Addington Highlands Changing To Bag Tags

From Logo Garbage Bags

Addington Highlands Council accepted the recommendation of its Waste Management/Diversion Working Group to transition to bag tags from logo bags at its regular meeting May 16 in Denbigh.

Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch, who also chairs the waste working group, said that the move will save the Township about $14,000 annually.

“The Township buys about 75,000 bags annually,” he said. “That costs $16,875 or $0.23 per bag.

“The tags cost about $0.04 per tag or about $2,800 annually, meaning we will save about 73-74 per cent annually.”

He said residents will still be compensated for bringing bags of metal/plastic recycling but now they will get a bag tag instead of a clear plastic logo bag.

He said that the new bag tag process should be ready to go by Sept. 1, 2023 and tags will cost $2 each.

“We have to use up our stock of logo bags before we start issuing tags,” he said. “But if residents have a stockpile of logo bags, they can continue to use them until they’ve used all they have.

“There’s no time limit on them.”

Coun. Helen Yanch pointed out that while the Township may be saving money on the plan, that won’t translate directly for ratepayers as residents will have to buy their own bags.

By Craig Bakay

“I’m not really sold on the idea,” Yanch said. “And I’ve had emails from people saying they’re fine with the way things are.

“Residents will still have to find and buy bags.”

CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Christine Reed said they Township has had complaints about the logo bags with residents saying the bags don’t fit their containers.

When the transitioning is complete, residents will have to provide clear (or relatively clear) plastic bags 25” X 36” for their garbage. In the case where something won’t fit in that size bag, larger bags can be used but will require two bag tags.

Yanch was the lone ‘no’ vote on recommendation, dusty Roads

When Coun. Ken Hook reported he’d received calls about dusty roads, CAO/ Clerk-Treasurer Christine Reed said while there are plans to put calcium chloride down on Township roads, it can’t be done just yet because of ministry regulations pertaining to turtles and their eggs at certain times of the year.

Council Meeting T

Beginning with the July 4 meeting, all Addington Highlands meetings will be at 1 p.m., and alternate between Flinton and Denbigh.

Coun. Ken Hook argued that any financial implications of having staff stay late should be a major factor but Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch responded that staff don’t get overtime, rather being compensated with time off in lieu.

Fritsch said that while he favoured winter meetings being in the day time, he tried to propose some hybrid blend of day and evening meetings during the summer for both Flinton and Denbigh.

Coun. Helen Yanch said she favoured all meetings being at the same time as did Coun. Kirby Thompson.

“People can get mixed up as to when meetings are,” he said. “And sometimes staff may have to put in 18 hours — that’s a long day.”

Council was in agreement that not many people show up to Council meetings anyways and that the decision to leave meetings up on YouTube for a year was a good one as viewership numbers are quite strong.

Fritsch was that lone vote against all meetings being at 1 p.m.

ATVs VS Snowmobiles

Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch noted that there was “quite the debate” at a recent meeting of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance meeting.

“ATVs and snowmobiles are deeply divided,” Fritsch said. “I hope they can find a way to work together.”

Age Friendly Community

Council approved the creation of a steering committee and announced they are seeking interested community members to participate in said committee to identify community stakeholders and investigate steps required to become an age friendly community. They are looking for two community members from each ward.

Flinton Road

Construction work has begun on Flinton Road and will continue all summer. Ditching on Hartsmere Road is progressing but was put on hold until culvert washout repairs on Ashby Lake Road could be completed. Load restrictions on area roads were lifted May. 8 ■

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Community Grants Approved By South Frontenac Council

Battersea United Church - Capital Purchase of lightweight collapsible tables$1,500

Bellrock Community Hall - Capital Building Upgrades (Eavestrough & Downpipes, Sand & Paint Bathroom, Install Hose Bib Connection, Install Existing Patio Door) $5,000 (pending)

Frontenac County Plowmen’s Association Sponsorship 2023 Frontenac County Plowing Match $1,500

Frontenac Farmers Market Sponsorship Market Revitalization $2,500

Frontenac Society of Model Engineers Capital Additional passenger car, improvements to storage facility - $3,780

Loughborough Firefighters Association Sponsorship 2023 Sydenham Santa Claus Parade - $2,000

New Leaf Link (NeLL) Sponsorship NeLL Open Houses - $2,197

South Frontenac Museum Society Operating (Expanded Programs) Cataloguing Assistant - $2,500

South Frontenac Stocksport Club Sponsorship America’s Cup Stocksport Event flags, podium, sound system rental - $2,500

Storrington Lions Club Capital Accessible Door and ramp installation$5,000

Sydenham Lake Canoe Club Capital Shelter Tents - $918

Wintergreen Studios Capital Building Sustainable Cabin - Demonstration Site - $5,000

Total $34,950

COMMUNITY REPORTERS (613)

Arden Wanda Harrison 335-3186

Battersea / Storrington Amanda Pantrey

Cloyne / Northbrook Stephanie Regent

Denbigh Gail Fritsch

Godfrey Kelli McRobert

Harrowsmith Gregg Hamelin

Henderson Jean Brown

353-6653

613-333-2224

613-376-6665

336-2516

Inverary Judy Borovskis 353-1768

Maberly-Bolingbroke Karen Prytula

Mississippi Pearl Killingbeck

Parham-Tichborne ........Colleen Steele

Teal

Perth Road Peter Bird

Plevna Rhonda Watkins

Sydenham Karen Brawley

Verona Debbie Lingen

Verona

Debbie Lingen

353-7303

613-264-5325

376-9848 debbie@lingens.com

The Friends of Arden are looking for volunteers to water the • flowers at the Arden Sign, once per week. If you have some spare time and want to help, please contact Judy Kennedy at 613-335-3606. I know she would appreciate the help!

The Arden Legion is holding a Blind Draw dart tournament, • Saturday, June 3. Registration is 10am to 10:45am and the tournament begins at 11am. Breakfast and Lunch is available to all, players and observers.

The Henderson Hall will host a yard sale Saturday, June 10, • and Saturday, June 24 8am to 12 noon. If you would like to donate any gently used items, please get in touch with Sheila at 613-336-2467.

The Kennebec Recreation Committee will be hosting a Spa- • ghetti Dinner and Quarter Auction Saturday June 3, 5pm at the Kennebec Community Centre. All of the proceeds of your free will enable the continuation of the building of the new Kennebec Sports Centre.

Nice to see all those gardens being planted and the arrival • of the dragonflies!!

B ATTERSEA /S TORRINGTON

Amanda Pantrey 613-353-6653 amandapantrey@outlook.com als locally grown by their members, hostas are their speciality. They will also have 4 varieties of tomato plants for sale and some other vegetables and herbs. Please come and support the Garden Club to help them maintain the many projects they take care of in our community.

The Lions Club of LOL hope you have had a chance to see • their fence decorated with over 250 hand painted cut out puppies. These were all done by the NAEC students in preparation for the Dog Guide Walk this Sunday May 28th. Registration starts at 9am. Lots of activities including bouncy castle, treat bags, prizes for best dressed, and best trick. The Lions canteen tent will be open with lots of yummy treats. The event goes until 1pm.

Saturday June 3rd, marks the Grand Opening of the • Northbrook Lions Farmers Market 10-1pm. Opening day celebrations include lots of vendors, live music, kids activities, canteen tent and free cupcakes! We are excited for our third season. Come check us out!

DENBIGH & VENNACHAR

Gail Fritsch

613-333-2224 tonygailfritsch@sympatico.ca

Bellrock Hall is open Wednesdays for Community Drop in.

• Lots of activities available, canteen and light lunch available. 10 to 4pm.

Don and Linda's Garden Market is on Saturdays all

• summer from 9am to 1pm, 4309 Maple Dr. Providing local produce, pick and pull garden. goodwolf@sympatico.ca

Before you head out for your busy summer, join South Frontenac

Township for the Summer Kickoff Music Festival! The music festival will be at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith on Saturday, May 27th from 4pm to 10pm. The event will be a true celebration of local talent and artistry, bringing together masters of their craft in the music, food, and drink industries here in our region. Admission is FREE thanks to generous local sponsors.

South Frontenac Community Services are holding their 13th

• Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, June 2 at 12:30pm. Location the Rivendell Golf Club. New Golfers welcome. Contact Chelsea Thomas at SFCSC for info or to register 613-3766477 ext 308 or chelsea.thomas@sfscs.ca This event will support seniors programs serving South Frontenac and rural Kingston.

South Frontenac Museums presents Treasures in the Attic • on Saturday, June 3 from 10am to 5pm. Location: the Verona Lion Club, entry by donation. Bring your treasures, one of a kind finds and family heirlooms. Assessors will be there to shine new light on our antiques.

This session's final Women's Luncheon will be held on Tues- • day, June 6 at 12:30pm at MOM Restaurant. New women are always welcome. Please call 613-374-2703 by June 3 to register. At this luncheon an evaluation will be completed. Participants will be asked to give feedback about the format, location, and time including when should Fall Luncheons start up again and if additional components should be added.

Arden

Wanda Harrison

613-335-3186 wmharrison070@gmail.com

With Saturday’s all-day rain, the Annual Victoria Day Fire- • works were postponed to Sunday at Dusk. The crowd was boisterous and the display was fabulous. The Kennebec Recreation Committee would like to thank all who attended and those who volunteered to make the evening possible.

Why do flowers always drive so fast? They put the petal to • the metal.

Volunteers are wanted for the South Frontenac Summer • Kickoff Music Festival taking place on May 27th from 4:00 pm –10:00 pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. There are lots of opportunities to help out. These events simply cannot happen without a team of volunteers. Consider lending a hand! Email recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information and to get involved.

Battersea United Church is hosting a children’s thrift sale this • Saturday, May 27th from 10am – 2pm. Admission is $2 and a donation to the foodbank. Volunteers and vendors, please contact Emily at emily.reid93@outlook.com.

Back to Health Massage & Wellness is hosting their Grand • Re-Opening Event at their new location at 3810 Perth Road in Inverary! Check them out on Sunday, May 28th from 10am –3pm for homemade cupcakes, giveaways and draws, and a photo op with mascot and mini horse Thunder. Congrats to Allison and the team for getting into their new location – You don’t have to go to town for quality wellness and care! Check them out for your health and wellness needs.

Catch the Good Lovelies at Leopard Frog Barn Concerts at • 7 pm on May 28. Tickets are $35 pp and can be purchased at leopardfrogfarm@gmail.com

The South Frontenac Museum Society presents “Treasures • in the Attic” on Sat. June 3 from 10-3 at the Verona Lions Hall. Bring your treasures to be assessed by our team. Entry by donation.

The Four Rivers Cluster Youth Group is partnering with K’s • Kottage to host a free Puppet Making event for youth 10 and older (parental assistance required for those under 10 years old) from 10 am to noon on June 3rd at Battersea United Church. RSVP to Reverend Heather by May 27th at heathermclurg@ hotmail.com.

Soulful Singing is hosted at Donna Wood’s house on the • fourth Tuesday of every month from May – August at 7pm. If its raining or the bugs are outrageous, the event will happen inside, otherwise enjoy an outdoor singing experience complete with fires, fireflies, and the whippoorwills. Cost to participate is $10 and free for your first time. Please connect with Donna to RSVP, ask questions, or get directions at wooddhouse@gmail. com or call 613-353-2889.

The Sydenham High School 150th reunion committee is • hosting a vendor market on June 10th at The Point Park in support of the reunion happening in August. They will also have over 50 vendors and will be accepting alcohol bottles and cans for a bottle return drive at the vendor market.

ClOyNE - N ORTHBROO k

Stephanie Regent finnegansgs@gmail.com

The Land O’ Lakes Garden Club will be holding its Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 27th at Janis St Johns garden, 1444 #506, starting at 9am. They will have lots of perenni-

A Plant Sale and Market will be held at the Matawatchan Hall on Saturday May 27 from 10am to 1pm. There will be bedding plants, perennials, honey, preserves and baked goods. You can also have coffee, tea and lunch (soup and bun). New vendors are always welcome. Please contact Gitte to book a $5.00 table 613-318-8308, 343-988-8308 or brigittec88@ gmail.com.

Denbigh Diners: Land O’ Lands Community Services will • be hosting Diners at the Denbigh Hall on Monday, June 5 at Noon. Lunch will be a BBQ, salads and dessert. Everyone is welcome. Betty will be calling everyone by Tuesday the week before.

Mark your calendar as the Denbigh Griffith Lions Club is celebrating 25 years of service to the community. They invite you to join them on Saturday, June 17 from 3 to 7pm at the Lions Hall in Griffith. There will be a free BBQ for everyone to enjoy. See you there.

GODFREy

Kelli McRobert kattgrrrl@gmail.com

Frontenac Farmers Market is now open from 3-7pm Fridays

• at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith.

• sale at the Sydenham High football field.

June 10th, 10-3pm, SHS 150th Reunion is holding a vendor

South Frontenac is still looking for voulunteers for the Music

• Festival event at 4500 Centennial Park Road, Harrowsmith on May 27. There are two shifts 3pm – 7pm and 7pm – 11pm. We need help with: Parking (adults preferred for safety), welcome crew (gates), fire pit monitors, kids zone helpers. Contact Amanda Pantrey at SF Township 613-376-3027 ext. 4447. This session’s final Women’s Luncheon will be held on Tues-

• day, June 6 at 12:30pm at MOM Restaurant, Verona. New women are always welcome. Please call 613-374-2703 by June 3 to register.

At this luncheon, an evaluation will be completed. Partici-

• pants will be asked to give feedback about the format, location, and time including when Fall Luncheons should start up again and if additional components should be added. We hope you will join us!

Two pickleball sessions remain for this month: May 29th, 10am-12pm, Skill Improvement for those looking to improve their game, and May 29th, 5:30-7:30pm for Introduction to Pickleball -all equipment provided. Call 613-374-5662 to register, spaces are limited.

Hartington Car Wash now has Tap (credit cards & debit) and • Wash options for the car wash bays on Hwy 38.

The Township of Central Frontenac has made the difficult de- • cision to cancel the 2023 Swim Program due to a lack of swim instructors.

Central Frontenac has offered the popular Swim Program for • over 20 years. The program has been running annually and has become a tradition for many Central Frontenac families. Programs like this support local youth by providing summer • employment opportunities, however due to little interest in the summer swim instructor positions a decision was made to cancel the program for 2023.

Refunds will be issued for 2023 Swim Program Registra-

• tions.

Condolences to the friends and family of Mel Martin from

• Holleford, he was a member of the Cole Lake congregation, and his service this past week was well attended by those who knew and loved him..

H Arrowsmith

Gregg Hamelin

613-376-6665 ghamelin3585@gmail.com

The Harrowsmith Beautification Committee places five (5)

• by three foot high planters out in the village each year. One at each end and three (3) in the middle of town. These were stored by the Township over the winter and were placed in their assigned locations by May 10. On Saturday, May 13, the Committee went to plant flowers in each and found that two (2) of them in the centre of town are missing. Each planter has a plaque on it indicating it was donated by Gilmour's on Hwy 38. If you know of anyone who picked these up or have seen them on other than the main street in Harrowsmith please contact the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) at 888-310-1122.

Saturday, May 27, 2023 TAKE OUT Mud Cat Fish Fry, Golden wee newcomer who was 3 days old at the time!

• Links Hall Harrowsmith, Advance tickets only with a purchase CUT OFF date of Wednesday, May 24. Cost is $20.00. Tickets are available at the gas stations in Sydenham, Harrowsmith, Hartington and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For information call 613-372-2410.

Children’s Thrift Sale May 27th from 10 – 2 at Battersea Unit-

• ed Church. Half price bargain sale from 1:30-2. Admission is $2 plus a donation for the Food Bank.

Summer Music Festival in South Frontenac kicks off on May

• 27th in Centennial Park, Harrowsmith. Enjoy a line-up of talented musicians from 4 to 10pm. Also on site will be Harrowsmith Brewing Co., K&P Brewery, The Local Brewery and Auralis Botanical Brewing Co. (non-alcoholic refreshments), plus local foods to enjoy. Future concerts are June 24, July 29 and August 19 at various locations.

The Good Lovelies in concert at Leopard Frog Barn on May • 28th at 7pm. Cost is $35.00. To reserve, email: leopardfrogfarm@gmail.com. Located at 4587 Kauffmann Lane, Battersea.

Grand-Opening! Back to Health Massage & Wellness invites • the community to drop in on May 28th from 10am to 3pm. to meet the team and see the facility. (next door to the Cookery).

It has grown with a Chiropractor, Personal Trainer and Holistic Health Coach AND meet Thunder, their new Mascot! Enjoy cupcakes, free giveaways and enter the draw for one of 3 gift baskets. Thunder will be available for photo-ops!

Next Community Food Bank Drive will be Friday, June 2nd from 1-5 at the Lion’s Hall. Needed – hygiene products, cereal, crackers, bread, dairy products, meat, fruit & vegetables (canned, frozen or fresh).

“Treasurer in the Attic” presented by The South Frontenac

• Museum on Saturday, June 3rd from 10 -3:00 pm. at the Verona Lion’s Hall. Bring your treasures to be assessed by our team. Entry by donation.

“Real Country” (formerly Red Rose Express) Saturday, May 27 – Doors Open at 6:30pm. Music starts at 7pm. Advance tickets $20 pp. Cash Bar. More info: https://abchall.ca/country-musicdance/

Saturday, June 3 – LOBSTERFEST The ABC Hall’s biggest, • most popular fundraiser of the year! Advance tickets $65 pp. Take-out or Dine-In. Cash bar. 50/50 Raffle tickets, too. For details: https://abchall.ca/lobsterfest-2023/

Tay Valley Soccer VOLUNTEERS – A great number of lo-

• cal citizens have turned out to VOLUNTEER for the Tay Valley Soccer Program. It is nice to know there are so many people willing to give their time to our community. Thank you to: Jason Adams · Nickolas Besserer-LeBouthillier · Yesly Bonte · Laticia

Card · Steven Card · Tenzin Chu · Brandon Cinkant · Austen Cinkant · Dayna Clark · Shana Cook · Joel Doupe · Damon Ferrier · Mark Furlong · Chris George · Andrew Graham · Kyla Harry · Richard Hutton · Alexandra Jordan · Kaitlin Mitchell · Sean Mitchell · Kerrsten Norwood · Melissa Pickering · Allison Pierman · Nicholas Playfair · Rick Potoma · Danielle Prophet · Dennis Riggs · Bryan Scott · Simon Van Wingerden · Mitchell Waugh · Hannah Williamson · Aaron Williamson.

Let’s Communicate … Archives Lanark is creating a “Friends

• of the Archives” mailing list! When we have news or events we would like to share with like-minded individuals, we certainly don’t want anyone to miss out. If you would like to join this group, please email info@archiveslanark.ca and we will make sure your email is included so you are always “up to date.”/

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Saturday, May 27, 2023 the South Frontenac Summer Kick-

• off Music Festival at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith will be held from 4 to 10pm. Email recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information. PLEASE NOTE THAT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO MAKE THIS EVENT A SUCCESS ---> use the same email.

Saturday, June 03, 2023 the South Frontenac Museum So- • ciety presents "Treasures in the Attic" from 10am to 3pm at the Verona Lions Hall. Bring your treasures to be assessed by our onsite team. Entry is by donation to the museum.

Tuesday, June 06, 2023 the final Luncheon of the Women's • Ministries will be held at the MOM Restaurant in verona. New women are welcome. Please call 613-374-2703 by June 03 to register. At this luncheon an evaluation will be completed. Participants will be asked to give feedback on the format, location and time, including when Fall Luncheons should start up again and if additional components should be added.

Friday, June 16, 2023 the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for • all Southern Frontenac Community Services Supporters will be held at the Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road. Scheduled for the morning (details to follow). For more information contact Executive Director, Ken Foster, at 613-376-6477 ext 301 or ken.foster@sfcsc.ca.

Henderson

Jean Brown

613-336-2516

Our Pine Meadow people celebrated Mother’s Day with a • Sunday afternoon tea party complete with girl guide cookies donated by the Hole family along with a beautiful homemade crocheted flower from Michelle Hannay! Everyone had a blast. This past week they revived “Ruby’s Diner” with a throw back menu to the good old days that included some of root beer float, banana split, orange crush, cheeseburg, hot dog, ice cream cone, french fries/poutine. They rocked on.

Check out the 60 wooden coloured guide dogs on the fence • at the Lions Hall in Northbrook that were coloured by students of NAEC. Thanks to our Lions Club of Land O’Lakes for promoting guide dogs with their up-coming walk on May 28. This is super duper exciting.

Harlowe rocked with the Ol Tyme Fiddlers and now are gear- • ing up for open mic on Sat. May 27 at the Harlowe Hall from 1- 5. Come and have a rootin tootin time. Entertainers $2.00; Public $5.00. Yummy food available to purchase.

Henderson United yard sale is gearing up for June 10 and • June 24 from 8-12 noon. Special thanks to all who are responding with gently used items and contacting organizers @613336-2467 and 336-9234 to arrange a drop off time. We are receiving items until June 7- with super duper thanks.

This Sunday, May 28 Henderson United worship is post • poned in favour of a union service at the Arden site at 10am with guest leader the Rev. Warren Vollmer of Frankford United Church. Rev. Kaitlyn Ostrander will lead in Frankford in this pulpit swap/exchange. Rev. Vollmer is also an honourary police chaplain who participated in the recent funeral of the late OPP Sergeant Eric Mueller in Ottawa. All welcome.

INVERARy

Judy Borovskis borovskis@kingston.net

Welcome Danielle & Dylan and new puppy Winston who

• have just moved to Inverary! Met them on my morning run. Further down the road, I was introduced to Scarlett, another

Puppet Making youth event for youth 10 and older from 10 • am to noon on June 3 at Battersea United Church. Contact Rev. Heather by May 27 to RSVP: heathermclurg@hotmail.com

Neil Dick Memorial Breakfast at Rideau Acres Campground

• on June 10th from 8am. To 11:30am hosted by Rotary Club of Kingston and the Dick family. Cost $10.00 adults and $5.00 kids 6 to 12 years.

Self-Defence Class with Sensei Hamid Nam at Inverary

• United Church Hall, one class every three months. Next class is June 10th at 12 noon to 3pm. If interested or for more info, call 613-328-6742 or email hamidnam24@gmail.com.

LCBO Bottle Drive – Light Up Our Diamonds! Trailer is at • 3950 Round Lake Road and continues until June 30th Drop off as well at Mrs. Garrett’s Bakery. Storrington Retirees Luncheon at the Storrington Centre the • second Wednesday of each month. Enjoy a home cooked meal. Everyone welcome!

Fall Prevention Program! by the VON at the Storrington

• Centre on Tuesdays 9 to 10:30 To register contact Danielle McTaggart at 613-634-0130 ext 3414 or email danielle.mctaggart@von.ca 20 spots available!

Kingston Charity Bike Night every Thursday from 5 to 8pm

• at the Storrington Lions Club. Barbecue dinner available and enjoy fellowship time games and prizes. Cost is $10.

Soulful Singing! Join us the fourth Tuesday of the month

• (May – August) at 7pm. Info and directions, call Donna 613353-2889.

Mark the date! Plowing Match September 10th at the farm of

• Charles & Norma Barr, 4382 Latimer Road, Inverary.

Hall Rentals: Inverary Church Hall – contact Judy Borovskis

• 353-1768 or cell: 613-545-5017. Battersea Church hall – contact Roberta Smith 353-2846.

M ABER ly- B O l INGBRO k E

Karen Prytula 613-325-1354 karenprytula33@gmail.com

At The ABC Hall – Country Music Dance, featuring music by •

Wild Parsnip Removal Service

Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com 613-479-2570

Marily Seitz seitz@xplornet.ca 613-479-2855

Dominic, Lorie and Rick blew out their candles at the May • Birthday Bash. A wonderful feast filled the serving table and no one went home hungry. Dominic sang and played several tunes, including one that he wrote, and two other songs that folks sang and clapped along with. The next Bash will be held on June 21.

We hope everyone enjoyed the May long weekend. My gar- • den was grateful for the rain on Saturday, then I got quite a bit done in the garden during the rest of the weekend but I'm not planting my tomatoes, melon or peppers yet. Maybe next week. The bug jacket got a workout too. A few dragonflies were sighted but many more need to hatch out to make a difference to the blackfly numbers.

PARHAM-TICHBORNE

Colleen Steele

Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com

•

613-375-6219

613-375-6525

Another branch has fallen from our family tree with the pass- • ing of Irene Dusharme. Also thinking of the family of Keith Conboy and Aileen Peters and offering our sincere condolences.

Thinking of you to Gary Drew.

As of May 1st, the Library is open on Thursday 5 - 7 instead of 6 - 8 other two days remain the same.

Parham United Church had Special Music during the service • by Kathy Lowery-King. Rev. Shelly Roberts was off this week. Sunday, June 25, the Parham United Church will be holding • a Reunion at the Parham Fair Grounds. Watch for more info closer to the date.

• er's Day by wearing beautiful hats to their May meeting. Hope everyone had a great long weekend.

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The Parham Seniors club Happy Travellers celebrated Moth-

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Sharbot Lake Chiropractic & Wellness

Dr. Gian Kaillon Sharbot Lake 613.279.2100 www.sharbotlakechiropractic.ca

Gout

Gout is a form of arthritis that occurs due to the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints. It is a painful and potentially debilitating condition. Uric acid is a substance that forms as a result of the breakdown of purines, which are naturally occurring compounds found in certain foods and also produced by the body.

Normally, uric acid dissolves in the blood and is excreted through the kidneys. However, in some individuals, either the body produces excessive amounts of uric acid or the kidneys are unable to eliminate it efficiently. As a result, uric acid can accumulate and form needlelike crystals in the joints, most commonly affecting the big toe. Gout attacks often occur suddenly and are characterized by severe pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in the affected joint.

Several factors can increase the risk of developing gout, including a diet high in purine-rich foods (such as red meat, seafood, and organ meats), excessive alcohol consumption (especially beer), obesity, certain medical conditions (such as kidney disease and diabetes), and a family history of gout.

Gout can be managed through a combination of lifestyle modifications and medications. Treatment typically involves the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to relieve pain and reduce inflammation during acute gout attacks. Longterm management focuses on lifestyle changes, including dietary modifications to reduce purine intake, weight loss if necessary, limiting alcohol consumption, and staying hydrated.

erations at this location! Wonderful news!!

Lion Dave Hansen presented Villages Beau-

• tiful with a cheque from the profit from their All You Can Eat Breakfast. Doris Campsall accepted this on behalf of the organization.

Lilacs are really beautifying our area. Bright

• array of perfumy spring, also the flowering crabs are looking wonderful.

This weekend, don't forget to come out to

• support the Grade 8's from GREC at their fundraising ball tournament in Parham.

Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary to Bryan

• and Lin Hannah!!! Their family is having a gathering for them at Piccadilly Hall on May 27 from 1-3. All are welcome to come help us celebrate with them.

Next week at the Parham Ball field we have • a game for the U13 team on Sunday May 28th at 5 pm. Then on Tuesday, May 30, we have the grasshoppers playing at 630 and then the Junior Men at 830 - come out and cheer loudly!!!

PlEVNA

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

Clarendon Central Public School would like • to send out a huge thank you to everyone who came out to support their amazing school last Saturday! Community members, shoppers, volunteers, vendors, staff & students; together raised over $3,700.00. WOW!! They are overwhelmed and appreciate everyone for supporting their first annual vendor /barbq /bake / plant / yard sale!!

Last Tuesday's first Euchre night at the • Plevna Clar-Mill Hall was a great time for all 21 people that came out to play! The light luncheon with coffee and tea afterwards was fun and $108.90 was raised for the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Plevna! Awesome!! Big Congratulations to Rodney W. for winning the high score prize with a score of 107!! WOW!! 6 lone hands won the most lone hands prize, and it was awarded to Sheila D. The booby prize went to Paul T. who won a nice brand new bottle of Heinz Ketchup! I heard this weeks booby prize is a box of salt so someone can rub it in their wound, heehee!! Don't forget the fun starts at 7pm on Tuesday nights!!

The Summer dump hours started on Sun- • day May 14th. This also means that the reuse center opens back up again at the hwy 506 dump site. If you haven't been yet, it is such a great idea!! People can drop off acceptable items in good condition that can still be treasured by someone else or stop in and find new treasures to enjoy all completely FREE!! Woohoo!! It is open on Wednesdays from 9-1pm and Saturdays from 12-5pm. For more info. you can call the Township office at 613 4792231 or visit www.northfrontenac.com

Are you a new resident of North Frontenac?

• Did you know you can visit the Municipal Office (6648 Road 506, just west of Plevna) during regular business hours for a FREE Welcome Package? It is filled with valuable information about the area and local businesses, maps and other useful items!

Shamrock Bakery in Plevna is up and run-

• ning and ready to take your order! Stop in and see all of the Awesome updates inside!! This Friday May 26th Nuala is serving Beef Lasagna, Caesar Salad with a Herbed Bun. It's $18 and you can text 416 834-0988 to place your order. You can also ask the lovely and talented Nuala about the Maple Syrup and Honey now available for purchase!

If Beers and wings are your things, head- • ing to North of 7 Restaurant Friday nights will be right up your alley! Great service, delicious food and a break from these black flies!

Historical Society & Archives will host a FUN, FREE community event, sharing info about their 2022 and 2023 preservation projects with Musical entertainment provided by The White Family, Ron Lemke, Neville Wells and the Land O'Lakes Cloggers.

If the Clogging looks fun and like something • you might be interested in enjoying, I was speaking to Joyce and she said that she was thinking about starting a new beginner class in the Fall, How exciting! A great fun exercise! Stay tuned for more details at the end of Summer! The Township of North Frontenac has re- • cently installed a new 3-way stop at the intersection of Myers Cave and Harlowe Road. The new configuration will improve traffic op-

Did you hear yet that Polished Spa is relocat- • ing? After June 5th, Clients can book with Holly at 1729 Bathurst 5th Concession anytime after June 5th. She will be operating on Mon/Tues/ Thurs/Fri 9:30-4:30pm! you can contact her at 905 375-4558 to book an appointment or visit her facebook page Polished Spa Services.

If you are looking for Fun, Drinks, Dancing, • Games and Raffles? Look no further!! Emma Tooley and Zach Matson invite you to come and join them at their stag and doe this Sat May 27th at 7pm at the Clar-Mill Hall. Tickets are $10 each at the door or are available ahead of time by contacting the bride, groom, their wedding party or their parents. Congratulations Emma and Zack!!

At the Kingston Area Secondary School Athletic Association Track meet, which was held on May 18 and 19, a number of Frontenac County student athletes did very well, winning first, second, and third place medals.

Sedona Reade, from Sydenham High School (SHS) finished 2nd in the Women’s Novice 400 metre dash, and 1st in both the 80 and 300 Metres Hurdles. Bella Watt, also from SHS, finished just off the podium, in 4th, in the 300 metre run. Also in the women’s novice division, Harlee Gordon from SHS finished 3rd in the Discuss Throw and 2nd in the Javelin Throw.

In the Women’s Junior Division, Jamie Hennessy was 1st in the 80 Metres Hurdles, and her SHS team-mate Jordan Snider was 2nd. Jordan Snider was 1st in the 300 Metres Hurdles, and Jamie Hennessy was 3rd. SHS finished just off the podium in 4th in the 4 x 100 Metre Relay event.

Chloe Saunders, from Granite Ridge Education Centre (GREC) was 2nd in the Junior Women’s Pole Vault and 1st in the Long Jump. Neveah Mapleston Marshall, also from GREC, was 3rd in the Pole Vault. Shelby Terry (SHS) came in 3rd in the Triple Jump, and Jordan Snider was 4th .

In the Women’s Senior competition, Silka Olvet (SHS) was 1st in the 400 Me-

- Editorial Continued from Page 2 for Council to defer the matter for at least a couple of years, and then revisi it briefly before kicking it to the next council.

It is true that the province is very keen on new long term care beds, that they expect municipalities are expected to do their part, that's where this entire initiative is coming from.

But while municipalities cannot say 'no'

The Clar-Mill Hall will be the hotspot this

• Sat May 27th at 1pm, The North Frontenac