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April 16, 2020 Vol. 20, No. 15

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Frontenac County approves 2020 budget

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Frontenac County met last week, via teleconference with only Warden Smith, Clerk Amini, and CAO Pender in attendance, along with the press. The rest of Council and staff participated in an old school teleconference.

The major item on the agenda was the formal approval of the budget, which is unchanged from the document that was tentatively approved back November, 2019. The same tentative provincial num-

bers that were plugged in the budget in November, remained.

The final budget estimates a shortfall of $115,000 in provincial funding, a little over 1% of the total levy to ratepayers.

The overall increase is just under 5%, but the county treasurer department deducts a percentage for growth, 2%, reporting an after - growth increase of 2.93%.

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Community pantries becoming a movement

by Jeff Green cross the region, and idea has taken hold, community pantries.

In mid March, the Matson family in Arden placed a free-standing wooden cupboard by Arden Road, near the location of the C4 grocery store they are in the midst of building. They put a couple of items in it and invited their neighbours and the entire community to stock it with whatever they

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can spare that might be needed by other neighbours. At the same time, anyone who needs something is invited to take whatever they want. There is not policing, no profit and no worries.

“It runs itself,” said Barbie Matson, a couple of weeks after putting it up.

On March 31st, Dave and Kim Perry of Perry Farms on Yarker Road, right at the Frontenac – Lennox and Addington border, and Local Family Farms in Verona, decided to try it. Dave hauled a three-door silver fridge from the barn to a spot that is set a bit back off of 4545 Yarker Road.

Kim Perry said she would put a pie in the fridge every day.

“I make a lot of pies at my store so what’s one more,” she said. The pantry has received a fair bit of social media coverage

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and food of all kinds has been flowing through like water.

“Some people have trouble getting to stores these days and others have no money, and others really want to help.”

People have been donating money to Kim to keep the fridge stocked and she has donated some food as well. A load of frozen ground beef was donated by a local beef farmer, bread has arrived, eggs, and more.

“It doesn’t take much work,” Kim said, but she has started keeping notes about what would be good to stock, and using money to purchase cases of tomatoes and other necessities. “Dave is there a lot as well.”

There is also a table at the Local Family Farms store where people can drop off, and pick up food, for the pantry.

And starting this week, the pantry concept is spreading to Battersea. Sharon Freeman of Freedom Farms decided to get one started. She put the word out that she needed a cupboard or a pantry and

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COVID cases soar across Ontario, but KFL&A is spared, so far

by Jeff Green

t’s been 4 months since Frontenac County Council approved a draft budget, but with all that has happened since then, it might as well have been 4 years ago.

County policy dictates that in all years, except those following a municipal election, the budget process is to be completed in the fall preceding the calendar that is covered by the budget.

Last November, in the face of potentially significant changes in provincial funding for some of the programs that the county operates, Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Pender recommended that final approval of the budget be put off until the provincial funding situation was settled.

“Whatever number we plug in for provincial funding will be wrong. I don’t know by how much or if it will be over or under, but it will be wrong,” Pender said at the time.

Four months later, all talk about provincial reform and funding changes for paramedic services, long term care, or any other government service, seems like it comes from the long-forgotten past. The Province of Ontario maintains a singular focus now, on COVID - 19, whose impact on both the revenue and expense side of the 2020 Ontario budget, dwarfs everything else.

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t is too early to tell for sure, but thus far Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addingotn has differentiated itself from the rest of Ontario in its rate of COVID-19 infections.

On a per capita basis, the 55 cases in the region is just over 50% of the provincewide average over the entire outbreak.

And with only 10 cases left unresolved, KFL&A is under 20% of the provincial rate for active cases. There have been 2 new cases over the last 7 days, and there are currently no COVID-19 patients in local hospitals.

Unfortunately the picture is not so rosy in Ontario as whole, where cases continue to mount.

In Ontario there have been 3227 new cases over the last week, an average of 461 per day. There were 483 new cases on Tuesday (April 14). Tuesday was also the deadliest day thus far, with 43 deaths in the province. There have been 334 deaths since the outbreak began, 183 in the last week alone. The first COVID-19 death in Ontario was recorded on March 17, 5 weeks ago.

And on Tuesday, the Province of Ontario extended its state of emergency until May 12.

The recommendation from KFL&A Public Health remains the same as it has been since mid-March. Residents who are not ill are being asked to practice physical distancing (2 metres – 6 feet) and regular infection prevention (e.g., wash your hands often, cough into your elbow, don't touch your face, stay home if you are sick, etc.)

Residents who develop an illness can access the self assessment tool on the KFL&A website top find out if they should call 911, seek testing, or remain home in isolation.

“I have confidence in our community that we'll rise to this occasion and show strength and resilience,” said Dr. Kieran Moore, medical officer of health for Kingston Frontenac, Lennox and Addington.

The numbers thus far in this region bear out that confidence. someone came forward with an ice hut, which is being installed in front of the Battersea United Church this week and by the time this paper hits the streets it will

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April 16, 2020

Editorial

Easter brunch provides a chance to redress COVID split

by Jeff Green or the last month, the relationship between seasonal and permanent residents of Frontenac County has become fractious.

In mid March, COVID-19 cases had been confirmed in both Toronto and Ottawa but not in the Kingston-Frontenac Lennox and Addington catchment area, and the province had already begun to shut down. The sight of Toronto and Ottawa people shopping locally as they retreated to their cottages to self isolate sparked concern among locals. To make matters worse, a few families returning from outside of the country, did not go back to their urban residents but retreated to Frontenac County and went to buy groceries and medication before self-isolating at ‘the cottage’.

By the end of March, federal and provincial politicians and public health officials, and some Frontenac Townships, urged seasonal residents not to come, a hard line to take just as the first tax bills of the year were going out in the mail.

This only underlines the fact that seasonal residents are essential to the Frontenac County economy, from south to north. In Central Frontenac, they represent over half the tax base, in North Frontenac a lot more than that. And from stores to tradespeople to restaurants, the number of local jobs that are wholly or partly dependent on people who make their money in the city and spend it here is absolutely crucial. And those seasonal residents often end up retiring to the

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cottage, hiring local contractors to turn it into a home, and then becoming the most active group of volunteers in our communities.

Last weekend, a virtual community Easter brunch was organised by the COVID-19 support group in Sharbot Lake. 200 family meals were prepared with volunteer labour by local chefs for a $20, a meal that four people would have a hard time finishing in one sitting. About 95 families purchased meals for themselves, but another 105 meals were purchased for other people. People sent in $20 or $40 so families who needed a free treat could have one. Some of those people were local teachers, who knew that some of the families of students in their classes could use the help, and many of those meals were purchased by cottagers who are currently self isolating back in hteir home city.

It was a small gesture from a few people, but one we should all heed going forward.

We don’t know how long this pandemic will persist, but if it lasts into June there will need to be some protocol developed to allow for the return of seasonal residents, certainly before the second tax bill goes out.

By then, if the current pattern of infection rates persists, there may indeed be a requirement for a 14-day quarantine for people traveling from region to region.

The coming together of our local communities that has become a feature of life over the last month will need to extend to those summer residents at that time. They are an essential part of our communities and we

Anne Howes, former owner of the Rising Bun bakeshop, who now works fior Rural Frontenac Community Services, baked 200 apple crumbles for four last week,, with help from a crew of peelers, for the community Easter Dinner need to figure out how to live together in the summer of COVID that will soon be upon us, just as we do every other summer.

It will take some accommodating from both sides, but it is something we need to prepare for, sooner than later.

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entral Frontenac Township held its regular meeting as scheduled Tuesday afternoon but although everything on the agenda was dealt with, it was hardly business as usual.

With the current Covid-19 crisis in play, Mayor Frances Smith and CAO/Clerk Cathy MacMunn were in the Township offices (two separate offices) along with staff each in their own separate offices. The rest of Council was in their own homes, with their video icons showing up on the screen when they wanted to speak via the communications pro-

gram Webex.

Considering the circumstances, they did manage to get a considerable amount of business done, with Fire and Emergency Services carrying the bulk of that load.

Manager of Emergency Services/Fire Chief Jamie Riddell received approval to retrofit the vehicles from the Henderson Road and Oak Flats Road sub-stations and move them to Stations 1 and 2 to replace older units that will declared surplus and sold ‘as is.’

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He said the retrofitted units will be used for medical response and scene support (ie hazmat response).

Councillor Nicki Gowdy asked if the units would be replaced in the sub-stations.

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Cameron and Elwin Burke voted against the measure.

Still with fire, Riddell received approval to buy an new four-wheeler ATV and trailer in the amount of $15,949 to replace a similar unit at Station 2.

“The old Station 2 unit is only two-wheel drive and our experience has shown the need for four-wheel drive,” Riddell said. “We use these units to ferry people, supplies and equipment back and forth to locations our vehicles can’t reach and they’ve been useful for things like ice-water rescue, snowmobile accident and such.

“Just last year, we had three of our four ATVs in use at one call which shows the need to have one at each of our four stations.”

Riddell also received Council’s endorsement to investigate the possibility of replacing pumpers with used units.

He said given the cost of

new pumpers ($400,000+ each) for a unit that would have a 20-year lifespan, it could be possible to buy two units with about 10-year lifespans each.

Council deferred passage of a new fireworks bylaw that would prohibit the sale/ use of Chinese Lanterns.

“Those things were quite popular last year and they caused a lot of damage,” said Coun. Tom Dewey.

New brusher Council approved the purchase of a new Cubex brusher at a cost of $44,087.54.

Coun. Tom Dewey asked what’s to become of the brusher it’s replacing.

“Can we get anything for it or does it become a boat anchor?” Dewey asked.

“It’s probably just scrap metal,” said Public Works Manager Tyson Myers.

“I think that thing was scrap when we got it,” said Dewey.

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“All of our contracts are ‘at risk’ right now and may have to be moved to another year,” he said.

However, he did receive Council’s approval to proceed with an RFP to provide a basic topographical survey of the sections of Henderson, Arden and Oak Flats Roads that were pulverized in 2019 and scheduled to be resurfaced in 2020.

“The survey will provide the base information needed to reference when making elevation improvements to the road or culverts, eliminating any conflicts or questions regarding the existing elevation and alignment of the road and cross culverts,” Myers said. “The second part of this proposal is the environmental portion.

“The consultant will be required to look at all culverts and offer a basic general assessment of environmental constraints.”

Myers said he has been in contact with the contractor for street sweeping, which should begin late this month.

Oak Flats, Second Lake Road and Godfrey Road have been brushed.

And finally, he said: “With the volume of traffic being less than normal, we are gaining on patching. It will continue to be ongoing, weather permitting.”

Link on website Dep. Clerk Cindy Deachman said that Tuesday’s Council meeting was recorded and a link to view it will be on the Township website.

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outh Frontenac Council’s first electronic meeting went very smoothly. Three of us were physically present, widely separated, in the echoing Council chambers; (bearded) Mayor Vandewal, Clerk Maddox, and myself, representing the Frontenac News.

CAO Carbone and Fragnito, Director of Corporate Services and Treasurer were both in their offices, making sure the internet connections worked. The Deputy Mayor and all Councillors were present online, along with Director of Fire and Emergency Services Knott, Director of Development Services Dodds, and Director of Public Works Segsworth. Later we learned that about 30 watchers attended the Facebook site: much better attendance than usual except for some nights with controversial issues.

Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee Council approved the terms of reference for a new Advisory Committee which would support the health and welfare of the Township's lake ecosystems and the enjoyment and use of those lakes by lake residents, visitors and future generations. One of its duties will be to host an annual Lake Associations Forum where members of local lake associations and other lakeshore residents can network with one another other, share best practices, voice common concerns, discuss emerging trends, and provide feedback to the Committee regarding Township policy, strategic plans and budgets.

Fire Department Dispatch Agreement with the City of Kingston The City of Kingston through Kingston Fire and Rescue (KFR) have provided dispatching services to the Township of South Frontenac and South Frontenac Fire and Rescue for many years and the agreement is functioning well. The KFR Communications Centre also dispatches for all fire services in Frontenac and Lennox and Addington Counties, thus providing seamless interaction between fire departments.

The new agreement includes provisions for a web based application, “Who’s Responding” which assists our fire service operation and personnel during emergency situations, and it states that the fee will be adjusted annually for inflation each January 1st.

Financial Date deferrals due to Covid-19 Council approved a range of payment

Continued from page 1 be up and ready to accept and distribute food for people in that region.

“I have no idea where it will go,” said Sharon Freeman, “but we have a great community here, so I expect there will be a pretty good response.

Coincidentally, she found out, after getting this initiative rolling, that the food bank run by the Battersea United Church is out of supplies, so the pantry could be pretty timely.

Sharon added that she has seen an increase in interest in local food in the weeks

SINCE 1970 taxes, deferral options related to interim CIP loans, and water bills: most of these must be requested; complete information is on the Township’s website, or available by telephone. Community Grant Application submissions are now not due until May 31.

Cash in Lieu of Parkland for Condominium Projects Council approved accepting cash in lieu of parkland for two Plans of Condominium: $20,000 for Shield Shores on Wellington St, Dog Lake, and $84,250 for Johnson Point, on Loughborough Lake. In response to Councillor Roberts’ query about the value of providing parkland for a condominium development, Development Director Dodds said that the condo development itself had already set aside several areas of land dedicated for the residents’ recreational use, an option not usually available to a subdivision.

2020 Capital Expenditures for Centennial Park Multipurpose Facility Council agreed to release the hold on $100,000 budgeted for a multipurpose facility, subject to the South Frontenac Stocksport Club (SFSC) providing a minimum contribution of $15,000 towards the project.

(Update: the SFSC has already raised and contributed the required $15,000 to the Township.) Staff was also directed to work on project design specs in preparation to release an RFP for the work commencing spring of 2020. This will be a 14M X 32M roofed pavilion, with three Stocksport lanes, but will also provide a potential site for other community uses such as vendors events, road hockey, basketball, shuffleboard, fitness activities and open air concerts.

Public Works’ Contracts and Tenders Council approved: -The bid from Barrett’s Farm and Family Centre in the amount of $83,152.54, excluding HST, for the fabric membrane replacement on the Hartington Sand/Salt Shed.

-An extension to the Township’s existing contract with Cambium Inc. for the monitoring and reporting of the Township’s Waste Disposal Sites (WDS). In addition to the groundwater and surface water monitoring at all five WDS, Cambium’s fees include Annual Reports, meeting attendance, inspections and Council presentations. The yearly

since the COVID-19 outbreak. The organic farmers market that Freedom Farm participates in, which is normally held on Sundays at the Memorial Centre in Kingston, but is now being run online, has been busier than ever.

“We also sell our produce through Community Supported Agriculture (CSA),” she said, “and everyone we know who runs a CSA farm says they are either sold out or close to sold out for the year already. People are looking to their own communities these days. They are concerned about the food supply, and they want to eat healthy food.”

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-The purchase of a Tag Along trailer in the amount of $50,000. This trailer is to replace FT72, being a 2004 25 Ton Tag Along Trailer utilized for floating heavy equipment, and in need of extensive repairs.

-the tender submission from Black Dog Tirecraft for the supply and service of the Township’s tire and repair needs: this was the sole tender, and Black Dog Tirecraft is “a reputable supplier with many years of experience providing the municipality with tire supply and repair.”

Bylaw Needed to Control Night Fishing Councillor Revill reported on recent visits made by himself and Councillors Ruttan and Sleeth, to view a problem that local residents have been pressing for help with: apparently commercial fishers have been night-fishing on both sides of a culvert on Devil Lake along a heavily-travelled stretch of road. They park on the roadside in spite of ‘no parking’ signs, and shortly before dawn a large van arrives to pick up the catches. Revill recommended a by-law to forbid night fishing and all fishing during May and June, during bass spawning season. Deputy Mayor Sutherland cautioned that any by-law had to be carefully worded, for this was not a new problem, nor was it peculiar to this one location. Mayor Vandewal said it would be necessary to be careful not to just push the fishers to another area.

Council directed the staff to come back as soon as possible (May 05?) with a carefully worded bylaw to address the situation, and give the police something they felt could be enforced. (The Ministry of Fisheries seems not to have been able or willing to take any action.)

Staff Updates Clair Dodds, Planning Services, reported that building services have been increasingly restricted both by Covid concerns and as a result of changing Provincial directives. Currently only construction related to agriculture of health care are being permitted. However, her department is continuing to accept building applications, so they will be ready for quick action once restrictions are lifted. She said the positions of senior planner and planner have both been filled, with the new employees to come on staff very soon for orientation. New updates will be posted on the township website.

Darcy Knott, Fire and Emergency Services, complimented his volunteer staff; “They are an excellent team, who have risen to the challenge of an unprecedented situation.”

He reiterated that the fire ban was due to a number of reasons, including a Province-

wide ban on burning in all provincial parks, but primarily to relieve the additional strain on the first responders. Recently, there were over 20 burn complaints: the number was greatly reduced once the fire ban was in place. The first brush drop-off went well; There are two more planned. It’s hoped these will also reduce the burn complaints.

Mark Segsworth, Public Works, reported on spring road repairs and maintaining base level services.

Of Boats and Air BnBs Council asked what control the Township had over numbers of people allowed in boats and the impossibility of social distancing in small boats: CAO Carbone said that although the municipality could enforce social distancing at boat launch sites, it had no jurisdiction over watercraft: that is a Federal jurisdiction.

Sutherland asked about short-term rentals on lakes, and air b&b’s. Carbone replied that currently the Province has been very clear about prohibiting short-term rentals.

The meeting lasted until after 8:30, with one brief recess to ensure the technical part of the broadcast was working well. It ended with thanks and many compliments from Council to the Township staff for their dedication and adaptability under difficult and unusual circumstances.

Special thanks to Emily Caird, Executive Assistant, for her sunny personality and ability to be wherever the need is greatest.

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ust a note to let you know that if the practice of cleanliness that l saw on Saturday is consistent, no one will be getting the virus from the Foodland staff in Sydenham! I am an OR nurse and so wearing gloves and masks every day to keep as sterile/clean is part of my life.

I have been in a few grocery stores in Kingston and hardware stores and no one is really using gloves properly other than the kids l saw working in our Foodland on Saturday. l watched, no one touched their face with their gloves and then kept working, the cashiers WASHED their gloves between customers.

When l asked one girl she told me she changes her gloves every fifth customer even using sanitizer between customers.

The boy stocking the shelves took his pair off to open a new box and then put on a NEW PAIR to remove food from the box to stock the shelves.

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• Hey Sydenham peeps! Hope everyone is keeping well and finding new ways to • occupy their quarantine time. This whole ordeal Shall soon be behind us.

• Remember all the obvious and do your part, the world needs to come together and knock this thing down. We are in this together.

• Spring is around the corner, new buds shall soon be on the trees, signs of gardens coming to life. A little brightness to anyone’s day.

• The inspirational things around the village, be it rocks with sayings, signs in windows. Smiles on the odd faces you see out walking are so amazing to see.

• Hope all the students and teachers are adapting to the new online curve for schoolwork right now.

• How many puzzles have you done? How many books have you read? How many cupboards have you cleaned our and reorganized? Anyone got tips on how to best use this time we have been given spare. Shoot me a msg at karenofsyd@bell.net.

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• If anyone watches CKWS Kingston News, you’ve probably seen a familiar face pop up every once in a while. I’m referring to Dr. Piotr (Peter) Oglaza, who was once a practicing physician at the Sharbot Lake Medical Centre. Dr. Oglaza is now Medical Officer of Health and CEO for Hastings Prince Edward County Health. It’s calming to see a familiar face explaining our current situation with Covid-19.

• Last week, I was talking about one of my hobbies, which was home gardening. I was pleasantly surprised to hear from a couple of Ardenites who were intrigued enough to give it a try. They told me they were quite successful and will maybe expand their attempts next year. Bravo to you!

• So, that lead me to the internet to see what else we could perfect while at home and self isolating. There were various skills and hobbies with online teachers, such as the usual suspects: knitting, crocheting, macramé and pottery (which I thought would be really hard to accomplish without all of the necessary products, like clay and a kiln) and then I came upon a topic which may interest the snowbirds. It was keeping a journal, which many of us do now, but with a specific topic: travel. You could highlight trips taken in the past, with specific notes and memories along with all of those pictures you have in the cardboard box or on your phone. The journals could be hand written or using your skills on the computer. Not only would this be a wonderful way to highlight an outstanding trip, but also a way to relive those pleasant memories.

• Michael’s stores and of course Martha Stewart also have online tutorials for various crafts and to-dos.

• Susan Baker Hanna has been sewing masks and making extenders to donate. Great job, Susan, and thanks for all of your hard work.

• Keep physical distancing and staying home. Let’s keep this virus away from us so we can return to our new normal soon.

• Hope everyone had a safe and healthy Easter.

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• “Thank you to our local Foodland for offering a delivery service and volunteer drivers for getting it to us. I emailed an order in late last night and had it today. I received everything we asked for which was a bonus. We now have everything we need for our Easter dinner this weekend.”

• “Happy to be a part of this small community who is going above and beyond to keep everyone safe.”

• “This message is for Foodland: we are so proud of all the hard work that your staff and you are putting into all this.

Thank you so much!”

• “I just want to say how impressed I am with Foodland. I had to do my grocery shopping and found footprints in the store for distancing and plexiglas protecting cashiers. They don’t pack your food and you have to do that once they have disinfected the counters from previous customers. Seeing them cleaning constantly makes me feel so much safer. Kudos, Foodland, and keep up great job.”

• “Again, I (Charlene) am thanking my team that continue to go above and beyond! They are working tirelessly to serve our community. Shout out to the Lions Club that are helping us with deliveries. And thank you to Wayne and Val who helped us out last week! And thank you to everyone who has offered to help! There are so many people, it would fill a page. I am so grateful for all of the offers of help! I am so overwhelmed at the offers of help and generosity and so thankful to be part of a great community! Together we will get through this!”

• A huge shout of thanks goes out to everyone who is considered an essential worker, frontline workers, and those workers who are in their places of business to help support the community. Thank you to Eric and his team for keeping the pharmacy open. Thank you to team LCBO for keeping the store open. Thank you to Chris and his make-at-home

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• To keep our local establishments/entrepreneurs in business, some communities are paying-it-forward. An example of this may be paying your hair stylist now for the monumental task ahead of her/him once the community gets back to a new normal.

• Remember, stay home, especially those in self-isolation!

Remember to check on your neighbours! Remember we will get through this together by staying 2 metres apart!

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• The next day the Denbigh Food Bank will be open will be Tuesday, April 28th. Please contact Gail ahead of time at 613 333 2224. The food will be packed and ready to go by 11am. You are asked to wait in your car and take turns picking up your food. Thank you for your cooperation in this, as we work to continue to make the food bank available.

• For the most up to date info regarding Lakelands Family Health Team hours of care, please find them on Facebook.

• Is it a rainy day, or just a little too cool outside? Tumblebooks just may have a good read for you, snug and cozy indoors. To access Tumblebooks, visit www.addingtonhighlandspubliclibrary.ca. There you will find ebooks and audio books available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for all ages, to use for free until August, 2020!

Just click on the category you are interested in: Tumble Math(K to grade 6), Tumble Book Library(K to grade 6), Teen BookCloud(grade 7 to 12), AudioBookCloud(all ages), and RomanceBookCloud. There is no sign up required, no account, no passwords; just click and you are on your way! The other new feature is links to EBSCO to access the Canadian Reference Centre, Canadian Literacy Centre, Canadian Points of View Reference Centre, Canadian Subscription Centre, and the Cricket Media Subscription Centre. Go to www.addingtonhighlandspubliclibrary.ca to get started. A username and password are provided for you on the library page.

• The AH library has also had a couple of online lego build challenges, as well as a craft challenge. Visit them on Facebook to see what the kids have been building, and for notices of upcoming challenges. There are also some great links to some fun online resources for the young and young at heart. Check it out!

• The Township of Addington Highlands office is closed to the public until further notice, as are all AH facilities.

You may contact the office at 613 336 2286 or info@ addingtonhighlands.ca. There is also a list of helpful resources and updates to be found on the township website at addingtonhighlands.ca.

• The Land O' Lakes Community services building is closed to the public. The phones will be answered from 8:30-4. For more information contact 613 336 8934 or toll free 1877 679 6636.

• The saying goes: April showers bring May flowers, but here we have had nearly as much snow fall this month as we have had rain!

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• In this COV-19 isolation, it would be nice to have warmer days to get outside and work in the gardens. The sun and wind will help get rid of our heavy rains experienced in the last few days.

• The Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club have cancelled their Euchre Fun Nights for April, May and June. Euchre will hopefully resume on September 12th. At that time, there will a change to tournament fee ($7.00 for non-members and $5.00 for members). Other fundraisers cancelled are the Chinese Dinner & Auction (April 25th) and the Community Yard Sale (May 23rd).

• A very “Happy Birthday” to Lois Babcook! Hope your day is special. Our condolences to the families of Leif Wilson and Juanita Baker.

• Keep safe, healthy, and remember social distancing.

Please stay at home!

• If you have news, birthdays, special occasions or get well wishes to submit to the column, please send to mgoodberrysanda@gmail.com or 613-372-0917. Deadlines for inclusions are Monday mornings each week.

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• Easter was quietly celebrated in our village, with the church bells pealing at church time of 8:45am and of course no church services held. Folks complied with the self-isolation conditions and stayed inside or walked outside on their properties, with the roads being very quiet.

The Easter bunny brought me a pink frisbee that I will share in the summer time.

• Telephone and social media lines were burning up as folks connected without actual home visits or dinners.

• Henderson is to be congratulated for their efforts in flattening out the spread curve of Covid 19. Special thanks to our responders, medical folks, and caring neighbours - all of whom are making our world a better and safer place.

• What kinds of gathering and events will folks have when the quarantine is lifted? It won’t be for quite a while, I’m afraid - so lots of time to plan. Stay safe.

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• Jennie Cousineau, longtime resident of Sunbury, left us on Easter Sunday in her 102nd year. I am sure many stories of this amazing woman are being told by family and friends.

• Sharon & Will of Freedom Farms are thinking of coordinating a Food Cupboard for the Village of Battersea.

First needed are 2 or 3 sturdy cupboards that can be left outdoors, next a decision on location, and then participants. If you have ideas, please contact them at info@ freedom-farm.ca.

• Rev. Heather can be reached at 613-353-2453. If you are a senior, ill, quarantined, or otherwise in need, please call her or email heathermclurg@hotmail.com. A group of volunteers are ready to pick up what is needed and deliver.

• Garbage, recycling and routine road maintenance remain as usual.

• Boat Launches: Municipally-owned boat launches in South Frontenac remain open for use at this time. We want to remind residents to practise physical distancing while utilizing these facilities. Users must adhere to provincial orders, including limiting groups to 5 people or less, unless they are from the same household.

• Funeral Gatherings Effective March 28th as per Ontario Regulation 52/20, under the Emergency Management and Protection Act, all funerals, visitations, celebrations and related services are to be limited to 10 or fewer people, whether they are held indoors or outdoors, including on cemetery grounds. The Bereavement Authority of Ontario has also advised that a funeral, visitation or gathering being advertised must state this limitation in the advertisement.

• Seasonal trailer parks and recreational campgrounds are not listed as essential businesses and are required by the Province to close as of midnight on Saturday April 4, 2020. Ontarians whose only Canadian residence is at one of these seasonal trailer parks or campgrounds are permitted to continue their occupancy. Those who fall into this group must complete their mandatory self-isolation.

• Inverary Youth Activities wants to thank all our fenceline advertisers over the past years. As we face uncertain times, we must thank those sponsors who have chosen to donate to us this year and also to all the friends of the park who keep my driveway supplied with “returnables”.

Judy.

• Enjoy Chris Murphy in concert on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm on Facebook. You must be on Facebook yourself and just look up his page: Christopher Joseph Murphy.

• To the businesses who are essential and open in the area: a big thank you from all of us who have needed your service. The Post Office, Northway Home Hardware, Inverary Pharmasave, Maple Country Home and Farm are ones I have experienced in the past two weeks.

The caution taken for customers and staff during this ongoing situation is impressive. Well done!

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• Sharbot Lake 49 Years Ago – The farmers have succeeded in tapping their maple bushes despite the deep snow. [Perth Courier April 8, 1971] [Elsewhere in the same paper]… “No maple syrup has been made as yet as the weather, although sunny, has been too cold. Those farmers who plan to make syrup have been able to tap by travelling on the crust, but neither horses nor tractors can get through the snow, so Leslie Crain and his boys have been busy with their front end loader and bulldozer opening roads for most of those farmers in the district who hope to make syrup. Read this column next week to see what happened in Althorpe 132 years ago.

• It’s important to stay connected without being in contact with one another during this critical time. So I would like to share with you a phone call I received from one of our readers from the Snow Road area. Delmer called me because he was inspired by a short article that appeared in this column: 100 Years Ago in Maberly – Maberly Orangemen Open New Hall – The opening events of the new hall of L. O. L. 519, Maberly, took place on Wednesday the 11th inst. It consisted of a banquet, the menu of which, in spite of the large crowd, was a bountiful one.

There were several toasts; “To our township of South Sherbrooke!”, and, “To the Ladies!” [Perth Courier, Feb. 27, 1920] [Don’t go looking for it, the Hall is long gone] Delmer called to add that his dad belonged to that Lodge.

We had a long chat that brought us both out of boredom, no doubt. He is in possession of one of his father’s books, called “Constitution & Laws of Loyal Orange Lodge Association of British America With Benefit & Rules of the Royal Scarlet Order”, published in Toronto by Sentinel Publishing Co. in 1919 (with references to 1916).

The membership to the old Orange Hall dwindled, and so it closed. It sat empty for a few years before it was taken down. We spoke about Delmer’s dad, Delmer’s aunt Nettie Ure, whose house is also gone now, but you had to take a bridge across the Fall River to reach it (not today’s present bridge). We talked about where the old Orange Hall used to stand, the old railway lines, and a past Reeve Stuart Munro.

We talked about the Warwick house, the Greer house, and another Orange Hall member, Mr. Ryder. We talked about how the guys from Elphin would walk all the way to Maberly just for a fight! We also talked about Maberly’s baseball team in the 1960’s but at that time I ran out of paper for note-taking. I hoped this conversation has provoked some memories for you. Delmer, call me back anytime!

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• Pearl’s Coronavirus Diary - Day 28 Self Quarantine • Hello, North Frontenac, and all readers of this little local paper that I love so much. Happy Easter to all. I hope everyone had as lovely an Easter as I did, even though I am alone. It was not exactly as we spent it in other years.

You do whatever you have to do in times of crisis. This week, I wasn’t sure whether to hide Easter eggs or wrap Xmas presents, dress up as a rabbit or dress up as Santa.

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have families at home and I am sure they are missing them – the doctors, nurses, health care workers, paramedics, those who are driving food trucks, keeping the shelves stocked for us, people wearing rubber gloves, face shields and using sanitizers and antiseptic wipes and everything else that we need. These people are our heroes.

• A thumbs up to all the cooks and volunteer drivers who are making our Meals on Wheels and delivering them to us. We sure appreciate it. Thank you for the lovely Easter brunch delivered at noon on Sunday.

• Also a thank you to Alice, who sent me a delicious pickerel dinner on Friday evening. Pickerel was so crispy and flaky and delicious – best I have ever had. Thanks a million. Sunday evening Elaine sent the most delicious full course turkey dinner, plus lemon pie – enough to feed me for 2 days. I can only say thank you for now, but it doesn’t seem like enough.

• Thank you, Rick and Barb, for the groceries they brought me and all my pills and all the other food that Alice sent over.

I will have to get my door widened and join weight watchers.

I love all the food but I can see a change in my body and it is not for the good.

• I have date night with myself every week; I get out my citronella candles, put on some sexy music from Bat Outta Hell, maybe have a little lemon grass and dance cheek to cheek with myself. However you entertain yourself – it is fine. Just to get you through these hard days.

• My neighbours behind me, Penny and Harvey, held up posters on Easter Sunday morning in front of my kitchen window that said Happy Easter (right back at you guys). Thank you for all the phone calls just to say hello, share a laugh or talk about your fears, knowing someday this way of life will be over. Stay safe, stay strong, stay home.

• Sympathy to Betty Hunter on the loss of her husband, Don. Happy birthday to my granddaughter, Sharon Rowland, Patsy Steele and Bev Ladurantaye and anyone else with an April birthday – Reg Chappell, Robert and Hanne Quigley, Genevieve Patenaude, Yves Sincennes.

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• Happy Easter to everyone. May you celebrate Easter through your tablet. I listen to Pastor Vernon Scott on mine and his message was up lifting. Most churches were having something outside, distancing from people.

• The residents at SLRR had Easter eggs in front of their place. We thank Andrew for the thought.

• Some April birthdays are: Judi Fox, Stephanie Gammon, Gerry Dunham, Etta Arney, Don Gollogly, Trillium Meyer, Nancy Steele, Betty Eastman, Glen Matson, Pat Lowery.

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Flat feet can increase risk of back pain due to flattening and rigidity of the arch. For people who have flatter arches, the feet may not adequately correct how the forces disperse on landing. This can result in forces being translated up to other structures, like the back, causing pain and discomfort.

Leg length discrepancy is literally a difference in leg length between one and the other. Leg length discrepancy can be structural or functional. To accommodate the difference, the body will adapt and, in some cases, may result in a functional scoliosis. Also, to compensate, muscles and other soft tissues may be affected which can cause pain and discomfort.

Excessive Pronation or over-pronation occurs when the foot and ankle joint collapse in the centre from bearing weight. The foot absorbs axial rotation of the leg during gait and then prepares the body to react against contact with the floor.

Ankle instability can be due to an injury, or due to irregular neuromuscular control of the ankle. Studies have shown a correlation between moderate to severe ankle instability and the risk of low back pain.

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or the past few years, I have often caught myself staring at my daughter contemplating the kind of world she will inherit. Every year that passed it felt the world was tipping ever closer to the brink of no return. A sense of hopelessness always weighed heavily on my heart.

Never have we seen so much war, famine, hatred, and environmental destruction. At times I felt that all hope for humanity was lost.

I have been in touch with many friends and family abroad and no matter whom I speak to they too fear the unknown. My sister-in-law Kam, who works in the UK Health Service, worries over how many more patients she will watch die. My friend Parisa has been stuck in Iran in isolation for over 60 days in a 90-foot square apartment with three other people. Her fear is when or whether she will ever see her husband who is from Madoc, Ontario.

I’ve been in touch with friends working for the WHO in Geneva, who worry about the fate of the world’s most vulnerable people because they’re often the last to receive support. My friend, Alberto who works for the Red Cross, was too late leaving Geneva, is now stuck there while his wife and two young daughters live in Peru. His mother of 70 lives in Lombardy, which is close to one of the hardest hit towns in Italy.

He has already lost many to the virus and lives in constant fear and worry that his mum may be next. I know people who have lost whole families. I have many friends who have lost someone, of all ages. I have a great aunt who died alone and was buried with no family to mourn her. I have no doubt many of you can relate to these real fears, because as you know, COVID-19 does not distinguish between countries, borders, communities, socioeconomic status, age, race or religion; It is felt by us all, even in Sharbot Lake.

However, now amongst all of the fear, tragedy and death brought on by COVID-19, I finally see a glimmer of hope. A sign of how life was intended to be, with time for others, full of creativity, love, compassion and unselfishness. The pandemic has shown us that we can work together. Communities, politicians, governments and countries are setting aside their differences to work together for a common purpose.

Never in our history has the interconnectedness of the world been so apparent as it is now. There is almost no part of the world left untouched by the virus. No matter where you are from, whether Sharbot Lake, New York, or a remote indigenous tribe from the Amazon, we are all experiencing the same emotions, facing the same fears and dealing with the same struggles. We’re now able to relate to each other in ways we never imagined.

Whenever I speak to someone, near or far, I’m reminded of how lucky and grateful I am to be living in Canada, and even more so to be living in Sharbot Lake We are so fortunate to live in a country where our basic needs; health and financial needs are being taken care of. I could not think of a place I’d much rather be. The beauty, tranquility and remoteness of Sharbot Lake offer’s us a safer and peaceful place to live as we get through the virus.

When Sunny and I decided to give up the expat life and move to Sharbot Lake it was to get away from all the chaos and things that were driving us away from our core beliefs, values and relationships.

It was important for us to have our daughter experience all the good that comes from living within a small community where we were close to family and friends.

While we wait to move into our home, we find the humour in living at my parents’ house with 11 people and one dog. It is definitely, not what we had in mind when moving to Sharbot Lake. There are four generations living in the Kaillon household, which means four separate breakfasts, lunches, dinners and bed times. There is never a dull moment in this house.

To cope with two highly active children, we have turned the dining room into a classroom. The kids love the routine and we love having our sanity back. Our school has regular hours, but I cheekily admit that our school curriculum does include TV time.

When I speak to friends with children near and far there are three things in common. Firstly, TV is a necessity for any parent’s survival. Secondly, we go to bed more exhausted than pre COVID-19. Thirdly, we believe teachers should get whatever they ask for! They are the best!

With eleven people in the house there comes a lot of cleaning. While it is exhausting, we’re use to it. Whereas in countries like India, many lower to upper class families are not. We’ve spoken to a few friends who have had to let go of their domestic help due to strict isolation rules.

For many of them it’s the first time they’re experiencing having to clean their own bedroom or bathroom.

Back in Sharbot Lake, I hear many people returning back to the basics by taking up old hobbies or exploring new interests. In our house, my sister is sewing and successfully made a hair tie. We’ve also had to learn to make our own bread due to a lack of supply. Just recently I gave my husband a haircut at home. He will be wearing a hat for a while.

A month ago, I believed technology had become so ingrained in our society that it was negatively affecting how we interact and communicate as humans. I will be the first to admit that texting was my preferred mode of com-

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by Pam Giroux very Easter Sunday for 71 years, Gary Hawley, has accompanied the choirs at St. Andrews Anglican Church with his organ music. This faithful servant of God could not bear the thought of an empty church this Easter and so he decided all on his own, to go and worship God with his music.

He happened to mention his intentions to his old friend, Marcel Giroux, who asked if he could come with me to listen. Gary agreed and so it was the three of us who were worshipping God in song this past Easter Sunday.

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aster this year was going to be different for so many families. Loretta Hole and her partner Dale Younge wanted to make a difference. While Practicing Social Distancing, The Easter Bunny (Dale Younge) visited families on Easter Sunday bringing smiles to the faces of young and old alike. They were especially wanting to make a difference for the families who had young children. While stoping to surprise people they discovered that some families had been unable able to do any Easter shopping, and their surprise had made all the difference.

Everyone was excited to see the Bunny and it brought everyone so much joy in the midst of such an uncertain time. “It’s a day we will never forget”

munication. It was easy, fast, involved very little human interaction and felt less awkward. Now, with COVID-19 I’ve never felt such an insatiable need to be in touch with friends and family over the phone or video chat. It has made me get comfortable with the uncomfortable. In this house we’re leveraging technology to help us check in on family and friends as well as meet new people through work.

We also use it to stay informed. If it wasn’t for sitting on the sofa watching CBC one morning. I would never have thought of creating a Caremongering site and later the COVID-19 support group in Sharbot Lake. Both these initiatives have allowed me to continue to do what I love, which is to help people.

When COVID-19 is past us, I hope we do not forget this brief moment in history when we as a world came together and shared in one common experience. I hope we embrace a new way of life where human interaction is more important than instant gratification from phones.

Let this be the change we have long hoped for. As decades of pollution disappear and the Himalayan peaks become visible, I pray that we too begin to see a glimmer of hope for a kinder and happier world.

intrepid organist.

The final piece of music was one I knew very well: “This is a Day The Lord has made, Let us Rejoice and be Glad”.

I told Gary at the conclusion that I sang my heart out as tears streamed down my cheeks. Gary’s determination to do what he usually did Easter Sunday brought great joy, strengthening our spirits. I believe we were sending out uplifting prayer in song to our whole Community. A Community that is coming together in unimaginable ways in spite of physical distancing. Gary’s prayerful music strengthens us. We will prevail with the help of God, Creator of us all.

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The phones will be answered Monday-Friday from 9am12pm and 1pm-4pm.

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We will continue to screen at the door and will not be allowing any patients with respiratory symptoms or fever into the building.

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We would like to thank our patients and the community for their cooperation and consideration at this time and stress the importance of continued social distancing!

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Card of Thanks Thank You ~ Broznicky We would like to express our love and gratitude to the friends and family who came to our aid in our time of need.

We would also like to thank the South Frontenac Fire Department, Rebekahs and Oddfellows and of Harrowsmith, Pastor Phil Wilson, Moscow and Yarker United Churches, and also our closeknit community (may God bless and keep you all) Terry and Colleen Broznicky

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Donald W.E. Hunter “Don” of Plevna, passed away at the Lennox & Addington County General Hospital on Monday, April 6, 2020. Loving husband of Betty Hunter.

Cherished father of Jennifer Hunter (Chris Ladoucier) of Belleville, Heather (Shawn Avery) of Kingston, Kelly (Rodney Watkins) of Ardoch. Cherished grandpa to Cole, Austin, Quentin, Lincoln, Kristen and Sarah.

Pre-deceased by his parents Gordon and Beth Hunter formerly of Napanee. Survived by his brother Douglas (Jan) Hunter of Belleville, his sister Diane (Gilles St. Onge) of Napanee, sister-in-law Sharon Hunter of Kingston. Pre-deceased by his brother David Hunter. Don had a great sense of humor and was well known for some of the sayings he’d come up with. He would always help anyone when needed without being asked. He also loved his animals be it a dog, cat or a goat and he had all of those mostly at the same time. Don was born in Morven and grew up helping on the family farm till the age of 16.

He loved outdoor life: hunting, fishing and camping. He apprenticed as a carpenter and worked in the Kingston area until moving to Ompah in December 1987. He continued to work as a carpenter and also started logging.

He eventually turned to logging, even sawing lumber and kiln drying it and selling firewood until he was no longer able. Cremation has taken place with Milestone Funeral Center.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be contributed to the North Frontenac Fire Dept., L&A Hospital Foundation or the River of Life Christian Fellowship. Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com

Grocery shopping ain’t what it used to be

by Wilma Kenny nyone who shops regularly at the Foodland in Sydenham (or Verona or Northbrook) will have noticed a lot of big changes: we can no longer come in exactly when we please, wander randomly around pawing through the produce bins, or chat in the aisles.

Now we may wonder whether this trip could cost us our lives, or someone else’s life. It’s beyond strange that this last comment, which would have been dismissed as irrational hysteria a month ago, is now a fact, a very real possibility.

Yesterday when I asked Dave Stacey, the manager of Sydenham Foodland, about the changes the store had had to make in order to adapt to the Covid threat, he referred me to the Sobey’s online site for further information.

“Some of our stores have temporarily adjusted their hours to appropriately manage physical distancing, while ensuring we’re sanitized and restocked for the next day. (Sydenham: 8-8 on weekdays, 8-6 Sat & Sun. See exception for seniors

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OBITUARY RIDDELL, Ella Irene Ella Irene Moore went to be with her lord on Monday April 6, 2020 in her 102 yr. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Riddell. Jill Dunn (David) of Toronto, Loving grandmother to Darcy (Her Boy). Sister of Ernie Moore (Shelva), of Prescott, sadly missed by many nieces & nephews and friends. In light of present health regulations, there will be a private family graveside service. If desiring, donations can be made to Nipigon Pentecostal Assembly, 121 Greenmantle Dr, Nipigon, On, P0T 2J0 and would be appreciated by the family. Arrangement in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

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To date, we’ve Installed plexiglass cashier shields as a safeguard to protect our staff and customers. (In Sydenham, shower curtains provide protection between adjoining cashiers.)

Introduced “Seniors Shopping Hour” for the first hour of the day. (7-8 am) Installed floor markers at check out to help facilitate a two-metre distance between customers.

Created a process for our staff to wash their hands every 15 minutes.

We’re supporting our staff who need to be away from work because of self quarantine or to care for family members at home so they do not need to choose between their health or family and their income.

Our stores have rolled out additional “Physical Distancing” measures to facilitate safety in our stores. We will limit the number of customers in our stores based on a calculation of our square footage and the number of available open cashier lanes.

When a store is at capacity for safe shopping (in Sydenham, this is 25 shoppers), customers will be asked to line up outside. Our staff will reinforce physical distancing in the lineup and, when necessary, follow a one-in, one-out protocol.

“One-way aisles” (see arrows on the floors) will ensure customers do not pass too closely together when going in opposite directions We’re encouraging customers, to the extent they are able, to designate one family member to shop for their family.

To minimize contact, we are asking customers who bring reusable bags to pack their own groceries.”

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It’s my personal observation that most people have accepted these changes very well, and are grateful to their neighbours who are facing the risk of working with a large number of the public on a daily basis.

I’m also sure there are some few who because of fear, disbelief, cabin fever, or a combination of all three have shown their distress through anger and rudeness toward these restrictions and the people tasked with enforcing them.

At a time like this, some days I find it hard to get past just wishing this whole nightmare was not real. Overall though, since it is real, I feel very fortunate to be living in this community.

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n the Christian faith tradition, the cross is of special significance particularly at Easter. Our biblical hero Jesus Christ was crucified on the cross as a common criminal of the day.

He overcame death, rose from the dead and left the linen grave cloths behind in the empty tomb. Decorating the cross with a white linen cloth is a visual presentation and reminder of these fantastic happenings with the transformation of an instrument of terror to a sign of comfort and hope.

While many churches planted crosses outside, Sharbot Lake United enhanced their indoor cross in their empty sanctuary.

Many other Easter symbols have significance with the Easter egg representing the empty tomb out of which Jesus emerged- in new life; the Easter lily representing a trumpet or a horn that peals out the good news of Easter.

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April 16, 2020 Columns continued from page 5 • Ross Clow, Brian Keith, Sabiastian Daye, Susie Bryden, Suzanna McGregor, Jocelyn Murphy, Tyriel Flieler, Doug and Dave Taylor, Steve Henderson; and Doreen Woods and Kathy Buffam, two residents of SLRR. • Anniversaries are Ron and Bev Ruttan.

• Our sympathy to the family of Ronnie Badour and Suzanne Barr, who recently passed away.

• We wish everyone that is missing their family Happy Easter and hope this virus gradually disappears.

OMPAH Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com 613-479-2570 Marily Seitz seitz@xplornet.ca 613-479-2855 • More sad news in Ompah: Long time resident, Don Hunter, passed away last week.

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THE FRONTENAC NEWS Hotel for several years. Don was also known as the ultimate drywall installer. More recently, many folks depended on Don to plow them out in the winter. In the summer, he was often seen on the road in his tractor, heading to and from his logging site. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Betty, former NF Councillor, and the rest of the family.

Please feel free to sign the card of condolence in the Community Centre foyer. There are pens, gloves, wipes and hand sanitizer available, though you are welcome to bring your own pen. If you are unable to get to the hall, Marily will be happy to add your name to the card for Don's family. Contact her to ensure your name is added. (613-479-2855 or seitz@xplornet.ca).

• While out for a walk around the property, I came across a swamp that is a lake in the spring. Most springs, a pair of ducks raise their young there. While the swamp/lake was partially open in the warmth last week, the cold nights had caused it to freeze over.

As I walked by, I heard a couple of ducks flying towards me. They circled the lake and landed - or actually skidded several feet and then took off again. I was not close enough

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Township of Addington Highlands Office – 613-336-2286 Land O’ Lakes Community Services – 613-336-8934 Prince Edward Lennox Addington Social Services – 1-866-354-0957 Ontario Provincial Police – Non-Emergency Calls – 1-888-310-1122 KFL&A Covid-19 Information – 1-800267-7875 Telehealth Ontario – 1-866-797-0000 Addiction Mental Health Services KFL&A – 1-866-267-7877 We understand that not all residents have access to the information that we are putting on our website or Facebook page, if you have questions, please contact the Township office and we will try to assist in answering those questions. The office is being staffed; however, you may be put through to a voice mail when you call. Please be re-assured that any message you leave is being monitored and someone will get back to you.

Please remember to self-isolate, wash your hands frequently and maintain personal distancing if you do need to go out for essentials such as groceries.

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to see if they were embarrassed. LOL. • Please stay safe and healthy, and remember to thank those who are keeping us healthy and safe with supplies.

• More sad news. I just received word that long time resident Cletus McDonald passed away in Kingston of cancer. Cletus was born and raised on Canonto Road, worked at the dairy in Peterborough until moving back home upon retirement. When he and wife Geraldine could no longer manage on their own, they moved to Lanark to live with his son Leslie and wife Sharon. Geraldine is now living at Lanark Lodge. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. A condolence card will be at the Community Centre

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• I know it sounds old hat but it bears repeating: big thank you to all those on the front lines of the medical fields, including janitors and cleaners, also truck drivers, food servicers and to all those practising social distancing. Canadians are friendly, sociable and need the closeness of their families and friends, but we all have to do our part by keeping our distance. Come on, Canada, pull together because this is what makes us strong.

• Congratulations to Aileen Wagar, who turned 97 years young last week.

• We are thinking of all those who have had to put their cancer treatments on hold.

• Anyone wishing to help the cause by making face masks: I have quilt material. If you need any, please call 613-375-6219.

• It is just so nice to walk outside your house and hear the birds sing and see signs of spring and new growth. Tulips and daffodils will be in full bloom.

• The Parham Fair Ground’s playground, as well as the track, is now out of bounds.

• Once again, hats off to the organizers of the Easter Brunch. What a well organized event for pick up and delivery of a delicious meal. The meat alone was WOW, huge!!!

Thank you to everyone that played a part in this adventure, whether it was helping to organize, donating, delivery, or simply by purchasing or sponsoring a meal. 200 meals for 800 people were sold out in 72 hours - amazing!!! Thanks again. I know it made me feel great to sponsor and deliver meals to special people in my family - but it was sad that I wasn't able to sit and enjoy it with them. Oh well, a phone call from Gramma to say thanks was all I needed, to hear the love in her voice. Miss you, Gram & Doug… We will get in those hugs once this has passed.

• Thanks to District #4 Recreation Committee for continuing to do your part for the environment by cleaning up the garbage

Township of Addington Highlands Public Notice – Cancellation of Regular Council Meeting Due to COVID-19, the Township will be cancelling its April 21, 2020 Regular Meeting which was to be held in Denbigh at 7 pm.

Public Notice Special Council Meeting In place of the Regular Council Meeting of April 21, 2020, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands will be holding a Special Council Meeting on April 21, 2020 at 1 pm at the Council Chambers in Flinton.

The meeting will be for the purpose of considering the cancellation of penalty and interest on outstanding 2020 taxes.

For the full agenda please refer to the Township’s web-page.

Members of Council will be participating electronically as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Public is invited to watch a livestream of the meeting using the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCLO7ewt7KGVJwxvj_iRvYHg/ Further information may be obtained by calling (613) 336-2286 during normal office hours, Mon-Fri or emailing to: clerk@ addingtonhighlands.ca

PAGE 9 along the roadsides. It is so disheartening to see all the trash that has been simply tossed out the window. And even more disheartening when you walk that same path that you just cleaned up and the trash is back. Let's all do our part and dispose of the garbage where it should be.

• Congratulations to Paul Clarke on his recent retirement.

• Happy Birthday to Dorothy Cowen, Derek Teal, Nolan Teal, Sylvia Emmons, Anna LeClair, Diane LeClair, Paul Clarke, Mikey Martin, Peyton Monk and Emily Mallette.

• Parham United responded to the cross challenge with this decorated cross, placed at the church ramp on Easter Sunday. The flowers on the cross represent the idea that an instrument of torture was transformed into an object of beauty and a reminder of our own transformation. As well, the bells pealed out cheerily with the good news of Easter. Although folks could not meet at the church, they became the church in their homes by praying, calling up folks, caring, cooking and sharing remotely, and watching on-line worship services.

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Rhonda Watkins 613 479-2447 rhonda139@gmail.com • I would like to start off this column by sending out big happy 49th birthday wishes today, Thurs, April 16th , to my field correspondent, best friend and partner in life, Lonnie Watkins! Lonnie helps me gather interesting news items for this column each week and I want to let him know how grateful I am and how much I appreciate everything he does for our family! I love you, Lonnie!

• I think it is unanimous right now in the community how much we all appreciate the amazing service and efforts Bill James and his staff are providing us at the North of 7!

The staff is always very kind and helpful and the store is always stocked up so well, considering everything going on right now. If there are items that you are looking for that are not in the store, Bill has been offering to go into Kingston and try and find what we need. You just have to remember to contact him on Mondays by closing at (613) 4642155, so he has time to add you to his list.

• If you would like to write down North of 7’s business hours for your reference, they are still operating Mon – Sat 8-6 and Sun 9-5 for groceries, gas and propane. The restaurant is still open for take out Fri and Sats 11-7.

This week is supporting your local Take Out Restaurant week. Will you be enjoying a meal to go from North of 7 this weekend, too?

• The Ontario Government has prohibited all recreational camping on crown land as of April 9, 2020. They will continue to monitor our situation and re-evaluate as needed.

• I heard that Murray Finch and Richard McIlveen saw that the last little bit of ice on the east end of Gull Lake disappeared April 9th! It is so nice to see Spring finally arriving!

• Thank you to The North Frontenac Community Control Group, who has been under a tremendous amount of stress over the last 3 weeks. This team has worked tirelessly to keep on top of ever-changing information, orders and announcements. Their communication strategies are handling false information, clarifying Government announcements and providing updates daily as they try to keep our Community informed during this Covid-19 Pandemic. The group members are Mayor Ron Higgins, CAO; Cheryl Robson, Admin Assistant; Brooke Hawley, Treasurer; Kelly Watkins, Clerk; Tara Mieske, Fire Chief; Eric Korhonen, Recreation; Corey Klatt, Communications; Stan Seitz and Public Works; Darwyn Sproule. Our community appreciates all your efforts, guys!

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Maintaining good mental health in these times

by Gary Glover- Counsellor, Sharbot Lake Family Health Team All of us are experiencing some degree of stress as we deal with the current pandemic and this puts a strain on our mental health. Good mental health requires two basic things; safety and connection. The most basic challenge to our mental health is the sense that we have no control over what is happening to us and that we (and/or our loved ones), are in danger. This is literally the definition of trauma.

The way that we can deal with these types of traumatic challenges is to assert control over what we can control in order to maintain safety and connection and good mental health.

It may be useful to think of safety in three ways. The first is obviously physical safety and we are receiving evolving and sometimes confusing information about maintaining our physical safety which we need to adapt to as our understanding evolves but it’s useful to remember that our primary healthcare clinicians are filtering this information with our best interests in mind. I personally trust my doctors and nurses and they’re giving us the clear message to practice strict social and physical distancing and live as healthy a lifestyle as possible, with good food, exercise, sleep and routine. Following these recommendations gives me a sense of personal control over my physical safety.

Another form of safety is emotional safety. This is the ability to recognize, express and process the messages our emotions are giving us. This is a vulnerable process as we experience the sadness of losing aspects of our daily life for this time.

We need the safe space to grieve these losses, just as we need the safe space to experience our anxieties, and sometimes guilt, anger, and even happiness. This can be difficult when we need to maintain a brave face in order to protect vulnerable loved ones so we need to find friends or professionals who can provide that safe place. In my experience, unexpressed emotion is at the root of much of the mental distress people bring into counseling. I have included a list of available resources for this at the end of the article.

A third form of safety is psychological safety and this can be understood as needing to be heard, believed and valued for our thoughts, actions and existence.

All of these aspects of safety rely on connection. We are a social species that survives by connection and this is severely challenged right now. There are three types of connection that give resiliency and good mental health.

The first is connection to our self; our deep values and passions and sense of who we are, and this is informed to large part by listening to our emotions and bodily sensations and thoughts. Often we are working so hard to meet the expectations of others that we don’t listen to what we need to do to feel good about ourselves and it can be a challenge to listen to these inner voices when we are not busy with jobs and other social obligations but it gives us good sense of purpose

and control when we start being and doing what we need to and want to, rather than what we’re supposed to.

The second is connection to the people we love, and that love us, with good boundaries to prevent abuse by those that only use us for their own needs, and are not there for us when we need them. This does not apply to dependents, of course, where we cannot rely on a child or other vulnerable dependent to satisfy our needs. Those needs must be satisfied by other capable adults. This is challenged by the current requirement for social distancing but people are using the phone and internet to maintain these social connections in novel and creative ways.

The third form of connection is to “something bigger than ourselves�, whether that be religion or personal spirituality or some other form of understanding our place in the big picture. This sense of connection gives us a feeling of personal agency and meaning which is comforting and empowering in difficult times.

If we tend to our human needs for safety and connection we can maintain good mental health in these difficult times and beyond.

It is worth mentioning that some of the symptoms of deteriorating mental health include increased coping with substance use, disturbed sleep or eating patterns, emotional overwhelming or numbing, irritability, distraction and conflict. If you notice these or other disturbing changes in your life, it’s wise to address them at as early a stage as possible.

I continue to have phone appointments with clients who are patients of the Sharbot Lake Family Health team and we are in the process of setting up secure online face to face sessions. Appointments can be made by calling the office at 613-279-2100.

In addition, and for people who are not patients at the SLFHT, here are a list of community resources. For anyone new to any of these services it is important to know that your privacy and confidentiality is protected by law with the only exception being a duty to report child abuse or potential harm to self or others.

General Information: Telehealth Ontario- for any health related questions- 1-866797-0000 www.southeasthealthline.ca or 310-2222 (no area code required) for information on all health related services in this area.

Canadian Mental Health Assoc. helpline -1-866-531-2600 Telephone Mental Health Support KFLA Crisis Line- 1-800-616-6005 or 613-544-4229 Kids help phone- 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 Online resources: Enter “Big White Wall� in your search engine. Anonymous peer support and online counselors Enter “Bounceback� in your search engine or call 1-866-345-

Continued from page 1 move that statement,� said North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higreports budget increases for all of the municipalities we cover in the same way, by comparing the amount to be raised through taxes with the previous budget year.)

That figure includes an allocation of 0.65% for building up a reserve fund to cover infrastructure replacement costs.

The only change in the budget document had nothing to do with the tally, just with a side provision.

During budget talks in November, Council decided to phase out its support for transportation programs that operate in Frontenac County.

The money had been requested by Southern Frontenac Community Services ($48.000) and Frontenac Transportation Services ($48,000), which is a division of Rural Frontenac Community Services.

Frontenac County has supported the two transportation programs for almost 20 years, but in November, Council decided that 2020 would be the last year.

In order to make that clear, the motion to approve the budget included the following statement: “During the budget deliberations, the Committee of the Whole recommended $96,000 to be funded from reserves for the Rural Frontenac Transportation Services and Southern Frontenac Community Services, and further, that both organizations be advised that all future funding from the county will cease.�

Since November of last year, the mayors from South, Central and North Frontenac have been hearing from ratepayers who expressed support for the two transportation programs.

The programs help seniors, disabled adults, children, Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program recipients and the general public get to medical appointments, programs, and shopping destinations. “I’ve received a lot of emails and comments about that statement. People depend on these services. I'd like to re-

gins.�

All of the other council members agreed and the statement was pulled. “We could simply revert back to our old way of funding them,� said Councillor Bill Macdonald. “They should know they are invited to come to us in the summer with their budget, as they have done in the past. We don’t automatically fund them,� said South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal. “Should we let them know the statement has been pulled,� said Councillor Alan Revill. “They will know,� said Warden Frances Smith.

Ron Vandewal voted against the budget, and since he has two votes as Mayor of the largest township, the motion to approve the budget was listed as a 7-2 vote.

Statement from the Warden Warden Smith delivered a statement at the start of the meeting. “We are 15 days into our state of emergency,� she said. “Paramedics and nursing staff have been going above the call of duty. Kudos to them. The Howe Island ferry has been making sacrifices to limit the number of cars. Our economic development team is still doing work to support businesses. All county staff have been working behind the scenes, but doing a lot. I would like to thank the health unit, and Dr. Moore, for keeping us all in touch. I’d like to thank everyone for coming together at this time, our front-line township staff have been going above and beyond to serve the community.

Kudos to them all.�

Housekeeping Council approved a number of proposals that were left over from the March 15 meeting, which was canceled due to the onset of a state of emergency in the province. One of those was to accept $45,000, in funding from the province,

Mental Health Counsellor: Gary Glover, MSW, RSW 0224 for access to materials to help manage symptoms of depression or anxiety Facebook group – “Caremongering Sharbot Lake , AreaCommunity Response to Covid 19 Specific Group Supports Maltby Youth Mental Health- 1-844-855-8340, or 613-5468535 Rural Frontenac Community Services, Family Counselling -613-279-3151 ext 206 Good2Talk –Support for Post secondary students- 1-866925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868 Good Minds-Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte-MH and addictions through an indigenous lens .-613-967-0122 Metis Nation of Ontario Addictions and Mental Health Programs- 613-549-1674 ext 307 Interval House- 1-800-267-9445 LGBT Youth Line- text 647-694-4275 (Presented as a public service. Sponsored by the Sharbot Lake Family Health and The Frontenac News to undertake a review of the economic development department. Another was to accept the final report of a review of ambulance services.

The report on remuneration for council members in 2019 was also received. Council members received $12,000 each plus expenses, the deputy warden, $14,300 plus expenses, and the warden (Ron Higgins in 2019) just under $29,000 plus expenses.

Subdivision approval processes extended – Given the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the draft plans of approval for three subdivisions, the Johnston Point subdivision, the 2292 Sands Road subdivision (Ouellette) and the Cranberry Cove subdivision, all located in the former Storrington Township in South Frontenac, will be extended until January 29th, 2021.

The draft plans were set to lapse this coming summer, but those deadlines will be difficult to meet under the current circumstances, and the planning department recommended they be extended. Council agreed.

Upcoming in May South Frontenac Mayor Vandewal said that a report concerning a proposal to permit motorised vehicles on the K&P trail between the trailhead at Hardwood Creek in Verona, to Craig Road, north of Verona, will be coming in May. “I will recommend that we make it a one-year trial period and review it after that. That is how we handled Sunday hunting and ATV’s on township roads, and it worked well,� he said.

North Frontenac Mayor Higgins submitted a notice of motion to review seniors housing at the May meeting of council.

Frontenac County is set to meet next on May 13. The regular April meeting, which was to take place on the 15th,

has been cancelled.

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OPP report

They have it backwards Impaired driver charged over Easter Weekend

How strange the quiet is. I heard a plane 3 nights ago. We’re on a bit of a flight path, so without the near-constant sound of planes, and without the sound of trains and cars going by, our world is becoming less polluted. Maybe we’ll become better, more in touch with ourselves, a better version of ourselves.

It seems that this great place we live has offered an even better version of itself.

Thank you caremongers. On Easter Sunday, I received an amazing gift. A large box, containing a big pork roast, roasting vegetables, pop, juice boxes, a large and yummy apple crumble and some of Ludwig’s delicious chocolate, was left on my doorstep. What a beautiful gift! Thank you. I don’t know who else was involved in preparing & delivering, but thank you. Thank you.

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burn ban, fine, it always rains steady after they bring it in, but banning campfires? We enjoy sitting around the campfire, distancing ourselves, and cannot understand why a campfire ban. How many of those have gotten away last year?

I got my taxes in the mail on the same day that I heard a lady Mayor on the radio saying that people who own cottages shouldn't occupy them during the Covid crisis as it might put too much strain on local resources.

Who pays more for these resources than waterfront cottage owners? What she said is very easy to understand, send us your money, but don't darken our doorstep.

Won't be voting for that one. The elected officials and the bureaucrats they appoint have forgotten that they serve us and not the other way round.

Bob Craigue

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n Saturday April 11, 2020 shortly before 2:30 a.m. Frontenac Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint from a concerned motorist about an aggressive driver on Road 38 near West Port Road.

Officers located the vehicle in the area of the complaint and attempted to stop it but the driver sped away and began driving on the K&P Trail. Officers blocked the vehicle on the trail and were able to speak to the driver.

As a result of the investigation, Matthew Cumpson, a 27 year old from South

Frontenac Ontario was charged with: impaired driving, having over 80 milligrams of alcohol in the blood while operating a motor vehicle, flight from police and dangerous driving The accused's driver's licence was suspended for 90 days and the motor vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston at a later date.

Fresh egg food bank fundraiser ori Galligan, who lives near Harrowsmith with her husband and children, raises chickens and she has developed a plan to sell eggs and donate all the money that is raised to the South Frontenac Food bank.

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The Galligan’s have a small flock and they are increasing its size so they can offer more eggs in the future. Anyone who is interested in purchasing eggs, can call Lori at 613-3726240

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News & Public Notices

FREE BRUSH DROP OFF DAYS SFFR will accommodate as many vehicles as possible during the scheduled times below. We ask that no brush be dropped off outside of the scheduled dates and times due to risk of fire, and remind residents that they are subject to fines for any illegal dumping at the site. All dates and times will be subject to inclement weather including heavy rain and high winds.

Any cancellations will be posted on the Township Website 24 hours prior to the scheduled dates.

Drop off Location: Just North of 5012 Quarry Road, Hartington, On Dates and Times: Saturday April 18, 2020 – 9am – 3pm Saturday April 25, 2020 – 9am – 3pm Directions: Off Road 38 in Hartington, & head West on Boyce Rd Turn Right on Quarry Rd, Head North for 3.5km Arrive just North of 5012 Quarry Road – follow signage.

STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARATION: COVID-19 INFECTIOUS DISEASE During this difficult time, the Township is asking everyone in our community to take physical distancing seriously, especially around vulnerable populations and to stay at home to reduce the likelihood of further transmission. This includes: • self-isolation, • maintaining at least 2 metre distance from others, • avoiding all unnecessary travel, washing your hands often, • regularly disinfecting high touch zones in shared spaces in your home.

By acting decisively as a community, we can ensure the safety and well-being of our residents is maintained. For more information and the full statement, see our website.

INTERIM TAX NOTICES DUE APRIL 30, 2020 Interim Tax Notices have all been issued – If you haven’t received your Interim Tax Notice yet, you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 Ext. 2200 or email us at taxes@southfrontenac.net. The Interim Tax notice amount is based on 35% of the annualized 2019 tax rate and assessment value.

PLANNING INQUIRIES We encourage inquiries to be submitted using email (planning@southfrontenac.net) or via our intake forms on our website at www.southfrontenac.net under Open for Business/Planning & Development.

Prior to submitting a planning application, applicants are required to have a pre-consultation appointment with the Planner. Times for pre-consultation appointments can be made by calling extension 2224. Due to COVID-19 office closures, these consultations will be via telephone. Booking a pre-consultation appointment helps us evaluate your application and provides you with important information about the process.

BUILDING INQUIRIES While our office is closed to the public, Building staff remain available to respond to inquiries and assist in the processing of applications via phone and email. We encourage inquiries to be submitted using email (building@southfrontenac.net).

Frequently asked questions are available on our website at www.southfrontenac.net under Open for Business/Building.

BUILDING AND PLANNING APPLICATIONS We are continuing to accept Building and Planning applications and payments (cheques only) while our office is closed to the public. Applications are available on our website at www.southfrontenac.net under Open for Business. Applications can be submitted by placing them in the in the large drop box at the front door of the Township Office, 4432 George Street, Sydenham.

At this time, staff continue to check applications for completeness and undertake technical review but are unable to issue new building permits or issue decisions on planning applications requiring public meetings until the COVID 19 Provincial Emergency Order has been lifted.

Building inspections on already issued building permits will continue subject to the following protocol given current social distancing recommendations: • Building Inspectors will not enter occupied buildings.

• Inspectors will not engage in interpersonal contact at sites.

• Prior to attending sites, staff will inquire if any persons on the site or related to the site are exhibiting symptoms associated with the COVID-19 virus have been exposed to a probable case of the virus, or are in self-isolation.

PROTECT YOUR COLLECTOR! Follow Safe Waste Disposal Guidelines During Covid-19 During this trying time, we ask all residents to try to limit their trash generation and do their part to keep collectors and their families safe. Your garbage should be generated from your daily living only and not a result of spring cleaning. If anyone in your household is sick or symptomatic, please double bag all tissues, masks and PPE then place in your trash keeping within the weight limit and tag.

Please respect our Collection workers as they continue to do a vital job for our community and remember that these individuals are doing their best to stay healthy as well.

CALL TO VISITORS & SEASONAL PROPERTY OWNERS As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve locally, it is vital that we all do our part to help flatten the curve. In an effort to keep our community safe and reduce the impact on regional health care centres and local supply chains, the Township is encouraging cottagers and recreational visitors to delay their arrival this spring. Please note that this request does not apply to those that must return home to their primary domestic residence; however, we remind everyone that the Federal government’s mandatory 14-day isolation period applies to all those returning from abroad. See www.southfrontenac.net for more details.

TOTAL FIRE BAN IN EFFECT Please be advised that effective Friday, March 20, 2020, there is a total burning ban in effect across the Township of South Frontenac. Despite some rain in the forecast, the ground remains very dry. A total fire ban means absolutely no open air burning including cooking fires, charcoal barbeques, and fireworks; but does not include cooking appliances with a mechanical shutoff.

SFFR will be ramping up its enforcement beginning April 10, 2020, in order to reduce the effects of illegal burning. The increased enforcement will include levying fees for emergency dispatch to illegal fires. Fees are outlined in the Township’s Burning By-law No. 2012-68 and range from $75 for a basic response and investigation of a complaint, to $410 per vehicle plus firefighter wages for larger responses COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 30, 2020 Submissions 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 April 30th, 2020. For more information and to access the related forms, visit our website at www.southfrontenac.net/ communitygrants

TOWN HALL UPCOMING MEETINGS • Council Meeting – April 14, 2020 at 7:00 pm – see website for details.

Temporary Closure of South Frontenac Offices & Facilities Due to the developing COVID-19 pandemic, the Township of South Frontenac has decided to close the following facilities to the public until further notice: • All Administrative Offices • All Waste Disposal sites • All township owned facilities & meeting rooms • South Frontenac Museum • All Outdoor Amenities (i.e. fields, dog park, benches & gazebos) While offices will be closed to the public, most municipal services will continue to be delivered and public communications via telephone and email will remain in place during business hours. Your patience & cooperation during this time is greatly appreciated.

4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0 1-800-559-5862 Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm • www.southfrontenac.net

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Owen Sound Attack prospect has roots in Perth Road

by Jeff Green lthough Corbin Votary is from Napanee, his last name will be familiar to many in Frontenac County. He has deep family roots in the Perth Road region, and his grandparents Allan and Brenda still live there.

Corbin is a goalie, and follows in the tradition of elite goalies from Frontenac County, with NHL player and Olympic medalist Mike Smith being the most prominent, and Los Angeles Kings prospect and former Soo Greyhounds star Matt Villalta, following in Smith's footsteps.

Corbin has played most of his hockey until now in the Quinte Red Devils organization out of Belleville. The Red Devils have won the Ontario Minor Hockey Association championships two years running, and Corbin was recently drafted by the Owen Sound Attack of the Ontario Hockey League.

“Normally he would be going to the Attack's rookie camp in July, trying to earn his way to the full team training camp in August, but the rookie camp has been cancelled due to COVID,” said Corbin's father Larry Votary, “they have invited Corbin to their main camp in August, so he has a shot at making the team.”

The two goalies on the Attack roster

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from 2019-2020 are both still eligible for the 2020-21 season, but Corbin, with 4 years of eligibility, has a chance to be a key player in future years for the Attack.

“I know I have a low chance to crack the line-up this year, but I am going to prepare for the camp as best I can and will do my best to make it,” Corbin said.

Goalies tend to develop more slowly than other players, so it is pretty rare for a 16-year old goalie to make an OHL team, Corbin added.

If he does not make the team this year, he has quite a few options to consider in the Junior A ranks.

“I will play wherever I have the best chance to progress,” he said.

Ever since he started playing hockey, Corbin wanted to play goal.

“When I was growing up, I remember seeing these goalies on tv, They looked so cool, almost like robots. It brought a spark to me. My dad wanted me to learn the basics by playing other positions, which I did for a while, but I kept on bagging at him about being a goalie until he finally gave in and let me try it.

And I haven’t looked back,” he said.

Even though he is still a young goalie, Corbin has already been working with a support team that includes some coach-

es with stellar records of their own, including Charline Labonte, three-time Olympic gold medal winner with the Canadian women's team. He even uses a sports psychologist from Montreal.

Luckily, the impact of the COVID lockdown has had minimal impact on Corbin so far. His hockey season was not impacted apart from the cancellation of a post-season tournament, and although he would normally be in the gym four days a week at this time of year, he is working out at home as best he can.

He has a two-week rest break coming up when he wouldn't be doing anything even under normal circumstances, and then he will start to prepare himself for the training camp in August.

“Of course, we don't know anything right now about whether there will be a camp in August or later than that, but I will be ready for August anyway, even if I have to make do and work out at home with limited equipment all summer.”

He is also able to stay in touch with his coaching team online, even if he can't see them in person.

For now, he is pursuing school online at home, while preparing for a future between the pipes.

Corbin Votary holdingthe OMHA trophy in hte midget division

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