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Rain Doesn’t Stop Disc Golfers At Hunter’s Creek On Saturday By Craig Bakay espite covid restrictions postponing an earlier attempt and various bouts of rain Saturday, the Hunter’s Creek Fall Fling Disc Golf began what the course owners hope will be the harbinger of things to come. “We will have an inaugural tournament, probably in the spring,” said Cynthia Kennedy, who runs the course with husband Patrick Bassett. “But we wanted to get a tournament in to celebrate the fact that we now have an 18-hole disc golf course here, upgraded from the 9-hole course we had in the back of the property. “We were hoping for 72 players but the because of the weather, about half cancelled. We’re still happy to have 37 participants though.” Not that weather is always a deterrent to disc golfers. They play in the rain regularly and winter disc golf seems to be gaining in popularity. (For those who were wondering, the ‘disc’ is what used to be called a ‘Frisbee’ but the generic disc is now used because Frisbee is proprietary.) Other than the obvious equipment differences, disc golf and conventional golf are essentially the same game. The idea is to get to the hole (basket) in the fewest number of strokes (throws). The terms birdie, bogie, eagle, etc all still apply, as does the golden rule of etiquette (slower players wave faster players through). The two biggest differences are the aforementioned fact that disc golf is played in all weather and seasons and the length of the course. Disc golf holes are shorter than conventional golf holes (300 feet versus 300 yards on average) such that a group of four conventional golfers will generally take four hours for a round of 18 holes whereas four disc golfers will generally take two hours. Jeff MacKeigan of DiscGolfPark designed the Hunter’s Creek Course as well as numerous others. He said the game is still very much a grassroots movement but it’s growing all the time. “When I joined the Professional Disc Golfers Association in 2015, my number was 86,191,” he said. “Now, it’s well over 200,000 and it’s huge in Finland which had 17 course in 2000 and now has 787.” He said he designs course to challenge all levels of players with trees, water hazards, fades and such but

foremost in his mind is etiquette. “It’s important to make sure there’s collaboration, not conflict,” he said. Disc golfers tend to be younger than conventional golfers, but so far, that hasn’t presented much of a problem. “It’s a lot like when snowboarders started going to conventional ski hills,” he said. “At first there were skeptics but now they’re there all the time.” He said that while he loves the game itself, the community is a special attraction. Enterprise’s Gavin Bridgewater, playing in a threesome with Kingstonians Emilio Ciccarelli and “You put your name and Aaron Dodson, putts out on the third hole during the disc golf tournament Saturday at Hunter’s phone number on your Creek Golf Course. Photo/Craig Bakay discs,” he said. “If you lose are $15 for 18 holes. That compares with $30 for convenone, there’s a good chance you’ll get a call when some- tional golf. body finds it.” You’re going to need discs, which can range from $20 And the community tends to be good customers for the to $3,400 (a special disc sold at auction) and you’ll need venue as well. at least three — a driver, a mid-range and a putter. Most “A lot of players bought hoodies today,” he said. “Con- regular disc golfers carry at least 12 and MacKeigan regventional golfers don’t buy a lot of hoodies.” ularly carries 20. Another plus for the game is that kids can play often as “They all have different flight characteristics including well as the adults (Kennedy was hoping an eight-year-old speed (drivers), glide, turn and fade,” he said. recognized phenom from Toronto would show up but . . . Like old-time golfers, he can go on and on as to the weather). But even for adults, the learning curve tends to characteristics of the spade versus the mashe-niblick. be quite shallow. And then you’ll need a bag. The industry leader, Grip“I’ve taught people the game who end up with their first EQ makes a range of backpacks from $259 - $179 as well birdie on their first or second round,” MacKeigan said. as some cheaper sling packs. But all have one thing in “That’s a good feeling to achieve success early.” common, a specialized pocket to carry your discs. And, it’s a business model that appears to be rising. But if you’re not quite ready to jump in with both feet but “There’s an annual tournament in Thunder Bay that would like to give it a go, Hunter’s Creek would be happy started with 27 players,” he said. “Now it’s over 200 play- to rent you a set of discs. ers and they’ve estimated the economic impact to the They do take walk-ons but it’s highly recommended to community at about $300,000.” call ahead for a tee time. ■ As for costs, green fees for 18 holes at Hunter’s Creek

B&B Memorial Show & Shine I t was a cruel coincidence that brought the Green and the Chiddle-Young families together. Bailey Green and Blake Young were Frontenac County kids who knew each other from high school, and from their shared passion for riding. They died a few months apart, both as the result of motorcycle collisions in late 2019 and early 2020, leaving grieving families to mourn, just as the COVID pandemic hit. “Just as we needed our community the most, we were isolated by COVID,” said Debbie Green, Bailey's grandmother. Early this summer, the two families began to plan the B&B (Bailey and Blake) Memorial Show and Shine event, in order to celebrate the two young men, and to raise money for the fire departments who were first on the scene to try and save

them on the days that they died. “My daughter Trish [Bailey's mother] took on a lot of it. We knew it might not happen because of restrictions, but when it opened up we were ready,” said Debbie. Many, many friends and family came out to support the families of Bailey Green and Blake Young on August 28. The families were overwhelmed with the show of support from the community. Gilmours Meat and the 38 Special Fries (normally located at South Frontenac Rental Centre), provided food for the over 1,000 attendees, donated their profits to the cause, raffle tables were full of wonderful donations, and the car community came together to put on a wonderful display of Classic and Modern day beauties. Central Frontenac Fire and Rescue was on hand for the show, with a truck, but

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Fire and Rescue to present cheques to each from the show. Each Station received $5020.00 from the B&B Memorial. The families are hoping for even more next year. Save the date for Aug 27th 2022. ■

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Central Frontenac Council Approves Tree Replacement Plan At Beach by Craig Bakay ill Bowick wants to plant some trees, in Sharbot Lake, down at the beach. Bowick appeared as a delegation to the Oct. 12 Central Frontenac Council (online) meeting to pitch his proposal, which he calls “A Greening of the Park.” He said part of his motivation would include a memorial plaque for his late wife Rosemarie, who died recently but “recognition of Rosemarie is really recognition of Villages Beautiful and the work done by all the Villages Beautiful volunteers in the last 20 years.” However, that isn’t Bowick’s only motivation. He said he’s done an unofficial inventory of the 23 trees currently in the park, and it doesn’t look good, sustainability-wise. “It’s predicted that in five or 10 years, we’ll lose half of the trees left,” he said. “There’s only been one tree planted in the last 20 years, and it’s struggling.” The 23 trees include six Manitoba maples, five of which are over mature and one is a bush growing out of an old stump, eight ash, of which two are sound, two are struggling and four are dying, a struggling scotch pine, a struggling sugar maple and four black locusts that are losing lower branches but otherwise OK. There is also a Norway Maple and a white willow in good shape, a “spectacular elm and three stumps. Under the plan, 27 new trees and shrubs would be planted including four downy service berry, three highbush cranberry, two pussy willows, two nannyberry, two American beech, and sin-

gles of red maple, eastern black walnut, gingko, shagbark hickory, Canadian Plum and red dogwood. Bowick said he estimates cost of the trees and shrubs at about $4,000 and an additional $4,000 to have them planted and protective borders installed. “But I’m not here asking for money,” he said. “I know there are people in the community who will want to give to this cause but I’m hoping Council will recognize this as a citizen’s gift to the community so tax receipts can be issued. “If there’s a shortfall, I’ll cover it and if there’s a surplus, it can go to other tree projects in the community.” Council unanimously approved the project. “I’m personally prepared to support this project,” said Coun. Bill MacDonald. “But as someone who works with trees, I can tell you that the American beech tree is also under attack from the emerald ash borer.” “It’s essentially replacing the trees that are dying,” said Coun. Brent Cameron. “I think it’s a great idea.” “I support this, considering all the work Rosemarie has done,” said Coun. Tom Dewey. “Rosemarie would be smiling,” said Mayor Frances Smith. “If you’ve been down to the beach on a hot day, you know there’s never enough shade.” Communal Servicing Council awarded the feasibility study FRP for communal servicing at the former Sharbot Lake Public School site to Fotenn for $60,037.50 excluding HST. The Township was successful in getting a 48 per cent grant from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for the study SINCE 1970

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meaning the cost to the Township will be about $32,000. The County is contributing 4 per cent as “in kind” work towards the project. Recreation booking software Council approved staff applying for Phase 3 of the Municipal Modernization grant program for the Decision Support Module and an online Recreation Booking software (for halls and facilities). Resurfacing on Road 38 Public Works Manager Tyson Myers told Council that they were able to do the resurfacing job on Road 38 because they got a “last minute call” from the asphalt company who were doing similar work on the South Frontenac portion informing them they had a small window of opportunity to do the work. “So we hustled to get some patching

done and get it ready,” he said. He said new lines will be painted soon. They had to wait a couple of days for bits of asphalt and aggregate to get blown off the road. Crow Lake Schoolhouse sold Council voted to accept the bid of $150,001 plus HST from Dr. Diana Meeks for the Crow Lake Schoolhouse property. Meeks said she would restore the property keeping to the original buildings as much as possible. She said her intent is to offer community instructional classes including cooking, history and art, promoting local instructors and their products as well as offer the community centre to rent for meetings and events like bingo, euchre, outdoor festivals and such. ■

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problem is with the absentee owners who run these properties as an unregulated business.” He feels that a cottage grossing $50,000 should be treated as a business and not a mom-and-pop rental. According to Gabor, there are a dozen online short-term-rental companies in Canada. The largest, AirBnb, advertised 244 listings in South Frontenac last month. Daily summer rentals range from $250 to $1,100 so a single threeday period could net South Frontenac’s local “hosts” almost $300,000 if the average weekend rate was $1,200 ($400 a day plus cleaning and service fees). “The companies and absentee hosts are raking in huge profits but the neighbours and municipality are paying the costs,” he says. “When one set of guests pack up, neighbours begin to worry about how bad the next will be. It’s almost impossible to relax at home anymore. I know cottagers who avoid coming to the lake on weekends because of the behaviour at rentals.” Together, the pair hope to rally concerned residents to their cause and plan to ask South Frontenac council for new bylaws. Beyond seasonal fire restrictions and an 11pm-7am noise bylaw, there are few rules for guests to obey. They hope new bylaws will address a wide range of issues from bad behaviour and noise to recouping the costs of increased garbage disposal and emergency services. They want properties to be registered with the township and new rules enforced. Information on their petition is available on Facebook’s “South Frontenac Life” page. ■

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Gabor has spent the last month talking to township residents and feels that one of the biggest problems comes from groups of unruly “guests” who spend their rental weekends drinking, boating and partying loudly with no regard for the neighbours or the environment. “An absentee owner who lives hours away can rent a three- or four-bedroom cottage to 12 people he doesn’t know through an online company and never have any communication with the neighbours,” explains Gabor who has heard concerns about 24-hour parties, loud, obnoxious behaviour, piles of garbage and over-taxed septic systems. “If a neighbour complains to the guests, some partiers claim that they can do anything they want because they have paid so much money to stay there.” Rick suggests that a big problem with short-term rentals is that there is often no owner onsite. “We have local people here who rent a nearby cottage and there is no problem. They respect their neighbours and don’t want to disturb anyone. For them it is a way to make a few bucks to help pay their taxes — the

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• October is breast cancer awareness month, be sure to poke down to Foodland and pick up your cupcakes and goodies, the bakery staff sure have done a great job, and ladies please protect your “girls” and check yourself regularly. • Wishing all our local snowbirds who chose to venture to their southern destinations a safe winter. • Speaking of snowbirds, we’ve seen some winter birds gracing us with their presence, so be sure to remember them when you are buying your groceries, they enjoy eating too and will even sing for you. • Another week until Halloween, our candy top up is in high force at Memory Lane and if you have questions or wish to help our village residents with top up, or even want to just contribute as you don’t see kids where you live. Be sure to stop in. Or call me or email me at karenofsyd@bell. net The date for pickup for top up will be determined once we know how many goodies have accumulated. It’s been beyond amazingly generous in the past, our community is absolutely the best.

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October 21, 2021 treats! Come and scare the owners and you will get a double treat! Come out between 5:00pm and 7:00pm. The Red Barn Zone is located at 2471 Highway 506. • The Land O' Lakes Garden Club will be holding their AGM on Wednesday, November 10th at 7:00pm. Please check our website https://landolakesgardenclub.com for the venue as we will be complying with the Public Health Covid guidelines at the time of the meeting. • Land O’Lakes Community Services is excited to let you know the Northbrook Diners Club is back at the Northbrook Lions Hall! Come out November 30, 2021 from 10:00am to 2:00pm and socialize with family, friends, and community members. The cost is $10.00 per person. Please bring your own plate and cutlery. Spaces are limited. Please RSVP the newest member of the LOLCS team, Shelby Summers at 613-336-8934 ext. 229. COVID rules will apply.

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• Denbigh Denbigh Diners Club is back at the Denbigh Hall!! Come out and socialize with friends and family over a hot meal, coffee, and tea on November 15th and 29th, 10am to 2pm. Cost is $10 per person. Please bring your own plate and cutlery. RSVP to Shelby Summers at 613 336 8934 ext.229, as spaces are limited. COVID protocols in place. • Lennox & Addington Resources for Children hosts Playgroup in Denbigh on Mondays at Heritage Park, 48 Lane Street from 10am to 12 noon as a Story Walk Playgroup. There is also a Cloyne Infant/Toddler Playgroup 9:30am to 12 noon at North Addington Childcare Centre, 14196 Hwy 41 in Cloyne. Families are invited to book their time ahead with Picktime. These FREE programs are open to all parents, grand-parents and caregivers with young children up to the age of 6 years. At EarlyON playgroups, parents and caregivers can meet and learn from each other, interact with staff, learn about child development all while making crafts, singing and playing with their children. For more information, please contact Morgan at 613 336 0125. • The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club will host a Drive-Thru Hunter's Lasagna Dinner by Schmidt's Catering from Pembroke, on Friday, November 12th, 4:30-6pm. For $20, you get lasagna, garlic bread, salad and a yummy dessert. Preorder by calling 613 333 1984 or 613 333 1423 or e-transfer DGLionsClub@hotmail.com. • The next Food Bank day is Tuesday, October 26th. Pick up time is 11am at the Addington Highlands Community Centre. COVID rules are in place. Contact Gail at 613 333 2224 in advance.

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• Henderson Special thanks to our Lakelands Family Health Team, who yesterday - Oct. 20, offered a Covid vaccine clinic in Northbrook. We appreciate our hard working

health teams for keeping us safe in Covid, and continuing to offer the vaccine. Special thanks to all who are getting jabbed so we can avoid future lockdowns and celebrate Christmas in fine style. • Speaking of Christmas - can you help out with some Christmas cheer, folks? Our Land O’Lakes Community Services are gearing up for their Christmas hamper program that will provide over 100 Christmas baskets to needy ones. So, if you can help, please start saving up new toys, new clothes, gift certificates and non-perishable food items for a big collection day on Sat, Dec. 4 from 10:00 – 2:00 at the Northbrook Foodland parking lot when these items will be received for future distribution. It’s so easy just to grab a bit extra when out shopping. In the past, so many have helped to make Christmas dreams come true - so thanks, everyone - you rock! • Henderson UCW hall is the place to be this Sat. Oct. 23 from 10:00 – 2:00 for the vendors sale hosted by the Henderson United Church and The United Church Women (UCW) with proceeds to help out the hall expenses. We are fortunate that the church folks help out to support our super duper hall- so let’s all do our part, if possible, please, so the hall expenses (hydro, insurance, supplies) can be met. Grab and go sandwich lunches can be purchased, draw table possibilities, vendor tables with honey, preserves, bath products, crafts and Christmas items, sewing, baking, knitting, and endless possibilities. Come and get a start on your Christmas shopping and have a blast visiting with us all. All Covid restrictions in placemasks, contact tracing, distancing and, of course, a few laughs! Rain date is Oct. 24- same time, same place. The event will be held both inside and outside the hall- dress warmly. Folks are getting geared up for that “two week family vacation called hunting season” coming soon. Baking, cleaning, organizing, sighting of guns, gathering apples is all on the go. Baking smells waft out to the roadside when I’m riding my bike - so I peddle faster!! • Congratulations to George and Marie White, who celebrated their anniversary by going out to dinner and sharing time with loved ones. Special thinking of you to George’s Mom, Leeanne White, who took a fall recently, but is feeling improved. • Thanks for inviting me into your homes and for the cosy news items you send.

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• Flu shots! Just checked with Leonard Chan at Inverary Pharmasave and you can book your appointment for a flu shot on their Facebook page. Actually, you are put on the waitlist and once the actual shots begin, you will be notified of your appointment time by email. I just signed up and it was quite easy. • Food Bank Drive was a great success! Thank you to all who donated. • Eye glasses! Hearing aids! Donate anytime by giving them to a member of the Lion’s Club. Help the Lion’s Club to help others in need. • Free Seniors Fitness Classes Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 – 11:30 at the Storrington Centre. You can use poles or be seated. Let’s get fit! • Martial Arts classes at Inverary United Church hall Thursday evenings from 7 to 8pm during October. Kids Karate classes will begin on November 4th in the hall from 6:30 to 7:30 and the adult classes will then be 7:30 to 8:45pm. For more info, call or text Hamid Nam at 613-328-6742 or email hamidnam24@gmail.com . • Soulful Singing has started at 7:00pm. – 8:30 pm on the fourth Tuesday of the month! Next session will be October 26th. For more info: 613.353.2889 or wooddhouse@yahoo.ca • Trailer for LCBO Returnables will be in place at 3950 Round Lake Road until October 31st .

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• Get well wishes to Harriett, who has had a rough week but is now on the mend. • Ten police recruits and 4 or 5 trainers were all training on ATVs in the Robertsville gravel pit this weekend. • Thank you, Alice, for taking me to Perth on Tuesday to buy my truckload of winter supplies. I know I was early getting them, but I like to always be prepared, just like the Boy Scouts. Thank you, Bob DeLisle, for taking my car to Ford for grease, oil and snow tires, a new key pad and repairs to my seat belt. My neighbours are the salt of the earth. Thank you a million, Alice and Bob. • Sympathy to the Riddell family in Kingston on their loss of Judy. • Dillon – Nana just wants to say “kudos to you for cutting my grass. It is so appreciated - you are my favourite grandson.” • So good that the weather has been cooperating with the Community Centre coffee group when they get together with their coffee travel mugs and lawn chairs on Friday mornings. Olive and I enjoyed stopping by to say hello to everyone. It will be so nice when the renovations are complete and we can meet inside again. • I am never lonely because I have five men in my house – I get up with Charlie Horse, spend all day with Arthur Itis, I dine with Will Power and go to bed with Ben Gay and when I need exercise I have my Johnny Walker.

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Revell Ford In Verona, A Family Run Business For 85 Years By Jeff Green n 1936, just as the great depression was beginning to lift, Wesley Revell took a leap of faith. He had worked for Ford dealerships in neighbouring communities, and decided to take his relationship with Ford to the next level by opening Revell Ford in a former general store on Main Street in Verona. Ford vehicles, particularly the 8-cylinder Model 48 and the Tudor made Ford the number 1 selling car company in North America in 1936. But in Frontenac County there were not a lot of people who were in a position to purchase a new car in the 1930's, and the war years in the early 1940's were not much better for business, but Wesley kept the business going. In 1946, his two sons, Harry and Glen joined the business, and together they established the Revell reputation for trustworthiness and customer care. Also in 1946, Wesley built a two-bay service station, establishing Revell’s as the full-service dealership that it has remained to this say, selling new and used cars, and providing mechanical repairs and a body shop, all in Verona. In the early years working for their dad, Harry and Glen, and other employees, used to have to take turns traveling to Toronto to pick up new cars and bring them back from the Ford factory on Danforth Avenue. A lot has changed since then. Glen and Harry took over the business from their father, and when Glen retired, Harry carried on with his son’s Larry and Al, who run the business to this day. The toughest period that the business has faced since Larry and Al have been on board was the recession of the 1980’s. “I remember that at the time we had only about 20 vehicles in stock at the low point. We also ran into a problem with warranties at one time. We sold a lot of extended warranties from a company that went bankrupt. Dad honoured all those warranties and we had to cover the losses. We only offer Ford warranties now.” When Mario Crevier retired last year after 50 years with the company, culminating in a long stint as sales manager, it made Al (46 years) and Larry (44 years) as the longest serving people at Revell’s. “We have a lot of other experience among our staff, in addition to always bringing in new people. In every

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department, from sales to admin to auto technicians, there are may who have been at Revell’s for 25, 30, and 40 years,” said Larry Revell. In addition to changes in the types of vehicles over the years, with truck and SUV sales overtaking those of sedans and wagons in recent years, the look and feel of Revell’s has changed over the years. In 2013, the showroom was upgraded and modernised, and the service centre has seen many changes over the years. The body shop is now a Fix Auto shop. Just over a year ago, Revell’s purchased the building on the east side of Main Street The Revell family during their 80th anniversary celebration in 2016. employers in South Frontenac.” where Vaughan Auto used The current challenge, now that COVID protocols are to operate. “We have been using the service bays that Vaughan well established, has to do with supply. “Because of a computer chip shortage, we can’t get used, and when the building’s owners wanted to sell it, we bought it so we knew we could keep using it,” said new vehicles, and people are waiting. This is a problem the entire industry is facing, and it affects our customers Larry. Revell’s ability to adapt to change while maintaining as well,” said Larry, “Ford has said they hope things will its core values for 85 years, has only prepared the com- improve in the new year.” The other big change that is happening is the influx of pany for unprecedented challenges over the last couple electric vehicles in place of gas-powered vehicles. Revof years. ell’s has a charging station and will be selling more and One of the challenges has been COVID. “We closed up for 2/12 weeks in March of 2020 when more electric vehicles in the coming years. Ford is committed to switching its entire production to the pandemic first hit. A few customers came into the shop saying they had just come back from Florida, and electric vehicles by 2036. The chances are pretty good that Revell’s will still be a everyone got pretty nervous. “When we re-opened, we had plexiglass installed and family run business in 2036, when it will turn 100. The next generation of leaders are already working we did not have the waiting room open, and it still isn’t open, but we have been able to serve our customers and their way through the business. Larry’s sons Nathan and bring back our employees, which was important to us, Josh, and Al’s son Brad have all been working at Revell’s and to the community since we are one of the largest for several years in different capacities. Change and stability are reflected in the mission and values statements that were adopted years ago. Our Mission: Serve each customer as we would like to be served with the highest possible integrity, respect and consideration. Our Values: We value our founder's vision and wish to preserve it, intense focus on the quality of our work, courtesy and consideration towards our staff, courtesy and consideration towards our customers. ■

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Improve Your Strength & Balance One of the best ways you can reduce your risk of slipping, tripping and falling is to improve your strength and balance. Almost any kind of physical activity is helpful – but some activities deliver greater benefits than others. Strengthening your leg muscles can reduce the chance of falling if you do lose your balance. Strong legs will stabilize you and can make the difference between staying on your feet and hitting the ground. Exercises that target specific leg muscles can be easily done at home. For example: Leg extensions: This exercise can be done while watching TV or sitting at the kitchen table. While seated, straighten-out one leg and gently lift it off the ground to a height that’s comfortable for you. Hold for 10 seconds if you can. Put that leg down. Extend and lift the other leg. As your strength grows, add ankle weights to give your legs even more of a workout. Keep these tips in mind when it comes to your balance: Have an annual eye examination, review your medications, vitamins and herbal supplements with your pharmacist or MD, eat regularly and ensure you drink enough non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages. Strength and balance work together to keep you steady. There are many activities that contribute to maintaining and improving balance – and help build strength. Swimming is a good choice if you enjoy the water. Cycling is appropriate for people who feel comfortable on a bike. Wear protective gear such as a helmet. Tai Chi benefits balance, strength, and flexibility. It also encourages mental focus, concentration, and calmness. Yoga can be adapted for any age. It offers benefits similar to Tai Chi. Golf gets you walking, and using a club requires balance and coordination. Dancing is a great workout for your legs.

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Small Business WeekTM - October 17-23, 2021

BDC’s Small Business Week is an annual celebration of entrepreneurship in Canada. The contributions of small business in Canada are immeasurable, making up 70% of all jobs in Canada and 30% of GDP. Simply put, the country could not maintain its standard of living without small businesses. The efforts of small business owners day in and day out are extraordinary in the best of years. We know this year has been particularly challenging, and we are not out of the woods yet, but the resilience of small business owners during these tough times is nothing short of astounding. On behalf of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), the Frontenac CFDC and the County of Frontenac, we want to give a heartfelt thanks to Frontenac businesses for all you do every day. And a reminder to all, buy Canadian and buy local.

Arden Batik

Sarah Hale first discovered the art of batik when teaching in Japan in 1967. The batik medium is a wax resist process; the designs are created with alternate applications of hot wax and dye. Some years later, after moving to the village of Arden, Sarah took a workshop in making batik, and found the process uniquely suited to capturing the colours and textures of Central Frontenac. Over the years, her local scenes have found homes around the world, but most often in the houses of people who also live, work, or cottage in this area and love the beauty of the Canadian Shield landscape. Besides framed artwork, Sarah makes original and reproduction cards, and the ever-popular name cards. Her shop also carries a selection of gifts from around the world.

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The Arden Batik shop is open by chance or appointment year-round. You are welcome to arrange for a visit (and often to watch the artist at work). Holiday cards are now available, and custom name cards can be ordered at any time. Contact Sarah Hale at 613-335-2073, slhale@yahoo.com, www.facebook.com/ardenbatik, or through www.ardenbatik.com.

Healing That Lasts! Homeopathy

Can Homeopathy help heal adverse effects of conventional medicine? Absolutely! We are seeing this right now in these crazy times. There are many ways to protect ourselves and one of the best ways is to vigorously support our immune systems. No matter what your choices have been or will be, there is a Homeopathic solution to support you! Contact me to discuss. Consultations are by appointment only at the Snow Road, Perth, and Kanata offices with all Covid-19 safety protocols in place. House calls available!

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uerst Hand Forged Metalwork. provides fabricated and hand forged metalwork for interior and exterior applications. Stefan and his team can accommodate everything from small projects like brackets to large railing installations. Having worked together with interior and landscape designers, architects and clients directly for almost 30 years, Stefan guarantees a flawless and easy

Back to Health is proud to have served their community with quality health care over the past 6 years, located in Battersea. The owner, Allison, has been a Registered Massage Therapist for 20 years and enjoys helping people with acute and chronic pain issues, stress, anxiety and overall wellness. Back to Health has 3 RMT’s to assist you with your specific health care goals. Whether you need help with headaches, back pain, neck pain, arthritis, joint pain, tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, muscle spasms/cramps, jaw pain, tinnitus, asthma, digestive problems, BACK TO HEALTH is here to help!

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Cardinal Café & Shop

Breakfast ● Lunch ● Croissants ● Doughnuts Espresso ● Coffee ● Tea ● Golly Gosh Ice Cream

The Café management and staff would like to thank all of you, our loyal patrons, for your continued support throughout the seasons. We are committed to providing Sharbot Lake and area with top quality coffee, baked goods. Stay up-to-date with seasonal hours please follow us on Facebook & Instagram.

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We offer a wide range of programs for our community, including:

process including design, fabrication, surface treatment and installation. Scope of projects: brackets/ furniture/ curtain rods/ railings/ interior decor/ landscape accents/ garden ornaments/ fire place tools/ balconies/ gates/ fencing/ etc. Contact us for a free consultation and estimate at 613.329.8096 or duerst@gmail.com. www.duersthfm.com

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For more than 40 years, Gino’s Pizza and Spaghetti has perfected the art of oldfashioned Italian eats! Utilizing generational recipes, our menu is made fresh daily using our own blend of spices, sauces, locally sourced meats and vegetables! Never frozen! AND, we’re powering deliveries everywhere in the township! From your back porch to your hunting camp, call us and we’ll be there with the pizzas, pastas, side dishes, breads, salads, finger foods, homemade desserts and beverages you love! Did you know we’re now offering Pop Shoppe, Tahitian Treat and more!? Ask for a speciality drink with YOUR next meal! PLUS! We’re now pleased to be serving

Did you know that small and medium-sized businesses contribute 41% of Canada’s gross domestic product? The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is the only bank dedicated exclusively to entrepreneurs. Celebrate entrepreneurship during BDC Small Business Week #BDCsbw and help fuel our country’s entrepreneurial spirit!

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Since its creation, Propane Levac Propane inc. has always acted as an economic leader within its community. The head office, which is in St-Isidore, in eastern Ontario, employs more than 75 people. It has also enabled the creation of many new jobs at each of its branches located in Perth, Kingston, Kazabazua and at its two rail terminal strategically located in Montreal and Prescott. It is our pleasure to offer personalized, fast and quality service for all your residential, commercial, and agricultural propane needs. Over the years, we have built a competent and dynamic team that works every day to ensure your comfort and peace of mind. Our experienced employees and their commitment to

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october 21, 2021 Cheesecakery Bakery! Share with a friend, or enjoy these local decadents all for yourself! 3 flavours to choose from Chocolate, Skoramel & Cherry! Enjoy weekly discounts, like our 1 Topping Medium Pizzas, just $8.85 (plus tax) every Monday - Wednesday when you drop by and see us! ALSO! Take advantage of our Take and Bake option - we set it up, you take it home to finish in your own oven when you’re ready! Gluten-free and vegan options now available. Prefer online ordering? Click on orderginos.ca in your favourite browser, or through our Facebook page! Sempre Fresco. Always fresh. Sempre Fatto in Casa. Always homemade. Sempre Delizioso. Always delicious. 4937 RD 38, Harrowsmith • orderginos.ca

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Seeds Chartered Professional Accountants has its roots firmly planted in Frontenac County – but its branches extend to Kingston, Toronto and beyond. Five years ago this November, owner Sam Araj bought the successful Sharbot Lake-based business from Ryan Seeds, with an eye to maintaining its County clientele and expanding services, both locally and on a regional and provincial scope. Today, Seeds CPA helps a wide spectrum of businesses, large and small, to grow profits, minimize taxes and increase their cash flow, through proactive, strategic advice. We also help not-for-profits strengthen board governance, become audit compliant and improve funding. Our trusted, experienced team brings expertise in sports

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Employment Service St. Lawrence College Employment Service located at 1099 Garrett Street Sharbot Lake is a one stop shop for all your employment needs!

Sam Araj (far right) with the Seeds team

and entertainment, construction and retail, tourism and recreation, family health teams, and community living organizations. Serving Frontenac County since 1979, Seeds welcomes individuals and businesses seeking to thrive and prosper in a post-pandemic world.

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Stop by our office to get the most up-to-date career opportunities. We provide job seekers with all the tools necessary to make a positive impression on potential employers. From resume writing to preparing for the interview, St. Lawrence College Employment Services will help you build your future. Utilize our job board to assist you in finding and getting your next job. Access our industry-leading job board and find a job in your field from real local employers. Get in-person assistance & employment help from our resource center. Or use our online employment tools to improve all aspects of your job search, from resume building to interview preparation and career assessments. Feel free to contact us to help you get started!

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Real Estate in the Land O’ Lakes, 2021 T.R. MacMunn & Sons is a sign manufacturer, located in Mountain Grove. Now in their 26th year of operation, they design & produce carved & sandblasted dimensional signs. While most of their work comes from within the Frontenac News coverage area, an informal partnership with Laird Signs in Algoma allows them to also offer printed signs & vehicle graphics. This “partnership” with Laird signs has opened up new markets on Manitoulin & along Lake Huron’s north shore. Please visit “T.R.MacMunn & Sons” on Facebook to view our on-line portfolio or cal 613-929-9469

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while the demand seems steady, listings are still limited. Keep us busy! Colleagues Diana Walker, Larry Zadjlik & I are ready & waiting for more listings to present to keenly interested buyers. Check out our website for listing updates: www.landolakesproperty.com.

Chris Winney,

Broker chris@landolakesproperty.com

Bookmark our website (www.landolakesproperty.com) for current listings. Call our Northbrook office: 613-336-1737 for Information or to schedule showings

Verona Hardware Limited 6723 Main St., Verona

613-374-2851

Serving your community since 1987

Owners Chad and Nicole Van Camp invite you to stop by the Hardware and see what 92 years of experience looks like. With their national partner, they carry a full line of major appliances ordering direct from the manufacturer to keep costs down and adding better value to the consumer. All appliances come with free delivery and removal of your old unit. (Some exceptions apply). Shop at home with Rona.ca to see thousands of items available to you from your local store by ordering online or calling the store direct for an order. The Hardware

• Water Softeners • Pumps & Pressure Systems • Heating, Ventillation & Air Conditioning • Video Sewer Inspection • New Home Plumbing • Renovations • Fully Licensed & Insured Office: 613-267-5206 Toll Free: 1-800-645-9639 www.valleywatertreatment.ca

Christine and Ed Chaplin recently took over ownership of Springwood Cottage Resort in March 2021, after working in the Ottawa area for many years mostly in the High-Tech industry in HR and Finance. The couple have been working hard to personalize and improve the onsite cottages, store and marina. They are excited to be part of Frontenac community and look forward to working with others in the area. Springwood Cottage Resort has 18 rental cottages, with half a dozen available on a year-round basis. The resort also has an onsite general store and marina/outfitters. The general store offers guests, nearby cottagers and local residents an assortment of basic grocery & household necessities, fishing & outdoor gear, branded merchandise, children’s toys, candy & confectionary items

The unusual has now become the new normal in Land o’ Lakes real estate! After 15 years of participating as a vendor at the Toronto & Ottawa Cottage Life Shows, I was beginning to think that potential buyers of cottages had only a vague idea of our location & what made our area special. With COVID19, that all changed. We became the place to be safe & tucked into the natural beauty of the Canadian Shield with the most pristine lakes above Hwy 7. We were discovered & while there were many wanting to buy, the inventory was low. Prices skyrocketed for our region &

Christine and Ed Chaplin

and scooped Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream. The marina/outfitters provides motorized and nonmotorized boat/water toy rentals for guests, nearby cottagers and local residents alike. The store and marina are open from 9am-7pm in the summer months and from 11am-5pm throughout the rest of the year. To find out more or for inquiries please visit our website at www.SpringwoodCottageResort.ca; email info@SpringwoodCottageResort.ca, or call us at 613-335-5333.

Since January 2020, Tammy Watson has been successfully operating Trillium and Maple Woods Handywoman Services in North Frontenac, Central Frontenac, and Addington Highlands. She provides insured handywoman services for your home, cottage or business - for jobs that don’t need a contractor but are otherwise too complicated or time consuming. Tammy is a retired provincial Investigator and has always been the person to fix things whether those things were consumer legal rights or to assemble and repair items around the home. If you need cottage and property checks, yard maintenance, minor repairs, painting, or to tackle a list of honey-dos, she will deliver quality service at a fair price. She will ‘Get

Nicole & Chad Van Camp, Owners

is now featuring locally grown apples, pumpkins, and soon Canadian-grown Christmas trees.

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Stop In & See Our Large Selection Of Work Wear & Camo Clothing.

Tammy Watson, owner.

your To Do List Done’ and promises to always return your call. trilliumandmaplewoods@gmail.com Phone or text 905-404-5056 www.triliiumandmaplewoods.com

October 21, 2021

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Belong: in Sharbot Lake By Jeff Green

ne of the iconic business properties, the restaurant overlooking Sharbot Lake beach, is undergoing another change. It used to be Nickles, a convenience store with a lunch and baking counter. Then Giselle Beaupre did an extensive renovation and turned it into a restaurant, Grandma's Country Kitchen. Andrea and Steve Duggan bought it and opened Sunsets, before they sold it to Phil and Lorette Gray. Phil and Lorette Gray had been running the Maples, a restaurant and Pizza business, for a dozen years or so. Although they did OK in 2020, all things considered, and were in the midst of a very busy summer in 2021, they were ready to sell the Maples and retire. But who would want to buy a restaurant in 2021, a moment of uncertainty in an industry that was already in crisis before COVID stood it on its head, and in a village the size of Sharbot Lake? The worst kept secret in Sharbot Lake since mid-August has been that the Maples was being sold to Brad Long, a chef from Toronto, sending people scurrying to Google to find out who he was. Purchasing the Maples is another step in

Brad Long's evolution from large to small scale cooking. For 20 years he was responsible for feeding over 20 million people at the Air Canada Centre and BMO Field. Before that, he rebuilt the food program at the CN Tower. Since then, he has opened Cafe Belong in the Brickworks complex in Don Valley Park in Toronto, a restaurant that is devoted to the connection between growers, cooks, and eaters. When contacted last week, over the phone from Cafe Belong, where he expects to spend about 3 days a month now that he has moved to the Long Lake Road (he really likes the name of the road), Brad Long had a lot to say about the restaurant business and his commitment to bringing the “farm to table” food concept into practice. “Three percent of restaurants in North America prepare food from scratch” he said, “3%. I actually don't denigrate fast food restaurants. People are on the move, they need something to eat, and it is there for them. It's not great, and it's not something that should be eaten all the time. But I don't appreciate all the restaurants in the middle, that are selling pre-prepared food with all the trappings of dining, the fireplace and the table cloths. “ His concept is simple. Pay a fair price for the best ingredients, mostly from Ontario and as locally as possible, pay a fair wage to the cooks he trains and employs, and make delicious food for his customers, at a fair price, not a low price. He said that what COVID did for him, aside from making him change how he ran Cafe Belong because of social distancing, was to make him focus on his long term plan. “If you've always had the idea to do something, COVID made you make a decision about whether to do it now, or let it go. For me, that dream I had about opening a farm to table restaurant in a small town was

something I was really committed to doing, so it was like, why not now?” It is a major change, but in some ways it is also a return for him. He has been living with his family north of Stouffville, well away from downtown Toronto, and his roots are in Port Dover, in Norfolk County, on Lake Erie. The opportunity to buy a business and a house nearby with land appealed to him, and his family, wife Sheryl and 5 children, the youngest being 13, were ready for the change as well. The Maples closed late September, and the sale of the restaurant was finalised earlier this month. A crew has been working on a refurbishment ever since then. The kitchen will be completely re-equipped, but one of the features of the kitchen set up that attracted Long to the property, aside from the view of Sharbot Lake from the patio, was the layout of the kitchen, which will remain the same.

PAGE 11 There are two kitchens with a dish cleaning pit in between them, and ideal setup for Long. He plans to have the restaurant ready for take-away service, a major aspect of the business, by January (ish). Patio service will follow in the spring and summer. All of the food at Belong will be prepared fresh, and the menu will vary, with a focus on grilling, over deep fried preparation, but a lot of the details about what dishes will be served, and a marketing plan, will be determined by local circumstances, both from farms in the region and through networks that Long has developed over the years in Toronto. And the food will also be focused on the local market. Eventually, set menu dinners, paired with wines and cocktails, will also be coming.

Conclusion on page 13

Share Your Thoughts On KFPL's Branch Hours By Shayla Bradley hat’s the most valuable part of a library? You may be envisioning rare books or high-tech equipment. Those things are valuable, it’s true. But we can’t forget about the value of you, our patrons. The people using our programs, collections, and services make our branch buildings come alive. Are our branch hours aligned with your needs? We’re reviewing the hours of operation at all 16 KFPL locations and looking for you to give us that feedback. We really want to hear from our library users in Frontenac County! We are looking for about 10 minutes of your time to get feedback on situations like this. What are your preferred hours, and does your home branch offer those hours? Can you get to another location if you want or need to? Our current hours of operation were informed by a branch services review in

2004, and a branch services master plan and community consultation in 2010. We will use this latest round of feedback to help determine how we can best use our available hours to provide the best access to library service. You can find the survey online at https:// bit.ly/BranchHoursSurvey, or at https:// community.kfpl.ca under Branch Hours Review. Or, drop by a branch for a paper version! The survey closes on October 31, and we will publish a report on our community site, summarizing the feedback, by November 30. If you provide an email address when you complete the survey, we will also send you a copy of the report. Any resulting changes to our hours of operation would happen in 2022. We hope that KFPL branches are a lifetime source of stories and happy experiences for you and your family. Thank you for your help in reaching this goal! ■

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PLEVNA

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Rhonda Watkins 613-479-2447 rhonda139@gmail.com 613-264-5325

Elijah Abrams 416-276-3113 elijahabram16@gmail.com • That was quite the rainfall the other night. I’ve sure confirmed all the suspected low spots on my property after some big diggin has happened. Hope nobody got flooded too bad. We had a fresh litter of kittens show their cute little selves in the past couple weeks. Most recently, I tried to handle one and got bit. The adorable little fluff ball has needles for teeth and pierced my thumbnail. At the request of our local health unit, I’m getting treated on a rather long regimen of rabies inoculations. Happy to keep feeding the little guys, but I think my days of trying to cowboy them into the palm of my hands are past. I’m sure there is some sort of lesson in there. ‘Just cause it’s cute, doesn’t mean it don’t have rabies.’ Or something to that effect. • Happy 3rd birthday to my little buddy Gracie!! Hope your day was real special, kid! Stay safe and have fun!!

• I hope everybody enjoyed their Thanksgiving weekend! We had our element burn out in our oven that weekend and I was having a terrible time finding a replacement element. Well, I found a fella in Perth named Fred Pierman, who retired from Perth Home Hardware and opened up his company, Pierman’s Parts and Pieces! He specializes in fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, vacuums, motors, central vacs, dishwashers, BBQ’s and trailer & RV parts! His phone number is 613 2672188 or 613 812-2190. He was quick, helpful and had the element I needed, so saved us having to buy a new stove! Our family really appreciated his superior and reasonably priced customer service!! • Rural Frontenac Community Services invites you to join their Youth Program with your costumes for a Halloween Party!! The fun will begin on Tuesday, October 26th from 4-5pm at the Clar-Mill Hall!! There will be games, crafts and goodie bags! Activities will be most suited for youth between the ages of 6-12 and

Celebration of Life

OBITUARY

Barr, Patricia Mary At Kingston General Hospital on Tuesday October 5, 2021. In her 72nd year, beloved wife of Lee Dillabough. Predeceased by parents Janet and Carl Barr and brother Joe. Pat was well known in her community, volunteering on many committees and serving for several years as a councilor for South Frontenac township. Friends will be received at Burridge United Church 97 Greenbay Rd. on Saturday October 23rd between 10-12am. Due to covid limits a private family service will follow at 1:30pm. Memorial donations may be made to Burridge United Church.

Wilna Susanna Whan (Burke) Peacefully, at the Kingston Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, October 9, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Auldin Whan. Loving mother of Barry, Janice (the late Orie Thompson) and Debbie Whan. Pre-deceased by her parents Richard & Beatrice Burke, her brother Murve Burke and sister Phyllis Thomas. Wilna will be fondly remembered by Doug & Eileen Whan, Harry & Sylvia Whan, Edith England, her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She will surely be missed by her affectionate furry friend Daisy at home. The family received friends at the Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham on Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12-1pm. The Funeral Service followed in the funeral home at 1pm with an interment at the Oconto Cemetery. Friends desiring may contribute in her memory to the local Humane Society with appreciation. We extend a sincere thank you to Gilbert Whan, Peter Ryttersgaard and the Bath Road Baptist Church for their support as well as the Dr.’s, nurses, staff at KGH, St. Elizabeth, Paramed and the Smile Program for the extraordinary care our mom received. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com

Fresh Flowers for all Occasions • Weddings • Birthdays • Anniversaries • Newborn • Special Holidays • Boutonnieres & Corsages We deliver to Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham & Now to Milestone Funeral Centre, Northbrook.

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their families! On site Covid screening will be done and facemasks will be required when social distancing isn’t possible. • Congratulations to Eric Tobias and his staff at Tobias Pharmacy in Northbrook on Celebrating 10 years in business!! If you need a prescription filled or a Covid vaccine, this is the place to go! They are so helpful and accommodating there and they have a great selection of Beautiful Hallmark greeting cards! • Holly Labow at Polished Spa Services has a great deal right now on travel-sized Gehwol Foot Cream at $3.99 and get one free! The 20ml is perfectly suited for your carry-on or to use as a stocking stuffer. This generous sale ends October 30th while supplies last! • Don’t forget that if you need to print off your hunting tags or your Covid vaccine receipts, or perhaps place a liquor order to be delivered to our Plevna Liquor store, our Plevna Library services including public internet computers and a printer are open on Tuesday and Thursday from 2-4 & 5-7 and Friday & Saturday 10-1. There are also just publicinternet

October 21, 2021 services available on Monday and Wednesday from 5-8pm and Saturday 1-5pm. • Please keep Leeanna White in your prayers right now, our Community Matriarch had a terrible fall and is currently healing up at the Napanee Hospital. If you wish to send Lee a get-well card, you can forward them to Room 119 at the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital in Napanee. • Please keep my husband Lonnie Watkins in your prayers this week too, as he is going in for his hip resurfacing surgery on Oct 19th. By the time you read this, hopefully he will be home and beginning his healing process. We would appreciate any tips or advice from people that have had hip surgery in the past, we want to make sure we do everything we can to help Lonnie heal up nicely!! • One final note: Thank you very much to Jerry White for helping us with our leaking kitchen sink faucet last Sunday night and to Dan Weber for helping us fix our broken thermostat in the house. Sometimes miracles are just good people with kind hearts!

Shabomeka Lake Dam Rehabilitation Construction will begin at the dam on the week of November 15, 2021. In December, the earth embankments will be rehabilitated through the installation of a soil-cement-bentonite cut-off wall, riprap protection and crest heightening. In addition, the north embankment will have an emergency overflow spillway installed. Final inspections and site cleanup will take place in January, 2022. To aid construction, Shabomeka Lake will be held 30 cm lower than normal until the spring freshet. Temporary access to the north shore will be provided downstream of the worksite for the duration of the project. For project updates, please visit www.mvc.on.ca/shabomeka.

Thank you for your patience and support as we complete this important project! 613-253-0006 info@mvc.on.ca 10,970 Highway 7 Carleton Place On. K7C 3P1

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Belong Continued from p11

The Classifieds Ad Rates: Classified Text ads: $10.62 + HST per insertion for 20 words & under; 20¢ each extra word. Deadline: 4 pm Monday; Ph: 613-279-3150, Fax: 613-279-3172; info@frontenacnews.ca

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

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

NEW APPLIANCES

At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from. We Sell Gas Refrigerators

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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.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

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Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

AUTOMOTIVE

KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. Car & truck parts. Used cars, $600 & up. We take tradeins. We buy farm equipment, tractors, loaders for parts. 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613885-8644 KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

FOR RENT

1 BEDROOM IN 4-PLEX, Kaladar. References, 1st and last, required, $600 plus hydro. Available Nov. 1 – 416-554-9746 Fully furnished, 1 bedroom bungalow for rent for 4 months - Dec 1-March 31st 2022. It's bright and cheery, fully winterized, with full internet and an office which is perfect for remote working, and it's ideal for anyone looking for a winter escape. Located on a quiet lake in Hartington between Westport, Verona and Sydenham - it's close to hiking trails, there's easy cross-country skiing, skating and the skies are star-filled. Please call or text for details: 647-588-3232

FOR SALE

3hp tiller, 16”w $200; 3hp lawn mower $30; Treadmill, low mileage, paid $700 new, asking $100; Eliptical, paid $600 new, BO; Coleman propane heater 45,000 btu $30. Scott 613-335-5420

The Township is seeking proposals from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following request:

Request For Proposal (RFP) RFP 2021-23 Asset Management Plan Update

FOR SALE

CENTRAL BOILER Classic OUTDOOR FURNACES can eliminate your high heating bill. Buy NOW and save up to $550! Call today 613-539-9073. www.thefurnacebroker.com CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES offer the Classic, the Maxim and the New Edge. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca FIREWOOD, mixed hardwood, cut-split & delivered. Call for pricing 613-279-2048 or 613530-0484 FIREWOOD, mixed wood mostly maple, 70% split, 10% 1.5-3” rounds, $50/face cord. Pick up only, NO DELIVERY. Scott 613-335-5420. SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com

FUNDRAISING

Swimathon for Perth and District Indoor Pool. David Yerxa. To sponsor, call 1-613-3902343. Please no texts.

JUNK REMOVAL

JUNK REMOVAL, etc. 10 and 18 cubic yard box rentals, You load, we load. 613-336-0708, 613-305-3775, synwin06@gmail.com

SERVICES ANYTHING METAL

FREE DROP OFF, just south of 1364 Fish Creek RD: fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, ‘anything metal’. Call 613-3756377, leave message HANDYMAN SERVICE. 40 years experience. No job too small. Repairs, renovations, problem solving. Call Lloyd Hartwick, 613-539-2544 LOCAL BUILDER with Backhoe - Looking for residential work. Experience in all aspects of residential home construction and landscaping. Builder/Backhoe operator with 25 years experience. Located in Verona. servicing South Frontenac and Sharbot Lake areas. Please call or text 613-328-3586. PAINTING - Drywall & Plaster Repair, Interior/ Exterior Painting. Call Eric at Men In White 613-200-1127. WSIB compliant, fully insured. PHOTOCOPY SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, 1095 Garrett St., rear building, Sharbot Lake. Competitive prices! 8½” x 11” Black & White 25¢ ea; Colour copies 60¢ ea. 613-279-3150. PUMP REPAIR: Licenced well technician on staff with 15 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851

TOWING

B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery. James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

WANTED TO BUY

STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.

Tender documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, may be obtained from Biddingo.com or by email request to financialsupport@northfrontenac.ca

58 YEAR OLD bachelor, non-smoker, no pets, looking for a small apartment or room to rent in North Frontenac area. Handyman on a pension. 613-484-2448

Contractor / Firm(s) must have current WSIB and appropriate liability insurance coverage as indicated by the Request for Proposal documents.

Attention: Terry Maisonneuve, Edward and Valerie Knight, David Gallant, Lyne Desbiens

Please direct any specific inquiries to the undersigned. Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, as per the Submission instructions in the RFP document: “RFP 2021-23 Asset Management Plan Update” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer cao@northfrontenac.ca

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WANTED TO RENT

Please be aware that your trailers and belongings have been secured at Trailer Sales (formerly operating as Woodcrest Trailer Sales) located at 12541 Highway 41, Northbrook, ON. K0H 2B0. If you do not contact 803752 Ontario Ltd (Formerly operating as Woodcrest Resort Park) within 60 days of this notice then your trailer and belongings will be disposed of without further notice to you.You may contact us at 1-613-354-2991.

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“I still need to do a lot of research. I'll have to go to the Ottawa Valley, and I'm looking forward to meeting a bunch of new people,” he said. “I can't make people like my food, but I can make them feel they are honoured, whether I buy ingredients from them, employ them, or feed them.” One thing is certain, Brad Long is 'all in' for this project.

The result will be that Sharbot Lake, and mainland Frontenac County, will have its first farm to table restaurant in 2022. That will have an impact on small scale farmers, locally and regionally, for those who are interested in developing cooking and restaurant skills, for local eaters, tourism and the local economy generally. It'sw a long way from Nickles Convenience Store ■

FORM 6 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Municipal Act, 2001 Ontario Regulation 181/03, Municipal Tax Sale Rules

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 November 4, 2021, at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake. Submitted tenders will be opened via Zoom. Please click on the link below. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81274734750?pwd=RllpRmhKSWREczN6d2h0c1ExSE N2Zz09 Description of Lands:Description of Lands: 1. Roll No. 10 39 030 010 35700 0000; 1016 Ann Street, Arden; PIN 36166-0207 (LT); PT LT 2 BLK 3 PL 46 AS IN FR759426; CENTRAL FRONTENAC; File No. 19-01 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $51,000 Minimum tender amount: $8,378.84 2. Roll No. 10 39 040 020 03010 0000; Road 38, Central Frontenac; PIN 36156-0282 (LT); PT LT 20 CON 3 HINCHINBROOKE PT 2 13R19273; S/T HIH5162; CENTRAL FRONTENAC EXCEPT FORFEITED MINING RIGHTS, IF ANY; File No. 19-05 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $10,600 Minimum tender amount: $5,997.01 3. Roll No. 10 39 060 020 05504 0000; Hill Top Road, Central Frontenac; PIN 36223-0033 (LT); PT LT 7 CON 5 OLDEN PT 2 13R19510; CENTRAL FRONTENAC EXCEPT FORFEITED MINING RIGHTS, IF ANY; File No. 19-11 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $15,500 Minimum tender amount: $6,085.82 4. Roll No. 10 39 070 010 30537 0000; 1180 Bolton Lane, Mountain Grove; PIN 36226-0158 (LT); LOT 17, PLAN 13M31; S/T EASMNT IN FAVOUR OF HYDRO ONE NETWORKS INC. AS IN LT35405; S/T EASMNT IN FAVOUR OF NORTH FRONTENAC TELEPHONE COMPANY AS IN LT35406; OLDEN/CENTRAL FRONTENAC; File No. 19-12 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $45,000 Minimum tender amount: $8,342.36

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5. Roll No. 10 39 070 020 21025 0000; Brewers Rd., Central Frontenac; PIN 36225-0145 (LT); PT LT 11 CON 10 OLDEN AS IN OLE3974 SW OF TRAVELLED RD (AKA BREWER RD) & N OF RAILWAY; CENTRAL FRONTENAC EXCEPT FORFEITED MINING RIGHTS, IF ANY; File No. 19-14 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $11,500 Minimum tender amount: $5,479.16 6. Roll No. 10 39 010 020 08305 0000; 2548B Henderson Rd., Arden; PIN 36173-0052 (LT); PT LT 28 CON 6 KENNEBEC PT 1, 13R13417; CENTRAL FRONTENAC; File No. 19-17 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $36,500 Minimum tender amount: $6,988.57 7. Roll No. 10 39 030 010 35900 0000; 1028 Queen St., Arden; PIN 36166-0232 (LT) and PIN 36166-0233 (LT); FIRSTLY: PT LT 1 BLK 6 PL 46 AS IN FR670722; S/T EXECUTION 97-0000072, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 97-0000193, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 97-0000962, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 98-0000088, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 98-0000929, IF ENFORCEABLE; CENTRAL FRONTENAC; SECONDLY: PT LT 1-2 BLK 6 PL 46 AS IN FR694258; S/T EXECUTION 97-0000072, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 970000193, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 97-0000962, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 98-0000088, IF ENFORCEABLE; S/T EXECUTION 98-0000929, IF ENFORCEABLE; CENTRAL FRONTENAC; File No. 19-19 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $13,400 Minimum tender amount: $38,196.90 8. Roll No. 10 39 010 030 01670 0000; Central Frontenac; PIN 36161-0027 (LT); PT LT 1 CON 3 KENNEBEC PT 1 & 2, 13R5966; S/T & T/W FR678270; CENTRAL FRONTENAC; File No. 18-17 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $75,000 Minimum tender amount: $14,829.84

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/ money order payable to the municipality. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, crown interests, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. Any interests of the Federal or Provincial Crown encumbering the land at the time of the tax sale will continue to encumber the land after the registration of the tax deed. The assessed value, according to the last returned assessment roll, may or may not be representative of the current market value of the property. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. A copy of the prescribed form of tender is available on the website of the Government of Ontario Central Forms Repository under the listing for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: J. Michael McGovern, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 Ext 224 www.centralfrontenac.com

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By Wilma Kenny Hinchinbrooke Road Partial Reopening Anticipated for End of October Following recommendations from the geotechnical engineering review, South Frontenac Township staff have been carrying out grading adjustments within the work zone in preparation for reopening of Hinchinbrooke Road to traffic. Additional barrier systems and temporary traffic control signage will be put in place ahead of the partial reopening to help communicate lane restrictions and safety parameters. “Knowing that a full road reopening wasn’t possible until the spring, it was important that the Township did everything we could to provide some type of passthrough access over the winter months to help alleviate traffic concerns,” said Mayor Ron Vandewal. “Safety remains a priority at this location, and staff have been working diligently to ensure the appropriate traffic controls and signage will be in place ahead of any road reopening.” Additional questions can be directed to Troy Dunlop, Manager of Technical Services and Infrastructure at 613-3763027 ext.3333 or via email to pwsupport@southfrontenac.net.

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By Jeff Green COVID outbreak at Maple Country Home and Farm, in Inverary, that was announced October 12, led to the temporary closure of the store by owners Suzanne and Kevin Bovey. While the outbreak has not been declared over yet, the majority of those who were impacted have fully recovered, and the store has now reopened. “We are OPEN again!” the Bovey’s posted on the store Facebook page on Monday, October 18, adding, “we want to thank all of our customers and friends for being so supportive over the last week, from the calls, texts, offers of food, and just generally being concerned about our well being. The last week was so very stressful and difficult, the worry about our staff, customers and community was overwhelming. We couldn’t have done it without all of you and the wonderful people at KFL&A public health.” In a demonstration of how quickly the COVID virus is able to spread, a total of 17 cases are associated with the Maple Country outbreak, directly and indirectly, many of them among South Frontenac residents. Fortunately, the outbreak has not resulted in any serious cases requiring hospitalisation. As of Tuesday, October 19, all but 5 of the

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cases had resolved. There were 15 new cases in South Frontenac between October 11 and 18, bringing the total for the entire pandemic to 136. That is still well under the infection rate for the City of Kingston or for Central Frontenac Township, on a per capita basis. Overall, there were 35 active cases in the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Region as of October 19. 26 of those cases came from the preceding seven days, and the positive testing rate stood at 0.9% Under the old colour coded system, that would put KFL&A in the yellow zone at this time. On October 18, 11 new COVID cases were confirmed in KFL&A, covering the preceding week. On Tuesday, October 19, 3 additional cases were confirmed 88.8% of KFL&A residents have had one dose of vaccine, and with about 720 getting a dose each week, the 90% target will be reached by mid-November, if the rate does not slow. As for full vaccination, the current percentage is 84.5%, and with about 1150 per week, getting a second dose currently, the 90% threshold will be reached by mid December, if the current rate is maintained. ■

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Local Groups Celebrate The Payout From The Verona Car Show by Jeff Green couple of dozen people enjoyed a meal together at the Verona Lions Hall last Tuesday. In these times, just having a communal meal is something to celebrate, but in this case there was more. Last month's car show brought in over $15,000 and the Lions were pleased to be able to present $11,500 of that money to 4 local organisations. “We based how much we gave each group on their need, and on the effort they made to help us pull off the car show, which requires a lot of volunteer work,” said Doreen Morey. The show organisers John and Julie Nizman from Last Chance Auto in Moscow, were on hand for the presentations. “It's a real thrill for us to see the money that the show was able to generate be handed out to these important organisations in the

Verona area,” said John Nizman, “the Lions do a great job. We are looking forward to next year's car show, when things should be opened up a bit more.” Among the recipients, the largest amount, $5,000, went to the South Frontenac Museum, which was represented by John McDougall. The Minor Softball Association, represented by Tabitha Lawson-Morton, took in $3,000. The South Frontenac Scouts, represented by Beth Freeland, received $2,000 in addition to the profits from soft drink sales, and David Townsend was on hand from Southern Frontenac Community Services to receive a $1,500 cheque. In addition, $800 worth of food, collected at the car show, went to the Verona Free Methodist Church food program. One thousand dollars raised through a 50/50 draw at the show went into the Lions’ Lottery account, which goes to local chari-

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South Frontenac begins 2022 Budget process with Public Survey As South Frontenac prepares for the 2022 budget year ahead, Council is looking for input from residents to help inform the decision making process as a first step in the budget’s development. With this in mind, the Township is asking residents to participate in a pre-budget survey through its new public consultation platform, EngageFrontenac.ca. Council will receive all citizen feedback in advance of their review of the proposed 2022 budget. Further input opportunities will be available throughout the budget process later this year, including opportunities for delegations to Council.

Spooky South Frontenac House Decorating Contest Decorate your front yard and enter into the contest for your chance to win a $75 gift card to a local business! The Spooky South Frontenac Contest is back for its second year with three new fa-boo-lous categories: Spookiest (most frightening display), Give ‘Em Pumpkin to Talk About (best jack-o-lantern display), and Bold & Boo-tiful (best fall themed display). Our panel of judges, the ‘Creepy Crew’, will rank the entries and the highest ranking house in each category will win! The winners will be announced on Friday, October 29th, all entries will be promoted on the Township’s website and social media pages and families will be encouraged to take a tour of the community and celebrate the spirit! To enter, you must submit an entry form and up to three (3) photos of your display by October 27th. Visit www.southfrontenac.net/spooky/ for more details and to enter.

Second Intake Now Open: 2021 Lake Ecosystem Grant Program – Apply Now! The Township is accepting applications for the Lake Ecosystem Grant Program until October 29, 2021. The program is designed to support projects focused on encouraging the preservation, restoration, monitoring and analysis of lake ecosystems within South Frontenac. The program is open to not for profit community groups such as Lake or Lane Associations. The Lake Ecosystem Grant Program will fund up to 75% of eligible projects, with a maximum project cost of $10,000; however, larger requests will be considered on an exceptional basis and if funding permits. For more information, visit www.southfrontenac.net/grants/ The Township is Preparing a New Official Plan for South Frontenac The new Official Plan is about how the Township will continue to grow, building on the foundation from growth management work, and planning for growth to 2040 by directing it to the right places to protect our key assets. Your input is critical to inform policy direction for the Official Plan, please join us on the Township’s social media, website or at www. engagefrontenac.ca for updates and way to participate. Planning We encourage inquiries to be submitted using email (planning@southfrontenac.net) or via our intake forms on our website at www.southfrontenac.net under Open for Business/Planning & Development. Prior to submitting a planning application, applicants are required to have a pre-consultation appointment with the planning staff. A pre-consultation meeting can be booked by calling ext. 2224. Booking a pre-consultation meeting helps us evaluate your application and provides you with important information about the process. Pre-consultation meetings will occur by phone or via zoom at this time. Earth Machine Composters – Price Increase Due to a rise in material prices, the Township has had to raise our Earth Machine composter prices to $50 taxes included each. This price change takes place September 1st, 2021. Composters, Blue Boxes and Blue Box Net Covers are all available at 2490 Keeley Road. Household Hazardous Waste Depot The Household Hazardous Waste Depot located at 2491 Keeley Rd in Sydenham will be open every Thursday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/ Household Hazardous Waste. Green Bay WDS - Fall Hour Changes Green Bay Disposal Site will be returning to its regular hours of operation - Fridays, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm as of Friday, October 15th. It will NOT be open on Sunday afternoons after this date. This site is for tagged household garbage and recycling only.

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Public Skating at the Frontenac Community Arena Public Skating starts again weekly each Sunday from 12:00 pm to 1:20 pm and Parent & Pre-school Skating each Wednesday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, at a cost of $2.50 per person. A CSA approved helmet with screen is recommended. For parent and pre-school skating, young children must be properly secured in stroller in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Stroller wheels must be cleaned and free of debris prior to being placed on the ice surface. 2020 Volunteer Appreciation Event Recognizing the criticalness of volunteers towards South Frontenac’s strategic vision; natural, vibrant and growing – a progressive rural leader, Council is eager to host the 2020 Volunteer Appreciation Event on November 13th, 2021. The ticketed event will be at the Verona Lion’s Hall from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, proof of vaccination is required and COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed, including limited capacity. As this is a recognition of 2020 volunteers, Council is hopeful that residents who either joined or continued to contribute to the volunteer work-force in the midst of the pandemic can make the event. For more details and to reserve your tickets, please visit www.southfrontenac.net/en/town-hall/ Volunteer-Recognition.aspx or call Tim Laprade, Manager of Recreation and Arena at 613-376-3027 ext. 2231.

TOWN HALL Upcoming Meetings • Council Meeting – October 19, 2021 at 7:00 pm • Community Programming & Events Committee Meeting on October 25th at 7:00 pm Electronic Participation Only For those who wish to participate electronically and to address an agenda item (related to a planning matter based on the statutory public meeting requirements) on a Council agenda or Committee of Adjustment agenda, please see our website – Featured Items and/or Calendar for the link to pre-register. Please register before noon on the day of each meeting to ensure you will be able to connect to the meeting. Additionally residents can listen to the meeting live through our Facebook page @SouthFrontenacTwp. Tenders & Request for Proposals • Request for Proposal FD-2021-04 - Consulting Services for a Joint Fire Station Location & Fleet Study – closes November 4, 2021 at Noon. The Townships of South Frontenac and Central Frontenac have identified the need for a Fire Station Location and Fleet Assets Study to ensure the most beneficial requirements to meet the needs and circumstances of their municipalities and fire protection services. See www.southfrontenac.net/tenders/ for more information.

Hinchinbrooke Road Partial Reopening Anticipated for End of October While a full reopening of the road will not be possible until the spring, the Township anticipates a partial reopening of Hinchinbrooke Road at this location by the end of October 2021. Residents are encouraged to obey traffic controls when using the narrow lane pass through on Hinchinbrooke Road this winter season. Additional questions can be directed to Troy Dunlop, Manager of Technical Services and Infrastructure at 613-376-3027 ext.3333 or via email to pwsupport@southfrontenac.net. Gilmour Point Park Beach in Battersea Temporarily Unsafe for Swimming On Friday September 17, 2021, the Kingston District Office of the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks received a notification regarding a possible harmful algal bloom at Gilmour Point Beach on Dog Lake in Battersea. Until samples can be taken and tested, the Township is recommending that residents temporarily refrain from swimming or entering the water at the beach, located at 1763 Wellington St. Battersea, until the Ministry of Environment can confirm that the adverse event has been resolved. Notice of Closing – Portion of Unopened Road Allowance 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 an unopened road allowance. Location: Closure and transfer of a portion of an Unopened Road Allowance between Concessions 10 & 11 District of Storrington, Township of South Frontenac And Take Notice, that any person who believes they may be adversely affected by the closure of such unopened road allowance has an opportunity to express their concerns at a meeting open to the public to be held on Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021 at 7:00 pm - electronic participation only via Zoom. There will NOT be any ability to attend the meeting in person to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The public may participate in the Public Meeting by registering to participate electronically through the Events Calendar on the Township’s website www.southfrontenac.net the week before the meeting. Any comments or concerns to the Township would be appreciated, in writing to Michelle Hannah, Planning Assistant at mhannah@southfrontenac.net, before the above noted date. Further documentation pertaining to this proposed unopened road allowance closure and sale can be found at: https:// www.southfrontenac.net/planning-applications/

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By Jayne Poolton-Turvey n August 19th, 1942 a combined operations force made up primarily of soldiers from the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division, landed on the beaches of Dieppe; also known as Operation Jubilee. The operation would be a full frontal assault on the heavily defended port town in northern France. The Canadians would be responsible for landing at the two inside flank beaches at Puys and Pourville, as well as the main beach in the town of Dieppe. Toronto’s Royal Regiment of Canada, would be selected to land at Puys, which for the purposes of the operation would be known as Blue Beach. The narrow beach, which was flanked on both sides by high cliffs, proved to be a killing ground for the men who landed there. With most of the Regiment landing just as daylight was breaking, the element of surprise was lost. Many of the men were mowed down by machine gun crossfire which swept the beach, as the men left the landing craft trying to reach the seawall, while running on the unstable rocky beach. The casualty numbers were staggering. Out of the 554 “Royals” who landed, 229 were killed or died of wounds, 264 were taken prisoner, only about 61 were evacuated to England. The goal of this project: “Dieppe Blue Beach - Every Man Remembered”, is to pay tribute to all 554 soldiers of The Royal Regiment of Canada who landed at Puys on that day. Created on Remembrance Day in 2015, Dieppe - Blue Beach - Every Man Remembered is a not-for-profit research

project that will honour every soldier from The Royal Regiment of Canada who landed at Dieppe on August 19, 1942. The end goal of the project is to create a memorial book including a photo and a story for each soldier. We have been able to find a photograph for all of these fallen heroes, except ten. One of the ten is Arden Arthur Armstrong (born November 1914) from Harrowsmith, Ontario, who was killed in action that day. His father and mother were Andrew and Katie Armstrong. Brothers were Leslie, Donald, Clarence, Theodore and a sister Gwendoline Ethel Armstrong. We have searched everywhere possible for the past five years trying to locate Arden’s photo, with absolutely no luck. I am hoping that someone in the area might have a connection to the Armstrong family, or be able to give us some direction as to where we might search. August 19, 2022 marks the 80th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid, and we will be going to Dieppe with the intention of honouring these heroes by placing their photos on their graves, as well as a flag. We want to ensure that Arden Armstrong is honoured along with his comrades and that he is remembered. We appreciate any help or recommendations available. Thank you! ■ Contact info: Jayne Poolton-Turvey – dieppebluebeach@gmail.com Website: www.dieppebluebeach.ca Facebook: Dieppe Blue Beach Every Man Remembered.

While Saturday’s rainstorms put a bit of a damper on the Northbrook Lions’ Harvestfest, undaunted, they just moved the whole thing indoors and observed covid protocols. The vendors market (pictured) went downstairs while the pancake breakfast and children’s games went upstairs. Lion Debbie Robillard said they served more than 60 breakfasts, including five takeouts and “every table was filled, every station busy for the kids games. Next for the Northbrook Lions comes the Christmas Market Extravaganza, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lions Hall. Photo/Craig Bakay

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