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Eighth annual Canadian Karate Kung-Fu Association gathering Left: Tallack Martial Arts student Riley Ecclestone competes in the eight year old division during the eighth annual Canadian Karate Kung-Fu Association gathering at the Ambassador Hotel and Convention Centre March 22-23. Hosted by Tallack Martial Arts, over 200 competitors, ages four and up, came from as far away as Texas and British Columbia. The event featured a youth championship tournament, banquet, seminars and black belt rankings. Right: Noah Benoit, spars to a second place finish in the eight year old division. Photos/Rob Mooy
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$35M for a new school in Kingston means the closing of KCVI and QECVI, much to the dismay of many residents By Mandy Marciniak
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Heritage News – On Monday, March 24, the ongoing questions about the closing of secondary schools KCVI and QECVI came to an abrupt end. MPP John Gerretsen announced that the province will fund a new $35 million school in Kingston and that both schools in question will close as a result. Immediately following the announcement, Kingstonians responded on social media and elsewhere. “It is a horrible decision for our city,” said parent and member of the Program Accommodation Review Committee (PARC), Lindsay Davidson. “It is not unexpected and we’ve certainly had a lot of feedback along the way. The community support has been almost exclusively for preserving community schools, but that doesn’t matter. Closure is certainly not the only option, but clearly there has been an agenda from the start to have a new school built.” According to Limestone District School Board
Chair, Laurie French, closure was the most viable option. French commented that the decision making process was lengthy, but that the board couldn’t be happier with the decision. “We are very pleased that they [Ontario Government] saw fit to approve our submission and we see it as a great opportunity to improve enrolment, opportunities and facilities in our city,” added French. While the decision to build the new school has been made, many are now questioning where this new school will be built. Many residents have looked to the Memorial Centre grounds, or possibly on the QECVI grounds. “We anticipate that a new school may be built on the QECVI property,” explained Davidson. “But that school will not be very good for families that live and work in the downtown area of the city and that is my main concern. We have a very special city and our downtown area cannot be dismissed.” Continued on page 18
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Developer proposes Kingston to host Victoria Day Centennial Drive high-rises in fireworks at scenic west end park Cat North neighbourhood
the 40-acre park underwent major improvements to the shoreline, walking trails and picnic areas. A new splash pad, playground and amphitheatre were part of the refurbishment. A 12-foot wide staircase and sloped pathways also provide easier access between the park’s upper plateau and the enhanced waterfront setting. Victoria Day fireworks used to be a staple of Lake Ontario Park until around 2002 when it was cancelled during a feud between the city and the site’s former amusement park operator. It costs about $1,000 a minute to light fireworks. There was no debate among councillors about the motion to spend $20,000. “I’m all in favour of more things that get people down there,” said Coun. Liz Schell, whose district includes the spacious waterfront park.
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Kingston Heritage – A growing Kingston neighbourhood could get even more housing than what was originally envisioned. A new subdivision is planned within the Cataraqui North neighbourhood that would add hundreds of townhouse and apartment units at 1163 Centennial Drive, currently a vacant lot north of Princess Street. “The proposed development includes 40 stacked townhouse units; four high density residential buildings of varying heights (4-12 storeys); commercial buildings and a mixed use residential/ commercial building,” according to documents submitted to the planning department. The developer, Marilyn Taylor, is seeking Official Plan, zoning and subdivision approvals to build a total of 561 residential units. The property in question is 6.6 hectares (16 acres) in size and located on the southwest corner of Centennial Drive and Cataraqui Woods Drive. It is within an area the city has defined a business district that is “primarily intended to accommodate employment opportunities,” according to the planning department. However, the site’s owner says housing would be a better fit for the property rather than trying to find commercial buyers or tenants for the land. The proposal was the focus of a public meeting at the planning committee March 20. However, there are many factors for planners and politicians to consider before they
decide whether to change the land designaKingston Heritage – Victoria Day fireworks are tion from commercial to residential. The developer is also asking for permission returning to Lake Ontario Park for the first time to increase the area’s density from 125 dwell- in a decade. City council voted 11-1 to support a March 18 ing units per hectare to 175 units per hectare, and to increase the maximum building height motion by Mayor Mark Gerretsen to restore the from eight to 12 storeys. In addition, some of fireworks display starting this year. “It’s not just about fireworks. It’s about putting the property is designated as open space and on another event that focuses around family acan environmental protection area. The developer has submitted noise, traf- tivities on Victoria Day as the summer gets into fic impact, land use and other reports in sup- motion,” said Mayor Gerretsen. City staff are now working on details to hold port of its high density townhouse/apartment building application, which includes an L- the event, but it will cost the city up to $20,000 to shaped street that would connect to both Cat- put on a holiday fireworks show at dusk. Funding will come from a reserve fund this year, and it will araqui Woods Drive and Centennial Drive. One of the main reasons for the massive be up to future councils to determine if housing project is the apparent lack of buyers the annual cost should be included in the for the commercially-zoned property over the operating budgets. The idea gained momentum last year past six years. 566 Cataraqui Woods Dr., Kingston, ON K7P 2Y5 R0012624471-0403 TICO#50007364 “Commercial developers have shown mini- following the $4 million revitalization Easter: Apr 18-21 mal interest in these lands,” according to one of the scenic west end park. The mayor turned to social media to survey residents report prepared for the developer, which notVictoria Day Weekend: ed limited market demand, the existing pres- on whether they’d like to see fireworks, and 58 percent indicated support. ence of major retailers, undesirable location May 15-18 & May 15-19 “The idea was to try and generate with limited visibility to traffic and insuffiThe British Isles Show .........................................Apr 12 another opportunity to bring people tocient local density. CreativFestival ....................................................Apr 26 In arguing the site is not suitable for solely gether. And that’s what I saw a lot on Fa- Toronto Premium Outlets & Yorkdale Mall ......Apr 26 o u t r y . n A A cebook and Twitter. That’s what people n y retail uses, the developer says housing would tim Niagara Falls Spring Getaway ...................... Apr 27-28 e. Nevon.” er expire! be a better fit for the area due to its proximity were focusing We Will Rock You: A Musical by QUEEN .............Apr 30 The city will also host its traditional to major retailers, existing park space, public Rochester Lilac Festival ............................... May 12-13 transit and the city’s desire for urban inten- Canada Day fireworks in the down- Nashville, Memphis & Louisville................. May 22-29 town. sification. “My intent was not to try and com- Ripley’s Aquarium & Bowmanville Zoo ... May 23, Jul 16 “It also provides a transition between empete with other areas of the city,” the New England: Foxwoods & Boston............. May 26-29 ployment uses to the north, and west of the Cape Cod & Newport .....................................Jun 16-20 low density neighbourhood to the east, and mayor explained. He says Lake Ontario Park is a perintroduces a wider range of housing choices,” (613) 384-0012 www.GoMcCoy.com fect venue for fireworks, especially since according to the developer’s report.
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Kinsmen Dream Home proceeds already being distributed to worthy local causes By Hollie Pratt-Campbell hpratt-campbell@perfprint.ca
Heritage News - For 26 years now, community members in the Kingston area have excitedly purchased tickets for the Kinsmen Dream Home Lottery in hopes of winning a brand new, luxurious, state-of-the-art home. This year’s Dream Home is located at 889 Roshan Dr. and is valued at $500,000.
But the best part of purchasing Dream Home tickets, which are currently on sale for $150, is that doing so benefits charities and causes right here in the community – and some of these funds have already been distributed. Recently, the Kinsmen donated $20,000 of Dream Home profits to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), with specific instructions that the money be used to help local children who are blind or partially sighted grow in to suc-
cessful, confident adults. CNIB’s child and family services support children through programs like Braille preparation, tactile learning sessions and peer programs. Kinsmen member Pete Butler explains that the CNIB was a regular donation recipient years ago, as a couple of club members at the time had a personal connection to the charity. They were inspired to return to the cause when they were made aware of a strong need for support in this area among local children. “Frankly, we’re most strongly motivated by children in need,” Butler says. [The $20,000 will go toward] buying equipment to assist these kids. We service what we sell! It’s a sizable donation and it’s all proceeds from 1504 Bath Rd our Dream Home draw.” 613Another $20,000 has also already been donat546-4248 ed to the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Kingston (SVDP). Butler says the Kinsmen were first made www.wardsmarine.ca aware of this cause when he visited the organization personally several years ago. SVDP helps the neediest members of our society by offering a hot meal program daily; it also features a warehouse and emergency food pantry for those in need of clothing, food and other necessities. “I visited St. Vincent de Paul and observed their action and frankly I said at the time that I’d *XP Sales Event offers valid 3/1/14 to 4/30/14, see dealer for details. Warning: The Polaris RANGER® and RZR® are not intended for on-road use. Driver must be at least 16 years old with never seen a better bang for the buck,” Butler a valid driver’s license to operate. Passengers must be at least 12 years old and tall enough to grasp the hand holds and plant feet firmly on the floor. All SxS drivers should take a safety says. “I’d never seen people utilize resources as training course. Contact ROHVA at www.rohva.org or (949) 255-2560 for additional informawell as these people did. They have a lunch protion. Drivers and passengers should always wear helmets, eye protection, protective clothing, and seat belts. Always use cab nets or doors (as equipped). Be particularly careful on difficult gram, and the average cost of a meal was under terrain. Never drive on public roads or paved surfaces. Never engage in stunt driving, and avoid excessive speeds and sharp turns. Riding and alcohol/drugs don’t mix. Check local laws $1. Yet the meal that they were serving was outbefore riding on trails. ATVs can be hazardous to operate. Polaris adult models are standing and professionally made.” for riders 16 and older. For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection and
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Four years ago, Kinsmen made a $25,000 donation to SVDP. In that case, as with the current donation, the money was intended to support the organization in the best way they deem fit. “Normally when we go into a group [we tell them what we want the donation to be used for],” Butler says. “For example with CNIB we said ‘we want to help your kids’. But in this case, because the quality of work that St. Vincent de Paul does on a highly limited budget, we weren’t going to give them any constraints.” If Dream Home tickets sell out, Butler estimates that about $250,000 will be raised to distribute to charities throughout Southeastern Ontario. And there’s still time to pick up your tickets – assuming they haven’t already sold out. They will be sold April 4, 5 and 6 at the Kingston Home Show, to be presented at the Cataraqui Sports Complex, located at Sydenham Road and the 401. The draw will be held on Sunday, April 6 at the Home Show at 4:45 p.m. “We had a very good draw last year that did sell out,” Butler says. “The last tickets were sold at the Kingston Home Show and I think it was around 2:45 in the afternoon, so two hours before the draw.” Tickets can also be purchased at local financial institutions, select retail outlets or by calling 1-800-461-1546. For more information, visit www.kinsmendreamhome.com.
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Kingston Heritage – Officials are remaining tight-lipped about the sudden departure of the City of Kingston’s chief planner, Grant Bain. “I can’t say anything about Grant. Sorry. He’s no longer with the corporation,” said community services commissioner Lanie Hurdle, who now oversees the planning department. Bain was hired as Kingston’s director of planning and development in 2011, leaving a similar position in Prince George, British Columbia. Barely three years into his job, Bain left the city’s employment earlier this year, but no one is saying why. “He’s gone. That’s the only thing I was told,” said Coun. Kevin George, former chair of the planning committee, noting councillors were given a brief e-mail about Bain’s departure in January. Bain was responsible for several high-profile initiatives during his brief time working for the City of Kingston. Among them; implementing the Mayor’s task force on streamlining development, legalizing basement apartments, Williamsville Main Street Study with cycling lanes on Princess Street and, more recently, following council’s controversial direction to include ‘caPlace Place youyour ad in ad in EMC the Classifieds Classifieds
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Heritage Editorial - About a month ago I wrote about the difficulty I was having with my parents putting their house up for sale. Now, one month later, the house has sold. Actually, it sold two and a half weeks after going on the market. It shocked all of us, including my parents who had yet to find a new place to move to. But now, after everything has sunk in and my parents have found a new house, comes the hard part – packing. Anyone who has moved before knows exactly what I mean. Packing up your life is never fun and for my parents, who lived in our house for nearly 30 years, it is certainly not fun at all. I know that 30 years is a long time, but my parents are also pack rats. They have so much stuff!
I went home a few weeks ago to help them with some of it, but we didn’t even know where to start. I ended up turning my attention to my room and focusing on purging a bunch of the things I don’t need or want to keep. This became far more difficult than I initially expected. I’m totally fine with purging clothing a the end of each season or getting rid of makeup that I’ve accumulated but is now old and should be thrown out, but when it comes to memorabilia from different times in my life, I find it very hard to let go. As I went through my room I found old photo albums, yearbooks, CDs, notebooks from high school and university and old diaries. These items literally tell the story of me and I find it very difficult to part with them, but then the question of where do I fit them into my current life comes up. My parents are downsizing and will no longer have a ton of space to store all of my old stuff so I really
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Editorial – The death of three members of a Brampton family last month sadly underscores the dangers of carbon monoxide and the need for working alarms. When their furnace quit working, the family opted to use propane heaters to heat the home during the recent chilly conditions. While five members suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning, three were pronounced dead and the other two were treated. Poisoning by the gas was also blamed for deaths in the pre-holiday ice storm across the province. In this case, the family had working carbon monoxide detectors, which had activated when another family member came home, but Brampton Fire and Emergency Services warned that propane heaters should never be used indoors. The gas is invisible, odourless and colourless which makes it all the more important to have detectors. According to Statistics Canada, there were a total of 380 accidental deaths due to carbon monoxide poisoning in the country between 2000 and 2009. To cut down on the risks of carbon monoxide, the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs recommends that people place detectors in their home, located outside every sleeping area and ensure that fuel-burning appliances (furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, etc.) are regularly maintained and the ventilation is checked. Often obstruction by snow and leaves can occur. Never bring an outdoor heater, generator or barbecue indoors when the power is off or your heat source quits as most are designed to stay outside and aren’t properly ventilated. If you think your home does have a carbon monoxide leak, exit as soon as possible. Symptoms to look for include: headaches, feeling tired or short of breath, impairment of motor functions, and at prolonged exposure, chest pain, dizziness and having trouble thinking. Following a few simple tips can give you and your family peace of mind and the tools to know what to do should you encounter such a situation.
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Free To Non-Profit Organizations | Please Include: Name, address and phone number. Deadline: Thursday at 11 a.m. Send to: whatshappening@theemc.ca 560 Legion Events: Friday, April 4: R’n’R Karaoke, Fireside Lounge, 8 p.m. midnight. Small cover for non-members and guests. Saturday, April 5: Chuck and Western Sky, Fireside Lounge, 8 p.m. – midnight. Small cover for non-members and guests. 560 Legion, 734 Montreal St. 613-548-4570. Everyone is welcome. The April meeting and Annual House Plant Show of the Gananoque Horticultural Society takes place Wednesday, April 9, 7:30 p.m. at the Carveth Care Centre (Herbert St. entrance). Entries due by 7 p.m. Speakers: Elaine Collins and Tanya Udell from Gananoque’s Canadian Tire Garden Centre. Seed Exchange- Bring & Trade. Please Bring a Mug. Visitors Welcome. Info: http://www. gardenontario.org/site.php/gananoque “Helping Haiti” Musical Event, featuring Haitian artist Scraggy, and local artist TRUX, Thursday, April 3, 8 p.m., at Monte’s (Tir Na Nog building), 200 Ontario Street. Free will offering at door. Cataraqui Canoe Club - Saturday, April 5: Napanee River Paddle, from Yarker to Camden East. This is an easy river with some white water, some fast current, but nothing too difficult. Ideal for beginners, open canoes and kayaks. Cold water protection is essential. For details, call: 613-389-4459. SOCKingston Event: Join Dawn and friends at Clover Leaf Lanes, 10 Bath Rd., for 5-pin bowling on Saturday, April 5 at 4 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. at the Star Diner, 849 Princess St. Everyone welcome. Call our club line at 613-530-4912 to RSVP. Canadian Club of Kingston, luncheon meeting, Wednesday, April 9, at noon. Non-members welcome. Speaker: Chris Boyce, Executive Director of Radio and Audio, CBC English Services. Minos Village Restaurant, 2762 Princess St. Reservations: 613-3842021: Door fee. Club info 613-530-2704, www.canadianclubkingston.org. The Kingston Grandmother Connection meets the first Monday of each month at 5 p.m., at Ongwanada Resource Centre, 191 Portsmouth Ave. Next meeting: Monday, April 7. We raise funds for The Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmother to Grandmother Campaign and Help Lesotho. New members welcome. You do not have to be a grandmother to join us. Deb@613-5426993. kingstongrandmotherconnection@ gmail.com www.g2gkingston.ca Kingston Humane Society Bowl for the Animals, Sunday, April 13, Cloverleaf Lanes, 10 Bath Rd. 1 p.m. Noon registration.
A fun afternoon where teams of six bowlers dress up, enjoy bowling, a Lucky Draw Auction and raise critical funds to help care for homeless animals in our community. Register a team of six or register individually. Silent auction. Info: 613-546-1291. Travelogue – Experience the World, Wednesday, April 9, 1:30 p.m. Discover Oceania. Shirley Lew, Oceania Cruises, talks about their itineraries, fine cuisine, and entertainment. Location: The Royale. Free; register at 613-548-7810. Presented by the Seniors Association, Merit Travel, and the Royale. K3C’s Women Supporting Women Group’s April Event: Tuesday, April 8, 1:30 – 3 p.m.: Question and answer session regarding Expression through Art. K3C, 417 Bagot St. For more information, call: 613-549-7850. KSOA’s Window Art Gallery, Victoria @ Princess, is hosting the Kingston Photo Club’s Annual Juried Exhibition and Sale, from April 2 - April 27. The Opening Reception takes place Sunday, April 6, 1 – 4 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesday – Sunday, noon – 4 p.m., and Thursday noon – 8 p.m. OLMC Children’s Consignment Sale, Saturday, April 5, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 97 Park Cres., Amherstview. Small adult door fee. Cash only sale. Half-price in the last hour. VON SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) start-up of New Free exercise class for 55+ at Parham United Church on Wagerville Road every Tuesday & Thursday from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., beginning Tuesday April 8. Call Joanne to register at 613634-0130 ext. 414 or 1-800-301-0076 or e-mail: joanne.irvine@von.ca. Also inquire about our other free classes in Sydenham, Verona and five locations in Kingston. The Kingston Photographic Club presents their Annual Juried Exhibition & Sale at Window Gallery, 647 Princess St. (at Victoria), Wednesday, April 2 – Sunday, April 27. Gallery hours: Wednesdays, Friday – Sunday 12 – 8 p.m. and Thursday 12 – 8 p.m. 3 on 3 Youth Hockey, begins Wednesday, April 2, Invista Centre – Rona Pad, 6 – 7 p.m. (6 – 12 years) and 7 – 8 p.m. (teens to young adults). Limited spots left. Register by phone at 613-389-1606 (Steve) or email timmyrevell@gmail.com. Wicked Grin’s CD Release Party, Saturday, April 5, 8:30 p.m., at The Standeasy @ the RCHA Club, 193 Ontario St. For over 10 years, Murray Kinsley and Wicked Grin have been rocking Ontario and Quebec with their in-your-face blues, including playing
Ottawa Bluesfest, Kingston Bluesfest, Calabogie Blues and Ribfest. For more information, please call Bruce at 613-384-8168. The Salvation Army in Kingston is in need of volunteer greeters and receptionists one day a week for the free Income Tax Clinic, which runs until May 9. To volunteer at the clinic, please contact Debbie Kirkwood at 613-548-4411 ext. 29. To make an appointment please call 613-507-4151. Theatre Pipe Organ Lovers: Enjoy the majesty of the Mighty Kimball Organ, and. Come and enjoy some of the world’s most loved organ masterpieces. Presented by The Kingston Theatre Organ Society this Friday, April 4, 7:30 p.m., 89 Kirkpatrick Street. Our guest organist Mr. Clark Wilson will feature Buster Keaton in the classic “Cameraman”. Advance tickets available: 613-386-7295. The Kingston Newcomers Club’s next meeting is April 7, and will be a joint meeting with the Alumni, and is for paid members only. There will be no regular meeting on April 8. We will have our regular meeting for May on May 13 at 7 p.m. Gordon F. Tompkins. To finish the year, will be our wrap-up annual Dinner for paid members only. The Kingston Horticultural Society invites groups to apply for a limited Community Improvement Fund for 2014, to complete horticultural projects. The projects must benefit Kingston’s citizens, and meet other criteria. Apply by April 14. Forms at www. ikweb.com/khs/ or 613-389-8895 (Brenda).
All About Bees Presentation at Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area, Sunday, April 6, 2 p.m. Join Seldom Fools Apiculture and learn about the honey bee’s role in our lives. We are located on Division Street, just two km north of Highway 401. Entry fees apply. Info: Visit www.crca.ca or call 613-546-4228 x 500. 39 Club of Kingston Dance, Friday, April 4, 8 – 11:30 p.m. Music by Runaway (Red & White Night), Royal Canadian Legion 4043 Bath Rd. @ Collins Bay. Dress code is smart casual. A Country & Gospel Music Night with Jon McLurg and Friends, Friday, April 11, 7 p.m., Inverary United Church (4681 Latimer Rd). Freewill offering. Refreshments. Kingston Rideau Trail Spring Hikes, Saturday, April 5: Cataraqui Trail. Easy terrain, at a moderate pace, for 14 km. Restaurant lunch stop, or bring your lunch. Cataraqui Trail from Harrowsmith to Sydenham, and return. New hikers welcome. Meet at 10 a.m. from the Kingston Centre, Canadian Tire parking lot, Bath Rd. Carpooling available. Small gas fee. Info: 613-548-3003. Sunday, April 6: Charleston Lake Provincial Park. Hike the Tallow Rock Loop for 10 km, moderate to difficult terrain. Bring lunch and water and meet at 9 a.m. at the Kingston Centre, Canadian Tire parking lot, Bath Rd. Carpooling available. Small gas and park fee. Info: 613-659-3894 or 613-888-8066.
ing is Kyoko Ogoda, a Japanese Taiko drummer & Marimba Performer. Purchase tickets from the Church Office, 1 Redden St. 9 a.m. - noon, weekdays, or call 613-389-8082. Kingston Horticultural Society meets on April 10, 7:30 p.m., at the Ongwanada Resource Centre, 191 Portsmouth Ave. Featured speaker: Nancy Cole, discussing Growing Herbs, plus a Show Corner. Small admission fee for non-members. New members welcome. Info: www.ikweb.com/ khs/ or contact Brenda at 613-389-8895. The Healthy Minds Healthy Futures series of workshops supported by Frontenac Family of Schools welcomes Dr. Ian Manion to present promoting resiliency in children and youth. Free admission. All are welcome. Tuesday, April 8, 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Frontenac Secondary School, 1789 Bath Rd. Info: 613-389-2330 or FROSS_Council@limestone.on.ca. The Kingston Business & Professional Women’s Club meets Wednesday, April 9, 5:30 p.m., at Smitty’s Restaurant, 2376 Princess St. (Chapters Plaza). Speaker: Ginny Trousdale. We raise awareness of women’s issues, provide networking support, and award an annual bursary to a female entrepreneur. Information: Kay at kaymwallace@hotmail.com. Spring Revival April 2 – 6 at the Pilgrim Holiness Church, 2900 Princess St., Wednesday – Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Speaker: Rev. Joe Smith. Call Pastor Krohn at 613-389-8291 for info.
Spring Fashion Show: Friday, April 4, 2 p.m. See spring styles from Northern Reflections, Fancy That, and the Roundstone, while enjoying afternoon tea and prizes. Presented by The Seniors Association. Location: The Seniors Centre, 56 Francis St., call for tickets & info: 613-548-7810.
Seeley’s Bay Legion, Friday, April 4, Friday Sole Fish & Fries Dinner, 5 – 7 p.m., Sunday, April 6, Old Time Fiddlers, 2 p.m. Includes dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 8 p.m. – midnight, Ryan Malcolm performs with his “Canadian Idol” family band. Info at www. abitofnostalgia.com. Sunday, April 20, Sunday Brunch 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Children 6- 12 are half-price. Children under 5 are free.
Bath Legion @ Millhaven’s Events: Friday, April 4, Friday Lunch Special, 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, April 5, Meat Spin, 1 p.m. Small fee per play. Bath Legion at Millhaven. Everyone is welcome.
Register for American Sign Language classes at the Canadian Hearing Society, Frontenac Mall, 1300 Bath Road. Learn ASL as a group. Limited seating. Please call 613-544-1927 to register, by April 11.
The Kingston Townsmen Chorus and the Limestone City Voices invite you to join them for an evening of singing on Monday, April 7, 7 p.m., at the Christ Church Parish Centre, 990 Sydenham Rd. Learn about chorus singing. Refreshments. Free. RSVP at 613-817-7233 by Friday, April 4.
Immune system down a bit? Too many colds? Let’s spread good health at Health Pursuits! Come join us at the Isabel Turner Library, 935 Gardiners Rd., on Monday, April 7, at 7 p.m.
Perth Road Maple Syrup Festival, Saturday, April 12, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. All day pancakes & sausages. Crafts, syrup for sale, pony rides, and more. Small door fee. Children under 3 free. North of 401 on Division St. for 20 mins., turn right at the Perth Road Convenience Store, and look for the whitesided hall and church,
“Around the World’, a Music West Concert, Friday, April 11, 7 p.m., St. Andrew’s by the Lake United Church, Reddendale, featuring The Young Choristers Limestone Junior Choir, (Grades 3 - 8) directed by Ruth Judd, accompanied by Kim Ducca. Also perform-
Simply Paradise Dance every Sunday 6 - 10 p.m. at the 560 Legion, 734 Montreal St., Kingston. Admission includes munchies, prizes and a tasty meal. Music by Superior Sound. Singles or couples 40-90 welcome. Contact: Shirley Skinner, 613-634-1607.
Muffin Madness fundraiser for ‘’Happy Tails Rescue Dogs’’, Thursday, April 10, 11:30 a.m. Join us at 50+ Fitness, 736 Mona Dr. For more info, please call: 613-389-6540.
Dinner, dance and silent auction on Friday, April 11, 5 p.m. – 1 a.m., at the Verona Lions Hall, supporting a local family of six who were left homeless. Pork dinner, pie, live music bands and dance. Musical artists include Brielle Leblanc, Bellfonix and Drop Down Mama. Silent auction. Cash bar. Advance tickets at St. Paul’s United Church in Harrowsmith: 613-372-2525 or from Marni Pedersen at 613-374-9929.
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Meistersingers invite you to a grand night of singing By Mandy Marciniak
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Heritage Events – Who doesn’t love a classic Broadway song? Well how about an entire evening of them? That is exactly what audience members will get if they attend the Kingston Meistersingers annual cabaret fundraiser entitled ‘A Grand Night for Singing: An evening of Meistertainment.’ This year’s show is being produced by members Jennifer Turner, Nicole Perera and Adrian Deveau and features a number of classic broadways tunes. “It’s a cabaret type night and it’s great entertainment,” added Perera. “We think we have a really great song list this year and it’s a lot of fun because we can mix up the style a bit and perform pieces from a variety of different shows.” This year marks the fourth year for the annual fundraiser and Meistersingers’ president, Liane Penny, emphasizes the importance of raising funds for the groups annual show. “We hope each year to raise about $3,000. I think what the general public doesn’t realize is how much it actually costs to put on a musical. The $3,000 doesn’t cover very much for us,” explained Penny. “We spend a lot of money in rent for the venue, but also in paying for the rights of whatever production we choose to do, so having a charity night really helps us with that cost.” This year’s event will be much more than just a show. The group has arranged for gourmet appetizers to be served throughout the evening, a cash bar, numerous silent auction items and a cake raffle. “It is a really great evening and there is something for everyone. We have a
variety of songs that will be performed. There will also be great food and amazing auction items,” added Penny. The Meistersingers have been performing in Kingston since 1968 and are now in their 46th season, a testament to the loyalty and camaraderie that comes along with the group. Penny and her family started performing with group six years ago and she urges other families to get involved too. “We have members from the ages of eight to 88 and anyone that is interested in participating in musical theatre can be a part of our group,” added Penny. “There is a real family community feel about the Meistersingers and now my daughters are both involved with it too and we’ve all been in shows together. It is really nice to take the stage with your own kids.” For producer Jennifer Turner, the evening and the annual show are really just about having fun and gathering with her fellow Meistersingers. “We all love music and we love performing so when you are with people that also love it, it is so much fun,” explained Turner. While this year’s production, typically performed in the fall, has yet to be selected, Penny hopes that they will be able to announce the selection at the fundraising event. “It is just another reason for people to come out and see our show. They are sure to have a great time and they will get the inside scoop on what’s to come.” A Grand Night for Singing: An evening of Meistertainment is taking place on April 12 at Memorial Hall at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door $25 Adults, $15 Students/Seniors. Children 12 and under are free.
From left, Sydney Fiset, Anna Houlden, and Daniella Springer will be performing a number from Hairspray at the upcoming Meistertainment fundraiser on April 12. Photo/Mandy Marciniak.
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Free To Non-Profit Organizations | Please Include: Name, address and phone number. Deadline: Thursday at 11 a.m. Send to: whatshappening@theemc.ca Kingston Region Spelling Bee Saturday, April 12. Registration is open in three age categories for children between the ages of 6 and 14. The winner in each category will move to the Provincial Championship. Fee subsidies available. Please contact Francois Chan at 613-547-7954 or email francoischan@hotmail.com. To register, visit http://spellingbeeofcanada.ca/register.
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Stroke Caregiver Group: Are you caring for someone who has had a stroke? The Stroke Caregiver Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month to share experiences, caregiving tips, info and mutual support. No charge. Contact Kathleen Pratt, RSW at 613-634-0130 ext. 469
New Zumba Kids Workshops and after school courses offer lots of energy, emphasizing fun with hip-hop, and pop music . ‘Moves’ especially for 4- to 14-year-olds . Youth are having fun and staying fit. Fundraising for the ‘’breakfast club’’ at Kids Zumba Centre. Info: Dee 613-389-6540.
Are you sick? Depressed? You are welcome to Kingston Healing Clinic where trained personnel will pray for you. Every Monday between 6 - 9 p.m., 999 Sydenham Rd., Kingston. Third Day Worship Centre.
Join the Grandmothers by the Lake in a fundraiser for African grandmothers on Saturday, April 5, from 2 - 4 p.m. at Trinity United Church, Hwy. 38, Verona. Guest speaker is Ed Lawrence, Canada’s gardening guru. Advance tickets recommended. Call Adele at 613-375-8845 or Marni at 613-374-9929.
Retired from Bell? We’re the Bell Pensioners’ Group (BPG), representing retirees from Bell and its affiliate companies. BPG will inform, advise, represent and support you. Visit www.bellpensionersgroup.ca and if you’re not already a member, click on the
Join the free drum circle at Ben’s Pub (105 Clergy Street) on Sundays, 8 – 10 p.m. Open to all. All ages, and wheelchair accessible. Bring hand drums, shakers, flutes, and other instruments (we have extra). Play, or watch. www.juliangregory.ca for more info.
The Frontenac Women’s Chorus welcomes new members. No audition, and the ability to read music is not required. Info: Connie Shibley at 613-374-3164.
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K3C is offering an ongoing drop in style peer support group for women who are experiencing or have experienced abuse within an adult relationship, Tuesday aftermppms at 417 Bagot St. Each week offers something a little different for participants. Kingston Blood Services - Clinic at 850 Gardiners Rd, every Tuesday and Wednesday 3 - 7 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Volunteer radio enthusiasts needed to create and produce 30-minute programs for seniors focused on recreation and sport. Experience an asset, buttraining is provided. Contact Jean Lawson at The Seniors Association at 613-548-7810 x 225, for information. The Kingston Unit 12 of The Korea Veterans Assoc. of Canada meets every 2nd Monday of each month Sept. - May at the Royal Cdn. Legion Branch 560 at 734 Montreal St. Korea Veterans and their spouses are welcome. Watch for more info about their garage sale in April. Info: Sandra or Tony at 613-5461970 or sandradee558 @sympatico.ca. KFL&A Public Health offers a free 8-week “Stay on Your Feet” falls prevention program in Kingston and Napanee. Kingston:
Thursday, March 20 – Thursday, May 8, 1 – 3 p.m., at KFL&A Public Health, 221 Portsmouth Ave. Napanee: Monday, March 17 – Monday, May 12, 10 a.m. – noon, at St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, 137 Robinson St., Napanee. To register, call 613-549-1232 or 1-800-267-7875 x 1209. Bridge Centre, Frontenac Mall, offers bridge lessons Mondays 9:30 a.m., Fridays 11:30 a.m. and Saturdays 10:30 a.m. We have duplicate bridge games for all skill levels every day, except Sunday. Partnerships arranged. For more information, call: 613-507-6565. Beginner Yoga Classes at 5 Beaver Cres. off Collins Bay Rd. Wednesdays & Thursdays 6:45 - 8:00 p.m. & Fridays 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. For more info: Sharon at 613 384-1547 or sharonruthprice@gmail.com. The Greater Kingston Chorus of the Sweet Adelines invite women (16+) to try us out! Four-part harmony, a Capella in Barbershop style. Learning CDs provided. Tuesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. at the Christian Fellowship Church, 2647 Hwy 38. Info: 613-389-9370. Euchre – S and A club every Monday night 7 - 9 p.m., for The Diabetes Association.
Kingston Shout Sister! Choir, directed by Georgette Fry, welcomes new members. We do not audition and learn our music by ear. All levels of singers are welcome. We sing a fun variety of music from pop and folk to Motown. Practices are Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the Kingston Seniors Centre, 56 Francis St. Kingston Shout Sister! Afternoon Choir, directed by Nancy Greig, welcomes new members, too. Practices are Wednesday afternoons from 1-3 p.m., Unitarian Place, 206 Concession St. (side door). GriefShare support group: For anyone who has lost a loved one. Mondays from 6:308 p.m. at Bayridge Alliance Fireside Room, starting Feb 3. Runs for 11 weeks. For more info contact Greg at 613-389-9060. Foot Care Wednesday – Friday. On-site assessment and treatment by experienced foot care nurses. The Seniors Centre, 56 Francis St. Call for info: 613-548-7810. Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation offers a Caregiver Support Drop-in the second Tuesday of every month from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at Grace Centre in Sydenham. Information: Mary GaynorBriese, Caregiver Support at 613-376-6477.
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Neither Parks Canada nor Kingston’s heritage community appear willing to challenge the SLPC’s obsession with change. Meanwhile, tourism and business partners seize any opportunity to celebrate the “rebranding” of Fort Henry; apparently oblivious to a substantial heritage market or even the importance of the Marine/ Guard relationship to our identity and economy. Reporting of a Chamber of Commerce award for the fort’s new projection technology boasted that the enhanced Sunset Ceremonies, “entertained more than 11,000 visitors in 2013 alone.” That’s roughly what the joint performances consistently drew on Marine Weekend.
There are no plans to mark this year’s 60th anniversary of the Guard/ Marine relationship. The one day appearance of Parliament Hill’s Ceremonial Guard, shamelessly marketed as a ‘world famous joint performance’, signals the end of an era. The Fort Henry Guard has undoubtedly paraded for the last time at Marine Barracks and its relevance as a cultural institution has been hugely diminished. No amount of deception and colossal speak can repair the damage. In Canada’s First Capital, we should be deeply embarrassed. William Munn Kingston, ON
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Dear editor, In 1989, after 50 years, Old Fort Henry was renamed Fort Henry by the St. Lawrence Parks Commission, the provincial agency responsible for operations. Twenty-five years later, in spite of a $40 million restoration and World Heritage affiliation, Fort Henry bears little resemblance to the “marvelous reproduction of 19th century military life” promised on its website. Visitors no longer arrive at the Advanced Battery; instead they enter The Trade Square, “Kingston’s newest shopping district”, with the opportunity to dine at the city’s “largest waterfront patio deck.” All tours and education programs are suspended for almost a third of the fort’s season as Fort Fright runs its course. Meanwhile millions in public funding has been secured for 21st century entertainment technology yet donations to protect “one-of-a-kind objects” are solicited online. Without question, revenue generation emerged as a legitimate concern in the 1990s. Provincial cutbacks were compounded by an expanding global tourism, unstable economy, high oil prices, the value of the dollar, and federal/provincial wrangling. A massive restoration was cause for optimism but the disruption complicated programming well into the new millennium and attendance fell. Old Fort Henry consistently drew more than 180,000 annually. In 2011, the last year for which numbers are available, admissions totalled 101,900. But SLPC policy may have far more to do with the decline than external factors. The debut of Fort Fright just a year after Fort Henry’s 2007 World Heritage affiliation was bewildering. Not surprisingly, the anticipated surge in visitation never materialized; in fact, attendance has steadily decreased and we are left to speculate on ‘what might have been’ had the UNESCO distinction been handled differently. So too might we wonder about the site’s popularity had the Fort Henry Guard’s significance been recognized. For half a century, the Fort Henry Guard’s role as ambassadors drew attention to Old Fort Henry and Kingston. Its distinguished resume included successes at Britain’s Royal Tournament, a feature role at Expo ’67 and appearances at functions across Ontario and the States. But more than anything else, their affiliation with the U.S. Marine Silent Drill Platoon and Drum and Bugle Corps is most cherished. The two units first paraded together in 1954 to commemorate the Ogdensburg defence agreement. Annual joint performances alternating between Washington and Kingston cemented the bond between the two institutions and strengthened the Guard. In 2013, the fort’s 75th anniversary, the Marines failed to travel to Kingston as expected; or at least as the SLPC had hoped. The Commission’s explanation that the Marines cancelled on short notice because they lacked funding is entirely out of character for an organiza-
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Fire & rescue services on Frontenac Islands’ agenda By Margaret Knott
EMC news- Frontenac Islands Council passed a standard bylaw to regulate the Township’s Fire and Rescue Services at the March regular meeting. Not unusual, but a first for the township. What is unusual is the make up of the of the Township itself, comprised of two islands, Howe and Wolfe, and their populations of 400 and 1400 respectively, separated by two ferries and over twenty kilometres of highway. Each has a Fire Station. Each has a service, fire on Wolfe and fire and rescue on Howe. The Howe Island Service established in 1977, is also classified as a Certified Emergency Response Team under the authority of the Ontario Ministry of Health, and is able to provide rapid response and offer some medical assistance. (Howe Island does not have a Volunteer Para Medic Service locally, as does Wolfe Island.) The regulating bylaw, as passed is a consolidated Frontenac Islands bylaw setting parameters for the emergency services they can provide. Councillors Natalie Nossal
and Councillor Wayne Grant, Fire Chiefs Mike Quinn (Howe) and Tim Hawkins (Wolfe), both in attendance at the meeting, will serve on a joint Committee of Council. Regarding the Fire Chiefs’ report on radio frequency, presented to council, the question was “Is the issue of radio frequency critical?” To which Chief Quinn replied that present equipment was now programmed with frequency authorized by former Pittsburgh Township to Howe, initially for use to alert firefighters over that frequency, then broadened to include Wolfe Island. “Originally we alerted firefighters by phone or by siren on the WI Fire Hall. Pagers, mobile radios were programmed with the frequency.” Quinn said that with amalgamation the frequency was absorbed by Kingston but the licensing agreement was not renewed. Realizing the problem, chiefs Quinn& Hawkins have been working with Industry Canada to obtain a frequency of its own for the township, as noted in a report to council. Industry Canada authorized the Fire Services to continue with business as usual, in the short term, and
as of January 2014 they have been granted a new frequency. The issue now is to bring back a technician to test the present equipment, to determine what is programmable or not, digital versus crystal, replacement costs, yearly (frequency) licensing costs and if approved by council, be ready when Industry Canada says it is time to immediately move over to the new frequency. “This is really about Frontenac Islands here and now, how we go forward, how we communicate in the future, ” Quinn said. “This is not about the frightening county wide communications discussion. We looked at the county project as an opportunity, but if it doesn’t fly we have to deal with our own problems.” Chief Quinn and Chief Hawkins were authorized to further participate in information sessions offered by the Fire Chiefs, Joint Fire Committee etc., regarding the Frontenac county Communications Study. Frontenac Islands is in the midst of budget deliberations, so many of the questions following the discussion referred to costs, equipment longevity, further infrastruc-
Manicures: maintaining healthy, soft hands It is always nice to treat yourself to a manicure, but did you know that manicures provide real benefits to the overall health of your hands and nails? Manicures are relaxing and can help you destress at the end of long day; however, you also greatly benefit not just from doing something relaxing but by maintaining a healthy hand and nail care routine. The origins of the word manicure are in fact rooted in personal care. The French word originates from two Latin words: manus meaning hands, and cura meaning care. There is certainly more to a manicure than simply nail polish. Your hands taking a beating day in and day out. They are constantly exposed to the elements, and are always on constant view. In winter your skin and nails can become dry and brittle, and in summer nails can grow quickly and hands generally require more cleaning as a result of you always being outside. It’s important to maintain a proper care routine to help your hands stay looking and feeling healthy and soft. A manicure generally takes between 30 to 40 minutes. A regular care routine means that you will have help treating
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any sores, broken skin or nails, and have assistance preventing or caring for hang nails. During a manicure you can expect a trained esthetician will begin by removing any remaining nail polish and cleaning your fingernails. Your hands will be soaked in a soothing water based solution, which further helps to cleanse and relax your hands. The esthetician will assess and shape your nails. He or she will cut, file, push back your cuticles and remove any dead or problem skin and hang nails. Once your nails have been thoroughly cleaned, trimmed and shaped, your esthetician will likely apply moisturizer and gently massage your hand and forearm. Once your nails are buffed and hands cleaned and moisturized, you may decide if you’d like your esthetician to apply nail polish. Overall your hands and nails will feel the difference and thank you for it. For more information on manicures, please visit the Designs by Terry facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ DesignbyTerryandCobicoJewellers. To connect with Designs by Terry phone 613-634-1541, or email designbyTerry@live.ca.
ture requests , value etc. AECOM’s Guy Laporte presented his 20 th annual Wolfe Island Waste Disposal site report, commenting that he had presented his first in 1994. Laporte noted that many changes had taken place particularly over the last few years, adding that “it is such a good dump I built a house on the island,” he said. He did say that there had been problems with covering the site often enough but that too has improved, looking better than it ever did. Mayor Doyle said, “with the time left, we can make up for past sins.” Twenty thousand five hundred vehicles visited the site in 2013, averaging 25 visits per household and those using the recycling facility remained as in 2012 at 89%. Based on capacity the waste site it will close in six years (2020), at $155,000 (estimated) and a $8,500 yearly post closure monitoring cost. Golder Associates Caitlin presented their report on the groundwater and surface water monitoring program, recommending a continuation of it into 2014. There were
some difficulties, and negotiations are on going for bit of extra land. “The site is doing okay right now,” she said. We will continue working with AECOM to resolve any difficulties. The question becomes what do we do in six years? Truck it Off? If so, where to? Around Town: *WI’s Blooming Gardeners are thinking Spring. REALLY!. They love to garden, come with all levels of knowledge , and are willing to learn from each other. You will have noticed their handiwork around the island, the Library; with pots and plantings at the Post Office, and Mosier’s Garage. The Gardeners will to take on areas at the Town Hall, Information Centre, and Community Hall. Another ..the Old House Museum… Interested in JOINING Blooming Gardeners ? They would love to have you. Call Linda at 613-3851947. Your commitment can match the time you have to give. *Hundreds (no exaggeration) of deer roaming the island. * Ice boaters enjoying most recent weather. *But it is still slip, sliding away weather. Watch where you walk.! * Mosier’s Store has reopened. * Euchre St. Margaret’s Hall Thursdays 7 pm.
Manage your diabetes using a natural diet and exercise Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects Canadians young and old. For many people, diabetes is brought about by the combination of age, lifestyle and diet. As people get older they can acquire what is known as “adult onset diabetes,” or Type 2 Diabetes, which is often the result of a bad diet and inactivity. For these people, their diabetes is usually controlled through a combination of diet, exercise and nutritional supplements. Through major changes these people can rid themselves entirely of diabetes, and, at the very least, they can manage it affectively by taking steps to adjust their eating and lifestyle habits. The Nova Health Naturopathic Centre based in Kingston, Ontario specializes in diabetes management. Using natural therapies, the clinic helps patients to lessen the impact of diabetes on their daily lives through a combination of diet and exercise. Under the supervision of Dr. Kimberly Oxbro, patients of The Nova Health Naturopathic Centre learn effec-
tive steps to take in order to reduce the symptoms of diabetes, and, in some cases, reverse the disease. In fact, studies show that diabetics who change their lifestyle under medical supervision have a 58 per cent reduction in the rate of diabetes. Dr. Oxbro also shows patients which herbs to take to help regulate their blood sugar levels and also how to decrease, and possibly eliminate, the need for harmful medication through diet and lifestyle changes. People who are struggling to successfully manage their diabetes should contact the Nova Health Naturopathic Centre in downtown Kingston. Using natural therapies and being medically supervised can dramatically improve the impact that diabetes is having on your life. To learn more about how to control diabetes affectively, please contact The Nova Health Naturopathic Centre by telephone at 613 546-9995, or check out the clinic online at: www.novahealthnaturopathic.com R0012624217
CBC’s Shelagh Rogers receives Queen’s Alumni Humanitarian Award Heritage Events – For CBC radio personality Shelagh Rogers, being called a humanitarian is not something she thinks about. Instead, Rogers sees the work she does as something that any concerned person should do. “I don’t really think of myself as a humanitarian, but I am very concerned about a couple of issues in particular in this country and I feel like if I don’t do something about them I get very itchy,” explained Rogers. The issues, for Rogers, are mental health awareness and reconciliation between aboriginals and non-aboriginals in Canada. She has been speaking about both of these issues for a number of years and now, Rogers is being recognized by the Queen’s Alumni Association with a Humanitarian award on April 5. Her initial response to the award was shock, but she couldn’t be happier to be receiving it. “It just blows my mind. I just think of people who are out doing things in a very concentrated and major effort and I am thrilled and honoured to receive the award, but I am also totally surprised. I think what I am doing, what I see myself doing anyway, is what any citizen should do. I feel like what I’m really doing is acting like a citizen and if there are awards for that then bring it on.” Rogers graduated from Queen’s in 1977 and started her broadcasting career at CFRC. She looks back on her time at Queen’s fondly and is excited to return to the city for the awards ceremony. “It has taken me a long time to get back to Kingston and I am really excited to come back for this award,” said Rogers. “Without the experiences I had at Queen’s as a student I wouldn’t be doing what I am doing now. As a student, I felt [that if I felt] an urgency about an issue I could act on it and there was every opportunity to do that and that is something I have continued to do in the rest of my life.” Rogers now speaks at universities, colleges, churches, corporate events and community centres about mental health, something that wasn’t easy for her initially, but something she urges more people to talk about. “I also speak about workplace health and how it is more than just physical safety, it is mental safety too. It has been really interesting and the more I speak about this issue, the more I am convinced that if we don’t start looking at mental illness as an illness we are in trouble. We really need to take the
stigma out of it and we need to work towards making it fully accepted.” Rogers’ other passion is the issue of reconciliation amongst aboriginals and non-aboriginals in Canada, or as she sees it, Canada’s mental health as a country. For the past three years, Rogers has been working tirelessly to raise awareness about this issue and she really hopes that more Canadians wake up and take notice. “It has had terribly far-reaching effects and it think we have to work very hard to build a new partnership between aboriginal and non-aboriginal people and that is really what is consuming me right now.” Rogers also added that Canada’s future hangs in the balance of whether or not we can mend these relationships. “I think it will become really clear that if we don’t start building relationships, we aren’t going to be building pipelines. You can’t just go in and say this is what we want to do without establishing a relationship. I think this is really important for the country moving forward and also for the conscience of the country.” Rogers will receive the Queen’s Alumni Association Humanitarian Award on April 5 at the awards gala. For more information on her work visit www.cbc.ca/thenextchapter
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Seeding a Summer Garden By Kate Kristiansen
Up in My Grill - Are you dreaming of a summer vegetable garden? In the past, I’ve had mixed success with gardening, but this year I’ve committed to getting it right! Gardening provides people with fresh, nutritious fruits, herbs and vegetables. Growing your own garden can be a very rewarding experience. Gardens provide those on low incomes with the opportunity to grow organic food, which is often expensive in retail stores. A garden also allows those concerned about the environmental impacts of food, to have control over the food they eat. My vision is of neat rows of vegetables, with a bountiful harvest, filling baskets with fresh food. I’ve devised some useful tips to help me with my planting goals this year. I am sharing them in an effort to help you do the same. 1. Plan ahead. Most keen gardeners begin careful planning in January, plotting out what seeds to buy, indoor preparation of plants, and purchasing soil and materials to get started. Make a list of vegetables you purchase from the grocery store to determine what you’d like to plant. Don’t forget to consider how much time it will take to maintain your
garden. If you have a small space or an apartment you could consider a container garden located just outside the door or even inside by a window. For me, I have loads of space, but little time to maintain a large garden. My plans are to build a raised garden, which I will manage better. 2. Think small. One of my past mistakes was over planting in a large space. In order to enjoy a garden, you must be able to maintain and control it. Don’t be too ambitious. 3. Choose plants that require little effort but are big producers. Determine what kind of soil you need and how fast things grow. For example, zucchini grow like wildfire; one hill is probably enough for a small family. 4. Share with others. Whether it’s seeds, equipment or your harvest. It’s cost effective and rewarding to support each other. In fact, why not grow an extra row and donate the food to Loving Spoonful. Each year this Kingston based charity organizes a “Grow A Row” campaign where you can drop off your surplus fresh healthy food at key sites around the city. For more information visit: lovingsoonful.org 5. Ask for advice. It’s important to research and
glean as much information as you can about gardening in your community. Ask farmers or friends and relatives to share their experiences on what works and how to prepare. 6. Choose a good site. Build your garden in sunshine and in good soil. Ensure ease of access to taps or rain barrels to keep garden watered. You can change the soil quality by adding nutrients and top layers to benefit the effectiveness of your growing crop. Some plants grow better when they are next to each other. Companion planting is also a good way to keep your plants healthy and even keep insects away. No room for a garden? Get involved in a local community garden. Community gardens play an important role in helping people to eat well. They are generally maintained by their members and still offer a great way to access fresh food. For more information visit lovingspoonful.org to explore the network of community gardens in your area. This year is going to be different. I am excited about the growing season, however short it may be. If you have a foodie biz or a local restaurant for me to visit please email me at ladydinesalot@gmail. com or follow me on Facebook or my blog Ladydinesalot.com.
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Community rallies behind animals in need By Hollie Pratt-Campbell hpratt-campbell@perfprint.ca
Heritage News - Deer may not be the first animals that come to mind when one thinks of pets, but for Allan Park and Jane McDonald, the five remaining bucks at the Fallow Deer Reserve in Harrowsmith are like family. “I’ve spent so much time here and so much time around these deer,” Park says. “I’ve come to appreciate them as beautiful animals. We have names for each and every one of them [based on each individual personality].” The reserve was formed in 2005 by Don Murphy and Wendy Workman, when it came to their attention that a farmer in Odessa could no longer adequately care for his herd of over 100 deer due to failing health. Thanks to generous donations from the community, Murphy and Workman were able to purchase the deer from the farmer for $4,000 and find a home for nearly 90 does and fawns at Omega Park in Montebello, Quebec. This left 13 bucks without a home, however, and Park and McDonald began searching for a solution. Eventually, they purchased 10 acres of land not far from the farm; with financial and manual assistance from the community, an eight foot high fence was then erected around the site, which contains a barn as well as a forested area, giving the deer a large, safe environment in which to roam and play. The term “fallow” deer refers to the breed, which is not native to Canada. “They’re native to the Middle East and the Mediterranean area,” McDonald explains. “They were brought to North America in the late 1800s and they definitely would not survive the winter without water and hay and food. They can’t really
be released into the wild anyway because they’re considered exotic.” In the wild, fallow deer are one of the few kinds of deer where males tend to live in a bachelor group when it’s not mating season, making the reserve a good fit for this group of bucks. “These guys hanging out together the way they do, it’s not anything abnormal,” Park notes. Still, this past winter, which is fast becoming infamous for its severity, has been hard on the deer. Three bucks, Max, Bash and Buddy, passed away in the last three months due to the harsh weather conditions and, in Buddy’s case, a tooth infection from which he was unable to recover. “We found him on the ground one morning in the snow and we got him up and he seemed to be okay but then he got an infection in his eye,” McDonald says. “We were treating him with antibiotics and we had him in the barn separate from the others because he was being bullied by them. We were really sure we could save Buddy but unfortunately one morning he just couldn’t stand up. That was the morning that we decided to [euthanize him]. That was a tough one because we really did think we would be able to save him.” And the vet bills weren’t cheap. For the first time in the history of the Fallow Deer Reserve, the non-profit board that runs it made the decision to put a call out for donations. Thankfully, the community came through for the deer – and then some. “Once again, the community lobbied around the deer and we were able to exceed what we were asking for,” Park says, explaining that while only $1,000 was immediately required, a total of $2,000 was raised. Now, only five deer are left: Mike, Murph, Moki, Spike and Egee (meaning
E.G. for “easy going”). Park notes that that extra $1,000 is sure to come in handy over the coming months and years. “What we do know is that as the deer age, the vet bills will increase,” he says. “And our intentions are to meet their needs rather than euthanize them just because a deer is having a little bit of a hard go.” Indeed, he notes that he and Jane have become quite attached to the deer over the years. “When we started out we virtually knew nothing about them, and they’ve educated us as much as any of the reading and stuff I’ve done on them.” Members of the public are welcome to come visit the Fallow Deer Reserve, the best time of year to do so being between May and September. To learn more about the reserve, or to donate money to it, visit www.fallowdeerreserve.org.
Right: “Egee” is one of the five deer left at the Fallow Deer Reserve. Above: Deer caregivers Allan Park and Jane McDonald. Photos/Hollie Pratt-Campbell
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Location for east-end community centre focuses on Greenwood Park By Bill Hutchins Reporter
Kingston Heritage – The search is underway for suitable land to build a new community centre to serve the fast growing population of Kingston’s east end. But the price tag could be hefty, according to a new report to city council. After months of study and public input, city officials concluded the preferred option is to acquire land and construct a community-based facility in the Greenwood Park area, rather than try to refurbish an existing building. “This option has an estimated cost between $9 million and $12 million,” according to the April 1 report by community services commissioner Lanie Hurdle.
Her report, which was expected to get council’s endorsement, would launch a further public consultation process and site selection search in the Greenwood Park area with the findings to be unveiled by the end of the year, likely putting the community centre’s fate and funding in the hands of the next council. The report also eliminates any municipal interest in acquiring the 50-year-old old J.E. Horton Public School in Barriefield for a community centre. Officials say the cost to purchase and renovate the mothballed school would range from $8 million to $12.6 million. “It is important to note that this is an estimate and that as per the City’s recent experiences; the cost could be higher as there are unknowns in the renovation of older facilities,” warned
Hurdle. The price tag to raze the school building and construct a community centre on the site is even greater, ranging from $12.7 million to $15.3 million, officials estimate. Aside from the uncertain costs of renovating an old school for community uses, officials point out that its location near Highway 15 and Highway 2 is too remote for many of the people who would use it. They say if the city is going to invest big bucks in creating a community hub for Pittsburgh District then it should be closer to the population base in Greenwood Park. “Considering the potential cost of this project, city staff believe that the facility should be located closer to the higher residential densities, have direct transit access, be fully accessible and be purpose built to accommodate as many programs as possible,” Hurdle wrote. The construction of a new community centre was identified as a ‘top 5‘ priority of east end residents during recent Town Hall meetings hosted by councillors. Kingston has not included any money in current or future budgets to construct the community centre, but Hurdle’s recommendation would ensure that tax funding is worked into future budgets. Some of the
financing would also come from development charges and potential community partnerships. The $9 million to $12 million land acquisition and building construction price range is based on what the city is currently investing in the Rideau Heights community centre project, and does not include ongoing operational costs. It’s estimated the city will need to purchase two acres of land for a 17,000 square foot multi-purpose community centre that can serve a wide range of programs for seniors and youth. There is no timeline yet to begin work on the Pittsburgh community building, which will serve an estimated 8,500 residents who now live east of the Cataraqui River. Pittsburgh District’s population has exploded in recent years; 716 residential units were built from 2009 to 2013, and there are planned subdivisions such as 352 units on the Highway 15 waterfront, 30 units at River’s Edge phase 2 and 46 units at Baxter Farm North. City staff admit the city’s east end has limited access to recreation, leisure and community services, except for those offered in John Machin Park, Grass Creek Park and Grenadier Park.
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A thoughtful cinephile’s art house “To me cinema isn’t a slice of life; it’s a piece of cake” —Hitchcock. That quote is on the menu board of The Screening Room, Kingston’s downtown independent movie theatre located upstairs at 120 Princess Street. It sums up cinephile Wendy Huot’s view of her career. Huot didn’t plan to own a cinema, but when the opportunity arose, she jumped. She says she grew up as an introverted kid who liked to collect things. Lego. Porcelain dolls. Stuffed dogs. Decorative soaps. Now, she laughs as she says that as a teen she moved to collecting the experience of watching movies. “I always enjoyed movies,” she says. “But as a teen, it became an overriding interest.” She describes going to movies as an event that’s unequalled. Her earliest film memories focus more on the experience than the content. “The first movie I saw was Hans Christian Andersen, the Danny Kaye film,” she says. “I remember the atmosphere of the dark room. It did something to the imagination. I’ve liked Danny Kaye ever since. The other early film I saw was Little Mermaid, which was also Hans Christian Andersen.” She says that the experience of seeing a movie in a cinema can be powerful or just fun. “Going to a movie is very democratic,” she says. “You don’t have to belong to a particular social milieu to gain access. Going to a movie can be life-changing and give you new perspective or it can be a completely immersive escape. You might have a very powerful experience or just go for fun. I especially like being in another city and going to see a movie by myself. “ Huot graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. She then completed a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies. She’s worked as a web programmer and in 2006 she became the web development librarian at the Queen’s University Library. That brought her from British Columbia to Kingston. She stayed with Queen’s until 2011. “I didn’t know anyone in Ontario when I moved here,” she says. “Even when I came for the job interview, I checked to see if there was something like The Screening Room in Kingston. When I realized there was, I knew I could live here.” While working at Queen’s, on her own time she ran a small underground film series called Cameo Cinema. She used spaces like Artel for showings. The idea of opening a single-screen movie-watching space whirled in her mind. “I love watching classic films,” she says. “I was making rough plans and exploring the idea. Then one day I found out the screening room was for sale. I thought, ‘oh my gosh, this is what I want to do. I have to buy it.’ I had a grim determination to see if I could do it.” She said that on some level, she didn’t think it would work out. But it did. She ended up with keys in hand for The Screening Room. The previous owner showed her the ropes. “It felt good,” she says. “I felt a sense of purpose. There really wasn’t too much hemming and hawing. I wasn’t weighing the pros and cons. When the opportunity arose, there was no choice, I was going for it. It’s all worked out. I’m really happy and the theatre is flourishing.” She watches as new people discover The Screening Room all the time. There’ s a good energy surrounding this theatre. She says there is a spiritual communal quality of coming together for the deeper experience of watching a film. “Even though in the 21st century with things like Netflix and downloads it’s not an overall fantastic time to be in the movie theatre business, but it’s a very good time for The Screening Room.” It is now the only cinema serving downtown audiences. Huot noted that having digital projectors allows The Screening Room to bring more movies to town closer to their release dates. “Films can be great conversation pieces,” she says.
“This is where The Screening Room can show the with an owner who cares about customers, you can For more information: 613.542.6080; http:// kinds of movies people can really talk about, the ones order tea and it’s served in a mug. moviesinkingston.com/ that raise interesting questions. We have great success with films that have been sleeper hits.” She says the corporate chains have movies with big box office openings, but The Screening Room can pick up films that have long-life potential after building slowly. She used Dallas Buyers Club as an example. “It really developed momentum,” she says. “We play movies with people dealing with real problems about love, work, life and death. Our movies run the gamut from fun to head-scratching and obscure.” In April, one of The Screening Room’s offerings will be Hayao Miyazaki’s The Wind Rises. “Miyazaki is the grand master of animation in Japan,” says Huot. “It’s set in World War II, but it’s more about people living their lives while the war was going on all around them. The film looks completely beautiful. Even if you don’t like animation, you really have to see a Miyazaki film to see what the medium can do.” There’s more than films at The Screening Room. “In any given month, we also have different community groups renting all the time.” Huot also brings in guest speakers, film festivals and guest filmmakers. She landed a contract with London’s Royal Opera House. “We’ve got exclusive rights in Kingston,” she says. “This year, we’ll show ten productions. These are things you won’t be able to see anywhere else. You’ll be at the opera, with intermissions and it’s all very civil. Anyone who loves opera will love these. And if someone is curious about opera, they might be surprised.” Also in April, Huot is bringing in four classic HolCinephile Wendy Huot, owner of The Screening Room, has had a love for movies since lywood films. Photo/Mark Bergin “We’re calling it ‘Family Plots and Twisted Ties,’” childhood. she says. “They are all classic Hollywood films that look at the darker side of the American Family.” These will include Whatever Happened to Baby Jane, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Bigger than Life, and The Bad Seed. I was surprised to see The Bad Seed on the list; it’s a movie I love, but it’s definitely dark and a somewhat more obscure Hollywood gem. “There are so many great scenes in that film,” she says. “But all four films have such over-the-top performances. Big acting. Melodrama.” She says that one of the things she likes about darker movies is that they make you appreciate what you have. “You can watch and think of things relative to yourself,” she says. “A person can think, ‘Wow, I though my family was messed up” and become more appreciative of their own life.” In May, a special series will include concert films and movie-related events. The selection is not decided yet, but Huot is looking at things like Woodstock, Stop ...to build brand awareness Making Sense, Gimme Shelter and A Hard Day’s Night. ...to stretch marketing dollars If you haven’t been to The Screening Room in a while, there have been changes. There’s a new ...to make more money sound and projection system, and the seats have all been replaced. “You genuinely feel like you’re in a community theatre here,” says Huot. “People bump into people they know and chat. We serve as a community gathering place in a way that a bigger theatre couldn’t pull off.” Huot said that Kingston is a small but international city. “I’m always impressed by how open-minded • Retention & Referral • Email Blasts • Newspaper Campaigns people can be,” she says. “We can play some pretty • Website Development • Marketing Plans • Flyer Design unusual films and still get an audience even though we’re not a large centre like Toronto or Montreal. • Mobile Sites / QR Codes • Coaching Sessions • Print and Distribution We just try to offer a more comfortable, down-to• Guerrilla Marketing • Frames & Displays • Compelling Creative earth experience. A lot of people are regulars. It can become a nice ritual to go to the cinema. Some people think we’re like a private club, but we’re Contact us to get started today! not at all. We’re just like any other movie theatre. You can even get popcorn.” Well, not quite like other movie theatres. The popcorn won’t require a second mortgage on your home. And you’ll find the regular candy and pop as BETTER THINKING BRIGHTER VISION in other theatres, but you can also choose organic susankbaileymarketing.com drinks and healthier snacks. And just so you know that you’re in an art house
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Heritage Sports -- As an active, sportsloving 11-year-old, Mary Besselink couldn’t help but worry when she found out three years ago that she had Type 1 diabetes. “Originally, I thought about how it would change my life. I was scared I would have to pull back from sports and vacations and change my eating habits,” says the now 15-year-old Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School student. As she was coming to terms with the diagnosis, Besselink remembered a sports camp she attended a few years earlier. “I noticed a girl who had diabetes playing basketball. I thought of her right away when I found out I had diabetes. ‘If she can play, well I can play too,’” she recalls. Besselink hasn’t looked back since then. She lists basketball as her favourite sport, and she stars as both a Crusader and as a member of her Kingston Impact club team. She also plays soccer with the Cataraqui Clippers and volleyball with the CATS program. If that’s not enough, she is gearing up for the track and field season when she will compete in the 800m and high jump events. Diabetes has not had the dramatic impact Besselink worried it would have
on her life. At the same time, though, it does take quite a bit of work managing the disease. She tests her blood sugar eight to 10 times a day to ensure her blood sugar is at a sustainable level. She counts her carbohydrate intake so that it stays in balance with her insulin intake. She eats the same lunch nearly every day at school which makes it easier, but there are times when it’s a challenge. “Counting carbs can be hard when you are out with friends or when you are travelling and have to eat out,” she says. Preparing for a big game involves more than stretching for Besselink. When she knows she is going to get a lot of exercise the next day, she will cut back on her insulin the night before so that her blood sugar is at an optimal level. “Sometimes when I test high before the game, I can’t play my best. I feel shaky and off my game,” she says. Besselink has used the Omnipod insulin pump since August. The tubeless system is small and discreet and doesn’t bother her at all when she is doing what she loves. “I enjoy the competitive nature of sports,” she says. “I also like just being with friends and playing sports.” Besselink can often be found with her friends when she is not playing sports, whether it’s hanging out at the
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Plus Antiques & Collectibles. Shop Tools. Yard Equipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Good Appliances. Household Furnishings. for the late Jessie Gamble @ 300 Dufferin Rd., Perth, ON K7H 3B8 (quietly located just off Hwy. 7) on Sat., April 19, 2014 @ 10 am Property to be auctioned @ 11 am
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Convenient location, only a few minutes to Perth having economical Drum. N/E Twp taxes ($2,000.00 +/-). Zoned Residential. Surveyed 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122; frontage x 244â&#x20AC;&#x2122; depth (0.56 acres) having 2 road accesses (Dufferin & at end of no-through Morris Rd). Presenting a quality, terra-cotta bricked, 3 bedroom bungalow (spacious master has his/ her closets). Complimented by a front foyer w/ double closet, Hanover kitchen & adjacent dining area. Large formal living room. 4 pce bath. Upscale parquet & cushion flooring, some fresh paint & newer windows on main level. Attached, double-duty heated mud room to oversized single car garage/workshop w/ concrete floor. Big & roomy finished basement family room w/ dry bar, boasting a tasteful, accent 1/2 bricked wall. Includes Regency freestanding natural gas fireplace (heats house, has elec. basebd backup). Large bedroom w/closet. Laundry & service room includes w/d hookup, water softener, 200 amps on breaker & tons of storage space. 3 year old roof. Entertaining back deck. Garden shed. Ideal yard for children and pets. Underground hydro. High speed internet. Paved drive. On well & septic. For private viewing, terms & conditions, please call our office at 613-267-6027. A noteworthy auction sale. The home is in respectable condition and in a prime location. There is a wide variety of well maintained items. Bring a lawn chair & participate in the bidding to settle the estate. Terms on chattels; Cash, Cheque, Debit, M/C & Visa.
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When it comes to success, former Olympian gold medalist and Amazing Race Canada host Jon Montgomery has a simple formula: passion and perseverance. The 2010 Vancouver Olympics skeleton racing champion – by .007 of a second – shared his story of passion and perseverance to a crowd of more than 500 students from three school boards at Loyalist Collegiate as part of the Boys and Girls Club of Kingston’s sixth annual Making a Difference Speaker Series. “You need to have the passion in your belly to weather the storm. Every journey has its ups and downs, and it’s the passion that will see you through the low places…Unless you love something, it will be way too easy to quit when the going goes tough,” explained 34 year old Montgomery, who didn’t discover his passion for skeleton racing until later on in life. Growing up in Russell, Man., Montgomery enjoyed playing hockey. His childhood hero was the NHL player Theo Fleury. Fleury, despite of being one of the smallest players in the league, helped the Calgary Flames earn their one and only Stanley Cup victory in 1989. He was also from Russell, Man., which in the eyes of Montgomery made him all the more a hero. “In my nine-year-old brain, I couldn’t fathom how somebody from this small town that I belonged to could play in the NHL,” he said. Not too long after his Stanley Cup victory, Montgomery had the chance to meet the town hero in person. It was during this encounter that he realized anything is possible and that big things do happen to small people from small towns. “I remember the experience quiet vividly. I guess I had built it up to being something more than it really was. I was left with the feeling of almost disappointed that he wasn’t this mythical creature that we saw play on the ice. He was just a regular man,” Montgomery told the students, noting that after meeting with Fleury his views on life took a turn to the better. “It was one of those moments that changes how your
brain thinks or processes information. I no longer looked at things through the eyes of someone that says ‘I can’t do that’, or ‘people from Russell, Manitoba’ just don’t do things like that. Everything became a possibility and my world became a lot bigger when I realized that people from anywhere can do anything.” By the time he graduated high school, Montgomery was sure he wasn’t set out to be the next hockey hero. He began his search for a new sport – one that he’d love and be passionate about. “I was looking for something in my life. Something I could sink my teeth into and something I could call my own. I knew that I was going to have to work hard and I knew that there were going to be sacrifices. I knew there was going to be a long road because I wanted to find a sport that I actually could represent my country at,” he said. In his search for a new passion, Montgomery attempted speed skating. “I thought ‘I’m a fast skater. I should be a good speed skater.’ It’s not quite that easy I’m afraid,” he told the students, describing how he almost “took out” an entire group of Japanese tourists as they were walking across the ice. “It was a horrible experience and I’m sure until this day, those people will never go to a speed skating event for fear that somebody will come bearing at them,” said Montgomery.
Though he ultimately got good at it, Montgomery didn’t feel passionate about the sport. In 2002, he found his passion by chance while visiting Calgary’s Olympic Park – home of the 1988 Olympic Games – with this mother. “As we are approaching the bobsled track, all of a sudden we hear this WHOOOSH down the track… We see this athlete come down face first, on his stomach at 125 kilometres an hour and you can imagine my surprise. I was beside myself. I thought I just witnessed the most horrible luge accident of my life. And then all of a sudden you see another athlete and another.” It became apparent this was no luge accident. The athletes were actually participating in skeleton racing and Montgomery instantly knew he had to try it. It was -30 Celsius when Montgomery made his first attempt at skeleton racing, which he describes as going down a waterslide on steroids. “By the end [of the track], I was bumped and bruised, my jacket was ripped, I had no idea what was happening to me, and I could not have been happier. I crossed the finish line and I was grinning from ear to ear like a dummy. It was the most exhilarating thing I have ever experienced in my life. “I knew at that exact moment, that I had found what I was looking for,” he said. Montgomery was not a natural at skeleton racing and like most people he struggled at the beginning. But he had a passion and persevered. “Failure is part of the process, you need to fail. It’s not the winning that teaches you how to be resilient, it’s the set-backs, it’s the loss and it’s the disappointment. It’s the knowledge that if I work harder, if I practice longer, if I’m more disciplined, I will be better tomorrow.” Fast forward eight years of dedication, discipline and practice, Montgomery found himself at the 2010 Olympic Games grinning from ear to ear, holding his gold medal in skeleton racing. Fast forward four more, and here he is inspiring kids right here in Kingston.
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Home projects perfect for spring The rejuvenating spirit of spring makes this beloved season an ideal time for homeowners to take stock of their homes and properties and address any issues that arose during the winter. While some homes make it through winter unscathed, the harsh weather of the year’s coldest season can add several tasks to homeowners’ springtime to-do lists. While some projects are best left to the professionals, others can be tackled even by those homeowners with little or no DIY experience. The following are a handful of projects tailormade for spring. Inspect the gutters Gutters tend to bear the brunt of harsh winter weather, and come spring gutters are in need of inspection if not repair. Winter winds, snow and heavy rainfall can compromise the effectiveness of gutters, which can easily accumulate debris and detach from homes during winter storms. In addition, gutters sometimes develop leaks over the winter months. As a result, homeowners should conduct a careful inspection of their gutters come the spring, being sure to look for leaks while clearing the gutters of debris and reattaching gutters that might have become detached from the home on windy winter days and nights. When reattaching loose gutters, make sure the downspouts are draining away from the foundation, as gutters that are not draining properly can cause damage to that foundation and possibly lead to flooding. Take stock of roof shingles Much like its gutters and downspouts, a home’s roof can suffer significant damage over the course of a typical winter. Shingles may be lost to harsh winter winds and storms, so homeowners should examine the roof to determine if any shingles were lost (lost shingles might even be lying around the property) or suffered damage that’s considerable enough to require re-
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The basics of cleaning windows After a long winter of snow and ice, many people are ready for the warmth and sunshine synonymous with spring. But dirty windows can block that sunshine from finding its way into a home. Washing windows can be quite an undertaking, particularly in those homes with many windows on multiple levels. However, there are several time-saving tips available that can cut the work considerably. • Save window washing for a cloudy day. Otherwise, the warmth and sunlight may dry the cleaning solution too quickly and you will be left with streaks on your windows. • Vacuum windowsills and tracks first to remove a good deal of dust and debris. This will reduce the amount of dirt you smear onto the windows while cleaning them. • Use a combination of a sponge soaked in cleaning solution and a squeegee to get really clean win-
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$394,900 Ideally located in Westwoods, all brick 4 bdrm, 3.5 bathroom home. Features updated double front door, hardwood & porcelain floors on the main level, large master with walk in closet and full ensuite, eat in kitchen with granite counters, finished basement with wet bar, den and 3 pc. bathroom, private backyard with new 15’x25’ two tiered deck, and much more. 1201 IRIS DR $519,000 Exquisite and expansive 4 bedroom home in wonderful Woodhaven subdivision. This 1 1/2 year old Tamarack home is enhanced with the finest of finishings throughout - hardwood floors, granite counters, fireplace surrounded by built in shelving, wired in surround speakers, oak staircase, 2 ensuite baths, upgraded custom kitchen.... to name just a few. This home is mint and move in ready, call today for your private viewing.
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Magnificent 2+2 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Lydenwood subdivision. This home features hardwood and ceramic throughout, upgraded trim package, cathedral ceilings, hrv and pot lights, open concept main floor, designer kitchen, large master ensuite with jacuzzi, massive rec room, stamped concrete patio, covered deck, inside entry from garage. This home is a must see! MLS
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119 Hungerford road • Investment opportunity ideal for community service • Zoning CF-10, municipal water & sewer, & ample parking • 2475 sq ft main floor, elevator to the lower level with same square footage • Full kitchen in lower level MLS14601735 $249,900
930 Victoria Street • Centrally located in Kingscourt • 3 bdrm, 2 bath • Original hardwood floors throughout main floor • Finished lower level with fireplace in Rec Room MLS14601126 $224,900
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Situated on the premier street in west end Amherstview is this beautiful 4 + 1 bdrm custom home features: Welcoming front foyer with french door, granite counters in oversized eat-in kitchen included study centre, floor to ceiling stone gas fireplace in the family room, mostly hardwood and ceramic floors through-out the entire home, potlighting, 3.5 bath rooms (double sinks with granite counter in main bath) with European fixtures, fully developed basement with stone gas fireplace, 5th bedroom and 3 piece bath with glass enclosure shower. Two tiered 19 x 16 ft deck with lighting & electrical, Beachcomber Hot Tub, above ground pool round out your outside play area.
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1515 simmons rd. $374,900 Executive ranch bungalow features 4 bedrooms, two full washrooms, main floor laundry, family rm, living rm, large country kitchen with walk out to full length deck, master bdrm with ensuite & huge walk in closet. Lower lvl features rec rm, office/hobby rm, work out rm, bar, storage/workshop with walk out to oversize garage (large enough for two cars toys and work bench). Very private setting only 15 min to the Cataraqui Town Centre. Many updates over the last few years.
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The upscale, 2240 sq. ft. executive home offers 3+1 bedrooms, in-ground pool, hot tub, updated kitchen, hardwood and ceramic flooring, main floor family room with walk out to rear deck, open concept dining room and sunken living, large master with updated ensuite, updated main and two pc washroom all on a 23.7 AC parcel of land.
373 GlenGarry rd - $279,900
This lovely 3+1 bedroom, 2 bath home is tastefully done with an upgraded kitchen and main bath, hardwood floors, high efficiency gas furnace. The lower level in-law suite features separate entrance, open concept kitchen/living area, one bdrm and 4 pc washroom, separate single car garage, huge yard!
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Looking for a starter or investment property? This location is hard to beat, directly across from St. Lawrence College, this 3 bdrm 1.5 Storey home is sure to please. Updates include most windows, furnace and a/c, bathroom and kitchen. Lots of parking and a single car garage round out this great little home.
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Sunny south facing 3 bdrms, two and a half bathroom, free-hold townhouse located in great city west neighbourhood. Open concept living room / dining room, kitchen with ample cupboards and pantries as well as a patio door to rear deck, landscaped and fenced rear yard. Lower level features recreation room and three piece bathroom. The seller has included all appliances.
Direct views of the Cataraqui Golf Course. Fabulous layout, with living room/dining room, separate family room with gas fireplace, and a bright sunny kitchen overlooking a large in-ground pool. The second floor boasts four bdrms, with a master ensuite, walk-in closet and small balcony. The lower level has a recreation room with fireplace, office, sauna, bathroom and exterior door to a rear yard, for pool guests.
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This waterfront home or cottage has so much to offer! This 3 bdrm bungalow features an openconcept living area, 1.5 baths, screened porch and shed plus it comes fully furnished with all you need to enjoy your time at the lake. Located on Upper Rideau with great waterfront for swimming or boating and minutes to Newboro. MLS#14602051
76 Sunset Crescent
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Enjoy fractional ownership at Wolfe Springs Resort on Wolfe Lake. These two end-unit villas are fully stocked with all you need to enjoy your 5 weeks at the lake. Resort amenities include recreation room, theatre room, BBQ and firepit area, fitness area, boat house, kayaks, canoes, paddleboats plus more. Unit 1-4 is a lakeside villa while unit 7-4 has views of the golfcourse fairway. MLS#14602160 and MLS#14602155
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Acreage within the city limits! This 100 year old home sits on almost 15 acres of land and includes 4 outbuildings. This 3 bdrm home has charm and potential and is a perfect project for a handyman. The windows, electrical and plumbing have all been upgraded and the family room has been renovated with new engineered hardwood. MLS#14602039
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This spacious 4 BR family home offers over 2600’ of living space. The big eat-in kitchen displays ceramic flooring & new counter top. There’s a separate DR & LR both w/hardwood flooring. All bedrooms are generous in size & carpet free also with hardwood. Both bathrooms have been renovated. The lower level features a sizeable rec room with fireplace as well as a 2nd large living area leading to laundry, sauna & walk out to backyard. There you will find a big deck & gazebo. Shingles & most windows are under 10 yrs old. Located in a great neighbourhood. Come see on Sunday! MLS®14600816.
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An absolutely charming home w/spectacular view of rapids & waterfall from wrap around deck & 3 season sunroom. Main floor offers a spacious open Kit/DR with oak cabinets. Pocket doors lead to LR and 4th BR/den. There’s also main flr laundry & powder room. Upstairs you’ll find 3 spacious bedrooms & a relaxing bath with classy fixtures & tiling. Lovely flooring throughout. This home also features a det. garage. In move-in condition with many upgrades & character of yesterday maintained. See Panoramic Views Online. 6 appl. included. Just 20 minutes to Kingston or Napanee. MLS®13609653
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Things to consider before downsizing your home Once their kids have left the nest, many men and women over 50 begin to consider downsizing their homes. Downsizing to a smaller home can be beneficial for a variety of reasons, including less home to clean and maintain, more affordable utility bills and lower property taxes. But the decision to downsize is rarely black and white, and men and women often struggle with that decision. Perhaps the most difficult part of the decision of whether or not to downsize to a smaller home concerns the sentimental attachment many homeowners, especially those with children, have to their homes. The home might be too big for your current needs, but it also was the same place where your son took his first steps and where your daughter lost her first tooth. Saying goodbye to a place that was home to so many memories isn’t easy. But there’s more than just sentimental value to consider when deciding whether or not to downsize your home after the kids have grown up and moved out. Personal finances Your financial situation merits significant consideration when deciding if the time is right to downsize your home. If your retirement nest egg is not as substantial as you would like it to be, then it would seem as though downsizing to a smaller, more affordable home is a great opportunity for you to start catching up on your retirement savings. But that’s only true if your new home won’t incur any additional expenses that are al-
ready taken care of in your current home. For example, your current home may be fully furnished, while a new, smaller home may require you to buy all new furniture because your existing items simply won’t fit. The cost of such furnishings can be considerable. If you plan to move into a condominium, you can expect to pay monthly homeowners association fees, and such fees are often substantial. So while the condo itself might be smaller, the additional expenses associated with the property may end up making the smaller home more expensive and prevent you from saving more money for retirement. Real estate market There are seller’s markets and there are buyer’s markets, and ideally you would like to sell your home in a seller’s market. But keep in mind that this might be the same market in which you hope to buy a new home. The nature of the real estate market depends on a host of factors, including geography. If the city or town where you currently live is in the midst of a seller’s market and you are planning on moving to a location where buyers have the upper hand, then now might be a great time to move. But if you currently live in a buyer’s market and hope to move to a seller’s market, then you may end up paying a steep price, even when downsizing to a smaller home. Things may even themselves out if you want to downsize to a smaller home within your current community, but do your homework nonetheless, researching
the time of year when you’re most likely to get the most for your home and find the best deal on your next place. The advantage men and women considering downsizing have is that they are rarely in a rush to move out of their current home and into their next one. This gives them ample time to make the real estate market work for them. Space How much space do you really need? Once the kids have moved out, couples may feel like all of that extra space is going to waste. But that can be a knee-jerk reaction, and upon a more thorough examination of the space and your needs you may just find that you can put all of that extra square footage to good use after all. If you have always wanted your own art studio, then now might be the perfect time to make that a reality. Always wanted a room devoted to home theater? Get to work on converting your basement from an all-purpose game room to your own private movie theater. If, after considering the space in your home, you find that the extra square footage really is just upkeep you aren’t especially interested in doing, then you would no doubt like a cozier home that’s less of a responsibility to maintain. Downsizing a home is something many men and women over 50 consider after their children have moved out. Such a decision is rarely easy, so homeowners should take as much time as they need before making a final decision to move or stay put.
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Real estate investing for beginners edge of how the leasing process works, forcing them to rely on a real estate firm to write up leases and ensure all leases stay current. This, too, can cut into an investor’s profits. Investors who don’t bring any relevant expertise to the table can still make a profit from their real estate investments, but those profits likely won’t be as significant when outside companies must be hired to ensure the property is in good shape and all necessary documents are in order and up-todate. Time Real estate is often a time-consuming investment. Tenants pay good money to live in attractive rental properties, and those tenants will have a host of needs that must be met. Investors must be sure they have the time to address their tenants’ concerns, especially investors with no plans to hire property management firms. Potential investors who already have full plates at work and at home may not be able to devote the time necessary to make the most of their real estate investments, and therefore might be better off finding another way to invest their money. Time also must be considered when considering profits. Real estate is not the type of investment that turns a profit overnight. Even investors who are looking to invest in an up-and-coming neighborhood must be prepared to hold onto their properties for at least a few years, if not much longer, to maximize their investments. Though real estate is a sound investment, it is not a get rich quick type of investment, so investors looking to make a quick buck should consider alternatives before buying investment properties.
Size First-time real estate investors might be wise to choose a smaller property for their initial investment. Larger properties can be overwhelming to manage, and investors often rely on property management firms to tend to these properties. Such firms charge more to manage bigger properties, which can eat into investors’ finances. Veteran investors can handle such overhead costs, but firsttimers might find themselves caught off guard upon realizing the gravity of their financial commitment. A good rule of thumb for first-time investors is to stick to smaller properties, only moving on to larger buildings once they are fully comfortable with all that comes with investing in real estate. Costs The cost of a real estate investment goes beyond the purchase price of the home. In addition to the mortgage on the property, investors must pay the taxes and insurance on the property, as well as any costs associated with maintaining and managing the property. Certain tax breaks are available to real estate investors depending on where they live. For example, in the United States, taxes on the profits when a property is sold may be deferred if those profits are immediately rolled into another property (such a deferment is only available to those investors who arrange this exchange prior to selling the initial property). Potential investors need to consider all of these costs, and might want to hire a real estate lawyer to help them make the most of their investments and any profits they yield. But even hiring an attorney is an additional cost investors must consider before investing.
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On the heels of a recession that saw home values drop, many would-be investors have shied away from buying investment properties. But real estate has historically remained a sound investment, boasting a long-term appreciation rate that makes it a worthwhile investment for those who can withstand temporary setbacks in housing prices and hold on to their properties over the long haul. But investors are often nervous as they look for their first properties. Uncertainty about housing prices aside, investing in real estate also is risky, and first-time investors need to be comfortable with such risk in order to make the most of their investments. The following are a few things potential real estate investors should consider as they decide if investing in real estate is right for them. Personal ability Real estate investors typically have tenants, and those tenants inevitably have needs. Investors who have experience as contractors may not find it difficult to renovate a property and make it more attractive to tenants, nor are they likely to be inconvenienced when minor issues on the property need to be addressed. Investors with no such experience will need to hire contractors to do the work for them, cutting into potential profits down the road. In addition, investors who don’t have the ability and/ or the time to address minor issues like a clogged drain or a drafty window on their own will need to hire a property management firm to tend to such needs. Such firms are effective, but also expensive, further cutting into your profits. Even those investors with contracting experience may have little or no knowl-
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Welcome home to this beautiful 3 bedroom side split in Lawrence Park. Updates include roof, new furnace and electrical panel box, kitchen, main bathroom, patio doors and most windows in 07. New lower level bathroom in 09, Main floor consisting of open concept kitchen, living/dining room, gas fireplace and walkout to a nice sized deck.
Malvern Terrace is a lovely quiet cul de sac in Westwoods. This 2 story 3 bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath home sits across from conservation area/green space. Lovely large open concept eat in kitchen with sliding doors to a patio with hot tub &separate dining room with hardwood and ceramic throughout the main floor.
Lovely executive 4 bedroom 2540 sq ft home backing onto Woodbine Park. Lancaster/Mother Theresa School District, bright eat-in kitchen with granite counter, open to family room with gas fireplace. Formal living room and good sized dining room. Hardwood and ceramic throughout main level.
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Country living close to downtown Kingston! St. Lawrence River access and mature trees are the big attractions for this older cottage style home on a quiet road. Home requires TLC, this property would suit contractors or builders. We look forward to welcoming you home to 28 Rudd Avenue.
This well maintained 3+2 bedroom home is just a few minutes walk from St. Lawrence College. Currently rented at $1850 plus utilities until April 30th 2015. Laminate flooring throughout, a large kitchen with access to the back deck and three bedrooms. The 1 1/2 car garage has been converted to a family room with access to the finished basement with 2 additional bedrooms.
Well maintained back-split, three bedrooms with possibility of two in the lower level, two full bathrooms, roof and furnace eight years old, updated windows, updated kitchen and bathrooms, some newer flooring. Fully finished basement with den and large recreation room with gas fireplace. Wonderful yard and side patio. Great investment opportunity or single family home.
Wonderful downtown home. 2 1/2 Stories, hot water gas heat, large kitchen. 4 Bedrooms on the second floor, 2 on the third. 6 Appliances included. Located close to market square and hospitals in the heart of Sydenham Ward. In very good condition. Currently leased at $3265.92. 24 Hours notice for showings. No showings before 11am.
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How to find the right real estate lawyer
Buying or selling real estate is rarely free of complications. Unforeseen issues often arise during real estate transactions, and in such instances a real estate attorney can prove invaluable. While buyers, sellers or veteran real estate investors might be able to handle minor or routine issues on their own or with the help of their realtor, more complex matters are best left in the hands of a real estate attorney.
One of the benefits to hiring a real estate attorney when negotiating a complex or potentially complex real estate transaction is the expertise that lawyers can bring to the table. Realtors may have vast experience buying and selling homes, and many are adept at negotiating as well. But realtors are not licensed to practice law, and even the savviest realtor would admit that offering legal advice is not his or her forte. Men and women involved in complex or potentially complex real estate transactions would be wise to hire a real estate attorney, and the following are a few things to consider before hiring someone to represent you. Experience One of the reasons to hire a real estate attorney is to make use of their experience. Hurdles have a tendency to spring up during complicated real estate transactions. Men and women involving themselves in development deals or buying rental properties likely won’t see potential red flags as clearly as a veteran real estate attorney will. When inter-
viewing a real estate attorney, ask how long he has been working as a real estate lawyer and how long he has been practicing in your particular state and city. Zoning laws and other restrictions vary from state to state and city to city, so look for a lawyer who has considerable experience in your state and city or the state and city where the transaction is taking place.
Plan of action When interviewing prospective attorneys, don’t assume each one knows the best way to approach your particular case. Provide the details of your transaction and then ask each attorney to explain how they would approach the case. A veteran real estate attorney should be able to provide a detailed account of how he plans to represent you, including what needs to be done to get the transaction off the ground, any potential hurdles that might need to be cleared and how to clear those should they arise. Avoid attorneys who give general or ambiguous answers, as such answers may be poor attempts by the lawyer to mask his or her inexperience with transactions such as yours. Some attorneys may request time to develop a plan of action, and you should not immediately remove them from consideration, especially if they ultimately answer the question in thoughtful detail. Billing Attorneys are expensive, so it’s best to discuss the billing process
before hiring someone to represent you. Attorneys tend to bill by the hour, but their rates may be negotiable depending on the service they’re providing. Those who will be overseeing your real estate transaction and continuously representing you will likely bill by the hour, but if you’re hiring a real estate attorney to examine a potential agreement or draft a contract then you can probably negotiate a flat fee for those services. But be sure to discuss billing before hiring an attorney. Real estate transactions are rarely inexpensive, so you don’t want to be blindsided down the road when your legal bills come due.
working on your case can ease the stress associated with complex real estate transactions. Real estate attorneys can help men and women navigate the some-
times turbulent waters of real estate transactions, and it helps to consider a host of factors before hiring a firm to represent you.
Representation When interviewing an attorney, many people assume the attorney they initially interviewed will be the person who represents them throughout the transaction. However, the day-to-day work on your case may be assigned to a junior associate or even someone who isn’t licensed to practice law, such as a paralegal or a current law school student who is interning with the firm. These people might be perfectly capable of handling your transaction, but you should meet them before hiring the firm to represent you. A good rapport with the person who will be
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Who is responsible for repairs during a home sale? Many questions arise during the home-buying process. Buyers looking at homes that require a good deal of TLC may wonder who is responsible for the home’s repairs, particularly if such repairs are needed to secure a certificate of occupancy. Depending on the situation, there is no clear-cut answer.
pause. This may mean the lender will deem problems unsafe and refuse to fund the mortgage until repairs are made.
There is no perfect home, and things that are acceptable to the current owner may not be acceptable to the buyer who is looking to become the next owner. The homebuying process is typically a careful cooperation between buyer and seller to find a middle ground. The buyer may have to make some concessions, as will the seller. Ultimately, it is this cooperation that often determines if the sale goes through or is terminated.
A copy of this inspection report should be sent to the home seller to review with his or her attorney and real estate agent. The buyer working with his own real estate attorney and agent can petition for certain repairs to be made. Many sellers will make such repairs to ensure the purchase goes through, or they will accept a lower purchase price to compensate for the needed repairs, which the buyer will then make. Buyers might want to hire a good real estate attorney to write clauses into the contract to protect their interests. This allows the buyer to forfeit the sale and walk away from the contract should an issue arise.
Before any negotiations can begin regarding repairs, it is adviseable for a buyer to have an independent inspector come out and look over the home and property. Most real estate agents will suggest this be done as a first priority -- even before a contract is entered on the home. An inspection will unveil any potential problems in a home and indicate things that the buyer may not be aware of, including items that do not meet with code or could be unsafe. An inspector also may point out problems that could cause a mortgage lender to give
The rules often change when buying a home that is a short sale or in foreclosure. A home that is in distress is typically in this situation because the current owners cannot afford to pay their mortgage, and thusly, are not able to afford repairs. According to Think Glink, a money-management Web site, buyers may try to negotiate repairs with the seller, but they shouldn’t assume that sellers (or lenders in the event of a bank-owned home) are responsible for the repairs. Generally speaking, most short sales and foreclosures are sold
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“as is” and may even specify that repairs and requirements for the certificate of occupancy are the buyer’s responsibility. A buyer also can ask to have the home price reduced to cover the repairs. But foreclosures are often already deeply discounted. Buyers should know that, for a home that is not in foreclosure, there are some repairs that should ultimately be the responsibility of the seller. If these repairs are not made, a buyer should think strongly about walking away from the deal, according to Why6Percent.com, a real estate marketing site. Such repairs include: * lender-required repairs that could impact home safety * leaky pipes * water penetration issues, including a bad roof * unsafe decking or handrails * wet basements or crawl spaces * insecure foundations or obvious structural damage * poorly functioning sewer lines or septic system It is always adviseable for buyers to speak with a reliable real estate attorney and a trusted real estate agent to guide them through the process of buying a home. These people can help buyers navigate the important decisions that can affect Home buyers may be able to negotiate that sellers repair major structhe home they’ll be living in for the tural issues, such as a leaky roof. If not, negotiate a lower sale price. next several years.
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Situated on one of the most sought-after streets in desirable Westwoods, this spacious brick 4-bdrm home offers tremendous opportunity for the family. Recent upgrades include kitchen cabinets & counter tops, tiled backsplash, flooring upgrades throughout most of the main and upper-level, and shingles. Features main floor family room, solarium kitchen, large master with ensuite & walk-in, rec room, and more. Beautiful fenced yard. Located in Lancaster, Holy Cross, Mother Theresa School Districts. MLSÂŽ14601804.
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JOHN BREIMER
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