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A structural engineer to assess the Kemptville courthouse and former Oxford-On-Rideau Township Hall is not on the book for 2017. Both structures, each designated of architectural and historical interest, were deemed "surplus" in a municipal staff report tabled on Sept. 21, 2015. At that time, recommendations to sell the courthouse and town hall within five years were made to council. Public consultation sessions, led by Letourneau Heritage Consulting, at a cost of $3,870, followed. According to the Letourneau report, tabled on Oct. 17, 2016, both structures are significant to the community. Letourneau provided council with the following recommendations: update heritage designation bylaws for both structures, have a built heritage specialist (architectural engineer) examine both properties and prepare a building conservation plan, commission a market analysis of potential uses for both properties, look at funding sources/ community partnerships for rehabilitation and continue with public engagement.
During a public consultation held on June 22, 2016, Letourneau stated “a structural engineer needs to look at the building (courthouse) to ensure there is sufficient support for the second floor.� “As far as the heritage specialist (engineer) goes, we had a building audit done in 2013,� said Mark Guy, director of parks, recreation and culture. “So we did not recommend going forward with that in 2017. We had other priorities we had to get done this year.� The structural engineer to assess both structures was not brought to the budget deliberation table, he explained. “Council didn’t ask me to bring it and I didn’t bring it,� said Guy. “We knew there were projects from 2016 that had to get done this year.� Planner Phil Mosher is working with the municipality’s heritage advisory committee to update the designation bylaw, he noted. “I am doing some work this year with one of the tenants of the courthouse (provincial court) and look at whether they will be staying there,� said Guy. Hiring a structural engineer will be brought to the budget deliberation table next year, he said. See ENGINEER page K2
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1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail awarded with Canada 150 Garden Experience designation The Canadian Garden Council in collaboration with the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association awarded the 1000 Islands and Rideau Garden Trail with the “Canada 150 Garden Experience” designation. This designation highlights 150 garden ways to celebrate Canada’s birthday year. In 2015, the Leeds Grenville economic development office launched the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail initiative linking six private and three public gardens that has now grown to 14 gardens throughout Leeds Grenville. The inaugural year of the trail captured national media attention that resulted in attracting visitors from around the world plus travel writers who have continued to promote the gardens in the region. David Cybulski, Maitland Garden of Hope, and Ann Weir, Leeds Grenville economic development manager, co-chairs of the garden trail, were asked to speak about its success at the 2017 North American Garden Tourism Conference held this week in Toronto. Attendees included gardens from Paris, Denver, Philadelphia, Charlottetown, Canary Islands, plus many more. Entering into its third year, Cybulski shared, “the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail and its members are proud to be recognized with the Canada 150 Garden Experience designation. It speaks to the quality of the gardens in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.” To grow tourism in the region the Leeds Grenville has taken a leadership role in facilitating collaboration to develop new tourism products that
utilize our assets and can take advantage of our iconic brands.” More than 121 million people visit gardens annually in the United States, according to the American Public Gardens Associations. The Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport quoted in the Garden Tourism strategy that an average of 13 million North Americans visit public gardens while on overnight trips to Ontario. “The 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail is a leader in the province in developing garden tourism,” said Michel Gauthier, executive director of the Canadian Garden Council. “It’s an outstanding example of public and private sectors working together to create a garden experience that we are proud to recognize with the Canada 150 Garden Experience designation.” May 12 will be the official launch of the trail and the announcement of its newest member. Gardens on the trail will be opening mid-May and remain open until September. For more information visit the website at garden trail.1000islandsandrideaucanal.com.
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Mysteries of miraculous fungi to be revealed at land trust’s March 29 AGM The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust’s (MMLT) annual general meeting (AGM) is scheduled for March 29 at the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority in Carleton Place. For the land trust it’s an opportunity not only to conduct required annual business, but also a chance to
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Lanark County housing forum March 29 in Perth The Community Action Network (CAN) and the Table Community Food Centre are in the final stages of the current housing outreach campaign; they will be hosting a wrap-up forum for community participants on March 29 in Lanark County council chambers in Perth. Funded by a grant from the Lanark County social housing department, the campaign engaged more than 100 community members through a
face-to-face survey and community meetings. The forum on March 29 will be the culminating activity of the outreach campaign. During this final session, results of the surveys will be presented, giving participating community members from across the county a chance to meet with other people who have similar concerns and identify solutions together. The public is invited to attend the forum in the La-
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Sweet maple goodness, old-fashioned family fun on the menu for Maple Weekend Get ready for some mapleinspired fun on April 1 and April 2, during Maple Weekend’s third annual sweet celebratory event. Taking place right in the heart of maple season, Maple Weekend is the perfect time to plan a trip to a local participating sugar bush and sample maple treats while experiencing some oldfashioned family activities.
Hosted by the Lanark & District Maple Syrup Producers’ Association (LDMSPA), Maple Weekend celebrates the maple season at local participating sugar bushes throughout the Lanark, Mississippi Mills, Portland, Brockville, Frankville, North Frontenac, Sharbot Lake and Perth areas. During this popular two-day event,
participating maple producers host activities, specials and events to draw visitors to their operation. LDMSPA president Mel Conboy explained this year will see many returning maple producers, and a new addition to the group, all with special activities planned for Maple Weekend — including educational exhibits, interac-
tive activities, and of course, maple taffy. “You can expect to see some fun activities this year. We really want people to come out and enjoy a day at the sugar bush,” Conboy said. Visitors can head out to participating maple sugar bushes any time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on April 1 and April 2, and explore how maple syrup is made, from tree to table. Make it a day trip or drop by for a few hours at a time; visit one sugar bush, or visit multiple locations. Whether it’s boiling sap in a cauldron over an open fire or processing it through hightech reverse osmosis (RO) systems and modern fuel efficient evaporators, the results always taste great. Visitors are invited to chat with a local maple syrup producer and
find out everything there is to know about how maple syrup is made and its long history in Canada. With Canada celebrating its 150th year in 2017, there has never been a better time to participate in such quintessentially Canadian activities like a visiting a local sugar bush, snacking on maple taffy or even enjoying a pancake meal with fresh-fromthe-evaporator maple syrup. Maple Weekend visitors can also learn more about the history of maple syrup and the impact it’s had on Canadian culture and the local economy. “Making maple syrup is something that has a special meaning to Canadians,” Conboy explained. “A springtime visit to a local sugar bush, and even the smell of fresh
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ith police services cracking down on fines and horror stories all over the news, it’s a wonder why distracted driving is still an issue on our roads. Recently, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) held its annual provincial campaign to counter distracted driving and the results are in: 29 drivers within Lanark County were charged. And the fine isn’t anything to scoff at. Under the Highway Traffic Act, drivers charged with the ‘drive with a handheld communication device’ offence face a fine of $490 and three demerit points off their licence. Is it really worth incurring a $500 fine or worse, endangering the lives of yourself and others on the road just to answer a text message? How hard is it to wait until you arrive at your destination or simply pull off the road, park and then
take out your phone to check it? Driving requires the user to be alert and at attention. According to the OPP, the driving pattern of someone who focuses on their phone or media player for five seconds is similar to falling asleep at the wheel. So far this year, inattentive drivers have claimed 11 lives in collisions investigated on OPP patrolled roadways; almost triple the number from the same time last year. We live in a world where we feed off of constant communication and are expected to be able to multi-task, but when you’re behind the wheel of a vehicle, your safety and that of others driving, should be top of mind. Upon entering your vehicle, put the phone in your pocket, purse or bag, where it’s out of sight and out of mind. It’s about time to pay attention to the road, not the phone.
Mary gives some insight into her stories: Did they really exist? Hardly a day goes by that an email doesn’t arrive asking about the people appearing in my stories. The most common question is: “Did they really exist?” “Was there really a Cecil? And what about bad Marguirite and Ronny?” After talking with my editor at this paper, we thought it was time to deviate from my usual story line and enlighten our readers about the people who have become familiar over the years. Needless to say, I won’t be able to write about all of them, but I will try to work in as many as I can in the space I am allowed. Of course, there was my mother and father. And my
sister Audrey and brothers Emerson and Everett — and although Earl was really a cousin who came to live with us when his mother and father died at an early age, he was always considered a brother, and is referred to in my stories as one of my three brothers. Aunt Lizzie, Aunt Freda, Uncle Henry, Aunt Vanetta, Aunt Lil, Uncle Lou and cousins Richard, Terry and Ronny were all very real. Sadly, Terry is the only one left. Velma and Joyce were indeed my very best friends at the Northcote School, and we kept in touch right up until their deaths. In fact, both were able to recall for me many happenings I had long since forgotten,
son, Richard, who had come to the event that evening. He agreed his father Cecil was indeed a jokester who liked nothing better than to cause a
and I was able to create a host of stories based on their memories. Now, what about Cecil? He is one I am so often asked about. Did he really exist? Was he the scamp I made him out to be? Last year, while making a speech up in the Valley, someone in the audience asked that very question. I pointed to a young man sitting a few tables away and introduced Cecil’s
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bit of a stir. Incidentally, one of The Northcote School still Cecil’s granddaughters, Janet, stands on the Rink Road off works in one of my favourite Highway 60 between Renfrew restaurants in Arnprior. So yes See MARY page 9 indeed, Cecil did exist.
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and Douglas, and now serves as a community centre. Briscoe’s General Store is still standing, but alas, no longer exists as a stopping place. Our old farm is up the road from that store, but sadly, the only thing left is the barn, which can be seen far off in the distance. Miss Crosby did indeed exist, but with another name. It is my understanding that on her death bed, a few of her last words were, “Don’t let Mary Cook put my name in her books.” So, she became Miss Crosby, and will remain Miss Crosby. The stores I write about in the town of Renfrew remained a vibrant part of the town for decades after we left the farm. Most old-timers remember them, and when I visit Renfrew, I see the places where those stores were on Raglan Street — and in my mind’s eye I see the Dime Store, as we called it, and the O’Brien Theatre, still there. There really was a Dr. Murphy. And he really did make house calls out in the country and was often paid with a couple of chickens or a bag of potatoes if the patient didn’t
have the $2 he charged for the trip. Now, what about bad Marguirite? Well, I am not stupid enough to call her by her right name, and she really is a composite of all the bad little girls I went to school with when I was a youngster. I appreciate very much all the feedback I get from readers, and I try to answer every email and letter personally. That is, if my computer behaves. I admit, this new technology is not my strong suit, and often I lose a letter before I have a chance to respond. I urge those who may have yet to hear back from me to please write again. Hopefully, this column will have answered your questions about some of the people in my stories, and it has given me the opportunity to thank all of you who have written your appreciation to me over the many years this column has appeared in your weekly paper. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www. smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
Music and comedy comes to Portland United Church April 1 Portland United Church is hosting “April Daze” on Saturday, April 1 – an evening of light music and comedy. There will be musical numbers by the church choir, vocal and piano solos, and the Port-
land Pealers Bell Choir will ring their bells. Some of the music will be old favourites and other selections may be new to you. The comedy, a short, witty one-act play by Peter Paylor, titled, The Rosewood Art Soci-
ety – Established 1903, is bound to make you laugh, as the board of a small town art society deals with the issues of the day. Come and help us celebrate April Fools’ Day (and hopefully the end of winter!)
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Meals on Wheels volunteers making a difference in Lanark County Did you know that volunteers delivered more than 39,000 meals across Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place and Pakenham last year? Four-hundred-plus seniors and adults with physical disabilities receive nutritious meals each week. Meals on Wheels is a service that ensures a healthy hot or frozen meal is provided to those who need help with food preparation. Meals are prepared by local chefs in the Community Home Support — Lanark County (CHSLC) service area and delivered by dedicated volunteers daily. More than meets the eye Services like Meals on Wheels are much more than simply delivering a nutritious meal to the clients’ home. They also provide a daily contact and friendly familiar face. Lois, a longtime Meals on Wheels client, had a wonderful relationship with staff and volunteers. Lois was always first to comment on the quality of the meals delivered. Her feedback and others’ are invaluable to us, as we now deliver self-prepared frozen meals. Meals on Wheels was the first CHSLC service Lois received; however, she was able to access several of our services. What Lois and her family recalled most were
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Chef Adrian Fournier, right, of the Iron Kettle Café in Smiths Falls does an excellent job preparing trays of delicious food for Community Home Support – Lanark County’s Meals on Wheels program. Rick Coldrey, left, president of the Smiths Falls Lions Club recently spent some time in the kitchen learning the tricks of the trade. the lasting friendships that were developed and kept right up to the end of Lois’s life. It is services like Meals on Wheels, Diners Club, transportation and more that can help change a person’s situation. These services help improve the quality of life and maintain independence as long as possible.
Volunteers matter Ryan’s story is another example of how volunteers can make a difference in another’s life. One day, while Ryan and his helper Lianna were making their Meals on Wheels delivery, they came across one of the clients in distress. If not for their timely delivery and quick thinking by call-
ing 911, what could have been a terrible outcome for the client was avoided. Our clients can attest to the positive difference volunteers make in their lives. Volunteers are, as we say, the heart and soul of our organization — and that is why we are asking for your help today. Volunteer with Meals on Wheels In order to deliver the 39,000 meals to 400 seniors and adults with physical disabilities, we need at least 26 volunteers in each of our four areas. Many of our longtime volunteers are no longer able to help out and require the support of other volunteers to take their place. By helping for as little as two hours a week, you can help give back to your community. Be that smiling face that our clients see bringing a delicious meal to their door. To find out how you can help, send us an email or contact one of our offices in your community. We have volunteer opportunities in all the service areas. We invite you to read the many stories from our clients and volunteers that we will be sharing throughout the next several months. As you read and share them yourselves, picture yourself in their place. We promise
you will see the difference you can make in the life of someone else. Volunteering matters. For more information or
to volunteer, visit www.chslc. ca or call 613-267-6400. Submitted by Community Home Support — Lanark County
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Cute starter home consisting of three bedrooms up and one bedroom downstairs. Kitchen, dining and living room are bright and open concept for easy entertaining. Finished rec room on lower level with large, bright windows. This is a perfect home for first time buyers or someone who enjoys the country life. Easy highway access with lovely bush area behind the home. Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca
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thE wEE GlEn Sun march 26, 1:00-2:30 unit 107, 10 armStrong dr. SmithS FallS • $169,900
3 Main St. W., Smiths Falls
Glorious, glorious privacy! Awesome views and almost 22 acres with 85 feet on Dalhousie Lake. 4 bedrooms plus office – could be 5 bedrooms - built by award winning local builder. Light filled, family room on lower walk out level with woodstove to keep you cozy. 2.5 baths. Renovated kitchen - rich cherry cabinets,island breakfast bar. Plus, barn with horse stalls equipped with water and hydro. Half hour to historic Perth and less than an hour to Kanata. www.theweeglen.com $575,000 Barbara Shepherd 613 326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca
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316 County Rd 16 Jasper $207,900 mls: 1047737
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Close to Almonte on 85 acres with large barn, 2000 ft2 bungalow (approx.) with nat. gas heat, large rooms, hardwood floors, c. air, full lower level, att. garage, formal d/r, and much more.
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Immaculate newer home with gas heat, minutes to Almonte with magnificent views north over the fields. Finished lower level and a tremendous number of upgrades make this a must see!
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Veteran of the roads has no beefs to pick with drivers “Hi Brian, I read your column every week; usually I agree with your advice, sometimes not (I like to have a coffee and sometimes a bagel while I’m driving; call it distracted drinking and bagel eating, because it isn’t distracting me from driving). Let’s keep distracted driving reserved for those who are really distracted; texting, phoning, reading, and combing their hair, shaving, applying makeup, or eating anything bigger than a bagel (I’ve seen all these). I’m responding to your request to provide my ‘biggest beef about traffic.’ I was pleased to see how you ended the paragraph, ‘And more importantly, how do you deal with it?’ Because how we deal with it will either make our trip safe or could result in carnage on
our roads. I don’t think I have a beef about driving. I just enjoy doing it, and I’m 73, been driving since I was 15, averaging more than 50,000 miles/year (figure that out.) Driven in Europe, Peru, Venezuela, Indonesia, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Mexico, Korea and enough in Canada and the USA that the only time I need a roadmap is to check on changes since the last time I was on that road. If I’d have let my beefs get my “blood boiling” I don’t think I’d be here to write this letter. I hope your readers come up with more “how to deal with it” because we’ve all heard the beefs before. I am not a truck driver, although I was taught to drive by a truck driver and my second time on the road was in his truck. My first time on the road
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was in my own 1950 Chrysler Imperial, which I bought for $400 when I was 14 and delivering telegrams for 75 cents/hour, after I’d run away from home. The deal was that the seller would teach me to drive; luckily that car had a Fluid Drive (automatic) transmission, so I didn’t have to worry about a clutch. The day after he taught me to drive, I went by myself from Toronto to visit my sis-
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one of my pet peeves to light (pardon the pun). I witnessed a number of vehicles with their tail lamps completely covered in snow leaving drivers behind them with no warning from any braking action or intended turns. While the recent move of automakers to replace heat-emitting (and snow melting) incandescent bulbs with LEDs can be part of the problem, drivers who fail to turn on all their vehicles’ exterior lights provide the remainder. Remember, no matter how sunny and bright it may be, if you’re driving on snowcovered roads, turn on all your lights to use the heat from the bulbs to keep their lenses clear. And if your vehicle is equipped with LEDs See COUNSELLOR page 16
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These aces are wild: Easton DeVries, 4, and his brother Cole, 2 1/2, were playing around with some cards after their pancake breakfast at the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub on March 19.
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(and you should find out if you don’t already know), take the time to stop, get out, and clean the lamps from time to time to keep yourself, your passengers, and everyone else sharing the road with you safe.
If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counsellor’ on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 65 Lorne St., P.O.
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Photography and live theatre – so right for each other On March 30 you will be able to attend the opening night of our latest Studio Theatre production, Wrong For Each Other, a delightful comedy by Canada’s ever-popular playwright Norm Foster, under the direction of Jeremy Dutton, and starring Lucas Tennant, Hugh McCulloch, Mary Ann Majaury and Laurie Reesor. For our productions, our wonderfully talented actors can come from Ottawa, Carleton Place, Merrickville, Smiths Falls, and rural Leeds and Lanark, as well as Perth. And of course we have great directors, producers, and stage managers from far and wide as well. But at this time I want to celebrate our two skilful Perth based photographers, Bruce Raby and Len Modderman, who along with Studio Theatre vice president Bob FeDuke, are all members of the prestigious Lanark Camera Club that meets right here in Perth. Bruce was recently featured in Reader’s Digest Our Canada magazine December/January 2017 with his article entitled "Shooting Stars," which highlighted Studio Theatre productions. Bruce and Len are responsible for all the impressive photos you see on our Studio Theatre website, in your local papers, and in our lobby displays and our programs where the cast and crew of each show are highlighted.
Hugh McCulloch gives a heartrending plea to Laurie Reesor during a final rehearsal for Perth Studio Theatre’s rendition of Norm Foster’s romantic comedy, Wrong For Each Other. The production, written by popular Canadian playwright Norm Foster, premieres Thursday, March 30 and continues until April 9. Photo courtesy Leonard Modderman
For this show, Len attended countless rehearsals taking insightful candid shots of the actors as they honed their craft for your enjoyment. And, to feature the theatre’s new large screen and projector, for this play, photog-
raphy creates the backdrop for this one-of-a-kind production. I had the opportunity to accompany Bruce on a photo shoot around Perth, to seek cooperation of local businesses and take more than a few pictures. Everyone we
met with was so enthusiastic and helpful, the town of Perth is a very strong supporter of live theatre. Then Bruce worked for many hours preparing the images for professional quality illumination under our bright theatre lights.
In Wrong For Each Other, when Rudy and Norah are having a meal at a restaurant, you will find yourself in Maximilian’s. And when the same couple meet at the flower shop — you guessed it — you will be seeing Kelly’s Flowers. The scene that takes place as a voice-over in this play will transport you to the Great War Memorial Hospital. Thanks to our new rear projection technology, and some creative photography from Lanark Camera Club members, we can entertain you in a most unique way. Wrong For Each Other premières at the Studio Theatre on Thursday, March 30 for seven shows, March 30, 31, April 1, 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m., and April 2 and 9 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 (cash only) at the Book Nook, 60 Gore St. E, and $22 plus service fee at Shadowfax, 67 Foster St., (613-267-6817; shadowfax.on.ca) and Tickets Please, in the Matheson Museum Visitor Centre, 11 Gore St. E (613-485-6434; ticketsplease.ca) both of which accept in-store, phone, online and credit card purchases. Tickets are $24 at the door, and $10 at the door for students with ID. Attend opening night and save $5. For complete show details, dates and ticket information, please visit studiotheatreperth.com. Submitted by Jane Stott for Studio Theatre
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Spring pet portrait day to support LAWS March 25 at Pet Valu in Perth Spring Pet Portrait Day is this Saturday, March 25 at Pet Valu in Perth. Don’t forget to stop by to get a beautiful portrait of your pet by Margaret Link Photography. It takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with proceeds going to LAWS. No appointment necessary, just drop in and smile!
Shadow Please meet Shadow at the Natural Pet Foods Store in Carleton Place. This beautiful boy is about sixmonths-old, black with a little white for contrast. H e is super playful, friendly and affectionate.
now Squeaker hopes it will soon be his turn. He is very friendly and is the first to rush to greet visitors in the runs where he lives with other cats, but he would really like a home of his own. Bandit Bandit is about two-years-old, a white and brown harlequin tabby boy. He was surrendered to LAWS with his brother Gizmo who has already been adopted. Bandit lives in the runs with other cats and gets along with
Wish list LAWS is currently in need of the following items: Friskies Pate canned cat food, postage stamps, ‘Bounce’ dryer sheets, paper towels and toilet paper.
Bagheera Also at Natural Pet, Bagheera is likely Shadow’s brother as they were found together. About six-monthsold, all black, sleek and glossy like the panther he is named for. The staff at the store say these two boys are both very friendly and playful. They are fond of each other and would make a great pair but can be adopted separately as well.
Squeaker Squeaker was surrendered to the shelter with his brother Currie. They appeared on a farm and stuck around as the owner of the farm fed them, took good care of them and socialized them before they came to LAWS. Currie has already been adopted and
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This week’s featured pets Dash Say hello to our new remodelled Dash. His name should now be Happy. His tail never stops wagging. SIT... OK...wag wag wag. Dash arrived at LAWS with no manners and was a bit of a brat. His previous owners probably felt sorry for him because Dash is missing one of his front legs. But this doesn’t seem to bother Dash - he just keeps on trucking. He loves to be outdoors, romping and sniffing. That doesn’t mean he isn’t a clean dog - he is immaculate in his kennel. A LAWS volunteer (behaviourist ) has been working with Dash. He keeps improving and becoming more lovable under her instruction. Because of his strength and his enthusiasm we feel, that at this time, he should not be around young children at all. Young adults are fine. And he does not like cats! If you are a seriously interested person with lots of time and patience and the determination to make a difference in this beautiful dog’s life and give him a second chance then we invite you to call and make an appointment to meet Dash.
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ing of a loving home with a family of their own. We also have a number of cats available who would enjoy life more in a HEATED barn than in a home. Barn cats must also have access to fresh water and food all the time. If you are interested in giving one or more of these cats an alternative to living in the shelter please call us. Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like at www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals and/or check out our website at lanarkanimals.com. If you have any questions or concerns, cuddled. please contact the shelter at shelter@ lanarkanimals.com or by calling 613Barn cats available The featured cats are all super- 283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 friendly and cuddly and so deserv- Glenview Road, Smiths Falls.
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them all. He likes to snooze in the spring sunshine but is happy to be be snatched from his slumbers for a cuddle. He is very friendly and hopes that he too will soon find a happy home like his brother. Idaho Idaho is about two-years-old, a charcoal grey domestic short hair. She was so badly matted when she arrived that she had to be shaved but she wears her lion-cut with pride! Her photo on LAWS’ website shows her velvety body and furry head and legs. It doesn’t show the shaved tail with the puff of fur at the end - people smile sympathetically when they see her because she has been shaved but her cattitude is intact, she eagerly greets visitors to the runs where she lives in harmony with the other cats. She is very friendly and loves to be
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Junior hockey excels despite relative anonymity with Kanata Lasers and Nepean Raiders at the bottom of the attendance chart. It’s especially difficult to whip up fan interest in a city such as Ottawa which features the NHL Senators, the Ontario Hockey League 67’s (Major Junior) and Gatineau Olympiques of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League who are just across the river in the Hull Sector of Gatineau. In what is now called CCHL 2, the former Eastern Ontario Jr. B Hockey League, news coverage is even more elusive although the aforementioned local media are big supporters of their hometown teams. Attracting fans is a major challenge for clubs farther down the junior hockey pecking order. Leading the way in CCHL 2 attendance are Perth, Casselman, Westport and Prescott. Perth Blue Wings were the runaway attendance leaders during the recently completed CCHL 2 regular season with more than 6,000 fans walking through the turnstiles, an average of 260 per home game. Of course Blue Wings, under the capable leadership of local businessman Michael McLean and longtime junior hockey manager Bill White (a Carleton Place native), have finished atop the Richardson Division standings in back-to-back seasons.
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Success almost always equates with fan interest. But sadly Perth suffered a first round, shock upset last week. Earlier I was critical of the daily media in Ottawa for not focusing on valley junior hockey. I will qualify my comments somewhat by pointing out that I realize news budgets are shrinking these days. Also, with daily newspapers struggling to attract advertisers, space is now at a premium. CTV Ottawa, which bills itself as the leading television news station in the nation’s capital, has a oneman sports department. Fighting fades On the other hand it would be nice to see some occasional daily media recognition for what I consider to be good quality hockey. Sadly there’s precious little of that these days and the chance of the situation improving seems unlikely. Still, the leagues play on and the entertainment value is high. I know less about CCHL 2 than
the parent CCHL. But Jr. A hockey features fast, hard hitting games with fighting (I deplore fighting in hockey) all but relegated to obscurity. I was heartened to see a Sportsnet feature on TV recently which clearly demonstrated that fighting in junior hockey is fading fast. Major junior teams no longer carry “goons” on their rosters and combined with the fact Jr. A leagues already frown on fighting the show’s producers feel the new normal will soon reflect itself in the NHL. Wow, skilled play over fisticuffs. What a concept! Shifting gears, I’m now going to look at how the junior hockey playoffs are shaping up in this region. In the CCHL the Carleton Place Canadians were once again the class of the league during the regular campaign. Head coach, GM and owner Jason Clarke, along with his hard working assistants and scouting staff has put together another strong team. Carleton Place went into the long campaign as three-time defending CCHL champions. They have also won three straight Fred Page Cups (Eastern Canadian Jr. A championship) and made three consecutive appearances in the national Jr. A tournament, the
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The junior hockey playoffs are underway across eastern Ontario. But if you read a daily newspaper, or you listen to or watch most Ottawa area radio and television stations you wouldn’t know it. Despite the quality of the hockey and the impact teams in Ottawa Valley towns have on their individual communities, the leagues in question toil in relative anonymity in the city. As someone who has followed and covered junior hockey for 46 years I think that is a real shame, especially for the Ottawa teams. Fortunately there are community newspapers like this one who continue to cover local junior hockey faithfully. In addition some local radio stations (Lake 88 in Perth and 1310 News in Ottawa for example) do a good job. League websites carry some good information as well. Fan support for the many teams involved varies. Small cities and large towns with teams in the Jr. A Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL) lead the way with Cornwall, Pembroke, Brockville, Smiths Falls and Carleton Place at the head of the pack. Cornwall Colts averaged just under 1,000 fans at their home games this season. On the other hand CCHL teams in suburban Ottawa struggle to attract ticket buyers
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Royal Bank Cup. Until Carleton Place came along no team in the 25-year history of the Fred Page tournament had ever won back-to-back titles. Canadians have captured three titles in a row. As an encore Carleton Place put up a stellar 52-12 record in the just concluded 2016-2017 regular season finishing with an incredible 17 straight wins and 100 points. As an aside the 17 consecutive wins is a team record for Carleton Place. But it fell well short of the league regular season, consecutive win plateau. The all-time league record (the CCHL is 56 years old) belongs to Brockville Braves who reeled off a truly amazing 26 straight victories between Oct. 26, 2009 and Jan. 15, 2010. Canadians opened the playoffs Friday against the eighth place Nepean Raiders with a hard fought 6-4 triumph. Nepean tied the best-of-seven with a tight 3-2 home ice win Sunday handing Carleton Place their first loss in 19 games. In my experience nothing is less predictable than junior hockey playoffs. A good example occurred in 1980 when the former Carleton Place Legion
Kings (Canadians’ predecessor) rolled to the regular season title in the old Jr. B Northwest Division. They went into the quarter final playoffs against arch rival Arnprior Packers as heavy favourites. But led by a diminutive net minder named Tom Kelly (his nickname was “Bomber”) Arnprior claimed the best-ofseven set in five games. Kings were well and truly bombed. No, I never make junior hockey playoff predictions! Unfortunately a similar scenario unfolded for Perth in the CCHL 2 playoffs. In the opening round they were pitted against division rival Athens Aeros who finished in fourth place during the campaign, a full 22 points behind Blue Wings.
year’s league finalists. Athens will now face Richmond Royals in the semifinals. The other CCHL 2 semi matches defending champion Casselman Vikings against Ottawa West Golden Knights. Back in the Jr. A CCHL Cornwall, under the leadership of longtime head coach and team owner Ian MacInnis, won 16 of their last 20 games to overtake Ottawa Junior Senators and finish second overall. Colts met Smiths Falls Bears in the opening round of the playoffs. Bears struggled this season winning just 24 of 62 games. Head coach Mark Grady stepped down late in the season, but continues as the club’s GM. Veteran local coach Walt Dubas assumed the bench duties. Smiths Falls managed to out duel Cumberland Grads, Gloucester Rangers and Kanata Lasers to claim seventh place, two points ahead of the final playoff team Nepean. Bears have their work cut out for them against Robinson Division rival Cornwall however. Colts won all six regular season meetings between the two. Cornwall scored back-to-back overtime wins to open the playoff series. Sunday they blanked Bears 6-0 to take command of the set. Meanwhile Kemptville 73’s
Wings clipped But after edging out longtime rivals Westport Rideaus 2-1 in a best-of-three preliminary round series Athens stunned Perth, winning the first three games of their best-of-seven league quarter final. Perth did make a large fist of it, bouncing back to win the next three games. That forced a seventh and deciding game in Perth last Friday night. However, Aeros scored two goals in 33 seconds early in the first period and skated off with a 5-2 victory to eliminate last
enjoyed their best campaign since entering the Jr. A league in 2007. Under the direction of head coach Ron Tugnutt, the former NHL goaltender (including several seasons with Ottawa Senators), Kemptville rang up a good 33-25-2-2 record and 70 points to finish in fifth place. Tugnutt’s son Matt was the club’s second leading scorer with 64 points. However, Kemptville has the unenviable task of taking on fourth place Hawkesbury Hawks in the quarter finals. Hawks have proven to be a difficult playoff opponent in
recent seasons. The teams exchanged home ice wins to open their quarter final series with Kemptville prevailing 5-3 Sunday night. Sixth place Brockville ended the campaign just one point behind Kemptville. That set up a tricky opening round set against third place Ottawa who finished 16 points ahead of them during the season. Games 1 and 2 of the series were both won 2-1 in overtime by Junior Sens. Friday’s contest in Brockville wasn’t decided until the second OT stanza. Saturday in Ottawa Braves rode Henry Johnson’s
brilliant goaltending, blanking Sens 3-0. This week I urge regional hockey fans to support their junior hockey teams who not only have a hard time attracting major publicity, but also struggle to make money. The playoffs are especially important for those clubs fortunate enough to qualify. Games at this time of year are usually the most competitive of the season. I hope to see you at the rink! 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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Almonte and District Horticultural Society monthly meeting. Monday, March 27, 7:30pm. Cornerstone Community Church. Speaker, Donna Christie, will present Houseplants: the Horrifying, Hideous, Hilarious, Haunting, Heavenly. Guests welcome. Carol Kenward at 613 256-5594. Almonte Civitan Bridge, Wednesday, March 22, Almonte Civitan Hall. Refreshments 12:30-1:00, Bridge 1:00-3:45. Info. Barb 613-256-2463. Euchre- 4 hand, March 30, 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, theatre & supper out, Thursday, March 30, enjoy the Norm Foster’s comedy “The Melville Boys” & supper out. Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, trip to Wheelers Pancake House & lunch. Thursday March 23. Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Supper Social. Tuesday, March 28, 6 p.m. at the Almonte Legion. Transportation and entertainment provided. Call 613-2564700 to reserve.
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August 2, 1932 to December 28, 2016 Belated, but sincere heartfelt thanks to all, for your support and kindness, following the death of our beloved Mother, Gram, Great Gramma, Sister, and Sister-in-law, Marion Burchill. We would like to express our sincere thanks, and appreciation for the sympathy cards, flowers, food, and all the visitors who stopped by our homes with words of inspiration, the Mass cards, the Montague Volunteer fire dept., donations to St. Ann Church, and the breakfast program at the Duncan J. Scholar. So many acts of kindness provided great comfort to us in our time of sorrow. Thank you to Bob Scott, Tim Willoughby, Earl Willoughby, Jim Maclachlan, Steve Bennett, and Kent Bennett. You are all great friends and your contribution to the service was a tremendous help. Thanks to Reverend Hoppins for the lovely service, to Amie and Jenna for the eulogy to make Gram proud, Brandon for his reading of the verses, the care and compassion that Lannin’s provided to us, and to Audrey and her team that helped at Rosedale Hall. The luncheon provided was wonderful. Everyone made this journey for our family a little easier. May we all hope she is shining down on us with her smile. Love and Hugs Nancy, Stan, Donna, Donnie, Amie, Martin, Jenna, Brandon, Elliot and Oliver
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Peacefully, in Perth Hospital after battling lymphoma, on Saturday, March 18th, 2017 surrounded by her family, Effie Buchanan at the age of 85 years. She was the loved wife for 68 years of Orville Buchanan. Effie was the cherished mother of Jim (Ann), Joan (Gary Tysick), Danny (Linda Lee) and the late Brian (Connie Kelford). She was the adored grandmother of Stephen, Karen, Jason (Sandra), Johnathan (Alicia), Chad (Crystal), Sari, Brittany (Dale) and great grandmother of Will, Hope, Jensen, Chloe, Olivia, Jacob, Karson, and Keegan. Effie was the loving sister of Betty (Machan) Closs, Keith (Peggy) Machan, Dave (Thelma) Machan, Jack (Elsie) Machan and predeceased by brothers Williard, Charlie and James Machan, sisters Ora (Machan) Paul, Marion (Machan) Churchill, Agnes (Machan) Stiller, brother in law Hilliard (Eva) Buchanan and sister in law Lois (Buchanan) Gamble. Along with raising a family, Effie worked for many years at the Lanark Kitten Mill, Canadian Tire, and with her husband Orville ran the Holiday Rent A car business. For years, Orville and Effie organized countless Miss Eastern Ontario Pageants making many lifelong friends. Effie enjoyed crafts of all kinds, many trips to Florida for winter vacations and cottage life. She will be missed by lifelong friends and her many neighbours at Haggart St. The family wishes to thank her family doctor, Alan Drummond, and her many care partners for their compassionate care when she was struggling physically. Friends were received at the Blair and Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St West, Perth on Tuesday, March 21st, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held on Wednesday at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Center. Spring interment will follow at a later date. In remembrance, contributions to Wheels of Hope, Cancer Society or The Lung Association 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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Gorman Terrance William (august 21, 1946march 14, 2017) On Tuesday March 14th, 2017 Terry passed away in his home with his family by his side. Terry was 70 years old. Loving husband of Cathy Gorman (nee Liddle) of 44 years. Proud father of Amanda, Theresa and Kevin of Almonte. Loving Papa to Alexis, Reid, Bridgette and Liam. Brother to Theresa Carroll (nee O’Brien). Predeceased by his parents John Gorman and Lila Gorman (nee Kavanagh and by first marriage of the late Alfred O’Brien), Sisters Nancy McBane, Mary Miller (nee O’Brien) and brothers Joe, Jack and Ray. Fondly remembered by his sisters and brothersin-law, nieces, nephews, his euchre friends and his neighbours ‘The Gore Street Goats’. Special thanks to the nurses Kelsey, Terralyn, Krista, Leslie and Marilyn. Terry spent much of his life in the service of others. Whether it was working alongside his friend and brother-in-law at the Almonte Ambulance or helping with the many organizations and committees he was a part of the (Children’s Aid Society, Highland Games, Almonte Senior Girls Softball, Deputy Reeve for Almonte Town Council and many more.) The most important things in Terry’s life were his family and friends; (immediate and extended). He enjoyed good company, conversation and a game of cards. Terry was natural born story teller and could hold a room waiting on every word until the end. Terry leaves behind a legacy of hard work, quick wit, great jokes and many more fond memories. Cheers to you Terry! Family and friends were invited to join us for Mass at Holy Name of Mary Parish at 5:00 p.m. on Friday March 17th 2017 directly followed by a traditional Irish celebration of Terry’s Life upstairs at the Almonte Legion Hall at 6:00 p.m. For those who wish to make a donation, please consider the Almonte Legion Branch 240. 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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Haire
Colonel David (ret’d)
David Haire passed away, surrounded by his sons, on Thursday March 16, 2017 at the Kingston General Hospital. David Haire was born in Toronto, Ontario on September 13, 1929 to David Haire and Anne Haire (Swan). David grew up in Whitby, Ontario before joining the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) in 1950. David served as a navigator during the Korean War with 426 Squadron and for many other squadrons across Canada and United States during his 35 year career with the RCAF including being the CO of 407 Squadron at CFB Comox, BC. Predeceased by his loving wife Elizabeth Lucy Haire (Thackeray) in 2010 after 58 years of marriage. Also predeceased by his sister Madeline Carducci of Toronto and his brother Jim Haire of Whitby, Ontario. He was a devoted father to his sons David Michael Haire of Ottawa and Steven Paul Haire of Perth, Ontario. Grandfather to Katherine Anne Haire and Elizabeth Sarah Haire to whom he doted on and loved very much. He was a very caring and unselfish man who always tried to put the well-being of his family and his fellow men and women first. The Haire family would like to thank the many doctors and nurses at both the Perth War Memorial Hospital and the Kingston General Hospital for their dedicated care of our father. A Memorial Service will be held in the Sacred Space at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa (613-741-9530), on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Family and friends are invited to visit with family from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow in the National Military Cemetery. In memory of Colonel David Haire the family requests that any donations please be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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James Curtis “Jamie”
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Shane, Sandra Violet Peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Saturday March 18, 2017 at the age of 64. Dear sister of Peter (Heather) and Art (Sharon). Dear aunt of Brandon, Danielle and Ashley. Predeceased by her parents Raymond and Frances Shane. At the family’s request, there will be no visitation or service at this time. Interment later in the spring at United Cemeteries. For those who wish, a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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Passed away on Friday March 10, 2017, in his 58th year at St. Mary’s of the Lake Hospital. Jamie Cooper, dear father of Curtis (Elisha Warren). Brother of Barbara White (Tom) and Faye Baker. Loving and adored partner of Debbie Bennett. Predeceased by his parents Willard (Wid) and Alma, sisters Dawn Ross and Linda Astles. Jamie will be sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. In keeping with Jamie’s wishes cremation has taken place. A graveside service and celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial Donations to the University Hospital Kingston Foundation, St. Mary’s of the Lake Hospital Site, 55 Rideau Street, #4, Kingston, Ontario K7K 2Z8 would be appreciated by the family. IN CARE OF SIMPLER TIMES CREMATION SERVICE 613-389-7223 / 613-382-3683 online condolences www.simplertimes.com
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McGLADE, HELEnE
Peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital with loved ones by her side on Saturday evening, March 18th, 2017. Helene McGlade of Arnprior passed away at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Jack McGlade (1980). Dearly loved mother of Kevin (Carol) of Kanata; Shane (Nancy) of Greeley; Cathy Quinn (Jack) of Arnprior and Rosemary Donohue (John) of Douglas. Cherished and proud “G-Ma” of Kyle (Jessica) McGlade, Erin McGlade, Colleen McGlade (Kevin Dorion), John McGlade, Olivia Quinn (David Hickey), Sarah Quinn, Eilish Quinn, Elizabeth Donohue, Caitlyn Donohue and Ryan Donohue. Dear sister of Ruth Litowski (late Tom) of Burlington. Predeceased by her parents: Liguouri Keegan and Anna O’Brien as well as her brother, John Keegan (Wendy of Smiths Falls). Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Wednesday morning from 9:30 until 10:15. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Braeside on Wednesday morning, March 22nd at 11 o’clock. Spring interment St. Columba’s Cemetery, Pembroke. In memory of Helene, please consider a donation to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (Braeside) Memorial Fund or the St. John Chrysostom Church (Arnprior) Memorial Fund. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
Oakes Madeline Neve Oakes
Madeline passed away at Lanark Lodge, Perth on Sunday, March 5th, 2017 at the age of 101 years. She was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Alice (Neve) Hodgson, her husband Herbert Spencer Oakes, and sisters Frances (Douglas) Seal and Alice (Nowers) Asbury. She will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, and her friends in the community. Family and friends are invited to gather to honour Madeline’s life at a service to be held in the Chapel of the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Wednesday May 10th, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be held privately in St. Andrew’s Protestant Cemetery, St. Andrew’s East, Quebec. In remembrance, contributions to St. James Anglican Church or Lanark Lodge Memorial Fund would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
Entered into rest at his residence on Friday March 17th, 2017. Borden Leeder age 76 years of RR1 Athens. Dear father of Laura Lee Davies (Greg), of RR1 Athens, Dawn McManus (Randy) of Delta, and Adrian O’Neill of North Augusta. Predeceased by a daughter Sherri Chwalek. Loving grandfather of Rachel (Cody Kelly), Sarah MacDonald, Alyssa, Tristan and Caleb McManus, Colin O’Neill (Gabrielle) and Dakota O’Neill. Special great-grandfather of Adrianna. Dear brother of Ted Leeder (Audrey) of Winnipeg, Everett Leeder (Lenora) of Frankville and Grant Leeder (Dorothy) of Kemptville. Predeceased by 4 sisters and 2 brothers, Evelyn Sheffield, Berneta and Velma Turner, Peggy Hall, Russell Leeder and David Leeder. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as his former wife Judy Leeder. Relatives and friends were received at the Judson Funeral Home, Athens, on Wednesday March 22nd, from 7-9 pm. Funeral Service will be held at Christ Church Athens, on Thursday March 23rd, at 11 am. Interment Glen Elbe Cemetery. In memoriams to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Athens & District Medical Centre will be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Visit a Book of Memories at: www.judsonfuneralhome.ca Rising Sun #85 G.R.C. held a Memorial Service in the Funeral Home on Wednesday evening March 22nd, at 6:30 p.m. All sister Lodges were welcomed. JUDSON FUNERAL HOME 613-924-2626
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Phyllis Archambault
Phyllis Gladys ( M c E l r o y ) Archambault of Perth, formerly Kars, passed away suddenly but peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2017, in her 93rd year. Born and raised in Westboro, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Gladys McElroy. Beloved wife of the late William D. (Bill) Archambault, she is survived by daughter Ann McGee (Charles), son David (Gerry), and daughter Kathy Briggs (Terry); by grandchildren Janet McVeigh (Philip Trubey), Bob McVeigh (Kim), Jennifer White (Jay), Daniel Archambault, Leah Archambault (Chad Paulson), and Derek Briggs; as well as by several great grandchildren. Dear sister of Marion DeRemer (Frank Nemeth) and the late Kenneth and the late Doug McElroy, and sister-in-law of Lolita Levesque and Margaret McElroy. Also survived by several nieces and nephews, and sadly missed by dear friends Colleen Wright, Helen and Bob McVeigh. Special thanks to the staff of the Dialysis Clinic at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, and the volunteer transportation service in Perth for all the care provided. Family and friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth, on Friday March 17th, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held Saturday at 10:30 A.M in St. James Anglican Church, 12 Harvey St., Perth, followed by interment at Elmwood Cemetery. In remembrance, donations to the Dialysis Clinic at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital will be gratefully acknowledged. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
Abraham, George It is with deepest sadness that we announce the sudden passing of George Carroll Abraham, who passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Loving husband of Patricia “Patti” (nee Sinn) for 39 years, and amazing father of Jordie Abraham (Megan Schellenberg) and Caitlin Abraham (Chris Mellan). Predeceased by parents, George and Florence, and parents-inlaw, Bill and Helen Sinn. Dear brother of Jeff Abraham (Leslie), Wayne Abraham (Karen), and Kathleen Ayoub (Joe). Close brother-inlaw to Kevin and Sandra McDonald, Robert and Barbara Kennedy, Maureen Sinn, and Phillip and Donna Sinn. Survived by several nieces and nephews. George will be remembered as a stubborn, strong, funny, generous, loving, stern, loyal, and honest man. He was an outdoorsman, a proud member of the Boss Hogg Hunting Camp, and spending time with his family and friends. George will be missed by so many. Visitation was held on Sunday, March 19, 2017 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at Alan R Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, n Carleton Place, ON. A Celebration of Life took place on Monday, March 20, 2017 at 11 am in the Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations are being asked to go towards the Carleton Place Hospital, the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. www.barkerfh.com
Larocque, Lynda Darlene nee Hartley Peacefully, at the Carleton Place Hospital on March 17, 2017 at the age of 61. Beloved daughter to Carol and Jim Hartley. Loving mother to Tina and James. Dear sister to Wendy, Rodney and Kim. Proud grandmother to Teegan, Connor, Liam and Brooklyn. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of life will be held at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Saturday May 6, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. For those who wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Community living North Grenville would be appreciated by the family. Mom, I promise to always hold your hand and when we’re apart I’ll hold your hand in my heart. www.barkerfh.com
Alma Pauline
Peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Wednesday March 8, 2017 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Schofield. Loving mother of Karen (Jim), Glenn (Sheila) and Ralph (Laurel). Cherished grandmother of Christopher (Jasmine), Robyn (Gregg), Dana (Chantel), Chet, Tristyn (Jason), Adam, Christina and Russell. Greatest Pride and Joy were her 8 great-grandchildren; William, Jett, Presley, Kaden, Carter, Brynlee, Connor and Darcy. Dear sister of Else, Helga and Waltraut. Predeceased by her parents Wilhelm and Freida Ronecker, and her siblings Luise, Ingeborg, Ursula and Willie. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family wish to thank the Robertson house where Alma resided for the last 5 years for all their love and care, as well as, the doctors, nurses and staff of the A5 Ward at the Ottawa Civic Hospital for all their compassion, support and care during this difficult time. Friends were invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, from 10:00am until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 11:00am. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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Gauthier, Lionel ‘Leo’ Longtime member of the Canadian Air Force Longtime member and a Past President of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 395, Lanark Peacefully at home in Carleton Place surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March 17, 2017. Loved son of the late Regina Janveaux. Dear father of Helen Campbell (Bob), Susan Chambers (Malcolm), Claude “Chum”, Roger (Charlena), Mike (Marilyn), Carol (Leo St. Amour) and Joanne Lowe (Mark). Loved by 18 grandchildren and cherished by many great-grandchildren. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Friday, March 24, 2017 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of service in the chapel at 11 a.m. There will be a Legion Service held at the funeral home Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. For those desiring, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Jamie Fullerton, Sara Cunningham R.N. and P.S.W.s Judy D., Judy E. and Jan. www.barkerfh.com
Herb N. Brunton, age 90, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, March 15th, 2017. Herb leaves his loving wife of 61 years Velma Jean (Lewis) and children Marilyn (Don Walsh), Valerie (Tom Paszkowski) and Wayne (Stacey Price). Adored by his seven grandchildren: Lisa, Dawn (Nick), Megan (Brandon), Suzanne, Ian (Brittany), Gillian, and Caitlyn (Colin). Herb’s gentle nature and kindness lives within all those who knew him. He is survived by his brother Lloyd (Joyce), predeceased by his brother Arnold and sister Jean. Herb will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The family received visitors at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday March 17th, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. A celebration of Herb’s life was held in the Chapel on Saturday at 2:00 P.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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Lowry, Robert Samuel R.S. “Bert” Proud father, grandfather, great grandfather and life-long farmer from the 9th line of Ramsay, Bert Lowry passed away March 20, 2017, just three weeks shy of his 90th birthday. Son of the late Hollie Lowry and the late Edna Gardner. Dearly loved husband of the late Dorothy Penman (2013). Loved and respected father of Allan (Donna), Mary Giles (Ray) and Keith (Susan). Quick witted grandpa of Christa, Julie, Brad (Lindsay) and Leanna Lowry, Angie Giles and Todd Giles (Candy), Michelle Brown (Nick), Coady (Mallory), Kyle and Hayley Lowry. Great grandpa of Colby Brown, Clayton Giles and Maxwell Lowry. Dear brother of Bill (Pam), Jim (Sandy) and David (Lois). Treasured uncle, cousin and friend to his extended family and friends. Very special friend to Ed Lowry. Predeceased by his son Earl (1976) and brothers Gordon (Blanche) and Donald (Mae-Surviving) and brother-in-law- Jack Penman (Mary-Surviving) and sisters-in-law Ruth Leslie (Bill) and Elsie Richmond (Adrian-Surviving). The 9th line neighbours held a very special place in Bert’s heart. He was committed to his church and community and very dedicated to the Lanark County Plowman’s Association. Friends may visit the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Saturday March 25, 2017 1-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service will be held at the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on Sunday March 26, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. For those who wish to make a donation in his memory, please consider the Almonte Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation, the Auld Kirk Cemetery or St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Carleton Place. www.barkerfh.com
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Ledson Malcolm (Mac) Ledson
Owner of M. Ledson Bus Lines & Heritage Travel Mac passed away peacefully following a short illness in Ottawa hospital, Thursday, March 16, 2017 at the age of 74 years. He leaves behind his devoted wife Patricia, his son Ken Graham (Susan Lewis), daughter Kim Graham (Rob Geroux) and step son Craig Clarke; four grandchildren Kristin (John) Campbell, Cole Graham, Kent and Kaleb Geroux, and cherished greatgrandson Kelby. Mac was the beloved brother of George (Bonnie) Ledson and was predeceased by his sisters Doreen Bracken and Margot Brown. Mac will be sadly missed by his brother-in-law Robert Brown and by nieces and nephews. He will be missed by many friends near and far he met on his travels. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Sunday March 19th, 2017 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday at 10 A.M. Interment will be held in the Spring at Rideau Ferry Cemetery. In remembrance of Mac donations to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation or Spinal Cord Injury Canada would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
Quinn, Ivan Mervin
(Mechanic Ottawa Hydro-retired) Peacefully in hospital, Winchester, Ontario with family by his side on Thursday, March 16, 2017, at the age of 80 years. Cherished husband for 60 years of Eleanor (nee McNeil). Dear father of Dean (Colleen), Beverly (Stephen) and Randy (Louise). Predeceased by son-in-law Brent Watt. Loving Grandpa of Jenny-May (Jason), Colin, Courtney (Matt), Graham (Chelsey) and Hal. Great-grandfather of Hayden, Declan and Quinn. Predeceased by sisters Ruth (Emerson-surviving), June (late Manford) and brother Theodore (late Erma). Survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends were invited to a Celebration of Ivan’s Life at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 372, 24 Legion Lane, Russell, Ontario on Sunday, March 19, 2017 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital would be appreciated. www.barkerfh.com
McKenzie, Janetta isabel (Hamilton) Passed away peacefully in her sleep, on March 14, 2017 at Almonte Country Haven, reaching her 94th year just last week. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” McKenzie and dearly loved mother of Nancy (the late Raymond) Dupuis of Almonte, Robbie (Jane) of Kanata, Donald (Cindy) Kenneth, Ron (Wendy) all of Ottawa, and Janet (Jim) Smith of Constance Bay. Proud Grandma of 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a granddaughter; Heather McKenzie and her siblings, Ivan and Frank Hamilton, Hazel Stewart, all of Almonte, ON area, Beatrice Kilsby, Quesnel, BC, Alex and Albert Hamilton, both of Hamilton, ON. Friends were received at the c. R. GAMBLe FUneRAL HOMe & cHAPeL inc. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 for visiting on Friday, March 17, 2017 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm and where Service was held in the Chapel on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 11am. Reception followed at Almonte United Church Hall. Spring interment Auld Kirk Cemetery, Almonte. Memorial donations in memory of Janetta may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation and would be greatly appreciated by her family. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
COMERFORD Dianne Joan “Daisy” With the love of her family and all of them with her at the Almonte General Hospital on Saturday, March 18, 2017. Dianne “Daisy” Clement of Almonte. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Ross Comerford. Cherished mother of Jennifer Willows (Rod) and Mitch (Marie LeClaire). Loved sister of Marilyn Elliott (late Merrill) and Gerald. Devoted Gram to Derrick, Keriann, Kaitland, Paige & Cole. Great Gram to Emmitt & Jaylin. Especially loved by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 on Thursday, March 23 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. And where Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, March 24 at 11 AM. Reception to follow at the Almonte Civitan Hall. For those who may choose to remember Daisy with a memorial donation, please consider the Rosamond Wing of the Almonte General Hospital. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Muriel Alice
1924-2017 Peacefully at the home of her daughter in Port Elmsley, surrounded by her family on Wednesday March 15, 2017 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Chester Kiell. Dear mother of Cooki Farnsworth (Allan), Donna Cooney (Rob), Janice Teeple (Bob). Predeceased by daughter Margaret Young (Late Roddy) and son Bill. Sadly missed by her grandchildren & great grandchildren. Survived by sister Myrtle Robinson and many nieces and nephews. Oldest daughter of Wilmer and Alice Kenney. Predeceased by siblings Jim, Wilfred, Glenn and sister Doreen. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham on Thursday March 23, 2017. Friends will be received from 12 noon to 1pm. Funeral service will be held in the Funeral Home at 1 pm. Interment of ashes will be at Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Wolfe Island on Friday March 24, 2017 at 1 pm. Donations to St Elizabeth’s Foundation would be appreciated by the family. online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com
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Irma Bernice (nee Miller)
Born and raised on Tayside Farms, Glen Tay, Ontario. Left us peacefully in Scarborough on March 14, 2017 in her 96th year. Mom was predeceased by our Dad Harold in 1992. Her passing will leave a void in the lives of her daughters, Janet (Craig Austen) and Sandy (Gerald Kirkpatrick). Gramma was greatly loved by her grandchildren, Sarah (Dave), Ryan (Dayna), Cassandra (Kyle), Evan (Rebecca) and Rebecca. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held on Thursday March 23rd, 1:30 p.m. at the Scarborough Retirement Residence. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke or Christ Church Scarborough Village would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements under the direction of: Giffen-Mack Funeral Home & Cremation Centre. giffenmackscarborough.com.
Marice S.
Peacefully at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (Smiths Falls Site) on Wednesday March 15, 2017. Marice Galway of Perth in her 92nd year. Widow of Howard McWilliam. Dear mother of Robert (Bonnie) Manlow of Picton, Linda (Allan) Dunlop of Picton, Lisa McWilliam of Lyndhurst. Predeceased by brother, Manford Galway. Fondly remembered by her friend Sharon Zufelt as well as six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren, also a niece and two nephews. A Graveside Service was held at St. John’s Cemetery, Leeds on Saturday afternoon at 2:30. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Kidney Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the Scotland Funeral Home- 27 Main Street, Elgin - K0G 1E0 - 613-359-5555 or at www.scotlandfuneralhome.com
THOMPSON Patricia Elizabeth
Our dear mom passed away at Moira Place, Tweed on Friday, March 17, 2017 in her 82nd year. She was predeceased by the love of her life Ray Thompson. She is survived by her daughters Susan (Frank), Sandra, son Ray Jr. (Jill). Cherished grandmother of Christine, Rebecca, Christopher, Sarah, Samantha, Summer and Charlotte. Great grandmother of Tristan. Also sadly missed by her sister Cecilia as well as many nieces and nephews. A service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, we request donations be made in her name to LAWS or a charity of your choice.
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Preston
Mary Aileen (McGinnis) Day
September 11, 1923 March 16, 2017
Our wonderful mother and grandmother has gone to join her beloved husband of 65 years, Ted who predeceased her in 2012 and her son Donald who predeceased her in 1997. She will be sadly missed by her daughters Shirley (Ron) Harvey, Dora Day (Mike Welch) and son Rick (Jill) Day. Grandchildren Shane, Julie, Darcy (Hannah), Tim, Christopher, Katie (Zach) and her brother Gib McGinnis (Inez) and brother-in-law Jack (Ethel) Day. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Tuesday, March 21st 2017, from 10:00 to 10:30 A.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel at 11:00 A.M., followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. Interment will be held in the spring in Laidley Cemetery, Maberly. In memory of Mary, donations made to the Perth Enrichment Program of Salvation Army will be appreciated.
robert Linden Zachary
Suddenly while on vacation in the Dominican Republic on Friday, March 3, 2017 in his 34th year. Cherished life partner and companion of Melanie Beacock. Loving father of Alexis, Brooklyn and Tyson step-father of Stefanie and Liz. Treasured son of Rick Preston (Lorna) and Denise Gibson. Dear brother of Amy (Mike Clements) and Ken Parsons. He was the first born grandson of Robert “Andy” and Shirleen Preston. Sadly missed by the mother of his children Amanda, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are invited to the visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, March 24, 2017 from 10:00am until 2:00pm. A celebration of Robert’s life will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 95 Smiths Falls commencing at 3:30pm. As expressions of sympathy, a trust fund has been set up for the Children and donations would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences are available at www.lannin.ca.
Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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Holbrook
Gary Frederick
Gary Frederick Grant passed away at the Hospice at May Court on March 16, 2017. Gary was 71. He is survived by his children, Simon, Stephanie, and MacKenzie and his wife, Diane Grant. He was also a father to Alysa. He was predeceased by his son, Josiah, his wife, Lynn Barbara Grant (nee Currie) and his parents, Fred Grant and Margaret Grant (nee Gilpin). A service will be held at Free Methodist Church, 573 County Rd 29, Smiths Falls on Friday March 24 at 1:00pm. This will be followed by a Celebration of Gary’s Life at his home at 25 Daniel St., Smiths Falls. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the Hospice at May Court (Ottawa) and Tayside Community Options. Special thanks to Dr. Doug Bishop who supported Gary during his fight with cancer.
Terrance Thomas
Suddenly at home while enjoying his retirement on Sunday March 12th, 2017. Terry Holbrook, of Ompah, Ontario, formerly of Stoney Creek, Burlington and Etobicoke, at the age of 65. Beloved son of Joy Holbrook of Picton and the late Clive and brother of Wayne and his wife Patricia of Ridge Road and Alan and his wife Julie of Waterdown. Terry was with Stelco for over thirty years, he enjoyed the outdoors and spending time on his property with friends. A gathering to celebrate Terry’s life will be held in the summer. Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton whattamfuneralhome.com
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Gloria Grace
1932 - 2017 In loving memory of Gloria Grace Hosein who, after a prolonged illness, passed away on Saturday March 18th 2017 at The Kingston General Hospital. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Patrick Hosein and children Carol (Paul), Stephen , Charlene (Jason), Natasha and Jason (Ormilla). As well as her grand children Nicholas, Quinn and Augustus. Funeral service will be held on Monday March 27th 2017 at Trinity United Church, 41 Market Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario. Visitation with family members is at 1:15 pm, service at 2:00 pm and reception follows. Memorial donations may be made to either Trinity United Church or The KGH Renal Unit through the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (UHKF) 1-866-549-5452, http://uhkf.ca/
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MUNRO, James – March 29, 2014 Husband, Dad and Poppa In our hearts forever That’s where you’ll stay Gone but not forgotten Missed in every way A thousand words won’t bring you back, I know because I’ve tried, Neither will a thousand tears I know because I’ve cried. Loved aways, Sue, Sheryl and Lindsay
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David Michael Cameron, Dec 24, 1946 - Mar 24, 2014 – A thousand times we needed you A thousand times we cried If love alone could have saved you you never would have died A heart of gold stopped beating two twinkling eyes closed to rest God broke our hearts to prove He only took the best Never a day goes by that you’re not in our heart and our soul Loved and missed by Kevin, Traci, Darius and Taylor
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MacPHERSON, Donald – In loving memory of a Father / Grandfather who passed away March 20, 2012. Those we love don’t go away Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. Always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts Alan and Suzanne Marion and Family
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BOURNE, Reginald (Reg) – In loving memory of a Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather who passed away on March 25, 2007. We think about you always We think about you still You have never been forgotten Dad And you never will. We hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain To walk and guide us through our lives Until we meet again. Forever in our hearts Georgia, Reg, Ann, Carlie, Andy, David, Debbie, Freddie, Linda, George, Tamara, Joan, Glen, Bruce, Linda, Tim, Lynda and Mark.
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JACKSON, Wayne (Stoney) - In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who was taken from us March 20, 1993. We see you in the morning sun And in the sparkling snow We hear your laughter in the rain And everywhere we go. And when the pain of losing you Comes back and makes us sad We just thank the Lord for giving us The wonderful years we had. Your weary hours and days of pain Your troubled nights are passed And in our aching hearts we know You have found sweet rest at last. Forever loved and Sadly missed Wife Eva and Your Loving Family
McDOUGALL, Fern In memory of a loving mother and grandmother, who passed away March 27, 2016. Time slips by but memories stay Quietly remembered every day Deep in our hearts your memory is kept To love and cherish and never forget. Lovingly remembered by Pat and Family
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
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McNEELY In loving memory of Barbara. You will always be a special friend and sister-in-law Love you forever You are missed Lynda xoxo
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Government Inspected WEIR, Lyle - In Loving Memory of Lyle Weir Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day unseen, unheard but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. Lena and Marlene
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4Sale - Dry hardwood, stored inside. Delivery & pickup options. Call Cedar pickets, rails, post 613-257-5095 for details. & mill logs for sale,. Call or text 613-913-7958. 5 Generations of firewood Hospital size, electric bed. sales, all hardwood, cut and split. Stored inside. 613-267-2486 613-253-8006. Seniors DownsizingPortable Singer sewing machine, older model with Adding warmth to your life attachments; entertain- for over 25 years. Cut, FOR SALE ment centre; 3 seat sofa, split or log lengths. Delivoff white; 4 drawer retro ered or picked up. Phone 2 electric, folding, single dresser with new mirror; 2 Greg Knops cell: beds. Clean, like new. Technics speakers; and 613-340-1045 613-283-2670. 613-658-3358 after 7pm misc. 613-264-8372. # !
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Colin James Riley, late of Tay Valley Township in the County of Lanark, who died on the 1Oth day of February, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustees on or before the 22nd day of April, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Perth this 14th day of March, 2017. George Hodgins, Lisabeth Grace Skentelbery Geroux and Paul Joseph Ernest Lavigne, Estate Trustees, by their Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H IR8, . Attn: S. Craig Halpenny. 613-267-2800
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Pamela Patricia Helen Cordick, late of the Township of Lanark Highlands in the County of Lanark, who died on the 29th day of December, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 22nd day of April, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Perth this 14th day of March, 2017. Richard Cordick, Estate Trustee, by his Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H IR8 Attn: S. Craig Halpenny 613-267-2800
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RATHWELL – In Loving Memory of Ruby Wilena (Plant) Rathwell who passed away 19 years ago on March 19, 1998. They say memories are golden, well maybe that is true. We never wanted memories, we only wanted her. So many times we needed her, so many times we’ve cried. If our love could have saved her, she never would have died. In life we loved her dearly, in death we love her still. In our hearts she holds a place no one can ever fill. Always remembered by her children and grandchildren
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HALDORSEN, Constance Allura March 24, 1947 – March 23, 2016 It was a year ago that the Lord took you up Your family and friends have held you in their hearts and minds the last year. There will always be a place in our hearts as we travel our new paths. Love Jim
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FERRIER In Loving Memory of Arthur Ferrier August 1, 1925 – March 24, 2016 Beautiful memories silently kept Of one that we loved and will never forget. Always in our hearts Your loving wife Joan, Judy, Randy and Matthew
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Gordon H. “Bud� Emery April 19, 1922-March 25, 2013 Thanks for the wonderful memories you left me. We sure made the most of our 38 years together. Love, Marilyn
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Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to family members, friends and neighbors, for all acts of kindness and sympathy: food, flowers, donations to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation, cards, visits and kind words spoken to our family regarding the recent passing of a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Eileen Boothby. We want to express special appreciation to Rev. Brian Kauk for his visits to the Hospital and his kind words during the funeral. Also to Barker Funeral Home for their professional arrangements and caring service, to Dr. Laskey for exceptional care and many home visits. To the PSW’s from Bayshore Home Health, who came to the house and built a special relationship with Eileen. To all nurses, Dr’s and staff in the emergency department and second floor at Carleton Place Hospital. To the Legion and Woman’s Auxiliary for their wonderful food and hospitality. We realize how truly blessed we are to have such wonderful people in our lives during this difficult time. Your expressions of sympathy will never be forgotten. Dan, Dale, Cindy and Families
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LOST INDOOR ONLY CAT. Missing since November 12/13. Lost from 1012 Perth Rd Smiths Falls/Beckwith area. It is believed that he is safe inside someone’s home. But he may have ran much farther from home then expected. I am still trying to find Neako and he is extremely missed. Neako is 13 years old, black and white coloring, with green eyes. I miss my boy and I’m pleading with my community and surrounding areas to help me find him. Please call Krista 613299-4885.
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Professional Truck Drivers – Spring Haul Drive for Excellence - Join Our Team! Haul Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3) or dry bulk products in hoppers throughout Western Canada during the spring season commencing end of April through beginning of June. Class AZ driver’s license with recent experience required. Westcan offers: • very competitive km rates with additional earning opportunities • Bonus upon completion of contract and an NH3 specific wage guarantee of $1,400.00 per week (over the duration of the contract) • airfare provided by Westcan Interested applicants apply online at www.westcanbulk.ca under the Join Our Team link.
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Newboro, Border wanted, 2nd floor furnished bedroom and living room with keyed lock, also partial kitchenette. Access to full kitchen. $450/month. 613-272-8989.
Carleton Place, 1 private & 1 semi private rooms, walk out basement floor, for elderly or mentally challenged person. For more information call Lisa 613-253-0853.
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Everything in shed must go. Newfield tractor, Ford half-ton, skill & power saws, battery chargers, desk, assorted tools. Including 5 truck loads of dry firewood. 613-359-5275.
TOM’S CUSTOM AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs.
Carleton Place, Seniors 50’s Plus Building. No smoking, no pets. First & last months rent $750.00 & up. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Call 613-863-6487 or 613-720-9860
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Carleton Place- Two Bedroom(2) $840 & $860, water included, good parking, laundry onsite and resident superintendent. Call John 613-229-0737
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Almonte, Large 2 bedroom. Free parking, security, 149 Church Street, $950/month plus utilities, available May 1. 613-769-6697. Available, 2 bedroom large appt, ceramic tiles, fridge, stove, parking, heat included. $675 plus hydro, 5 minutes west of Perth. First/last, references. 613-868-5323. Balderson, 1 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment, furnished or unfurnished, heat & hydro included, non smoking, Available immediately. $900/mnth. Gerry 613-278-0088.
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WORK WANTED A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush. 613-899-7269. 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.
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Forklift Operator/DZ Driver Job requirements; preparing orders for delivery, assisting customers in yard with loading materials. Deliveries with triaxle truck and truck mounted forklift. Ontario Drivers abstract and Forklift Certificate required. Please submit resume by fax: (613) 258-4864 or email hoffman@magma.ca
Lanark County is seeking a high energy, dynamic, professional to fill the following regular full-time opportunity in our Human Resources Department starting April 2017.
REGULAR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE SERVICES GENERALIST (POSTING #CS2017-001)
MANDATE: Provide confidential human resources support in a unionized long term care environment, working under the general direction of the Employee Services Specialist, Manager of Corporate Services and Director of Long Term Care. Experience and knowledge in disability claims management (occupational and non-occupational), relevant employment legislation, health and safety standards, long term care standards, collective agreement provisions, union and non-union labour relations, case law and total compensation. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, human resources information systems and possess the ability to adapt quickly to applicable software (i.e. scheduling software). The full-time location for this position is at the County’s long term care home Lanark Lodge.
For further details including qualifications and application deadline, visit our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca
DRIVERS REQUIRED DICA Electronics, a Contract Electronics Manufacturer in Carleton Place, is hiring production staff. We offer fulltime employment with health benefits. Training will be provided to the right individual. The Ideal Candidate: •Is flexible and willing to learn new tasks •Is mechanically inclined & has excellent attention to detail •Can work with their hands & lift up to 50lb •Has reliable transportation to get to and from work •Is computer literate •Has minimum High School Diploma Please visit www.dica.ca for a full listing of jobs, including description. Resumes should be e-mailed to careers@dica.ca. cls742969_0323
Applicant must have a valid AZ/DZ license. Drivers responsible for delivery of company product to customers in Eastern Ontario, good customer and communication skills required. Apply in person with resumé and abstract. Ask for Ruth Hallady Established 1922
J. Quattrocchi & CO., LTD. Quality Food Distributors 63 Church St., P.O. Box 236 Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1
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Smiths Falls. Ground floor, 1 bedroom, quiet Alcoholics Anonymous bldg. Newly decorated. 613-284-2696. Non-smoker preferred. $700/month plus hydro. 613-285-7363 after 5 p.m. Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? There is help available for Smiths Falls. Large you in AL-ANON/Alateen. 613-284-6100, ground floor, 2 bedroom Call 272-3105, apartment in older home. 257-3138, 826-2566, Close to downtown. Back 203-3713, yard, deck, parking and 283-5038. storage. Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, heat, hydro and water. Available Overeaters Anonymous April 1st. $1,200/month. 613-264-5158 613-283-5946.
Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. Chambers St., Smiths Contact Bob Perkins at Falls, 2 bedroom, 2nd 613-342-6030. floor, quiet building. Mature tenant preferred. No $750/month plus hy- South Mountain, spacious FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX pets. 2 bedroom, upstairs, dro. 613-285-7363. apartment, $800/month The Only Way, Personal utilities extra. No pets, no and Small Business Tax Colonel By Luxury adult smoking. First/last. April 1. Preparation. Certified and apartments. Close to 6 1 3 - 8 0 0 - 1 5 4 2 Professional, prompt and County Fair Mall in 613-223-1648 efficient service. Patricia Smiths Falls. Air condiHendry 613-200-0559 tioning, exercise room, (home). Answering service party room, library and Spencerville, 1 bedroom elevator. 613-283-9650. apartment available April available. 1st. Fridge, stove included. Downtown Smiths Falls, Tenant pays hydro/heat, COMMERCIAL RENT One Bedroom apartment, $550. per month. Private security building with ele- outdoor entrance to apartFridge, stove, heat, ment. Parking available. HALL RENTAL vator. to view, hydro, water & parking in- Contact Available immedi- 613-341-1195. HANLEY HALL cluded. ately. 613-284-1736. Corner of McGill & William Sts. Minutes from the town Spencerville, large 3 bedSmiths Falls of Sharbot Lake, execu- room apartment available Air conditioned tive home on beautiful April 1st. Kitchen, diningO’Reilly Lake. room, and livingroom 613-283-0220 clear Three bedrooms, 2 bath- downstairs; 3 bedrooms rooms, open concept, and full bath upstairs. large sunroom. Electric Parking available. Small forced air heat pump yard. $700. per month, FOR RENT system and air tight tenant pays hydro/hear. to view wood fireplace insert. Contact 1 & 2 bedroom apart- $1350 plus utilities. 613-341-1195. ment, 41 Sunset Towers, 613-264-0002 for more Perth, Available immedi- info. ately. Contact Bud 613-267-0567 1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, full-time working quiet person, all inclusive, $120/wk. 613-812-2400.
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Broadview Nursing Centre is a 75 Bed Long Term Care Facility located in Smiths Falls Ontario that is looking for 2 part-time (around 24+ hours per week) PSW’s. Additional call-in shifts are also available. Candidates need to be motivated with excellent organizational, leadership and problem solving skills. Experience in geriatrics is preferred however not essential. Candidates must have their PSW and vulnerable sector check complete within the last 6 months. Please email or fax resume and cover letter to: Laurie.MacRae@Broadviewnc.ca Fax: 613-283-7073 CLS715813_1020
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY JUNIOR PLANNER/ PLANNING COORDINATOR $56,120.63 - $68,986.57 The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is an urban and rural municipality with a population of 12,385 located in the County of Lanark. The Junior Planner/Planning Coordinator reports to the Municipal Planner and is responsible for the following: DUTIES • Assists in coordinating and processing of development applications under the Planning Act including the preparation of reports and recommendations; • Assists in the preparation of planning information related to land use planning matters and pertinent legislation to Committee, Council, staff and the general public; • Represent the Municipality in the provision of professional planning services to members of the public; • Assists in the preparation of comprehensive studies and research projects to address immediate and long term planning related issues; • Coordinates the input from developers, consultants and other departments, etc. on planning/development proposals and policy amendments; • Assists in the preparation and administering of planning development agreements; • Perform other such duties as directed. QUALIFICATIONS • University Degree in a planning related field; • Minimum of one (1) year prior planning experience in a position of similar responsibility; • Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners / Ontario Professional Planners Institute or be willing to obtain; • Must have a sound working knowledge of computers. Experience with GIS would be an asset; • Excellent verbal and written communications; • Analytical skills, initiative and ability to work under pressure. For a detailed job description for the position, please check out our website at mississippimills.ca Interested candidates are invited to submit in confidence, a resume outlining their qualifications to the undersigned no later than 12 o’clock noon on Friday, April 7, 2017. We would like to thank all who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Diane Smithson, CAO Municipality of Mississippi Mills Phone: (613) 256-2064 ext. 225 Fax: (613) 256-4887 E-mail: dsmithson@mississippimills.ca If you require this document or any additional documents in an alternative format, please contact our office at 613 2562064. Should you require any special accommodations in order to apply or interview for a position with the Municipality of Mississippi Mills we will endeavour to make such accommodations. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.
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Bell’s Machining Welding and Hydraulics requires a Production Machinist/ CNC Operator
Experience with Accurate Control System and 3-axis programming an asset. Wages negotiable based on experience. Benefit package available. Drop off resume in person to 2044 Rogers Road, Perth, ON or fax to 613-267-6101 or email bellsmachining@bellnet.ca
SENIOR ESTIMATOR/ PROJECT MANAGER Sullivan Restoration Division provides emergency and reconstruction services to homes, businesses, industrial and institutional properties that have been damaged by fire, water, sewage, mould, vehicle impacts, roofing problems, etc. We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator/Project Manager to join our team that has previously worked in the insurance industry. Xactimate experience is required. This position is full time and you will be required to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour on-call basis on a rotational schedule. Salary based on experience and knowledge. Please submit your resume to careers@sullivan.ca by March 31, 2017. No phone calls or personal visits please. We thank all applicants for showing an interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Carpenter/roofer/leadhand full time work, must have DL, able to work without supervision 613-264-8143.
Handyman Service looking for full time labourers to do Grant’s “Best Value” Lawn handyman work, landscapCare. Book now for lawn ing, cutting grass, yard mowing and garden clean- cleanup. 613-267-5460. up services. Call 613-258-5284. Immediate openings for Seamless Eavestrough, two AZ drivers. Steady renovations, deck restora- miles running Ontariotion, roadside mowing, Florida. Top industry pay. grading, painting, roofing, Teams welcome. Call line painting, cottage jack- 613-802-2177. ing, fencing, dump runs. 613-257-8143 or Kemptville Interiors is seeking a full-time Furniture/Ap613-264-8143. pliance Sales Associate. Semi-retired, all home Please visit http://kemptville renovations, interior & ex- rona.ca/contact/employmentterior, years of experience. opportunities/ for more details! Interested applicants Call Brent 613-283-6088. should submit a resume & cover letter to: info@kbchome.ca HELP WANTED Arnprior company looking for energetic, reliable individual with transportation for assembly work. $15.00/hr. Steady days with health and dental benefits. Send resume to employment346@ gmail.com AZ Driver required, Local south Ottawa trucking company in business for 25 yrs is in need of drivers for tractor trailers and triaxle dump trucks. Full time, year round local work, home every evening. Opportunity to learn machinery operation and float driving if interested. Competitive hourly wage based on experience and knowledge. Send resume and abstract to termor@hotmail.com or call 613-913-2154
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Lanark County Support Services has multiple positions available in Almonte, Carleton Place, Perth and Smiths Falls in the role of Instructor and Support Worker in parttime regular hours, parttime direct client funded contract hours and parttime (30+ hrs.) maternity leave contract hours. Requirements: Developmental Service Worker Diploma or Behavioural Science Technician Diploma and a valid driver’s license, insurance, vehicle, cell phone and ability to work anywhere in Lanark County. Please submit resume by March 31/17 to lwalker_lcss@ripnet.com or to LCSS 55 George St. N., Smiths Falls, ON
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at 613-283-5555.
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Auction SAle 4 trActorS, FArm mAchinery, ASSorted horSe equipment, toolS And miScellAneouS ArticleS 9063 Campbell Rd, Spencerville, ON from Heckston travel south on Hwy 22 to Hyndman Rd, turn west and travel to Campbell Rd and turn South or travel 4 miles North of Spencerville or 9 miles South of Kemptville on County Rd 44 to Hyndman Rd and then East to Campbell Rd. Watch for Auction Signs.
Saturday, April 1 at 10:00 am
Having sold our farm we offer the following: Case IH 5120 4x4 diesel tractor, full load cab w/ Case IH 520 loader, 18.4 x 34 rears, 13.6 x 24 new fronts, 7697 hrs; duals; John Deere 3203 compact diesel 4WD w/ loader, 960 hrs-like new; IH 806 Farmall diesel, wide front, runs well; a nice line of farm machinery. See www.jamesauction.com for more detailed listing. Terms- Cash or Cheque with Proper ID
Props: Terry and Mary Spratt James Auction Service Ltd. Stewart James Jr. Erin James-Merkley 613-222-2815 613-277-7128 Refreshments available. Owner and Auctioneers not responsible for loss or accidents.
Stewart James 613-445-3269
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TENDER FOR 2017 PAVEMENT MARKING PROGRAM
CONTRACT # 17- PW - 005
Alex Ferguson Law Office Carleton Place is looking for a
Full Time Legal Clerk Salary based on experience Must be proficient/experienced with: 1. Working in an Office environment 2. PC LAW 3. Microsoft Office/Outlook 4. Answering Phones 5. Scheduling with Clients, Courts, other Lawyers 6. Drafting pleadings/correspondences
Sealed Tenders will be received in envelopes clearly marked as to contents by the Town Clerk at her office in the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario, until 11:00 am local time on 13th day of April 2017 for the “2017 Pavement Marking Program – Contract # 17-PW-005”.
All interested candidates forward resume to alex@alexfergusonlaw.com
Tenders will be opened in Public at 11:05 am local time on April 13th, 2017, in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario.
If you wish to obtain tender documents, please contact Nadine Bennett (nbennett@smithsfalls.ca) or Kerry Costello (kcostello@smithsfalls.ca).
AMENDMENTS TO BIDS SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR ACCEPTED
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REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS Unreserved Real Estate & Chattel Auction of The Burritts Rapids General Store Saturday March 25, 2017 7 Grenville Street, Burritts Rapids Public Preview starts 10 AM Chattel Auction starts at 11 AM The Real Estate will sell at 12 PM NO BUYERS PREMIUM ! The Real Estate: Mixed Use Zoning - Commercial & Residential. Original Stone General Store built in 1846 by Alfred Tate, with attached barge board house, built by Hugh Conn, 1st Reeve of Marlborough Township. 3600 sq.ft., 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home with small apartment and retail/studio storefront. Spacious, bright and well maintained. Ready to move in condition. Home situated on 66’x66’ Corner lot. Municipality of North Grenville. Final 2016 Taxes: $2499.02 Photos of Real Estate & Chattels to be sold in this auction on our website. Questions or want to book your free no obligation Auction appointment to see how we can get you action by Auction? Call or text Dan 613-285-4224. Private viewing available after the open house date. --------------------------------------------Open House for Real Estate Auction 383 Anglican Church Road, Tay Valley *Friday, April 7 - 4 pm to 7 pm **Saturday, April 8 - 1 to 4 pm ***Sunday, April 9 - 1 to 4 pm --------------------------------------------Saturday, May 6, 2017 - Real Estate Auction @ 383 Anglican Church Road, Tay Valley, Ontario @ 1 PM - NO BUYERS PREMIUM 6 year old 3 Bedroom home with walk in closets all rooms. Spacious Kitchen & Living room. 1 Acre Lot. Propane Fireplace in living room. Home heated by high efficient FA propane furnace. 8 ft basement height with walk out. Main level laundry. Drilled well. Full septic. Final 2017 taxes $2224.9.
DAN PETERS AUCTION email: info@danpetersauction.com Website: www.danpetersauyction.com
Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer
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@www.handsauction.com Bidding Opens Friday, March 24 @ 9 a.m. Closing Friday, March 31 @ 12 noon Bid on Dining room furniture, fine china, Johnson Bros “Friendly Village” pattern, crystal, oil lamps, jewellery, linens, household items and more. Pick up of your purchases is Saturday, April 1st from 9 - 12 NOON at our facility located at 5501 County Rd 15, R R # 2, Brockville. Make an appointment to preview by calling 613-926-2919
Questions regarding specifications may be directed to Vanessa Bernicky at vbernicky@smithsfalls.ca (tel: 613-283-4124 ext. 1147) or W. Troy Dunlop, Director of Public Works and Utilities at trdunlop@smithsfalls.ca (tel. 613-283-4124 ext. 3305).
The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted.
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Home Office (613) 284-8281 Dan Peters Cell: (613) 285-4224
Heart of the Rideau Canal
Specifications and Form of Tender may be obtained from the Clerk’s office.
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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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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AUCTIONS HORSE,TACK & EQUIP. Consignment Auction sale, SATURDAY, April 15th. Galetta Livestock 3340 Galetta Road. 1/2 hr.West of Kanata, 10 mins. E. Arnprior. Tack 10 a.m, Equip.noon Horses sell 2 p.m. CALL ERNIE TO C O N S I G N 613 622-1295. Everyone welcome.
Volunteers and household donations needed for Little Paws Gift & Thrift Store, Carleton Place. Supporting local animals. 613-256-1653. Can pick up.
Giant Downsizing Sale. St. James Anglican Church Hall, 225 Edmund Street, Carleton Place. Friday, March 24, 1-7 p.m., Saturday, March 25, 9-5 p.m. Large quantity of craft supplies, quilting supplies, fabric and magazines, yarn, ladies clothing.
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HELP WANTED SMALL MACHINE SHOP in Arnprior area looking for CNC operator with knowledge and experience in vertical/horizontal machining centers. Duties include some setup of machining and turning centers, running first offs and inspecting parts. Steady days with health and dental benefits. Wage dependent on experience. Send resume to employment346@ gmail.com
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SUN., APRIL 2, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR THE ESTATE OF MR. JOHN CONNELL OF CARDINAL TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE This sale features a 2013 Ford Escape always dealer maintained, 1.6 litre Eco Boost engine, 6-speed select shift automatic, Ruby red in colour, fog lamps, power mirrors, privacy glass, spoiler, am/ fm cd, outside temperature & compass displays, sync voice activated system, power tilt & telescoping steering with audio/ speed control, air, keyless entry, advance trac w/roll stability control, approx.. 69,000 km’s, under warranty up to 100,000 km, sells certified, e-tested w/reasonable reserve. Also purchased new 1999 18.5’ Sea Swirl salmon boat, with 115 hp evinrude, 15 hp Honda outboard, downriggers, Princecraft trailer, purchased as package unit, dealer maintained in exc. condition, sells w/ reasonable reserve. One owner 1989 van, well maintained, w/ approximately 194,000 km’s sells as is. Car shelter, John Deere 170 lawn tractor, wide variety of tools, tackle, modern & antique furnishings, collectibles etc. Auctioneer’s Note: Well cared for merchandise throughout showing pride of ownership. For a more 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, Debit, Visa, MasterCard. Photo I.D. As Is. All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter To Book Your Sale Call
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 Thursday 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, St. Lawrence News, 7712 Kent Blvd., Brockville, Ont. K6V 7H6, or fax at 613-498-0307 or e-mail: judy.michaelis@metroland. com OR cheryl.code@metroland.com. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.
Ham Dinner and Murder Mystery, Sunday, April 2, 5:30 p.m. in South Mountain Agricultural Hall. Sponsored by South Mountain Hallville Pastoral Charge. For tickets call 613-258-3648. Men’s Competitive Darts. Every Mon50+ Fitness. Classes Tuesday & Thursdays day starting Sept 12, Kemptville Legion. 10 am; registration being held at 9:15 am. Ca- Registration 7:00-7:25 PM. Play starts at noe Club. Enquiries: 256-8339. 7:30 PM. Info: phil.wiseman@xplornet.ca or Annual meeting of the plot holders of the scottmcl88@hotmail.com United Cemeteries on Tuesday, April 4, 7 p.m. 2677 Cemetery Side Rd. Bingo Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Carleton LANARK Place Arena upper hall. Elevator access available. Sponsor: Carleton Place and District CiAstronomy presentation on the Hubble vitan Club. Call for artists/artisans. Booths available Telescope by Frank Hitchens, Sunday March for Arts CP Spring Art Show & Sale, May 27, 26 at 2pm at the Lanark Learning Centre, 67 28 @ Canoe Club, 179 John St. Deadline April George Street. To register or for more information, call 613-259-2207 1. smdeschenes1951@gmail.com Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night Carleton Place & District Horticultural Society, meeting April 5, 7:00 pm. . Speaker: Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, Jamie Roy,Tropical House Plant Propagation, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Hall, rear of Vic (613)259-5610. Crafts & Chat at the Lanark Learning Cen39 Bridge Street. Info on our Facebook page. tre, 67 George Street. Thursdays from 1-3pm. Community Home Support, Carleton Place, Foot Care Clinics, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Info/to Bring along a project or help us knit squares from blankets for Bales to the North. New ideas book appointments 613-253-0733. Community Home Support- Carleton always welcome. Please drop in. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Place- Arena, Luncheon. Wednesday, March 29, 12:00. Call Home Support to reserve/info Thursdays, Apr 6, 13, 20, 27. Maple Grove School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Transportation provided. 613-253-0733. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Cribbage, every Tuesday afternoon 1 p.m. Wednesdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26. Maple Grove 4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 177 George St. School, 9:30-11:30a.m. 613-283-0095. Everyone welcome Walking group, every Tuesday morning, 9 Education Series, Topic: Brain & Behaviours. Carleton Place Terrace by Symphony, 6 Arthur St, a.m. from the NLCCHA. Refreshments, exercises/speaker after walk. Wendy 613-259-2182. Wednesday Mar 29, 1-3pm, 613-253-7360. Writing Group at the Lanark Learning Education Series, Topic: Medications & Treatments. Carleton Place Terrace by Sym- Centre, 67 George Street on Tuesdays at 1pm. phony, 6 Arthur St, Wednesday Apr. 5, 1-3pm, Bring along your stories to share. New members always welcome. For information call Anne at 613-253-7360 Education Series, Topic: What is Demen- 613-259-2207 tia? Carleton Place Terrace by Symphony, 6 Arthur St, Wednesday Mar 22, 1-3pm, 613MERRICKVILLE 253-7360 “Junk and Disorderly Sale” fundraiser for British Invasion. Live 60’s, 70, & 80’s the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum. Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March dance music featuring the start. April 1, 8pm 26, 10 am-4 pm. 267 Edmund Street, Informa- Baldachin Ballroom, Merrickville. Food Cupboard Fundraiser. merrickvillespectator.com tion 613-253-7013. Merrickville Legion Dinner and Dance, Men’s Breakfast, Community Home SupMarch 24. Ham & scalloped potatoes, served at port, Carleton Place, Wednesday, April 5 at the Home Support Office at 9:30. Info./Reserve 6 p.m. Music by Watermelon Wine. 7-11 p.m. Merrickville Legion Dinner and Dance, on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation 613-253March 31. Pasta, served at 6 p.m. Music by 0733. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Lorne Daley, 7-11 p.m. Merrickville Legion, executive meeting, Mondays, Apr 3, 10, 24. Carambeck Commu7pm, April 4. nity Centre, 9:30-11:30a.m. 613-283-0095. Merrickville Legion Open Stage, March Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Apr 6, 13, 20, 27. Arena, 9:30-11:30 26. 5-9pm. Hosted by “Heather Snow & The Flakes”, food provided by “The Village Bean”. a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25. Arena, 9:30-11:30 PAKENHAM a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Art, Craft, Food, History. Pakenham Wednesdays, Apr 5, 12, 19, 26. Carambeck Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283- Maple Run Tour. April 1 & 2. Map guided tour of 10 stops locations to see arts, craft and enjoy 0095. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets maple inspired food & drink in and around Pakevery Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m. in the Zion enham. www.mapleruntour.com & Facebook. Kemptville Cancer Support Meeting United Church across from the library on Monday, March 20. 2:00 pm. St. John’s United Franklin Street. Info: 613-253-8677. Church, Kemptville. Call Ellen 613-258-7778 Senior Fitness Classes every Monday and KEMPTVILLE Wednesday @ 10 am in the Stewart Community Centre Hall, Enquiries: 613-256-8339. Trivia Night to Support The Pakenham LiBaby Talk, Wednesday, March 22, 1:303 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 brary Expansion! Friday, March 31, 7-10:30 pm. Stewart Community Centre. Teams 4-8 people, County Rd 43. Baby Talk, Wednesday, March 29, 1:30- or be paired up with others. Register email kpills3 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 worth@mississippimills.ca or 613-624-5306 Bonus points for best team names and costumes! County Rd 43.
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PERTH 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. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 30 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Community Home Support- Lanark County monthly Parkinson Support Group, last Monday of each month. At the Community Home Support office, 40 Sunset Blvd, Suite 100. Information, Melissa 613-267-6400 ext 25. Film Night International Perth is showing the winner of 13 film awards, A Man Called Ove, Wednesday March 22, 2 and 7pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. For more details, 613.267.1224. Lanark County Quilters Guild, Tuesday March 28, 7pm at Lions Hall, Perth, Fairgrounds. Guest: Judi Miller, textile artist, presenting a trunk show. Refreshments. Guests welcome. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, infant playgroup, Thursdays Apr. 6, 13, 20, 27. The Dance Studio, 1-2pm. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays Apr. 3, 10, 24. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30-noon 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays Apr 6, 13, 20, 27. The Dance Studio, 9:30-noon 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Apr. 5, 12, 19, 26. Perth Library, 10-noon. 613-283-0095. Perth Civitan Bingo, every Wednesday. Opens at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Perth Civitan Country Jamboree, Sunday, March 26 (4th Sunday every month), 1:30-6:30 pm, Civitan Hall. Dinner 5 pm. Info: 613-267-1825. Perth Lioness paint night fundraiser, Friday, March 31, Perth Lion’s hall. Doors open 5:30 p.m., painting starts 6 p.m. Tickets/Info: Amy Crawford 613-264-2973. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, March 25, Morris Island Hike near Fitzroy Harbour. Level 1, moderate pace, 8 km. Depart at 9:00 a.m. from Conlon Farm, Perth. Leader: Janet Conboy, 613-326-1438 Support Group for people with Parkinson’s & their care partners, last Monday of each month, 1:30-3:30pm, Community Home Support Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd, Ste D. 613-722-9238, 1-800-565-3000 email: Margaux.Wolfe@parkinson.ca Table tennis every Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm Perth Pool, 613 267 5302
RURAL All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast at Bethel United Church, 1500 Rideau Ferry Road on Saturday April 1st, 8 - 11 a.m. Info call 283-7241. Ambush for the first time coming on March 24. 9-1am. RCL Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport tickets available Annual pancake breakfasts, March 25th, 8 am-noon , provided by Anglican Parish of Kitley at Church Hall, Frankville. Maple syrup by Gibbons Family Farm. Beckwith & District Friendship Club will meet April 5, Centennial Hall, Franktown, Potluck supper at 6 p.m. Musical entertainment. Inquiries 613-257-2756. Bill Scott Memorial Dart Tournament Sat March 25, Mixed couples. Starts 12 noon sharp. To register contact bonnie73.bh@gmail.com.
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All proceeds donated to a charity in Bill’s name, Royal Canadian Legion Br #542, Westport. Boyd’s Methodist Cemetery Board Annual Meeting, Monday, April 3, 7:30 p.m. in Boyd’s United Church Hall. Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport. Ambush Fri March 24, 9-1pm. Clayton Hall, Olde Tyme Music & Dinner, April 2, 2-6 p.m. supper at 5. All musicians welcome. Proceeds to Clayton Hall. Clayton. Pancake breakfast, Union Hall, Sunday March 26, 8-noon. Pancakes, sausages or ham, and beans, blueberries, maple syrup. Union Hall, 1984 Wolf Grove Rd., at Tatlock Rd., 8 km west of Almonte. Family Karaoke Night, every Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Newboro Community Hall. Ham & Bean Supper hosted by Elgin United Church at the Elgin Lions Hall from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Sunday March 26. Buffet includes ham, baked beans, scalloped potatoes, salad, dessert and beverages. Ham Supper, Sunday, April 2, 4:30-6:30 p.m. St. Bede’s Anglican Church, Nolans Corners, 1641 Rosedale Rd N. Tickets: 613-283-5208. Join us for Earth Hour at the Balderson United Church, 131 Fallbrook Rd. (just west of Hwy. 511), Saturday March 25 from 8-9:30 p.m. Bring your flashlight and appropriate outer wear. Lanark County Genealogical Society Meeting. Saturday, April 1, 1:30 p.m. Brunton Hall, Beckwith Township Municipal Office Complex, Blacks Corners. Topic: Brenda Krauter speaks on her research on “The Applebee Murder”. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25. Montague, Centennial Hall, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Portland Community Luncheon, Tuesday March 28, Portland United Church at noon. Menu: Beef Stew, Salad and Dessert. Everyone welcome! Rideau Mellowdears, all male chorus, always welcome new voices. Wednesday, March 29, l:30-3:30 p.m., and each Wednesday, at Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry Road. No Audition Necessary. Contact: Lorne 613-2641277. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Charity Breakfast for Alzheimers, April 1, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. St. Clare Church in Dwyer Hill annual Church Supper, Sunday March 26, 4-6:30pm. Turkey, ham and all the fixings, dessert & quilt raffle. The Servant at the Supper, Sunday, March 26, 10 a.m. at St. Bede’s Anglican Church, Nolans Corners, 1641 Rosedale Rd N.
SMITHS FALLS 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 p.m. downstairs at the Legion, Main St. Good prizes, good food. 613-284-1074. 40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance, Civitan Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Saturday, April 1st, Dinner at 7 p.m. dance to follow. Information: 613285-5557. Anniversary of the RCAF Saturday April 1, RCAFA Hall. Abbott St. Wine and Cheese 5:00 p.m. followed by Spaghetti Dinner. For more info or to reserve your ticket please call 613-283-0305. Bagpipe band practice, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. New members welcome. Info: Wayne 283-9792, cell 284-7038 or www.gordonpipeband.com Better than a Doctor, Better than a Lawyer, Better than a Psychiatrist, His name is Jesus. For prayer, anytime call U ME- PRAY (613)8637729 local call or (613)283-3465. Bingo, every Thursday evenings, 7 p.m.
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Get ready for a fun-filled day of law breaking antics at KYC BY Jennifer Westendorp
jwestendorp@metroland.com
Go to jail – for good? The fifth annual Jail and Bail event at the Kemptville Youth Centre (KYC) is set for Friday, March 31. Festivities, such as throwing notable community members behind bars with nothing but water and bread to sustain them, will kick-off around 12 noon. All proceeds from the event will go towards programming at the KYC. “Sheppard & Associates is again our title sponsor,” said Pat Henderson, KYC operations manager. “So far we have about 20 or so jailbirds.” The KYC is still looking for people to go to jail for a good cause, with no minimum set for fundraising amounts. “You could raise $5; every dollar counts,” noted Henderson. “We are always looking for more jailbirds – whether you want to participate, donate, sponsor or just come out to watch. It’s going to be a really fun day.” Each jailbird is charged with a crime unique to them, such as being too ‘withholding chocolate,’ ‘being a RING leader’ and ‘being too furrific.’ “I’ve been charged with ‘being too sassy,’” said Bridget Manahan, KYC program coordinator. “Our summer student is charged with ‘waterway confusion’ because we went camp-
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Drew Hosick, of 97.5 Juice FM, was thrown in behind bars for charity during last year’s Jail and Bail event at the Kemptville Youth Centre. ing at the Rideau River Pro- what waterway we were on.” soring the prosecution table vincial Park and she asked CSE Consulting is spon- this year and the Law Office
Thomas m. Byrne Barrister and solicitor T: 613-258-1277 • F: 613-258-0947 tom.tombyrne@jcis.ca 222 Prescott Street, P.O. Box 1550 Kemptville, ON k0g 1J0
of Connie Lamble is sponsoring the defence table. “We have a few judges lined up for the event,” noted Henderson. Each jailbird will be put on trial, where sometimes ridiculous pieces of evidence are brought against them, resulting in a serious conviction of being thrown behind bars with nothing but water and bread to sustain them. Jamieson Bridal, of 97.5 Juice FM in Kemptville, has been charged with ‘skipping in school,’ following the discovery of an incriminating video of him jumping rope in a school. “There may be a jail break in the works this year,” commented Manahan slyly. The KYC youth will be helping out with set-up and teardown for the event, as well as participating in the proceedings themselves. “The day before Jail and Bail, they’ll be helping with the behind the scenes stuff,” said Manahan. They also assist with putting together humorous additions to the court docket. “I used the kids a lot when I start doing up the dockets,” noted Manahan. “I just sit out on the floor with them and ask what do you guys think about this charge?” Last year, Jail and Bail brought in $20,000 for the KYC. For more information about Jail and Bail, or to get involved, contact the KYC directly by calling 613-258-5212 or emailing Henderson at pat@kyc.team.
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NGAT may need to take on major fundraising project this year BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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North Grenville Accessible Transportation (NGAT) may need to take on a major fundraising project in the near future. “As North Grenville Accessible Transportation approaches its 18th year of operation, it is my pleasure to come before you,” said Don Gilchrist, NGAT board chair, during a deputation to North Grenville council on March 13. “I am pleased to say we have been able to maintain high standards of operation in providing accessible transportation to the citizens of North Grenville.” The 2016/2017 operating year was not as successful as the 2015/2016 was, he explained. “The ridership was down slightly,
which directly reflects fare revenue,” said Gilchrist. “We have recognized providing out of town accessible transportation can take the bus out of operation for in town transportation usage for easily a half or full day, which accounts for ridership numbers being down.” “As well, corporate and individual funding and donations were down and it is always difficult to predict this line of revenue. We did, however, manage to stay in the black at the end of this operating year. The mobile signage and advertising (on the bus itself) continues to be a good source of revenue,” he added. NGAT submitted an application for capital funding to the Ontario Trillium Foundation to purchase a new vehicle. “We have been informed that all
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Don Gilchrist, North Grenville Accessible Transportation board chair, addresses North Grenville council on March 13. capital funding will be directed to noted. “We plan to submit again in Canada 150 celebrations only,” he the fall of 2017, but it may be that we
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“Hopefully there will be quite a few things knocked off this year. My plan is to bring that to the table for 2018,” Guy noted. The recommendation from Letourneau to hire a structural engineer didn’t have a timeline attached, he pointed out. “It just said we should take a look at this, what kind of restoration work needs to be done,” he said. “And this buys more time to look at potential uses for both buildings.” He indicated hiring a structural engineer to conduct an assessment would cost between $10,000 and $15,000. “I’ve got a greater appreciation for the courthouse now based on the public consultation. It’s an important structure,” Guy commented. “But the other building (town hall) is more of a dif-
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Friendship lunches to continue at Leslie Hall until end of the season in May BY Jennifer Westendorp
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More than 100 years of history is about to come to a close. The decommissioning process for Leslie Hall is slated to begin on June 4, following a special ceremony held at St. James Anglican Church in Kemptville. “The hall has really exceeded its life expectancy,” said Kate McLean, Leslie Hall co-ordinator and church warden. Leslie Hall, comprised of manufactured concrete, opened in 1908. “The hall was built in tone with the church, which is (made of) cut stone,” said McLean. “The life expectancy of manufactured concrete is about 50 years, so the hall is about 60 years past that,” said Father Robert Porter, who has served as the minister at St. James for over three years. The hall was also damaged by a fire that occurred in January 1925. “The trouble with stone work is a few go and you fix them, and then a few more go and you fix those, but the entire structure is made up of the same stone work,” said Porter. “Some of the repaired stone work started to fail and that was a big realization.” “Basically we’ve done what we could to keep the building safe, but
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Leslie Hall in Kemptville is set to close its doors this June. we had an engineering report done see,” said Porter. that says to fully repair the building The decision to decommission would be close to $1 million,” said the hall, voted on by the entire conMcLean. gregation, was not made lightly. “And that’s only what they can “The decision was made at vestry Bean & Carrot Medley y 750 g
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(when congregation comes together to address church business),” noted Porter. A meeting was held on Jan. 22 where all information was laid out about the deteriorating condition of the hall. “Until this point, we fixed what needed to be fixed, but hadn’t looked at the whole picture,” said Porter. “Leslie Hall is very dear to a lot of people’s hearts,” said McLean. Porter noted when looking at the fact, the decision was an easy one, “but it was made challenging by (the hall’s) history,” commented Porter. What the decommissioning process will look like is still unknown, they explained. “There are several things that have to happen first,” he noted. “We do not have a plan yet,” said McLean. “There is no schedule of work.” “We’re not going to lock the door and leave it for a decade. That is not our plan,” she added. The weekly Friendship Lunch, held every Friday at Leslie Hall, will continue to be held there until the end of the 2016/2017 season in May. “The Friendship Lunch will be moving to a new location,” said McLean. “They are going to be an-
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Mark Urquhart takes the reins as acting chief for Merrickville Fire Department BY Jennifer Westendorp
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Mark Urquhart has always known he wanted to be in the business of saving lives. Following former fire chief Bob Foster’s retirement on March 1, Urquhart took the reins as acting fire chief for the Merrickville Fire Department (MFD). The part-time position, for which Urquhart has applied, is set to be filled sometime in April. “It’s a lot of responsibility; looking after all our firefighters, as well as looking after the community,” said Urquhart. “The biggest thing as chief is looking after the community and the people who serve it.” The volunteer firefighters with the MFD have an “amazing commitment to the community,” he noted. In Foster’s email message to the fire department announcing his retirement, he commented “there is no greater service to one’s community than that of a volunteer firefighter.” “You’re risking your life to provide service to the community in times of disaster and tragedy,” said Urquhart. The acting chief began his career as a paramedic with the Brockville & District Ambulance in 1984, straight out of high school. From there, Urquhart went on to the Gananoque Provincial Ambulance in 1989.
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Mark Urquhart has taken over as acting fire chief for the Merrickville Fire Department following former fire chief Bob Foster’s retirement. In 1993, he began working for the Municipal Health & Safety Association as a contract trainer. In 2011, the association amalgamated into the Public Services Health and Safety Association (PSHSA). “In 2000, I was asked to be a part
of the team that created the Leeds and Grenville Paramedic Services,” he noted. In 2007, Urquhart became the chief of the paramedic sector of the emergency services division with PSHSA.
“I went there as the paramedic lead for the province of Ontario,” he said. “Basically, we were training for hazards outside the box. I was responsible for going around to 51 paramedic services across the province and training them on various hazards.” Urquhart also taught other first responders, such as police officers and firefighters, on things such as rope rescue and structural collapse. “I’ve been everywhere; all across the province,” he commented. In 2015, funding cuts saw the end of practical programs through the PSHSA. “During that time, I never stepped down as a part-time paramedic for Leeds and Grenville, and as of March 2015, I started doing more day shifts with the paramedic services,” Urquhart stated. Urquhart has also served as a volunteer firefighter since 1992, joining up with the Front of Leeds and Lansdowne Township (now Leeds and the Thousand Islands). “I’ve spent 25 years as a volunteer firefighter and 33 years as a paramedic,” he noted. “I knew what I wanted to do with my life since I was 14.” At that time, Urquhart served as a cadet with St. John Ambulance. “Then I joined the adult division when I turned 16. I always knew I what I wanted to be. Back then they called us ambulance drivers,”
he remarked. While finishing up high school, Urquhart dropped off his resume to the Brockville & District Ambulance. “On the Tuesday morning, they told me I had to take my class F driver’s test,” he explained. “That Friday, Feb. 10, I took the test and the next day, Feb. 11, I had my very first shift. I had to take my pager to school with me. If I got an emergency call, I could leave class and go to work. I got called out so much the teachers started saving my homework.” He took the paramedic program at Algonquin College and graduated in 1985. “My motto as a person has always been; be humble, be compassionate and be empathetic,” he said. Urquhart lives in Merrickville with his wife and has served as a volunteer firefighter with the MFD for years. “Right now, we have 26 members, including myself,” he noted. “We are always looking for new members.” The focus for the MFD continues to be on training. “When you get 80 calls per year on average, you have to focus on training for exposure to situations,” Urquhart said. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter, contact Urquhart directly by calling 613-269-4000, or drop by the fire station in person.
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Two local strangers come together to help Brockville boy with rare disease BY Jennifer Westendorp
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Until recently, Steve Cote and Megan Tobin — both residents of Kemptville — didn’t know each other. Now, they are working together to do everything in their power to save Kaiden Sturgeon Harper, a 22-month-old Brockville boy diagnosed with Sandhoff disease. “We met at a BNI Networking event here in Kemptville,” explained Cote. “She got up and talked about Kaiden’s situation and the fundraiser she was planning. I approached her after the meeting and asked if there was anything I could do.” “I went to high school with Kristen (Sturgeon, Kaiden’s mother),” said Tobin. “I was seeing her pleas on Facebook all the time. When you see that every day, you can’t ignore something like that. I kept saying I should do something to help them. It starts to weight down on your conscience.” Sandhoff disease is a lipid storage disorder that causes buildup on the brain, due to an absent enzyme that normally causes the breakdown of those lipids. The degenerative disease, which affects 1 in 500,000, is considered terminal, with the average life expectancy of children being four. Kaiden was diagnosed with Sandhoff, which is closely related to
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Megan Tobin and Steve Cote - the two Kemptville residents who came together to plan a fundraiser for Kaiden Sturgeon Harper, a 22-monthold Brockville boy diagnosed with Sandhoff disease. Tay-Sachs disease, at five months. Tobin, with help from Cote, held a fundraising spaghetti dinner for Kaiden on March 9 at St. John’s United Church in Cardinal. “We’ve only known each other for three weeks now,” said Cote. Tobin and Cote are currently looking at other ways to fundraise for Kaiden, including reaching out to lo-
cal high schools to assist with a social media campaign to generate funds. Kaiden is currently undergoing the zavesca drug treatment, which costs $10,000 per month. “The treatment slows the progression of the disease,” said Tobin. Since the age of one, Kaiden has been treated by Dr. Jagdeep Walia, a geneticist with the Kingston General
Hospital. He is hoping to get Kaiden on the list for human trials for a new experimental treatment currently being developed by doctors in Kingston and Minnesota. When asked about the potential cure for Kaiden, Dr. Walia explained, “it’s a treatment, which is called gene therapy. “In mice, if you give them the gene therapy, it prolongs their life,” he continued. “The mice that used to die at 15 weeks are now living up to almost a year. When you convert mice life to human, I am guessing you could get up to 15, 20 or 30 years. We just don’t know because we haven’t used it in humans yet. Can it help Kaiden? It may. Kaiden is slightly in an advanced stage. It will help him, but we don’t know in what way.” After halting the disease, the gene therapy may revert the damage, he noted. “Can it cure the disease? I don’t know.” Due to the disease, Kaiden’s development is nowhere near where it should be as he approaches the age of two, Dr. Walia explained. “He is not sitting, not speaking, his vision has been affected. At some point, the disease took over and he began regressing. He’s now in a kind of plateau. Zavesca stops the (buildup of) fat in the brain. That is the culprit of the disease. To break it down,
you need to put the gene back. That’s the only way to stop the synthesis of the disease.” Kaiden may be the only child in Ontario with Sandhoff disease. “I don’t know of anybody else with Sandhoff disease right now,” said Dr. Walia. “If there would be anybody else, I would come to know.” The human trials for the gene therapy treatment could start in a year. “We are hoping in one year. If Kaiden is strong enough, he may be a candidate. But he has to be strong enough.” The human trials would be conducted in either Kingston alone, or Kingston and Minnesota. “I am not saying the gene therapy would be available tomorrow, not saying it will be available next month, but I would say a year would be a good estimate.” “What Dr. Walia is working on could regenerate Kaiden,” said Cote, “or it might just arrest the disease.” “It could also not work, but at the end of the day, this doctor is doing all that he can to save Kaiden,” said Tobin. “I want to make it clear this is not about us in any way, shape or form. We are not the only ones doing fundraisers for Kaiden. Everyone I know in Brockville is helping out
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Seaway-Glengarry Presbytery seeks to bring refugee family of five to Kemptville BY Jennifer Westendorp
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A new addition to the Kemptville community may be coming this spring. In late 2015, in response to the refugee crisis in Syria, the Presbytery of Seaway-Glengarry voted to sponsor a Syrian refugee family to settle in the Kemptville area. “A Christian Syrian family of five living in Lebanon was selected,” wrote Reverend Samer Kandalaft of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, in an email. “The Nahhas
family consists of father Walid, mother Dalal, daughters Hiba and Tamy, and Tamy’s son Joud. They are originally from Homs, Syria, and fled to Beirut in late 2014. Walid and Dalal are retired education professionals, Hiba has her degree in pharmacy, and Tamy has her master’s degree in civil engineering. Hiba and Tamy both speak English fluently. They have requested to settle in Kemptville, so that Hiba and Tamy may bring their Syrian academic credentials up-to-date at one of the universities in Ottawa.”
The presbytery anticipates the family will arrive in Canada sometime in the spring of 2017. “We need your support to help the family settle in Kemptville,” commented Kandalaft. “We will also need in-kind donations, especially of furniture, bedding, kitchen and other household items. Thank you for all you do to help and support these people who are fleeing war and violence that most of us will never know.” A fundraising concert, in support of the Seaway-Glengarry Presbytery Syrian Family Fund,
will be held March 31 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Kemptville, located at 319 Prescott Street. “We decided to have a fundraising concert to help out with this project,” said David Carmichael, a member of St. Paul’s. Other churches in the presbytery are also hosting fundraisers to help out with the cause. The concert at St. Paul’s will consist of fiddle music, performed by the Barrhaven Fiddleheads, followed by refreshments. Seating is limited, so come early.
“The concert will be about an hour and a half,” said Carmichael. “A member of our congregation saw the Barrhaven Fiddleheads perform and he was very impressed and thought they’d attract a crowd. Myself, I love fiddle music, so I thought it was a good idea.” Admission will be by donation, with all proceeds going directly to the Syrian family fund. “We are hoping people in the community will come out and support the cause,” said Carmichael. “We’re looking for a good turnout.”
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Council discusses need to accommodate special needs children in camps BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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The following is a list of briefs from the North Grenville council meeting held March 13. Need to accomodate special needs children in camps Mark Guy, director of parks, recreation and culture, discussed the need to address the growing number of special needs children taking part in the annual municipally run summer camp program. “Over the last number of years, our summer day camp program has seen a fairly large increase in the number of special
needs children attending our day camps,” said Guy. “Our practice in the past has been that the family sends a worker with the child and that’s worked fairly well over the years, but as we see an increase in that, our recreation coordinator has taken the initiative to do some research, and we will be providing our summer staff with more training on inclusion, working with children with various types of behaviour issues.” Guy noted he’s been in contact with the City of Ottawa and Leeds and Grenville Developmental Services to provide North Grenville staff with extra training this year to “assist us with our programming and mak-
ing sure our day camps are for all people in the community.” “We’ve also going to be looking into some funding options to hire some extra staff,” he continued. “If that doesn’t happen, as I said this training will provide our regular staff with the assistance they need. Moving forward though, we may be looking at adding a special needs counsellor to our program in the future.”
“I just put this forward (to new business) as we have done this in the past and I think it’s an appropriate book that’s read by many and it’s important that we support our Royal Canadian Legion certainly,” said deputy mayor Barb Tobin. “This book helps them get the word out about the services they provide to their veterans, and also information about what legions and veterans are doing in the community, so Council votes to contribute $275 I think it’s really important we to legion book support this.” Council voted in favour of “I agree with you 100 per contributing $275 toward the cent,” said mayor David Gordon. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 212 in Kemptville’s military ser- Proclamation to recognize levice recognition book. gion’s 85th anniversary
Sponsors needed for seventh annual Kemptville Ribfest coming this June BY JENNIFER WESTENDORP
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Like ribs? How about kids? Consider becoming a sponsor for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville’s (BBBSLG) biggest annual fundraiser! The seventh annual Kemptville Ribfest is slated to kickoff at noon on Friday, June 16 — Father’s Day weekend. In order to make the three-day event a success, sponsors are needed to help reduce costs. “Admission is free and of course we’ll have live entertainment all three days,” said Jane Fullarton, BBBSLG executive director. “We are looking to increase attendance this year. We will have our active kids’ zone, complete with five bouncy houses, and a petting zoo. We have lots of vendors already lined up, with spaces available for more vendors.” The Kemptville Ribfest has to be supported by the community to keep going into the future, she explained. The Kemptville office of BBBSLG alone supports nearly 500 local children. “This is our main fundraiser for the year,” noted Fullarton.
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“We have to have sponsors to help cover our costs. A lot of work goes into this event each year and we do it to support the programming we offer here. It needs the community’s support. “If you like the Kemptville Ribfest and you own a business, consider coming on as a sponsor,” she continued. “All the money we raise here stays in Kemptville.” She explained the programming offered through BBBSLG goes a lot way in a child’s healthy development. “This week, on Monday, we took the kids to Sky Zone (in Ottawa); that’s just a sample of the things we do here. And we have lots of programming going on in the local schools.” Having a ribfest event is a great economic driver for any community, she explained. “This is a great thing for Kemptville, but we need the sponsors, we need the volunteers and we need the support from the community to keep it going.” To become a sponsor, or to volunteer, contact BBBSLG directly by calling 613-345-0281. For more information about BBBSLG, visit www.mentoringmatters.ca.
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A request to make a proclamation recognizing the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 212 in Kemptville’s upcoming 85th anniversary and contributions to the community was passed by council. The legion was awarded its charter April 17, 1932. “Congratulations to the legion,” noted mayor David Gordon. Contribution of $100 toward Rideau Corridor Landscape Strategy Committee passed A request was brought forward to support a con-
tribution of $100 to the Rideau Corridor Landscape Strategy Committee recognition program. “This awards program is a yearly thing by the Rideau Corridor (committee),” noted mayor David Gordon. “They’ve gone out to all the municipalities within Lanark (County) and (the United Counties of) Leeds and Grenville. So we’re the last municipality that they’ve asked for help. All the other municipalities have given the money.” The request was passed by council.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, March 27 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, April 3 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.
2017 INTERIM TAX BILLS
All 2017 Interim Tax Bills have been mailed. If you have not received your bill, please contact the Administration Office. The installment due date is March 31, 2017. Final tax bills for all tax classes will be mailed in June.
DOG TAGS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
All dogs in North Grenville require an annual dog license. If purchased before March 31st, the license is $15 and if purchased after March 31st, the cost is $30. The license can now be purchased or renewed and paid for online by visiting the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca and clicking on Online Services. For more information on dog or kennel licenses, please contact By-Law Services.
Market Manager Position - Part Time Contract Kemptville Farmers’ Market • Setting up and takedown of Market area, tables, electrical cords, etc. • Liaises with market vendors before, during and after markets • Implements Market Rules and Regulations • Collects vendor fees during market hours • Maintains close communication with the Board of Directors • Assists with market paperwork such as surveys and handouts For the full job posting, please refer to www.kemptvillefarmersmarket.ca or call 1-855-225-9001 To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resumé to info@kemptvillefarmersmarket.ca . All applications must be submitted by March 24th, 2017
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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.
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Time for technology free life?
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can’t take the technology overload anymore. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and all the other crap kids are plugged into these days. It’s all too much for my old fashioned brain to handle. I get so much flack from my eight-year-old son about limiting his technology time it’s unreal. I am the worst mother ever, it seems. Everyone else has cell phones, iPads and video game consoles that they can use them whenever they want, for as long as they want. Yeah right! Technology Free Time (TFT) is the code I use to let my son know it’s time to step away from the android device for the rest of the day. He becomes so entranced with what he’s doing that he almost resembles a zombie; wide red eyes, barely blinking or moving. He jumps from one technological obsession to the other. One day it’s apps (cell phone games that can destroy hours of your life), the next it’s YouTube, then it’s Netflix, or video games. All he wants to do is stare at a screen. I can’t take it anymore. Kids belong outside. And yet getting him to go ride his bike, or build a fort, is like pulling teeth – painful and unnecessary. I take away his technology and he whines. I tell him to go outside and he whines. There is no winning with modern children. They have no concept of fun. Like when I was a kid and my parents had an old, broken down motorboat on our property and I pretended to be a sea captain for a week. Or when I discovered some leather straps and made myself sandals and pretended to be Pocahontas for a week. Or when all us kids in Oxford
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’ve been doing this 10 years now and I still freak out a little when I see blood on freshly fallen snow. When I did the cattle count the other morning, Ginger was missing. I found her in the barn, tucked into a sunny corner. She had just given birth. The calf was still wet. Now, Ginger is one of our original two cows. She and Betty were the pair that taught us all our lessons. A decade later, she is only slightly less ornery than she was when she hopped off the truck and strutted into the barnyard. Ginger is very difficult to deal with but I had to get her and her calf into the pen so that they could bond. The past two years, Ginger has had trouble with her calves. I don’t know if she is getting old or if it’s just her meanness coming out. Two years ago I gave up on her feeding the calf, let her out of the pen and kept the calf in the barn to feed him every day. When he was old enough to eat hay and grass on the meadow we let him out to join the herd. Ginger seemed to recognize him,
JENNIFER WESTENDORP MY OPINION Mills found a bone in the creek and spent the next week looking for the rest of the ‘body.’ Side note: when we finally showed the bone to our parents, it was verified to be from a cow not a human. My point is when we were kids, everything was fun. Catching crayfish and selling them to fishermen for 25 cents was fun. Skipping rocks was fun. Playing baseball and soccer and basketball was fun. Nature, and being outside, was limitless for us. And now kids stay inside all day, playing on phones and tablets and whatever they can get their hands on to numb their brains and fingers. They have no imagination anymore because they don’t have to. They have access to limitless entertainment, thanks to their parents who foot the Internet bills, and we have no one to blame by ourselves. I don’t want my son to miss out on the best parts of life because he was too busy tapping a screen to get a tiny bird through obstacles for an hour. I want him to create, dream, live, inspire, experience and do all the crazy things that made me who I am today. Maybe it’s time to turn TFT into TFL (Technology Free Life.)
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Snowmobile Club breakfast
The Kemptville Snowmobile Klub held a pancake breakfast on the morning of Sunday, March 19. The club will be holding a grand opening for its brand-new club house at the same location at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 at 1505 O’Neill Rd., near Oxford Station. Here, Tyler Morash holds up two plates to load up, as Carol Lavigne puts some pulled pork beans onto his plates, as Tanya DeHaan, doling out pancakes, looks on in the background.
Ginger the original difficult cow The Accidental Farmwife Diana Fisher
and looked after him all day, but he never nursed. He stayed about half as big as the other calves, but he survived to market time. Last year once again Ginger’s calf didn’t seem to understand how to nurse. He wouldn’t take the bottle, either. But after some coaxing and coddling, by some miracle one night, he latched on to mama and didn’t let go until his belly was full. Once he had that figured out it was off to the races. Now I feel like we are in exactly the same spot again, trying to get a calf to do what is supposed to come naturally. We’ve given him extra selenium and vitamins. We’ve fed him colostrum and we just forced him to swallow a few ounc-
es of milk replacer. Ginger grunted at him and tried to reach me with her big head as I stood in the aisle, straddling her calf. I had a rope around his neck and one leg, to hold him steady and backed him into a corner so he couldn’t escape. I put the bottle in his mouth and he just lolled his tongue around it without sucking. He clamped down with his teeth once in a while and I was squeezing the nipple of the bottle so he did get some milk. I heard him swallow a few times. If we are going to keep him alive, this is going to be quite a battle. When this happened to lambs from time to time we would intubate them to fill their stomachs. I hate doing that — it looks so darned uncomfortable. Even after you’ve gone to that extreme, you have to hope they are going to get a burst of appetite and snap out of their slump, because you can’t keep sticking a tube down their throats. Mom does all she can to lead the calf to her udder, and we’ve got them in a small pen so they are constantly together.
Now we just have to sit back and let nature take its course. Probably one of my least favourite references to farming. The other calf that arrived last Sunday seems to have a bit of a gimpy leg. She’s kind of cute, dancing around her mother in the pen. Her belly is clearly fat and full of milk. We have never witnessed her feeding but she obviously does. She and her mom seem quite interested in Ginger’s predicament. They seemed to be listening carefully when the Farmer was speaking to her. We have had quite a few female calves born this year. We have five left to come.
With our pasture able to sustain about a dozen cattle, it may be time to say goodbye to some of the older ones who are no longer able to produce healthy calves. It’s a reality of farming: not a very nice one, but there it is. Despite her nasty countenance and the way she keeps trying to kick my husband, however, I like Ginger. She is warming up to me, too. She eats apples out of my hand and lets me touch her nose. I still have hope her calf will start to suckle, and this chapter will have a happy ending. www.theaccidentalfarmwife. blogspot.com email: dianafisher1@gmail.com
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Electric car show returns for 10th annual North Grenville Sustainability Fair The 10th annual North Grenville Sustainability Fair takes place Sunday, April 23 at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. It will include a return of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Show. It’s free to attend the fair and EV show. Owners will be on-site in one of the rinks of the North Grenville Municipal Centre to show their cars, describe their experience of ownership, answer questions, and talk about why their transportation needs are easily met with electricity, instead of fossil fuel. Bring all of your questions. These owners have racked up a number of kilometres on their vehicles in our local climate. The electric vehicle showcase will feature over a dozen electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids from a number of manufacturers: Chevrolet, Kia, Ford, Nissan, Smart and more are being added daily. The number of choices available to consumers is still expanding. Buyers now have access to the Chevrolet Bolt with a range of 383 km and the first plug-in hybrid minivan — the Chrysler Pacifica. Kemptville also has its first level three fast-charge station already online at Solacity, and more fast-charge stations are coming online across Ontario making range
anxiety a thing of the past. The EV show will also feature presentations during the day where participants will explore the models presently on the market and costs of ownership. This will give an introduction to those curious about the vehicles or hoping to determine if an electric vehicle would be a good fit for their needs and lifestyle. In addition, the costs of ownership will be compared with those same costs for more conventional vehicle choices. Find out
just how much money is saved when you don’t need to pay for gas, oil changes, etc. Back by popular demand, dealership sponsors of the EV show will bring demonstration vehicles for test drives. You can sign up on-site to take an electric vehicle for a drive. You’ll experience for yourself the quiet, powerful performance of these vehicles. In a world where carbon emissions are top-of-mind for many of us, Ontario’s low carbon electricity genera-
tion provides a good potential reduction in transportation emissions by shifting to electric vehicles. Most owners charge during off-peak hours when electricity prices are lowest and excess electricity is available. The event is on Sunday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, 285 County Road 44, Kemptville. It’s free to attend so come out for an hour or stay for the entire show. Bring the family for great hands-on activities,
delicious food, local musical talent, artisans and entrepreneurial vendors. For more details, visit www.sustainablenorthgrenville.ca. For more information about Sustainable North Grenville, our monthly events or the North Grenville Sustainability Fair visit our website: www. sustainablenorthgrenville.ca or contact Jeanne or Alexandra at sngfair@ gmail.com. Submitted by Sustainable North Grenville
March activities at KDHSI Kemptville & District Home Support Inc. (KDHSI), is the place for active aging. There are many activities to keep involved and active, and are scheduled in either the activity room or in the Cheryl J. Brown Centre. KDHSI is located at 215 Sanders St., Suite 101 in Old Town Kemptville. For more information please call 613-258-3203. Thursday, March 23 • 9 to 10 a.m.: Exercise class • 1:30 p.m.: Sing’n Seniors • 1 to 3 p.m.: Alzheimer caregiver support group Friday, March 24 • 11 a.m. to noon: Exercise class • 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.: Meditation Monday, March 27 • 1 to 4 p.m.: Euchre • 1 to 4 p.m.: Bingo Tuesday, March 28 • 9 to 10 a.m.: Exercise class • 10 a.m. to noon: Art class with Gayle • 10 a.m. to noon: Skip-Bo • 1 to 3 p.m.: Create-a-Card with Tina Wednesday, March 29 • 9 a.m. to noon: Bridge • Noon: Diners’ Club (by reservation)
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NGDHS puts final touches on musical theatre production BY RaeLee File
The countdown is on for the students in North Grenville District High School’s musical theatre program. With opening night only being a few short weeks away, the students work furiously to finish preparations for this year’s production, Oliver! Inspired by the classic Charles Dickens’ novel, Lionel Bart’s Oliver! is the musical adaptation telling the story of a young Oliver Twist navigating the streets of a Victorian England. Orphaned and malnourished, Oliver is able to escape the oppressive grasp of the workhouse to the wonders of 19th-century London. Finding camaraderie among thieves, and family among strangers, Oliver! is a dynamic story sure to be a hit with the whole family. When putting a production together, the looming deadlines make it feel as though there is never enough time. The hardest part comes during the last few weeks of rehearsal. The weeks prior to opening night are the culmination of the group’s massive collaborative effort. It is the point when those looming deadlines weigh heavily on the shoulders of a cast. Most returning members to this program will tell you, the last couple weeks are when everything really comes together, and that the work put into it seems worth it. So, even though the “last few weeks” came a few weeks early this year, the group is determined to push on. “I feel that we have all done the best we can even with all the inclement weather days taking up rehearsal time,” says returning
member Grace McKibben. “We have been working on songs and dances independently at home and I think everyone’s hard work can make up for the practice time that we lost.” Whether they are painting bricks, building sets, or running scenes, the students and teachers always have something to do. So, even though there is more to do, everyone is excited to see the final production, including Meredith Island, one of the play’s supervisors. “My favourite part is the energy everyone has, especially when students start getting excited about the musical,” said Island. “It is so great to see every thing come together. My favourite day will be dress rehearsal I think as I am so excited to see the costumes, props, and music come together.” The growth that the group has accomplished, not only in recent months, but in recent years, is astounding. With aid from members of the community and from other students at North Grenville, the group have been able to assemble bigger and better sets, with more intricate costumes. Each year, the influx of new students of all ages fills the gaps left by graduating students. With more members joining each year, the group can continue to flourish and grow. With performances beginning on Thursday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m., tickets will be on sale in the NGDHS office immediately following the March break. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for children (under the age of 12). Raelee File is a student at North Grenville District High School.
Merrickville churches prepare for annual Walk of the Cross on Good Friday On April 14, Good Friday, parishioners of St. Ann Church, Merrickville United Church, Holy Trinity Church and the Brethren Bible Chapel will join in the eighth year of the Walk of the Cross. It will begin with a prayer at St. Ann by Rev. Julius Nwagbara at 8 a.m., then walking to the United Church for a prayer by Rev. Matt Gallinger and a blessing by Robert Humble. Participants will then make their way to Holy Trinity Church for a prayer by Rev. An-
VILLAGE OF MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING for
PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT (Princiotta) TAKE NOTICE: The Council of the Corporation of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford will hold a public meeting on April 24, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 317 Brock Street West to consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act. TAKE NOTICE: The Village has received an application to amend the Zoning By-law as described in the Explanatory Note below. In future, a plan of subdivision application, as also described in the Explanatory Note, will also be filed for the same property. TAKE NOTICE: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Council of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford before the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford to the Ontario Municipal Board. TAKE NOTICE: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Council of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford before the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. AND TAKE NOTICE: that the subject lands are affected by a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment (file no. ZBA 1-17) and will be affected by a proposed Plan of Subdivision in future (file no. not assigned). ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For more information regarding the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, including information about preserving your appeal rights, contact the Deputy Clerk’s Office during normal office hours at 317 Brock Street West, Merrickville, ON. (613-269-4791) DATED AT THE VILLAGE OF MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD THIS 23rd DAY OF MARCH, 2017. ______________________ John Regan, CAO/Clerk
EXPLANATORY NOTE Location and Site The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment affects a property of approximately 8,890 m2 (approximately 2.2 acres), located on the west side of Charlotte Street in Merrickville. It also affects the unopened Wellington Street East road allowance along the southern boundary of the property. The land is currently vacant and tree-covered. Proposed Development The applicant is proposing to develop a plan of subdivision by extending Wellington Street East through the property to create 9 semi-detached lots (18 dwelling units) and potentially 1 single detached lot. Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment The subject property and the abutting unopened Wellington Street East road allowance are currently zoned Residential Type 1 Zone (R1). The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would rezone the land to the Residential Type 2 Zone (R2) in order to permit the proposed semi-detached dwellings. Future Plan of Subdivision Application A plan of subdivision application will be required in future, and will require another Public Meeting to consider the proposed subdivision.
drew Wilson. The congregation will return to St. Ann around 9:30 a.m. to listen to a prayer by Ross Ayling and a closing prayer by Rev. Julius. We will be singing and praying all the way. People who cannot walk can meet the group at their own church. Youth and children are most welcome to take turns carrying the cross. If you do not belong to any church, you may still join this Merrickville family gathering. Connected to Your Community - K10 - Thursday, March 23, 2017
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Salvation Army Thrift Store to open one night a week starting April 6 BY Jennifer Westendorp
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Kaiden Sturgeon Harper with his parents: dad Brad Harper and mom Kristen Sturgeon.
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with this cause.” She brought up a Mother’s Day vendor event set for April 29 at the Grenville Snowmobile Club in Prescott, which is being planned by Tara-Jane Bailey. “That’s just one example of what people are doing for this family,” noted Tobin. A public Facebook group called Auctions for Kaiden has nearly 600 members, with daily offerings for people to bid on to raise funds for him. “Anyone can join that group and auction things off to raise money,” said Tobin. “It’s amazing to see how much everyone is rooting for us,” said Sturgeon, Kaiden’s mother. “There is no one way we could do this without help. People take one look at Kaiden and instantly fall in love.” Sturgeon, and her fiancée Brad Harper, Kaiden’s father, knew something was wrong when Kaiden was just two weeks old. They took him in to see a doctor for overactive tear ducts and were told there was something unusual about his retinas. “We wouldn’t have known anything was wrong if we hadn’t gone in for the overactive tear duct,” Sturgeon explained. Finding out your only child has a
terminal disease is “indescribable,” she said. “Just devastating. At the time we didn’t know there was any possibility of a cure. We were just told he would die. I’ll never forget the first time we met Dr. Walia. He said ‘never give up hope.’” The zavesca drug treatment is keeping Kaiden strong, she noted. In a letter sent to the Minister of Health Jane Philpott, Sturgeon wrote: “Kaiden is now almost 22-months of age. He has been on full dose of zavesca for a little over a month now. I believe it’s done well for him so far. He lost his laugh and smile and even his cry. Feb. 10 after having not giggled in four months, let out a little giggle. It was music to my ears. He hasn’t cried in about two to three months and it broke my heart to see him want to cry but not get anything out ... well he is now able to cry and as bad as it sounds I love to hear it as much as I comfort him and want him to be happy all the time it’s nice to hear his cry come back. So I believe putting him on this trial medication for the time being until the cure is released and ready, we did the right thing putting him on zavesca and ketogenic diet. I am so happy.” To donate to the Cure for Kaiden, visit www.gofundme.com/jm6w8wm4. To date, just over $7,000 of the $60,000 goal has been raised.
More time to shop! The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Kemptville is set to open its doors one night a week beginning Thursday, April 6. “We are going to be open on Thursday nights until 8 p.m.,” explained Debra Marr, thrift store manager. Currently, the thrift store is open Monday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. “We’re just so busy; people are still here when we are trying to close up at 4 p.m.,” she noted. “We could be open until 6 p.m. every night, but we just don’t have the staff or volunteers to do that. I feel bad turning people away at 4 p.m. when there’s still people pulling into the parking lot.” Opening the thrift store one evening a week has long been a goal for the Salvation Army, to allow people who work and travel outside of the community during the day an opportunity to shop and donate. “We’ve been thinking about doing this for a while, so now we’re doing it,” said Marr. With additional hours comes additional need for volunteers, she explained. “We really need people on Saturdays. Even if it’s
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From left, volunteers with Kemptville’s Salvation Army Thrift Store: David Johnstone, Joyce Sturge, Jamie Bertrand, Kerri Wallingford and Gail Pattman. The store will be open one night a week, on Thursdays until 8 p.m., beginning April 6. just one Saturday a month, that would be a big help,” she said. The proceeds from the thrift store support all essential social programming offered by the Salvation Army. “On April 6 from 4 to 8 p.m., we’ll give everyone 25 per cent off their entire purchase to celebrate our new hours,” noted Marr.
To volunteer, contact the Salvation Army directly by calling 613-258-3583. You can also stop by the store in person, located at 8 Asa Street in Kemptville. For more information, call the thrift store on 613-258-0111. “Being open one night a week is going to be great for everyone in the community,” said Marr.
FURNITURE AUCTION SALE Saturday, April 1, 2017 9:00 am We have lots of items including electronics; household furniture; appliances; tools; jewelry; toys; seized property items such as electronics, small tools, cameras; Bakery Equipment For a list of items and pictures please visit www.rideauauctions.com
Plus many more items too numerous to mention Terms: Cash; Interac; Mastercard; Visa
Announcements made day of sale over rule all previous announcements. Viewing: March 31, 2017 9:00 to 3:00 10% Buyers Premium applies on all purchases
Sale being conducted by Rideau Auctions Inc. www.rideauauctions.com
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St. Michael Mustang swimmers compete in OFSAA BY Madeline Hubbard
swimming against seniors, and three-quarters of our team was made up of juniors.” In both the 50-metre butterfly and the 50-metre breaststroke, Jorgensen dropped a second off her previous personal bests. Waytowich swam in the para-swimming 50-metre freestyle event, and placed 10th in the province. When asked what her favourite part of the trip was, Waytowich articulated that it was “seeing my name on the board as second in my heat.” Another favourite moment for Waytowich was a surprise party held for Hiyazaki in celebration of his 16th birthday. “We had to; you only turn 16 once,” Waytowich explained. In the 50-metre breaststroke for junior girls, Allingham achieved a place of 37th, beating her personal best and placing second in her heat. “We were all honoured to be there representing St. Michael Catholic High School,” expressed Allingham. “We were very proud Mustangs.” The team returned on March 15 with pride in their accomplishments and memories to last them a lifetime. “As always, our magnificent coaches Mr. Galbraith and Mrs. Neidre were there on the pool deck supporting us,” Allingham recounted. “We are so lucky to have them as our coaches!” Mustang swimmers enjoyed attending this event, and are already looking forward to going back. As said by Allingham: “OFSAA was a great way to end the swimming season and we all hope to attend next year.”
On March 6, the St. Michael Catholic High School swim team embarked on a trip to Windsor to participate in a competition with athletes from across the province. The team represented not only the school, but the entire region of eastern Ontario. This meet brought together swimmers from 17 different regions in the province — approximately 2,600 students. The St. Mike’s bus left the school at around 8:30 a.m. that Monday morning, and drove for eight hours to their lodging in Windsor, Caesars. Spirits were high as the Mustangs looked forward to the upcoming competition. The team consisted of seven students (Landon Berger, Drew Berger, Luke Hiyazaki, Olivier Amiot, Keana Jorgensen, Kate Waytowich and Theresa Allingham) and two teacher coaches (Mr. Andrew Galbraith and Mrs. Kelly Neidre). The swimming competition was held at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre. Allingham described the location as being “very professional.” The pools were equipped with underwater touch pad timers, allowing for more accurate results in the races. Each of the seven team members competed, and outdid their personal bests. Landon Berger, Drew Berger, Hiyazaki and Amiot made up the senior boys medley relay team. They swam a 200-metre relay, and placed 29th overall in their race. “I’m happy that we beat our previous record Hubbard is a student at St. Michael Catholic by nine seconds and that we made it to OFSAA,” explained Amiot, “especially as we were High School in Kemptville
St. Michael Catholic High School in Kemptville sent seven athletes to OFSAA in Windsor March 6. Each team member outswam their personal bests. Above, the team gathers for a photo outside the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre. Left, St. Mike’s swimmer Theresa Allingham can be seen diving in lane six at the OFSAA championships. Submitted photos
Canada 150 Garden Experience designation awarded to Rideau Woodland Ramble In celebration of Canada's sesquicentennial, the Canadian Garden Council in collaboration with the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association announced the 150 gardens and garden experiences awarded the 'Canada 150 Garden Experience' designation — highlighting them as 150 ways to celebrate Canada's birthday year. Rideau Woodland Ramble is very proud to have received this designation helping represent Eastern Ontario and the Ottawa Region in celebrating gardens and gardening in Canada. The full list may be seen at www.canadasgardenroute.ca. “This is a great continued vote of confidence in what we are doing and a wonderful way to kick off the 2017 gardening season,” noted Rideau Woodland Ramble co-owner Dave Dunn. “What’s doubly cool is that the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail, which we are also a part of, was also designated as a Canada 150 Garden Experience. It feels good that eastern Ontario is getting some attention!” Rideau Woodland Ramble is a gar-
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The second season has begun. Kemptville faces off against Hawkesbury in the first round. What transpired in the regular season does not equate what will happen in the playoffs. The 73’s defeated the Hawks all six times they faced each other this season. Most of the games were close, with a one or two goal victory, but all were hard fought battles. There is no love lost between these two teams and we are in for a great series. Due to final position in the standings, the Hawks gained home ice advantage. The series opened at the Robert Hartley Sports Complex on Friday, March 17 in Hawkesbury. The 73’s got on the board first, but it took almost half the period to do it. Derek Osik scored, assisted by Tyler Beauparlant and Neal Samanski. With the 73’s leading 1-0, it was a little more than halfway through the second when the Hawks were able to tie the game. In the third period, Kemptville got themselves into penalty trouble. Hawkesbury took a 2-1 lead on the power play at 1:57 of the period. Nick Bissonette set up Bobby Dow for the equalizer five minutes later. And that’s when everything came apart. The Hawks went ahead 3-2 with a power play goal and followed that one with a regular strength goal. Leading 4-2, Hawkesbury was the beneficiary of a five-minute power play when Kemptville was assessed a major penalty. The Hawks managed to score twice more with that man advantage. The final score was 6-2 in Hawkesbury’s favour. Derek Osik was selected as the third star of the game.
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Kemptville 73’s players Vic Tracy (23) and Adam Alavi (9) battle Hawkesbury Hawks’ David Janowski (61) and Bruno Cheff (67) during action in game two of the opening round of the CCHL playoffs in Kemptville March 19. The battle continues! It was on to Kemptville for game two on Sunday, March 19. The 73’s wasted no time in getting it started. Nick Bissonette and Tyler Beauparlant set up Adam Alavi to make it 1-0 at 1:25. The Hawks came roaring back to tie it up two minutes later. The first period was lively to say the least and very intense. The second period featured an even higher level of intensity. It was rapidly becoming evident that these teams did not like each other. The Hawks took a 2-1 lead, but the 73’s came back to tie it at 2-2. Alavi and Beauparlant set up Victor Tracy for the goal. The second period ended in a deadlock with Kemptville holding the edge in shots, 28-17. The third was full of bone crushing checks and an unrelenting pace. The 73’s scored almost five minutes into the frame and then capitalized again four minutes later. Both goals were scored by Matt Tugnutt. The assists
went to Bobby Dow and Jake Gaudet on both markers. By now the play had gotten quite chippy. Hawkesbury pulled their goalie to try desperately to get back in the game. Joey McGrath found the empty net on a feed from Neal Samanski to increase the 73’s lead to 5-2. The Hawks continued to be aggressive in the dying minutes and managed to add one more to their total. Matt Tugnutt and Tyler Beauparlant were named first and second stars respectively. Game three went in Hawkesbury on Tuesday, March 21 and then it’s back to Kemptville for game four on Thursday, March 23. Game time is 7:30 pm. Game five is Friday, March 24 in Hawkesbury and then game six in Kemptville on Sunday, March 26 at 7:30 if necessary. Should a game seven be required, it will be on Tuesday, March 28 in Hawkesbury. Hope to see you at the municipal centre! Feel the heat! Catch 73’s fever!
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Cakes on the griddle! The Kemptville Snowmobile Klub held a pancake breakfast on the morning of Sunday, March 19. The club will be holding a grand opening for its brand-new club house at the same location at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 at 1505 O’Neill Rd., near Oxford Station. Brad De Haan gets the pancake batter on the skillet.
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March 25: Spaghetti dinner and silent auction at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott Street in Kemptville. Two seatings at 5 and 6:30 p.m. Featuring salad, dessert and beverage. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children six to 12 and children under five are free. For advance tickets, call Corina Blondin at 613-7153049. Tickets also available at the door.
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 March: upcoming events at the Royal Ca- and fourth Friday of every month from 6 to 10 nadian Legion Branch 245 in Merrickville. p.m. at Twice The Fun Games. March 24: dinner & dance. Ham & scalloped potatoes, served at 6 p.m. Entertainment by Mondays: Grenville Gremlins Square Dance Watermelon Wine from 7 to 11 p.m. March 26: Club meet every Monday from 7:30-10 p.m. at Open Stage from 5 to 9 p.m. Hosted by Heather Leslie Hall in Kemptville. Snow & the Flakes. Food provided by The Village Bean. March 31: dinner & dance. Pasta, Second Monday evening of every month: served at 6 p.m. Entertainment by Lorne Daley North Grenville Sustainable North Grenville from 7 to 11 p.m. usually meets on the second Monday of every month at 6:45 p.m. for a 7 p.m. start at the Every second Monday: North Grenville Quil- South Branch Bistro, Clothier St., Kemptville. ters Guild meets every second Monday (except Events vary by the month from speakers to in July and August) at 7 p.m. at the Pentecostal documentary showings; workshops to outings. Church on highway 43. Third Saturday of each month (except for Wednesday evenings: Malala Women’s July and August): Royal Canadian Legion, Choir is now accepting advance registrations. Kemptville Branch 212 Legion Breakfast from Wednesday evening rehearsals in Spencerville, 8 to 10 a.m. at the branch (100 Reuben CresMarch to early June. No auditions required. cent). Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children Call Sheila at 613-658-5290 for more informa- under 12. tion. Third Monday of every month: Kemptville, Every Wednesday night: Euchre at the Ride- are you a local, professional woman? Kempau Glen Golf Course, beginning on May 3 tville Women in Business (KWIB) typically through to Sept. 27. Cost is $5 per person and meets for networking and business building all proceeds go back to the players. Includes every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the Com50/50 draw. Sign-in at 6:15 p.m., play at 6:30 munity Room at Grenville Mutual Insurance, p.m. sharp. 380 Colonnade Dr, Kemptville. For more information on becoming member of this excluFirst Wednesday of every month: The North sive group, or to attend a meeting as our guest, Grenville Photography Club meets the first please email membership@kemptvillewomWednesday of every month from September eninbusiness.com or see www.kemptvillewomto June. The meetings are from 7 to 9 p.m. at eninbusiness.com. Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Drive, Kemptville. For more info: ngphotoclub. Third Monday of every month: Kemptville ca. North Grenville Cancer Support Group meet third Monday of every month except July, AuFirst Thursday of every month: The Oxford gust and December. St. John’s United Church, Mills Community Association meets at Maple- Kemptville at 2 p.m. Welcome to anyone rewood Hall from 7 to 8:30 p.m. All are welcome quiring support and encouragement. to attend this monthly meeting covering community events in Oxford Mills. For informaEvery Monday, Wednesday and Friday: tion, call 613-258-3683. Kemptville Walking Group meets at North
Grenville Municipal Centre at 8 a.m. Call Gail 613-258-1148. Every Tuesday: Kemptville Mixed Pickup 18+Basketball is back! All skill levels are welcome to join us Tuesday evenings throughout the school year at Holy Cross School from 7 to 9 p.m. $5 for the night or $60 for the season. For more information, contact Jeff or Samantha at 613-258-1847 or samantha.rivet-stevenson@rbc.com. 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 Bridge lessons for beginners at the Kemptville And District Home Support in the Activity Room, located at 215 Sanders Street. Start time 9 a.m. For more information call Dave Cross 613-2583934. Every Wednesday: Spencerville Malala Women’s Choir welcomes new members who love to sing. Rehearsals on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Spencerville United Church. For information, contact Sheila at 613-658-5290. First and third Wednesday of every month: Afternoon Bingo from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kemptville Legion, 100 Reuben Crescent. Refreshments available. Everyone welcome. Second and fourth Wednesday: Kemptville Klub 67 Euchre every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 1:15 p.m. at St. John’s United Church Kemptville downstairs. Everyone welcome. Cost is $5. Second and fourth Wednesday of the month: Burritt’s Rapids New Horizon Club at the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Come and join this active group of seniors. Meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Watch for meeting times and programs in your local paper.
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