, who arrived on Friday and gathered at the Ompah hall for a meet and greet, catered by Cota’s Mobile Catering. On Saturday morning the Clar Mill Volunteers stepped up to provide breakfast for the delegates. The delegates dispensed with some business in the morning and then had snacks prepared by the Snow Road Snowmobile club, before getting down to the more important task of the day, riding the trail network in the vicinity of Ompah. In case they were getting peckish, the Sharbot Lake Raise a Rink Committee prepared a traill lunch for them. They finished their ride at the hall, another Cota prepared dinner was waiting for them, before they headed to Palmerston Lodge for a bonfire. On Sunday, after another breakfast, they

held meetings until noon, and then wrapped things up with another lunch. “We absolutely had a great time. I don't want any of the other clubs to be jealous, but this is one of my favourite Annual General Meetings I have attended. Having the meeting hosted in the great outdoors, where we had to ride our ATV's from our cabin to the meeting hall is exactly what ATVing is all about -- now if only we could work on less mosquitos and black flies,” said Dave

tudents who organised the annual Jump Rope for Heart at Granite Ridge Education Centre, an event that now includes 7 different athletic events including shooting hoops and more, posed for a photo at the end of the frantic 90 minutes of activity among the elementary panel at Granite Ridge on Monday June 5th. Catherine Reynolds, who has been running the fund raising event for the

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Heart and Stroke Foundation for four years at the new school at a number before that at the former Hinchinbrooke school in Parham, said she has learned that it is a lot easier to turn the organising over to a team of heroes than to do all the work herself. This year the event has raised $1400 for Heart and Stroke thus far, and money is still trickling in.

Thank you… To our customers and friends, You have been very good to us throughout our years at Sharbot Lake Pharmacy. You’ve shared your stories, your jokes, your baked goods, and your support. We have come to know many people, and seen the face of the communities change as one-generation dies and a new one is born. Our lives have been deeply touched by many lives over the course of twenty-six years. We succeeded in our endeavor of establishing a pharmacy because of your loyalty and trust in our services. Thank you for all you have so generously shared with us; your patronage, your loyalty, and your support. All the best to you, Jocelyn and Nicholas Whalen