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Holy Wa ater!

There is an old saying that claims that “You don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone”. Songs have even been written on the topic. And in theory, we all know this. But there is nothing like experiencing first hand the loss of something--or God forbid, someone--to put things into perspective.

This winter was particularly hard on our house. When summer comes, we will have many things to repair. Our roof is leaking, some of our eavesdrops have fallen… But most of all, we need to fix an old sewer line that is now constantly leaking into our basement.

Because of that leak--clear grounds water, and not sewer, thank God!--our hot water tank busted. Therefore, we spent an entire week-end waterless.

This really made me realize just how much we take what we consider the basic necessities in life for granted, when they are in fact luxuries. Running water, even when cold, is something we could not live without. Yet, in many countries, it is a rare commodity more precious than gold. In these areas, women, men and children oftentimes have to walk miles and miles to get to the nearest well to gather daily rations of drinking water for their families, then walk all the way back home with that heavy load. All I have to do is turn the tap! Imagine that!

According to Scientific American, one quarter of the world population still has no access to electricity. Vast parts of the world also don’t have access to modern fuels such as natural gas or propane and rely solely on wood or charcoal to cook and heat up their homes. They have to gather twigs, cut branches and start the fire from scratch every day.

All I have to do is press the arrow up on my fancy thermostat and I’m warm. Imagine that!

When the water tank broke, my initial reaction was anger. I got very upset over the fact that my rental company couldn’t come to replace the said tank before Monday. “Off with your heads!”, I yelled as I got ready for war.

Then reality “soaked” in. I felt ashamed. When I stopped acting like a child long enough to see things for what they were, I suddenly started to appreciate the fact that at least, I had a roof over my head. I was warm; I had clothes on my back. I was well fed. I may not have had hot water, but I sure had a stove to heat water on. I also had friends who came over to lend me a hand. Most of all, I had my family. My week-end of minute inconveniences reminded me that I am part of the lucky minority. Afterall, most of the world probably wishes they had a fraction of what we do.

Count your blessings...

Julia Lucio, Editor in chief

Instead of comparing our lot with that of those who are more fortunate than we are, we should compare it with the lot of the great majority of our fellow men. It then appears that we are among the privileged.

-Helen Keller

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New ws & Politics Former Mayor passes away - Former Cornwall Mayor and former Chamber of Commerce President Phil Poirier passed away this week at the age of 68. Our condolences go out to family and friends of Mr. Phil Poirier.

Thank you for serving our community through business and politics.

Mayor Eric Duncan signs book of condolence for MP Jim Flaherty - A book of condolence has been set up in both MP Lauzon’s main Constituency Office in Cornwall and his satellite office in Winchester for former MP Jim Flaherty. In this photo MP Guy Lauzon’s Executive Assistant and Warden of the United Counties of SD&G Eric Duncan signing the book in Winchester.

Eric’s first opportunity in public service was a NDDHS Cooperative Education placement in Jim Flaherty’s Whitby office in 2004. If you would like to sign the book of condolence for Jim Flaherty you can do so during regular office hours.

Cornwall parents launch a class action law suit against GM - In 2012, Nick Baker died in a head-on collision while driving his car, a 2006 Saturn Ion. Nicolas was only 22. On March 31 of this year, 18 months after his death, Nick’s parents received a letter from GM. As it has been widely advertised, GM recently issued a worldwide recall on some of its vehicles to fix defects in ignition switches and power steering. One of the cars recalled was Nick’s Ion. According to the allegations contained in the suit, GM was negligent in taking too much time to issue a recall on problems that were known by the company for years. It also alleges that the airbag in the Saturn Ion didn’t deploy in Baker’s crash.

Agapè Centre receives $6,540 from the Feeding Families Fund The Agapè Centre is the recipient of a Feeding Families Fund grant to develop a new program that connects families and children with creating healthy meals at a low cost. Thanks to McCain Foods Canada, Nestlé Canada and Food Banks Canada for supporting a series that will engage fam l es to cook more meals together from “scratch” Each sess on w be ree o charge and offer part c pants oods to take home as we as prov de an easy to use too k t or uture use “ am very exc ted to start th s program at the Agapè Centre We see so many am es come through our doors and are now ab e to offer them a ser es o workshops that w ncrease the r know edge o hea thy nutr t on supports our m ss on ” stated A yssa B a s Execut ve D rector o the Agapè Centre Over the years

the Agapè Centre has experienced an increased demand for services and wants to make certain that no one goes hungry in the community.

New Chair and Vice Chair Appointed to SDG Police Services Board - Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG) Police Services Board announced that Dennis Fife has been reappointed Chair and Bryan McGillis has been newly appointed Vice Chair of the Board for the ensuing year. Dennis Fife, County Councillor of North Stormont has been an active member of the Police Services Board for many years.

“Input provided by the Board drives local policing initiatives to ensure a safe community for the residents of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry. I look forward to continue working with the Detachment Commander, BJ MacDonald and the SDG Police Services Board to ensure we deliver a high level of service to the community.” said Chair Dennis Fife. Bryan McGillis, County Councillor of South Stormont, stated “I am glad to be returning to the SDG Police Services Board and look forward to working with the Board, OPP and County staff to provide effective policing in Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry.”

Work begins to decommission temporary CBSA Port of Entry - The City of Cornwall would like to advise the public that the Canada Border Services Agency has started to decommission the temporary Port of Entry on Brookdale Avenue at the traffic circle. City officials have received a work schedule from CBSA that calls for the temporary site to be cleared by the end of April, with asphalt roadway repair completed by the end of May. Should everything proceed according to schedule, it’s expected the northbound detour will be removed and the northbound lanes of Brookdale Avenue will reopen to traffic by the end of the month.

Arts & Culture Tracy Lalonde is a Top 10 Regional Finalist for CBC Searchlight Competition Tracy La onde who recent y re eased a five song EP produced and eng neered by Graham Greer o the Barstoo Prophets has advanced another round n the CBC Search ght Compet t on Tracy La onde s now a Top 10 Reg ona F na st or that

competition. If you would like to see Tracy Lalonde in concert, she is opening for the Graham Greer trio at Lola’s Pub on Saturday May 3rd. If you would like to vote for Tracy Lalonde and help in her pursuit to win this competition, you can vote here daily: http://m.music.cbc.ca/artists/Tracy-Lalonde

Sports & Lifestyle OHA Student takes Gold with Canada - Canada’s National Women’s Under18 Team won the gold medal at 2014 IIHF Ice Hockey U18 Women’s World Championship in Budapest. Ontario Hockey Academy student Brooke Stacey was an important part of that winning national team.

Talking about the Ontario Hockey Academy, some alumni from that school have been making headlines in the hockey world. OHA grads Genevieve Bannon and Christine Lambert won the NCAA D1 Championship with Clarkson University, and Plattsburgh's Tyne Gove won the NCAA D3 Championship. Also congratulations to OHA Grad and McGill University student Pam Psihogios for winning the Canadian CIS women hockey Championship with her team. In mens hockey Union College OHA Grad Sebastien Gingras played the NCAA D1 Frozen 4 in Philadelphia.

Letters & Opinions I totally agree with Colin Lathe's letter as I do not see the problem with the storage tanks and feel that Mark MacDonald's threats and diatribe are unwarranted and non productive.

Cornwall needs positive relations with business to provide meaningful employment to our young people. I really think city council needs to step back and ook at mak ng th s a pos t ve rather than support ng a s mp y emot ona appea Peter McArthur Cornwa Ontar o My name s Jason Setnyk and these are the h Seeker Sn ppets

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CORNWALL RESIDENTS invited to attend “Cornwall: Tomorrow, Today!”

Cornwall residents are invited to attend ‘Cornwall: Tomorrow, Today!’, an interactive workshop where citizens will have an opportunity to shape the planning for the City’s growth and development.

The event will be held on Thursday, April 24th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in Salon B of the Cornwall Civic Complex. The event is free and open to all.

The ‘Cornwall: Tomorrow, Today!’ event is the second public event of the Complete Cornwall au complet project to update the City of Cornwall’s Official Plan. “We were really pleased with the attendance and participation that we had for our first event in January,” said Ken Bedford, Chair of the Official Plan Project Steering Committee, and Planning Division Supervisor with the City of Cornwall.

“I’m hoping that everyone will come back for this next event, and that they will bring the same great energy and ideas! I look forward to seeing our citizens working together to shape the future of the City.”

The event will begin with two presentations – one on the latest trends that other Canadian municipalities are using to prepare for the future and another on

Cornwall’s population and economic forecasts for the next 20 years. The forecasts are especially important for understanding how much growth needs to be planned for the future.

The event promises a high degree of public interaction.

“We will ask residents what their vision is for Cornwall’s future,” said Mr. Bedford, “And their vision might be the one that becomes part of our updated Official Plan.”

During another part of the event, participants can share ideas about what they would do if they were City Councillor for one day.

“Citizens will definitely be able to identify their input from this event in our updated Official Plan,” explains Mr. Bedford.

The Official Plan guides the way the city will change and grow for the next 20 years.

For additional information on the project and updates as the project moves forward, visit www.Cornwall.ca/CompleteCornwall.

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The era takes us back to 1971 when I was only 5 years old and my older brother, Luc, 14 at the time introduced to this supposed "demonic" music that he revelled at listening to. Being only 5 years old...it was either "go along to get along" with him and his likes or get a "big brother" beating!

The following is a review of the Black Sabbath concert in Ottawa by Cornwall music fan Ryan Theoret and the VIP experience of meeting Ozzy Osbourne. The photograph of Ryan Theoret and Ozzy Osbourne is used with permission.

Here is Ryan Theoret’s review and recollections of the show: On Sunday, April 13th, fans gathered in their masses to witness the reunited heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath rock the nation’s capital. Of the 13,000 tickets sold, some fans, including myself, were fortunate enough to purchase a VIP package full of perks.

While early entry into the Canadian Tire Centre was nice, it was finally meeting Ozzy Osbourne for an autograph and private photo that made my day. I’ve been a fan since I was 15. Osbourne, while a little shaky, was full of smiles hugging and kissing the ladies and putting his arm around his many fans.

What followed next was a pre-show party complete with food and open bar. While enjoying some brews and veggie rolls, it was great to socialize with such fans like Margaret, 86, who came from upstate New York with her daughter. Just as amazing was the southern couple Hollie and Ron who drove 22 hours all the way from Alabama!

At last, it was show time. While Canadian rockers Reingwolf received a warm welcome, it was clear that the fans had waited to once again see Osbourne perform with his original band mates. From my front row center seat, anticipation grew as the banner dropped and I heard the sirens roar.

Black Sabbath opens with their classic tune War Pigs.

Osbourne, 65, was full of energy as he jumped up and down between verses. The band played classics like Snowblind, N.I.B. and wasn’t afraid to touch new material from their latest record titled 13, playing three songs from their first full length album with Osbourne since 1978′s Never Say Die.

I chose the former. Shortly thereafter, I too became hooked on Sabbath and have never stopped since. The band was originally called Earth (until 1969) but they felt they needed to create an altogether new sound which required a catchier name. As the story goes, one night somewhere in the UK (likely Birmingham) there was a ton of people lined up to see an old Boris Karloff film named "Black Sabbath" . It was then that bassist Geezer Butler realized that creating monster styled music had yet to be realized. The band thus focused their energy on making riffs and sounds unheard of before. This is the reason why Black Sabbath are credited with being the creators of the earliest form of "HEAVY METAL ROCK" which influenced modern day bands like Nirvana, Metallica and countless other bands. Ironically, Metallica's lead guitarist, Kirk Hammett, has a younger sister, Jennifer Hammett, who graduated from my chiropractic school one semester after me. The band has practically had a "revolving door" of musicians over the decades but Tony Iommi is the ONLY one to have participated on every album since they began 45 years ago.

Sabbath themselves just won a Grammy in 2013 for the "best metal performance". Ozzy Osbourne, now 65 years old, has had an amazing solo career as well. He was the frontman for Black Sabbath from their beginning until 1979 at which point he was fired from the band for always either being drunk or stoned. From what I've read over the years however, I'd say there was as much decadence and substance abuse by the other band members as there was by Ozzy. In the end, fate has smiled on Ozzy as he released his 1st solo album in 1982 called "Blizzard of Ozz" which had his incomparable hit "CRAZY TRAIN" (that made him an overnight global sensation) and he was to churn out many more albums for over 30 years now, had a hit TV show on MTV called "The Osbournes" and he also made the theme song for "Dawg the bounty hunter". All in all he came from meager beginnings but has become known as the most recognizable rocker in history. None of his success would have likely manifested however without his wife, Sharon Osbourne, who's also been at the helm of his career (as his manager) since the very beginning. She re-created an image for him that has gained him notoriety as well as fame over time. He did, for example, bite the head off of a dove during a board meeting with music execs to create publicity for himself and few have ever equaled the level of "shock value" his antics attained him.

But I digress, Black Sabbath are presently on a world tour as they released their first studio reunion album (with Ozzy on vocals) since 1979.

Through my relationship with JETHRO TULL's Ian Anderson (who recently narrated a documentary film for me on brain cancer) and the fact that Sabbath's lead guitarist, Tony Iommi, was, at one time the guitarist with Jethro Tull (circa 1968), Ian secured backstage passes for me to meet the legendary guitarist "one on one". I thus met the man himself backstage in Montreal last week and taking advantage of the upcoming meeting I decided to purchase a carbon copy Gibson SG guitar (which is the guitar Iommi plays) prior to the show and I was lucky enough to not only have him sign that guitar but also my "Bikers Against Brain Cancer" helmet (alongside Ian Anderson's autograph). I informed my older brother (Luc) of the fact that I was meeting Tony Iommi in a week and so he immediately booked a flight from Vancouver for himself and his son to fly east to meet the most influential rock guitarist ever.

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“Show me your cell phone lights” Osbourne yelled as the band played their classic title song. Midway through the set, Osbourne took a break which left guitarist Tony Iommi and bassist Geezer Butler to set up for Tommy Clufetos’s drum solo, filling in for the only original member not present. Bill Ward opted out due to contract issues.

With the band returning, Black Sabbath brought out the big guns. “I am Iron Man” sang Osbourne. “Clap those hands!” urging the crowd to go crazy if we wanted one more song.

Did newcomers really think they wouldn’t close the 16 song set without playing the classic rock staple Paranoid?

It was a rainy night in Ottawa. It was Black Sabbath on the Sabbath. How fitting.

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I simply asked Mr. Anderson if he would hook me up to meet Mr. Iommi during Sabbath's tour and shortly thereafter the meeting was set. When I went backstage, I deduced Tony was well aware of my relationship Ian, the film Ian narrated as well as the upcoming book being completed as we speak. Through his personal assistant, "Kat", Mr. Iommi spared me some of his time. He was a gentleman's gentleman with us and had I had him to myself longer I would have discussed his own recent battle with cancer (lymphoma) for which he too underwent chemotherapy...which makes us brothers from another mother!

As a gift of thanks to Mr. Iommi, I had ceramic cross made from my wife's Cornwall based ceramic shop (www.creationworkshop.com) which I gave him along with a copy of my being on the cover of a magazine highlighting my own cancer. My brother, being an optician in BC, also gave Mr. Iommi a pair of hi end glasses with Mr. Iommi’s classic blue tint!

I hope to meet both Ian and Tony again "down the road" when circumstances permit. By then, it is my personal hope to have brought brain cancer to new levels of awareness, be it through our local fundraiser (www.bikersagainstbraincancer.org) having gone viral into the USA or having had a full length feature film be confirmed. Meantime, next on my "bucket list" is to meet Sharon Osbourne as she too is a cancer survivor!

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Through my relationship with JETHRO TULL's Ian Anderson (who recently narrated a documentary film for me on brain cancer) and the fact that Sabbath's lead guitarist, Tony Iommi, was, at one time the guitarist with Jethro Tull (circa 1968), Ian secured backstage passes for me to meet the legendary guitarist "one on one". I thus met the man himself backstage in Montreal last week and taking advantage of the upcoming meeting I decided to purchase a carbon copy Gibson SG guitar (which is the guitar Iommi plays) prior to the show and I was lucky enough to not only have him sign that guitar but also my "Bikers Against Brain Cancer" helmet (alongside Ian Anderson's autograph). I informed my older brother (Luc) of the fact that I was meeting Tony Iommi in a week and so he immediately booked a flight from Vancouver for himself and his son to fly east to meet the most influential rock guitarist ever.

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My own Journey through Heaven and Hell via Black Sabbath ...Continued

Hello everyone. Well, do I have a story to share with you this week...Last Friday (April 11th) John and I and 498 other people packed the Port Theater to see and listen to the 50th Year Anniversary Beatle's Tribute Tour and Landmark (a local band, led by Allan McGimpsey.) Al and the boys really put on a great opening act to get me and the rest of the audience going before the main act came on. ~Landmark~ I feel did their best performance this night and I am so proud of the boys for doing so. Way to Go, Landmark!!!

Th e n came on the B eatle b oys ac t.

They did an awesome job of reinacting and representing the Beatles from the different decades. I really enjoyed myself along with John and the other 498 people who were there.

The audience were asked some trivia questions by Brock Frost, our MC for the evening. I came up with the answer for What decade was the Port opened? It was opened in the early 1940's. I won a free popcorn and drink for my efforts.

BT W, Glen who is a part of the Port, has been making popcorn for theaters and drive ins for over 40 years. He has been making popcorn the same way for all of these years and it is both lip and finger lickin' good. Mmmmmmm I love the s m e l l a n d t a s te o f p o p co r n . . . D o n' t you??? I also was called up on stage to pick the 50/50 ticket. I carefully picked the ticket out and lo and behold it was L a n d m a r k ' s d r u m m e r ' s w i fe, J u l i a Summers who ended up winning $450!!!

There was also a draw for a brand new $500 bicycle, donated by Allan McGimpsey for the draw. The person who won that was sitting right behind me in the next row.

I felt I was ~Lady Luck~ that night... But, Luck does quickly run out...because when John and I went to our van to drive some friends home with us...our vehicle was gone! Yes, Gone... Disappeared, Vanished from where we left it parked 5 hours earlier. We went back to the Port to phone the police and we were to wait until an officer came to where our van was no more. We waited and waited and waited for what was supposed to be 5 minutes. It was a cool Friday evening and because I wasn't prepared to be standing out in the cold, John suggested that I and the other couple go ahead home in a taxi. After about a half hour John was driven home by the very nice police officer and we were to wait for a call, if and when they came across our van.

The next day both John and I put up a photo and description of our van on Face book. To our surprise over 30 people shared our photo and to make this long story short, we got a call from the Police Station, the next afternoon telling us that someone found our missing van. Actually two lovely gentlemen went around with our license plate number and description Sunday morning and discovered our van in the same neighbourhood of where we had parked it on Friday evening.

Their names are Bill Lasalle and Art Kuhns. Thank you ever so much gentlemen for your kind deed.

John and I are ever so grateful and thankful for the time and effort you made to find our van. This certainly touched my heart knowing all of the people who were so concerned for us. Thank you to everyone for your positive comments and prayers. I know that is why we have our van back.

You all have made my heart smile this week. Thank you once again everyone.

Tip of the Week: Great Deals & Bargains are to be had at all of the thrift stores. They are all stocked up for all of your Spring and Summer needs. Anything you are wanting or looking to get for the warmer season (it is here, Ma Nature is just adjusting) are at the Agape, the Savation Army and at Value Village. By buying from these Non-Profit Organizations you are helping those who are less fortunate than ourselves right here in our own community.

Family News: My third youngest grandson, William turned the BIG 2, on April 10th. My oldest grandson, Lincoln is turning the BIG 16, on the 22nd, my third daughter, Ella Rose is turning 31 on the 24th and my eldest daughter, Melinda is turning 34 on the 28th. My! They all are getting OLD!!! But, that means I am, too!!! I don't feel like I am...Age is only a number... Right???

Until next time..."Nothing is IMPOSSIBLE!... The word itself says, I'M POSSIBLE!" ~Audrey Hepburn~ Keep Smiling Now! Marlene Baker of www.fashionography.ca Marlene Baker of www.fashionography.ca

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Cornwall Ontario — The Port Movie Theatre on Montreal Road has become an iconic and historical landmark. The Port has been a cultural hub for arts in culture in Cornwall Ontario for over 70 years now.

Over 500 people were in attendance for a sold-out show that featured Revolution. Their set commenced with a video clip of the 1964 Ed Sullivan show introducing The Beatles to American audiences and ushering in a fresh and hip new era of Beatlemania.

Revolution hit the stage adorned in Beatles wigs and costumes. Their covers of classic songs were energetic, authentic, and realistic.

Opening for Revolution was local band Landmark who are now celebrating 30 years as a band. Allan McGimpsey, Dale Williams, Randy Chesbro, and Mike Summers put on a great show.

By the end of their set, the audience was standing up, dancing, clapping, and singing along to the classic hits. It was a special night for Bicycle World owner Allan McGimpsey playing in front of a large home town crowd.

The organizers of the event, the local ‘fab four’, were Jeff Brunet, Larry Sylvain, Mark A MacDonald, and Brock Frost. Jeff Brunet is the owner of Alkaline Entertainment, Larry Sylvain is a co-owner of the Port Theatre, and Mark A MacDonald and Brock Frost are both running for City Council and helped power the event.

Mr. Frost was also the host of the event, introducing bands, a bicycle giveaway, and the announcing of the 50/50 draw winner.

Congratulations to the Port Movie Theatre on a fantastic show and raising funds towards a new digital projector.

The Seeker is proud to sponsor this event.

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Cornwall Ontario — In was just a few weeks ago that Protest the Hero won the Juno Award for best Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year. It is probably no surprize that when this very talented band played a show in Cornwall Ontario on Tuesday night at the Vu Nightspot it sold-out. The band is on tour supporting their new album “Volition”.

Here is Jason Setnyk’s interview with Luke Hoskin, lead guitarist and backing vocalist of 2014 Juno Award Winning band Protest the Hero. #1 – Describe the experience and feeling of winning a Juno Award.

It feels really good. I never thought growing up we would win an award like that. The actual winning experience was strange for us because we were on tour at the time. We did six weeks in the US before we came back to Canada. We were in Wilmington North Carolina on one of the smaller shows of the tour when we found out that we won. It was kind of bitter sweet that we couldn’t be in Winnipeg to accept the award. We celebrated in our own way. We popped some champagne. We informed the crowd there, the US audience what a Juno was, and it was a really cool feeling. We were lucky we had some family out, girlfriends out, and had bottles of champagne with them. It was an amazing feeling, it is one of those childhood dreams, thinking I’ll never win a Juno especially with the type of music I play. It was really cool. #2 – You’ve played big stages like Warped Tour and arena shows too. What does it mean for your band to visit smaller towns like Cornwall and to play more intimate show?

Personally I have more fun at the smaller shows. It seems like there is less to worry about, and we can kind of have a good time. I don’t think anyone expects the sound to be unbelievably good in a small venue. You kind of just go for it. It really does feel like you’re going back to your roots playing some of those venues you grew up playing. Most of this tour was called a B market tour. It just means not many major cities. Which is nice, it is good to get to (smaller towns) because a lot of people don’t want to travel to the big city that might be near them, and at a smaller venue you do get to see the band in a more intimate environment. I really enjoy it. I think when this eight week tour is done, it will be enough, and time to take a break. But I think it is definitely always worth doing, coming to places like Cornwall. #3 – Drummer Chris Adler of Lamb of God appeared on your last album. What was it like recording and working with Chris?

Chris was a treat to work with because we actually met him before and he was a fan of our band. As soon as we asked him he said yes, absolutely, let’s do it. It’s cool to work with a musician on that level, because he has done it for so much longer than us, has been in the studio many more times, they have more albums. You could feel the experience that he has, playing with him, just how good of a musician he is. It was a lot of fun, and for us we had the same five members for over ten years, which is obviously the reason people liked us and respected us because we kept it together for that long. But on the other hand it was kind of nice to stir the pot playing with someone else, because we were so use to playing with the same guy. It was cool, and it definitely was a growing experience. I think it made our album better, or at least different, in a good way had it been just the same five members. #4 – Bassist Arif Mirabdolbaghi has recently departed the band. Will he be returning to the band or is this a permanent departure? Can you tell us about his replacement. player, and doesn’t play guitar in real life. So I sat down with The guy we have on tour with us now, his name is Cam McLellan, he is a friend of everyone in the band him to play it the first time, and he killed me, and I was and produced our latest album, and he co-wrote half the songs with myself. He really is a big part of the terrible at it. It was cool but weird at the same time. I should band, and a bigger part of this album than Arif was. No I don’t think he’ll be returning to do touring, but be able to do this, I know these rhythm’s and stuff, but I his departure was so amicable, and it was coming for a long time. The doors open for him participate wasn’t able to, and he killed me at it. I wish Guitar Hero was with the band in any way that he wants. If he wants to write with us, great. If he wants to do lyrics, great. as popular as it once was so we could get more songs in the Anything he wants to do, it is open. I still consider him a member of the Protest the Hero family but not a game to play.

It was great, and we were lucky to be a part of member of the touring aspect of the band. that. #5 – Your latest album was funded online completely by fans, which is a departure from the record company paying to produce an album. Is this going to change the business model for bands who Thank you for the interview Luke Hoskin. might want to go it alone?

Also playing the show was Intervals, The Motorleague, and It is hard to say, but it worked well for us. I don’t think it would have worked well if we didn’t put in the Cornwall / Ottawa’s very own Dreamer/Deceiver. Above are ten or twelves years, the three albums, the two EPs, all that touring that we did. I think we were working a few photos of the local band Dreamer/Deceiver. up to the campaign our whole career. It could change the face of music, not just ours, just the idea of crowd funding in general. I think you have to put in a lot of work before you see results like that. For us I think its definitely changed, I This Article is Sponsored by a don’t think we’ll go back to the traditional label route unless labels Community Minded Business: completely change the way they approach putting out records. Which is hard for them to do and still make money. For us it has definitely changed everything. I think the core members of this band thought this album would be our last. We didn’t know we would make our goal or anything. When we saw that ridiculous amount of support. I think you could say we were maybe jaded or say we lost touch with just how many people cared about our band. It was a huge reminder, we can still do this, and there are going to be people who want to hear it, and still want us to tour, and come out to shows like Cornwall We offer: and see us. It was cool. The Juno was a great feeling, but seeing the • Instant Refunds crowd funding, not financially even, but just to see that support, I • E-filing can’t even describe it. It was pretty special.

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This week we return to more seasonable and typical spring weather. Hopefully the unseasonably cold days are now over, and we’ll enjoy the start of flowers, birds and even lawnmowers.

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CALLING ALL ARTISTS a message from Artist Jacqueline Milner - Exhibition Opportunities at The Grind, 35 Second St. E., Cornwall, ON. I am assisting The Grind by accepting applications by Visual Artists interested in taking advantage of this opportunity. We are now accepting applications for the June/July exhibition period. If anyone is interested, they can send along 2 - 4 jpegs of the work they are interested in showing, along with the size and selling price of the work. I must receive the submissions by May 14th. The Artists will be notified by the 21st of the status of their submission. Kindly send submission or further questions to jacqueline@jmilner.com

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28 mars 2014 - Tournoi scolaire Merci à l' Ecole secondaire L'Heritage pour son accueil à loger ce tournoi. Un total de 121 jeunes ont participé.

22 médailles • 180 $ de bourses au secondaire • 14 écoles La plus grosse école: Notre-Dame 27 jeunes, Viscount Alexander 25 kids, Rose-Des-Vents 19 jeunes

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Dion Huang West Erskine Johnston Public School 2 GOLD Matthieu Brunet École élémentaire Notre-Dame 4 SILVER Daniel Stefanich Sainte-Lucie 3 ARGENT Brayden Boismenu Sainte-Lucie 4 ARGENT Riley Breckenridge Viscount Alexander P.S. 4 BRONZE Rohan Mullur St. Anne's Catholic School 3 BRONZE Phillipe Laurin École Rose des Vents 4 BRONZE Finley Fleming École Rose des Vents 3 BRONZE Teodore Lacroix École Rose des Vents 3 BRONZE Riley Lalonde École Rose des Vents 6 OR Theinushan Veluppillai Viscount Alexander P.S. 6 BRONZE Hammad Butter Viscount Alexander P.S. 6 BRONZE Elizabeth Bourdeau École Rose des Vents 6 BRONZE Stephen Ellis Viscount Alexander P.S. 5 BRONZE Yanojan Selvanayagam Cornwall Collegiate & Vocational School 8 GOLD Neerav Mullur Holy Trinity 7 BRONZE Rebeca Castro L'Hèritage 7 BRONZE Eric Vincent École intermédiaire la Citadelle 7 BRONZE Greg Zeaton Holy Trinity 7 BRONZE GOLD Anthony Pace TAGWI S.S. 11 Quinn Chambers North Dundas District High School 10 BRONZE Sam Chamber CHAR-LAN DISTRICT H.S. 10 BRONZE

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L’Amalgame , une place de choix Donner une place de choix aux arts de la langue et du théâtre est au cœur de l’Amalgame. Depuis janvier je suis membre du Conseil d’administration . Pourquoi avoir accepté ce défi!

La passion qui anime les gens de l’Amalgame se cristallise soit avec la chorale Chœur en fête, le club de lecture des Milles Feuilles, la troupe du théâtre de l’Amalgame, le cercle d’écriture les Écrilibristes ou la ligue d’improvisation la LILA. Depuis ses débuts, je crois qu’il y a dix ans de cela, je suis spectatrice lors de leurs activités. En plus j’ai photographié de nombreuses présentations afin de préserver ceci en mémoire collective.

Ce qui m’a toujours épaté est le talent et le dévouement de la directrice artistique Nicole Labelle. Pendant ses années de service en éducation auprès de la jeunesse, elle a dirigé plusieurs pièces et spectacles dans les écoles où elle était enseignante.

Lorsqu’elle était à l’école Notre-Dame, elle a été l’instigatrice avec la collaboration de l’équipe école, des enseignants et des enseignantes dévoués pour écrire et diriger la pièce ‘Chez Rio’ qui fut présenté au théâtre Aultsville. Quel spectacle formidable!

Son enthousiasme, son grand calme et sa passion pour les arts sont un atout pour la communauté.

C’est tellement agréable de côtoyer les gens de l’Amalgame. On s ’a m u s e . J e v o u s i n v i t e d o n c à v é r i f i e r l e s i t e w e b au www.lamalgame.org . Venez participer et découvrez votre passion !

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New application period opens for Ontario Renovates program

the applicant, and property taxes, home insurance and mortgage payments must all be up-to-date. The property must be located within the City of Cornwall or the United Counties of SDG. Funding is not available for work that is already started.

Through Ontario Renovates, eligible homeowners can receive funding for urgent home repairs as well as modifications to increase accessibility.

Application forms for the program will be accepted as of Tuesday April 22nd, 2014, and completed applications must be received by 4:30 pm on Friday, May 2nd, 2014.

Applications are once again being accepted for Ontario Renovates, a home improvement program that assists low and modest income homeowners in Cornwall and SDG.

The Ontario Renovates program has two different components:

- An Urgent Home Repair component where eligible homeowners can receive a maximum forgivable loan of $16,000 which is earned over a 10-year period.

Projects which may qualify under this component include upgrades to heating systems, foundations, roofs and electrical systems.

- An Accessibility Modification component where eligible homeowners can receive a maximum grant of $3,500. Projects which may qualify under this component include ramps and handrails.

In order to be eligible, participating homeowners must have a gross household income of $40,000 or less and the house value must be below $160,000. In addition, the property must be owned and be the sole and principal residence of

Application forms can be downloaded from the City website as of Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014 (look for Ontario Renovates under the ‘Popular Topics’ section on the main page of the City website). Copies can also be obtained from the City of Cornwall Social Housing Division Office at 340 Pitt Street (3rd Floor) or by calling (613) 930-2787 ext. 2344. Eligible applications will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

About Ontario Renovates: Ontario Renovates is a 3-year program funded by the Provincial and Federal Governments and is administered by the City of Cornwall’s Social Housing Division. The Social Housing Division acts as Service Manager for Housing programs in both Cornwall and the United Counties of SDG.

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Marcia this past Saturday morning at my store.

Both are quickly made and are delicious. Marcia is just back from her sejour down south for the winter months. She told me this recipe for a crockpot stew is fabulous and it's made with a bottle of beer or ale. She substituted with a bottle of Guinness and had an even better stew to enjoy. Denise makes her chia seed balls, a quick energy ball which requires only mixing and shaping -- no baking needed. She stores them in the freezer. Thanks Marcia and Denise for caring and sharing with us.

My wi wish to you all is to have a very Happy and Holy Easter with your families. I hope our spring weather will just stay without any more snowstorms and freezing rain! Happy Easter!

MA ARCIA'S A EASY Y CROCKPO OT BEEF STEW

INGREDIENTS: 2 lb. of stewing beef (Try our Good local Stormont stewing beef we sell at my store, Sharyn's Pantry. We appreciate and support our local farmers.) lots of slivered onions 1 bottle of Guinness ale 1 cup of beef consomme 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1/3 cup all purpose flour

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(Please note we carry all the ingredients needed at my store, Sharyn's Pantry.)

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup chia seeds 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (with no sugar, salt or additives, just peanuts) 1 cup rolled oats 1/3 cup unpasteurized honey 1/2 cup pure chocolate chips 1 tsp. pure vanilla 1/2 cup ground organic flax seeds a good handful of coconut

METHOD:

• How easy is this? Just mix all of the ingredients in a bowl. Form it into balls.

• Denise makes 24 balls with the above ingredients.

• Place them in a Tupperware or proper freezer container and freeze them. ENJOY!!

SHARYN THOMPSON, Owner of SHARYN’S PANTRY OPEN: Monday to Saturday - 9 to 5 812 Pitt Street, Unit 6, Cornwall, Ontario 613-936-1998

METHOD:

• Brown the stewing beef and onions in a skillet.

• Stir in the 1/3 cup of flour and mix to prevent any lumps. Use a whisk.

• Place the beef, onions, bottle of Guinness, the beef consomme and brown sugar in your crockpot.

• Stir to mix well. Place the lid on the crockpot.

• Set the heat to HIGH and allow the stew to cook, undisturbed for 5 hours. Voila! Your stew is done! ENJOY!!

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Bunny bowls and spring ffllavors get families hopping to the table for Easter

(BPT) - When spring finally arrives, we gladly shed heavy coats and snow boots. Meals, too, lighten up with warmer weather, as we leave behind hearty soups and heavier meals in favor of more sprightly and seasonal fare. Spring celebrations - from Easter brunches to graduation dinners - are great opportunities to revisit old favorites and tr y something new.

This spring, why not celebrate the season with a blend of familiar and new? Here are some favorite flavors and foods of spring, along with some ideas for giving them new appeal:

* With bright colors and strong, sweet flavor, citrus a dd s z i n g t o s p r i n g . L e m o n i s i d e a l fo r incorporating into spring dishes, from enhancing veggies like early spring squash, to delightful desserts like Lemon Pull-Aparts. Lemon also p ays well with a variety of fish dishes - perfect or anyone obser ving fish Fridays during Lent.

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* Baked dinner rolls are a springtime favorite for ever y meal of the day. What Easter brunch would be complete without them? Dinner rolls take on fun seasonal flare when you use ready-made options like Rhodes Bake-N-Ser v dinner rolls to create edible works of art like bunny shapes, egg baskets and rabbit-shaped veggie dip bowls. Simply thaw the raw rolls, and shape them while still cold to make a variety of delicious, creative shapes without the work of mixing and kneading your own dough. Tr y these two fun recipes to dress up any springtime table:

Veggie Rabbit Dip Bowl

Ser ves 12. Prep time: 15 minutes (excluding thaw time). Bake time: 30 minutes.

Ingredients: 2 loaves Rhodes Bread Dough, thawed but still cold 2 sliced almonds 2 large raisins 1 egg, beaten

D rect ons Cut one oa o bread dough nto 1 4 and 3 4 port ons Shape 3 4 port on nto egg shape or body and p ace on a arge sprayed bak ng sheet Shape 1 4 port on nto pear shape and p ace above body or head C p s de wh skers w th sc ssors Cut second oa n ha Cut one ha n ha aga n or ears and ro nto two 16- nch ropes Fo d together and p ace on top o head W th rema n ng ha o oa d v de dough n ha Take one ha and cut nto two p eces Shape nto two arge thumper eet and p ace under bunny C p toes D v de ast p ece o dough nto 1 3 and 2 3 port ons D v de 2 3 port on nto two hands and p ace on s de o body and c p ngers

Divide remaining 1/3 dough into two large balls and one small ball. Place two large balls on face for cheeks and one small ball for nose.

Place two raisins on face for eyes and two almonds for teeth. Brush ever ything with beaten egg, even the teeth. Cover with sprayed plastic wrap. Let rise 15 to 30 minutes. Remove wrap and bake at 350 F for 30 minutes or until browned. Let cool. Hollow out tummy and fill with your favorite dip.

You can ffiind more great dinner roll recipes at www.rhodesbread.com.

* Spring brings the arrival of one of the most delectable edible buds - artichokes. Add them to pasta salads or green salads for flavorful pizzazz. In addition to being delicious and timely for spring, artichokes are packed with antioxidants and fiber, and are believed to deliver a host of health benefits, including improved digestion and lower cholesterol. * Peas are the quintessential green veggie of spring.

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* Nutr t on sts adv se Amer cans to eat a co or u range o ru ts and vegetab es and or sheer br ght co or and great avor t s hard to beat strawberr es They a so de ver a wea th o hea th bene ts s nce they re packed w th key nutr ents ke potass um magnes um and v tam n K - a mportant or overa good hea th Eat them s ced and spr nk ed w th an a ternat ve sweetener or a s mp e ow-ca or e treat or tr y someth ng new and or g na ke strawberr y bruschetta

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sisters and close family members to help raise funds for brain cancer research. They are great as gifts for any occasion…they are so reasonably prices as well

Many events going on at the shop A s u re sign of Spring is Easter……what a great time of the year! Hope you all have an amazing day with your family...

On April 22nd, our son Alex will be turning 16 years old and that is a very special day in our family. He will be starting to drive, applying for a job , he is just growing up way too fast! We wish him the best day ever!! We are very blessed, he is a great young man, great values, beautiful smile and has an amazing personality!! Happy Birthday Alex…we love you son…xxoo Don’t forget that it will be your last chance to get some Raw Turtles at the shop tomorrow, then you will only see them back in December. Come on in and stock up, they freeze very well….. I will also have some special Health Nut Easter Treats for the little kids that walk through my door……mmmmmm….

With Spring comes new things.....There has been a face lift going on inside/out at the shop……..soon I will have a brand new patio with wheelchair access as well…can’t wait……..will love to see many of you enjoying the great outdoors while eating your favorite healthy treats.

You had a chance to meet The Mix Company at our Fair on April 5th.

I am very pleased to announce that I am now carrying some of t h e i r m o s t p o p u l a r G l u t e n - Fr e e products. Come on in and check out this amazing product!!!!

You can now find a beautiful selection of bracelets, wine stoppers, key chains a n d r i n g s re p re s e n t i n g “ B e a d s o f Love” in honour of Gail Prieur. These unique items are hand made by her

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Saturday, April 19th Julia Beshara (Organics by Julia) will be at my shop with her amazing products .

Saturday, April 26th, Marie Andree Ouimet (MAO Photographe) will be available at the shop for a “Mom & Me” mini photo shoot… She is an amazing photographer!!

Yo Y ou just need to set up a time with her…….let me know if you wish to set up an appointment. Great gift for mother’s day!

•Sunday, May 18th, The Health Nut’s Healthy Eating Cooking Seminar, 1 to 4pm....there will be demos and you will taste test these recipes and more, you will receive info, tips and the recipes after the seminar.

Bring your appetite!! This is a great way to get back on track with easy, tasty recipes, email me for more details or to add your name to the list. Limited seating.

•Sunday, May 25th, Zengarr y Nut Cheese Workshop (Lynda Turner)…come and learn to make your own ricotta, cream cheese etc……. there will be demos and taste testing…don’t miss out on this ve r y u n i q u e a f t e r n o o n … . . yo u w i l l re c e i ve t h e recipes , info and tips after the seminar. Please contact me for more info and to place your name on the list. Limited seating.

Tomorrow will be your last chance to place your $2 minimum donation and name in our draw for our Mental Health Awareness Basket,” Be the Change-Stop the stigma basket”. In it you will find amazing gifts from many local health minded businesses a ro u n d our community.

Take the time to come in and best of luck winning it all!!

In health….

Sylvie Thibert (The Health Nut) thehealthnut@cogeco.ca www.thehealthnut.ca 613-931-3119 / 613-662-3834 My shop is located at 812 Pitt Street, unit 40 ( just past Ear thway Chiropractic Clinic), small restaurant on the left side with a black railing around the patio. I am only open on Saturdays, 9am to 4pm…..

Immaculate Conception Poetry Recitation

As part of the media literacy curriculum, Immaculate Conception students in grades 1, 2, and 3 had the opportunity to participate in Poetry Recitation. Every primary student researched a poem that he/she then memorized and presented to his/her class. Becky Poitras, media literacy teacher, guided students in making the appropriate selection, provided tips on effective delivery and possible props.

Once classroom presentations were completed, Ms. Poitras selected students to present in the gym to primary students, teachers, parents, family and friends.

We congratulate grade 1 students: Christine Bissonnette, Emily Conway, Eliana Disotell and Gavin MacDonald, grade 2 students: Izik Lafrance, Mackenzie Quenneville and Montana Vierling and grade 3 students: Angel-Anne Geneau, Dylen Samson-Brunet and Rosemary Whitford for their outstanding recitations.

The event was well attended and appreciated by parents, family and friends.

Bravo!

WHO ARE YOU? is the title of this spring’s first exhibit at the Cornwall Community Museum.

With over 25,000 photographs in the museum’s collection we have a number of them showing unidentified people at work, play and living in Cornwall. Come and visit the museum, now open from Wed. to Sun., 11 to 4, to help us identify them.

Admission is free. 613 936-0842

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Packrat Organization 101 with Marie Morrell

Your living area is about creating a home appropriate for you. In an apartment there is no yard work, getting locked out isn’t a huge deal and plumbing repairs don’t come with a price tag. However, apartment living isn’t without its shortcomings especially when it comes to space.

In a regular size apartment, the space for a multitude of closets and large furniture is not available. Nevertheless, it is possible to neatly store your possessions without tripping over them or shoving messy piles into a hallway closet. Professional organizers offer some ideas to help you deal with apartment storage shortage.

Resist the temptation to toss receipts, catalogs or spare batteries in random spots around your apartment. Everything you own should have a place where it can be found when needed and returned when not in use.

If an item does not have a home and you can't find one for it, chances are you do not really need it.

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Ideas for more storing space Fill the lack of a foyer allowing you a nook to hang your coat, leave your keys and mail, or drop the magazines and bills from the mailbox as soon as you come home by installing a landing space using shelves, wall hooks and door organizers.

The St. Andrews Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a breakfast at the Church Hall in St. Andrews

prior to the Great Raisin River Canoe Race on April 27th from 7am to 12 noon.

Come out and enjoy a great breakfast whether you are a participant or a spectator.

Cost is $6.00 per person, $3.00 for children 10 to 5, and under 5 is free.

St. Andrews is the starting point for the race. Photo by Robert Lefebvre

If you have a closet nearby, the inside is a helpful resource. Hanging organizers can easily turn a closet door into a vertical storage for seasonal toys and mittens, hats and scarves.

Purchase benches with built-in storage; under the bed is also a good source of storage space.

Store bottled water and other items you use often in a bookshelf in a hall closet. Use portable shelves, normally used to maximize kitchen cabinet storage, in closets and store office supplies.

In the kitchen, for extra storage, use small rolling carts. Get one with a wire frame and purchase small metal hooks allowing hanging pots and pans off the sides.

If there is no linen closet, use under the bed storage boxes that easily roll out.

It will be easily retrievable when you need to change your sheets and towels.

Marie can be reached at 613-936-6873

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Happy 26th Birthday Kristian Celebrated April 14, 2014 Love from your Family and Friends

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Use other storage organizers to make the most of your closets, cabinets and empty spaces throughout your apartment. Use hanging organizers, to store shoes, accessories, socks, underwear, sleepwear and cleaning supplies near the washer and dryer. It will give you space in your closets for those small items. For the bathroom, use baskets to hold toiletries, makeup and other necessities and store them in a wall cabinet or under the sink.

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And of course, there are some people who just can’t get used to seeing an empty living room corner or a cleared kitchen table once the organizing is done and everything has been stored away. Resist the urge to fill a vacancy.

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Do not get trapped in buying colorful crates, interlocking plastic cubes and rustic looking straw baskets without determining what you need them for. They can be more of a hassle than a help, especially if nothing fits size wise. To determine the amount and size of containers you need separate the items to be stored into piles and then look for the storage device they will fit in before making purchases. Not measuring prior to buying storage bins is another big error.

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UPDATE TO THE PARKING GARAGE AT CORNWALL SQUARE

At Cornwall Square, one of our top priorities is the safety and well-being of our patrons, tenants and the broader community we serve.

This holds true for both the owner and Triovest who is the manager of Cornwall Square. Being responsible for our facility and to the people we do business with is a key principle for both companies and it underlies everything we’re doing at Cornwall Square.

The project to replace the pedestrian bridges which connect the parking garage to the shopping centre is well underway. The future work will follow a strategic plan that adheres to municipal and provincial guidelines, prevailing codes, and standards.

The replacement of the pedestrian bridges is a big project. It will require some adjustments from everyone who accesses the mall and it will take some time to finish. Cornwall Square will try to minimize any disruptions but in the end it will all be worthwhile.

Cornwall Square will be undertaking a coordinated communications effort to inform everyone interested in this project. Below are questions and answers that may address some of your concerns. We encourage you to visit our website for more information at www.cornwallsquare.com.

What is happening with your parking garage and pedestrian bridges?

We are in the process of replacing the pedestrian bridges from the parking garage to the mall. Safety during this project is a top priority.

The work on the parking garage at Cornwall Square results from ongoing planning and management. Everything we are doing and everything we plan on doing will be guided by a reputable national engineering firm. The scope and requirements of the project requires that we work with our governmental partners.

During construction will Cornwall Square and the parking garage remain open?

Cornwall Square and the parking garage will remain open during the entire project. Directional signage will be in place surrounding and throughout the property guiding customers to Cornwall Square and the parking garage. During the project, the roadway between the parking garage and Cornwall Square will be closed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

When will the pedestrian bridge replacement project begin?

The replacement of the pedestrian bridges will begin, with the mobilization of the site the fourth week of April 2014.

When is the pedestrian bridge replacement project expected to be completed?

We plan for the pedestrian bridge replacement project to be completed in summer 2014. These dates should be considered estimates as there are external factors that impact timing. We will do our best to update the Cornwall community as to exact timing as the construction process evolves.

How will I access Cornwall Square during the Construction?

As the roadway between Cornwall Square and the parking garage will be closed, vehicles will access the outside parking and parking garage via Water and Sydney Street. Signage will be installed for ease of traffic flow. One pedestrian bridge will remain open at all times for access to the second level of Cornwall Square. During this project, Sears will re-open their Pitt Street entrance to accommodate customers.

Will I be able to access public transit?

Temporary City Transit and Handi-Transit drop-off/pick-up will be located by the Sears Pitt Street entrance. Taxi service will continue in its current location in the exterior parking area.

Should I be worried about using the parking facility during the construction project?

Absolutely not – safety is and will continue to be a top priority. At Cornwall Square, the safety and well-being of our patrons, tenants and the broader community we serve is of utmost importance. As part of the management of the parking facility, we have met and will continue to meet with the representatives of the government. The engineering firm will continue to work with Cornwall Square during the implementation of the replacement of the pedestrian bridges and the on-going repair of the parking garage. The existing and ongoing work will follow a strategic plan that adheres to municipal and provincial guidelines, prevailing codes, and standards.

How do I find out what is going on?

We will continue to undertake a coordinated communications effort to inform everyone interested in Cornwall Square about what we are doing with the parking garage project and why. We intend to provide information throughout the project in 2014. That being said if you have any questions about the parking garage and pedestrian bridges please contact the Property Manager directly so we can share the facts with you.

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Coming up this week will be the season opener at Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park in Lafargeville, New York on Friday night, followed by a trip to Canandaigua Motorsports Park on Saturday Night for the 64 lap Jan Corcoran Memorial.

As always, any comments or suggestions can be sent to crevelle@ripnet.com. You can also visit me online at www.finishlinewebdesign.ca, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/crevelle, and on twitter at www.twitter.com/finishlineweb17.

David Murphy

Cornwall and SD&G are known for helping when the chips are down. Let's show them again on April 25th.

Congratulations to all!

Skate Cornwall Figure Skating Club held it's Award Banquet on Saturday, April 5 2014 at the St.John's Presbyterian banquet hall. The Executive would like to send out a huge congratulations to all of our skaters in the club, for another exceptional year of hard work! Great Job, you have all done so well and worked so very hard on achieving your goals this past year! The club would like to thank all of the Volunteers that helped to make this event a success for the youth and their families. Also, a huge thank you to the Coaches and Dance Coach, for taking care of all of the skaters in the the programs, and for your guidance and dedication to the Club! Skate Cornwall would also like to send thanks to St. John's for the use of the hall, it was very much appreciated!

THE AWARDS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Skate Cornwall Tiny Tot Award - Sophia Naoum - Hugo Rioux Skate Cornwall Summer School CanSkate "A" Award - Sophia Christoff George Young CanSkate "B" Award - Elissah Bergeron Charles H. Cummings Most Improved Boy - Theodore Lacroix Tracy Larin Award- Jr. Development - Caleb Barnes Skate Canada CanSkater of the Year Award - Fiona Laplante, also a nominee and chosen to The Eastern Ontario Section CanSkate Achievement Award on May 4th held in Kingston, Ontario.

Skate Canada CanSkate Champions Award - Amy Wang - Lisa Ding Program Assistant of the Year Award - Makenzie Mitschke John-Paul Besner Award Jr. Star Skater Most Improved - Mackenzie Grainger Jerry Davis Memorial Award Jr. Star Skater Runner Up - Angelina Roundpoint Charles H.Cumming Award Sr. Star Skater Most Improved- Nadine Kamm Vanitia Warner Memorial Award Sr. Star Skater Runner Up - Mackenzie Mitschke Charlie Sprot Volunteer Recognition Award chosen by the Skate Cornwall Executives - Michele Yedema Congratulations to all!

SPORTS

It was a great event at a great race track and I was happy to make the trip.

Thanks to Matt Delorenzo and the Fonda Speedway for all their hard work in getting this show in the books. It was great to see such a great crowd on hand.

So far, a slew of fundraisers has collected over $100,000 for the Grady family. Don't worry, you haven't missed your chance to contribute. The next opportunity comes from a partnership between a great local business and Cornwall Girls Hockey Association. Friday, April 25th at East Side Mario's in Cornwall is where you can enjoy a great meal and silent auction with some interesting and fun prizes.

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The Pro Stock race and the Sportsman race was just as entertaining. Chuck Dumblewski did everything possible to try and get past eventual race winner Pete Broderson. It was a fantastic duel, but Broderson held strong for the victory. The Sportsman feature was one by Cody Clark as he diced his way around Rocky Warner in lapped traffic to score his first ever Fonda Speedway victory.

The NUT Midline Carcinoma Institute at Harvard University in Boston has approved Stephanie for a series of trial treatments.

No date has been set yet but what we do know is that it will cost much more than most of us make in a year (or two).

SPORTS

Typical to this time of year at any track, the ground had a lot of moisture, and conditions were a little less than favorable, but the Fonda crew did a great job working with what they had. The Big Block Modifieds were the headline division, and in their 30 lap feature it appeared that local fan favorite Ronnie Johnson was going to check out on the field. The first 11 laps were very exciting, but that all came to a stop when Johnson took a nasty flip in turn 1 and 2. From that point forward it was a great battle at the front between father and son as Danny Varin held strong as his father Bobby Varin tried to take over the lead. Back in the field though, it was ‘Super’ Matt Sheppard making a move, and in typical Sheppard fashion, he worked his way into contention. The younger Varin held strong on a late race restart, but when the opportunity for a one lap dash to the finish came about, Sheppard powered his way around Varin coming out of the final corner. Sheppard grabbed the exciting win over Varin, Varin, Pat Ward and Jeremy Wilder.

But the human spirit doesn't allow us to simply give up. There's a new drug called BET Inhibitor that could shrink or event halt NUT Midline tumor growth. Timing is everything in this case. The first clinic trial began in January of this year but only in a selected number of centre in the United States.

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Now..for this past weekend’s events. Fonda Speedway has always been one of those tracks that I have enjoyed visiting. It is far enough away that I am not able to get too regularly, as the logistics don’t usually make it feasible.

However, after a long Winter, I was ready to see some racing, and if that meant making a 3.5 hour drive to the Capital District of New York State, then so be it. With new management at the helm of this track with Matt Delorenzo in charge, there was a buzz in the air and around racing forums online ever since the announcement last Fall. Entering through the gates, you could see right away that the new management had made some huge improvements and I was looking forward to seeing a great night of racing.

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I also did the annual Race Car shows in the area. The Gater Racing News has done a fantastic show over the 28 year history and this year was no exception. Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park also hosted a car show this year and the 1st Annual Thunder in the 1000 Islands show turned out very well. It will be something that can be built on for years to come. The final car show was the Frontenac Mall show in Kingston that brought us to the end of March.

That was only discovered after 18 x-rays, 4 MRIs, 4 CAT scans, 1 PETscan, 1 Bone scan, 2 blood transfusions, 3 surgeries (including lung removal) and 3 sessions of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy has been stopped since it does not deter this rare type of cancer. Instead, she was offered palliative radiation for the pain in her hips and back.

SPORTS

Like most years during the month of March, many of my weekends are spent attending car shows as race teams showcase their offseason efforts for all to see. I also attended several local Speedway banquets over the past couple weekends as they put the official cap on last season before they move on to 2014. The first of those banquets came at the luxurious Akwesasne Mohawk Casino as Mohawk International Raceway honored their champions and top finishers from 2013. It was a great night, and a great location. The next banquet was Brockville Speedway and they went with a less formal event, which worked out very well in my opinion, the lower admission made it affordable to all, and the venue was large enough that it was opened up to all race fans to take in the event as well. The final banquet was a special one, as Ron Morin made the much anticipated announcement that he has sold the track and will be entering into retirement. It was a very enjoyable evening, and although Mr. Morin will be retiring, he will be still be at the track each and every week for years to come.

By now, you've heard, read or have been a part of at least one fundraiser for Stephanie Grady. She's the local married mother of three who's been battling a rare form of epithelial cancer called NUT Midline Carcinoma.

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BORDER PATROL with Craig Revelle

Without question, this past Winter has been one of the worst on record in my lifetime with cold temperatures, significant snowfall that extended even into April.

Although area tracks have been forced to postpone their original schedule, I decided a road trip was in store to one of my favorite tracks. I will discuss that a little more later in the column.

Team Grady

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A weekly look at racing from both sides of the 1000 Islands

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YAC and TAG partnership: Trillium grant for new art gallery lights Article by Jason Setnyk. Photo by Julianne Godard.

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Cornwall Ontario — There has been a spotlight on arts and culture lately. That light is now metaphorically and literally shinning at The Art Gallery. Thanks to a partnership with Your Arts Council, The TAG Gallery in downtown Cornwall will benefit from a new lighting system.

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Bruce Davis, who is Executive Director of YAC, wrote the successful Trillium grant.

“Your Arts Council wrote the Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant on behalf on TAG Gallery. YAC understands that resources and staffing can be limited in the arts & culture sector so partnerships and collaboration are key in developing and growing the sector.

This partnership is a perfect example of how to strengthen the sector through collaboration and teamwork”, he explains.

Better lighting will benefit artists who have their work on display, and it will also create a better experience for those who attend The Art Gallery.

“This grant will benefit everyone. We will be able to provide a better Gallery experience for the Artist and the Art enthusiasts. Our current lighting system was purchased used 20 some years ago. It is more than time for an upgrade”, says Carilyne Hebert who is the Chair of the TAG Board of Directors.

The new lighting in the gallery will not only be aesthetically pleasing, but it will save cost on electricity too.

Executive Director Sylvie Lizotte explains, “The new lights do not have only an aesthetic function, they also represent an important annual operational cost saving as the new lighting system will only use 1/4 of the electricity required to operate the current system and therefore save the Gallery over $1,200 in utility cost alone. The new system will also improve the ambient temperature in the Gallery as the old system produced more heat than light, causing discomfort in the summer months, and it will also save the environment by reducing waste as the new LED bulbs last for 50,000 versus 1,500 for halogen.”

Partnerships like this demonstrate the value of having an Arts Council and how it can strengthen the arts community.

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“I am happy to see artists and arts organizations working together. The exhibit at TAG Gallery brought two artists together and the funding announcement brought two arts organizations together and the point is, great things happen when we all work together. This partnership is successful for everyone – TAG Gallery, Your Arts ” Council, the artists and the community”, says Davis.

Carilyne Hebert also echoed the word success when discussing this partnership.

“Through this new partnership, we were successful in this very important grant. A big thank you to Your Arts Council and their executive Director Bruce Davis”, says Hebert.

The new lights are expected to be installed in the next few months.

Tracy Lalonde is a Top 10 Regional Finalist for CBC Searchlight Competition

Cornwall Ontario — Tracy Lalonde, who recently released a five song EP produced and engineered by Graham Greer (of the Barstool Prophets), has advanced another round in the CBC Searchlight Competition. Tracy Lalonde is now a Top 10 Regional Finalist for that competition.

If you would like to see Tracy Lalonde in concert, she is opening for the Graham Greer trio at Lola’s Pub on Saturday May 3rd.

If you would like to vote for Tracy Lalonde and help in her pursuit to win this competition, you can vote here daily: http://m.music.cbc.ca/artists/Tracy-Lalonde

Jacqueline Milner’s Life Lines Exhibit at Aultsville. Seen here are Bruce Davis (YAC Your Arts Council) and artist Jacqueline Milner, in front of a painting done by Jaqueline, Tracy-Lynn Chisholm, Emily McLeod and Candice Nixon which is hanging in the lobby of Aultsville Hall. If sold the proceeds will go to Cornwall Hospice. This show runs until May 15th - be sure to visit it.

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FOCUS ART ON LINE NEWS by Rose Desnoyers

SPRING FEVER / LA FIÈVRE DU PRINTEMPS This is the theme of the exhibition at the Cornwall Public library. The show is a small one and is tucked away among the magazine section at the south end of the building but it is worth your while to wander down and see the many ways regional artists have embraced the coming of the season. You will find lovely watercolours, explosives oils, ingenious mixed media and a few sculptures by Moise Cartier.

While you are there take a moment to vote for your favourite piece and make an artist happy. At a public ceremony April 22 at 7pm at the Library, the association will be awarding a monetary prize to the artist who has collected the most votes.

You are welcome to come and see if you have won your vote and meet the artists.

Here are the artists whose works are on display: Elaine Arkwright Caroline H. Davis Margot Boucher Rose Desnoyers Elizabeth Cameron Claire Dorey Moise Cartier Elsie Gallinger Adèle Constantineau Joanna Kermenides Barbara Darling Beverly Leroux Tracy-Lynn Davies Caroline Legault

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FOCUS ART wishes to thank Pierre Dufour (public relation officer) and the staff at the Library for their hospitality and cooperation. Merci. Thank you to our curator Caroline Legault and the team Linda Geisel , Elaine Arkwright and Moise Cartier and any other volunteer that may have given of his or her time.

MAY 7 Don’t forget the Annual General Meeting, 7pm, Centre Charles-Émile Claude. It is time to speak out.

CONGRATULATIONS to Anna Verbik, a new member artist with Focus Art, who will be the first artist in partnership with Jane McLaren of Beyond 21. Her proposal “Finding your Inner Lion” is an exciting project inviting clients of Beyond 21 (General Vanier) and a group of interested seniors to socialize while creating a individual/collective art work involving drawing, multi-media, collage, and sharing of ideas during a three month period. We wish you the best of success.

We at Focus Art are still inviting members to submit ideas in writing for a second term (Sept., Oct., Nov.) and a third term (Jan., Feb., March). Teach a 1-½ hour class and prepare 3 lessons as follow-up to be done with staff. Repeat next two months. For more details call 613-931-1194 or 613-933-5505 ext4105 Send your proposal to rosedesn@cogeco.ca Maquillage - Petits Francos: Le Centre culturel de Cornwall commandite l’honoraire de trois artistes pour faire le maquillage d’enfants samedi le 7 juin, lors de la Foire des petits francos à l’école Marie-Tanguay (9h à 13h30). Intéressé? Téléphonez: 613-931-1194. Être francophone est essentiel.

Face-painting at La Foire des Petits Francos on June 7, (9 to 1: 30) at Marie-Tanguay elementary school. Stipend offered by the Centre culturel. Must be able to speak French.

Vote for Your Favourite Piece of Art

Rose Desnoyers, , President of Association FOCUS ART Association info@focusartonline.com rosedesn@cogeco.ca www.focusartonline.org

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