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December 2, 2021 Vol. 21, No. 48

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KFL&A Public Health Limits Private Gatherings To 10 As COVID Cases Rise by Jeff Green our weeks into the largest, and most deadly, local wave of the entire pandemic, Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington Public Health (KFLAPH) took matters into its own hands last Friday afternoon (November 26). Under his authority as the regional Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Piotr Oglaza issued an order under Section 22 (s. 22) of the Public Health Act restricting gatherings in private settings to a maximum of 10 people. In a virtual media conference just minutes after the order was announced, Dr. Oglaza described the order as a “targeted measure that is aimed at addressing the most common source of new cases in KFL&A in recent weeks.” He said that 48% of new cases over the preceding week had been spread at private gatherings where masking, and restrictions based on vaccination status are not applied. “We are not seeing cases stemming from indoor public settings [such as restaurants and gyms] where public health measures such as masking and vaccine passports are in place,” he said, “and that is why I did not include any new restrictions on those locations at this time. We are focussed on where the cases are being spread in KFL&A.” The new Section 22 order does not have an end date, and Dr. Oglaza said that it will remain in place until the recent surge in cases begins to ease. “Far from seeing a decrease in cases, we have not yet seen the beginnings of a plateau,” he said, adding that he will not be considering whether to lift the restrictions for the Christmas and New Year’s seasons until he sees whether the order has its desired effect and the case rate begins to slow.

by Jeff Green t one point, near the end of the KASSAA (Kingston Area Secondary School Athletic Association) Junior AAA football final at the CaraCo field in Kingston, the Sydenham Golden Eagles long time coach Karl Hammer was at a loss. “We have come so close to winning in the finals and semi-finals so often, and then lost, that I was thinking I need to leave, I’m a jinx on the team. ‘that’s it, I said to myself, I’m stepping aside” he said the day after the Golden Eagles held on for a 16-15 victory over their arch rivals from Lasalle High School in Kingston. The Golden Eagles made the KASSAA final the last time it was played in 2019, and lost 32-29 to Holy Cross, a team they had beat in the regular season. And the year before, in the 2018 semi-final, they were leading by two

touchdowns with a minute to go, and ended up losing. In this game, a familiar pattern seemed to be setting in on the helpless Golden Eagles team and coaching staff. The Golden Eagles got off to a fast start, and were leading 16-0 at one point. “The sun then went behind a cloud. It got really cold and it seemed to change the tone of the game. Lasalle came on. We couldn’t stop them and could not mount any offense. It was not a great feeling.” The turning point came when the Golden Eagles punter. Logan Hammer (a young of coach Karl) had the ball slip out of his hands and Lasalle recovered it and scored. Near the end of the game, while leading 16-13, the Golden Eagles surrendered a safety in order to improve

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South Frontenac Township Commits $750,000 Towards Grace Centre Upgrade by Jeff Green veryone at the South Frontenac Council table on November 23 expressed support for a proposal to upgrade the Grace Centre in Sydenham in order to allow the local food bank and administrative staff at Southern Frontenac Community Services (SFCS) to stop working in aging former portable classrooms. But, even a month after first learning about the project and the request that the township commit to $750,000 to kickstart a capital fundraising campaign towards an anticipated construction date late next year, some council members were still dealing with some 'sticker shock'. A staff report outlining three options for council, pegged potential commitments at three dollar levels: Option A - $250,000, Option B - $500,000, and Option C, $750,000. Based on the discussion at Council in late October, the source for any funding that Council decide upon would be the working reserve fund that the township has accumulated. The only potential impact on taxation will be the need to replenish those reserve funds in the future. Councillor Ron Sleeth said he supports the project and has been hearing a lot of support for SFCS among his constituents in Storrington. “As far as A,B, or C, I'm somewhere in the

middle” he said. Councillor Norm Roberts said he was “comfortable with something around $375,000. Deputy Mayor Alan Revill said he was “bias towards matching funding, providing a dollar for every dollar raised from the public, up to a set limit. Councillors, Sutherland, Morey and Ruttan all spoke in favour of a straight $750,000 commitment. Mayor Vandewal said that he has come to realise that “without the full commitment from the township, SFCS will have trouble raising the money they need to make the project a reality.” “We do not need to worry about matching funds because we know that the project will end up costing more than the $1.5 million in the original budget. I think we need to put up the $750,000 or the project will not happen,” he added. Indeed, in the staff report accompanying the support motion that council was considering, Chief Administrative Officer Neil Carbone wrote that “The total project cost was initially estimated to be $1.5 million, but SFCSC has updated that number to $1.85 million.” When the matter came to a vote, council unanimously supported a $750,000 com-

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South Frontenac Council Debates Vaccination Policy By Wilma Kenny sually, South Frontenac Council does not meet in the fourth week of a month. This November was different: they held three ‘special’ meetings, all of which can be watched on the Township’s Facebook page. November 23: Special Council, at 5:00: There were three presentations seeking inclusion in the budget process: The South Frontenac Museum Society is asking for placeholders in the budget to complete engineering studies at both Petworth and Bellrock mills, with the goal of securing the sites, preventing further deterioration, and beginning to work toward improving the mill sites (both of which are historically significant, spectacularly unsafe and belong to the Township), to the point where they can be safely opened to the public. Dustin Garrett presented a case for developing four volleyball courts at the Gerald Ball Memorial Park in Inverary. He was advised to seek some evidence of the degree of public interest in the project, and perhaps wait until the parks and recreation master plan was completed, so the courts could become a part of it. Shane Peters came with a request for the Township to participate in supporting Emergency Services Policing and Provincial Funding for hospital upgrades. However, Council advised him that these programs were a Provincial, not a Municipal responsibility. Discussion of Southern Frontenac Community Services’ special request for $750,000 toward their building project is covered in a separate article in this paper. November 23: Special Council, at 7:00

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www.greenshieldpestcontrol.com als without a medical or creed exemption to complete an education program and to cover the cost of twice-weekly rapid antigen testing;Prescribes suspension without pay for all employees who fail to provide proof of full vaccination or regular antigen tests;References Council’s Code of Conduct in addressing any failure to comply on the part of members of Council; Addresses the protection of personal information in accordance with legislation; Mandates full vaccination for volunteers serving on statutory committees; failing which, only virtual participation is permitted. All new employees would be required to have been fully vaccinated for at least 14 days to be eligible for employment. Discussion was lengthy: Councillor Ross Sutherland led off by saying that he had struggled with the question all day, and had concluded that the only policy he could support was one that made vaccination mandatory. “Anything less”, he said, “increases risks; rapid testing has proven highly unreliable, and statistics show that while only 0.31% of vaccinated people get covid, and of them, none go into ICU, 5% of unvaccinated people get covid, and many of them have gone into ICU, some have died.” Councillor Ruttan, speaking online, said he agreed with Sutherland, and Councillor Alan Revill said he also preferred to make vaccination mandatory. “Why not make it mandatory?” asked Councillor Ron Sleeth: “like the federal government - you’re either in or you’re out.” Many questions were asked: Councillor McDougall asked if this was the route the other townships and Frontenac County were following. Chief Administrator Neil Carbone said that Wolfe Island had quickly drawn up a (one-page) mandatory requirement, but Wolfe Island also has a very small staff, and has managed to stay covid-free throughout. He added that there was some concern that a mandatory policy might shut out a number of the volunteer firefighters, and the hope was that a lighter touch might persuade more of them to become vaccinated. Also, the twice-weekly testing is quite expensive ($30 to $50 a test, according to Treasurer Fragnito), and since staff would be required to pay for their

own tests, that might prove an incentive to vaccinate. Several council members asked what proportion of staff were not currently vaccinated: the answer was “We don’t know, but anecdotally, it would seem to be quite a small number.” McDougall said he had heard that exemptions on the basis of creed or medical condition were very broad, but Carbone said that these required very specific documentation, and were not easily obtained falsely. Councilor Doug Morey noted that currently staff were not required to provide proof of vaccination, and deferring the motion would just postpone the issue, and raise the risk to staff and public. “We’d just be kicking the can down the road. We need a policy now, even if we have to update it later.” Ron Sleeth asked who would administrate the weekly record-keeping. “The Human Relations and Legislative Compliance Officer will collect and file lists,” said Carbone Mayor Vandewal said, “At least, once staff declare (their status), we’ll know what we’re dealing with: I can’t imagine it will be a great number and this would give us a path of recourse.” Councillor Ray Leonard agreed: “Covid’s deadly: it’s the only way we’ll get this to stop; I want it to go through.” “I’d rather vote on it tonight, and get the process started, rather than postpone it by asking for something different,” said Vandewal. Carbone agreed: “If you defer this motion, you’d need to ask (for a motion) to make vaccination mandatory, or we would be just ‘kicking the can down the road’.” Leonard asked for a recorded vote: he, McDougall, Morey, Roberts and Vandewal voted in favour; Ruttan, Sutherland, and Sleeth voted against, having stated their preference for mandating total vaccination. Councillor Revill’s vote was inaudible. As a result. All Township employees including students, committee volunteers, volunteer fire fighters and members of Council will have to provide proof of full vaccination by January 17th, 2022 or be subject to twice weekly rapid antigen testing. ■

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I can not let this letter go without comment. My original article was about defacing the Canadian flag. How is that homophobic? In this cancel culture you do not need an valid argument against someone who disagrees with you, you simply use a slur against them.As for needing training, well I retired from the military as a Master Warrant Officer with 25 years in uniform. I do not owe you or anyone else an apology. - David Whalen

Re: Staff-Less Libraries

So many things to comment on in this past issue of Frontenac News [November 25]! And they all have to do with logic, and bureaucracy. To take just one on the first page, the Library plan to implement staff-less hours. Laura Carter, the head librarian, says relative to the protests, “Just having the funding does not mean this will go forward. There will be a public consultation before a final decision is made about the enhanced hours.“ Whoever heard of somebody having the money to make a purchase not actually making that purchase! And why, if public consultation was a value, would they not have held a consultation BEFORE hatching the plan in the first place? They were

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able to consult with other libraries-why not the people they’re trying to serve? And what, exactly, would be the criteria for having the money and not going forward with the project? Would they give the money back? Sure. It does sound like there is really no public demand for what she is offering. Why not check it out? And further, if they don’t get the funding, will they still hold a public consultation? I note that the consultation is not on whether or not to do the project, but just, “how you would like to have a decision you don’t want rammed down your throat?” Given that this is the second attempt by the library to implement staff-less hours, Laura‘s implication that the plan is not already decided is disingenuous at best. I don’t believe there was any consultation before or after the first 2018 proposal. Carter says it “could” benefit Frontenac County users. And maybe not. But, don’t let the users speak for themselves! KFPL board has a history of urban bias, and of acting covertly against clearly expressed Frontenac County service needs. - I was one of the 2 North Frontenac board members that were overruled on the closure of one of our rural branches in 2012. In that case two of the township councils had even sent formal motions against the decision. That they have not changed is evidenced by the fact that their one consultation was with the decidedly un-rural city of Hamilton. CUPE president Jillann Rothwell and Frontenac County residents are correct I SINCE 1970

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December 2, 2021 Sear’s Wish Book for our potential Christmas gifts. (I wonder what the hot toy is this year? Surly not a Tamagotchi or Cabbage Patch doll) It’s easy to lose sight of the excitement you feel as a kid leading up to things. Instead, as adults, we begin to dread colder weather and the inevitability of things being more difficult day to day because of the cold and snow. There are tons of things in the county to enjoy during the holiday season. • Meet and greet with the Claus’s in Sharbot Lake, on the rail bed across from the township offices there. That’ll be December 4th from 1-3pm. • Consider the Adopt A Grandparent program organized by Megan Crockford-Happy at the Sharbot Lake Retirement Retreat. Feel free to reach out to her at 613-331-2456. For $25 you could bring a lot of joy to someone.

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• Perth Road United Church announcements: Welcome back to in-person services: Sundays at 10 am, Perth Road Crescent. While in Stage 3, in-person services are limited to 25 people in the church. All COVID restrictions/protocols will be in place. Advent Challenge beginning Sun., Nov. 28 through Sun., Dec. 19. Donations of peanut butter, canned fish, and canned meat may be dropped off at the church prior to the Sunday service or at the Perth Road Store during regular business hours. Upcoming event: Christmas Eve Service at 7:00pm (Fri. Dec. 24) • Bake Sale: Leland Helping Hand is holding a Community Fundraiser Bake Sale at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Crescent, Saturday, December 4, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., or until sold out. Get your Christmas goodies early - there will be pies, breads, Christmas cookies and squares and many assorted baked goods. Come early, don't miss out. Leland Helping Hand provides funds for local charities and people in need.

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• Clarendon Central Public School would like to Thank everybody in the community who supported their deliciously sweet chocolate fundraiser! The chocolates are going to be delivered the week of December 12th. • Marilyn Taylor Dunham would like to send out a big thank you to everyone in the community for their generous donations to the food drive again this year. Thank you to Bill James at the North of 7 for allowing the Christmas bin to stay in the store to help collect the donations!! Special Thanks as well to Donna Lemke and The River of Life Church. • The Township of North Frontenac’s Mayor Ron Higgins and Matt Walker, Economic Development Officer officially congratulated Amy and Brian Kay on their opening of The Tweet Boutique in Cloyne! Whether you are a bird enthusiast or casual backyard watcher, this boutique is the place to purchase supplies to keep your feathered friends happy and healthy!! Did you know that some of her work has been featured in numerous publications? If you would like to stop by The Tweet Boutique for a peek it is located on the corner of hwy 41 and hwy 506. For more info, you can call 613 336-0200 or visit them on facebook or on their website www.thetweetboutique.com

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December 2, 2021 • Don’t forget to check out the local talent at The Palmerston Lake Marina Craft show this Saturday December 4th from 10am to 2pm. These talented vendors will help you check some items off your Christmas shopping list for sure! The treasures will include homemade soaps from Judy Vermeulen, Lovely Originals by Michelle Ross. Betty-Lou McCann Maly and Juliette Bozsik will both be there with their wonderfully festive and Unique Christmas Crafts and last, but certainly not least, Creative Effects by the lovely and talented Penny! • This is a very exciting week at the library for our community! To welcome in December, parents are picking up their advent books for the month! Somebody at Kingston Frontenac Public Library had the greatest idea to lend out 24 surprise picture books for parents to pick up wrapped and ready to open each night until Christmas eve! Or 16 books to open each night to celebrate Hannukah! A wonderful surprise every night to enjoy by the whole family!

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• What a weekend we had in our village last weekend. The spirit of Christmas has come to life in Sydenham. The tree lighting ceremony was enjoyed by young and old, as always. The gift of giving was a huge success with the stuff the cruiser event at Foodland. The local food bank and those who need that little helping hand to feed themselves or families appreciate it very much. • The parade, in a word, amazing. Thanks to all the participants who helped to make it what it was this year. Thank you to our South Frontenac Fire Department for coordinating. It was a parade to remember. The waves and wishing Merry Christmas to the participants and spectators is the gift our village can be most grateful for, small town and big hearts. • The Christmas lights are starting to look amazing as well. Make sure to take a drive to enjoy the lights, if anyone has any suggestions of good displays be sure to share it on the Sydenham Ontario Facebook group. • Well Monday November 29th was a memorable day for the Sydenham Golden Eagles junior boys football team. Congrats boys on you victory of 16-15 over Lasalle in the championship game. I hear it was an excellent game. You guys deserve to be proud.

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• The next event in the winter speaker series by the Friends of the Napanee River will be on Tuesday December 7 at 7 pm. Alex English, an avid local historian and researcher, will regale us with explosive stories from yesteryear when the upper Napanee Watershed was being developed by local farmers, lumberjacks, mill owners, and some "interesting" landowners. Alex will be speaking on: "Dynamited, Damaged, or Destroyed: An explosive history of the Upper Napanee River (1840 to1920)." Register for this Zoom event at www.FriendsNapaneeRiver.ca • Saturday, December 4 at 11 am. Santa Claus arrives at Nicole's Gifts for an outdoor visit and take-your-own-photos. This is a free event! • Free Christmas Day Dinner! If you are alone on Christmas Day, please register by December 17th for a free takeout only turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Call John and Sheila Steel at 613-374-2884 or Doug and Joyce Casement at 613-3743406. Dinners will be available for pickup between 11:30am and 12:30pm on Christmas Day at the Verona Lions Hall. • Paige Bank's last day at the Verona Post Office will be December 17. Paige will be accepting the position of postmaster at the Odessa post office. Congratulations Paige on your new position.

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event. The ringing in of the Christmas Season!! With many things still on the cancelled list how could you not enjoy Arden’s Holiday tradition. Thanks is extended to the Friends of Arden and their many “Elf” helpers for making this happen. • This year students of GREC designed one-of-a-kind Christmas Cards. These unique cards can be purchased at local stores for $5 per card or 5 for $20. • Have you got your raffle ticket for the Christmas basket yet?? Tickets are on sale till 11:30 December 2 with the draw December 3. The proceeds will support the United Way. • I have a special message … Season’s Greetings to all in Arden and a special hello to Sylvia Gray, with love from Jacqui Gaye and Aunt Bernetta Woodcock. • Do you have a special Christmas wish to extend to someone? Let me know and ‘l be glad to send it out for you. • Listen to the silence. It has so much to say.

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• A very happy birthday to my dear friend Kerrie! I hope you had a wonderful day and you enjoy your last year as a 20something-year-old. I would poke fun of you for getting older, but Michelle and I will turn 30 before you… So I better leave it be. • Wow! Thank you to Ila, Myrna and Sandra for reaching out about my sister’s mystery item! Looks like we have an answer – It’s a ‘pig’, when filled with hot water, it was used as a bed or foot warmer. There were supposed to be photos attached last week with the description, but they got left out. If you’re curious about the item, simply search ‘old pig foot warmer’ into Google and you’ll see what we’ve been scratching our heads over. Thanks again to all for solving that mystery! • Join the Creekside Bar & Grill on Sunday, December 5th at 12 noon for the 2nd annual Battersea Santa Parade! The parade starts and ends at the Battersea Ball Field and winds its way through the village. There will be a food drive in support of the Battersea United Church foodbank at the parade, so be sure to bring some canned goods or cash. Call Kyle to enter a float – 613-353-1102. • The Storrington Lions Club is hosting a foodbank drive in support of the Battersea United Church foodbank on December 10th. Drop off is from 1pm – 5pm at the Lions Club hall. The drive will go towards supporting the Church’s Christmas Basket Program. See the Facebook event for information about the items most needed (Facebook account not required to view). • Hot tip for cold weather: Never catch snowflakes on your tongue until all the birds have gone south for the winter.

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• Finnegan’s General Store is celebrating customer appreciation with their indoor photo backdrop. Come in and have your photo taken until Christmas and they’ll feature you on their FB page. You are invited to bring your own camera and use their backdrop! • Come on out and enjoy a special morning of storytelling, Christmas craft, and snack at the Flinton Public Library on Saturday December 4, 2021 from 10am to 4pm. Space is limited so please call 623-336-1091 to register. Proof of vaccination is required. • A new playgroup will be opening up in Northbrook this week. Designed specifically to get children up and moving, Busy Feet is a wonderful place to "Shake Your Sillies Out". To join us for some physical fun please go to www.picktime.com/LARC! Please bring comfortable clothes, water, and running shoes to the Lions Hall in Northbrook Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. commencing December 3, 2021. For more information contact 613-336-0125. • The land O’Lakes Community Services sends out this special reminder: “Just a reminder that our 37th annual Christmas Hamper program is in full swing. We are asking the community for non- perishable food items, new toys/children gifts and of course monetary donations are always helpful!” • The Lions Club of Land O’Lakes so excited for this year’s

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• Land O' Lakes Community Services has a delicious menu lineup for Meals on Wheels over the next few months. For Thursday, December 16th, the meal is beef pot roast, mashed potatoes with gravy, turnip, and a brownie for dessert. Thursday, December 23rd is soup and a roll, turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, carrots, cranberries and pumpkin pie. If anyone is interested in the meals, please contact Shelby at 613 336 8934 x226. • A special evening for the kids is coming up at the Denbigh library on Thursday, December 9th from 6-7pm. There will be stories, winter and Christmas crafts, and a snack. For more information, contact 613 333 1426. • This weekend the Denbigh Griffith Lions invite you to an oldfashioned outdoor market at the Lions Hall, 25991 HWY 41 in Griffith on Saturday, December 4th from 11am to 2pm. Jams, honey, maple syrup, soaps, and rag rugs are just a few of the items you will find at the market. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at noon, and will be handing out loot bags. Come and join in the Christmas fun! Call 613 333 1984 or 613 333 1094 for information. • The Denbigh Recreation Committee is hosting a stationary

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How The Cold Weather Can Have an Impact on Your Muscles and Tendons

You may find that as the weather gets colder, you may experience more aches and pains, and even feel like your muscles are stiffer. This is even more evident for workers who work outside in the winter, or individuals with certain ailments. The cold weather can increase the risk of suffering from musculoskeletal injuries and can even increase the intensity of certain musculoskeletal conditions. If you live with an arthritic condition you might find that your symptoms may be exacerbated by cold weather conditions, which can keep you away from doing the activities you enjoy. Conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis may not react well to sudden weather or atmospheric changes, which may worsen symptoms. Even without any specific conditions, most of us are very aware of how our bodies feel and move when we are cold – we may move slower and walk around when our muscles are tense and stiff. This can result in soreness that we may not experience otherwise. For those who work outside, be conscious of your working conditions. Feeling warm, safe and comfortable is important as heavy lifting and overexertion can increase risk of injury in colder temperatures. Here are a few things that can be done to prevent stiffness and musculoskeletal-related injuries during the winter months: Maintain an active lifestyle - make sure you are doing some form of physical activity to exercise your muscles and joints Dress warmly and do not stay out in the cold for too long - wear proper clothing to keep your body warm and protected from the cold Wear proper boots that are waterproof and warm, and have good treads to prevent falls Wear a warm hat - keeping your head warm reduces the amount of body heat that escapes from your head.

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Festive Ride Program, Cottage Safety

The Festive RIDE program is now underway in Frontenac County, and Detachment Commander Sgt. Marty McConnel would like to remind residents that they do not have to depend only on the RIDE program to help keep the roads safe from impaired drivers. “It is great to see that last year the Citizen's of Ontario made over 10,000 calls to report erratic drivers. Those calls helped keep the roads safer. 29 people lost their lives last year in collisions due to alcohol and drugs,” Sgt. McConnel said last Friday in a phone call with the News. He also wanted to remind people that when an officer OPP stops a car at a RIDE program or for another lawful reason, the officer can demand that the operator of the vehicle undergo a sobriety test. The Festive RIDE program runs until January 3rd. RIDE stops can be set up at any time of day. “We are also putting out information at this time for seasonal residents who may be leaving their properties vacant over the winter months,” he said. The Frontenac OPP recently put out a list of crime prevention tips seasonal property owners. They include the following: "Use quality locks on windows, doors and sheds - Close window curtains and blinds and put up shutters - Take your valuables with you - electronics, personal items and tools - Remove all firearms or weapons - Shut down Wi-Fi - snd finally, get to know your neighbours who have permanent homes in the area and ask if they check the property and keep them up to date if you plan to have maintenance done by a contractor.

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NAEC Shop Class Gets To Work For The Daycare Kids by Jeff Green ince 2019, daycare services for children in Addington Highlands and North Frontenac, have been available at a centre that is based out of North Addington Education Centre (NAEC) in Cloyne. The Daycare is independently operated by Lennox and Addington Resources for Children (LARC). “Kids at the daycare saw the playhouse in the kindergarten yard, that was built by the students in the shop program at NAEC, so we approached the shop class to see if they had an opening to make one for our yard, and they came through for us,” said Hannah Lough, the Centre's Director. “We are hoping that they will be able to make us a mud kitchen next.” The daycare has also benefited from a contribution of $1,000 from Addington Highlands Township towards the yard. “The kids really enjoy the yard improvements,” she said, “it is very exciting for them.” The LARC daycare centre has a capacity of 39 children. It is a licensed centre and subsidies are available for local families to help cover daycare fees. “The shop class has been great to work with. I think they like the idea of making something for the kids in their own community.” ■

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Council Size Reduction To Be On Ballot In ’22 Central Frontenac Election

By Craig Bakay hile a bylaw to reduce the number of councillors was on Central Frontenac’s Nov. 27 (online) Council meeting agenda, it never got to a vote as Council decided to take the question to the electorate for the 2022 municipal election. The exact wording of the question that will be on the ballot is still to be determined but will be something to the effect of ‘are you in favour of reducing Council size to five from the current nine?’ CAO/Clerk Cathy MacMunn told Council that if a simple majority of electors votes, the results will be binding on the new Council elected in 2026. “I don’t think we received enough input (at the online public meeting and emails) to make this decision,” said Dep. Mayor Nicki Gowdy. “We got about a 0.02 per cent response,” said Coun. Brent Cameron. “In no way is that representative of the community will.” Some councillors were concerned about workloads should the number of councillors be reduced. “We don’t know what’s going to be downloaded,” said Coun. Bill MacDonald. “What would that do for people who have jobs outside of Council?” said Coun. Phillip Smith. “Would it limit the number of people who run?” “I can live with either way,” said Mayor Frances Smith. “But I was surprised at the number of people who wanted the status quo. “I believe people like to have the option of which councillor they call.”

Coun. Tom Dewey, who was the one who brought up the idea of reducing Council in the first place, was the only one to vote against a referendum question. $2 million loan Council approved taking out a $2,000,000 loan over 10 years with Infrastructure Ontario at 2.28 per cent for 2021 Public Works projects (Pavement Preservation program, Ardoch Road reconstruction and Road 38 shoulder restoration). Coun. Brent Cameron asked if this could create a ripple effect. “Can we handle this on top of Westport Road?” “Everything has a ripple effect,” said Treasurer Michael McGovern. “It’s within our (borrowing) limit but it is getting close to what the treasurer is comfortable with.” New staffing Council authorized the creation of two new staff positions, a building inspector and a construction and technical services technologist, as recommended by the HR committee. “Our CBO has been so busy that we’ve had to hire someone temporarily but the building permit revenue will justify that position,” said Mayor Frances Smith. Vaccination policy Council passed an amended vaccination policy which now states “workers who are unvaccinated (and those who are not required to be vaccinated and those who are being accommodated under the Human Rights Code) will be required to perform rapid testing on Mondays and Thursdays before the worker attends work (and) there will be no compensation provided to the worker for acquiring the rapid test or the time required to complete the

rapid test.” Hinchinbrooke School to be sold to brewers After the closed portion of the meeting, Mayor Frances Smith announced that the Township has agreed to sell the former Hinchinbrooke Public School property to Stephen Trussell and Jen Goodfellow of The Local Brewery. Details won’t be released until the deal is finalized. ■

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their field position. But then Lasalle began running the ball relentlessly down the field as the clock was ticking down. “Our defensive coach Jason Wimmer was trying to figure our what to tell our defense in order to stop them, but nothing was working. They were gaining 6 or 10 yards each time they ran the ball.” Then, with the ball on the Golden Eagles 10 yard line and a minute to go in the game, Lasalle decided to pass. The pass was intercepted, by Logan Hammer. The Golden Eagles ran out the clock and won the game. Karl Hammer still couldn’t believe it the next day. “I’m feeling tired but euphoric,” he said. “The players are so happy, and relieved as well.” It is the first time the Junior Golden Eagles have won the KASSAA AAA championship in over 20 years, Hammer said. Sydenham, like Lasalle, is a AA school in terms of size, but they choose to compete in the AAA division with the larger Kingston High Schools. ■

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Birthday

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Wishing you a extra special 8th birthday! Keep smiling and keep being you! Lots of Love Dad, Mom, Agape, Noah and Rueben

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mitment to the project. A subsequent South Frontenac Township media release said SFCS is "a key agency in the community, as they have a rural focus, are locally managed and provide direct, quantifiable benefits to a growing demographic. "As an area that is poised for significant growth over the next 15 years, it is anticipated that the number of people living in South Frontenac aged 55-74 will increase 21% by 2036, while the 75+ population will grow by 137%. In response to these projections and the substantial increase in program uptake experienced over the last year, SFCSC has identified a need to expand their facility in order to position the organization to deliver sustainable community support services for many years to come." “We share the same driven focus as the Township, which is our commitment to support the needs and wellbeing of the residents of the community we serve,” said Greg Fisher, Chair for Southern Frontenac Community Services. “Our entire organization is incredibly grateful to the Township for being the cornerstone of our Capital Campaign and positioning us to achieve success.” Ever since SFCS consolidated its opera-

In Memoriam Allen

In loving memory of Chester Allen, who passed away Nov. 29, 2015. Our thoughts are always with you Though you have passed away And those who loved you dearly Are thinking of you today Always remembered Linda Allen and Family

sues during his entire tenure at the agency. “Aside from making this upgrade possible, it is heartening that the township has taken this step. It marks a new stage in its commitment to partnering with us to support seniors in South Frontenac and rural Kingston,” he said last week. The upgrade to the Grace Centre will make a difference for agency staff and people who make use of the food bank, but it falls well short of the agency's original plan, which was to build a stand alone office to house all of its administrative needs and create a social services hub for South Frontenac at the large Grace Centre property. SFCS has not been able to secure pro-

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Take Notice That the Council of The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac will be holding their 2022 Regular Council Meetings at 9:00 a.m. as follows: January 14, 2022 February 4, 2022 February 18, 2022 (Budget) February 25, 2022 March 18, 2022 April 8, 2022 April 29, 2022 May 20, 2022 June 17, 2022 July 15, 2022 August 12, 2022 September 2, 2022 September 23, 2022 October 14, 2022 November 21, 2022 (Inaugural)

If you require additional information, please contact the undersigned. Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager 613-479-2231 ext. 225 clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

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Notice – Winter Control Operations Parking on Township Roads In the interest of public safety and in accordance with By-Law #28-08, any vehicle or object parked on any road or highway maintained by the Township of North Frontenac shall be subject to removal and impounding at the expense of the registered owner of the vehicle. Mailboxes The Township will not be held responsible for damage to mailboxes, newspaper boxes, other objects or fixtures located within the Township road allowances when these items interfere with the snow plowing of Township roads. Deposit of Snow onto Public Roads Under Section 181, Chapter H. 8 of the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O 1990, no person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing from the Township. For any questions, please contact: Darwyn Sproule, P.Eng. Public Works Manager Ext. 230 publicworks@northfrontenac.ca

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tions in the former Grace United Church 10 years ago this month, the space has provided benefits to the agency in terms of programming space and public profile, but in terms of both office space and a facility to run the Southern Frontenac Food Bank, there have been deficiencies. Portables were brought in as a temporary solution, but they were never intended to be in place for as long as they have been. David Townsend is the Executive Director of SFCS. He is preparing to retire next year and is focusing on external activities for the agency at this time as Heather Rogers has taken over responsibility for the day to day operations at SFCS. He has been working on facility related is-

Robinson Excavating & Trucking Ltd. Co. Ltd. 12795 Road 38 Tichborne, ON K0H 2V0 Hereby, give notice that application has been made for a Category 1 – Class “A” Pit Below Water; and Category 2 – Class “A” Quarry below Water to excavate aggregate from a pit and quarry of 9.2 hectares, located in: Part of Lot 3, Concession 1, Township of Oso, Municipality of Central Frontenac, County of Frontenac Application is for a new pit or quarry. Annual Tonnage Condition applied for is: 500,000 tonnes. A detailed site plan and reports for the proposal can be viewed at: Proposed Robinson Pit and Quarry - Central Frontenac - Application for a Pit and Quarry License (robinsonaraapplication.com) Interested parties may contact the applicant’s agent (McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers Ltd.) on December 14 and 15, 2021 from 1 pm to 8 pm by telephone at (613) 714-0801 (Mark Priddle) to discuss the application and have questions answered. Questions can also be directed to RobinsonARA@mcintoshperry.com during the consultation period noted above. Any person(s) wishing to object to this application must send, in writing, their objection with reason(s) to the Applicant and to the office of the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (MNDMNRF) at the addresses below. Note: E-mail submissions are acceptable however they must contain the objector’s complete postal mailing address where a response can be delivered. E-mail objections which do not contain a postal address will not be considered acceptable. The Applicant Spencer Robinson, Robinson Excavating & Trucking Ltd. Co. Ltd. 12795 Road 38 Tichborne, ON K0H 2V0; RobinsonARA@mcintoshperry.com MNDMNRF: Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Integrated Aggregate Operations Section 4, th Floor S, 300 Water Street, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 3C7 ARAApprovals@ontario.ca The last day on which objections may be filed with the Applicant and Ministry is: the 22nd day of January, 2022. Note: All information in respect to this application including written objections, the names and address of any objector(s) is available for public review for the purpose of this application under the Aggregate Resources Act. In submitting a written objection an objector consents under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act to its disclosure for purposes of the application. Revised 2020/09/12 Ref. Form 1 - Notice of Application for Licence (Robinson 21-0752)_22Nov21.docx

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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 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 ENGAGEMENT RING, 9 diamonds, appraised $3450, asking $1,800. Sharbot Lake, 613-4498997

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FIREWOOD, mixed hardwood, cut-split & delivered. Call for pricing 613-279-2048 or 613530-0484 PUREBRED STANDARD Poodle puppies, 4 black and 1 apricot, $1,000. Dewormed with their first shots. Ready Dec 17th. Call or text 613.329.0602 SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com

HELP WANTED

SERVERS WANTED, seniors welcome. Steve's Rideau Restaurant, Westport. 613-273-3133

SERVICES

ADVANCED FOOTCARE – RN. “Let me take care of your feet” – in home foot-care. Diabetic care, fungus treatments, corns, callous, ingrown nails. Call 613-929-8956 HANDYMAN SERVICE. 40 years experience. No job too small. Repairs, renovations, problem solving. Call Lloyd Hartwick, 613-539-2544 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 ROOFING, SHINGLES – STEEL, 30 years experience, serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300

TOWING

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

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

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Public Notice Take Notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell part of the Shore Road Allowance as set out and described as follows: All That Part of the Shore Road Allowance in front of Lot 23, Concession 7, geographic Township of Clarendon, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 14 on Registered Plan 13R-11448 (Mississippi River (Farm Lake); All Those Parts of the Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Lots 18 & 19, Concession 7, geographic Township of Barrie, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Parts 1 to 5 on Registered Plan 13R-22535 (Mississagagon Lake); All That Part of the Shore Road Allowance in front of Lots 14 & 15, Concession 5, geographic Township of Miller, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 1 on Registered Plan 13R22450 (Brule (Wensley) Lake) The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting on December 10, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. To obtain further information or to provide comments on the proposed By-law, please contact the undersigned prior to the Council Meeting. Dated this 23rd day of November, 2021 Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON. K0H 2M0 Tel: (613) 479-2231 or 1-800-234-3953 Fax: (613) 479-2352 clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

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The Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands The Township of Addington Highlands currently invites Requests for Quotations for:

Sharbot Lake

Family Health Team

Full Time Reception (Temporary) This is a split one year contract with three days for SLFHT and two days for Peter W. Bell Medical Professional Corp. (Bell Corp). The medical receptionist supports the clinical and program staff with reception duties at the front desk and general clerical assistance. The receptionist is the first contact between the public and the clinic. It is essential that the receptionist communicates with respect, empathy, diplomacy, and tact. Qualifications: • Reputation for tact, diplomacy and discretion, and strict observance of confidentiality of office and patient information. • Superior interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal). • Demonstrated ability to be flexible and to function well within a team environment. • Demonstrated good organizational skills including appropriate prioritization of tasks • At least 2 years of medical office administrative and/or receptionist experience. • Certificate in medical office administration is an asset. • Computer knowledge, experience with electronic medical records an asset We offer a collegial, collaborative atmosphere with a commitment to employee and organizational development, along with a competitive salary.

Please email your cover letter, resume, and any questions to Deborah.Krause@ kingstonhsc.ca, Executive Director Sharbot Lake FHT. Application deadline is Friday, December 17, 2021.

RFP #2021-08:

Location of Work: 13078 Hwy 41 Northbrook, ON Proposal Closing Date: 3:00 pm, December 13th, 2021

RFQ #2021-09:

For Supply And Installation Of A New Slip In Water Tank Unit Delivery Location: 13078 Hwy 41 Northbrook, ON Quotation Closing Date: 3:00 pm, December 14th, 2021 Unit Delivery Date: June 30th, 2022 Documents are available from: Brett Reavie Road & Waste Management Supervisor Township of Addington Highlands Ph: (613) 336-2286 Ext:206 FAX: (613) 336-2847 roadsandwaste@addingtonhighlands.ca (Lowest or any quotations not necessarily accepted)

Lake District Realty is hiring for an individual with an interest in rural real estate to join our team. This is a full~time position requiring a daily presence in our busy office. The position requires a work week of Tuesday through Saturday during the busy real estate season with work Monday through Friday week at othertimes.

The position entails but is not limited to answering telephone inquiries, booking appointments, feature sheet creation, administration of listing files, print advertising, website updating and calendars. Microsoft Office proficiency required as well as some knowledge of photo editing software. There is a strong emphasis on excellent verbal and written English communication. If the above is of interest to you, email your resume to martina@ lakedistrictrealtycom.

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vincial funding for that project. “That was disappointing for sure,” Townsend said, “and it made it clear to us that in order to provide services to senior's in our community in the future, we were going to have to work with other groups in South Frontenac to make it happen. Without the township coming on board like this, we would not be able to get this project off the ground." With other monies that have been committed, including $100,000 directly from its own volunteer board of directors, SFCS has about $1.1 million available for the project, and intends to bring that total to at least $1.5 million though further fundraising. “The next phase of fundraising for the Grace Centre expansion will launch in the new year, which will remain separate from our operations and service delivery campaign that takes place at this time each year to assist in supporting our everyday services,” said SFCS board chair Greg Fisher.

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We are accepting donations for the Storrington Pastoral Charge Christmas Hampers! Any supplies or non-perishables are appreciated! 1B-3810 Perth Road, lnverary • 613-653-6337 lnveraryPharmasave

Northern Happenings NORTHERN HAPPENINGS listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events should be independently verified by readers.

Friday December 3

BOLINGBROKE - LINE DANCING AT ABC HALL 10am-11am. ABC Hall. $5 per class. Covid protocols in place. Contact Rhonda 613-8858543 INVERARY - OPEN MIC 5pm-10pm. Storrington Lions Hall. Attendees must prove full vaccine or provide recent negative COVD test. $2 fee, maximum of 81 people. Info - John or Carolyn 613-653-4447 SHARBOT LAKE - LEGION SUPPER 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Open at 3 for visting, games, Supper at 5:30 Roast Beef. $15 per person (licensed)

Sat Dec 4 – Sun Dec 5

OPEN HOUSE CHRISTMAS SALE The Nature Natives Art Gallery, 6127 South Lavant Rd. Come try spin art and see paper star demos. 10am4pm.

Saturday December 4

DENBIGH - OUTDOOR CHRISTMAS MARKET 11am-2pm. Denbigh/ Griffith Lions Club. Santa & Mrs.Claus arrive at noon. Looking for vendors! For info 613-333-1984 or 613-333-1094 Tourtieres $15/each, pre-order 613-333-1409 HARROWSMITH - CHRISTMAS SWEETS AND CHRISTMAS CAKE 12pm-2pm. Golden Links Hall. The Rebekahs are baking again. 2 dozen Christmas sweets gift boxed for $12. Christmas cake $10. Cut-off date to

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• Christmas Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 11th from 6-7:30pm at Heritage Park in Denbigh. If you wish to enter a float, please call 613 333 2224.

HARLOWE Marie White

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• Sympathy extends to the family of Madeline Burke. Her late son Elwin would bring her to the dances and she would tell me how she enjoyed her evenings with us all.

Exciting News From Gibson’s Garage! You may have heard the buzz - but now it's official. Gibson's Garage has been sold and as of December 13th we will be dropping the big overhead door for the last time. We took a leap of faith ten years ago that, thanks to my loyal clientele, turned out to be an excellent decision. But now, I'm packing up my office, hanging up the phone and heading for the hills - the hills of North Frontenac anyway. lt's time to fully enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer. Plus, I have five fabulous grand-daughters who'd love more hugs and cookies from Grammy Bev. As l retire from the automotive repair business, Rick will also close his small engine repair shop at the Sharbot Lake site. Stay tuned for news on Rick's new small engine shop. In the meantime, we will forever appreciate the community’s loyal support of Gibson's Garage. Over the years we have developed strong working relationships with our suppliers and local businesses. In particular, I'd like to thank Benson Auto Parts. Always with a friendly voice on the other end of the phone, Benson's became an integral part of our success. Prompt and efficient, they never let us down. We would not have been able to do any of this without our stellar staff. Our lead mechanic, Muril, has been with us from day one. Muril not only knows cars and trucks; he knows people and would always take the time to explain the mechanics of the job to his clients. Don't worry! Muril will stay on under the new management and continue to provide quality repairs on your cars and trucks. Many local faces have come and gone through our Co-op and apprentice programs, each bringing their own unique talent to the work room. Thank you, Greg, Lucas, Austin & Braeden. Your contribution to our success was not insignificant. As of Jan 4, Zach Woodcock will reopen the garage door. New name, same phone number. 613-279-2727. We wish Zach the best with his new adventure, and we are confident he will enjoy enthusiastic and loyal support from the Sharbot Lake extended community. Best, Beverley Gibson Proprietor, Gibson's Garage

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order is Nov. 26. Pickup at Golden Links Hall on Dec 4 between 12 and 2. To order and for info call 613-876-1330. OMPAH - GALLERY OPEN HOUSE 10am at 6123 South Lavant Road, Just off Road 509. Nature Natives Art Gallery. Joins us for our open house Christmas sale. Come out and try your hand at spin art, and see paper star demonstrations. Gift certificates are available, or sign up for future art classes. PERTH ROAD - COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER BAKE SALE 9:30am11:30am. Harris Park. Hosted by Leland Helping Hand SHARBOT LAKE - CHRISTMAS VENDOR SHOW 10am-2pm. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). 12 vendors! Food bank items collected at door. More info contact Rose LaPointe. SHARBOT LAKE - MEET & GREET WITH SANTA & MRS. CLAUS 1pm-3pm. Sharbot Lake Beach. Line up on rail bed across from Township Office on Eliz. St. Stay in your car and keep warm! Food bank donation appreciated. STORYTELLING, CRAFTS & SNACKS Flinton Public Library 10am-4pm. Limited Space, register 613-336-1091. Proof of vaccine required. SYDENHAM - CHRISTMAS ART & CRAFT SALE Lions Hall 935 Sydenham Rd. Food bank donations accepted at door. TREE LIGHTING CLOYNE The Red Barn Zone 4:30pm. Hot chocolate for all!

Sunday December 5

BATTERSEA - BATTERSEA SANTA PARADE 12pm. Battersea Ball Diamond. Food Drive in support of Battersea United Church. Call Kyle to enter a float 613-353-1102

Tuesday December 7

FLINTON DINER’S CLUB CHRISTMAS DINNER 11am-1pm. $15. Need at least 15 people to run. RSVP Shelby Summers 613-336-8934 x 229

Thursday December 9

Denbigh Library. Stories, crafts & snacks. For more info 613-333-1426 SYDENHAM - GRACE CENTRE MARKET 12pm-2pm. Grace Hall.

Friday December 10

BOLINGBROKE - LINE DANCING AT THE ABC HALL 10am-11am. ABC Hall. $5 per class. Covid Protocols. Contact Rhonda 613-885-8543 FOOD BANK DRIVE BATTERSEA Storrington Lions Club 1pm-5pm. Supporting Battersea Church Christmas Basket Program. For info see FB event. SHARBOT LAKE - CHRISTMAS DINNER 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Advanced booking tickets, call June 613-279-3315. $15. Dinner starts at 5:30pm

Saturday December 11

DENBIGH - CHRISTMAS PARADE OF LIGHTS 6pm-7:30pm. Denbigh Heritage Park. Outdoor activity. Covid rules in place. Free treats! Enter a float, call 613-333-2224 HARROWSMITH - HARROWSMITH PARADE OF LIGHTS 5:30pm-7pm. Centennial Park. Enter via Notre Dame St. OMPAH - COOKIE EXCHANGE 10am-11am. Ompah Hall. Bring cookies & go home with cookies. Bring tongs. Proof of vaccination. Contact Marilyn for info 613-479-2855 SNOW ROAD STATION - CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE 10am. Snow Road Snowmobile Clubhouse. Info contact Ruth 613-278-0477 or Alice 613-278-1020

Monday December 13

DENBIGH - DENBIGH DINER’S CLUB CHRISTMAS DINNER 11am1pm. Denbigh Community Hall. $15 RSVP Shelby 613-336-8934 x 229

Tuesday December 14

NORTHBROOK DINER’S CLUB CHRISTMAS DINNER 11am-1pm. $15 RSVP Shelby Summers 613-336-8934 x 229

DENBIGH - KIDS NIGHT AT THE DENBIGH LIBRARY 6pm-7pm. • Sympathy also to Henry Veley’s family. I only knew Henry from him attending the Henderson church occasionally. • Will Tom Neal gone, that is three people this month from our community within short miles. • Get well wishes are quickly in store for Judy Little. Judy had some surgery on Thursday with the removal of half a lung in Kingston General hospital and arrived home on Saturday.

Harrowsmith

(Submitted by Brenda Crawford) The Harrowsmith community lost a wonderful Southern Lady this past week. Her name was Carolyn Duke Brown (late Fergus Brown). She came to Harrowsmith as a young bride and settled on a small farm on the Yarker Road. She was tall, blonde, and had the most wonderful accent from the south. She was such a talented woman who was so anxious to meet new friends and share herself and her great knowledge. I remember the first time I went to the farm. She was in the backyard and I called out to her and she said come on back. The next thing I saw was Carolyn chopping the head off a nice fat hen. I think we both screamed at the same time, and then broke out laughing as the headless bird did a last dance. From that day she was my “Mississippi” and I was her young new friend. Having been born in the village I shared my life with her and her Fergus and told many stories about the villagers she would come to love and teach their kids voice, piano, and the way to be personable and respectful. Our grandchildren came to know her as the lady who talked so nicely. Her stories are legendary and too numerous to mention. All who met Carolyn, loved her. . I know she is in a better place, but that does not ease the pain of loss. She probably has everyone organized and listening to her heavenly organ music or sitting and enjoying her many escapades. She had a life well lived. Goodbye my friend Mississippi. • Bavin Patel at the Harrowsmith Pharmasave has began giving COVID vaccination to children between and 11 years old. He is also handed out treats to the kids when they get their needle.

HENDERSON Jean Brown

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• We were saddened to hear of the death of Barb Whaley who was Henderson’s faithful rural mail driver for many years. We would always wave at Barb and put treats in the mail box • United Church student minister Kaitlyn Ostrander will be hosting an Open House on Sunday, December 19th from 2pm – 5pm at the United Church manse in Arden (1070 Railway St. Arden). All are welcome and all are asked to follow all Covid protocols. Come out for some treats and conversation as folks continue to journey towards Christmas! • The three United Churches in our area are hosting a Christmas party for the youth at 1pm on Saturday, December 18th. All are welcome to come and play games, hear stories, and have fun! A basket to receive non- perishable food items will be available. Please call to reserve your spot by calling the church at 613-335-2474 (Kaitlyn Ostrander) or emailing minister@ardenpastoralcharge.ca. This sounds like a real hoot and a holler- Merry Christmas! • Speaking of Christmas, Henderson United is decorated both inside and out featuring a Christmas tree, Advent candles, décor and the wonderful outdoor lit nativity display.

INVERARY Judy Borovski

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• Church Christmas Services - Dear friends, In light of the continued increase in active case numbers in Kingston and our communities, the official board made a very difficult decision to have our Advent and Christmas Eve services online (Facebook and YouTube). We will remain on-line until at least January 9th. We feel this is the safest course of action for our congregations. Rev. Heather from Inverary United Church • Rotary Cash Calendar a great Christmas gift for $20! 313 chances to win and you can win more than once. Calendars available at Mrs Garrett’s Bake Shop, Inverary Pharmasave, Maple Country Home & Farm and Limestone Creamery or call Darlene at 613-353-1142. • Christmas Art & Craft Sale on Saturday, December 4th 9:304:00 at the Lions Hall, 935 Sydenham Rd, Kingston. Unique gifts by local artisans, visit www.globalcitizensforanewearth. ca. This sale supports our local food bank, donations gratefully received at the door. • 2nd Annual Battersea Santa Claus Parade at noon on Sunday, December 5th. If you’d like to enter a float, please contact Kyle Gordon at the Creekside Bar and Grill. The Creekside float will be accepting donations to the local food bank during the parade. Afterward, it will be open with live music and good food. • Community Food Bank Drive will be held on Friday, December 10th. Drop off your items at the Storrington Lions Hall between 1 and 5 pm. There is some freezer room for frozen items. Your donations will replenish the shelves at Battersea United Church and the Local Food Bank • 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. Remember! the Storrington Lion’s Hall is available to rent for special occasions. • Congratulations Rosie! One of my newer friends on my morning run, Rosie, just had 7 puppies. Needless to say I gave her an extra treat when I heard the good news.

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One of the reasons for the order to be put in at this time is for it to be what Dr. Oglaza called “a wake-up call” for people in the region to consider the risks that they are taking when holding gatherings and parties in their homes. KFL&A is the only region in Eastern Ontario to have put measures in place that are above and beyond the provincewide COVID measures enacted by Public Health Ontario. In order draw attention to the level of risk that the population in KFL&A are now facing, the colour coded COVID case level system, which is not longer a part of the provincial response to COVID, has been brought back to the COVID dashboard on the KFLAPH website. KFL&A is now in the red COVID restricted zone. A further 109 new cases were announced on Monday (November 29), covering the period from the previous Friday afternoon to Monday morning. As of Monday, 23 patients

are in hospital with COVID in the region, including 9 requiring intensive care and 6 requiring ventilation. The third local death of the current wave (9th overall) was also announced on Monday. For the week ending on November 22, there were 196 cases in Kingston. With a population of about 125,000, that puts the 7 day case rate at 158 per 100,000. The red zone kicks in at 50 cases/per week/per 100,000 people. South Frontenac has the second highest case rate in the region, with 15 cases in the week ending on November 22, a case rate of 82.5 per 100,000, also in the red zone. There were 6 new cases, among South Frontenac residents, last weekend alone. Loyalist Township has 15 cases, Greater Napanee 12, and Central Frontenac 2 - in the week ending on November 22. When asked whether they had considered restricting the private gathering limit to the City of Kingston, where the case rate is highest, instead of extending it to the entire KFL&A region, Public Health said they had

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not. “The s. 22 Order is issued to all residents of KFL&A Public Health to address the risk for our entire community. Adding restrictions to a specified region would not address the risk to the entire community as our population is mobile, and the COVID-19 virus knows no bounds. In fact, an unbalanced application of the requirements may cause an unintended result, such as an increase in cases within a certain area. Furthermore, while the number of cases is larger in the city of Kingston right now, it changes over time. Addressing the Order, to all residents of KFL&A, functions to reduce or eliminate the risk for everyone in our community,” wrote Suzette Taggart, Manager of Communications, in an email to the News. “The best defense against contracting the virus is to follow public health guidelines, and to take advantage of the availability of COVID vaccines, for those who have not yet done so,” said Dr. Oglaza on the Friday media call. The COVID dashboard has had a new

graph added to it. Using rolling data from the previous month, the graph shows that the rate of COVID infection per 100,000 people is 6.2 times higher, locally, for those who are not vaccinated as compared to those who are. On the vaccination front, a recent update from Stats Canada, which showed a slight decrease in the population, has changed the vaccine percentages for KFLAPH. Over 92% of the 12 year old and over population have received one dose, and 88.9% have received at least two doses and are considered fully vaccinated. At the current rate of vaccination, the region will reach the 90% target among those 12 and over, on or around the end of the year. The 5-11 year old cohort has now been added to the vaccine statistics as well. 7.5% of the approximately 30,000 children, in that age group, have already been vaccinated. For the entire population who are now eligible for vaccination, (5 years old and over) the first dose rate in the region is now 85.2%, and 82.4% are fully vaccinated.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC News & Public Notices

THINGS TO DO

Notice of Proposed Closure & Sale of and Unopened Road Allowance - RC-21-06 (Allan) 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: Hinchinbrooke Rd/Silver Rock Lane- an unopened road allowance between Concessions 10 & 11, lying west of Part 2, Plan 13R5315 and east of Hardwood Creek, district of Portland. 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, December 7, 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 planning@southfrontenac.net, before December 6, 2021. Further documentation pertaining to this proposed unopened road allowance closure and sale can be found at: https:// www.southfrontenac.net/planning-applications/

2021 South Frontenac Shines Holiday Lights Contest The 2nd Annual Holiday Lights Contest is back by popular demand! Decorate your front yard and enter the contest by December 13th for your chance to win a $75 gift card to a South Frontenac business! Categories are Winter Wonderland Award, Clark Griswold Award, Blown Away Award, and the Elf’s Choice Award. Visit www.SouthFrontenac.net/lightscontest or call Amanda at 613-376-3027 ext. 4447 for more details and to enter.

TOWN HALL Upcoming Meetings • Council Meeting – December 7, 2021 at 7:00 pm • Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee Meeting – December 8, 2021 at 7:00 pm • Committee of Adjustment Meeting – December 9, 2021 at 7:00 pm • Committee of the Whole Meeting – December 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm • Council Meeting – December 21, 2021 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. Job Opportunities • Posting #21-27-CS – Accounting Clerk – Full-time - Closes December 6, 2021 For more information on either position, please see the full job posting and description on our website at https://www. southfrontenac.net/careers/. Resumes and cover letters may be emailed in confidence to: hr@southfrontenac.net .

Santa Claus Parades Battersea Parade – Sunday, December 5th, 12:00 pm. This parade starts and ends at the Battersea Ball Field and winds its way through the village. Be sure to bring something for the Battersea United Church Foodbank. To enter a float contact Kyle from Creekside Bar & Grill at 613-353-1102 Harrowsmith Parade – Saturday, December 11th, 5:30 pm. Join the Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club (S&A Club) for the Parade of Lights at Centennial Park between 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. This is a drive through parade; the floats stay stationary and the spectators stay in their vehicles and drive through the park. Vehicles will enter the park via Notre Dame Street off Colebrook Road. Vehicles should line up on the shoulder of Colebrook Road and avoid waiting on Road 38. Please note that Park Road, Maria Street and Church Street will be closed to traffic during the event. For more information or to enter a float, contact the S&A Club on their Facebook page or by calling 613-372-0917. There are no capacity limits, however masks must be worn at outdoor organized public events. All spectators should make every attempt to maintain a distance of two meters between households. Request for Vendors – Snow Social South Frontenac is hosting the first ever Snow Social taking place on January 22nd, 2022 at The Point Park and throughout the village of Sydenham. This festival will be a celebration of the winter season featuring family fun activities, food, music, and more! Vendors and entertainers are invited to apply to take part in the event. There will be an indoor vendors sale with limited stalls available as well as the opportunity for entertainers and food vendors to participate outdoors at The Point Park. Applications must be submitted by December 17th, 2021. For more information and to apply visit www. SouthFrontenac.net/snowsocial/. 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.

LIVING HERE Winter Parking Restrictions The parking of vehicles on Township roads and village streets from 12:00 midnight to 7:00 a.m. is not permitted from December 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. Pursuant to Section 181 of the Highway Traffic Act “No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing from the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road”. CARDBOARD, ONCE AGAIN With Christmas coming and the increase in on-line ordering there is much more cardboard being accumulated than normal. Please REMEMBER that any cardboard or clean packing styrofoam put out for recycle collection must be cut, folded, flattened and tied/taped into bundles no more than 3’ X 2’ X 8” in size. By tying or taping the bundle, many more bundles can fit in the recycle truck and the boxes do not *reform* themselves once thrown in taking up extra space. Remove all staples and tape and put out no more than Three (3) bundles per pickup (again, watch the sizes!) Packing Styrofoam means the blocks that you would get around a small appliance, not packing peanuts or construction styrofoam. Any more than Three (3) bundles or any loose multiples of cardboard /Styrofoam may be left. If you have a stockpile of cardboard, it will be accepted free of charge at either the Portland or Loughborough WDS when open. Alternatively, excess cardboard or styrofoam may be taken to Kingston Area Recycling, 196 Lappans Lane, at no cost to South Frontenac residents. Bradshaw and Salem Waste Sites – Winter Closure Both Bradshaw Waste Site and Salem Waste Site will close for the winter, starting December 1, 2021. Residents who frequent these sites are encouraged to utilize curbside pickup services. Please remember not to dump waste the gates, as fines will be enforces. Green Bay WDS remains open Friday’s 8:30-4:30. Household Hazardous Waste Depot – Winter Hours November hours will be November 25th or December 9th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Open dates will be published monthly in this banner. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/ Household Hazardous Waste. Verona Master Plan Missed the Open House ? Not to worry! Check out EngageFrontenac.ca to learn more about the project, review the information presented at the open house, and provide feedback on how you would like to see Downtown Verona develop with the addition of a housing complex. Information collected will be used to develop a plan to guide future development within this area and support the development of additional housing.

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