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Smith, Hogg, Vandewal, And Higgins All Set To Seek Re-Election In 2022, Doyle Considering Retirement
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By Jeff Green here will be some familiar names on the ballots for mayor/reeve throughout Frontenac County and Lennox and Addington come October. It seems like a long way off, and there will be a provincial election earlier in the year as well, but in keeping with a Frontenac News tradition, we polled the mayors and reeve of the municipalities that we serve to see if they are planning to run again, call it a career, or are undecided. In previous election years, candidates could register on the first business day of January, and registration remained open until Labour Day, but the election schedule was compacted in time for the 2018 municipal election. May 2nd is the opening day for nominations and nominations close on August 19. In order to run, a candidate must file a nomination form and provide 25 signatures of people who reside in the municipality where they are running. The fee to run for mayor is $200, and $100 to run for council. The first mayor that we contacted was Henry Hogg in Addington Highlands. By the time the election rolls around he will have been the Reeve of Addington Highlands for 21 of the 24 years since the township was founded in 1998. He took a 3-year break from municipal politics between 2004 and 2006. All told, he has been a reeve or member of council for over 34 years, and has been the
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warden of Lennox and Addington County 5 times, the most recent being 2019. And he is not done yet. “I find it interesting. There is always something new to learn, and our township has been doing well, even with the challenge of COVID. I plan to run again.” Reeve Hogg said that in 2014 that he would not run in 2018 and that he was going to throw out his election signs. He made no such claim in 2018, and should have his signs ready to go come September. South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal, who has been in the position for two four-year terms, is planning to seek a third mandate. “As long as I am healthy, I see no reason not to run again,” he said, “but I think this will be my last term. if I am elected. I probably shouldn’t say that, though.” Before taking on the role of mayor, Vandewal served on council from 2002-2014. He has served as Frontenac County warden for two one-year terms, the most recent being in 2020. North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins said he would not be running again when he was acclaimed in 2018 for his second term. A year later, in 2019, he set his sights on provincial politics and declared his intention to seek the Conservative Party nomination. But he pulled out of that race well before the nomination meeting and threw
his support behind John Jordan, who was selected as the candidate. Later in 2021, he indicated that he had changed his mind, and was going to run for mayor of North Frontenac after all. And this week he confirmed that he will be running. “I’m very enthusiastic about running again, and about the township,” he said. Central Frontenac Mayor Frances Smith also said that she is planning to run again this year. Smith has served as mayor of Central Frontenac for the past 8 years, and previous to that she was a member of council between 2002 and 2013. Before municipal amalgamation, she was the reeve of Oso township, “two or three times,” she recalled, and her first term as Frontenac County warden was back in 1986. “I think I have one more term in me,” she said. “After that, I think I’ll be done. But municipal politics gets in your blood.” Frontenac Islands Mayor Dennis Doyle, who is serving as Frontenac County warden for the third time in 2022 and has been the mayor for 12 years, and the chair of the Kingston Frontenac Public Health Board for five years, said he is leaning towards not running for a fourth term, but will wait until the nomination period commences before making a final decision. ■
Time To Look Differently At Covid Numbers
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s the Omicron COVID wave sweeps through North America, residents in the Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington Public Health (KFLAPH) have been on the leading edge. Led by cases in Kingston, which has about 60% of the region's population, a Delta COVID wave had brought the highest caseloads and hospitalisation rates that the region had seen throughout the entire pandemic, when the first local Omicron case was identified on December 8. The case, which was identified as a COVID case on November 29, had taken 10 days to be confirmed as being caused by the Omicron variant. Subsequent information indicates that Omicron may have been present in Kingston even before the variant was identified in South Africa in mid-November. The daily and weekly confirmed case rates are at historically high levels, at 64 cases per 100,000 people as of January 3. But those numbers do not indicate the true number of cases in the region, which are undoubtedly higher, perhaps much, much, higher. Back on December 8, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, the Medical Officer of Health with KFLAPH, indicated that it was no longer
viable for Public Health Officials to carry out contact tracing when cases are identified. He said that when the virus was more contained it was relevant to let people know when they had been exposed to the virus, but with community spread, people are being exposed at numerous locations. He said it would be a more effective use of the staff and volunteers, with KFLAPH, to focus on a robust third dose vaccination program. At the same time, the main COVID testing facility in Kingston, at Beechwood Drive, which serves Frontenac County residents as well, developed a 7 day wait time for testing appointments, a wait time that persisted until the end of the year. With the contact tracing system being dismantled, and a delay in testing, the number of positive tests on a given day was no longer connected to the actual rate of infection in the general community in any direct way. Dr. Oglaza indicated in mid December that the advice from Public Health to those who develop COVID symptoms would likely change in the new year. Rather than seeking testing, he said that people will be asked to self isolate and let any close contacts know that
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South Frontenac Township Made A Year End Announcement On December 30.
“South Frontenac’s Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Neil Carbone, will be leaving the Township to take on the role of Commissioner, Corporate Services for the City of Kingston. His last day with the Township will be Friday, February 25th, 2022,” said a township release. Carbone had been the senior staff member and sole
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Even though the positive case rate is now much higher than the rate that has been reported, it is clear now that the outbreak is widespread throughout the region. With 115 cases over the last 7 days, (633 per 100,000) the rate in South Frontenac remains the highest in the region except for the City of Kingston, which is 822 per 100,000 people. There have been 11 cases reported in Central Frontenac over the past week (231 per 100,000), 4 in North Frontenac (220 per 100,00) and 3 in Addington Highlands (140 per 100,000). Nearby Stone Mills Township also has a high rate, with 27 cases (351 per 100,000). The cases continue to be concentrated in the 18-29 year old age group, but the numbers are increasing in older age groups as well. Most of the COVID hospitalisations in the region are still hangovers from the Delta variant. There were 6 deaths in the region over the Christmas period, bringing the total through the 18 month pandemic to 22 (16 since mid-November) One of those was an Omicron patient, and according to Dr. Oglaza that person was an elderly individual with underlying health conditions. As of January 3, 15 people were in hospital, down from a peak of 28 in mid-December. 9 patients were receiving intensive care for COVID in KFL&A, and 6 required ventilation in order to breathe. On December 30, Dr. Oglaza summed up his expectations for the next month by saying that among the ap-
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Editorial: New year, Same as The Old One By Jeff Green n order to gain some perspective, I took a look at the editorials we ran in the first two weeks of the year in 2021, and it is clear that some things have changed over the past year, but others haven't. The first week's editorial published on January 8, 2021, talked about two stories that had broken over the first COVID Christmas. One was about the Ontario Finance Minister Rod Phillips, who was forced to resign from cabinet after it was revealed he had taken a trip to a Caribbean island over the holidays, and lied about it to his constituents. The Premier was aware of the trip, but tossed Phillps from cabinet when the matter became public knowledge. For those who were worried about what would become of Rod Phillips, the good news is that he has been magically rehabilitated politically, thanks to the passage of time, the bad news is that his return to cabinet is as the Minister of Long-Term Care, which could make the finance ministry look like a cakewalk. The second story was about our own MPP, Randy Hillier, who tweeted about how his sons had been abused by police outside of a bar in Perth, when they were trying to keep the peace while aiding a friend of theirs who was exercising their right to go mask-less in a local bar. One of his sons was tasered during the incident. A phone video told a different story however. One of his son's, in a state of intoxication, attempted to start up a fist
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stress. I have always been told that in life you are only given as much as you can handle. The difference, in this situation, is we are all in it. It’s hard to handle. So just remember some people handle these stresses better than others, so please be kind and thoughtful of others. Stay safe, remember what’s important, family, health, and the happiness will come back!” Even though January is a slow month in the restaurant business, a return to a take-out only model is surely bringing the morale of restaurant owners and staff to a new all-time low. And of course, families may be needing a break from cooking just about now as well, with virtual schooling and virtual working making an unwelcome return. So, why not get some take-out this weekend. Give your favourite restaurant a call. They should be happy to hear from you, about now. Now to our own pitch. It costs about $30 a year to deliver a newspaper, 50 times a year, to each of the 12,000 mailboxes in Frontenac County and Addington Highlands. We cover those costs with advertising dollars, and starting a few years ago, we began asking readers who are well disposed towards us, and can afford it, to pay towards printing, mailing, production and editorial costs to deliver the paper, and the online version, each week. We have always had a good response. Many readers have sent us $30, and many others have sent more to cover for others who cannot afford a voluntary subscription. In addition to this annual editorial appeal, we run a house ad every once in a while. Every time a cheque for $25 or $30, or $50 or $100 arrives, or we get a call with a credit card or an e transfer, it helps financially, of course, but it helps our morale as well. For any of you who choose to support us this year, thank you in advance. And for those who read the paper weekly or on occasion, thank you as well. Reading the paper is hte primary way to support us, and we urge all of our readers to patronise our advertisers, who help make our communities what they are ■
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In response to the letter by Molly Hartin Dec 8, 2021. As the mayor attempts to impress residents of his cost saving abilities (in an election year) the actions regarding the Mississippi dump winter closure that effect the permanent residents is a true reflection of his leadership These residents pay taxes as do residents is other pockets of the township. Slashing of the few services provided by the township only contributes to the funding of more preferred items on their list During the 2021 budget deliberations the mayor approved a donation of $1000 to the food bank.Funding that would benefit many in the township With the same pen approved a $4000 expenditure for a township Christmas party an event that only a select few would benefit from It seems that in a landscape of tough financial decisions items of importance to the mayor are never sacrificed This is only one more example of how the leadership expects ratepayers to fund their entitlements. - David Garrow
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January 6, 2022 written off, 18% waived, and 33% paid. “It takes considerable staff time to manage library fines”, said Heesen. The library still plans to charge a fee for a book that is never returned. The PDL serves the Town of Perth and the Townships of Drummond/North Elmsley and Tay Valley. • This large rural community is often affected by transportation issues. “Anyone who can’t get to the library at a specific time or can’t afford to pay a fine just avoids using the library”, added Heesen. “To be truly accessible to all, we need to break down the barriers to access, and remove the stereotype of the library as a punitive environment”. For more information, go to www.perthunionlibrary.ca or call 613-267-1224
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• In-person services will be continuing at Perth Road United Church in 2022: Sundays at 10 am, 5614 Perth Road Crescent. In-person services are limited to 25 people in the church, and all COVID restrictions/protocols remain in place. • Thank you to all donated to the 2021 Advent Challenge. • Birthday wishes to those who have birthdays this week. • The Perth Road Village Crafters meetings have been cancelled until further notice because of Harris Park Clubhouse closure due to updated COVID restrictions.
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• Hello Community Neighbours! I hope you had a safe and happy Christmas and New Years Holiday! • A news note from our North Frontenac Fitness Instructor Holly Labow: She has just launched a 30-day Weight Loss Challenge which started January 3rd. The participants who joined by paying the $25 entry fee, have access to a 4-week meal plan and will have the chance to win $300 cash! They are also encouraged to attend the fitness classes that run on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 5:30 in the Clar-Mill Hall. Fingers crossed that these fitness classes will not be affected by the recent Provincial Restrictions. • I read a post on Mayor Higgins Facebook page that there have been some break ins and thefts happening in North Frontenac lately. The OPP are aware of at least 16 cases in the last couple of weeks. They appear to be related to property owner’s absences at seasonal homes. The Police are currently looking for a 2016 Black Dodge Ram, Trailer and a white SUV. Let’s watch our neighbour’s properties and inform Police of anything unusual. If you have trail cams, please set them up. Together we can help protect each other.
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• Happy New Year to everyone living and working in the best community around! Thank you to everyone for all you do to make our community thrive; by shopping locally, by moving into our area, by supporting NAEC, Pine Meadow, the Lions Club of Land O’Lakes, by giving to the Christmas Hamper Program, by giving of yourselves for others, by opening new businesses, by driving for Meals On Wheels, by being a volunteer firefighter, by being an essential worker, by everything you do! Our community is great because of you!
• Spill the Beanz would like to thank you for your patronage!! They will be on sabbatical for the month of January! • Are you thinking about your 2022 needs? Now is the time to book Tammy Watson Handywoman for property checks, yard and lawn care, general maintenance, home repairs, painting and furniture assembly. Call or text 905404-5056 or email trilliumandmaplewoods@gmail.com • Another new business has arrived to our community! Anyone looking to get their taxes done, personal or corporate or bookkeeping done give Duane Martin. CPA a call at # 1 647 740 8012 or email him at duanem@domartin.ca. • Low Impact Fitness classes and Seniors Fitness classes and weight loss classes are coming to you every Tuesday and Thursday at the Lions Hall. Call advanced personal trainer and physio. therapy Assistant Jill Weese at 613-888-8922 or email her at Jillweese777@gmail.com for more information. • Spread a little local love and tell us your feel-good story about a Lennox & Addington business that went above and beyond! Comment with your experience below and we’ll enter you for your chance to WIN a $500 local shopping spree in L&A. It's time to spread the word, Naturally L&A, it's a local thing. Comments will be moderated. Contest rules at naturallyla.ca/local. #shopnaturallyla #lennoxandaddington #napaneedistrictchamber #greaternapanee #stonemillstownship #loyalisttownship #addingtonhighlands #naturallyla #itsalocalthing • Coming Soon…a new learning opportunity created by Tammy Watson! Build your self- confidence and do simple home maintenance, repairs and improvements. Learn through videos, courses, check lists, newsletters, and workshops. Stay tuned for updates!
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• The Denbigh Stationary Christmas Parade was held on Saturday, December 18th at Heritage Park, with Santa & Mrs. Claus, various floats, food, and a bonfire on a snowy winter’s evening, making for a great atmosphere that everyone seemed to enjoy. The Denbigh Recreation Committee would like to thank Bev, Bonnie, Erin and all their helpers, Morris, Charlene and Jasper Keller, Joey, Jenelle and family from Rosie’s Gas and Cafe, Rob, Jenny and Gracie from Denbigh View Ranch for bringing their creative, decorated floats. Thank you also go out to the Denbigh Fire Department and all the volunteers, to David and Karen who kept the fire safely going so we could get warmed up, and to everyone who showed up to visit and see Santa. This was the Community’s first stationary Christmas Parade; it was a new idea and we hope everyone enjoyed the evening! • The Denbigh Recreation Committee went out and about for a drive around Ward 1 over the course of the week before Christmas to look at the light displays, each picking their favorites. They were absolutely amazed at the extent of the displays, making it a difficult decision to pick the winners. Thank you to everyone for making Christmas a little brighter, and congratulations to all the winners: 1st Prize Lloyd Burgess; 2nd Prize Marie Johnston and family; 3rd Prize Ronnie and Pam Rosenblath;
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• Christmas brought many joys and sorrows to our area followed by a new year! Special congratulations to Madison Cowick and Parker Carnegie who were married in Alabama prior to Christmas. Such a romantic time to be married. Madison is the Granddaughter of Ken and Ardith (Cowick) Arney of Henderson. • We were saddened by the death of Elaine (Deline) Cowdy who was raised right here in our village the daughter of the late Iner and Marie Deline. Also, our former church musician Helen Praskey died over the Christmas and we remember her life of service to church music that was wonderful. • Wendy (Baker) Gaylord who also has ancestors in our area lost her battle to cancer at Christmas time. Also we thank God for Lois Scott of Arden who died in this season as well. We were saddened to hear of the death of Vi Hole of Parham who was also well known in Henderson and all over the area. • Prior to Christmas our responders, hydro and phone folks responded valiantly to a power outage, storm, and downed trees with bravery, speed and kindness to all affected. Our road crews outdid themselves keeping the roads open in spite of the freezing rain. Covid unfortunately prevented large gatherings but we all did our part by staying home, wearing masks, and keeping the gatherings small or nonexistent. Truly we can say “we done good!’
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Honorable Mention: Alice Madigan and Jesse Snider. • The Denbigh Diners Christmas dinner has been rescheduled for Monday, January 10th. As of February 2022, the Diner's in Denbigh will resume the first Monday of every month. For info contact Shelby at 613 336 8934 ext.226. • Looking for a hot and tasty meal? The Meals on Wheels menu for the remainder of January is as follows: 13th Soup & Roll, Battered Cod with lemon, potato wedges, broccoli and rice pudding for dessert; 20th Soup & Roll, Salisbury Steak with fried onions, mashed potatoes, corn with vanilla caramel cake for dessert; 27th Soup & Roll, Southern Fried Chicken, potato wedges, sunrise veggies and apple pie. To place your order, contact Shelby at 613-336-8934 ext.226. • The Denbigh Community Food Bank would like to thank everyone for your generous donations this past year. We would not be able to serve the communities of Denbigh, Vennachar, Griffith and Matawatchan without your support; it is appreciated. The Food Bank will be open the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 11:00am. The dates for January are the 11th and 25th. Please call Gail 613-333-2224 for pick up. • With the recent cold weather, there is ice on the rink!! Grab your skates and head out to enjoy the outdoors. Find Denbigh Rink on facebook.
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The average adult’s head weighs about 4.5 kg. Your spine must not only bear that weight, but keep your body upright, flex, extend, twist and balance. When you lean your head forward, gravity increases the weight put on your spine. The more you angle your neck, the heavier your head becomes. This puts extreme strain on your vertebrae, ligaments, and muscles of your neck, shoulders, and back. Maintaining this position for hours, several times a day, can have serious consequences. The first signs of text neck are pain in the neck and shoulders. This can quickly progress to a headache, usually wrapping around the back of the skull and radiating to the temples and forehead. With text neck, the cervical (neck), vertebrae are being irritated along with the spinal nerves in that area. Since the nerves of the cervical region serve the arms, you may also experience pain, tingling, or numbness in your shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers. Over time, text neck can cause even more serious problems, like disc herniation. Having text neck also puts you at higher risk of developing vertebral compression fractures and scoliosis in the future. There are some excellent ways to prevent text neck. First is to take regular breaks from looking downward. Secondly, there are phone apps available that will monitor the angle of your phone, making sure it is kept straight. This encourages you to keep your device at eye level, looking at it straight on. This is invaluable, since it keeps your head in a natural, neutral position. If you can’t use such an app on your device, purchase a holder that will hold it at the correct height.
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‘Remarkable’ Construction Numbers For 2022 In Central Frontenac by Craig Bakay he numbers don’t lie. Construction details in Central Frontenac have been rising steadily for the past three years. Chief Building Official Andy Dillon’s report presented at Central’s regular (online) meeting Dec. 14 show that construction value, year to date, has risen to $17,133,265 in 2021 from $13,286,135 in 2020 and $10,965,340 in 2019. Building permits and fees have correspondingly risen as well, to 160 for $238,016 in 2021 from 151 and $186,430 in 2020 and $151,270 and 144 in 2019. And there’s another interesting trend, as noted by Coun. Brent Cameron. “The numbers are remarkable,” said Cameron. “And I noticed full-time residential gaining steadily over seasonal units.” There have been 26 new residential units in 2021 compared to 18 seasonal units. In 2020, the numbers were 19 and 13 and in 2019, 16 and 10. “A lot of people are finding they can live here all year and work from home,” said Dillon. “As long as they have good internet.” “And for others, they may not be full-time right now, but they plan to be,” said Mayor Frances Smith. “So, they’re doing it right the first time along.” What about Arden? Never one to let an opportunity to let any potential tax dollars slip away from Arden, Coun. Tom Dewey took aim at the Downtown Revitalization Program for Sharbot Lake report. “I think we should look at other communities in Central Frontenac,” Dewey said. “There’s a lot of potential there.” “We did say it (the Sharbot Lake project) was only the beginning,” said Mayor Frances Smith.
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Coun. Brent Cameron, who is also the chair of the economic development committee, said “we (his committee) have been discussing other potential projects.” “I think that in January we should set aside a reasonable slot of time to discuss all the points in the report,” said Smith. After an in-camera session to discuss named individuals, Smith reported that downtown revitalization co-ordinator position has been extended two months ’til the end of February, 2022 Deputy Mayor Whan Coun. Sherry Whan will be known as Dep. Mayor Sherry Whan for the final year of this Council. Whan was nominated for the position by the previous Dep. Mayor Nicki Gowdy and was unopposed. The position generally rotates between the four districts. Whan (along with Coun. Bill MacDonald) was acclaimed for Oso District (3) in the last election. Paramedic shortage? After Coun. Bill MacDonald observed that medical calls for the fire department “seem to be growing at an exponential rate,” Coun. Phillip Smith reported that he’s been hearing feedback that there have been some staffing issues at the Parham paramedic base and lack of ambulances there. Dep. Mayor Nicki Gowdy said she’s had similar feedback. “I hadn’t heard that,” said CAO/Clerk Cathy MacMunn. “We do have a mutual aid agreement that if one of our ambulances gets stuck in Kingston for a while, we’re covered by ambulances in L & A or Lanark Counties,” said MacDonald. “Covering is the protocol,” said Mayor Frances Smith. “It might mean that you have to wait a little longer for an ambulance but we’ll bring it up at County Council (the
governing body for ambulance service in Kingston and Frontenac County).” Expenses following residents to the grave “It’s getting more expensive to die,” said Mayor Frances Smith as Council discussed an increase in Cemetery fees. The cost of a resident single grave (which includes seasonal residents) will rise to $835.89 (including a $350 charge for perpetual care) in 2022 from $766.97 in 2021. Non-resident costs rose to $1,185.86 for 2022 from $1,100.41 in 2021. But Coun. Bill MacDonald didn’t think the price was high enough. “I have no problem with a cottage owner taking up permanent residency here as I consider them residents like any other,” MacDonald said. “But I think we’re selling them way too cheap. “What do plots cost in Toronto?” “We’re two to three times cheaper,” said CAO/Clerk Cathy MacMunn. “But we’ll get some price comparisons for you.” Free Wifi at township hall Council passed a resolution to provide free wifi to renters of Oso Hall subject to a review of what security protocols might be needed after Dep. Clerk Cindy Deachman reported she’d had a request from the local Alcoholics Anonymous group. “Sounds like a no-brainer to me,” said Coun. Victor Heese. “It was one of the recommendations for downtown revitalization.” The subject came up during an agenda item report from the North Frontenac Little Theatre reporting how well their transition to Oso Hall from GREC has gone. “The (NFLT) report was very nicely done,” said Mayor Frances Smith. “With all the little ticks and everything.” ■
South Frontenac Committee of the Whole - Dec 14/21 by Wilma Kenny Township Office Expansion Feasibility Study Eyes the Library Since 2015, the Township has included expansion of administrative office space in its long-range financial plans. Renovations to the lower level of the Township’s George Street offices in 2020 maximized the available footprint and created multiple new offices, but now no space remains to accommodate future staff or services at the current location and there is a shortage of meeting room space. In 2019, South Frontenac considered sharing a location with the County and Cataraqui Conservation Authority, but chose instead to study alternatives relating to the current site. Five possible options have been selected by staff after consultation with Architect Ron Awde, Southern Frontenac Community Services, and Kingston Frontenac Public Library. With Council’s approval, these will be included in the
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request for proposals (RFP) to undertake an Office Expansion Feasibility Study. A final recommendation would then be brought before Council for approval. The possible options are: 1) Build a two-storey addition to the rear of the current Township facilities; 2) Use a portion of the current library (the community room attached to the library is already part of the township facilities.); 3) Take over all of the current library space, and move the library facility into the planned Grace Centre as part of a community hub type of development; 4) Take over all of the current library space and seek alternate locations for a new library; 5) Maintain the current George St offices location and construct additional office space in an (undetermined) nearby location. Councillor Sutherland spoke against any reduction in library space; “This was a purpose-built library, and is wellused. It’s the fourth-most used in Kingston/Frontenac - it has become a hub for people without internet, or needing help in using the internet, as well as students.” Councillor McDougall concurred: “I was on the committee when it was designed by architects Shultz and Zabek, who had
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an established reputation for library design. The middle of the village is a perfect place for it, where it’s walkable and accessible.” (to two district schools and 55 units of seniors’ low market and rent-geared-to-income apartments. Ed.) McDougall added that he recalled that the library had been designed with the option to accommodate a future elevator and a second storey. Councillor Ruttan agreed, adding that he assumed this information would ‘come out in the report.’ CAO Carbone added that a review of the library’s projected programming plans would be an important part of any study. Sutherland said that he didn’t want to see any reduction in Library service and service quality. Council agreed that these five options could be included in the RFP for a feasibility study. Johnston Point Master Site Plan This information-only report gives background information on the Johnston Point Master Site Plan Control application, which implements conditions from the Condominium Agreement and the Environmental Benefit Permit governing the development of the 15 residential units and common elements in the Johnston Point Condominium. The (very detailed) Master Site Plan drawings are intended to visually communicate to Unit purchasers the specific limitations and restrictions that apply to development on each Unit within the condominium. The Condominium Agreement requires the master site plan address a number of concerns and restrictions related to development in an environmentally sensitive area.
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Festive Feast in Verona
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he weather looked quite treacherous as the communities of South & Central Frontenac awoke to an icy day Christmas morning. Black ice had glazed every street and while main roadways had been plowed and sanded, at least once, the side roads continued to present a challenge with deep ditches and slippery slopes. While Santa had the advantage of ‘air travel’ many of us did not and we had to scrape windshields, walk like penguins, and leave our homes early to get to the Verona Lions Hall without incident. We planned our cautious route knowing that our main hill would be the biggest slope and we maneuvered the truck with care, sliding down and modulating the ABS to prevent us from skidding through the intersection at Hwy 38. With a deep sigh of relief, we continued along the road with an eerie apocalyptic vibe as cars were frozen in time and there was no bustle of pedestrians or traffic as homeowners hunkered down to enjoy a quiet morning of gift giving and sharing of stories and family time. Upon arrival at the hall, we were warmly greeted and managed to get a lovely, covered parking spot so we would not have to scrape the truck, yet another time. Doreen Morey welcomed us into the warmth, and we could smell turkey and dressing as it wafted past us. Comforting, savoury, and all the while stirring up memories of past Christmas’ with family and friends. We were new to the area, so we decided to volunteer our time to help with the Festive Feast that is an annual event and was the caring genius of Doug & Joyce Casement, and John & Sheila Steele. When I asked how this all began, I was taken down memory lane and they spoke fondly of Inie Platenius, who has since passed away, and how it was her dream to have a sit-down meal on Christmas for anyone that may be alone. Inie was a visionary who saw great things for this small town and her contagious passion continues through those who loved her and miss her dearly. Fast forward 10 years and the feast looks a bit different as the team adapted to COVID restrictions and this was the first time to offer strictly take out so the tradition could continue. The previous eat-in meal would host approximately 65-100 people and offered entertainment
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and children’s games; it was a way to share stories and gather as a community. Since the beginning, this group has been providing warm meals on Christmas day for anyone that was interested. With a quick e-mail or phone call, you were added to a list, that has steadily increased annually, and on this occasion, you could pop by to pick up the hot meal in a convenient, safe, drive through setting. Planning and organization begins days in advance with a behind the scenes frenetic energy that includes, calls, emails, Volunteers portion out Christmas dinner at the Verona Lions Hall. pickups, and deliveries. At 11:30 the first guest arrived, and everyone kicked Slicing, dicing, peeling, and into action managing to distribute over 110 meals within boiling continue for the week as each puzzle piece begins one hour and delivering to many locals who had called in to fit in place for the final ‘reveal’. Volunteers are coordinated to perform each task, buzzing around the hive, the the same day, hopeful that someone could navigate the treacherous roads. background humming with a benevolent tone. By 12:30 the remaining few meals were out the door for Early Christmas morning the ‘packaging’ and final prepfinal delivery and the clean up continued back of house arations continued, stations were laid out in the donated Lions Hall, where volunteers dished out delectable, thick, with dish washing, tidying, and sorting. This was a great community initiative that I hope conchocolate, and vanilla cake slices. tinues for many years. To meet so many kind people in After about 2 hours of prepping, the parade of coolers one place was a real pleasure and the recipients were arrived, and a buffet style table was set up so the ‘food distribution line’ could begin. Sterno pots, crock pots, and grateful for a meal and a friendly hello as some had reutensils donned the lengthy tables and volunteers lined cently fallen on difficult times. Thank you to all the volunteers who made the event up with military precision to dish out the grub and then fun, friendly, and festive for our first time with this group. keep it warm in the coolers until the guests arrived for curbside pick-up. The plan was for just over 100 meal When we were asked if we were heading home for Christrecipients from all walks of life. Many folks called in on mas, I grinned and replied, “we ARE home!” For more information on volunteer opportunities in your behalf of a neighbour and then volunteered to come out area be sure to check out the local newspaper, clubs, and gather the food for personal delivery to those that churches, and community groups. ■ struggled with transportation, mobility, or the weather.
Dennis Doyle Takes On Frontenac County Warden Role Amid Endless COVID By Jeff Green ennis Doyle was the winner of the pre-arranged Frontenac County warden election at the December 15 Frontenac County Council meeting. He talked about a few of the priorities he would like to see Council pursue in the final year of the current council term, which he expects will be his last as Mayor of Frontenac Islands and a member of Frontenac County Council. Three weeks later, most of those initiatives are a bit less at the forefront of his thinking as he has been immersed in his other major public role, that of the Chair of the Board of Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington Public Health, a position he has held for the
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though he recognises that 2022 is an election year and progress on a lot of fronts may be limited. He said that major priorities, for the county, were to implement the final stages of the communal services project, work towards four hours of care at Fairmount Home, look for novel ways to attract and maintain staff at Fairmount Home and Frontenac Paramedic services, work towards improved broadband and cell coverage across the Frontenacs, support and find ways to do more regarding protecting the environment, and maintain good relations with all of our partners.” He also wants to see the county develop plans to attract more residents, and to encourage environmentally friendly ways to grow and support businesses. Finally, he said that as members of council, “Our role is to set a tone for leadership, stewardship and respect, as colleagues who have been entrusted to make decisions on behalf of Frontenac County. We do not have to always agree, but we need to listen to each other’s opinions in carrying out our responsibilities.” ■
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Christmas Bird Count
by Carolyn and Michael Bonta he Saturday prior brought a windstorm and the Saturday after brought freezing rain, but Saturday, December 18 was a more typical early winter day with heavy flurries and a bit of a breeze, yet relatively mild temperatures. Although Frontenac Count Day only had 35 field surveyors and 13 feeder-watchers this year, we tallied our second-highest numbers with 3,730 birds from 50 species. The Frontenac circle is a very rural area with many backroads, protected areas, and trails. As a result, surveyors in this count walk a lot and those traveling in vehicles can safely stop frequently to “pish” and listen for birds that otherwise wouldn’t be detected. From startling a Ruffed Grouse in the woods to flushing a Winter Wren from under a boardwalk to noticing the creeper at the base of a large oak tree –these are the treasures one finds when we step away from a vehicle. It was unfortunate that, once again, we were unable to build teams and round up afterward to fully appreciate the educational and social aspects of a Christmas Bird Count. However, we are incredibly grateful for
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the participation and enthusiasm of everyone who participated in the 7thAnnual Frontenac CBC. Ongoing since 1900, Christmas Bird Counts are the longest-running Citizen Science project in North America. Learn more at www.birdscanada.org/volunteer/ cbc/, encourage your family, friends, and neighbours to participate as field surveyors or feeder-watchers, and join us again next year on Saturday, December 17, 2022. Results from the 2022 Frontenac CBC have been submitted to the National Audubon Society. We always love hearing from participants. Let us know what you enjoy most about the Frontenac CBC and what we might do differently to make sure this always remains a count that everyone can enjoy. Email Carolyn and Michael: bonta.johnson@sympatico.ca Surveyors round up in Sydenham to plan their routes and strategise about how to find as many birds as possible. Photo S. Smith This barred owl was seen by Team 11 during the Christmas Bird Count on December 18, 2021. ■
OPP Report
B&E’s under investigation
(FRONTENAC, ON) Sharbot Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to inform the public of several recent break and enters and thefts that occurred in the North Frontenac Township area. The break and enters, theft of trailers, All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) and mischief to property centre around seasonal cottages. The OPP have identified persons of interest. The OPP is reminding the public to ensure that your property and vehicle are securely locked up. Police also recommend to photograph, label and record serial numbers of their property. Police would like hear from any witnesses that may have any information in relation to these occurrences by calling Sharbot Lake OPP or Frontenac OPP at 1-888310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000 or you can submit a tip to Crime Stoppers at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca
Impaired Driver Strikes Tree
(FRONTENAC, ON) - On December 23, 2021 just after 11:00 p.m., officers from the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Round Lake Road in South Frontenac Township, Ontario. The investigation of the crash scene indicated that the driver of the motor vehicle left the road and struck a tree. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Frontenac Detachment. Mitchell HARPER, age 24 of South Frontenac has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences: Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs; Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus). The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston on January 20, 2022.
Driver Strikes Hydro Pole
(FRONTENAC, ON) - On December 30, 2021 just after 5:00 p.m., officers from the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Echo Lake Road in Central Frontenac Township, Ontario. The investigation of the crash scene indicated that the driver of the motor vehicle left the road and struck a Hydro pole. The driver was taken by ambulance to the hospital with non life threatening injuries. The driver, Steve Gregory SMITH, age 28 of Central Frontenac was then taken into custody and has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences: Dangerous operation; Failure or refusal to comply with demand. The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston on January 27, 2022.
Reader Wendy Hinch photographed this family of bluebirds in her back yard on Murvale Rd in South Frontenac.
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The Real Estate Market in 2021 - North Frontenac the priciest spot by Dawn Morden, Sales representative Nadeau Real Estate ess real estate sold during the last quarter of 2021 than during the third quarter. This was expected as sales generally slow when winter approaches. Less real estate also sold this fall than during the same time in 2020. The market though, less busy, was still very competitive. Most property sold in fewer days than during the third quarter, or during the same time in 2020. The average sale price of property continued to climb. All five townships had sales of waterfront homes for over a million dollars. The most expensive was located in North Frontenac with a sale price of 2.25 million dollars. Despite the high prices during this period, homes were purchased in Stone Mills and Central Frontenac for $150,000, South Frontenac for $207,000, and in Addington Highlands and North Frontenac, $225,000. 2021 Overview. The Year As a Whole. Over 300 million dollars of real estate was sold in Frontenac County during 2021. Sales volume was higher than any year for the past ten years despite the fact that there were fewer properties on the market. At year end, the number of listings was at it's lowest in the past ten years. Buyers purchased more of what was available. People wanted to buy. Homes and property were in high demand. The same trend was seen in Stone Mills with almost the highest volume of sales in the last ten years, and the fewest number of listings throughout the year, and at year end. Addington Highlands had a similar experience. 2021 had one of the highest volume of sales in the last ten years, with the fewest number of new listings throughout the year. In one way or another, all five townships had record
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breaking years. Most properties that were for sale, sold. In most communities they sold faster than they ever have. Sales prices increased tremendously and even so homes sold for more than the asking price in most areas. The most dramatic increases were in North Frontenac. Towards the end of 2021 the average sale price of both homes and land in North Frontenac surpassed the average sale prices in South Frontenac. North Frontenac is now the most expensive of the five townships to purchase property. Here are some details of the real estate market activity during 2021 in each township. Data from MLS December 31, 2021, it's accuracy a reflection of MLS reporting processes. Includes Kingston and Ottawa board listings. Information from 2020 is in brackets ( ) Prices in thousands of dollars Addington Highlands Houses sold – 70 (72) average price $466 ($330), average % of listing price 99% (98%) Waterfront - $684 ($419), off water $366 ($241), Vacant Land – 33 (25) average price - $135 ($93) Vacant Land – Properties sold 33 (25) average price - $135 ($93) North Frontenac Houses sold – 87 (60) average price $670 ($418), average % of listing price 104% (100%) Waterfront - $774 ($455), off water $322 ($189), Vacant Land – Properties sold 26 (14) average price - $190 ($108) Central Frontenac Houses sold – 129 (107) average price - $511 ($392), average % of listing price 107% (98%) Waterfront - $698 ($471), off water $363 ($283), Vacant Land – Properties sold 54 (47)
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n most parts of Canada traditional compost heaps are dormant and largely inaccessible during the winter. But there is a way to deal with kitchen waste this time of year, allowing you to make good quality compost and keep waste out of landfill. This method can also handle meat scraps, dairy, and fat that would normally be harmful in an outdoor aerobic compost pile. This January, join Astrid Muschalla from the Rideau 1000 Islands Master Gardeners as she introduces indoor Bokashi composting. Unlike aerobic composting, the Bokashi method won’t produce greenhouse gases, so it’s a low-tech tactic that both individuals and businesses can use to combat the climate crisis. “From all kitchen scraps including meats
and bones, to soil, this closed system composting is great for small spaces and starts indoors, allowing you to compost all year round,” Muschalla shared. Muschalla is presenting two identical Indoor Bokashi Composting sessions. The first is Monday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. and the second is Saturday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. Both presentations are happening on Zoom. Register online at https://calendar.kfpl. ca/event/5947351 (Jan. 10 session) or https://calendar.kfpl.ca/ event/5947640 (Jan. 22 session), or by phone at (613) 549-8888. Registrants will be emailed a Zoom link immediately upon registration and will need to download Zoom in advance. ■
McDougall Energy Inchas Donates $3,000 to the South Frontenac Food Bank
The SFCSC Food Bank is run by a dedicated group of hardworking volunteers and is available to anyone in South Frontenac and rural Kingston (north of Hwy. 401) who needs help putting food on the table. “McDougall Energy is built on the support of the people living and working within the communities we serve, and local investments are an essential part of our business”, says Darren McDougall, President of McDougall Energy Inc. “Our company entered the Kingston market in June of this year through the acquisition of Rosen Energy. The SFCSC Food Bank has always
served a high volume of clients, and with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of people reaching out for assistance has increased significantly. And that number continues to grow. Since the beginning of 2021, more than 500 households have received food hampers that helped almost 1,700 residents, including 552 children. “This gift from McDougall Energy makes a difference in the lives of many area residents by helping provide food to those who would otherwise go hungry,” says David Townsend, Executive Director of SFCSC ■
average price - $194 ($114) South Frontenac Houses sold – 299 (355) average price - $606 ($512), average % of listing price 110% (101%) Waterfront - $722 ($602), off water $539 ($458), Vacant Land – Properties sold 93 (66) average price - $230 ($172) Stone Mills Houses sold 135 (128), average price $591 ($429) average % of listing price – 197% (100%). Waterfront homes average price - $870 ($515) off water $521,000 ($390) Vacant Land – Properties sold 42 (36) average price $192 ($158) Sellers were in a good position during 2021 however, if they were planning to move to a new home would have been under pressure to find and purchase
that home before moving. Buyers had less to choose from on the market, and more people bought than in the last ten years. Properties sold quickly, often with little or no offer negotiation. Buyers had to know exactly what they wanted and how much they were willing to pay so they could act quickly to get their offers in and accepted. It wasn't so much about 'getting a good deal', but more about getting something at all. Such high average sale prices are great for some people but may seem discouraging to others. If you want to own a home or property, don't be discouraged. ■
Hospice Community Liaison (Starts at: $24,297 -$25,847)
Hospice Palliative Care Coordinator (Starts at: $42,169-$45,627)
Southern Frontenac Community Services is a rural based organization focused on working with others in the provision of health and social services that meet the needs of our community. The Hospice Palliative Care Coordinator (HPCC) oversees a volunteer based program to deliver palliative and bereavement support throughout the communities of Frontenac County and Addington Highlands. The Coordinator provides outreach to clients, trains and supports a team of volunteers matched to provide in-home support. The HPCC works with partner organizations to provide support programs to clients and their caregivers. This is a full-time (35 hours weekly), ongoing position. Work location may be shared between the Sydenham, ON office and a northern township location.
Southern Frontenac Community Services is a rural based organization focused on working with others in the provision of health and social services that meet the needs of our community. The Hospice Community Liaison establishes, and maintains working relationships with other health care organizations in Frontenac County and Addington Highlands pertaining to the provision of Volunteer Hospice Support Services. The Hospice Community Liaison works closely with the SFCSC staff to promote its programs and develop volunteer recruitment partnerships and opportunities. This is a part-time (21 hours weekly), one-year contract position, with flexible working hours. Work location may be shared between the Sydenham, ON office and a northern township location.
Primary Duties: • Provide recruitment, training and direction to a team of volunteers • Communicate with clients, provide listening support, match clients with volunteers, and make referrals to other professionals • Support all administrative aspects of the program, including maintenance of volunteer and client files • Collaborate with other organizations to establish Support Groups • Maintain and nurture community partnerships
Primary Duties: • Work with the Hospice Palliative Care Coordinator to ensure a robust volunteer base is established and maintained to meet client demand • Provide recruitment, training and direction to a team of volunteers • Communicate with clients, provide listening support and referrals to other professionals • Support all administrative aspects of the program, including maintenance of volunteer and client files • Establish, maintain, and nurture community partnerships
Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www.sfcsc.ca/careeropportunities
Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www.sfcsc.ca/careeropportunities
Requirements: • A clear understanding of hospice palliative care, grief and bereavement • Experience managing and mentoring volunteers • Post-secondary education relevant to the position • Successful completion of a Hospice Ontario or equivalent training program • Comfortable with difficult conversations, including topics related to death and dying • Proficient with Microsoft Office programs • Reliable transportation and ability to travel independently throughout program catchment area
Requirements: - A clear understanding of hospice palliative care, grief and bereavement - Experience managing and mentoring volunteers - Post-secondary education relevant to the position - Successful completion of a Hospice Ontario or equivalent training program - Comfortable with difficult conversations, including topics related to death and dying - Proficient with Microsoft Office programs - Reliable transportation and ability to travel independently throughout program catchment area
The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check and proof of COVID19 vaccination.
The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check and proof of COVID19 vaccination.
To Apply: Send a resume and a cover letter clearly indicating how you meet the role requirements to Southern Frontenac Community Services via email to chantal.tyrell@sfcsc.ca with Hospice Palliative Care Coordinator in the subject line by January 21, 2022.
To Apply: Send a resume and a cover letter clearly indicating how you meet the role requirements to Southern Frontenac Community Services via email to chantal.tyrell@sfcsc.ca with Hospice Community Liaison in the subject line by January 21, 2022.
We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices – please notify Chantal Tyrell if you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment and selection process.
We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices – please notify Chantal Tyrell if you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants, however, only those receiving an interview will be contacted.
We thank all applicants, however, only those receiving an interview will be contacted.
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Birthday
Happy 9th Birthday Jordyn Ritchie
Jan. 3, 2022 Love Mom, Dad & Blake; Grandma & Grandpa; Laura, Andrew, Addi & Hunter
Card of Thanks Credicott
The family of the late Bob Credicott, who passed away at Oshawa Hospital Nov. 5 2021, would like to send out a Big Thank-You to Family, Friends and Neighbours for expressions of sympathy with cards, emails or for Donations to the Alzheimers Society or The War Amps. "Bob will be forever in Our Hearts" Credicott Family
"Thanks To All"
From Elaine Cowdy Thanks to all for your prayers you sent to me from miles around! Your thoughts of kindness along with your wonderful deeds you've provided as well You gave me courage and hope I send best wishes and thanks to everyone May life treat you well Sincerely, Elaine Cowdy
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OBITUARY
Hole, Violet Aileen (Patterson) Passed away peacefully at Lanark Lodge, Perth on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 in her 89th year. Predeceased by her devoted husband Gordon, parents George and Olive Patterson (Clow) and sister Blanche Curson. Violet will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Cheryl Cowdy (Lloyd) of Parham and her son Scott of Ottawa. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews as well as great-great nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Goodfellow’s Funeral Home. Visitation was held at Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm followed by a Service in the Chapel at 12:00 pm. Interment in Parham Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations made to Parham United Church or the Central Frontenac Fire Department District # 4 would be appreciate by the family. Online condolences, photos and memories can be shared at www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.
OBITUARY Praskey, Helen
We are immensely saddened to announce the passing of our best friend and mother, Helen Nancy Praskey at the age of 93 with family by her side. She leaves behind three children and their families: Katherine (Dave and Nick, Jenna and Kaylynn), Karen (Jen and Tim) and Bud (Heather and Lily). Helen grew up in Toronto with her parents, Abram and Delma Pike, and siblings Dorothy, Don and Bob. She was deeply saddened by the loss of Bob in 1944 when the bomber he was piloting was shot down to its final resting place on a farm in Belgium. Helen’s father was a high school teacher and she felt lucky to be able to spend each summer at the cottage at the lake in Central Frontenac. For the past three decades, Helen loved living at the new house with our father, David Roland John Praskey until dad’s passing in 2009, and then on her own. Helen felt very fortunate to be living back at the cottage property after moving from Peterborough in 1991. Over the past 30 years, Helen had been heavily involved in several community activities including: Director of the Glee Club for which she arranged the music along with Clint Barnett, until his passing; organist and pianist at two local churches and seniors’ events; vocalist with a local pop/jazz ensemble and leader of Tai Chi classes. Helen was also a Wellesley Hospital School of Nursing alumnus (1950). By far, her most cherished possessions were her friends and family. One would never suspect that if you turned off ‘The Lost Highway’, one would find such a wonderful community, rich with so many beautiful and caring people. She felt truly privileged every day. Thanks go to caregivers at Perth hospital and KGH, as well as to the Tamworth Medical Clinic for the many years of incredible support to both Helen and David. We leave you with a note from one of our newer family members, Jim, who couldn’t have put it better: Leading by example, teaching from both head and heart, believing in life and seeing the good in all. No need for the deceptions put forth by many, yet confident in the ways of the truth. Inquisitive, thoughtful, and never satisfied with the easy solutions, be they moral, political, or spiritual. A generous friend to many and bright light in the community. Always to be remembered as wife, mother, grandmother, instructor, musician, choirmaster, singer, caregiver and companion. Let's not be saddened by this loss, but inspired by those gifts she shared with all. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any charity nearest and dearest to your heart in memory of Helen. When safe, a gathering to honour and celebrate Helen will be announced. In the care of Hannah Funeral Home, in Tamworth 613-379-2997. Online condolences at www.hannahfuneralhome.com
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OBITUARY KENDRICK, Robert Edward
April 8, 1931 – December 31, 2021 On 31 December 2021, surrounded by the love of his family, Robert Edward Kendrick passed peacefully at his home in Sydenham, ON. Bob was the beloved husband of Connie (Sands) and father of Rob (Cindy), Wendy (Al), and Tommy (predeceased). He was grandfather of Cody (Kate), Kris (Becca), and Casey Murray, and Nicole (Dylan) and Erica Kendrick. He was also “GGPa” to Evelyn Murray. Bob was predeceased by his parents Omar and Reta (Botting) Kendrick. He is survived by his sisters Lois Irwin (late Bill) and Debbie Dupuis (Richard). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Cremation will take place at James Reid Funeral Home. No visitation is planned. A family gathering will take place at a later date.
Closs, Kirby
It is with great sadness that the family of Mark ‘Kirby’ Closs announce his passing at home on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at age 64. Loving husband of 38 years to Carole (nee Donly). Dear son of the late Beatrice and Harold Closs of Harrowsmith. Beloved brother of Colleen Horton (Tony) of Verona and Darlene Love (Russell) of Moscow. Predeceased by his brothers Kevin and Shawn and sister-in-law Robin. He will be sorely missed by sisters-in-law Cathy Collins (Chris Chamberlain) and Colleen Herrington, many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. We would like to extend a special thank you to our family as well as Tom Haffner, Samantha and Will Buchanan, nurses Sarah and Wendy, neighbours Lisa and Roger Parsons, and all the staff at the Kingston Regional Cancer Centre. Cremation has taken place. A private family Interment will be held at Harrowsmith Cemetery in his mother and fathers grave. A Celebration of Kirby’s Life will be held at the family home (1659 Sharpe Road, Odessa) on Saturday, March 19, 2022 from 1-5 pm. Covid restrictions will be in place. For those desiring, memorial donations to UHKF (Kingston Regional Cancer Centre) or a charity of choice would be appreciated in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to Payne Funeral Home, 178 Main St., Odessa, Ontario K0H 2H0 (613-386-7373). Please share your memories and condolences to the family at www.paynefuneralhome.com Payne Funeral Home 178 Main Street, Odessa (613) 386-7373 “The Smith family here for your family”
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OBITUARY McCullough, Shirley Marie
Momma passed way at home on December 16th, 2021 in her 83rd year with her loving husband Ken and Babes (cat) by her side. Loving mother of Francis (deceased) Vivian (Claude), Carl (June) Step mother of Stephen (Polly), Randy (deceased) and Wanda (Kevin). Sadly, missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dear sister of Edward (deceased), Leonard and (Betty deceased), Shelia (Dave deceased) Donna (Earl), Audrey (George deceased) Lorraine (Alphonse deceased) and Beverley (deceased) and Marion. Sister-in-law to Dorthey Vincent (deceased) Marie (Ford deceased) Raymo, Ollie (deceased) and Elwood (deceased). Lovingly missed by many nephews and nieces. Shirley worked for Canada Post, delivering mail for over 32 years, along with being an active farmers wife. She loved hunting deer and moose and enjoyed trapping alongside her husband Ken. Interment at Parham cemetery. CARD, Shirley Peacefully, in Perth, Ontario, on Thursday, December 16, 2021, Joyce Shirley (Stinchcombe) Card, at the age of 91. Predeceased by her husband, Floyd Joseph Card. Loved mother of Fay (late Nick) Wamsteeker of Sorrento, B.C.; Connie Burns of Mountain Grove; Steven (Sandra) of Okotoks, Alberta; Ivan (Annette) of Armstrong, B.C. and Lynn (Heather) of Perth. Predeceased by her daughter Glenna (late Bill) McGill. Loving grandmother of Waylon (Candace) McGill; Carrie Harren; Brittany (Josh) Marlatt and Kaitlin Card; Melissa, Miriah and Jessica Card; and Matthew and Meghan Card. Also survived by seven great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Pat Tryon. Predeceased by her siblings Bob Stinchcombe, Myra Hawley, June Stinchcombe, King Stinchcombe and Carolyn Harvey. A private graveside service was held on Sunday, December 19. Interment at Olden Cemetery, Mountain Grove. Memorial donations made to Parkinson Canada or your local food bank in Shirley’s memory would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham.
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Hartwick, Cecil Allen June 5 1940- December 16 2021 Passed away at home in Mountain Grove on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at the age of 81. Beloved son of Cecil and Winnifred Hartwick. Loving father of Christine Liscumb (Doug), late Joseph, and Bradley (Mandi). He will be greatly missed by grandchildren Josh Liscumb, Jordan Liscumb (Sabrina), Emma Hartwick, and great grandson Carter Liscumb. Predeceased by brother’s Garnet, Dale and Harold. Cecil will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will be notified of Celebration of Life to be held in the summer. Online condolences, photos and memories can be shared at www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.
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In loving memory of Artie Teal We do not need a special day to bring him to our minds. The day we do not think of him is impossible to find. Each morning when we awake, we know that he is gone. And no one knows the heartache. as we try to carry on. Our hearts still ache with sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose our son, no one will ever know. Our thoughts are always with him, his place no one can fill, In life we loved him dearly in death we love him still. We often think of bygone days, when we were all together. The family chain is broken now but memories will live forever. To us, he has not gone away, nor has he traveled far. Just entered God’s eternal home, and left the gate ajar. We who love him, sadly miss him, As it draws another year. In our lonely hours of thinking, Thoughts of him are ever near. While you, dear son, rest and sleep, Your loving memory we’ll always keep. We miss you son, Mom & Dad
(1938-2021) Beloved wife of Ken McCullough Loving mother of Francis St. Pierre (deceased) Vivian (Claude) Baron Carl (June) St. Pierre Loving Grandma: Kristen (Richard) (old man) Sawyer (Great Grandson) Alisha (Eddie) Many other grandchildren and Great grandchildren Step mom Steven (Polly) McCullough Randy McCullough (deceased) Wanda (Kevin) Lansbergen and many grandchildren and great grandchildren "Now that I have left this world Remember my heart”
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These include considerable detail relating to: location of all proposed structures, including septic system, alternate septic location and well, locations and width of any walkway to water, any driveway and the private road (which must be a minimum of 30m from any wetland); location of all common element blocks including mailboxes, garbage/recycling containers and streetlights. Future dock dimensions and locations are marked. The butternut tree and its buffer area is noted, as well as several basking logs. This Master Site Plan helps the Township integrate the zone provisions and study recommendations; it demonstrates that this development meets the site development conditions the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks established for this condominium through the Environmental Benefit Permit (PT-C-00116); and it also regulates any development within the common elements (roads and blocks) on lands owned by the condominium corporation. Councillor Sutherland pointed out that lots 2 & 14 did not have alternate septic locations: this was amended in the final version brought to Council for approval Dec 21. ■ (Note: The many residents who have been concerned about this development over the past several years may wish to examine the full 7-page site plan report, as well as the attendant maps. These can be found on the Township website in the agenda of the Dec 21 Council meeting.)
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James Michael “Mike” Smith (December 28, 1944 - January 2, 2022) On Sunday, January 2, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer, Mike walked into Heaven and was embraced by the arms of his Father Jimmy, Mother Faith, sister Mary and brother Bob. Leaving behind his wife of 52 years Polly (Hickey) son Scott (Lisa), daughter Susan (Briar) and his 4 adored grandchildren Brody (Meagan), Sidney (Codie) Brandon, (Jaycie) and Kiley. Mass of Christian burial at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Friday, January 7 at 11am. (Covid-19 restrictions in place). Interment to follow. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com. In Lieu of Flowers, memorial donations may be contributed to the Canadian Cancer Society with appreciation.
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The power of the extra South Frontenac vote raises an eyebrow Frontenac County quietly passes its 2022 budget with increase of 4% in levy, offset by growth.
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hen it came time to express his dissent over the 2022 Frontenac County budget, South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal first had to identify the budget bylaw among a laundry list of 9 year-end measures being approved by council. “I would like to separate out bylaw D from the rest, and request a recorded vote,” he said when the motion to approve the bylaws was proposed at the December 15, 2021 meeting. “That's the budget bylaw, isn't it?” “The budget bylaw is E. D is the tax rate bylaw, but E is the spending estimates bylaw,” said County Clerk Janette Amini. “I'd like to separate out E then, and request a recorded vote,” he said. At the budget deliberations in October and again at a meeting on November 24, as in previous years, Vandewal made it clear that he “will not support a budget with an increase of over 2%”. At that November meeting, the budget had been reduced by a few thousand dollars after Council indicated, at an earlier meeting, that they wanted the increase (which originally stood at 4.13%) be shaved to under 4%. Treasurer Alex Lemieux made the necessary changes by adjusting the way some items were funded. The final amount to be collected from Frontenac County ratepayers is 3.98%. With the budget bylaw isolated from the rest of the bylaws, at the December 15 meeting, a vote was taken. One by one, the 8 council members (meeting over Zoom, as the meeting was being held when the Omicron wave was already sweeping through Kingston and Frontenac County) had to un-mute and speak into their computer screens. It took a minute or two, but
they all said yes, except Vandewal. “The motion is passed by a vote of 7-2,” said Janette Amini. “How could it be 7-2,” said North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins, “there was only one vote against the motion.” “As mayor of South Frontenac, Councillor Vandewal has two votes,” said Amini. Higgins smiled and nodded. “Don't you remember?” said Warden Dennis Doyle as Higgins nodded again. In 2009, when Frontenac County added a second member of council from each township to what had been a four member council, made up by the Frontenac mayors, the mayor of South Frontenac was given a second vote. South Frontenac is the township with most of the population and assessment in Frontenac County, and the extra vote gives it 3 votes out of 9, while the others only have 2. The second vote is a rarity because recorded votes on county bylaws are not common, and the bulk of the deliberations on council are done as a Committee of the Whole, where the second vote does not even apply. The 3.98% increase in the Frontenac County budget is offset by growth. Assessment growth in Frontenac County due to new construction between 2020 and 2021 was just under 1% (0.92%) so the impact of the budget on pre-existing properties will be a shade over 3.06% in the coming year. In South Frontenac, the budget that is presented to Council incorporates growth into the final calculation, making the Frontenac County budget just 1% over Vandewal's target. “I recognise that the county budget is heavily salary based and is not like a township budget. I know you can't just defer a road
Happy New Year to Everyone Smitty’s Appliances wants to wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous new year in 2022. We want to thank all the people who have supported us in the past 48 years in our business of buying and selling appliances. And, yes, we plan to keep doing what we are doing now for another 20 years. Smitty says that the business and staff are growing. At this time, Smitty wants to thank his staff for all their hard work. Smittly says that after 48 years, repeat customers are returning and that is the sign of happy customers. We want to thank friends, neighbors and relatives who have passed the good word on to other people. We never advertise red tag sales, midnight sales, anniversary sales, Boxing Day sales or January sales. We just have everyday low prices of high quality appliances. With Smitty’s being the exclusive dealer we can give better pricing and warranties. Remember, the Frigidaire product we sell has a very long established name behind it. Every Woman Loves her Fridge, Stove, Washer and Dryer. We don’t have fancy showrooms, music piped in or plush carpet to walk on. We run a warehouse operation that allows us to sell with the low prices that we offer. Smitty pledges to always have the lowest prices. We are community oriented and we have donated fridges to churches, food banks, weddings, plowing matches, etc. Smttty says it is his way of repaying the community for their business with us. Smitty’s Always Making New Friends. Smitty does things differently than big stores. Even on Christmas Day he received three calls from people who didn’t buy their stoves from him who couldn’t get their ovens to work, while trying to cook the Christmas turkey. As a goodwill gesture Smitty went to help them, free of charge too. Smitty says it’s the little things the public appreciate. We like to think of ourselves as one big family in the community. We are always here to help any day or hour. Smitty says the customer must be happy after the sale. Always Shake the Customer’s Hand Smitty says the only people he can’t please are the competition. Smitty guarantees that as long as he is in business he will do his best to give the customer the best service and prices, and we guarantee that Smitty will still be in business to back these words up. Please come and see for yourself what we have to offer. We have our own financing, the same as the big stores, but with no interest charges or gimmicks. There is always same day delivery too. Customers come first at Smitty’s. Looking forward to serving you for another 20 years, Thank you! The Little Businessman with the Big Heart
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project in order to cut the budget like we can do in South Frontenac, but I still believe in setting a target of 2% when staff start working on the budget, and meeting that target” Vandewal said, in comments after the November 17 meeting. For the record, even though all Frontenac County ratepayers pay the same rate for county taxes, the percentage paid by each township is adjusted each year when the to-
tal of all property values in each township is taken into account. In 2022. Frontenac Islands residents will pay 9.28%, North Frontenac residents 15.85%, Central Frontenac residents will pay 16.41%, and South Frontenac residents will pay 56.58%. The amount for the three smaller townships is up marginally from 2021 and the amount for South Frontenac is down slightly.
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ennox and Addington (L&A) County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), North Addington Education Centre (NAEC) and local businesses joined together this holiday season to bring some extra Christmas joy to families in our community. Officers and staff from NAEC had heard of "Shop with a Cop" initiatives in other communities and wanted to share in this experience. There was an overwhelming response from local businesses wanting to support families in need within our community. The team received enough cash donations and numerous gifts for six students to participate in the "Shop with a Cop". The kids were able to buy presents for their siblings, parents and be gifted a present as
well. The families received a turkey dinner and all the fixings which were delivered by Police and School Staff after the kids helped wrap the goodies. During the week of December 12 to 17 the team used innovative ways to keep the "Shop with a Cop" happening during the Covid concerns. Officers donated their time to go to the school and shop online while having lunch with the nominated students. The officers then went and picked up the gifts and helped wrap them. While the kids were in class on Friday December 17, 2021 the presents were delivered to the door step of the joyous families. The L&A County OPP and NAEC would like to thank everyone in our community for generously donating to help those in need.
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On behalf of the Board, Physicians, and Staff of Sharbot Lake Family Health Team Thank you to so many who made the
Sharbot Lake Covid Vaccination Clinics a Huge Success!
Special Thanks to: • All the volunteers • Frontenac Paramedics • Central Frontenac Volunteer Fire & Rescue • KFLA Public Health • The Township of Central Frontenac • North Frontenac Telephone Company And, of course To the members of the community who came out to be vaccinated! On very short notice, we recently completed three booster clinics where over 1500 people were immunized. In 2021 a total of ten Covid immunization clinics were held. They were a huge success, and it is thanks to all of you. We are proud to be part of a community that works together.
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Tree Planting with the 50 Million Tree Program
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lanting trees is valuable for wildlife, watersheds and communities. To find out more about large-scale tree planting programs, join this online webinar - Tree Planting with the 50 Million Tree Program - on January 11 at 7 pm. The 50 Million Tree Program was inspired by global efforts to plant billions of trees worldwide each year. Forests Ontario has planted more than 34 million trees through the program, producing over 17,000 hectares of new forest. (Visit forestsontario.ca.) Jim Hendry, Field Advisor for Forests Ontario in Eastern Ontario and a registered professional forester, will outline the 50 Million Tree Program, Forests Ontario’s accomplishments, and how to get into the program. He will also address their education and outreach programs. Steve Pitt, a local forestry consultant working with Forests Ontario, will describe his tree planting work in our area. If you are a landowner, what are your goals for your land? If you wish to improve wildlife habitat, connect forests to create larger natural corridors, create recreational
opportunities, or leave a legacy for future generations – this program is right up your alley. Landowners with the space to plant a minimum of 500 trees (about 0.5 hectares) may qualify for the program. This is the third event in the online Winter Speaker Series co-hosted by Friends of the Salmon River and Friends of the Napanee River. To REGISTER at no charge, please visit www.friendsofsalmonriver.ca or contact susan@moorepartners.ca Forests Ontario’s 50 Million Tree Program is a tree planting program supported by the Government of Canada, corporate sponsors and donors. It increases forest cover by making tree planting easier and more affordable for property owners and municipalities. Property owners that have participated in the program were able to increase the value of their land, improve the quality of their soil, increase wildlife habitat, enhance recreational opportunities, improve the health of their local environment and leave a lasting legacy. For more info, visit: forestsontario.ca/en/program/50million-tree-program.
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News & Public Notices
2022 Dog Tags – Now Available! Dog Tags for the 2022 year are now available for $15.00 each, until February 28, 2022. After that date, the fee increases to $30.00. Kennel Licenses must be purchased at the Municipal Office (4432 George St) at a cost of $125.00 until February 28, after which the fee will increase to $150.00 per license. See our website for other locations selling dog tags until February 28th, 2022.
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”.
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. New Year Garbage and Recycling Collection Changes The Holidays always produce more refuse than any other time of the year, so please recycle responsibly. Be sure your tagged garbage & recycling is at the curb by 7 am on collection day. Follow the proper recycling collection material & rules (especially cardboard) to ensure collection. Regular collection day Holiday collection Wednesday (Jan 5) Thursday (Jan 6) Thursday (Jan 6) Friday (Jan 7) 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 enforced. Green Bay WDS remains open Friday’s 8:30-4:30.
Please be advised that the Township of South Frontenac will NOT be responsible for damages to recycle boxes or parked cars where they interfere with the winter maintenance of Township roads. The Township will only replace or repair mailboxes and mountings if, in the opinion of the Public Services Department, damage was caused by the snow maintenance equipment. See our website for more details. MUNICIPAL OFFICES CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC In response to the rising cases of COVID-19 in our region and introduction of the new Omicron variant, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health, is urging residents to stay vigilant and take heightened safety precautions wherever possible. As a result, the Township will be closing all indoor rental facilities and its administrative offices in Sydenham at 4432 George Street, and at 2490 Keeley Rd., to the public temporarily effective December 15, 2021, until at least January 10, 2022. While these offices will be closed to the public, most municipal services will continue to be delivered and public communications via telephone, email and drop box will remain in place during regular business hours. See the township website - News and Public Notices for more details. Drive Slow in the Snow • BE NICE ON THE ICE: Give yourself twice the space between vehicles and pedestrians. Stopping distance on ice is double that of a dry road
Household Hazardous Waste Depot – Winter Hours The Household Hazardous Waste Depot will not be open on the 4th Thursday of the month for December. It will reopen in the New Year on January 13th then again on January 27th. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.
• GO SLOW IN THE SNOW: Slow down and drive according to weather conditions, not the speed limit
Let’s Talk Burn Permits - We Need Your Input! As residents of South Frontenac, what concerns do you have related to open air burning in the Township? We want to know! As extreme weather conditions continue to affect open air burning in our region, the Township of South Frontenac and South Frontenac Fire and Rescue (SFFR) are exploring the idea of updating the current Open Air Burning By-law No. 2012-68 and implementing a burn permit system to help reduce the risk of hazardous open air burning. Feedback would be greatly appreciated and can be provided through an online survey found at www.engagefrontenac.ca.
To familiarize you with how our Public Services Department manage the winter road conditions, our Winter Control Plan can be found at www.southfrontenac.net under Winter Maintenance.
• IT’S NOT A RACE, GIVE PLOW SPACE: Snow plows are extra wide and can create clouds of snow – both of which reduce visibility and increase the risk of collision. It’s best to wait for the plow to pull over before you pass. See www. snowhow.ca
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Maggie Joslin Back In Verona, But Hurdles Still Remain by Jeff Green & Sarah Hannon It was a happy day for the Joslin family in Verona, when their daughter Maggie was able to come home from Bloorview Holland Children's Rehab hospital in Toronto for the holidays. Ever since early August, when Maggie underwent a 9.5 hour operation on a very large tumour on her spine. The operation saved her life, but left her with an acute onset of quadriplegia. She is doing rehab to recover her strength and is also undergoing a long-term chemotherapy treatment which will continue through 2022. As she spent the fall in the Toronto hospital, her parents Kate and Pat taking turns with her, work was underway back in Verona preparing the family home for her return. Through an ongoing GoFundme campaign, that has raised almost $80,000 of a $150,000 goal so far, and numerous other community initiatives, the Joslin's were able to get the house ready for Maggie's return. When she did come home, it was a great day for the entire family, particularly for her little sister Rosie. “Maggie was looking forward to spending time with her sister and as a whole family with the cats too. Due to COVID there were restrictions on how Rosie was able to visit Holland Bloorview,” said Kate Joslin in an email interview with the Frontenac News this week. It was a quiet holiday in most homes this
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