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Schjerning Running Again For Mayor Of South By Jeff Green ark Schjerning, who finished second to Ron Vandewal in 2018, announced that he is running for Mayor of South Frontenac again this fall. Schjerning, who served a term on council as a Loughborough District Councillor from 2014-2018, recently retired from his position of Chief of Emergency Services in Lennox and Addington County (L&A). In his role in L&A, he ran the paramedic service and was a member of the senior leadership team. Before taking on a management role, he worked as and Advanced Care Paramedic was President of his union local for 12 years. He has also been active in Scouting locally. “We need progressive change and I am able to deliver this. My professional career in municipal government and as a South Frontenac Township Councillor has given me the background, experience, communication and leadership skills needed to get things done,” he said, of his candidacy for Mayor. He said that he would "like to take a close look at all our township operations to identify efficiencies and make use of technologies wherever possible”. With 2 time incumbent Ron Vandewal seeking a third term, and current Bedford District (and Frontenac County) Councillor Alan Revill running to unseat him. Scherning’s announcement makes it a three-way race, which tends to help the incumbant In 2018, Vandewal received 48.5% of the vote (3237 votes), Shjerning finished second with 32.4% (2164 votes) and Phil Archambault was 3rd with 19.1% (1274

votes). In other South Frontenac election news, a full slate of councillors is now assured as a second candidate has taken out papers in Bedford District, where there are no incumbents running. Steve Pegrum has joined Suzanne Quenneville as candidates. As of now, in addition to the three-way race for Mayor, only Storrington District is a contested race. Central Frontenac A first candidate has emerged in Kennebec District. C. Lynn Klages. As well, Susan Irwin has submitted nomination papers in Oso District, joining incumbent Bill MacDonald. There are still no contested races in the township, however. North Frontenac Fred Fowler has submitted his nomination for Ward 3 Councillor, ensuring a full slate on Council for the next term. The only confirmed election contest in the township is in ward 2 (Clarendon/Miller) where incumbents Gerry Martin and Vernon Hermer are running, as well as political newcomer Roy Huetl. Addington Highlands There are still only two candidates listed for the 5-member Council. Reeve Hogg is seeking re-election, and former Reeve Ken Hook is seeking one of the Ward 2 Council positions Limestone Board As indicated before, incumbent Karen McGregor will be running for Limestone Board Trustee in Central and North Frontenac and Addington Highlands. ■

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All Members Of Frontenac County To Be Eligible To Run For Warden By Jeff Green rior to 1998, Frontenac County Council had 29 members, and each year an election was held from among those people to elect a county warden. As a result of the 1998 municipal amalgamation, which created 4 Frontenac County Townships (North, South, Central, and Frontenac Islands) Frontenac County ceased to exist, replaced by a management board with the 4 Frontenac Mayors serving as Board members. That system, which was unique in the province, did not last and Frontenac County was re-established in 2004. In 2009, a second member of Frontenac County Council from each township was added, establishing an 8 member Frontenac County Council. While all 8 members of Frontenac County Council have the same rights and responsibilities, it was decided at the time that only the four Mayors coud, serve as County Warden. The stated reason for this was that the Mayors are elected 'at large' in their respective townships, meaning that each voter in the township has a chance to vote for them. The second member from each township is appointed by the townshipcouncil, from a pool of councillors who are elected only within their own ward. Frontenac County wardens serve a one year term, and since municipal amalgamation the annual election for Warden has been a purely formal exercise. At the beginning of each term, the

four Mayors agree among themselves which year they will each serve as warden, and the job is passed around for the four years. But that will all change when the next Frontenac County Council takes office at the end of November. As part of a change to the Frontenac County Procedural bylaw that was approved at the July meeting of the council (Wednesday, July 20) all members of Council, including the appointed member from each township, will be eligible to run for warden each year of the 4-year term. With 8 members and 4 years, contested elections for Frontenac County Warden will return for the first time in almost 25 years. The debate over making the change was debated as part of the discussion around the passage of the new comprehensive procedural bylaw. Warden Dennis Doyle, Mayor of Frontenac Islands, proposed an amendment which would have retained the status quo. “The Mayors are the only members of Council who are elected by all of the residents of their township, so I think they are the only ones who should be eligible to represent the entire county as warden.” he said, “unless the townships decided to elect their second representative 'at large', in which case I would not have a problem with them being eligible to be warden.” Bill Macdonald, the council appointee

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from Central Frontenac, was one of the members of the sub-committee which worked with county staff on the procedural bylaw. “We had a lot of discussion around this at the committee,” he said, “and we concluded that every member of this council is equal except in the ability to run for Warden, and since the second representative is appointed by a council that is chosen from the entire township, they are also representing the township as a whole.” MacDonald pointed out that he has served as Frontenac County Warden before and after amalgamation, and is not planning to seek the position in the future, if he returns to County Council after the upcoming election. The three other 'appointed' members of the council all supported Macdonald's position, and South Frontenac Mayor Vandewal as well as North Frontenac Mayor Higgins (the two Ron's) supported Dennis Doyle's position. But Central Frontenac Mayor Frances Smith suported the change. “I don't have a problem with anyone being able to put their name in the hat. I don't think anyone of us is any smarter or wiser than anyone else. We are all at the table to do a job, I think being able to choose from the whole group, actually goes back to the democratic process of an election that we had before amalgamation, instead of passing the hat each year the way we do now. I think it is actu-

Central Frontenac Mayor Francis Smith voted in favour of any member of county council being eligible to run for Warden

ally less democratic right now.” Dennis Doyle's amendment to the procedural bylaw, which would have eliminated the section of the bylaw making all members of council eligible to run for warden, was defeated in a 5-3 vote, with Mayor's Doyle, Vanewal and Higgins supporting it. Mayor Smith and councillors Gerry Martin (North Frontenac) Bruce Higgs (Frontenac Islands) Bill Macdonald (Central Frontenac) and Allan Revill (South Frontenac) supported the change. ■

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County council accepts communal servicing business plan; townships left to decide

scale, providing housing for hundreds of people instead of a couple of dozen, at most. Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk and planning coordinator for Central Frontenac said “how do you know the developers are going to want to come here?” Joe Gallivan responded: “In South Frontenac half of the township is in the commuter shed of the city. We had a meeting with developers in 2018, and they said 'if you are telling us we can build these systems into our projects and you will take it over, it will be much easier for us to develop.” Pender and Gallivan did not say how many townships are needed to make the corporation a go. To date, Central Frontenac and Frontenac Islands township councils have been the most supportive of the idea, while South Frontenac has been more reluctant. North Frontenac Council has supported the project, but Mayor Higgins has expressed his misgivings about setting up a public utility, saying that there has not been enough exploration of an entirely private sector option for communal servicing. When the proposal came to the monthly Frontenac County Council meeting on July 20, Alan Revill was the only one who spoke to it He asked that the point that Kelly Pender had made during the public meeting about local townships not being obligated financially towards any potential shortfalls that the new corporation faces, be included in the documentation surrounding the proposal, which was done The matter was then approved, without further comment. The Sharbot Lake school site project, potential for substantial development in the newly expanded village of Marysville on Wolfe Islands, and the Verona Senior's project will all be factors considered by the local townships when the proposal comes to their table in early August now that is has been approved by Frontenac County Council. ■

By Jeff Green hile it is not a top of mind issue for most Frontenac County residents, its proponents believe that communal servicing will have a large the future of Frontenac County. Currently unable to attract any kind of density due to the lack of municipal sewer and water systems, the ability to enable developers to put in small-scale modular water and sewage systems using modern technology, is seen as a game changer for the future of Frontenac County's small villages. The proposed model for this kind of development was considered at a final public meeting last Wednesday (July 13) before going to a vote at Frontenac County Council on July 20. The proposal was outlined by Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development, and Kelly Pender, Chief Administrative Officer, for an in-person and virtual audience that included staff and council members from the four Frontenac Townships. Gallivan described how a municipally owned corporation will be set up to oversee and approve the installation of water and sewage systems, which can then be assumed by the corporation. He said that the corporation will likely contract out the management of the systems to municipal utility corporations in adjacent urban centres such as Kingston or Perth. “It has worked well for South Frontenac to have the Kingston Utilities Commission run the Sydenham Water

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Plant,” he said. “This could work in the same way.” The scenario is similar to the way roads are assumed by municipalities under plans of subdivision. Developers who put in subdivisions pay for the roads and other infrastructure to be constructed to a standard specified by the local municipality, and the municipality eventually takes ownership and responsibility for maintenance on those roads. The greatest benefit from communal water, according to Gallivan and Pender, will be to end a logjam that is holding back development in the Frontenac County's villages. “When a developer comes to a township with a plan to put in a communal system, the township has a choice. They can say yes, and assume the liability should the developer go out of business and then the system fails, which is not good for the township. Or the municipality, can require surety from the developer. The developer has to pay for two communal systems, and that stops them from proceeding with the development.” He said that communal servicing transfers that liability to the municipal services corporation. Alan Revill, a member of Frontenac County Council from South Frontenac, asked about costs to the local municipality. “It will cost each municipality $700,000 to set up the corporation, as I understand it, but what about seed money to establish a reserve fund. Will that follow, at some point?” Kelly Pender said that the corporation will have “no legal ability to come back to the shareholders for more support. It is not like a municipal service run by a board, like the library service, that municipalities must find each year. Municipalities can voluntarily put money in, but can't be forced to do so.” In preparing the final proposal that will come to council this week, County staff have been looking at two pilot projects, the former public school site inn Sharbot Lake, which they have developed a business plan for, and the proposed senior's housing project in Verona. Communal Servicing would make it possible for both of those projects to proceed on a much larger

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Fairmount Home Expansion – Consultant Recommends A Full Rebuild

by Jeff Green consultant has concluded that it would be better to build a new 160 bed facility than attempt to add 32 beds to Fairmount Home With the so-called 'aging tsunami' gathering steam, some of the limitations of the Fairmount Home being exposed by COVID, and the fact that the most recent renovation to the 128 bed home is now nearing its 20th anniversary, Frontenac County engaged G architects to look at best options to redevelop and expand Fairmount Home. “Fairmount Home is an accredited, 128 bed long-term care home that last underwent a physical renewal in 2002-03 that was designed and constructed to meet the standards of care in the early 2000s. In the nearly 20 years, the long-term care sector has dramatically changed to a high acuity facility that deals with end-of-life care that often involves complex treatments for serious, chronic health conditions,” said a staff report to council accompanying a G architect presentation, which came to Frontenac County Council last week. The major conclusion of the study is that it would cost in the neighbourhood of $18 million to expand the existing facility from 128 to 160 beds, and almost $60 million to build a brand new facility on the same site. The report recommends the new build. It says that an all-new Fairmount would be easier to construct to meet the needs of the residents of the future, would be cheaper on an cost-per bed basis, and could be constructed without displacing

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• Well. What a toll it has been, covid, lockdowns etc but this is one toll we can be happy about , our Sydenham & District Lions Club will be having their Annual road toll, Saturday July 30th from 9am to 1pm at the Wheatly / George street intersection. Help support the Lions, loose change and even some money in bills we will gladly take. “We got this Sydenham … let’s fill their containers and share some smiles as we travel through our glorious village. • As we approach another long weekend of the summer, be mindful to those around you, the speeds at which some cars yet again are blasting through our village are disturbing to say the least. Bingo! The Knights of Columbus bingos are back, normally first Monday of the month, the next one is Monday August 8th and There are 12 regular games with $25 prizes and 3 share the wealth games. Early bird games start at 6:50pm. Grab those daubbers and Join in the fun. • Our local foodbank could use some help, Some of the staples we include for every food hamper include pasta and sauce, and our supplies are running low! Drop off donations at the foodbank as well as at your neighbourhood Foodland, or Sydenham Drugsmart Pharmacy. • It’s been so hot. Even our local cows are producing evaporated milk. What have you all been doing to stay cool during this heat.

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• The Bellrock Hall committee is reporting that the hall has been repainted. There are new picnic tables and a new deck for outdoor entertaining. The community garden is flourishing and they are very keen to take bookings. Phone Celine at 613483-8270 or bellrockhall@gmail.com for bookings. • Drive-In Movie Night this Friday, July 29. This event is hosted by the Verona Free Methodist Church and will be held in the parking lot. The movie will be The Grace Card. Free admission. all welcome, donations accepted. The canteen will open at 8 pm and the movie starts at 8:45 pm. Style Revival will be opening at 8:15 pm during canteen time before the Drive-In Movies all summer long. In case of rain, the movie will be held indoors. • Art in the Saw Mill will be held in the Saw Mill on Saturday and Sunday, July 30 and July 31 from 12 pm to 4 pm. Location is 6037B Verona St., Verona. • Sydenham Women's Institute are holding a bake sale fundraiser on Saturday, July 30. This fundraiser will be held at the Verona Vendor Village and Market. The Verona Vendor Village and Market will have lots of veggies ready for picking this Saturday and vegetable garden planters ready for your deck and patio plus the wares of 14 vendors. 4309 Maple Dr. • The 26th Annual Verona Car Show will be held at the Verona Lions Center on Sunday, August 7 from 8 am to 3 pm (rain or

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• The Arden Seniors meets the First Tuesday of each Month at the Kennebec community Centre, 11:00 am. If you are new to the area and are 50+ you may have found the group for you. Come out in August and get your feet wet!! • With the long weekend looming, it’s time to plan where you plan to take your guests first. Gallery on the Bay, Arden Pottery or Arden Batik? Each studio will feature guests arts so there will be lots to see. This is the perfect time to start your Christmas shopping by purchasing a “one of the kinds” gift for your friend. There will be door prizes as well, so get a firsthand glimpse of our local artisans. • Friday August 5 is just around the corner and so is the Arden Pastoral Chagres’s “Art Day” register at minister@artenpastoralcharge.ca or call 613-335-2474. • Sharbot Lake and District Lions is hosting another of their famous “All you can Eat Breakfast|” Saturday August 6, at the Oso Hall, 8-11am. Proceeds will benefit Youth Activities.

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• On July 17th my family suffered a devastating loss as my brother, John (JJ) passed away. We would like to extend our appreciation for the kind words, care packages, visits, and everything else we have received. This community has been a real support during this difficult time. One thing JJ and I have always bonded over was very stupid, dry, lame jokes and puns. He would frequently send me memes and one-liners saying that they always reminded him of me. Now, more than ever, they will be a gentle and warm reminder of him. If you read my column, you’ll notice I try and put a joke in the end when space permits. • This week’s joke is from JJ … I’ve started telling everyone about the benefits of eating dried grapes. It's all about raisin awareness.

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• News about this year’s Mazinaw Swim Program: “Our swima-thon announcement has been delayed due to overwhelming success!! Money is still trickling in, but currently we are over $17,000 … well over our goal of $10,000! Thanks to our families and supporters, we are truly humbled by the generosity. Thanks!!!” • News from Stephanie at Finnegan’s “I can’t believe school starts in 6 weeks. Do you have a child returning to school who needs supplies? I’d like to help. Next week, we will be doing scoops for school. Money raised will be used to purchase school supplies and then given away to families in need. Confidentially of course. I’d like to make up 10 back packs with the basics. Come on in for a cone and your money will go to this directly. • The Flinton Public Library is hosting a Book and Bake sale on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 9am to 12noon. All proceeds from the sale will help support the library. • The next St. Kilian’s Church bake sale is July 30, 2022. • The Flinton Jamboree is back! Come out from July 29, 2022 to July 31, 2022. Everyone is invited to be a vendor at the Flinton Jamboree Vendors Marker. July 29 & 30 12-4 you can do one or both days. Bring your own displays.it is being held in the covered rink and is open to the public. The cost is 10% of your sales to the Flinton Community Jamboree Committee.

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Contact Betty Hunter613-483-3297 • The Denbigh Diner’s Club will be serving up a deli cold plate and salad on August 8, 2022 at the Denbigh Hall for a cost of $10.00. Please RSVP Shelby at 613-336-8934 ext. 229 • The Garden Club invites you to come out to the Barrie Community Hall in Cloyne on August 10 at 7pm to hear Susan & Brian Nilsson speak about Monarch Butterflies, how to help protect and encourage these beautiful insects. This meeting will include a Show & Tell. All are welcome. • The next Flinton’s Diner’s Club is on August 1612noon to 1pm. You will be feasting on lasagna. Please RSVP by August 8; call Shelby at 613-336-8934 ext. 229 A minimum of 15 people is needed. • The North Addington Soccer Association is looking for student volunteers on Thursdays between 5:30pm and 6:30pm beginning August 18 and running until October 6.

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• We are in the two busiest weeks of summer, with many people on vacation or taking some time to relax or visit with family or friends. We wish everyone a relaxing and safe summer vacation, and to take some time to enjoy the natural beauty of our area. • It is peaches time again, and local Pastor Jon is making his annual trip to Niagara to bring fresh peaches to our area as a fund raiser for The United Church Golden Lake Kids Camp. This year the peaches are $8a Basket or $42 for a 24 Litre box. We will be taking orders until Saturday August 7. Pick up will be at Heritage Park in Denbigh on Friday August 12 from 9am. to 10am. That same morning, the Denbigh Recreation Committee will also be serving breakfast, drinks and treats for a donation to the camp. To order peaches, please call Gail 613-333-2224 (leave your name and phone message and phone number if no answer), or send an email tonygailfritsch@sympatico.ca. You can drop by Glaeser’s General Store and place your order with Karen. • Sandy Downs in Griffith is also taking orders for the Griffith/ Matawatchan area and pick up is Friday August 12 at The Denbigh Griffith Lions Hall. Please call Sandy at 613-333-1932.

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• R-Banned will have a floating music performance on July 30th, starting at 1 PM on Howes Lake. This unique musical event will entertain lakeside homes and followers, until 4:30 PM and is free for everyone. Grab a kayak, canoe, paddle board, or boat, and join the flotilla as it cruises along the waterfront. No boat? then head to the shores where you can dance and enjoy the festivities! For more information on the band text 613-770-7566. • Archie's Place (Crow Lake Schoolhouse) at 1867 Crow Lake Rd will host a Vendor Fair on July 30th, from 9 AM -4 PM. Beverages and snacks will be available to purchase onsite. Contact 770-402-3973 or email drdiana19@gmail.com for more details.

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• Harlowe Hall Open Mic. August 13 from 1pm 5pm. There will be snacks, but no meal. Admission is $5,$2 for entertainers. Please don’t forget your masks.

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By Sarah Hannon othing says summer quite like the smell that wafts through the air as you pass by a chip truck on long country road. In its second operating season Jenny’s Northern Grill, located in the parking lot of the Godfrey General Store (811 Rd 38), has quickly become a local favourite. Owned and operated by Jen Cox the chip truck offers everything from burgers made with Gilmour’s local beef, fresh cut fries, deep fried cheese curds and the ever popular poutine. When you pull into to order from Jen and her team you are immediately greeted with a friendly smile, likely your first name if you are a regular, and an enticing menu bound to satiate anyone that stops by! All of this is evidenced by a recent Reader’s Choice Award from the July 2022 edition of Our Lakes magazine, where they received over 40,000 entries, presented to Jenny’s Northern Grill for the best Chip Truck around and if you read any of the reviews found online you will

immediately know why. Jen has also been known to be flexible with her customers and creating onion ring and ranch style poutines upon request. She also offers a kid’s menu (under12) and a variety of wraps for those looking for something lighter. The community support for the Chip Truck has only grown stronger this year as people are eager to explore and support local businesses and it’s no surprise with Jen and her teams’ high level of customer service, combined with a smalltown friendliness that Jenny’s Northern Grill has become a such a popular Godfrey destination. The hours of operation are available on Facebook and payment is accepted by cash, debit or credit and you can even order ahead for pick-up by texting 613-583-2146. If you haven’t yet been definitely schedule a stop this summer and eat local by treating yourself to meal from Jenny’s Northern Grill, you will not be disappointed! ■

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Hardworking Farmer Clifford Dixon Turns 100 by Catherine Reynolds t is well known that farmers don’t just work until the sun goes down, they work until the job gets done. That is the personal belief of Clifford Dixon, a farmer who turned 100 earlier this month. Sitting on his front porch a few days before his birthday near three large piles of wood he cut with a wood splitter, Clifford smiles and calls the milestone, “Just another day.” A hard worker all his life, Clifford was born on a dairy farm in Keelerville on July 16, 1922. He had one sibling, a brother eight years older, who died in 1968. Clifford’s wife died in 2005 and he has outlived almost every single person from school. Currently residing with his son and daughter-in-law in Seeley’s Bay, the friendly man reveals the secret of his longevity. “I never drank or smoked in my life,” he explains. “And I only loved one girl.” That girl was Anna Simpson who made him wait 11 years to marry. They were introduced by her older brother, Charlie. The couple lived with their son, John, on a dairy farmer in Battersea, a small village north of Kingston that is home to Ron Sleeth, 78. Clifford’s family were friends and relatives of Ron’s grandparents, Winifred and Ralph Sleeth, who are buried at Sandhill Cemetery. Turning to Ron, Clifford says politely, “The best person in the world was your grandfather.” Ron smiles and explains, “My grandfather gave Clifford his first team of horses and my grandmother gave him his first milker because he was milking 14 cows by hand, twice a day. Clifford was known to be a hard worker and was very active right up until his late 90s. He just stopped driving his car last year.” Clifford was just 16 years old when his father died from a heart attack. He took over the family farm when he was 18. He remembers selling 15 of his cows to pay off the $3,000 balance on his father’s bank loan for a steel covered barn. “I sold my cows, all but three,” he confirms. “I sold enough to pay off the mortgage so I could start fresh.” Looking back over the past 100 years, Clifford is impressed with the technological advancements he has witnessed in his lifetime. “I’ve seen a long of changes,” he confirms. Of the top 10 inventions that have changed the world: wheel, nail, compass, printing press, internal combustion engine, telephone, light bulb, penicillin, modern contraception, and the Internet - Clifford has been alive for the discovery of four. He marvels at the speed and ease of sending messages by Facebook. He smiles when he talks about the old barn dances with the piano in the hay mow. He remembers ice cream for five cents; gas for 17 cents a gallon; cheese for three cents a pound; one-dozen eggs for eight cents; and a loaf of bread for eight cents. With those golden days in the past, Clifford still starts his day by 6 am and spends much of his time cutting

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wood, operating the riding lawnmower, and resting. After 45 years, he is still a member of the Masonic Lodge. But time has a way of catching up to us all and Clifford is no exception. His mind is still sharp, but his eyesight is failing, and he was just diagnosed with cancer of the jaw. “I’ve had to say, I’ve had a good life; I’m very satisfied with it,” says Clifford, softly. “I can’t say anything would have made it better, other than a little more money.” Looking at his father fondly, 64-year-old John notes, “He is a hard worker and good father. He gave me the best advice years ago: The least said is the easiest mended.” Asked about the future, Clifford admits he has his reservations about society’s current direction. “We’re too computerized, it’s getting out of hand,” he says wisely. “If you don’t have a number, you don’t have anything. It’s certainly not like the old days when I used to get money out of the bank, just from the teller recognizing me.” Grateful for all the blessings in his life, Clifford notes kindly, “If I had to live my life over, I would want it just as it was.”

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To celebrate Clifford’s 100th birthday on Saturday, July 16, 2022, the community hosted a drive-by of Clifford’s house in Seeley’s Bay. Afterwards, guests were invited back to the house for cake and punch. ■

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Our Mom raised 11 children sometimes under dire conditions. She always put us first ,many times doing without herself. Her church was always important to her. She has 31 grandchildren plus many great and great great grandchildren. She now resides at Pine Meadow in Northbrook, where she says she gets good care and loves all the caregivers. Mom we love you very much. Your family.

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I would like to express my unending thanks to my friend Dorothy Cowen to being there for me the morning I got the call Garnet passed away. Also thanks to Matthew Osak from Goodfellow’s Funeral Home. Special thanks to Rev. Vernon Scott for all his visits with Garnet at home and the nursing home. Also for the lovely service he don at the celebration of life. I wish to thank everyone for the food, cards, prayers, flowers and phone calls. Love you all. Special thanks to Penny McGonegal and friend Dorothy Cowen for doing a super job with the funeral luncheon. Special thanks to my two sons Dale & Dawson and daughter-in-law Penny, also to Garnets family for being there for me. Garnet is at peace now free from pain and I thank God for that, I miss Garnet. God bless. Your loving wife Charlotte.

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Conner, James “Jim” It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James “Jim” Conner at the Kingston Health Sciences Centre - KGH on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Beloved husband of Trudy (nee Veley). Cherished father of Jeff (Julie). Loving grandfather of Phillip and Emily. Predeceased by his parents Kenneth and Vera Conner, son Terry and his siblings Kenneth (late Mary), Gordon (late Betty) and Bruce (late Betty). James Dale Conner was born on April 21, 1933, the youngest of four boys. He was 89 years old. He lived a long, vibrant and healthy life through most of his time with us. Jim was a faithful Christian, loving husband, father, grandfather and a revered uncle. He was a great friend to many, and a respected member of the community. He was also an esteemed Pipe Fitter and member of the Union from a young man until his retirement. He had a cheerful, generous and giving demeanor with everyone he knew. He was always willing to lend a hand and was loved by all who knew him. He loved children and was always able to draw them near with his playful, comical and teasing nature. Jim was most happy in the great outdoors. Whether it was around home, far up north or east to Labrador, Jim spent his personal time doing what he loved most, fishing, hunting and camping with close family and friends. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every part of it that he could. God Bless and may he rest in peace. Visitation was held at the Milestone Funeral Center, Northbrook on Sunday, July 24, 2022 from 12:00 – 2:00 pm. Funeral Service followed in the chapel at 2:00 pm. The family would appreciate donations either made in Jim’s memory to a charity of choice or a monetary donation would be accepted for Trudy’s ongoing care. Online condolences, photos and memories can be shared at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com.

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OBITUARY The family of Earletta Watson are heartbroken to announce the death of their loving mother, Earletta Grace Watson (nee Buck) in her 99th year on Monday, July 18th 2022. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her children who were devoted to caring for her during her battle with cancer over the past few years. Earletta is predeceased by her cherished husband Stewart, who passed away in 1999 and her beloved grandson Danny Redmond (Emma) who passed away in 2017. She is also predeceased by her sisters, Myra, Jean and Lila and her brother Elwood. She leaves behind her greatest joy, her children; Karen Stinson (Jim), Virginia Redmond (Bill), Connie Smith (Michael) and Kevin Watson (Michelle), her sister Eleanor Hannah and sister-in-law Marion Convery. Earletta was extremely proud of her grandchildren, Mark Redmond (Stacey), Michelle Harper (Doug), Greg Smith (Kim), Erin Stinson (Travis), Austin Watson (Marissa), Rebecca Watson, Sean Redmond (Christina), Jason Redmond (Allana), Wendy and Karli Redmond. She delighted in her visits with her 11 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Earletta also loved visits with all the family pets. She was lucky to have been surrounded by many extended family members, cherished friends and neighbours who called, visited and checked in frequently. She was a proud honorary member of the Harrowsmith Women’s Institute, the Antique and Classic Car Club and was an avid knitter and quilter. She enjoyed many hours spent with close friends around the quilting frames. Earletta was born January 16, 1924 to Earl and Grace Buck of Harrowsmith. She was raised in Harrowsmith, married Stewart in 1945 and moved to Watson Road, where she and Stewart raised their four children and where she resided for 77 years. Her family would like to acknowledge the compassionate care of the PSW’s nurses and other caregivers who helped fulfill her desire to spend her last days in her home. In keeping with her wishes, Earletta will be laid to rest beside Stewart and her family will celebrate her life with a private graveside service. For those who wish, expressions of sympathy made in the form of a donation to the Harrowsmith Women’s Institute or the Princess Elizabeth Rebeka Lodge # 358 Harrowsmith, would be appreciated by Earletta’s family.

PANTREY, John James (JJ)

July 28 1988 – July 17, 2022 Suddenly, as a result of complications from diabetes. JJ will never leave the hearts of his parents John and Chris, his siblings Fred (Sharon), Jeramey (Amy), Amanda (Josh), Michelle (Don), Nicholle (Patrick), his niece and nephews, and his extended family. His family will welcome your support and remembrances on Sunday, July 31 from 1pm-4pm at The Storrington Lions Hall in Sunbury. If you wish, donations to the Battersea United Church Benevolent Fund would be appreciated. THIS IS NOT WHERE IT ENDS I WILL CARRY YOU WITH ME ‘TIL I SEE YOU AGAIN In the care of Trousdale Funeral Home 4374 Mill St. Sydenham ON (613)376-3022 www.trousdalefuneralhome.com

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Open 7 Days a Week - 24515 Hwy. 7, Sharbot Lake Ontario, inside Ram’s Esso Blair Summers - Passed away suddenly surrounded by family at Kingston Health Sciences Centre on July 17, 2022, in his 58th year. Loving husband and best friend to Nancy (nee Verbeek). Proud father to Blake (Mirissa) and Emily (Tim). Survived by his father David and predeceased by his mother Jean and father-in-law Bill Verbeek. Blair will be sadly missed by his brother Iain (Kim) and sister Karen Sproule (Dalton) and nieces and nephews. Mother-in-law to Dorothy Verbeek (Gord). We invite you to a celebration of life to honour Blair on August 6, 2022, at 2 pm at our home. We would like to thank the staff at KGH and Providence Care for their care and support. The family would appreciate in lieu of flowers please support the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences, photos and memories can be shared at www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

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he Flinton Jamboree is making its triumphant return, with a stellar lineup of acts. The Jamboree runs Friday until Sunday, from 11am-11pm on Friday and Saturday, and 10am – 12pm on Sunday. Friday kicks off with an Open Mic at 11am, followed by Dave Menard, and the Young Family Band in the afternoon. After the dinner break between 5pm and 6pm, Abby Stewart will take the stage, followed by a Texas Tuxedo Show at 8:30. On Saturday, the Open Mic starts off the day again at 11, followed at 1pm by Wendy Snider, and Cold Justice. The dinner break, featuring Beef on a Bun at the canteen, fol-

lowed by the Kim Pollard band from 6pm-8pm, and Breaking Chains into the evening. On Sunday, Grassy Fiddle Time and Friends will play gospel, followed by a short worship service. Tickets are $30 per day for the Friday or Saturday shows, $60 for the entire weekend. Camping passes are still available, for $90 (includes weekend show pass) It all takes place at the Flinton Recreation Centre Ballfield on Edward Street in Flinton. For info go to the Flinton Community Jamboree Facebook page, email flintonjamboree@hotmail.com, or call 613539-4165, or come to the jamboree and buy tickets on site. ■

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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.

COMING EVENTS

GUIDED PLANT WALK August 3, 31. Holistic healing: signs of wildlife, plant spirit medicine, chakras, reconnecting to seasons. Tawny@ woodlandpriestess.com INDIGENOUS STORY CONNECTION to language & gardening. Ages 4-10, Aug. 2, 16. Tawny is metis & has been studying anishinaabemowin language. Tawny@ woodlandpriestess.com PERMACULTURE HOMESTEAD HOLISTIC HEALING private tours. Located on woodland paradise in Arden. Learn gardening, plant spirit medicine, chakras, reconnecting to seasons. Tawny@woodlandpriestess.com

FLEA MARKET

FLEAMARKET Sat 10-4pm Vendors needed, tables available free for 4 weeks. Ukrainian Sanctuary Thrift Wed-Sun 10-6pm, 22668 Highway 41, Denbigh 613 333-2221 TONI & JP’S FLEA MARKET – 6107 Road 506 at Ardoch Road. Lots of new stuff. Open until Labour Day weekend. 613-479- 0341

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BISSELL SATIN PRO Carpet Cleaner, new still in box, asking $125 call 613-372-0821 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 LIMO BULL, 16 months old, double polled, pure bred, papers, call 613-353-2460. NEW CROP HAY, 2022 - Alfalfa/Timothy, 4’ x 4.5’ round bales, no rain, $40 each. 613-5618255 SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com

HELP WANTED

LOOKING FOR PSW or equivalent to accompany a couple to St. John’s, Newfoundland, from September 7 – 15. Airfare, private hotel room included. If interested, call 613-539-9959 for more details.

HUNTING

FIREARMS & HUNTER EDUCATION COURSES – Call 613-335-2786 TWO 5 YEAR-OLD MALE BEAGLES for sale. Excellent deer dogs, call 613-561-8255

JUNK REMOVAL

JUNK REMOVAL and demolition, etc. 10, 15 and 18 cubic yard box rentals, You load, we load. 613-336-0708, 613-305-3775, synwin06@gmail.com

SERVICES

ANYTHING METAL, FREE PICKUP or drop off just south of 1364 Fish Creek RD: fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, ‘anything metal’. 613375-6377, leave message. HANDYMAN SERVICE 40 years experience. Repairs, home construction/renovation including window installation, tile, siding, plumbing etc. No job too small. Call Lloyd Hartwick 613-539-2544. LOMI LOMI MASSAGE in woodland escape, Arden. A Hawaiian spiritual technique for relaxation using long circular movements & heat. Tawny@woodlandpriestess.com 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. Welding & Fabrication All Types. Steel. Mobile Welding, 613-305-3775 613-336-0708

Annual General Meeting August 11th at 5:30 pm

URCA Office 3469 Flinton Road Meeting will be open to the public starting at 6:30 pm We are currently looking for Board Members for URCA Housing Corp. a not-forprofit housing provider in Flinton with a service agreement with PELASS. Board members will attend quarterly meeting throughout the year. For more information or to confirm your attendance please contact Paul Orser urca@sympatico.ca or 613-336-8965.

TOWING

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

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YARD SALE

HUGE NEIGHBOURHOOD 4 DAY SALE, Fri July 29 to Mon Aug1, 8am-8pm. Antiques; collectables; dishes: pyrex etc; C&S, S&P, BMP, crocks; puzzles; jewelry; sports cards; decoys; old & new fishing lures; R&R’s; paddles; oars; comics, die cast toys; hand & power tools, vises; wooden boxes; snow shoes, water & snow skis; lamps; lanterns; cross cut saws; milk cans; marbles; insulators; linens; animal cages; golf balls & clubs; old phones; wrenches; records; interior doors; coolers; bikes, 2000 Bayliner Capri 1750 boat & trailer; Johnson 5.5 motor; Partial list of all priced items. Lots of free stuff. RD 38 to Crow Lake RD to Badour RD, follow signs. Nice scenic drive. MOVING SALE - everything must go. Hunting clothing, household contents, etc. 1539 Harlowe Road, Northbrook Sat, Sun, Monday, July 30-Aug. 1, 10am-4pm. MULTI-FAMILY DOWNSIZING GARAGE SALE - July 29, 30, 31, 9-4 pm. Furniture, camping, tools, gardening, clothes. Free stuff. Cash or e transfer. 6340 South Lavant Rd, Ompah

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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 Shoreline Road Allowance in front of Lot 7 and Part of Lot 8, Registered Plan 699, geographic Township of Barrie, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 2 on Registered Plan 13R10470 (Mazinaw Lake); All Those Parts of the Shore Road Allowance adjoining Lot 29, Concessions 3 and 4, geographic Township of Clarendon, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Parts 1 and 2 on Registered Plan 13R-18922 (Mississippi River (Mud Lake)) The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting on August 12, 2022 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 6th day of July, 2022 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 Email: clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

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FLINTON - FLINTON JAMBOREE 6:45-12pm Daily. Flinton Recreation Centre. The return of the Jamboree Texas tuxedo, Abby Stewart, Breaking Chains and

many more. See flintonjamboree .ca for details and ticket info. Runs until Sunday

Friday July 29

CLARENDON - BLUE SKIES MUSIC FESTIVAL 7am Daily. Blue Skies Music Festival. 49th annual all day holistic and music workshops, night time concerts. Roots music from Canada and beyond. See Blueskiesmusicfestival.ca for info and online ticket sales. Runs until Sunday, July 31 SHARBOT LAKE - BINGO 5:30pm Fridays. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Presented by Parham

NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSES Respecting A Zoning By-Law Review For The Township Of Central Frontenac TAKE NOTICE THAT the Township of Central Frontenac will hold OPEN HOUSES on:

Saturday, August 13, 2022 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, and Thursday, August 18, 2022 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Soldier’s Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake, Ontario The format of the open houses will include a formal presentation on proposed changes. The presentations will be made at 1:00 pm (August 13th) and 7 pm (August 18th) respectively and these presentations will be livestreamed on the township’s YouTube channel. The Open Houses are being held pursuant to the provisions of Sections 26 (9) and 34 (12) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13. THE PURPOSE of the Open Houses is to invite comments from the public on proposed changes to the Township’s comprehensive Zoning By-law #2011-52. The proposed changes result from the requirement of Section 26 (9) of the Planning Act that a municipal council amend the zoning by-law within three years of the revision to an official plan to ensure that the zoning by-law conforms to the official plan. Proposed changes include but are not limited to: expanding the scope of permitted home-based businesses; permitting live/work units; regulating food vehicles; providing for additional residential units; permitting tiny houses; providing for storage containers and recreational vehicles; providing for the keeping of domestic livestock for local food production, and providing for the installation of alternative energy sources and systems (i.e., solar collectors, wind turbines, geothermal systems and electric vehicles recharge stations). The review also provides an opportunity to modernize the by-law with the addition of new definitions and uses such as cannabis, community gardens, private home day care, dog park, fitness centre, pet grooming establishment etc. The review includes updates to the zoning schedules, reflects changes in the Planning Act procedures, and updates names of government organizations. There are no proposed changes to the zone categories. A number of new permitted uses to several zones are proposed. Some changes to the zone standards are proposed to comply with the official plan and to introduce new standards such as development on narrow water channels and a floor space index. Changes are also proposed to all of the zoning schedules (mapping). The proposed changes will result in an amendment to By-law 2011- 52 rather than a new comprehensive zoning by-law. Since the by-law amendment affects all properties in the Township, a key map is not provided. IF YOU WISH TO BE NOTIFIED of the decision of the Council of the Township of Central Frontenac on the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to the Clerk of the Township (see address below). IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of the Council to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Central Frontenac before the proposed zoning by-law amendment is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision. IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY DOES NOT MAKE ORAL SUBMISSIONS AT A PUBLIC MEETING OR MAKE WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS TO the Township of Central Frontenac before the proposed zoning by-law amendment is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MATTER, including information about your appeal rights, please contact the Clerk of the Township at the address below. The proposed amendment and zoning schedules may be inspected at the Municipal Office during regular business hours and is available for viewing on the Township’s website at www.centralfrontenac.com and on the township’s EngageFrontenac 2022 Zoning ByLaw Update project page at https://engagefrontenac.ca/hub-page/township-of-centralfrontenac Cathy MacMunn, AMCT, ACST Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street P.O. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 Email: zoningupdate@centralfrontenac.com Phone: 613-279-2935 ext. 227 www.centralfrontenac.com

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IOOF. First game at 6:45 FLINTON - FLINTON JAMBOREE 6:45-12pm Daily. Flinton Recreation Centre. The return of the Jamboree Texas tuxedo, Abby Stewart, Breaking Chains and many more. See flintonjamboree .ca for details and ticket info. Runs until Sunday VERONA - DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT 8pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. The Grace Card. Free admission, all welcome, donations accepted. Canteen open 8 pm, movie at 8:45 pm. Style Revival will be opening at 8:15 pm. Indoors if raining.

Saturday July 30

FLINTON - BOOK AND BAKE SALE 9am-12pm. Flinton Public Library. Lemonade stand and yard sale items! All proceeds to support library. CROW LAKE - VENDOR FAIR 9am-4pm. Crow Lake Schoolhouse. Beverages and snacks will be available to purchase on-site. Info 770-402-3973 or drdiana19@ gmail.com DENBIGH - YARD SALE 10am-2pm. Griffith & Matawatchan Lion’s Club. Hosted by Madawaska Seniors Housing Corporation. 100% of proceeds to help area seniors! ARDOCH - BAKE SALE 10am-1pm. St. Kilians Church. Pre-order your favourite treats by July 22nd! Info 613 479-0070 or FB. VERONA - ART IN THE SAWMILL 12-4pm. Verona Saw Mill. SHARBOT LAKE - SEAN MCCANN LIVE ! 8pm. Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Tickets $45.00 + tax, limited availability. Book on line, info call 613-279-2198. SHARBOT LAKE – FARMER”S MARKET 9am-12noon Sharbot Lake Beach. LIVE music by The Five 10am-11:30 NORTHBROOK - VENDORS MARKET 10am-1pm Saturdays. Northbrook Lions Hall. Sunday July 31 VERONA - ART IN THE SAWMILL 12-4pm. Verona Saw Mill.

Friday August 5

ARDEN - ART DAY 5:30pm. Kennebec Hall. youth event. There will be a multitude of crafts and projects which will interest all who attend. Contact minister@ ardenpastoralcharge.ca or call 613-335-2474 to register or for more info SHARBOT LAKE - BINGO 5:30pm Fridays. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Presented by Parham IOOF. First game at 6:45

Saturday August 6

SHARBOT LAKE - ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST 8-11am. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Hosted by the Sharbot Lake & District Lions in support of Youth Activities. SHARBOT LAKE – FARMER”S MARKET 9am-12noon Sharbot Lake Beach. LIVE music by Nighthawk 11am-2pm OMPAH - FIRST ANNUAL OMPAH SOUL FESTIVAL 10am-11pm. Ompah Hall. Yoga, dance, drum circle, meditation, vendor village 10-5, kid zone, overnight camping and more! Live performance with Lynn Hansen. Info ompahsoul@gmail.com NORTHBROOK - VENDORS MARKET 10am-1pm Saturdays. Northbrook Lions Hall.

Sunday August 7

VERONA - THE 26TH ANNUAL VERONA CAR SHOW 8am-3pm. Verona Lions Hall. Rain or Shine! There will be 26 vehicle classes judged and awarded prizes.

Monday August 8

DENBIGH - DENBIGH DINER’S CLUB 12pm. Denbigh Community Hall. Deli cold plate and salad, $10.00. RSVP Shelby 613-336-8934 ext. 229 RAILTON - KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO 7pm. St. Patrick’s Church. All profits go to local charities Wednesday August 10 CLOYNE - LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB MEETING 7pm. Barrie Hall. Speaker: Susan & Brian Nilsson

Get ‘Pond Tuned’ This Weekend by Kelli McRobert

n 2007, a group of friends gathered and began to play music for fun. Some bands have lofty dreams of fame, fortune, and success. This group, however, play for the pure love of music and the passion they have for this creative outlet. Fast forward to when the pandemic hits, and as we have seen, while the pandemic was isolating and shutting down various social activities, it also was the catalyst for change, new ideas, and thinking outside the box to achieve a goal. Don & Wendy were inspired to come up with a way to entertain groups of people while remaining within the stringent guidelines during the lockdown of 2020. They wanted to play music for their 100 or so lake neighbours, and they needed people to be able to see and hear them while still staying in their socially isolated groups. Don thought, ‘what if I buy a pontoon boat, modify it for the band and then we can cruise the lake to entertain from a distance?’ So, he headed off to Orangeville and purchased a pontoon boat that he felt could accommodate the 7 band members and Captain, gutted it, and modified it to suit their specific needs. With a little planning and creativity, the floating ‘Pond Tuned’ boat was ready to launch. To advertise, while remaining socially distanced friends, neighbours, and relatives would launch plastic baggies from the boat, onto lakeside docks with a personalized invite to join the event. This tradition has continued; however, Wendy admits they “have added a business card to the baggie to look a bit more ‘polished." The first event was an “overwhelming success” stated Don, as more than 40 floating vessels followed them around the lake and celebrated ‘getting outside’ and enjoying a communal social event while still being compliant. Some neighbours could be

seen dockside crying as they danced and waved, celebrating the positive energy and the release of longing for the day they could embrace another or visit a sick relative. “It was POWERFUL” he went on to say, as I spoke with, he and Wendy over the phone. They told me of their neighbour Chris Sharpe who captains the boat, and his family follows behind. His mother who is over 90 comes specifically to visit during the event and gets a formal ‘Happy Birthday’ sung to her each year with her grand kids joining the festivities. What a great way to create a familial community tradition. Their US neighbours have been so inspired that they too have purchased a pontoon boat, for this specific occasion and to truly enjoy the power of music and coming together to celebrate communities, friends, and family. This year’s FREE event will be held on Howes Lake, just off Desert Lake Road, on July 30th from 1-4:30. Everyone is welcome to take part from the water or shoreline. R Banned continues to perform at various events and fundraisers and has helped support many different groups including the Gan Humane Society on Rockport Boat Lines, Sandy Pines, and the South Frontenac Community Support Centre. They hope to continue this annual event and celebrate music one ‘pond’ at a time. If you would like to book R Banned on land or water, please contact them at: 613770-7566

July 28, 2022

Trail Pass Plan Deferred

proposal from the Frontenac County Economic Development Department to institute a trail pass system for All-Terrain vehicles using the K&P Trail, in partnership with the Verona ATV club, was deferred by Frontenac County Council. The Verona ATV Club is affiliated with the Ontario Federation of ATV Clubs, which operates a pass system on a network of trails that connect to the K&P trail in Renfrew and Lanark Counties. The proposal from the Economic Development department was to negotiate an agreement “with the Verona District ATV Club to require an Ontario Federation of ATV Clubs pass in 2023 to remain consistent with neighbouring Counties with similar multi-use trails that connect to the K&P Trail.” A report supporting the proposal pointed out that the Verona club, which has 200 members, provide volunteer support for trail maintenance and monitoring, “saving countless hours of patrols and investigations for the Manager of Economic Development. The same can be said of the minor repairs and culvert clearing. This work, if not completed by volunteers, would require additional seasonal

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staff to support trail operations.” Revenue from the passes, which will cost about $150, would be used by the Verona Club to enhance their trail maintenance activities. Earlier this year, Frontenac County engaged Wayne Robinson, on a voluntary basis, to work on setting up a pass system with the Verona ATV Club, the Ottawa Valley ATV Club (also a member of Ontario Federation of ATV Club) and the Eastern Ontario Trails alliance, which operates a network of trails in Hastings and Lennox and Addington as well as the East-West Trans Canada trail which runs through Frontenac County. “The pass requirement is just for the Verona ATV. This is different from what we were exploring with Mr. Robinson,” said South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal” “This would be step one, and there is every opportunity for EOTA to join later,” said Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Pender. “We haven’t seen any terms of reference for this. It seems a bit quick to set up a trail pass system to sell trail passes to Frontenac County residents who paid for the trail with their tax dollars in the first place. Can we exempt

Frontenac County residents from this?” asked Vandewal. “I believe Mr. Robinson did not envision starting the payments until 2024,” said Councillor Bill MacDonald “I’d like to see all the clubs coming together with one proposal,” said North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins. A motion to defer the proposal pending further information from staff about how the passes would work and how the ATV clubs will be impacted, was passed. ■

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC News & Public Notices

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Construction and Road Closures • Bellrock Road – Road reconstruction beginning on Monday, July 18th until September 30th. Work will be completed by O Bettschen Construction Ltd. No closure required. More information can be found at www.EngageFrontenac.net. • Buck Bay Road Bridge – Bridge replacement beginning on Monday, July 18th until September 16th (with road closure). Work will be completed by Willis Kerr Contracting Ltd. • Hinchinbrooke Road – Completion of culvert and road repairs at the Spring Lake crossing beginning on Monday, July 18, 2022 (anticipated three-week duration). Work will be completed by Township Forces. • North Shore Road (East of Hewlett Packard) – Replacements for a major culvert crossing to begin on Monday, July 25, 2022 (anticipated four-week duration). No closure required. Work will be completed by Len Corcoran Excavating Ltd. The Township asks that drivers plan their routes accordingly and obey all signs and traffic controls in work zones to ensure the safety of local workers. For more information, please contact the Public Services Department at 613-376-3027 Ext 4331.

Changes to Garbage & Recycle Collection – August 1st Civic Holiday All garbage and recycle collection will move One (1) day later the week of August 1st due to the Civic Holiday. Wishing you all a fabulous and safe long weekend & please remember to recycle! Mondays Collection moves to Tuesday Wednesdays Collection moves to Thursday Tuesdays Collection moves to Wednesday Thursdays Collection moves to Friday Additionally, the Loughborough WDS will be closed on Monday, August 1st, 2022.

Proposed Closing of a Portion of an Unopened Road Allowance - RC-21-03 (5006755 Ontario Ltd.) 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: Portion of the Unopened Road Allowance between the former Township of Loughborough and the Former Township of Portland, benefitting property 5356 New Morin Road. 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, August 9, 2022, 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 on the Township’s website at www.southfrontenac.net/EventCalendar/ the week before the meeting. Any comments or concerns to the Township would be appreciated, in writing to Michelle Hannah, Planning Assistant at mhannah@southfrontenac.net, before August 9, 2022. Further documentation pertaining to this proposed unopened road allowance closure and sale can be found at: https:// www.southfrontenac.net/planning-applications/

THINGS TO DO Music in the Park – Summer Series Stemming from the success of the winter Music in the Park series, this series will take advantage of summer evenings on the beaches of South Frontenac with live, local acoustic music in a relaxed and picturesque waterfront setting. Join us one Saturday night per month through the summer from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: • August 20th – Sydenham Point Park – Featuring Mellow Lily • September 17th – Gilmour Point Park – Featuring Uncoded Visit www.southfrontenac.net/music for performer bio’s and more information. Help is always appreciated! Call Amanda at 613-376-3027 ext. 4447 today to learn about volunteer opportunities. Swim & Day Camp Registration After a two year hiatus, we are thrilled to host our Swim & Day Camps once again in 2022! Children ages 4 - 12 are welcome to join our enthusiastic, energetic, caring staff members in a safe environment that encourages children to realize their potential and follow their dreams. Day Camp will be offered at The Point in Sydenham and Gilmour’s Point in Battersea starting on July 4th. Swim Lessons will be offered at The Point in Sydenham starting July 18th. Registration opens on May 9th! Visit www.SouthFrontenac. net/SwimandDayCamps for dates, rates, and times, or email campcoordinator@southfrontenac.net for more information. South Frontenac Community Services & Activity Guide Our previous recreation guide has transformed this year into the new 2022 Community Services & Activity Guide. Accessible in print or online on our website at www.southfrontenac.net/ActivityGuide/

Household Hazardous Waste Depot The Household Hazardous Waste Depot located at 2491 Keeley Rd in Sydenham is now open every Thursday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/ Household Hazardous Waste. Planning Applications & Public Meetings Council and the Committee of Adjustment hold regular public meetings to review planning applications and to invite public input. Please see our website under Open for Business>Current Planning Applications for a list of applications that are scheduled for a public meeting and/or in the public review period. 2022 Community Grants Program – 2nd Intake Now Open! Applications for the Community Project Grant Program are now being accepted for a second intake. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until August 12, 2022. For more information, visit ttps://www.southfrontenac.net/grants/. 2022 Lake Ecosystem Grant Program Now Open Developed by the Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee, the Township offers a grant program designed to support and encourage the preservation, restoration, monitoring and analysis of lake ecosystems within South Frontenac. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until September 30, 2022. For more information, visit ttps://www.southfrontenac.net/grants/. Temporary Entrance Change – Municipal Office at 4432 George St. Starting July 4, 2022, the Township will be removing and replacing the accessible ramp at the front door of the Municipal Offices located at 4432 George St. As such, residents and visitors looking to access the main floor (Treasury, Clerks Office), will be required to enter the building through the Council Chambers entrance on George St. It is anticipated that this project will take two months to complete. Those accessing the Building and Planning department should continue to enter at the lower level access door at the back of the building.

TOWN HALL Upcoming Meetings • Council Meeting – August 9, 2022, at 6:00 pm Electronic Participation Only Public meetings take place on Zoom (computer and telephone) and are streamed live on our Facebook page @SouthFrontenacTwp. If you want to address Council or the Committee of Adjustment directly on an agenda item, you must register to participate in the Zoom meeting. Go to the Featured Items and/or Events Calendar on our website for the link to register before noon on the day of each meeting. Job Opportunities • Competition #22-03-RD - Day Camp Counsellor – Open • Competition #22-24–RD – Waterfront Guard – Open 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 .

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ALT -Seniors and Law Enforcement Together, founded in 2015, offered a presentation by Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington Public Health (KFLAPH) on ticks this past week. Joan Black, RN was the guest speaker who spoke about these little insects that can cause quite an illness if left untreated. The Verona Lions Hall was the host of the free event with South Frontenac Community Services providing a BBQ lunch for the crowd of more than 70 people. The 40-minute discussion highlighted a few areas including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease. Some of the new words that I took home were ‘questing’ where the tick will be on a leaf and have its front legs up to catch a ride and climb onto a host, and ‘permethrin’ which is an anti-parasite chemical that is added to clothing to prevent ticks, and mosquitoes, from biting. This type of clothing is still difficult to find in Canada but there is some repellent clothing available from Dakota through Marks Work Warehouse with a trade marked No Fly Zone branding that claims to last up to 70 washes. Black also described two types of tick, black-legged and deer ticks, and their gestational cycle and feeding. There are also studies that show which ticks typically carry the disease (black-legged) and signs and symptoms of the infection. As these little pests will climb upwards, so check all crevices especially the nape (neck) which is a nice thin-skinned area and a tasty location for them to latch onto. If walking along trails, avoid the edges and stick with the centre of the pathway, as ticks tend to prefer the humid undergrowth. Keep lawns cut short as they do not like the dry heat. Statistically, “tick-borne disease has increased by 150 percent between 2020-2021” according Vett Lloyd, a researcher at the Lloyd Tick Lab in New Brunswick, “with almost 2900 cases reported federally last year and some cases are undetected or unreported”. You can read the full article in the Globe and Mail at: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-expertsexpect-bad-year-for-ticks-as-disease-carrying-bugs-expand For prevention Joan Black made a number of recommendations. Apply a Health Canada approved insect repellent containing DEET or Icaridin to exposed skin and clothing, and consider wearing permethrin-treated clothing. Wear light-coloured clothing to spot ticks more easily, and wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, socks, and closed footwear. Tuck pants into socks. Walk on cleared paths or trails and keep children and pets from wandering off the path. Check yourself, children, pets, clothing, and anything else you are bringing in with you for ticks when coming indoors. After outdoor activity put clothes in a dryer on high heat for at least 10 minutes to kill any ticks. Shower or bathe after coming inside to wash away loose ticks.

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Perform a daily tick check and pay special attention to your scalp, ankles, armpits, groin, naval and behind ears and knees. Do the same for others in your care and pets. Talk to you vet about protecting your pets. Create a tick free zone around your house by maintaining your property Symptoms of Lyme disease often occur within 1 to 2 weeks. Sometimes symptoms can appear as early as 3 days or as late as 30 days after a bite with an infected tick. Symptoms can include: fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, spasms, numbness, and tingling, facial paralysis, fatigue, swollen glands, spreading skin rash. If rash is present, it commonly does not look like a bullseye. See your health care provider right away whether you have symptoms or are just feeling unwell in the weeks following a tick bite. Left untreated, Lyme disease can last years, causing recurring arthritis and neurological problems. Another disease discussed during this session was Anaplasmosis, another tick-borne disease that has been identified in the KFL&A region. It is caused by the bacterium Anaplasmosis phagocytophilium and is transmitted to humans through the bite of a blacklegged tick, the same tick that transmits Lyme disease. In most cases, anaplasmosis is mild and self-limiting. Symptoms usually resolve within 30 days, even without treatment. However, more severe illness can occur in certain populations, such as older individuals and those with a weakened immune system, as well as those in whom diagnosis and treatment are delayed. The first symptoms usually appear within 1-2 weeks following the bite of an infected tick and include: fever, severe headache, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal symptoms

Joan Black (RN) lead a discussion on ticks and lyme disease

See your health care provider if you become ill after being bitten by a tick or having been in tick habitat. Your health care provider can order blood tests to look for evidence of anaplasmosis and other illnesses that cause similar symptoms If your health care provider thinks you have anaplasmosis, or another tick-borne infection, they may prescribe antibiotics while you wait for test results. If treatment is delayed or if there are other medical conditions present, sometimes anaplasmosis can cause severe illness. For more information on ticks locally check out their website at: https://www.kflaph.ca/en/healthy-living/lymedisease-.aspx For more information on upcoming SALT events check out their web page at: www.sfcsc.ca, https://frontenacsalt. ca/ or call 613-376-6477. ■

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