Vol.23 No.09

Sydenham High School 150th - The Time is Now!

By Kelli McRobert

The school hallways are abuzz with energy of students eagerly awaiting the festivities of the day. Today they are celebrating the opening of the school 150 years ago (March 3, 1873), and cake is on the menu. But not before an important announcement.

Terra Nova Truss, a local company established in 1991, whose owner, Mark Fox (grad ’79) was on hand to present a $15,000 check towards the Reunion Tent where much of the action at the grand celebration of the 150th anniversary will take place on the weekend of August 26-27.

Some of the reunion weekend committee members, a few students, and other key players lined up for the presentation of $15,000 towards the Reunion tent. Once photos were completed, we all headed down past the archives for a look at 150 years of memorabilia that was neatly sorted chronologically for an impressive recounting of this school and its rich history.

Black and white photos, showed large classes of alumni, sports teams, original building photos, and year books that told

a historic tale of past milestones and points of interest. In an old old trunk, you could see the fragile papers whose corners are curled, neatly stored amongst, books, photos, trophies and relics. Such beautiful memories, safely kept, ready to be shared, a step back in time.

The current students in the school are being drawn into the celebration, as they are working on sorting and organizing the overwhelming amounts of data that is being uncovered and discovered through an epic endeavour. The room is packed full of memorabilia, artifacts, pictures of foundations being built for students, capturing a moment in time; end of one era, and a beginning of another.

Traditions are at the core, as young and old don their SHS t-shirts and red and gold balloons align the common areas. Down to the cafeteria we go, a parade of adults weaving its way past the extensive line up for SHS 150 free cake.

This past week’s events were the start of a year long celebration ramping up to the reunion in August. Chris Hammer said that the day was also a “milestone for the reunion committee, and we launched admission ticket sales on

Eventbrite.”

There are 5 early bird draws scheduled before April 17th, and the proposed cut-off for ticket sales is June 1st. To purchase tickest, go to Eventbrite.ca and type Sydenham High School Reunion into the search function.

Back in the cafeteris, the students sang Happy Birthday SHS and we all

enjoyed some amazing cake made by Sydenham Sweet Bakery. The cake did not last long.

Upcoming reunion events include a Euchre night at the legion in Sydenham on April 1, and we a trivia night at the Harrowsmith Breweries in May.” For information, call 1-844-386-2835 or visit www.shs150.com ■

Seeking Municipal Support For Physician Recruitment

By Jeff Green

Dr. Jeanette Dietrich has been treating patients at the Sydenham Medical Clinic for over 20 years now, but she is still the youngest of three physicians in her clinic.

“I love my job,” she said in a phone interview last week, “I love my patients and I love providing care for them.”

She does not necessarily love all of the paperwork that comes from her role with the clinic, however, but she is resigned to it. It is more of a burden to find herself having to tickhandle through the healthcare system on

behalf of her patients. Especially now when the system is full of delays and service models that are stressed.

“The constant struggle, trying to navigate the system, running around to try to get my patients in to see specialists, because there is no such thing as doing a simple referral now, is frustrating. It is also heartbreaking that we often have to say ‘no’ when we get calls from new patients who are looking for a family physician.”

And thanks to her other role, making sure that there are family doctors available for families in Frontenac County and parts of

Lennox and Addington, is another concern of hers.

Dr. Dietrich is the lead physician for the Rural Kingston Family Health Organisation (FHO), which is a group of five medical clinics in the local region.

Those clinics include the Sydenham and Verona Clinics, and the Sharbot Lake Family Health Team, in Frontenac County, and the Newburgh and Tamworth Clinics in Lennox and Addington.

“The Rural Kingston FHO provides a funding model for the doctors in these clinics. Our patients are rostered to us, and we

receive pay from the Ministry of Health for our rostered patients. This gives us the opportunity to address multiple issues with our patients,” she said. “It is a better pay model for the work we do today. It allows us to spend more time with our patients”

As part of her role as lead physician, Dr. Dietrich attends regional meetings and sits on committees regarding the current reality and future plans for medical service. These include the Ontario Health Team project, which she described as a ‘work in prog-

North Frontenac Settles At 3.85 Per Cent Tax Increase

By Craig Bakay

It looks like the levy increase for the 2023 taxation year in North Frontenac will be 3.85 per cent, Council decided at a special meeting March 3 in Plevna.

When the 2023 budget process got underway on February 16, staff came in with an increase of 5 per cent ($327,427). That got whittled down to 4.8 per cent ($312,427) during the meeting.

Council then passed a resolution asking staff to bring come back with a smaller budget, and reduce the increase by $68,000, which would result in a 3.78 per cent increase.

Staff did just that, coming back with several cuts and moves that would result in a 3.77 increase.

However, as deliberations began, Mayor Gerry Lichty said: “I have a few issues with how far down we’ve gone.”

While most of staff’s recommended cuts were retained in the budget, after being tested by various straw votes during the discussions, a few items made their way back into the budget.

For example, $1,200 for enhancement to the historical scenic route signage went back into the budget, as did $400 for the replacement of two hockey nets at the Plevna rink and $2,000 for administrative training.

Lichty advocated strongly for the signage, saying that it was influential in how visitors would view the Township and what their first impressions might be.

There were also a couple of additions to the budget including an additional $8,700 for the Kaladar Barrie Fire Department following the submission of its budget.

But essentially, the things that could be deferred to 2024 were, such as repairs to radios ($2,000), culverts for Struthadam and

Quakenbush Roads ($15,000) and the purchase of computers for the planning department ($5,900).

An additional $25,000 was removed from the levy by taking it out of the COVID-19 fund, (for a total of $50,000) leaving a balance of $32,875.73 in that fund.

Other items, such as reducing CAO Corey Klatt’s conference budget to two from three, resulted in a $2,000 savings.

“I have a busy year coming,” Klatt said. “I don’t think I’m going to be able to swing three conferences.”

When all was said and done, only Coun. Vern Hermer spoke up about wanting to see more cuts.

“I don’t know how it’s (a 3.85 per increase) going to be viewed by the public,” Hermer said. “When all of our neighbouring townships are coming in under 3 per cent.”

Frontenac County Strategic Plan

Council welcomed back Jason Kipfer of Explorer Solutions to discuss Frontenac County’s Strategic Plan. The session had been originally scheduled for the Feb. 24 meeting but Mayor Gerry Lichty asked that it be rescheduled as that meeting went long.

After a brief overview of both the County and Township already stated strategic priorities, Kipfer led a focus group question session.

Under the question of ‘what should be Frontenac County’s areas of strategic focus?’ Council responded that there should be more activity to look for funding for the provincial highway system. There is no roads department within the County and funding opportunities are missed because

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Drilling Down: Analysing Municipal Tax Rates

Frontenac County increased taxes by almost 9% this year, the largest increase in memory. And, as we reported last month, members of Frontenac County Council said there was little they could do to lower that increase, after they received the draft budget from county staff . The Frontenac County budget is made up mostly of fixed costs, since the major services that the county delivers are ambulance, long term care, planning and IT services. The cost of delivering those services comes down to the cost of labour, and other fixed costs such as fuel and supplies.

The high increase came directly from the high inflation that has been a global reality this year.

As to the impact of the Frontenac County budget on tax payers, all Frontenac County residents pay the same rate. This year that will be about $208 for every $100,000 that each individual property is assessed at. Another $153 per $100,000 is charged by the provincial government for education taxes.

While all Frontenac County residents will pay about $363 (per $100,000 in assessment) for the first two components of their tax bill, the last, and largest, part of the bill varies widely from township to township.

And now that the three Frontenac townships, that we cover at the Frontenac News, have all completed their budget debates, we know those numbers as well. South Frontenac set its levy to ratepayers for township services at 2.1% more than last year, Central Frontenac at 2.9% more, and while North Frontenac has not formally approved their budget, they met last Friday and have settled in at a budget increase of about 3.75%.

These increases are comparable, and all came about

through cost cutting, in order to offset the impact of inflation on operating costs, and by making at least some use of reserve funds, to cushion the blow on ratepayers.

Assessment growth, due to new construction, blunts the impact of the increases by about 1% for most property owners in Frontenac County, whose property valuation is the same for the 2023 tax year as it was in 2022

As we noted earlier this year, the variation in taxation between the three townships is quite large, and the gap will increase a little more this year.

South Frontenac's local tax rate in 2022 was $613 per $100,000 in assessment, and that rate is set to rise to about $617.

Central Frontenac's local tax rate in 2022 was $964 per $100,000 in assessment, and that rate is set to rise to about $979.

North Frontenac's tax rate in 2022 was $700 per $100,000 in assessment, and while the 2023 is not set yet, it will likely increase by between $15 and $20 in 2023.

This all means that the total tax rate in South Frontenac, including township, county and education taxes, is about $821 in 2023, the Central Frontenac rate is about $1172, and the North Frontenac rate will be somewhere around $925.

The 'x' factor for each property owner is the valuation of their property. Since the rates are based on a $100,000 in value, the owner of a property valued at $250,000 in South Frontenac will pay 2.5 x $821 = $2053.50 in 2023.

The owner of a property valued at $175,000 in Central Frontenac will pay 1.75 x $1172 = $2051 in 2023. The owner of a property in North Frontenac that is valued at $200,000 will pay 2 x $925=$1850

While tax increases are never popular, the sticker shock, when tax bills come out, will not be the same as what we all have been facing when looking at the price of lettuce and celery in the grocery store, in recent months. However, while we can buy cheaper vegetables or wait for the price to decrease, there is no avoiding municipal taxes.

Two added notes about municipal budgets

Readers of the paper may notice that our reporting of budget increases is not always the same as the municipal reporting.

That is because our reports are based on the difference between the levy to ratepayers from one year to the next.

We do this because, in our

view, municipal budgeting is about the amount of taxpayers money that townships require in order to deliver services.

Some townships report on their numbers as we do, but others look at the impact of their tax rate on the average property, or account for growth, in the numbers they report.

While these are all legitimate ways of looking at budget impacts on ratepayers, it makes it hard to compare budgets in different townships, even those in the same county.

The second note about municipal budgets in Ontario is that we are still living under a system that was brought in place 25 years ago by the Mike Harris government. This system transferred costs from provincial taxation to municipal taxation in a very overt way.

For example, The Frontenac County levy we pay every year, includes major costs that were used to be fully funded through provincial taxes, including the cost of Fairmount Home and Frontenac Paramedic Services. Now, the province pays about half of those costs, at best, and the rest ends up on our municipal tax roll.

And the burden of paying for upkeep on Roads 38 and 506/509, which have a profound impact on all of our local township budgets, would not be there if those roads had not been downloaded from provincial to municipal jurisdiction 25 years ago.

The difference is particularly relevant in smaller municipalities and is responsible for many of the problems faced by local councils.

Central Frontenac ratepayers, for example, have been paying extra municipal tax, every year, for the rebuild of Road 38 that took place in 2006, even though part of the cost of that rebuild was covered by a provincial grant.

The council of the day had no choice but to spread that cost over decades because it cost more to do the road, than they collected in taxes each year to cover all the other costs of running the municipality.

And while it was a Conservative government that brought this system in, the Liberal government that followed, and remained in power for 13 years, did not upload those costs.

They did moderate the impact on smaller, rural municipalities by creating a grant program that favours low population municipalities, but they kept the downloads in place, and we are still paying higher municipal taxes so that provincial governments can charge less in income tax.

Income tax fluctuates each year based on how much money we earn, and has a rate that increases incrementally as income rises. It is a ‘progressive’ tax.

Municipal taxes are based on property values, and they do not go down when the property owner loses their job or becomes ill. There is no relief for municipal ratepayers as their circumstances change. That makes them a static or ‘regressive’ tax. ■

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Central Frontenac Passes 2023 Budget With 2.9% Increase

By Craig Bakay

Central Frontenac Council passed its 2023 budget at its regular meeting Feb. 28 in Sharbot Lake.

The budget is raising 2.9 per cent $274,280 more dollars than in 2022.

Part of the way council managed to keep the increase under 3% in an inflationary environment, was to offset increases in the operational budget was to keep a lid on capital expenditures.

The operating budget increase is up by $795,133 (11 per cent) vs 2022, but the capital budget is down by $520,853 (-27 per cent) vs 2022.

“This has been the toughest year for a budget,” said Mayor Frances Smith, who has seen a lot of them.

“It has been stressful,” said Treasurer Michael McGovern.

Coun. Craig Middleton voted against the budget and when asked by the Mayor, why he voted no, he said: “I don’t like taking all that money from reserves,” he said, in reference to decreases in reserve funds in the budget, another means that the township

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ress’, whose goal is to coordinate a side variety of services, including: long term care, home care, community support services, paramedicine, and family practice, in order to make sure services are being provided where they are needed.

For a number of reasons, the Rural Kingston FHO is in need of several physicians in order to serve the existing rostered patients

Re: Volunteer Firefighters

used to keep the tax levy increase from rising too much.

Fire Master Plan

Council received, but did not yet approve, the Fire Master Plan, saying it wanted to discuss the 24 recommendations before agreeing to them.

“If all of the recommendations are included, I will be voting against it,” said Dep. Mayor Phillip Smith.

“It doesn’t mean we have to do them all right away,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

Of the 24 recommendations included in the Loomex Group report, six are listed as “mandatory,” meaning that there is a legislative compliance requirement. arden Fire Hall

Before either the budget discussion (which was minimal) or the Fire Master Plan discussion, Coun. Nicki Gowdy wanted to discuss the $45,000 slated for repairs to the Arden Fire Hall.

Fire Chief Chris McDonough said the repairs were necessary (“there is no functioning washroom”) and were instead of asking for more than $500,000 for a new fire hall.

in their catchment areas. The clinics in Verona and Sharbot Lake both have an immediate need for a physician, and the Sydenham clinic could be in the same position within five years.

That is why Dr. Dietrich, as well as others from the Rural Kingston FHO, have been appearing before local councils in recent weeks, working to develop a doctor recruitment strategy for the 5 medical clinics in the Rural Kingston FHO.

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a first priority.

Most had full-time jobs and families they had to go home to.

New conference discussion system

Council approved $37,489 for a new wireless “conference discussion system” (ie new microphones and PA) for Soldiers Memorial Hall in Sharbot Lake. Applied Electronics was the successful bidder.

Frontenac County Business Analyst Ryan Dixon said that the current system is antiquated and some of the microphones have started to fail.

He said the new system will be much easier to set up and take down saving about $2,400 per year in staff time.

He said the lack of cabling to each mike also made for increased safety by removing tripping hazards and allowing for more configuration options.

There was $39,000 allocated in the 2023 budget for the system of which $28,000 was raised in 2022.

Mileage rate Maintained

After much discussion, Council decided to leave it mileage rate at $0.55 per kilometre and update it Feb. 1 each year if necessary.

There were councillors who were pre-

“There is a shortage of family doctors everywhere in the province. We wanted the councils to be aware of both current needs and projected needs, so we can work together to address them Other jurisdictions were on board, and the risk our communities face are very real, if we are not able to come up with a coordinated strategy,” she said.

As the result of the presentations, Frontenac County put $22,000 in the 2023 budget for doctor recruitment. The money is tentatively earmarked for head hunting services for at least one Frontenac County clinic to seek a doctor.

pared to argue for a 6-per-cent increase to match inflation but the most compelling argument Came from Coun. Bill Everett.

“Leave it as it is,” Everett said. “My cost to run my vehicle is $0.15 per kilometre; $0.55 is quite a profit.”

But you have things like wear and tear, insurance and such,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

“I have those things anyways,” said Everett.

Changes in Committee Structure

Council asked that a report on committee organization be brought back for further discussion.

“I think it needs a lot of discussion on how it would look on the ground,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

Heritage Festival Success

Mayor Frances Smith noted that Soldiers Memorial Hall was packed for the Frontenac’s Got Talent event that opened the Frontenac Heritage Festival.

Coun. Lynn Klages said she was at the events in Arden both Saturday and Sunday and both were well attended. ■

of the budget. We can look at it later in the year, and if we need to find money for it in 2023, we can take it from funds that we already have available for this year.”

“I understand why South Frontenac might be reluctant to take this on, because healthcare is a provincial responsibility, but if there are incentives in surrounding communities, it makes it harder to recruit without them,” she said.

Other communities are already moving forward with recruitment plans.

The column in the Feb. 9 issue of the Frontenac News “Denbigh Fire Station May Close” by Craig Bakay really got me going. What is the bureaucratic system attempting to do to our rural communities.? Fact, we cannot afford full time fire fighters. Fact, we as volunteers do not have the time to take months long courses to be “certified” whatever that means. Most have jobs and families!!

I became a volunteer fire fighter in 2005 at the age of 58, after I retired. I wanted to serve the community I love and help those in need. I met some great people and established long lasting friendships and have great respect for those who trained and guided us in our endeavours.

I took a book home and studied about fire, its prevention, and so on.

I took advice and guidance from those who had the experience and we always had the safety of ourselves and others as

Every volunteer fire department in our area is now in jeopardy due to asinine regulations and don’t give me the spiel about liability. It is bull. Instead, look at how many lawsuits have been launched in the community against our fire departments over the last 30 years.

Most of our citizens are glad and grateful for our firefighters.

What happens if Mountain Grove closes their fire station? Your insurance rates will go up dramatically. Your personal safety will be compromised.

Everyone in our rural communities have had to band together to make sure those dumb regulations do not result in the loss of fire coverage in your area.

And I haven’t even touched on the importance of medical calls. With the ambulance service in dire straits, your firefighter will be the first at your door to help.

- Fletcher Young

Because of its location, the clinic in Sharbot Lake has access to provincial money as an enticement for a doctor to come to work there, and the City of Kingston has put incentives in place, so part of the request to South Frontenac Council was for them to set up a fund.

“Most neighbouring municipalities have a $100,000 fund, payable over 5 years. That would cover about ½ of the student loan debt for a doctor coming out of med school into family practice.

While the presentations were timed to coincide with township budget deliberations, South Frontenac Council did not put money in their 2023 budget for doctor recruitment.

“We were not entirely clear what was being asked of us by the doctors,” said Mayor Vandewal, “and we did not discuss it as part

Last month, Leeds and Grenville County, which includes ten municipalities, including Leeds and a Thousand Islands and Westport which border South Frontenac, decided to create a co-ordinated region wide health care worker recruitment strategy to serve its residents’ healthcare needs.

“Although contributions to finance frontline health care has traditionally been the responsibility of the province, funding health care over the past decade has been increasing in municipal budgets,” wrote Leeds Grenville County Chief Administrative Officer Raymond Callery, in a staff report.

For her part, Dr. Dietrich is saying that she has only a limited capacity to work on recruitment, because her responsibilities as a family doctor and Lead Physician for the Rural Kingston FHO take up all of her available time.

“Some form of community involvement, as well as financial support, would make a difference. We look forward to Council’s response to our presentation” she said. ■

COMMUNITY REPORTERS (613)

Arden ............................Wanda Harrison ...............335-3186

Battersea / Storrington..Amanda Pantrey ..............353-6653

Cloyne / Northbrook......Stepanie Regent

Denbigh ........................Gail Fritsch ...............613-333-2224

Godfrey .........................Kelli McRobert

Harrowsmith .................Gregg Hamelin .........613-376-6665

Henderson ....................Jean Brown ......................336-2516

Inverary.........................Judy Borovskis .................353-1768

Maberly-Bolingbroke.....Karen Prytula ...................325-1354

Mississippi ....................Pearl Killingbeck...............278-2127

Ompah ..........................Linda Rush .......................479-2570

Marily Seitz.......................479-2855

Parham-Tichborne ........Colleen Steele .................375-6219

Christine Teal ..................375-6525

Perth Road ...................Peter Bird .........................353-7303

Plevna...........................Rhonda Watkins .......613-264-5325

Sydenham ....................Karen Brawley ..................376-9848

Verona ..........................Debbie Lingen

M ABE rly- B O l INGB r O k E

Karen Prytula

613-325-1354

karenprytula33@gmail.com

Maberly Euchre supporting Maberly Agricultural Society

- Note change in times and dates. Beginning March 13 the Euchre games will be on the 2nd and 4rth Mondays of each month at 1pm until November.. Price is still $5 and the proceeds still go towards the Maberly Fair.

ABC Hall Events – Line dancing with Rhonda Aisbitt. A fun workout. Motion is lotion! Fridays, January 13 to March 17, 10am to 11am. Cost is $5 at the door which goes toward Hall maintenance. More info can be found on the ABC Hall website. https://abchall.ca/health-fitness

More at the ABC Hall! – Musicians Circle – Play, sing, learn, and network with fellow musicians without an audience present. Thursdays at 7pm. Cost is $5 at the door which goes toward Hall maintenance. More info can be found at the ABC Hall website https://abchall.ca/music-for-education-enjoyment/

MISSISSIPPI

Pearl Killingbeck

613-278-2127

Sympathy is extended to the families of Doreen Churchill • and Jim Ruckstill and Erwin Dunlop and Gwen Everson.

Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating in March. I can only • remember a few names but there are lots of you: my granddaughter Lisa, my great grandson Jamie, and my daughter Sharon plus Elaine DeLisle, Erma Millar, Mason and Landen Gilchrist, Alison Gemmill, Valerie Truelove, Gladys Walters, Ruth Wark, Liam Buske.

Mother Nature has been wreaking havoc again – not sure who ticked her off but she did enough roaring that the snowmobile club cancelled their breakfast on Saturday. Let’s hope she is calmer for the next breakfast on March 14th.

Seeing as I have so little news I will send out up a little • chuckle: (How about that?) A Texas farmer goes to Australia for vacation and he meets up with and Aussie farmer and gets talking to him. The Aussie showed off his big wheat fields and the Texan said “We have wheat fields that are twice that large”. They walked around the ranch and the Aussie showed

off his herd of cattle and the Texan immediately said “We have longhorns that are twice as large as those cows”. The conversation was almost dying and the Texan sees a herd of kangaroo hopping through the field and asks “What are those?”

The Aussie who is fed up with all the Texan’s bragging replied “What? Don’t you have grasshoppers in Texas?”

To all you people who are so loving and kind to me - Thank • You for the sunshine you bring to my life.

OMPAH

linda rush lindarush@yahoo.com

Marily Seitz seitz@xplornet.ca

613-479-2570

613-479-2855

The 2nd annual Ompah Snow Stomp will be held this Sat- • urday, March 11 from 4pm-5:30pm. Meredith will lead the outdoor dance in the parking lot so dress for the weather. Chairs will be around the fire pit for resting and chatting. Since the parking lot will be the dance floor, please park across the road at the rest stop. There will be refreshments. Come on out and join in the fun for free.

Coffee and Chat is held at the hall on Wednesdays from • 10am to 11:30am or so. Recently Betty has sharing her research on local mills. Saralyn has brought several local historical books. Both led to a lot of discussion, questions and memories. All are welcome to attend to share the refreshments, coffee, tea and chat.

The March Birthday Bash Community Pot Luck will be held • on Wednesday, March 15th at 6pm. Bring a dish to share. All are welcome.

PArHAM-TICHBOrNE

Colleen Steele

613-375-6219

Christine teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com 613-375-6525

The Lions are holding their breakfast at OSO Township Hall • in Sharbot Lake, this time with the proceeds going to the local swim program on March 25th.

Keep on collecting those pop can tabs and also the plastic • bread ties as well as the used stamps with the 1/4" border.

If you are out of books or if you want to share yours be sure • to drop off at the little boxes in most villages. Take one, leave one. Or you can always visit the library if nothing is there to your liking.

Remember next week is March Break so be on the lookout • for those little ones who are out and about playing around. Be safe and have fun! Enjoy to all those that are travelling next week … you deserve the break!!

Remember the Ball registration is open as of March 1st - • you can register on line at www.fcmsa.ca or in person at the OSO Hall in Sharbot Lake Wed. March 22 from 6 to 9 pm or March 26 from 9 am to noon. Teams are capped at 13 to be sure to secure your spot. Both money and forms must be turned in - these can be emailed to cfminorball@hotmail.com

Condolences to the family of the late Jim Ruckstuhl who • passed away last week. Thinking of you all.

Peter Bird

•

613-353-7303

p.bird@xplornet.ca

Events at Perth Rd. Sunday School Hall: Tuesday Lunches

continue. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for homemade soup, sandwiches and dessert.

Watch for information about the Maple Syrup Festival on • April 8th.

Yoga classes on the Opinicon Rd., Pilates and foam roll- • ing classes, go to: nomadyogini.ca, for full schedule: info@ nomadyogini.ca 613-453-4195.

PlEVNA

rhonda Watkins

613-264-5325

rhonda139@gmail.com

11 out of the 14 North Frontenac neighbours weighed out • last Sunday in our last 8-week Community Weight Loss Challenge. In total 53.8 pounds were lost! Congratulations to everybody that participated and tremendous congratulations to Juliette Bozsik, the highest percentage weight loss winner, she lost 14.2 pounds and earned a weight loss of 6.47%

Don't forget that this Sat Mar 11th the 2nd Annual Ompah • Snow Stomp Outdoor Dance at the Ompah Community Centre will be happening between 4pm-5:30pm! You can park at the Rest Stop and refreshments will be available. Please no alcohol and for more information you can text Liz at 613 8064745.

Next Friday March 17th you are invited to come on out to the • Plevna Library for The Exciting New Library Card launch from 11am to 12noon! You will meet the Library's friendly T-Rex and get one of their limited edition Kingston Frontenac Public Library cards, while supplies last. To get a card all you need to do is bring a friend or family member to sign up for a new card or strike a pose during their marketing photo shoot! I hope to see you there.

Tues Mar 28th all North Frontenac Contractor's and Trades- • person's are invited to the Clar-Mill Hall from 7- 8:30am for a free Breakfast and an information session regarding 2023 updates on building codes, cloud permitting, minor variances and more. If you have any questions, please contact Don Reed, Chief Building Official at cbo@northfrontenac.ca or 613 4792231 ext 224.

On Sunday April 2nd at noon community Dr Doneisha Dodd

• ND will be holding an online Blood Sugar Simplified workshop and cooking class. For more info. you can visit drdoneishadodd.com

VE r ONA

Debbie Lingen debbie@lingens.com

Style Revival will be open three Saturdays this month,

• March 11th, 18th and the 25th from 10 am to 1 pm. It will also be open as usual Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm. Style Revival, which is located in the Verona Free Methodist Church at 6804 Hwy 38, offers free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages

On Sunday March 12, Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open Mic will be • held at the Golden Links Hall Harrowsmith, from 1 pm to 5 pm followed by dinner, please being a dessert to share, cost is $12.00. For more info call 613-372 -2410.

Verona Free Methodist Church is hosting a March break • Carnival on Wednesday, March 15th starting at 2 pm. Drama presentation of "Joseph's Journey" by Quinte Youth Unlimited Performing Arts, many carnival games, canteen and hotdog supper. See the advertisement in this paper for full details.

ArDEN

Wanda Harrison

613-335-3186 wmharrison070@gmail.com

The Denbigh Library will be having a LEGO and K’NEX Day • on Saturday March 18 from 10am-11am at the Denbigh Library. Please call to register 613-333-1426. Please let me know if you have any news or events you • would like to share.

• events, please be advised that the Legion will hold three events in the month of March. This Sunday, March 12, Shirley Swanton will be hosting a bake sale, 2pm-5pm. To donate baked goods or for more information please get in touch with Shirley by phone at 705-821-1965.

Following up on the Sunday pledge to meet and organize

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Kelli Mcrobert kattgrrrl@gmail.com

The second fundraiser planned is a St. Patrick’s Day dinner.

• 5pm-7pm stew and shepherd’s pie; rolls, salad along with pie and ice cream. The cost is $20 per person and tickets are available at the Legion, at C4 Convenience and through Mitch Laufman, who is chairing this event. Contact Mitch at 613-2007967. or email mitchelaufman@gmail.com,

• March 26.

Dart players, Tammy is organizing a dart tournament for

The Arden United church would like everyone to know

• that Coffee and Conversation continues Thursday mornings at 10am in the social room. There will be an Arden Stewarts meeting Monday March 13 at 7pm.

St. Pat’s Day reigns supreme this month as the Arden

• Church will be hosting a breakfast of egg and ham brekkie sandwiches, hash brown potatoes, baked beans, tea, coffee and juice along with a special St. Patrick’s Day sweet treat, Saturday April 18, 8am to 11am. A free will offering would be gratefully accepted.

• Education Committee Thursday March 23 at 6pm.

Other church happenings are a meeting of the Christian

The Pastoral Charge’s Annual meetings will be held as fol-

• lows; Mountain Grove Sunday March 26, Henderson March 27 at 9am and Arden March 30 at 7pm.

B ATTE r SEA /S TO rr INGTON

amanda Pantrey

613-353-6653

amandapantrey@outlook.com

Happy belated birthday wishes to Battersea’s own Mr. Dan- • ny Page! I hear it was a big one. All the best, Dan.

Another birthday wish for none other than my very own Pa.

• Happy Birthday, Dad! I hope you treat yourself a new camper at the sportsman show, because I am not.

Be sure to come to the South Frontenac Community Rec-

• reation & Leisure Services Fair happening on March 25th at the Storrington Centre (3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury) from 10am - 2pm. You will be welcome to learn about and register for local recreation, leisure, and social programs for all ages and interests. Email recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information.

They’re back! The Storrington Retirees luncheon and en- • tertainment is Wednesday April 12 at noon at the newly renovated Storrington Centre 3910 Battersea Road. All retirees are welcome come join us for a hot home cooked meal and meet your neighbours for some conversation and enjoy the entertainment We will meet every month on the second Wednesday of the month.

Did you know the best pet for daylight savings time is a • watch dog?

DENBIGH & VENNACHAr

Gail Fritsch

613-333-2224

tonygailfritsch@sympatico.ca

Well, it looks like winter is going to hang in there for a little • while. Hopefully those who want to enjoy some outdoor winter sports during the March break will get their wish!

The Denbigh Recreation Committee will be hosting a St. • Patrick’s Day Dinner on Saturday March 18 from 5pm – 7pm at the Denbigh Hall. This homemade traditional meal will be Irish stew with a bun and Dessert, all for $12.00 with children under 8 being $8. There will be live music with The Pickled Chicken Band.

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club will be having bingo in • March 14 at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

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Nomad Yogini classes (yoga, pilates & foam rolling) start on • March 13th, sign up for the spring session online nomadyogini.ca/prices or send a message. Starts on March 13th with 7 classes a week to choose from. Hope to see you on your mat soon!

The Academy of Light Sabre Dueling has come to • Harrowsmith. Come find out what Combat Sabers are about! 3876 Harrowsmith Road, Sunday 3pm-4pm, use the side door. They are now accepting new students ages 8 and above. Located at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. Email sydenhamalsd@gmail.com for more information White Lake Pickleball is offering another Learn to Play Pick- • leball in March, this 2-hour session will have you on the courts and ready to play! Call 613-374-5662 or email pickleballkelli@ gmail.com or kattgrrrl@gmail.com for more details. Grab a group of 3 for your own personalized session.

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Gregg Hamelin

613-376-6665 ghamelin3585@gmail.com

It's Income Tax Time! South Frontenac Community Services Centre has volunteers who can complete your return free of charge if your income meets the CRA limits. No self-employment, business or rental income. Pick up a tax envelope at our main entrance, fill out the forms and drop it off to us with all your tax slips inside. Our volunteers will contact you if more information is required and your return will be filed electronically. We'll call when your paper copy is ready for pick up. How easy is that! For more info, call Chelsea at 613-376-6477 ext 308.

Saturday, March 11is Euchre night at the Harrowsmith S and • A Club, 4041 Colebrook Road. Starting at 7pm, entry fee $7 for non members, $5 for members. Please email harrowsmithsand@gmail.com for more information or to join the group. Come out and join the fun!

Sunday, March 12 is the Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open Mike. • At the Golden Links Hall from 1pm-5pm, followed by dinner. Please bring a dessert to share, cost is $12. For more info call 613-372-2410.

Friday, March 17, 2023 is the St. Patrick's Day celebration at • the Harrowsmith S and A Club. From 7:30pm -11pm. Green beer and Karaoke. Cash bar. Come and join for a $5 entry fee. Contact harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com for details.

Friday, March 17, 2023 is St Patty’s day with Jeff Code at • the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith. Dancing from 19:00 to 23:00 with a late- night snack provided. Cost is $20. For more info call 613-372-2410.

Sunday, March 19, 2023 is a take-out beef dinner, at the • Golden Links Hall - advance tickets only with a cut off date of Wednesday, March 15. The cost is $20 with tickets available at the gas stations in Sydenham, Harrowsmith and Hartington and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For more info call 613372-2410.

Wednesday, March 22, 1pm-3pm, painting workshop at the •

Sydenham Legion Hall, 4361 Amelia Street. Bring a photo of your house, cottage, curled-up cat or anything that says home to you. Aged 55+ beginner to experienced painters welcome. Canvas, acrylic paint and brushes provided for a $5 donation. Bring an apron, paper towel and a sense of fun! Preregistration is required. For more information or to register call Denzel Maradza 613-376-6477 ext 310 or denzel.maradza@ sfcsc.ca.

Saturday, March 25, 2023 is the South Frontenac Commu- • nity Recreation & Leisure Services Fair at the Storrington Centre (3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury) 10am-2pm PM. Learn about and register for local recreation, leisure and social programs for all ages and interests. E-mail recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information.

HENDErSON

Jean Brown

613-336-2516

My word, we’ve been snowed both in and under this past • weekend and are so thankful to our road crews for all their efforts on our behalf- toiling night and day to keep our roads clear. Thanks to our Super Heroes/Heroines! Soon we’ll have more daylight and better visibility in the storms so be sure to turn your clocks forward this Sat eve (March 11) and we’ll have more daylight hours- which is truly exciting!

Our sister United Church in Arden is hosting a few up- • coming events such as a St. Patricks Day Breakfast on Sat. March 18th from 8 - 11 am as a way to reach out to the community and raise some funds for the church with the free will offering. Menu includes a breakfast sandwich, hash browns, baked beans, and a St. Patrick's treat. Then on Sat. April 1st, youth are invited to Arden United Church for a game time from 2:30 – 4:30. Please bring along a board game and have some fun. For more info on these two events, please contact student minister Kaitlyn 613-335-2474 or by email at minister@ardenpastoralcharge.ca

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Judy Borovskis borovskis@kingston.net

Great Job! To all the snow plow drivers and workers - well • done! My morning runs never faltered. Roads were good and you worked fast at getting it pushed back for safe running or walking. Thank you!

Spring Ahead! Spring may be in a winter disguise … but • change your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night, so you wake up on time Sunday morning! Spring Break! Have a good time – I’ve heard that the maple syrup is on the move!

Minor Baseball online registration will commence on March • 1st and run until April 15. Website is FCMSA.ca. In person registration will be as follows March 22, 6pm-9 pm at Ken Garrett Memorial Park, March 25, 10am-2 pm at the old Fire Hall in Sunbury, and March 26, 9 am- 12 pm. at Ken Garrett Memorial Park

Self- Defence! First class planned for March 18th. Call to • register. Hamid Nam will be teaching Self-Defence Techniques classes at Inverary United Church Hall, one class every three months. If interested or for more info call 613 328-6742 or email at hamidnam24@gmail.com

Youth Dance! for students in grades 5 to 8. Friday March • 24th at the Storrington Lion’s Hall in Sunbury. Music & Fun! Supervised. Cost $5 per student.

Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair on March 25 from 10 am. to 2 pm. at the Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road. Come and learn about recreation, leisure and social programs available for all age

Sharbot Lake Chiropractic & Wellness

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Myofascial pain is characterized by the presence of trigger points, which are specific areas of muscle or fascia that are hypersensitive and painful to the touch. Trigger points can develop in any muscle in the body, and they can cause local pain as well as referred pain in other areas of the body.

The Tweet Boutique by

Jeff Green

internationalwomensday.com

March 8

For Amy Kay, birding and photography are linked together, and her interest in both began simultaneously.

It began about 20 years ago with an Osprey nest near Mississagagon Lake. She had just acquired a new camera and spent hours observing the nest along with other songbirds in the area. As a self-taught photographer, she found bird photography challenging and enjoyed observing and being along side nature. Although, birds in particular, have always remained her favourite subject.

Over the years, some of her bird photography has appeared in Canadian Geographic, Ontario Birds and the National Audubon Society, among other publications. Many of the photos that she displays in her gallery, The Tweet Boutique in Cloyne, were taken close to the home she shares with her husband Brian near Mazinaw Lake, although she also travels throughout Ontario in search of various bird species. From years of observing birds in the wild, she has acquired an understanding of bird behaviour and their habitats allowing her to capture them from unique angles, in stunning poses and with soft backgrounds.

Just like her photos, getting the boutique open took some time, and patience.

The property, at the northeast corner of Hwy.41 and Road 506, was a former realtor’s office for many years. The location was perfect for a gallery as well as the unique landscape of the area as a backdrop for a nature store.

Although the property had been vacant for a number of years, Brian and Amy were finally able to acquire it in the spring of 2021. Brian, a general contractor had renovated the offices into a warm, open, bright space with natural lighting, a coffered ceiling, and a cozy fireplace to add to the charm of the gallery.

“The timing was perfect. Our children were both setting off for university, and

I suddenly had time to concentrate on a gallery and my photography full time”, she said.

Some of Amy's favourite images are displayed and available for purchase in the gallery on fine art paper, canvas or acrylic and are also available for custom sizing and mediums. In addition, the boutique curates fine art from across Canada all with a consistent aesthetic sensibility that compliments the photos and the decor and layout of the space.

The boutique also carries unique bird feeders, high quality seed blends, garden decor, and gifts making it the go-to place for birders, nature lovers, photography fans, and anyone looking for a special gift item.

The Tweet Boutique is currently open from 10am-4pm, Wednesday to Sunday but hours will be adjusted for the upcoming summer season. For additional information regarding Amy’s fine art prints or products available, go to TheTweetBoutique.com or call 613-336-0200. ■

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality.

IWD has occurred for well over a century, with the first IWD gathering in 1911 supported by over a million people. Today, IWD belongs to all groups collectively everywhere. IWD is not country, group or organization specific.

#IWD2023 #EmbraceEquity

christine Kennedy has been a trusted florist in historic sydenham village for 25 years and looks forward to helping customers with their floral wishes as she approaches her 26th year in business.

christine graduated from sHs in 1975 and loves living in south frontenac. as a young woman, Christine’s first career was in day care, caring for many children over 18 years. in 2019 she had the privilege of creating wedding floral tributes for 5 of her ‘daycare babies’.

christine is an active Lions club Member and volunteered as a guide for the Historical walking tour during the Lakes N trails weekend adventures. s he has been a selfemployed, co-owing a small groc/gas bar/ convenience store in another village and a

chip truck in sydenham, while simultaneously running Memory Lane flowers & tea room. in the summer of 2022, she and her husband decided to downsize the shop and focus on that which she’s most passionate... flowers! they relocated their bustling business to their home studio in sydenham from december ‘22-January ‘23. During the relocation she continued to provide floral pieces for customers and their loved ones. she enjoys using creativity and inventiveness to create floral expressions.

4350 Mill St. Sydenham •613-376-6309 •www.memorylaneflowers.ca

Above: interior of the Tweet Boutique & Gallery. Below: Photographer Amy Kay.

The Woodland Priestess

tawny stowe is a steward of land and resources which allows her to embody her role as the woodland priestess helping folks return home to themselves through a (re) connection to the earth. tawny teaches a remembering of the Mind-Body-soul through the sharing of stories, food, gardening, spirituality + yoga practices, and nature exploration. come to the woodland escape to experience a Lomi Lomi Hawaiian sacred temple massage, learn about plant medicine, develop confidence in yoga, or to soften into a reiki meditation. Tawny now offers over night stays in a Mongolian Yurt with a catered campfire chef experience, allowing for total immersion in to the simple beauty of natural living.

visit for an hour, stay for a weekend or immerse yourself in one of the training courses hosted throughout the year to deepen your own holistic healing practices or step into a role of a practitioner for your own community.

www.woodlandpriestess.com

613-240-4080 • located in Arden, ON

Our goal at Lavallee’s Cookery is to provide fresh, creative, seasonal offerings. Whether it be our bakery counter or our take out warm entrées you can expect chef inspired features, grab & go, and sweet treats.

By strengthening connections with both customers and farmers The Cookery has flourished over the past couple of years and continues to build its brand. Stop in and check out The Cookery to truly enjoy what local tastes like, you wont be disappointed.

Thanks to the women of The Cookery, Happy International Women’s day.

Open 7 days a week

3810 Perth RD, Inverary 613-653-3333

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Nomad yogini offers yoga, p ilates and foam rolling classes in perth road, inverary, Glenburnie and sydenham. after completing her first Yoga training in Costa Rica in 2009, amanda Butterill began teaching classes in Kingston. in 2013 Nomad yogini was born when she began teaching classes in community halls in south frontenac where she grew up and lives now. 10 years later she runs 7 classes a week in 4 locations in south frontenac. pilates classes were added in 2016, foam rolling classes started this past January, a new beautiful studio opened in perth road last september and this spring she will be adding a weekly class at the frontenac farmer’s market in Harrowsmith. amanda, the Nomad yogini plans to continue to grow her business, providing classes in south

frontenac so people don’t have to drive far for a class. yoga and pilates supports participants in staying healthy and feeling their best, ultimately having a positive impact on their lives and the community. the spring session starts March 13th. with a class package you can attend any class on the schedule in any location. you can attend the same class each week or a different type or location each week. check out our new website and booking system www.nomadyogini.ca where you can purchase, book and manage all your classes info@nomadyogini.ca • 613-453-4195 Nomad Yogini nomadyogini.ab

Scarlett & Rosie Floral Co

Inspired by local artisans owner & local resident, Nicole Potter, is collaborating with other women to showcase their goods in her store as well as supporting local flowerfarmers. Stop in to see herplants, gifts and florals.

www.scarlettrosiefloralco.ca

4397 George St, Sydenham

613 583 1242

i’ve been lucky to have been inspired, encouraged and supported by amazing women throughout my entire life. Most recently I find myself surrounded by a community of women in agriculture, a field in which women are increasing playing a more diverse and essential role. when we moved to frontenac county, 4 years ago from toronto, to start a farm there were a lot of uncertainties and local female farmers and small business owners stepped up by answering all of my questions and motivating me along the way. Our farm is ultra small-scale diversified livestock and we sell our meat directly to customers. we are proud to be responsibly raising livestock while respecting the land and providing nourishment for our local community. My path to becoming a farmer wasn’t linear but stemmed from a desire to know where my food came from and to challenge the expectations of what you find pre-packaged in a grocery store. From our farm to your family, eat different, one meal at a time.

therisefarm@gmail.com

www.therisefarm.com

Godfrey, ON • 416-559-1072

Sarah Hannon, The Rise Farm

every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another, we’re strongest when we cheer each other on.

is a new flower & gift store located in Sydenham

Cancellation ~ Portious due to unforeseen health circumstances, percy portious 85th Birthday celebration will be cancelled at the storrington centre on March 12th.

Card Of thanks

Thank You ~ Matson organizers of the Matson annual family day wish to thank the trappers council for the demonstrations, the Heritage society for their antique display, russell wood for the kettle boil, Kennebec tree & Lawn for the tasty moose tongues, and sentinal risk insurance for the sleigh ride donation, dwayne for the horse drawn sleigh rides, Jeff for running skilled events, Zack for sawmill demonstrations & carter & ayla for making sure everyone got their hotdogs, chili & hot chocolate in a timely manner. Last but not least to all who attended you make the day a wonderful event, & your generous donations raised $900.00 for the arden wesleyan church. Hopefully see you next year. thanks again.

OBituary

G RANT, Martha Alvena - passed away peacefully, March 2, 2023 in her 101st year. predeceased by her dear husband Joseph Grant of 65 years. Dear mother of Joseph (Catherine), Sylvia Grant (anthony Zamojc) ruth Lamberti (carlo, deceased), paul (yaima) robert (Heather). was predeceased by parents Herman and pauline Keller and siblings arnold, Hulda, fred, adeline, Lila, albert and alma. she will be sadly missed by 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. resting at the dixon-Garland funeral Home, 166 Main street North, Markham,ontario. visitation on thursday March 9th, 12-2 p.m. followed by internment in Box Grove cemetery. Memorial service to take place at centennial- albert united church, 19 rosehill Blvd., oshawa ontario at 2 p.m. on saturday March 11th. condolences may be sent to www.dixongarland.com. donations in her memory may be made to centennialalbert united church or a charity of your choice.

Jeffreys, Mary Elizabeth “Marie”

Passed away peacefully at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home, Northbrook on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at the age of 86. Marie will be forever missed by her devoted husband and best friend Richard of 53 years. Cherished mother of Wayne Fuller, Sherri Rolls, Robyn Fuller, Bonnie Fuller, Tina Dwyer, Harvey Fuller and Tonya Plowright (Richard). She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Jennifer, Pamela, Dylan, Tina, Joshua, Jessica, John-Paul, Lindsey, Aryonn, Ryan and David as well and her great grandchildren Grace, Emma, Jayden, Hailey, Hadley marie, Brinleigh, Jace, Axton, Emma, Madilynn, Eli and Lennon. Beloved sister of Viola Taylor. Marie is predeceased by her parents Murray and Mary Wilson, as well as her siblings David, Gerald, Bernice and Dorothy. Cremation has been entrusted to Milestone Funeral Center. There will be no visitation or funeral service. A Private Graveside Service will be held at a later date at Groveside Cemetery, Whitby where she will be laid to rest with her parents. Online condolences, photos and memories can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com.

S C h LIEVERT, Edward Peter (ed’s place) with great sadness we announce that edward peter schlievert passed away at the perth & smith’s falls district Hospital on february 21, 2023. eddie was 66 years old. He grew up in arnprior and later moved to ardoch where for many years he ran, “ed’s place”; a restaurant with great food and great company. dear Brother of carol timmins, dave schlievert (Lavina) and don schlievert (Bev).

predeceased by his parents Herman and Lola schlievert , Brother Gordon (Loretta) and Brother Jim (former husband and best friend of Mildred). eddie is survived by his very special aunt doris Glenn (late donald). also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and many wonderful friends from near and far.

of that. It is difficult to maintain roads with the current schedule and there should be additional County support for road upgrades and development.

Council also suggested more active economic support and economic development, especially in the areas of broadband, cell phone service, the road system and healthcare system.

Council suggested the County should take the lead in improving the healthcare system, both south and north of Hwy 7.

Council was also concerned about the voice, priorities and needs of North Frontenac being heard throughout the County.

Council also discussed engaging the community in order to improve service to its citizens but pointed out that with about 2,500 permanent residents and 7,500 seasonal residents, that can be difficult.

It was noted that townhall meetings can be effective but turnout and participation are very influenced by topic.

Council also would like to see paramedicine offered to citizens, suggesting that approaching the province for funding might be a viable pursuit.

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eddie’s passions were cooking, volunteering, playing cards, music and dancing. He was a truly wonderful and caring person who loved to help others. He had a great sense of humor, especially if he was directing it at someone else, and his highly contagious laugh, once heard would never be forgotten. eddie had built many special friendships since moving to ardoch. they were always ready to help each other out. we are very grateful for these friends and everything they have done for eddie. at eddie’s request, there will be a celebration of life held on June 10, 2023 at: clar-Mill Hall, 6598 Buckshot Lake rd., plevna, ontario. from 1:00 p.m until 3:00 p.m. there will be alight lunch and entertainment provided. eddie spent many years volunteering here. in memory of eddie, please consider a donation to a food bank or a volunteer organization of your choice.

In Memory of Sheila Young November, 1949 – february 2014

In our home she is fondly remembered. Sweet memories cling to her name. Those who loved her in life sincerely Still love her in death just the same. remembered always the young family

They also brought up the idea of funding for Pine Meadow Nursing Home, saying that it’s difficult for North Frontenac residents to get into Fairmont Home. ■

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Tye went to be with our Lord, March 12, 1999 in a car accident.

Love bears all things, Believes all things, Hopes all things, Endures all things; Love never fails.

1 corinthians 13

Love remains regardless of time and distance. we love you tye.

Mom, Dad, Trish, Jeff & Abigail

Gordon Young

october 13, 1927 - March 14, 2010

The family chain is broken And nothing seems the same But as God calls us one by one The chain will link again. frances and family

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aPPliaNCE rEPair, 15 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851

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

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Cook (Rate of Pay: $21.74/hour)

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 Cook will take direction from the Lead Cook and prepare nutritious meals for our senior clientele, taking into consideration special dietary requirements and tight timelines. The Cook will use knowledge of commercial kitchens and safe food handling practices to perform duties accordingly. This is a part-time position (min. 14 hrs/ week) with potential for additional hours, based in Sydenham, ON.

Primary duties:

• Working for the Meals on Wheels program and preparing food for our deliveries, based on menus and instructions from the Lead Cook.

• Maintain a safe, healthy and clean kitchen that meets or exceeds KFL&A Public Health Inspection and Safe Food Handling requirements.

• Cook with, mentor and inspire kitchen volunteers.

Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www. sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

requirements:

- Cooking experience with demonstrated ability to read and follow recipes

- Willingness to take direction from Lead Cook

- Knowledge in the area of commercial kitchen equipment and regulations

- Knowledge of nutrition and special dietary requirements for seniors

- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently but also collaboratively with a diverse team

- Ability to remain calm and respectful under pressure

- Able to meet the physical demands of the role (e.g. standing, lifting up to 40lbs)

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.

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 Cook in the subject line by March 14, 2023.

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.

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Neighbours Concerned About Proposed Gravel Pit Near Wheelers

By Jeff Green

While there are numerous large Maple Syrup producers in North Frontenac and Lanark Highlands, the best known is Wheelers, on Highland Line near McDonalds Corners. That is because of the pancake house and maple syrup museum that has made ‘Wheelers’ a destination for locals and tourists during the maple season and throughout the year.

But there is more than the on-again, offagain maple syrup season concerning the Wheeler family, and other neighbouring property owners, this March.

A proposed new gravel quarry on a 51 acre parcel of land abutting the Wheeler property on one side, and Barber Lake on another, is coming forward to Lanark Highlands Council onTuesday March 14th, 6pm at the Lanark Highlands office, 75 George Street, Lanark Village for a public meeting, as part of a zoning amendment application by Cavanaugh Construction.

There are other pits in the vicinity, but there are differences with this application that have led to an organised opposition forming, and preparing to make submissions to the public meeting and perhaps to an appeal later on, whatever the outcome of the Township’s decision.

Employment opportunity

Public Works – Waste Sites/Shop

assistant

Seasonal (May – october)

The Township is seeking resumes for a vacant position from a highly motivated, experienced, hands-on person to join our municipal team as the Seasonal Public Works – Waste Sites/Shop Assistant. Working under the direction of the Public Works Foreman (PWF), the incumbent will assist the PWF with the maintenance and repair of Township vehicles / equipment, roads, grounds, facilities and Waste Sites.

The scale of the application is one of the concerns, a 1 million tonne annual limit and a proposed 24 hour a day operating window are two of the concerns, as is the impact on not only Barber Lake, but Long Sault Creek and downstream properties as well.

The property in question was originally the Duncan Family homestead, and was purchased by Crain’s Construction before being sold to Cavanaugh.

There are a number of environmental reports accompanying the application, including a traffic study, two water reports and two environmental studies.

Opponents point out, however, that the impact on natural values in the area of the pit, have not been considered, nor has the impact on the water table affecting both Barber Lake and Long Sault Creek, and on drinking wells at Wheelers and other neighbouring properties.

If the zoning application is approved, the Ministry of Natural Resources will still consider an application under the aggregate resources act.

Given the changes to planning rules stemming from Bill 23, which was just passed last fall by the provincial government, it is not entirely clear how the zoning application process will play out once Council decides to grant or refuse the application. Cavanaugh or the group that has sprung up to oppose the proposal, will likely appeal the decision depending on how it goes.

For further information go to https://www. lanarkhighlands.ca/lh-business/planning/ the-official-plan and click on Thomas Cavanaugh Construction Limited. ■

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The salary range is $22.66 - $26.66 per hour and the normal work week is 40 hours. Hours may vary; weekend work and overtime may be required to meet the job requirements.

A copy of the Role Description is available on the Township’s website at www.northfrontenac.com Township Services/Careers and Volunteering or at the Township Office.

For further information, please contact Darwyn Sproule, P.Eng, Public Works Manager at (613) 479-2231 ext. 230 or email publicworks@northfrontenac.ca

Information gathered relative to this position is done so in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will only be used for candidate selection purposes. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township is an equal opportunity employer. We would be pleased to provide accommodations, upon request, throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation.

Please apply with a detailed resume by Noon local time on March 23, 2023

clearly marked “Confidential – Public Works Seasonal” to Corey Klatt, Dipl.M.A., Chief Administrative Officer

Township of North Frontenac

6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON K0H 2M0

Phone: (613) 479-2231 Ext. 221

Fax: (613) 479-2352

E-mail: cao@northfrontenac.ca

TOWNSHIP OF C ENT r A l Fr ONTENAC rEQuESt For QuotatioN

Oso Hall – Refinish Floors

ISSUED: Mar. 03, 2023

CLOSING: Mar. 22, 2023

TENDER DOCUMENTS: Available at Township Office or by email.

Quote shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked “Oso HallRefinish Floors “. The proponent shall provide their company name, address and contact information on the envelope, and deliver it to the Township municipal office located at:

township of Central Frontenac

P.o. Box 89 1084 Elizabeth Street

Sharbot lake, ontario K0H 2P0

attention: andy dillon, Manager of development Services

the Submission deadline is 3:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday March 22, 2023. Quotes received later than the stated date and time will be returned to the proponent unopened.

The Township of Central Frontenac reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes received in response to this RFQ. The Township of Central Frontenac is under no obligation proceeding with the RFQ or any portion thereof.

Submissions will be open in public at the Municipal office at 3:05 p.m. local time

For more information contact terry asselstine tasselstine@centralfrontenac. com 613-279-2935 x 245.

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Thursday March 9

SydENHaM - SydENHaM CaNada day

CElEBratioN CoMMittEE MEEtiNG 7-9pm. Sydenham Public Library. Looking for volunteers to make 2023 a success! Everyone welcome.

Friday March 10

SHarBot laKE - SHarBot laKE lEGioN

SuPPEr 5:30pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Ham & Scallop Potatoes. $17. Legion opens at 3pm.

CloyNE - FaMily MoViE NiGHt 7pm. Barrie Hall. ‘League of Superpets’ Concession stand open for movie snacks.

Saturday March 11

KiNGStoN - SEEdy Saturday 10am-2pm. St. Luke’s Church. Seed swap table, local seed vendors & more!

CloyNE - FuNdraiSEr For laNd o’

laKES rESCuE PEttiNG FarM 11am2pm. Hunter’s Creek Golf Course. Hayrides with pizza or hotdog lunch (adults $20.50 kids

$16.50)

oMPaH - 2Nd aNNual oMPaH SNoW StoMP daNCE 4:30-5:30pm. Ompah Hall. Park at the rest stop. Refreshments available. Info Liz 613-806-4745

HarroWSMitH - EuCHrE NiGHt 7pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. Entry fee $7 for non members, $5 members. Info harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com. Join the fun!

Sunday March 12

HarroWSMitH - old tiME FiddlErS & oPEN MiKE 1-5pm Second Sunday of every month. Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall. Followed by dinner, please bring a dessert to share, cost $12. info 613-372-2410

ardEN - BaKE SalE 2-5pm. Arden Legion. Hosted by Shirley Swanton. To donate baked good or info 705-821-1965

Tuesday March 14

dENBiGH - BiNGo 7:30am. Denbigh/Griffith

Lions Club. Doors open at 6:30.

oNliNE - SaFE Food HaNdliNG PrEP CourSE 6:30-8pm. Zoom Meeting. Prepare for Safe Food Handling exam. Course does not include certification. 4 sessions, runs until April 4. Register 613-279-2499 or info@ncalc.ca

Wednesday March 15

SHarBot laKE - lENtEN luNCH 12pm. Sharbot Lake United Church. Reverend Shelley Roberts will speak, followed by soup and crackers, proceeds to the North Frontenac Food Bank

SydENHaM - CarEGiVEr SuPPort

GrouP 1:30-3pm. Sydenham Public Library. Living with Alzheimer’s / Dementia

VEroNa - MarCH BrEaK CarNiVal day 2pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. Ball hockey, carnival games, hot dog supper & more! Free event, donations accepted. Canteen open, items $1.

oMPaH - BirtHday BaSH Pot luCK

diNNEr 6pm. Ompah Hall. Bring a dish to share, all welcome.

Thursday March 16

CloyNE - BaBySittiNG CourSE 9am3:30pm. Barrie Hall. Ages 11 & up. Bring lunch & snacks. Cost $45. Info 613-279-3151 x 305.

oNliNE - GEt GroWiNG 9:30-11am. Zoom

Meeting. A course for NEW gardeners. 6 sessions, runs until April 20. Register 613-2792499 or info@ncalc.ca

Friday March 17

SydENHaM - St. Paddy’S EVENt Sydenham

Legion. Details TBA

PlEVNa - NEW liBrary Card lauNCH

11am-12pm. Plevna Library. Get a limited edition card and meet the friendly library

T-Rex.

ardEN - St. PatriCK’S day diNNEr 5-7pm. Arden Legion. Stew & Shepherd’s Pie, $20. Tickets available at Legion, C4, Finnegan’s. Info Mitch 613-200-7967 or mitchelaufman@ gmail.com

SHarBot laKE - SHarBot laKE lEGioN

SuPPEr 5:30pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Irish Stew & Biscuits. $17, Legion opens at 3pm. HarroWSMitH - St. Patty’S day WitH

JEFF CodE 7-11pm. Golden Links Hall. Cost $20. Late night snack provided. Info 613-3722410 HarroWSMitH - St. PatriCK’S day

CElEBratioN 7:30-11pm. Harrowsmith

Social & Athletic Club. Green beer & Karaoke. Cash bar. $5 entry. Info harrowsmithsanda@ gmail.com

Saturday March 18

ardEN - St. Pat’S day BrEaKFaSt 8-11am. Arden United Church. Egg & ham sandwiches & more! Free will offering gratefully accepted. SoutH FroNtENaC - MarCH BrEaK traCKS & traCES 10am-3pm. Wintergreen Studios. Join us for a day of winter adventure! FREE event, all welcome. Warm beverages provided.

dENBiGH - lEGo & K’NEX day 10-11am. Denbigh Library. Call to register 613-333-1426 oldE tyME FiddlErS 1-5pm Third Saturday of every month. Admission $5, Entertainers $2.

All welcome, refreshments available. Info Marie 613-336-2557

dENBiGH - St. PatriCK’S day diNNEr 5-7pm. Denbigh Community Hall. Homemade traditional meal of Irish Stew, bun & dessert. $12, kids under 8 $8. Live music!

Sunday March 19

HarroWSMitH - taKE-out BEEF diNNEr Golden Links Hall. Advance tickets only, cut off date March 15, cost $20. Info 613-372-2410

SoutH FroNtENaC - SPriNG EQuiNoX laByriNtH WalK 1-3pm. Wintergreen Studios. Guided walking meditation & deepen the process of reflection. Event is by donation and open to all. Light snacks & beverages provided.

Monday March 20

CloyNE - CloyNE & diStriCt HiStoriCal

SoCiEty MEEtiNG 1pm. Barrie Hall. Never before seen interview with Jim Smart entitled ‘Memories of Camp Mazinaw’ will be shown. All welcome!

Tuesday March 21

oNliNE - uSiNG your iPad/iPHoNE 9:3011:30am. Zoom Meeting. Learn hot to safely use the internet, connect online, store phots & more! 6 sessions, runs until April 25. Register 613-279-2499 or info@ncalc.ca

Wednesday March 22

oMPaH - CoMMuNity CaFE 11am. Ompah Hall. Presentation on Wills & Power of Attorney. Soup and social to follow. 60+ Info Juana 613279-3151 x 106 or juanag@rfcs.ca

ParHaM - lENtEN luNCH 12pm. Parham

Free Methodist Church. Pastor Ken Walton to speak, followed by soup and crackers

SydENHaM - PaiNtiNG WorKSHoP

1-3pm. Sydenham Legion. Bring a photo hat says home to you 55+ beginner to experienced welcome. Materials provided with $5 donation. Pre-registration required. Info Denzel 613-3766477 x 310 or denzel.maradza@sfcsc.ca

Connected Communities Project Comes To South Frontenac

Last week, two groups of people met to discuss the upcoming launch of a pilot project in South Frontenac, at information gathering sessions used to determine what makes the Frontenacs, even though rural, a strong community. Those who were curious, headed over to the Grace Centre and listened to a brief presentation on the overlying ‘model’, and then groups broke out to smaller tables to begin brainstorming. Connected Communities is “all about linking local people with local re-

sources to help them stay healthier and longer in their own homes,” is how David Townsend, former Director at SFCSC, explained the concept when we spoke earlier in the week. “How do we connect better in the community, and how do we share the knowledge?” He is working with Kate Kristiansen on the project and they are aligning themselves with a model that has been used in Mendip, England and is showing signs of success. Emergency room visits dropped 17% on average within connected communities.

Kate noted that “this is the first pilot project of its kind in all of Ontario. South Frontenac is going to be a blueprint for other communities. During the research gathering we are looking to uncover all the activities and connections that makes this a connected and spirited community”.

Within the groups there were local business owners, volunteers, teachers, city employees, and residents,

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each offering up ideas on what makes Frontenac a great place to live. South Frontenac township has stepped up and begun the arduous process of merging the many databases with pieces of information from multiple sources, and it is hoping to house the information linked on their main page. Anyone would be able to click to the website and search for a needed service and also submit a suggestion for one, if it is missing. The plan is to launch a beta-test by the end of March, and then continue to fine-tune the content for ease of accessibility and search features.

Kate stated that “we may be rural and not see our neighbours as much, but we truly are a caring connected community”.

If you would like more information or would like to be a ‘connector’ you can email hummingbirdmktg@gmail. com.

Bob & Christine Teal Honoured by Lions

On February 25th, District #4 Recreation Committee held a Chinese Dinner and Quarter Auction, the first since the COVID pandemic. The hall was packed, tickets sold out in record time, with people eager to participate in this fundraiser. Right after a delicious dinner, Lion Dave Hansen took the stage. In recognition of Dave’s 50 years of Lion Club Service an award was established in his honour in 2016, the Sharbot Lake and District Lions Club Community Service Award, to recognize volunteers for their dedication and commitment to the betterment of their community.

Much to their surprise, Dave presented the award to the 2023 recipients Christine and Bob Teal adding them to a prestigious group of people, including Jim MacPher-

son, Marcel Giroux, Bill Bowick, John and Irlene Lee. Christine and Bob are dedicated long-standing members of District #4 Recreation Committee, currently serving as Treasurer and President, as well as being actively involved in Central Frontenac Minor Softball and other various organizations throughout the years.

Christine, speaking for both volunteers, thanked Dave for the honour and stated they are proud to be part of an incredible group of people.“Giving back to the community in which we both grew up in and have raised our family is something we love to do.’’

Christine also mentioned the great role models they have and feel fortunate to work with a hardworking and committed group of volunteers in the Recreation Committee. Thank you Christine and Bob for all that you selflessly do for our community and as many have stated it is a very well deserved recognition. ■

TOWNSHIP OF SO u TH F r ONTENAC

New S & Publ I c N OTI ce S

Official Plan Open Houses

We’ve now posted the second draft of the Official Plan on our public engagement site, engagefrontenac.ca. The Official Plan is a key document that guides growth and development in the Township. We’ll be hosting a series of Open Houses and Public Meetings this spring for the public to learn more about what’s in the Official Plan and to share feedback. See the ad below for dates and times, and plan to attend.

Verona Housing Plan Water and Wastewater Servicing Study Open House

The Verona Housing Master Plan outlines the strategic direction for a municipally-led mixed housing development in the village of Verona. The plan will allow for a mix of housing types with a focus on seniors and affordable housing. The Township is moving forward with the next phase of the project which includes a study to assess various communal water and wastewater servicing options which are critical for the development of the site and approval of the plan. Watch for details on an Open House this spring where members of the public can learn more about the study or see the project page on engagefrontenac.ca.

By-Law Enforcement and Short-term Rentals Survey

We are asking all residents to take a short, 5-minute survey about by-law enforcement and the regulation of short-term rentals in the Township. Please take the survey by March 31 at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SFbylaw.

Reduced Loads on Township Roads Now in Effect to April 30, 2023

Due to current weather and road conditions, all roads within South Frontenac are subject to restricted loads effective immediately to April 30, 2023. Loads should not exceed 5,000 kilograms. This affects all roads in South Frontenac except for Wilton Road, Yarker Road, Road 38, Bellrock Road, Harrowsmith Road, Rutledge Road, Sydenham Road, Perth Road, Battersea Road, Sunbury Road, Moreland-Dixon Road.

Apply for a 2023 Community Grant Applications for the Community Project Grant Program are now being accepted. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until March 31, 2023. For more information see www.southfrontenac.net/grants/.

March Break Public Skating

THINGS TO DO

Free public skating continues until the end of March on Wednesdays from 9-10:30 am and Sundays from noon to 1:20 p.m. at the Frontenac Community Arena. The arena is also offering public skating on these days during March break— admission is a donation to the Food Bank:

• Tuesday March 14, 12 pm – 2 pm

• Wednesday March 15, 9 – 10:30 am

• Friday March 17, 12 pm – 2 pm

Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair

South Frontenac service clubs, sport leagues, teams, and community associations are invited to participate in the upcoming Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair on March 25 from 10 am – 2 pm at the Storrington Centre in Sunbury. Plan to stop by this free fair to learn about all the different sports and leisure activities happening in South Frontenac. For more information and to save your spot, email recsupport@southfrontenac.net or call 613-453-6846.

2023 Swim & Day Camp Registration

Our Swim & Camp program is a place where children and youth belong, grow, thrive, and lead. 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. Our camps are hosted at The Point in Sydenham and Gilmour’s Point in Battersea in July and August. Registration will be open online on March 20, 2023. See our website for more information.

lIVING HeRe

Interim Tax Notices Due March 31, 2023

Interim Tax Notices are now in the mail and due March 31. If you have not received your Interim Tax Notice by March 13, 2023, contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 x2200 or by email at taxes@southfrontenac.net.

2023 Dog Tags

Early bird pricing for 2023 dog tags is now over. The cost per tag is $30. You can purchase tags at our 4432 George Street office.

Winter Road Restrictions Still in Effect

Just a reminder, there is no parking on Township roads and village streets from 12 midnight to 7 am until March 31, 2023.

Household Hazardous Waste Depot Hours

The Household Hazardous Waste Depot located at 2491 Keeley Rd in Sydenham will be open March 9 and 23 from 3 pm

7 pm. You can find a full list of what materials are accepted on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste.

Booking a Hall

Planning an event and interested in booking one of our halls? Check out our facilities at southfrontenac.net/halls or email bookings@southfrontenac.net for more information. Our newly renovated Storrington Centre is now available for bookings, with a maximum capacity of 250. We also list non-Township owned community-owned halls on our website for your convenience.

TOwN HAll

Job Opportunities

• Summer Students: We’re hiring summer students and have extended the deadline for several positions including lifeguards and swim instructors. We’ll reimburse successful candidates for swim certifications.

• Facilities Technologist: #23-07-PS For details on all current open positions including salary and job descriptions, see www.southfrontenac.net/careers/.

Bids and Tenders

• PS-2023-03 – Reconstruction of Sunbury Road, Phase 1

• PS-2023-04 – Traffic Sign Inventory and Retro-Reflectivity Testing

• PS-2023-09 – Cleaning of Catch Basins and Maintenance Holes

• PS-2023-10 – Multi-Year Crack Sealing of Roads Program

• PS-2023-12 – 2023 Surface Treatment Program

• CS-2023-01 – Consulting Services Strategic Plan

Proposal documents for the above tenders must be received by 1:00 pm, March 22, 2023.

• PS-P01-2023 – Preliminary Design Services for Reconstruction of Road 38 (Murton Rd to Kingston Rd). Proposal documents must be received by 1:00 pm, April 5, 2023.

Official forms can be downloaded from www.biddingo.com/southfrontenac.

Upcoming Meetings

• March 9, 2023 – Committee of Adjustment – 7 pm

• March 14, 2023 – Committee of the Whole – 7 pm

• March 21, 2023 – Council – 7 pm

• March 23, 2023 – Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee – 6 pm

How to Participate

Public meetings take place in person or on Zoom (computer and telephone) and streamed live on our Facebook page @ SouthFrontenacTwp. Go to the Events Calendar on our website for the link to register. If you want to attend the meeting in person, please email jthompson@southfrontenac.net before noon on the day of the meeting to confirm if space is available.

Lion Dave Hansen presents the award to Bob and Christine Teal.

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North Frontenac Remembers Ed Schlievert

Rhonda Watkins N orth Frontenac lost a beloved community member, Ed Schlievert, on Tuesday February 21st.

Settling in Ardoch back in 1995, he is remembered by many for his restaurant; Ed's Place. Where so many of our community gathered to enjoy his cooking and company. He made a delicious burger and always had a deck of cards ready for a game of Euchre. I remember when I first visited his restaurant and mentioned I liked orange sherbet, wouldn't you know the next time I visited, there it was in his freezer, so thoughtful. His corn roasts were so fun and Sunday morning breakfasts never disappointed.

He was always up for a night out at bingo or listening to some old time Country Music with friends. Our retired mail lady Polly shared a touch-

ing memory of Ed blow drying her boots for her in the winter so her feet wouldn't be so cold during her mail route. This was Ed, he would treat you like family and help out where he saw a need.

Another community member; Marilyn Dunham shared with me that Ed was one of the nicest and giving people she knew. She worked with Ed through the hall for many years and they shared lots of laughs and if anything needed to be done, he was always first in line to get to it. She was terrified of mice and when she would call him up, he would always come to her rescue. He never accept-

ed payment, only a thank you was all he needed.

I remember when the Fire Ladies Auxiliary disbanded in the early 2000's, Ed suggested organizing the community volunteers. I still remember him saying there was a need for it and he was right. There were so many events that the community volunteers organized, such as; funeral luncheons, Jack's Jams and Easter Egg Hunts. He was always very supportive when someone came to him with an idea.

The Clar-Mill Hall was so important to him. Anybody that planned any event there, would have talked to Ed for one rea-

son or another. If you couldn't find something at the hall, he would be your go to guy.

Ed made many friends that became family to him here in our community and he will be greatly missed by so many of us. Rest in peace, dear friend.

For those of us that would like to remember our friend Ed, there will be a Celebration of Life for him held on Sat June 10th at the Clar-Mill Hall from 1pm-3pm. ■