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Council votes down request from Old Town Kemptville BIA BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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Council voted down a request to amend the levy payments for the Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area (BIA) during a meeting held Jan. 9. The formal request was sent to council on Dec. 15, asking for the levy payments to be made to the BIA in four installments on Jan. 1, April 1, July 1 and Oct. 1. "During our transition into a more
sustainable entity, the Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area finds its effectiveness constrained at times due to cash flow of the levy payments," read the correspondence from Deb Wilson, BIA chair. "The solution is to have a more evenly distributed cash flow by amending the levy instalment schedule. As we transition into a more sustainable entity, the (BIA) board requests you amend the schedule of the current semi-annual BIA levy payments." The correspondence went on to ex-
plain the BIA is a key component for the economic development of North Grenville. "...and we sincerely believe our proposed change will encourage our success," the letter concluded. "I'd like to ask the treasurer or CAO if they can explain the method of payment we've been using consistently up until the time of this request," said deputy mayor Barb Tobin. "I can answer that question," said Nicole Zywicki, director of finance/ treasurer. "Because we're collecting
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Even after Jack Watt toured his brand new dream home, the shock had still not worn off. "It's starting to, but it's really unbelievable," said the longtime Carleton Place resident, whose phone rang non-stop from well-wishers on Jan. 11 after he received a life-changing phone call revealing he'd won the CHEO Dream Home by Minto, a three-storey fully furnished house in Manotick, plus a long list of other prizes that typically only dreams are made of. When he and his two daughters, his granddaughters and son-in-law were greeted outside his brand new digs by CHEO Foundation staff, seeing was believing - almost. "I didn't know whether to open the door or knock or what," Watt said with a chuckle. "I didn't know for sure it was my place." He has been buying CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery tickets off and on for the better part of a decade to support the regional children's hospital. He's also an avid supporter of prostate cancer fundraisers, the Canadian Cancer Society and the Heart and Stroke Foundation. As he toured his new home, his family suggested he hold sleepovers for all of his grandkids, given the size of the home at more than 372 square metres. "It was wow for sure," Watt said of his new address after going from room to room, checking out the entertainment system, music room and climbing wall on the ground floor, a baby grand piano in the front foyer, and climbing a curved staircase to the top floor to see immaculately appointed bedrooms and a sprawling bathroom with a wall-to-wall shower. He received the life-changing telephone call when he was visiting his daughter in Middleville, Ont., located northwest of his hometown. "It was very overwhelming," said Watt. "I was shaking." Asked what his plans are now and how his life may be altered, he didn't have a ready answer. "I've just got to take it all in," said Watt, who retired in September after a 44-year career with Hydro One, most recently as a regional line maintainer. And while he's bought lottery tickets in the past, at most he's won $20. That's all changed with his $1.6-million prize, which, in addition to the house, includes $100,000 in cash, a 2017 Infiniti car, house cleaning for a year and $5,000 in groceries. Still, as the grand-prize recipient, the avid outdoorsman doesn't anticipate his life will change too much. "Tomorrow I'll probably get up the same way I did this morning," Watt said with a laugh. The winners of the lottery's 50/50 cash prize know exactly how Watt is feeling. Basil Bielawski and his partner An-
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Students from Perth and District Collegiate (PDCI) Institute have shown how they tackle crime to improve safety in their school through the recent Lanark County Crime Stoppers (LCCS) Youth Video Challenge. The contest, which ran from Sept. 15 to Nov. 15 encouraged students from Lanark County schools to promote student awareness of LCCS by addressing a variety of topics, which could include violence, drugs, graffiti, gangs, cyber crime, harassment and bullying. This is the second year for the challenge, according to LCCS public co-ordinator Cathie McOrmond, who touched base with all Lanark County high schools with an information technology component. "Perth (and District Collegiate Institute) was the only high school that participated, which was a little disappointing, but the students who did take part really did an excellent job," she said. A total of nine videos were submitted in this year's contest. Winners included a tie for first between the groups of Zack McCullough, Tyler Williams and Gregory Drew; and Kara Clyne, Jackson Hawthorne and Gethyn Hatch. Third place went to William Mongeau, Lee Lapointe, Brandon Cordy and Jonah Goodyear. First place earns $500, while third place earned $200.
Students had two months to finish their videos, no more than five minutes in length, which had to include valuable tips about Crime Stoppers, including its logo and information that all tipsters remain anonymous. McCullough, Williams and Drew's submission took on a public service announcement feel, with voiceovers explaining the importance on helping Crime Stoppers with "their war on crime." Additional clips of students being bullied and vandalizing public spaces, using illegal substances and displaying cyber crime further drove their message home. Clyne, Hawthorne and Gethyn tackled their video within the halls of PDCI, showing how "crime can happen everyday," through bullying, harassment, etc. They focused on the importance of speaking out if you see a crime being committed and "to be concerned about the well-being and safety of another." The group explained that calling LCCS is a non-invasive way to report crimes while staying completely anonymous. The third place video by Mongeau, Lapointe, Cordy and Goodyear centered around the anonymous aspect of Crime Stoppers and was set to music by Lapointe and Kevin MacLeod. It shows a student taking a walk outside the school who happens upon vandals defacing public property. He is reminded by a mysterious figure that, "if you're having trouble, you can always
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Portland’s Skate the Lake gearing up for a fast two-day marathon of family fun BY LAURIE WEIR
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This year's rendition of Skate the Lake is fast approaching - but it's not as fast as the ice is right now. The Portland event is in its 13th year and things are looking good in the long-range weather forecast. John Bongers, president of Portland Outdoors, the organizing body of this two-day event that takes place Jan. 28 and 29, said he's been flying around the oval already. "I check the ice every other day and it's bloody incredible," he said in a phone interview on Jan. 16. "It's really fast. I got up to 31km/hr. Now, that's not fast by any means. The pros can get up to 60km/hr." Bongers said there is currently 11 inches of ice. The anticipated warm spell this week should help to solidify an even slicker sheet of ice, as it will act as a natural flood. In the past 12 years, they have never had to cancel this event, but one year, Bongers said they had open water in the bay just two weeks prior to it. "It's really coming together," he said of this year's festivities, which are touted as a fun-filled family affair. "We're in good shape." Bongers said that the registration
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A sweet serenade for Big Sky Ranch Animal Sanctuary (BSR). The Pop Shop All-Stars, a youth vocal group who have sung all over the world including in Times Square and Graceland, are coming to BSR in Kemptville on Jan. 29 at 1:30 p.m. to sing to the animals. The Pop Shop All-Stars have also been fundraising for the animals and will bring what they have collected when they visit at the end of the month. "They called us and said you guys are amazing," said Andy Parent, BSR founder. "It's incredible to see youth coming together like this to help us." Support for BSR comes from all over the world, he explained. "Here's this little gem - started
from nothing - that has become known in Alberta, Quebec, Newfoundland, Miami, New York, Australia...it's amazing." Recently, Big Sky Ranch welcomed a dog brought down from Thunder Bay. "What compels people to come? From Niagara Falls, Windsor, Sudbury, Nunavut, Quebec City - what compels people to come here and feel this place can help them? That their animal is safe here?" Parent said. With so many other rescues throughout the province and country, the preferred destination of BSR in comparatively obscure Kemptville often leaves Parent feeling bewildered. "I can't really put my finger on it," he explained. A recent addition to the BSR family – an Argentino Mastiff named
Tofu - may shed some light on the ever growing reputation of the animal sanctuary. "This girl brought her here the other day and told us her boyfriend used to beat the crap out of her," said Parent, who explained the man is now in jail facing charges of animal cruelty. "She told us the dog couldn't be around men. She had a muzzle on her and a big collar with spikes. That was the day we had all that freezing rain. So she's holding the dog back from Andrew (Parent's son) and I, and the dog is trying to come to us. I took out a treat
and told Andrew to give it to her and the dog was just the opposite of what she had said. I told her to take the muzzle off and we got a different collar for her. That dog is the biggest suck I've ever met. The owner - the lady who was dropping her off - said she had never seen her act like that." Tofu, along with many other animals at the sanctuary, is available for adoption. "I always tell people when animals come here, they don't act the same," said Parent. "The same with people; some people come here, with the weight
of the world on their shoulders, and that weight is just lifted. Maybe it is heaven on earth." Videos of the Pop Shop All-Stars performing can be found on YouTube or by visiting the Big Sky Ranch Animal Sanctuary
Facebook page. For more information, or to donate, visit the BSR website at www.bigskyranch.ca. You can also call BSR directly at 613-2587118. The animal sanctuary is located at 810 Pelton Road.
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Public’s help sought in Jan. 2 Carleton Place break and enter Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking assistance from the public to identify the person or persons responsible for a break and enter on Costello Drive in Carleton Place. At approximately 7:25 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 2 police received a report of an alarm at a commercial property unit. It was discovered that the unit had been broken into. The investigation is continuing. If you have any information on this crime or any other, please call Lanark County Crime Stoppers (LCCS) anonymously at the toll free number, 1-800222-TIPS. All calls to LCCS are confi-
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$12.00 Adults • $6.00 Children (12 years old & under) The Smiths Falls Reformed Church welcomes you to our worship service on Sunday at 12:00 noon. Pastor John Roke will be leading the service and preaching each Sunday in January. We meet at The Community Health Centre, 2 Gould Street, Smiths Falls, in what was the old high school. We enter at the back of the building. Go north on Elmsley St S, through the lights at Cornelia St., pass the main entrance to the hospital (on your left). Turn right at Collegiate Court and go about 200 yards to the first parking lot on your right, Collegiate Hall. Any questions? call 613-269-2621.
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cases are detected, special measures are put in place to reduce their spread. Some of the measures include: * Isolating patients who have diarrhea in private rooms when possible, * Using a bleach solution to clean the environment, * Auditing health-care professional to ensure equipment and hands were cleaned between patients, * Reminders to staff, patients and visitors that frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection. "Patient safety and preventing the spread of hospital acquired infections is of paramount importance at The Ottawa Hospital. Our housekeeping service staff pride themselves as being on the front line of infection control. Housekeeping service to patient care areas has actually increased in recent years, " Eggins said, adding the hospital has been outbreak free for oneand-a-half months. The Queensway Carleton Hospital increased their environmental services staff by three per cent in 2016-2017 and the same is planned for next year, John Martin, director of hospital services for QCH wrote in an email. "Patient safety is a top priority for Queensway Carleton Hospital and we recognize the important role that our environmental services team plays in preventing hospital-acquired infections," he said. Hospitals are required to report publicly on eight patient safety indicators. In 2016 there were fewer than five cases of MRSA. The cases happened between April and June. The hospital had fewer than five cases of C. Difficile every month except December, where there were a total of five cases. The Montfort Hospital wasn't immediately able to respond to requests for information about infection prevention or environmental services staffing levels. A spokesperson for the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, wrote in an email that the government has increased the investment in health care each and every year. "Here in Ontario, patients come first and every decision we make is centred around making sure the right supports are in place for hospitals to
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Hospital layoffs are forcing housekeeping and infection control staff to work faster and take on more duties, a recently released report says. The Canadian Union of Public Employees completed a survey of its hospital members in the fall of 2016. The union is making stops across the province to share the results. The Ottawa meeting was at the Montgomery legion hall on Jan. 12. Staff from 60 hospitals across Ontario participated in the study - a large majority - 78 per cent, said they felt more duties had been added to their work. Another 76 per cent reported being asked to work at a faster rate. The report, entitled Hospital-Acquired Infections: Stop Preventable Deaths, is based on information from 421 respondents that work in infection control in Ontario. More than half of respondents said they believe the lack of staffing is unsafe. Nicholas Black, regional vice-president or the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU) in northern Ontario, said that hospitals are feeling the crunch as a result of decreased funding by the government and are cutting staff to make ends meet. "It puts people at risk, because with less staff, things are getting cleaned less frequently and that puts patients at risk of infection," he said. Black, who works in environment services at a hospital in New Liskeard, said he's seen the cuts himself. He says on average, Ontario hospitals have cut housekeeping and environment services staff by 1.8 per cent annually since 2002. "We aren't going after the hospitals, we know they're doing the best they can with the funding they're getting," said Louis Rodrigues, first vice-president of OCHU. Less money means less staff, which could ultimately lead to outbreaks of MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) and C. difficile. The Public Health Agency of Canada statistics show more than 200,000 Canadian patients get infections annually while receiving health care. Of those, 8,000 will die. Black said conservatively, that means more than 3,000 of those deaths occur in Ontario. Rodriguez said one of the immediate fixes would be to force mandatory reporting of hospital outbreaks. "You should be able to pull up the information on your phone, so when you're headed to the hospital you know if you're at risk," he said. Kate Eggins, director of communications for the Ottawa Hospital, said the hospital does report clusters and outbreaks of MRSA, C. Difficile, Influenza A, RSV, S. aureus and enteric illnesses. "Our health-care teams work hard to reduce their occurrence, and when
continue providing high-quality, convenient care," the email reads. Funding for home and community care has increased by five per cent per year since 2013. A billion-dollar commitment this year will translate into a two-per cent increase to each hospitals budget. Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington had an outbreak of scabies in September 2015. The hospital had to treat 1,600 patients, staff and volunteers. The same hospital had to pay out $9 million to the families of patients who died in C. Difficile outbreak between May 2006 and December 2007. More than 200 people were diagnosed and 91 died as a result of the outbreak. The lawsuit was settled in 2013.
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he Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) officially launched provincial Snowmobile Safety Week on Jan. 18. This year, the occasion will be observed from Jan. 21 to 29. The week serves as a reminder for snowmobilers to focus on their personal safety and that of others, while obeying the rules of the road. It’s especially important to stay off lakes and waterways where adequate ice levels may not have formed. It may seem like common sense, but too many times we have heard the unfortunate stories of people falling through the ice. It can be prevented. Just as with motor vehicles, snowmobilers are encouraged to avoid road running as much as possible, but where snowmobiling along the side of public roadways is permitted to access trails, it’s important to adjust your speed to the conditions and be on alert for parked vehicles and those entering or leaving driveways. Motor vehicles should al-
ways be given the right of way. Be safe when approaching intersections and respect all traffic signs. Where snow banks obstruct your view, slow down and proceed with caution. According to the OPP, 58 per cent of all snowmobile-related deaths involve alcohol or drugs and next highest relates to speeding or riding too fast. Most affect male riders between the ages of 35 to 54. Consuming any amount of alcohol can affect your judgment and ability to make good decisions on the trails. Did you know, according to the Ministry of Transportation, it can also increase fatigue and the risk of hypothermia. There are more than 3,000 kilometres of groomed trails through the province snowmobilers enjoy each winter. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced with snowmobiles, it’s always beneficial to review the rules before heading out each season. Safety tips and regulations can be found online at www.mto. gov.on.ca.
Family gets cozy on the farm when temperatures take a dive We were getting used to the interruptions in our sleep. It was in the dead of winter. Father said it was the worst winter he had seen since he was a young boy. Mother said every winter in Northcote was the worst she had ever seen! Anyway, we had hardly settled in our beds that night when the loud cracking noises began. That meant it was bitterly cold out and every log in our old house was letting us know it. One or two loud cracks was just about all Mother could stand. We heard Father get up and go to the Findlay Oval in the kitchen and lift the lids, and we knew he was about to chug in another log. The old stove was pouring out as much heat as it could, but it wasn't enough to
long enough to take a look, in a minute." And he promptly giving off did nothing to stop then said, "Nothing to stew went back to sleep. See MARY page 9 about it...it'll all settle down Whatever heat the stove was
take the bone chilling cold out of the house. And of course, that was all Mother needed to hear...Father attacking the stove with another log from the wood box. She knew that within minutes the stove pipes would be making their own noises, and there was a good chance they would turn red from the flames. Which to her meant the whole house would be burnt to the ground and with us in it! It didn't take her long to get us all out of bed and head down to the kitchen. Father was in his usual night attire, which was his long combination underwear, and he had settled down in the rocking chair, lit his pipe, and looked like he was about to doze off.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Mother had placed our warm outer clothes on the bench at the back door, just in case we had to leave the house in a hurry. Where we would go in the blowing snow was beyond me, but Mother was sure anyplace was safer than in an old log house with its only means of heat, a raging cook stove about to burst into flames. Just as she said they would, the pipes turned red. She poked Father and he roused
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and the community at large are all encouraged to get out and participate in the Water Does Wonders Facebook Photo Contest. “We really want to capture and highlight all the positive actions that children and families in our community are taking to choose water first over other beverages,” says Joanne Desormeaux, Healthy Kids Community Challenge facilitator for Leeds and
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the frost from cracking the logs in the house, and each bang seemed to be worse than the one before it. Mother sent Audrey and Everett upstairs to get the pillows and blankets off our beds, and she spread them out on the kitchen floor, and told us that was where we would be spending the night just in case we had to make a quick exit. Emerson said it was just like camping out. Mother went to the creton couch, which she pulled away from the stove as far as she could, and Father; who she said could sleep leaning against a barn door,
Grenville. “Entering the contest is easy,” says Desormeaux. “Simply take a photo of children using water as their drink of choice, submit it to our Facebook page and encourage your family and friends to vote!” Three winning photos will be chosen based on a combination of community votes and a judging panel. Winners will have their choice of one of the following prizes: a Vitamix Blender,
a GoPro Camera or a $500 Sports Store Gift card. There will also be an opportunity for those who “LIKE” the Healthy Kids Community Challenge Leeds and Grenville Facebook page to win prizes too. Enter the Water Does Wonders Facebook Photo Contest on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ healthykidslg/.
was softly snoring in his rocking chair. Just as he said they would, the stove pipes returned to their natural colour. Much to Mother’s surprise, we survived the night without the house being burnt to the ground. Somehow, before any of us was awake, Father had gotten out of his chair, dressed and gone out to the barns to do the chores without any of us hearing him. The wind had quieted down by the time Father came in for his breakfast. He looked around at the blankets and pillows on the floor, plugged another log in the stove, and got as far as saying,
“Well, I see.... ,” when Mother said, “Not one word Albert... not one word.” I knew there would be many nights ahead of us when the old log house would crack from the frost, the pipes would turn red, Father would spend most of the night in the rocking chair in the kitchen to keep the stove stoked, and Mother would herd us all down to the kitchen to sleep on the floor. Just in case. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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Foodsmiths second annual Poppy Project was a great success, raising a total of $3,035.05 for the Perth Royal Canadian Legion. The Poppy Project is the brainchild of Foodsmiths co-owner Claire Smith, who came up with the concept of a hand-knit poppy after seeing an appeal for fundraising ideas put out by the local Legion. “It was based on the successful British Legion hand-knit poppy project,” she said. “I asked our cashier and enthusiastic knitter Linda Anderson to tweak the pattern. She did, and our poppy project was born.” Foodsmiths supplied all materials to a core of volunteer knitters, including staff and customers of Foodsmiths. This year, volunteers knit 305 poppies! One hundred per cent of the proceeds were donated to the Perth Royal Canadian Legion. Pictured above, Linda Anderson, far left, and Claire Smith, far right, present Eric Devlin, legion president, with the cheque.
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Is it just me or is this unfolding to be a really bad winter? I think it is fair to say that old and cold don't mix. Well, that's how it is in my case at least. The older I get the less I like the cold, the snow, the wind, the ice pellets and especially the freezing rain which now seems to be a regular winter visitor in our part of Canada. We are clearly in the midst of a real winter as we move deep into the first month of 2017. The final month of last year featured every bad thing a winter hater like me could conjure up in my worst nightmares. It snowed nearly every second day. Not big downfalls. Just enough to make driving and walking - anything you might want to do outdoors - quite unpleasant! To make matters worse we had freezing rain on two or three occasions, including Boxing Day, which made that holiday Monday really challenging for anyone who had to travel. Well, it was challenging for anyone who had to step outside the door. I shouldn't complain. I was fortunate enough to have nowhere to go that day. It was our visitors who suffered. On the way out to their car I watched as all three of them fell - son, dad and mom. Ouch! No major damage done fortunately. This winter season hasn't been overly cold so far. But that's the main contributing factor in the messy mix of precipitation we have experienced to date. The colder it gets the drier the conditions and the less snow, rain and freezing rain we experience. Lakes and rivers freeze. When that happens the reservoir winter weather systems draw on is diminished. As we moved into the new year I found myself praying for cold conditions. And at this point in my life I detest the cold. So you know how bad it has been! The cold arrived, briefly. Considering the alternative I was happier, briefly. The all too rare appearances by the sun were especially welcome. The sun shone, briefly. As I write this the wind is gusting and there is a fuzz of snow in the air.
It's a precursor to the latest winter storm which is predicted to deposit 10-15 centimetres of the white stuff on top of the not inconsiderable amount we already have. Admittedly I am happy for the winter weather enthusiasts who, currently at least, have plenty of snow for skiing, snowboarding or snowmobiling. Somewhat reluctantly I acknowledge that there is truth in the oft-repeated statement, "If it's winter, there might as well be snow." Snow is good for the Canadian economy. What isn't good is the variable weather which has been the most prominent part of most winters here in recent times. For people in eastern Ontario the mere mention of the words "freezing rain" strike fear to the heart. When freezing precipitation is the dominant weather factor, as it was on the first Tuesday of the New Year, people here automatically think back to the great ice storm of January 1998. We have long been told that was a one off. But considering what we went through during that life altering weather event there's little wonder people quake with fear every time freezing rain is forecast. Non-winter I agree with those who say the non-winter we experienced in 20152016 (especially a year ago December) left many of us with the false hope a repeat might be on the cards. During the previous holiday season it was a treat to be able to drive or walk anywhere with impunity. There wasn't as much as a flake of snow on the ground until Dec. 29. Green Christmas aside it was wonderful for people like me. It was uncanny (some people used the word "scary") to stand outside in shirtsleeves on Christmas Eve with a warm wind blowing and the mercury sitting at 17C. In retrospect that was probably a one off too! During our fall colour cruise on Lake Placid in October the guide chuckled when the dramatic peak
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of Whiteface Mountain loomed. He gestured toward the magnificent mountain and said, "Last Christmas Eve a friend of mine water skied (on Lake Placid) in the morning and skied Whiteface in the afternoon. "That probably won't happen this year." He was right. This Christmas
three quarters of the 80 ski runs on and around Whiteface were open and eight of 11 lifts were operating. On the other side of Lake Champlain, in Stowe Vermont, they had more than four feet of snow on the ground last week. "Thank goodness we don't go to Stowe during the winter," I said to Kathleen. When I consider snow in those amounts my memory turns to the winter of 1970-1971, the snowiest in recorded weather history in Ottawa and the valley. An incredible 444.1 centimetres buried this region that long ago winter. Using the old scale that's nearly 175 inches or, if you prefer, just over 14.57 feet.
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I was a journalism student at Algonquin College in Ottawa at that time. Our program was based in the old 'E Building' at Algonquin's Woodroffe Campus. It was a onestorey, rather non-descript structure. But it did feature floor to ceiling windows which, if the instructor's lectures became too much to bear, helped promote daydreaming. Just to underline how much snow 14.57 feet is, our entire building was covered. Maintenance staff cleared the roof to ensure the mechanical equipment could function and to keep it from caving in. Otherwise only the entrances were dug out. All
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of the windows were totally obscured. By January 1971 the place looked like a giant, square igloo. Fortunately our professor had applied for and received a federal government commission which saw our entire class shift to Barry’s Bay in Renfrew County, a two and a half hour drive west of Ottawa. We were tasked with helping to promote the newly opened Mount Madawaska ski resort. For six weeks our newsroom was located in the basement of a motor hotel on the edge of Barry’s Bay. We produced a supplement to Madawaska Valley This Week, the local community newspaper. The paper was printed at the Renfrew Mercury which, as it turned out, was my first exposure to the company I would eventually work for. On our first sojourn to the ski hill our number was very suddenly reduced by one. A female classmate suffered a compound leg fracture on her first downhill run. She ended up spending the six weeks in traction at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Great experience An inauspicious beginning but fortunately the incident was not a reflection of the entire project. My classmates and I enjoyed a priceless six weeks of practical experience which proved invaluable to the handful of us who actually took up journalism as a profession. The Barry’s Bay adventure was a welcome break from the usual classroom routine. But it wasn’t an escape from the ferocious winter of 1971. The snow kept falling and Barry’s Bay probably had almost as much as Ottawa. I remember spending much of one weekend snowshoeing through the hills and valleys which surrounded our hotel. It was wonderful. But of course I was young and nothing much bothered me in those days. We also spent some of our off hours skating at the arena in Barry’s Bay.
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No computers or handheld devices then. It was a very different world and young people’s winter pursuits focused largely on outdoor activities. On reflection it’s clear to me now that my dislike of winter is made worse by the fact I no longer engage in the winter activities I once did. Growing up on the farm cross country skiing and snowmobiling were daily activities. I was a very accomplished skater and I also played hockey until I was 18. Time and age means lifestyle changes for most of us. Today my exercise routine involves a daily walk. I walk outside when the weather is decent and when it isn’t, especially this time of year, our local Walmart is a wonderful alternative. Eight rounds of the sprawling complex provides nearly 30 minutes of exercise. As long as it is manageable I also shovel the driveway and walk. We hire a chap to clear the heaviest downfalls. Of course our granddaughter Lily (she turns three in March) also encourages me to brave the winter cold and play with her outside. It has to be pretty nasty before I’ll turn her down. “Let’s go out and shovel Grandpa,” Lily says. She then goes to work putting the snow I have shovelled off, back onto the walkway and driveway. Lily is always dressed for the conditions of course. But she seems impervious to the cold. She happily walks into the teeth of the wind and if her little mitts come off she’s hesitant to have me put them back on. “I don’t like mitts Grandpa,” she declares. That brings me back to my original point. As a rule, the older you get the less cold and winter appeal to you. Kathy and I are planning a oneweek escape to somewhere “warmer” in a few weeks. I’m looking forward to the reprieve! If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@ rogers.com.
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New year rings in new tax on everything for Ontarians: Clark Rising gas prices are the most visible sign of the burden Premier Wynne's carbon tax is placing on families, but LeedsGrenville MPP Steve Clark says the pump isn't the only place where Ontarians will feel the pain.
"The government's cap-andtrade scheme amounts to a tax on everything," said Clark. "The price of all commercial goods, including food and clothing, will rise as higher transportation costs are inevitably passed on to consumers."
Clark stressed the average 4.3 cents/L jump in fuel prices under the government's $8 billion carbon tax grab will hit families in rural Ontario particularly hard. Clark noted the implementation of the carbon tax comes
at the same time the provincial portion of HST has been removed from electricity bills, which continue to be the highest in Canada. Submitted by the office of Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark
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Diverse band Soulstack, right, has recently been added to the lineup for the Kemptville Live Musical Festival set for this summer. They take to the stage with their blend of blues and swamp roots music on opening night, July 20. Above, power trio Monkeyjunk will also play opening day at the Kemptville Live Music Festival July 20. dition to their 2012 Juno Award for Best Blues Album of the year, MonkeyJunk have also collected an amazing total of 10 Maple Blues Awards including winning Electric Act of the Year five times. Come out Thursday, July 20 and be prepared to be impressed!
hard to define. They describe what they do as everything from "Detroitinfluenced, fuzz-tinged, rootsy rock and roll to Alabama soul." To cover this range of musical styles, they combine southern harmony with tremolo-drenched guitar tones aided by a Hammond organ sound and driven by a New Orleans Soulstack style rhythm section. This Kitchener Fronted by vocalist Jon Knight, based five-piece group consists of Soulstack is a band that can be rather Jon Knight (guitar and vocals), Chris
Latta (guitar), Mark Wessenger (vocals, piano and organ), Darryl Peterson (bass) and Tom Bona (drums). Soulstack have produced three studio albums, Big Red (2012), Five Finger Discount (2013) and Soulstack (2015), as well as their Live & Acoustic DVD/Blu-ray release also in 2015. Soulstack has been nominated for a total of eight Maple Blues Awards, winning three of these as Drummer of the Year.
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WATERFRONT Otty Lake - $508,000 Gorgeous lot with super private location only 10 minutes to Perth. Spacious 3 + 1 bedroom, 2.5 bath 2 storey with large main floor master suite. Main floor laundry, sunroom/den. Cathedral ceiling in great room with corner fireplace. 420 feet of natural shoreline. Awesome water views from most rooms! www.259healeydriveperth.com Call Barbara Shepherd 613 326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca TWO INCOME PROPERTIES
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5-7 Aberdeen Street - $179,900 Great rental income on this side by side with both units having 3 bedrooms. Located close to schools and park for the children. Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca
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This is the sweetest set up! A beautiful sun filled two bedroom home overlooking Duck Bay. The view from every window, as well as two inviting balconies facing east and west gives evidence of the beautiful country we live in. Large windows, vaulted ceilings and two skylights wash this home in sunshine. Custom kitchen with 9 foot island, corner propane fireplace and rich hardwood floors add to the character of this year round get away. A gentle slope to the Upper Rideaus Duck Bay gives access to the lake via a small boat. Excellent opportunity for kayakers or canoe enthusiasts. Spotless insulated 3 car garage is home to your toys. Welcome to life on the lake! Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca
SOLD!! WATERFRONT SOLD!! Otty Lake Home - $599,000 Perfectly private at the end of the road – 250 ft. of waterfront with awesome views from almost every window and the oversize, entertaining-sized deck. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, family room with woodstove, double and single garages. Chef kitchen with island wine/breakfast bar. Immaculate. 10 mins to Perth. Call Barbara Shepherd 613 326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca
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Take a wild ride into the future with these funny passengers MOVIE: Passengers STARRING: Chris Pratt, Jennifer Lawrence, Michael Sheen and Lawrence Fishburne DIRECTOR: Morten Tyldum RATING: PG In the distant future Earth is overcrowded, over-priced and over-rated. Fortunately through the Homestead Company you can travel in suspended animation on one of their fail-safe interstellar ships to a brand new world. Once you're 'asleep' in their pods your 120-year journey will seem like a night's sleep. At least that's what the brochure said. For Jim Preston (Chris Pratt), who's been woken up 90 years too soon, the reality is something else. A fluke meteor strike caused a ship malfunction which in turn caused Jim's pod to wake him up. Now he's alone on an interstellar cruise ship with no way to get back into stasis. Jim spends the next year with no one to talk to except an android bartender named Arthur (Michael Sheen). At first he's okay. Jim attempts to make the best of it, but as the year goes on the loneliness weighs heavily. It's at his darkest point he sees Aurora (Jennifer Law-
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rence) asleep in her pod. It's fair to say that Jim's sanity is questionable, but none-the-less he falls in love with Aurora. He struggles with what to do. He knows waking her is wrong, but the temptation to have someone with him is great. Ultimately he gives in and wakes Aurora letting her believe it was another malfunction. The next year is a whirlwind romance as Jim and Aurora adjust to their new situation. It's almost perfect until Aurora learns the truth. She barely has time to really hate him when crew member Gus Mancuso (Lawrence Fishburne) is woken up. His pod also malfunctioned, but it's more than just his pod. The whole system is about to crash. What's worse, Gus is dying leaving it up to Jim and Aurora to find the problem and fix it before the ship explodes. Passengers is a fascinating look at the human psyche.
Watching how Jim and Aurora react to their situation and wondering what would I do? Would I do anything different? It gives the film an emotional tension that's raw and real. It begins with Jim's loneliness and descent into madness. It increases when he wakes Aurora and they begin their love affair only to have everything come crashing down when the truth is revealed. It's intense but it's a slow burn that builds until you almost can't stand it. Then the drama of Jim and Aurora is eclipsed by the ship's possible explosion, and that slow burn becomes an inferno. It's utterly engrossing. Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence are incredible. Together they take us through a myriad of emotions, all of them real, all of them felt keenly by the audience, and it's what makes this story so enthralling. From their darkest moments to their unbridled joy and back again and everything in between their performances are mesmerizing. Passengers for all its futuristic settings and stunning effects is about what most good stories are about; people. Mark Haskins' column is a regular feature.
Friends of the Smiths Falls Library hold 20th annual Trivia Challenge Feb. 12 It's that time of the year when the Friends of the Smiths Falls Library invite teams to participate in their Annual Trivia Challenge. The 20th annual fundraiser takes place in the Lancaster Room (main floor) at the Smiths Falls Royal Canadian Legion, 7 Main Street, on Sunday, Feb. 12. So it's now time for teams to begin forming. All of the teams participating in the past few years have been contacted. Over the past six years there have been six different winners: Rotary, Red Hot Peppers (McKenneys), Perthites, Absent Minds (EOH), Trivial Recruits (hospital staff), and Red Hawks (SFDCI). Most years have seen the top four to five teams within five points of one another. Usu-
ally, we have 17 to 18 teams, each composed of up to 10 members paying a $125 entry fee. An afternoon snack will be prepared, a 50/50 draw, the bar will be open, and a fun filled afternoon is guaranteed. While there are many local teams we always have entries from Perth and area and on occasion Carleton Place and Brockville. As usual, there are five categories of questions, each worth 20 points. We are introducing Canada 150 (naturally) and Planet Earth this year, while bringing back Under the Rules, Happiness Is and Potpourri (which includes sports). All proceeds of this event go towards children's programs, equipment and materials for the library. In
addition, the Friends of the Library have in the past two years been able to purchase a hard cover, high quality book for each child at Duncan J Schoular and St James the Greater schools. Come out for the fun make new friends - and help a good cause. Entry forms can be picked up at the Smiths Falls & District Public Library, 81 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls. Teams interested in entering the 20th annual trivia challenge should make their submissions to the library no later than Wednesday, Feb. 8 or contact Tom Foulkes for further details or information at 613-283-2706. The challenge starts at 1:30 p.m. sharp. Submitted by the Friends of the Smiths Falls Library
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NOTICE OF ACCOMMODATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC) PUBLIC MEETING FOR GRENVILLE, BROCKVILLE, RIVER, RIDEAU, LANARK NORTH AND LANARK SOUTH FAMILIES OF SCHOOLS The Upper Canada District School Board is continuing with the Building for the Future Pupil Accommodation Review process by hosting a second round of Accommodation Review Committee (ARC) public meetings. The purpose of these meetings, which follow the first round of public meetings held in November 2016, is to receive further information from the public in response to the draft recommendations for school closures and consolidations presented in an Initial Staff Report that was received by the Board of Trustees on September 28, 2016. A copy of that report, additional information, and a link to an online survey in response to the draft recommendations presented in the report are available through the Pupil Accommodation Review link on the UCDSB main page at www.ucdsb.on.ca. A public meeting for the Grenville, Brockville and River Families of Schools will be held on: Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Brockville Collegiate Institute 90 Pearl Street East, Brockville 6:30 p.m. [Doors open at 6:00 p.m.] The public meeting scheduled for the Rideau, Lanark North, and Lanark South Families of Schools will be held on: Monday, January 30, 2017 Smiths Falls and District Collegiate Institute 299 Percy Street, Smiths Falls 6:30 p.m. [Doors open at 6:00 p.m.] Important Notice: In the event of inclement weather, alternate meeting dates will be posted on the UCDSB website, and school and Board Facebook pages. To confirm which public meeting applies to your local school, contact your school office, or visit the recommendations by family of schools page at www.bit.ly/2eVPtDE, then click on your school family in the column at left or your ARC page. The meetings will also be livestreamed at the following link: January 24, 2017 http://livestream.com/UCTV/Brockville January 30, 2017 http://livestream.com/UCTV/smithsfalls Members of the public who are interested in making a presentation at these ARC public meetings should review the ARC Guide for Delegations, noting the process and timelines for receiving requests. This information can be found at: www.bit.ly/2eeARjG.
For more information concerning the Building for the Future Pupil Accommodation Review call 1-800-267-7131, or email buildingforthefuture@ucdsb.on.ca. Jeff McMillan Chair
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LAWS still in need of volunteers who can spare a few hours a week We're still looking for volunteers. If you have a few hours per week available to help clean cages, do laundry, help socialize some of our cats to make them more available to be adopted then please stop by to fill out a volunteer form. Three-hour volunteer shifts are either in the morning from 8 to 11 a.m. or afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. It would be preferred if you could commit to at least one shift per week or one shift every other week. Handy men are very welcome, too
This week's featured pets Peaches Peaches has been at LAWS since August and has seen many cat friends going before her. Lately she's trying very hard to get your attention as she wants out! She can be a little feisty and bossy but overall she's just a nice little adult kitty. Her battle wounds on her face have healed up nicely. She is in the cat runs with 10 other cats. She is OK with that but prefers not to have
to play with them.
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Pepper Pepper arrived at LAWS in November and was extremely fearful and shy. cat, please help Pepper to overcome Slowly she's coming along nicely even her shyness. We're sure you'll be paid rolling over for a belly rub. Recently back tenfold. we were able to hold her and pet her Moon Moon was part of the cat colony in Carleton Place and is also still a bit shy. She is a nice cat who, with some time and patience, will be just fine in a home with someone who is experienced with an anxious cat. She chirps when you reach to pet her, and will accept being held and cuddled for a very short time. This is a big improvement from the days when she would simply move away when approached and refuse to be touched. in our arms for a few minutes without her trying to go back to her cage where she still feels safest. We leave her cage door open, but she doesn't venture out yet, however she is getting more curious and is starting to peek around showing a bit of interest to know what's going on in the room. Her ears are no longer flat from anxiety and her beautiful large eyes will look at you in anticipation of some TLC. She's starting to kneed She just needs time and patience and when you talk to her, whis is good consistent gentle reassurance. Moon progress in almost two months since is so deserving of a forever home she's her arrival. If you have time and pa- been waiting for since September. tience and would like a very pretty Moon, like all our adoptable cats,
is spayed, up to date with her inoculations, micro-chipped and comes with six weeks free pet insurance. Her adoption fee is $160. Kingsley Kingsley is a pleasant two-year-old male cat. He's been with LAWS since mid-November and sighs of sadness.
some very quiet cat friends but he is an active young boy who wants more excitement in his life. He would love a home of his own where he can explore and play. He is friendly and affectionate and eager to get on with his real life. If you like to meet him or hear more about Christopher please come All his favorite cat friends recently to LAWS to meet him. found homes and he's still waiting to be chosen. He's a bit private about his Wish list LAWS is currently in need of the past. He observes and snoozes a lot. He does like other cats and the odd following items: postage stamps, sturtime you see him batting a toy around. dy garbage bags, canned Friskies pate He doesn't need a lot of attention cat food, non-latex gloves, office copy but a welcoming home with good paper, Liquid Paper white out and toifood and cuddles on command is a lot let paper. Thank you for your continued supbetter than spending the days at the shelter. Kingsley would be a good ad- port. Follow us if you like on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals dition for a quiet household. or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at Christopher Meet this gorgeous tabby cat who shelter@lanarkanimals.ca or by calling has been with us since October. Chris- 613-283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 topher shares one of our cat runs with Glenview Road, Smiths Falls.
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How to properly grow, propagate and harvest edible Goji berries Goji berries are said to be the new super food with an excellent source of antioxidants therefore good for our health. They are expensive to buy. Therefore I thought I would research this particular plant and grow and harvest my own. I bought one plant a couple of years ago. It has survived locally (USDA zone 3-10) and grown nicely. Goji berrries like a full sun, well-drained location. They can grow up to six feet in height. It does not need another variety/ plant to produce fruit. My plant was five feet high after two years and produced a few berries, at which point I thought I should learn how to prune the plant. It was suggested you prune during its dormant period (winter here). I wanted to go one step further and learn how to propagate and produce more plants as well. When pruning, just do a light pruning the first year. Keep the healthiest shoot, which will become the main trunk. And remove some of the lower lateral shoots, with the goal of keeping the trunk clear for the
Master Gardeners first foot above the ground, when your Goji plant reaches 24 inches, remove the growing tip to stimulate the growth of additional side branches. I also took softwood cuttings in mid-October (the top four inches of growth at the tip of the main shoots). I take my cuts on an angle right at a node dip the cutting in a #2 rooting hormone powder, potted them using moist pro-mix potting soil. Then I placed the pots on my seed heating pad (providing bottom heat) under grow lights (on 12 hours daily), placed a clear plastic cover over top and keep in this environment for two weeks, checking their moisture level periodically using bottom water when necessary. After two weeks roots had developed. The cover was then removed otherwise they stayed in
this location for an additional two weeks. After a month I was able to pot them up into a larger size pot and move them to a windowsill. Use a mild fertilizer and water. Do bottom watering as necessary. After a month these same small cuttings were large enough that I was able to take additional cuttings and repeat the same method mentioned above. In the spring after our last frost I will harden them off and plant them outside, as I look forward to having a reasonable amount to harvest in two years. Eating Goji berries: You can eat them raw or soak them in hot water before munching. Others prefer drying them and using Goji berries to trail mixes, smoothies or as a garnish on cereals, salads or yogurts. Goji berries can be used in many recipes. Enjoy exploring the many healthy ways of using Goji berries in your cooking. Visit our website at www.lanarkmg.blogspot.com or follow us on Facebook or Twitter. Judy Wall is a Lanark County Master Gardener
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Above, Theresa Stork plays the role of Harley Quinn, just one of the Cosplay, comic book heroes or villains featured in A Comi-Cal Murder. The latest Mississippi Mudds mystery dinner theatre show runs Jan. 27 and 28 at the Carleton Place Town Hall auditorium. There will be lots of surprises and laughs and a tasty meal provided by Leatherworks catering. Tickets are $45, including taxes, and are available at the Carleton Place Hallmark store (438 McNeely Avenue, 613-253-3000). For more information, visit www.mississippimudds.ca.
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Have we lost another iconic listening venue in Hugh’s Room? You know what goes through your mind when you're told you've lost a friend. Immediately, a stream of memories flow through, almost instantaneously. Well, that's what happened to me on the weekend when told the best listening room in Toronto, Hugh's Room, had closed its doors due to insolvency. I remembered the special concerts. I was taken there by my family to celebrate several birthdays; one of Jackie Washington's last birthday shows with Ken Whiteley, Mose Scarlett and of course, Jackie. I will treasure a laminated poster I got that evening featuring a one-line drawing of Jackie by Holmes Hooke, accompanied by lyrics of the song You Never Sang the Blues written by Bobby Watt and Holmes as a tribute to Jackie and autographed by Bobby, Holmes and Jackie. Another was one of many Stan Rogers Tribute shows I attended, hosted by the producer of Stan's recordings, Paul Mills, with Sue, all my kids and my brother there to share the evening. Another was the CD release of the late Taylor Mitchell, her youthful enthusiasm matching the strength of her production. Hugh's Room opened in 2001 by Richard Carson on Dundas St. W., just south of Bloor and a short walk from the Dundas West subway station. Named in memory of his brother, Hugh Carson, a folkie who'd always dreamed of opening a folk club in Toronto but was unfortunately diagnosed with cancer in 1999 and died just four weeks later,
Hugh's Room quickly became a 'go to' venue for veteran folk icons like Pete Seeger, Odetta, Maria Muldaur, Tom Russell, Canada's Whiteley clan, as well as other genres represented by the Strawbs, jazz B3 great Joey DeFrancesco or blues star Richie Havens. Canadian folk, roots, blues and jazz players began to see it as a musical hub for presenting their music. So many young singer/songwriters' careers were boosted by playing there, Serena Ryder being just one. It runs as a licensed restaurant and concert space with seating for 200 in a comfortable three-tiered room, complete with great sound (and sound people) and sight lines. There isn't a bad seat in the place. As an out-of-towner, it was always a place I could count on to get my live music fix in Toronto in a relaxed, friendly, welcoming environment where I almost always ran into fellow music friends from all over. I first met Holmes Hooke who booked the entertainment there for the first 12 years, early on. His ability to entice and present top talent helped put Hugh's Room on the map, internationally. Never knowing when I'd be able to attend, Holmes knew my love of music and my living far away and I'm grateful to him for always finding me a chair somewhere in several already sold out shows. The staff were always accommodating, friendly and I feel sad for them, Richard and all the musicians who have lost their earning potential with this closing. I re-
member conversations with CBC Radio's Saturday Night Blues host Holger Petersen, Sylvia Tyson (Ian & Sylvia), musical greats Maria Muldaur, Tom Russell, Laura Smith, music promoter Richard Flohil (who first brought BB King to Canada) and so many others. I made many contacts there that ended up playing our house concerts. Tribute shows evolved into being a regular event to put 'bums in seats'. Well attended, these were various musicians, singles, duo's, groups, from all over, coming together to take turns performing songs of a featured songwriter. Juno Award winner for his CD graphic design covers, Michael Wrycraft, co-ordinated 70 tribute shows, honouring artists like David Bowie, James Taylor, Tom Waits, Carole King as well as some done under the Girls Do Boys or Boys Do Girls banner, where a number of female singers would take turns covering a favourite male singer or vice versa. I attended several of
these and was never disappointed. It was a great way to hear several of your favourite singers perform on the same night, doing unique things. Singer/songwriter Jory Nash, is the co-founder of what became the annual Gordon Lightfoot Tribute a tribute that was to have been its 14th this year, one that had grown to four nights, due to its quality and love. I remember Jory writing a few years ago about how Gordon had actually shown up and borrowed Jory's guitar to provide an impromptu performance. Great room, wonderful people, tons of memories...I'm hearing rumblings there may be a possibility of a second wind for Hugh's Room. One can only hope. I'll keep you posted. The memory flashes continue... One of the musicians who was to have been hosting his own performance soon at Hugh's Room is Al Lerman, who just happens to be visiting our Listening Room, playing his blues stylings on Sunday, Jan. 29 - The Perth Tea Room (Perth Restaurant), 7 p.m. His playing enchants with lots of sizzle and even more soul. You'll be able to witness his magic on guitar and harmonica, along with his smoke 'em if you've got 'em bluesy vocals. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Perth Tea Room (and by calling 613-2673170 to make dinner reservations
beforehand) or by calling 613267-7902 for ticket reservations. A portion of the proceeds will go to Lanark Interval House. Hope to see you come out and support this hard working musician. Upcoming events • Thursday, Jan. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m.: The Peter Brown Trio will play some wonderful jazz at the inaugural performance at Slackoni's Italian Restaurant's new location at Best Western in Perth. They will be performing there the third Thursday of each month. • Saturday, Jan. 21: Garnet Rogers at Almonte Old Town Hall at 8 p.m. as part of the Folkus Concert Series. Go to: https://folkusalmonte.com/folkus-tickets/ for ticket information. • Sunday, Jan. 29: Al Lerman performs at 7 p.m. in the Listening Room Series at the Perth Tea Room (see information above). • Saturday, Feb. 18: The third annual Fire & Ice Dance at the Crystal Palace in Perth at 7 p.m. Bonfire and fireworks with music by the Riq Turner Band. Ticket information is to follow. • Sunday, Feb. 19: Harry Manx at the Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Come hear this blues/slide player offer his unique stylings. You'll love him. Call Sandra at 613-279-2198 for reservations. Support live music everywhere
Sustaining a culture of giving through Canada’s Volunteer Awards: Nominations open until Feb. 3
Over the past 150 years, Canadian communities have flourished with the help of volunteers. In fact, Canada is known for its generosity. In 2016, we ranked sixth in the World Giving Index, which provides insight into the scope and nature of giving around the world. In the Ontario region, we are proud to have so many great volunteers that are helping to keep our Canadian reputation alive. Just this year, Ryan Hreljac, founder of the Ryan's Well Foundation in Kemptville, was one of 16 recipients of the 2016 Canada's Volunteer Awards. Ryan Hreljac and the Ryan's Well Foundation have a common goal with many Canadians: to make a difference. At the age of six, Ryan first raised money to build a well in Africa as part of a school project. Committed to providing effective and sustainable solutions to water crises in the poorest regions of the world, Submitted photo he later established the Ryan's Well Foundation. In 17 years, the FounAl Lerman will showcase his blues sizzle and soul at his Jan. 29 Listen- dation has raised almost $8 million and completed 1,000 projects in ing Room series performance at the Perth Tea Room.
developing countries, helping move more than one million people from the harsh cycle of deprivation to a promising future. Recognizing and encouraging such volunteers is why Canada's Volunteer Awards are so important. The awards recognize the important contributions of individuals, not-for-profit organizations and businesses across the country. They inspire new volunteers. They also encourage volunteers to continue to do what they love. In honour of the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, Canada's Volunteer Awards are proud to further engage young volunteers. The Emerging Leader category is expanding from one national to five regional awards in order to recognize more young volunteers for their contributions to their com-
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munities. By nominating a volunteer, you can be part of the change in your community. Award recipients can choose an eligible not-for-profit organization to receive a grant of $5,000 (regional award) or $10,000 (national award). These grants help support positive change and initiatives. If you know a volunteer, a notfor-profit organization or a business that is making a difference in your community, show your appreciation by nominating them for a Canada's Volunteer Award today. For more information and to submit a nomination, please visit Canada.ca/volunteer-awards. Be part of the change in your community. Nominate a volunteer today. Submitted by Employment and Social Development Canada
Function and safety can at times take back seat to design and esthetics "Hello Brian, I look forward to and enjoy your column every week. I wish to express my 'Beef' about nearly all of the vehicles built in recent years. That is the lack of visibility from inside these cars and trucks because of wide windshield pillars and up to two inches of the windshield being blocked out around the edges. One should have eyes about 12 inches apart. When coming to a stop sign at a cross street these wide pillars etc., can virtually hide a vehicle approaching, especially from the right side. One can no longer see either front or rear fenders or out the rear window. Without rear view cameras I guess we are supposed to 'park by ear'. I believe that the lack of visibility is a tremendous safety hazard. I look forward to your comments. Perhaps we need a few more Ralph Naders!" Yours truly, Wally I agree that sometimes in the auto manufacturing industry, function and safety take a back seat to design and esthetics. If you think otherwise, take a look at all those microscopic back windows on the ultra-sport hatchback set. With windshield pillars however it can be a matter of safety. These critical body structures can provide a lot of the support and strength needed to prevent a vehicle's roof from collapsing in the event of a roll-over. While the windshield glass
itself can be responsible for up to 60 per cent of this structural integrity, when passenger air-bags deploy they often damage the glass, so some extra muscle from the pillars isn't a bad idea. Generally speaking, windshields have grown over the years and most of today's autos have more coverage than similar models from years ago, (remember the metal front roof visors on many vehicles from the 40s and 50s?). While I'm hesitant to offer driving advice to veterans of the road, I'd suggest trying different seat and mirror adjustments to anyone having difficulty with visibility outward in their vehicle. The habitual mirror and seat placements of the past may have to give way to newer settings. "Hello Brian, Thank you for your article on vehicle quirks with easy fixes but could be major if going to the shop. My wife has a 2013 Kia Sportage EX Luxury model. It is equipped with navigation. The volume on the entire system stopped working, just two and a half months after the warranty expired. We made an appointment with the dealer. On the appointment date, the dealer was unable to get it into the shop and another date was scheduled. I 'Googled' the problem and found it was a common issue with an easy fix. There is a reset button at the top right of the screen on the dashboard. I inserted a small object into the
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opening and pushed the button. The system volume immediately began to work and has been working for about three weeks now without a repeat of the issue. I find it disappointing that neither Kia Canada nor the dealer suggested pushing the reset button." Cheers, John Great suggestion and thanks for passing it along. A lot of the new infotainment displays on many vehicles can develop software glitches that put their screens (and their owners) in the dark. With those units that don't have reset switches, sometimes simply disconnecting the power source by taking off one battery cable and rebooting it is all it takes to get things bright and functional again. But before trying this, check your owner's manual to see if your radio has anti-theft features. This system may require a pass-code to be entered after reconnecting the battery. If so equipped, the pass-code should be located in the same manual or in pur-
chase documents. If you're not sure, contact your authorized selling dealership to find out. The annual Canadian auto sales report is now out for 2016 from Desrosiers Automotive (a leader in industry consulting) and our love for trucks seems to know no bounds. Light trucks (this segment also includes sport utilities and most mini-vans) accounted for 66.0 per cent of all vehicles sold new in Canada last year. This is up from 62.3 per cent in 2015. As fuel prices are set to rise, not fall, in 2017, this mix is bound to cause
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If raising money for the library is gangster, then everyone needs to pick up a Tommy Gun! The seventh season of The Village Chef events kicked off with a bang at Mainstreet Restaurant in Merrickville on Jan. 11. The Al Capone themed event, complete with newspaper placemats depicting the famous gangster's arrest for tax evasion, featured a three course meal, silent auction, live auction and 50/50 draw. All proceeds from the event went to The Friends of the Merrickville Public Library (FMPL). Celebrity chefs for the evening were Merrickville-Wolford CAO/Clerk John Regan and Merrickville-Wolford Mayor David Nash. The irony of a municipal employee and mayor hosting an event that paid homage to a tax evader may have been lost on some. "It's a full house," said Terri Graham, Mainstreet Restaurant manager. The event was sold out, with approximately 80 people in attendance of the first Village Chef event of 2017. "The library is a staple of the community," explained Nash. "We have a fantastic library here in Merrickville." Nearly everyone was dressed to the nines in Al Capone era garb. "I would like to welcome and thank everyone for coming out tonight," said Mike Neelin, owner of Mainstreet Restaurant. "Here we go with Village Chef season seven! This is a win-win for everyone involved and it just seems to work so well. It's all about the chef of the evening and the organization
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Just being named as a finalist for the Loran Award is a major accomplishment. Local student, William Van Vliet, has done just that. And he has a pretty good chance of taking home the prestigious award, which is valued at $100,000 over four years of undergraduate study. Van Vliet, a grade 12 student at St. Michael Catholic High School in Kemptville, is "honoured" just to be considered for the award. More than 4,400 students applied this year and 84 finalists were selected nationwide. The Loran Award is considered Canada's most comprehensive undergraduate scholarship for character, service and leadership. "Even if I don't win, I've already made amazing connections - met amazing people," said Van Vliet. He attended his first series of interviews for the Loran Award in Ottawa back in December. He will also be at the Loran Scholars Foundation's national selections in Toronto on Feb. 3 and 4. After national selections, the Loran Scholars Foundation
will select up to 32 Loran Scholars. If chosen as a Loran Scholar, Van Vliet would be the first ever from Kemptville. If not selected as a scholar, every finalist is eligible to receive a $3,000 finalist award. "I was talking to a former winner and he told me the $100,000 is more so you don't have financial worries, but the biggest opportunity is the networking," said Van Vliet. "The Loran Scholars have their own community, like university alumni. Those connections really help you, especially with business commerce, which is what I am interested in." "This is an opportunity to meet a lot of young leaders," he continued. To even be mentioned in the same sentence as former winners of the Loran Award is "unbelievable," he explained. "It's an achievement to even get this far." Van Vliet is being considered for the award for spearheading the expansion of the intramural sports program at St. Mike's. He has also served as captain of various sports teams, including hockey and cross-country, and volunteers as a basketball
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William Van Vliet, grade 12 student at St. Michael Catholic High School in Kemptville, has been selected as one of the finalists for the prestigious Loran Award, which is valued at $100,000 over four years of undergraduate study. coach. He began volunteering at the Kemptville District Hospital at the tender age of eight, and has continued to do so for the past decade. "The hospital is our social wellness hub," he explained. "Being involved with that is very important."
Van Vliet also works parttime as an e-commerce associate at the Kemptville Walmart. "I am part of the Walmart pick-up team. I helped initiate that program and was the only student chosen to do so," he said. "Having the brick and mor-
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Official name of French public school unveiled by students, staff Jan. 12 named. The sign for École élémentaire publique Rivière Rideau, The French public school in as the school will henceforth be Kemptville has officially been known, was unveiled at a namBY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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ing ceremony held on Jan. 12 at the W.B. George Centre. “We consulted the parents and they came up with names for the school,” explained prin-
cipal Josée Bédard. “It was supposed to be the name of a person; someone who represented Kemptville. The culture and values Kemptville represents, but we could not find any French names.” The French names the parents did find were from eastern Ontario, not Kemptville specifically. “But we did find that the Rideau River touches the whole catchment area of the board,” she explained. “This name gives us an attachment to the rest of the board.
The school falls under the umbrella of Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario. “The board was clear it wanted the name of a person, but the parents’ preference was the Rideau River, and the board listens to the community,” said Bédard. The name was selected just before Christmas. The school opened on Aug. 30, 2016 and now boasts enrollment of 37 local children. The students will have their say when it comes to the school’s logo. They will submit
their ideas for and the school administration will build on what they come up with. The school’s inauguration, at which time the logo will be unveiled, is set for 1 p.m. on Feb. 16 at the W.B. George Centre in Kemptville. The school is located at 50 Campus Drive on the Kemptville College grounds. It currently caters to students from kindergarten to grade six. For more information about the school, visit riviere-rideau. cepeo.on.ca or call 613-2581555.
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The French public school’s official name – École élémentaire publique Rivière Rideau - was unveiled by students and staff during a ceremony held at the W.B. George Centre on Jan. 12.
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Merrickville-Wolford welcomes new deputy clerk to their ranks BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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There's a new clerk in town. Christina Conklin, the new deputy clerk for MerrickvilleWolford, is a native of Roebuck. "I grew up on a dairy farm," she explained. Conavista farm, where Conklin spent her childhood, is still run by her now 71-year-old father. "He's where I learned my value of hard work." Conklin landed a summer position with a law firm in Kingston when she was in grade 11. That job morphed into a full-time position that she held for six years. "It was a great experience," she explained. "I went from a summer student, to receptionist and then to an assistant for one of the partners." From there, Conklin dove into the insurance world – landing work with the Economical Insurance Group in Kingston. "I worked in the subrogation department there. I spent almost two years doing that." From there, she became an office manager for Sunbelt Business Brokers, where she
handled administrative matters and determined the value of businesses. "That took me to Vancouver, where I worked for Pacific Business Brokers," said Conklin. She moved to Vancouver in 2013, where she lived right downtown in English Bay. "It was amazing. But my family was here and that's why I came back." She returned to the area in 2015 and applied for the office clerk position with Augusta Township. "At that point, I had already started my municipal administration program through AMCTO (Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario). I am just working on my final semester of that program now. I just started the municipal law program as well. It keeps me busy," she said. Conklin began work with the municipality on Jan. 3 and looks forward to familiarizing herself with the community and public. She currently lives in Brockville, but is hoping to move to Merrickville in the near future. "I have always thought Merrickville was a beautiful place. I feel like it's very progressive
and forward thinking. There is always something going on here and I want to make a difference in the community," she noted. The CAO/Clerk, John Regan, has been excellent to work with, she explained. "The direction MerrickvilleWolford is going is very exciting," said Conklin. "We have some long-term goals and it's exciting to see them being active on it." Already she has recognized the sense of community felt throughout Merrickville-Wolford. "I love how the public is involved and how we reach out for their input," she said. "I feel the communication between council, staff and the public is at a high level and communication is very important." Conklin hopes to play a role in the upcoming Canada 150 celebrations in Merrickville. "I think the celebrations here are going to really showcase the community," she said. The deputy clerk position is a "good fit," she explained. "Everyone has been so welcoming. I can't wait to get out there and meet more people in the community."
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Inaugural Dog Park Derby set for Feb. 5 OPP lay drug charges in Kemptville Jan. 9 On Sunday, Feb. 5, North Grenville Dog Parks Inc. and Canadian Tire, Kemptville will host its inaugural Dog Park Derby at the Rideau Carleton Raceway. This event is a major fundraiser for the establishment of an off-leash dog park in North Grenville, located in Ferguson Forest. The evening promises to be fun-filled with live harness racing, fine dining, a spectacular silent auction, 50/50 Draw, door prizes, complimentary race program, a $2 race, a $5
slot voucher, free valet parking and coat check. If you have not been to the raceway lately, the newly renovated dining room offers even more choices than before! You can enjoy freshly made sushi and a live action grill section where you can enjoy signature dishes. The only problem left for you, in face of all those succulent options, will be to make room for an amazing dessert selection. There will be incredible sponsorship and advertising
opportunities for this event. Tickets are $40. For ticket purchase, sponsorship opportunities and additional information, contact Candice O'Connell, event chairperson, by calling 613-258-0697 or email coconnell@responsibledogowners.ca. Do not be disappointed. Be sure to get your tickets. All proceeds go towards establishing the Ferguson Forest Dog Park. Submitted by Carl Doucette, president of North Grenville Dog Parks
The Ontario Provincial Police Community Drug Action Team, Grenville County OPP and the OPP Emergency Response Unit executed a controlled drug and substance search warrant at a residence in Kemptville. At 6 a.m. on Jan. 9, police entered an apartment on Prescott Street and seized marijuana. The investigation revealed that the co-accused are also connected to a break and
enter in November 2016 at a local business resulting in the theft of truck parts. As a result, Cody William Shannon Sternberg, 22, Sam Sternberg, 20, and Kevin Warford, 21, all of Kemptville, are each charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking and break and enter into a place to commit an indictable offence. The accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Be yourself instead of hiding behind a persona, Aries. Show your true feelings and you will earn more respect for it. If you meet any resistance, try again. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a missed opportunity won’t come back to haunt you. You will have plenty of additional opportunities to make another go of things in the days to come. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you must find ways to sure up any cracks before you can move ahead. Give it your best effort, but you may want to seek advice from Pisces. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, keep forging ahead even if you feel like you are going up against a brick wall. Eventually you will find a solution and a way to overcome this obstacle. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 There are a few things you need to tackle early in the week, and then you Here’s How It Works: will likely have the rest of the time for recreation, Leo. Put travel at the top of your to-do list. Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Virgo, if you experience a scare, it will be short-lived and you will recover clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! quickly. The rest of the week could prove uneventful. Make the most the downtime. Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 29 - Thursday, January 19, 2017
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Regional Round-Up Almonte and District Horticultural Society monthly meeting, Monday, January 23, 7:30pm, Cornerstone Community Church. Speaker, David Hinks, Master Gardener and Millstone News Garden Writer. Info: Carol Kenward 613-256-5594. Almonte Civitan Bridge, Wednesday January 25, Almonte Civitan Hall, 12:30-1:00 pm Refreshments/Social Time 1:00-3:45 pm Bridge. Information Barb 613-256-2463 Linda 613256-3753. Almonte Legion, Saturday, January 21, 8-11 am. Breakfast of Champions. All welcome. Euchre- 4 hand, January 26, 7:30 p.m. Sponsor: The “Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St., light lunch. Contact Norma at 613-256-4179. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Lunch out, Tuesday, January 31. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Supper Social. Tuesday, January 24, 6 p.m. at the Almonte Legion. Transportation & entertainment provided. Call Home Support to reserve 613256-4700. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Monday, January 30, 2 p.m. at the Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to register. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month. Mills’ Seniors Services, Weekly Foot Care Clinics, Alison Kaczan RPN provides care, at the Mills’ Seniors Services Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call 613-256-4700 for appointment. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0-12mnths, Almonte Library. Mondays Jan 23, 30, 2-3pm. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, Jan 23, 30, Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-12p.m. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 25. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.noon. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095
Breakfast- 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. After 9 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. masses at St. Mary’s- 28 Hawthorne. Sponsor: Knight of Columbus. Caring for Aging Parents - What you need to know: January 21, 2pm, Presented by Claire Marson of Stonebridge Haven. Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith Street. 613-257-2702 Sign-up at the library as space is limited. Community Home Support- Carleton Place-Ladies Tea. Wednesday, January 25, at the Home Support Office. at 1:30. Please call Home Support to reserve or more info on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation 613 253-0733. Curling -Adult Drop- In every Monday and Wednesday afternoons 1 to 3 pm. Come and join us at the Carleton Place Curling Club 120 Patterson Cr.. Coffee and cookies every Monday.
Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, Metroland Media, Attn: Regional Roundup, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR cheryl.code@metroland.com. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.
Need to lose some weight, come and join us at TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a nonprofit weight loss support group. Monday evenings 5:30-7pm, Legion, 177 George St., Info: Leanne 613-253-2013. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, Jan 23, 30. Carambeck Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 25. Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31, Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25, Carambeck Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Weekly iSisters drop-in for women only to learn technology and computer skills. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays, at 5 Bates Street. Snacks and materials provided. Info: 613-867-1330.
KEMPTVILLE Baby Talk, Wednesday, January 25, 1:303 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd 43. North Grenville Toastmasters meet 1st, 3rd Thursday every month. O’Farrell Financial Services, Boardroom (292 County Rd. 44). 7 p.m. Learn communication/leadership skills. “Pyjama Jam” Tuesdays 5-7:30 p.m. 207-215 Sanders St. Info: (613)258-2225 or 1(866)433-8933 ext 2374.
LANARK Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Vic (613)259-5610. Crafts & Chat, Thursday, January 19 at the Lanark Learning Centre. Bring along your ideas and share with others. Everyone welcome. Crafts & Chat Thursday, January 26 at the Lanark Learning Centre, 1-3 pm. Bring along your project and ideas and share with others. Everyone welcome. Dance for Fun and Fitness at the Lanark Learning Centre Wednesdays, January 18th and 25th. Drop in or call 613-259-2207 to register. Frosty Fling Ecumenical Concert Sunday, at St. Andrew’s United Church, January 29 at 4 pm. Lanark Learning Centre Writing Group, Tuesdays from 1-3 pm. New members welcome. For information, call 613-259-2207. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 19, 26. Maple Grove School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan. 25. Maple Grove School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Peter Brown Frosty Fling Concert, Saturday, January 28 at the Lanark Learning Centre, 67 George Street. 7-9 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. For Tickets: 613-259-2207 or email annegraham2207@gmail.com Potluck Lunch and Crafts & Chat, Thursday, February 2 at 12 noon at the Lanark Learning Centre. Call to confirm 613-259-2207.
MERRICKVILLE Ham & Scalloped Potatoes - served at 6pm, Jan. 27 music by Neville Wells, 7-11pm. Merrickville Legion. Open House: Merrickville District Trails Society and the Cross-Country Ski Club, Saturday, January 21, at Merrickville District Community Health Centre, 9 a.m.-12 noon. Talk by John Mundy: “Walking the French Camino”. Open Stage, Merrickville Legion, 5-9 p.m January 29, Hosted by Heather Snow & The Flakes. Food provided by: The Village Bean. Roast Pork Dinner - served at 6pm, Jan. 20, music by Gord Barnes & Laredo. 7-11pm. Merrickville Legion.
PAKENHAM 4-Hand Euchre. Thursday January 26 7:00 pm start, at Stewart Community Centre Upper Hall. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event. 5 Span Sculpturing Saturday, January 28, 9-3:00 pm at 5 Span Feed & Seed. Hot chocolate, hot dogs, hot fire and hot company. Various prizes. A Frost Festival event. 6-Hand Euchre, Thursday, January 19, 7pm start, Stewart Community Centre Upper Hall. Admission includes a light snack & prizes. Sponsored by Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event. 613-624-5685 Appreciation Ceremony for BYBFB organizers. Friday January 27, 7:15 pm followed by O Canada sung by the Pakenham Public School Children’s Choir on Centre Ice, Stewart Community Centre. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event. Bingo Night. Wednesday, January 25, Doors open 6:30 pm. Games start 7:00 pm at Pakenham Public School. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event. Duke Wright and the Bob Seger Tribute Band, Friday, January 20, 9:00pm-1:00am. Stewart Community Centre Upper Hall. Tickets available Nicholson’s in Pakenham. Proudly presented by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. Free shuttle service home, book in advance, call 613-624-5925. Fish & Chip Dinner. Friday January 27, 4:30 to 7:00 pm. Stewart Community Centre, Upper Hall. Also a Peek at the Past Pakenham display. Tickets must be purchased in advance by January 22. Nicholson’s Store. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. 613624-5525 Following appreciation ceremony. Friday January 27, Jr B Hockey Game, Arnprior Packers vs Ottawa West Golden Knights. A Frost Festival event. Frost Festival Annual Pancake Breakfast: Saturday January 21, 7:00 -11:00 am. Pancakes, beans, sausages and drinks. Fiddle and piano music by Karson McEwen and John Mitchell. Stewart Community Centre Upper Hall. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. Frost Festival Ecumenical Church Service and Lunch: Sunday January 22, 11:00 at St. Andrew’s United Church. A light lunch follows the service. Call 613-624-5580 for more info. Frost Festival Movie Night, Pakenham Public School. Thursday, January 19, Doors open 6:00 pm, movie starts 6:30 pm. Secret Life of Pets.
Frost Festival Pub Night featuring Arnprior’s Casey Corbin and the Ryan’s starts at 8:00 pm. Stewart Community Centre, Upper Hall. Raucously fun Bake Auction with John O’Neill. Tickets: Nicholson’s in Pakenham. Free shuttle service home, book in advance, call 613-6245925. Races, Skating and Draws for Little Miss & Mister Pakenham. Friday, January 20, 7:30 to 9:00pm. All ages welcome. Stewart Community Centre Ice Surface. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event. Snowmobile Rally, on local trails, weather permitting. Saturday January 21, 9:00 am. Registration at the Fire Hall. Tobogganing Party, Saturday, January 28 12:00 Noon to 3:00 pm, at Pakenham Highlands Golf Course. Hosted by the Zion United Church Sunday School, Cedar Hill. Bring your own sleds. Hot chocolate provided. A Frost Festival event. Vintage Snowmobile Show, Sunday January 22, 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Ball Diamond. BBQ hotdogs and hot chocolate available. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event. 613-624-5580 Wine & Beer Tasting beginning at 6:008:45 pm. Friday, January 20. Enjoy samples for a fee from local breweries and vineyards. Tickets are available at Nicholson’s in Pakenham. Proudly presented by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club.
PERTH Al-Anon Meetings. If you are living with or near a drinking problem. Every Thursday 8 p.m. St. James Anglican Church, Drummond St. 613-267-4848, 613-267-6039. Are you trying to cope with a family member suffering from a mental illness? NAMI support group, every 4th Tuesday of the month. Info: 283-2170. Bi-monthly meeting of the Perth Co-housing Initiative, Thurs, Jan 19, 6-8 pm, at McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E., Perth. Everyone’s welcome. Dessert will be served. Details, 613264-8590. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 26 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Film Night International Perth kicks off its winter series with the Japanese film Our Little Sister, Wednesday, January 25, 2 and 7 pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. Details, 613-267-1224. Ladies Auxiliary of Branch 244, 26 Beckwith St. E. Robbie Burns Dinner and Dance. January 21, cocktails 6 pm and a Beef & Haggis dinner at 7 pm, Tickets: Legion Lounge or Marilyn Devlin 613-267-2688 Lanark County Quilters Guild , Saturday, January 24, 1pm. Guest: from Canadian Quilters Association Leslie Whitby, Trunk Show, President’s Challenge. Lions Hall, Perth Fairgrounds, refreshments. Men’s group, 1st Wednesday evening (February 1). Teens on up, All men warmly welcomed and respected. Bust isolation, build community. Details 613-267-8308. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, infant playgroup, Thursdays Jan 19, 26, The Dance Studio, 1-2pm. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays Jan 23, 30. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30-noon 613-283-0095.
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Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays Jan 19, 26, The Dance Studio, 9:30noon 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays Jan 24, 31, Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25. Perth Library, 10-noon. 613-283-0095. Perth & District Historical Society Meeting. Perth’s 200th Anniversary Committee presents an audio-visual review of the Town’s anniversary celebration events and activities throughout 2016. January 19, 7:30pm, Royal Canadian Legion, 26 Beckwith St., Perth; (for more information, 613-264 0094 www.perthhs. org ) Perth Civitan Country Jamboree, Sunday, January 22 (4th Sunday every month), 1:306:30 pm, Civitan Hall. Dinner 5 pm. Info: 613267-1825. Perth Stamp Club Meeting at 7:30 pm. on Wednesday, January 25th., McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E. Info. Phil Warrington 613-2640724. Perth Union Library’s Open House, Saturday January 28, 10am. We are excited to show off the results of the recent renovation. Refreshments served and comments will be at 10:30am. RTA Central Club, Saturday, January 21, Murphy’s Point Park. Level 2, moderate pace, 10 km. Cross country ski along the groomed trails in our favourite Provincial Park. Depart 9:30 a.m. Conlon Farm. Leader: Nancy Gaudreau, 613-390-9532 RTA Central Club, Saturday, January 28, Foley Mountain. Level 2, moderate pace, 5 - 8 km. Explore this beautiful conservation area on snowshoes. Depart 9:30 a.m. Conlon Farm. Leader: Jack Tannett, 613-466-0417 Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867. The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Thurs., January 19, Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St. Info: Carleen 613-812-4474.
RURAL 4 Hand Euchre Friday, January 20, 7:30 p.m., Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 All You Can Eat Spaghetti January 20 6 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport. All you can eat spaghetti Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau branch 543 Westport, 6 pm every third Friday. Archives Lanark open on the first and third Friday and the second and fourth Saturday from 10-3 pm at 1920 Con.7 Drummond (the former Drummond Township Office). For info call 613 267-3178 or 613 256-3130. Beckwith & District Friendship Club will meet February 1, Centennial Hall, Franktown, Potluck supper at 6 p.m. Musical entertainment. Inquiries 613-257-2756. Beckwith Playgroup meets Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30. Beckwith Twp Hall, Black’s Corners, (Sept.-June). Info: 613-2571539. See RURAL page 40
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CARD OF THANKS THANK YOU The family of the late Earl Davis wish to thank family and friends for their compassion, cards, emails and donations to CHEO and Heart & Stroke and the lovely flowers that provided comfort at this difficult time. Earl, you will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Lovingly, Jennifer & family
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The family of Evelyn McKay would like to thank the Lanark County Paramedic Service, the doctors & nurses of the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital (Perth Site) for their kind and compassionate care of our mother before her passing. Special thanks to Dr Alan Drummond for many years of medical advice, and the Rideau Ferry Country home for their care and friendship. Thanks to Blair & Sons Funeral Home for their personal attention, to John Hannigan & Barry Goodwin for conducting the Celebration of Life Service, and to Julie Kevan for singing a few of mom’s favorite hymns. We cannot thank our friends, family & neighbours enough for their visits, meals and the outpouring of cards and donations. We truly appreciate your kindness. Walter McKay Bob & Lois, Audrey, Donna & Mark
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VanNess, Jane L. Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital on Saturday, January 7, 2017. Jane VanNess of Innisville, in her 70th year. Dear wife of the late Del. Dear mother of Leon (Shirley). Loving grandmother of Sam and step-grandmother of Liz. Sister of Lynda and John Drummond, Judy (Terry) Lynch, Michael (Maureen) Lynch, Brian (Brenda) Lynch and Jackson (Cindy) Lynch. Predeceased by her brother Richard. Good friend of Donna, Julie, Larry and Jean. Missed by her cats Shadow and Lucky. A memorial service will take place at Boyd’s United Church, 450 Boyd’s Road, Carleton Place on Saturday January 21, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. For those who wish, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. www.barkerfh.com
Peacefully in Hospice after a battle with cancer on Thursday, January 12, 2017, at the age of 82. Married for 61 years and survived by his wife Joan (nee Howard). An Ottawa Valley boy, Gus was raised in Carleton Place and was the son of the late Rollitt and late Helen (nee Templeman) Saunders. He is survived by his daughter Barbara Smith (Jim), son Glenn Saunders (Rose), grandson Doug Paradis (Holly), granddaughters Christina Borda (Nick) and Anna Saunders, and great-granddaughter Brookelyn Borda. He is also survived by his brother Glenn of Colorado, sister Helen Anne Saunders and brother Brian of Barrie, ON. Predeceased by his son Bob. Gus was a member of the Royal Canadian Navy and was a Naval Pilot. USN trained in Pensacola FL, and Corpus Christi, Texas. Antisubmarine pilot VS881, VS880, HMCS Bonaventure (225 deck landings). CFB Shearwater VU-32 (OIC Advanced Training Flight), Base Operations Room Officer and Atlantic Provinces Sea Cadet Liaison Officer. While living in Nova Scotia, Gus was very involved in minor hockey. President of the Cole Harbour/BelAyr Minor Hockey Association, President of the Metro Peewee/Squirt Hockey Tournament, President of Metro Halifax/ Dartmouth Midget League, President Dartmouth Peewee Atlantics (Quebec 70) and President of the Dartmouth Junior Arrows. Then, posted to National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa, Gus started a new career and became a broker with the Ottawa Real Estate Board. After retirement and moving to Munster, Farmer Gus’ Pumpkin Ranch was born and many children, schools and daycares visited the open range farm. Gus also started the Ottawa-St. Lawrence Growers Association. He held the first Giant Pumpkin competition in Munster (World Champions 1994-1997) and eventually went to the By Ward Market to hold the Championships. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, Kanata Chapel 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata, ON K2M 1H4 613-591-6580 Wednesday, January 18, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday, January 19, 2017 after 10 a.m. Memorial Service will follow in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Conducted by Rev. Jim Baldwin. Gus led the family, in memory of their son Bob, in the Terry Fox Foundations efforts to raise money for a cancer cure. To that end and in lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Gus’ memory to the Terry Fox Foundation, Suite 900, 1200 Eglinton Ave. East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1H9. Condolences and Sharing Memories at www.kellyfh.ca.
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JONES Sally
Suddenly at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (Perth Site) on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. Sally Ward of Perth in her 76th year. Dear mother of Sandy Jones (Natalie Seguin) of Alymer, Cathy Moss of Lyndhurst. Predeceased by daughter, Cindy Jones. Fondly remembered by grandchildren, Sam (Karleen) and Lee, Christopher and Chad, as well as great grandson, Wyatt. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion (Br 244) 26 Beckwith St. E., Perth, on Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Everyone welcome. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Perth Lions Club P.O. Box # 20103 Perth ON K7H 3M6 or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. www.scotlandfuneralhome.com
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David J. Hartin
Passed away peacefully in his home on the lake, with his daughter and grand daughter at his side. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Papa, gentle brother and true friend. David lived life to the fullest and blessed us with his light heart, kind spirit and abundant love. All are welcome to gather at St. James Anglican Church, Perth, for a Choral Evensong Service in his memory on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. James Anglican Church-Liturgical Choir Fund. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
DOROTHY (DOLLY) BARIL, R.N. 1922 -2017 Dolly passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 94, early in the morning on Saturday, January 14th, 2017. Daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Greene of Gatineau, QC and predeceased by her brother Stewart (Gerry), sister Betty (Archie) and dear cousin Charlie Greene. She will be sadly missed by her children: Peter (Naullaq), David (Judy), Catherine, and Dan (Heather); her grandchildren Alethea (Jay), Cassidy, Jessica, Austin and Paul and her great grandson Anton; her close friends Alice, Evelyn, Ellen and Jack, as well as by her nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Dolly grew up in Gatineau Mills, Quebec and attended the Rideau Street Convent in Ottawa and trained as a nurse at the Ottawa General Hospital. At the end of World War II she married RCAF pilot, Paul Baril and raised her family mostly in Montreal, with a four year posting in Metz, France. After her family grew up, Dolly returned to nursing in emergency and intensive care at the Lakeshore General Hospital in PointeClaire and then as a public health nurse at Sir John Abbott College. In her retirement, she enjoyed cottage life and travel and, of course, taking care of family and friends. Dolly will be remembered as a wonderful storyteller, for her great sense of humour and prolific memory for old songs. “Show me the way to go home...” A Funeral Mass was held in the Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON.) on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 3pm. Reception followed in the C.R. Gamble Funeral Home. Interment will occur on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11am in the Notre Dame Cemetery (455 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON.). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation. The family wishes to thank Dr. Ann Oldfield and the staff at the Almonte General Hospital for their attentive care. Funeral Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care Of C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Cubitt Hugh B. Cubitt
Passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the age of 85. Beloved husband and best friend of Mildred (nee Hill). Proud father of Gail (George) Smith, Kenny (Debbie) Cubitt, Marshall Cubitt and Cindy (Bill) Saunders. Cherished grandfather of Jamie (Chris), Tina (Shawn), Adam and Bryan; and great-grandfather of Ayden, Carter, Madison, Haley, Alex and Paige. He will be sadly missed by his sister Carol, as well as his many extended family and friends. As per Hugh’s wishes, there will be a private family service at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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19.9.1919 – 09.01.2017 Our beautiful mother passed away quietly with dignity of spirit and in the love of her family. Florence (neé BROWN) was predeceased by her husband Lyle Elmo Jeffrey, owner and CEO of the former Jeffrey Luggage in Arnprior and Frontier Ranch Camp. She was also predeceased by her sons Bruce Allan and Grant Reid, her grandson Jonathan Glenn “Jay,” and 9 of her 11 brothers and sisters. Florence leaves her remaining sons David (Katherine), Glenn (Linda), Dale (Trish), and her daughter Jill, plus 15 grand children and 19 great grand children, her sister Lois Baskin (late Bert) and brother Melvin Brown (Edith). A multitude of friends and the wider community will remember her solid faith in God, leadership in Christian Women’s Club, lifetime ministry with her husband through The Gideons International and 26 years as co-director at Frontier Ranch Children’s Camp near White Lake. Florence’s faith in Jesus Christ gave her the strength to receive blessing and loss with grace. It also inspired her purpose, decisions, relationships, love of nature, writing and creativity. We wish to thank those who provided our mother’s care with integrity, kindness, and respect. Visitation - PILON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 50 John Street North, Arnprior (613-623-5194) on Friday, Jan. 20 7 to 9 p.m. Celebration of Life Service - GLAD TIDINGS PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 116 Baskin Drive W, Arnprior on Saturday January 21st at 11 am. Reception will follow. Private interment - Pinecrest Cemetery, Ottawa. Memorial donations to “Village Missions” (Stonecroft Ministries), “Bibles to Northern Canada” through Gideons International or to the charity of your choice are appreciated. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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GARNEAU, MYRTLE (nee Draper)
Peacefully at Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew on Monday morning, January 9th, 2017. Myrtle Ann Garneau of Arnprior passed away at the age of 85. Beloved and devoted wife for over 63 years of Bob. Dearly loved mother of Donna Watters (Peter) and Brian Garneau (Marleen Raymond). Cherished “Nanny” of Kelly Gibbons (Jesse), Tyler Watters, Victor Raymond, Mathew Garneau and Kyle Garneau and “Great-Nanny” of Jacob and Cameron. Dear sister of Allan Draper (Agnes); Violet Yendall and Earl Draper (Lise). Predeceased by a sister, Linda Wyman (Ralph). Fondly remembered by Peter Garneau (Connie) and Hubert Garneau (Bev) as well as many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, February 4th, 2017 from 10 until 11:45 a.m. A Service to remember Myrtle will follow in the Pilon Family Chapel commencing at 12 noon. Spring interment St. John’s Anglican Cemetery, South March. A very special “Thank You” is extended to the amazing staff at Groves Park Lodge for the exceptional care they provided to Myrtle and her family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society or Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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Tyhy Henryka (Hennia) nee Dybala Tyhy
Hennia passed away peacefully in the comfort of her family’s presence, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Thursday, January 12, 2017 in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Dennis Tyhy. Loving mother of Lori (Stephen) Ossinger and Steven (Angela) Tyhy. Precious Nana of Jackson and Grayson Ossinger, Branden, Ana and Celia Tyhy. Predeceased by her parents Zygmunt and Cacilia Dybala, and sister Mila Jefferies. Loved sister of John (Diane) Dybala and Susan (Brent) Bygrove. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held later in the spring at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Ontario Lung Association.
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CAIRNCROSS, James Bruce
Passed away on January 10, 2017 at the Smiths Falls Hospital in his 79th year. He is very sadly missed by his wife Pauline and children, Lynn (Richard Dickson), Joy (Brent Barber), and Jim Cairncross (Pam). He loved his grandchildren, Annie and Adele Dickson, Beth and John Cairncross. He is survived by his sisters Betty Middlemiss, Dorothy Busby and Bill, and his brother George Cairncross. Predeceased by his sister Muriel and Bernie Brunet. Bruce will be missed by many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Friends were invited to join the family for Bruce’s Memorial Service on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 1 o’clock with visitation one hour prior. As expressions of sympathy, donations to The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation UnitRespiratory Department would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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TRUDEAU, ALEXANDER “JACK”
(Retired Dep’t of National Defence) Peacefully at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital in Ottawa in the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 11th, 2017; Alexander John “Jack” Trudeau of Arnprior (Sandy Hook) passed away following a lengthy illness. He was 87. Beloved husband and best friend of the late Darlleen (nee L’Abbé). Dearly loved and proud father of John (Tracey) of White Lake; Richard (Joanne) and Kevin (Brenda), both of Arnprior. Cherished “Pappy” of Shannen, Jonathan, Jessica, Michael, Alexander, Julie and Scott. Predeceased by his parents: Sidney and Esther (nee Findley) Trudeau as well as brothers: Charlie (Marion of Arnprior) and Jim (Esther of B.C.). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A quiet, gentle man, Jack was happiest when with family or at his beloved farmland at White Lake. His love of hunting and the outdoors will live on in his children and grandchildren. He will be missed. Friends were invited to join Jack’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday, January 13th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again after 10 a.m. Saturday. A Funeral service followed in the Pilon Family Chapel on Saturday morning commencing at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery. In memory of Jack, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Legion Tribute Friday evening at 6:30. Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca
Mary Lou passed away in Perth Community Care Centre on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. She was the beloved wife of Alan Jempson and mother of Tim Bowstead and Heather Bowstead (Mike Ford). Mary Lou was the adored grandmother of twelve grandchildren and one great granddaughter. She will be sadly missed by her brother Bim (Deb) Blackadar, stepchildren Ian (Anaar), Linda (Blake) and Tony (Caroline) and all her family and friends. She was predeceased by her first husband Cyril Bowstead. Mary Lou earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Mount Allison University after which she went on to teach Fine Art in England, Nova Scotia and Ottawa high schools. The teaching included painting, life drawing, various print making techniques, ceramics and photography. After her retirement she continued to follow her passion for art in our home studio which included a full dark room, potter’s wheel and kiln overlooking the Ottawa River. A memorial gathering was held at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Saturday January 14th, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. In remembrance of Mary Lou, contributions to the Parkinsons Society would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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Gordena McClymont of Almonte, age 95 years. Beloved wife of the late John Solowjew. Dearly loved mother of Sandy (Cathie), Greg (Nancy), David (Susan) and Nancy (Eric). Predeceased by her son: Mike, Mother-inlaw of Debbie. Predeceased by 6 sisters; Jean, Nell, Aggie, Molly, Jess and Vimy and by 3 brothers; Sam, Hugh and Argyle. Loved granny of 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Friends may gather to celebrate Gordie’s life at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 on Friday, January 20th from 12 noon until time of Service complete in the Chapel at 2 PM. Spring interment Auld Kirk Cemetery. For those who may choose to honour Gordie with a memorial donation please consider the Almonte General Hospital Foundation. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Barrie John Rankin Barrie
Surrounded by his loving family, John Barrie passed away in Perth Hospital on Friday, January 13th, 2017 at the age of 77 years. Predeceased by his parents Rankin and Kay (Geddes) Barrie, and in 2014, his wife of 52 years, Margaret Truelove. Cherished father of Janet Barrie (Rob Garland), proud grandpa of Riley and Jordan Steenson. He will be sadly missed by his sister Jean (Barrie) Kelly and brother Jim (Judy) Barrie, several nieces and nephews. John was a teacher at Courtice High School for many proud years: he loved and told countless fond stories of Perth, Snow Road, Lanark County and Otty Lake. He cherished his life-long friend George Hanna. John had a very big heart and will be missed by many. Friends and family were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore Street West, Perth, on Wednesday January 18th, 2017 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Funeral service will be in the Blair & Son Chapel on Thursday, at 11:00 A.M. In remembrance of John, donations made to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Cancer Society (Lanark County) Wheels of Hope program would be appreciated. Special thanks to the EMS, Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital emergency and ICU staffs, they all gave the Barrie family 110%.
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Passed away peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the age of 61. Beloved wife and best friend of John. Devoted mother of Erin and Taylor and step-mother of Sean (Holly). Cherished grandmother of Kylar and Colby. She will be sadly missed by her mother Joyce West (Ed) as well as her sisters Karen Pearson (Tom Richardson) and Cheryl Boivin (Jacques). She will be fondly remembered by her niece Sasha Boivin as well as her extended family and friends. Linda is also predeceased by her brother David Pearson. Friends are welcome to celebrate Linda’s life at St. John’s Anglican Church on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 2 p.m., followed by a reception in the church hall. Private interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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MITCHELL WILLIAM SCOTT In hospital at Ottawa on Friday, January 13, 2017. Scott Mitchell of Almonte, age 53 years. Father of Caleb and Aidan. Beloved brother of Donna Wilson (Jack), Darlene (Tony) and Marie (Don). Predeceased by his brother, Allan. Loved by several nieces and nephews and a great number of good friends. A celebration to honour Scott’s life will be held at the Almonte Legion on Saturday, January 28 from 2 to 4 PM. Spring interment with his mother in Auld Kirk Cemetery, Almonte, Ontario. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church Street Almonte, Ontario For those who may choose to honour Scott with a memorial donation please consider Branch 240, Royal Canadian Legion, Almonte. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Fred passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, in hospital, Smiths Falls, on Monday, January 16, 2017. Fred White, of Glen Tay, in his 87th year. Fred was predeceased by his beloved wife Doreen (nee’ Dowdall), in 2007. He was also predeceased by his parents, Mansel and Alice White (nee` James), his brother Ronald, and his sister, Norma. Loving and respected father to: Pepper (Terri), Michael, Wendy (Rob) Gray, Connie (Rodger), Gary (Gert), Peggy (Steve) King, Bonnie (Gary) Ennis and Melodie Maracle (Ken). Grandpa will be sadly missed by his 17 grandchildren and his 20 greatgrandchildren. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. For over 40 years, Fred’s name and sterling reputation as a butcher in Perth was well known. He also enjoyed working for Gemmill Bus Lines, as a very reliable and friendly School Bus driver, who was well liked by the children. Fred loved to dance and until recently, he was known to attend as many as four dancing jamborees which were usually held on weekends. Both he and Doreen would go together to these events, until Doreen’s health would not allow her. Fred was a consummate family man, who always had time for his loving family, and his memory will live on through his “Fredisms”. To honour Fred’s wishes, cremation has taken place with a private interment to be held in Hopetown. For those wishing, please consider a donation to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation. Mr. White’s arrangements are entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082
Marlene passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday January 14th, 2017 at the age of 78. She was predeceased by her parents Wallace and Annie Storie, her sister Eunice Munroe, her daughter Marilyn Cordick and in 2012, her husband Douglas Cordick. Marlene was the loving mother of Roger Cordick (Kim Paquette) and Marvin (Melinda) Cordick. She was loving grandmother of Kayla (Brandon), Damien, Brandon (Rebecca) and Mathew (Bradie). Marlene was cherished great grandmother of Parker. She will be fondly remembered by her siblings John (Grace) Storie, Lorna (Sandy) Deachman, Sharon Cooper (Earl Donaldson), Donnie (late Judy) Storie, Rayburn (Darlene) Sargeant, Rodney (Denise) McNamee, Keith (Janet) Storie and her brother-in-law Gary Munroe. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Marlene retired after 37 years of dedicated service to the Perth Hospital. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth, on Tuesday, January 17th, from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held on Wednesday at 11:00 A.M. in St. Andrews United Church, Lanark, with a reception following in the Church Hall. In memory of Marlene, donations made to the St. Andrews United Church, Lanark or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
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DICKIE Francis “Frank” Wallace
March 5, 1932 – January 4, 2017 In 1996, in Mexico Beach, Florida, Frank rolled into Nancy Potter’s (nee Lee) life on his Harley Davidson and stole her heart. He was a Maritimer to the core and was full of stories of his large family and fun times in his hometown of Campbellton, NB, and in Baie Comeau and Saint John. He became a biker later in life and thoroughly enjoyed the open road. In the early 2000s, Frank moved to Lanark Village to join Nancy and they started a life together, sharing and enjoying new friendships and old. Over the past 20 years, Frank and Nancy enjoyed travelling — something that thrilled our mom so much. They travelled on cruises to Alaska, Bermuda, and the Caribbean, and on his motorcycle, through the picturesque backroads around Saint John, NB and in Lanark county. Mom and Frank were dedicated crossword puzzlers, and Frank became an avid reader. One of his joys was meeting the children at the door on Hallowe’en wearing a creepy clown mask — to the horror and delight of all! Frank was always happy to cheer on the Blue Jays and he became a stalwart Ottawa Senators fan, too. He was also an enthusiastic golfer. By the time Frank sold his beloved Harley, he and our mom had become involved with the Diner’s Club in Lanark, Shuffleboard in Watson’s Corners, and with the Lanark Highlanders, for which group Frank agreed to serve as president (2 years), as long as it wouldn’t interfere with their winter trips to The Yellow Rose cottage. Frank also really enjoyed being the only man in the local Weight Watchers program. Frank and Nancy loved their time in Florida, escaping the snow and making friends with so many other snowbirds — eating out, shopping, golfing, fishing, going to church, joining in the annual Mardi Gras celebrations and gumbo cook off, feeding Beebee and Fluffy (the same 2 stray cats!) on their deck, taking walks on the pier, hosting friends and family, and watching sunsets from their balcony. Frank was a dedicated sun worshipper and was happiest reading while basking in the sun. Their last trip to The Yellow Rose was organized by Nancy’s children in March 2015. By this time, Frank had been receiving treatment for bone cancer, and mom was also experiencing health issues. In September 2015, they moved to Carolina Retirement Suites, Perth, where Frank’s quirky sense of humour made him a favourite with the ladies. Sadly, Frank was moved to hospital and then to Rosebridge Manor in 2016. His passing last week was not unexpected, but it was, nevertheless, profoundly sad to Nancy and all the Potter family — Nancy’s children, Randy, Valerie (Greg), Colin (Glynis) and Laura (Adam), her granddaughters, Catherine, Cindy (Suri), Rebecca, Victoria and Julia, and her great-grandchildren Kalpana, Neelam, Suri and Pritam — as well as numerous good friends and extended family who knew and loved Frank. We will all remember Frank as a funny, loving, kind-hearted, outgoing and brave man, with a great heart — and a mischievous streak —who came into our mom’s life to fill it with love and adventure after our Dad passed away. His illness affected us all, and we regret his struggle and mourn his loss, but we will cherish his memory. The family wishes to thank Sue Castles of CCAC and the Lanark Community Services. Cremation has taken place at Blair and Son Funeral Home, Perth. A memorial will be held in Saint John.
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WOODS, Gladys – January 20, 2014 Everyday in some small way Memories of you come our way. Though absent, you are always near Still missed, loved and always dear. Our wife, mother and grandmother. Forever in our hearts. Wayne, Jill, Rob and Families.
Helen Edith
Peacefully at Bruyère, St.Vincent Hospital in Ottawa on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 in her 77th year. Beloved wife of Mervin. Loving mother of Tammy (Clive) and Jennifer (Danny). Dear grandmother of Oliver and Andrea. Cherished sister of Bev, Sandy and Barbie and cherished sister of Howard, Donnie and Barry. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. As per Helen’s wishes bio-cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations to The Ottawa Heart Institute or the Bruyère, St.Vincent Hospital in Ottawa would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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FITZGERALD Aggie and Bud Fitzgerald back together again. Life moves on but love and memories last forever. Vera Martin Arthur Martin Agnes (Mahon) Fitzgerald February 10, 2016 June 7, 1923 – June 8, 1924 – Vincent (Bud) Fitzgerald January 24, 2007 January 30, 2006 January 14, 2016 WHITE Garry Forever grateful, Sharon, Michael and Tracy, February 20, 1951 – January 24, 2005 There’s faces that are with us ever, In loving memory of a special husband and father! Chris and Lori, Susan and Gary, Sheila, There are voices we long to hear. 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren The heart is like a treasure chest, Smiles we’ll remember forever That’s filled with souvenirs Though we try to forget every tear. It’s there we keep the memories There’s sad but sweet remembrance, We’ve gathered through the years. There’s memories fond and true, Wishing you were here to make new There’s a token of affection, memories with Eva and Sam. And heartaches still for you both. No one knows how much we miss you, Forever loved and sadly missed No one knows the bitter pain Dianne, Todd, Rachel, Corey, Terri, We have suffered since we lost you both Karissa and Mike Life has never been the same, In our hearts your memories lingers, Sweetly, tender, fond and true. There is not a day, dear mother and father, That we do not think of you. Forever in our hearts and thoughts FRASER – Until we all meet again In loving memory of a dear wife, Mom Love and Grandma, Carolyn who passed away Wendy and Gail January 12, 2014 They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason, Will change the way we feel. For no-one knows the heartache, That lies behind our smiles, No-one knows how many times, We have broken down and cried. We want to tell you something, So there won’t be any doubt, Irene Ryan You’re so wonderful to think of, September 29, 1935 But so hard to be without. January 15, 1977 Memorial to Mom, Thank you for the time we had with you. Over the years we’ve often shared our precious memories of you but we’ve come to realize that you left us with much more than memories… Thank you for taking us to pick wild strawberries and picnics at the brook, being present, for we know how important it is to spend time with family and enjoy the simple things in life that bolster the soul. Thank you for involving us in And a dear daughter and sister, Heather, who CONVEY, Shirley – In loving memory of a dear our community, for we know the passed away January 29, 1985. wife, mother and grandmother, who passed importance of good friends and Thirty-two sad and lonely years have passed, away January 25, 2009. neighbours. Since our great sorrow fell, Eight years since the sad day Thank you for teaching us to How well we do remember, The one we loved was called away; respect our parents, for we are That sad and weary day. God took her home, it was His will, parents now too. God gave us the strength to meet it, But in our hearts she liveth still. Thank you for teaching us to work The courage to bear the blow. hard and persevere, for we know But what it meant to lose you Heather, Never forgotten that nothing worthwhile comes No one will ever know. Wayne, Shenda, Steve, easy. Friends may think we have forgotten, Christopher, Jared and Brett Thank you for knowing when to When at times they see us smile, talk and when to listen, for we are But they little know the heartache, now raising our children. Our smiles hide all the while. Thank you for being who you They say time heals all sorrows were, for we know you are with us and helps you to forget, every day. But time has only proved how much we miss you yet. With Much Love Pat, Barbie, Bonnie, Pauline, Always loved and sadly missed Brenda, Jimmy, Cathy Ian (Dad) Laurie, Scott, Fraser, Joey and Ethan
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CASSELL, Doreen Pearl May 1, 1926-January 21, 2016 In loving memory of a dear and very special Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. A year has come and our hearts still ache for you, You were always there for us and always gave too much. I was so glad I took off work to be at your side day and night. And your family was there for any need they could do to make you feel better. You were never alone. Every day around the clock. When I go to the house I feel very close to you but also very sad. We look at pictures and talk of our times together. If you had not been so sick, our only wish would be to have you back. Some day we will all be together. Your three great grandchildren are getting bigger. The girls miss you very much. I miss our talks. You will never be forgotten. You are with Dad God Bless, all our love Don, Ann, Faye, Glenn Kevin, Amy and Family P.S. Mom say hello to Don Delisle for me. Tell Don I miss him always May 2, 1957-January 11, 2013 Faye
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Lois Jane Buker –August 4, 1925 – January 20, 1992 25 years has passed Seems like yesterday Sadly missed by all her children Ron, Doug, Joanne, Marie and Families
McLEAN, Elsie Marguerite In loving memory of a McCORMACK, John dear Mother and (Jack) - In loving Grandmother who memory of a beloved passed husband, grandfather away January 12, 1989. and pop, who passed Twenty eight years have away January 22, 2008. come and gone. You always had a smile And still the pain it to share. lingers on. Time to give and time to So dearly loved by all of care. us Someone to talk to, kind Your memory is as and true. sweet today One in a million, that was As in the hour you you. passed away. Of all that life has give You are our angel that us, always sings, And all that’s left to do. Because dear Mother We will never have a and Grandmother you greater gift, now have wings. Than the years we spent with you. Sadly missed and always loved and remembered Loved Always, by daughter Bobbie, Jean, Skip, Jean Bisonette and Marie and Kevin, Grandchildren grandchildren and great Norma Jean, Paul and grandchildren John Bisonette
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SANDS, Garnet – One year ago...Jan. 18, 2016. When God was making husbands as far as I can see He made a special soulmate especially for me Years of happiness, treasured memories Then came pain and sorrow and for now we are apart But the love we shared for each other will never die, it lives on forever, among the shattered pieces of my heart Missing you every day, every night and every moment in between... Love you forever, Ruby.
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A COMPETITIVE PRICE ON STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK - 29ga, Various colours,soffit & fascia Windows: REBAR, skylight sheets, custom trim. barn/door track & trolleys. Nails & Screws. Storage Sheds. Come see us for a price. Levi Weber, 2126 Stone Rd., RR#2 Renfrew
5 Generations of firewood sales, all hardwood, cut and split. Stored inside. 613-253-8006.
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Cedar pickets, rails, post & mill logs for sale,. Call or text 613-913-7958. Dry firewood, cut, split and delivered Cedar (white), quality 613-264-3299. lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic. Also huge bundles of ce- Firewood: Very dry harddar slabs and large bags of wood, cut, split and piled shavings. www.scouten- ahead for 2 summers, w h i t e c e d a r . c a stored in shed, $95/per (613)283-3629. face cord at pile. Erwin Cavanagh, 613-267-5111. Horse red bob sled with 42” wide x8’ long platform, $300; single black leather TD Logging. Tri-axle load harness for 1,200 lb firewood logs, 18-21 sinhorse, breastplate and 19” gles, $1,250; $40 single collar, $400; stoneboat cord, 100% poplar, miniwith whippletree, heavy mum order. Haul brush 20” collar, hames and and scrap. Visa. tugs, $300. 613-258-4561. 613-812-5454 or 613-264-5454. Scroll saw DW788, new stand, needs work. $250. 613-283-1112. HUNTING SUPPLIES
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Garnet Sands.....one year, January 18, 2016 Remembering Paw...our hero...our father for almost 40yrs.
- HAROLD HAGAN Sept. 23, 1933 - Jan. 5, 2011 My father was a farmer. He would plant the seeds in springtime, the corn, the beans, the hay, He prays that God would Bless it, a harvest, Lord, he prays. He tilled and cultivated it, provided the most tender care, Believed that come October, he would reap a harvest fair. Blue skies were his cathedral, the tractor, his alter of prayer, God meets him in the cornfields, they have communion there. My father was a farmer that’s what he wanted to be, The values that the land taught him, he handed down to me. I loved my farmer father, I’m thankful that he was mine... I pray that God will Bless him, today and for all time. Lovingly remembered by son, Chris. ________________ Winter Chores Take an evening in December When the North Wind tears and roars, Like a giant’s fingers clawin’ upon the stable doors. I can hear the snow a whisperin’ as it drifts against the wall; Of all the fun of farmin’, this is the best of all! Sure the stable’s warm and cozy though it is a bitter night, And the good old-fashioned lantern sheds a cheery yellow light. First, I give the horses water and a heapin’ dish of grain, They need not even speak to me, they thank me just the same. And when the milkin’s finished all the cattle seem to know, They’re going to get their supper, and they do enjoy it so! I think when feeding them their hay and watchin’ how they eat, To me, it’s just about the best of any kind of treat. It’s such a rough and windy night, so dark and cold outside, And they’re so warm and cozy, completely satisfied! And when they’re bedded down with straw, the calves and horses too, I often sort of look around for something else to do. Instead of goin’ to the house I’d rather sometimes stay, Just to sit and watch and listen to the cows a-munchin’ hay! Lovingly remembered by wife Maureen and son David
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Firewood- Cut, split and delivered or picked up. Dry seasoned hardwood or softwood from $60/face cord. Phone Greg Knops (613)658-3358, cell (613)340-1045.
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
WANTED WA N T E D : O L D T U B E A U D I O E Q U I P M E N T. 4 0 y e a r s o r older. Amplifiers, Stereo, Recording and Theatre Sound Equipment. Hammond Organs, any condition. CALL Toll-Free 1-800-947-0393/519853-2157.
HEALTH CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Ontario residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the C a n a d i a n G o v e r n m e n t . To l l free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment
PERSONAL
WORK WANTED
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Alcoholics Anonymous 613-284-2696.
Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158
Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-5038.
Seamless Eavestrough, renovations, deck restoration, roadside mowing, grading, painting, roofing, line painting, cottage jacking, fencing, dump runs. 613-257-8143 or 613-264-8143.
Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience. Call Brent 613-283-6088.
WORK WANTED
A Small Job or More. Renovations/Repairs. Kitchen & Bath, Tub-toshower conversions, grab bars, painting, plumbing, flooring, tile, countertops, decks. 613-858-1390, 613-257-7082.
Semi-Retired Handyman, chain saw, woodsplitter, truck & trailer for hire. Wood cut & split, dump runs. 613-257-4315 leave message.
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small! Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177
Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.
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(WHOLESALER OF PLUMBING, HEATING & DRILLING SUPPLIES) is looking to fill the position of Outside Sales Representative for the Eastern Ontario Region To prospect/develop new and existing clients. A knowledge in Water systems, water treatment, heating and waste water would all be an asset, but is not a requirement. Please remit resumes to: ATTENTION BRANCH MANAGER P.O. BOX 354 PERTH, ONTARIO K7H 3E4 or drop off at: 38 Hwy. 511 (Lanark Road)
Sensational!
Heart of the Rideau Canal
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Planner I The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualified candidates for the position of Planner I. Required knowledge, skills and experience: Post-secondary degree in Planning or other related field of study Minimum 1 year of experience in land-use planning, including the interpretation and implementation of relevant legislation and Official Plans Eligible for Provisional Membership in OPPI or working on eligibility A complete job description and information regarding salary is available at www.northgrenville.ca/careers. Your resume and references must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. Wednesday February 1st, 2017 to: Christa Stewart, EA/HR Coordinator Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44, Box 130, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0 Telephone: 613-258-9569 x 155 Fax: 613-258-9620 e-mail: cstewart@northgrenville.on.ca
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BROCKVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL
Our Mission: A progressive community partner delivering an outstanding health care experience, guided by the people we serve, provided by people who care. Brockville General Hospital is a fully accredited multi-site facility serving a regional population of up to 96,000 and providing Acute Care, Complex Continuing Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care and Acute Mental Health Care services. We are situated on the beautiful St. Lawrence River in the heart of the famous Thousand Islands. The following opportunities exist to join our team.
Part Time, Temporary Part Time and Casual Registered Nurses – Emergency and ICU Under the supervision of the Unit Director and/or Manager, coordination of the Charge Nurse, and working as a member of the Unit team, the Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of quality nursing care to a patient or group of patients. The provision of such nursing care is expected to be within the Standards of Nursing Practice (CNO) and the standards of the particular nursing unit. REQUIREMENTS: Education and Experience: • Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario • Post graduate courses (Emergency Nursing/Critical Care/Intensive Care) • Emergency nursing experience and/or Critical Care Nursing experience • Current B.C.L.S. and A.C.L.S. • I.V. Therapy certification, added nursing skills and delegated medical acts related to critical care nursing To apply for these opportunities please send a current resume to on or before January 31, 2017 to: careers@bgh-on.ca To learn more about the Hospital and this and other exciting career opportunities visit www.bgh-on.ca. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
www.bgh-on.ca
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HELP WANTED
TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS · EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
PROBATIONARY FIREFIGHTER
NOTE: This posting will be used to fill firefighter position(s) should a position become available this posting will be utilized. PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Firefighter is primarily responsible for operational preparedness and emergency response. The Firefighter is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient employment of tactics and tasks at emergency incidents at the direction of an Officer. The Firefighter is also responsible for developing pre-plans, conducting inspections, and delivering fire prevention education programs. The firefighter is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient operation of the Smiths Falls Department Centre, including the E-911 and dispatch systems. Qualifications and job requirements are available at: https://www.smithsfalls.ca/employment-opportunities.cfm Deadline: February 3rd, 2017.
Please send resume quoting job reference: Probationary Firefighter in the subject line to lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca in a word document by Friday February 3, 2017 at 12 noon. The Town of Smiths Falls is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Only those under consideration will be contacted. Information is collected for the purpose of job selection under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The Municipality of North Grenville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used for candidate selection.
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LOST INDOOR ONLY CAT Since Sat. Nov 12th. From Gillies Corners (1012) Perth Rd. He has never been outside before. He is black and white (tuxedo colouring), neutered male, no collar, no microchip. His name is Neako, 12-13 years old. Very thin (has always had trouble keeping weight on). REWARD OFFERED please help me find him and bring him home. Please call Krista 613-299-4885.
RIDEAU PIPE & DRILLING SUPPLIES LTD.
HELP WANTED
Quality Assurance Manager (One Permanent, Full-Time Position Available) Reporting to the Director of Quality Operations, the role of the Quality Assurance Manager is to oversee Quality Assurance activities of the site and to ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices, Corporate Policies, and Customer requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Oversee In-Process Quality Assurance activities of the site • Provide leadership in Quality Systems including CAPA, Deviations, Change Control, Customer Complaints, and Vendor Management • Provide Microbiology laboratory oversight • Ensure all products released from the site are manufactured to and meet customer and regulatory specifications • Host/Co-host Regulatory Inspections and Customer Quality audits • Authorized Quality Authority alternate • Provide leadership and coaching, evaluate personnel performance, identify training needs & personnel development where required • Develop departmental operating plan, monitor performance, analyze variances • Lead and support Operational Excellence initiatives to support site goals QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor of Science degree • 5 to 7 years supervisory/management experience, ideally in a Quality role in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment • In-depth knowledge of GMP guidelines, quality systems and current HPFBI GMP and cGMP related policies and directives, as well as demonstrated experience in quality investigations • Highly accountable with demonstrated leadership skills • Proven planning, organizational, and time management skills • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills • Training or experience in operational excellence programs such as Six Sigma or LEAN are an asset • Proficiency in computer applications, specifically Microsoft Office and SAP
Quality Control Analyst
(One 9 Month Contract Available) Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the role of the Quality Control Analyst is to perform chemical analysis of raw materials or manufactured goods in an accurate, precise and timely manner. Analysis will be conducted according to the item’s specific test requirements and will entail the QC Analyst’s knowledge and use of a variety of analytical instruments. The QC Analyst is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Please visit http://www.pillar5pharma.com/careers.html to review the responsibilities\requirements of this position. APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants should submit a cover letter and updated resume to HR@pillar5pharma.com. The deadline for all applications is 4:00 pm on February 10, 2017. We appreciate all interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Pillar5 Pharma Inc. We are an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
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Cleaners/Team Leaders for residential cleaning company based in North Gower. Mon-Fri. No evenings, No weekends. All travel paid. $12.00-$16.00/hr. 613-489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca
Part-time cook and parttime waitress/waiter required immediately. Apply after 4, ask for George. Country Diner Restaurant, 23 Union St. Smiths Falls. You’ll be
LD FOR SOSALE on the
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Part - Time PSW’s Rosebridge Manor, our LTC Home in Jasper, requires PSW’s to join our team. If you have successfully completed an approved Personal Support Worker program that is a minimum of 600 hours in duration, including both classroom and practical experience, we would like to hear from you.
275 County Rd. 44, Kemptville, Ontario K0G 1J0
A leading producer of tree and woody shrub seedlings for South Central Ontario. Our operations are primarily field agriculture and greenhouse production. We are looking to fill the following positions:
RIDEAU PIPE & DRILLING SUPPLIES LTD. (WHOLESALER OF PLUMBING, HEATING & DRILLING SUPPLIES)
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is looking to fill the position of Driver with minimum DZ License
Lanark County’s – Lanark Lodge, “People Caring for People”, is a 163 bed Long Term Care Home accredited with Accreditation Canada that strives to provide progressive resident centred care for our residents in an atmosphere of respect that fosters independence and fulfillment. We are seeking a self-motivated professional change agent for the following temporary position as soon as possible to approximately the end of April 2018.
TEMPORARY FULL TIME
(14 month contract with possible extension)
STAFFING PAYROLL CLERK (POSTING #LL2017-015)
MANDATE: Prepares and maintains confidential in-house records and facility-specific staffing schedules and job posting information. Maintains payroll time and attendance system (JBS). Provides reception/clerical support as required.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
DRIVERS REQUIRED
at 613-283-5555.
TENDERS
GARAGE SALE
GARAGE SALE
Snow-plow Operators and shovelers, Perth area. Parttime or could lead to fulltime. Call 613-267-5460.
Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613-256-1511. 50 vendors. Open daily 10-5.
A Winter Indoor Garage Sale in the Auction Hall at Street Flea Market until January 31, 2017. Lots of variety! Open seven days a week from 9am-4pm. 24 Family Lane, South of Smiths Falls at Highway 15 & Bay Road.
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Person to drop off and pick up 2 children from school, odd days. From Otter Lake to Toledo and back. Compensation negotiable. Perfect for retired person. 343-264-8016.
Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls
Should be familiar with streets and surrounding roads. Top of the industry remuneration paid. Excellent supplemental income for semi-retired and retired persons. Please call Brett
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TENDERS
TENDERS
REQUEST FOR TENDER
The Township of Rideau Lakes will receive Sealed Tenders until 11:00 a.m. on February 1st, 2017 for the following: Tender PW2017-1 DUST SUPPRESSANT Tender PW2017-2 STREET SWEEPING Further information and documents may be obtained by contacting the undersigned or downloading it from www.twprideaulakes.on.ca. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. Dan Chant, Roads Coordinator 1-800-928-2250 x227 dchant@twprideaulakes.on.ca
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Please e-mail resume to tfoster@omniway.ca Or Fax: 613-283-9012 CLS731915_0119
• Field Operations Foreman • Greenhouse Grower • Nursery Operations Lead Hand – Field Operations • Nursery Operations Lead Hand – Greenhouse Operations Full descriptions of the positions can be found on our website www.fergusontreenursery.ca. Please send your resumes and a covering letter describing which position you are interested in and how you feel you meet the position requirements to penny@fergusontreenursery.ca or they can be mailed or dropped off at the address above.
For further details including qualifications and application deadline, visit our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca
HELP WANTED
Please remit resumes to: ATTENTION WAREHOUSE MANAGER P.O. BOX 354 PERTH, ONTARIO K7H 3E4 or drop off at: 38 Hwy. 511 (Lanark Road)
Classifieds Get Results!
Classifieds Get Results!
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES 1st..........................Paper 2nd........................Cotton 3rd ......................Leather 4th ........................ Books 5th .........................Wood 6th ................Candy, Iron 7th .............Copper, Wool 8th ......... Bronze, Pottery 9th ..........Pottery, Willow 10th .........Tin, Aluminum 11th ........................Steel 12th ............... Linen, Silk 13th ...................... Lace
14th ...................... Ivory 15th ...................Crystal 20th .....................China 25th .....................Silver 30th ......................Pearl 35th ......................Coral 40th ......................Ruby 45th ................Sapphire 50th .......................Gold 55th .................Emerald 60th ................Diamond 70th ................Platinum
Call the classified department 1-800-267-7936 or 283-3182 65 Lorne St., Smiths Falls
TRADE CONTRACTORS NOTICE OF INTEREST / QUOTE REQUEST NOTICE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WALL STREET VILLAGE COMPLEX 11 JAMES STREET WEST, BROCKVILLE
AUCTION SALE SUN., JAN 22, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY. RD. 21 SPENCERVILLE This Auction features a good variety of collectibles such as a stamp & sport card collection, comics, antiques, furniture & much more! Auctioneer’s Note: A wide variety of items for different interests, you never know what we’ll find! For a detailed list w/photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash or Chq w/ Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter. To book your sale call: CLS470197_0112
COMMUTER COACH DRIVERS REQUIRED
If you have: BZ, or CZ Operators licence. Clean abstract Several years experience Good driving record and references Please deliver or send your C.V. and related documents to: 100 INDUSTRIAL AVENUE , CARLETON PLACE, ON K7C 3T2 NO APPLICATIONS BY TELEPHONE PLEASE
HELP WANTED
TENDERS
TENDERS
Wall Street Village
Guy Saumure & Sons Construction Ltd. acting as the Construction Manager for the Marguerita Residence Corporation is seeking quotes from interested qualified Trade Contractors for the above noted project. The project consists of construction of a 6 storey, block and core slab, 79,308 sq. ft. 85-unit apartment complex on the corners of James Street, Wall Street and Victoria Avenue in Brockville, Ontario. Divisional scopes of work to be requested as follows: Landscaping Steel/Aluminum Balconies Concrete Curbs/Sidewalks Rough Carpentry Asphalt Paving Finish Carpentry Concrete & Masonry Reinforcement (Rebar) Millwork Concrete Foundations Engineered Wood Roof Trusses Concrete Slabs Steel Studs/Drywall/Acoustical Insulation Misc. Concrete Supply Thermal Insulation Concrete Block Masonry E.I.F.S. (Stucco) Stone & Brick Exterior Masonry Steel Roofing & Ice Guards Hollowcore Concrete Slabs Steel Soffit, Fascia & Flashings Structural Steel & Misc. Metals Hollow Metal Doors, Frames & Hardware Aluminum Entrance Systems Exterior Doors & Windows Flooring Painting & Coatings Passenger Elevators HVAC & Plumbing (Mechanical) Fire Protection (Sprinklers) Electrical & Fire Alarm Construction to begin March 2017 and be substantially complete March 2018. Project documents will be available to qualified Trade Contractors that express interest in writing (by fax or e-mail) to the head office of Guy Saumure and Sons Construction Ltd. A Trade Contractor may be required to provide references of similar sized projects to prove qualifications. Please submit all expressions of interest by no later than 12:00pm Friday, February 3rd. Questions or inquiries should be addressed to the Construction Manager in writing only. Chris Saumure Guy Saumure and Sons Construction Ltd. 91 Cornelia Street West Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5L3 Fax: (613) 283-3691, Email: esaumure@saumuregroup.com
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AUCTIONS
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AUCTION SALE
FOR THE ESTATE OF MRS. MAVIS SCRIVENS OF METCALFE, ON SUN, JAN 29, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE This sale features a 1991 Buick Roadmaster in amazing condition, full load, only 111,000 km’s (approx.), sells with reasonable reserve. John Deere lawn tractor, 22hp, hydrostatic drive with only 84 hrs. GMC motorhome only 54,000 km’s. Single axle trailer. Electric scooter. A Hess die cast car collection, Ertl, die cast, automobile advertising, old car parts, old manuals, Borden’s & Ottawa dairy old photos, paper memorabilia. Antiques, collectibles, furniture, modern household etc. Auctioneers Note: There are so many items in this sale it is impossible to list everything, but this auction is a must see, some of the articles that we have uncovered are amazing and all are in excellent condition. Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. as is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter. To book your sale call
Quality Antiques, Collectibles, Glassware, Household Furniture, Larry Robinson Hockey Card, Lawn and Garden Equipment, Assorted Tools and Miscellaneous Articles In the Vernon Recreational Centre, Vernon Ont. – turn East on Lawrence St. ½ mile-just off Bank St. (formerly Hwy 31) approx 20 miles South of Ottawa. Watch for Auction Signs. Saturday, January 28 at 10:00 am (viewing from 8:30 am) Everyone come and enjoy the first auction of 2017 in the Vernon Recreational Centre. We are selling quality antiques and furniture, beautiful glassware and interesting collectibles from area estates. We are also selling lawn and garden equipment and assorted tools from the home of Allan and Barbara Ross of Morewood. From the helpful and qualified staff to the homemade cooking, we have it all! For detailed listing and pictures see jamesauction.com. Terms of Sale- Cash or Cheque with proper ID Auctioneers James Auction Service Ltd. Stewart James Stewart James Jr. Erin James-Merkley 613-445-3269 613-222-2815 613-277-7128 Refreshments available. Auctioneers not responsible for loss or accidents. Call to book your spring auction!
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Guide to Area Telephone Exchanges
623 Arnprior 692 Manotick 256 Almonte 257-253 C. Place 258 Kemptville 259 Lanark 267-264-326 Perth 268 Maberly 269 Merrickville 273 Westport 272 Portland 275 Toledo 278 McDonald’s Corners 279 Sharbot Lake 283-284 Smiths Falls 342-345382-498 Brockville 359 Elgin 382 Gananoque 448 Chesterville 479 Ompah 489 N. Gower 624 Pakenham 774 Winchester 838 Richmond, Munster 924 Athens 926 North Augusta 928 Delta 989 South Mountain
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The ABC Seniors meetings will resume the second Wed. in March. Diner’s Club luncheons will be held in January and February (4th TuesBest Possible Start Drop-In. Parenting day at noon). Euchres resume in March. Coninformation and support. 1st and 3rd Monday’s tact Joyce at 613-273-4832. each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Country Roads CHC, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. Info: Early Years Team, 613-272-2799 or 1-888-998-9927. SMITHS FALLS Bid Euchre, Every second Monday night, Jan 9 & 23, 7:00 p.m. Tatlock Community Hall. 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, January 25, Bid euchre every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rose- 7:00 p.m. downstairs at the Legion, Main St. Good prizes, good food. 613-284-1074. dale Rd S. (613)283-8482. Bid Euchre, Every Monday evening, 7 p.m., Bingo, Elgin Lions Club Hall, every ThursLegion Br 95. day night, 7 p.m. Smoke free. Bingo, Every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. Diabetes and You Support and Education Drop-In. 3rd Thursday of month. Cooking (canteen open from 4:30-7 p.m.) Royal CanaHealthy Comfort Food - Kate Earl, RD CDE. dian Legion Br 95. Chili Supper: Trinity United Church, MarThursday January 19, 10-11:30 a.m. Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove ket St, Sunday January 29, 5 p.m., Help to send a youth on a Mission Awareness Trip. Rd., Portland. Contract Bridge, Hanley Hall, downstairs, Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist every Thursday, at Country Roads Commu- Wednesday, January 25, 1 p.m. Info: 613-283nity Health Centre, Portland. Sponsor: Rideau 6116. Darts, Friday 8 p.m. Mixed. Legion. Community Health Services/Telemedicine. Darts, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Singles. Royal CanaCall 613-284-2558 to arrange for your personal dian Legion, 7 Main St E. assessment before starting this program. Duplicate Bridge, Every Monday evening, Guthrie United Church Roast Beef Dinner, Jan 29 4 - 6 pm at Clayton Community 7 p.m., Legion Br 95. Duplicate Bridge Lessons with Games, Centre. Live music. Heckston United Church, Sunday January Every Tuesday afternoon, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step orga22, 4:30-7pm, Annual Snowmobile Supper Horseshoes, Toledo Legion, every Tuesday, nization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, 7 p.m. sharp. All welcome. Mah jongg (both Chinese and American) etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- January 24, 7 resumes Thursday Jan. 12th at 1:30 p.m. New- p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613comers welcome, (lessons provided on request). 283-0960. Fish & Chips, January 20, served from 4-7 Contact Rosetta 613-268-2548 each week if you p.m. in the Lancaster Hall, Legion Br 95 (Held will be there. Musician’s circle Thursday evenings, 7:00 every second Friday). Monday Night Bid Euchre, Smiths Falls p.m. at the ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. All musicians welcome and all genres of music. Legion, 7 p.m. Info 613-283-3292 Need help researching your ancestors? ConInformation: Matt Churchill 613-273-9005. New Horizon Club - Wednesday, January tact Lisa Trodden to make an appointment at 61325 - 2:00 pm. Presentation of “As We Were” - 283-0711 or ltrodden@cogeco.ca Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playNew Horizon Club activities past and present. Come and view the photos taken over the years. group, Fridays, Jan 20, 27, OEYC 9-noon. 613New members welcome. Janet - 613-269-2737 283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playOntario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31. Montague, Centennial group, Mondays, Jan 23, 30, CROW Office, 91 Cornelia Street W, 1-2 p.m. 613-283-0095. Hall, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Portland Community Luncheon, Tuesday January 24, Portland United Church atnoon. Thursdays, Jan 19, 26, Kinsmen Building, Lower Comfort Food Menu: Baked Macaroni and Reach Park, 9:00-noon. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Cheese, Salad and Dessert. Everyone welcome! Rideau Mellowdears, all male chorus, al- Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31. OEYC, 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. ways welcome new voices. Wednesday, Janu- 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, ary 25, l:30-3:30 p.m., and each Wednesday, at Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry Road. No Wednesdays, Jan 25, Trinity United Church, Audition Necessary. Contact: Lorne 613-264- 9:00-noon. 613-283-0095. Open Mic, Every Tuesday evening, 8 p.m., 1277. Snow Road Community Centre Music Canadian Room, Royal Canadian Legion Br 95. Robbie Burns Night Supper Westminster Night, presents Stephen Goodberry, Elvis Tribute Artist, Thursday Jan 26, 7-9pm, Snow Road Presbyterian Church, Saturday, January 28. Fellowship hour 4:30-5:30pm, dinner 5:30pm. Snowmobile Club, Joelle 613-278-9580. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast Menu: Roast Beef, mashed potato, turnip, hagJanuary 21, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gem- gis, dessert, coffee/tea. Tickets: 613-283-2318, 613-283-6987 or 613-283-7527. mills Road. Everyone welcome. Spaghetti Dinner, Friday January 27, 6:00Snow Road Snowmobile Club General Meeting January 20, 7:30 p.m. at Clubhouse, 7:00 p.m. at the RCAFA Hall, 44 Abbott St N. For more info and to reserve your tickets call 1106 Gemmills Road. Spaghetti Night- First Friday every month, 613-284-0305. Station Theatre Movie Weekend. January Feb 3, 5-7 p.m. Legion, Br. 231, Portland. Sunday January 29, Montague & District 20 & 21. The Dressmaker, starring Kate WinSenior Citizens Forget Me Not Club Inc., 658 slet, 7 p.m. Tickets at door. smithsfallstheatre. Rosedale Rd S, Lasagna Lunch 12:30 p.m. & com. 14A. 613-283-0300 Workshop “A Woman’s Journey: Self ImBid Euchre Tournament, 1:30 p.m. Lunch or age, Self-Care and Loving”. Saturday January cards or both. Support Group for individuals whose lives 21, 9:30-4pm, 88 Cornelia Street West, Unit have been affected by mental health issues or A3. 613-523-5143 www.serenityrenewal.ca Youth Darts, every Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 trauma. 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Council discusses business attraction strategy and upcoming programs at NGMC on Jan. 9 BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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The following is a list of briefs from the council meeting held Jan. 9. Investment readiness program and downtown business attraction strategy passed The investment readiness program and downtown business attraction strategy, presented at the Dec. 19 committee of the whole meeting, both received the seal of approval from council. "I have two items in front of council for consideration," said CAO Brian Carre. "The first item; you will recall a presentation from our economic development officer Teri Devine who presented a culmination of work that resulted in an investment readiness program. You will recall, back in 2015, the economic development department undertook an investment readiness assessment and retained the firm McSweeney and Associates for that work." The staff recommendation was for the municipality to implement an investment readiness program, which has now been approved by council. "The second item I would like to bring to council's attention was a recommendation to approve a downtown business attraction strategy," explained Carre. "You will recall that in February of 2016, council passed a resolution to approve a business attraction, retention and expansion (BR+E) project, for which we received funding from both the RED program (Rural Economic Development) and the EODP program (Eastern Ontario Development Program) and a lot of our contribution - a total of $44,845 - and as part of that program, there was a component of $10,000 to go towards developing a downtown business attraction strategy for downtown Kemptville. So the Municipality of
North Grenville, in partnership with the BIA (Business Improvement Area) and the (North Grenville) Chamber of Commerce and other partners developed this business attraction strategy for downtown Kemptville focusing on three key areas: first being preparation readiness and infrastructure, secondly marketing tools, and thirdly marketing and initiatives." The strategy was approved by council. Program tidbits from parks, recreation and culture There were no formal reports from parks, recreation and culture, but director Mark Guy outlined some upcoming programs. "I just have a couple program tidbits that I would like to mention," said Guy. "In our new Winter Play magazine that went out a few weeks ago, just to let people know we do have First Aid and CPR training courses coming up. Standard First Aid and CPR level C on Saturday, Jan. 28 and Sunday, Jan. 29. Our emergency First Aid and CPR level C is on Saturday, Jan. 28 and our CPR level C is also on Jan. 28. We also have our Red Cross babysitting course on Jan. 28 as well. So all that information can be found on our website, or in the Winter Play magazine, which can be found here at the (North Grenville) Municipal Centre or the (North Grenville Public) Library." "Something else that's in the magazine is the Southgate Church outdoor rink is open to the whole community," he continued. "It's open until 10 p.m. daily and to find out how the rink is doing, in terms of weather, you can go to Facebook.com/Southgateoutdoorrink to find out whether the ice is in good shape or not." Southgate Church is located at 1303 French Settlement Road in Kemptville.
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Habitat build progressing well
The Habitat for Humanity Thousand Islands build in Oxford Mills is progressing well, according to spokesperson Martin Van Andel. Work is starting on the basement, he explained. Since the bungalow has only two bedrooms on the main floor, Habitat for Humanity is putting a third bedroom and a second bath in the lower level of the house. The prospective homeowner is currently doing sweat equity hours at the Kemptville ReStore and will also, along with family and friends, contribute to painting and other finishing of the home. Habitat for Humanity is hoping to hold a key ceremony with the new owner early in March.
Fire permits now available online North Grenville residents can now get their fire permits for 2017 online at www. northgrenville.ca. "On Jan. 1, emergency and protective services went online with their open air fire permits," explained Fire Chief Paul Hutt. "It has been a success. To date - it's the ninth of January - we have about 100 permits already registered under the new system. So I would just like to let the residents know they can go the municipal website, where there is a link, and they can access the online fire permits. If residents like the traditional method, it's still accessible through the municipal centre or the fire hall. However, it is extremely user-friendly and we would encourage as many residents as possible to do it online." "Just one other note as
well, starting March 1, dog licencing will be available online, so again, it will be accessible through our website, through various links, as well as the traditional method will be available," he continued. February 2017 declared Heart Month in North Grenville The municipality received correspondence from the Heart and Stroke Foundation, dated Nov. 22, 2016, requesting that February 2017 be named Heart Month in North Grenville. The month of February is recognized as Heart Month across Canada. "Be it resolved that council proclaim February as Heart Month in the Municipality of North Grenville in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation," read deputy mayor Barb Tobin. The resolution was passed unanimously.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, January 23 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please visit the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/document-library. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, February 6 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.
BUDGET MEETINGS
Jan 23 - 6:30 pm - Presentation of 1st draft to Council Jan 25 - 6:30 pm - Public consultation/deliberations Feb 1 - 3:30 pm - Public consultation/deliberations Feb 2 - (if required) Feb 21- 6:30 pm - Presentation of final draft to Council Mar 13 - 6:30 pm - Budget adoption by Council
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – PLANNER I
The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualified individuals for the position of Planner I. For more details and a full job description, please visit www.northgrenville.ca/careers.
2017 BURN PERMITS AVAILABLE ONLINE
In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. New in 2017, the entire application and renewal process is available online at www.northgrenville.ca. The online process also allows you to receive direct notification of special conditions such as fire bans and fire risk level. Burn permits are also still available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 and the fee is still $15. Please check conditions prior to burning by calling 613-706-1770.
WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Winter parking restrictions came into effect on November 15 and last through April 15. While restrictions are in effect, parking on Municipal roads is not allowed between 11:00 pm and 8:00 am. A vehicle which is parked in a manner interfering with snow clearing or removal operations may be issued a ticket and/or removed at the owner’s expense.
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want to take a moment and congratulate myself on keeping two tiny humans alive for three consecutive years. I deserve a plaque of some kind. Possibly made of solid gold. For 1,100 days, I have managed to keep it together enough to feed and water two babies. I have rocked them, changed them, cleaned them, fed them, put them to sleep, woken up at 3 a.m. many times to cater to their needs, played on the floor for hours, followed them around for months with my arms outstretched to prevent them falling and held in countless outbursts of frustration. I have become a superhero through my selfless acts of martyrdom. I nearly lost my mind from exhaustion. My body became something I barely recognized to create them. I have starved in order to feed them. And I have done it all for three years straight. Getting to this point literally took every fibre of my being. And I haven’t even mentioned the sassier, younger male version of myself I must also keep alive on a daily basis. I know there are moms out there who have more children. And you also deserve a golden plaque. But right now, this moment, I want the kudos I deserve. I am not a patient person and raising children is a struggle for me because I often feel like yelling and running away. Three-year-olds, and eight-year-olds, are not exactly reasonable creatures. You don’t give them
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inter months are a great time to get indoor projects completed. This includes the book I have been working on for years. In winter I am not distracted by my garden that needs weeding, a beckoning swimming pool and an inner voice that screams “why are you sitting at a computer on a beautiful day like today? You should be outside!!” I put another log on the fire, pour a cup of tea and settle in for an hours-long writing session. Here’s why this particular project is taking so long to complete. I lived in Taiwan from 2003 to 2006 and wrote a number of articles for The Kemptville Advance during that time. Topics ranged from the Taiwanese President’s attempted assassination, to prawn fishing, to culture shock, to the tsunami. I have some great stories to include in my book from those columns. But it’s going to be a sight more difficult than I first imagined. When I returned from Asia, I got busy repatriating to Canada, restoring my status as a Canadian citizen
JENNIFER WESTENDORP MY OPINION candy, that’s a freak out. You turn off the TV, that’s a meltdown. You turn off the light and shut the door and suddenly all the monsters come out of the closet. Parenting is a never-ending job. Literally, there is no end. I wake up working and go to bed working every single day of my life. I love my kids, but they sure are needy. Food, drinks, unreachable toys, attention, stories, warm blankets, cuddles, impossibly hidden stuffed animals, new pants, up, then down, something shiny that caught their eye – they need something every minute of the day. Ever wonder why parents stare at their sleeping children? It’s not because they are cute – though they are – but rather because we are blown away by how quiet and peaceful they are. Reaching the twins third birthday was a big milestone for me because it means no more diapers. Which means, from this moment on, I no longer have to wipe the butts of others. They should have a trophy for that. For now, I shall settle for my golden plaque. And perhaps a visit to the spa. Here I am, moving onwards and upwards to year four with twins, and still alive!
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NGDHS Knights beat out BCI Red Rams The North Grenville District High School Knights faced off against the Brockville Collegiate Institute Red Rams at home on Jan. 12 and arose victorious, with a 4742 win. The Knights junior boys’ team fought hard during the last quarter of the game, scoring those pinnacle goals to walk away champions.
Working through winter on the farm The Accidental Farmwife DIANA FISHER
and finding work. A few years passed before I decided to try and put my stories together into a book. Like five years. By then, I discovered that I no longer had access to the email account I used in Asia to send the stories home. No problem, I thought. I will just go to the newspaper office and get the stories there. The newspaper didn’t have the emails anymore either. And the floppy discs they had used to store my articles on were by then obsolete. I had no way of opening them to read the files inside. I resigned myself to collecting old copies of the newspapers from that time and transcribing all the articles by hand into my computer at home. That took the better part of a year. I got busy working for the local radio station then, and writing
news every day. When you use your brain to write all day, the last thing you feel like doing is writing when you get home. So the project got put aside again. For another almost five years. I’m sure it’s beginning to feel neglected. Now that I have taken a closer look at the 50,000 words that I have as a foundation for this book, I realize we have a new problem. The articles that I wrote as a Canadian expat in Taiwan, in the throes of culture shock, actually come across as culturally insensitive and a bit prejudiced. In truth, I had fallen into the “us vs. them” syndrome. I thought I was very open-minded and accepting of the Chinese culture but when I read these ten-year-old articles again, they come across as mildly inappropriate. Of course I didn’t mean all Taiwanese when I said they don’t treat women with respect or they have very little hope of getting married after the age of thirty … I was simply referring to a few key individuals with whom I had had conversations on the subjects. But I didn’t make that clear in the
articles and so now I will have to go back and edit them all. It will basically mean rewriting most of them. The other aspect of the project that is holding me back is the idea that I need to secure my subjects’ privacy by allowing them to retain their anonymity in my book. I mean, they didn’t ask to have a book written about them, even if they are extremely interesting people: a drag queen, a drug dealer, a nudist and an escapee from the Mormons, among them. There are good stories there. I’m just not sure how to go about telling them without ticking anyone off. And so, I rewrite sections of the book, I add new sections and I delete parts that I never liked in the
first place. The project continues. It is giving me something to do during the long winter months while waiting for calves to be born. On that front we have two down and ten to go. So far we have two healthy little heifer calves: Holly and Annie. Note to a reader who took the time to send me a handwritten letter: thank you Eileen for the advice about the cats. I didn’t realize they each need their own litter box. I have two set up but will get a couple more. I hope they appreciate this special dispensation. www.theaccidentalfarmwife. blogspot.com email: dianafisher1@gmail.com
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Connected to Your Community - K8 - Thursday, January 19, 2017
New KYC operations manager Economic development and infrastructure excited to work with local youth main focus for 2017, says mayor Gordon BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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It's all about the kids. The Kemptville Youth Centre has welcomed a new operations manager to the organization. Pat Henderson had his first day at KYC on Jan. 3 and has been getting to know the local youth ever since. He studied sports management at Durham College in Oshawa. During this time, Henderson did a coop with Canlan Ice Sports, which owns and manages rinks across Canada and the United States. "I was a tournament co-ordinator and ran tournaments for minor league hockey in the Toronto area," he explained. "We hosted up to 200 teams over a single weekend. It was a pretty hectic co-op." Henderson landed a job with Canlan, and moved up in the company over the course of a decade. "I love hockey, but I am more of a volleyball guy myself," he explained. Henderson coaches volleyball on a volunteer basis. Canlan asked him to move to Ottawa to be a facility manager at a two-pad rink in Rockland and Henderson ended up falling in love with the Ottawa area. "I moved to Orleans. I was here on a contract basis and the contract dwindled. Canlan asked me to take on a new rink back in Toronto and I declined. Then this came up and it was a great opportunity to work with youth," he said. "I really enjoy working with youth and this was a great opportunity to do that," Henderson continued. "It was also an opportunity to manage a facility, which I enjoy, so it worked out on both sides." Prior to applying for the position, Henderson had heard of Kemptville, but not the KYC specifically. "I've noticed already this is a super tight-knit community," he said. "It's nice to be back in a small community." Henderson grew up in the small town of Penetanguishene, Ont. What he loves about working with youth is seeing them go from
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Pat Henderson, the new operations manager for the Kemptville Youth Centre. step one to step ten. "I like to see the progression; to see where they have come." Henderson had a coach in high school who greatly influenced his life. Anything you needed, the coach would be there to help out, he explained. "That's why I want to give back to youth." He noted the best part of working at the KYC is getting to know the kids. "That's been the most fun part," he said. "I even got to play a video game the other day, which I haven't done in years." Henderson thinks the KYC facility is bright and inviting. "There is lots for the kids to do here; whatever they are looking for, it's here. This provides a great opportunity for them to come hang out with friends." Getting out into the community to meet people is on the top of Henderson's to-do list. "I think this is going to be a lot of fun," he said. "I am really looking forward to actually getting into it."
North Grenville Mayor David Gordon sat down with The Kemptville Advance on Jan. 12 and 13 to discuss what the future holds for the municipality. Many topics were broached, including the future of Kemptville College and Service Ontario, creation of good paying jobs and the expansion of County Road 43. Municipal budget 2017 What happens this year will all come down to the budget, explained Gordon. "Our main focus is infrastructure and economic development," he said. "When it comes to residential construction, it looks like it's going to be a very good year for North Grenville." More homes equal more taxpayers, which means increased spending power for the municipality. "One of the things, when it comes to a growing municipality like ours, is to ensure the infrastructure is in place. That is one of our main priorities. Not just in North Grenville, but all over Canada, the United States and the world, there is an infrastructure deficit we are all tackling." Infrastructure deficit has hit many municipalities hard across Ontario, resulting in single year municipal tax increases in the double digits percentage wise, he explained. "You can't blame past councils," he said. "When they put those pipes in the ground 50 years ago, they thought they would last forever. The information was just not there back then. North Grenville did recognize this years ago and we are working on it. We are probably further ahead than
most when it comes to addressing in- ville. Industry would be hard to bring frastructure deficit." to North Grenville because we are not on any of the main trucking routes." Expansion of County Road 43 The goal is to turn North Grenville The expansion of County Road 43 into an educational center, thereby to a four-lane road remains a priority bringing good jobs in, such as those for North Grenville and the United offered through the French public Counties of Leeds and Grenville, ex- and French Catholic school boards. plained Gordon. "We have four (school) boards in "It all comes down to a three-way North Grenville now and they all split for funding," he said. "The prov- have good paying jobs. And the way ince has to come up with their share." residential construction is going, that "We will look at this file this year to is definitely creating good paying jobs see where it is going. It's one of those locally." frustrating things; $11 million sounds like a lot, but when it comes to pro- Population set to hit 17,000 in 2017 vincial budgets, it's nothing," he conThe population of North Grenville tinued. "Not when they are giving ma- has tripled in the past two decades jor cities billions for infrastructure." and continues to grow at an exponential rate, jumping from 15,000 three Municipality hopes to close Kemptville years ago, to approaching 17,000 now. College file in 2017 "You used to know everybody - abThe perpetual question of what solutely everybody - but you have to will happen to Kemptville College progress," said Gordon. may be answered in 2017, noted GorNorth Grenville is ahead of the don. curve when it comes to population "We are hoping to have the Kemp- growth. tville College file closed in 2017. It's "It creates problems, but they are going to have to happen." good problems. North Grenville is a The municipality plans to renew natural extension of Ottawa. We're the facility, previously run by the Uni- getting the overspill from the city and versity of Guelph, into a center for a lot of people from Ottawa like to rural advancement. move out here because it's a quieter way of life." Industry in Kemptville? Young people are leaving the com- Service Ontario munity in droves in search of more The municipality has received gainful employment. Gordon was nothing from the province regarding asked what the municipality is doing the proposed closure of the Service to create good paying jobs to keep Ontario in Kemptville, explained them here. Gordon. "When it comes to industry, the "That is good news at this point in problem is they are looking at the 401 time," he said. "Will it close? In my corridor," he said. "That is one of the opinion, no. I think the province has main disadvantages for North Gren- stepped back on this one."
KYC accessory event Pat Henderson, operations manager at the Kemptville Youth Centre (left), Emily Dixon, 13, (second left), Bridget Manahan, Kemptville Youth Centre’s program coordinator (second from right), and Serenity Bertrin, 12, (right) pose for a shot during the accessory event held at the Kemptville Youth Centre on Saturday, Jan. 14. Evelyn Harford/Metroland
Sunday Mixed League HSFM - Peter Rothenburg - 184 Jamie Bertrand - 148 HSFL - Lise Krueger - 222 Cindy Miller - 197 HMFM - Peter Rothenburg - 483 Ben Krueger - 382 HMFL - Cindy Miller - 559 Fran Brauneisen - 536 Monday Mixed Team: 450’s - 6 - 82 The Rednecks - 2 -74 Team 4 - 4 - 70 The Girls - 4 - 62 Team Awesome - 6 - 58 Anything Helps - 0 - 48 Pintaculars - 8 - 46 Don’t Give A Split - 2 - 40 HSFM - Jordan Burley - 313 Ron Lecuyer - 303 HSFL - Carol Armstrong - 271 Julia Luther - 258 HMFM - Jordan Burley - 720 Ron Lecuyer - 673 HMFL - Julia Luther - 639 Carol Armstrong - 635
Tuesday 9:15 Senior Mixed Team: Keith Crawford – 5-82 David Fielding – 7- 72 Bill Bost – 2-69 Gerald Christie – 2- 69 Don Moorhouse – 0- 67 Barry McVey - 4- 61 Gail Beattie - 5-60 Joan Thomson – 3- 52 HSFM – Neil Shepherd - 239 Gerald Christie - 223 HSFL – Barb Parisien - 221 Joan Godfrey - 219 HMFM – Neil Shepherd - 647 Bill Bost - 570 HMFL – Carol Rennick - 595 Gail Beattie - 563 Tuesday – 1230 Ladies HSF - Joan Alger - 221 Sharon Kelly - 206 HMF - Sharon Kelly - 550 Leona Hudson - 519 Tuesday 7pm “Mens Industrial League” Team:
Home Hardware - 30 - 423 Best in the Biz - 32 - 413 South Ridge Sod - 18 - 412 KBC - 28 - 379 Clark Code Repairs - 10 - 375 Achorn Consulting - 24 - 324 WKK - 12 - 308 Crown Rollers - 14 - 222 HSF - Troy Bronzan - 295 Mike Connerty - 293 HMF - Troy Bronzan - 826 Mike Connerty - 726 Wednesday Mix League HSFM – Dave Delaney - 308 Robert Hudson - 250 HSFL – Jaime Moore - 243 Barb Delaney - 238 HMFM – Robert Hudson - 697 Dave Delaney - 614 HMFL – Gloria Marion - 622 Barb Delaney - 605 Thursday Golden Kids Neil Wright – 7 - 12 Ron Thomson – 7 - 12 Joan Thomson – 7 - 7
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Bruce Button - 2 - 59 Joan Godfrey - 2 - 59 Mary Lou Fry - 5- 56 Audrey Arcand - 2 - 54
Bruce Button – 0 - 7 Keith Crawford – 0 - 7 Bert Turner – 7 - 7 Sean Franey – 0 - 2 Ann Mitchell – 0 - 2 HSFM – Ken Bayley - 245 Craig Macdonald - 233 HSFL – Joan Thomson - 227 Marg Coffell - 225 HMFM – Ken Bayley - 684 Craig Macdonald - 645 HMFL – Joan Thomson - 626 Marg Coffell - 564 Thursday 7pm Mixed HSFM - Bob Houghton - 265 HSFL - Carol Armstrong - 253 HMFM - Bob Houghton - 676 HMFL - Carol Armstrong - 646 Friday 10am Mixed Barry McVey - 5 - 76 Bernie Smith - 5 - 71 Barb Brogan - 1 - 69 Dalton Gilmer - 6 -60
Larry Gorton - 250 Michelle Roger - 219 Larry Gorton - 640 Michelle Roger - 552
HSFM - Bernie Smith - 239 Dale Robb- 219 HSFL - Coby van de Loo - 258 Marg Coffell- 222 HMFM - Bruce Button- 569 Barry Mcvey - 557 HMFL - Coby van de Loo- 620 Marg Coffell- 552 YBC Bowlasaurus - Emerson L - 81 PeeWee - Chloe B - 109, 108, Zaurek M - 103 Bantam - Cody A - 140, Corbin B - 126, Nathan R - 151, 128 Junior - Jhonus B - 198, 198, Fiona W - 161, Nik K - 153, Lauren M - 158, Olivia M - 161, 177 Senior - Isaac T - 204, Devon B - 195, 208, Andrew C - 206, 215, Angela C - 208, Carson K - 215, 183, Breanna L - 242 See you at the lanes Nona, Darrell, Cindy and Melissa Miller.
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Kemptville 73's deal to bolster blue line at trade deadline BY BRIAN WILSON
At the CCHL trade deadline, Kemptville made three separate deals to bolster their blue line. The first deal sent Jack R York to the Gloucester Rangers in exchange for Liam Hunter. The second deal had Kemptville trade Jed Raby to the Cumberland Grads. The 73’s also picked up Brandon Bastasin from the Ottawa Junior Senators. Both new players are defencemen. This week’s first game saw the 73’s travel the 401 to Brockville to take on the Braves on Friday, Jan. 13. Kemptville came out with ambition having won both their games to start 2017. While being out shot 19-13 in the first period, they went on to score twice to hold a 2-0 lead at the end of the frame. Tyler Beauparlant opened the scoring with his tenth of the year from Nick Bissonette and Victor Tracy. Kemptville’s second came off the stick of Jake Gaudet. The goal was his seventh of the season assisted by Quinn Wichers and Beauparlant. The second period saw a reversal of fortunes as Brockville owned the period. The 73’s seemed unable to skate with any purpose and were unable to complete a pass. The Braves took advantage of this lull and tied the game at 2-2 after two. In the third, Kemptville
did not learn anything from the previous period and continued their lacklustre performance allowing Brockville to score three times and nail down the victory by a score of 5-2. Tyler Beauparlant was named third star for his two-point performance. The newcomers, despite being tentative as is the norm on a new team, played well. Sunday afternoon, Jan. 15, saw Kemptville make the trip to Navan to face the Cumberland Grads. The teams traded goals in the first period, despite the 73’s doubling them 16-8 in shots. Getting the marker for Kemptville was Jack A York with the assists going to Tyson Kirkby and Quinn Wichers. The second period featured a 73’s meltdown as the Grads scored four times on ten shots. Trailing 5-1 going into the third, Kemptville could only muster three shots for the entire period while Cumberland added one more to their lead. In Friday’s game, both teams combined for a total of ten penalty minutes. In Sunday’s game, the teams combined for seventy-five penalty minutes, which resulted in four power play and one short-handed goal. The Grads nailed down the victory by a score of 6-1. Quinn Wichers got the nod for third star. The team will not have much time to adjust as they
took to the ice on Tuesday, Jan. 17 in Kemptville when the Gloucester Rangers drop in for a visit. Game time is 7:30 p.m. On Thursday, Jan. 19, Kemptville is back on the road for a tilt with the Cornwall Colts in Cornwall at 7:30 p.m. Then, its back home to North Grenville for a game against the Yzerman Division leading Ottawa Junior Senators at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 22. Feel the heat! Catch 73s fever!
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Jan. 21: Euchre tournament at Royal Canadian Legion, Kemptville Branch 212 (100 Reuben Crescent). Registration from noon to 12:30 p.m. and tournament starts at 12:30 p.m. Registration cost is $10. Hamburger and hot dogs available.
fessional woman? Kemptville Women in Business (KWIB) typically meets for networking and business building every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Dr, Kemptville. For more information on becoming member of this exclusive group, or to attend a meeting as our guest, Feb. 12: 19th annual Sweetheart Brunch, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., please email membership@kemptvillewomeninbusiness.com or see at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44 in www.kemptvillewomeninbusiness.com. Kemptville). This annual event, organized by the Knights of Columbus, Holy Cross Council 5333, with the help of teams of wonderful Third Monday of every month: Kemptville North Grenville Canvolunteers, is made possible by many generous sponsors, including cer Support Group meet third Monday of every month except July, Tallman Truck Centre, G. Tackaberry and Sons Construction Com- August and December. St. John’s United Church, Kemptville at 2 pany and O’Farrell Financial Services. p.m. Welcome to anyone requiring support and encouragement. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 children (six – 11 years), and under six are free! Admission includes a delicious smorgasbord of food, exEvery Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Kemptville Walking citing live entertainment, a draw for cash prizes and a fabulous op- Group meets at North Grenville Municipal Centre at 8 a.m. Call portunity to support numerous local charities and community initia- Gail 613-258-1148. tives. What a sweetheart deal! Tickets are available at the Bank of Nova Scotia, Colonnade Every Tuesday: Kemptville Mixed Pickup 18+Basketball is back! Branch, Kemptville. All tickets sold at the Bank will be matched in All skill levels are welcome to join us Tuesday evenings throughout value by the Bank. The Committee is very grateful for this ongoing the school year at Holy Cross School from 7 to 9 p.m. $5 for the support and encourages you to purchase your tickets in advance. night or $60 for the season. For more information, contact Jeff or Tickets will also be available at the door. Samantha at 613-258-1847 or samantha.rivet-stevenson@rbc.com. Every Sunday: From 1 - 4 p.m. Twice The Fun Games (200 Sanders Street Unit 103) selects a game for their “Organized Play” and “Learn to Play” events. No experience needed. See what games are coming up, signup for their newsletter. Do you have a game you’d like to learn? Send us an email (info@twicethefungames.ca) and they’ll schedule it for a future “Learn to Play” event. Takes place the second and fourth Friday of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. at Twice The Fun Games. Bring your favourite game or borrow one from their library. All ages welcome.
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Every Wednesday: North Gower Family Storytime at the North Gower Library, 6579 Fourth Line Road, at 10:30 a.m. No registration required. 613-580-2940. Every Wednesday: Kemptville North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club offers free bridge lessons for beginners at the Cheryl J. Brown Centre at 15 Sanders Street. For information, call Bill Wheeler at 613-695-7777.
Every Wednesday: Spencerville Malala Women’s Choir welcomes Mondays: Grenville Gremlins Square Dance Club meet every new members who love to sing. Rehearsals on Wednesdays from 7 Monday from 7:30-10 p.m. at Leslie Hall in Kemptville. to 9 p.m. at Spencerville United Church. For information, contact Sheila at 613-658-5290. Second Monday evening of every month: North Grenville Sustainable North Grenville usually meets on the second Monday of every First and third Wednesday of every month: Afternoon Bingo from month at 6:45 p.m. for a 7 p.m. start at the South Branch Bistro, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kemptville Legion, 100 Reuben Crescent. RefreshClothier St., Kemptville. Events vary by the month from speakers to ments available. Everyone welcome. documentary showings; workshops to outings. Please check the SNG website (www.sustainablenorthgrenville. Second and fourth Wednesday: Kemptville Klub 67 Euchre every ca) for details as dates, times and locations can vary. Open to every- second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 1:15 p.m. at St. John’s one, no membership required. United Church Kemptville downstairs. Everyone welcome. Cost is $5. Third Saturday of each month (except for July and August): Royal Canadian Legion, Kemptville Branch 212 Legion Breakfast from 8 Second and fourth Wednesday of the month: Burritt’s Rapids New to 10 a.m. at the branch (100 Reuben Crescent). Cost is $5 for adults Horizon Club at the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Come and and $3 for children under 12. join this active group of seniors. Meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Watch for meeting times and Third Monday of every month: Kemptville Are you a local, pro- programs in your local paper.
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